B&G RemoteVision User Manual

RemoteVision

with Wireless Port

User Manual

Premier Way

Abbey Park, Romsey

Hampshire, SO51 9DH, UK

www.BandG.com

© B&G Ltd. 2004

The copyright of this manual is the property of B&G Ltd.

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CERTIFICATION

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to a different circuit.
Consult an authorised dealer or other qualified technician for additional help if
these remedies do not correct the problem.

RemoteVision meets requirements for CFR47 Part 15 of the FCC limits for Class
B equipment.

RemoteVision meets the standards set out in European Standard EN 60945:
1997 IEC 945: 1996 for maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment
and systems.

TRADEMARKS

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in
any form or by any means including photocopying and recording, for any purpose
without the express written permission of B&G.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice. B&G reserves
the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content
without obligation to notify any person or organisation of such changes.

B&G, and RemoteVision are all trademarks of Brookes & Gatehouse Ltd. and
may not be used without the express permission of Brookes and Gatehouse Ltd.

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PRODUCT LIABILITY AND SAFETY WARNINGS

Product Liability

Brookes and Gatehouse Ltd. accept no responsibility for the use and/or operation
of this equipment. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that under all
circumstances the equipment is used for the purposes for which it has been
designed.

Warning – Electrical Hazard

This equipment uses high voltage electrical power. Contact with high voltages
may result in injury and/or loss of life.

Warning - Calibration

The safe operation of this equipment is dependent on accurate and correct
calibration. Incorrect calibration of this equipment may lead to false and
inaccurate navigational readings placing the vessel into danger.

Warning – Communication Limitations

This equipment is designed as an aid to navigating with the Hydra and Hercules
instrument systems and Pilots. This equipment communicates wirelessly with the
installed instrument system. It is possible that the wireless link will fail due to a
variety of reasons including, but not limited to, low battery power, travelling out of
communication range and high levels of RF interference. Users should be aware
that failure of the wireless link would lead to the inability to communicate with the
instrument and Pilot system including an inability to alter pilot course, engage
and/or disengage the Pilot from the RemoteVision.

Caution

The system electronics are designed for use with a battery power supply source
of 3V dc. The application of any other power supply may result in permanent
damage to the equipment.

Caution

The use of solvent based or chemical cleaners on RemoteVision will result in
damage and invalidate your warranty.

Caution

RemoteVision contains no user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made
by an authorised service centre. Unauthorised repairs or modifications may
invalidate the warranty.

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Contents

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................... 3

REMOTEVISION FEATURES......................................................................................................3

WIRELESS PORT FEATURES....................................................................................................3

GETTING STARTED..................................................................................................... 4

PACK CONTENTS....................................................................................................................4

OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................4

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES ....................................................................................................5

USING YOUR REMOTEVISION...................................................................................................6

SWITCHING ON ......................................................................................................................7

MENU NAVIGATION .................................................................................................................7

SWITCHING OFF .....................................................................................................................7

PAIRING WITH INSTRUMENTS...................................................................................................8

OPERATION ............................................................................................................... 10

MAIN MENU..........................................................................................................................10

INSTRUMENTS........................................................................................................... 10

INSTRUMENT DATA PAGES ....................................................................................................10

CHANGING DATA FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................11

CALIBRATION .......................................................................................................................12

PILOT.......................................................................................................................... 14

PILOT STATUS PAGE.............................................................................................................14

SWITCHING THE PILOT ON ....................................................................................................14

SWITCHING THE PILOT OFF...................................................................................................14

SETTING THE PILOT COURSE.................................................................................................14

PILOT STEERING MODES.......................................................................................................16

PILOT SETTINGS...................................................................................................................18

HAND COMPASS ....................................................................................................... 19

TAKING BEARINGS................................................................................................................19

REVIEWING STORED BEARINGS .............................................................................................19

INSTRUMENT CONTROL .......................................................................................... 20

20/20 AND 40/40 SETUP ......................................................................................................20

BACK LIGHTING ....................................................................................................................20

TIMER ......................................................................................................................... 21

TIMER PAGE ........................................................................................................................21

SETTING THE TIMER..............................................................................................................21

SETUP......................................................................................................................... 22

COMPASS CALIBRATION ......................................................................................... 24

ENTERING THE COMPASS SETUP PAGES ................................................................................24

SWINGING THE COMPASS .....................................................................................................24

REMOTEVISION WIRELESS PORT INSTALLATION ............................................... 25

INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................25

LOCATION ............................................................................................................................25

CONNECTION .......................................................................................................................25

WIRING INFORMATION ..........................................................................................................26

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Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations and thank you for choosing the B&G RemoteVision, the world’s
first personal wireless instrument and Pilot control.

