Heading Capture - Simrad AP16 User Manual

Simrad AP16 Autopilot
The AP16 will keep the boat on the set course until a new mode
is selected or a new course is set with the PORT or STBD
buttons.
adjust, 1°/push
Once the course is changed to a new set course, the boat will
automatically turn to the new heading and continue to steer
straight.

Heading capture

When in AUTO or NoDrift mode (page 20) this feature allows
you to automatically cancel the turn you are in by an instant
press on the AUTO or NAV (NoDrift) button. The autopilot will
counteract the turn and the boat will continue straight ahead on
the heading read from the compass the very moment you pressed
the AUTO or NAV (NoDrift) button.
STBY
Regain manual steering by pressing the STBY button
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1
Port course Port course
Automatic steering mode
Set course: 340 degrees
Compass reading: 340°M
Steering parameter: LO-A
Rudder angle: 00°
10
10
Stbd. course
change, change
10°/push 10°/push
Automatic steering mode
New "captured" heading: 305°
Compass reading: 301° M
Steering parameters: LO-A
Rudder angle: 01° to stbd.
1
Course
adjust
1°/push
(magnetic) or T (true)
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