Auto Modes; Auto Mode - Furuno NAVpilot-700 Operator's Manual

2. STEERING MODES
2.2

AUTO Modes

2.2.1

AUTO mode

The AUTO mode steers the boat automatically on a course set by the operator.
The AUTO mode will not compensate for the effects of wind or tide, which can push
you off course athwart in the ship direction. Use the AUTO mode for short, straight
voyages. Otherwise switch to the NAV mode.
Tide and Wind
To get the AUTO mode, do as follows:
1. Direct the boat toward required course.
2. Press the AUTO key to activate the AUTO mode.
Your boat automatically maintains the current course when the AUTO key is
pressed.
When the heading changes from the set course, the NAVpilot automatically ad-
justs the rudder to return the boat to the set course.
3. To change the course setting in the AUTO mode, rotate the Course control knob
to the required course.
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Tide and Wind Tide and Wind