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EXPLORER II
11001 Roosevelt Boulevard
St. Peterburg, FL 33716
Tel.: (727) 576-5734 - Fax: (727) 570-8646
http://www.si-tex.com
Marine Electronics, Inc.
Suite 800
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11001 Roosevelt Boulevard
St. Peterburg, FL 33716
Tel.: (727) 576-5734 - Fax: (727) 570-8646
http://www.si-tex.com
EXPLORER II
CODE: SWCOLCTP 511b522/523 - 050303
Marine Electronics, Inc.
Suite 800
Copyright 2003 SEIWA Honk Kong
All rights reserved. Printed in Italy. No part of this publication may be reproduced or distributed in any
form or by any means, or stored in a database or retrieval system, without prior written permission of the
publisher.
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EXPLORER II
Warning!!!
Electronic charts displayed by the chartplotter are believed to be accurate and reliable, but
they are not intended to substitute for the official charts which should remain your main
reference for all the matters related to the execution of a safe navigation.
For this reason we would like to remind you that you are required to carry on board and
use the officially published and approved nautical charts.
Caution
n Please read through this manual before the first operation. If you have any questions,
please contact the Company customer service or your local dealer.
n The chartplotter is not built water proof. Please give attention to avoid water intrusion
into the chartplotter. Water damage is not covered by the warranty.
n Extensive exposure to heat may result in damage to the chartplotter.
n Connection to the power source with reversed polarity will damage the chartplotter
severely. This damage may not be covered by the warranty.
n The chartplotter contains dangerous high voltage circuits which only experienced tech-
nicians can handle.
n The C-MAP NT
n We will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential
+
C-CARD are available from your local dealer.
damages in connection with the performance or use of this material.
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Table of Content
1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 11
2 Before You Begin ........................................................................................... 13
3 For the New User ........................................................................................... 21
1.1 FEATURES ........................................................................................... 11
1.2 BASICS ........................................................................................... 12
1.3 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ...................................................................... 12
2.1 THE KEYBOARD ....................................................................................... 13
2.1.1 Soft Keys Customization ................................................................ 1 4
2.2 TURNING THE CHART PLOTTER ON AND OFF ........................................ 15
2.2.1 Turning On ...................................................................................... 15
2.2.2 Turning Off ..................................................................................... 1 6
2.3 CHANGING KEYPAD BACKLIGHT AND BRIGHTNESS ........................ 16
2.4 SELECTING THE LANGUAGE ................................................................... 17
2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS ....................................................................... 17
2.5.1 NMEA-0183 I/O Port........................................................................ 17
2.5.2 NMEA-0183 GPS Port ..................................................................... 18
2.6 ADDITIONAL C-CARDS............................................................................. 18
2.6.1 Inserting C-CARD ........................................................................... 18
2.6.2 Removing C-CARD ......................................................................... 19
2.7 PRINT SCREEN FUNCTION ........................................................................ 20
3.1 SCREEN DISPLAY CONFIGURATION ....................................................... 21
3.1.1 Chart Display .................................................................................. 21
3.1.2 Depth Graph pages ........................................................................ 23
3.1.3 Navigation Data Page ..................................................................... 23
3.1.3.1 Nav Display Menu .............................................................. 24
CDI Scale............................................................................ 24
Navigation Page ................................................................. 24
3.1.4 3D Road Page ................................................................................. 25
3.1.5 GPS Status Page ............................................................................ 25
3.1.6 GPS Data Page ............................................................................... 26
3.1.7 Wind Data Page .............................................................................. 26
3.1.8 Wind Speed Page ........................................................................... 27
3.1.9 Wind Direction Page ....................................................................... 27
3.2 NAVIGATING TO A SINGLE DESTINATION .............................................. 27
3.2.1 Distance and Bearing to Target ..................................................... 27
3.2.2 Time To Go...................................................................................... 28
3.2.3 Deleting Target................................................................................ 28
3.3 NAVIGATION ON A ROUTE ...................................................................... 28
3.3.1 Adding Waypoint ............................................................................ 28
3.3.2 Creating a Route ............................................................................. 29
3.3.3 Deleting Waypoint ........................................................................... 29
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3.3.4 Distance and bearing to target....................................................... 30
3.3.5 Time To Go...................................................................................... 30
3.3.6 Deleting Target................................................................................ 30
3.4 C-MAP NT+ INFORMATION ........................................................................ 31
3.4.1 Display Mode .................................................................................. 31
3.4.2 Customize Map ............................................................................... 32
3.4.2.1 Marine Settings .................................................................. 32
3.4.2.2 Depth Settings ................................................................... 33
3.4.2.3 Land Settings..................................................................... 34
3.4.2.4 Chart Settings .................................................................... 34
3.4.3 Getting Automatic Info .................................................................... 35
3.4.4 info Tree and Expanded Info page................................................. 36
3.4.5 Info Function ................................................................................... 37
3.4.6 Getting Port Info .............................................................................. 37
3.4.7 Getting Tide Info.............................................................................. 37
3.4.8 Find Function .................................................................................. 39
3.4.8.1 Finding Port Services ........................................................ 39
3.4.8.2 Finding Nearest Ports ........................................................ 39
Finding All Ports ................................................................. 39
Searching by name............................................................ 39
Searching by list ................................................................ 40
3.4.8.3 Finding Tide Stations ......................................................... 40
3.4.8.4 Finding Wrecks .................................................................. 40
3.4.8.5 Finding Obstructions ......................................................... 40
3.4.8.6 Finding Cursor ................................................................... 40
3.4.8.7 Finding Coordinates ........................................................... 40
3.4.8.8 Finding User Points ............................................................ 40
4 For the Experienced User ........................................................................................... 41
4.1 MORE ABOUT CREATING AND USING ROUTES ...................................... 41
4.1.1 Routes ........................................................................................... 41
4.1.1.1 Selecting route menu ......................................................... 41
Selecting route................................................................... 41
Editing notes ...................................................................... 42
Change Color ..................................................................... 42
4.1.1.2 Deleting route..................................................................... 42
4.1.1.3 Finding information on a route: Route Report ................... 42
Changing Speed & Fuel values ......................................... 42
Reversing route ................................................................. 42
4.1.1.4 Selection Route Legs Color ............................................... 43
4.1.2 Waypoints....................................................................................... 43
4.1.2.1 Adding Waypoint ............................................................... 4 3
4.1.2.2 Moving Waypoint ............................................................... 4 3
4.1.2.3 Deleting Waypoint .............................................................. 44
4.1.2.4 Editing Waypoint ................................................................ 44
4.1.2.5 Goto ................................................................................... 45
4.1.2.6 Inserting Waypoint ............................................................. 4 5
4.1.2.7 Finding Waypoint ............................................................... 46
4.1.2.8 Finding info about Waypoints: User Points List page ....... 47
Viewing User Points in map display.................................. 48
Finding User Points in the User Point List ......................... 48
Deleting User Points .......................................................... 48
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4.2 Using Marks & Events............................................................................... 48
4.2.1 Marks ........................................................................................... 48
4.2.2 Events ........................................................................................... 51
4.3 R/B FUNCTION........................................................................................... 52
4.3.1 Inserting R/B ................................................................................... 52
4.3.2 Deleting R/B .................................................................................... 52
4.3.3 Editing R/B....................................................................................... 52
4.4 USING THE TRACK FUNCTIONS ............................................................... 53
4.4.1 Enabling track Storing..................................................................... 53
4.4.2 Deleting Track ................................................................................. 53
4.4.3 Track Setting Menu......................................................................... 53
4.5 PAN FUNCTION ......................................................................................... 54
4.5.1 Moving cursor to the center of the screen .................................... 54
4.5.2 Placing cursor on coordinates ....................................................... 55
4.6 USER C-CARD MENU ................................................................................ 55
4.6.1 Saving File ...................................................................................... 56
4.6.2 Loading File..................................................................................... 57
4.6.3 Deleting File..................................................................................... 57
4.6.4 User C-CARD.................................................................................. 57
Deleting all stored User Points .......................................... 48
4.2.1.1 Adding Mark....................................................................... 49
4.2.1.2 Moving Mark....................................................................... 49
4.2.1.3 Deleting Mark ..................................................................... 49
4.2.1.4 Editing Mark ........................................................................ 50
4.2.1.5 Goto ................................................................................... 50
4.2.1.6 Finding Mark....................................................................... 50
4.2.1.7 Finding info about Marks: User Points List page............... 5 0
4.2.2.1 Adding Event ..................................................................... 51
4.2.2.2 Deleting Event .................................................................... 51
4.2.2.3 Editing Event ...................................................................... 51
4.2.2.4 Goto ................................................................................... 52
4.2.2.5 Finding Event ..................................................................... 52
4.2.2.6 Finding info about Events: List User Points page ............. 52
4.4.3.1 Selecting Active Track ...................................................... 53
4.4.3.2 Displaying Track ................................................................ 53
4.4.3.3 Selecting Track Color ........................................................ 54
4.4.3.4 Selecting Track memorizing type ...................................... 54
4.4.3.5 Selecting Time Step ........................................................... 54
4.4.3.6 Selecting Distance Step .................................................... 54
4.6.4.1 Reading the User C-CARD Directory ................................ 57
4.6.4.2 Selecting slot ..................................................................... 57
4.6.4.3 Formatting User C-CARD................................................... 58
4.6.4.4 Ordering the User C-CARD Directory ............................... 58
5 Terms & Functions ........................................................................................... 59
6 For the Technician ........................................................................................... 81
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6.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................................................................... 81
6.2 INSTALLATION .......................................................................................... 82
6.3 EXTERNAL WIRING ................................................................................... 83
6.4 TYPICAL CONNECTION - "POWER & I/O" Connector ............................... 84
6.5 PRINTER SETTINGS ................................................................................... 85
6.5.1 Printing on Serial Printer ................................................................. 85
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6.5.2 Printing on Parallel Printer ............................................................... 86
6.6 SYSTEM TEST ........................................................................................... 87
6.6.1 RAM Menu ...................................................................................... 87
6.6.2 DIM Menu ........................................................................................ 88
6.6.3 Cartridges ....................................................................................... 88
6.6.4 Modem Test .................................................................................... 89
6.6.5 Serial Ports ..................................................................................... 89
A C-Forecast ........................................................................................... 91
A. 1 Presentation of data ................................................................................. 92
A.1.1 Presentation of weather information .............................................. 94
A.1.1.1 Viewing the information in Navigation mode ..................... 94
A.1.1.2 Viewing the weather information in Browse mode ......... 94
A.2 System set-up C-forecast ........................................................................ 95
A.2.1 Installation of hardware components ............................................. 95
A.2.1.1 Electrical connection ......................................................... 9 5
A.2.1.2 Verification of C-COM module: the modem test ................ 97
A.2.1.3 The GSM SIM-card ............................................................ 97
A.2.2 Installation of Software .................................................................. 9 8
A.2.2.1 Registrations of user ID ..................................................... 98
A.2.2.2 Inserting the telephone N. of the C-Forecast server ........ 98
A.2.2.3 Activation of the serial port ............................................... 9 8
A.2.3 Transfer of Weather Data .............................................................. 98
A.2.3.1 Insert current date and time .............................................. 98
A.2.3.2 Selection of an area from which to get weather data ..... 99
Inserting of point of departure .......................................... 99
Inserting heading ............................................................... 99
A.2.3.3 Selecting type of weather information to be collected ..... 99
A.2.3.4 Download of data .............................................................. 99
Error massages ................................................................. 99
SIM-card PIN Error ........................................................... 100
Other Errors ..................................................................... 100
A.3 MENU SETTINGS ..................................................................................... 100
A.3.1 C-Forecast SetUp menu ............................................................... 100
A.3.1.1 Display ............................................................................. 100
A.3.1.2 Wind Speed Alert............................................................. 1 01
A.3.1.3 Waves Height Alert ......................................................... 1 01
A.3.1.4 Modem Port ...................................................................... 101
A.3.1.5 Wind Speed Unit .............................................................. 101
A.3.1.6 Wave Height Unit ............................................................. 101
A.3.1.7 User Identifier .................................................................. 101
A.3.1.8 Telephone Number........................................................... 102
A.3.1.9 Sim Pin.............................................................................. 102
A.3.1.10 Max Speed..................................................................... 102
A.3.2 Download Preview ....................................................................... 102
A.3.2.1 Type................................................................................. 102
A.3.2.2 Mode and Position............................................................ 103
A.3.2.3 Show on Chart ................................................................ 1 03
A.3.2.4 Course ............................................................................. 103
A.3.2.5 ETD and Date ................................................................... 103
A.3.2.6 Download Now................................................................ 103
A.3.3 Browse......................................................................................... 104
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B C-Staff ......................................................................................... 106
C Trouble shooting ......................................................................................... 108
Analytical Index ......................................................................................... 109
B.1 C-STAFF MENU....................................................................................... 107
B.1.1 Send Position................................................................................. 107
B.1.2 Position Request............................................................................ 107
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Introduction
If you have not used a position-finding instrument before and intend to use
your chartplotter for navigating, we suggest that you read this user manual and make sure
you are familiar with its contents.
Chapter "Before You Begin" introduces you to the basic information to get you
start using the chartplotter. Chapter "For the New User" should be read first to become
familiar with your new instrument. Chapter "For the Experienced User" introduces the
advanced features of the chartplotter.
Throughout this user manual, the labelled keys are shown in capitals letters enclosed between single inverted commas, for example 'MENU'; the software keys are shown
in small capitals letters enclosed between single inverted commas, for example 'E
Menu operations are in bold characters listed by keys sequence with the menu names
enclosed between inverted commas, for example 'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'EN-
TER' + "Fix & Compass" + 'ENTER' means: press the 'MENU' key, moving the
cursor selects the ADVANCED menu, press the 'ENTER' key, moving the cursor again
selects the Fix and Compass menu and then press 'ENTER'. Terms and functions underlined, for example Target, are explained in the chapter 5.
DIT
'.
1.1 FEATURES
The chartplotter is a computer specifically designed for nautical use but, more
precisely, to ease and speed up all calculations, which so far have been done manually. If
connected to a positioning instrument, the chartplotter displays the current position, the
speed, and the heading of the boat and its track. The user information like Waypoints,
Marks and tracks can then be stored on a User C-CARD, and can be recalled at any time. On
the screen are shown navigation data and cartographic information obtained from electronic charts of C-MAP NT+ C-CARD.
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1.2 BASICS
The chartplotter is controlled by using 11 keys. 7 keys are labelled and are dedicated
to specific functions. The other 4 are software keys (hereinafter named soft keys) and have
different functions when you select different modes of operation: their labels for the
current functions are shown on the screen immediately above the keys. There is also a
Joystick (see Fig. 1.2) to move a cursor across the screen. As you press a key, a single audio
beep confirms the key action; every time the key pressed is not valid, three rapid beeps
sound indicates that no response is available.
Fig. 1.2 - The controller
1.3 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
If your chartplotter does not operate properly, go to the System Test on Par. 6.6.
Most common operating difficulties can be diagnosed using these tests. If you still need
assistance, call your local dealer, reporting the Software Release and Cartography information available in the About page.
Select About Page: 'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "About..." + 'ENTER'
Fig. 1.3 - About Page
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Before You Begin
This chapter provides basic information to get you start using the chartplotter; it
will help you to become familiar with the chart display and the functions of the controls
before you start using the chartplotter.
2.1 THE KEYBOARD
The key
Press 'POWER' to turn the chartplotter On. Press and hold 'POWER' down
(once the chartplotter has been turned On) for 3 seconds turns the chartplotter Off.
Press and immediately release 'POWER' to adjust the brightness of the display
and the keys light.
The key
Press 'MOB' to insert the MOB (Man OverBoard). Press 'MOB' when the MOB
is already present deletes it.
The key
Excluding specific situations, return to the previous menu or to leave a menu
without making changes. If you are not into a menu, if the GPS computing a valid fix
position and the chartplotter is not in Home mode, pressing 'CLEAR' sets Home mode.
