Simrad NSO evo3 Operator's Manual
NSO evo3
Operator Manual
ENGLISH
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Preface
Disclaimer
As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the
product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact
your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance.
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment in a manner that will not
cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely
responsible for observing maritime safety practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL
LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE
OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.
This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS and its
subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications
without notice.
Governing language
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product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from, another
language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the
Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will be the official
version of the Documentation.
Trademarks
Navico® is a registered trademark of Navico.
Simrad® is used by license from Kongsberg.
Additional mapping data: Copyright© 2012 NSI, Inc.: Copyright© 2012 by Richardson’s
Maptech.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
C-MAP® is a registered trademark of C-MAP.
FLIR® is a registered trademark of FLIR.
FUSION-Link™ Marine Entertainment Standard™ is a registered trademark of FUSION
Electronics Ltd.
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or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
Mercury® is a registered trademark of Mercury.
Navionics® is a registered trademark of Navionics, Inc.
NMEA® and NMEA 2000® are registered trademarks of the National Marine Electronics
Association.
SiriusXM® is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
SmartCraft VesselView® is a registered trademark of Mercury.
Suzuki® is a registered trademark of Suzuki.
Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Yamaha® is a registered trademark of Yamaha.
Navico product references
This manual refers to the following Navico products:
• Broadband Radar™ (Broadband Radar)
• Broadband 3G™ (Broadband 3G Radar)
• Broadband 4G™ (Broadband 4G Radar)
• Broadband Sounder™ (Broadband Sounder)
• DownScan Imaging™ (DownScan)
• DownScan Overlay™ (Overlay)
• ForwardScan™ (ForwardScan)
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• GoFree™ (GoFree)
• Halo™ Pulse Compression Radar (Halo Radar)
• SmartSteer™ (SmartSteer)
• SonicHub® (SonicHub)
• StructureMap™ (StructureMap)
• StructureScan® (StructureScan)
• StructureScan® HD (StructureScan HD)
Copyright
Copyright © 2018 Navico Holding AS.
Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document. In case of any queries, refer to the
brand website of your unit or system: www.simrad-yachting.com.
Compliance statements
This equipment complies with:
• CE under 2014/53/EU Directive
• The requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio communications (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) standard 2008
• Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The relevant Declaration of Conformity is available in the product's section at the following
website: www.simrad-yachting.com.
Industry Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil
ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Internet usage
Some features in this product use an internet connection to perform data downloads and
uploads. Internet usage via a connected mobile/cell phone internet connection or a pay-perMB type internet connection may require large data usage. Your service provider may charge
you based on the amount of data you transfer. If you are unsure, contact your service
provider to confirm rates and restrictions.
About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for operating the unit. It assumes that all equipment is
installed and configured, and that the system is ready to use.
Some features may not be activated or available for screenshots in the manual. As a result,
screenshots of menus and dialogs may not match the look of your unit.
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
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Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should
proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/
personnel.
Manual version
This manual is written for software version 1.0. The manual is continually updated to match
new software releases. The latest available manual version can be downloaded from
www.simrad-yachting.com.
Viewing the manual on the screen
The PDF viewer included in the unit makes it possible to read the manuals and other PDF
files on the screen. Manuals can be downloaded from www.simrad-yachting.com.
The manuals can be read from a storage device connected to the unit or copied to the unit’s
internal memory.
The Software version
The software version currently on this unit can be found in the About dialog. The About
dialog is available in the System Settings.
For information regarding upgrading your software, refer to "Software upgrades" on page 132.
