Raychart 425 Chartplotter Owner’s Handbook Document # 81172_2 Date: January 2001
Raychart 425 Chartplotter iii Raychart 425 Chartplotter Owner’s Handbook SAFETY NOTICES CAUTION: HIGH VOLTAGE The display unit contains high voltages. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools available only to qualified service technicians – there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the display unit cover or attempt to service the equipment. CAUTION: NAVIGATIONAL AID This device is only an aid to navigation.
iv Preface This handbook covers the Raychart 425 manufactured by Raytheon Marine Company. It contains important information on the installation and operation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best results in operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly. Raytheon’s Product Support representatives, or your authorized dealer, will be available to answer any questions you may have.
v Contents - Raychart 425 Chartplotter SAFETY NOTICES................................................................. Warranty ................................................................................... EMC Conformance .................................................................. Technical Accuracy.................................................................. iii iv iv iv Chapter 1: Overview .................................................................................. 1-1 1.
vi Moving Waypoints ..................................................................3-8 3.3 Working with Routes................................................................3-8 Creating a New Route ............................................................3-10 Saving the Current Route ......................................................3-11 Clearing the Current Route from the Screen ..........................3-12 Retrieving a Route from the Database ...................................
vii Language .................................................................................4-4 Simulator .................................................................................4-4 Simulated SOG ........................................................................4-4 Simulated COG .......................................................................4-5 4.3 Chart Set Up Parameters ..........................................................4-5 Orientation .....................................
viii Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding .................................................6-1 6.1 Maintenance.............................................................................6-1 Routine Checks .......................................................................6-1 Servicing and Safety ................................................................6-1 6.2 Resetting the System ................................................................6-2 6.3 Problem Solving...........................
Chapter 1: Overview 1-1 Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 Introduction This handbook describes the Raychart 425 Chartplotter and its associated Raystar 120 GPS Receiver. The Raystar 120 utilizes Satellite Differential (SD) signals for enhanced navigational accuracy over conventional shore based differential GPS systems (dGPS). The Raychart 425 Chartplotter is waterproof and can be installed either above or below deck.
1-2 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Appendix A details the Technical Specification for the Chartplotter. Appendix B details the Technical Specification for the GPS Receiver. Appendix C defines the NMEA data received/transmitted by the Chartplotter. Appendix D provides a list of abbreviations used in this handbook. Installation Templates for the Raychart 425 and its associated Raystar 120 GPS Receiver are included at the end of this handbook. 1.
Chapter 1: Overview 1-3 The combination of the WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS systems will provide global satellite based differential GPS augmentation into the future. How it Works The following description is based on WAAS, but the principles apply equally to the EGNOS and MSAS systems.
1-4 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Availability of the WAAS System in North America The WAAS system is presently broadcasting and being tested for aviation use. It is expected to be certified by the FAA in 2002. During this testing and certification period, continuous service is expected, however, brief signal outages may occur as refinements and upgrades are made to the system. The status of WAAS and planned outages are available online at Raytheon’s website http://wwws.raytheontands.com/waas or http://www.
Chapter 1: Overview • • • • • 1-5 Satellite acquisition data. Uses positional information from Satellite Differential GPS to display vessel’s position. The display and keys can be illuminated for night-time use. Detailed navigation information is displayed when a Navionics® Nav-Chart card is installed. The vessel’s position is shown as a boat symbol pointing in its current direction.
1-6 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Status Bar MOB GOTO SIM OV NU CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W 128 nm EXETER TOPSHAM TEIGNMOUTH EXMOUTH ENPORT TORQUAY PLYMOUTH DARTMOUTH BRG RNG 231°T 40.
Chapter 1: Overview 1-7 Note: During many operations the cursor cannot be moved around the screen, eg. whilst a function bar is displayed, the cursor is used exclusively for selection. In such cases, three rapid beeps indicate invalid action. Dedicated Keys These keys have fixed functions. Some keys can be used in either of two ways: • Press: Press the key momentarily and then release it. This method is used for most key operations.
1-8 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Pop-Up Menus Pop-up menus usually provide various options. When a pop-up menu is on-screen, a set of associated functions is also displayed. Use the trackpad to select an option from the menu, then use the appropriate function to set the option, eg. the radius of the waypoint arrival alarm can be specified and the selected navigation data can be set on/off. Database Lists The waypoints and routes created on the chartplotter are stored in database lists.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-1 Chapter 2: Getting Started 2.1 Introduction This chapter provides information and instructions to allow you to practice using the Raychart 425 Chartplotter. It is intended to help you become familiar with the controls before you start using the chartplotter for routine navigation. Note: There is often more than one method of performing a particular task. Normal operating procedures are detailed in Chapter 3.