When Home (called also Navigate) mode is set, the cursor is not shown anymore and all
cartographic functions (zoom, scroll, etc.) are leaded by the fix position. The fix is centered
in the map display and the map scrolls underneath as the fix position changes. To deactivate Home mode move the cursor.
The key
Press 'ENTER' to select the desired option, to confirm selection, to create Objects
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(Goto, Mark, Waypoint, R/B).
The and keys
Press 'ZOOM IN' shows more details of a smaller area, by changing the chart scale
and zooming in on your display. Press 'ZOOM OUT' to operate similarly to the 'ZOOM
IN', except in reverse, changing the scale and showing a wider, otherwise less detailed view.
The key
Press 'MENU' to select the FUNCTIONS Menu.
The
Moves the cursor about on the display screen, quickly and accurately. The cursor
starts moving slowly the joystick is initially pressed then accellerates after a while if the
joystick is pressed and hold.
It also scrolls the desired option in the menu page(s): up/down move the current
menu selection; right executes the function assigned to the active selection in the menu
(same as 'ENTER'); left quit menu (same as 'CLEAR').
If in Home (Navigate) mode, it allows to exit from Home mode.
joystick
The soft key
The software keys (hereinafter named soft keys) can have different functions
when you select different operations, for example info on cartographic objects, manage-
ment of Marks and Waypoints... . Also they are used from the chart screen or from the
data pages to select one of the data pages available to allow faster access to the page
selection executable from the Main Menu.
When the chart page is selected, the soft key labels are not shown. By pressing one of
the four soft keys their labels for the current functions are shown on the screen immediately
above the soft keys. When the soft key labels are shown, pressing the associated soft key the
relative function is executed. Pressing 'CLEAR' the four soft key labels disappear.
2.1.1 SOFT KEYS CUSTOMIZATION
Note that when the soft keys labels are shown the user can customize them.
Pressing and holding down any of the four soft key shows a pop-up window on the top
of the soft key pressed that contains all possible data pages assignable to the soft key
pressed. Move the joystick up/down to place the selector on the preferred item; move the
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joystick to the right or press 'ENTER' to set the selected item; move the joystick to the left
or press 'CLEAR' to close the pop-up window. The possible choices are:
CHART 'C
HART
' (Chart and data page, see Par. 3.1.1)
NAVIGATION 'NAV' (Navigation Data page, see Par. 3.1.3)
3D ROAD 'R
GPS STATUS 'S
OAD
' (3D Road page, see Par. 3.1.4)
TATUS
' (GPS Status page, see Par. 3.1.5)
GPS DATA 'GPS' (GPS Data page, see Par. 3.1.6)
WIND DATA 'W
WIND SPEED 'W
WIND DIRECTION 'W
DEPTH 'D
DEPTH FULL 'D
The default settings for the soft keys labels are: 'C
Note
The following figures on this User Manual could not display the default soft keys.
INDDTA
' (Wind Data page, see Par. 3.1.7)
INDSPD
' (Wind Speed page, see Par. 3.1.8)
INDDIR
' (Wind Direction page, see Par. 3.1.9)
EPTH
1' (Depth page, see Par. 3.1.2)
EPTH
2' (Depth Full page, see Par. 3.1.2)
HART
', 'NAV', 'R
OAD
', 'S
TATUS
'.
2.2 TURNING THE CHART PLOTTER ON AND OFF
Before powering On the chartplotter, check for the correct voltage (10-35 volt dc)
and the correct connections with the positioning instrument:
Fig. 2.2 - Power On
2.2.1 TURNING ON
Press and hold 'POWER' for 1 second. The chartplotter emits one rapid beep
sound and a title page is opened:
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Fig. 2.2.1 - Title page
Note (*)
The software version is subject to change without notice. This manual is valid anyway.
After a few seconds, the first of the two Caution Notice pages is displayed,
reminding you that the chart plotter is only an aid to navigation, and should be used with
appropriate prudence. The electronic charts are not intended to substitute for the official
charts. Then the cartographic screen is displayed.
2.2.2 TURNING OFF
Press 'POWER' and hold for 3 seconds: a countdown timer appears on the screen, if
you release the key before the countdown timer reaches zero, the chart plotter will remain On.
2.3 CHANGING KEYPAD BACKLIGHT AND BRIGHTNESS
Press and immediately release 'POWER' (do not press and hold the key, or the
"power-off" message will be displayed!). Two sliders appear on the screen, showing the
current settings for keys light and brightness:
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Fig. 2.3 - Keypad Backlight and Brightness control
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The keypad backlight can be controlled using the soft keys 'KEY -' and 'KEY +' that
adjust the keypad backlight to the required level: the keypad backlight changes as you
adjust the slider. Press 'ENTER' to confirm the new setting (this operation also clears the
soft key labels and the graphical display). Otherwise, you can press 'CLEAR' to exit without making any changes.
To change the screen brightness operate in the same mode, using 'B
Warning!!!
The contrast adjustment depends on the type of monitor used.
RIGHT
-' and 'B
RIGHT
+'.
2.4 SELECTING THE LANGUAGE
It is possible to select the language in which you wish information to be displayed
(for screen labels, menus and options, but it is not affect the map information). The
default setting is English.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Language" + 'ENTER'
Choose the language you want and press 'ENTER' to confirm.
2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS
2.5.1 NMEA-0183 I/O PORT
The setting should be NMEA-0183 4800-N81-N if the external NMEA 0183
device is connected as follows:
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'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "Input/Output" + 'ENTER' + "NMEA0183 I/O PORT" +
'ENTER' + "4800-N81-N" + 'ENTER'
2.5.2 NMEA-0183 GPS PORT
The setting should be NMEA-0183 4800-N81-N if the external NMEA 0183
device is connected as follows:
Fig. 2.5.2 - GPS PORT
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "Input/Output" + 'ENTER' + "NMEA0183 GPS PORT" +
'ENTER' + "4800-N81-N" + 'ENTER'
2.6 ADDITIONAL C-CARDS
The chartplotter uses two types of C-MAP cartridges: either a chart cartridge or a
data storage cartridge. A chart cartridge, called C-CARD, contains detailed charts of the area
covered. A data storage cartridge, called User C-CARD can be used to permanently store
your routes, Waypoints, Marks, Events and tracks (see Par. 4.6).
2.6.1 INSERTING C-CARD
Hold the C-CARD by the short inclined side so that you can see the C-MAP label
(see Fig. 2.6.1):
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Fig. 2.6.1 - Inserting C-CARD (I)
Open the C-CARD slot's door pressing (1) to the bottom (2). Gently push the CCARD into one of the two slots; push the C-CARD in as far as it will go (3), then move
it to the bottom (4) to hold fixed into the slot (see Fig. 2.6.1a).
Fig. 2.6.1a - Inserting C-CARD (II)
2.6.2 REMOVING C-CARD
Open the C-CARD slot's door pressing (1) to the bottom (2). Press lightly (3) the
C-CARD you wish to remove and move it to the top (4) until you hear a click: the CCARD will eject out of the slot (5) (see Fig. 2.6.2).
Fig. 2.6.2 - Removing C-CARD
Note
C-MAP is continuously creating new charts and revising old ones. If you wish to receive information on
the newest availbale charts, you can write for the catalog of available C-MAP NT+ C-CARD at your
dealer.
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2.7 PRINT SCREEN FUNCTION
If the chartplotter is properly connected with a printer, you can print on paper the
screen image (see par. 7.5 for more information).
To activate the printer function press and hold down the right hand soft key. To
abort print screen press 'CLEAR'.
To select the desired settings:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' + "Printer Output" + 'ENTER'
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For the New User
In order to get started using your chartplotter, you must do the following things:
1) Your chartplotter must have been installed properly according to the installa-
tion instruction on Par. 6.2.
2) You must have performed the proper settings for use with your positioning
instrument (see Par. 2.5) and inserting the C-CARD for navigating in area you wish (see
Par. 2.6).
3) You must have Power On to the chartplotter and adjust the brightness and
contrast of the display (see Par. 2.2 and 2.3).
Once this is done, you can use your chartplotter for navigation.
3.1 SCREEN DISPLAY CONFIGURATION
The screen display can be shown in different modes: Chart Display page, Depth
Graph page, Depth Graph Full page, Navigation Data page, 3D Road page, GPS Data
page, GPS Status page, Wind Data page, Wind Speed page, Wind Direction page. See the
following paragraphs.
3.1.1 CHART DISPLAY
It is very important to access the information you need as you need it and understand what is displayed on the screen.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER" + "CHART DISPLAY" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'C
Shows the chart display and Text Area (if selected). With the following procedure:
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Data Window Mode" + 'ENTER'
it is possible to customize the Text Area layout among Full Screen, Text Area with
5 boxes and Text Area with 8 boxes.
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Fig. 3.1.1 - Text Area layout
It is also possible to edit fields shown in every screen configuration. Edit mode is
activated directly from the chart display pressing 'MENU' for 3 seconds.
Once the Edit mode is active, the first box with the label turns in reverse video screen. The
user can choose the active box by moving the joystick left or right. Pressing 'ENTER' the
user can choose the data to be shown on the selected field by moving through the selections and pressing 'ENTER' again.
Fig. 3.1.1a - Edit mode
Note
It will be shown only if the Destination is present.
Once 'ENTER' is pressed the data type is set. The selection window is closed and
the Text Area changes according to the selected data type. Press 'CLEAR' to exit the Edit
mode.
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Note
The Display Menu can be selected only from the Chart Display page and the Depth Graph page in split
mode.
3.1.2 DEPTH GRAPH PAGES
The Depth graph can be shown in two different modes. To select the Depth
Graph in split mode:
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' +"DEPTH GRAPH" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'D
Otherwise selecting the Depth graph displayed at full screen:
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' +"DEPTH GRAPH FULL" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'D
EPTH
1' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.2 - The Depth Graph in split mode
EPTH
2' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.2a - The Depth Graph Full
3.1.3 NAVIGATION DATA PAGE
The Navigation Data page shows information about the most relevant naviga-
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tion information, the status of the received signal and ship's coordinate. It is possible to
customize the information contained in the page selecting the Nav Display menu (see Par.
3.1.3.1).
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATION DATA" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'NAV' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.3 - Navigation Data page
3.1.3.1 Nav Display Menu
The Nav Display menu allows to select CDI Scale and Navigation Page. It is
possible to display this menu only if the Navigation Data page or the 3D Road page has
been selected; so firstly select one of this pages (see Par. 3.1.3 or Par. 3.1.4) and then:
'MENU' + "NAV DISPLAY" + 'ENTER'
CDI Scale
'MENU' + "NAV DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "CDI Scale" + 'ENTER'
Select your preferred CDI (Course Deviation Indicator) Scale among 0.2, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0,
10.0 Nm by using the joystick and then press 'ENTER'. The default setting is 10.0 Nm.
Navigation Page
'MENU' + "NAV DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Navigation Page" + 'ENTER'
A new window appears with six items. Using the joystick select the item you want to
change and press 'ENTER': another window appears, use the joystick to select the preferred data to display in the Navigation Data page and in 3D Road page among BRG
(Bearing), SOG (Speed Over Ground), COG (Course Over Ground), STR (Steering), CTS
(Course To Steer), TRN (Turning), DTG (Distance To Go), VMG (Velocity May Good),
SOA (Speed Of Advance), XTE (Cross Track Error), DRF (Drift), SET, DPT (Depth),
TEMP (Water Temperature). When fished press 'ENTER'. The default setting is SOG,
COG, DTG, CTS, XTE, STR.
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3.1.4 3D ROAD PAGE
The 3D Road Data Page shows in graphic mode navigation data. It is possible to
customize the information contained in the page selecting the Nav Display menu (see Par.
3.1.3.1).
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "3D ROAD" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'R
OAD
' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.4 - 3D Road Data Page
3.1.5 GPS STATUS PAGE
The GPS Status page shows in graphic mode GPS data.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "GPS STATUS" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'S
TATUS
' (if it is present)
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On the right side of the screen (see Fig. 3.1.5) there is a polar representation of the
Azimuth and Elevation of each satellites. The circles contain a number indicating the PRN
of the satellite and they are filled when they are used for the fix solution. On the left side
there are histograms indicating the S/N ratio (SNR). The bar is filled when the satellite is
used for fix solution. As example, the satellite with PRN=10 is used for fix solution with
S/N=44, Azimuth=119degree and Elevation=70 degree. When a valid fix is received, the
Lat/Lon, Date, Time, HDOP, VDOP, ALT, COG, SOG are shown in the page.
3.1.6 GPS DATA PAGE
The GPS Data page shows the GPS data.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "GPS DATA" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'GPS' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.6 - GPS Data Page
3.1.7 WIND DATA PAGE
The Wind Data Page shows data related to the wind.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "WIND DATA" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'W
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INDDTA
' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.7 - Wind Data Page
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3.1.8 WIND SPEED PAGE
The Wind Speed page shows the True Wind Speed & Time Graph.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "WIND SPEED" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'W
INDSPD
' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.8 - Wind Speed Page
3.1.9 WIND DIRECTION PAGE
The Wind Direction page shows the True Wind Direction & Time Graph.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "WIND DIRECTION" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'W
INDDIR
' (if it is present)
Fig. 3.1.9 - Wind Direction Page
3.2 NAVIGATING TO A SINGLE DESTINATION
3.2.1 DISTANCE AND BEARING TO TARGET
Once you have positioned the cursor on your desired location press 'ENTER',
select "GOTO" and then press 'ENTER'.
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Fig. 3.2.1 - Navigation to a single destination
On the screen is shown a dotted line connecting the Target with the ship's position. When the Target is placed, all navigation data are referred to this Target.
3.2.2 TIME TO GO
When the Target is set the TTG value is displayed in the Text Area (see Fig. 3.2.1).
Otherwise select the Graphic Data Page where you can read TTG value:
Select Graphic Data Page: 'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATION DATA" + 'ENTER' + 'R
3.2.3 DELETING TARGET
Place cursor on Target icon then press 'S
stop of the navigation: press 'C
the screen.
ONFIRM
' and the symbol identifies Target disappears from
TOP
'. A window appears to confirm the
3.3 NAVIGATION ON A ROUTE
Sometimes it is preferable to define a series of locations, called Waypoints, in a
sequence called a route and navigate following a route towards its end point.
OAD
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3.3.1 ADDING WAYPOINT
To create a Waypoint place the cursor on position you want, press 'ENTER', select
"WAYPOINT", press 'ENTER' again. The Waypoint appears on the screen and this
becomes the first point on your first route. An info window containing route number,
data and time, Waypoint name, symbol and Latitude/Longitude is shown.
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3.3.2 CREATING A ROUTE
Repeat the "Adding Waypoint" procedure described in the previous Par. 3.3.1.
The sequence of moving the cursor and pressing 'ENTER' is continued to create the
route, until you have reached the last Waypoint, your final destination. Segments connecting the Waypoints are shown, and the starting point is identified by a circle surrounding
the first Waypoint of the route:
Fig. 3.3.2 - Route planning
3.3.3 DELETING WAYPOINT
Place the cursor on the Waypoint to be deleted:
Fig. 3.3.3 - Deleting Waypoint (I)
Press 'D
route, "are you sure you want to delete it?": press 'C
ELETE
'. A window is opened to advise that Waypoint is being used in a
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise). The
Waypoint is deleted and a new line between previous and next Waypoint is shown. The
deleted Waypoint remains shaded until the screen is redrawn.
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Fig. 3.3.3a - Deleting Waypoint (II)
3.3.4 DISTANCE AND BEARING TO TARGET
Once you have positioned the cursor on the desired starting Waypoint (it could be
the first Waypoint of the route or another one) press 'G
"GOTO" and then press 'ENTER'). A circle surrounds the Waypoint symbol. A dotted
line is shown, connecting the Target with the ship's position. When the Target is placed, all
navigation data are referred to this Target.
Fig. 3.3.4 - Selecting destination (Target)
The destination will automatically switch to the next Waypoint on the route when
you reach or pass the present destination.
