Specifications

Chapter 6: Post Installation Procedures

6.2 Initial sea trial

EMC conformance

• Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it

is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting etc.

• In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the

equipment from being affected by external influences. In general

this will not damage the equipment but can lead to it resetting, or

momentarily may result in faulty operation.

Overview

Having checked that the system is functioning correctly, a short sea trial

is now required to complete the setup. It involves the following

procedures:

• Automatic compass deviation correction

• Heading alignment adjustment

• Autopilot operation check

• Rudder gain adjustment

Note: The ST6000 Plus has a built-in calibration capability which

enables it to be fine tuned to suit the individual vessel, its steering

system and dynamic steering characteristics. As supplied from the

factory the unit is calibrated to provide safe stable autopilot control for

the majority of vessels.

The initial sea trial should be performed in the following

circumstances:

• After all the installation, functional test and initial calibration have

been completed successfully

• Before any other changes have been made to the default calibration

settings: check and, if necessary, reset the values to the

recommended levels, as described in Chapter 4

• In conditions of light wind and calm water, so that autopilot

performance can be assessed without the influence of strong winds

or large waves

• In waters clear of any obstructions

Note: At any time during the sea trial you can press standby to return

to hand steering.

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