Raymarine autopilot control unit - Manual (Page 44)

Chapter 3: Advanced Operation 27
Apparent Wind Angle
AutoTack
Angle
Course adjustment may
be necessary to mirror
the previous apparent
wind angle
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Operating Hints
• Major changes to the selected apparent wind angle should be made
by returning to Standby mode, changing course manually, then
reselecting Wind Mode.
• Wind mode filters the windvane output. This provides the optimum
response for off-shore conditions where genuine shifts in wind
direction occur gradually.
• In gusty and unsteady inshore conditions, it is best to sail a few
degrees further off the wind so that changes in apparent wind
direction can be tolerated.
• It is important to ensure that the amount of standing helm is
minimised by careful sail trimming and positioning of the
mainsheet traveller.
• The headsail and mainsail should be reefed a little early rather than
too late.
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