Raymarine ST70 Instrument Product information sheet

ST70 Autopilot
Controller
UserReference
Guide
Documentreference: 81288-2
Date: May2010

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Contents
Preface
Warnings and cautions
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) conformance
Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic
Compatibility(EMC)regulations for use in the recreational marine environment.
Correct installation is required to ensure that EMC performance isnot compromised.
Alwayschecktheinstallationbeforegoingtoseatomakesurethatitisnotaffectedby
radio transmissions, engine starting or other forms of interference.
To do this:
1. Turn on all transmitting equipment (radar, VHF radio,etc).
2. Checkthatallelectronicsystemsareunaffectedbyinterferencefromthetransmit-
ting equipment.
WARNING: Product installation & operation
This equipment must be installed, commissioned and operated in
accordance with the Raymarine instructions provided. Failure to
do so could result in personal injury, damage to your boat and/or
poor product performance.
CAUTION:
Before commissioning the SmartPilot X system, check that
individual components are the correct voltage for your boat’s
supply.
As correct performance of the boat’s steering is critical for safety,
weSTRONGLY RECOMMEND that an Authorized Raymarine
Service Representative fits this product. Youwill only receive full
warranty benefits ifyou can show thatan AuthorizedRaymarine
Service Representative has installed and commissioned this
product.
WARNING: Electrical safety
Makesure youhaveswitchedoff thepowersupply before youstart
installing this product.
WARNING: Navigational safety
Although we have designed this product to be accurate and
reliable, many factors can affect its performance. Therefore, it
should serve only as an aid to navigation and should never replace
commonsense and navigational judgement. Always maintain a
permanent watch so you can respond to situations as they
develop.

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EMC installation guidelines
Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) regulations. This minimizes electromagneticinterference
betweenequipment, whichcould otherwise affect the performance of your system.
Correct installation is required toensure that EMC performance is not compromised.
For optimum EMC performance, we make the following recommendations:
• PlaceRaymarineequipmentandcablesatleast3ft(1m)fromanyequipmentthat
transmits, or cables thatcarry, radio signals fromVHF radios,cables andanten-
nas. In the case of SSB radios, thedistanceshould be increased to 7 ft. (2 m).
• Place Raymarine equipment and cables more than 7 ft (2 m) from the path ofa
radarbeam.Aradarbeamcannormallybeassumedtospread20degreesabove
and below the radiating element.
• Use a power source separate from thatused for engine-start. This is important to
preventerraticbehavioranddatalosswhichcanoccuriftheengine-startdoesnot
have a separate battery.
• Use Raymarine-specified cables.
• Do not cut or extend cables unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual.
Remember
Where constraints on the installation prevent any of the above recommendations:
• Alwaysallowthemaximumseparationpossiblebetweendifferentitemsofelectri-
cal equipment.
This will provide the best conditionsfor good EMC performance of the installation.
Suppression ferrites
Raymarine cables may be fitted with suppression ferrites. These are necessary for
correct EMC performance. Any ferrite removed during installation mustbe replaced
as soon as installation is complete.
Use only ferrites of the correct type,supplied by Raymarine authorized dealers.
Connections to other equipment
If Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using acable not
supplied by Raymarine, a Raymarine suppression ferrite MUST always be attached
to the cable near the Raymarine unit.
General cabling guidelines
• Do not mix AC and DC cables.
• Adhere to EMC guidelines (above).
• Use Kopex conduit where appropriate to protect cables.
• Label all cables for easy identification.
• Keep fluxgate compass cable separate from other cables.