OTO
' (or press 'ENTER', select
3.3.5 TIME TO GO
When the Target is set the TTG value is displayed in the Text Area. Otherwise
select the Graphic Data Page where you can read TTG value:
Select Graphic Data Page: 'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATION DATA" + 'ENTER' + 'R
3.3.6 DELETING TARGET
Place cursor on Target icon then press 'S
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'. A window appears to confirm the
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stop of the navigation: press 'C
ONFIRM
'. The symbol that identifies Target disappears from
the screen and the Waypoint remains.
3.4 C-MAP NT+ INFORMATION
As part of C-MAPs continuous Electronic Vector Chart product
development and improvement program, C-MAP NT+, a natural evolution of
our Electronic Chart technology, has been released.
The key points of NT+ can be divided into five main categories:
1. Coverage/Price
2. Chart/Display Presentation
3. New Features/Functions
4. Accessories
5. Compatibility
Looking at the chart displayed on the screen, you will see a variety of objects and
symbols. Refer to the Cartography Reference Guide for their explanation.
The display can be customized for your personal preferences and needs (see the
following paragraphes).
3.4.1 DISPLAY MODE
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "Display Mode" + 'ENTER'
To simplify the customization of the chart display, the map settings are now reorganized in modes allowing the user to choose the preferred setting. Pre-programmed
settings are user selectable from Full, Simple, Fishing, Low and Custom. The default
setting is Custom. The custom selection allows the user to customize the chart to users
preferences. The chart below shows the selections for each mode:
Setting Full Simple Fishing Low Custom
Names On On On Of f On
Nav-Aids INT INT INT INT INT
Light Sectors On Off Off Off On
Attention Areas On On On Off On
Tides & Currents On On Off Off On
Seabed Type On Of f On Off On
Ports & Services On On Off Off On
Tracks & Routes On Off Off Of f On
Underwater Objects On Off Off O ff On
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Depth Areas On On On Off On
Depth Areas > 0005 0005 0005 0005 00002 Mt
Depth Areas < 0030 0030 0030 0030 00009 Mt
Depth Lines & Soundings On On On Off On
Depth Lines & Soundings > 0000 0000 0000 0000 00000 Mt
Depth Lines & Soundings < 9999 0005 9999 0005 00305 Mt
Rivers & Lakes On On Off Off On
Natural Features On Off Of f O ff On
Cultural Features On O ff Off Off On
Landmarks On On Off O ff On
Lat/Lon Grid On O ff On Off On
Chart Boundaries On Auto O ff Off On
Cartography On On O ff On On
Mixing Levels On Off On Off On
Declutter Off On Off On O ff
3.4.2 CUSTOMIZE MAP
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER'
This function allows the user to customize the following selections and is divided
into the following setting menus: Marine Settings, Depth Settings, Land Settings and
Chart Settings. If any of the settings are changed while in the Customize Map mode,
when exiting the chartplotter will show a prompt Do you want to change Display Mode
to Custom?. Press 'C
Note
The Warning window appears only if Display Mode is not Custom.
ONFIRM
' to accept.
3.4.2.1 Marine Settings
The Marine Settings menu controls the display on the map of the marine features.
Names: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Names" + 'ENTER'
Nav-Aids: US/US Simple/INT/INT Simple/Off. The default setting is US. When se-
lected it affects Lights, Signals, Buoys & Beacons display.
- INT(ernational): Draws Nav-Aids using international symbology. All com-
ponents of Complex Objects are shown.
- INT(ernational) Simplified: Shows Complex Object with one icon only.
Non-complex Nav-Aids are shown using international symbology.
- US: Draw Nav-Aids using NOAA symbology. All components of Complex
Objects are shown.
- US Simplified: Shows Complex Object with one icon only. Non-complex
Nav-Aids are shown using NOAA symbology.
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- Off: Lights, Signals, Buoys & Beacons are no longer displayed on the charts.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Nav-Aids" + 'ENTER'
Light Sectors: On/Off. The default setting is On. Light Sectors are not displayed when
Nav-Aids option is set to Simplified or Off (the display of Light Sectors is decided by the
cartographic Library).
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Light Sectors" + 'ENTER'
Attention Areas: On/Off. The default setting is On. The Attention Areas will always be
contour only when On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Attention Areas" + 'ENTER'
Tides & Currents: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Tides & Currents" + 'ENTER'
Seabed Type: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Seabed Type" + 'ENTER'
Ports & Services: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Ports & Services" + 'ENTER'
Tracks & Routes: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + " MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Tracks & Routes" + 'ENTER'
3.4.2.2 Depth Settings
The Depth Settings menu controls the display on the map of the depth informations.
Depth Areas: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Depth Areas" + 'ENTER'
Depth Areas >: Sets a min reference depth value. The default setting is 5 Ft.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Depth Areas >" + 'ENTER'
Depth Areas <: Sets a max reference depth value. The default setting is 30 Ft.
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'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Depth Areas <" + 'ENTER'
Depth Lines & Sndgs: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Depth Lines & Sndgs" + 'ENTER'
Depth Lines & Sndgs >: Sets a min reference depth & soundings value. The default
setting is 0 Ft.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Depth Lines & Sndgs >" + 'ENTER'
Depth Lines & Sndgs <: Sets a max reference depth & soundings value. The default
setting is 09999 Ft.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Depth Lines & Sndgs <" + 'ENTER'
3.4.2.3 Land Settings
The Land Settings menu controls the display on the map of the terrestrial features.
Rivers & Lakes: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Rivers & Lakes" + 'ENTER'
Natural Features: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Natural Features" + 'ENTER'
Cultural Features: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Cultural Features" + 'ENTER'
Landmarks: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Landmarks" + 'ENTER'
3.4.2.4 Chart Settings
The Chart Settings menu controls the display on the map of the chart features.
Lat/Lon Grid: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Lat/Lon Grid" + 'ENTER'
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Chart Boundaries: On/Off/Auto. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Chart Boundaries" + 'ENTER'
Cartography: On/Off. The default setting is On. Used to zoom-in and pan everywhere
regardless the existence of data. While in "virtual cartography" (Cartography Off) by setting Cartography On from menu, the chartplotter displays the previous scale level with
charts. Again while in Cartography On, the chartplotter will work in the same way also
when you exit from the charts coverage, panning with the cursor or because of a ship
position change. When in Cartography Off, it is also possible to have virtual cartography
between two subsequent scale levels with charts.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Cartography" + 'ENTER'
Mixing Levels: On/Off. The default setting is Off. When the map coverage at the current
zoom level does not fill the entire screen, the chartplotter draws the rest of the map
expanding the cartographic information read from, at most, two zoom levels above the
current zoom level. For this reason the map is drawn three times: firstly it draws the two
levels before the current level and then the current level. The area covered by the cartographic data read from the previous levels is identified by a dotted pattern. When the
cursor is moved on an areanot covered by data of the current level and the Cartography
item is switched Off, the chartplotter zooms out to the first level covered by cartographic
data. When the Cartography item is switched On, the cursor can be moved on the areas
obtained from the previous levels but no information is provided on the objects found
on that area since it is considered not suitable for navigation at that scale level.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Mixing Levels" + 'ENTER'
Note
The Mixing Levels function works only with the new NT+ C-CARDs. It also affects the speed of the
redraw of the screen. If this function is not used it maybe disabled.
Declutter: On/Off. The default setting is Off. When it is On removes overlapping text
(e.g. Names, Spot Soundings etc.).
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
+ "Declutter" + 'ENTER'
3.4.3 GETTING AUTOMATIC INFO
The type of Automatic Info is user selectable.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Auto Info" + 'ENTER'
The possible settings are:
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- Off: disabled, no automatic info shown at all.
- On Points: only on points. This is the default setting.
- On All: on all objects (points, lines and areas).
The Automatic Info On Points shows information when the cursor is placed on
points (as Port Services, Tides, lights, wrecks, rocks, buoys, beacons, obstructions, land
markers, etc.). The Automatic Info On All shows information when the cursor is placed
on points, on lines (as Depth contours, Traffic Separation, Territorial Sea, Cartographic
Lines etc.) on areas (Depth, Built-up, Sea, Attention, Restricted etc.) and on names (on the
beginning of the text -hot spot- or on any of the characters of the name -name message
box-).
The details on Land, Source of Data, Cartographic Area and Spot Soundings are
not shown.
Fig. 3.4.3 - Automatic Info on Points window
If you press 'E
XPAND
' you get the information about that object.
Otherwise if you press 'EXP ALL' all available information about the cartographic
point under the cursor will be shown (see Par. 3.4.4).
3.4.4 INFO TREE AND EXPANDED INFO PAGE
This page combines the Info Tree and the Expanded Info pages; this gives the
advantage of showing the details of the object selected on the Info Tree while the cursor
is moving through the Info Trees items.
The upper side of the page contains the Info Tree and the Lower side contains the
expanded information. While moving the cursor through the Info Tree, all the relevant
information of the selected object is shown on the lower part of the page.
When the selected object is a Tide Height, pressing 'ENTER' the Tide page is
shown.
Pressing 'CLEAR' the page is closed.
If the information shown exceeds the page size, the user may scroll the page
down pressing 'P
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'. The 'H
OME
' restart the Expanded Info.
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3.4.5 INFO FUNCTION
Place the cursor in any place you want and press:
'MENU' + "INFO" + 'ENTER'
to show the Info Tree and Expanded Info page (see Par. 3.4.4).
3.4.6 GETTING PORT INFO
Upon viewing the chart of a port or harbour, you will see a Port Info icon that can
be clicked on to query the available information immediately displayed with many details.
The Port Info icon is visible only if the Ports & Services option is On (default setting).
Fig. 3.4.6 - Port Info icon
The available information is shown in the Automatic Info window where icons
of the available services are shown:
Fig. 3.4.6a - Automatic Info window
To expand information about that object press 'E
XPAND
able information for that cartographic point press 'EXP ALL'.
3.4.7 GETTING TIDE INFO
When you will see a Tide Info icon you can click on it to query the available
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information that will immediately be displayed.
Fig. 3.4.7 - Tide Info icon
Place the cursor on the Tide symbol, a Automatic Info window is opened:
Fig. 3.4.7a - Automatic Info on Tide
To display the Tide Graph page, press 'E
XPAND
' (otherwise, press 'EXP ALL' to
select all available information).
Fig. 3.4.7b - Tide Graph
It is possible to move the cursor anywhere on the graph and display the time,
height (vertical cursor) and draught (horizontal cursor) on a particular graph point. Also
use 'ZOOM IN' or 'ZOOM OUT' to go to previous or next day and 'ENTER' to set date
(move the joystick up/down to insert the desired number and use it left/right to move
cursor to left/right).
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Note
Tide graphs are an approximation of the tide and they should be used in conjunction with traditional tide
tables and navigational methods.
3.4.8 FIND FUNCTION
The chartplotter allows finding Port Services, Port, Tide Stations, Wrecks, Ob-
structions, Cursor, Coordinates and User Points.
3.4.8.1 Finding Port Services
To locate and display the nearest available facilities of a particular type (i.e. the
nearest Hospital, sailmaker, bank, etc.).
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT SERVICES" + 'ENTER'
The icons of the available services are shown. Select any facility and press 'ENTER'
or 'F
IND
'. The list of the nearest ports (up to 10) containing the facility will be shown on the
screen. Then choose the port you want and press 'ENTER' or 'F
3.4.8.2 Finding Nearest Ports
Shows the list of all (max 8 ports) placed near the cursor position.
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT" + 'ENTER'
Select the port. Press 'ENTER' or 'F
IND
' to locate it.
Finding All Ports
To show the list of all ports stored on the C-CARD and to locate them on the map follow
the procedure:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT" + 'ENTER' + 'P
ORTS
Select the port and 'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM OUT' to select next/previous page. Press 'ENTER'
or 'F
IND
' to locate the selected port on the map.
Note
A Warning message is shown if there is no C-CARD inserted or there are no ports on the C-CARD.
IND
'.
'
Searching by name
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT" + 'ENTER' + 'P
Insert port name (max 15 characters). Press 'C
ONFIRM
ORTS
' + 'N
AME
'
' or 'ENTER' to accept; press 'C
ANCEL
'
or 'CLEAR' to cancel name entry. If inserted name is found, the list with all ports containing the inserted name is shown. Repeat the operation to refine search or move through the
list. Press 'ENTER' to locate the port on the map.
Note
A Warning message is shown when the inserted name is not in the ports list.
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Searching by list
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT" + 'ENTER' + 'P
ORTS
' + 'L
IST
'
Rebuild and display the complete ports list. Select the port and 'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM
OUT' to select next/previous page. Press 'ENTER' or 'F
IND
' to locate the selected port on
the map.
3.4.8.3 Finding Tide Stations
Finds the nearest Tide Stations (up to 10) on the map, from the boat position if a valid fix is received - or from the cursor position - if the received fix position is not
good.
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "TIDE STATIONS" + 'ENTER'
A new window will appear in few seconds. Choose the Tide Stations you want
and press 'ENTER' or 'F
IND
' to display the Tide Graph page (see Par. 3.4.7b). Press
'CLEAR' to display the Tide Station chosen.
3.4.8.4 Finding Wrecks
Searches for Nearest Wrecks:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "WRECKS" + 'ENTER'
Select the port and 'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM OUT' to select next/previous page.
Press 'ENTER' or 'F
IND
' to locate the selected Wreck on the map.
3.4.8.5 Finding Obstructions
Searches for Nearest Obstructions:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "OBSTRUCTIONS" + 'ENTER'
Select the port and 'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM OUT' to select next/previous page.
Press 'ENTER' or 'F
IND
' to locate the selected Obstruction.
3.4.8.6 Finding Cursor
Centers the cursor on the screen:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "CURSOR" + 'ENTER'
3.4.8.7 Finding Coordinates
Allows to enter LAT/LON to locate a cartographic point:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "COORDINATES" + 'ENTER'
3.4.8.8 Finding User Points
Searches the User Points by name:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
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For the Experienced User
Now you have had a chance to became familiar with your new chartplotter, there
are a great number of advanced features that you will find helpful.
4.1 MORE ABOUT CREATING AND USING ROUTES
At anytime, you may add or delete Waypoints, see a route summary, reverse the
direction of the route or erase the entire route.
4.1.1 ROUTES
The following functions are used for the route management.
4.1.1.1 Selecting route menu
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "SELECT" + 'ENTER'
Fig. 4.1.1.1 - Select route window
Selecting route
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "SELECT" + 'ENTER' + select the route number + 'S
The route, shown by straight segments, is centered on the screen, with the cursor on the
central Waypoint.
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Editing notes
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "SELECT" + 'ENTER' + 'N
OTES
'
Another window is shown: insert the notes (this is allowed only if you have already
created a route). Press 'ENTER' to confirm ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
Change Color
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "SELECT" + 'ENTER' + 'C
OLOR
'
Another window is shown: choose the color for Mark, Waypoint and Event. Press 'ENTER'
to confirm ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
4.1.1.2 Deleting route
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE" + 'ENTER'
A window is opened: press 'C
ONFIRM
' to delete ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise). The route
remains on the screen shaded until the screen is redrawn.
4.1.1.3 Finding information on a route: Route Report
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "REPORT" + 'ENTER'
Fig. 4.1.1.3 - Route Data Report page
If there are more than six Waypoints shown, select another page.
Changing Speed & Fuel values
ROUTE DATA REPORT page: 'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "REPORT" + 'ENTER'
It is possible to modify the Speed and Fuel consumption values, respectly by pressing
'S
PEED
' and 'F
UEL
'. Insert value and pressing 'ENTER'.
Reversing route
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "REPORT" + 'ENTER' + 'R
EVERSE
'
Reversing a route plan is most typically used to return to the point where the route
originally started.
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4.1.1.4 Selection Route Legs Color
'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "COLOR" + 'ENTER'
A window with 16 different colors appears. Select the route legs color and press
'A
CCEPT
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
4.1.2 WAYPOINTS
You may add Waypoints, delete Waypoints from a route, move any Waypoint in
the route to another location, insert a Waypoint between two existing ones, find any
Waypoint at anytime. Every time you place the cursor on a Waypoint the following functions are available.
