Vessel hull type selection
The vessel hull type options are designed to
provide optimum steering performance for typical vessels.
Vessel hull typeIt is important to complete the vessel hull type selection, prior to performing dockside calibration, as it forms a key part of the commissioning process. The vessel hull type options can be accessed at any time when the autopilot is in Standby, from the Vessel Hull Type menu: .
Select the option that most closely matches your vessel’s hull type and steering characteristics:
Power
Power (slow turn)
Power (fast turn)
Sail
Sail (Slow turn)
Sail Catamaran
Note It is important to be aware that steering forces (and therefore
rate-of-turn) vary significantly depending on the combination of vessel
hull type, steering system, and drive type. The available vessel hull
type options are provided for guidance only. It may be possible to
improve the steering performance of your vessel by selecting a different
vessel hull type.
When choosing a suitable vessel hull type, the emphasis should be on a safe and dependable steering response.