Specifications

Chapter 7: Post Installation Procedures

Automatic compass deviation correction

The ST6000 Plus will correct the fluxgate compass for most deviating

magnetic fields. Compass errors due to deviating magnetic fields can

be up to 45°, depending on your vessel type. The correction procedure

reduces these to a few degrees, so it is essential to perform the

procedure as the first item in your initial sea trial.

CAUTION:

Failure to carry out the deviation correction may result in

impaired autopilot performance on some compass headings.

To allow the system to determine the deviation and calculate any

correction required, you must turn your vessel in slow circles. This

procedure must be carried out in calm conditions and preferably in flat

water.

To perform the deviation correction:

1. Make sure that the autopilot is in Standby mode .

2. Press and hold the standby key for 2 seconds to display the User

Setup entry page.

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If CAL LOCK is displayed, you need to turn off the lock feature

contained in Dealer Setup (see Chapter 5).

3. Press the disp key to move on to the Swing Compass page.

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