Simrad AP80 User Manual

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Basic operation | AP70/AP80 Operator Manual
Active unit Passive unit
On a passive/locked unit illumination can be adjusted, alarm sound can be locally silenced,
and the CMD key can be used for requesting command. All other functions are unavailable.
Selecting autopilot modes
You switch between Standby mode, Auto modes and Nav steering by pressing the
corresponding mode key.
When in Standby mode you can select NFU (Non Follow Up) by pressing the PORT or STBD
keys. Rudder will move and active trusters rotate as long as the key is pressed.
When in Standby or NFU mode you can select FU by pressing the rotary knob. The rudder
angle is then set by turning the rotary knob.
Switching from automatic mode to hand steering
You can switch the autopilot to Standby mode from any operational mode by a short press
on the STBY key.
Selecting work proles
The autopilot can be set up with 6 different work profiles associated with different work
modes or various crew members preferences.
1. Press the WORK key to open the Work dialog
2. Repeat pressing the WORK key or use the rotary knob to select preferred profile
3. Press the rotary knob or the STBY key to confirm your selection
The name of the work profile in use is displayed in the mode status panel.
Ac- knowl- edging
a message
When an alarm situation
occurs, the alarm icon will be
active, and the alarm dialog will
show alarm cause.
The following options are available in the alarm dialog for acknowledging a message:
Option Result
ACK Sets the alarm state to acknowledged, meaning that you are aware of the alarm
condition. The siren will stop and the alarm dialog will be removed.
The alarm icon will however remain active, and the alarm will be included in
the alarm listing until the reason for the alarm has been removed
Mute Mutes the siren locally for all units in the same SimNet display group. The alarm
dialog remains on the display
Working with thrusters
If the vessel is equipped with thrusters, they can be connected to the autopilot system. The
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TURN
MENUCMD
STBY AUTO N AV WORK
ALARM

Simrad AP80 Specifications

General

Brand	Simrad
Model	AP80
Category	Marine Equipment
Language	English