Pattern Steering; U-Turn - Simrad AP26 Manual

Simrad AP26 and AP27 Autopilots

2.10 PATTERN steering

The autopilot offers a number of different pattern steering
features when in AUTO mode. The U-turn pattern is always
available. Other turn patterns can be selected under the User Set-
up menu. Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 45.

U-Turn

This feature is very useful in a man overboard situation and
whenever you want to steer back on a reciprocal heading.
U-Turn changes the current set course to be 180 degrees in the
opposite direction. The user must decide whether the U-Turn
should be made to Port or Starboard when bringing the boat on
the new course. U-Turn is activated by a quick press on the
TURN/DODGE/INFO button. The autopilot will continue on
the set course until you press either the PORT or STBD button
to select the direction to make the U-Turn. If you do not press
PORT or STBD within 1 minute, the autopilot will return to the
AUTO mode and stay on course.
TURN/DODGE
/ INFO to enter
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Press
U-TURN
Boat
Select
makes
STBD
STBD
U-turn
U-turn
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