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Operation
General
The Tillerpilots have no power key, and will be ON as long as power
is connected.
The unit powers up in Standby mode indicated by a flashing LED
next to the STBY/AUTO key. The two direction LEDs above the port
(
) and starboard ( ) keys are always dimly lit, which provides night
illumination for the keypad. All functions are confirmed audibly by a
“beep” and visually by the LEDs, so the status of the unit can always
be confirmed at a glance.
¼ Note: The NAV key on the TP22 and TP32 is labeled CAL on the
TP10. Both keys are referenced where applicable.
Standby mode
While in Standby mode, the pushrod can be manually driven in and
out by pressing the arrowed port ( ) and starboard ( ) keys, which
allows “power steering” of the vessel.
Autopilot mode
¼ Note: The rudder zero position is captured at first time initiation of
Autopilot mode. This information is however lost if the unit is turned
OFF
. Before initiating the Autopilot mode after a power down, you
should ensure that the rudder is centered!
To engage Autopilot mode, press the STBY/AUTO key and the
Tillerpilot will lock onto the current course. The LED next to this key
will stop flashing and remain permanently lit as long as the pilot is
in Autopilot mode.
To lock the pilot onto the desired course, either steer the correct
course and then engage the autopilot, or engage the autopilot and
then adjust the heading until the correct course is being sailed (see
“Adjusting course” on page 6).
If the STBY/AUTO key is pressed and held, the pilot will beep a
second time and lock onto the previously used heading (this feature
will not be available if the unit has just been switched on).
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NAV
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TACK
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AUTO
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