Raymarine Pathfinder Radar User Manual
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PLUS Series
LCD Display
Owner’s
Handbook
Document number: 81186_2
Date:14th December 2 001
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Owner’s Handbook
December 2001
INTENDED USE
The display units detailed in this handbook may form part of navigational
radar systems intended for light marine use. These displays and radar
systems are only an aid to navigation.
SAFETY NOTICES
This radar equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so can result in personal
injury and/or navigational inaccuracies. In particular:
1. HIGH VOLTAGE. The LCD display unit and scanner unit contain
high voltages. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and
tools only available to qualified service technicians – there are no user
serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the
display unit cover or attempt to service the equipment.
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2. ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY. The radar scanner transmits
electromagnetic energy. It is important that the radar is turned off whenever
personnel are required to come close to the scanner to perform work on the
scanner assembly or associated equipment.
It is recommended that the radar scanner is mounted out of range of personnel
(above head height).
Avoid looking directly at the antenna as your eyes are the most sensitive part of
the body to electromagnetic energy.
When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar will conform to the
requirements of ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 Standard for Safety Levels with
Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3Hz
to 300 GHz and NRPB, Board Statement on Restrictions on Human Exposure
to Static and Time Varying Electromagnetic Fields and Radiation. Doc NRPB,
N0. 5 (1993).
4. NAVIGATION AID. This unit is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can
be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects,
environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user’s
responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgements.
This radar unit should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and
judgement.
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Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service
Representatives. For information on our products and services, contact either
of the following:
UNITED STATES Raymarine Inc.
22 Cotton Road, Unit D
Nashua, NH 03063-4219
Telephone: +1 603 881 5200
+1 800 539 5539
Fax: +1 603 864 4756
EUROPE Raymarine Limited
Anchorage Park
Portsmouth
Hampshire PO3 5TD
England
Telephone: +44 (0) 23 9269 3611
Fax: +44 (0) 23 9269 4642
Copyright © Raymarine Ltd. 2001
The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the
best of our knowledge, was correct as it went to press. However, our policy of
continuous improvement and updating may change product specifications
without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product
and handbook may occur from time to time, for which liability cannot be
accepted by Raymarine.
Raymarine is a registered trademark of Raymarine Limited.
SeaTalk is a registered trademark of Raymarine Limited.
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is a trademark of Raymarine Limited.
Pathfinder Plus is a trademark of Raymarine Limited.
This product contains technology provided under license by Acorn Group plc.
The copyright of this intellectual property is acknowledged by Raymarine
Ltd., as are Acorn’s trademarks and patents. Acorn’s world wide web address
is http://www.acorn.com.
Preface
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This handbook covers the radar and chart aspects of the following
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System Display Scanner Chartplotter
Pathfinder Radar RL70 PLUS Yes No
Raychart Chartplotter RC520PLUS No Yes
Combined Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter RL70RC PLUS Yes Yes
This handbook also describes the use of multi-display systems.
Note: Radar systems are supplied with an appropriate Raymarine scanner
unit and inter-connecting cable. Details for installing the scanner are described in the Pathfinder Radar Scanner Owner’s Handbook.
The Raychart (RC) display units include a cartridge holder assembly which
contains two slots for C-MAP NT chart cards.
This handbook contains very important information on the installation and
operation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best results in
operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly.
Raymarine’s Technical Services representatives or your local dealer will be
available to answer any questions you may have.
Warranty
To register your
to fill out the warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is
very important that you complete the owner information and return the card to
the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits.
EMC Conformance
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry
standards for use in the recreational marine environment.
The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and accessories
conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards,
but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not
compromised.