2-2 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 2.2 Switching On/Off ➤ To turn the chartplotter display unit on, press the POWER key. The keys illuminate, the display unit beeps and the Raychart logo is displayed, followed by the following warning: WARNING THE ELECTRONIC CHART IS AN AID TO NAVIGATION DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE USE OF AUTHORISED GOVERNMENT CHARTS, NOT TO REPLACE THEM.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-3 Figure 2-1: Lighting Controls The last-used control is highlighted in inverse video. 2. Press the trackpad left/right to select the LIGHTS function. 3. Press the trackpad top/bottom to increase or decrease the lighting to one of four levels. You can press and hold the trackpad to change the setting more rapidly. The lighting level is adjusted as you change the setting. 4. Press the trackpad right to select the contrast control. There are 16 contrast levels.
2-4 Raychart 425 Chartplotter sired mode on power-up. Simulated data should never be used for navigational purposes. ➤ To view a chart image using simulated data: 1. Press the PAGE key to display the SET UP function bar (Figure 2-2): D4694_1 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Figure 2-2: Set Up Function Bar Press trackpad left/right to highlight SYSTEM SET UP and press ENTER to display the System Set Up menu. Use trackpad up/down to highlight the SIMULATOR option. Use trackpad left/right to select ON.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-5 From Chart Display Press PAGE to display Set Up functions PAGE SIM OV NU CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W 128 nm EXETER TOPSHAM TEIGNMOUTH EXMOUTH ENPORT TORQUAY PLYMOUTH DARTMOUTH Press PORTLAND SUNSET 21.34 ISLE O HARBOUR Press PAGE CAP DE LA HAGUE to return to Chart display 06.23 231°T 40.91nm SALCOMBE PAGE SUNRISE BRG RNG to display CDI ALDERNEY GUERNSEY JERSEY PORTB TODAY AT POSITION (USER SELECTED) SYSTEM SETUP 50°45 .
2-6 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Moving Around the Chart You will normally operate the chartplotter with the chart showing your vessel’s current location. In the default North-Up orientation (shown in the status box at the top of the display), the vessel moves in relation to the screen. You will need to reposition the chart if your vessel moves out of the area currently displayed, or if you wish to examine or place waypoints in another area.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-7 • If Screen Amplifier is enabled, the vessel is positioned so as to increase screen forward visibility, see Chapter 4: Setting Up. 3. To release the cursor from homed mode press the trackpad to move the cursor away from the vessel’s current position. The status bar shows the cursor position, range and bearing. Changing the Chart Scale The RANGE key changes the chart scale so that a smaller or larger area is shown on the available cartography.
2-8 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 2. If further chart enlargement is available using the current chart card you can press the bottom of the RANGE key to zoom in again, repositioning the cursor first if required. An area of further chart detail is indicated by a box around the area as shown in Figure 2-6. SIM OV NU CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W 128 nm EXETER TOPSHAM TEIGNMOUTH EXMOUTH ENPORT TORQUAY PLYMOUTH DARTMOUTH BRG RNG 231°T 40.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-9 2.5 Using Navionics Nav-Chart Cards The chartplotter has a built-in world map that can be used for route planning. Most areas (these are shown with chart box boundaries) are covered at a range of approximately 512nm as shown on the Status Bar at the top of the screen. To use the chartplotter as a navigation aid, charts with detailed information for the area you wish to navigate are required.
2-10 Raychart 425 Chartplotter D4706_2 Figure 2-7: Nav-Chart Card Insertion/Removal Removing a Nav-Chart card CAUTION: DO NOT use a metallic instrument, eg. a screwdriver or pliers, to aid removal, as doing so can cause irreparable damage. ➤ To remove a Nav-Chart card, refer to Figure 2-7: 1. Pull out the cartridge cover at the right hand side of the unit. 2. Grip the card firmly and pull to remove it from its slot. 3. To prevent the ingress of water, replace the cartridge cover.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-1 Chapter 3: Operation 3.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use the chart functions to navigate with the Raychart 425. Safety The Raychart 425 makes it very easy to mark a waypoint and travel towards it. However, always check first that the route is safe. If using the chartplotter in combination with an autopilot connected via NMEA, the autopilot will normally prompt for confirmation before it steers the vessel towards the waypoint.
3-2 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Up menu, as described in Chapter 4. The waypoint is added to the waypoint list and named with the next available number. The edit functions can be used to change the symbol and name. When the cursor is positioned over a waypoint, the waypoint bearing and range are displayed. Waypoints can also be transferred between the chartplotter, other NMEA connected instruments or a PC, using the Waypoint Transfer functions.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-3 ii. Place the cursor in the required position on the chart and press ENTER to place the waypoint. The waypoint is added to the waypoint list and named using the next available number. The waypoint functions remain displayed so that further waypoints can be placed. If required, use EDIT WAYPOINT to name the waypoint as described in Editing Waypoint Details on page 3-5. iii.When finished placing waypoints, press CLEAR. 4.
