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SL72 and SL72RC
PLUS Pathfinder
Radar and
Radar/Chartplotter
Owner’s
Handbook
Document number: 81204_1
Date:18th January 2002
SL72 and SL72RC PLUS Pathfinder Radar Owner’s Handbook
January 2002
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.
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.
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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).
2. 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.
Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service
Representatives. For information on Raymarine products and services,
contact either of the following:
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UNITED STATES Raymarine Company
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Nashua, NH 03063-4219
Telephone: +1 603 881 5200
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Copyright © Raymarine Ltd 2001
The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the
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Raymarine 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.
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Preface
Warranty
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This handbook describes the installation, operation and maintenance for the
following systems:
SL72 PLUS Pathfinder Radar system
SL72RC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter system.
These systems comprise an SL70 or SL70RC PLUS LCD display and a 2D,
18" 2kW radome scanner unit.
The 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 Product Support representatives or your local dealer will be
available to answer any questions you may have.
To register your SL72/SL72RC PLUS ownership, please take a few minutes
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.
Intended Use
The display unit detailed in this handbook may form part of navigational radar
systems intended for light marine use. This radar system is only an aid to
navigation.
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declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this
declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council
Directive:
Product Name:
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Ancillary Units
The products have been assessed to Conformity Procedure Annex IV of the Directive and by application of the
following standard(s):
EMC
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requirements of the Directive and has been reviewed by Notified Body No.
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1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual
recognition of their conformity.
Raymarine 2D – 2kW (8-Pulse Width),
18" Radome Scanner Unit
M92650, from S/n 1112000
'PLUS' Displays - details given on Sheet 2
EN 60945 : 1997
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Adil Abbas
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Raymarine Limited
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England PO3 5TD
January 2002
Certificate No.
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Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary
Equipment and Radar Systems
The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 2D – 2kW (8-Pulse Width), 18"
Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details
of these units are included in the Technical Construction File:
DISPLAY (one of)
Description Designation Part No.
Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD SL70 PLUS E52028
Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/Chart SL70RC PLUS R58149
Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb² RL70 PLUS E52031
Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb²/Chart RL70RC PLUS E52032
Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb² R70 PLUS E52039
Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb²/Chart R70RC PLUS E52040
Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb² R80 PLUS E52035
Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb²/Chart R80RC PLUS E52036
Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD/hsb² RL70C PLUS E52033
Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD hsb²/Chart RL70CRC PLUS E52034
Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb² RL80C PLUS E52037
Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb²/Chart RL80CRC PLUS E52038
PATHFINDER RADAR SYSTEMS
Radar System
Designation
SL72 PLUS 2D SL70 PLUS
SL72RC PLUS 2D SL70RC PLUS
RL72 PLUS 2D RL70 PLUS
RL72RC PLUS 2D RL70RC PLUS
R72 PLUS 2D R70 PLUS
R72RC PLUS 2D R70RC PLUS
R82 PLUS 2D R80 PLUS
R82RC PLUS 2D R80RC PLUS
RL72C PLUS 2D RL70C PLUS
RL72CRC PLUS 2D RL70CRC PLUS
RL82C PLUS 2D RL80C PLUS
RL82CRC PLUS 2D RL80CRC PLUS
Sheet 2 of 2
Scanner Unit
Designation
Display Unit
Designation
Contents - SL72 and SL72RC PLUS Pathfinder
Radar and Radar/Chartplotter
Preface ........................................................................................... 1.iii
Warranty ...................................................................................... 1.iii
EMC Conformance ...................................................................... 1.iii
Chapter 1: Overview ..........................................................................................1.1
1.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 1.1
General .......................................................................................... 1.3
Features ......................................................................................... 1.4
Operating Modes .......................................................................... 1.4
Heading and Position Data ........................................................... 1.5
1.2 The Pathfinder Radar Display ...................................................... 1.6
Pathfinder Radar Options ............................................................. 1.6
Radar Functions ............................................................................ 1.8
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1.3 The Chartplotter Display - SL72RC PLUS only .......................... 1.9
Chartplotter Display Options ...................................................... 1.10
Chartplotter Functions .................................................................1.11
1.4 Operating Controls ..................................................................... 1.12
Trackpad and Cursor ................................................................... 1.12
Dedicated Keys ........................................................................... 1.14
Soft Keys ..................................................................................... 1.14
Pop-Up Menus ............................................................................ 1.15
Database Lists ............................................................................. 1.16
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 (SL72RC PLUS only) ........... 2.19
Moving Around the Chart ........................................................... 2.19
2.6 Typical Chart Scenarios (SL72RC PLUS only) ......................... 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
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
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4.3 Using Marks .................................................................................. 4.4
4.4 Man Overboard (MOB) ................................................................ 4.5
4.5 Cursor Echo .................................................................................. 4.6
Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations (SL72RC PLUS only) ........................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
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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 ........................................................................ 5.40
