Specifications

___________________________________________________H3000 Pilot Handbook
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Step 3: Set Rudder Gain
When the Pilot is part of an integrated system; boat speed data is supplied
via Fastnet network from the H3000 instruments.
By monitoring boat speed and rate of turn the Pilot will automatically
'learn' the correct value for Rudder Gain giving a rate of turn of
approximately 6
o
per second for a sailing boat or 8
o
for a power boat.
If there is no direct speed input, or the speed source is set to manual, the
Rudder Gain value must be entered manually; for these types of
installations omit this section and proceed to Manual Rudder Gain below.
Checking Rudder Gain Learning
Steer the boat onto a suitable heading; allow time for the boat to settle on
this course.
Engage the Pilot in Compass mode.
AT A SPEED NOT EXCEEDING 15 KNOTS, make a minimum of 6
large course changes of at least 100
o
(ideally 170°) by multiple presses of
the 10
o
course change buttons on any GPD or Handheld Controller. This
enables the Pilot to learn the rudder gain value.
When the Pilot has learnt the rudder gain value the rate of turn will be
approximately 6
o
(sail) or 8
o
(power) per second.
Press the Off Key to disengage the Pilot and return to manual steering.
Setting the Rudder Gain Manually
Steer the boat onto a suitable heading; allow time for the boat to settle on
this course.
Engage the Pilot in Compass mode.
AT A SPEED NOT EXCEEDING 15 KNOTS, make at least six large
course changes of at least 100
o
by multiple presses of the 10
o
course
change buttons on any GPD or Handheld Controller.
Observe and estimate the rate of turn. It should be approximately 6
o
to 8
o
per second.