3-4 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Selecting a Waypoint Positioning the cursor over a waypoint selects that waypoint and accesses the WAYPOINT OPTIONS function bar. This enables you to GOTO (described in Section 3.4), edit (symbol, name, position), erase or move the waypoint. Selecting a waypoint from the Waypoint List allows you to GOTO and edit (symbol, name, position, erase) the waypoint. The Waypoint List also provides options to make a new waypoint and transfer waypoints.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-5 The list details all waypoints. The selected waypoint is indicated by the highlight bar with its position; bearing and range are provided (if GPS fix available). 4. Use trackpad up/down to move through the list to highlight the required waypoint. The selected waypoint can be edited using the EDIT WAYPOINT function.
3-6 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Figure 3-9: Edit Waypoint Function 4. To edit the waypoint name, select EDIT NAME. The NAME WAYPOINT window is displayed. 5. Use the trackpad to enter or edit the name as follows: • Use trackpad left/right to move the cursor to the character to be changed. Up to eight characters can be used. • Use trackpad up/down to scroll through the characters. • When editing is complete, press ENTER; the waypoint name is updated and the window is removed 6.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-7 Figure 3-13: Waypoint List Function Bar 4. Select EDIT WAYPOINT; the waypoint edit functions are displayed (Figure 3-14): Figure 3-14: Waypoint Edit Functions 5. To edit the waypoint name, select EDIT NAME; the cursor is placed in the name field of the selected waypoint. i. Edit the name as previously described (up to eight characters). 6. To edit the waypoint symbol, select EDIT SYMBOL. i. Use trackpad left/right to highlight the required symbol. ii.
3-8 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To delete a waypoint using the waypoint list: 1. Select the waypoint from the waypoint list as previously described. The waypoint list function bar is displayed. 2. Use trackpad up/down to move through the list to highlight the required waypoint. 3. Select ERASE WAYPOINT. Press ENTER to erase the waypoint. To return to chart mode, press CLEAR three times. Moving Waypoints Any waypoint, except the target waypoint, can be moved.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-9 When a route is created it becomes the current route and is displayed on-screen. The current route is maintained after power-off. Only one route can be current and is displayed (if it is in the field-of-view) as solid lines connecting waypoints. If following the route, the current leg is shown as a dotted line. After a route has been created, the GOTO key can be used to follow the route. The GOTO key provides various other options as described in Section 3.4.
3-10 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Figure 3-18: Second Level Functions 4. Select MORE again to return to the first level functions. 5. Press CLEAR to return to chart mode. Creating a New Route Note: If there is a current route on screen, it is cleared when MAKE ROUTE is selected. If following the current route you are prompted to STOP FOLLOW. Press ENTER to continue or CLEAR to abandon route creation. If the route has not been saved you are prompted to save it.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-11 5. Press ENTER again. The next waypoint is placed and the dotted line changes to a solid line. Note: If the waypoint was placed incorrectly, it can be deleted by pressing CLEAR. Successive waypoints can be deleted in this way. 6. Repeat Step 4. and Step 5. until all waypoints have been placed. Up to 50 waypoints can be included in a route. Any existing waypoint(s) can be included by placing the cursor on the waypoint(s). 7.
3-12 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 4. Press ENTER to save the route. Press ENTER again (in response to the prompt) to name the route or CLEAR to save as the default ROUTE XX, where XX is the next available number. When naming a route, use the trackpad to move the cursor right or left to the character to be edited. Use trackpad up/down to scroll through the characters or numerals. The name can contain up to eight alphanumeric characters, including spaces. 5.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-13 Figure 3-21: Route List Display 2. Select SHOW ROUTE. The route list is removed and the selected route is shown on screen as the current route. Displaying Route Leg and Waypoint Information ➤ To display information about a route leg, move the cursor over the leg until its data is displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen (Figure 3-22). Figure 3-22: Status Bar showing Current Route To remove the data, move the cursor away from the route leg or press CLEAR.
3-14 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Erasing or (re)Naming a Route A route or can be deleted or re-named via the Route List. When deleting a route, you are prompted to confirm. ➤ To select a route to delete: 1. Select ROUTES, followed by MORE, then ROUTE LIST. The route list is displayed with the selected route highlighted. 2. Select ERASE ROUTE. 3. Press ENTER to erase the route from the list. A warning box appears, prompting you to press ENTER to confirm or CLEAR to cancel the operation. 4.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-15 1. Select EDIT ROUTE and press ENTER; the PLACE WAYPOINT function is shown as above (see Figure 3-19). 2. Add waypoint(s) to the route by moving the cursor and pressing ENTER in the same way as the route was first created. 3. Remove waypoints from a route by pressing CLEAR in the same way as the route was first created. Note: When deleting waypoints, if the route has not been saved, the waypoint is erased. If the route has been saved, the waypoint remains on the screen.