4.1.2.1 Adding Waypoint
'ENTER' + "WAYPOINT" + 'ENTER'
The Waypoint appears on the screen on the cursor position. An info window is
shown containing route number, data and time, Waypoint name, symbol and Latitude/
Longitude, information on previous and - if the Waypoint is not the last of the route also on the next Waypoint. To create a route inserting additional Waypoints repeat the
above described sequence.
4.1.2.2 Moving Waypoint
Add Waypoint ('ENTER' + "WAYPOINT" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Waypoint
Press 'M
position, is shown:
OVE
'. Move the cursor: a dotted line, connecting the Waypoint to the new
To place the Waypoint in the new position, choose the new place and press
'A
CCEPT
' ('C
ANCEL
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Fig. 4.1.2.2 - Moving Waypoint function (I)
' otherwise). The "old" Waypoint remains shaded until the screen is redrawn.
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Fig. 4.1.2.2a - Moving Waypoint function (II)
4.1.2.3 Deleting Waypoint
Add Waypoint ('ENTER' + "WAYPOINT" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Waypoint
Fig. 4.1.2.3 - Deleting Waypoint (I)
Press 'D
used in a route, are you sure you want to delete it?: press 'C
ELETE
'. A Warning message is shown to advise that Waypoint is currently
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise). The
Waypoint is deleted and a new line between previous and next Waypoint is shown. The
deleted Waypoint remains shaded until the screen is redrawn.
Fig. 4.1.2.3a - Deleting Waypoint (II)
4.1.2.4 Editing Waypoint
Add Waypoint ('ENTER' + "WAYPOINT" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Waypoint
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Press 'E
DIT
' to modify a Waypoint. A window will be shown with Name, Symbol,
Color and Latitude/Longitude of the Waypoint, advicing about what Waypoint data are
modifiable.
Fig. 4.1.2.4 - Edit Waypoint
Select the field. If you have selected Name field, press 'ENTER': insert the character (8 characters max), then press 'ENTER'. If Symbol field is selected press 'ENTER': a
window with 16 different symbols appears:
Fig. 4.1.2.4a - Waypoint symbols
Select the symbol and press 'ENTER'. If you have selected Color field, press
'ENTER': a window with 16 different colors appears. Select the color and press 'ENTER'.
If select Coordinates field, press 'ENTER' and then insert the value. Then press 'A
CCEPT
'.
4.1.2.5 Goto
Add Waypoint ('ENTER' + "WAYPOINT" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Waypoint
Press 'G
OTO
': a circle encloses the Waypoint symbol. On the screen a straight line is
shown, connecting the Target with the ship's position. When the Target is placed, all
navigation data are referred to this Target.
4.1.2.6 Inserting Waypoint
Every time you place the cursor on the segment connecting two existing Waypoints
of a route the following function is available.
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Place cursor on route leg
Fig. 4.1.2.6 - Placing Waypoint between two existing ones (I)
Press 'I
NSERT
'. The line between the two Waypoints is turned into a dotted line:
move the cursor to the new position. When the cursor is stationary for one second or two,
the line will "rubber-band", drawing a dotted line between the last Waypoint and the
cursor, and another dotted line between the cursor and the next Waypoint:
Fig. 4.1.2.6a - Placing Waypoint between two existing ones (II)
Once you have positioned the cursor at new location, press 'A
Fig. 4.1.2.6b - Placing Waypoint between two existing ones (III)
4.1.2.7 Finding Waypoint
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
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A window is opened to find a stored Waypoint by entering its label:
Fig. 4.1.2.7 - Finding Waypoint function (I)
Insert the name and press 'C
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise). For example, if the
inserted name is W001, the cursor is placed on this Waypoint, and the info window is
shown:
Fig. 4.1.2.7a - Finding Waypoint function (II)
4.1.2.8 Finding information about Waypoints: User Points List page
'MENU' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
A full window is opened showing information about all stored User Points.
Select the User Point you wish. If the page contains more than 8 User Points, the list
continues in the next pages.
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In the list to identify the current Target a circle encloses the User Point symbol.
Viewing User Points in map display
'MENU' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
Press 'V
IEW
'. The chartplotter exits from the User Points List page and redraws the chart.
The selected point appears, with the cursor placed on it. Press 'CLEAR' to exit and return
to User Points List page.
Finding User Points in the User Point List
'MENU' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
Press 'F
IND
'. A window appears: insert the name. Press 'ENTER': in the User Points List
page, the chartplotter shows the Waypoint, in reverse video screen.
Deleting User Points
'MENU' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
Press 'D
ELETE
'. A warning message is shown; press 'C
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' othewise).
Deleting all stored User Points
'MENU' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
Press 'DEL ALL'. A warning message is shown, press 'C
Note
If you try to delete any User Point used as Target a Warning window will appear, advicing that the User
Point belongs to an active route and cannot be deleted.
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
4.2 USING MARKS & EVENTS
You may tag a location on the chart with a Mark symbol and number, which you
can record for later use. Every time you place the cursor on a Mark the automatic info on
Mark is shown together with the soft keys with the functions applicable to the Mark. You
may place a Mark at your cursor position, while Event is created at your vessel position.
4.2.1 MARKS
You may tag a location on the chart with a Mark symbol and number, which you
can record for later use. Every time you place the cursor on a Mark the following functions
are available.
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4.2.1.1 Adding Mark
'ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER'
The new Mark appears on your cursor position. An info window containing
Mark name, symbol and Latitude/Longitude is shown.
4.2.1.2 Moving Mark
Add Mark ('ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Mark
Press 'M
OVE
'. By moving the cursor, a dotted line connecting the Mark with the
new position is shown:
Fig. 4.2.1.2 - Moving Mark function (I)
Press 'A
CCEPT
':
Fig. 4.2.1.2a - Moving Mark function (II)
The Mark is placed in the new position, the "old" Mark, remains on the screen
shaded until the screen is redrawn.
4.2.1.3 Deleting Mark
Add Mark ('ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Mark
Press 'D
ELETE
': a window to confirm the deletion is shown. Press 'C
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
'
otherwise): the Mark remains on the screen shaded until the next screen is redrawn.
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4.2.1.4 Editing Mark
Add Mark ('ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Mark
Press 'E
DIT
'. A window appears to modify Name, Symbol, Color and coordinates
of the existing Mark.
Fig. 4.2.1.3 - Graphic symbol setting
Select the field. If you have selected Name field, press 'ENTER': insert the character (8 characters max), then press 'ENTER'. If Symbol field is selected press 'ENTER': a
window with 16 different symbols appears. Select the symbol and press 'ENTER'. If you
have selected Color field, press 'ENTER': a window with 16 different colors appears. Select
the color and press 'ENTER'. If Coordinates field is selected, press 'ENTER' and then
insert the value. Then press 'A
CCEPT
'.
4.2.1.5 Goto
Add Mark ('ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER') or Place cursor on existing Mark
Press 'G
OTO
': a circle encloses the Mark symbol. A straight line is shown on the
screen connecting the Target with the ship's position. When the Target is placed, all navigation data are referred to this Target.
4.2.1.6 Finding Mark
FIND function: 'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
A window is opened to find a stored Mark by entering its label. Insert the name
and press 'C
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
4.2.1.7 Finding information about Marks: User Points List page
User Point List page: 'MENU' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
A full window is opened showing information about all stored User Points
(Marks, Events and Waypoints). Select the User Point you wish. If the page contains more
than 8 User Points, the list continues in the next pages. See Par. 4.1.2.8.
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4.2.2 EVENTS
In Navigate mode you may place a location with an Event symbol and number,
directly on the ship's position. Move the cursor to exit from Navigate mode; place the
cursor on an Event to access the following functions.
4.2.2.1 Adding Event
Select Navigate mode: 'MENU' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER', then 'ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER'
An Event is placed directly on the ship's position.
4.2.2.2 Deleting Event
Place cursor on existing Event
Press 'D
ELETE
': a window to confirm the deletion is shown. Press 'C
otherwise): the Event remains on the screen shaded until the next screen is redrawn.
Note
If you try to delete any User Point used as Target a Warning window will appear, advicing that the User
Point belongs to an active route and cannot be deleted.
4.2.2.3 Editing Event
Place cursor on existing Event
Press 'E
DIT
'. A window appears to modify Name, Symbol and Color of the
existing Event.
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
'
Fig. 4.2.2.3 - Editing Event
Select the field. If you have selected Name field, press 'ENTER': insert the character (8 characters max), then press 'ENTER'. If Symbol field is selected press 'ENTER': a
window with 16 different symbols appears. Select the symbol and press 'ENTER'. If you
have selected Color field, press 'ENTER': a window with 16 different colors appears. Select
the color and press 'ENTER'. If Coordinates field is selected, press 'ENTER' and then
insert the value. Then press 'A
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4.2.2.4 Goto
Place cursor on existing Event
Press 'G
OTO
': a circle encloses the Event symbol. A straight line is shown connecting the Target with the ship's position. When the Target is placed, all navigation data are
referred to this Target.
4.2.2.5 Finding Event
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
A window is opened to find a stored Event by entering its label. Insert the name
and press 'C
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
4.2.2.6 Finding information about Events: List User Points page
'MENU' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
A full window is opened showing information about all stored User Points
(Marks, Events and Waypoints). Select the User Point you wish. If the page contains more
than 8 User Points, the list continues in the next pages. See Par. 4.1.2.8.
4.3 R/B FUNCTION
Selects the Range and Bearing, R/B, function.
4.3.1 INSERTING R/B
'ENTER' + "R/B" + 'ENTER'
A dotted line and a circle appears on the screen. A window with the DST and BRG
values is shown. The origin of the line and the circle's centre is the cursor position: move
the dotted line in any direction you choose; in the same time the radius changes. Press
'A
CCEPT
' to confirm ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
4.3.2 DELETING R/B
'ENTER' + "R/B" + 'ENTER' + 'A
Press 'D
ELETE
' to delete the line and the circle.
CCEPT
'
4.3.3 EDITING R/B
'ENTER' + "R/B" + 'ENTER' + 'A
Press 'E
DIT
' to modify the line direction and the circle' radius. Move the dotted line
in any direction you choose; in the same time the radius changes. Press 'A
('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
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'
CCEPT
' to confirm
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4.4 USING THE TRACK FUNCTIONS
The chartplotter can be set up for recording your track as you move and for
plotting this track on the chart.
4.4.1 ENABLING TRACK STORING
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "ACTIVATE" + 'ENTER'
To enable the track storing. It is not possible to use the track storing if you are not
receiving a valid fix.
When track storing is activated, to disable:
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "DEACTIVATE" + 'ENTER'
4.4.2 DELETING TRACK
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE" + 'ENTER'
Deletes all the track or part of it. 'B
EGIN
', 'END' and 'W
HOLE
' allow to identify the
start or the end point of the segment to delete.
4.4.3 TRACK SETTING MENU
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER'
Fig. 4.4.3 - Track Settings menu
4.4.3.1 Selecting Active Track
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER' + "ACTIVE TRACK" + 'ENTER'
Select the number of the active track. The default setting is 1.
4.4.3.2 Displaying Track
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER' + "DISPLAY MODE" + 'ENTER'
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Set the displaying of the past course Visible or Hidden. The default setting is
Visible.
4.4.3.3 Selecting Track Color
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER' + "COLOR" + 'ENTER'
Press 'ENTER' as many times as needed to select the color for the selected track.
4.4.3.4 Selecting Track memorizing type
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER' + "RECORDING MODE" + 'ENTER'
Choose Distance (the chartplotter can store a fix when the distance from its last
stored position is greater than a defined distance) or Time (the chartplotter can store a fix
after a defined time). The default setting is Time.
4.4.3.5 Selecting Time Step
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER' + "TIME STEP" + 'ENTER'
When the tracking function is On and the type of track storing is Time, the
chartplotter can store a fix after a defined time. Choose among 1, 5, 10, 30 sec, 1 min. The
default setting is 1 sec.
4.4.3.6 Selecting Distance Step
'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER' + "DISTANCE STEP" + 'ENTER'
When the tracking function is On and the type of track storing is Distance, you
can store a fix when the distance from its last stored position is greater than a defined
distance. Choose in the range 0.01, 0.05, 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, 10.0 Nm (the distance unit
is selected by the user, see Cap. 5). The default setting is 0.01 Nm.
4.5 PAN FUNCTION
It is possible to select the pan function; pan allows you to shift area around the
cursor or a remote position to the centre of the screen.
4.5.1 MOVING CURSOR TO THE CENTER OF THE SCREEN
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "CURSOR" + 'ENTER'
The screen is redrawn, the cursor with the location you want to see will shift to the
center of the screen:
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Fig. 4.5.1 - PAN on CURSOR function
4.5.2 PLACING CURSOR ON COORDINATES
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "COORDINATES" + 'ENTER'
Fig. 4.5.2 - PAN on COORDINATES function
Modify coordinates and press 'C
ONFIRM
' ('C
ANCEL
' otherwise).
4.6 USER C-CARD MENU
The chartplotter allows to copy information to an User C-CARD. You can also
return the information to internal memory at a later time. This allows virtually unlimited
storage.
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER'
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4.6.1 SAVING FILE
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'S
A window is opened to insert the file name and the type of data to save:
Fig. 4.6 - User C-CARD Menu
AVE
'
Fig. 4.6.1 - Save File function (I)
Choose the type of data to save by pressing the related 'M
or 'T
RACKS
'. Then on the screen appears:
Choose the file name. At first a default name is shown: insert the name. Press
'ENTER'.
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Fig. 4.6.1a - Save File function (II)
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', 'E
VENTS
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Note
When naming a file, you may have trouble finding a name that uniquely identifies the file's contents.
Dates, for example, are often used in filenames; however, they take up several characters, leaving you
with little flexibility. The secret is to find a compromise, a point where you can combine a date with a
word, creating a unique filename. The maximum length of the filename is 8 characters. The characters
may be numbers (0, ..., 9), letters (A, ..., Z) and spaces (for example legal identifiers are "ABC",
"AA", "12121212", "A B C", "1 A 1", and so on.
4.6.2 LOADING FILE
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'L
Before pressing 'L
OAD
', choose the file name in the list shown.
OAD
'
4.6.3 DELETING FILE
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'D
Remove old or unnecessary files to clean up your User C-CARD. Remember that
this option permanently erases the file.
ELETE
'
4.6.4 USER C-CARD
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'C
ARTR
.'
Fig. 4.6.4 - C-CARD functions
4.6.4.1 Reading the User C-CARD Directory
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'C
ARTR
.' + 'R
EAD
'
The list of the files present on the User C-CARD inserted into the slot appears.
4.6.4.2 Selecting slot
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'C
ARTR
.' + 'S
LOT
'
Selects the desired slot where to insert the User C-CARD. If the User C-CARD is
not present in the selected slot, a warning message appears.
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4.6.4.3 Formatting User C-CARD
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'C
ARTR
.' + 'F
ORMAT
'
The format of User C-CARD must be done before using a new User C-CARD:
this operation prepares the User C-CARD to receive and store information.
4.6.4.4 Ordering the User C-CARD Directory
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'C
ARTR
.' + 'S
ORT BY
'
It is possible to order the file directory. This is possible in three different modes:
- Press 'N
- Press 'T
- Press 'T
AME
' to order by the filename;
IME
' to order by the time of file creation;
YPE
' to order by the type of data.
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5
Terms & Functions
This section explains the terms that may be unfamiliar to the reader. The symbol
n indicates that the term is followed only by an explanation, while the symbol indicates
that the term is more widely explained; you will also find a briefly description on how to
select the related menu option, listing the operation a keys sequence with the menu names
enclosed between double apices. For example 'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' +
"USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' means that you must press 'MENU', select the DISPLAY
menu and press 'ENTER' to access it; then select the USER POINTS item and then press
'ENTER' to enable or disable the User Points.
About (page)
Selects a page that gives information on software and cartography version and general software specification (as user
points number, routes number and so on). For more information see Par. 1.3.
