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Software Set-up Procedure

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• If a Non-Follow Up lever (or handheld remote) is connected,

test change of modes and verify port and starboard steering

commands of the lever.

• Set waypoints into each navigator connected to the system,

and verify that the AP50 steers in NAV mode for each Nav.

source.

• Provide user training.

3.4 Providing User Training

The user should be instructed in the "basic" operational

functions, such as:

• Turning the system on and off.

• Changing modes. Explain briefly what takes place in the

different modes.

• Regaining manual control from any mode. Point out in what

modes the helm is engaged by the autopilot.

• Taking command at an "inactive" station, if applicable.

• Using the lock mode, how to lock/unlock, and how to shut

the system down from a locked control unit, if applicable.

• Use of the Non-Follow-up and Follow-up steering modes and

learning the difference between the two.

• Use of a Non-Follow-up and Follow-up controller, if

connected.

• Changing course by rotary knob and buttons.

• Moving through the User Set-up Menu in STANDBY,

AUTO, NAV, and WORK modes learning how to (and why

to) change the settings.

• Knowing the difference between normal parameters and

WORK parameters also including Nav. source and Compass

sensor selection, if applicable.

• Locating any compasses and knowing to keep all magnetic

items away.

• Locating the Mains circuit breaker.

• Knowing the different uses of thruster (Follow-up, Non-

Follow-up, and WORK modes).

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Simrad AP50 Installation Manual Page 82