Using the Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot Without a GPS Source

A GPS source is not required to use the Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot.

• If the Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot does not have a viable GPS source, then use Compass Setup and Fine Heading Adjustment to manually adjust autopilot heading

  • User can utilize the vessels compass or a compass app on a phone until the heading matches

  • Set North won't be available

NOTE:  Ensure the compass that is being used does not have any Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) that can alter the accuracy of the compass heading.

• Additionally, if a GPS source is not available this process will make the Reactor 40 handheld remote control Click and Go feature more accurate

  • The Reactor 40 Handheld Remote control must have successfully completed the compass calibration for proper operation of the remote control 

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