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Raymarine autopilot User Manual

Raymarine autopilot
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Table of Contents

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Raymarine autopilot Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRaymarine
Modelautopilot
CategoryMarine Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: Basic Operation

2.1 Using the control unit

Summarizes the key functions and screen layout on the ST6001+ control unit.

2.2 Using Auto mode

Provides instructions for engaging/disengaging the autopilot, using Auto mode and adjusting the autopilot’s performance.

2.3 Adjusting display/keypad lighting

Explains how to change the lighting on the control unit display and keypad.

Chapter 3: Advanced Operation

3.1 Using Track mode

Tracking between waypoints created on navigation equipment connected to the autopilot system.

3.2 Using Wind Vane mode – sail boats

Using the autopilot to maintain a course relative to a true or apparent wind angle.

3.3 Adjusting the rudder gain

Explains how to adjust the rudder gain setting (mainly applies to non-GyroPlus Type 150/400 systems).

3.4 Displaying data pages

Describes how to use data pages to display SeaTalk and NMEA information on the control unit.

Chapter 4: Fault Finding & Maintenance

4.1 Fault finding

Provides information to help you identify and resolve common autopilot problems and error messages.

4.2 General maintenance

Explains how to maintain your autopilot system.

4.3 Product support

Outlines the product support available from Raymarine worldwide.

Chapter 5: Installing the ST6001+

5.1 Select the location

How to select a suitable location for the ST6001+ control unit.

5.2 Control unit installation

How to install the ST6001+ control unit (surface mount and flush mount options).

5.3 SeaTalk connections

How to connect the control unit to SeaTalk (for power supply and SeaTalk data exchange).

5.4 NMEA connections

How to connect NMEA equipment to the control unit.

5.5 Functional test – repeater units only

How to check an ST6001+ connected as a repeater unit on an existing autopilot system.

Chapter 6: Commissioning the Autopilot

6.1 Dockside Checks

With the boat safely tied up, check the autopilot system and adjust some key autopilot settings.

6.2 Seatrial Calibration

The purpose of this seatrial is to calibrate the compass and optimize the autopilot set-up for your boat.

Chapter 7: Adjusting Autopilot Settings

7.1 Calibration basics

Explains the structure of the Calibration mode, and how to access the four calibration groupings.

7.2 Display Calibration

Allows you to control the ST6001+ display features (bar graph type and data page information).

7.3 User Calibration

Includes autopilot settings that you may need to adjust in response to changing sea conditions.

7.4 Seatrial Calibration

Used specifically for the initial autopilot seatrial (see Chapter 6 for full details).

7.5 Dealer Calibration

Controls the main autopilot settings and also the calibration lock.

Appendix: Using the ST6001+ With Non-150/400 Autopilots

Using the autopilot (non-150/400 systems)

Explains the key differences when using the ST6001+ to control a non-150/400 autopilot.

Commissioning the autopilot (non-150/400 systems)

Explains how to commission your autopilot after installation.

Calibration mode (non-150/400 systems)

Explains the Calibration mode when the ST6001+ is used with a non-150/400 autopilot.

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