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Contents
Preface ............................................................................................... v
Warranty ...........................................................................................v
EMC Conformance ......................................................................... .v
Chapter 1: Overview ..........................................................................................1.1
How to Use This Handbook .......................................................... 1.1
1.1 General .......................................................................................... 1.4
Introduction to hsb2 Systems ........................................................ 1.4
PLUS Display Units ..................................................................... 1.5
Operating Modes .......................................................................... 1.6
Heading and Position Data ........................................................... 1.9
1.2 The Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display .......................................... 1.10
Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display Options ................................... 1.10
Radar Functions ......................................................................... 1.12
1.3 The Chartplotter Display ............................................................ 1.13
Chartplotter Display Options ...................................................... 1.14
Chartplotter Functions ................................................................ 1.15
1.4 Operating Controls ..................................................................... 1.16
Trackpad and Cursor ................................................................... 1.16
Dedicated Keys ........................................................................... 1.18
Soft Keys ..................................................................................... 1.18
Pop-Up Menus ............................................................................ 1.19
Database Lists ............................................................................. 1.20
Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display ....................................2.1
2.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 2.1
Conventions Used ......................................................................... 2.1
Simulator ...................................................................................... 2.1
2.2 Switching the Display On and Off ................................................ 2.2
Simulator Mode ............................................................................ 2.5
Changing the Lighting and Contrast ............................................. 2.6
2.3 Controlling the Display ................................................................. 2.7
Selecting the Mode of Operation .................................................. 2.7
Customizing the Screen Presentation Options ............................ 2.13
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2.4 Radar Display Control Functions ............................................... 2.16
Using the Zoom Function ........................................................... 2.16
Offsetting the Center ................................................................... 2.17
Hiding the Ship’s Heading Marker (SHM) ................................. 2.18
2.5 Chart Display Control Functions ................................................ 2.19
Moving Around the Chart ........................................................... 2.19
2.6 Typical Chart Scenarios .............................................................. 2.23
Place and Goto a Waypoint ......................................................... 2.24
Make and Follow a Route ........................................................... 2.26
Review Your Passage Plan .......................................................... 2.28
Displaying the Radar and Synchronizing Radar & Chart ........... 2.30
Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations ..........................................................3.1
3.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 3.1
3.2 Range Control ............................................................................... 3.2
Changing the Range ...................................................................... 3.2
Determining Actual Radar Range ................................................. 3.3
3.3 Interpreting and Adjusting the Radar Picture ............................... 3.4
Identifying False Echo Returns .................................................... 3.5
Adjusting Gain, Sea Clutter, Rain Clutter and Tune ..................... 3.7
Changing the Targets Display ......................................................3.11
3.4 Measuring Range and Bearing Using VRM/EBLs .................... 3.13
Measuring Range and Bearing to Target from Vessel ................. 3.14
Measuring Range and Bearing Between Targets (FLOAT) ........ 3.16
Controlling VRM/EBL Data Boxes ........................................... 3.18
3.5 Setting Guard Zones and Alarms ................................................ 3.19
Placing a Guard Zone .................................................................. 3.20
Moving, Reshaping or Deleting a Guard Zone ........................... 3.21
Controlling Guard Zone Alarms ................................................. 3.22
3.6 MARPA ...................................................................................... 3.23
Introduction to MARPA ............................................................. 3.23
Using MARPA ............................................................................ 3.25
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Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations ........................................................4.1
4.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 4.1
4.2 Changing the Heading Mode ........................................................ 4.2
True and Relative Motion ............................................................. 4.2
4.3 Using Marks .................................................................................. 4.4
4.4 Man Overboard (MOB) ................................................................ 4.5
4.5 Cursor Echo .................................................................................. 4.6
Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations ...........................................................5.1
5.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 5.1
5.2 Using Chart Cards ......................................................................... 5.2
Inserting a Chart Card ................................................................... 5.2
Removing a Chart Card ................................................................ 5.3
Displaying the Chart Data ............................................................. 5.3
Displaying Object Information ..................................................... 5.4
5.3 Working with Waypoints .............................................................. 5.8
Introduction .................................................................................. 5.8
Placing a Waypoint ....................................................................... 5.9
Selecting a Waypoint .................................................................. 5.12
Waypoint Data Display ............................................................... 5.12
Editing the Waypoint Details ...................................................... 5.13
Erasing a Waypoint ..................................................................... 5.14
Moving a Waypoint .................................................................... 5.14
Using the ST60 or ST80 Navigator Keypad ............................... 5.15
5.4 Working with Routes .................................................................. 5.18
Creating a New Route ................................................................. 5.19
Saving the Current Route ............................................................ 5.22
Clearing the Current Route ......................................................... 5.23
Retrieve a Route From the Database ........................................... 5.23
Displaying Route Information .................................................... 5.24
Using the Route List to Erase and Name a Route ....................... 5.26
Editing a Route ........................................................................... 5.27
5.5 Following Routes and Going to Points ....................................... 5.30
Follow a Route ............................................................................ 5.30
Target Point Arrival .................................................................... 5.32
Other Follow Route Options ....................................................... 5.32
Going To an Individual Target Point ........................................... 5.33
Stop Follow or Stop Goto ............................................................ 5.34
5.6 Transferring Waypoints and Routes ........................................... 5.35
5.7 Using Tracks ............................................................................... 5.38
Setting Up a Track ...................................................................... 5.39
Clearing the Current Track ......................................................... 5.40
Managing Tracks ........................................................................ 5.41
SmartRoute ................................................................................. 5.42
Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations ..............................................................6.1
6.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 6.1
6.2 Measuring Distances Using the VRM/EBL Key .......................... 6.2
6.3 Alarms and Timers ........................................................................ 6.4
