The limit for automatic course change is set during commisioning
of the autopilot computer. For more information refer to "Autopilot
settings" on page 36.
Turn pattern steering
The system includes a number of automatic turn steering features
when the autopilot is in AUTO mode.
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Note: Turn pattern steering is
not available if the boat type is
set to Sail. Instead the tack/gybe feature is implemented.
Turn variables
All turn patters, except the U-turn, have settings that you adjust
before you start a turn or at any time when the boat is in a turn.
The turn settings are available from the Autopilot settings dialog.
The variables are described for each turn pattern option in the
following pages.
Starting and stopping a turn
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Note: For starting a DCT turn, see "Depth contour tracking (DCT)" on
page 23.
You start the turn by selecting the turn option in the Mode list,
followed by selecting the port or starboard options in the turn
dialog to select the turn direction.
You can at any time stop the turn by pressing the STBY key to
return to Standby mode and manual steering.
C-turn (Continuous turn)
Steers the vessel in a circle.
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