Operation Mode "Heading Control - Raytheon NautoPilot NP 5100 Operator's Manual

OPERATION
NautoPilot 5000 Series
1.4.3

Operation mode "Heading Control"

The Heading Control operation is activated when the steering system is not in manual
mode or when the autopilot is active.
Heading Control can be performed with a heading value from a gyro compass, from a
magnetic compass or in connection with a track planning system.
The appropriate heading source can be selected via the NautoPilot Operator Unit.
Once activated, the Autopilot controls the heading by comparing the set heading value
and the actual heading value. Other adjustable parameters (like yawing, rudder econ-
omy or precision) are taken into consideration.
The set heading value is adjusted via the rotary knob and activated either by the "SET"
button or by pressing down the rotary knob.
A direct heading change can be performed by pressing down and turning the rotary
knob; in this mode the ship follows the new value (see Figure 5).
Please note:
The direction (turn direction) of a heading change depends on the turn direction of the
rotary knob.
For step by step instructions for Heading Control/heading change, see section 4.
After switching over from manual steering to steering control via the Autopilot, the actual
heading will be taken as the set heading on the Autopilot.
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