SmartRoute ................................................................................. 5.42
Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations (SL72RC PLUS only) ............................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
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 ............................................................................. 7.7
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 .............................................................................................. 7.8
Variation Source ........................................................................... 7.8
Bridge NMEA Heading ................................................................ 7.9
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NMEA Out Set Up ........................................................................ 7.9
Data Selection - SL70 PLUS only ................................................ 7.9
Cursor Echo .................................................................................. 7.9
Date and Time Settings ............................................................... 7.10
GPS SOG/COG Filter - SL72RC PLUS only ............................. 7.10
Compass Set Up - SL72RC PLUS only ...................................... 7.10
Language .................................................................................... 7.10
Simulator .....................................................................................7.11
7.4 Radar Set Up Parameters ............................................................ 7.12
EBL Display ............................................................................... 7.12
Timed Transmission Option ....................................................... 7.13
Marks Options ............................................................................ 7.13
Custom Scale .............................................................................. 7.13
Bearing Alignment ..................................................................... 7.14
Antenna Size ............................................................................... 7.14
Send on HSB ............................................................................... 7.14
7.5 Advanced Settings ...................................................................... 7.15
Display Timing ........................................................................... 7.15
STC Preset .................................................................................. 7.16
Tune Preset .................................................................................. 7.16
7.6 Chart Set Up Parameters - SL72RC PLUS only ......................... 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
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8.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components ................................. 8.4
8.3 Selecting the Scanner Unit Location ............................................ 8.5
8.4 Selecting the Display Unit Location ............................................. 8.9
8.5 Cable Runs ...................................................................................8.11
Power Cable ................................................................................ 8.12
Inter-Unit Scanner Cable ............................................................ 8.13
8.6 Securing the Radome Scanner to the Mounting Surface ............ 8.15
8.7 Connecting the Inter-unit Cable to the Scanner .......................... 8.16
8.8 Mounting the Display Unit ......................................................... 8.19
8.9 System Connections ................................................................... 8.21
Display Unit Connection ............................................................ 8.22
Scanner Connection .................................................................... 8.23
8.10 Radar System Tests and Post Installation Alignment ................ 8.25
System Check ............................................................................. 8.25
Switch On and Initial Setup ........................................................ 8.25
Radar System Checks and Adjustments ..................................... 8.26
EMC Conformance ..................................................................... 8.29
8.11 Integrated Systems ...................................................................... 8.30
SeaTalk® and NMEA In ............................................................. 8.31
Using the SeaTalk Auxiliary Junction Box ................................. 8.34
Data Output ................................................................................. 8.35
Data Conversion ......................................................................... 8.36
8.12 Integrated System Checks .......................................................... 8.37
Chart Display - SL72RC PLUS only .......................................... 8.37
Received Data ............................................................................. 8.37
Transmitted Data ........................................................................ 8.37
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 ..................................................................... 9.3
9.3 Problem Solving ........................................................................... 9.4
Technical Support: ........................................................................ 9.4
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How to Contact Raymarine (US) .................................................. 9.5
How to Contact Raymarine (Europe) ........................................... 9.6
Worldwide Support ....................................................................... 9.6
Appendix A: Specification ................................................................................... A.1
2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit ......................................................A.1
SL72 PLUS and SL72RC PLUS 7" Displays ...............................A.3
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 - SL72RC PLUS only ........................ C.1
Appendix D: SeaTalk and NMEA Data Received and Transmitted ................ D.1
Appendix E: Abbreviations ..................................................................................E.1
Index ................................................................................................. 1.i
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Chapter 1: Overview 1-1
Chapter 1: Overview
1.1 Introduction
This handbook describes the Raymarine SL72 PLUS Pathfinder Radar and
SL72RC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter system. It gives details for
installation, operation and maintenance of the systems.
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.
How to Use This Handbook
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 system to other equipment.
For an overview of the display unit controls, read Chapter 1.
Chapter 2 will help you start using your system.
For detailed information on radar operations refer to Chapter 3 and Chapter 4.
If you have an SL72RC PLUS, refer to Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 for
chartplotter operating details.
To change the system set up defaults, read Chapter 7.
Details on installing your display unit and radar scanner are given in
Chapter 8.
Introduction
The handbook is organized as follows:
Chapter 1 provides an overview of the features and functions of the LCD
Display. This chapter also 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 SL72RC PLUS chartplotter functions.
Chapter 3 provides detailed operating information for the main radar
functions - adjusting the radar picture; measuring distances and bearings;
setting guard zones and alarms.