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Contents
11 Introduction
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Front controls
11 The Home page
12 Application pages
13 Integration of 3rd party devices
15 Feature unlock
15 Card reader
15 USB devices
16 Remote controllers
17 Basic operation
17 System controls dialog
17 Turning the system on and off
17 Standby mode
17 Display illumination
17 Locking the touchscreen
18 Wireless
18 Instrument bar
18 Touchscreen, keyboard and mouse operation
18 Menus
18 Pages and panels
18 Favorite panel as pop-up on a page
18 Man Overboard waypoint
19 Screen capture
20 Customizing your system
20 Customizing the Home page wallpaper
20 Configurable WheelKey
20 Customizing the long press feature
20 Adjusting panel size
21 Password protection
21 Adding new favorite pages
22 Edit favorite pages
22 Setting the appearance of the Instrument bar
23 Bridge Control
26 Charts
26 The Chart panel
26 Chart data
26 Showing dual chart types
27 Panning the chart
27 Chart scale
27 Vessel symbol
27 Positioning the vessel on the chart panel
28 Displaying information about chart items
28 Using the cursor on the chart panel
29 Saving waypoints
29 Creating routes
29 Find objects on chart panels
30 Marine Search and Rescue (SAR) feature
31 3D charts
31 Chart overlay
32 Insight and C-MAP charts
35 Navionics charts
39 Chart settings
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41 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks
Waypoints
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42 Routes
44 Tracks
46 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks dialogs
47 Navigating
47 Navigation panels
48 Navigate to cursor position
48 Navigate a route
49 Navigating with the autopilot
49 Navigation settings
51 TripIntel
51 Current trip statistics
51 Automatic trip recording
52 Start and stop trip recordings
52 Long-term statistics
52 Estimated fuel range ring
52 Fuel gauge
53 Tide gauge
53 View trip recordings
55 Autopilot
55 Safe operation with the autopilot
55 Activating the autopilot
55 Switching from automatic mode to manual steering
55 Autopilot indication on the pages
56 The Autopilot panel
57 Autopilot modes
57 Standby mode
57 Non-Follow Up (NFU, Power steering)
57 Follow-up steering (FU)
57 Heading hold
58 NoDrift mode
58 NAV mode
59 WIND mode
60 Turn pattern steering
62 Using the autopilot in an EVC system
62 Using the NSO evo3 in an AP70/AP80 system
65 Autopilot settings
69 Radar
69 The radar panel
69 Dual radar
70 Radar overlay
70 Radar operational modes
70 Radar Range
71 Using the cursor on a radar panel
71 Saving waypoints
71 Radar sector blanking
72 Adjusting the radar image
74 Advanced radar options
75 Radar view options
78 EBL/VRM markers
79 Setting a guard zone around your vessel
79 MARPA targets
80 Recording radar data
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81 Radar settings
Echosounder
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82 The Echosounder image
82 Multiple Echosounder
83 Zooming the image
83 Using the cursor on the image
84 Viewing history
84 Setting up the image
85 Advanced options
86 Start recording log data
87 Stop recording log data
87 Viewing the recorded sounder data
87 Echosounder View options
88 Echosounder settings
90 StructureScan
90 The StructureScan image
90 Zooming the StructureScan image
91 Using the cursor on the StructureScan panel
91 Viewing StructureScan history
92 Setting up the StructureScan image
92 Advanced StructureScan settings
94 StructureMap
94 The StructureMap image
94 Activating Structure overlay
94 StructureMap sources
95 StructureMap tips
95 Recording StructureScan data
95 Using StructureMap with mapping cards
95 Structure options
97 ForwardScan
97 The ForwardScan image
98 Setting up the ForwardScan image
98 ForwardScan view options
98 Heading extension
99 ForwardScan setup
102 Wireless connection
102 Connect and disconnect from a wireless hotspot
102 GoFree Shop
102 GoFree Link
103 Uploading log files to C-MAP Genesis
103 Wireless settings
105 AIS
105 AIS target symbols
105 Viewing information about AIS targets
106 Calling an AIS vessel
106 AIS SART
107 Vessel alarms
108 Vessel settings
110 Instrument panels
110 Dashboards
110 Customizing the Instruments panel
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111 Audio
Enabling audio
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111 Operating the audio system
111 The Audio controller
113 Setting up the audio system
114 Pairing audio servers
115 Sirius radio (North America only)
116 Weather
116 Wind barbs
116 Showing weather details
116 GRIB weather
118 SiriusXM weather
121 Weather alarms
122 Video
122 The Video panel
122 Setting up the video panel
122 FLIR camera control
124 Time plots
124 The Time plot panel
124 Selecting data
125 Alarms
125 Alarm system
125 Type of messages
125 Single alarms
125 Multiple alarms
125 Acknowledging a message
125 Alarms settings
127 Tools
127 Waypoints
127 Tides
127 Alarms
127 Vessels
127 TripIntel
127 Sun, Moon
127 Files
128 Find
128 GoFree Shop
129 Simulator
129 Demo mode
129 Simulator source files
129 Advanced simulator settings
131 Maintenance
131 Preventive maintenance
131 Cleaning the display unit
131 Checking the connectors
131 NMEA Data logging
132 Software upgrades
133 Backing up your system data
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135 Appendix
Touchscreen operation
135
135 Key operation overview
136 Using the mouse to control the system
137 Status bar icon definitions
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Introduction
B C
A
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Front controls
A Touch screen
B Power key
• Press and hold: turns the unit ON/OFF
• Short press once: displays the System Controls dialog
• Repeat short presses: toggles through preset dimming levels
C WheelKey - user configurable key, refer to "Configurable WheelKey" on page 20.
