MANUAL h1000 CND Chartplotter HB-1000C-02 English WARNING! Use of solvent based or chemical cleaners on displays will result in damage and invalidate your warranty.
cnd introduction overview Congratulations on your purchase of the Central Navigation Display (CND) from B&G. The CND is the latest in chart plotting and navigation displays from B&G and represents B&G’s commitment to providing customers the finest marine navigation systems. The CND is a state-of-the-art computerised electro nic chart system designed as a sophisticated navigation aid. Your CND provides many use ful features and is easy to use.
cnd introduction certification warnings & precautions WARNING: The GPS system is operated by the United States governme nt, which is solely respo nsible for its accuracy & maintena nce. The system is subject to changes that co uld affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the B&G CND is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID ca n be misused or misinterpreted a nd, therefore , become unsafe. Use the CND at your own risk.
cnd contents contents Page 4 Overview 1 Features Features 2 2 Certification 3 Warnings & Precautions 3 Trademarks 3 Display overview 7 Switching on and off Switching On Switching Off 8 8 8 Backlight 8 C-CARD Inserting the Card Removing the card 9 9 9 System settings 9 Overview of the display 10 Navigate to a single destination Distance to bearing Steer Deleting a Destinatio n 10 10 10 10 Navigating on a route Adding a Waypoint Creating a route Deleting a waypoint Moving Waypoint
cnd contents contents GPS mode GPS Mode Status Page GPS Page Road Page XTE Page XTE Options 26 26 26 26 27 27 27 Routes Main Setup Screen Selecting a route Selecting a route to work Deleting a route Route Colour selection Reversing a route Route Report Changing Speed & Fuel values Route Report from the chart.
cnd contents contents Page 6 Track functions Track functions Enabling Track Storing Selecting Active Track Displaying Track Selecting Track Colo ur Selecting Time Interval Selecting Vector Delete Current Track 40 40 40 40 40 40 41 41 41 Memory menu Memory Menu Saving a File 42 42 42 User C-CARD menu Loading a File Deleting a File Sort the User C-CARD Directory Reading the User C-CARD Selecting slot Formatting User C-CARD 43 43 43 43 43 43 44 Technical Specifications 45 Installation Precautions P
cnd getting started display overview SOFTKEYS CURSOR ENTER C-MAP Cover POWER KEY Press the PWR ke y to turn the CND On There are 5 Softkeys, which ha ve different functions when you select different modes of operation, the labels for the current functions are shown on the scree n immediately adjacent to the keys. Press the MARK key to place a Mark at your boat’s current position. Press the SETUP key to enter the Setup pages.
cnd getting started switching on and off Before turning the CND on, check that the installation instructions in Appendix B ha ve been correctly follo wed. Switching On Pressing the PWR key for one second switches on the CND, you will first be presented with the B&G logo screen and so ftware version information. The CND will the n perform a short self test procedure that checks internal memory and displays any failure detected on the screen. If installed, the C-CARD will also be tested.
cnd getting started c-card The CND uses cartridges, two types o f C-MAPNT The C-CARD, contains detailed charts of the area cove red. The User C-CARD can be used to permanently store your routes, Waypoints, Marks and tracks. Hold the C-CARD by the short inclined side so tha t you can see the C-MAP label. WARNING: To prevent ingress of water, ensure C-Card door area is dry. Failure to comply ma y result i n invalidation of warranty.
cnd getting started overview of the display Cursor Box Cursor Softkeys Label Text Box navigate to a single destination Using the CURSOR keypad move the curso r to your desired destination then press the NAV TO softkey, this softkey will the n change to the START softkey, pressing the START softkey will then create the Direct Target. A line is drawn connecting the Direct Target symbol with the boat’s position, all navigation data is no w referred to this Target.
cnd getting started navigating on a route If you prefer to navigate following a route towards its end point, you ca n define a series of locations (Waypoints) in sequence to make a route. Adding a Waypoint Using the CURSOR keypad place the cursor on the desired position, pressing the ENTER key will insert a Waypoint symbol on the chart, press the ADD TO ROUTE Softkey to make it the first point on your route .
cnd getting started navigating on a route Moving Waypoint Place the cursor on the Waypoint and press the MOVE Softkey, using the CURSOR keypad move the Waypoint, a dotted line connecting the Waypoint to the new position, is shown. To place the Waypoint in the new position, press the ACCEPT Softkey. Inserting a Waypoint Place the cursor on the route leg a nd press the INSERT Softkey. The line betwee n the two Waypoints is turned into a dotted line (rubber-band), now move the cursor to the new position.
