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Vessel type
Vessel type should be set when commissioning the SmartPilot.
Options
DISPLACE
SEMI DISPLACE
PLANING
STERN DRV
WORK BOAT
SAIL BOAT
When you select the vessel type, the SmartPilot will set appropriate defaults for several other cal-
Note:
ibration settings. Refer to the table on page 49 for default values.
Drive type
The drive type setting controls how the SmartPilot drives the steering system. The drive type
should be set when commissioning the SmartPilot.
Drive
SmartPilot Verado Installation and Commissioning Guide
Power-driven boats which do not plane
(Typically below 15 kts top speed)
Faster power-driven boats which do not plane
(Typically 15-20 kts top speed)
Planing boats with inboard engine(s) and shaft drives
(NOT boats with outdrives)
Boats with outdrives or outboard engines (Verado)
Commercial tugs, fishing vessels, etc.
Sailing boat
Drive Type Setting
D6404-1
D6405-1
Drive Type 3
• Linear
• Rotary
Typically found on yachts
• I/O (stern)
Found on Powerboats
Drive Type 4 (Verado)
• Hydraulic reversing pump (Type 1
pump)
Used on yachts and powerboats with
hydraulic steering including Verado