Default without an autopilot connected to the system
• Short press: toggles between panels on split screen
• Long press: maximizes active panel on split screen
Default with an autopilot connected to the system
• Short press: opens the autopilot controller and puts the autopilot in standby
mode
• Long press: toggles between panels on split screen
The Home page
The Home page is accessed from any operation by selecting the Home button in the upper
left corner of a panel, or the PAGES key on a remote controller.
1 Applications
Select a button to display the application as a full page panel.
Press and hold a button to display pre-configured split page options for the
application.
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2 Settings button
Select to access Settings dialogs.
3 Tools
Select a button to access dialogs used for carrying out a task, or for browsing
stored information.
4 Favorites
Select a button to display the panel combination.
Press and hold a favorite button to enter edit mode for the Favorites panel.
5 Close button
Select to exit the Home page and return to the previous active page.
6 Power button
Select to power off the unit.
7 Man Over Board (MOB) button
Select to save a Man Over Board (MOB) waypoint at the current vessel position.
Application pages
1 Application panel
2 Instrument bar
Navigation and sensor information. The bar can be turned off and it can be
configured by the user.
3 System controls dialog
Quick access to basic system settings.
Display the dialog by a short press on the Power key or by swiping down from top
of the screen.
4 Status bar
Displays time and date, and status of the system, features, and items connected to
the unit. Refer to "Status bar icon definitions" on page 137.
5 Dialog
Information to or input from the user.
6 Control bar
Select a feature button to display controls for it.
7 Alarm message
Displayed if dangerous situations or system faults occur.
8 Menu
Panel specific menu.
Display the menu by selecting the MENU panel button, or by pressing the MENU
key on a remote controller.
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Each application connected to the system is presented on panels.
The application can be presented as a full page, or in combination with other panels in a
multiple panel page.
All application pages are accessed from the Home page.
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Split pages
You can have up to 6 panels on a multiple panel page.
Panel sizes in a multiple panel page can be adjusted from the System Controls dialog. Refer
to "Adjusting panel size" on page 20.
To use a panel menu, you must first activate the panel. Select a panel to active it. An active
panel is indicated with an orange border. You can then select the menu icon to display the
menu for the active panel.
The following are examples of split pages.
2 panels page 3 panels page 4 panels page
Using the cursor on a split screen
When using the cursor on the sonar or structure image on a sonar/structure or sonar/chart
split screen, the cursor is shadowed on the other split screen.
Pre-configured split pages
Each full screen application has several pre-configured split pages, featuring the selected
application combined with each of the other panels.
Note: The number of pre-configured split pages cannot be changed, and the pages
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cannot be customized or deleted.
Access a pre-configured split page by pressing and holding the main panel button.
Favorite pages
All preconfigured favorite pages can be modified and deleted, and you can create your own.
You can have a total of 12 favorite pages.
For more information, refer to "Adding new favorite pages" on page 21.
Integration of 3rd party devices
Several 3rd party devices can be connected to the NSO evo3. The applications are displayed
on separate panels or integrated with other panels.
A device connected to the NMEA 2000 network should automatically be identified by the
system. If not, enable the feature from the advanced option in the System settings dialog.
The 3rd party device is operated by using menus and dialogs as on other panels.
This manual does not include specific operation instructions for any 3rd party device. For
features and functionality, refer to the documentation included with the 3rd party device.
SmartCraft VesselView integration
SmartCraft data can be displayed and interaction are enabled through the unit when a
compatible Mercury Marine VesselView product or VesselView Link is present on the network.
The Mercury icon appears on the Home page when a device is available. Mercury and Vessel
Control buttons are also available on the Control bar. Selecting the Mercury control bar
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button displays engine and vessel data, selecting the Vessel Control button displays engine
controls associated with VesselView.
When the features are enabled, the display may prompt the user for some basic
configuration information.
For more information about configuration information, the Mercury application page, the
Mercury engine and vessel data displayed, and the Vessel Control controller, refer to the
VesselView manual or engine supplier.