'MENU' + "About..." + 'ENTER'
Additional Second Factor (ASF)
Sets the ASF for the slave in the selected chain. The default setting is 0.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Coordinate System" + 'ENTER' + "TD" + 'ENTER' + "ASF1/2" + 'ENTER'
Advanced (menu)
Selects the Input/Output menu, the Fix & Compass menu and the Simulation Mode menu.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER'
Alarms (menu)
Turns On/Off the Auto Off and sets the desired value for the Arrival Alarm, XTE Alarm, Anchor Alarm, Depth
Alarm. Also you can set the preferred value for the Grounding Alarm, Grounding Depth Limit, Grounding Alarm
Range, Grounding Alarm Report.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER'
Alter = Alternate Solution
Turns On/Off the Alternate Solution in the chain. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Coordinate System" + 'ENTER' + "TD" + 'ENTER' + "Alter" + 'ENTER'
Altitude Unit
Sets the altitude (altitude of GPS Antenna on the medium sea level) unit among Ft = Feet, FL = Flight Level and
Mt = Meters. The default setting is Ft.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Altitude Unit" + 'ENTER'
Anchor Alarm
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the anchor circle, the chartplotter emits a beep and a pop-up window is opened. You can disable (Off) the Anchor
Alarm or insert value. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "Anchor Alarm" + 'ENTER'
Arrival Alarm
Specifies the radius of a circle around the Waypoint of a route: when your vessel reaches this circle the alarm sounds.
You can disable (Off) the Arrival Alarm or insert value. The default setting is 1.00 Nm.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "Arrival Alarm" + 'ENTER'
n Arrival Time
The estimated time of day you will reach your destination, based on your current speed and track from GPS.
Attention Areas
Enables by filling area (On) or disables (Off) the displaying of the Attention Areas (areas in which special attention
by the mariner is required, because of natural or man-made hazards, or sailing regulations and restrictions). Moreover
a special symbol (!) is placed inside the area selecting On option. This is valid also for the categories: FISHING
FACILITY, MARINE FARM/CULTURE, MILITARY PRACTICE AREA, RESTRICTED AREA, SEAPLANE
LANDING AREA. When the area is small, it is identified only by the boundary. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Attention Areas" + 'ENTER'
Auto Info
The type of Automatic Info is user selectable. The possible settings are: Off: disabled, no automatic info shown at
all. On Points: only on points. On All: on all objects (points, lines and areas). The default setting is On Points.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Auto Info" + 'ENTER'
Auto Off
You can enable (On) or disable (Off) the automatic shutdown of the alarms when the alarm condition disappears.
The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "Auto Off" + 'ENTER'
n Azimuth
The angular measurement from the horizon to a satellite or another object.
n Bathymetric Lines
Imaginary lines connecting points of equal water depth.
n Beacon
A prominent, specially constructed object forming a conspicuous vertical mark as a fixed aid to navigation.
Bearing
Selects either degrees magnetic, Auto Mag, or degrees true, True. If magnetic readings are selected the variation is
computed automatically for every zone as soon as the chart is displayed. The default setting is Auto Mag.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS" + 'ENTER' + "Bearing" + 'ENTER'
n BRG = Bearing
It is the angle between the North (True or Magnetic) and a destination. It represents the direction to follow.
n Buoy
A floating object moored to the sea bottom in a particular (charted) place, as an aid to navigation.
n Buoys & Beacons
Buoys and Beacons are used to indicate to mariners recommended or established routes, underwater dangers,
restrictions and regulations. They can be lighted or not and are coloured according to their international code.
Calibrate Compass
The variation table is used to match magnetic value readout on the chartplotter comparable with the value given by
the compass of the boat. In other words, since the compass of the boat must be compensated (due to the iron
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masses, ...), we use the same values given by the chartplotter. This means that, for example, if the BRG to the next
Waypoint readout in the chartplotter display is "X" Mag degree, if you steer the boat reading "X" Mag degree from the
compass, you are driving well toward the next Waypoint.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS" + 'ENTER' + "CALIBRATE COMPASS" + 'ENTER'
Cartography
Turns On/Off the Cartography. Used to zoom-in and pan everywhere regardless the existence of data. While in
"virtual cartography" (Cartography Off) by setting Cartography On from menu, the chartplotter displays the previous
scale level with charts. Again while in Cartography On, the chartplotter will work in the same way also when you
exit from the charts coverage, panning with the cursor or because of a ship position change. When in Cartography
Off, it is also possible to have virtual cartography between two subsequent scale levels with charts. The default
setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Cartography" + 'ENTER'
CDI Scale
Select your preferred CDI (Course Deviation Indicator) Scale among 0.2, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 10.0 Nm by using the
joystick and then press 'ENTER'. The default setting is 10.0 Nm.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATION DATA" or "3D ROAD" + 'ENTER' then:
'MENU' + "NAV DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "CDI Scale" + 'ENTER'
Chain
Selects the desired chain. The LORAN chains are groups of transmitting stations that use timed radio pulse
transmissions. In each of these chains there is a master station and two or more slave or secondary stations. Stations
belonging to a same chain transmit pulses in timing groups: a different time base identifies each chain. The time base
of each chain is the Group Repetition Interval or GRI. This GRI identifies the chain in unique mode. For example
the GRI = 4990 identifies the chain of Central Pacific zone. The default setting is 9970.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Coordinate System" + 'ENTER' + "TD" + 'ENTER' + "Chain" + 'ENTER'
Chart Boundaries
Enables (On) or disables (Off) the displaying of the Chart Boundaries. Selecting Auto instead, if we are in
background charts only the first charts level contained in the C-CARD are displayed, if we are in a charts level
contained in the C-CARD the next four charts level are displayed. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Chart
Boundaries" + 'ENTER'
Chart Display
Selects the screen configuration with charts and Text Area, that is shown on the top of the screen (see Par. 3.1).
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "CHART DISPLAY" + 'ENTER'
Chart Settings (menu)
Turns On/Off the display of coordinates (Lat/Lon Grid), Chart Boundaries, Cartography, Mixing Levels and
Declutter.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
n COG = Course Over Ground
Direction of the path over ground actually followed by a vessel.
Color Selection
Selects ROUTE legs color: 'MENU' + "ROUTE" + "COLOR" + 'ENTER'
Selects TRACK color: 'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER' + "COLOR" + 'ENTER'
Selects USER POINTS color: cursor on User Point + 'E
DIT
' + "COLOR" + 'ENTER'
Compute Correction
Corrects fixes from the positioning instrument. By placing the cursor on the ship's real position and selecting this
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option, the error is calculated and internally memorized for appropriate correction, but not applied.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS + 'ENTER' + "Compute Correction" + 'ENTER'
Coordinate System
Sets your preferred Coordinate System among ddd mm ss, ddd mm.mm, ddd mm.mmm, UTM, OSGB, TD. The
default setting is ddd mm.mmm.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Coordinate System" + 'ENTER'
Coordinates
Places cursor on the inserted coordinates.
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "COORDINATES" + 'ENTER'
n Correction
To compute fix error in automatic mode, place cursor on ship's real position and then follow the procedure
(Compute Correction). It is also possible to compute the fix error in manual mode (Correction Offset). Once you
computed the error, you can turn the Fix Correction On or Off.
Correction Offset
Manual correction of fix position.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS" + 'ENTER' + "Correction Offset" + 'ENTER'
Course Line
Disables (Off) or sets time as : 2, 10, 30 min, 1, 2 hours, Infinite. The default setting is Infinite.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Course Line" + 'ENTER'
n Cross Track error = XTE
The distance from the ship's present position to the closest point on a line between the origin and destinations
Waypoints of the navigation leg being traveled.
n CTS = Course To Steer
The optimum direction the boat should be steered in order to efficiently make headway back to the courseline while
also proceeding toward the destination Waypoint.
Cultural Features
Enables (On) or disables (Off) the displaying of the Cultural Features (any man-made topographic feature as builtup area, buildings, roads, ...). The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER" + "Cultural
Features" + 'ENTER'
n Current
Non-periodical movement of sea-water, generally horizontal, due to many causes such as different temperatures and
prevalent winds. Some may be temporary, others permanent.
Cursor
Sets cursor to the centre of the screen.
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "CURSOR" + 'ENTER'
Cursor Control
Enables (On)/disables (Off) the cursor control. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION MODE" + 'ENTER' + "Cursor Control" + 'ENTER'
Cursor Speed
Selects the preferred speed (among Low, Medium and High) for cursor in Chart or in Menu. The default setting is
Medium.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + Cursor Speed" + 'ENTER'
Cursor Window
Enables (On) or disables (Off) the display of the cursor window on the screen. The default setting is On.
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'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Cursor Window" + 'ENTER'
Customize Map (menu)
Allows the user to customize the following selections and is divided into the following setting menus: Marine
Settings, Depth Settings, Land Settings and Chart Settings.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER'
Data Window Mode
Customizes the Text Area layout among Full Screen, Text Area with 5 boxes and Text Area with 8 boxes. The default
setting is 5 Boxes.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Data Window Mode" + 'ENTER'
Date (Simulation)
Sets the date of the simulated fix.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION MODE" + 'ENTER' + "Date" + 'ENTER'
Date Format
Sets you preferred date between MM-DD-YY (month-day-year) and DD-MM-YY (day-month-year). The default
setting is MM-DD-YY.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Date Format" + 'ENTER'
n Datum
The Latitude and Longitude lines printed on any map are based on certain models of the shape of the earth: these
models are called Datum or Coordinate Systems. There are many different Datum in use, each one gives different
Lat/Lon positions for an identical point on the surface of the earth.
Declutter
Turns On/Off. When it is On removes overlapping text (e.g. Names, Spot Soundings etc.). The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Declutter"
+ 'ENTER'
n Dedicated key
A key with permanently defined function. These keys are labelled on the front panel of the chartplotter.
n Default
Indicates a value or a setting which is used if the user has not defined a particular value. You can modify this value
using the menu settings.
Depth Alarm
Turns On/Off the Depth Alarm. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ALARM" + 'ENTER' + "Depth Alarm" + 'ENTER'
Depth Areas
Turns On/Off the displaying of Depth Areas (imaginary lines connecting points of equal water depth). The default
setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Depth
Areas" + 'ENTER'
Depth Areas <
Sets a min reference depth value. The default setting is 5 Ft.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Depth
Areas <" + 'ENTER'
Depth Areas >
Sets a max reference depth value. The default setting is 30 Ft.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Depth
Areas >" + 'ENTER'
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n Depth Contours
Imaginary lines connecting points of equal water depth (see also Bathymetric Lines).
Depth Lines & Soundings
Turns On/Off the displaying of Depth Lines and Soundings. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Depth
Lines & Sndgs" + 'ENTER'
Depth Lines & Soundings <
Sets a max reference depth & soundings value. The default setting is 09999 Ft.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Depth
Lines & Sndgs <" + 'ENTER'
Depth Lines & Soundings >
Sets a min reference depth & soundings value. The default setting is 0 Ft.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Depth
Lines & Sndgs >" + 'ENTER'
Depth Settings (menu)
The Depth Settings menu controls the display on the map of the depth informations. The available options are:
Depth Areas, Depth Areas <, Depth Areas >, Depth Lines & Soundings, Depth Lines & Soundings <, Depth Lines
& Soundings >.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
Depth Graph
Selects the Depth Graph in split mode.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH GRAPH" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'D
EPTH
1' (if it is present)
Fig. 5 - The Depth Graph
Depth Graph Full
Selects the Depth Graph at full screen.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH GRAPH FULL" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'D
EPTH
2' (if it is present)
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Fig. 5a - The Depth Graph at full page
Depth Unit
Sets the depth units among Ft = Feet, FM = Fathoms and Mt = Meters. The default setting is Ft.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Depth Unit" + 'ENTER'
n DGPS = Differential GPS
Provides even greater positioning accuracy than standard GPS.
DGPS Input
Selects the desired Baud Rate between 4800 and 9600.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' + "DGPS Input" + 'ENTER'
Display (menu)
Display Menu allows you to change how the chartplotter displays information. Turns On/Off the display of
External Waypoint and Cursor Window; selects the desired setting for Auto Info, Data Window Mode, Palette, Map
Orientation, Course Line, Coordinate System, Map Datum, Fix Datum, User Points and Screen Amplifier. It is
possible to select this menu only when the active page is the Chart Display or the Depth Graph (in split mode). So
firstly select one of these pages and then:
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER'
Display Mode
To simplify the customization of the chart display, the map settings are now re-organized in modes allowing the user
to choose the preferred setting. Pre-programmed settings are user selectable from Full, Simple, Fishing, Low and
Custom. The default setting is Custom (this selection allows the user to customize the chart to users preferences).
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "Display Mode" + 'ENTER'
Dist & Speed Units
Sets the Distance Unit and the Speed Unit.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Dist & Speed Units" + 'ENTER'
Distance Unit
Sets the distance unit among Nm = nautical miles, Sm = status miles e Km = kilometers. The default setting is Nm.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Dist & Speed Units" + 'ENTER'
n DTG = Distance To Go
The actual distance to reach the Target.
Event
User Point that refers to the ship's position. It is simply a way of marking where the boat is (see Par. 4.2).
Inserting Event: 'MENU' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' + 'ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER'
Deleting Event: Place cursor on existing Event + 'D
Editing Event: Place cursor on existing Event + 'E
ELETE
DIT
'
' + 'C
ONFIRM
'
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External Waypoint
The coordinates of a Waypoint, received from a GPS or a LORAN connected to the chartplotter, can be stored into
the chartplotter, if the GPS or the Loran are NMEA-0183 protocol compatible and support the $BWC sentence (this
symbol remains on the screen for 30 seconds). You may save it by placing a Waypoint or a Mark onto that symbol.
As soon as the chartplotter receives another $BWC sentence with the coordinates of a new Waypoint, the symbol
moves to the new point. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "External WPT" + 'ENTER'
n File
It is a collection of information (of the same type) stored on a User C-CARD. Each file must have a unique name,
ideally one that describes its contents. Filenames are kept in a directory on each User C-CARD (see Par. 4.6).
Find (menu)
Finds the desired position or object (see Port Services, Port, Tide Stations, Wrecks, Obstructions, Cursor, Coordinates and User Points).
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER'
Fix & Compass (menu)
Turns On/Off the Fix Correction, the Position Filter and the Speed Filter, enables the Compute Correction and
Correction Offset functions, sets the desired value for Bearing , Magnetic Variation and Static Navigation, and selects
the Calibrate Compass page.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS + 'ENTER'
Fix Correction
Turns On/Off the Correction from the positioning system. If the new Correction is calculated, but the Correction
is not enabled, the ship's position is not changed. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS + 'ENTER' + "Fix Correction" + 'ENTER'
Fix Datum
Selects the Fix Datum among 130 items. WGS 1984 is the default Fix Datum.
'MENU' +"DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Fix Datum" + 'ENTER'
Formatting
The formatting of a User C-CARD must be done before using a new User C-CARD: this operation prepares the User
C-CARD to receive and store information. Before you start the formatting procedure, insert a new User C-CARD
into the slot. Be sure to label it; the label will remind you that you have formatted the User C-CARD, and will help
you identify its contents. An used User C-CARD can also be formatted; if a used User C-CARD is formatted,
however, all previously stored data on the User C-CARD will be completely deleted (see Par. 4.6).
'MENU' +"MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER' + 'C
ARTR
.' + 'F
ORMAT
'
General (menu)
Turns On/Off the Keypad Beep, selects the Language, sets the desired setting for Cursor Speed, Dist & Speed units,
Depth unit, Altitude Unit, Time Reference, Time Format and Date Format.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER'
Goto
Sets a particular mark on the map, called Target or Destination (see Par. 3.2 and 3.3).
'ENTER' + "GOTO" + 'ENTER'
GPS Data (page)
Selects the GPS Page.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "GPS DATA" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'GPS' (if it is present)
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Fig. 5b - The GPS Page
n GPS = Global Positioning System
It is a satellite based navigation system operated by the US Department of Defense. It gives the navigator a position
24 hours a day, 365 days a year under any weather conditions.
