Tacking In Wind Mode (Wind Tack) - Furuno NAVpilot 711C Operator's Manual

How to set the fixed tack angle
The fixed tacking mode requires the setting of tacking angle. Set the angle as follows:
1. In the WIND mode, long press the
2. Rotate the Course control knob to select the current setting value for [Fixed Tack
Angle] then push the knob.
[Fixed Tack Angle] also appears on the [Wind Option] menu.
3. Rotate the Course control knob to set the angle then push the knob (setting
range: 15°-179°).
4. Press the
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Tacking in WIND mode (WIND TACK)

In the WIND mode, the degree and direction of tacking are automatically set so that
the boat receives the apparent wind on its opposite side with the same angle.
To start turning, do the following:
1. In the WIND mode, press the
2. Rotate the Course control knob to select the direction to turn.
The selections are "Turn to PORT" and "Turn to STBD". If you select an unavail-
able direction, the message "Wind dir is out of range for your choice" appears and
the selection is refused.
key to close the menu.
Wind direction
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key to show the Turn menu.
2. STEERING MODES
key to open the menu.
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