Alarm Reporting ........................................................................... 6.4
Setting Alarms and Timers ........................................................... 6.5
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6.4 Man Overboard (MOB) ................................................................ 6.6
6.5 Cursor Echo .................................................................................. 6.7
6.6 GPS Setup ..................................................................................... 6.8
6.7 Data Log Mode ........................................................................... 6.10
Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults ...................................................7.1
7.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 7.1
7.2 Changing the Set Up Parameters .................................................. 7.2
7.3 System Set Up Parameters ............................................................ 7.4
Data Boxes .................................................................................... 7.6
Bearing Mode ............................................................................... 7.6
Cursor Reference .......................................................................... 7.6
Cursor Readout ............................................................................. 7.6
Day/Night ..................................................................................... 7.7
Help ............................................................................................... 7.7
Soft Keys ....................................................................................... 7.7
Key Beep ...................................................................................... 7.7
MOB Data ..................................................................................... 7.7
Menu Timeout Period ................................................................... 7.7
Units .............................................................................................. 7.7
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Variation Source ........................................................................... 7.8
Bridge NMEA Heading ................................................................ 7.8
NMEA Out Set Up ........................................................................ 7.9
Cursor Echo .................................................................................. 7.9
Date and Time Settings ................................................................. 7.9
GPS SOG/COG Filter ................................................................. 7.10
Compass Set Up .......................................................................... 7.10
Language .................................................................................... 7.10
Simulator .................................................................................... 7.10
7.4 Radar Set Up Parameters .............................................................7.11
EBL Display ................................................................................7.11
Timed Transmission Option ....................................................... 7.12
Marks Options ............................................................................ 7.12
Custom Scale .............................................................................. 7.12
Bearing Alignment ..................................................................... 7.13
Antenna Size ............................................................................... 7.13
Send on HSB ............................................................................... 7.13
7.5 MARPA Set Up Parameters ........................................................ 7.14
7.6 Advanced Settings ...................................................................... 7.15
Display Timing ........................................................................... 7.15
STC Preset .................................................................................. 7.16
Tune Preset .................................................................................. 7.16
7.7 Chart Set Up Parameters ............................................................. 7.17
Customize Chart ......................................................................... 7.17
Plotter Mode ............................................................................... 7.18
Chart Orientation ........................................................................ 7.18
Object Information ..................................................................... 7.19
Waypoint Options ....................................................................... 7.19
Vectors ........................................................................................ 7.19
Radar/Chart Synch ...................................................................... 7.19
Datum Selection ......................................................................... 7.19
Position Offset ............................................................................ 7.20
Chapter 8: Installation ......................................................................................8.1
8.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 8.1
Planning the Installation ............................................................... 8.2
EMC Installation Guidelines ........................................................ 8.2
8.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components ................................. 8.4
8.3 Selecting the Display Unit Location ............................................. 8.5
8.4 Cable Runs .................................................................................... 8.7
Power Cable .................................................................................. 8.7
Inter-Unit Scanner Cable .............................................................. 8.8
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Cable ..................................................................................... 8.8
8.5 Mounting the Display Unit ........................................................... 8.9
8.6 System Connections ....................................................................8.11
Display Unit Connection ............................................................ 8.12
8.7 Radar System Tests and Installation Alignment ......................... 8.15
System Check ............................................................................. 8.15
Switch On and Initial Setup ........................................................ 8.15
Radar System Checks and Adjustments ..................................... 8.16
EMC Conformance ..................................................................... 8.20
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™ (High Speed Bus) Multiple Display Systems .................. 8.20
SeaTalk® and NMEA In ............................................................. 8.23
Using the SeaTalk Auxiliary Junction Box ................................. 8.28
Data Output ................................................................................. 8.29
Data Conversion ......................................................................... 8.30
8.9 Integrated System Checks .......................................................... 8.31
Chart Display - RL70 PLUS, RL70RC PLUS, RC520 PLUS .... 8.31
Received Data ............................................................................. 8.31
Transmitted Data ........................................................................ 8.31
Chapter 9: Maintenance and Problem Solving ..............................................9.1
9.1 Maintenance ................................................................................. 9.1
Routine Checks ............................................................................. 9.1
EMC Servicing and Safety Guidelines ......................................... 9.1
9.2 Resetting the System ..................................................................... 9.2
9.3 Problem Solving ........................................................................... 9.3
Technical Support: ........................................................................ 9.3
How to Contact Raymarine (US) .................................................. 9.4
How to Contact Raymarine (Europe) ........................................... 9.5
Worldwide Support ....................................................................... 9.5
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Appendix A: Specification ................................................................................... A.1
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Appendix B: Using the Auxiliary Junction Box ................................................. B.1
Raystar 112, 105, Apelco 182 and 182XT .................................... B.2
Raystar 120 WAAS Satellite Differential Receiver ......................B.6
Appendix C: C-MAP Chart Card Features .......................................................... C.1
Appendix D: SeaTalk and NMEA Data Received and Transmitted ................ D.1
Appendix E: Connecting a Raymarine Heading Sensor ...................................E.1
G-Series Course Computer ........................................................... E.1
Appendix F: Abbreviations ..................................................................................F.1
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Chapter 1: Overview
How to Use This Handbook
This handbook describes the following
display systems:
RL70 PLUS Pathfinder Radar, 7" LCD Display
RL70RC PLUS Pathfinder Radar & Chartplotter, 7" LCD Display
RC520 PLUS Chartplotter, 7" LCD Display
If you are installing the display system yourself, you should read Chapter 8
before you start the installation. This chapter also provides information that
will be useful if you are connecting your
equipment.