3-16 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To remove a waypoint from the route using the cursor: 1. Place the cursor over the waypoint; see Selecting a Waypoint on page 3-4. 2. Select WAYPOINT OPTIONS; the Waypoint functions are displayed. 3. Select REMOVE WAYPOINT; the waypoint is removed from the route and the remaining waypoints in the current route are renumbered accordingly. 3.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-17 Figure 3-28: Second Level GOTO Functions 3. Select MORE to return to the first level functions. 4. Press CLEAR to return to the chart screen. Note: The functions differ if a FOLLOW or GOTO is already in progress (see Stop Follow or Stop Goto on page 3-23). Follow a Route Note: If a route has been reversed or if a route on screen was being followed, but stopped before completion, the target waypoint (outlined by a square box) may be different to when the route was created.
3-18 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To follow the reversed route: 3. Press the GOTO key. The Goto/Follow functions are displayed. 4. Press FOLLOW ROUTE. The vessel’s current position becomes the origin and the first waypoint in the reversed route becomes the target waypoint. The function bar is removed. Target Point Arrival Target alarms (see Chapter 4) can be set up to sound when the vessel is approaching the target point.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-19 Join a Route ➤ To start following the current route from a selected waypoint: 1. Move the cursor over a route waypoint until the WAYPOINT OPTIONS function is displayed (Figure 3-29): Figure 3-29: Route Options Function 2. Press ENTER and select FOLLOW FROM HERE(Figure 3-30). FOLLOW FROM HERE EDIT WAYPOINT REMOVE WAYPOINT MOVE WAYPOINT D4687_1 Figure 3-30: Waypoint Function The vessel follows the route, using the selected waypoint as the target. 3.
3-20 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To restart XTE: 1. Press the GOTO key. If following a route, the following functions are displayed (Figure 3-32): STOP FOLLOW RESTART XTE WAYPOINT ADVANCE D4688_1 Figure 3-32: GOTO Options (1) If a GOTO is in progress, the following functions are displayed (Figure 3-33): STOP GOTO RESTART XTE D4689_1 Figure 3-33: GOTO Options (2) 2. Select RESTART XTE.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-21 or ii. Press the GOTO key to display the waypoint options and select GOTO WAYPOINT; the waypoint list appears. Use the cursor to select the required waypoint (Figure 3-36): SIM OV NU Figure 3-36: Waypoint List Alternatively, a waypoint can be selected from the Waypoint List as described in Section 3.2. 2. Select GOTO WAYPOINT. A dotted line is drawn from the vessel’s current position to the selected waypoint and navigation to the selected waypoint begins.
3-22 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To navigate directly to the current cursor position: 1. Press the GOTO key and select GOTO CURSOR. The GOTO CURSOR function now has help text appended to it (Figure 3-37): GOTO CURSOR MOVE CURSOR, "ENTER" TO START GOTO CURSOR, "CLEAR" TO QUIT D4691_1 Figure 3-37: GOTO Cursor Function 2. Use the trackpad to position the cursor as required. 3. Press ENTER to start the GoTo, or CLEAR to cancel the operation.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-23 2. Use trackpad up/down to select the required destination and press ENTER to start the GoTo, or CLEAR to cancel the operation. The operation is conducted in the same manner as for GOTO PORT above. Stop Follow or Stop Goto ➤ To stop following the route or target point: 1. Either press the GOTO key or move the cursor over the target waypoint. 2.
3-24 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To change the display mode: 1. Press the PAGE key to show the SET UP functions with SYSTEM SET UP highlighted (Figure 3-39): SYSTEM SETUP CHART SETUP TRACK SETUP GPS SETUP D4699_1 Figure 3-39: Setup Function Bar 2. Repeat Step 1 to cycle through each of the available display modes. Note: The Set Up Function Bar remains displayed in each display mode. To remove the Set Up Function Bar, press CLEAR.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-25 At waypoint ranges greater than 4nm, the symbol remains at the top of the screen. As the waypoint range falls below 4nm, the symbol moves down the centre line. The checkered pattern moves down the screen to simulate movement when SOG is greater than 2 knots. The steering instruction is STEER STARBOARD if the XTE is 0.01nm or more to port, STEER PORT if the XTE is 0.01nm or more to starboard or ON COURSE if the XTE is less than 0.01 on either side.
3-26 Raychart 425 Chartplotter The line to the waypoint symbol is shown at an angle equal to the difference between the COG and the Bearing to Waypoint. The range scale automatically scales for distance. The ranges shown are 1nm, 4nm, 20nm, 40nm, 100nm, 200nm, 400nm, 1000nm, 2000nm, 4000nm. In each case the range scale has graduations at ¼, ½ and ¾ of the current scale.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-27 The WAYPOINT field shows the name of the waypoint. If the waypoint is part of a route then the title field includes the waypoint index in the route. If there is no target waypoint the text indicates NO WAYPOINT and all waypoint data is shown as dashes, one per character. If a route is being followed and the waypoint is not named, the text shows the waypoint number within the route (as displayed on screen).
