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Copyright 2009 LORENZ ELECTRONICS Italia.
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.
MARINE ELECTRONICS
One Touch To Choose Your World
SKY X5
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with external GPS Receiver
CODE: S4egLZ5vc 1602B51/020409
COMPACT X5
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with internal GPS Receiver
CODE: S4igLZ5vc 1602fB51/020409
SKY X5 FISH
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with external GPS Receiver and internal FF
CODE: S4egLZ5vc 1602fB51/020409
COMPACT X5 FISH
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with internal GPS Receiver and internal FF
CODE: S4igLZ5vc 1602fB51/020409
USER MANUAL
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Warning!
Electronic charts displayed by the chart plotter 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 mat-
ters 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
Please read through this manual before the first operation. If you have any questions, please contact
the Company customer service or your local dealer.
The chart plotter is not built water proof. Please give attention to avoid water intrusion into the
chart plotter. Water damage is not covered by the warranty.
Extensive exposure to heat may result in damage to the chart plotter.
Connection to the power source with reversed polarity will damage the chart plotter severely. This
damage may not be covered by the warranty.
The chart plotter contains dangerous high voltage circuits which only experienced technicians can
handle.
The C-MAP BY JEPPESEN C-CARD are available from your local dealer.
We will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential damages in
connection with the performance or use of this material.
Exposure of display to UV rays may shorten life of the liquid crystals used in your chart plotter. This
limitation is due to the current technology of the LCD displays.
Avoid overheating which may cause loss of contrast and, in extreme cases, a darkening of the screen.
Problems which occur from overheating are reversible when temperature decreases.
Warning on Serial Ports Connection
Please be aware that the serial ports are not opto-isolated and then the external device is electrically
connected to the chart plotter. This allows the connection of high speed devices, like Radar or Fish
Finder. If you are connecting a NMEA0183 device and you would like to isolate it from the chart
plotter, you have to add the opto-isolator externally.
Cleaning procedure for the chart plotter screen
Cleaning of the chart plotter screen is a very important operation and must be done carefully. Since the
surface is covered by a antireflective coating, the procedure for cleaning all the surfaces can be per-
formed using the following procedure: You need a tissue or lens tissue and a cleaning spray containing
Isopropanol (a normal spray cleaner sold for the PC screen, for example PolaClear by Polaroid). Fold
the tissue or lens tissue into a triangular shape, moisten the tip and use the index finger behind a corner
to move the tissue across the surface, in overlapping side to side strokes. If the tissue is too wet, a
noticeable wet film will be left in its path and you will need to repeat the process. If too dry, the tissue
won’t glide easily, and may damage the surface.
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Table of Content
1 Introduction ...................................................................................... 13
1.1 CONVENTIONS ...................................................................................... 13
1.2 FEATURES ...................................................................................... 13
1.2.1 Specifications ............................................................................... 14
1.2.1.1 Main Characteristics ..................................................... 14
1.2.1.2 SKY X5 & COMPACT X5 Physical Characteristics ................ 17
1.2.1.3 SKY X5 FISH & COMPACT X5 FISH Physical Characteristics ... 18
FF MODULE 600W-50-200KHZ Technical Specifications ..... 18
1.3 BASICS ...................................................................................... 19
2 Before You Begin ...................................................................................... 21
2.1 THE KEYBOARD ...................................................................................... 21
2.2 TURNING THE CHART PLOTTER ON AND OFF .................................. 23
2.2.1 Turning On ................................................................................... 23
2.2.2 Turning Off ................................................................................... 23
2.3 CHANGING BACKLIGHT AND CONTRAST ........................................... 24
2.4 SELECTING THE USER INTERFACE LANGUAGE ............................... 24
2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS ................................................................... 24
2.5.1 GPS Connection FOR SKY X5 & SKY X5 FISH ........................................... 24
2.5.2 Autopilot Connection .................................................................... 26
2.5.3 External NMEA Connection ......................................................... 26
2.5.4 C-COM GSM Plus Connection .................................................... 27
2.6 ADDITIONAL C-CARDS ........................................................................... 28
2.6.1 Inserting C-CARD ........................................................................ 29
2.6.2 Removing C-CARD ...................................................................... 29
2.7 MENU OPTIONS ...................................................................................... 29
2.8 DATA ENTRY ...................................................................................... 30
3 For the New User ...................................................................................... 31
3.1 SCREEN DISPLAY CONFIGURATION ................................................... 31
3.1.1 Charts and Text Area ................................................................... 32
3.1.2 Depth Graph page ....................................................................... 33
3.1.3 GPS Status Page ......................................................................... 33
3.1.4 Navigation Data Page .................................................................. 34
3.1.5 3D Navigation Data Page ............................................................ 34
3.1.6 Wind Data Page ........................................................................... 35
3.1.7 Fish Finder Pages ........................................................................ 35
3.2 BASIC SETTINGS .................................................................................... 36
3.2.1 Course Vector .............................................................................. 36
3.2.2 Screen Amplifier........................................................................... 36
3.2.3 Advanced Functions .................................................................... 36
3.2.4 User Points................................................................................... 36
3.2.5 Depth Window .............................................................................. 36
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3.2.6 Units Selection ............................................................................. 37
3.2.7 Nav Aids Presentation ................................................................. 37
3.2.8 Input/Output Menu ....................................................................... 37
3.2.8.1 Port1/Port2/Port3 Input................................................. 37
3.2.8.2 Port1/Port2/Port3 Output .............................................. 38
3.2.8.3 Port1/Port2/Port3 NMEA Output Messages Selection 38
3.2.8.4 GPS Setup Menu .......................................................... 38
Internal GPS FOR COMPACT X5 & COMPACT X5 FISH ................. 38
Restart GPS ................................................................. 39
Differential Correction Source ...................................... 39
Navigation Speed ......................................................... 39
3.2.8.5 Send & Receive Marks/Routes .................................... 39
3.2.8.6 C-Link............................................................................ 39
3.2.8.7 Cable Wiring Page ....................................................... 39
3.2.8.8 Fish Finder Transmission FOR SKY X5 FISH & COMPACT X5 FISH .. 39
3.2.9 C-Voice Menu .............................................................................. 40
3.2.9.1 Navigation ..................................................................... 40
3.2.9.2 Echosounder................................................................. 40
3.2.9.3 Output Port ................................................................... 40
3.3 A-B-C-D FUNCTION ................................................................................. 40
3.3.1 Inserting the A-B-C-D points ........................................................ 40
3.3.2 Deleting the A-B-C-D points ........................................................ 41
3.3.3 Navigating on the A-B-C-D points ............................................... 41
3.4 NAVIGATING TO A SINGLE DESTINATION .......................................... 41
3.4.1 Distance and Bearing to Target (Destination) ............................. 41
3.4.2 Time To Go .................................................................................. 42
3.4.3 Deleting Target............................................................................. 42
3.5 C-MAP BY JEPPESEN MAX CARTOGRAPHY INFORMATION .................. 42
3.5.1 Map Settings Menu ...................................................................... 44
3.5.1.1 3D View (Perspective View) ......................................... 44
3.5.1.2 Palette........................................................................... 45
3.5.1.3 Map Orientation ............................................................ 45
3.5.1.4 Zoom Type................................................................... 46
3.5.1.5 Fonts & Symbols .......................................................... 46
3.5.1.6 Dynamic Nav-Aids ........................................................ 46
3.5.1.7 Mixing Levels ................................................................ 47
3.5.1.8 Safety Status Bar (DSI - Data Safety Indicator) .......... 47
3.5.1.9 Satellite Imagery ........................................................... 48
3.5.1.10 Currents Prediction ....................................................... 48
3.5.1.11 Selecting the Chart Language...................................... 49
3.5.1.12 Other Map Configurations ............................................ 49
3.5.2 Getting Automatic Info ................................................................. 52
3.5.2.1 Info on objects with Pictures ........................................ 53
Change Picture Size ..................................................... 54
3.5.2.2 Quick Info on Lakes...................................................... 54
3.5.2.3 Full Info on Lakes ......................................................... 55
3.5.3 Info Tree and Expanded Info page .............................................. 56
3.5.4 Info Function ................................................................................ 56
3.5.5 Getting Port Info ........................................................................... 56
3.5.6 Getting Tide Info .......................................................................... 57
3.5.7 Find Function ............................................................................... 58
3.5.7.1 Finding Port Services ................................................... 59
3.5.7.2 Finding Tide Stations .................................................... 59
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3.5.7.3 Finding Wrecks ............................................................. 59
3.5.7.4 Finding Obstructions .................................................... 59
3.5.7.5 Finding Port By Name .................................................. 59
3.5.7.6 Finding Port By Distance .............................................. 59
3.5.7.7 Finding Lakes Information ............................................ 60
3.5.7.8 Finding Lakes By Name ............................................... 60
3.5.7.9 Finding Points Of Interest............................................. 61
3.6 MAN OVERBOARD (MOB) ...................................................................... 61
3.6.1 Inserting MOB .................................................................................. 61
3.6.2 Deleting MOB .................................................................................. 61
4 For the Experienced User .............................................................................. 63
4.1 MORE ABOUT CREATING AND USING ROUTES ................................ 63
4.1.1 Waypoint ...................................................................................... 63
4.1.1.1 Adding Waypoint .......................................................... 63
4.1.1.2 Creating a route ............................................................ 64
4.1.1.3 Deleting Waypoint ........................................................ 64
4.1.1.4 Deleting route ............................................................... 65
4.1.1.5 Distance and Bearing to Target ................................... 65
Time To Go ................................................................... 66
Deleting Target ............................................................. 66
4.1.1.6 Moving Waypoint .......................................................... 67
4.1.1.7 Inserting Waypoint........................................................ 67
4.1.1.8 Editing Waypoint .......................................................... 69
4.1.1.9 Finding info on Waypoints: User Points List page ....... 70
Finding User Points ...................................................... 70
Deleting selected User Point ........................................ 71
Deleting all User Points with the same symbol............ 71
Deleting all User Points with the same type ................ 71
Deleting all stored User Points ..................................... 71
Send/Receive User Points ........................................... 71
4.1.2 Routes ...................................................................................... 71
4.1.2.1 Selecting route.............................................................. 71
4.1.2.2 Route name .................................................................. 72
4.1.2.3 Deleting route ............................................................... 72
4.1.2.4 Reversing route ............................................................ 72
4.1.2.5 Route color ................................................................... 72
4.1.2.6 Send/Receive route ...................................................... 72
4.1.2.7 Finding information on a route: Route Report.............. 73
Selecting route.............................................................. 73
Route name .................................................................. 73
Route color ................................................................... 73
Reversing route ............................................................ 74
Deleting route ............................................................... 74
Changing Speed & Fuel values .................................... 74
4.1.2.8 Safe Route Checking ................................................... 74
4.2 MARK & EVENT ...................................................................................... 75
4.2.1 Marks ...................................................................................... 75
4.2.1.1 Adding Mark .................................................................. 76
4.2.1.2 Deleting Mark................................................................ 76
4.2.1.3 Goto .............................................................................. 76
4.2.1.4 Moving Mark ................................................................. 76
4.2.1.5 Editing Mark .................................................................. 77
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4.2.1.6 Finding information on Marks: User Points List page .. 78
4.2.1.7 Add to Route ................................................................ 78
4.2.2 Events ...................................................................................... 78
4.2.2.1 Adding Event ................................................................ 78
4.2.2.2 Deleting Event .............................................................. 78
4.2.2.3 Goto .............................................................................. 79
4.2.2.4 Editing Event ................................................................ 79
4.2.2.5 Finding information on Events: User Points List page. 79
4.2.2.6 Add to Route ................................................................. 79
4.3 EBL & VRM FUNCTION ........................................................................... 80
4.3.1 Placing EBL & VRM ..................................................................... 80
4.3.2 Deleting EBL & VRM.................................................................... 80
4.3.3 Editing EBL & VRM ...................................................................... 81
4.4 MORE ABOUT A-B-C-D FUNCTION ....................................................... 81
4.4.1 Inserting the A-B-C-D points ........................................................ 81
4.4.2 Deleting the A-B-C-D Points ........................................................ 81
4.4.3 Deleting the A-B-C-D Segment ................................................... 81
4.4.4 Moving the A-B-C-D points .......................................................... 82
4.4.5 Inserting the A-B-C-D points ........................................................ 82
4.4.6 Navigating on the A-B-C-D points ............................................... 82
4.5 USING THE TRACK FUNCTIONS ........................................................... 82
4.5.1 Selecting active Track.................................................................. 82
4.5.2 Enabling Track storing ................................................................. 82
4.5.3 Displaying Track .......................................................................... 83
4.5.4 Selecting track Color .................................................................... 83
4.5.5 Deleting Track .............................................................................. 83
4.5.6 Deleting Selected Track............................................................... 83
4.5.7 Selecting Track memorizing type ................................................ 83
4.5.8 Selecting distance ........................................................................ 84
4.5.9 Selecting time .............................................................................. 84
4.6 USER C-CARD MENU ............................................................................. 84
4.6.1 Saving File ................................................................................... 84
4.6.2 Loading File .................................................................................. 85
4.6.3 Deleting File ................................................................................. 85
4.6.4 Formatting User C-CARD ............................................................ 85
4.6.5 Changing User C-CARD .............................................................. 85
4.7 C-LINK ...................................................................................... 85
4.7.1 How C-Link system works ........................................................... 86
4.8 C-LINK NAVIGATION DATA TRANSFER ............................................... 86
4.8.1 Operations.................................................................................... 86
4.8.1.1 Introductive elements ................................................... 86
4.8.1.2 C-Link serial connection ............................................... 87
4.8.1.3 Master Chart Plotter ..................................................... 88
Operating mode ........................................................... 88
4.8.1.4 Slave Chart Plotter ....................................................... 88
Operating mode ............................................................ 88
4.8.1.5 C-Link Navigation Data: acquisition and display .......... 89
4.8.1.6 Graphical representation on Map Display .................... 89
4.8.1.7 Route Data Report ........................................................ 89
4.8.1.8 Quick Info ..................................................................... 91
Route Navigation: Quick Info on the Destination ......... 91
Quick info on Single Destination .................................. 91
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5 Advanced Settings ...................................................................................... 93
5.1 SETUP ...................................................................................... 93
5.1.1 Time Reference ........................................................................... 93
5.1.2 Time Format ................................................................................. 93
5.1.3 Date Format ................................................................................. 94
5.1.4 Wind Speed ................................................................................. 94
5.1.5 Beeper ...................................................................................... 94
5.1.6 External Wpt ................................................................................ 94
5.1.7 Backlight Timeout ........................................................................ 94
5.2 FIX ...................................................................................... 95
5.2.1 Fix Correction ............................................................................... 95
5.2.2 Compute Correction ..................................................................... 95
5.2.3 Correction Offset .......................................................................... 95
5.2.4 Static Navigation .......................................................................... 95
5.2.5 Position Filter ............................................................................... 95
5.2.6 Speed Filter .................................................................................. 96
5.2.7 Filter Dump................................................................................... 96
5.2.8 Dead Reckoning........................................................................... 96
5.3 NAVIGATE ...................................................................................... 96
5.3.1 Coordinate System ...................................................................... 96
5.3.2 Fix Datum ..................................................................................... 97
5.3.3 Map Datum................................................................................... 97
5.3.4 Map Orientation Resolution ......................................................... 97
5.3.5 Selectable Nav 3D ....................................................................... 97
5.3.6 Roll Road Scale ........................................................................... 97
5.3.7 Reset Partial and Total Trip ......................................................... 98
5.4 COMPASS ...................................................................................... 98
5.4.1 Bearings ...................................................................................... 98
5.4.2 Variation ...................................................................................... 98
5.4.3 Calibration .................................................................................... 98
5.5 ALARMS ...................................................................................... 99
5.5.1 Arrival Alarm................................................................................. 99
5.5.2 XTE Alarm .................................................................................... 99
5.5.3 Anchor Alarm ............................................................................... 99
5.5.4 Depth Alarm ................................................................................. 99
5.5.5 Grounding Alarm (Guardian Technology).................................. 100
5.5.6 Grounding Alarm Range ............................................................ 100
5.5.7 Grounding Alarm Width ............................................................. 100
5.5.8 Grounding Alarm Report ............................................................ 101
5.6 SIMULATION .................................................................................... 101
5.6.1 Activate Simulation .................................................................... 101
5.6.2 Speed .................................................................................... 101
5.6.3 Heading .................................................................................... 101
5.6.4 Date and Time ........................................................................... 101
5.6.5 Cursor Control ............................................................................ 102
5.7 AIS MENU .................................................................................... 102
5.7.1 AIS System Definitions .............................................................. 102
5.7.2 AIS Menu ................................................................................... 104
5.7.2.1 Display ........................................................................ 104
5.7.2.2 Activation range .......................................................... 104
5.7.2.3 CPA Alarm .................................................................. 104
5.7.2.4 CPA Limit .................................................................... 104
5.7.2.5 TCPA Alarm ................................................................ 104
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5.7.2.6 TCPA Limit ................................................................. 104
5.7.3 To Set the Chart Plotter for Receiving AIS................................ 105
5.7.4 Quick Info on AIS Target ........................................................... 105
5.8 C-STAFF .................................................................................... 105
5.9 C-WEATHER SERVICE ......................................................................... 105
5.9.1 C-Weather Service Menu .......................................................... 106
5.9.1.1 Download .................................................................... 106
Select Country to Call ................................................. 106
SIM PIN ...................................................................... 106
Download Area ........................................................... 106
5.9.1.2 Copy from USER C-CARD ......................................... 107
5.9.1.3 Weather Forecast ....................................................... 107
5.9.1.4 Real Time View .......................................................... 108
5.9.1.5 Type of Data ............................................................... 108
5.10DSC .................................................................................... 108
5.10.1 Distress Call and Position Request ........................................... 109
5.10.2 DSC Menu .................................................................................. 109
5.10.2.1 DSC LOG.................................................................... 109
Locate ......................................................................... 110
Delete.......................................................................... 110
Delete All .................................................................... 110
Hide/Show .................................................................. 110
Position Request/Distress Call ................................... 110
5.10.2.2 DSC Directory ............................................................. 110
Edit .............................................................................. 111
Add.............................................................................. 111
Delete.......................................................................... 111
Delete All .................................................................... 111
5.10.3 Quick Info on DSC Icons ........................................................... 111
5.11MOBILARM SYSTEM ............................................................................. 112
5.11.1 Software Setup........................................................................... 112
5.11.2 MOBILARM Status ..................................................................... 112
5.11.3 MOBILARM PTX ........................................................................ 113
5.11.3.1 PTX is received .......................................................... 113
5.11.3.2 PTX is received again................................................. 114
5.11.4 Moving Cursor on the PTX Icon................................................. 115
5.11.4.1 Deleting PTX............................................................... 115
5.11.4.2 Goto PTX .................................................................... 115
5.11.4.3 MOBILARM PTX List Page ........................................ 115
5.11.4.4 Show PTX .................................................................. 116
5.12FISH FINDER FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5 ............................................................116
6 Fish Finder FOR SKY X5 FISH & COMPACT X5 FISH ..........................................................119
6.1 SETTING THE INTERNAL FISH FINDER ON....................................... 120
6.2 UNDERSTANDING THE FISH FINDER PAGE ..................................... 120
6.2.1 UNDERSTANDING the Echogram Display ............................... 122
6.3 DISPLAYING THE FISH FINDER PAGE ............................................... 123
6.3.1 How to select the Fish Finder page ........................................... 123
6.3.2 Fish Finder Full page ................................................................. 124
6.3.3 Dual Frequency page ................................................................. 125
6.3.4 Zoom page ................................................................................. 126
6.3.5 Chart/Fish page ......................................................................... 126
6.4 ZOOM MODES .................................................................................... 127
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6.4.1 The Bottom Lock Zoom ............................................................. 127
6.4.2 The Marker Zoom ...................................................................... 127
6.5 FISH FINDER SETUP MENU ................................................................ 128
6.5.1 Preset Mode ............................................................................... 128
6.5.2 Gain Mode .................................................................................. 129
6.5.3 Range Mode ............................................................................... 129
6.5.4 Bottom Range ............................................................................ 129
6.5.5 Depth .................................................................................... 129
6.5.6 Shift .................................................................................... 129
6.5.7 Frequency .................................................................................. 129
6.5.8 Interference Rejection ................................................................ 130
6.5.9 Sensitivity ................................................................................... 130
6.5.9.1 Frequency ONLY IN THE DUAL FREQUENCY PAGE ..................... 130
6.5.9.2 Gain ............................................................................ 130
6.5.9.3 STC ............................................................................. 130
6.5.9.4 STC Length ................................................................. 130
6.5.9.5 STC Strength .............................................................. 130
6.5.9.6 Surface Noise Filter .................................................... 130
6.5.10 Display Setup ............................................................................. 131
6.5.10.1 Color Settings ............................................................. 131
6.5.10.2 Scrolling Speed .......................................................... 131
6.5.10.3 White Line................................................................... 131
6.5.10.4 Fish Symbols .............................................................. 131
6.5.10.5 Water Temperature .................................................... 132
6.5.11 Transducer Setup ...................................................................... 132
6.5.11.1 Keel Offset .................................................................. 132
6.5.11.2 Calibrate Sound Speed .............................................. 132
6.5.11.3 Calibrate Water Speed ............................................... 132
6.5.11.4 Calibrate Water Temperature..................................... 132
6.5.11.5 Calibrate Auxiliary Temperature ................................. 132
6.5.11.6 Set Default Settings.................................................... 132
6.5.12 Alarms .................................................................................... 133
6.5.12.1 Shallow Alarm ............................................................. 133
6.5.12.2 Deep Water Alarm ...................................................... 133
6.5.12.3 Temp Upper ................................................................ 133
6.5.12.4 Temp Lower ................................................................ 133
6.5.12.5 Temp Rate .................................................................. 133
6.5.12.6 Fish Alarm .................................................................. 133
6.5.13 Load Settings From User C-CARD............................................ 133
6.5.14 Save Settings To User C-CARD ................................................ 133
6.5.15 Restore Current Preset Defaults ............................................... 134
6.6 TRANSDUCERS .................................................................................... 134
6.6.1 Dedicated Available Transducers .............................................. 134
7 For the Technician .................................................................................... 137
7.1 DIMENSIONS .................................................................................... 137
7.2 INSTALLATION AND REMOVING ......................................................... 138
7.3 EXTERNAL WIRING .............................................................................. 138
7.4 TYPICAL CONNECTIONS ..................................................................... 139
7.5 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 142
7.5.1 Problems and Solutions ............................................................. 142
7.5.2 If you need assistance ............................................................... 142
7.5.2.1 World Background Charts .......................................... 143
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Worldwide Background Update.................................. 143
7.6 SYSTEM TEST .................................................................................... 143
7.6.1 RAM Menu ................................................................................. 143
7.6.2 Dim Menu ................................................................................... 144
7.6.3 Cartridges ................................................................................... 144
7.6.4 Serial Ports................................................................................. 145
7.6.5 Modem Test ............................................................................... 145
A Terms .................................................................................... 147
B Smart DGPS WAAS Receiver ...................................................................... 155
B.1 INSTALLING .................................................................................... 155
B.2 DIMENSIONS .................................................................................... 156
Analytical Index .................................................................................... 157
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1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the chart plotter!
If you have not used a position-finding instrument before and intend to use
your chart plotter for navigating, we suggest you should read this User Manual and
make sure you are familiar with its contents.
The User Manual is divided into three main parts. Chapter "Before You
Begin" introduces you to the basic information to get you start using the chart plot-
ter. Chapter "For the New User" should be read first to become familiar with your
new instrument. Chapter "For the Experienced User" introduces the advanced fea-
tures of the chart plotter.
1.1 CONVENTIONS
Throughout this User Manual, the labelled keys are shown in capitals letters
enclosed between single inverted commas, for example 'MENU'.
Menu operations are in bold characters listed by keys sequence with the
menu names enclosed between inverted commas, for example 'MENU' + "BASIC
SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' means: press the
'MENU' key, using the cursor key select the Basic Settings menu and press 'ENTER',
using the cursor key select the Input/Output menu and press 'ENTER'.