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For an overview of
(PLUS) display systems, the display unit controls and
the radar/chartplotter systems, read Chapter 1. Chapter 2 will help you start
using your system.
For detailed information on radar operations refer to Chapter 3:Standard
Radar Operations and Chapter 4:Integrated Radar Operations.
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For chartplotter operating details, refer to Chapter 5 and Chapter 6.
To change the system set up defaults, read Chapter 7.
Details for installing a radar scanner are provided in the Radar Scanner User’s
Handbook supplied with your scanner.
Note: Many illustrations in this handbook show example screens. The screen
you see on your display depends on your system configuration and set up options, so it may differ from the illustration.
This handbook is organized as follows:
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Chapter 1 provides an overview of an
features and functions of the
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multi-display system and the
provides an overview of the controls. You should read this chapter to
familiarize yourself with the system.
Chapter 2 explains how to start using the display and describes how to use
some of the basic radar and chart functions. Chapter 2 also provides operating
guidelines for typical chartplotter scenarios; these guidelines introduce you to
many of the chartplotter functions.
Chapters 3 provides detailed operating information for the main radar
functions - adjusting the radar picture; measuring distances and bearings;
setting guard zones and alarms, using MARPA for target tracking.
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Chapter 4 provides detailed operating information for integrated radar
system functions, including using marks, man overboard and cursor echo.
Chapter 5 provides detailed operating information for the standard
chartplotter functions - using chart cards, plotting waypoints and routes,
following routes and showing tracks.
Chapter 6 provides detailed operating information for further chart functions,
including measuring distances, man overboard and cursor echo. It includes
instructions for setting up a differential GPS.
Chapter 7 provides instructions for setting up your system to suit your
preferences. You should read this chapter to determine how to set up the radar
and chartplotter system defaults.
Chapter 8 provides planning considerations and detailed instructions for
installing the display unit(s). It should be referred to when you are ready to
install the system. Details to connect the display to other equipment are also
provided. To install a complete radar system, you will also need to read the
Owner’s Handbook supplied with the scanner.
Chapter 9 provides information on user maintenance, and what to do if you
experience problems.
The Appendices provide additional information that you may find useful:
Appendix A lists the technical specifications for the radar and chartplotter.
Appendix B provides details on connecting the display unit to specific GPS
systems.
Appendix C defines the chart features shown on the chart display.
Appendix D defines the SeaTalk and NMEA data that is transferred on
integrated systems.
Appendix E provides details on connecting a Raymarine heading sensor for
MARPA.
Appendix F provides a list of abbreviations.
An Index and warranty information are included at the end of the handbook.
A summary of the radar and chartplotter controls are provided on the Quick
Reference Cards supplied with your system.
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Terminology
The following terminology is used to describe radar and chartplotter systems:
Master A unit capable of sourcing specific data such as
chart or radar data.
Repeater A unit capable of displaying data, such as radar, from
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Fishfinder Display Unit providing Fishfinder Master, Chart Repeater and
Radar Repeater functionality.
Radar Display Unit providing Radar Master, Fishfinder Repeater
and Chart Repeater functionality.
Chart Display Unit providing Chart Master, Fishfinder Repeater and
Radar Repeater functionality.
Combined DisplayUnit providing both Radar and Chart Master or Fishfinder
and Chart Master functionality.
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Integrated System Additional instruments are connected via
Seatalk or NMEA interfaces.
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™ High Speed Bus - links compatible display units.
It supersedes HSB and allows multiple display systems.
For full display and control between
units, the units must be connected via
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and SeaTalk.
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General
General
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The
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(PLUS) series Pathfinder Radar or Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter
comprises the 7" LCD PLUS display unit, scanner unit and associated cables.
The RC520 PLUS Chartplotter cannot be connected to the scanner unit.
Display Unit
The
installed either above or below deck.
