Trying to Learn Manual Targeting - Failing in the Process

jgbishop · 02-15-08, 06:07 PM

I'm trying to figure out how to do manual targeting. I've watched a number of training videos, but I still can't seem to figure it out. All my testing is taking place in the Submarine School mission with the heavy cruiser (torpedo training mission, I think). I guess I'm getting confused on the order of operations. Here's what I'm doing:

1. Identify the ship (Mogami Heavy Cruiser).
2. Find the range to the ship with the stadimeter (this I can do). Send said range to the TDC.
3. Ready a few torpedoes.
4. After some time, take another range to the ship. Again, send to TDC.
5. Start position keeper.
6. Estimate speed and bearing (I'm using the estimate button on the speed dial).
7. Adjust angle on bow to match computed heading. Send to TDC.
8. Fire torpedoes.

Every time I do this, I miss the ship by a good 100 to 200 yards. What am I doing wrong? Can someone provide an order of operations guide as to what has to happen and when? I'm getting so frustrated being in the dark on this!

02-15-08, 06:07 PM	#1
jgbishop Mate Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 58 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Trying to Learn Manual Targeting - Failing in the Process I'm trying to figure out how to do manual targeting. I've watched a number of training videos, but I still can't seem to figure it out. All my testing is taking place in the Submarine School mission with the heavy cruiser (torpedo training mission, I think). I guess I'm getting confused on the order of operations. Here's what I'm doing: 1. Identify the ship (Mogami Heavy Cruiser). 2. Find the range to the ship with the stadimeter (this I can do). Send said range to the TDC. 3. Ready a few torpedoes. 4. After some time, take another range to the ship. Again, send to TDC. 5. Start position keeper. 6. Estimate speed and bearing (I'm using the estimate button on the speed dial). 7. Adjust angle on bow to match computed heading. Send to TDC. 8. Fire torpedoes. Every time I do this, I miss the ship by a good 100 to 200 yards. What am I doing wrong? Can someone provide an order of operations guide as to what has to happen and when? I'm getting so frustrated being in the dark on this!