Turn variables:
• Course change
• Leg distance
Square
Steers the vessel in a square pattern, doing 90° course changes.
Turn variable:
• Leg distance
S-turn
Makes the vessel yaw around the main heading. When activated,
the autopilot is switched to S-turns mode.
Turn variables:
• Course change
• Turn radius
Depth contour tracking
Makes the autopilot follow a depth contour.
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Note: DCT turn pattern is only available if the system has a valid
depth input.
Warning: Do not use the DCT turn pattern unless the
seabed is suitable. Do not use it in rocky waters where
the depth is varying significantly over a small area.
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Note: If depth data is lost during DCT the autopilot will
automatically switch to auto mode.
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