Terms underlined, for example Mark, are explained in the Appendix "Terms".
1.2 FEATURES
The chart plotter is a computer specifically designed for nautical use but,
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more precisely, to ease and speed up all calculations, which so far have been done
manually. If connected to a positioning instrument, the chart plotter 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 B
Y
J
EPPESEN
C-CARD.
When the package containing the chart plotter is first opened, please check it
for the following contents (if any parts are missing contact the dealer the chart plotter
was purchased from):
• External quick disconnect bracket and I/O cable 1,5 mt/5.9 feet
• Chart plotter's protective cover
• Fuse 2 Amp. + fuseholder
• User Manual
Note ONLY FOR SKY X5
The package contains the following parts too: Flush mounting kit; Smart DGPS WAAS Receiver
with cable 15 mt/45 feet.
C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
C-CARD (cartography data cards) are available through
your local dealer. For additional information on C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
Cartography
visit web site at www.jeppesen.com.
1.2.1 SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1.1 Main Characteristics
Recordable Individual points
• User Points : 500
• Type of User Points : 16
Routes
• Routes : 20
• Max User Points per Route : 100
Tracking
• Tracks : 2
• Points per Track : 1000
• Step by Distance : 0.01, 0.05, 0.1, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10 Nm
• Step by Time : 1, 5, 10, 30 Sec, 1, 5, 10 Min
Cartographic Functions
• Detailed Map by using C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
C-CARD
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• "C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
" MAX electronic charts, object-oriented chart system with
enhanced functionality including:
Guardian alarm, Safety Status Bar, Safety route check
Perspective view
Satellite image coverage
Turbo and Smooth Zoom
Multilanguage
Enhanced Port information database
Tides & Currents data
Photos & Diagrams
Automatic information on all chart objects
Search function for ports, tidal information, service facilities
• Coordinates System (ddd mm ss, ddd mm.mm, ddd mm.mmm, UTM, OSGB, TD)
• Map Datum
• Display Mode (Full, Simple, Fishing, Low, Custom)
• Marine Settings
Names, Name Tags, Nav-Aids & Light Sectors, Attention Areas, Tides & Cur-
rents, Seabed Type, Ports & Services, Tracks & Route
• Depth Settings
Depth Range Min/Max
• Land Settings
Land Elevations, Land Elevation Values, Roads, Points Of Interest
• Chart Settings
Lat/Lon Grid, Chart Boundaries, Value-Added Data, Chart Lock
• Underwater Objects Settings
Underwater Objects Limit, Rocks, Obstructions, Diffusers, Wrecks
Map Settings
• 3D View
• Palette
• Map Orientation (North, Head, Course)
• Zoom Type
• Fonts & Symbols
• Dynamic Nav-Aids
• Mixing Levels
• Safety Status Bar
• Satellite Imagery
• Currents Prediction
• Chart Language
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Fix Functions
• Course Vector
• Screen Amplifier
• Fix Correction (manual and automatic)
• Static Navigation
• Position Filter
• Speed Filter
• Dead Reckoning
• Fix Datum
• Rolling Road Scale
• Reset Total and Partial Trip
• Compass Calibration
• Bearings True and Magnetic
• Variation user selectable
• A-B-C-D Function
• EBL-VRM Function
Report Pages
• Depth Graph Page
• GPS Status Page
• Navigation Data Page
• 3D Navigation Data Page
• Fish Finder full screen Page (*)
• Fish Finder Dual Frequency Page (*)
• Fish Finder Zoom Page (*)
• Chart - Fish Finder Page (*)
• Wind Data Page
• About Page
Special Functions
• C-Link, C-Weather Service and C-Staff
• AIS (Automatic Identification System)
• DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
• MOBILARM System
• Fish Finder capability(*)
• Automatic Info
• Find (Nearest Service, Tide Stations, Wrecks, Obstructions, Port By Name, Port
By Distance, Lakes Information, Lakes By Name, Points Of Interest)
• Navigation to Destination
• Speed Unit (Mph, Kts, Kph)
• Distance Unit (Km, Nm, Sm)
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• Depth Unit (Ft, FM, Mt)
• Altitude Unit (Ft, FL, Mt)
• Temperature Unit (°C, °F)
• Wind Speed Unit (Kts, m/s, Kph, Bft, Mph)
• Alarms Handling
Arrival Alarm, XTE Alarm, Anchor Alarm, Depth Alarm, Grounding Alarm
• MOB Function
• Simulation
Speed, Heading, Date, Time, Cursor Control, Activate Simulation
Auxiliary Memory
• User C-CARD 1/2/4 MB
Interface
• 3 I/O ports
Note* ONLY FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
If connected to Fish Finder Black Box.
1.2.1.2 S
KY
X5 & C
OMPACT
X5 Physical Characteristics
Size (inch/mm)
• 5.8" x 5.8" x 2.6" (146 mm x 146 mm x 67.5 mm) without external bracket
Weight
• 600 gr. (COMPACT X5 with external bracket)
• 550 gr. (SKY X5 with external bracket)
Display
• Sun Light Viewable (active area 5")
• Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
Power consumption
• 500mA max @ 12V
Power supply
• 10 - 35 Volt dc, 6 Watt max
Operating Temperature Range
• from 0°C to 55°C (from 32°F to 131°F)
Memory
• Non volatile
Keyboard
• Backlighted, silicon rubber
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1.2.1.3 S
KY
X5 F
ISH
& C
OMPACT
X5 F
ISH
Physical Characteristics
Size (inch/mm)
• 5.8" x 5.8" x 3.1" (146 mm x 146 mm x 78.7 mm) without external bracket
Weight
• 700 gr. (COMPACT X5 FISH with external bracket)
• 680 gr. (SKY X5 FISH with external bracket)
Display
• Sun Light Viewable (active area 5")
• Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
Power consumption
• 12W average; 24W peak (with FF on)
Power supply
• 10 - 35 Volt dc
Operating Temperature Range
• from 0°C to 55°C (from 32°F to 131°F)
Memory
• Non volatile
Keyboard
• Backlighted, silicon rubber
FF Module 600W-50-200KHz Technical Specifications
• Power Output : 600W (4800Wpp), 50/200KHz Dual Frequency
• Max Depth : 213m (700Ft) at 200kHz, 457m(1500Ft) at 50kHz
• Automatic Recognition of the AIRMAR "X-DUCER ID" transducers for best
performance
• Advanced Digital Signal Processing
• Speed & Temperature Sensor (if available on transducer)
• Alarms (shallow water, depth, Fish, temp)
• Trip Log, Fish Symbols
• STC, Interference Rejection, Automatic noise reduction
• A-Scope, White Line, Zoom x2/x4
• Auto range/gain/frequency/shift/ping rate
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1.3 BASICS
The chart plotter is controlled by using 13 keys. There is also a cursor key 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. 1.3 - Example of Sky X5/Compact X5 chart plotter
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2
Before You Begin
This chapter provides basic information to get you start using the chart plotter;
it will help you to become familiar with the chart display and the functions of the
controls before you start using the chart plotter.
2.1 THE KEYBOARD
The 'CONTRAST'/'BACKLIGHT'/'POWER' key
Press and hold for 1 second 'POWER' to turn the chart plotter On. Press
and hold 'POWER' down (once the chart plotter has been turned On) for 3 seconds
turns the chart plotter Off.
Press and immediately release 'POWER' to adjust the backlight and the con-
trast of the display.
The key
Press 'MENU' to select the Main Menu.
The key
Place the cursor and press 'GO-TO' to set Target.
The key
Press 'PAGE' to select the configuration you wish.
The key
Press 'MODE' to select Charting or Navigation (Home).
Nota
If the "Selectable Nav 3D" item in the Navigation menu (see Par. 5.3) is set, by pressing 'MODE' it
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is possible to select the following modes: Charting, Navigation (Home), Navigation (Home) in 3D.
Any time the key is pressed, a message describing the newly selected mode is shown on the center of
the screen for about 2 seconds. Also it is possible to select the 3D mode, or Perspective View, from
menu, see Par. 3.5.1.1.
The key
Press 'MOB' to set MOB (Man OverBoard). When MOB is activated, press
'MOB' to delete it.
The key
Press 'CLEAR' to exit from menu or to leave a menu without making changes.
In Basic Mode deletes the A, B, C, D points, the User Point (Mark, Event, Way-
point), the MOB, the Target identified by the cursor.
The key
Press 'ENTER' to select the desired option, to confirm selection; in Basic
Mode places A, B, C, D points on the cursor coordinates, in Advanced Mode creates
Objects (Mark,, Event, Waypoint, A-B-C-D, EBL-VRM).
The cursor key
The cursor key moves the cursor about on the display screen, quickly and
accurately. It also scrolls the desired option in the menu page(s). If in Navigate (Home)
mode, it allows to exit from navigate mode.
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 simi-
larly to the 'ZOOM IN', except in reverse, changing the scale and showing a wider,
otherwise less detailed view.
The key
Press 'MAP' to select the Chart page you wish.
The key
Press 'ECHO' to select the Fish Finder page you wish (*).
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Note* O NLY F OR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
If connected to Fish Finder Black Box, otherwise the chart plotter emits three beeps. Refer to the
Fish Finder User Manual for more information.
The 'F
UNCTION
' key
This key can be customized to have a quick access to the main functions.
Press 'F
UNCTION
' for 1 second allows setting the shortcut to one of the following
functions:
'W
IND
' select Wind pages
'M
ARK
' place Mark
'E
VENT
' place Event
'W
AYPOINT
' place Waypoint
'A-B-C-D' place A, B, C, D
'EBL/VRM' place EBL and VRM
'F
ORECAST
' shows C-Weather Forecast mode
Press and release 'F
UNCTION
' executes the function that was assigned.
Note
The selections Mark, Event, Waypoint and EBL/VRM are available even if Advanced Functions
is Off.
2.2 TURNING THE CHART PLOTTER ON AND OFF
Before powering On the chart plotter, check for the correct voltage (10-35
volt dc, see Par. 6.3) and the correct connections with the positioning instrument
(see Par. 2.5).
2.2.1 TURNING ON
Press and hold 'POWER' for 1 second. The chart plotter emits one rapid
beep sound and a title page is opened.
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
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screen, if you release the key before the countdown timer reaches zero, the chart
plotter will remain On.
2.3 CHANGING BACKLIGHT AND CONTRAST
Press and immediately release 'POWER' (do not press and hold the key, or
the "power-off" message will be displayed!), a pop-up window appears to adjust the
backlight and the contrast of the display.
WARNING !!!
At very low temperatures the CCFL backlight may not glow properly. Allow a few minutes for
it to warm up.
2.4 SELECTING THE USER INTERFACE LANGUAGE
It is possible to set the language to display menus, data pages, warning/alarm
messages, full/quick info, list of objects found by find/nearest function, and on charts
(such as place's names, buoy's names and so on). The default setting is Italian.
To select the language you want:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "LANGUAGE" + 'ENTER'
Choose the language you prefer and press 'ENTER' to confirm.
Note
If the selected language is not available on cartographic data, English language is used instead.
WARNING !!!
If you have accidentally selected an incomprehensible language, and you don't be able to reselect
your language (the above procedure is not of help to you), follow this procedure: press 'MENU',
move the cursor to highlight the third selection (starting from the top) which corresponds to the
Basic Settings menu and press 'ENTER'. Then a window appears with "Language" message, press
'ENTER'; now select your language and press 'ENTER' again. Anyway if you in trouble, see
Chapter "System Test" for a RAM Clear operation: the chart plotter will also return all selections,
in particular language, to original default values.
2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS
2.5.1 GPS CONNECTION F
OR
S
KY
X5 & S
KY
X5 F
ISH
Connect the GPS to the Port 3: see the picture in Fig. 2.5.1 and Fig. 2.5.1a.
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Control the input setting following the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT 3 INPUT" + 'ENTER' + "NMEA-4800-N81-N" + 'ENTER'
The GPS can be connected also to the Port 1 and 2, in this case select
NMEA0183-4800-N81-N on the used port.
DIFFERENTIAL
BEACON
RECEIVER
RTCM 104 OUTPUT+
SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
GND/COMMON
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
SMART GPS SENSOR CABLE
WIRE COLOR
RED
BROWN
GREEN
WHITE
BLACK/YELLOW/SHIELD
POWER +10-35 Vdc
GPS NMEA0183 OUTPUT+
GPS NMEA0183 INPUT+
RTCM 104 INPUT+
GND/SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
POWER
SUPPLY
+
SMART GPS
SENSOR
GPS POWER
SWITCH
Fig. 2.5.1 - GPS Connection on Port 3 for SKY X5
Fig. 2.5.1a - GPS Connection on Port 3 for SKY X5 FISH
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2.5.2 AUTOPILOT CONNECTION
To connect the Autopilot to the Port 2 see the following pictures:
AUTOPILOT DEVICE
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/INPUT+
SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
POWER GND
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
Fig. 2.5.2 - Autopilot Connections on Port 2 FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
Fig. 2.5.2a - Autopilot Connections on Port 1 FOR SKY X5 FISH
Fig. 2.5.2b - Autopilot Connections on Port 1 FOR COMPACT X5 FISH
To choose your preferred setting follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT 2 OUTPUT" + 'ENTER'
Then choose your preferred setting among the NMEA available settings
NMEA0183 4800-N81-N, NMEA 0180, NMEA 0180/CDX (the default setting is
NMEA0183 4800-N81-N) and press 'ENTER' to confirm.
2.5.3 EXTERNAL NMEA CONNECTION
To connect the External NMEA to the Port 1 see the following pictures:
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NMEA0183
DEVICE
NMEA0183 OUTPUT+
NMEA0183 INPUT+
SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
POWER GND
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
Fig. 2.5.3 - External NMEA Connections on Port 1 FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
Fig. 2.5.3a - External NMEA Connections on Port 1 FOR SKY X5 FISH
Fig. 2.5.3b - External NMEA Connections on Port 1 FOR COMPACT X5 FISH
To choose your preferred setting follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT 1 INPUT" + 'ENTER'
Then choose your preferred setting among the NMEA available settings
NMEA 1200-N81-N, NMEA 4800-N81-N, NMEA 4800-N82-N, NMEA 9600-O81-
N, NMEA 9600-N81-N (the default setting is 4800-N81-N) and press 'ENTER' to
confirm.
2.5.4 C-COM GSM PLUS CONNECTION
To connect the modem C-COM to the chart plotter with quick disconnect
bracket follow the procedure:
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1. Cut the C-COM cable about 5 cm from the "T" connector:
Fig. 2.5.4 - C-COM cable
2. Connect the wires to the quick disconnect bracket cable as follows:
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
C-COM
POWER GND
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
FUNCTION
C-COM GSM Plus CABLE
WIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
GND
POWER SUPPLY+
C-COM TX+
C-COM TX-
C-COM RX+
FUNCTION
Fig. 2.5.4a - Connection for the Port 1
Note
The connection is valid for the C-COM IR and C-COM RS232 too.
3. Set the C-COM for Port 1 as follows:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT 1 INPUT" + 'ENTER' + "C-COM" + 'ENTER'
The C-COM can be connected also to the Port 2 and 3, in this case select the
format on the used port.
2.6 ADDITIONAL C-CARDS
The chart plotter uses two types of C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
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).
Note
During normal operations the C-CARD should not be removed since the chart plotter may lock up.
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2.6.1 INSERTING C-CARD
Remove the front cover as explained in the following picture. Hold the
C-CARD by the long inclined side so that you can see the C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
label.
Gently push the C-CARD into the slot; push the C-CARD in as far as it will go to
hold fixed into the slot and place the front cover again.
Fig. 2.6.1 - Inserting C-CARD FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
Fig. 2.6.1a - Inserting C-CARD FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5N FISH
2.6.2 REMOVING C-CARD
Remove the front cover and the C-CARD remove out of the slot.
Note
C-MAP is continuously creating new charts and revising old ones. If you wish to receive
information on the newest available charts, you can write for the catalog of available C-MAP BY
JEPPESEN C-CARD at your dealer.
2.7 MENU OPTIONS
You may select how the chart plotter displays primary information (such as
how time is displayed) from the Main Menu.
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'MENU'
Refer to Chapter 5 for more information on Main Menu.
2.8 DATA ENTRY
Information is keyed into the chart plotter when editing a Waypoint, enter-
ing a Route or using the Fix Correction functions. When the field is highlighted:
• Enter or edit data by pressing up/down cursor key to step through the avail-
able characters until the preferred character is displayed.
• Press right cursor key to move the cursor to the right.
• Use left cursor key to move the cursor to the left.
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3
For the New User
In order to get started using your chart plotter, you must do the following
things:
1) Your chart plotter must have been installed properly according to the
installation instruction on Par. 6.2.
2) You must have performed the proper settings for use with your position-
ing instrument (see Par. 2.5) and inserting the C-CARD for navigating in area you
wish (see Par. 2.6).
3) You must have turned on the chart plotter and adjust the brightness and
contrast of the display (see Par. 2.2 and 2.3).
Once this is done, you can use your chart plotter for navigation.
3.1 SCREEN DISPLAY CONFIGURATION
Use 'PAGE' to select the desired page, in two different ways:
1) by showing the next page as the relative key is pressed
2) by selecting the page from the Page Selection menu
The desired way to select the page is set by changing "Page Preview" following
the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "PAGE PREVIEW" + 'ENTER'
When "Page Preview" is "Off", 'PAGE' allows setting the next page (1). When
"Page Preview" is "On", 'PAGE' opens the Page Selection menu (2), on which the
icons representing the pages are shown: the icon of the currently selected page is
identified by a bold frame; move the selection with the Cursor keys or 'PAGE', the
name of the currently selected page icon is shown in the lower side of the Page
Selection menu. Pressing 'ENTER' the Page Selection menu is closed and the currently
selected page is activated.
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3.1.1 CHARTS AND TEXT AREA
The charts and text area can be shown in two different modes. The first is
with the text area on the top of the screen:
Cursor or Ship Coordinates
Distance and Bearing from Ship to
Cursor (from Ship toTarget if
Target is set, from Ship to MOB if
MOB is set)
Chart Scale
Charting or Navigation (Home)
- if fix is not received the following
icon is shown:
- if a Differential GPS signal is
received the following icon is shown:
Fix received Indication
Speed Over Ground
Course Over Ground
Map Datum selected
Fig. 3.1.1 - Chart - General Data Window
The second is with the text area on the bottom of the screen, as displayed in
the following picture:
Fig. 3.1.1a - Chart - Data Window on bottom
Note
If Target is not set, the only SOG information window appears.
Then it is possible to see on the screen only charts:
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Fig. 3.1.1b - Chart full screen
3.1.2 DEPTH GRAPH PAGE
The depth graph can be shown on the screen:
Fig. 3.1.2 - Chart - Depth 1/4
3.1.3 GPS STATUS PAGE
The GPS Status Page shows in graphic mode GPS data.
Ship's coordinates
Speed Over Ground
Course Over Ground
Used Satellite
COG (Course Over Ground)
Fix Status
Altitude
Date and time
Tracked, but not used, Satellite
Bars to indicate S/N Ratio
(Horizontal dilution of precision)
Index for position-fixing accuracy
(Vertical dilution of precision)
Index for position-fixing accuracy
A = 0° elevation
B = 45° elevation
C = 90° elevation
C
B
A
Fig. 3.1.3 - GPS Status
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On the right side of the screen (see Fig. 3.1.3), 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, Altitude, VDOP, HDOP, SOG and COG are
shown in the page.
3.1.4 NAVIGATION DATA PAGE
The 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.
Fig. 3.1.4 - Navigation Data
3.1.5 3D NAVIGATION DATA PAGE
The 3D Navigation Data (Rolling Road) Page shows in graphic mode naviga-
tion data.
Compass graphic indicator
Distance
Bearing
Speed of the Vessel relative
of the Water
Time To Go
Speed Over Ground
Fig. 3.1.5 - 3D Navigation Data
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3.1.6 WIND DATA PAGE
The Wind Data page shows data related to the wind: TWS (True Wind Speed:
Velocity of the Wind relative to a fixed point on the earth), AWS (Apparent Wind
Speed: the Speed at which the Wind appears to blow relative to a moving point, also
called Relative Wind Speed), TWA (True Wind Angle) and AWA (Apparent Wind
Angle). Also SPEED (Ship Speed) and HEAD (Ship Heading) are shown.
Fig. 3.1.6 - Wind Data
Note
Press 'WIND' to select the Wind Data page (if 'FUNCTION' is set as 'WIND' - see Par. 2.1)
3.1.7 FISH FINDER PAGES
When the Fish Finder is internal (
FOR
S
KY
X5 F
ISH
AND
C
OMPACT
X5 F
ISH
) or
when the Fish Finder Black Box is connected (
FOR
S
KY
X5
AND
C
OMPACT
X5) the
following pages are available too:
Fig. 3.1.7 - Fish Finder Pages
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3.2 BASIC SETTINGS
The Basic Settings menu provides access to the set up functions. Here you can
choose the language you want (see Par. 2.4). For "Page Preview" option see Par. 3.1.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
3.2.1 COURSE VECTOR
Selects the value among Off/2/10/30 Min/1/2 hours/Infinite. The Course
Vector is a graphical indication of the direction in which the Vessel is heading. The
Course Vector origin is the vessel’s position so the time line movement is synchronized
with the vessels Icon. Course Vector "course" is given by the value of COG (Course
Over Ground) and its length is proportional to the SOG (Speed Over Ground). The
default setting is Infinite.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "COURSE VECTOR" + 'ENTER'
3.2.2 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' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SCREEN AMPLIFIER" + 'ENTER'
3.2.3 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
When it is On the chart plotter works in Advanced Mode, otherwise when it
is Off the chart plotter works in Basic Mode. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ADVANCED FUNCTIONS" +
'ENTER'
3.2.4 USER POINTS
Selects the User Point display among On, Off or Icon. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
3.2.5 DEPTH WINDOW
Enables/Disables the display on the Depth Window on the screen. The default
setting is Off.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH WINDOW" + 'ENTER'
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3.2.6 UNITS SELECTION
Allows to select the preferred unit for Distance, Speed, Depth and Altitude
(altitude of GPS Antenna on the medium sea level).
Speed: Kts(knots)/Mph(miles per hour)Kph(chilometres per hour). The default setting
is Kts.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SPEED" + 'ENTER'
Distance: Nm(Nautical Miles)/Sm(statute miles)Km(chilometres). The default setting
is Nm.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "DISTANCE" + 'ENTER'
Depth: Ft(Feet)/FM(Fathoms)/Mt(Meter). The default setting is Mt.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "DEPTH" + 'ENTER'
Altitude: Ft(Feet)/FL(Flight Level)/Mt(Meter). The default setting is Mt.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALTITUDE" + 'ENTER'
Temperature: °C/°F. The default setting is °C.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TEMPERATURE" + 'ENTER'
3.2.7 NAV AIDS PRESENTATION
Allows to set the Nav Aids presentation as US or International. The default
setting is International. When selected it affects Lights, Signals, Buoys & Beacons
display.
• International: Draws Nav-Aids using international symbology. All compo-
nents of Complex Objects are shown.
• US: Draw Nav-Aids using NOAA symbology. All components of Complex
Objects are shown.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAV AIDS PRESENTATION" +
'ENTER'
3.2.8 INPUT/OUTPUT MENU
WARNING !!!
After every software upgrade the RAM is cleared and the chart plotter re starts with the usual
default settings. Please go to the Input/output menu and set the proper input format once again.
3.2.8.1 Port 1/Port 2/Port 3 Input
Sets or disables the format for the navigation data input serial Port1/2/3.
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The default setting is NMEA-0183 4800-N81-N. For example to set the Port 2 as
NMEA-0183 (4800 Baud Rate, Parity None, 8 Bits Number, 1 Stop Bit and Normal
Polarity) you must select:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT 2 INPUT" + 'ENTER'+ "NMEA-0183 4800-N81-N" + 'ENTER'
Note
The port selection for C-COM or BBFF (Fish Finder) system defines on which Port (in Input or
Output) are to be connected the two systems. It is important to remark that this setting affects the
Input and the Output of the selected Port. If the C-COM or BBFF (Fish Finder) was already
assigned to one Port and the user tries to set the C-COM or BBFF (Fish Finder) to another port,
the chart plotter will show a message that warns the user about the current settings and asks if the
new settings should overwrite the previous ones.
