NKE Gyropilot Graphic User Manual (English)

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NKE Gyropilot Graphic Specifications

General

Brand	NKE
Model	Gyropilot Graphic
Category	Monitor
Language	English

Summary

Using the Gyropilot Graphic in Pilot Mode

General Operation of the Gyropilot Graphic

First Startup of the Pilot

Guide for the initial setup and first use of the Gyropilot system, including power requirements.

Procedure for the Use of the Gyropilot in Compass Mode

Step-by-step instructions for engaging and using the pilot in compass mode for navigation.

Adjusting the Pilot Setting

Setting the Pilot Gain

Selecting the Pilot Mode

Pilot Setting Menu: Optimising the Performances of the Pilot

Overview of the pilot setup menu for optimizing performance based on boat and sailing conditions.

Wind Smoothing

Counter Rudder

Automatic Tacking Angle and Speed

Speed Coefficient

Rudder Offset

Protect Your Settings with a Owner Code

Procedure to set a security code to protect pilot settings and sensor calibrations.

Enter Your Security Code

Steps to enter and activate the owner code for protecting pilot configurations.

Unlock Your Security Code

Instructions to unlock the Gyropilot Graphic by entering the previously set owner code.

Performing a Tacking or Jibing Manoeuvre Under Pilot Control

Setting the Alarms of the Pilot

Configuration of programmable alarms for wind direction and low battery voltage.

Alarms Activation

Operation of the Gyropilot in Degraded Mode

« Man Over Board » Function

Functionality and activation of the Man Over Board feature for safety.

Crew Mode or Alone Mode, in Pilot Setting Menu

Using the Gyropilot Graphic in Multifunction Display Mode

Configure Your Display for the Display of 1, 2, 3 or 4 Channels

Guide to customizing the display to show one to four data channels.

Configuring the Display of the Channels

Alarms Setting for the Channels of TOPLINE Instruments

Configuration of alarms for monitoring channel values and triggering warnings.

Setting Procedure

Step-by-step guide to setting upper and lower alarm thresholds for specific channels.

Activating and Disabling the Alarms

NMEA Link

Connection of the NMEA Link

Initialization Procedure for the NMEA Bus

Diagnostic for 1st Level Troubles Shooting

Troubleshooting guide for common minor problems and their potential solutions.

Initialization of the Gyropilot Graphic: See Chapter 4.6

Sensor Calibration

Setting Procedure of the Calibration Coefficient

How to set the calibration coefficient for sensors like boat speed for accurate measurements.

Offset Setting

Autocompensation of the Fluxgate Compass

Process to automatically compensate the fluxgate compass for environmental disruptions.

Autocompensation Procedure for the Fluxgate Compass

Step-by-step guide for performing the autocompensation of the fluxgate compass.

Calibration Utilities

Obtaining the Key Number of Your Gyropilot Graphic Entering the “Calibration Utilities” Code

Automatic Calibration of Boat Speed

Procedure for automatically calibrating boat speed against speed over ground.

Procedure for Automatic Calibration of the Speedometer

Detailed steps to perform the automatic calibration of the boat speed sensor.

Calibration of the Nke Compass Based on the Correction Table

Method for calibrating the compass by manually or automatically completing a correction table.

Manual Calibration of the Nke Compass

Procedure for manually plotting a deviation curve to calibrate the compass.

Procedure for Manual Calibration of the Nke Compass

Step-by-step guide to inputting corrections into the compass calibration table.

Procedure for Automatic Calibration of the Nke Compass

Steps to perform an automatic calibration of the compass using predefined headings.

NKE Gyropilot Graphic User Manual

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