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EMC Servicing and maintenance
• Undue noise and interference may be a symptom of an EMC-related problem.
Please report any EMC-related problem to your nearest Raymarine dealer. We
use such information to improve our quality standards.
• To minimize any EMC related problems and ensure the best possible perfor-
mance from your Raymarine equipment, follow the guidelines given in the instal-
lation instructions.
Product disposal
Waste Electrical and Electronic (WEEE) Directive
The WEEE Directive requires the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment.
Whilst the WEEE Directive doesnot apply to some of Raymarine's products,
we support its policy and ask you to be aware of how to dispose of this product.
The crossed out wheelie bin symbol, illustrated above, and found on our products
signifies that this product should not be disposed of in general waste or landfill.
Pleasecontactyourlocaldealer,nationaldistributororRaymarineTechnicalServices
for information on product disposal.
Further assistance
Comprehensive customer support is available online and by telephone.
www.raymarine.com
In the Customer Service area you will find:
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
• Servicing information.
• Email access to the Raymarine Technical Support Department.
• Details of Raymarine agents worldwide.
Telephone helpline
In the USA
[phone] extension 2444
In the UK, Europe, the Middle East or the Far East
[phone] (voice)
[phone] (fax)
Help us to help you
When requesting service, please quote as much of the following product information
aspossible:
• Product type
• Model number
• Serial number
• Softwareissuenumber

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Product documents
The following documents are available from www.raymarine.com/handbooks to
help you install and operate an autopilot system based around the SPX SmartPilot:
Tothe bestof ourknowledge,theinformation in the product documents was correct
when they went to press. However, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any
inaccuracies or omissions in product documents.
Inaddition,ourpolicyofcontinuousproductimprovementmaychangespecifications
without notice. Therefore, Raymarine cannotaccept liability for any differences
between the product and the accompanying documents.
Document Part number
ST70 Autopilot Controller User Reference Guide (this
document).
Supplied with the ST70 Autopilot Controller.
81288
ST70 Pilot Operating Guide. Supplied with the ST70
autopilot controller. 81289
SPX System Installation Guide. Professionalinstallers
should use this guide to ensure safe and effectiveset up
ofan SPXSmartPilot system.
87072
ST70AutopilotController/SmartPilotXCommission-
ing Instructions. Following installation, this document,
which is supplied with your autopilot controller, must be
used to commission your autopilotsystem before it can
be used safely.
81287
SeaTalkng Reference Manual. Thisprovidesdetailed
informationregardingSeaTalkng connectivity. 81300
Product installation guides. Separate installation
sheets are provided with individual components of the
autopilotsystem includingthe compass,rudder refer-
ence sensor, controller and drive

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Contents
Chapter 1:ST70 Overview ................................................................................ 1
1.1Functions ............................................................................................... 1
1.2Display and controls ............................................................................... 2
Controls.................................................................................................. 2
Display ................................................................................................... 2
1.3Operating principles ............................................................................... 3
1.4Systemfunctionality ............................................................................... 4
1.5Commissioning requirement .................................................................. 4
Chapter 2:Setup Procedures ........................................................................... 5
2.1Using the menu navigation keys ............................................................ 5
2.2Docksideand openwater procedures .................................................... 6
2.3General setup procedures ..................................................................... 6
Displaysettings ...................................................................................... 7
Autopilotcalibration.............................................................................. 12
Diagnostics........................................................................................... 12
2.4Response Levels ................................................................................. 14
2.5Sailboat setup procedures ................................................................... 15
AutoTackAngle.................................................................................... 15
GybeInhibit .......................................................................................... 15
WindTrim............................................................................................. 16
WindSelection ..................................................................................... 16
2.6 Powerboat and fishing boatsetup procedures ..................................... 17
Patterns................................................................................................ 17
Chapter 3:Operating instructions ............................................................... 19
3.1SmartPilotFunctions ........................................................................... 19
Extendedsystems................................................................................ 20
3.2Menu structure ..................................................................................... 20
Sailboatmenus..................................................................................... 20
Power and fishing boat menus.............................................................. 21
3.3Pilot view.............................................................................................. 22
Setting the default Pilot View ................................................................ 22
Changingthe PilotView........................................................................ 22
3.4Using the SmartPilot to steer yourboat ................................................ 23
Engaging atiller drive ........................................................................... 23
Steering automatically toa heading?.................................................... 23
Returningto handsteering.................................................................... 23
Changing course in Auto mode............................................................. 23
Dodging an obstacleand then resuming course ................................... 23
3.5Using preset patterns ........................................................................... 24
3.6 Following a route set on a Chartplotter (Track mode) ........................... 24
ActivatingTrackmode .......................................................................... 25
Leaving Track mode ............................................................................. 26
Crosstrack error................................................................................... 27
Tidal streamcompensation................................................................... 28
Using Dodge in Track mode.................................................................. 28
Waypoint arrival.................................................................................... 28
Steering to the next waypoint in aroute................................................. 29
Skipping a waypoint (SeaTalk chartplotters only).................................. 29

