B&G Zeus2 12 - Manual (Page 43)

Autopilot
If an AC12N, AC42N or SG05 autopilot computer is connected to the system, autopilot
functionality will be available in the Zeus
2 .
An Autopilot is designed to maintain an accurate course in various sea conditions with
minimal helm movements.
Safe operation with the autopilot
Warning: An autopilot is a useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT replace
a human navigator.
Activating the autopilot
You activate the autopilot from any panel by pressing the STBY/AUTO key, followed by
selecting the selected mode in the autopilot pop-up.
Switching from automatic mode to manual steering
You can switch the autopilot to STBY mode from any automatic operation mode by a short
press on the STBY/AUTO key.
Ú Note: If the Zeus 2 is connected to an EVC system via the SG05, you can take manual control
of the steering regardsell of the autopilot mode. Refer to "Using the autopilot in an EVC system" on
page 52.
Autopilot indication on the pages
Key Description
1 Autopilot indication in Status bar
2 Autopilot pop-up
3 Autopilot tile in Instrument bar
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