3.2.8.2 Port 1/Port 2/Port 3 Output
Sets or disables the output interface. The default setting is NMEA-0183 4800-
N81-N. For example to set the Port 2 as NMEA-0180 you must select:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT 2 OUTPUT" + 'ENTER'+ "NMEA-0180" + 'ENTER'
Note
Selecting NMEA-0180 or NMEA-0180CDX the chart plotter shows a message to advise the user
that the related input will be disabled.
3.2.8.3 Port 1/Port 2/Port 3 NMEA Output Messages Selection
The chart plotter allows customizing the NMEA-0183 sentence transmitted
on each port. The default setting is GLL, VTG, XTE, RMB, RMC, APB On and
BOD, BWC, RMA, WCV, GGA, HSC, HDG Off.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT 1/2/3 OUTPUT SENTENCES" + 'ENTER'
3.2.8.4 GPS Setup Menu
It is possible to set the your preferred configuration for the connected GPS.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"GPS SETUP" + 'ENTER'
Note
This item is shown alternately to the selection of the output messages when to the related port is
connected a GPS identificable by the chart plotter.
Internal GPS F
OR
C
OMPACT
X5 & C
OMPACT
X5 F
ISH
Enables (On) or disables (Off) the Internal GPS. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"GPS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "INTERNAL GPS" + 'ENTER'
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Restart GPS
Restarts all GPS processes. Once executed, the message "Done" is shown.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"GPS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "RESTART GPS" + 'ENTER'
Differential Correction Source
Allows setting what kind of Differential Correction will be used by the GPS be-
tween WAAS-EGNOS and RTCM (beacon correction). The default setting is WAAS-
EGNOS.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"GPS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "DIFF CORRECTION SOURCE" + 'ENTER'
Navigation Speed
Allows setting the Navigation Speed among Low Speed, Medium Speed and High
Speed.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"GPS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATION SPEED" + 'ENTER'
3.2.8.5 Send & Receive Marks/Routes
Sets the desired port used for transferring User Points and Routes functions:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"SEND/REC ROUTES & MARKS" + 'ENTER' + "Port1/Port2/Port3" + 'ENTER'
3.2.8.6 C-Link
Selects the Master unit (Primary Station) or the Slave unit (Secondary Station):
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"C-LINK" + 'ENTER' + "Secondary Station/Primary Station" + 'ENTER'
3.2.8.7 Cable Wiring Page
Shows a window containing the interface cable wiring. See Par. 6.3 and 6.4.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"CABLE WIRING" + 'ENTER'
3.2.8.8 Fish Finder Transmission F
OR
SKY
X5 F
ISH
& C
OMPACT
X5
FISH
The Fish Finderinternal is connected directly to the Port 2. To switch the
internal Fish Finder transmission On/Off follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"FISH FINDER + 'ENTER'
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3.2.9 C-VOICE MENU
AVAILABLE ONLY IF THE CHART PLOTTER IS CONNECTED TO VOICE NAVIGATION SYSTEM
The chart plotter has two different vocal modes, Navigation and Echosounder.
According to what mode is selected the messages spoken from the chart plotter are
different.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "C-VOICE" + 'ENTER'
3.2.9.1 Navigation
Enables (On), disables (Off) or insert the time (2, 5, 10, 15 minutes) for the
Navigation Voice mode. If it is On, the message is always sent, as fast as possible.
Instead if it is one among the available values, for example 2 minutes, the message is
sent related to the selected time, in the previous example every two minutes.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "C-VOICE" + 'ENTER' +
"NAVIGATION" + 'ENTER'
3.2.9.2 Echosounder
Enables (On) or disables (Off) the Echosounder Voice mode. If it is On, the
Depth message is spoken. The message is spoken if a valid depth data is received by
the chart plotter or if it is in Simulation mode. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "C-VOICE" + 'ENTER' +
"ECHOSOUNDER" + 'ENTER'
3.2.9.3 Output Port
Selects the Output Port for the Voice function. The default setting is Port 1.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "C- VOICE" + 'ENTER' + "OUTPUT
PORT" + 'ENTER'
3.3 A-B-C-D FUNCTION
The A-B-C-D function allows you to create the A, B, C, D points and to
delete them.
3.3.1 INSERTING THE A-B-C-D POINTS
Place the cursor on the desired position and press 'ENTER': the A point and
an information window on A appear. Move the cursor and press 'ENTER' again: the
B point appears, connected to A with a straight segment; an information window on
A-B segment (distance (DST), bearing (BRG) and total distance from the first point)
appears. Moving the cursor and pressing 'ENTER' places the C and D points:
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Fig. 3.3.1 - A-B-C-D points
Note
Press 'A-B-C-D' to select the A_B_C_D function (if 'FUNCTION' is set as 'A-B-C-D' - see Par. 2.1)
3.3.2 DELETING THE A-B-C-D POINTS
Place the cursor on the desired point (A, B, C or D) and press 'CLEAR': the
point is deleted. When the point is deleted, the cursor is placed on the previous
point, if existed. The labels of the next points are renamed.
3.3.3 NAVIGATING ON THE A-B-C-D POINTS
If fix received is good, place the cursor on the desired point A, B, C or D and
press 'GO-TO'. When the ship arrives to the Destination point, navigation follows
to the next point (if existed).
3.4 NAVIGATING TO A SINGLE DESTINATION
3.4.1 DISTANCE AND BEARING TO TARGET (DESTINATION)
Once you have positioned the cursor on your desired location (a generic
point on the map) press 'GO-TO'. On the screen is shown a straight line connecting
the Target (called DEST) with the ship's position and an information window with
Target position, that disappears when the cursor is moved from the Target. When
the Target is placed, all navigation data are referred to this Target.
Note
When the chart plotter is turned Off, the Target does not remain in memory.
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Distance to Target
Target
Bearing to Target
Fig. 3.4.1 - Navigation to a single destination
3.4.2 TIME TO GO
When the Target is set the TTG value is displayed in the Graphic Data page:
'PAGE' more times to select the Graphic Data page
Note
If SOG value is less than 1.0 knots or the BRG is greater than 90 degrees, the TTG value is not
displayed.
3.4.3 DELETING TARGET
Press cursor on Target icon, press 'CLEAR': the symbol identifies Target
disappears from the screen.
Otherwise (when the cursor is placed in a generic position on the chart)
press 'GO-TO'. A window appears to advise that the Destination is present: select
the item "STOP" and press 'ENTER', the symbol identifies Target disappears from
the screen.
Note
If you select the "START" item and press 'ENTER', the Target icon is moved on the new cursor
position.
3.5 C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
MAX CARTOGRAPHY INFORMATION
MAX is a major evolution of the product technology. Key points are:
Data Features
• ISO Certification (electronic chart production process with quality certification)
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• Extra Large Coverage (all the C-MAP B
Y
J
EPPESEN
electronic chart detail and a
huge coverage without having to change cartridge)
• Official data source (data based on use of official data sources)
• Detailed World Background (worldwide background chart with details)
• Depths & Land Elevation (color shading of sea depth and land altitude for
improved chart reading)
• Bathymetric & Spot Soundings (additional Data Base with depth and bathy
information for an extraordinary view of the seabed depth)
• Detailed Port Plan (complete port and marina charts with detail)
• Search & Find (quickly locates chart contents and objects)
• Tides Preview (dynamic simulation of tides)
• Dynamic Currents (current arrows dynamically display direction and speed)
• Dynamic Nav-Aids (displays Nav-Aids in true color and with real interval lighting)
• Port Info (all the information of the available services in the ports and how to
contact them)
• Enhanced Port Info & Roads (details of the available facilities and services in
ports and surrounding areas)
• Object Info (indicates restricted area details and related information)
• Quick Info (full information on objects, buoys, wrecks, shoals and Nav-Aids)
• Photos & Diagrams (high definition pictures of ports, piers, bridge diagrams
and nav-aids)
• Multilanguage Support (displays charts in the local character set)
• True-Type Font (improves text on chart for optimal reading)
Presentation Features
• Clear View (advanced legibility techniques providing more chart data on the
screen)
• Clear Info (sophisticated "Human Dictionary" to translate Nav-Aid abbrevia-
tions found on paper charts)
• Dynamic Nav-Aids (an innovative and dynamic presentation mode)
• Flexi-Zoom (increased Under and Over Zoom between chart levels, resulting in
optimal scale display for any situation)
• Dynamic Elevation Data (optimized palettes including the NOAA color palette)
• Perspective View ("Real World" perspective view of the chart, updated real-time
during navigation)
• Smooth-Zoom (smooth transition of cartographic levels)
• Enhanced Turbo-Zoom (extra fast cartography level change displaying the most
important cartographic objects)
• Enhanced Mixing Levels (seamless data presentation)
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• Off-line redraw (cartography level transition without image construction)
Cartographic Data related Features
• Guardian Alarm (automatic control and alarm over obstacles on charts in front
of your boat)
• Safety Toolbar (interactive alarm system for situational awareness on screen)
• Safety Route Check (sophisticated function checking dangerous objects along
your navigation route)
MAX and NT/NT
+
C-CARD coexistence
• When NT
+
data and MAX data cover different areas, the chart plotter gets
data from both charts (depending on the current position).
• When NT
+
data and MAX data cover the same area, the chart plotter gets
data only from MAX chart.
3.5.1 MAP SETTINGS MENU
It is possible to select the Map Settings Menu following the procedure:
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER'
3.5.1.1 3D View (Perspective View)
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "3D View" + 'ENTER'+ "ON" +
'ENTER'
or:
'MODE' more times (if set by menu, see Par. 5.3)
Note
If selected using the 'MODE' key, an information window describing the newly selected mode is
shown on the center of the screen for about 2 seconds, see also Par. 2.1.
Chart data may be projected in perspective mode (3D) during navigation.
This function allows setting the panoramic View of the chart. As the upper side of
the map is more compressed than the lower side, a wider map area is visible. The
perspective view allows showing more chart information immediately ahead and
around the cursor. The default setting is Off.
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Fig. 3.5.1.1 - Perspective View
3.5.1.2 Palette
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Palette" + 'ENTER'
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, NOAA, Sunlight and Night.
• Normal is recommended when the chart plotter 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 uses more vivid colors. This is the default setting.
• NOAA allows setting NOAA paper chart colors presentation.
• Sunlight is designed to enhance the visibility of the screen when the chart
plotter 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.
• Night is recommended when the environment is dark in order to reduce the
glare of the display. The chart plotter displays maps and screen in darker colors.
3.5.1.3 Map Orientation
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Map Orientation" + 'ENTER'
Selects the orientation of your chart according to North, Head, Course. It is
possible to select the resolution angle for the Map Orientation.
• North: the map is shown with North upwards. This is the default setting.
• Head: the map is shown with the ship's current heading upwards.
• Course: the map is displayed with the currently selected course leg upwards.
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3.5.1.4 Zoom Type
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + " Zoom Type" + 'ENTER'
This feature allows more expansions or compression of the chart scale while
zooming in or out. Zoom Type has two options; Standard (default) or Flexi-Zoom.
When in Flexi-Zoom mode, a short 'ZOOM...' push causes a change of chart, whilst
a long 'ZOOM...' push (press and hold) causes a pop-up window to be displayed on
a corner of the screen. The window shows the current zoom factor. By pressing
'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM OUT' the map is expanded or compressed according to the
zoom factor selected. The window is automatically closed if 'ZOOM...' is not pressed
for 2 seconds and the selected zoom factor will be used at the next zoom in/out.
3.5.1.5 Fonts & Symbols
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Fonts & Symbols" + 'ENTER'
On MAX charts it is possible to set the size of all names and symbols drawn
on the charts, selecting between Normal size (the regular characters size) and Large
size. The default setting is Normal.
NORMAL size
LARGE size
Fig. 3.5.1.5 - Example of Normal size (on the left side) and Large side (on the right side) settings
3.5.1.6 Dynamic Nav-Aids
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Dynamic Nav-Aids" + 'ENTER'
This function allows settings blinking lights on Nav-Aids. The blink period
and color of each Nav-aid is read from the Nav-Aid attributes available on the data
cartridge. When the ship is inside the Nav-Aid nominal range, the light of the Nav-
Aid will start blinking. When Dynamic Nav-Aids option is set to On, when the
flashing light is Off, or when fix position is out of the sector, the light color is dis-
played by using a faint light color. The default setting is Off.
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3.5.1.7 Mixing Levels
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Mixing Levels" + 'ENTER'
When the map coverage at the current zoom level does not fill the entire
screen, the chart plotter draws the rest of the map expanding the cartographic infor-
mation 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
area not covered by data of the current level the chart plotter zooms out to the first
level covered by cartographic data. The default setting is On.
Note
The Mixing Levels function works only with the new
C-CARDs. It also affects the speed of the
redraw of the screen. If this function is not used it maybe disabled.
3.5.1.8 Safety Status Bar (DSI - Data Safety Indicator)
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Safety Status Bar" + 'ENTER'
It is possible to choose between the three following options:
• ON : the Safety Status Bar is shown
• OFF : the Safety Status Bar is not shown
• ICON : the Safety Status Bar is not shown, but a warning alarm icon
is shown on the corner of the map screen as soon as any item
controlled by the DSI function returns an alarm condition.
The Warning Icon remains displayed until the alarm condi-
tion persists. Placing the cursor over it, a quick help message
is shown next to the DSI icon, allowing to show the DSI bar.
In this case - when the DSI bar is opened via DSI alarm icon -
it is allowed to obtain information about each “active” DSI
box (the red ones): it is possible to select them by cursor move-
ment left/right, and a list of active alarms is shown under-
neath the selected box. By pressing 'CLEAR', the DSI bar is
removed from the screen.
When Safety Status Bar is On, this feature displays a status bar with six boxes
showing the status of certain functions. Any warning or alarm condition is identified
by the red color to indicate possible risk.
Fig. 3.5.1.8 - Safety Status Bar
Boxes definition is as follows:
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Zoom
• Normal: when the chart is displayed at normal scale.
• U. Zoom: red when the chart is under-zoomed out more than twice normal
scale, gray otherwise.
• O. Zoom: red when the chart is over-zoomed in more than twice normal
scale, gray otherwise.
• Chart Lock: red when the chart is zoomed in more than twice normal scale,
gray otherwise.
Best Scale
Red when a more detailed chart is available under the cursor position.
Data Off
Red when at least one of the following objects or layers is turned off (by the
user): Depths/soundings; Wrecks/obstructions; Tracks/routes; Attention
areas; Nav-Aids.
Clear View
Displays when Clear View function is On.
Dangers
Red when “Guardian Technology” detects one of the following objects: Land,
Intertidal, Depth Area, Rocks, Obstructions, Shoreline Constructions, Fish-
ing Facility, Wrecks, Dragged area, Diffusion area, Mooring facilities, Pingos
and Production installations.
Caution
Red when “Guardian Technology” detects cautionary or restricted area.
3.5.1.9 Satellite Imagery
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "SATELLITE IMAGERY" + 'ENTER'
It is possible to overlay the Satellite image for background map. When it is
set On, the Palette is set to Normal to display the proper colors.
3.5.1.10 Currents Prediction
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Currents Prediction" + 'ENTER'
It is possible to see the variation of the Tidal arrows on the selected area at
any given time. A window is shown on the low-left side of the chart, press 'ENTER'
to set the date and time manually, 'MENU' to decrease time and 'GOTO' to in-
crease time.
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3.5.1.11 Selecting the Chart Language
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Chart Language" + 'ENTER'
The possible choices are:
Language: Allows setting the language to display chart information. The language is
chosen among the list of languages available on the cartographic data (C-CARD or
embedded charts).
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Chart Language" + 'ENTER' + "Lan-
guage" + 'ENTER'
Mode: Defines how objects are translated. It is possible to choose between the three
following options:
• OFF : Uses the same Language used for LANGUAGE. If the se-
lected language is not present on the objects information,
English is used instead.
• ENGLISH : Always uses English.
• LOCAL : Uses the first Local language present on data. If no Local lan-
guage is available, English is used instead.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Chart Language" + 'ENTER' + "Mode"
+ 'ENTER'
Note
a. When User Interface Language is changed, Chart Language settings are set as follows:
MODE is set to Off and Chart Language is set as the User Interface Language selection
if available on the chart data, otherwise is set to English.
b. If the cartographic data is changed (for example the C-CARD is removed or replaced),
Chart Language settings should be verified and if necessary changed.
3.5.1.12 Other Map Configurations
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
This function allows the user to customize the following selections and is
divided into the following setting: Marine Settings, Depth Settings, Land Settings,
Underwater Objects Settings and Chart Settings.
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, Medium, Low, Radar, Tides,
Custom. The default setting is Custom.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Display Mode" + 'ENTER'
The table below shows the selections for each mode:
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Setting Full Medium Low Radar Tides Custom
(Default values)
Names On On On On On On
Name Tags On Off Off Off Off On
Nav Aids & Light Sectors On No Sector No Sector No Sector Off On
Attention Areas On On Off Off Off On
Tides & Currents On Off Off Off On On
Seabed Type On Off Off Off Off On
Ports & Services On On Off On Off On
Tracks & Routes On Off Off Off Off On
Depth Range Min 0Mt 0Mt 0Mt 0Mt 0Mt 0Mt
Depth Range Max 9999Mt 9999Mt 9999Mt 9999Mt 9999Mt 5Mt
Land Elevations On On Off Off Off Off
Land Elevation Values On Off Off Off Off On
Roads On Off Off Off Off On
Points Of Interest On Off Off Off Off On
Lat/Lon Grid On Off Off Off Off On
Chart Boundaries On Auto Off Off Off Auto
Value-Added Data On Off Off Off Off On
Chart Lock On On On On On On
Underwater Objects Limit 9999Mt 10Mt 10Mt 10Mt 10Mt 3Mt
Rocks Icon+Depth Icon Icon Icon Icon Icon
Obstructions Icon+Depth Icon Icon Icon Icon Icon
Diffusers Icon+Depth Icon Icon Icon Icon Icon
Wrecks Icon+Depth Icon Icon Icon Icon Icon
Names: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Names" + 'ENTER'
Name Tags: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Name Tags" + 'ENTER"
Nav Aids & Light Sectors: On (Nav Aids & Light Sectors are shown)/Off (Nav
Aids & Light Sectors are not shown)/No Sector (Nav Aids are shown, Light Sectors
are hidden). The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Nav Aids & Light Sectors" + 'ENTER'
Attention Areas: On/Off. The default setting is On. The Attention Areas will al-
ways be contour only when On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Attention Areas" + 'ENTER'
Tide & Currents: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Tides & Currents" + 'ENTER'
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Seabed Type: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+"Seabed Type" + 'ENTER'
Ports & Services: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+"Ports & Services" + 'ENTER'
Tracks & Routes: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Tracks & Routes" + 'ENTER'
Depth Range Min: Sets a min reference depth value. The default setting is 0Mt.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Depth Range Min" + 'ENTER'
Depth Range Max: Sets a max reference depth value. The default setting is 5Mt.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+"Depth Range Max" + 'ENTER'
Land Elevations: On/Off. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Land Elevations" + 'ENTER'
Land Elevation Values: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Land Elevation Values" + 'ENTER'
Roads: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Roads" + 'ENTER'
Points Of Interest: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Points Of Interest" + 'ENTER'
Lat/Lon Grid: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Lat/Lon Grid" + 'ENTER'
Chart Boundaries: On/Off/Auto. The default setting is Auto.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Chart Boundaries" + 'ENTER'
Value-Added Data: On/Off. The default setting is On.
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'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Value-Added Data" + 'ENTER'
Chart Lock: On/Off. The default setting is On.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Chart Lock" + 'ENTER'
Underwater Objects Limit: Selects the max depth value to display Underwater
Objects. The default setting is 3Mt.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Underwater Objects Limit" + 'ENTER'
• If value is set to 0 Mt, the Underwater Objects are not shown on the charts.
Menu options are grayed out.
• If value is more than 0 Mt (i.e. 10 Mt), in the Range from 0 Mt to the selected
value the Underwater Objects are displayed according to their setting below.
Rocks: Off/Icon/Icon+Depth (*). The default setting is Icon.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Rocks" + 'ENTER'
Obstructions: Off/Icon/Icon+Depth (*). The default setting is Icon.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Obstructions" + 'ENTER'
Diffusers: Off/Icon/Icon+Depth (*). The default setting is Icon.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Diffusers" + 'ENTER'
Wrecks: Off/Icon/Icon+Depth (*). The default setting is Icon.
'MENU' + "MAP SETTINGS" +'ENTER' + "Other Map Configurations" + 'ENTER'
+ "Wrecks" + 'ENTER'
Note (*)
Choose the option:
• OFF : the object is not visible independently of the selected “Underwater
Object Depth Value”
• ICON : the object icon is visible without tags, in the range selected from
“Underwater Object Depth Value” option
• ICON+DEPTH : the object icon and tag is visible, in the range selected from “Under-
water Object Depth Value” option
3.5.2 GETTING AUTOMATIC INFO
The type of Automatic Info is user selectable.
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'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' +"AUTO
INFO" + 'ENTER'
The possible settings are:
• 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, obstruc-
tions, land markers, etc.). The Automatic Info On All shows information when the
cursor is placed on points, on lines (as Depth contours, Traffic Separation, Territo-
rial 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. 3.5.2 - Automatic Info on Points window
If you press 'ENTER' you get the information about that object.
3.5.2.1 Info on objects with Pictures
On the Quick Info, there will be the camera icon on the top bar of
the window if at least one of the objects found has one or more pictures
associated.
Fig. 3.5.2.1 - Example of Quick Info on objects with picture
On the Full Info, there will be the small camera icon on a corner of the
square containing the object icon or a big photo icon centered on the square for the
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object without icon.
ENTER to show the picture
Fig. 3.5.2.1a - Example of Full Info on objects with picture
To see the picture press 'MENU' when the object with a picture is high-
lighted.
Change Picture Size
When the picture is shown, it is possible to fit it to screen by pressing 'ENTER'.
3.5.2.2 Quick Info on Lakes
Upon viewing the chart of a lake, you will click on to query the available
information immediately displayed with many details. For example, see the follow-
ing picture:
Lakes Info icon
Fig. 3.5.2.2 - Example of Lakes info
When the cursor is placed over the icon, the icons of the available services are
shown:
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Fig. 3.5.2.2a - Quick Info: available services
If you press 'ENTER' all available information about the cartographic point
under the cursor will be shown. See the next paragraph.
3.5.2.3 Full Info on Lakes
The following is an example of Full Info on Lakes:
MENU to show picture
Fig. 3.5.2.3 - Example of Full Info page
To see the "Fishing" object press 'MENU' (when the "Fishing" object is
highlighted). On the screen appears:
Fig. 3.5.2.3a - Example of picture associated to the Fishing object
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3.5.3 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 Tree’s items.
The upper side of the page contains the Info Tree and the Lower side con-
tains 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.
3.5.4 INFO FUNCTION
Place the cursor in any place you want and press:
'MENU' + 'INFO'
to show the Info Tree and Expanded Info page (see Par. 3.5.3).
3.5.5 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).
Port Info icon
Fig. 3.5.5 - Port Info icon
The available information is shown in the Automatic Info window where
icons of the available services are shown:
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Fig. 3.5.5a - Automatic Info window
To expand information about that object press 'ENTER'.
3.5.6 GETTING TIDE INFO
When you will see a Tide Info icon you can click on it to query the available
information that will immediately be displayed.
Tide Info icon
Fig. 3.5.6 - Tide Info icon
Place the cursor on the Tide symbol, a Automatic Info window is opened:
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Fig. 3.5.6a - Automatic Info on Tide
To display the Tide Graph page, press 'ENTER':
Values referred to the
VERTICAL cursor
VERTICAL cursor
Values referred to the
HORIZONTAL cursor
HORIZONTAL cursor
Values referred to the
VERTICAL cursor
Fig. 3.5.6b - Tide Graph
Using the cursor key, 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 cursor key up/down to insert the
preferred number and use it left/right to move cursor to left/right).