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Waypoint Advance warning .................................................................. 30
Route completion.................................................................................. 30
3.7Using theSmartPilot with sailboats ..................................................... 31
UsingWindVanemode......................................................................... 31
Whatis WindVanemode?.................................................................... 31
Selecting Wind Vane mode................................................................... 31
Adjusting the locked wind angle............................................................ 31
LeavingWind Vanemode..................................................................... 31
True andapparentwind........................................................................ 31
WindTrim.............................................................................................. 32
Dodging an obstacle in Wind Vane mode.............................................. 32
WindShiftwarning................................................................................ 32
UsingAutoTack inWind Vanemode ..................................................... 32
Operating hints for Wind Vane mode..................................................... 33
Preventingaccidentalgybes................................................................. 33
Chapter 4:Maintenance and troubleshooting .......................................... 35
4.1Maintenance ........................................................................................ 35
Servicingand safety ............................................................................. 35
Instrumentcleaning.............................................................................. 35
Cabling................................................................................................. 35
4.2Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 36
Firstconsiderations .............................................................................. 36
Procedures........................................................................................... 36
Using the AboutDisplay feature............................................................ 39
Technicalsupport.................................................................................. 40
Chapter 5:Alarms .............................................................................................. 43
Chapter 6:Data List .......................................................................................... 45
Chapter 7:Vessel Settings ............................................................................. 47
Chapter 8:Technical specifications ............................................................ 49

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Chapter 1: ST70 Overview
1.1 Functions
TheST70 Autopilot controller is usedto control your autopilot system.It can be used
withRaymarine SPX,S1,S2 andS3SmartPilotsystems(althoughit cannotbeused
to calibrate an S1, S2 orS3 system).
The functions of the ST70 controller are tailored to different situations:
General
• Steering to a heading
• Steering to a waypoint (using GPS or a chartplotter)
• Power /emergency steering
Motor boats and fishermen
• Trolling forfish
Sailboats
• Maintain afixedpointofsail
• Autotacking
TRACKDODGE
AUTO
STANDBY
+1
-- 1 0
-- 1
+10
CANCEL ENTER
MENU
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1.2 Display and controls
Controls
Display
Menu mode
Eachsetupmenuprovidesanumberofoptions.Usethe<and>buttonstosetavalue
or change the option.
When a menu selection results in a setup page,use the< and> buttons to setthe
value or make the selection that you want. Press
ENTER to confirm your choice.
If at any time during setup you want toleave a setup function withoutmaking any
changes,press
CANCEL .
STANDBY When in Standby mode:
-Pressmomentarilyto display the Brightness popup.
-Holddown topoweroff.
Whenin Auto mode:Pressmomentarilytoputunitinstandby
DODGE ActivateDodge mode.
TRACK Activate Trackmode.
AUTO ActivateAuto mode.
MENU Openthe control menus.
< /-1 When inPilotmode:-1° (port)
Whenin Menu mode: Cursor LEFT /decreasevalue (hold to decrease auto-
matically)
> /+1 Whenin Pilot mode:+1° (starboard)
Whenin Menu mode: Cursor RIGHT/increasevalue (hold to increase auto-
matically)
CANCEL / -10 When inPilot mode: -10° (port)
Whenin Menu mode: Cancel andgo back a step without making any
changes
ENTER /+10 When in Pilot mode:+10° (starboard)
Whenin Menu mode: Accept value and go back a step
To choose option 1
press
To choose option 3
press
Press ENTER to select
Menu Title
Selected option
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Information box