cnd getting started navigating on a route Editing Waypoints Move the cursor onto the Waypoint and press the EDIT Softkey Use the CURSOR keypad to select the field and press the ENTER key. To e nter a name use the CURSOR keypad to insert the characters, then press the ACCEPT Softkey. To change the Symbol, use the CURSOR keypad to select the Icon and press the ENTER key. If the Coordinates field is selected, press the ENTER key and the n use the CURSOR keypad to insert the value.
cnd getting started finding information Time To Go TTG value is displayed on the Display Page, available by pressing the PAGE key twice and the XTE Softkey. C-MAPNT Information On the display you will see a variety of Ico ns and symbols. Handbook for Refer to the their expla nation (example shown). Getting Quick Information Place the cursor on a chart symbol such as a Nav-Aid, Wreck, etc. and a special pop-up window is displayed.
cnd getting started finding information By pressing the INFO softkey while the chart is displayed will display a list of all objects found in the ra nge of the cursor. If there are complex objects you will also find a list of the components. Use the CURSOR keypad to scroll through the list, press the ENTER key to expand.
cnd getting started finding information Select the service using the CURSOR keypad and then press the ENTER key. Detailed information on the services (opening and closing time of the Fuel station, telephone number of local amenities, etc) are displayed. This is available for all countries, where such information exists on the paper chart. You will also see accurately positioned symbols that show where many useful facilities are located.
cnd getting started finding information The scree n will display today’s Tide Height graph for the area where the Tidal symbol was located. The CND displays a moveable Vertical and Horizo ntal slider. Using the CURSOR keypad, move the horizontal slider to correspond with the draft of your boat. Using the Vertical slider you can then read the times at which the graph dips below the horizontal line i.e. the times when you will be in danger of grounding.
getting started cnd finding information Whe n the find display appears press the START Softkey to displays the nearest available facilities (i.e. the nearest Hospital, sail maker, bank, etc.). The icons list is sho wn of the available services. Select the facility using the CURSOR keypad and then press the ENTER key. Displayed is a list of ports nearest (up to 10) in which this facility is prese nt. Choose the port you want and press the FIND Softkey.
cnd getting started finding information Finding Port by Name Pressing the FIND Softkey displays the find screen. Using the CURSOR keypad select “Find Port by Name” and press the START Softkey to display a list of a ll ports stored on the C-CARD. Use the CURSOR keypad to select the port and the ZOOM +/- key to select next/p revious page. Pressing the FIND Softkey to locate the selected port on the chart. Note A Warning message is shown if there is no C-CARD inserted or there are no ports on the C-CARD.
cnd getting started finding information Insert the port name (max 15 characters) using the Up and Down CURSOR keypad to scroll throug h the letters, pressing the right arro w CURSOR keypad to move to the following space. A list of all ports containing the inserted name is displayed. Repeat the operation to refine the search or mo ve through the list with the CURSOR keypad. Pressing the FIND Softkey locates the selected port on the chart.
cnd getting started finding information Finding Tide Stations To find the nearest Tide Stations on the chart press the FIND Softkey to display the find screen. Note The find will be from the cursor position if the fix position is not suitable. Using the CURSOR keypad select Tide Stations and press the START Softkey to display a list of nearest Tide Stations (up to 10). Choose the Tide Station you want and press the FIND Softkey to display the Tide Grap h page.
cnd getting started data pages The Data Pages display the information obtained from the other instruments on your system. Using the information availab le, various othe r parameters ca n be calculated and displayed. Press the PAGE key to enter the Data Pages. Speed/Depth The Speed and Depth displays are divided into three pages, accessed by repeatedly pressing the SPD/DEP Softkey.
cnd getting started data pages Navigation The Navigation displays are divided into three pages, accessed by repeatedly pressing the NAV Softkey. To scroll between pages press the NAV Softkey.
cnd getting started data pages Multi Function The Multifunction displays are divided into two pages, accessed by repeatedly pressing the MULTI Softkey.
cnd getting started data pages Data Logs The Data Logging pages are divided into four pages, accessed by repeatedly pressing the DATA LOGS Softkey.
cnd getting started gps mode GPS Mode The GPS mode displays positional information received from a n externa l GPS ante nna or unit. Initialisation Whe n the CND is first switched on, it will start acquiring sa tellites to obtain a position fix. Pressing the PAGE key twice will display the GPS page. Status Page The Status page displays information about the satellites in use a nd the quality of the position provided. The bar graph displa ys the strength of the signal being received from each sa tellite.
