Watersnake GPSmart Owner's Manual - page 15
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GPS
MART
TRACK MODE
To place the motor in Track Mode, press the button with
the “T” symbol on the wireless fob. The Track Mode
automatically locks in the boat’s current heading and
controls the steering to maintain a constant track, acting
as an “Autotrack” to compensate for wind or current
disturbances. The operator can adjust the speed or track
heading by using the directional controls on the wireless fob.
The motor will emit 1 “beep” to indicate that
it has entered Track Mode.
The motor will emit 2 “growls” and exit this
mode if there is no GPS fix.
ADJUSTING THE TRACK SPEED
The motor will maintain its previous speed if Track
Mode is selected from the Manual Mode. Otherwise,
the unit will gradually ramp to 40% forward speed
to maintain the track. Pressing the Up-Arrow button
increases the thruster’s forward speed. The Down-Arrow
button decreases the thruster’s forward speed. Reverse
operation is disabled in this mode.
The motor will “beep” when the thruster reaches
100% forward speed or when it is stopped.
ADJUSTING THE TRACK COURSE
The “Track Course” may be adjusted in precise
5-degree increments by pressing the Left or Right
Arrow buttons on the wireless fob.
The motor will emit 1 “beep” each
time the track heading is changed.
The direction the boat is pointed when this mode is selected will
become the “Track Course”. The thruster will pull the bow of the boat
along this course in a straight line. The boat itself may seem to point
somewhat “off track” due to cross-wind or cross-track currents.
In this mode, the steering is automatic, but the thrust level is user
selected. In extreme wind or current it is necessary for the user
to select a speed setting with adequate thrust to overcome the
disturbances and remain“on-track”.