Nodrift Mode - Simrad AP44 Quick Manual

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Ú Note:
The autopilot will temporarily add a 5 degree bear-away
on the new tack to allow the boat to pick up speed. After a
short period the wind angle will return to the set angle.
Ú Note:
If the Tack/Gybe is not confirmed the dialog will close
after 10 seconds, and the requested tack/gybe will not be
initiated.

NoDrift mode

Ú Note:
It is not possible to select NoDrift mode if GPS position
and heading information is missing.
In NoDrift mode the vessel is steered along a calculated track line,
from present position and in a direction set by the user. If the vessel
is drifting away from the track line due to current and/or wind (A),
the vessel will follow the line with a crab angle.
Prior to entering NoDrift mode the autopilot system must be
operating in AUTO mode and with valid input from GPS and
heading sensor.
Switch to NoDrift mode by selecting the NoDrift option in the
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Mode list
- The autopilot will draw an invisible track line based on current
heading from the vessel's position
The autopilot will now use the position information to calculate the
cross track distance, and automatically steer along the calculated
track.
Changing set course in NoDrift mode
You adjust the set course by turning the rotary knob.
An immediate course change takes place. The new course is
maintained until a new course is set.
Autopilot modes | AP44 Operator Manual