Commissioning a Reactor™ 40 Autopilot

The Reactor™ 40 Autopilot requires commissioning using the Dockside and Sea Trial Wizards functions before the autopilot system can be used. Always refer to the specific Reactor™ 40 autopilot system Installation, Configuration Guide, and Owner's Manuals for directions or instructions, use this link to locate manuals. The Dockside and Sea Trial Wizard  is performed using the GHC™  autopilot helm controller or a compatible Garmin chartplotter. Garmin autopilots cannot be commissioned using a third-party chartplotters. 

• The dockside wizard can be completed while the boat is on the trailer or in  the water, if the boat is in the water it does need to be stationary while completing the wizard

• If a using GRF™ rudder feedback sensor it is configured during the Dockside Wizard

• The Sea Trial should always be performed on calm water with little to no wind, in an open wide space sufficient for maneuvering during the Autotune process. Always run the Set North into the direction of the wind, or into the current, going laterally will give diminished results that can affect performance

• Select the preferred GPS source if multiple GPS antennas are connected on the vessel

  • from the GHC™ helm controller Menu > Preferred Sources 

  • from a compatible chartplotter Options (Menu) > Settings > System > Satellite Positioning > Source

Select one of the following FAQs for more information

GHC Requirement for Reactor Autopilot Commissioning to see compatible Garmin chartplotters.

Commissioning a Garmin Autopilot GHP 10, GHP 12, GHP Reactor, or Reactor 40 Using a Garmin Chartplotter  if the vessel does not have a GHC.

Accessing Dealer Mode on a Garmin Autopilot

Getting Started with a Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot

Selecting a Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot

Troubleshooting a Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot

What are the Components of a Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot