Remote Indicating Compass Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the detector unit (flux valve) located?
A
Remotely
2
Q
How does the remote reading compass know when its alligned?
A
No electrical signal produced.
3
Q
What is a remote reading compass combined with a course deviation indicator called?
A
Horizontal situation indicator.
4
Q
What disables slaving during manoeuvres within a remote reading compass?
A
Cut out switches.
5
Q
A remote indicating compass is fitted with a FREE/SLAVE switch. When FREE is selected and the system is synchronised, the source of the heading that is displayed is… the blank unit
A
Gyroscopic unit
6
Q
A remote reading compass is fitted with a free/slave switch. When slave is selected and the system is synchronized, the source of the heading that is displayed is… the blank unit
A
Flux deviation unit.
