Raymarine ST6001 - How Do I Leave Track Mode; What Is Cross Track Error

14 ST6001+ Smartpilot Controller Operating Guide
How do I leave Track mode?
You can leave Track mode at any time by:
• pressing auto to return to Auto mode
• pressing standby to steer manually in Standby mode
What is Cross track error?
Cross track error (XTE) is the distance between the current position and a
planned route. The SmartPilot receives the cross track error information
Current
heading
Previous
heading
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Waypoint at 270˚ Waypoint at 270˚
From auto mode, press track to enter Track mode . . . . . . then press track again to turn boat to waypoint.
Automatic track acquisition
Waypoint 1
Waypoint 2
Cross track error (XTE)
more than 0.3 nm
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Planned route
Actual route