cnd getting started gps mode Road Page Pressing the ROAD Softkey on the Status page displays the Road Page. The Road Page shows the current course displayed on a rolling road with the current heading up the page. The target waypoi nt is also displayed. Pressing the OPTIONS Softkey displays the Road Page Options. Pressing the XTE Softkey displays the XTE Page.
cnd advanced features routes Uploading waypoints from a PC Whe n uploading a series of pre-set waypoints from a PC via the NMEA interface (WPL), first press the ‘Setup’ butto n and select ‘Waypoints’ from the menu. Then upload your data fro m the PC, the information on your chosen wa ypoints will appear on the screen. Once the data has been transferred, press the ‘Clear’ butto n twice to view the wa ypoints on the chart.
cnd advanced features routes Deleting a Route From the main Route screen select the Route to be dele ted a nd press the DELETE Softkey. A warning appears confirming the delete . Route Colour selection From the main Route screen select the Route and press the COLOUR Softkey to display the eight colour select window, use the CURSOR keypad to select the colo ur, press the ACCEPT Softkey to confirm. The route appears on the screen in the selected colour. You can select a different colour for each route.
cnd advanced features routes Route Report Pressing the REPORT Softkey from the main Route screen will display information abo ut the Waypoints/Marks in that route. If more than six Waypoints are shown, use the up and down CURSOR keypad to select another page. Press the CLR key to exit from Ro ute Data Report page.
cnd advanced features routes With the Speed box displayed, use the CURSOR keypad to change the value. Press the ENTER key to confirm the change. Once the estimated Speed and Fuel are entered, the CND will calculate the estimated time of arrival at each of the Waypoints/Marks in the ro ute and the fuel required. Route Report from the chart. Place the cursor on an existing Waypoint or route leg and press the REPORT Softkey to display the same Route Data Report page.
advanced features cnd routes Deleting a Waypoint from the list Use the CURSOR key to select the Waypoint to delete then p ress the DELETE Softkey. OR Whe n the de lete box appears press the ENTER key to Delete Selected Point, or using the CURSOR keypad to select Delete All Points, then press the ENTER key. Viewing Waypoint/Marks in a Route list Select the route and press the VIEW Softkey will display the selected route with the waypoints listed.
cnd advanced features routes Press the EXIT Softkey to return to the Route page. Finding a Waypoint/Mark on the chart Press the FIND Softkey. Select Find User Point and press ENTER. A window appears to insert the Name b y using the CURSOR keypad. Press the ACCEPT Softkey to accept, the CND will display the selected point.
cnd advanced features marks Adding a Mark Pressing the MARK key inserts a Mark on your boat’s position. In the Text Area info rmation on Mark name, symbol and Latitude/Longitude is shown. Press the CLR key to clear the message. Converting a MARK to a Waypoint Place the cursor o n the Mark a nd press the CONVERT Softkey, a window to confirm the conversion is displayed. Deleting a Mark Place the cursor on an existing Mark, press the DELETE Softkey, a window to confirm the deletion is displayed.
cnd settings setup menu Selecting Alarms Use the CURSOR keypad to scroll to the Alarms menu and pressing the ENTER key to select. Use the CURSOR keypad to enable the alarm, then use the CURSOR keypad to select and change the value of a setting , and press the ENTER key to set. When an alarm is activated the CND emits a beep and a pop-up window is opened. Anchor Drag Alarm Triggers when the boat exits from the anchor circle. The radius is set in the Alarm Value.
cnd settings setup menu Selecting System Settings Use the CURSOR keypad to scroll to the System Setti ngs menu a nd press the ENTER key to select. To set the Language Use the CURSOR keypad to select language and press ENTER to reveal the sub menu. Highlight the desired language a nd then press the ENTER key. To set the GPS/NMEA Use the CURSOR keypad to select the NMEA sub menu and use the ENTER key to confirm the settings.
cnd settings setup menu To set the Units Use the CURSOR keypad to select the units settings menu and press the ENTER key to confirm changes. Selecting Chart Plotter settings Use the CURSOR keypad to scroll to the Chart Plotter Settings menu and press the ENTER key to select. Use the CURSOR keypad to select the sub menus or to cha nge the value of a setting. Press the ENTER key to select.
cnd settings setup menu To set the Display Options 1 Use the CURSOR keypad to select a sub menu or to change the value of a setti ng, and press the ENTER key to select. It should be noted that these Display Option settings are stored when the CND is turned off. To set the Display Options 2 Use the CURSOR keypad to select a sub menu or to change the value of a setti ng, and press the ENTER key to select. It should be noted that these Display Option settings are stored when the CND is turned off.