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Auto mode
The ST70 Pilot can display current pilot data in one of three ways:
• Heading
• 2D- Compassrose
• 3D- Isometric
Refer to Section 3.3,Pilot view.
1.3 Operating principles
The ST70 Pilot has two main modes of operation: Standby and Auto.
WiththeST70 inStandby, thehelmis freeformanualsteeringand allsetupfunctions
and calibrations can be performed.These settings are stored in the Course
Computer.
WheninAutomode,manualsteeringisnotpossibleandtheautopilotdrivesthehelm.
First use after installation
When the ST70 Pilot controller is first switched on afterinstallation it will require
commissioning.
Details of how toset these values and commission the Pilot are given in the ST70
Autopilot Controller/SmartPilotX CommissioningInstructions.
Note: Thevalues set during initial setup canbe changed subsequently via the Main Menu.
Normal operation
Detailed operating instructions are given in the ST70 Pilot Operating Guide.
Mag
225
D
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M
WE
S
N
SOG KTS
14.8
Depth M
6.2
TWS KTS
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M
SOG KTS
14.8
Depth M
6.2
TWS KTS
19.1
N
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Setup procedures
Setup procedures are carried out during Commissioning to set:
• Language
• Vessel Type
•Timeformat
• Dateformat
• Method used for ground wind calculation
• Magnetic variation
• Responserate
Ifyouneedtochangeanyoftheseafterthepilothasbeencommissioned,refertothe
appropriate procedure in the ST70 Autopilot Controller/SmartPilot X Commissioning
Instructions.
1.4 System functionality
Your ST70 Pilot is fitted with Raymarine SeaTalkng connectors, butitcan be
connectedto anyof thefollowing Raymarine systems, using suitable adaptor cables
asnecessary:
•SeaTalk
•SeaTalk
2
•SeaTalk
ng
SeaTalk
ng
When connected to a SeaTalkng system,the ST70 Pilot repeats the data on the bus.
Power protocol
PowertotheST70Pilotcan beswitchedonandoffusingthepowerbutton.However,
where a Pilot is part ofa system, it maybe more convenient to switch power for the
entire system from a central circuit breaker.
In this case, whensystem poweris switchedON again:
• AnST70Pilotthatwasswitchedonwhenpowerwaslastswitchedoffwillreturnto
the switched ON state.
• An ST70 Pilot that was OFFwhen system powerwas lastswitched OFF will
remain OFF and will need to be switched ON using the power button.
1.5 Commissioning requirement
WARNING: The ST70 Pilot must be prepared for use in accordance with
theCommissioningProcedures,before it isused foroperational purposes.
Failure to comply with this could result in death, personal injury, damage
to your boat and/or poor product performance.

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Chapter 2: Setup Procedures
Many operating parameters are set during commissioning and may not need to be
changed again. However, if any of these parameters are not as youwant them, you
can change:
• The response levels of the pilot.
• The language.
• Thetime/dateformat.
Refer to theST70AutopilotController/SmartPilot X Commissioning Instructions for
theappropriateprocedures.
Other setup procedures may be useful on a day-to-day basis. These include:
• Changing the screen brightness level. See Brightness onpage 7.
• Changing the screen colors.See Colors onpage 7.
• Changing data units. See Unitson page 8.
• Setting local time. SeeTime and date on page 9.
• Auto Tack Angle (sailboats only). See Auto Tack Angleon page 15.
• Enable or disable Gybe Inhibit (sailboats only). See Gybe Inhibit onpage 15.
2.1 Using the menu navigation keys
Use the MENU keytoenter themenu system.
Use the < and > keys to:
• scroll to the required option or setting.
• increase or decrease a setting.
Use the
ENTER key to:
• select a menu option.
• accept a setting and exit to the previous screen.
Use the
CANCEL key to exit to the previous screen without changing anything.
When you have made the changes you require, press
CANCEL as manytimesas
required to exit to the Pilot Viewscreen.