Suzuki Engine panel
If a Suzuki engine adapter is available on the NMEA 2000 network, a Suzuki engine icon is
added to the Home page. An icon is also added to the Page editor. You can select to display
the Suzuki engine panel as a full page panel or as part of a multi-panel page.
The layout and content of the engine panel depends on selected panel size. The digital
gauges can be customized, refer to "Customizing the panel" on page 110.
Yamaha engine integration
If a compatible Yamaha gateway is connected to the NMEA 2000 network, a Yamaha engine
icon is added to the Home page. An icon is also added to the Page editor. You can select to
display the Yamaha engine panel as a full page panel or as part of a multi-panel page. The
layout and content of the engine panel depends on the panel size.
If the Yamaha system supports Troll Control, a Troll button is added to the Control Bar. Select
this button to enable/disable troll control and control the trolling speed.
For more information about configuration information, the Yamaha panel and the data
displayed, and Troll control, refer to the Yamaha manual or the engine supplier.
FUSION-Link integration
FUSION-Link devices connected to the NMEA 2000 network can be controlled from the NSO
evo3 system.
The FUSION-Link devices appear as additional sources when using the audio function. No
additional icons are available.
Refer to "Audio" on page 111 for more information.
FLIR camera integration
If a compatible FLIR M-series camera is available on the Ethernet network, you can display the
video and control the camera from the NSO evo3.
The FLIR camera is controlled from the Video panel, and no additional icons appear on the
Home page.
Refer to "Video" on page 122 for more information.
BEP CZone integration
The unit integrates with BEP’s CZone system used for controlling and monitoring a
distributed power system on your vessel.
The CZone icon is available in the Tools panel on the Home page when a CZone system is
available on the network.
A separate manual is provided with your CZone system. Refer to this documentation and to
the unit's Installation manual for how to install and configure the CZone system.
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CZone dashboard
When the CZone is installed and configured, an additional CZone dashboard is added to the
Instruments panels.
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Vessel dashboard Navigation dashboard Angler dashboard CZone dashboard
You switch between a panel’s dashboards by selecting the left and right arrow symbols or by
selecting the dashboard from the menu.
Editing a CZone dashboard
You can customize a CZone dashboard by changing the data for each of the gauges.
Available editing options depend on the type of gauge and which data sources that are
connected to your system.
For more information, refer to "Instrument panels" on page 110.
Feature unlock
Features can be unlocked by entering the feature unlock code.
Note: The Feature Unlock option is only available if your unit supports a locked feature.
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Select the Feature Unlock option in the Settings dialog and then the feature you want to
unlock. Follow the instructions to purchase and enter the feature unlock code.
After a feature unlock code is entered in the unit, the feature is available for use.
Card reader
A memory card can be used for detailed chart data, software updates, transfer of user data,
and system backup.
Note: Do not download, transfer or copy files to a chart card. Doing so can damage chart
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information on the chart card.
If the card reader has a protective door it should always be securely shut immediately after
inserting or removing a card, in order to prevent possible water ingress.
USB devices
The USB ports can be used to connect a keyboard, mouse or storage device for software
updates, transfer of user data, and system backup. The USB devices should be standard PC
compatible hardware.
Note: USB cable length should not exceed 5 m when using regular cables. Lengths over
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5 m may be possible with the use of an active USB cable.
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Remote controllers
You can connect a remote controller to the network and remotely control the unit. To find
out which remote controllers can be used, refer to the product web page at:
www.simrad-yachting.com.
A separate manual is included with the remote controller.
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Basic operation
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System controls dialog
The System Controls dialog provides quick access to basic system settings.
Display the dialog by making a short press on the Power key.
The icons displayed on the dialog vary with operational mode and connected equipment.
Activating functions
Select the icon of the function you want to set or toggle on or off. For those functions that
toggle on and off, a highlighted icon indicates the function is activated, as shown in the
Instrument bar icon above.
Turning the system on and off
The system is turned on by pressing the Power key.
Press and hold the Power key to turn the unit off.
If the Power key is released before the shut-down is completed, the power off process is
cancelled.
First time startup
When the unit is started for the first time, or after a factory default, the unit displays a series of
dialogs. Respond to the dialog prompts to make fundamental settings.
You can perform further setup and later change settings using the system settings dialogs.
Standby mode
In Standby mode, the backlight for screen and keys are turned off to save power. The system
continues to run in the background.
