38 ST5000 Plus SailPilot Owner’s Handbook
2. Access the rudder limit screen (RUD LIMIT).
3. Set the autopilot rudder limit so that it is 5° less than the smallest
(port or starboard) mechanical end stop angle.
Off Course alarm
This feature controls the alarm that warns you if the autopilot is unable
to maintain its set course. The alarm operates if the pilot strays off
course by more than the alarm angle limit for more the 20 seconds. The
value must be within 15° to 40°, and can be adjusted in 1° steps.
AutoTack angle
The AutoTack angle is the angle through which the vessel will turn
when automatic tack is selected (see Chapter 2). The value must be
within the range 40 to 125°, and can be adjusted in 1° steps.
AutoTrim
The AutoTrim level setting determines the rate at which the autopilot
applies “standing helm” to correct for trim changes caused by varying
wind loads on the sails or superstructure. The settings are:
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