Simrad GO XSE Series, Operator'S Manual

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To change the set rudder angle
• Select the port or starboard button
Heading hold mode (A)
In this mode the autopilot steers the vessel on the set heading.
When the mode is activated, the autopilot selects the current
compass heading as the set heading.
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Note:
In this mode the autopilot does not compensate for any
drifting caused by current and/or wind (
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).
To change the set heading
• Select a port or starboard button
An immediate heading change takes place. The heading is
maintained until a new heading is set.
Tacking in Heading hold mode
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Note:
Only available when the boat type is set to sail (autopilot
configuration).
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Note:
Tacking should only be performed into the wind and
must be tried out in calm sea conditions with light wind to find
out how it works on your vessel.
Tacking in heading hold mode changes the heading by a fixed tack
angle, either to port or starboard.
The rate of turn during the tack/gybe is set by the tack time in the
autopilot settings dialog. Refer to
"Autopilot settings"
on page 84.
To initiate a tack:
• Selecting the tack button in the mode list, then selecting the tack
direction.
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