You select Standby mode from the System Controls dialog.
Switch from Standby mode to normal operation by a short press on the Power key.
Display illumination
Brightness
You can cycle the preset backlight levels by short presses on the Power key.
Night mode
The night mode option optimizes the color palette and backlight for low light conditions.
Locking the touchscreen
You can temporarily lock a touch screen to prevent accidental operation of the system.
You lock the touch screen from the System Controls dialog.
When the touch lock is active you can still operate the unit from the keys or remote
controller.
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You remove the lock function by pressing on the Power key on the unit or remote controller.
Wireless
Provides wireless connection options dependent on the status of the wireless. For example,
connect to a hotspot or change it to be an access point. For option explanations refer to
"Wireless connection" on page 102.
Instrument bar
Toggles the Instrument bar on/off for the current page only.
Touchscreen, keyboard and mouse operation
For touchscreen, keyboard and mouse operation details, refer to the "Appendix" on page 135.
Menus
To display a page menu:
• Select the Menu button
To return to previous menu level:
• Select the Back menu option
To hide a page menu:
• Tap the screen outside the menu area
Pages and panels
Pages are selected from the Home page.
Full page panels:
• Select the relevant application button
Favorite pages:
• Select the relevant favorite button
Predefined split pages:
• Press and hold the relevant application icon
In a multiple panel page, only one panel can be active at a time. The active panel is outlined
with a border. You can only access the page menu of an active panel.
To select active panel in a multiple panel page:
• Tap the panel
• Press the Ctrl + D keys on a keyboard
• Press the Win key on a remote controller
Favorite panel as pop-up on a page
The favorite panel can be displayed on any page.
To display the favorite panel:
• Press and holding the Home button
• Press and holding the Pages key on a remote controller
• Press the Ctrl and ; on a keyboard
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Man Overboard waypoint
If an emergency situation should occur, you can save a Man Overboard (MOB) waypoint at
the vessel’s current position.
To create a Man Overboard (MOB) waypoint:
• Select the MOB button on the Home page
• Press the MOB key on a remote controller
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• Press and hold the F12 key on a keyboard
When you activate the MOB function the following actions are automatically performed:
• A MOB waypoint is created at the vessel’s position
• The display switches to a zoomed chart panel, centered on the vessel's position
• The system displays navigation information back to the MOB waypoint
Multiple MOB waypoints can be created. The vessel continues to show navigation
information to the initial MOB waypoint. Navigation to subsequent MOB waypoints needs to
be done manually.
The system continues to display navigational information towards the MOB waypoint until
you cancel the navigation from the menu.
A MOB waypoint can be deleted from the menu when it is activated.
Screen capture
You enable/disable the Screen capture option in the System settings dialog.
To take a screen capture:
• Tap the status bar or the dialog title
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Customizing your system
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Customizing the Home page wallpaper
The Home page's wallpaper can be customized. You can select one of the pictures included
with the system, or you can use your own picture in .jpg or .png format.
The images can be available on any location that can be seen in the files browser. When a
picture is chosen as the wallpaper, it is automatically copied to the Wallpaper folder.
Configurable WheelKey
Configures the action of the WheelKey on the front of the unit.
To configure the Wheel key, select Configure WheelKey on the System Setting dialog.
Customizing the long press feature
Use the Advanced settings dialog to specify if the long press on the panel opens the menu
or displays the cursor assist feature on the panel.
Adjusting panel size
You can change the panel size for an active split page. The panel size can be adjusted for
both favorite pages and for predefined split pages.
1. Activate the System Controls dialog
2. Select the adjust splits option in the dialog
3. Adjust the panel size by selecting the adjustment icon and moving it to the desired
position. The direction the adjustment icon can be moved depends on the layout.
4. Use menu options to save or discard your changes.
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The changes are saved to the active favorite or split page.
Password protection
You can set a PIN code to prevent unauthorized access to your system settings.
Note: We recommend you record the PIN code (password) and store it in a safe place if you
use this feature.
When you establish password protection, the PIN code must be entered when any of the
following are selected. After the correct PIN code is entered, all of them can be accessed
without re-entering the PIN code.
• Settings, activated from the Tools panel or System Controls dialog
• Alarms, activated from the Tools panel
• Files, activated from the Tools panel
• GoFree Shop, activated from the Tools panel
• Settings, activated from the Chart menu under Chart Options
You set and remove password protection from the system Settings dialog.