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2.2 Dockside and open water procedures
WARNING: Dockside and open water procedures.
The ST70 Pilot must be prepared for use in accordance with the
Commissioning Procedures before it is used for operational purposes.
Failure to comply with this could result in death, personal injury, damage to
your boat and/or poor product performance.
ThefollowingproceduresaredescribedintheST70AutopilotController/SmartPilotX
Commissioning Instructions and should be performed in the prescribed order when
there is any change in vessel configuration:
• Vessel type
•Drivetype
• Rudder check
• Motorcheck
• Compasscalibration
• Auto learn.
2.3 General setup procedures
The setup procedures available depend on the vessel profile as set up during
commissioning (Fishing, Sail or Power), and whether the ST70 Pilot is in Standby or
Automode.
Procedure Sail Fishing Power
Pilotview (see Pilot view on page 22)xxx
Displaysettings (see Displaysettings on page 7)xxx
Autopilotcalibration(refertotheST70Autopilot Controller/
SmartPilotX Commissioning Instructions)xx x
Diagnostics(see Diagnostics onpage 12)xxx
Responselevel (see Response Levels on page 14)xxx
Sailboat settings (see Sailboat setup procedures on
page 15):
AutoTack
GybeInhibit
WindTrim
x
Patterns(seePowerboat andfishing boatsetupprocedures
onpage 17)xx

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Display settings
1. Press MENU .
2. Use < and > to scroll tothe Display Settings
screen and press
ENTER .
3. Use < and > to scroll tothe setting you want to
change.
Brightness
1. Use<and>toscrolltotheBrightnessboxand
press ENTER .
2. Use<and>toadjustthescreentotherequired
brightness.
• A momentary press will increment the
brightness by 10%.
• Press and hold for fine adjustment.
3. Press
ENTER toacceptthenewvalueandexit,
or CANCEL to exit without making any change.
Colors
There are a number of options available for day
and night use.
1. Use < and > to scroll tothe Colors box and
press
ENTER .
2. Use < and > to select therequired color
scheme.
3. Press
ENTER toacceptthenewvalueandexit,
or
CANCEL to exit without making any change.
Press ENTER to select.
Main Menu
Display Settings
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Press ENTER to select.
Display Settings
Brightness
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Adjust the display brightness.
Press ENTER to accept.
Brightness
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< & > adjust brightness. CANCEL
exits without saving.
100
%
Press ENTER to select.
Display Settings
Colours
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Select the display colour palette.

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Units
1. Use<and>toscrolltotheUnitsboxandpress
ENTER .
2. The summary box shows the current settings.
Press
ENTER to displaythe secondpageof
settings.
3. Press
ENTER to displaythe Units menu.
4. Use<and>andpress
ENTER toselectaunitto
change. These are:
• Speed (knots,mph, km/h)
• Distance(nm, statutemiles, km)
• Depth (metres, feet, fathoms)
• Wind speed (knots, metres/sec)
• Heading (true,magnetic)
• Flowrate (galls/hr,liters/hr)
• Temperature(°C, °F)
5. Use < and > to scroll tothe required setting.
6. Press
ENTER toacceptthenewvalueandexit,
or
CANCEL to exit without making any change.
7. Whenyouhavefinishedsettingtheunits,use<
and > to scroll to the Continue box,then press
ENTER toreturn tothe pilotscreen.
Press ENTER to select.
Display Settings
Units
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Change the default unit settings.
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Speed KTS
Distance NM
Depth FT
Wind Speed KTS
Heading M
These are your current settings.
Units
Press ENTER to continue
Flow Rate G/H
Temperature C
o
Press ENTER to select.
Units
Wind Speed Units
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Press ENTER to accept
Wind Speed Units
KTS
Use < & > to adjust.
CANCEL exits without saving.