cnd settings setup menu Selecting About This page displays the software and C_CARD informa tion. position correction Position Correction Position Correction applies an offset to your GPS position fix which will the n place your boat exactly on the chart where it should be. From the Plotter Setup menu, select Position Offset and press the ENTER key. Manually adjust the offset by the amo unt required to place your boat accurately on the chart. Note The position correction feature should be used with care.
cnd settings track functions Track functions A very useful feature of the CND is the ability to store and display exactly where the boat has been. This feature, referred to as Tracki ng, can provide invaluable information about the effect of tide and wind influence on the boat’s progress as well as giving an indication of the helmsman’s performance.
cnd settings track functions Selecting Time Interval It is possible to change the frequency that the CND records the boat’s position in memory. It is important to match the frequency of recording to the dista nce that your boat will be travelling in order that the whole passage can be tracked. To change the frequency, select the “Interva l” option using the up/down CURSOR key and change the time betwee n recording by pressing the ENTER key.
cnd settings memory menu Memory Menu The CND allows you to copy information to and from User C-CARD’s, returning the information to internal memory at a later time. This a llows virtually unlimited storage. Saving a File A window is opened to insert the file name and the type of data to save. Choose the type of data to save by pressing the related Softkey, Use the CURSOR keypad to choose the file name. At first a default name is shown, use the CURSOR keypad to insert the name, then press the ENTER key.
cnd settings Loading a File user c-card menu Choose the file name in the list using the CURSOR keypad, then press the LOAD Softkey to return the information to interna l memory. Deleting a File Use the CURSOR keypad to select the item, press the DELETE Softkey to delete the file from the C-CARD. This option permanently erases the selected file. Sort the User C-CARD Directory The contents of the C-CARD is displayed whe n yo u enter this mode. It is possible to sort the file directory.
cnd settings user c-card menu If the User C-CARD is not present in the selected slot, a warning message appears. Formatting User C-CARD A User C-CARD must be formatted before use. This operation prepares the User C-CARD to receive and store information. Pressing the FORMAT Softkey will display a box to advise that all data wi ll be lost. Pressing the ACCEPT Softkey will format the C-CARD. If a used User C-CARD is formatted, all previously stored data on the User C-CARD will be completely deleted.
CND Appendix A technical specifications • Dimensions mm (inch): 220 x 155 x 70.6 (8.66 x 6.10 x 2.78) • Power consumption: 12 Watt max, 10 - 16 Volt dc • GPS Interface: NMEA 0183 ver 2.3 • Autopilot Interface: NMEA 0183 ver 2.3 • Instrument Interface: NMEA 0183 ver 2.3 • Display mm (inch): LCD colour TFT transflecti ve active area 142mm (5.
cnd appendix b installation Precautions To avoid electromagnetic interference , it is recommended tha t the CND be installed no less than 0.3 me tres from a compass and 1 metre from the GPS. The CND is water resistant, but not wa terproof. Use the cover when not in use. The C-MAP Cover must be properly closed and only opened to i nsert or remo ve cartridges. In either situation, this process must be performed in a totally dry environment.
cnd appendix b electrical connections Use cable Part No. BGM-023005 With this connector Power/Data This is the main Power a nd Navigation NMEA port. The CND receives data from the GPS receiver and sends data to the instrument system using this port. Sentences decoded: DBT, DPT, GGA, GLL, GSA, GSV, HDG, HDM, HDT, MWV, RMC, VHW, VTG, VWR, VWT, WPL, ZDA a nd DTM (B&G special). Sentences Transmitted: APA, APB, BOD, BWC, BWR, DBT, GGA, GLL, HDG, HSC, RMA, RMB, RMC, VTG, WCV, XTE, ZDA and ZTG.
cnd appendix c terms and functions This section explains the terms that may be unfamiliar to the reader. Some terms are followed by a brief description on how to select the related menu option, listing the key sequence. About (page) Selects a page that gives information on software and cartography version and general software specification. Anchor Alarm Specifies the radius of an anchor circle around the boat, whe n exiting fro m the circle, the CND emits an alarm and a pop-up window is opened.
cnd appendix c terms and functions Bathymetrics & Soundings Range Sets the min/max value for Bathymetrics and Soundings. If the depth unit is Metres (Mt), the range is [0 - 15000], if Feet (Ft) is [0 - 49212], if Fatho m (FM) is [0 - 8202]. The default setting is [0, 33] Ft. Beacon A prominent, specially constructed object forming a conspicuous vertical mark as a fixed aid to navigation. Bearing Selects either degrees magnetic, (Magne tic), or degrees true, (True).