Adding new favorite pages
1. Select the New icon in the favorite panel on the Home page to open the page editor
dialog
2. Select the page icons you want to add to a new page:
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Touch operation: drag and drop page icons
- Key operation: use the arrow keys to select a page icon, then confirm your selection
with the Enter key
3. (Optional) Change the panel arrangement (only possible when 2 or more panels)
4. Save the page layout.
The system displays the new favorite page, and the new page is included in the list of
favorite pages on the Home page.
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Edit favorite pages
1. Select the edit icon in the Favorite panel:
Select the X icon on a favorite icon to remove the page
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- Select the tool icon on a favorite icon to display the page editor dialog
2. Add or remove panels in the page editor dialog
3. Save or discard your changes to leave the favorite edit mode.
Setting the appearance of the Instrument bar
Data sources connected to the system can be viewed in the Instrument bar.
You can configure the Instrument bar to display either one or two bars. If you specify to
display two bars you can set it to alternate the bars automatically. You can specify the
information displayed in the instrument bars.
Use the menu to select a predefined activity for one or both of the bars. When an activity bar
is selected, predefined instrument gauges are displayed in the instrument bar.
You can turn the Instrument bar off from the System controls dialog.
Note: This only turns the Instrument bar off for the current page.
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Turning the Instrument bar on/off
1. Activate the System controls dialog
2. Deactivate/activate the instrument bar icon to toggle the bar on and off.
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Select a predefined activity bar
1. Activate the Instrument bar by:
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Touch operation: tapping the Instrument bar
- Remote controller: pressing the WIN key until the Instrument bar is active
2. Select the MENU button to open the menu
3. Select Bar 1 or Bar 2 and then a predefined activity bar.
Predefined gauges are displayed in the instrument bar. You can change a gauge in the
activity Instrument bar, refer to Edit the content of the Instrument bar below.
Edit the content of the Instrument bar
1. Activate the Instrument bar by:
- Touch operation: tapping the Instrument bar
- Remote controller: pressing the WIN key until the Instrument bar is active
2. Select the MENU button to open the menu
3. Select Edit to change an instrument gauge followed by the gauge you want to change
4. Select the content you want to display from the Choose Data dialog
5. Select Menu and then Finish editing to save your changes.
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Fuel economy gauge
You can display a fuel economy gauge in the instrument bar on application pages (Chart,
Radar, Echo, Nav, and so on). Select the predefined Fuel activity bar or change a gauge
source to Fuel Economy. To change a gauge source, refer to "Setting the appearance of the Instrument
bar" on page 22.
1 Digital readout of current economy
2 Fuel economy measurement units
3 100% efficiency, this equates to the 'nominal consumption'
4 120% efficiency
5 Average fuel economy
6 Instantaneous economy
7 Current fuel level
The fuel economy gauge displays the instantaneous versus historical average fuel efficiency.
The start of the green zone represents ‘Nominal Fuel Economy’, and it displays an additional
20% area to allow your fuel efficiency to be displayed above the nominal fuel economy.
The more efficient you consume fuel, the more the outer blue dial creeps up towards the
green portion of the scale. If you achieve the nominal efficiency of your vessel you will be at
the green zone. If you manage to achieve an efficiency better than your nominal efficiency,
you will be somewhere in the upper green zone.
Nominal fuel economy can be entered in the Vessel Setup dialog displayed from the Fuel
settings dialog.
You can reset your average fuel economy from the Reset Fuel Economy button on the Fuel
settings dialog. When you reset it, the system starts calculating the new average.
Set the measurement units for the fuel economy gauge in the Economy field in the Units
settings dialog.
Bridge Control
The Bridge Control feature allows you to control which pages are shown on several displays
at the same time. The feature is used on vessels with multiple displays mounted in the same
place to quickly configure what information is displayed.
There can be a maximum of four different bridges on your system, and you can have up to
four displays grouped into one bridge. Each display can be configured to only one bridge.
When the displays are included in a bridge, you can configure twelve page configurations
(presets) for each bridge.
Adding displays to a Bridge
Note: All displays must be turned on to be available for bridge configuration.
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1. Open the Bridge Configuration dialog
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2. Select to configure a new bridge or to edit an existing
The Bridge Configuration for the selected bridge will be shown, and all displays that
are not already assigned to a bridge will be listed
3. Select the display you want to add to the bridge
- Arrange the displays from left to right in the same physical layout as the displays on
your current bridge/dashboard/helm
4. Rename the bridge if required
5. Save the configuration
Bridge Control will be displayed on the Home page of all units that are configured for a
bridge.