Note
Tide graphs are an approximation of the tide and they should be used in conjunction with
traditional tide tables and navigational methods.
3.5.7 FIND FUNCTION
The chart plotter allows finding Nearest Services, Tide Stations, Wrecks,
Obstructions, Port By Name, Port By Distance, Lakes Info, Lakes By Name, Points
Of Interest.
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3.5.7.1 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' + "NEAREST SERVICES" + 'ENTER'
The icons of the available services are shown. Use the cursor key to select
any facility and press 'ENTER'. 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'.
3.5.7.2 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. 3.5.6).
Press 'CLEAR' to display the Tide Station chosen.
3.5.7.3 Finding Wrecks
Searches for nearest Wrecks:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "WRECKS" + 'ENTER'
Use the cursor key to select the port and 'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM OUT' to
select next/previous page. Press 'ENTER' to locate the selected Wreck on the map.
3.5.7.4 Finding Obstructions
Searches for nearest Obstructions:
'MENU' +"FIND" + 'ENTER' + "OBSTRUCTIONS" + 'ENTER'
Use the cursor key to select the port and 'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM OUT' to
select next/previous page. Press 'ENTER' to locate the selected Obstruction.
3.5.7.5 Finding Port By Name
To select the Port By Name function following the procedure:
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT BY NAME" + 'ENTER'
Shows the list of all ports stored on the C-CARD in alphabetical order and
allows to search ports by name to locate the ports on the map.
3.5.7.6 Finding Port By Distance
To select the Port By Distance function following the procedure:
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "PORT BY DISTANCE" + 'ENTER'
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Shows the list of all ports stored on the C-CARD in closest distance order
and allows to locate the ports on the map.
3.5.7.7 Finding Lakes Information
Searches for nearest Lakes information:
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "LAKES INFO" + 'ENTER'
It founds the Outdoor Recreational Area objects. See the following picture:
Fig. 3.5.7.7 - Outdoor Recreational Area objects
Use the cursor key to select any objects and press 'ENTER'. The list of the
nearest lakes containing the facility will be shown on the screen.
Fig. 3.5.7.7a - Nearest Lakes list
Then choose the lake you want and press 'ENTER': the Full Info page is
shown.
3.5.7.8 Finding Lakes By Name
Selects the Lakes By Name function:
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "LAKES BY NAME" + 'ENTER'
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Shows the list of all lakes stored on the C-CARD in alphabetic order. Press-
ing 'MENU' to insert the Lake name.
3.5.7.9 Finding Points Of Interest
Searches for nearest Points Of Interest:
'MENU' + "FIND" + 'ENTER' + "POINTS OF INTEREST" + 'ENTER'
A sub-menu is opened to find different categories of Points Of Interest.
3.6 MAN OVERBOARD (MOB)
It is an important function useful in the case someone or something falls
overboard.
3.6.1 INSERTING MOB
Press 'MOB' to place MOB symbol at ship's coordinates. On the screen the
MOB symbol and a window to advise the MOB is activated appear, press 'CLEAR'
to delete this window. Data displayed in Text Area are related to MOB. Placing the
cursor on the MOB symbol an information window appears:
Fig. 3.6.1 - Man Overboard
Note
In the information window the bottom side "ENTER for Options" appears only if the "Advanced
Functions" item in the "Basic Settings" menu is activated (On), see Par. 3.2.4.
3.6.2 DELETING MOB
Press 'MOB', select 'CANCEL" and press 'ENTER' again. The MOB sym-
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bol remains on the screen shaded until the next screen redraws.
Note
If the "Advanced Settings" item in the menu "Basic Settings" is activated (On), see Par. 3.2.4,
placing the cursor on MOB the information window appears as shown in the previous Fig. 3.6.1.
Press 'ENTER', select "CANCEL" and press 'ENTER' again: the MOB symbol remains on the
screen shaded until the next screen redraws.
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For the Experienced User
Now you have had a chance to became familiar with your new chart plotter,
there are a great number of advanced features that you will find helpful. First of all
the use of the Advanced Mode.
The chart plotter can operate in two different modes: Basic Mode and Ad-
vanced Mode. In the first mode there is a restricted number of functions, while in
Advanced Mode it is possible to have more available functions, for example it is
possible to handle Waypoints. To select the Advanced Mode:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ADVANCED FUNCTIONS" +
'ENTER' + "ON" + 'ENTER'
When Advanced Functions is Off the chart plotter operates in Basic Mode.
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 WAYPOINT
You may add Waypoints, delete Waypoints from a route, move any Way-
point 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.
4.1.1.1 Adding Waypoint
Select Advanced Mode + 'ENTER' + "WAYPOINT" + 'ENTER'
or:
'WAYPOINT' (if it is present)
The Waypoint appears on the cursor position. An info window is shown
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containing route number, Waypoint name, symbol and Latitude/Longitude.
Fig. 4.1.1.1 - Waypoint placing
4.1.1.2 Creating a route
Repeat the "Adding Waypoint" procedure described in the previous Par.
4.1.1.1. 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. 4.1.1.2 - Route planning
4.1.1.3 Deleting Waypoint
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Waypoint
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Fig. 4.1.1.3 - Deleting Waypoint (I)
Press 'ENTER'. Select "DELETE" and press 'ENTER'. The Waypoint is
deleted and a new line between previous and next Waypoint is shown.
Fig. 4.1.1.3a - Deleting Waypoint (II)
4.1.1.4 Deleting route
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Waypoint
Press 'ENTER'. Select "DELETE ROUTE" and press 'ENTER'. A window
is opened: select "YES" and press 'ENTER' to confirm (select "NO" and press
'ENTER' otherwise). The route remains on the screen shaded until the screen is
redrawn. To delete route see also Par. 4.1.2.2 and 4.1.2.4.
4.1.1.5 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 'GO-TO'. A circle
surrounds the Waypoint 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.
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Fig. 4.1.1.5 - Selecting destination (Target)
The destination will automatically switch to the next Waypoint on the route
when you reach or pass the present destination.
Time To Go
When the Target is set the TTG value is displayed in the Graphic Data page:
'PAGE' more times to select Graphic Data page
Note
If SOG value is less than 1.0 knots or the BRG is greater than 90 degrees, the TTg value is not
displayed.
Deleting Target
If in Basic Mode place cursor on Target icon and press 'CLEAR': the symbol that
identifies Target disappears from the screen, but the Waypoint remains.
If in Advanced Mode (see Par. 3.4.3) place cursor on Target icon, press 'ENTER',
select "STOP NAV" and press 'ENTER': the symbol that identifies Target disap-
pears from the screen, but the Waypoint remains.
Note
If you select "NEXT"/"PREV" and press 'ENTER', the Target icon is moved on the next/
previous Waypoint in the route.
Otherwise in both Modes (when the cursor is placed in a generic position on the
chart) press 'GO-TO'. A window appears to advice that the Destination point is
present: select "STOP" and press 'ENTER', the symbol that identifies Target
disappears from the screen, but the Waypoint remains.
Note
If you select "START" and press 'ENTER', the Target icon is moved on the new cursor position.
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4.1.1.6 Moving Waypoint
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Waypoint
Press 'ENTER'. Select "MOVE" and press 'ENTER'. Use the cursor key to
move the cursor: a dotted line, connecting the Waypoint to the new position, is shown:
Fig. 4.1.1.6 - Moving Waypoint function (I)
To place the Waypoint in the new position, choose the new place and press
'ENTER' ('CLEAR' otherwise), Waypoint appears in the new position:
Fig. 4.1.1.6a - Moving Waypoint function (II)
4.1.1.7 Inserting Waypoint
Every time you place the cursor on the segment connecting two existing
Waypoints of a route the following function is available.
Place cursor on route leg
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Fig. 4.1.1.7 - Placing Waypoint between two existing ones (I)
Press 'ENTER'. Select "INSERT" and press 'ENTER'. 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. 4.1.1.7a - Placing Waypoint between two existing ones (II)
Once you have positioned the cursor at new location, press 'ENTER' (press
'CLEAR' to abort operation):
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Fig. 4.1.1.7b - Placing Waypoint between two existing ones (III)
4.1.1.8 Editing Waypoint
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Waypoint
Press 'ENTER'. Select "EDIT" and press 'ENTER' to modify a Waypoint.
A window will be shown with Name, Symbol, Color and Latitude/Longitude of the
Waypoint, advising about what Waypoint data are modifiable.
Fig. 4.1.1.8 - Edit Waypoint (I)
Use the cursor key to select the field. If you have selected Name field, press
'ENTER': use the cursor key to insert the character (8 characters max), press 'ENTER'.
If Symbol field is selected press 'ENTER': a window with 16 different symbols appears:
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Fig. 4.1.1.8a - Edit Waypoint (II): Waypoint symbols
Use the cursor key to select the symbol and press 'ENTER'. If select Coordi-
nates field, press 'ENTER' and then use the cursor key to insert the value. If Color
field is selected press 'ENTER': a window with 8 different colors appears, use the
cursor key to select the desired color and press 'ENTER'. Then press 'CLEAR'.
Fig. 4.1.1.8b - Edit Waypoint (III)
4.1.1.9 Finding information on Waypoints: User Points List page
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
Move up/down the cursor key to select the User Point you wish. If the page
contains more than 8 User Points, the list continues in the next pages.
Finding User Points
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' +
"FIND' + 'ENTER'
The chart plotter exits from the User Points List page and redraws the chart. The
selected point appears, with the cursor placed on it.
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Deleting selected User Point
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' +
"CLR-ONE' + 'ENTER'
Deletes the selected User Point. A warning message appears, select "YES" and press
'ENTER' ('CLEAR' otherwise).
Deleting all User Points with the same symbol
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' +
"CLR-SYM' + 'ENTER'
Deletes all User Points which have the same identifier of that shown in the selected row.
A warning message appears, select "YES" and press 'ENTER' ('CLEAR' otherwise).
Deleting all User Points with the same type
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' +
"CLR-TYP' + 'ENTER'
Deletes all User Points which have the same type of that shown in the selected row.
A warning message appears, select "YES" and press 'ENTER' ('CLEAR' otherwise).
Deleting all stored User Points
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' +
"CLR-ALL' + 'ENTER'
A warning message appears, select "YES" and press 'ENTER' ('CLEAR' otherwise)
to delete all stored User Points.
Send/Receive User Points
Sends all User Points to an external device using the serial port:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' +
"SEND"
Reads all User Points from NMEA Input port:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER' +
"RECEIVE"
4.1.2 ROUTES
The following functions are used for the route management. The chart plotter
handles routes from 1-25, which are permanently stored in the memory as they are
created. Only one route can be selected for work at any one time.
4.1.2.1 Selecting route
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"CURRENT ROUTE" + 'ENTER'
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A window appears with the route number list and the related route name.
Use the cursor key to scroll the list up/down. Pressing 'ENTER' the selected route
becomes the current route.
Note
If there is the Target in the current route, it is not possible to change the current route. So if the
"Current Route" item is selected, a Warning window appears because Go-To is placed in the
current route.
4.1.2.2 Route name
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE NAME" + 'ENTER'
Use the cursor key to insert the route name (max 16 alphanumeric char.).
4.1.2.3 Deleting route
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"DELETE ROUTE" + 'ENTER'
A window is opened: select "YES" and press 'ENTER' to confirm (select
"NO" and press 'ENTER' otherwise). The route remains on the screen shaded until
the screen is redrawn. To delete route see also Par. 4.1.1.4 and 4.1.2.4).
4.1.2.4 Reversing route
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REVERSE" + 'ENTER'
Reversing a route plan is most typically used to return to the point where the
route originally started.
4.1.2.5 Route color
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE COLOR" + 'ENTER'
A window is opened: use the cursor keys to select the route color you want
among the 8 colors available. Press 'ENTER' to confirm. The route appears on the
screen colored by the selected color. It is possible to select a different color for any
route.
4.1.2.6 Send/Receive route
To transmit the active route information onto the NMEA output port.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "SEND"
The NMEA WPL & RTE messages are sent to the output port.
To save route information received from the NMEA input port.
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'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"RECEIVE"
The received route is saved on the active route, overwriting it. The NMEA
WPL & RTE messages are sent to the input port.
4.1.2.7 Finding information on a route: Route Report
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REPORT" + 'ENTER'
If there are more than 8 Waypoints shown, use the cursor key to select another
page.
Waypoint number
Leg Distance
(Distance between the
Waypoint and the previous one)
Total Distance
(Distance from the first
Waypoint of the route)
Waypoint position
Bearing
Fuel consumption between the
Waypoint and the previous one
Navigation time from the
Waypoint and the previous one
Fig. 4.1.2.7 - Route Data Report page
Selecting route
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REPORT" + 'ENTER' + "SELECT" + 'ENTER'
Use the cursor key to select the route number and press 'ENTER'. The route, shown
by straight segments, is centered on the screen, with the cursor on the central Way-
point. See also Par. 4.1.2.1.
Note
If there is the Target in the current route, it is not possible to change the current route. So if the
"Select" item is selected, the chart plotter emits three beeps.
Route name
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REPORT" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE NAME" + 'ENTER'
Use the cursor key to insert the route name (max 16 alphanumeric char.).
Route color
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REPORT" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE COLOR" + 'ENTER'
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Select the route color you want among the 8 colors available. Press 'ENTER' to
confirm.
Reversing route
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REPORT" + 'ENTER' + "INVERT" + 'ENTER'
Reversing a route plan is most typically used to return to the point where the route
originally started. See also Par. 4.1.2.4.
Deleting route
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REPORT" + 'ENTER' + "CLEAR" + 'ENTER'
A window is opened: select "YES" and press 'ENTER' to confirm (select "NO" and
press 'ENTER' otherwise). The route remains on the screen shaded until the screen
is redrawn. To delete the route see also Par. 4.1.1.4 and 4.1.2.3.
Changing Speed & Fuel values
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE REPORT" + 'ENTER'
It is possible to modify the Speed and Fuel consumption values, respectively by se-
lecting "SPEED" and "FUEL". Insert value by using the cursor key and pressing
'ENTER'.
4.1.2.8 Safe Route Checking
This function checks the presence of particular cartographic objects (see the list below)
on a range set by the user for all route legs:
• Land Areas
• Shallow Water
• Intertidal Areas
• Rocks
• Wrecks
• Obstructions
• Shoreline Constructions
• Fishing Facility
• Dreged Areas
• Diffusers
• Mooring/Warping Facility
• Production Installation
• Pingos
• No Data Available
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If any of these alarm conditions is detected, the function returns the list of dangerous
objects and the relative dangerous route leg, that is drawn with a different color.
To activate this function:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "AU-
TOMATIC CHECK" + 'ENTER' + "ON" + 'ENTER'
Note
If Automatic Check is enabled, anytime you append or insert a new Waypoint, delete, move or
edit any Waypoint, the Route is checked. Only the modified Route legs are checked.
To select the width of the detected area aside the route:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE WIDTH" + 'ENTER'
Note
Safe Route width value represents half the total width checked by the function.
To select the depth of the detected area aside the route:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE DEPTH" + 'ENTER'
It also possible to select the accuracy for the route check, among Very Low,
Low, Medium, High and Very High:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' + "AC-
CURACY" + 'ENTER'
The list of the dangerous objects found on the charts crossed by the route is
shown in the route check report, follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ROUTE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROUTE CHECK REPORT" + 'ENTER'
4.2 MARK & EVENT
You may place a Mark, as it is called, 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
Select Advanced Mode + 'ENTER' + "MARK" + 'ENTER'
or:
'MARK' (if it is present)
The new Mark appears on your cursor position. An info window containing
Mark name, symbol and Latitude/Longitude is shown.
4.2.1.2 Deleting Mark
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Mark
Press 'ENTER'. Select "DELETE" and press 'ENTER': the Mark remains
on the screen shaded until the next screen is redrawn.
Note
If you try to delete a Mark that belongs to many routes, the chart plotter emits three beeps and on
the screen a Warning message appears. If you want to delete the Mark, press 'ENTER'.
4.2.1.3 Goto
Place cursor on Mark
Press 'GO-TO': 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.
4.2.1.4 Moving Mark
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Mark
Press 'ENTER'. Select "MOVE" and press 'ENTER'. Move the cursor
by the cursor key, a dotted line connecting the Mark with the new position is
shown:
Fig. 4.2.1.4 - Moving Mark function (I)
Press 'ENTER':
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Fig. 4.2.1.4a - 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.
Note
If you try to move a Mark that belongs to many routes, the chart plotter emits three beeps and on
the screen a Warning message appears. If you want to move the Mark, press 'ENTER'.
4.2.1.5 Editing Mark
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Mark
Press 'ENTER'. Select "EDIT" and press 'ENTER'. A window appears to
modify Name, Symbol, Color and coordinates of the existing Mark.
Fig. 4.2.1.5 - Edit Mark
Use the cursor key to select the field. If you have selected Name field, press
'ENTER': use the cursor key to insert the character (8 characters max), then press
'ENTER'. If Symbol field is selected press 'ENTER': a window with 16 different
symbols appears. Use the cursor key to select the symbol and press 'ENTER'. If
Coordinates field is selected, press 'ENTER' and then use the cursor key to insert the
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value. If Color field is selected press 'ENTER': a window with 8 different colors
appears, use the cursor key to select the desired color and press 'ENTER'. Then press
'CLEAR'.
4.2.1.6 Finding information on Marks: User Points List page
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
A full window is opened showing information about all stored User Points
(Marks, Events and Waypoints). Move up/down the cursor key to select the User
Point you wish. If the page contains more than 8 User Points, the list continues in
the next pages. See Par. 4.1.1.9.
4.2.1.7 Add to Route
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on Mark
Press 'ENTER'. Select "ADD TO ROUTE" and press 'ENTER': the se-
lected Mark is connected to the current route. The same Mark can be added in many
routes.
Note
An existing Mark can be connected to the current route in another mode too. Place cursor on
Mark, the information window related to the Mark appears, press 'CLEAR' to close the window
and then press 'ENTER', select the Waypoint option and press 'ENTER'. The Mark is connected
to the current route.
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 Advanced Mode + 'MODE', then 'ENTER' + "EVENT" + 'ENTER'
or:
'EVENT' (if it is present)
An Event is placed directly on the ship's position.
4.2.2.2 Deleting Event
Place cursor on Event
Press 'ENTER'. Select "DELETE" and press 'ENTER': the Event remains
on the screen shaded until the next screen is redrawn.
Note
If you try to delete a Event that belongs to many routes, the chart plotter emits three beeps and
on the screen a Warning message appears. If you want to delete the Event, press 'ENTER'.
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4.2.2.3 Goto
Place cursor on Event
Press 'GO-TO': a circle encloses the Event 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.
4.2.2.4 Editing Event
Place cursor on Event
Press 'ENTER'. Select "EDIT" and press 'ENTER'. A window appears to
modify Name, Symbol, Color of the existing Event.
Fig. 4.2.2.4 - Edit Event
Use the cursor key to select the field. If you have selected Name field, press
'ENTER': use the cursor key to insert the character (8 characters max), then press
'ENTER'. If Symbol field is selected press 'ENTER': a window with 16 different
symbols appears. Use the cursor key to select the symbol and press 'ENTER'. If
Color field is selected press 'ENTER': a window with 8 different colors appears, use
the cursor key to select the desired color and press 'ENTER'. Then press 'CLEAR'.
4.2.2.5 Finding information on Events: User Points List page
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER POINTS" + 'ENTER'
A full window is opened showing information about all stored User Points
(Marks, Events and Waypoints). Move up/down the cursor key to select the User
Point you wish. If the page contains more than 8 User Points, the list continues in
the next pages. See Par. 4.1.1.9.
4.2.2.6 Add to Route
Place cursor on Event
Press 'ENTER'. Select "ADD TO ROUTE" and press 'ENTER': the selected Event
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is connected to the current route. The same Event can be added in many routes.
Note
An existing Event can be connected to the current route in another mode too. Place cursor on
Event, the information window related to the Event appears, press 'CLEAR' to close the window
and then press 'ENTER', select the Waypoint option and press 'ENTER'. The Event is connected
to the current route.
4.3 EBL & VRM FUNCTION
EBL & VRM function enables to create a dotted line and a circle respectively
with direction and radius determined by the user.
4.3.1 PLACING EBL & VRM
Select Advanced Mode + 'ENTER' + "EBL & VRM" + 'ENTER'
or:
'EBL-VRM' (if it is present)
On the screen a dotted line and a circle appear: you can move in any direction
you choose rotating the trackball. When the desired position is selected, press
'ENTER'. A window is shown containing the bearing value for the EBL and the
radius value for the VRM.
Fig. 4.3.1 - EBL & VRM
4.3.2 DELETING EBL & VRM
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on the cross EBL & VRM + 'ENTER'
Select "DELETE" and press 'ENTER': the line and circle disappear from the
screen.
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4.3.3 EDITING EBL & VRM
Select Advanced Mode + Place cursor on the cross EBL & VRM + 'ENTER'
Select "EDIT" and press 'ENTER': with the cursor key move the line and
the circle, when the desired position is selected, press 'ENTER'. A window is shown
containing the bearing value for the EBL and the radius value for the VRM.
4.4 MORE ABOUT A-B-C-D FUNCTION
The A-B-C-D function, explained in the previous Par. 3.2, if Advanced Mode
is selected, allows you not only to create the A, B, C, D points and to delete them,
but also to modify and move them.
4.4.1 INSERTING THE A-B-C-D POINTS
Place the cursor on the desired position and press 'ENTER' (on the screen
the Create window appears), by using the cursor key select "A-B-C-D" and press
'ENTER'; otherwise press 'A-B-C-D' (if it is present). The A point and an informa-
tion window on A appear. Move the cursor, and press 'ENTER', select "A-B-C-D"
and press 'ENTER' again; otherwise press 'A-B-C-D' (if it is present), the B point
appears, connected to A with a straight segment; an information window on A-B
segment (distance (DST), bearing (BRG) and total distance from the first point) ap-
pears. Moving the cursor, following the above procedure the C and D points are
placed (see previous Fig. 3.3.1).
4.4.2 DELETING THE A-B-C-D POINTS
When placing the cursor on the desired point (A, B, C or D) the information
window appears. Press 'ENTER', select "DELETE" and press 'ENTER' again: the
point is deleted. When the point is deleted, the cursor is placed on the previous
point, if existed. The labels of the next points are renamed.
4.4.3 DELETING THE A-B-C-D SEGMENT
When placing the cursor on the desired point (A, B, C or D) or on segment
between two points the information window appears. Press 'ENTER', select "DELETE
ALL" and press 'ENTER' again: all points and connecting segments are deleted.
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4.4.4 MOVING THE A-B-C-D POINTS
When placing the cursor on the desired point (A, B, C or D) the information
window appears. Press 'ENTER', select "MOVE" and press 'ENTER': by the cursor
key move the cursor, on the screen a dotted line connecting the point to move with the
new position appears. By pressing 'ENTER' the point is placing in the new position.
4.4.5 INSERTING THE A-B-C-D POINTS
Placing cursor on the segment connecting two points, the information win-
dow appears. Select "INSERT" and press 'ENTER': by the cursor key move the
cursor, on the screen a dotted line appears. By pressing 'ENTER' the new point is
placing between the two existed points which are renamed.
4.4.6 NAVIGATING ON THE A-B-C-D POINTS
If fix received is good, place the cursor on the desired point A, B, C or D and
press 'GO-TO'. When ship reaches the Destination point, navigation follows the
next point (if exists). When Target is set, three options are available: STOP NAV,
NEXT and PREV.
4.5 USING THE TRACK FUNCTIONS
As long as the chart plotter is connected to a positioning instrument, it stores
all points in its memory. The chart plotter 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.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER'
4.5.1 SELECTING ACTIVE TRACK
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' +
"ACTIVE TRK" + 'ENTER'
Select the number of the active track. The default setting is 1.