The unit includes:
• 7" LCD PLUS display
• Trackpad
• Eleven dedicated (labeled) control keys
• Four soft keys (unlabeled) whose functionality changes
• Two slots for the C-MAP NT
The display and keys can be illuminated for night-time use.
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(PLUS) series display unit is waterproof to CFR46 and can be
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chart cards
Scanner
The
illuminates targets with microwave energy and then collects the returns from
those targets. The scanner includes a sensitive low-noise front end receiver,
and a variety of clutter attenuation controls to maintain target resolution.
Installation of the scanner is described separately in the Scanner Owner’s
Handbook. The scanner is adjusted and operated from the display unit, so
these details are provided in this Handbook.
The scanner can be switched between transmit and stand-by modes. It also has
a power-saving timed transmit mode which pauses between bursts of
transmissions.
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series Pathfinder Radar is supplied with a scanner unit which
Introduction to
It is possible to connect up to ten
(dependent on cable lengths) and a scanner unit to provide an integrated
system. The system may include existing HSB display units that have been
suitably upgraded - contact your authorized Raymarine dealer for upgrade kit
details.
The
compatible units. For example, radar data is transferred from the radar (the
master display) via the
any other
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Systems
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connection and can be displayed and controlled on
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series LCD or CRT display (the repeater display).
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In particular, you can connect your Radar to a remote Chartplotter (or
Fishfinder/Chartplotter) to provide similar functionality to the combined
Radar/Chartplotter (or Fishfinder/Chartplotter). However, you should be
aware that if you change, say, radar range on one display, it affects all displays
showing radar (or radar/chart overlay on color displays).
The
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system can include several chartplotter displays, each with two chart
cartridge slots. Each display can access two local and up to six remote chart
cartridges. Charts can be controlled independently on each display, even when
a remote chart cartridge is being used.
Pathfinder Scanner
PLUS Display Units
PLUS Display Units
hsb2 Fishfinder Display
AUTO GCRZFH
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50kHz
0
8
25
38
45
52
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ZOOMFREQUENCY
BTM.LOCK A-SCOPE
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75
100
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Features
• Chartplotter – Displays chart information from the C-MAP NT® chart
cards (C-Cards)
• Uses position data from GPS, DGPS, WAAS or Loran-C technology
• Displays and transfers SeaTalk, NMEA and
• Provides full control of data from other
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POWER
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• Several full-screen operating modes including Radar, Chart, Data Log or
Sonar, if appropriate data is available.
• View radar and chart simultaneously in half-screen windows.
• Half-screen windows to display additional data: Course Deviation Indica-
tor (CDI), Bearing and Distance Indicator (BDI), navigation data.
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Operating Modes
Operating Modes
• Cursor echo across SeaTalk, and between chart and radar windows
• Choice of orientation: Head Up, Course Up and North Up
• The system can be connected to an ST80 Navigator keypad for entry of
alpha-numeric data.
Set Up Options
Set up options allow you to choose what is displayed, how it is displayed
(including language and units), bearing mode and how the display operates
with other
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in a set of user-selectable data boxes.
Display options are provided in System Set Up, described in Chapter 7.
Screen Presentation Options, described in Chapter 2 allow you to switch the
cursor and data boxes On/Off. The cursor box and user-selected data boxes
can be moved around the screen
Operating Modes
On a single
Windows On to split the display into two half-screen windows to show
supplementary data or, on a combined display unit, display radar and chart
simultaneously. The main operating mode (radar or chart) is displayed in the
upper window; you choose what is displayed in the lower window.
