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Old 01-20-08, 03:04 PM   #1
flag4
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Default bearing tool on nav map...?

hi hunters, some help please, if you could.

i have found the circular compass type tool on the nav map table - top right.

it has two sets of numbers flipped in opposite directions north - south.

when its on the map it can not be turned to face the direction of the boat.

ive tried to suss out what it does with attempts at using it - i think i have a rough idea what it does, something to do with plotting or tracking ?

and i can't use it; i'd like to be able to track a ship using hydro as very often i get a bearing - long range and either lose it through tracking or miss it or it just dissapears. i have a feeling this tool could be of help - am i right and if so what is it and are there some basic steps i could learn and polish up myself.

cheers
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