Raymarine ST4000+ - 6.4 Autopilot Calibration Techniques

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6 Setting-up the ST4000+
6.4 Autopilot calibration techniques
The autopilot’s factory default settings will provide adequate steering
for most boats. If you still experience problems with autopilot
performance after completing the Post Installation Procedures,
follow these six steps to optimize the setup for your boat.
Step 1 - Switch on ancillary equipment
Make sure you have switched on any ancillary equipment, such as a
GPS providing speed over ground (SOG) and latitude (LAT) data, or
a speed log providing speed through the water. This information will
help the autopilot provide its best performance.
Step 2 - Apply initial settings
Enter the Dealer setup mode (see page 94) and apply the following
initial settings.
Calibration setting Power boat Sail boat
Calibration lock OFF OFF
Pilot type Use the default setting
Rudder gain (*see step 4) 5* 5*
Response 2 1
Turn rate limit Use the default setting
Rudder alignment Set as described on
page 79
Rudder limit Set as described on page 97
Off course alarm Use the default setting
AutoTrim (*see step 5)
with rudder sensor
without rudder sensor
1*
3*
1*
3*
Drive type Use the default setting
Variation Set as described
page 98
AutoAdapt Set as described on page 99
Latitude Set as described on page 99
AutoRelease Use the default setting
Rudder damping (*see step 3) 1* 1*
Cruise speed Set as described on
page 100
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