4.5.2 ENABLING TRACK STORING
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' +
"TRACKING" + 'ENTER'
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To enable (On) or disable (Off) the track storing. It is not possible to use the
track storing if you are not receiving a valid fix. The default setting is On.
4.5.3 DISPLAYING TRACK
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' +
"VISIBLE" + 'ENTER'
To enable (On) or disable (Off) the displaying of track. The default setting is On.
4.5.4 SELECTING TRACK COLOR
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' +
"COLOR" + 'ENTER'
Select the desired color among the 8 colors available for the selected track.
4.5.5 DELETING TRACK
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' +
"DELETE" + 'ENTER'
Deletes the all track storing. After pressing 'ENTER' a warning window
appears: select "Yes" and press 'ENTER' to confirm (select "No" otherwise).
4.5.6 DELETING SELECTED TRACK
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' +
"DELETE SELECTION" + 'ENTER'
Deletes the track selected. After pressing 'ENTER' a window appears: press
'ENTER' to set the first point , then press 'ENTER' to set the second point. A
warning window appears: select "Yes" and press 'ENTER' to confirm the deletion
(select "No" otherwise).
4.5.7 SELECTING TRACK MEMORIZING TYPE
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "STEP
UNIT" + 'ENTER'
Choose Distance (Dist) - the chart plotter can store a fix when the distance
from its last stored position is greater than a defined distance; Time - the chart plotter
can store a fix after a defined time; Auto - the software decides when storing a posi-
tion, on the basis of the straight or curved track. The default setting is Time.
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4.5.8 SELECTING DISTANCE
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' +
"DISTANCE" + '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.
4.5.9 SELECTING TIME
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "TRACK" + 'ENTER' + "TIME"
+ 'ENTER'
When the tracking function is On and the type of track storing is Time, the
chart plotter can store a fix after a defined time. Choose among 1, 5, 10, 30 sec, 1, 5,
10 min. The default setting is 1 sec.
4.6 USER C-CARD MENU
The chart plotter 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' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
4.6.1 SAVING FILE
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
+ "SAVE" + 'ENTER'
A window is opened to insert the file name and the type of data to save.
Select the file name. At first a default name is shown: use the cursor key to insert the
name. Press 'ENTER'. Select the data type to save among "MARK", "EVENT",
"ROUTE" or "TRACK". Press 'CLEAR'.
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.
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4.6.2 LOADING FILE
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
+ "LOAD" + 'ENTER'
Before pressing 'ENTER', choose file name in the list shown on the screen
using the cursor key.
4.6.3 DELETING FILE
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
+ "DELETE" + 'ENTER'
A warning window is shown, select "YES" and press 'ENTER' to confirm
deletion (select "NO" otherwise). This operation remove old or unnecessary files to
clean up your User C-CARD. Remember that this option permanently erases the
file.
4.6.4 FORMATTING USER C-CARD
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
+ "FORMAT" + 'ENTER'
A warning window is shown, select "YES" and press 'ENTER' to confirm
the formatting (select "NO" otherwise). 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.
4.6.5 CHANGING USER C-CARD
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
+ "CHANGE" + 'ENTER'
Allows to change the User C-CARD.
4.7 C-LINK
C-Link system is a feature which allows to sharing the same cartographic
data between two chart plotter units linked via serial I/O port.
In order to activate C-Link function, a “MAX data C-CARD” (called REGU-
LAR C-CARD) must be inserted into one of the two chart plotters and a special
MAX data C-CARD (called MIRROR C-CARD) must be inserted on the other
chart plotter. The two MAX data C-CARDs must have the same code and revision.
So, the MIRROR C-CARD can be utilized only on a chart plotter linked to another
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chart plotter provided with the equivalent REGULAR C-CARD. It is important to
point out that the two chart plotters must have the update software versions that
allow C-Link function.
4.7.1 HOW C-LINK SYSTEM WORKS
When the chart plotter is powered up, it switches into the “Stand-Alone
Mode”. In this work mode, the chart plotter unit periodically scans all the available
C-CARD slots searching for MIRROR C-CARDs. When one or more MIRROR
C-CARD is found (in one or both chart plotters) a special connection is established
between the chart plotters to habilitate the MIRROR C-CARDs. If a regular C-
CARD which has previously activated a MIRROR C-CARD is removed, even the
MIRROR C-CARD will be not read anymore on the other unit.
4.8 C-LINK NAVIGATION DATA TRANSFER
This function allows transferring C-Link Navigation Data (Route Name,
Destination ID & Position, Next Waypoint ID & Position, Total Route length, Fuel
Consumption Rate, ETA, TTG etc.) between two chart plotters linked through the
C-Link system. The chart plotters can be set to operate in two modes:
• MASTER mode (Primary chart plotter that sends data)
• SLAVE mode (Secondary chart plotter that receives data)
When the navigation is activated on the Master chart plotter, the C-Link
Navigation Data will be continuously sent to the Slave until the navigation is active.
If the Master is navigating to a Single Destination, the Slave will show the Destina-
tion position and activate the navigation to it. If the Master is navigating to a Route,
the Slave will show the Route Leg composed by the Destination and the Waypoint
after the Destination (Next Waypoint) and activate the navigation to it. Any varia-
tion to the current C-Link Navigation Data will be transferred from the Master to
the Slave. The Slave will be provided with a few dedicated pages to show the C-Link
Navigation Data received from the Master.
4.8.1 OPERATIONS
4.8.1.1 Introductive elements
It is important remark, once more, that this function does not transfer the
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whole Route but just the information relative to the navigation. Such information
will be removed from the Slave chart plotter as soon as the navigation is terminated.
C-Link Navigation Data is exchanged by using two NMEA-0183 C-MAP propri-
etary sentences: $PCMPN,1 and $PCMPN,2. When the navigation is activated on
the Master, it starts outputting the C-Link Navigation Data. If the Slave is connected,
all C-Link Navigation Data received are stored in its memory and the navigation is
started. The information sent by the Master consists of the following values:
• Navigation mode (to Single Destination/to a Route )
• Route Name*
• Destination ID
• Destination Position
• Next Waypoint ID*
• Range from Destination to next Waypoint*
• Bearing from Destination to next Waypoint*
• Route Length*
• Distance from Destination to Last Route Waypoint*
• Remaining Route Legs*
• Planned Cruising Speed
• Average Fuel Consumption
• Initial Fuel Load
C-Link Navigation Data can refer to:
• Single Destination navigation
• Route Following navigation.
Values identified by * are sent only for Route Following navigation.
The Destination Icon, Navigation leg (Fix Position to Destination), the Next
Waypoint Icon and all other relevant C-Link Navigation Data will be shown on the
Slave chart plotter. Any variation of the C-Link Navigation Data on the Master will
be communicated to the Slave so to keep data aligned on both devices.
4.8.1.2 C-Link serial connection
The two chart plotters should be connected via serial ports. Any of the avail-
able ports can be used, the software will recognize automatically the serial ports
used. A typical connection is as follows:
Chart Plotter 1 Chart Plotter 2
TX —————> RX
RX <————— TX
GND <————> GND
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4.8.1.3 Master Chart Plotter
Operating mode
To select the Master mode (Primary Station) follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"C-LINK" + 'ENTER' + "Primary Station" + 'ENTER'
Master mode is the default factory setting. All regular chart plotters functions are
allowed. As soon as the Destination is placed, the Master chart plotter will start
transmitting all C-Link Navigation Data. In Master mode the C-Link Navigation
Data received from the NMEA port is ignored. So, if the two chart plotters are both
operating in Master mode, the C-Link Navigation Data sent by the other chart plot-
ter never processed. Under such condition if the navigation is activated on one of the
two chart plotters, a warning message will be shown to notify that the C-Link Navi-
gation Data will be ignored by the other chart plotter.
4.8.1.4 Slave Chart Plotter
Operating mode
To select the Slave mode (Secondary Station) follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"C-LINK" + 'ENTER' + "Secondary Station" + 'ENTER'
When Slave mode is set, the chart plotter cannot manipulate the C-Link Navigation
Data anymore.
Stop current navigation
If the navigation was already active, it will be disabled as soon as Slave mode is set.
An appropriate warning message will be shown to notify that the navigation is al-
ready active and to confirm whether Slave mode can be set.
Inhibit navigation operation
As soon as Slave mode is set, the destination cannot be placed anymore either the
C-Link Navigation Data is received from the Master or not. Also, when the C-Link
Navigation Data is received from the Master, it will not be allowed to deactivate the
navigation.
Inhibit Route following
While navigating to the Route received from the Master the destination is reached
(either applying distance or perpendicular criteria), the destination will not be moved
to the next Waypoint on the Route.
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MOB handling
If the navigation to the external destination is active and 'MOB' is pressed on the
Slave chart plotter, the MOB is placed but the navigation to the MOB is not acti-
vated.
Notes
While navigating to the external destination the operating mode is switched to Mas-
ter mode, the navigation to the external destination will be terminated. An appropri-
ate warning message will be shown to notify that the navigation to the external
destination is active and to confirm whether Slave mode can be set. Setting Slave
mode, the C-Link Navigation Data will be deleted.
The C-Link Navigation Data are deleted at Power Off.
4.8.1.5 C-Link Navigation Data: acquisition and display
As soon as the C-Link Navigation Data is received, the Slave parses the informa-
tion received and executes the relative actions depending on its current working status.
Important
When the navigation to the external destination is activated, the Slave chart plotter will show all
relevant C-Link Navigation Data exactly like when the destination is not the external one:
(Destination Name, DST and BRG to Destination, calculate XTE, calculate TTG etc.). These values
will be displayed all places where required and they will be used to format NMEA-0183 output data.
4.8.1.6 Graphical representation on Map Display
Fig. 4.8.1.6 - Graphical Displaying
4.8.1.7 Route Data Report
When the navigation to the External Route is received, it will be possible to display the
information related to the External Route by entering the Route Data Report.
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Fig. 4.8.1.7 - External route on Route Data Report
• External Route : name of the External Route (from PCMPN,0)
• Cruising Speed : planned cruising speed (from PCMPN,1)
• Fuel Consumption Rate : planned fuel consumption rate (from PCMPN,1)
• Total Route length Route : length from first to last Wpt (from PCMPN,1)
• Initial Fuel Load : volume of fuel available before the navigation was
started (liters)
• Total Fuel Consumption : calculated fuel consumption to navigate the whole
Route
• Waypoints in Route : No. of Wpts in the Route (from PCMPN,1)
• Remaining Waypoints : No. of Wpts from Destination to last Wpt (from
PCMPN,1)
• Distance to Destination : distance from ship to Destination (calculated)
• Distance to Next Wpt : distance to travel from ship to the Wpt after the
destination (calculated: Distance to Dest + Next
Route Leg length)
• Distance to Last Wpt : distance to travel from ship to the end of the Route
(calculated: Distance to Dest +Distance from Dest
to last Wpt received from PCMPN,1)
• TTG To Destination : estimated time to travel the “Distance to Last Wpt”.
Calculated using Cruising Speed.
• TTG To Next Wpt : estimated time to travel the “Distance to Next
Waypoint”. Calculated using Cruising Speed.
• TTG to Last Wpt : estimated time to travel the “Distance to Last Wpt”.
Calculated using Cruising Speed
• ETA to Destination : Estimate Time of Arrival to the Destination point.
Calculated: Current Time + “TTG To Destina-
tion”
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• ETA to Next Waypoint : Estimate Time of Arrival to the Waypoint after
the Destination. Calculated: Current Time +
“TTG To Next Waypoint”
• ETA to Last Wpt : Estimate Time of Arrival to the end of the Route.
Calculated: Current Time + “TTG To Last Wpt”
4.8.1.8 Quick Info
Route Navigation: Quick Info on the Destination
Fig. 4.8.1.8 - Quick Info on Destination
Quick info on Single Destination
Fig. 4.8.1.8a - Quick Info on Single Destination
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5
Advanced Settings
The Advanced Settings menu allows to handle the chart plotter functions.
The menu options are arranged in sub-menus. For example, all options that relate to
the Fix functions are in Fix sub-menu. See Par. 3.5 for informations about Map
Setting menu, see Par. 4.4 about Track menu, see par. 4.1.2 about Route menu, see
Par. 4.1.1.9 about User Points menu and Par. 4.5 about User C-CARD menu.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER'
Once you are in the Menu, use your cursor key to highlight the item and
press 'ENTER' to activate or to proceed to the next selection menu.
5.1 SETUP
The Setup menu allows to enable or disable general options in the chart
plotter handling. See Par. 3.5.3 about Auto Info option.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER'
5.1.1 TIME REFERENCE
Sets UTC or Local Time. The default setting is UTC.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "TIME
REFERENCE" + 'ENTER'
5.1.2 TIME FORMAT
Sets you preferred time between 12 hour and 24 hour. The default setting is
24 hour.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "TIME
FORMAT" + 'ENTER'
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5.1.3 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' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "DATE
FORMAT" + 'ENTER'
5.1.4 WIND SPEED
Selects the Wind Speed unit among Kts=Knots, m/s, Bft, Mph and
Kph=kilometers per hour. The default setting is Kph.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "WIND
SPEED" + 'ENTER'
5.1.5 BEEPER
Turns On/Off the sound after pressing a key ("beep"). The default setting is
Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' +
"BEEPER" + 'ENTER'
5.1.6 EXTERNAL WPT
The coordinates of a Waypoint, received from a GPS connected to the chart
plotter, can be stored into the chart plotter, if the GPS is 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 chart plotter receives another $BWC sentence with the coordinates of a
new Waypoint, the symbol moves to the new point. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' +
"EXTERN WPT" + 'ENTER'
5.1.7 BACKLIGHT TIMEOUT
Disables (Off) or sets the desired value (among 1, 3, 5, 10 minutes) for the
backlight timeout of the chart plotter. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SETUP" + 'ENTER' +
"B. LIGHT TIMEOUT" + 'ENTER'
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5.2 FIX
The Fix menu handles functions related to the Fix.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER'
5.2.1 FIX CORRECTION
Turns On/Off the Correction from the positioning system. If the new Cor-
rection is calculated, but the Correction is not enabled, the ship's position is not
changed. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' + "FIX
CORRECTION" + 'ENTER'
5.2.2 COMPUTE CORRECTION
Corrects fixes from the positioning instrument. By placing the cursor on the
ship's real position and selecting this option, the error is calculated and internally
memorized for appropriate correction, but not applied.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' +
"COMPUTE CORRECTION" + 'ENTER'
5.2.3 CORRECTION OFFSET
Manual correction of fix position.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' +
"CORRECTION OFFSET" + 'ENTER'
Insert the preferred value and press 'ENTER'.
5.2.4 STATIC NAVIGATION
Sets up a threshold for the speed. When the speed received from the positioning
device is under that threshold, the chart plotter displays zero speed. The default
value is 0.0 Knots.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' + "STATIC
NAVIGATION" + 'ENTER'
5.2.5 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 SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' + "POSITION
FILTER" + 'ENTER'
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5.2.6 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 SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' + "SPEED
FILTER" + 'ENTER'
5.2.7 FILTER DUMP
Inserts the value for the Filter in the range [500 - 12000]. The default setting
is 500.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' + "FILTER
DUMP" + 'ENTER'
5.2.8 DEAD RECKONING
Enables (On) or disables (Off0 the Dead Reckoning. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "FIX" + 'ENTER' + "DEAD
RECKONING" + 'ENTER'
5.3 NAVIGATE
The Navigate menu allows to handle functions related to navigation.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER'
5.3.1 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' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"COORDINATE SYSTEM" + 'ENTER'
If TD has been selected a new menu is shown on the screen:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"COORDINATE SYSTEM" + 'ENTER' + "TD" + 'ENTER'
Chain: Selects the preferred chain. The default setting is 9970.
Pair: Selects the pair of stations in the selected chain. The default setting is W X.
ASF 1/2: Sets the ASF (Additional Second Factor) for the slave in the selected chain.
The default setting is 0.
Alter: Turns On/Off the Alternate Solution in the chain. The default setting is Off.
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5.3.2 FIX DATUM
Sets the datum reference used by the GPS receiver connected to (or inte-
grated in) the chart plotter so that the chart plotter converts the position received
from the GPS to the Map Datum currently selected in the menu in order to match
the position from the GPS with the position on the charts. You must know what
datum reference is used by the GPS and set it in the Fix Datum option. WGS 1984 is
the default Fix Datum.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"FIX DATUM" + 'ENTER'
5.3.3 MAP DATUM
Allows selecting any Geodetic Datum reference from the over 100 available
on the chart plotter. Map Datum selection switches to the selected reference datum
applying the datum offsets stored with the charts. WGS 1984 is the default Map Da-
tum.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"MAP DATUM" + 'ENTER'
5.3.4 MAP ORIENTATION RESOLUTION
Selects the orientation of your chart according to your personal needs (see
Par. 3.5.1.3 for more information). The Orientation Resolution is the resolution
angle for the Map Orientation, range [5°, 60°]. The default setting is 10°.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"ORIENT. RESOLUTION" + 'ENTER'
5.3.5 SELECTABLE NAV 3D
If the "Selectable Nav 3D" item is set ON, by pressing 'MODE' it is possible
to select the following modes: Charting, Navigation (Home), Navigation (Home) in
3D. Any time the key is pressed, a message describing the newly selected mode is
shown on the center of the screen for about 2 seconds.
If the "Selectable Nav 3D" item is set OFF, by pressing 'MODE' it is possible
to select Charting or Navigation (Home). The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"SELECTABLE NAV 3D" + 'ENTER'
5.3.6 ROLL ROAD SCALE
Sets you preferred Rolling Road Scale among 0.2, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 10.0. The
default setting is 0.2.
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'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"ROLL ROAD SCALE" + 'ENTER'
5.3.7 RESET PARTIAL AND TOTAL TRIP
Resets the partial and total distance travelled by the ship from the first activa-
tion of the chart plotter or starting from the values reset. The partial and total trip
value is shown on the top of the Navigation Data Page.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"RESET PARTIAL TRIP" + 'ENTER'
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "NAVIGATE" + 'ENTER' +
"RESET TOTAL TRIP" + 'ENTER'
5.4 COMPASS
The Compass menu sets the desired value for Bearing and Magnetic Variation,
and selects the Calibration page.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "COMPASS" + 'ENTER'
5.4.1 BEARINGS
Selects either degrees Auto Magnetic or 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 Mag.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "COMPASS" + 'ENTER' +
"BEARINGS" + 'ENTER'
5.4.2 VARIATION
It is possible to calculate the Magnetic Variation in an Automatic or manual
mode, by inserting the step for calculation of Magnetic Variation. The default setting
is Auto.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "COMPASS" + 'ENTER' +
"VARIATION" + 'ENTER'
5.4.3 CALIBRATION
The variation table is used to match magnetic value readout on the chart
plotter 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 masses, ...), we
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use the same values given by the chart plotter. This means that, for example, if the
BRG to the next Waypoint readout in the chart plotter 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 SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "COMPASS" + 'ENTER' +
"CALIBRATION" + 'ENTER'
5.5 ALARMS
The chart plotter provides alarm settings for various functions. Here you can
set the system for your navigational requirements.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER'
5.5.1 ARRIVAL ALARM
Sets an acoustic alarm to sound when the vessel is approaching the destination.
The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "AR-
RIVAL ALARM" + 'ENTER'
5.5.2 XTE ALARM
Sets an acoustic alarm to sound when the vessel is deviating from a defined
course. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "XTE
ALARM" + 'ENTER'
5.5.3 ANCHOR ALARM
This function allows inserting of the limit of anchor dragging: beyond that,
the alarm is activated. The chartplotter computes the distance between the current
GPS position and the GPS position saved at the activation of the anchor alarm in the
menu. If the computed distance exceeds the value set in the menu, the chart plotter
shows the alarm message and starts the acoustic alarm. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' + "AN-
CHOR ALARM" + 'ENTER'
5.5.4 DEPTH ALARM
Sets an acoustic alarm to sound when the received depth value (from the
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depth transducer) is too shallow. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' +
"DEPTH ALARM" + 'ENTER'
5.5.5 GROUNDING ALARM (GUARDIAN TECHNOLOGY)
The chart plotter 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 chart plotter scans an area in
front of the boat. This area is 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 (see Par. 5.5.8). 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' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' +
"GROUNDING ALARM" + 'ENTER'
Note
The Grounding Alarm function only operates with the new C-CARDs. It also affects the speed
of the redraw of the screen. If this function is not used it maybe disabled.
5.5.6 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 0.5 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 (see Par. 5.5.9) to identify which dangerous objects have been currently
detected.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' +
"GROUNDING ALARM RANGE" + 'ENTER'
5.5.7 GROUNDING ALARM WIDTH
Allows setting the length of the sector to be detected among Thin, Medium
and Large. The default setting is Large.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' +
"GROUNDING ALARM WIDTH" + 'ENTER'
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5.5.8 GROUNDING ALARM REPORT
Allows displaying the report of the dangerous objects currently detected.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER' +
"GROUNDING ALARM REPORT" + 'ENTER'
5.6 SIMULATION
The built-in Simulator function allows you to become proficient in the use
of the chart plotter. No current position fix is required because the chart plotter
simulates position data internally.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION" + 'ENTER'
5.6.1 ACTIVATE SIMULATION
Once the settings are selected, turn on the Simulator:
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION" + 'ENTER' +
"ACTIVATE SIMULATION" + 'ENTER'
To turn On the Simulation select Off. The default setting is Off.
5.6.2 SPEED
To start the simulator you can insert the Speed value. Using the cursor key
select the preferred Speed and press 'ENTER'. The default setting is 01.0 Kts.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION" + 'ENTER' +
"SPEED" + 'ENTER'
5.6.3 HEADING
To start the simulator you can insert the Heading value. Using the cursor
key select the preferred Heading and press 'ENTER'. The default setting is 000° M.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION" + 'ENTER' +
"HEADING" + 'ENTER'
5.6.4 DATE AND TIME
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION" + 'ENTER' +
"DATE" + 'ENTER'
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION" + 'ENTER' +
"TIME" + 'ENTER'
Using the cursor key insert the preferred Date and Time and press 'ENTER'.
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5.6.5 CURSOR CONTROL
Enables (On)/disables (Off) the cursor control. The default setting is Off.
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "SIMULATION" + 'ENTER' +
"CURSOR CONTROL" + 'ENTER'
5.7 AIS MENU
AIS is an Automatic Identification System. It has been introduced to im-
prove the safety of navigation by assisting in the efficient operation of ship-to ship,
ship reporting and VTS applications. The system should enable operators to obtain
information from the ship automatically, requiring a minimum of involvement of
ship’s personnel, and should have a high level of availability. AIS transponders in-
stalled on IMO vessels use VHF frequencies to:
• Transmit details of their own vessel
• Receive details from other vessels or navigation aids within VHF range.
Information being transmitted from vessels over 300 tons that, due to recent
worldwide legislation, are required to fit Class “A” AIS transponders.
Connecting to the chart plotter an AIS receiver (please contact your local
dealer), vessels with AIS transponder within VHF range are displayed on screen
giving the skipper or navigator a visual interpretation of the data of nearby vessels.
This improves safety, and specifically for collision avoidance reasons.
5.7.1 AIS SYSTEM DEFINITIONS
• Target
It is a vessel equipped with AIS. Information about the targets is being re-
ceived by AIS Receiver and displayed on the screen.
• CPA
Closest Point of Approach is the closest distance that will be achieved be-
tween your vessel and the tracked target, based on your vessel’s speed and
direction and the target’s speed and direction.
• CPA Limit
This is the distance from your vessel that a target may reach before a target is
deemed a threat.
• CPA Alarm
Occurs if CPA is less or equal to CPA Limit. This test is done for active
targets only.
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• TCPA
Time to closest Point of Approach is the time remaining until the CPA will occur.
• TCPA Limit
This is the time remaining before the CPA is reached.
• TCPA Alarm
Occurs if TCPA is less or equal to TCPA Limit. This test is done for active
targets only and if CPA value is less or equal to CPA Limit.
• Radio Call Sign
International call sign assigned to vessel, often used on voice radio.
• Name
Name of ship, 20 characters.
• MMSI
Maritime Mobile Service Identity.
