How do I use this here vane thing?

[Downbytheriver]

I have purchased a couple of vane yachts in order to have a go at this part of the hobby. 
 

I have a Vane A and a Vane 36R - both beauties of “a certain age” and both equipped with rather lovely vane systems… which I have no clue about! In fairness to the vendor he has said that he will help me out if I turn up at Gosport on vane 36 day (which I will!) but I’m just trying to get ahead of the game. 
 

Attached are a few relevant pictures. Is there any resource that can get me started with understanding these glorious objects and how to use them? We are most interested initially in the 36R… 
 

[Ditton Dabler]

Try the Vintage Model Yacht Group website and then look under Resources - How To Do It - Vane Sailing School.

[Downbytheriver]

1 hour ago, Ditton Dabler said:

Try the Vintage Model Yacht Group website and then look under Resources - How To Do It - Vane Sailing School.

Useful. Thank you - my understanding is enhanced, if far from complete!