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 standard chartplotter
functions - using chart cards, plotting waypoint and routes, following routes,
and using tracks.
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Introduction
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
system defaults.
Chapter 8 provides planning considerations and detailed instructions for
installing the display unit and scanner. It should be referred to when you are
ready to install the system. Details to connect the display to other equipment
are also provided.
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 a list of Abbreviations.
An Index and warranty information are included at the end of the handbook.
A summary of the radar and chart controls are provided on the Quick
Reference Card(s) supplied with your system.
Terminology
The following terminology is used to describe radar systems:
Master A unit capable of sourcing radar data
Integrated System Additional instruments are connected via the Seatalk
or NMEA interfaces.
Chapter 1: Overview 1-3
General
The SL72 PLUS Pathfinder Radar or SL72RC PLUS Radar/Chartplotter
illustrated below, comprises an SL70 or SL70RC PLUS display unit, 2D 18"
2 kW scanner unit and associated cables.
Figure 1-1: SL72/SL72RC PLUS Radar/Radar-Chartplotter System
Display Unit
The LCD display unit is waterproof to CFR46 and can be installed either
above or below deck.
General
The unit includes:
• 7" monochromeLCD display
• Trackpad
• Eleven dedicated (labeled) control keys
• Four soft keys (unlabeled) whose functionality changes
®
• The SL72RC PLUS includes two slots for the C-MAP NT
chart cards
The display and keys can be illuminated for night-time use.
Full functionality of the radar or radar/chartplotter is achieved when it is part
of an integrated system, with other equipment connected via SeaTalk or
NMEA 0183. Data from this equipment including position and heading is
displayed on the display and is used in calculations. Details on connecting
other equipment are given in Chapter 8.
Scanner
The SL72 PLUS and SL72RC PLUS are supplied with an 18", 2 kW (2D)
scanner unit which illuminates targets with microwave energy and then
collects the returns from those targets. The scanner includes a sensitive lownoise front end receiver, and a variety of clutter attenuation controls to
maintain target resolution.
The scanner is adjusted and operated from the display unit. It can be switched
between transmit and standby modes. The scanner also has a power-saving
timed transmit mode which pauses between bursts of transmissions.
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Features
Features
Radar Features
• Uses position information from GPS, DGPS or Loran-C technology
• Displays and transfers SeaTalk and NMEA data
• Half-screen windows to display Course Deviation Indicator (CDI), Bearing and Distance Indicator (BDI) or navigation data
• Cursor echo across SeaTalk
• Choice of orientation: Head Up, Course Up and North Up
Chartplotter Features (SL72RC PLUS only)
• Displays chart information from the C-MAP NT® chart cards (C-Cards)
• Three full screen operating modes - Radar, Chart and Data Log.
• View radar and chart simultaneously in half-screen windows
• Can be connected to an ST80 Navigator keypad for alpha-numeric data
entry.
Set Up Options
Set up options allow you to choose what is displayed, how it is displayed
(including language and units), and bearing mode. You can view the cursor
position and a variety of data from other equipment in a set of user-selectable
data boxes, for example, speed, heading, depth, wind and tide information.
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 an SL72 PLUS you can view full screen radar; on an SL72RC PLUS you
can view a full screen radar, chart or data log.You can also set 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.
Chapter 1: Overview 1-5
The following are available:
Table 1-1: Operating Modes and Window Options
Display Full-screen mode Half-screen Window Options
SL72 PLUS Radar CDI, BDI or Nav Data
Radar Mode CDI, BDI, Chart or Nav Data
SL72RC PLUS
Chart Mode CDI, BDI, Radar or Nav Data
Data Log Mode Windows not available
Half -Screen Window Options
• Radar Display, Chart Display: If data is available as a function of the
combined display unit it can be displayed full screen or in a half screen
window.
• CDI: This gives the Course Deviation Indicator graphical display, with
data relating to the target waypoint (if available on SeaTalk).
• BDI: This gives the Bearing and Distance Indicator graphical display, with
data relating to the target waypoint (if available on SeaTalk).
• Nav Data: This shows nine data boxes, providing navigational data (from
SeaTalk or NMEA) 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).
Heading and
Position Data
Heading and Position Data
Full functionality of the radar/chartplotter is achieved when it is part of an
integrated system with other equipmentconnected 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.
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1.2 The Pathfinder Radar Display
The Pathfinder
Radar 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 in Figure 1-2, with example radar returns
(echoes) and default Pathfinder Radar information. The Status Bar indicator 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.
