Garmin ECHOMAP PLUS 40 Series Owner's Manual

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3 Enter the distance measured, and select Done.On the applicable sonar view, the forward range shifts by thedistance you entered.AutopilotWARNINGYou can use the autopilot feature only at a station installed nextto a helm, throttle, and helm control device.You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of yourvessel. The autopilot is a tool that enhances your capability tooperate your boat. It does not relieve you of the responsibility ofsafely operating your boat. Avoid navigational hazards andnever leave the helm unattended.Always be prepared to promptly regain manual control of yourboat.Learn to operate the autopilot on calm and hazard-free openwater.Use caution when operating the autopilot near hazards in thewater, such as docks, pilings, and other boats.NOTE: This feature is only available on models with NMEA2000 network capabilities.The autopilot system continuously adjusts the steering of yourboat to maintain a constant heading (heading hold). The systemalso allows manual steering and several modes of automatic-steering functions and patterns.When the compatible chartplotter is connected to a compatibleGarmin autopilot system, you can engage and control theautopilot from the chartplotter.For information about compatible Garmin autopilot systems, goto garmin.com.Autopilot ScreenActual headingIntended heading (heading the autopilot is steering toward)Actual heading (when in standby mode)Intended heading (when engaged)Rudder position indicator (This functionality is available only when arudder sensor is connected.)Adjusting the Step Steering Increment1 From the Autopilot screen, select MENU > Autopilot Setup >Step Turn Size.2 Select an increment.Setting the Power SaverYou can adjust the level of rudder activity.1 From the autopilot screen, select MENU > Autopilot Setup >Power Mode Setup > Power Saver.2 Select a percentage.Selecting a higher percentage reduces rudder activity andheading performance. The higher the percentage, the morethe course deviates before the autopilot corrects it.TIP: In choppy conditions at low speeds, increasing thePower Saver percentage reduces rudder activity.Selecting the Preferred Heading SourceNOTICEFor best results, use the autopilot CCU internal compass for theheading source. Using a third-party GPS compass can causethe data to be delivered erratically and may result in excessivedelays. The autopilot needs timely information, and thereforecannot often use third-party GPS compass data for GPSlocation or speed. If a third-party GPS compass is used, theautopilot will likely report loss of navigation data and speedsource periodically.If you have more than one heading source on the network, youcan select a your preferred source. The source could be acompatible GPS compass or a magnetic heading sensor.1 From the autopilot screen, select MENU > Autopilot Setup >Preferred Sources2 Select a source.If the selected heading source is unavailable, the autopilotscreen does not display any data.Engaging the AutopilotWhen you engage the autopilot, the autopilot takes control of thehelm and steers the boat to maintain your heading.From any screen, select Engage.Your intended heading shows in the center of the Autopilotscreen.Steering PatternsWARNINGYou are responsible for the safe operation of your boat. Do notbegin a pattern until you are certain that the water is clear ofobstacles.The autopilot can steer the boat in preset patterns for fishing,and it can also perform other specialty maneuvers such as U-turns and Williamson turns.Following the U-Turn PatternYou can use the u-turn pattern to turn the boat around 180degrees and maintain the new heading.1 From the autopilot screen, select MENU > Pattern Steering> U-Turn.2 Select Engage Port or Engage Starboard.Setting Up and Following the Circles PatternYou can use the circles pattern to steer the boat in a continuouscircle, in a specified direction, and at a specified time interval.1 From the autopilot screen, select MENU > Pattern Steering> Circles.2 If necessary, select Time, and select a time for the autopilotto steer one complete circle.3 Select Engage Port or Engage Starboard.Setting Up and Following the Zigzag PatternYou can use the zigzag pattern to steer the boat from port tostarboard and back, over a specified time and angle, acrossyour present heading.1 From the autopilot screen, select MENU > Pattern Steering> Zigzag.2 If necessary, select Amplitude, and select a degree.3 If necessary, select Period, and select a length of time.4 Select Engage Zigzag.26 Autopilot