Chapter 2: Using the Tiller Pilot
9
Changing course
In Auto mode, use the
-1
and
-10
(port) and
+1
and
+10
(starboard) keys to
change course in steps of 1° and 10°.
For example: press
-10
three times for a 30° course change to port:
Automatic tack feature (AutoTack)
The autopilot has a built-in automatic tack facility (in Auto, Track and WindTrim
modes) that turns the boat through 100°:
• to AutoTack 100° to port, press
-1
and
-10
together
• to AutoTack 100° to starboard, press
+1
and
+10
together
Port
Starboard
or
or
D3320-3
D3254-2
Original
course
30˚ to port
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