Simrad AP16 User Manual

Operation
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2.7 Automatic Steering
When AUTO mode is selected, the AP16 automatically picks the
current boat heading as the set course and maintains the
simultaneous rudder angle. This gives a bumpless transfer at the
mode change.
Automatic steering mode
Set course: 340 degrees
Compass reading: 340°M
Steering parameter: LO-A
Rudder angle: 00°
The AP16 will keep the boat on the set course until a new mode
is selected or a new course is set with the PORT or STBD
buttons.
1
10
10
1
Port course
adjust, 1°/push
Port course
change,
10°/push
Stbd. course
change
10°/push
Course
adjust
1°/push
Once the course is changed to a new set course, the boat will
automatically turn to the new heading and continue to steer
straight.
Heading capture
When in AUTO or NoDrift mode (page 26) this feature allows
you to automatically cancel the turn you are in by an instant
press on the AUTO or NAV (NoDrift) button. The autopilot will
counteract the turn and the boat will continue straight ahead on
the heading read from the compass the very moment you pressed
the AUTO or NAV (NoDrift) button.
Automatic steering mode
New “captured” heading: 305°
Compass reading: 301° M
(magnetic) or T (true)
Steering parameter: LO-A
Rudder angle: 01° to stbd.

Simrad AP16 Specifications

General

Brand	Simrad
Model	AP16
Category	Autopilot System
Language	English