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units. You can view the cursor position and a variety of data
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unit you can view a full screen radar or chart.You can also set
The following are available:
Table 1-1:
Display Full-screen mode Half-screen Window Options
RL70 PLUS Radar CDI, BDI or Nav Data
RC520 PLUS Chart CDI, BDI or Nav Data
RL70RC PLUS
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Data Log Windows not available
Radar Mode CDI, BDI, Chart or Nav Data
Chart Mode CDI, BDI, Radar or Nav Data
Data Log Mode Windows not available
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Radar Display Chartplotter Display
Operating Mode for
Stand Alone Units
RR
000°
0.220
1/2
HEAD UP
3nm
CURSOR
BRG
RNG nm
HDG MODE TARGETS SCREEN
MARPA
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Operating Modes
Operating Modes
Additional Modes for
Linked Units
(or combined
Radar/Chartplotter)
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
TIME POSITION CMG DMG
15:30
16:00
16:30
17:00
17:30
18:00
18:30
19:00
19:30
STOP LOG
50°21^890N
001°20^610W
50°18^010N
001°20^070W
50°21^850N
001°19^290W
50°18^500N
001°21^300W
50°20^990N
001°18^280W
50°19^660N
001°21^960W
50°19^730N
001°18^030W
50°20^930N
001°21^750W
50°18^550N
001°18^650W
CLEAR LOG
346°
180°H
012°H
206°H
043°H
245°H
093°H
302°H
145°H
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7.23KM
7.23KM
6.67KM
5.74KM
5.00KM
4.63KM
5.00KM
5.74KM
KM
HSB
SeaTalk
RR
000°
0.220
1/2
50°21^890N
001°20^610W
50°18^010N
001°20^070W
50°21^850N
001°19^290W
50°18^500N
001°21^300W
50°20^990N
001°18^280W
50°19^660N
001°21^960W
50°19^730N
001°18^030W
50°20^930N
001°21^750W
50°18^550N
001°18^650W
CLEAR LOG
HEAD UP
346°
180°H
012°H
206°H
043°H
245°H
093°H
302°H
145°H
H
3nm
CURSOR
BRG
RNG nm
HDG MODE TARGETS SCREEN
TIME POSITION CMG DMG
15:30
16:00
16:30
17:00
17:30
18:00
18:30
19:00
19:30
STOP LOG
MARPA
6.86
7.23KM
7.23KM
6.67KM
5.74KM
5.00KM
4.63KM
5.00KM
5.74KM
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Figure 1-2: Full Screen Operating Modes
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Operating Modes
Operating Modes
Half-Screen Window Options
• Chart display, Radar display: If data is available as a function of the
combined display unit it can be displayed full screen, as shown in
Figure 1-2, or in a half-screen window.
• CDI: This gives the Course Deviation Indicator graphical display, with
data relating to the target waypoint.
• BDI: This gives the Bearing and Distance Indicator graphical display, with
data relating to the target waypoint.
• Nav Data: This shows nine data boxes, providing navigational data in the
units specified in your set up. Note that up to 6 of these data boxes are also
available as a user-selectable group (see Section 7.3).
You select the operating mode and windows using the
DISPLAY key as
described in Chapter 2.
Multi-display systems
If you have several
operation is similar to a combined Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Unit: three
full-screen modes –radar, chart and data log are available on all displays.
In addition, if you have an
set any display to fishfinder mode; if the system includes a chartplotter, similar
functionality to a combined Fishfinder/Chartplotter is available on all
displays.
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series Fishfinder display connected, you can
On an
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system with Radar, Chart and Fishfinder available, the following
information can be shown on any display unit:
Table 1-2: Window Options for Integrated Systems
Full-screen mode Half-screen Window Options
Chart Mode, CDI, BDI, Nav Data, Fishfinder or Radar
Radar Mode CDI, BDI, Chart or Nav Data
Fishfinder Mode Depth/temp, Chart or CDI, BDI
Data Log Mode Windows not available
For details on the fishfinder, refer to the
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Handbook supplied with your fishfinder.
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Heading and Position Data
Full functionality of the radar/chartplotter is achieved when it is part of an
integrated system with other equipment (in addition to another
connected via SeaTalk or NMEA 0183. Data from this equipment including
position and heading is shown on the display and is used in calculations.
Details on connecting other equipment are given in Chapter 8.
Providing Heading Data for MARPA
The performance of MARPA is dependent on the quality of your heading
sensor. It is important that both the heading sensor and the radar scanner
(bearing alignment) are correctly calibrated. Refer to the appropriate heading
sensor and radar scanner handbooks for calibration details. The better the
accuracy of your heading data, the better the performance of MARPA.
A gyro compass provides the best performance in all conditions. Alternatively
you could use a fluxgate compass with rate gyro stabilization.
MARPA requires heading data to be frequently updated (we recommend a
data output rate of greater than 8 Hz); heading data must therefore be provided
on NMEA.
In multiple-display systems, heading must be connected, via NMEA, to each
display that will be used for MARPA.
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Data
Data
Heading and Position
Heading and Position
We recommend the Raymarine Rate Gyro Compass system. Good results are
also obtained with a Raymarine autopilot system incorporating a 150G or
400G Course Computer with internal rate gyro.
Other heading sensors connected on NMEA may provide satisfactory results
in reasonable sea states. However, in unsettled conditions a rate gyro compass
is advisable.
Contact Raymarine Customer Services or your authorized Raymarine dealer
for additional information. For specific configuration details with the
Raymarine course computer refer to Appendix E. If you are using a suitable
third party heading sensor, refer to its documentation for installation and
calibration details.
PLUS Display
PLUS Display
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The Pathfinder Radar
The Pathfinder Radar
1.2 The Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display
When a scanner is connected and the radar is in Transmit mode, the radar
picture provides a map-like representation of the area in which the radar is
operating. Typically, your ship’s position is at the centre of the display, and its
dead ahead bearing is indicated by a vertical heading line, known as the Ship’s
Heading Marker (SHM).