GPS Status (page)
The GPS Status page shows in graphic mode GPS data.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "GPS STATUS" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'S
TATUS
' (if it is present)
Fig. 5c - GPS Status page
On the right side of the screen (see Fig. 5c), there is a polar representation of the azimuth and elevation of each
satellites. The circle contains a number indicating the PRN of the satellite and it is filled when it is used for the fix
solution. On the left side there are histograms indicating the S/N ratio (SNR). The bar is filled when the satellite is
used for solution. As example, the satellite with PRN=10 is used for solution with S/N=44, Azimuth=127degree
and Elevation=70degree. When a valid fix is received, the Lat/Lon, Date, Time, HDOP, VDOP, ALT, COG, SOG
are shown in the page.
Grounding Alarm
The chartplotter is provided with a function that, by querying the map's data, verifies potential danger to navigation
due to shallow water, land, rocks, obstructions and shoreline constructions. The maps are scanned periodically (every
10 seconds). When the Grounding Alarm is active, the chartplotter scans an area in front of the boat. This area is
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identified by a triangle drawn in front of the boat icon whose direction is determined by the current boat heading. The
length of the triangle is user selectable and its angle is 30 degrees. If any of the above objects are found, the
chartplotter notifies the danger on a dedicated warning message box in the Grounding Alarm Report page. The
Grounding Alarm is switched Off by default after a Master Reset. Once the Grounding Alarm has been activated,
a warning message is shown.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "Grounding Alarm" + 'ENTER'
Note
The Grounding Alarm function only operates with the new NT+ C-CARDs. It also affects the speed
of the redraw of the screen. If this function is not used it maybe disabled.
Grounding Alarm Range
Allows setting the length of the sector to be detected among 0.25, 0.5, 1.0 Nm. The default setting is 0.25 Nm. When
any of the searched objects is found in the scanned area, a tick marker is printed on the relative box in the Grounding
Alarm Report page to identify which dangerous objects have been currently detected.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "Grounding Alarm Range" + 'ENTER'
Grounding Alarm Report
Allows displaying the report of the dangerous objects currently detected.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "Grounding Alarm Report" + 'ENTER'
Grounding Depth Limit
The user can enter the minimum depth.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "Grounding Depth Limit" + 'ENTER'
n HDG = Heading
The horizontal direction in which a ship actually points or heads in any moment (see also COG).
n HDOP = Horizontal Dilution Of Precision
It is the index for position-fixing accuracy. The smaller the HDOP value, the more accurately the position can be
fixed.
Heading Simulation
Sets the desired value for heading in Simulation Mode menu. The default setting is 000° M.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION MODE" + 'ENTER' + "Heading" + 'ENTER'
Home
From the chart display, if the GPS computing a valid fix position and the chartplotter is not in Home mode, pressing
'CLEAR' sets Home mode. When Home (called also Navigate) mode is set, the cursor is not shown anymore and
all cartographic functions (zoom, scroll, etc.) are leaded by the fix position. The fix is centered in the map display and
the map scrolls underneath as the fix position changes. As soon as the cursor is moved, Home mode is deactivated
and the cursor symbol is shown. Note that altough the cursor symbol is not displayed when Home mode is active,
its coordinates must be updated with the fix position coordinates.
If a valid fix position is not received and 'CLEAR' is pressed, the chartplotter emits a triple beep and shows a
warning message to advice that Home mode cannot be set. Press 'ENTER' or 'CLEAR' (or 'OK') to close the
warning window.
Activate Home mode (if not into a menu): 'CLEAR'
Exit from Home mode: move the cursor
Info page
This page combines the Info Tree and the Expanded Info pages; this gives the advantage of showing the details of
the object selected on the Info Tree while the cursor is moving through the Info Trees items. The upper side of the
page contains the Info Tree and the Lower side contains the expanded information. While moving the cursor through
the Info Tree, all the relevant information of the selected object is shown on the lower part of the page.
'MENU' + "INFO" + 'ENTER'
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Input/Output (menu)
Selects the proper format for the NMEA0183 I/O Port, NMEA0183 GPS Port, NMEA Output Format, DGPS
Input, NMEA Output and Printer Output.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER'
Keypad Beep
Turns On/Off the sound after pressing a key ("beep"). The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Keypad Beep" + 'ENTER'
Land Settings (menu)
Turns On/Off the display of Natural Features, Rivers & Lakes, Cultural Features and Landmarks.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
Landmarks
Turns On/Off the displaying of the Landmarks (any prominent object such as monument, buiding, silo, tower,
mast, ..., on land which can be used in determining a location or a direction). The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Landmarks" + 'ENTER'
Language
Selects the language in which you wish information to be displayed (for screen labels, menus and options, but it is
not affect the map information). The default setting is English (see Par. 2.4).
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Language" + 'ENTER'
n LAT/LON
Coordinate system using Latitude and Longitude coordinates to define a position on earth.
Lat/Lon Grid
Turns On/Off the displaying of the Latitude and Longitude Grids. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Lat/
Lon Grid" + 'ENTER'
n Latitude
The angular distance North or South of the equator measured by lines encircling the earth parallel to the equator in
degrees from 0° to 90°.
Light Sectors
Turns On/Off the displaying of Light Sectors of all the Fixed Lights, Buoys and lighthouses. When Lights are on,
lights are shown on lighthouses and other lights that rotate, a light sector is displayed to show the range of coverage
for the light. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Light
Sectors" + 'ENTER'
n LOG
Speed of the vessel relative to the water.
n Longitude
The angular distance East or West of the prime meridian (Greenwich meridian) as measured by lines perpendicular
to the parallels and coverging at the poles from 0° to 180°.
n Loran
The Loran Chains are groups of transmitting stations that use timed radio pulse transmissions.
n Magnetic Deviation
The angle between the Magnetic North and the Compass North.
Magnetic Variation
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of Magnetic Variation. The default setting is Automatic.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS + 'ENTER' + "Magnetic Variation" + 'ENTER'
n Magnetic Variation
The angle between the magnetic and geographic meridians at any place, expressed in degrees West or East to indicate
the direction of magnetic North from true North. It changes from point to point, and (at the same point) with time.
Map (menu)
Selects the Display Mode item to choice the pre-programmed settings and the Customize Map menu.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER'
Map Datum
Selects the Map Datum among 130 items. WGS 1984 is the default Map Datum.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Map Datum" + 'ENTER'
Map Orientation
Selects the orientation of your chart according to: North Up: the map is shown with North upwards. Track Up: the
map is shown with the ship's current heading upwards. The default setting is North Up.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Map Orientation" + 'ENTER'
If Track Up is selected, a window is opened to insert the Map Orientation Resolution angle.
n Map Orientation Resolution
It is the resolution angle for the Map Orientation, range [5, 60] degrees. The default setting is 30°.
Marine Settings (menu)
The Marine Settings menu controls the display on the map of the marine features. The available options are Names,
Nav-Aids, Light Sectors, Attention Areas, Tides + Currents, Seabed Type, Ports + Services, Tracks + Routes,
Underwater Objects.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
Mark
Reference points related to cursor position (see Par. 4.2).
Inserting Mark: 'ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER'
Deleting Mark: Place cursor on existing Mark + 'D
Editing Mark: Place cursor on existing Mark + 'E
ELETE
DIT
'
' + 'C
ONFIRM
'
Memory CARD
The chartplotter uses the optional User C-CARD to save user data (see Par. 4.6).
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER'
Mixing Levels
Turns On/Off. When the map coverage at the current zoom level does not fill the entire screen, the chartplotter
draws the rest of the map expanding the cartographic information read from, at most, two zoom levels above the
current zoom level. For this reason the map is drawn three times: firstly it draws the two levels before the current
level and then the current level. The area covered by the cartographic data read from the previous levels is identified
by a dotted pattern. When the cursor is moved on an areanot covered by data of the current level and the
Cartography item is switched Off, the chartplotter zooms out to the first level covered by cartographic data. When
the Cartography item is switched On, the cursor can be moved on the areas obtained from the previous levels but
no information is provided on the objects found on that area since it is considered not suitable for navigation at that
scale level. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CHART SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Mixing
Levels" + 'ENTER'
Note
The Mixing Levels function works only with the new NT+ C-CARDs. It also affects the speed of the
redraw of the screen. If this function is not used it maybe disabled.
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MOB = Man OverBoard
It is an important function useful in the case someone or something falls overboard.
Inserting MOB
Press 'MOB' to place MOB symbol at ship's coordinates: the message "MOB Activate" is shown for a few second,
then disappears. Data displayed in Text Area are related to MOB.
Fig. 5d - Man Overboard
Deleting MOB
Press 'MOB': a window to confirm the MOB deletion is shown, press 'CONFIRM' (or "CANCEL' to abort operation). The
MOB symbol remains on the screen shaded until the next screen redraws.
Names
Turns On/Off the displaying of the Names. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Names"
+ 'ENTER'
Natural Features
Turns On/Off the displaying of the Natural Features (any topographic feature formed by the action of natural
processes: coastlines, relief, glaciers, ...). The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Natural
Features" + 'ENTER'
Nav-Aids
Turns US/US Simple/INT/INT Simple/Off. When selected it affects Lights, Signals, Buoys & Beacons display. The
default setting is US.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NavAids" + 'ENTER'
Nav Display (menu)
The Nav Display menu allows to select CDI Scale and Navigation Page. It is possible to display this menu only if
the Navigation Data page or the 3D Road page has been selected; so firstly select one of this pages and then:
'MENU' + "NAV DISPLAY" + 'ENTER'
Navigate
See Home mode.
Activate Navigate (if not into a menu): 'CLEAR'
Exit from Navigate: move the cursor
Navigation Data (page)
Shows information about speed (SOG) and course (COG) of the ship, status of the received signal, ship's
coordinate and other general information.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATION DATA" + 'ENTER'
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press any soft keys + 'NAV' (if it is present)
Fig. 5e - Navigation Data Page
Navigation Page (menu)
After selected this menu a new window appears with six items. Using the joystick select the item you want to change
and press 'ENTER': another window appears, use the joystick to select the preferred data to display in the
Navigation Data page and in 3D Road page among BRG (Bearing), SOG (Speed Over Ground), COG (Course Over
Ground), STR (Steering), CTS (Course To Steer), TRN (Turning), DTG (Distance To Go), VMG (Velocity May
Good), SOA (Speed Of Advance), XTE (Cross Track Error), DRF (Drift), SET, DPT (Depth), TEMP (Water
Temperature). When fished press 'ENTER'. The default setting is SOG, COG, DTG, CTS, XTE, STR.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATION DATA" or "3D ROAD" + 'ENTER' then:
'MENU' + "NAV DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Navigation Page" + 'ENTER'
NMEA Output
The chartplotter can be connected to external equipment that accepts NMEA-0183 data input. Once attached, the
output of NMEA formatted position information can be enabled. The Output NMEA-0183 messages are the
following: APA, APB, BOD, BWC, GGA, GLL, HSC, RMA, RMB, RMC, VTG, WCV, XTE. The default setting is
Off for all sentences expect for GLL, VTG and APA.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' + "NMEA Output " + 'ENTER'
NMEA Output Format
Disables (Off) or sets the interface among 0183, 0180, 0180/CDX. The default setting is 0183.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' + "NMEA Output Format" + 'ENTER'
n NMEA-0183
The NMEA-0183 Data Interface Standard was developed by the National Marine Electronics Association of
America. It is an international standard that enables equipment from many different manufactures to be connected
together and to share information.
NMEA0183 GPS Port
Sets the format for the navigation data input Port (GPS). For example to set the Port as NMEA-0183 (4800 Baud Rate,
Parity None, 8 Bits Number, 1 Stop Bit and Normal Polarity) you must select 4800-N81-N. The available choice is
among (1200-N81-N), (1200-N81-I), (4800-N81-N), (4800-N81-I), (9600-O81-N), (9600-O81-I), (4800-N82-N),
(4800-N82-I), (9600-N81-N), (9600-N81-I) or disable (OFF). The default setting is (4800-N81-N).
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' + "NMEA0183 GPS PORT" + 'ENTER'
NMEA0183 I/O Port
Sets the format for the navigation data input Port (I/O). For example to set the Port as NMEA-0183 (4800 Baud Rate,
Parity None, 8 Bits Number, 1 Stop Bit and Normal Polarity) you must select 4800-N81-N. The available choice is
among (1200-N81-N), (1200-N81-I), (4800-N81-N), (4800-N81-I), (9600-O81-N), (9600-O81-I), (4800-N82-N),
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(4800-N82-I), (9600-N81-N), (9600-N81-I) or disable (OFF). The default setting is (4800-N81-N).
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' + "NMEA0183 I/O PORT" + 'ENTER'
Obstructions
Searches for Nearest Obstructions.
'ENTER' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "OBSTRUCTIONS" + 'ENTER'
OSGB = Ordnance Survey of Great Britain
A coordinate system describing only Great Britain. Generally used with GBR36 datum, which also describes only
Great Britain. This coordinate system cannot be used in any other part of the world.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Coordinate System" + 'ENTER' + "OSGB" + 'ENTER'
Page
Selects the screen display configuration you wish: Chart Display, Depth Graph, Depth Graph Full, Navigation Data,
3D Road, GPS Status, GPS Data, Wind Data, Wind Speed, Wind Direction.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER'
Pair
Selects the pair of stations in the selected chain. The default setting is W X.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Coordinate System" + 'ENTER' + "TD" + 'ENTER' + "Pair"
Palette
It is possible to set the palette used to enhance the visibility of the screen depending on the surrounding light
condition. The possible choices are Normal, Classic, Night Vision and Sunlight. The default setting is Normal.
Normal is recommended when the chartplotter is not exposed to the direct sunlight. When this mode is set the maps
are displayed in order to use colors as similar as possible to the ones used in the original paper charts. Classic is also
recommended when the chartplotter is not exposed to the direct sunlight. The colors used are the same colors used
on NT cartography. Night Vision is recommended when the environment is dark in order to reduce the glare of
the display. The chartplotter displays maps and screen in darker colors. Sunlight is designed to enhance the visibility
of the screen when the chartplotter is exposed to the sunlight. The maps are much brighter than in the other modes
and the depth areas are filled with white color so different depth areas are not easily distinguishable.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Palette" + 'ENTER'
Pan
Allows you to shift area around the cursor or a remote position to the centre of the screen.
Pan to Cursor: 'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "CURSOR" + 'ENTER'
Pan to Coordinates: 'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "COORDINATES" + 'ENTER'
Port
To locate and display the port inserting the name.
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT" + 'ENTER'
n Port Info
The Port Info function is a combination of a new Port Info database containing all the relevant Safety and
Navigational information normally found in good pilot books and a new presentation software which displays special
Port Facility Symbols.
Port Services
To locate and display the nearest available facilities of a particular type (i.e. the nearest Hospital, sailmaker, bank, etc.).
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + 'PORT SERVICES' + 'ENTER'
Ports & Services
Turns On/Off the displaying of Ports and Services (areas along shore with facilities for mooring, downloading and
uploading of ships, generally sheltered from waves and winds. Port installations are piers, wharves, pontoons, dry
docks, cranes... ). The default setting is On.
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'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Port
& Services" + 'ENTER'
Position Filter
Turns On/Off the Position Filter. In case of a jittering fix this option makes the ship' position more stable and the
track smoother. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS + 'ENTER' + "Position Filter" + 'ENTER'
Printer Output
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' + "Printer Output" + 'ENTER'
Press and hold down the right hand soft key (see par. 2.7 and 7.5 for more information).
R/B
Displays on the screen a dotted line and a circle (see Par. 4.3).
'ENTER' + "R/B" + 'ENTER' + 'A
CCEPT
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Rivers & Lakes
Turns On/Off the displaying of Rivers and Lakes. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "LAND SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Rivers &
Lakes" + 'ENTER'
Road Data = 3D Road (page)
The Road Data page shows in graphic mode navigation data.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "3D ROAD" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'R
OAD
' (if it is present)
Fig. 5f - Road Data page
Route
Sequence of Waypoints connected by segments. Among the available routes, only one is the active route, which is
shown by a straight line and arrows to indicate the direction. The first Waypoint of the active route is surrounded by
a circle (see Par. 4.1.1).
