Activating Track Mode - Raymarine ST70 User Reference Manual

Chapter 3: Operating instructions
Waypoint arrival
Example1:
Cross track error (XTE)
due to waypoint arrival circle
Track mode is available only if you have connected the SmartPilot to a suitable
navigation system providing SeaTalk or NMEA information. (See ST70 Pilot
Controller/SmartPilot X Commissioning Instructions for connection details)
Your SmartPilot system can receive route information from:
• a SeaTalk (ST1 & SeaTalk
• a navigation system transmitting data in NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 format.

Activating Track mode

CAUTION: Make suitable preparations for entering track mode
When you enter Track mode, the SmartPilot will bring the boat onto the
track in a controlled way. The closer the boat is to the correct heading
and track, the quicker it will settle the boat onto the new course. To avoid
an unexpected turn, align the boat approximately with the required track
before entering Track mode.
Next
Waypoint
Bearing to Track leg
next waypoint
XTE
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) navigation instrument or chartplotter.
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Waypoint
arrival circle