The radar picture can be viewed with a variety of fixed or customised range
scales. A status bar at the top of the radar image displays range, current
heading and mode indicators for the various options you can set.
An example radar picture is shown on the next page, with example radar
returns (echoes) and default Pathfinder Radar information. The Status Bar is
also illustrated.
The radar display can show additional information, depending on your
currently selected options, set up selections and the data available from other
equipment. The example displays on the following pages show some of these
features.
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Functions are available to control the display as follows:
• Zoom the Display
• Offset your vessel from the centre of the radar picture
Operation of these functions is described in Chapter 2.
Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display Options
In addition to the display set up options previously described, radar set up
options allow you to customise the radar image by selecting how radar marks
and Electronic Bearing Line (EBL) data are displayed. You can also specify
timed transmit mode and custom range scales.
The Screen Presentation Options, described in Chapter 2 allow you to switch
range rings on/off and waypoint display on/off.
Note: When you turn the display off and on again, the Screen Presentation settings are retained in memory.
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Default Display
Targets:
Landmass
Channel buoy
Surface
vessel
RM RV3
H-UP
AUTO
MARPA
IR
T
CURSOR
045°
0.28
RR
1/2
126°T
R
3nm
BRG
RNG nm
HDG MODE TARGETS SCREEN
Default soft key labels
These can be turned off; press any soft key to re-display them.
Different labels are displayed when you press a key.
Status Bar
Range rings
The number and
spacing depend on
the current range, or
you can turn them off
Ship's Heading
Marker (SHM)
You can hide this
temporarily
Cursor position,
controlled by the
trackpad
Ship's position
You can move this
off-centre if required
Bearing scale,
each tick indicating
o
of azimuth
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Cursor position box
Shows the current
cursor position as
either Range/Bearing
or Lat/Long. You can
move this box to your
preferred position
on the screen, or
turn it off.
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Pathfinder Radar
PLUS Display Options
PLUS Display Options
Status Bar
Selected range,
in nautical miles
3nm
Range rings
(displayed if
rings are on)
RR
1/2
Range ring interval
Not displayed if
range rings are off
Motion Mode
Relative Motion
True Motion
126°T
Current heading
if data available, or
Course Over Ground.
Displayed in degrees
Magnetic or True
displayed when function on:
Target Vectors
True Vector or
Relative Vector
and vector length
RM RV3
H-UP
Heading mode
Normally Head Up (H-UP);
Course Up (C-UP) or
North Up (N-UP) can be
selected if heading data
available
Auto mode
Gain, Sea,
Tune
AUTO
GST
(Remote rain)
Mode Indicators
Target
Expansion
Wakes
WKS
FTCEXRCGZIR
FTC
Guard Zone
Alarms
Rain
Clutter
Interference
Rejection
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Radar Functions
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Radar Functions
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3nm
CURSOR
BRG
RNG
120@T
063°
1.65
COG
RR
1/2
R
nm
001°12^09W
126°T
POSITION
50°49^13N
SOG
6.3kts
H-UP
13:48:06
FTC
AUTO
FTC
GST
TIME
SPEED
5.7kts
DEPTH
EX
RC
IR
Data boxes, showing data
(if available) in the selected
units
14.4m
Mark, symbol selected using
setup options
Mark, default symbol
Active waypoint - from Chartplotter
Offset centre
Long target wake (short,
medium or long wakes can
be selected)
Waypoint data box, showing
range, bearing and time to go
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01h:30m
WPT
T 1.20nm
The
• Choice of range scales from
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/8 nm to 72nm (dependent on scanner type).
• Automatic and manual control of tuning, gain and sea clutter.
• Two Variable Range Markers (VRMs) and Electronic Bearing Lines
(EBLs), allowing target range and bearing measurements.
VRM/EBLs can be floated.
• Target wakes and target expansion mode.
• Two guard zones with alarms.
• Add marks to record important or dangerous locations.
• Man Overboard (MOB) to navigate back to a person or object.
• 10 Target MARPA
Operation of these radar functions is described in Chapter 3 and Chapter 4.
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1.3 The Chartplotter Display
The
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(PLUS) series LCD Display can include a Chartplotter. The
chartplotter includes a small-scale world map and detailed navigation
information is displayed when a cartographic chart card is installed. The
details displayed depend on the chart zoom level selected. A plotter mode is
provided to enable route plotting and tracking at large scales even when a chart
card is not installed, or when the chart is zoomed beyond the available
cartographic detail. A typical chartplotter screen is shown in Figure 1-3.