Select Route: 'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "SELECT" + 'ENTER' + select route number + 'S
Delete Route: 'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE" + 'ENTER'
Route Report: 'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "REPORT" + 'ENTER'
Route Color: 'MENU' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "COLOR" + 'ENTER'
ELECT
'
Screen Amplifier
The Screen Amplifier function allows, when it is On and Home mode is set, to place map on the screen related to
the fix position and direction, so the map shown is that before the ship. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Screen Amplifier" + 'ENTER'
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Seabed Type
Turns On/Off the displaying of Seabed Type. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Seabed
Type" + 'ENTER'
n Simulation
Used in order to use your chartplotter without input data. It generates a display with a moving vessel, so that you
can practice using the controls in safety.
Simulation Mode
The activation of Simulation Mode is possible only if required values have been inserted. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION MODE" + 'ENTER' + "Simulation Mode" + 'ENTER'
Simulation Mode (menu)
Enables/disables Simulation Mode; it is possible to insert desired values for Speed, Heading, Date and Time and
selects the Cursor Control function.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION MODE" + 'ENTER'
n SNR = Signal to Noise Ratio
The ratio of the magnitude of a signal that of the noise (interference).
n Soft key
The four soft keys are called "soft" because they can have different functions when you select different modes of
operation. These keys do not have labels printed on them, but the labels for the currents functions are displayed on
the screen above the keys.
n SOG = Speed Over Ground
A calculation of the rate of movement of the ship over the ground.
n Speed
The current velocity at which you are travelling, relative to a ground location.
Speed (Simulation)
Sets the value for speed in the Simulation mode. The default setting is 01.0 Kts.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION MODE" + 'ENTER' + "Speed" + 'ENTER'
Speed (Unit)
Sets the speed unit among Kts = knots, Mph = miles per hour e Kmh = kilometers per hour. The default setting
is Kts.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Dist & Speed Units" + 'ENTER'
Speed Filter
Turns On/Off the Speed Filter. When it is On, you can filter the speed of the ship, to optimize it. The default setting
is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS + 'ENTER' + "Speed Filter" + 'ENTER'
Static Navigation
Sets up a threshold for the speed. When the speed received from the positioning device is under that threshold, the
chartplotter displays zero. The default value is On.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "FIX & COMPASS" + 'ENTER' + "Static Navigation" + 'ENTER'
n STR = Steering
The difference between COG and CTS. If COG is 25° and CTS is 30°, then STR is 5° Right.
Ta r get
In order to tag on the chart the point, towards which the ship is Heading, you can use a special mark, called Target.
When the Target is placed, all navigation data are referred to this Target (see Par. 3.2, 3.3).
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Insert Target : 'ENTER' + "GOTO" + 'ENTER'
Delete Target : place cursor on Target + 'S
Switch navigation to next/previous Waypoint : place cursor on Target + 'N
TOP
' + 'C
ONFIRM
'
EXT
'/'P
REV
'
TD = Time Difference
Loran-C positions are determined by precise timing of the intervals between reception of pulses transmitted by pairs
of stations in the selected chain. Between any two stations a ship must be located somewhere along a line of possible
positions where the measured Time Difference, TD, between arrival of pulses from those stations would be
observed. The TD is measured from the time of reception of the master station signal to the time of reception of
the slave station signal. To select the TD menu.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "Coordinates System" + 'ENTER' + "TD" + 'ENTER'
n Tide
The periodic rise and fall of the surface of oceans, bays, etc., due principally to the gravitational interactions between
the Moon and Earth.
n Tide Info
The Tide Info feature is the combination of a new tide heights database that will be included within new C-CARDs
and new features which calculate the tide graph for all primary and secondary ports world-wide. This function can
calculate the tide heights for any past or future date and as a by-product of this calculation will also display the
Maximum and Minimum Tide height and time for the day selected plus the times of Sunrise and Sunset. At some
chart levels, the chartplotter will display a new Tide Diamond Symbol for every Port or tide point in the database
covered by that particular C-CARD.
Tide Stations
To locate and display the nearest information on Tide variation on a specific geographical area.
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "TIDE STATIONS" + 'ENTER'
Tides & Currents
Turns On/Off the displaying of Tides and Currents. The default setting is On.
'MENU' +"MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Tides
& Currentes" + 'ENTER'
Time (Simulation)
Sets the time of the simulated fix.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION MODE" + 'ENTER' + "Time" + 'ENTER'
Time Format
Sets you preferred time between 12 hour and 24 hour. The default setting is 24 hour.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Time Format" + 'ENTER'
n Time Line
The location where the ship will be after the time set by the user.
Time Reference
Sets UTC or Local Time. The default setting is UTC.
'MENU' + "GENERAL" + 'ENTER' + "Time Reference" + 'ENTER'
Tra c k
As long as the chartplotter is connected to a positioning instrument, it stores all points in its memory. The chartplotter
can store a fix when the distance from its last stored position is greater than a defined distance or after a defined time.
A line connects such points and represents the past course, called the track of the ship.
Track storing ON/OFF: 'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + 'A
Delete Track : 'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE" + 'ENTER' + 'W
Select Track Settings menu: 'MENU' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "CONFIG" + 'ENTER'
CTIVATE
'
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Tracks & Routes
Turns On/Off the displaying of Tracks and Routes (recommended and established routes for ships at sea, including
traffic separation schemes, deep water routes, ...). The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Tracks
& Routes" + 'ENTER'
n TRN = Turning
The difference between COG and BRG. If COG is 80° and BRG is 75°, TRN is 5° Left.
n TTG = Time To Go
The estimated time needed to reach your destination, based on your current speed and the distance to destination.
Underwater Objects
Turns On/Off the displaying of Underwater Objects. (Diffuser, Obstruction, Wreck, Cable - submarine, Cable area,
Pipeline area, Pipeline - submarine/on land. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP" + 'ENTER' + "CUSTOMIZE MAP" + 'ENTER' + "MARINE SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "Underwater Objects" + 'ENTER'
User C-CARD
The chartplotter uses the optional user C-CARD to save user data: it is a convenient medium to store and retrieve
your information. Before a new user C-CARD can be used, you must format it. The formatting function initializes
the user C-CARD and prepares it for storing information. Remember that if an user C-CARD is not blank, formatting
it will destroy any data already present on the user C-CARD (the user C-CARDs must be formatted in order to be
reused, this operation means all old data memorized on the user C-CARD will be lost). Data stored on user C-CARD
are grouped in files.
'MENU' + "MEMORY CARD" + 'ENTER'
n User Point
Place on the chart identified by its coordinates and displayed on the screen with a reference symbol (see Mark,
Waypoint and Event).
User Points
Turns On/Off/Icon the displaying of the User Point Name. The default setting is On.
'MENU' +"DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "User Points" + 'ENTER'
User Points (Find)
Finds the User Point in the map.
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
User Points (List)
Displays the User Points List page on the screen (see Par. 4.1.2.8).
'MENU' +"USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
n UTC = Universal Time Coordinated
A time scale based on the rotation of the earth that is used by most broadcast time services.
UTM = Universal Transverse Mercator
Metric Grid system used on most large and intermediate scale land topographic charts and maps.
'MENU' +"DISPLAY" + 'ENTER' + "COORDINATE SYSTEM" + 'ENTER' + "UTM" + 'ENTER'
Waypoint
Any point to which one intends to navigate. A sequence of Waypoints makes up a route plan (see Par. 4.1.2).
Inserting Waypoint: 'ENTER' + "WAYPOINT" + 'ENTER'
Moving Waypoint: Place cursor on existing Waypoint + 'M
Deleting Waypoint: Place cursor on existing Waypoint + 'D
Editing Waypoint: Place cursor on existing Waypoint + 'E
OVE
' + move cursor + 'A
ELETE
' + 'C
DIT
ONFIRM
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Inserting Waypoint: Place cursor on route leg + 'I
Finding Waypoint: 'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
NSERT
' + move cursor + 'A
CCEPT
'
n WGS-84 = World Geodetic System 1984
Coordinates System or Datum developed by the Defense Mapping Agency (DMA).
Wind Data (page)
Shows data and graphics referred to the true or apparent wind.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "WIND DATA" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'W
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "WIND DIRECTION" + 'ENTER'
INDDTA
' (if it is present)
Fig. 5g - Wind Data page
or
press any soft keys + 'W
INDDIR
' (if it is present)
Fig. 5h - Wind Direction page
*Press 'ENTER' to switch between True or Apparent Wind visualization.
'MENU' + "PAGE" + 'ENTER' + "WIND SPEED" + 'ENTER'
or
press any soft keys + 'W
INDSPD
' (if it is present)
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Fig. 5i - Wind Speed page
*Press 'ENTER' to switch between True or Apparent Wind visualization.
Wrecks
Searches for Nearest Wrecks.
'ENTER' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "WRECKS" + 'ENTER'
XTE Alarm
Disables the XTE Alarm (Off) or selects the desired value. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' +"ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "XTE ALARM" + 'ENTER'
n Zoom-In
Shows more detail in a smaller area. Expands map scale; scale value is refreshed. When Plotter Mode option is set
On from the map configuration setup, it allows zooming into map scales not covered by cartographic details. Pressing
and holding 'ZOOM IN' allows fast zoom function.
n Zoom-Out
Operates similarly to zoom -in, but in the reverse, showing a wider but less detailed view. Compresses map scale;
scale value is refreshed. When Plotter Mode option is set On from the map configuration setup, it allows zooming
into map scales not covered by cartographic details. Pressing and holding 'ZOOM OUT' allows fast zoom function.
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For the Technician
6.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Power consumption : 15 Watt max, 10 - 35 Volt dc
• Interface : NMEA0183
• Autopilot Interface : NMEA-0180, NMEA-0180/CDX,
NMEA-0183
• Display Resolution : 640 x 480 pixels
• Cartography : C-MAP NT
• Operating temperature range : 0/+55 degrees Celsius
• Memory : Non volatile with battery back-up
• Keyboard : Silicon rubber, backlight
• Weight : 950 gr.
• Accessories : External Bracket
Power I/O cable CBC0FS0709
I/O cable CBC0FS0603
Display adapter cable CBCHMS0700
Fuse 1A (2 pcs) + cable fuse holder (2 pcs)
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• Dimensions: (mm[inch]):
6.2 INSTALLATION
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Fig. 6.2 - Chartplotter installation
After having chosen the installation type, connect the chartplotter to the power
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6.3 EXTERNAL WIRING
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6.4 TYPICAL CONNECTION - "POWER & I/O" CONNECTOR
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6.5 PRINTER SETTINGS
6.5.1 PRINTING ON SERIAL PRINTER
The printer must be connected to the chartplotter via a serial cable with 2 wires
from the 7 Pin Conxall Connector as shown in the following figure:
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The printer serial interface RS232 must be set as follows:
• 8 bit data
• 1 stop bit
• no parity
9600 Baud Rate (see Note)
• Data protocol: Ready/Busy
• Carrier detect : Disabled
• Clear to send : Disabled
• Data set ready: Disabled
• CR definition : CR only
• LF Definition: LF only
• Page Length: 11"
6.5.2 PRINTING ON PARALLEL PRINTER
The printer must be connected by using a serial to parallel converter.
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The serial to parallel converter must be set as follows:
9600 Baud Rate (see Note (*) at the end of the paragraph)
• Handshake : XON/XOFF
• Data Lengt : 8"
• Parity : none
• Direction : S-P
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Note (*)
This setting depends on the selection of printer output Baud Rate done in the chartplotter. It is
recommended to use the maximum Baud Rate (9600) to reduce the time necessary for printing.
The printer should be compatible with the following formats:
EPSON LQ 2500
IBM PROPRINTER XL24 in AGM mode.
6.6 SYSTEM TEST
If you have connected your position-finding device according to the instructions,
and chosen the proper menu selection for your device, and are still having problems with
your chartplotter, the extended auto-test should help determine the problem. Make sure
the chartplotter is turned Off. While pressing and holding any other key, turn the chartplotter
On. A new menu will appear on the display:
Fig. 6.6 - System Test
Select the desired test: this will display in reverse video and with the relative menu
window. To choice the test press 'ENTER'. To exit from any submenu press 'CLEAR'. To
exit from the System Test turn Off the chartplotter.
6.6.1 RAM MENU
This test verifies the integrity of the memories and if desired during this test all
the internal memory can be erased and the default setting restored.
n RAM Test
To verify the integrity of the RAM. If on the screen the message "ERROR" appears,
the RAM is physically damaged.
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n RAM Clear
To clear internal memory. If the chartplotter exhibits unusual behaviour, or appears to
be malfunctioning, it may be possible to correct the problem by clearing RAM.
This operation will erase all Marks, Events, Routes, stored track plots and destinations. It will also return all selections (Input Data Format, Autopilot selection, etc.) to
original default values. To confirm to clear RAM press 'ENTER' again (but if at this
time you do not wish to clear RAM press 'CLEAR').
6.6.2 DIM MENU
To select the desired value for brightness and keypad light.
n Brightness
Each time you pressed the joystick to right, the screen will decrease brightness, instead
of to left it will increase brightness.
n Keys Light
To set the keypad light. Operates in similar mode as Brightness.
6.6.3 CARTRIDGES
To check the C-CARD and its connector.
n Background ROM
To test the WorldWideBackground. If there is not a malfunction, the code of the
Background and the message "OK" are shown, but if the Background is defective the
message "Faulty" is shown.
n C-CARD Test
To test the C-CARD. There are the following possible situations:
1. if there is a C-CARD inserted in the slot and there is not a malfunction, the name
of the C-CARD zone and the message "OK" are shown.
2. if there is a C-CARD inserted in the slot, but it is a damaged C-CARD, the name
of the C-CARD zone and the message "Faulty" are shown.
3. if there is not any C-CARD inserted in the slot, the message "not present" is
shown.
4. if there is an User C-CARD inserted in the slot, the message "USER C-CARD" is
shown.
n C-CARD Connector
Indicates if there is a malfunction in the connector. It is used only in production.
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6.6.4 MODEM TEST
To check the Modem connections.
6.6.5 SERIAL PORTS
If you are having problems receiving data from the position-finding instrument,
this test should help determine the problem.
n Change Parameters
To change the parameters of the serial interface. This menu allows to select the Port (Signal
Source) between UART0 or UART1, the Baud Rate between 4800 or 9600, the Data Bits
(Word Length) between 7 or 8, the Parity between even, odd or none, the Stop Bits
between 1 or 2, the Polarity between "+" or "-". Default settings are: Port = UART1, Baud
Rate = 4800, Data Bits = 8, Parity = none, Stop Bits = 1, Polarity = +.
n Input Data Display
To allow the chartplotter to act as a computer terminal and display the incoming data
exactly as it received. If the data displayed on the screen is unrecognizable, you may
have selected the wrong input parameters for your particular receiver. Check your
receiver manual to be sure that you have selected the proper interface format. If the
screen is blank, you may have a broken connection, and no data is being received.
Use 'ZOOM IN' to stop (or continue after pause) data displaying, 'ENTER' to show
data in hex or ASCII mode (normal or small) and 'CLEAR' to exit.
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A
C-Forecast
C-Forecast is a innovative meteorological forecasting system with the ability to
visualise the weather forecast, for a given area, directly on to the area related cartography on
a chart plotter. The weather data is transferred very quickly to the plotter thanks to C-COM,
a device for data-transfer via GSM developed by C-MAP. In order to access the C-Forecast,
it is necessary to set up a subscription, the only other cost is the GSM-call to the remote
weather report server, lasting normally less than a minute.
Its possible to receive forecast regarding the wind, speed and direction, as well as
the height of the waves in the area. The weather data will be visualised directly onto the
plotter screen superimposed on to the C-MAP NT
In order to access the C-Forecast, it is necessary that the plotter has got the
software needed to make the connection through the GSM-modem (C-COM) with the
weather data server.