3-28 Raychart 425 Chartplotter POSITION 50°45.252 N 1°06.000 W (c) COG 230° T SOG 6.8 Kts WAYPOINT 001 BRG 234° T GPS RNG 2.4 nm TIME 14:32 12/12/99 FIX STEER STARBOARD D4703_2 Figure 3-43: Navigation Data Display Textual data provides Position, SOG, COG, Bearing and Range to waypoint, Time, Fix status and the XTE indicator. Any unavailable data is replaced by dashes, one per character.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-29 SUNRISE 06.23 SUNSET 21.34 TODAY AT POSITION (USER SELECTED) 50°45 .000 N 001°06 .000 W (c) TIME 12:34 DATE 26/01/99 ETA (WAYPOINT) 13:37 TTG (WAYPOINT) 01:03 ETA (ROUTE) 14:32 TTG (ROUTE) 34:03 26/01/99 27/01/99 STEER STARBOARD D4704-1 Figure 3-44: Time/Date Data Display Textual data provides Sunrise and Sunset time, Current Time/ Date, Waypoint and Route arrival times plus the XTE indicator.
3-30 Raychart 425 Chartplotter All data is based on the SOG towards the current target. If the SOG is negative, or data is not available, these fields are replaced with dashes, one per character. ➤ To display Sunrise/Sunset information for a different date: 1. If the Set Up functions are displayed, press CLEAR to remove them; press ENTER to display the position functions (Figure 3-45). SET POSITION PREVIOUS DAY TODAY NEXT DAY D4992_1 Figure 3-45: Position Functions 2.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-31 The RECEIVE WAYPOINTS function adds waypoints and routes received via NMEA to the Waypoint List and Route List. Note: Where multiple waypoints have the same position, the last waypoint sent is the only one included in the Waypoint List. ➤ To send waypoints (and route lists): 1. From chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed (Figure 3-46): Figure 3-46: Primary Function Bar 2. Using trackpad left/right, select WAYPOINTS (Figure 3-47).
3-32 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To receive waypoints and route lists: 1. Display the Waypoint List as previously described, then select WPT/ROUTE TRANSFER. 2. Select RECEIVE WAYPOINTS and press ENTER; the text changes to STOP RECEIVING and remains selected. 3. Initiate sending waypoints on the NMEA compatible equipment. 4. To stop waypoint transfer, press ENTER. Note: If either the Waypoint List or Route List becomes full, a warning is displayed and the operation is terminated. 3.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-33 Figure 3-51: Track Set Up Options The following instructions assume that the track functions are displayed. Setting up a Track Use the track functions to switch the track on and to specify the interval at which track points are placed. The time interval between track points can be set to 1s, 10s, 30s, 1min, 10min or 30 minutes. The distance spacing between track points can be set to 0.05nm, 0.1nm, 0.5nm or 1nm. The maximum track length is 2000 points.
3-34 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 1s 10 s 33 min 5 hrs, 30 min 16 hrs, 40 min 30 s 33 hrs, 20 min 1 min TRACK INTERVAL SETTING 10 min 13 days, 21 hrs, 20 min 41 days, 16 hrs 30 min TRACK TIME 0.05 nm 0.1 nm 100 nm 200 nm 1000 nm 0.5 nm 1.0 nm 2000 nm TRACK DISTANCE D4971_1 Figure 3-52: Track Interval Setting Guide ➤ To set up a track: 1. Select the INTERVAL function.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-35 SmartRoute SmartRoute enables the latest track to be converted to a route. ➤ To convert a track to a route: 1. Select MAKE INTO ROUTE and press ENTER. The current track is converted to a new route, with the most recently placed track point as the start of the route, ie. the track is reversed. If there is an unsaved current route on screen, the option to save the route is given, see Section 3.3, Working with Routes. 2.
3-36 Raychart 425 Chartplotter OTHER INFORMATION FUEL GENERAL SERVICES FIRST AID OTHER UTILITIES ON THE PIER WATER REPAIR SERVICES D4708_1 Figure 3-54: Available Port Services 3. Use the trackpad to select the required service and press ENTER to display further details (Figure 3-55): HOTELS RESTAURANTS BANKS LAUNDRIES CAR RENTAL FISHING/DIVING ICE D4709_1 Figure 3-55: Port Service Details 4. To see more options (if available), select the.......More....... option and press ENTER. 5.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-37 displayed in an object information pop-up box. Soft keys enable Sun/Moon Data and Previous/Next Day information to be displayed. Tidal Height ➤ To obtain Tide Height Data: 1. Place the cursor over a Tide Height symbol The Tidal Heights soft key and help text appear (Figure 3-56). TIDAL HEIGHTS "ENTER"FOR TIDAL INFORMATION, "CLEAR" OR MOVE CURSOR QUITS D4972_1 Figure 3-56: Tidal Heights Soft Key 2.