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Time and date
Notethat onlyifaGPSisconnectedtothe system,
the time, date andtime offset will be retrievedfrom
the GPS and cannot be changed here.
1. Use < and > to scroll tothe Time & Date box
and press
ENTER .
2. The summary box shows the current settings.
These are:
•Time
•Date
• Time offset
• Time format (12- or 24-hour)
• Date format (dd/mm/yy ordd/mm/yy)
3. Press
ENTER todisplaythe Time & Date
menu.
4. Use < and > and press
ENTER to selecta set-
ting to change.
5. Use < and > to increase or decrease the value
or choose a setting.
6. Press
ENTER toacceptthenewvalueandexit,
or CANCEL to exit without making any change.
7. When you have finished making changes, use
< and > to scroll to the Continue box, then
press
ENTER to returnto thepilot screen.
Languages
1. Use<and>toscrolltotheLanguagesboxand
press
ENTER .
2. Use < and > to scroll tothe language you
require.
3. Press
ENTER toacceptthenewvalueandexit,
or CANCEL to exit without making any change.
Press ENTER to select.
Display Settings
Time & Date
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D10838-1
Change the default time and
date settings.
Press ENTER to continue
Time & Date
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iThese are your current settings.
Time
Date
Time Offset
TimeFormat
Date Format
11:01:03
14/06/07
-1 Hrs
24-hour
dd/mm/yy
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Press ENTER to select
Time & Date
Set date format
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Press ENTER to accept
Set date format
dd/mm/yy
< & > to adjust.
CANCEL exits without saving.
Press ENTER to select.
Advanced Options
Language
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Data Boxes
Youcandefinewhichdataaredisplayedineachofthethreedataboxesinthe2Dand
3D pilot views.
The data that can be displayed (providing it is available) is:
Data Display
Depth +offset Depth
Cross TrackError XTE
Distancetowaypoint DTW
Bearing towaypoint BTW
Apparentwind angle AWA
Apparentwind speed AWS
Truewind speed TWS
Truewind angle TWA
Courseoverground COG
Speed over ground SOG
Speed Speed
AverageSpeed Average Speed
Log Log
Trip log Trip
SeaTemperature Sea Temp.
Timeof day Time
Date Date
Heading Heading

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1. Use<and>toscrolltotheDataBoxesboxand
press
ENTER .
2. Use< and> toscrollto thebox whosecontents
you want to change.
3. Use < and > to select thedata you want tobe
displayed.
4. Press
ENTER toacceptthenewvalueand exit,
or
CANCEL to exit without making any change.
Press ENTER to select.
Display Settings
Data Boxes
i
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Select data for the data boxes.
Press ENTER to select.
Data Boxes
Box 1
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Select the data for box 1.
Press ENTER to select.
Data Boxes
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Select data to be shown.
Press CANCEL to exit without saving.
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Display Response
The response setting determinesthe rate at which data readings update. You can
adjusttheresponseateachpilotheadtobestsuittheconditionsunderwhichyouare
operating.Youcanindependentlyadjusttheresponseateachpilotheadforindividual
data types:
• Speed
•Depth
• Heading
• Wind Speed
• Wind Angle
•
1. Use < and > to scroll tothe Response box and
press
ENTER .
2. Use<and>toscrolltotheresponseparameter
you want to change.
3. Use<and>toincreaseordecreasethesetting
asrequired,from1to15,where1isslowand15
is fast. You may have toexperimentto findout
the appropriate response level for your vessel.
4. Press ENTER toacceptthenewvalueand exit,
or
CANCEL to exit without making any change.
Autopilot calibration
Refer to the ST70Autopilot Controller/SmartPilotX Commissioning Instructions.
Diagnostics
Use < and > to scroll to the Diagnostics box and press ENTER .
Press ENTER to select.
Display Settings
Response
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Select display response.
Press ENTER to select.
Response
Speed
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Press ENTER to accept.
Speed
i
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< & > adjust response level.
CANCEL exits without saving.
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