Chapter 6: Adjusting Autopilot Settings 67
6 Adjusting Autopilot Settings
Calibration lock (CAL LoC)
This screen controls whether it is possible to access the compass
deviation and alignment screens.
Rudder gain (rUd LEv)
This screen determines the default rudder gain setting. Rudder gain is
a measure of how much helm the autopilot will apply to correct
course errors. The higher the setting, the more rudder will be applied.
You should adjust this setting when commissioning the autopilot.
You can make temporary changes to this rudder gain value during
normal operation.
Counter rudder (rtE LEv)
Counter rudder is the amount of rudder the autopilot applies to try to
prevent the boat from yawing off course. Higher counter rudder
settings result in more rudder being applied. You should set the
default counter rudder when commissioning the autopilot.
Align rudder (rUd Add)
Use this screen to center the rudder bar display after installing the
autopilot system.
Rudder limit (rUd StP)
Use the rudder limit screen to set the limits of autopilot rudder control
just inside the mechanical end stops. This will avoid putting the
Options
0 Lock off: Compass Calibration can be accessed
1 Lock on: Compass Calibration cannot be accessed
Screen text Range
rUd LEv 1 to 9
Screen text Range
rtE LEv 1 to 9
Screen text Range
rUd Add -7° to +7° in 1° steps
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