3-38 Raychart 425 Chartplotter The ‘Port Name’ is that supplied by the Nav-Chart cartridge. The Tidal Height graph is automatically scaled. The cursor, represented by a dashed line, can be moved along the horizontal axis by means of the Trackpad. A CURSOR data box below the graph shows corresponding TIME and HEIGHT. Times and heights of HIGH WATER and LOW WATER are shown in their individual boxes.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-39 NANTUCKET M TIDAL HEIGHT 1.31 1.06 0.81 0.57 0.33 0.08 -0.15 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 TIME SUN RISES SETS TODAY 4:18 19:13 MOON RISES SETS TIDAL HEIGHTS DATE:13/ 7/99 TIME:04:13:56 MOON PHASE 4:50 19:45 PREVIOUS DAY FIRST QRT IN 7 DAYS TODAY NEXT DAY D4976_1 Figure 3-59: Tidal Heights & Sun/Moon Data Display 2. Select TIDAL HEIGHTS or press CLEAR to return to the Tidal Heights data. Tidal Current ➤ To obtain Tidal Current Data: 1.
3-40 Raychart 425 Chartplotter NANTUCKET HARBOR kts TIDAL CURRENT 1.43 0.90 0.36 -0.16 -0.69 -1.22 -1.75 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 TIME CURSOR TIME SET DRIFT MAX EBB FLOOD EBB FLOOD MORE OPTIONS TODAY 4:30 350° 1.1Kts TIME SET 3:21 8:02 15:59 20:24 350° 171° 350° 171° DATE: TIME: 13/ 7/99 01:15:10 DRIFT 1.8Kts 1.4kts 1.7Kts 1.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-41 SUN/MOON DATA PREVIOUS DAY TODAY NEXT DAY D4975_1 Figure 3-62: Sun/Moon Data Soft Keys 2. Using trackpad left/right, select PREVIOUS DAY or NEXT DAY soft key; press ENTER the appropriate number of times to select the required Date. 3. Select TODAY to return to current Date/Time. ➤ To display Sun/Moon data: 1. Select SUN/MOON DATA; the SUN rise/set and MOON rise/set times are shown in individual boxes.
3-42 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 3.9 Man Overboard (MOB) If a person or object is lost overboard, and you need to return to the location, use the Man Overboard (MOB) function. Note: To obtain MOB position, a valid GPS fix must be available. ➤ To initiate the MOB procedure from the Chart display, press and hold the GOTO key for two seconds. The system performs the following tasks automatically: • Stops any GoTo or Follow operation. • Selects a 1/2 nm scale (even if cartography is not available).
Chapter 3: Operation 3-43 3.10Alarms The chartplotter reports the following alarms (Table 3-1 ): Table 3-1: Alarm Settings Alarm Indicates Arrival The vessel has arrived at the active waypoint: it has either reached the arrival circle (the radius of which is specified) or, has reached its closest point of approach (defined by a line passing through the waypoint and perpendicular to the track). XTE The vessel has exceeded the specified distance (maximum cross track error) from the active route leg.
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Chapter 4: Setting Up 4-1 Chapter 4: Setting Up 4.1 Introduction When you have installed your system and are familiar with its basic operation, you may wish to set it up to operate according to your requirements and display information according to your preferences. This is achieved using the function controls which are displayed when the PAGE key is pressed. These settings can be changed at any time.
4-2 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Figure 4-2: System Set Up Menu 3. Use trackpad up/down to move the highlight up or down the list. 4. When the required parameter is highlighted, use trackpad left/right to step through the settings. 5. When the required values have been chosen, press ENTER to implement the change and return to the set up function bar. 6. Press CLEAR to clear the function bar and return to the chart display.
Chapter 4: Setting Up 4-3 Table 4-2: System Menu Options (Continued) Factory Default Menu Item Options DEPTH UNITS METRES FEET FATHOMS METRES VARIATION 30°W to 30°E (1° steps) 0.
4-4 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Date Format Set the preferred date format (DD/MM/YY or MM/DD/YY). The selected setting is retained when the unit switched off. The Default is DD/MM/YY. Time Offset To display local time, use the trackpad to change from UTC to the required time offset. This can be up to ±13 hours, in 1 hour steps. The default is UTC. Language Select the language in which information is to be displayed. The selected language is used for screen text, labels, menus and options.
Chapter 4: Setting Up 4-5 Simulated COG Use horizontal movements of the trackpad to adjust the value of COG which is adjustable in 1° intervals from 000° to 359°. It wraps around from 000 to 359 and from 359 to 000. The Default value is zero and the selected value is retained on power down. If the simulator is switched OFF, the value is shown as dashes and no adjustment is possible. 4.
4-6 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 3. Use trackpad up/down to highlight the required parameter, then use trackpad left/right to select the required setting. 4. When the required values have been set, press ENTER to clear the menu and return to the set up function bar. 5. Press CLEAR to clear the function bar and return to the normal display. Note: To return all settings to their original factory settings, perform a factory reset as described in Chapter 6.
Chapter 4: Setting Up 4-7 Table 4-3: Chart Setup Parameters (Continued) Parameter Options Factory Default DEPTH CONTOURS 10M OFF/ON ON DEPTH CONTOURS >20M OFF/ON ON POSITION CALIBRATION OFF/ON/SET CAL OFF New Setting Orientation The chart orientation is normally North Up, but can be changed to Course Up or Head Up.
