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Chapter 2: Basic Operation
2.3 Using Auto mode
Engaging the Autopilot (Auto)
Disengaging the autopilot (Standby) to return to
hand steering
Changing course in Auto mode
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1. Steady the vessel on the required heading.
2. Press auto.
• In Auto mode, the display shows the locked autopilot heading.
• Press standby.
• In Standby mode, the display shows the vessel's current compass
heading.
• The previous autopilot heading is memorised and can be recalled
(see Returning to the previous locked heading).
• The +1 and +10 (starboard) and –1 and –10 (port) keys are used to
change the locked heading, in increments of 1° and 10°, when the
autopilot has control.
Example: a 30° course change to port = press –10 three times.
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