Chapter 2: Advanced operation
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How do I dodge an obstacle in Wind Vane mode?
In Wind Vane mode you still have full control from the keypad. You can make a
dodge maneuver by using the course change buttons (
1
,
+1
,
10
or
+10
) to
select the desired course change.
After you have avoided the hazard, you can cancel the dodge course change by
making an equal course change in the opposite direction.
What is a Wind Shift warning?
If the autopilot detects a wind shift of more than 15° it will sound the wind shift
warning and display the
WIND SHIFT
message:
• To cancel the warning, and retain the existing wind angle and new heading,
press
standby
and
auto
together.
• Alternatively, to cancel the warning and return to the previous heading:
• adjust the locked wind angle using the
1
,
+1
,
10
and
+10
buttons.
• press
standby
to return to hand steering, steer onto the required head
ing, and press
standby
and
auto
together to return to Wind Vane mode
with the new wind angle.
How do I use AutoTack in Wind Vane mode?
Note:
If you use the AutoTack function in Wind Vane mode, make sure the wind vane has
been centered accurately.
The SmartPilot has a built in automatic tack facility (AutoTack) that turns the boat
in the required direction for a tacking maneuver.
When you AutoTack in Wind Vane mode, the boat turns through the AutoTack
angle (100° default). The SmartPilot will then trim the helm to mirror the locked
wind angle from the previous tack.
• To AutoTack to port: press the
1
and
10
buttons together.
• To AutoTack to starboard: press the
+1
and
+10
buttons together.
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