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movement corresponds to the rudder angle displayed on the
GO XSE unit.
- The Virtual Feedback option enables your autopilot to steer
without a conventional rudder feedback unit. This function is
designed for vessels up to 40 ft powered by outboard or stern
drives only.
- The Virtual Feedback option is only available when there is no
feedback unit connected at first time turn on, or at turn on
after an autopilot reset.
Ú Note:
Installing a feedback unit will enhance the performance
of the autopilot and provide an accurate rudder angle indicator
on the autopilot page. Unless impractical or impossible, a
rudder feedback unit should be installed.
5.
Set the drive voltage. Refer to your drive unit documentation for
information.
6.
Run the rudder test as described in the on-screen instructions.
Ú Note:
If the boat uses power assisted steering, it is important
that the engine or electric motor used to enable the power
assist steering is turned on prior to this test.
Warning: Stand CLEAR of the wheel and do not
attempt to take manual control of the wheel during
this test!
Ú Note:
When this test is started the autopilot computer issues a
series of PORT and STBD rudder commands and automatically
verifies correct rudder direction. It detects minimum power to
drive the rudder and reduces the rudder speed if it exceeds the
maximum preferred speed (8°/sec.) for autopilot operation. The
system also detects whether the drive unit is a reversible motor
or if a solenoid valve is operated.
Rudder drive setup
Ú Note:
This setting is not available for NAC-1 autopilot
computers.
The rudder drive setup controls how the autopilot computer
controls the steering system.
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