• MMSI number
A unique 9 digit number that is assigned to a DSC radio station. It primarily
registers the boat information in the U.S. Coast Guard’s national distress
database for use in emergency situations.
• Active Target
Target located within the Activation Range. Active target is represented by
oriented triangle with COG and Heading vectors. Rate of turn may also be
displayed.
• Dangerous Target
Target detected by CPA or TCPA Alarm. Dangerous target is Active Target
by definition. For better visibility Dangerous Target symbol is flashing.
• Sleeping Target
Target located outside the Activation Range. Sleeping target is represented by
a small oriented triangle.
• Lost Target
When the AIS info is not received from that vessel for 3.5 minutes. The
presentation will be a flashing black triangle with a cross through.
• Activation Range
Range around your boat where targets become active. AIS target become
active within this range. Activation Range should be greater than CPA Limit
by definition.
Note
A target is removed from the screen if data is not received for 10 minutes.
The maximum number of tracked targets is 200.
Depending on the scale the presentation of the targets change to remove clutter on the screen.
This information is updated every 3 seconds to 6 minutes depending on speed and rate of turn,
enabling the track of the vessels in range to be plotted.
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Fig. 5.9.1 - AIS Symbols
5.7.2 AIS MENU
To configure the chart plotter to receive AIS data, follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "AIS SETUP" + 'ENTER'
The AIS menu is shown on the screen, the items are described in the fol-
lowing paragraphs.
5.7.2.1 Display
''MENU' + "AIS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "DISPLAY" + 'ENTER'
Turns the display of AIS targets overlay on the cartography ON or OFF.
The default setting is ON.
5.7.2.2 Activation range
'MENU' + "AIS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "ACTIVATION RANGE" + 'ENTER'
Defines the range from the fix within which the AIS Target becomes active.
The values allowed are from 0.1 to 20 Nm. The default setting is 5 Nm.
5.7.2.3 CPA Alarm
'MENU' + "AIS SETUP" + 'ENTER'+ "CPA ALARM" + 'ENTER'
Turns ON or OFF the alarm. The default setting is ON.
5.7.2.4 CPA Limit
'MENU' + "AIS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "CPA LIMIT" + 'ENTER'
The values allowed are from 0.1 to 10 Nm. The default setting is 0.5 Nm.
5.7.2.5 TCPA Alarm
'MENU' + "AIS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "TCPA ALARM" + 'ENTER'
Turns ON or OFF the alarm. The default setting is ON.
5.7.2.6 TCPA Limit
'MENU' + "AIS SETUP" + 'ENTER' + "TCPA LIMIT" + 'ENTER'
The values allowed are from 1 to 30 min. The default setting is 10 min.
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5.7.3 TO SET THE CHART PLOTTER FOR RECEIVING AIS
Make sure that the AIS receiver is properly connected to the chart plotter.
The chart plotter reads the AIS NMEA message VMD, type 1, 2, 3 and 5.
Select the used serial port and transmission speed by following the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"PORT n INPUT" + 'ENTER' + "m" + 'ENTER'
Where: n = Port 1/Port 2/Port 3
m = NMEA-0183 4800-N81-N , NMEA-0183 38400-N81-N
according to the transmission speed of your AIS receiver.
5.7.4 QUICK INFO ON AIS TARGET
By placing the cursor over a AIS target icon, the following information is
displayed:
• Vessel Name
• MMSI number
• Radio Call Sign
• SOG
• COG
• CPA and TCPA values
Note
The selected AIS target icon is surrounded by a square frame when user places the cursor over the icon.
5.8 C-STAFF
The C-Staff functions are based on STAFF Concept ® (Satellite Tracking
Aided Fleet Fishing). The STAFF Concept ® is designed for professional fishing
purpose to allow monitoring the position of the vessels of a fleet from each vessel
(the fleet may have until 20 vessels max).
'MENU' + "ADVANCED SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "C-STAFF" + 'ENTER'
For more information see the specific User Manual.
5.9 C-WEATHER SERVICE
C-Weather Service is an innovative meteorological forecasting system with the
ability to visualize the weather forecast, overlaying it on cartography. The weather data
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is held on Jeppesen Marine’s weather server, which can be accessed via a C-COM modem
connected to the chart plotter or by using the PC Planner (or the DPS - Dealer
Programming System) saving the weather data on a User C-CARD. The weather data
are overlaid on a map page as layers. The weather format data available are:
Fig. 5.9 - Weather data package
5.9.1 C-WEATHER SERVICE MENU
To select the menu:
'MENU' + "C-WEATHER SERVICE" + 'ENTER'
The C-Weather Service menu is shown on the screen, the items are described
in the following paragraphs.
5.9.1.1 Download
'MENU' + "C-WEATHER SERVICE" + 'ENTER' + "DOWNLOAD" + 'ENTER'
Allows to connect the software to the Jeppesen Marine weather server and
to download weather data directly via C-COM.
Select Country to Call
Allows the selection of the country to call. The whole telephone number set is
automatically updated after every download.
SIM PIN
Allows inserting of the PIN of the SIM.
Download Area
Allows the weather download: a squared grey area, where the weather data will be
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downloaded, is centered on cursor position. See the following picture.
Area of coverage of
downloaded data is
located by default
with its centre on
the cursor position
Indicates the
LAT/LON position
of the cursor
Cursor is locked to
the gray area.
Moving the cursor
also moves the gray
area allowing
locating it over the
area where the user
wants to download
the Meteo forecast.
Fig.5.9.1.1 - Download Area
Press 'ENTER' to activate the C-Weather Download: the whole data package (see
the previous "Weather data package" table) are downloaded. 'CLEAR' allows to
interrupt the data download. At the end of the operation press 'CLEAR' to close the
window.
5.9.1.2 Copy from USER C-CARD
'MENU' + "C-WEATHER SERVICE" + 'ENTER' + "COPY FROM USER C-CARD"
+ 'ENTER'
Allows the C-Weather Data loading from the User C-CARD.
5.9.1.3 Weather Forecast
'MENU' + "C-WEATHER SERVICE" + 'ENTER' + "FORECAST" + 'ENTER'
Allows selecting the Layer of specific weather data to be displayed on the
screen and to change date and time of the forecast preview.
The following functions are available:
• Panning
Default usage of the cursor key is the normal panning function.
• Zoom In/Out
Zoom in/out functions are allowed as usual by using 'ZOOM IN'/'ZOOM
OUT'.
• Set Date and Time
'ENTER' to modify date and time values.
• Layer Selection
'PAGE' to cycle the weather layers.
• Exit
'CLEAR' to close the weather prediction page.
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5.9.1.4 Real Time View
'MENU' + "C-WEATHER SERVICE" + 'ENTER' + "REAL TIME VIEW" + 'ENTER'
The following selections are available:
• Real Time View On
The data is shown (the area of the download) at the current date and time
(received from the GPS)
• Real Time View Off
The Weather data is not displayed.
The layer displayed is the one selected into the previous menu item.
5.9.1.5 Type of Data
'MENU' + "C-WEATHER SERVICE" + 'ENTER' + "TYPE OF DATA" + 'ENTER'
Allows selecting the type of data, see the previous Fig. 5.9.
5.10 DSC
The DSC (Digital Selective Calling) is a method of establishing a VHF radio
call; it is used to announce urgent maritime safety information broadcasts. This sys-
tem allows mariners to instantly send Distress Call or/and Position Request to the
other vessels equipped with a DSC transceiver within range of the transmission.
The Distress Call, that allows to receive a position of the vessel in distress,
and the Position Request, a great feature for anyone wanting to know the location of
another vessel - for example you buddy that is catching fish, or finding the location
of a person you are cruising with, are performed by an external device, the DSC
VHF radio. The chart plotter interfaced with a DSC VHF radio prompts the user to
see the GPS position of the vessel in distress and also allows for easy navigation to the
vessel.
The Distress Call and the Position Request icons that are displaying on the
screen, are shown in the following table:
Position Request icon
Distress Call icon
P
D
Fig. 5.10 - Distress Call and Position Request icons
Note
The label can be the MMSI or the corresponding vessel's name. If in the DSC Directory the MMSI
has been associated to its relative vessel name, the vessel's name is shown in the label instead of
the MMSI.
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5.10.1 DISTRESS CALL AND POSITION REQUEST
During a distress situation, a vessel that is equipped with a DSC VHF radio
and connected to a GPS, has the capability to transmit a DSC Distress Call with GPS
Position.
When the VHF radio receives a DSC Distress Call, the position information
of the vessel in distress is transferred to the chart plotter. The chart plotter logs the
Distress Call into the DSC Log and also marks the position of the vessel in distress
on the Chart page. A pop-up screen advises the user that a Distress Call has been
received. Within the pop-up screen it asks the user if he would like to view the call on
the Chart page or exit the pop-up screen. By selecting the item "VIEW ON CHART"
and press 'ENTER' two options are shown:
• GoTo Vessel
Activates the navigation to the Distress Call or Position Request icon. The
chart plotter changes the map scale to allow showing the Distress Call (or
Position Request) icon and the vessel’s icon simultaneously on the screen.
The chart plotter then verifies if there are obstructions (land or low water)
between the two positions. If obstructions are found the chart plotter shows
a pop-up screen saying that the navigation to the Distress Call cannot be set
automatically and the user must define a route to avoid the obstacles.
• Stay on View
Exits the pop-up screen and remains on the selected map screen.
5.10.2 DSC MENU
To select the DSC menu:
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER'
The DSC menu is shown on the screen, the items are described in the fol-
lowing paragraphs.
5.10.2.1 DSC LOG
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "LOG" + 'ENTER'
Selecting Log shows the Distress Call Log page or Position Request Log page
(it depends which of the two was selected):
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03-03-01
08:31 PM
33°30.505 N
118°18.529 W
0080457645
NO
03-04-01
00:11 PM
33°34.167 N
118°21.864 W
ROY
0023244524
YES
03-04-01
09:31 PM
33°31.211 N
118°29.151 W
NO
BOBI
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Fig. 5.10.2.1 - Exemple of DSC Log page
Press 'GO-TO' to set the navigation on the selected DSC point. Other avail-
able functions are:
Locate
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "LOG" + 'ENTER' + "LOCATE" + 'ENTER'
Centers the map on the selected DSC position.
Delete
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "LOG" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE" + 'ENTER'
Deletes selected DSC position.
Delete All
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "LOG" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE ALL" + 'ENTER'
Deletes all entries
Hide/Show
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "LOG" + 'ENTER' + "HIDE/SHOW" + 'ENTER'
Allows hiding/showing the selected DSC position on the chart display.
Position Request/Distress Call
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "LOG" + 'ENTER' + "POSITION REQUEST/DIS-
TRESS CALL" + 'ENTER'
Shows Position Request/Distress Call page. When Position Request page is active
this message changes to Distress Call.
5.10.2.2 DSC Directory
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "DIRECTORY" + 'ENTER'
Selects the DSC Directory page. From this page the user can assign the Ves-
sel Name, Contact Name and Phone number to any MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service
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Identity) so that, when a DSC Distress Call or Position Request is received, the name
of the vessel is displayed in place of the MMSI number - a unique number that is
assigned to a DSC radio station for use in emergency situations:
STRIKE 99
0036612458
JIMMY
22832178345
JUPITER
ROBERT PIO
0063412123
44332211001
0036612459
22114433001
SCORPION
0046712433
ERICH SMITH
12372133456
SARA
SUSANNE
Fig. 5.10.2.2 - Example of DSC Directory page
Edit
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "DIRECTORY" + 'ENTER' + "EDIT" + 'ENTER'
Edit the fields of any existing entry in the Directory: Vessel Name, MMSI number,
contact and phone number.
Add
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "DIRECTORY" + 'ENTER' + "ADD" + 'ENTER'
Add a new entry to the Directory.
Delete
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "DIRECTORY" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE" + 'ENTER'
Delete the selected entry.
Delete All
'MENU' + "DSC" + 'ENTER' + "DIRECTORY" + 'ENTER' + "DELETE ALL" +
'ENTER'
Deletes all entries in the page.
5.10.3 QUICK INFO ON DSC ICONS
Placing the cursor on the Distress Call or Position Request icon, the follow-
ing information is displayed:
• Vessel Name/MMSI Number
• Position
• Date and Time
• Distance and Bearing from current vessel's position
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Pressing 'ENTER' it is possible, by selecting "DELETE" deletes the DSC
icon from the DSC Log page, otherwise by selecting "DSC LOG" the DSC Log page
is shown.
5.11 MOBILARM SYSTEM
The MOBILARM is an automated crew monitoring system dedicated to
monitoring onboard crew by maintaining a constant link between the crew member
and the boat. The instant a man over-board event happens, an automatic alarm is
sounded, and the vessels position is logged.
Connect the MOBILARM System to a serial port of the chart plotter.
5.11.1 SOFTWARE SETUP
After connections have been made, the chart plotter has to be setup to be
able to receive NMEA information from the MOBILARM. When a MOBILARM is
connected to the chart plotter, any input port of the NMEA Input/Output menu
must be changed to MOBILARM as shown below for communications.
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
select any input port you want + 'ENTER' + "MOBILARM" + 'ENTER'
The chart plotter continuously verifies the communication status with
MOBILARM instruments. If there is no communication for more than one minute,
an alarm window appears.
5.11.2 MOBILARM STATUS
If you want to know information about the MOBILARM connected, follow
the procedure:
'MENU' + "About" + 'ENTER'
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XXXX V. X.yy R [GG/MM/YYYY]
Connected
V2.1.333.2000 B [18/01/2004]
Fig. 5.11.2 - Example of About Page
In the About Page a new item appears, related to MOBILARM status, where
status can be:
• Function Not Activated : MOBILARM input format has not been set
from the Input/Output menu;
• Not Detected : the device has never been detected since the
chart plotter was turned On and input format
was set to MOBILARM;
• Connected : the communication with MOBILARM device
is Ok;
• Signal Lost : the device has been detected but now the sig-
nal is no longer received;
• No Valid GPS Position : the communication with MOBILARM device
is Ok but the GPS position fix is not received.
5.11.3 MOBILARM PTX
PTX is the personal transponder device that is worn by the crew. If a PTX is
disconnected from the system a man over-board alarm is raised. So a MOB Waypoint
appears on the chart plotter display. In the following for brevity this MOB Waypoint
position is called PTX.
Warning!
Activating navigation to PTX pay attention and don't get too near the man-overboard (don't
knock the man down!).
5.11.3.1 PTX is received
When a PTX has beeen received, the PTX data are saved on the chart plotter
memory and the PTX icon appears on the map:
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Fig. 5.11.3.1 - PTX icon
All menus and/or pages are closed and the chart is centered on the PTX
received position. The Audible Alarm starts beeping and a pop-up warning window
appears to notify that a PTX has been received:
MOBILARM
33°27.090N
220°34.020W
Id Time
000001A0
10:16:29 PM
Fig. 5.11.3.2 - Example of PTX warning message
It is possible to navigate to the received PTX (see Par. 5.11.4.2) and open the
MOBILARM PTX List Page (see Par. 5.11.4.3). Both Goto and List functions also
mute the Audible Alarm.
Note
The List function is active if more than one PTX is store.
5.11.3.2 PTX is received again
When PTX has beeen received again, it is already present on the chart plotter
memory.
If the received PTX is NOT the active one, the user must confirmed to navi-
gate to it.
Otherwise if the received PTX is the active one (the PTX on which we are
navigating to), navigation data are updated in memory, the new PTX coordinates
becomes the Destination position and the current Fix position becomes the starting
position. The map is not automatically centered on it.
The PTX icon appears at the new position and a pop-up warning window
appears. It is possible to close all menus/data pages (if open) and center the chart on
the received PTX (see Par. 5.11.4.4). Otherwise you could close the alarm window
and stay on the active screen.
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5.11.4 MOVING CURSOR ON THE PTX ICON
Placing the cursor on the PTX icon shown on the screen, an information
window containing the PTX Identifier, position and status (Overboard or Recov-
ered) appears:
MOBILARM - PTX
OVERBOARD
41°13.334N
009°30.702E
Id Time
000001A0
10:16:79 PM
Fig. 5.11.4 - Example of PTX information window
5.11.4.1 Deleting PTX
The Delete PTX function permanently removes the selected PTX from the
chart plotter memory and from the chart display.
Move the cursor over the PTX to delete. Press 'ENTER', using the cursor
select "DELETE" and press 'ENTER'. A warning pop-up window will be shown.
Select "YES" and press 'ENTER'.
5.11.4.2 Goto PTX
The Goto PTX function activates the navigation to the selected PTX.
Place the cursor on PTX cursor. Press 'ENTER', using the cursor select
"GOTO" and press 'ENTER'.
If the navigation is set to the selected PTX, to terminate the navigation press
'ENTER', using the cursor select "STOP GOTO" and press 'ENTER'.
5.11.4.3 MOBILARM PTX List Page
The MOBILARM Alarm Status List shows the list of all PTX that returned
an alarm event. To obtain the page press 'ENTER', using the cursor select "LIST"
and press 'ENTER'.
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RECOVERED
Recovered
Recovered
33°26.080N
20°01.022N
79°56.320N
118°10.040W
213°22.120W
305°04.015W
12:00:00 AM
03:45:14 PM
10:31:24 PM
00000001
00000002
00000003
PTX indentifier
Time of PTX creation
PTX position
PTX status
Fig. 5.11.4.3 - Example of MOBILARM PTX List page
This page allows you to:
Goto
Activates navigation to the selected PTX. Once the navigation has been activated,
close all menus/data pages (if open) and center the chart selected PTX.
Delete
Deletes the selected PTX.
Show
Centers the chart on the selected PTX.
Show All
Selects the best chart scale to see PTX icons on the map at the same time.
5.11.4.4 Show PTX
The Show function is available when PTX has beeen received again, it is
already present on the chart plotter memory and it is the active one.
To select this function press 'ENTER', using the cursor select "SHOW" and
press 'ENTER' to close all menus/data pages (if open) and center the chart on the
received PTX.
5.12 FISH FINDER
FOR
S
KY
X5 & C
OMPACT
X
5
The chart plotter combined with the sonar performance of the Fish Finder is
one of the most advanced marine navigation system available.
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To select the Fish Finder menu, first select one of the page related to the Fish
Finder:
'ECHO'
then from the Fish Finderpage it is possible to open the Fish Finder:
'ECHO' for 1 second
For more information see the specific User Manual.
Note
The Fish Finder display page is available only if the chart plotter is connected to Fish Finder Black
Box and powered On.
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Fish Finder FOR SKY X5 FISH & COMPACT X5 FISH
The Fish Finder consists of a high power transmitter, sensitive receiver and a
transducer. The Fish Finder sends an electrical pulse to the transducer which contains
an element that converts the pulse into acoustic (sound) wave which is sent through
the water. As this wave travels from the transducer to the bottom, it may strike fish,
structures, thermoclines (temperature changes in the water). When the wave strikes
an object(s) a certain amount of the wave is reflected back to the transducer depending
on the composition and shape of the object. When the reflected wave is returned to
the transducer it is converted into a voltage and is amplified by the receiver, processed
and sent to the display. The speed of sound in water is roughly 4800 ft./sec, so the
time lapse between the transmitted signal and the received echo can be measured and
the distance to the object determined.
Fig. 6 - Fish Finder working principle
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6.1 SETTING THE INTERNAL FISH FINDER ON
The internal Fish Finder driver is connected directly to the dedicated serial
Port2.
To switch the internal Fish Finder transmission On follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "BASIC SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' +
"FISH FINDER" + 'ENTER' + "ON" + 'ENTER'
Note
It is not possible to connect any external Fish Finder unit to the chart plotter.
6.2 UNDERSTANDING THE FISH FINDER PAGE
The display on chart plotters shows a history of time of the echoes received
by the transducer. The chart plotters have a menu that allows adjustments to re-
ceiver sensitivity, depth range and scrolling speed of the Fish Finder display.
Fig. 6.2 - The Fish Finder page
The following is a short description of terms listed in the previous Fig. 6.2:
Warning Message
Flashing label "Simulation" when the echo sounder is in Simulation mode.
Echogram window
Graphic presentation of sonar soundings recorded as a continuous profile scrolling
across the screen from right to left. Such recordings represent the image of the
water beneath your boat, items appear as they pass under your transducer; the
items on the right side of the screen are closer to you than those on the left. The
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correct interpretation of the Echogram allows retrieving useful information about
what is under the boat. See the following Par. 6.2.2 for more information.
Color Bar
Colored scale located on the left side of the screen that shows the colors used in
the Echogram to represent the echoes strength. The color on the top of the bar
represents the maximum sonar strength, while the color on the bottom of the
bar represents the minimum sonar strength.
Digital Depth
Readout of the current bottom depth.
Water Temperature
Readout of the current water temperature returned by the TEMP 1 sensor
included into specific transducers.
Alarm Bar
Bar located on the right side of the Depth Ruler, showing the shallow water and
deep water alarm values. The alarm is triggered when depth is outside the range.
Depth Ruler
Vertical graduated bar located along the right side of the screen. It is a scale
which reflects the depth of the area being displayed.
Variable Depth Marker (VDM)
Horizontal line on to the Echogram window with a depth label. The up/down
cursor keys can move it up and down. The label displays the depth of the cursor
position. It can be moved to any location pinpointing the depth of a target.
Zoom Bar
Bar located on the left side of the Depth Ruler, showing the portion of the
Echogram currently represented in the zoomed window (on the left part of the
screen). It is turned On selecting the Echo Sounder Split page.
A-Scope
A real time representation of fish and bottom features passing through the beam
of the transducer. It is drawn as horizontal lines whose length and hue is
proportional to the sonar strength returned. When the default palette is selected,
the strongest sonar returns will be shown as the color displayed of the top of
Color Bar while the weakest as the bottom color.
Operating Frequency
Readout of the selected operating frequency.
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6.2.1 UNDERSTANDING THE ECHOGRAM DISPLAY
The main elements that can be easily distinguished into an Echogram are:
Fig. 6.2.1 - The Fish Finder echogram
Fishes
Fishes are represented as arcs because of the cone angle of the transducer. In fact
as the boat passes over the fish the leading edge of the cone strikes the fish,
causing a display pixel to be turned on. As the boat passes over the fish, the
distance to the fish decreases turning each pixel on at a shallower depth on the
display. When the boat is directly over the fish, the first half of the arch is formed
and since the fish is closer to the boat, the signal is stronger and the arch is
thicker. As the boat moves away from the fish, the distance increases and the
pixels appear at progressively deeper depths forming the remaining half of the
arch.
Thermoclines
Are the zones where two layers of different water temperatures meet. The greater
the temperature differential, the thicker the thermocline is shown on the screen.
Thermoclines are represented as horizontal stripes of noise. They are very
important for fishing since often many species of game fish like to suspend in,
just above, or just below the thermoclines.
White Line
The White Line shows the difference between hard, soft bottoms and even
distinguishes between fishes and structures located near the bottom. In this way
it is easier to tell the difference between a hard and soft bottom and even to
distinguish fishes and structures located nearby the bottom. For example, a soft,
muddy or weedy bottom returns a weaker echo that is shown with a narrow
white line while a hard bottom returns a strong echo that causes a wide white
bottom line.
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Surface Clutter
Appears like noise at the top of the screen extending many feet below the surface.
It’s caused by many things, including air bubbles, bait fish, plankton and algae.
Structures
Generally, the term “structure” is used to identify objects like wrecks and weeds
rising from the bottom.
Bottom Echo Profile
Bottom profile recorded by the Fish Finder. When the echo sounder is set in
auto-range mode it is automatically kept in the lower half of the screen.
Other Elements
Large anchoring cables are returned by the echo sounder as very long and narrow
arcs on the screen.
6.3 DISPLAYING THE FISH FINDER PAGE
This section will take you through the frequently used operations and assist
you to customize the look of the chart plotter using the Fish Finder.
6.3.1 HOW TO SELECT THE FISH FINDER PAGE
The Page Selection menu allows you to change the Fish Finder page displayed.
To access this menu:
'PAGE'
Fig. 6.3.1 - The Fish Finder page selection
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The menu shows the selections related to the Fish Finder. Move the cursor
to select the desired item and then press 'ENTER'.