4-8 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Waypoint Symbol This option allows selection of the symbol for waypoint display. The selected symbol is used for subsequent waypoints. Existing waypoints are not affected. The selected symbol is retained when the unit switched off. Autozoom When autozoom is enabled, commencing any navigation function or selecting FIND SHIP activates Autozoom.
Chapter 4: Setting Up 4-9 To silence the alarm, press any key. This removes the warning and resets the distance, ie. the alarm will not sound again unless the vessel moves the selected distance from its position (at the time that the alarm was silenced). The alarm is set to OFF on power up. XTE Alarm The selected value is used as the cross track error limit.
4-10 Raychart 425 Chartplotter ➤ To perform position calibration: 1. Using horizontal trackpad movements, select SET CAL. The menu is removed and a single function and help text are shown (Figure 4-5): D4713_ Figure 4-5: Set Position Function 2. Using the trackpad, set the value of offset required. The distance and bearing of cursor from vessel is displayed in the Status Bar as BRG and RNG. 3.
Chapter 4: Setting Up 4-11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 SD-FIX D4714_2 SD-GPS SET UP "ENTER" FOR SD-GPS SETUP MENU "CLEAR" TO QUIT D4995_1 Figure 4-7: GPS Status Screen and Soft Key The GPS STATUS screen provides, for each tracked satellite, the satellite number, a graphical signal strength bar, status, azimuth angle and its elevation angle from your vessel.
4-12 Raychart 425 Chartplotter SD GPS SET UP SD MODE ENABLED SATELLITE SELECT AUTO SD SATELLITE NAME XXXX SIGNAL STRENGTH 50dB AZIMUTH 234° ELEVATION 23° D4996_1 Figure 4-8: SD GPS SET UP Menu 2. Using vertical trackpad movements, select SD MODE. 3. Use horizontal trackpad movements to toggle between ENABLED and DISABLED. • Select ENABLED to allow the unit to use SD corrections if available. • Select DISABLED to force the unit to calculate a normal GPS fix with no satellite GPS corrections. 4.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-1 Chapter 5: Installation 5.1 Introduction This chapter provides instructions to assist in planning the installation of the Raychart 425 Chartplotter aboard your vessel. Note: If you wish to practice using the Raychart 425 before installation, you can connect it, via a 1A quick blow fuse, to a 12VDC power supply and operate it using the simulator mode, as described in Chapter 2:Getting Started.
5-2 Raychart 425 Chartplotter • • Raytheon specified cables are used at all times. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and so must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the installation instructions. If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be removed. If the ferrite needs to be removed during installation it must be reassembled in the same position.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-3 Table 5-1:System Parts and Accessories (Continued) Item Part # Panel Mount Kit* E35006 Trunnion Mount Kit E35005 Power Cable R38024 GPS Extension Cable* E35003 Owner’s Handbook 81172 Bridge Card 86055 * Optional Accessory. Items Missing? If any one (or more) of the above items is missing or damaged, please contact your Raytheon dealer or our Product Support Department to obtain replacement parts.
5-4 Raychart 425 Chartplotter When planning the location for the unit, consider finding a convenient pathway for running the interconnecting cable between the GPS Receiver and the display unit or to the rest of an integrated system. Ideally the cable should be run such that it is hidden from view and, if possible, be in a direct path to the point of connection. It is important to keep the cable separated from other shipboard cables as far as possible to prevent interference pick-up.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-5 1 3 2 2 3 4 4 Top view Underside view D4725_1 Figure 5-2: Surface Mounting Arrangement Pole Mounting Refer to Figure 5-3: 1. Screw the pole mount base to a suitable pole or rail mount bracket, having an industry standard 1in 14TPI thread, until secure. 2. Pass the cable through the centre hole of the pole mount base (A) or through the cable exit hole alongside the centre hole (B) or insert the cable into the side exit channel (C). 3.
5-6 Raychart 425 Chartplotter . D4726-1 Figure 5-3: Pole Mounting Arrangement 5.3 Installing the Chartplotter When planning the installation of your Raychart 425, the following points should be considered to ensure reliable and trouble free operation: • • Convenience: The unit should be installed in a convenient position where it can be viewed straight on or with a viewing angle of less than 35°.
Chapter 5: Installation • 5-7 Interference: The selected location should be far enough away from devices that may cause interference, such as motors and generators (see the EMC guidelines earlier in this section). • Power Source: The unit should be located near a DC power source. The power cable supplied is 1.5m, but a longer cable can be used if required. Power must be supplied via a 1A quick blow fuse or circuit breaker. Refer to Section 5.4, Cable Running.