Configuring the preset pages for displays in a bridge
1. Activate the Bridge Control panel by swiping down on Bridge Control on the Home
page
2. To add a new bridge page, select the add icon. To edit an existing page, select the edit
icon.
3. Select the display for which you want to define the preset page
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The page layout option for the selected display will be read from the network, showing
main features and configured favorite pages
4. Select the preferred page
- Select the blank page if you do not want that display to be included in the selected
Bridge preset
5. Repeat step 3 and 4 until a page is configured for all displays in all Bridge presets
6. Select the edit icon to leave the add or edit mode and to save your configuration
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Selecting Bridge presets
You display an overview of available Bridge presets by swiping down on Bridge Control
on the Home page.
When you select one of the preset configurations all devices included in that bridge will
switch to the pre-configured pages.
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Charts
The chart function displays your vessel’s position relative to land and other chart objects. On
the chart panel you can plan and navigate routes, place waypoints, and display AIS targets.
The Chart panel
1 Waypoint*
2 Vessel with extension line (extension line is optional)
3 Route*
4 North indicator
5 Grid lines*
6 Range rings*
7 Track*
8 Chart range scale
9 Range rings interval (only displayed when Range rings are turned on)
* Optional chart items. You turn the optional chart items on/off individually from the Chart
settings dialog.
Chart data
The system is delivered with different preloaded cartography depending on region.
All units support Insight and C-MAP charts including C-MAP Genesis. The system also
supports charts from Navionics as well as content created by a variety of third party mapping
providers in the AT5 format. For a full selection of available charts, visit www.gofreeshop.com,
www.c-map.com, or www.navionics.com.
Note: In this manual, all possible chart menu options are described. These options vary
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depending on the chart you are using.
Charts on chart cards are shared over the Ethernet network, so only one chart card per vessel
is required.
Note: The system does not automatically switch to preloaded cartography if the chart
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card is removed. A low-resolution chart will be displayed until you re-insert the card or
manually switch back to the preloaded cartography.
Showing dual chart types
If you have different chart types available - preloaded, in the card slot, or on the Ethernet
network - you can show two different chart types simultaneously on a page with two chart
panels.
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You can select a dual chart panel by pressing and holding the Chart application button on
the Home page, or by creating a favorite page with two chart panels.
Selecting chart type
You specify the chart type in the Chart panel by selecting one of the available chart types in
the chart source menu option.
If you have a multiple Chart panel, the chart type is set individually for each chart panel.
Activate one of the chart panels, and then select one of the available chart types in the chart
source menu option. Repeat the process for the second chart panel, and select an alternative
chart type for this panel.
If you have identical charts available - built in, in the card slot or on the Ethernet network the system automatically selects the chart with most chart details for your displayed region.
Panning the chart
You can move the chart in any direction by:
• Touch operation: dragging your finger on the screen
• Key operation: using the arrow keys to move the cursor to the edge of the chart panel in
the desired direction.
Select the Clear cursor menu option or press the X key to remove the cursor and cursor
window from the panel. This also centers the chart to the vessel position.
Chart scale
You zoom in and out on the chart by using the zoom panel icons, the rotary knob, or by
using 2 fingers to pinch (zoom out) and spread (zoom in).
Chart range scale and range rings interval (when turned on) are shown in the lower right
corner of the chart panel.
Vessel symbol
When the system has a valid GPS position lock, the vessel symbol indicates vessel position. If
no GPS position is available, the vessel symbol includes a question mark.
Positioning the vessel on the chart panel
Chart orientation
You can specify how the chart is rotated in the panel. The chart orientation symbol in the
panel’s upper right corner indicates the north direction.
North up Heading up
North up
Displays the chart with north upward.
Heading up
Displays the chart with the vessel’s heading directed upward. Heading information is
received from a compass. If heading is not available, then the COG from the GPS is used.
Course up
Course up
The chart direction is depending on if navigating or not:
• when navigating: the desired course line is oriented up
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• if not navigating: the direction the vessel is actually traveling (COG) is oriented up
Look ahead
Moves the vessel icon on the panel to maximize your view ahead of the vessel.
