Simrad AP28 Operator's Manual page 97

• If the rudder response feels aggressive during the
seatrial, you may want to reduce the rudder speed to
get a smoother steering. Alternatively on a sailboat
you may want to have a higher rudder speed when
running
• The motor Drive out (page 98) can be set with the
above in mind. Never adjust in more than 10% steps
with respect to the reading set during the automatic
rudder test (page 76). Always perform a new
Autotune after the adjustment
• Provide the owner with user training
Providing user training
The user should be instructed in the "basic" operational
functions, such as:
• Turning the system on and off
• Changing modes. Explain briefly what takes place in
the different modes
• Regaining manual control from any mode. Point out in
what modes the helm is engaged by the autopilot
• Taking command at an "inactive" station, if applicable
• Using the lock mode, how to lock/unlock and how to
shut the system down from a locked control unit, if
applicable
• Use of the Power steering mode (NFU)
• Use of a Non Follow-up controller, if connected
• Changing course by rotary knob and keys
• Stepping through the Main menu and sub menus
learning how to (and why to) change the settings
• How to select alternative sources for heading
(compass), navigation (GPS), chart plotter, speed,
depth etc. if available
• Understand the difference between NAV mode and
NoDrift mode and their data sources (Nav, Pos)
• Locating compasses and knowing to keep magnetic
items away
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