RemoteVision represents B&G’s commitment to provide systems of the highest
quality and performance that are designed to function within the harsh marine
environment. To get the most from your new RemoteVision, please take the time
to carefully read this user manual so that you can fully appreciate its operation.

RemoteVision Features

• 100 x 128 pixel, transflective LCD display

• Rugged ABS enclosure, sealed to IP68 standards

• Backlit electroluminescent display, with white LED for keypad

• Automatic backlight illumination

• 20° fully gimballed fluxgate compass

• Powered by two AA 1.5V batteries, standard or rechargeable

• Wireless link to B&G RemoteVision Wireless Port

• High brightness white LED torch

• Up to 60 hours continuous usage battery life

Wireless Port Features

• Rugged ABS case

• Wireless link to B&G RemoteVision

• Direct link to B&G Hydra and Hercules Fastnet databus

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Operation

GETTING STARTED

Pack Contents

Overview

Ensure that your package includes all of the items
listed below. If any parts are found to be missing,
contact your B&G dealer immediately.

RemoteVision

• B&G RemoteVision Unit

• RemoteVision Wireless Port

• Holster

• Lanyard

• User Manual

• AA Batteries (2)

Torch

Torch button

Compass Guide

Compass Guide

Keypad

Battery Cover latch

Lanyard Attachment

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Operation

Installing the Batteries

RemoteVision uses two “AA” Alkaline batteries located in the rear of the unit.
Most alternative batteries are also suitable though some types may have
magnetic properties that adversely affect compass accuracy. During battery
replacement, individual user settings are stored in non-volatile memory to prevent
loss of data.

It is recommended that the internal fluxgate compass is always re-swung after
battery replacement, to correct for possible magnetic differences between types
of battery. Refer to the Setup section of this user manual for further details.

Battery Replacement:

1. Using a coin, rotate the battery compartment screw ¼ turn anti-clockwise
until the slot aligns with the open padlock symbol, remove the battery cover
and the old batteries.

2. Insert new batteries observing the correct polarity and direction by referring
to the symbols moulded into the battery compartment housing.

3. Check that the battery compartment seal is clean and undamaged.

4. Replace the battery compartment cover and lock into place by rotating the
battery compartment screw ¼ turn clockwise until the slot aligns with the
closed padlock symbol.

Notes on battery life and replacement:

• Use only new or fully recharged batteries

• Do not mix different types of battery.

• Generally, fresh alkaline batteries will have more power and capacity when

compared to rechargeable batteries.

• Significant use of the backlighting and torch will considerably reduce the
battery life.

• It is recommended that the batteries are removed from the RemoteVision if
it is not going to be used for an extended period.

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Operation

Using your RemoteVision

The following pages describe how to operate the most common features found
on the RemoteVision.

ON Key

• When the unit is OFF: Pressing the ON key will switch
the RemoteVision on

• When the unit is ON: Pressing the ON key will engage
the autopilot (if installed)

OFF Key

• When the unit is ON: Pressing the OFF key will
disengage the autopilot if it is engaged.

• Pressing the OFF key for approximately 2 seconds will
switch the RemoteVision off

NavStick

The NavStick operates in a similar way to a joystick and allows
you to quickly and easily navigate through menus.

The NavStick is controlled with your thumb and may be moved
in five directions:

Up - typically for selecting menu items or entering figures
Down - typically for selecting menu items or entering figures
Left - typically for escaping from a sub-menu
Right - typically for scrolling through page selections
Inwards - for confirming selections

Dodge Left Key

When the autopilot is engaged, press the Dodge Left key to
turn the autopilot to port. Multiple presses are added together.

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Dodge Right Key

When the autopilot is engaged, press the Dodge Right key to
turn the autopilot to starboard. Multiple key presses are added
together.

Torch Key

Press and hold the Torch key on the rear of the unit to activate
the torch.

Releasing the key deactivates the torch.

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