The area covered by the weather information is determined by the either the actual
position and heading, given by the onboard GPS or entered manually by the user. The
user variable features can be pre-set through the C-Forecast menu on the plotter (see Fig.
A) as well as the level of details (to see the area covered by the C-Forecast, please refer to
the c-forecast.c-map.com web site).
The weather forecast is covering a period of 48-hours, within which the user can
collect the information for any period of 6 hours (example: at 2pm on the 21
2002 a user's request a weather forecast, the forecast will cover the period for the following
6 hours based on the predicted weather situation at the time of collection, ending at 8pm
on the 21st of March 2002). The weather information on the C-Forecast server is reviced
every hour, covering the following 48 hours.
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Fig. A - Preview of the area covered by the requested weather forecast
The coverage of the weather forecast in each instant is determined by the maxi-
mum speed of the boat given at the time of subscription (see Fig. A and table Aa below).
Coverage of the forecasting area
Maximum Speed (Knt) Width in Degree Travel Distance (Nm)
5 160 30
10 150 60
15 140 90
20 130 120
25 120 150
30 110 180
35 100 210
40 90 240
Fig. Aa - table of the area covered by the forecast
A.1 PRESENTATION OF DATA
The information received from the weather data server consists of two type of
information which will be shown on the plotter screen, represented by two different icons,
one relating to wind and the other to waves.
The icon for wind is a circle with an arrow pointing towards the center where the
arrow represents the direction of the wind, you will also see a number this represents
speed (shown in units according to measurements preset by the user) (see the left column
in Fig. A.1). It is possible to preset an upper limit for the wind speed and connect this
limited to an alarm which will alert and request navigator action (see the right column in
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Fig. A.1). The colour of the wind icon will change to red when the wind speed limited has
been reached (preset by the user in the menu).
Fig. A.1 - Wind icon in condition Normal (left) and condition alarm (right)
The icon for the waves is a circle with a number representing the height of the
waves (shown in units according to measurements preset by the user), see the left column
of Fig. A.1a. It is possible to preset an upper limit for the height of the waves, and
connect this limited to an alarm which will alert and request navigator action (see the right
column in Fig. A.1a). The colour of the wave height icon will change to red when the
height limited has been reached (preset by the user in the menu).
Fig. A.1a - Waves icon in condition normal (left) and condition alarm (right)
The weather information received from the C-Forecast server is saved in the chart plotter's
memory. The information can be accessed and used in two ways. By using the chart plotter
in "navigation" mode or in "browse" mode (see Fig. A.1.1).
For every point for which forecast data have been collected, the information saved
to memory contains the data for the subsequent 6 hours from collection time. The area
coverage by the weather forecast in each instants is determent by the maximum speed of
the boat given at the time of subscription.
For every point to which weather data have been received, the predictions will
cover the maximum travel distance if departure happens at the same time as receipt of the
weather data, and the travel speed is at the maximum speed given for the full 6 hours. The
significance of this is that there is no need for collecting further information from the
C-Forecast server, until the last of the 6 hours covered by every circle. As you can see from
Fig. A.1b, by every point of collection the travel time covered is reduced by an hour until
the last hour where you will obtain a new prediction covering the following 6 hours.
Hours of Navigation Hours covered by the forecast
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Fig. A.1b - Table Hours of coverage by the weather forecast
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A.1.1 PRESENTATION OF WEATHER INFORMATION
A.1.1.1 Viewing the information in Navigation mode
The Navigation mode allows the user to view on screen, the weather information
superimposed directly onto the cartography (the wind or the waves not simultaneously);
the area shown is relative to the position of the boat (plotted by the onboard GPS or in
simulation mode given by the simulator). The data is relative to the time of day and
information received or simulated. The type of information shown on the screen depends on option chosen by the user in menu: Video settings - the 3 options are: no
information, wind and waves. The information shown is presented as a series of icons wind or waves.
The amount of icons shown on the screen depends on the position at which the
information was collected from the C-Forecast server and the maximum travel speed.
- Example 1: If the boat is traveling at max speed all the icons will show up on the screen.
- Example 2: If the boat is laying still without moving position, no icons will show.
If the boat travels at maximum speed to reach the area covered by the information of the 6th hour, the related information will show on screen. However if the boat
arrived at the area covered by the "6th hour information", after the 6th hour, no information would show, - the information saved in memory is regarded not up-to-date by the
plotter after the 6th hour, and new weather information will have to be collected from
the C-Forecast server.
Fig. A.1.1.1 - Mode Navigation: icons showing wind (left) and the icons for waves (right)
A.1.1.2 Viewing the weather information in Browse mode
Using the Browse mode allows the user to view on screen (superimposed onto
the cartography) the information related to wind or waves, by directly choose the time and
area covered by the information to evaluate the information.
To activate the Browse mode, simply choose in the menu - preview. As soon as
the user has activated Browse mode, the cartography center around the point to which
weather information have been collected and saved. It is possible to use the cursor to
move the "view" around the area covered by the 6 hour weather forecast and change the
view between wind and waves.
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Fig. A.1.1.2 - Mode Browse, icons for wind (left) and icons for waves (right)
A.2 SYSTEM SET-UP C-FORECAST
To set-up and access the C-Forecast weather forecasting system a series of steps
must be completed. Please read the following carefully:
- Sign up for subscription with C-Forecast to be able to access the service. Contact
the local reseller or contact directly your local office of C-MAP.
- Connect the chart plotter with the C-COM module.
- Insert the GSM SIM cart into the C-COM module (SIM-card not included).
- The chart plotter has two serial connections ports for exchange of data. Choose
one of these to make the connection to the C-COM module.
- Open set-up in the menu of the chartplotter and insert the identification code
of the subscription (included in the subscription documentation received from C-MAP).
- Insert also the telephone number for the C-Forecast server (also included in the
subscription documentation received from C-MAP).
- Remember also to insert the SIM PIN number (received together with the SIM-card).
When the above steps have been completed, it will immediately be possible to
receive weather information from the C-Forecast server in the following way:
- Insert the position from where the boat will depart (manually or by use of the GPS).
- Insert the direction in which the boat will travel.
- Insert the date and time of departure (ETA).
- Start the transfer of weather information.
A.2.1 INSTALLATION OF HARDWARE COMPONENTS
A.2.1.1 Electrical connection
The data connection between the C-COM module and the chartplotter is done by
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using a serial port (it is possible on some chartplotter to a port of your choice).
To make the electrical connection refer to following Fig. A.2.1.1.
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A.2.1.2 Verification of C-COM module: the modem test
The menu Modem Test (can also read SYSTEM TEST*), the test makes it pos-
sible to test the verify a connection between the C-COM and the chartplotter.
Note (*)
To start the SYSTEM TEST switch on the chartplotter using POWER and any other key.
The Modem Test controls that there is a communication between the chartplotter
and the C-COM by for a short time transmitting a serie of diagnostic commands to the
C-COM and verify the result.
If the chart plotter is build with two serial ports, it is possible to choose which
port to use for connection with the C-COM module.
The diagnostic screen for Modem Test, will show the following information:
a. MODEM OK: #
b. MODEM ERROR: #
c.MODEM TIMEOUT ERROR: #
a. If the number (#) by the MODEM OK shows 0, this show that the connection
between the chartplotter and the C-COM module is established and the C-COM is responding correctly. No problems have been found.
b. If the number (#) by the MODEM OK is different to 0, it shows that the connection
to the C-COM module has not been made - the C-COM module may be defect.
c. If the number (#) by the MODEM TIMEOUT ERROR is different to 0, it shows that
the C-COM module is responding but the link to the chart plotter has not been made.
The error may be for one of the following reasons:
- The C-COM is not connected or not connected correctly to the chartplotter.
- The C-COM module has not got a power supply.
- The serial port to which the link between the C-COM and the chartplotter is
made, is not the correct port, to which the C-COM should be connected.
A.2.1.3 The GSM SIM-card
The GSM SIM-card must be of a type which will allow data transfer. The SIM-card
must be inserted into the SIM-slot in the C-COM module. If the GSM SIM-card need a
PIN-code inserted, for the SIM-card to be activated, then this can be done in the C-Forecast
operation menu. The chartplotter does not accept deactivation of the PIN-code.
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A.2.2 INSTALLATION OF SOFTWARE
A.2.2.1 Registrations of user ID
The user identification number is a string of 16 characters and numbers ########-####-####. The character - is not a part of the code and is only used to
make the code more legible and is not to be inserted.
The code is supplied together with the subscription documents from C-MAP.
The registration code can only be used in one (1) chartplotter. The C-Forecast server will
associate the code and the chartplotter in which the code was first used. During the
connection start-up, the C-Forecast server will compare the registration information and
the code identifying the chartplotter and will only connect to a known chartplotter.
Nota
The Registration Code is contained in the chartplotter and can after insertion not be changed by the user.
However if the user whish to change the subscription, for the reason of change to an other chart plotter
(for example change to and other model or change because of faulty chart) it is nessesary to contact C-MAP
directly in order to transfer the subscription to the new char plotter.
A.2.2.2 Inserting the telephone number of the C-Forecast server
The telephone number through which the C-COM will make the connection
with the C-Forecast server must be inserted in the menu part, C-Forecast set-up.
A.2.2.3 Activation of the serial port
Some chart plotters are build with more than one serial port it is therefor necessary to
choose which port is to be used. The user can do this in the menu part C-Forecast set-up.
A.2.3 TRANSFER OF WEATHER DATA
Before the data transfer can start, it is necessary to insert: Time of departure
(ETD), current position (PO) manually or obtained from the GPS and the heading. All
the data transfer function are available in the menu C-Forecast, Preview download.
A.2.3.1 Insert current date and time
Normally the chartplotter will receive date and time through the build in or
attached GPS or in simulation mode - manually. In case it is necessary to insert the date and
time manually, before collection of data from C-Forecast, it is done in the menu C-Forecast,
preview, date and time(ETD).
If the date and time are not inserted the server can not provide any information
or the transferred information may be of no value for navigation.
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A.2.3.2 Selection of an area from which to get weather data
The area covered by the weather data is variable according to the subscription, the
point of departure and the heading.
Inserting of point of departure
The point of departure can be set by the user either directly from the GPS position - actual
or simulated position, cursor position or insert the graphical coordinates manually.
Inserting heading
The heading represents the central line of the area covered by the weather information.
The heading normally received from the GPS, can manually be modified by the user.
A.2.3.3 Selecting type of weather information to be collected
It is possible to select the type of data to be collected between the options below:
- Wind: only the direction and pressure/speed
- Waves: only height
- Wind + Waves: both the above
A.2.3.4 Download of data
If the previous options/settings have been carried out, it is now possible to
download the weather information in the menu C-Forecast, download preview.
When the download function is activated, the preview window will close and a
window containing the current subscription detail will appear, you can have two types of
subscription - Download or Period:
If the subscription is "Period" the C-Forecast server will show the expiry data.
Instead if the subscription is "Download" the C-Forecast server will show the remaining
number of downloads available and the expiry date. This information can be saved to the
chart plotter's memory and the updated information will be shown before each download.
The first time the chartplotter is connected or after a Master Reset the above
information is not available: in this case the window will not show any information. At
the following collection of weather information, the subscription information will be
restored to the system.
Note
The date-format setting can be change by the user, in the chartplotter menu.
Error massages
A window will appear on screen in case of error, with a description of the error.
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SIM-card PIN Error
- If the GSM SIM-card in use has PIN-code activation and the PIN-code has not been
inserted in the set-up menu of C-Forecast, a message will appear "PIN SIM not entered".
- if the PIN-code inserted is not correct, a message will appear "incorrect PIN SIM".
- if the "incorrect PIN SIM" message appears more than 3 times, a message will
appear "incorrect PIN SIM - SIM locked".
Other Errors
Subscription not found (user not registered)
Incorrect Password (for future use)
Incorrect Registration Code
Licence not found
Licence not active
Licence expired
Licence data not yet started
No Download available (only subscription Download)
Subscription not authorised (C-Forecast server not available)
Insufficient number of download available
A.3 MENU SETTINGS
All menu settings are reached from the C-Forecast menu selected from the main
Menu. The C-Forecast menu contains the following items: C-Forecast Set-Up, Download
Preview and Browse.
A.3.1 C-FORECAST SETUP MENU
From the C-Forecast Set-Up menu it is allowed entering the information specified in the subscription and the other settings relative to the display of the weather
information on the map. Once the main Menu is shown on the screen, to select the
C-Forecast SetUp menu follow the procedure:
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'
The C-Forecast Setup menu is shown on the screen.
A.3.1.1Display
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER'
Display is the type of weather information to be shown on the map: Wind,
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Waves and Off. Wind and waves cannot be displayed simultaneously. The default setting
is Off.
A.3.1.2 Wind Speed Alert
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "WIND SPEED ALERT" +
'ENTER'
Wind Speed Alert is the wind speed above which all icons are drawn in a different
color/shape (the color icon becames red when the wind speed excedes the speed limit set
by menu). The value can be in the range from 0 to 250 k/h or it can be set Off. The default
setting is Off.
A.3.1.3 Waves Height Alert
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "WAVES HEIGHT ALERT" +
'ENTER'
Waves Height Alert is the wave height above which all icons are drawn in a
different color/shape (the color icon becames red when the wave speed excedes the speed
limit set by menu). The value can be in the range from 0.1 to 25.0 Mt or it can be set Off.
The default setting is Off.
A.3.1.4 Modem Port
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "MODEM PORT" + 'ENTER'
The possible choices are GPS and Power I/O. The default setting is GPS.
A.3.1.5 Wind Speed Unit
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "WIND SPEED UNIT" + 'ENTER'
Wind Speed Unit is the unit of measure used for the wind speed display: Kts; m/
s; Kph; Bft; Mph. The default setting is Kph.
A.3.1.6 Wave Height Unit
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "WAVE HEIGHT UNIT"
+ 'ENTER'
Wave Height Unit is the unit of measure used for the waves height display: Mt,
Ft. The default setting is Mt.
A.3.1.7 User Identifier
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "USER ID" + 'ENTER'
User Id is needed for the data transferring authorization and must match the data
provided in the subscription.
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A.3.1.8 Telephone Number
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "TELEPHONE NUMBER" +
'ENTER'
Telephone Number is the telephone number of the service provider. The maxi-
mum length of telephone number is 20 characters.
A.3.1.9 Sim Pin
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "SIM PIN" + 'ENTER'
Sim Pin is the PIN of the GSM SIM Card used in the GSM module. The Sim Pin
is always shown. The maximum length is 8 digits. The default PIN is an empty string.
A.3.1.10 Max Speed
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "C-FORECAST SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "MAX SPEED" + 'ENTER'
Max Speed is the maximum vessels speed declared in the subscription. The value
can be in the range from 5.0 to 40.0 Kts. If a value lower than 5.0 Kts is entered, the
chartplotter emits three beeps and sets the value to 5.0 Kts; if the entered value is greater
than 40.0 Kts the chartplotter emits three beeps and sets the value to 40.0 Kts. The default
setting is 15 Kts.
Note
The Max Speed is used to define the area covered by the weather information in the Preview display mode
(see Par. A.3.2).
A.3.2 DOWNLOAD PREVIEW
The Preview allows seeing the map area that will be covered by the weather information. Once the main Menu is shown on the screen:
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "DOWNLOAD PREVIEW" + 'ENTER'
Once the Preview is activated the Main Menu is closed and the map is centered on
the vessels position if received from GPS or simulated. The map scale changes automatically to the zoom level that contains the whole area covered by weather information.
On the screen a sector is shown: the width of the area covered is proportional to
the vessels speed and depends on the maximum vessels speed declared in the subscription (see Fig. Aa).
Once the Preview function is active a prompt is shown on the map display inside
a dedicated window. The user can change the values in the prompt manually. Moving
about the selections its possible to set the starting position coordinates between Fix and
Cursor. Max Speed and Local Time Offset are shown and cannot be changed.
A.3.2.1 Type
"C-FORECAST" + 'ENTER' + "DOWNLOAD PREVIEW" + 'ENTER'+ "TYPE" + 'ENTER'
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