The chartplotter uses position information from a GPS, DGPS, WAAS or
Loran-C instrument. Once the position fix has been established, your vessel’s
position, if on screen, is shown as a boat shape pointing in the direction of the
current heading (or COG if heading data is not available). If no heading or
COG data is available, the vessel is shown as a circle.
The chartplotter screen includes a status bar that displays chart scale, with
either cursor position, range and bearing or, when the cursor is homed to the
vessel (by pressing
FIND SHIP), vessel position, Speed Over Ground (SOG),
Course Over Ground (COG) and fix type (VES POS, DIF FIX or SD FIX).
Any waypoints you have placed are displayed (unless you turned them off in
Chart Set Up as described in Chapter 7) and the current route is shown.
Information can be viewed on-screen by positioning the cursor over a
waypoint, current route or chart object. The chartplotter screen can also show
additional information, depending on your currently selected options, set up
selections and data available from other equipment.
The Chartplotter
The Chartplotter
Display
Display
An example chart display, in its default configuration, with a chart card
installed, is shown in the following illustration.
Several functions are available to control the display as follows:
• Zoom in/out and Pan the Display
• Offset the Chart or Center the Chart around the Vessel
• Synchronize the Chart and Radar (if radar data is available)
Operation of these functions is described in Chapter 2.
Chartplotter Display
Chartplotter Display
Options
Options
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Chartplotter Display Options
In addition to the display set up options previously described, chart set up
options, described in Chapter 7, allow you to customize the chart by selecting:
• What cartographic features and level of detail are displayed.
• Chart orientation (north up, head up or course up), datums and position off-
set.
• How waypoints are displayed (symbols and numbers).
• Vectors for heading, COG and tide.
The Screen Presentation Options, described in Chapter 2 allow you to switch
the Chart Grid On/Off and Custom Chart Details On/Off.
Note: When you turn the display off and on again, the Screen Presentation settings are retained in memory.
Chart Range
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Status Bar
Chart Boundary
Waypoint
Object data box -
for object selected
by cursor
Figure 1-3: Typical Chartplotter Display
Custom Chart Details
The chartplotter set up options include a sub-menu to customize the
cartographic features. This menu allows you to switch features On, Off, or
control them using the
Custom chart options are as follows:
Default soft key labels
These can be turned off: press any soft key to redisplay them.
Different labels are displayed when you press a key.
CUSTOM soft key. The factory default settings for the
Vessel Position
Cursor -
selecting chart object
Depth Area
Cursor position box
Shows the current
cursor position as
either Range/Bearing
or Lat/Long. You can
move this box to your
preferred position on
the screen or turn it off.
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ON: Chart text, chart boundaries, depth contours, navigation marks
and land features.
OFF: Caution and routing data.
CUSTOM: Spot sounding, light sectors, marine features.
Note: The factory default for the
CUSTOM settings is ON.
Icons are displayed in detail, depth shading limit is 10 m and depth contour
display is 0-100 m.
A complete list of chart features is given in Appendix C.
Chartplotter Functions
Functions
Functions
Chartplotter
Chartplotter
The
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• Display C-MAP NT C-Card chart information including Ports and Tides
(if available)
• View chart information (if available) for the Nearest Port
• Place, Move, Erase and Edit a Waypoint
• Goto Waypoint or Cursor
• Create, Save, Name, Edit and Follow a Route
• Review Route and Waypoint Lists
• Display vessel’s track; Save and Name the Track for re-call to screen
• SmartRoute to make a track into a route
• Measure Chart Distances and Bearings on-screen
• Set Up Alarms and Timers
• Man OverBoard (MOB) to navigate back to a missing person or object
• Differential GPS set up page
Operation of these functions is described in Chapter 5 and Chapter 6.
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Operating Controls
Operating Controls
1.4 Operating Controls
You operate the radar and chart systems using a variety of controls:
• A trackpad providing up, down, left, right and diagonal control of an on-
screen cursor.
• Eleven dedicated (labeled) control keys.
• Four soft keys with labels displayed on the screen.
• Pop-up menus, displayed on-screen, from which you select options.
• Database lists, displayed on-screen, which enable you to edit items.
Note: The cursor is the cross-hair symbol (+) visible on the display. You move
the cursor using the trackpad and use it to select a position or item on the chart.
The control keys are shown in Figure 1-4. They are back-lit for night-time use.
When you use a control, a help message is displayed at the top of the screen
(unless you switch help off as described in Chapter 7). The following
paragraphs describe the controls and on-screen facilities.
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Figure 1-4: LCD Display Control Keys
Trackpad and Cursor
The trackpad has several functions:
• To move the cursor around the screen
Dedicated
keys
Trackpad
Soft keys
Dedicated keys
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• To select an item from a pop-up menu
• To adjust a variable soft key control
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