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ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual
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• When the system is switched on the autopilot is always in
STANDBY mode.
• The display and lamp key only cycles pilot pages when the pilot
chapter is open.
2.2 Basic Operating Principles and Hints
Auto and Standby
Autopilot operation has been simplified to a set of push-button keys,
all of which are confirmed by a beep or beeps.
Engaging the autopilot could not be easier. Simply steer your vessel
onto the required heading, press the AUTO button and release the
wheel/ tiller. When you want to return to manual steering simply
press STANDBY and regain control.
Caution: Hand steering is not possible when your vessel is under
autopilot control. The pilot MUST be disengaged by pressing
STANDBY. It is the skippers responsibility to ensure that all crew
members are aware of this procedure.
Course Changes
Course changes under autopilot control are made using the –1, +1,
–10 and +10 keys. These keys allow you to make changes in 1° or
10° increments to port (–) and starboard (+).
Track
Track mode tells the autopilot to steer under the supervision of a
radio or satellite navigation system. Therefore, the following basic
guidelines should be observed before track is engaged:
• Always steer your vessel to within 0.1nm of the track.
• Make sure that there are no navigational hazards either side of the
intended track.
• Maintain an accurate log.
• Make regular plots to verify the computed position provided by your
position transducer.
• Maintain a proper lookout at all times.