Instruction manual

Simrad AP26 and AP27 Autopilots
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The minimum wind angle also applies when the autopilot is
optimizing the VMG (available parameter in the Quick setup
menu when ‘Wind setup’ is set to RACING).
Range: 15 – 90°
Default: 30°
Tack angle (RACING)
The autopilot can tack also in
AUTO-mode. The set tack angle
replaces a similar change of the
set course using the course knob.
Range: 50 – 150°
Default: 100°
Tack time (RACING)
When performing a tack in
WIND-mode, the rate of turn can
be limited. This will give single
handed sailors time to handle the
boat and the sails during a tack.
The tack time is the time needed for the sailor to initiate the tack,
start using the winches and haul the foresail from one side to the
other.
A turn performed without shifting wind side, will also be made
at a reduced turn rate.
Shifting wind side when gybing, however, is an instant action
from the autopilot and there is no limitation of the turn rate when
making a gybe.
Range: 2 – 50 seconds
Default: 12s