Chapter 1: smartpilot operation, 1 introduction – Raymarine ST8001 User Manual
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Chapter 1: SmartPilot Operation
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Chapter 1: SmartPilot 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
waypoints 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:
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automatic tack (AutoTack) in Auto and Wind Vane modes
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waypoint advance feature in Track mode
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