Displaying information about chart items
When you select a chart item, a waypoint, a route, or a target, basic information for the
selected item is displayed. Select the chart item's pop-up to display all available information
for that item. You can also activate the detailed information dialog from the menu.
Note: If you are viewing applicable C-MAP charts on your system, you can select marine
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objects to display information about services and available multimedia (photos)
associated with the location or object.
Note: Pop-up information has to be enabled in chart settings to see basic item
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information.
Using the cursor on the chart panel
By default, the cursor is not shown on the chart panel.
When you activate the cursor, the cursor position window is displayed. When the cursor is
active, the chart does not pan or rotate to follow the vessel.
Select the Clear cursor menu option to remove the cursor and the cursor window from the
panel. This also centers the chart to the vessel position.
Select the Restore cursor menu option to display the cursor in its previous location. The
Clear cursor and Restore cursor options are useful features for toggling between the
vessel's current location and the cursor position.
GoTo cursor
You can navigate to a selected position on the image by positioning the cursor on the panel,
then using the Goto Cursor option in the menu.
The cursor assist function
Note: The cursor assist function is available if it is enabled. Refer to "Customizing the long press
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feature" on page 20.
The cursor assist function allows for fine tuning and precision placement of the cursor
without covering details with your finger.
Activate the cursor on the panel, then press and hold your finger on the screen to switch the
cursor symbol to a selection circle, appearing above your finger.
Without removing your finger from the screen, drag the selection circle to the desired
position.
When you remove your finger from the screen the cursor reverts to normal cursor operation.
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Measuring distance
The cursor can be used to measure the distance between your vessel and a selected position,
or between 2 points on the chart panel.
1. Position the cursor on the point from where you want to measure the distance. Start the
measure function from the menu
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The measuring icons appear with a line drawn from the vessel center to the cursor
position, and the distance is listed in the cursor information window.
2. You can reposition the measuring points by dragging either icon as long as the
measuring function is active
Note: The bearing is always measured
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You can also start the measuring function without an active cursor. Both measuring icons are
then initially located at the vessel position. The grey icon follows the vessel as the vessel
moves, while the blue icon remains at the position given when you activated the function.
You terminate the measuring function by selecting the Finish measuring menu option.
from the grey icon to the blue icon.
Saving waypoints
Use the new waypoint menu option to save a waypoint on the panel. If the cursor is active,
the waypoint is saved at the cursor position. If the cursor is not active, the waypoint is saved
at your vessel's position.
Creating routes
You can create routes as follows on the chart panel.
1. Position the cursor on the chart panel
2. Select New followed by New route in the menu
3. Select the position for the first routepoint:
On touch screen: tap the chart panel
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- Key operation: use the arrow key to select position, then confirm by pressing the Enter
key
4. Continue positioning the remaining routepoints
5. Save the route by selecting the save option in the menu.
Note: For more information, refer to "Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks" on page 41.
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Find objects on chart panels
You can search for other vessels or various chart items from a chart panel.
Activate the cursor on the panel to search from the cursor position. If the cursor is not active,
the system searches for items from the vessel's position.
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Note: You must have a SIRIUS data package subscription to search for fueling stations
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and an AIS receiver connected to search for vessels.
Marine Search and Rescue (SAR) feature
The marine SAR feature creates a search pattern route in the form of a parallel or creeping
line search pattern on the chart.
Turn the SAR feature ON from the Advanced, Features option in the System Settings dialog.
The following is an example of a SAR area on the chart.
The purple area is the area that is defined by you. The light orange shading is the area that is
calculated by the system.
Setting up the search area
Place the cursor on the chart in the location of Point A. Then use the New search pattern
menu option to set up the search area. This option opens the SAR Edit dialog.
Define the four corners of the search area, by entering corner coordinates.
The following settings must be defined:
• Track width controls how much space is in between parallel legs (the legs with the
longest length).
• Number of vessels controls how many SAR routes are generated. An SAR route is
created for each vessel. The first vessel will have a red route and the others will have a
dashed black route. The space between each vessel is the track spacing distance.
• Direction can be either Parallel or Creeping. Parallel direction makes the route move
along the side with the longest length. Creeping is the opposite as it moves along the
shortest side.
• Starting corner (CSP) is determined by choosing which corner you want to start from.
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The system will calculate the number of legs and leg distances. It also calculates the
Commence Start Position (CSP) as half the track spacing from the starting corner. The start
heading is calculated as the heading parallel to the longest side of the search rectangle from
the start position.
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