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 Options
Set up options allow you to customise the radar image by choosing what is
displayed, how it is displayed (including language and units) and heading
mode. You can also view the cursor position and a variety of data from other
equipment, e.g. speed, heading, depth, wind and tide information in a set of
user-selectable data boxes. The cursor box and user-selected data boxes can be
moved around the screen and they can be turned on or off.
Display options are provided in System Set Up and Radar Set Up as described
in Chapter 7:Setting Up the System Defaults. In addition, Screen Presentation
Options, described in Chapter 2:Getting Started & Adjusting the Display are
provided to switch:
• Cursor Box and Databoxes On/Off
• Range Rings On/Off
• Waypoint Display On/Off
Note: When you switch the display off and on again, these settings are retained in memory.
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Default Display
Targets:
Landmass
Channel buoy
Surface
vessel
045°
0.28
RR
1/2
126°T
R
3nm
CURSOR
BRG
RNG nm
HDG MODE TARGETS SCREEN
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.
H-UP
AUTO
T
IR
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
10˚ of azimuth
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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Options
Pathfinder Radar
Status Bar
Selected range,
in nautical miles
3nm
Range rings
(on/off)
Current heading
if heading data available,
or Course Over Ground.
Can be displayed in
degrees Magnetic or True
RR
1/2
Range ring interval
Not displayed if
range rings are off
126°T
Heading mode
Normally Head Up (H-UP),
but you can select
Course Up (C-UP) or
North Up (N-UP) if
you have heading data
Figure 1-2: Radar Display Features
Auto mode
Gain, Sea
and/or Tune
H-UP
Mode Indicators
displayed when function set on:
Target
Expansion
Wakes
AUTO
GST
FTC
(Remote rain)
WKS
FTCEXRCGZIR
Rain
Clutter
Guard Zone
Alarms
Interference
Rejection
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Radar Functions
3nm
CURSOR
BRG
RNG
120@T
063°
1.65
COG
RR
1/2
POSITION
R
50°49^13N
nm
001°12^09W
6.3kts
126°T
SOG
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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203°
01h:30m
WPT
T 1.20nm
Figure 1-3: Typical Radar Picture
Radar Functions
The SL72 and SL72RC PLUS Pathfinder Radars include the following
functions:
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• Choice of range scales from
/8 nm to 24nm.
• 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.
Operation of these functions is described in Chapter 3 and Chapter 4.
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1.3 The Chartplotter Display - SL72RC PLUS only
The SL72RC PLUS Display includes 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 1-4.
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
Course Over Ground (COG) and fix type (VES POS, DIF FIX or SD FIX).
FIND SHIP), vessel position, Speed Over Ground (SOG),
PLUS only
The Chartplotter
Display - SL72RC
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.
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.
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Display Options
Chartplotter
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 offset.
• 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
Status Bar
Chart Boundary
Waypoint
Object data box -
for object selected
by cursor
Figure 1-4: 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
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
The SL72RC PLUS Chartplotter includes the following functions:
• 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
CUSTOM settings is ON.
• 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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1.4 Operating Controls
You operate the radar system 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 1-5. 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.
Figure 1-5: LCD Display Control Keys
Trackpad and Cursor
The trackpad has several functions:
• To move the cursor around the screen
• To select an item from a pop-up menu
Dedicated
keys
Trackpad
Soft keys
Dedicated keys
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• To adjust a variable soft key control
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The cursor is used to:
• Select a position on the screen.
• Select an item, e.g.guard zone on the display.
• Select an area of the radar image to zoom into.
Moving the Cursor
You can press on any of the four sections of the trackpad to move the cursor in
that direction (up, down, left or right), or press two sections at the same time to
move diagonally. The cursor moves faster as you continue to press the
trackpad. The current cursor position is shown in the cursor data box (if
selected).
Note: During many operations you cannot move the cursor around the
screen; if you cannot move the cursor using the trackpad, check the default
soft keys are displayed (unless they have been switched OFF in system set up).
If not, press
The cursor is normally displayed as a crosshair.
ENTER until they are displayed.
Context-Sensitive Cursor Control
The cursor is context-sensitive. When the cursor is positioned over special
features on the display a text label appears to identify the feature as follows:
Table 1-2: Context-Sensitive Cursor Text Labels
Text Label Feature Radar/Chart (SL72RC
PLUS only)
BOX Data box (any type) Both
MOB Man Over Board marker Both
MRK Radar Mark Both
WPT Chart Waypoint Both
CTR Centre of radar Radar
FLT Floating EBL/VRM Radar
GRD Guard zone Radar
SHM Ships Heading Marker Radar
VRM/EBL VRM and EBL, 1 or 2 Radar
ZMB Zoom box Radar
A
➟B
Ruler line Chart
COG Course Over Ground vector Chart
HDG Heading vector Chart
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