Note
It is possible to select immediately any Fish Finder by using 'ECHO', the pages are shown wrap
around.
6.3.2 FISH FINDER FULL PAGE
To display the Fish Finder Full Page Echogram, follow this procedure:
'PAGE' + use cursor to select the Fish Finder Full Screen page + 'ENTER'
Fig. 6.3.2 - The Fish Finder Full Screen
Note
The frequency displayed depends on the selection done in the Frequency item (see Par 6.6.7).
The MENU key
Pressing 'MENU' activates the Fish Finder Setup menu (see Par. 6.6). Pressing
'MENU' subsequent times toggles between the Fish Finder Setup menu and the
Main menu.
The Cursor key
Moving the Cursor key up/down adjusts the Variable Depth Marker (VDM) up or
down on the screen.
The ENTER key
Pressing 'ENTER' activates the Sensitivity menu (see Par. 6.6.9) that allows tuning
the Gain, the Surface Noise Filter and the STC.
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Fig. 6.3.2a - The Sensitivity sub-menu
Pressing 'CLEAR' turns off the Sensitivity menu.
The CLEAR key
By pressing 'CLEAR' the Variable Depth Marker (VDM) is hidden.
The ZOOM IN and ZOOM OUT keys
From this page pressing 'ZOOM IN' once changes to Zoom 2X, pressing 'ZOOM
IN' twice changes to Zoom 4X, while pressing 'ZOOM OUT' reverts to Zoom 2X
and no zoom.
6.3.3 DUAL FREQUENCY PAGE
To display the Fish Finder Dual Echogram, follow this procedure:
'PAGE' + use cursor to select the Fish Finder Dual Frequency page + 'ENTER'
Fig. 6.3.3 - The Fish Finder Dual Frequency
The Cursor key
Moving the cursor to the right or the left moves the Variable Depth Marker (VDM)
between the 50 and 200kHz displays. Moving the cursor up or down will move the
VDM up and down. Press 'CLEAR' to hide the VDM.
The ZOOM IN and ZOOM OUT keys
From this page pressing 'ZOOM IN' once changes to Zoom 2X, pressing 'ZOOM
IN' twice changes to Zoom 4X, while pressing 'ZOOM OUT' reverts to Zoom 2X
and no zoom.
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6.3.4 ZOOM PAGE
To display the zoomed Fish Finder page on the left half of the screen and the
unzoomed Fish Finder Echogram on the right half of the screen, follow this procedure:
'PAGE' + use cursor to select the Fish Finder Zoom page + 'ENTER'
Fig. 6.3.4 - The Fish Finder Zoom
The Depth Cursor is shown only on the unzoomed Fish Finder Echogram.
The ZOOM IN and ZOOM OUT keys
When in this page pressing 'ZOOM IN' changes to Zoom 4X, pressing 'ZOOM
OUT' changes to Zoom 2X.
6.3.5 CHART/FISH PAGE
To display the Chart page on the left half of the screen and the Fish Finder
Echogram on the right half of the screen, follow this procedure:
'PAGE' + use cursor to select the Chart - Fish Finder page + 'ENTER'
Fig. 6.3.4- The Chart - Fish Finder
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The MENU key (to change the active window)
When in Chart/Fish mode pressing 'MENU':
• if the focus (the active window) in on the Chart, the Main menu is shown.
Pressing again 'MENU' opens the Fish Finder Setup menu and moves the
focus to the Fish Finder.
• if the focus (the active window) in on the Fish Finder, the Fish Finder Setup
menu is shown. Pressing again 'MENU' opens the Main menu and moves the
focus to the Chart.
Note
When focus is on the Chart page, all keys work in cartography standard mode.
6.4 ZOOM MODES
6.4.1 THE BOTTOM LOCK ZOOM
The Bottom Lock Zoom mode is activated when the Fish Finder is in Auto
Range or Bottom Lock mode (see Par. 6.6.3) and the Variable Depth Marker (VDM)
is not displayed on the screen.
In Bottom Lock Zoom mode the Fish Finder Echogram is automatically
moved up/down as to keep the Bottom Line always visible in the lower half of the
screen.
Note
Moving the Cursor key up/down displays the Variable Depth Marker (VDM) switching the Fish
Finder in Marker Zoom mode.
6.4.2 THE MARKER ZOOM
The Marker Zoom mode is activated either when the Fish Finder is in Manual
Range mode (see Par. 6.6.3) or the Depth Cursor is displayed on the screen.
In Marker Zoom mode the Fish Finder Echogram position is controlled by
moving the Variable Depth Marker (VDM) and pressing and holding 'ENTER' for 1
second on the selected position. Moving the Variable Depth Marker (VDM) over the
top or below the bottom of the screen, automatically moves up/down the current
zoomed Echogram view and re-position the Variable Depth Marker (VDM) at the
center of the screen.
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Note
Pressing 'CLEAR' hides the Depth Cursor and if the Fish Finder is in Auto Range or Bottom Lock
mode switches into Bottom Lock Zoom mode.
6.5 FISH FINDER SETUP MENU
The Fish Finder Setup menu provides access to additional functions, setup
and layout/data field options. From the Fish Finder page, access this menu by pressing:
'MENU'
Fig. 6.5 - The Fish Finder Setup menu
6.5.1 PRESET MODE
Preset modes are pre-defined settings of the Fish Finder operating parameters.
You can use them to quickly set the Fish Finder in the most commonly used operating
modes. These are Cruise (sets the Fish Finder in full auto mode with the sensitivity
settings optimized for displaying at best the bottom) and Fish (sets the Fish Finder in
full auto mode with the sensitivity setting optimized for target searching). See the
following table.
'MENU' + "PRESET MODE" + 'ENTER'
• Fish
Gain Mode = Auto, Range Mode = Auto, Frequency = do not change, Shift
= 0, STC = Short if Freq=200kHz and Mid if Freq=50kHz, Scrolling Speed
= 10, Fish Symbols = Echo, A-Scope = On, Surface Noise Filter = Off.
• Cruise
Gain Mode = Auto, Range Mode = Auto, Frequency = do not change, Shift
= 0, STC = Short if Freq=200kHz and Mid if Freq=50kHz, Scrolling Speed
= 10, Fish Symbols = Echo, A-Scope = On, Surface Noise Filter = 4.
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6.5.2 GAIN MODE
Selects Auto or Manual.
'MENU' + "GAIN MODE" + 'ENTER'
6.5.3 RANGE MODE
Selects among Manual, Auto Range and Bottom Lock. When in Manual
Range Mode it is possible to set Shift (the offset from the surface) (see Par. 6.5.5) and
Depth (see Par. 6.5.4) on which the Fish Finder shall operate. When in Auto Range
Mode the Fish Finder determines automatically the range as to keep the bottom
visible in the lower left of the screen. In this mode, Shift is always set to 0. In Bottom
Lock Mode the Fish Finder automatically tracks the range around the bottom specified
by the Bottom Range value.
'MENU' + "RANGE MODE" + 'ENTER'
6.5.4 BOTTOM RANGE
Shows the max depth to reach. This option is available when Range Mode is
Bottom Lock.
'MENU' + "BOTTOM RANGE" + 'ENTER'
6.5.5 DEPTH
This option is available only when Range Mode is Manual and it is disabled
in Auto Range and Bottom Lock Mode.
'MENU' + "DEPTH" + 'ENTER'
6.5.6 SHIFT
Shows the depth from which start the bottom scanning. This option is
available only when Range Mode is Manual and it is disabled in Auto Range and
Bottom Lock Mode.
'MENU' + "SHIFT" + 'ENTER'
6.5.7 FREQUENCY
Allows you to choose the frequency among Auto, 50 kHz or 200 kHz when
single frequency page is selected.
'MENU' + "FREQUENCY" + 'ENTER'
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6.5.8 INTERFERENCE REJECTION
Selects a filter to remove interference from other Fish Finders.
'MENU' + "INTERFER REJECTION" + 'ENTER'
6.5.9 SENSITIVITY
The Sensitivity menu is accessible both from the Fish Finder Setup menu
and by pressing 'ENTER' when in Fish Finder pages. All settings in the Sensitivity
menu are related to the Frequency selected.
'MENU' + "SENSITIVITY" + 'ENTER'
6.5.9.1 Frequency O
NLY
IN
THE
D
UAL
F
REQUENCY
PAGE
Allows you to select the Frequency to which the Sensitivity parameters are
applied.
Note
The Frequency value is only displayed: to select the desired frequency see the previous Par. 6.5.7.
6.5.9.2 Gain
Allows you to control the Gain of the unit's receiver. To see more details on
the screen, increase the receiver sensitivity by selecting a higher gain percentage. If
there is too much detail or if the screen is cluttered, lowering the sensitivity may
increase the clarity of the display.
6.5.9.3 STC
Sensitivity Time Constant: it is a time varying gain curve which attenuates
the sonar receiver gain in shallow water, increasing the gain gradually as the depth
increases. This is for the purpose of filtering out surface clutter.
6.5.9.4 STC Length
If STC is Custom, it is possible to change the Length of the Sensitivity Time
Constant.
6.5.9.5 STC Strength
If STC is Custom, it is possible to change the Strength of the Sensitivity
Time Constant.
6.5.9.6 Surface Noise Filter
This function implements an advanced time varying filter that allows
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suppressing the surface clutter efficiently while leaving fish targets visible.
Note
Thus imposing the capability of the Fish Finder to correctly detect the weakest echoes coming from
a very deep bottom.
6.5.10 DISPLAY SETUP
The Display Setup Menu allows you to change the color scheme of the Fish
Finder display, adjusts the chart scrolling rate, enables or disables the White Line and
allows determining the graphical representation of fishes.
'MENU' + "DISPLAY SETUP" + 'ENTER'
6.5.10.1 Color Settings
Allows you to change the color scheme of the Fish Finder display. The
available colors are Blue Background, White Background, Black Background, Gray
Scale and Reversed Gray Scale.
6.5.10.2 Scrolling Speed
Adjusts the chart scrolling rate. Note that the scrolling rate is limited by the
sound speed and the depth according with the following relation: the deeper the
setting, the slower the scrolling rate. 100% is the maximum possible.
6.5.10.3 White Line
Controls how the chart plotter displays information about the bottom type
(hard or soft).
6.5.10.4 Fish Symbols
This selection allows determining the graphical representation of underwater
suspended targets.
• Echo: shows echoes
• Echo + Icon: shows the Fish icon and echoes
• Echo + Icon + Depth: shows the Fish icon, depth values and the fish echoes
• Echo + Depth: shows depth values
• Icon: shows Fish icons
• Icon + Depth: shows Fish icons and their depth (accordingly to currently
selected depth unit)
The Fish icons displayed are among four different shapes depending on the
size of the Target (Small, Med, Big, Huge).
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6.5.10.5 Water Temperature
Allows you to choose the Water Temperature label displayed over the
echogram between Primary and External.
6.5.11 TRANSDUCER SETUP
The Transducer Setup menu contains settings that does not require frequent
changes.
'MENU' + "TRANSDUCER SETUP" + 'ENTER'
6.5.11.1 Keel Offset
It is the transducer depth offset from the surface. This makes it possible to
measure depth from the surface instead of from the trasducer's location.
6.5.11.2 Calibrate Sound Speed
Allows calibrating the value of Sound Speed in the water, depending on the
water temperature and salinity.
6.5.11.3 Calibrate Water Speed
Allows calibrating the value of Water Speed sensor. The calibration value, in
the range between -10% to +10%, will be applied to the water speed from the
transducer.
6.5.11.4 Calibrate Water Temperature
Allows the calibration on the Water Temperature sensor. Using the readings
from a precise temperature measuring device, insert here a positive/negative offset to
display right value on Fish Finder screens.
6.5.11.5 Calibrate Auxiliary Temperature
Allows the calibration of the Aux Temperature sensor. Using the readings
from a precise temperature measuring device, insert here a positive/negative offset to
display right value on FF screens.
6.5.11.6 Set Default Settings
Restores the default values.
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6.5.12 ALARMS
The Alarms menu allows you to define additional sonar alarm settings for
Fish Alarm, Shallow Alarm, Depth Alarm and Temperature Upper/Lower/Rate.
'MENU' + "ALARMS" + 'ENTER'
6.5.12.1 Shallow Alarm
Triggers an alarm when depth becomes shallower than the value set.
6.5.12.2 Deep Water Alarm
Triggers an alarm when depth becomes deeper than the value set.
6.5.12.3 Temp Upper
Triggers an alarm when the transducer reports a temperature (from TEMP 1
sensor) above the value set.
6.5.12.4 Temp Lower
Triggers an alarm when the transducer reports a temperature (from TEMP 1
sensor) below the value set.
6.5.12.5 Temp Rate
Triggers an alarm when the transducer reports a temperature (from TEMP 1
sensor) variation rate above the value set.
6.5.12.6 Fish Alarm
The options for Fish Alarm set the size of the fishes that, if detected by the
unit, switches an alarm to sound. These options are: Off, Small, Medium, Big and
Huge. The alarm sounds if the set size (or bigger) is detected.
6.5.13 LOAD SETTINGS FROM USER C-CARD
Load the complete settings from the User C-CARD and changes the active
menu settings. Insert the User C-CARD into the slot, then follow the procedure:
'MENU' + "LOAD SETTINGS FROM USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
6.5.14 SAVE SETTINGS TO USER C-CARD
This is useful to avoid the user having to retune up Fish Finder after a Clear
RAM operation or a software update.
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'MENU' + "SAVE SETTINGS FROM USER C-CARD" + 'ENTER'
6.5.15 RESTORE CURRENT PRESET DEFAULTS
This option restores the default values only for the current presets and does
not affect the other presets.
'MENU' + "RESTORE CURRENT PRESET DEFAULTS" + 'ENTER'
6.6 TRANSDUCERS
The transducer is a device that transmits and receives sound waves into the
water. The active component inside the transducer is commonly referred to as an
element but actually is a piezoelectric ceramic material.
Note
In the following tables, related to the transducer functions in the "Funct." column, these
abbreviations are used: D = Depth, S = Speed and T = Temperature.
6.6.1 DEDICATED AVAILABLE TRANSDUCERS
AIRMAR # Model Designation Housing Mount Funct. Power
31-492-1-01 P58 Transom Mount Plastic Transom D/S/T 600W
31-680-1-01 P66 Hi Performance Plastic Transom D/S/T 600W
31-494-2-01 P79 Plastic Plastic In-hull D 600W
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31-495-2-01 P319 Plastic Plastic Thru-hull D 600W
31-658-2-02 B744V W/ Hi Performance Fairing Bronze Thru-hull D/S/T 600W
B45
31-696-1-01 B45 W/ Hi Performance Fairing Bronze Thru-hull D/T 600W
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For the Technician
7.1 DIMENSIONS
Fig. 7.1 - SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
Fig. 7.1a - SKY X5 FISH & COMPACT X5 FISH
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7.2 INSTALLATION AND REMOVING
Fig. 7.2 - Example of Bracket (left) and flush (right) installation FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
7.3 EXTERNAL WIRING
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
GND/COMMON
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
Fig. 7.3 - External Wiring FOR SKY X5
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
RTCM 104 INPUT
INT. GPS OUTPUT NMEA0183
SIGNAL RETURN
GND/COMMON
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
Fig. 7.3a - External Wiring FOR COMPACT X5
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Fig. 7.3b - External Wiring FOR SKY X5 FISH
Fig. 7.3c - External Wiring FOR COMPACT X5 FISH
7.4 TYPICAL CONNECTIONS
DIFFERENTIAL
BEACON
RECEIVER
RTCM 104 OUTPUT+
SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
GND/COMMON
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
SMART GPS SENSOR CABLE
WIRE COLOR
RED
BROWN
GREEN
WHITE
BLACK/YELLOW/SHIELD
POWER +10-35 Vdc
GPS NMEA0183 OUTPUT+
GPS NMEA0183 INPUT+
RTCM 104 INPUT+
GND/SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
POWER
SUPPLY
+
SMART GPS
SENSOR
GPS POWER
SWITCH
Fig. 7.4 - GPS Connection on Port 3 FOR SKY X5
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Fig. 7.4a - GPS Connection on Port 3 FOR SKY X5 FISH
AUTOPILOT DEVICE
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/INPUT+
SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
POWER GND
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
Fig. 7.4b - Autopilot Connection on Port 2 FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
Fig. 7.4c - Autopilot Connection on Port 1 FOR SKY X5 FISH
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Fig. 7.4d - Autopilot Connection on Port 1 FOR COMPACT X5 FISH
NMEA0183
DEVICE
NMEA0183 OUTPUT+
NMEA0183 INPUT+
SIGNAL RETURN
FUNCTION
QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
BROWN
GRAY
ORANGE
PINK
BLUE
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
NMEA0183/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
NMEA0183/C-COM
NMEA0183/180/180CDX/C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
POWER GND
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
INPUT2+
OUTPUT2+
INPUT3+
OUTPUT3+
SIGNAL RETURN-
FUNCTION
Fig. 7.4e - External NMEA Connection on Port 1 FOR SKY X5 & COMPACT X5
Fig. 7.4f - External NMEA Connection on Port 1 FOR SKY X5 FISH
Fig. 7.4g - External NMEA Connection on Port 1 FOR COMPACT X5 FISH
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QUICK DISCONNECT BRACKET CABLE
DESCRIPTIONWIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
POWER SUPPLY GND
POWER SUPPLY+
C-COM
SIGNAL RETURN
C-COM
POWER GND
POWER +10-35Vdc
INPUT1+
SIGNAL RETURN-
OUTPUT1+
FUNCTION
C-COM GSM Plus CABLE
WIRE COLOR
BLACK
RED
WHITE
GREEN
YELLOW
GND
POWER SUPPLY+
C-COM TX+
C-COM TX-
C-COM RX+
FUNCTION
Fig. 7.4h - C-COM Connection on Port 1
7.5 TROUBLESHOOTING
The following is a brief guide to some of the problems you may experience
while using the chartplotter with common solutions.
7.5.1 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS
The chart plotter does not turn On — Make sure that the correct voltage (10-35
volt dc) is present. Check also that the polarity is correct. Refer to the Par. 2.2.
The chart plotter does not turn Off — If, after a 'POWER' pressure (for at least 3
seconds) the chart plotter does not turn Off, then turn Off the voltage.
The chart plotter does not respond to any command — Try to turn Off, and then
turn On. If the problem persists, erase the memory (see Par. 7.6.1).
The chart plotter does not get a valid fix — Make sure that no metal obstacle is
placed around the chart plotter acting as a shield for the antenna. If, after 15 minutes,
the chart plotter does not get the fix, turn it Off and On again.
The chart plotter screen becomes very dark after a long exposure to direct sun-
light — Control the contrast (see Par. 2.3).
7.5.2 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The list above should allow you to solve most of the operating problems you
are likely to encounter. Simply disconnecting the chart plotter from power for a
moment may solve your problem as well.
If this does not help, you can try one additional memory clear option. This
is a factory default RAM Clear that should only be tried after all other attempts have
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been made. When using the RAM Clear feature, you will loose all user stored informa-
tion and the chart plotter will default to factory settings. Before this step, you have the
option of saving user Marks, Track history and Routes to a User C-CARD (this is an
optional purchase from your dealer). To perform a RAM Clear see Par. 7.6.1.
If you still need assistance, call your local dealer, reporting the Software Re-
lease and Cartography information available in the About page.
'MENU' + "About..." + 'ENTER'
7.5.2.1 World Background Charts
The internal background charts can be updated to include the MAX A and
B level charts which provide improved marine data, rivers, lakes, terrestrial data
(major streets , highways , railways, etc...), Nav-Aids, depth areas, territorial water
areas, etc... by reading them from a special data C-CARDs (contact your local dealer).
All units must have the WorldWide Background upload function that is activated
from the system.
Worldwide Background Update
The System Update menu is entered from the About page. To select this menu follow
the procedure:
Plug the special data C-CARD + 'MENU' + "About..." + 'ENTER' + 'MENU' +
"UPDATE WORLDWIDE CHARTS" + 'ENTER'
7.6 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 chart plotter, the extended auto-test should help determine
the problem. Make sure the chart plotter is turned Off. While pressing and holding
any other key, turn the chart plotter On. A new menu will appear on the display.
Use the cursor key to select the preferred 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 chart plotter.
7.6.1 RAM MENU
This test verifies the integrity of the memories and if preferred during this
test all the internal memory can be erased and the default setting restored.
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RAM Test
To verify the integrity of the RAM. If on the screen the message "ERROR"
appears, the RAM is physically damaged.
RAM Clear
To clear internal memory. If the chart plotter exhibits unusual behavior, 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 desti-
nations. 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').
7.6.2 DIM MENU
To select the preferred value for contrast and backlight.
Contrast
Each time you pressed the cursor key to right, the screen will decrease brightness,
instead of to left it will increase brightness.
Backlight
To set the backlight. Operates in similar mode as Contrast.
7.6.3 CARTRIDGES
To check the C-CARD and its connector.
Background ROM
To test the WorldWideBackground. If there is not a malfunction, the code of the
Background and the message "OK" are shown.
C-CARD Test
To test the C-CARD. There are three 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.
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C-CARD Connector
Indicates if there is a malfunction in the connector. It is used only in production.
7.6.4 SERIAL PORTS
If you are having problems receiving data from the position-finding
instrument, this test should help determine the problem.
Change Parameters
Allows to change the parameters of the serial interface. This menu allows to
select the Port (Signal Source), 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. Default settings are: Port = Port 1, Baud Rate = 4800,
Data Bits = 8, Parity = none, Stop Bits = 1.
Input Data Display
Allows the chart plotter 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.
7.6.5 MODEM TEST
To check the Modem connections. Press 'ENTER' to select the preferred
Port related to the connections made, to the Port that the Modem C-COM is con-
nected.
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Ter ms
This section explains the terms that may be unfamiliar to the reader.
Advanced Mode
The chart plotter can operate in two different modes: Basic Mode and Advanced Mode. In Advanced
Mode it is possible to have more available functions, for example it is possible to handle Waypoints.
AIS = Automatic Identification System
It has been introduced to improve the safety of navigation by assisting in the efficient operation of ship-
to ship, ship reporting and VTS applications.
Altitude
Altitude of GPS Antenna on the medium sea level.
Arrival Time
Estimated time of day you will reach your destination, based on your current speed and track from
GPS.
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.
Azimuth
Angular measurement from the horizon to a satellite or another object.
Basic Mode
The chartplotter can operate in two different modes: Basic Mode and Advanced Mode. In the first
mode there is a restricted number of functions, and it is not possible to handle Waypoints, Marks,
Events and A-B-C-D function.
Beacon
A prominent, specially constructed object forming a conspicuous vertical mark as a fixed aid to navigation.
Buoy
A floating object moored to the sea bottom in a particular (charted) place, as an aid to navigation.
Buoys and 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 colored according to their
international code.
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BRG = Bearing
Angle between the North (True or Magnetic) and a destination. It represents the direction to follow.
Chain
Selects the preferred 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.
Chart Lock
When Chart Lock is On, the available zoom scales are only the ones containing cartographic data.
Instead when Chart Lock is Off, it is possible to zoom down into zoom scales not covered by carto-
graphic data after the last available zoom scale covered by cartographic data.
Warning
When an empty level is entered, the message “No cartographic coverage” is shown on a window
in a corner of the map display. The warning message is always displayed as long as the current
zoom has no data coverage.
Charting
The cursor is shown on the map and the Zoom functions refer to its position. When in Charting mode,
if the ship icon moves off screen, the chart is not centered on it.
COG = Course Over Ground
Direction of the path over ground actually followed by a vessel.
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.
Course Vector
Graphical indication of the direction in which the Vessel is heading. The Course Vector origin is the
vessel’s position so the time line movement is synchronized with the vessels Icon. Course Vector course
is given by the value of COG (Course Over Ground) and its length is proportional to the SOG (Speed
Over Ground).
CTS = Course To Steer
The optimum direction the boat should be steered in order to efficiently make headway back to the
course line while also proceeding toward the destination Waypoint.
