Si-tex EXPLORER II User Manual
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
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.
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.
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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' (if it is present)
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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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Fig. 3.1.5 - GPS Status Page
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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
'
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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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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