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Table of Contents
Getting Started....................................................................... 8
Starting the Engine.......................................................... 8
Traditional Maneuvering with Steering and Thrust.......... 8
To Maneuver the Boat in Forward or Reverse ........ 8
To Steer the Boat in Tight Turns at Low Speeds
................................................................................ 8
To Spin the Boat at Low Speeds ............................. 8
Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Features......................... 9
Transfer (Boats Equipped with Dual Helms) ......... 10
Dock Mode ............................................................ 10
Throttle‑Only Mode ................................................ 11
Single‑Lever Mode ................................................ 12
Synchronizing Engines .......................................... 12
Single Engine Operation................................................ 12
Maneuvering with the Joystick....................................... 13
Centering the Drives after Joystick Operation ....... 14
Moving the ERC Handles while in Joystick Mode
.............................................................................. 14
Auto Trim....................................................................... 14
Premier Features (If Equipped)............................................ 15
VesselView Autopilot Screen......................................... 15
Skyhook Station Keeping............................................... 15
Important Safety Considerations ........................... 16
Engaging Skyhook ................................................ 16
Disengaging Skyhook ............................................ 17
Using Skyhook ...................................................... 17
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Section 2 - On the Water
Response Settings......................................................... 18
Autopilot Modes............................................................. 18
Auto Heading................................................................. 18
Engaging Auto Heading ........................................ 18
Course Adjustment Using the Turn Buttons or
Joystick .................................................................. 19
To Resume a Heading ......................................... 20
Disengaging Auto Heading .................................... 20
Track Waypoint.............................................................. 21
Engaging Track Waypoint Mode ........................... 22
Disengaging Track Waypoint Mode ...................... 23
Turn Buttons in Track Waypoint Mode .................. 23
Auto Heading Button in Track Waypoint Mode .... 23
Acknowledging a Turn During a Waypoint Arrival
.............................................................................. 23
Waypoint Sequence .............................................. 24
Cruise Control................................................................ 25
Helm Transfer....................................................................... 26
Requesting Helm Transfer............................................. 26
Helm Transfer and Autopilot.......................................... 26
Battery Information............................................................... 27
Long Term Battery Storage & Maintenance
Recommendations......................................................... 27
Recommissioning .................................................. 27
Transporting a Joystick Piloting Boat................................... 27
Section 2 - On the Water
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