appendix c cnd terms and functions COG = Course Over Ground Direction of the path over ground actually followed by a boat. Coordinate System Sets your preferred Coordinate System among ddd mm ss, ddd mm.mm, ddd mm.mmm XTE = Cross Track error The distance from the boat’s present position to the closest point on a line between the origin and destinations Waypoints of the navigation leg being trave lled.
cnd appendix c terms and functions Distance Units Sets the distance unit among Nm = nautical miles, Mi = miles and Km = kilometres. The default setting is Nm. DTG = Distance To Go The actual dista nce to reach the Target. File File is a collection of info rmation stored on a User C-CARD. Each file must have a unique name. Find User Point Finds the desired User Point on the chart, after inserting the name. Formatting The formatting of a User C-CARD must be done before using a new User C-CARD.
cnd appendix c terms and functions HDOP = Horizontal Dilution Of Precision It is the index for position-fixing accuracy. The smaller the HDOP value, the more accurate ly the position can be fixed. Keypad Beep Enables/Disables the keypad beep. The default setting is On. Info Displays a screen with a list of all objects found in the range of the cursor.
cnd appendix c terms and functions LOG Speed of the boat 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 converging at the poles from 0° to 180°. Magnetic Deviation The angle between the Magnetic North a nd the Compass North.
cnd appendix c terms and functions Deleting MOB To cancel the MOB mode, press and hold the ‘MARK’ key for two seconds. Names Turns On/Off the displaying of the local area names. The default setting is On. Nav-Aids Turns On/Off the Buoys and Beacons. The default setting is On. NMEA-0183 The NMEA-0183 Data Interface Standard was developed by the National Marine Electronics Association of America.
cnd appendix c terms and functions Port Info The Port Info function is a combination of a new Port Info database containi ng all the relevant Safety and Navigational information normally found in good pilot books and a new presentation software which displa ys special Port Facility Symbols. Ports and Services Turns On/Off the displaying of Ports and Services. The default setting is On. Port Services To loca te and displa y the nearest available facilities of a particular type (i.e.
appendix c cnd terms and functions Route Sequence of Waypoints connected b y legs. Only the currently selected/displayed route can be navigated to or edited. Setup (menu) The Setup me nu is where all the settings and adjustments are made. SNR = Signal to Noise Ratio The ratio of the magnitude of a signal that of the noise (interference). SOG = Speed Over Gro und A calculation of the rate of moveme nt of the boat over the ground.
cnd appendix c terms and functions Tide Info The Tide Info feature is the combination of a tide heights database that is included withi n new C-CARDs and features which calculate the tide graph for all primary and secondary ports world-wide, plus the times of Sunrise and Sunset. At some chart levels, the CND will display a Tide Diamond Symbol for every Port or tide point in the database covered by that particular C-CARD.
cnd appendix c terms and functions User C-CARD The CND uses the optional user C-CARD to save user data. Before a new user C-CARD can be used, it must be formatted. User Point Place on the chart identified by its coordinates and displayed on the screen with a reference symbol (see Mark, Waypoint). User Points List Gives information about all stored User Points (Mark and Waypoint). Waypoint Any point to which one intends to na vigate. A sequence of Waypoints makes up a route.
CND Appendix C troubleshooting The chartplotter does not turn On Make sure that the correct voltage (10-35V dc) is present. Check also that the polarity is correct. The chartplotter does not get a valid fix Make sure that no metal obstacles are placed around the GPS antenna and that the CND has been correctly wired. If, afte r 15 minutes, the CND does not get a fix, turn it Off and On again.
warranty cnd warranty 1. Warranty Brookes & Gatehouse Limited (“B&G”) g uarantees this product against defects in materials or workmanship on the terms a nd conditions set out below (the “Warranty”). 2. Warranty Period The Warra nty continues for 24 months from the date of purchase by the user (excluding mechanical items, including but not limited to, autopilot drive units which are subject to 12 months warranty).
cnd warranty Warranty 6. Software B&G shall not be liable under this Warranty or o therwise for any defect in software incorporated within the product. 7. Further Warranties The warranty set out in this docume nt is the only warranty offered by B&G. B&G makes no further promises in relatio n to this product such as (b ut not limited to): 7.1. That it is suitable for any particula r use; or 7.2. That it conforms to any particular quality standards. 8. Transfer This Warranty is not transferable. 9.
