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Chapter 1: Basic operation
1.1 Introduction
The SmartPilot controller is a SeaTalk® compatible autopilot control unit. It is
designed as the main controller for the SmartPilot system.
The SmartPilot controller operates in the following modes:
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Standby:
SmartPilot off. You have manual control of the boat.
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Auto:
The SmartPilot steers the boat to maintain a locked heading.
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Track:
The SmartPilot steers the boat to maintain a track between two way
points created on a navigation aid.
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Wind Vane:
The SmartPilot steers the boat to maintain a course relative to a
true or apparent wind angle.
The SmartPilot controller also provides:
• automatic tack (AutoTack) in Auto and Wind Vane modes.
• waypoint advance feature in Track mode.
SmartPilot Functions
The functions provided with your SmartPilot system depend on whether the
SmartPilot computer contains a GyroPlus yaw sensor to measure the boat’s rate
of turn.
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