Cultural Features
Any man-made topographic feature as built-up area, buildings, roads, ....
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.
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 Area
The sea area that is beyond the selected range is filled by an uniform white color, the sea area that is
inside the selected range is filled by ordinary multicolor shading. The Spot Soundings and Depth
Contours are displayed on the range only.
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Depth Lines
Imaginary lines connecting points of equal water depth.
DGPS = Differential GPS
Provides even greater positioning accuracy than standard GPS.
DSC = Digital Selective Calling
Method of establishing a VHF radio call; it is used to announce urgent maritime safety information
broadcasts. This system allows mariners to instantly send Distress Call or/and Position Request to the
other vessels equipped with a DSC transceiver within range of the transmission.
Event
User Point that refers to the ship's position. It is simply a way of marking where the boat is.
File
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.
Goto
Sets a particular mark on the map, called Target or Destination.
GPS = Global Positioning System
It is a satellite based navigation system operated by the US Department of Defense. It gives the naviga-
tor a position 24 hours a day, 365 days a year under any weather conditions .
HDG = Heading
The horizontal direction in which a ship actually points or heads in any moment (see also COG).
HDOP = Horizontal Dilution Of Precision
Index for position-fixing accuracy. The smaller the HDOP value, the more accurately the position can
be fixed
Home
In this operating mode (called also Navigate mode) all operations refer to the ship's position.
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°.
LAT/LON
Coordinate system using Latitude and Longitude coordinates to define a position on earth.
LOG
Speed of the vessel relative to the water.
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°.
Loran
The Loran Chains are groups of transmitting stations that use timed radio pulse transmissions.
Magnetic Deviation
The angle between the Magnetic North and the Compass North.
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.
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Mark
Reference points related to cursor position.
MOBILARM
Automated crew monitoring system dedicated to monitoring onboard crew by maintaining a constant
link between the crew member and the boat. The instant a man over-board event happens, an auto-
matic alarm is sounded, and the vessels position is logged.
Natural Features
Any topographic feature formed by the action of natural processes: coastlines, relief, glaciers, ....
Navigate or Navigation (mode)
Operating mode (called also Home mode) all operations refer to the ship's position. The ship icon is
always visible on the screen and the chart is always centered on it.
NMEA-0183
The NMEA-0183 Data Interface Standard was developed by the National Marine Electronics Associa-
tion of America. It is an international standard that enables equipment from many different manufac-
tures to be connected together and to share information.
Pictures and Diagrams
The MAX data format allows assigning one or more image to any cartographic object. These Pictures
are typically used to facilitate the identification of cartographic objects or places around the map: they
can be the landscape layout nearby a harbor, the shape of a bridge or of a buoy etc.
On some objects, such as bridges, the image associated can represent the Diagram representing the
shape of the objects and the various characteristics (length, height, type of bridge etc.).
Fig.A.1 - Pictures and Diagrams
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.
Port Info
The Port Info function is a combination of a Port Info database containing all the relevant Safety and
Navigational information normally found in good pilot books and a presentation software which dis-
plays special Port Facility Symbols.
Ports & 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... .
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.
RTCM = Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services
The data format created by the Radio Technical Commission Maritime to transmit Differential GPS
corrections.
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SOG = Speed Over Ground
A calculation of the rate of movement of the ship over the ground.
Speed
The current velocity at which you are travelling, relative to a ground location.
Spot Sounding
Depth of the water in a specific and charted position
STR = Steering
The difference between COG and CTS. If COG is 25° and CTS is 30°, then STR is 5° Right.
Target
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.
TD = Time Difference
Loran positions are determined by precise timing of the intervals between reception of pulses transmit-
ted by pairs of stations in the selected chain. Between any two stations a ship must be located some-
where 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.
Tide
The periodic rise and fall of the surface of oceans, bays, etc., due principally to the gravitational interac-
tions between the Moon and Earth.
Tide Info
The Tide Info feature is the combination of a tide heights database that will be included within C-CARDs
and a 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 chart plotter will display a new Tide Diamond Symbol
for every Port or tide point in the database covered by that particular C-CARD.
Tide & Currents
The worldwide database with tidal stream information is available with MAX C-CARDs. When data/
time is available, Tidal stream arrows are shown on the charts, indicating the direction and strength of the
Tide.
Fig. A.1a - Tides & Currents
If no data/time is available from the GPS or the chart plotter is not in Simulation mode, the icon on the
map is generic one. The color of the arrow denotes the strength of the current as follows:
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0 to 0.1 kn -
0.2 to 1.0 kn -
1.1 to 2.0 kn -
2.1 to 3.0 kn -
3.1 to 9.9 kn -
Yellow
Yellow
Orange
Orange
Red
Fig. A.1b - Tides & Currents table
When the chart plotter receives a valid position fix, the Tide icons are shown on the charts on the basis
of the current date and time: the screen displays and changes arrows as date/time changes.
Time Line
The location where the ship will be after the time set by the user.
Tracks & Routes
Recommended and established routes for ships at sea, including traffic separation schemes, deep water routes, ....
TRN = Turning
The difference between COG and BRG. If COG is 80° and BRG is 75°, TRN is 5° Left.
TTG = Time To Go
The estimated time needed to reach your destination, based on your current speed and the distance to
destination.
User Point
Place on the chart identified by its coordinates and displayed on the screen with a reference symbol (see
Mark, Waypoint and Event).
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.
VAD = Value Added Data
Collection of additional cartographic objects which are not present on the original paper chart (from
which the electronic chart derives). These objects have been obtained from other sources and then
merged to the electronic charts in order to provide more information useful for the navigation.
VAD object can be any cartographic objects and it can be distinguished from the official-chart-objects
from the Quick Info. A dedicated icon is shown on the Quick Info window to indicate that the object
queried is a VAD. The same icon is also shown on the Full Info page and in addition the extended text
Value Added Data is shown on the details of the VAD object.
VMG = Velocity Made Good
It is the destination closing Velocity. The VMG is calculated using the current speed of the vessel
(SOG) and the difference between the current vessel course and the bearing to the destination.
WAAS = Wide Area Augumentation System
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in cooperation with other DOT organizations and DOD,
is augmenting the GPS/SPS with a satellite-based augmentation system, the WAAS. It will provide a
signal-in-space to WAAS users to support en route through precision approach navigation. After achieving
initial operational capability, the WAAS will then be incrementally improved over the next years to
expand the area of coverage, increase the availability of precision approaches, increase signal redun-
dancy and reduce operational restrictions.
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Waypoint
Any point to which one intends to navigate. A sequence of Waypoints makes up a Route plan .
WGS-84 = World Geodetic System 1984
Coordinates System or Datum developed by the Defense Mapping Agency (DMA).
Zoom-In
Shows more detail in a smaller area.
Zoom-Out
Operates similarly to zoom -in, but in the reverse, showing a wider but less detailed view.
XTE = Cross Track Error
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 travelled.
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B
Smart DGPS WAAS Receiver
B.1 INSTALLING
Choose a location for the antenna that has a clear view of the sky. Ensure
there are no major obstructions or fixtures in the immediate proximity to the an-
tenna. The antenna relies on direct “line of sight” satellite reception. If you are un-
sure that the chosen location is suitable it may be advisable to mount the antenna in
a temporary manner to verify correct operation. The thread used on the antenna (1",
14 TPI) is an industry standard thread used on a wide range of mounting brackets,
including the swivel joints commonly used for angled surfaces. However due to the
manufacturing process of these mounting brackets you may see that there is some
slop when tightening down the antenna to the bracket. This is of no concern how-
ever as the antenna must be tightened until the antenna stops rotating on the an-
tenna mounting bracket.
Fig.B.1 - Installing GPS Antenna (I)
The antenna design also allows for easy flush mounting.
1. Apply the adhesive mounting template sheet in the area that was verified
to receive satellite signal well.
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2. Then, following template instruction, drill a 1" (25mm) hole and three
0.13" (3.2mm) holes.
GPS OVERALL SHAPE
Ø3.2mm [0.13”]
Ø25m
m
[1
”]
Fig.B.1a - Installing GPS Antenna (II)
3. Remove the template and let the cable go through the central hole.
4. Apply a small coat of RTV to the underside of the antenna.
5. Place the antenna and then screw it with the three M3 screws.
Fig.B.1b - Installing GPS Antenna (III)
B.2 DIMENSIONS
60mm [2.63"]
41mm [1.61"]
98mm [3.86"]
Fig.B.2 - GPS Antenna Dimensions
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3D Navigation Data ........................16, 34
A
A-B-C-D ......................................... 40, 81
A-Scope ....................................... 18, 121
About page ................................113, 143
Active Track ..........................................82
active window .....................................127
Add to Route ..................................78, 79
Adding Event ........................................ 78
Adding Waypoint .................................. 63
Advanced ..............................................93
Advanced Functions ............................. 63
Advanced Mode ............. 22, 63, 81, 147
Advanced Settings menu ..................... 93
AIS ...................................... 16, 102, 147
AIS Menu ............................................104
AIS Target .......................................... 105
Alarm Bar ............................................121
Alarm menu ..........................................99
Alarms.......................................... 18, 133
Alter ...................................................... 96
Alternate Solution .................................96
Altitude ..................................................37
antenna ............................................... 155
Arrival Time ........................................147
assistance........................................... 142
Attention Areas ............................50, 147
Automatic Info ...................................... 52
Autopilot ................................................26
Autopilot Connection ............................26
Azimuth ........................................34, 147
B
Background ROM ............................... 144
backlight....................................... 24, 144
Bar ......................................................121
Basic Mode ........................... 22, 63, 147
Basic Settings .......................................36
Bathymetric........................................... 43
Beacon................................................ 147
Bearing ...............................................148
Beep............................................... 19, 23
Bottom Echo Profile ........................... 123
Bottom Lock Zoom .............................127
Bottom Range..................................... 129
BRG ....................................................148
brightness ...................................... 21, 24
Buoy ....................................................147
BWC ..................................................... 94
C
C-CARD ................................ 28, 84, 144
C-CARD Connector ............................145
C-CARD Test ......................................144
C-COM ..................................................27
C-COM Connection .............................. 27
C-COM GSM Plus ...............................27
C-Link ................................................... 85
C-Staff................................................. 105
C-Voice .................................................40
C-Weather Service ............................. 106
Calibrate Auxiliary Temperature .........132
Calibrate Sound Speed ...................... 132
Calibrate Water Speed ....................... 132
Calibrate Water Temperature.............132
Cartographic Data ................................44
CARTOGRAPHY INFORMATION ....... 42
Caution Notice ...................................... 23
Chain............................................ 96, 148
Change (User C-CARD) .......................85
chart ...................................................... 32
Chart - Depth 1/4 ..................................33
Chart - Fish Finder....................... 16, 126
Chart Boundaries.................................. 51
Chart full screen ...................................33
Chart Language .................................... 49
Chart Lock ..........................................148
Chart plotter .......................................... 19
Chart/Fish page ..................................126
Charting ................................ 22, 97, 148
Charts ................................................... 32
Clear Info .............................................. 43
CLEAR key .........................................125
Clear View ............................................ 43
clearing RAM ......................................144
COG .............................................34, 148
Color ..............................................79, 83
Color Bar............................................. 121
Color Settings ..................................... 131
Compass menu ....................................98
connector ............................................ 144
contrast ........................................ 21, 144
Conventions ..........................................13
Correction .................................... 95, 148
Analytical Index
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Course Over Ground .......................... 148
Course To Steer ................................. 148
Course Vector ..............................36, 148
CPA............................................ 102, 104
Creating a route ....................................64
Cross Track Error ...............................153
CTS .....................................................148
Cultural Features ......................... 51, 148
Cursor ................................................... 22
Cursor key .................... 19, 22, 124, 125
D
Data Entry .............................................30
Data Features ....................................... 42
Data to Save ......................................... 84
Data Window ........................................32
Datum ................................................. 148
Deep Water Alarm ..............................133
Default ................................................148
Deleting A-B-C-D ........................... 41, 81
Deleting EBL & VRM ............................80
Deleting Event ...................................... 78
Deleting File ..........................................85
Deleting Mark........................................76
Deleting MOB .......................................61
Deleting PTX......... 115, 130, 131, 132,
133, 134
Deleting route ................................ 65, 72
Deleting Selected Track .......................83
Deleting Target ..............................42, 66
Deleting Track ......................................83
Deleting Waypoint ......................... 53, 64
Depth ........................................... 37, 129
Depth Cursor ......................................126
Depth Graph ......................................... 33
Depth Lines................................ 146, 147
Depth Ruler......................................... 121
Depths & Land Elevation ......................43
Destination .....................................66, 99
Detailed Port Plan.................................43
Detailed World Background .................43
DGPS .................................. 14, 149, 155
Diagrams ............................................150
Differential Correction Source .............. 39
Differential GPS ..................................149
Diffusers................................................52
Digital Depth .......................................121
Digital Selective Calling ......................108
DIM Menu ........................................... 144
Dimensions ................................ 135, 156
Display Mode .................................44, 51
Display Setup .....................................131
Distance ......................................... 37, 84
Distress Call .......................................108
DSC .............................................16, 149
Dual Frequency page ......................... 125
Dynamic Currents .................................43
Dynamic Elevation Data ....................... 43
Dynamic Nav-Aids ......................... 43, 46
E
EBL .......................................................80
EBL & VRM Placing .............................80
Echogram .................................. 120, 122
Echogram window ..............................120
Editing EBL & VRM .............................. 81
Editing Event ........................................79
Editing Mark ..........................................77
Editing Waypoint .................................. 69
electronic charts ................................... 15
Enhanced Mixing Levels.......................43
Enhanced Port Info............................... 43
Enhanced Turbo-Zoom ........................43
ENTER key .........................................124
Event ..................................... 75, 78, 149
Expanded Info.......................................56
External bracket.................................... 14
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS ............... 24
External NMEA Connection.................. 26
External Wiring ...................................138
Extra Large Coverage ..........................43
F
FF Module............................................. 18
File ............................................... 84, 149
Find .......................................................43
Find Function ........................................ 58
Finding Lakes Information .................... 60
Finding Obstructions ..................... 60, 61
Finding Port Services .........................143
Finding Tide Stations............................ 59
Finding User Points ..............................70
Finding Waypoint ..................................70
Fish Alarm ..........................................133
Fish Finder .......................... 35, 116, 119
Fish Finder Dual Frequency ........ 16, 125
Fish Finder echogram ........................122
Fish Finder Full Screen ............... 16, 124
Fish Finder page................................. 120
Fish Finder page selection .................123
Fish Finder Pages ................................35
Fish Finder Setup menu ..................... 128
Fish Finder transmission .................... 120
Fish Finder Zoom ........................16, 126
Fish Symbols ......................................131
Fishes .................................................122
Fix menu ............................................... 95
Fix Position ...........................................95
Flexi-Zoom ............................................43
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Flush mounting kit ................................14
focus ...................................................127
Formatting ............................................ 85
Frequency ....... 121, 124, 127, 129, 130
Fuel .......................................................74
Full ...................................................... 124
Full Info ................................................. 55
Full Info on Lakes ................................. 55
Full page .............................................124
Functions Menu ............................. 21, 29
G
Gain ..................................124, 129, 130
Gain Mode .......................................... 129
General Data Window .......................... 32
GO-TO ................................................110
Goto ............................................. 79, 149
Goto PTX ............................................115
GPS ...................................... 24, 33, 149
GPS Antenna Dimensions .................154
GPS Connection ...................................24
GPS Data Page .................................... 33
GPS Status ...........................................33
Graphic Data Page ........................ 34, 42
Grounding Alarm ................................100
Grounding Alarm Range ..................... 100
Grounding Alarm Report ....................101
Grounding Alarm Width ......................100
GSM ......................................................27
Guardian Alarm ..............................15, 44
Guardian Technology ......................... 100
H
HDG ....................................................149
HDOP..................................................149
Heading ..............................................149
Home ............................. 21, 22, 97, 149
I
I/O cable ............................................... 14
Info ........................................................ 56
Info Function ......................................... 56
info on Event .........................................79
Info on Lakes ........................................ 54
info on Mark .......................................... 78
info on route ..........................................73
info on Waypoint ...................................70
Info Tree ...............................................56
Inserting A-B-C-D ................... 40, 81, 82
Inserting C-CARD .................................29
Inserting MOB ....................................... 61
Inserting Waypoint................................ 67
Installation ..........................................138
Installing GPS Antenna ......................155
Interface ................................................17
Interference Rejection ................. 18, 130
Internal GPS ......................................... 38
ISO Certification ...................................42
K
Keel Offset ..........................................132
Key ........................................................19
Keyboard .............................................. 21
L
Lakes By Names .................................. 60
Lakes Information .................................60
Land Elevation Values .......................... 51
Land Elevations ..............................51, 43
Landmarks ............................................ 51
language ........................................ 24, 49
LAT/LON .............................................149
Lat/Lon Grid .......................................... 51
Latitude ...............................................147
List User Points Page ............. 70, 78, 79
Load Settings...................................... 133
Loading File .......................................... 85
Local Time ............................................93
LOG ....................................................149
Log page ............................................. 109
Longitude ............................................149
Loran ...................................................149
M
Magnetic Deviation ............................. 149
Magnetic Variation ..............................149
Man OverBoard ....................................22
Map Menu ............................................. 44
Map Presentation .................................51
Mark ............................... 75, 78, 79, 150
Marker Zoom ...................................... 127
Master Chart Plotter ............................. 88
MAX ...................................................... 42
Max Depth ............................................ 18
MENU key.................................. 124, 127
Mixing Levels ................................. 43, 47
MMSI...................................................103
MOB ........................................ 22, 61, 89
MOBILARM......................... 16, 112, 150
MOBILARM PTX.................................113
MOBILARM Status .............................112
Modem Test ........................................143
Moving A-B-C-D.................................... 82
Moving Mark ......................................... 76
Moving Waypoint .................................. 67
Multilanguage ................................15, 43
N
Natural Features .................................150
Nav-Aids ........................................ 46, 50
Nav-Aids & Light Sectors ..................... 50
Navigate .......................................78, 150
Navigate menu .....................................96
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Navigating on A-B-C-D .........................41
Navigation ...................... 21, 22, 97, 150
Navigation Data ............................. 34, 86
Navigation Speed ................................. 39
NMEA....................................................26
NMEA WPL & RTE............................... 72
NMEA-0183 .......................... 87, 94, 150
NOAA .................................................... 37
NT/NT+ ................................................. 42
O
Object Info ............................................43
Obstructions .................... 52, 59, 60, 61
Off-line redraw ......................................44
Official data source............................... 43
Operating Frequency ..........................121
opto-isolated ........................................... 4
OSGB .......................................... 96, 150
Other Map Configurations .................... 49
Outdoor Recreational Area...................60
P
Page Selection menu .........................123
Pair........................................................ 96
Palette................................................... 45
Perspective View .....................15, 22, 43
Photos & Diagrams ....................... 15, 43
Physical Characteristics ....................... 18
Pictures ...............................................150
Placing EBL & VRM .............................80
Port 1/Port 2/Port 3 Input .....................37
Port Info ................................43, 56, 150
Port information ....................................15
Port Services ........................................59
Ports & Services ................... 51, 56, 150
Ports By Distance .................................59
Ports By Name .....................................59
Position Request ................................108
Power Output ........................................18
Power supply ........................................ 17
Presentation Features .......................... 43
Preset Mode .......................................128
PTX .....................................................113
PTX icon ............................................. 114
PTX information window .....................115
PTX List Page .....................................115
Q
Quick Info .................... 43, 54, 105, 111
Quick Info on Lakes..............................54
R
RAM Clear .......................................... 144
RAM Menu ..........................................143
RAM Test ............................................144
Range .................................................129
Range Mode ....................................... 129
Receiver ....................................... 14, 119
Receiving AIS ..................................... 105
Removing............................................ 138
Removing C-CARD ..............................29
Restart GPS .........................................39
Reversing route ............................. 72, 73
Rivers & Lakes .....................................51
Roads ............................................ 43, 51
Rocks ....................................................52
Rolling Road Scale ...............................97
Route ............................. 63, 65, 71, 150
route check report ................................ 75
Route Data Report................................ 89
Route Name .................................. 72, 73
Route Report .................................73, 74
Routes ..................................................71
RTCM.................................................. 150
S
Safe Route Checking ...........................74
Safety Route Check .......................15, 44
Safety Status Bar .......................... 15, 47
Safety Toolbar ...................................... 44
Satellite image coverage ...................... 15
Satellite Imagery ............................15, 48
Save Settings .....................................133
Saving File ............................................84
Scrolling Speed ..................................131
Seabed Type ........................................51
Search & Find .......................................43
Selecting active Track ..........................82
Selecting distance ................................ 84
Selecting Route ....................................71
Selecting time ....................................... 84
Selecting track Color ............................83
Send/Receive Route............................. 72
Sensitivity............................................130
Sensitivity menu ........................ 124, 130
Serial Ports .....................................4, 145
Set Default Settings............................132
Setup menu ............... 93, 124, 127, 128
Shallow Alarm .....................................133
Shift..................................................... 129
Show PTX .......................................... 116
Simulation ........................................... 101
Slave Chart Plotter ............................... 88
Smart DGPS WAAS Receiver ...........155
Smooth Zoom .................................15, 43
SOG ............................................. 34, 151
Specifications .......................................14
Speed ................................... 37, 74, 151
Speed & Fuel ........................................ 74
Speed Over Ground ...........................149
Spot Soundings ........................... 43, 151
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Static Navigation................................... 95
STC ..................................... 18, 124, 130
STC Length.........................................130
STC Strength ...................................... 130
Steering ..............................................151
STR .....................................................151
Structures .................................... 48, 123
Surface Clutter............................. 48, 123
Surface Noise Filter ................... 124, 130
System Test........................................143
System Update ...................................143
T
Target ... 21, 32, 41, 65, 102, 109, 151
TCPA ......................................... 103, 104
TD ................................................ 96, 151
Temp Lower ........................................133
Temp Rate .......................................... 133
Temp Upper ........................................133
Temperature ................................ 37, 121
text area ................................................ 32
Thermoclines ......................................122
Tide .....................................................151
Tide & Currents .............. 15, 42, 50, 151
Tide Graph ............................................58
Tide Info .......................................57, 151
Tide Stations......................................... 59
Tides Preview ....................................... 43
Time ............................................. 84, 101
Time Difference ..................................151
Time Line ............................................ 152
Time To Go ........................... 42, 66, 152
Track ..................................................... 82
Track memorizing type ......................... 83
Track storing ......................................... 82
Tracks & Routes .......................... 51, 152
transducer ...................18, 119, 132, 134
Transducer Setup ...............................132
transmitter........................................... 119
TRN..................................................... 152
Trouble shooting .................................142
True-Type Font ..................................... 43
TTG ....................................... 42, 66, 152
Turbo Zoom ....................................15, 43
Turning ................................................152
Type of Data .......................................108
Typical Connection .............................137
U
Underwater Object Limit .......................52
User C-CARD .............. 28, 84, 107, 133
User Point ...........................................152
User Points List page .................... 70, 78
UTC.............................................. 93, 152
UTM ............................................. 96, 152
V
VAD..................................................... 152
Value Added Data .......................51, 152
Variable Depth Marker... 121, 124, 125,
127
VDM ......................... 121, 124, 125, 127
VHF radio............................................ 108
Video Input ........................................... 29
VMG ....................................................152
Voice Menu ...........................................40
voltage .................................................. 23
VRM ......................................................80
W
WAAS ................................. 14, 152, 155
Warning Message ..............................120
Water Temperature ................... 121, 132
Waypoint ........................ 73, 78, 79, 153
WGS-84 ....................................... 97, 153
White Line........................... 18, 122, 131
Wind......................................................35
Wind Data ............................................. 35
World Background Charts ..................143
worldwide background .......................... 43
Wrecks........................................... 52, 59
X
XTE .....................................................153
Z
Zoom..................................... 22, 43, 126
Zoom Bar ............................................ 121
ZOOM IN key .............................125, 126
ZOOM OUT key .........................125, 126
Zoom page..........................................126
Zoom-In ..............................................153
Zoom-Out............................................153
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