Simrad AP26 questions

[Bird Blaster]

So I have an older electronics package on my 232. Circa 2008/09.
I have a Simrad AP26 autopilot - I don't know how "active" it is. Especially at trolling speeds (1.7-2.2mph). If I am up planing and turn the dial the boat def will change direction. When I'm trolling the boat easily goes off course and alarms....is this because of the older gen product? Or is there something I can do to improve my slow speed auto ?

thanks!!!

 

[kirk a]

I've had issues with my Simrad autopilot similar to what you describe. Mine is older (AP22) maybe? Find the manual and go through the calibration both the dock and underway calibration.

This is what is likely needed. That said, I ended up paying a tech to take a ride with me and we went through the underway calibration - had to do it multiple times to get it 'right' and there were definitely a few tricks and settings I would not have thought of or found. Was only a C note or two, and worth it.

If recalibration does not fix, issue may be with heading sensor.

 

[Bird Blaster]

Thank you! I will check that out!