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How do i change course in auto mode, Can i dodge an obstacle and then resume course – Raymarine ST8001 User Manual

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ST8001+ Smartpilot Controller Operating Guide

How do I change course in Auto mode?

In Auto mode, use the rotary control change the locked heading. For exam-
ple: turn the rotary control anti-clockwise for a course change to port.

Can I dodge an obstacle and then resume course?

To avoid an obstacle when your boat is under autopilot control, you can
dodge the obstacle and then resume your previous course.

1. Select a course change in the appropriate direction. For example, turn the

rotary control anti-clockwise for a dodge to port.

2. When safely clear of the obstacle, reverse the previous course change (for

example, turn the rotary control clockwise).

Port

Starboard

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Original

course

Dodge

Obstacle