5-8 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 90 mm (3.5 in) 170mm (6.7in) 153 mm (6.0 in) 165 mm (6.5 in) 125 mm (4.9 in) 112 mm (4.4 in) MOB GO TO PAGE 80 mm (3.15 in) plug clearance CLEAR RANGE POWER 196 mm (7.7 in) 184 mm (7.25 in) ENTER 168 mm (6.6 in) 50 mm (2.0 in) 32 mm (1.26 in) 34 mm 25 mm (1.3 in) (1 in) 43.5 mm (3.5 in) 35 mm 35 mm (1.38 in) (1.38 in) 122 mm (4.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-9 1. Loosen the trunnion knobs and remove the trunnion from the display unit. 2. Mark the locations of the trunnion screw holes on the mounting surface. 3. Use the screws supplied to fix the trunnion at the marked locations. 4. Fit the unit to the trunnion, adjust the display angle and tighten the knobs. Panel Mounting CAUTION: Make sure that there are no hidden electrical wires or other items behind the location before proceeding.
5-10 Raychart 425 Chartplotter D4722_1 Figure 5-5: Raychart 425 Panel Mounting Arrangement 5.4 Cable Running Introduction The minimum requirements are a power cable and a connection from the Raystar 120 GPS Receiver. Additional cables will be required if connecting to other equipment. Notes: (1) All cables should be adequately cleated and protected from physical damage and exposure to heat. Avoid running cables through bilges, doorways or close to moving objects or heat sources.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-11 Connectors GPS Connector The GPS connector provides power and data connections to the Raystar 120 GPS Receiver using the attached 33ft (10m) cable terminated in a moulded 6-pin connector. ➤ Connect the GPS Receiver as follows: 1. Mount the GPS Receiver as detailed in GPS Receiver Installation on page 3. 2. Feed the GPS cable through to the rear of the chartplotter. 3. Coil up any unused cable in an appropriate safe space out of view.
5-12 Raychart 425 Chartplotter suitable connector block to connect to the extension cable. The supplied power cable cores have a cross-section of 2.0mm2 (15 AWG). Longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to minimize any voltage drop in the cable.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-13 3. Use a suitable junction box to connect to NMEA equipment if required. 4. Cut any unused cores short or insulate and tape back. Note: If the power connections are accidentally reversed, the system will not function. Use a voltmeter to check that the input power leads are connected with the correct polarity. 5.
5-14 Raychart 425 Chartplotter 3. 4. 5. 6. Figure 5-6: System Set Up Menu Using trackpad up/down, select the LANGUAGE option. Using trackpad left/right, select the required language. Press ENTER to return to the setup functions. The chartplotter now uses the selected language. Press CLEAR to return to the normal chart screen. Checking Chartplotter Operation To confirm that the chartplotter is operating correctly, perform the following checks: 1.
Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-1 Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding This chapter provides information on routine maintenance and on possible causes of problems you may experience with your Raychart 425 Chartplotter and/or its associated Raystar 120 Receiver. 6.
6-2 Raychart 425 Chartplotter installation instructions, to enable you to ensure minimum interaction between different items of equipment, ie. ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). Always report any EMC-related problem to your nearest Raytheon dealer. We use such information to improve our quality standards. In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment from being affected by external influences.
Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-3 Fault Finding As a guide to problem solving, common problems and their possible causes are detailed in Table 6-1. Table 6-1:Fault Finding Guide Problem Correction Unit does not function 1. Make sure that the power supply cable is sound and that all connections are tight and free from corrosion. 2. Check polarity of the dc power cables for proper connection. Reconnect leads if necessary. 3. Check in-line fuse. Replace if necessary. 4.
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Appendix A: Raychart 425 Specification A-1 Appendix A: Raychart 425 Specification CE Conforms to 89/336/EEC(EMC), EN60945:1997 Y2K Compliant Size 184mm (7.3in) x 168mm (6.7in) x 75mm (3in), excluding trunnion Weight 0.75 kg (1.65 lb) Environmental Waterproofing To CFR46; suitable for external mounting Temp Range - Operating: -10°C to 70°C Temp Range -Storage: -20°C to 70°C Humidity 20% to 95% RH Mounting Trunnion (yoke) or panel Power Input 10.0VDC to 18.
A-2 Raychart 425 Chartplotter Memory Capacity: Waypoints: 500 max (20 routes of up to 50 waypoints) Track history: 2000 points Protection: Built in dealer replaceable Lithium battery giving 3 to 5 years usage
Appendix B: Raystar 120 Specification B-1 Appendix B: Raystar 120 Specification Feature Details Receiver type: 12 Parallel channels Frequency: 1575.42 MHz ±1 MHz (C/A code), L1 Sensitivity: -130dBm Signal acquisition: Automatic Time to first fix: 2.5 minutes maximum, typically <40 seconds Position accuracy: 15m RMS. (L1, C/A code, HDOP <2 without SA) <2.5meters with WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS Speed accuracy: 0.5m/s RMS. (L1, C/A code HDOP <2.
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Appendix C: NMEA Data C-1 Appendix C: NMEA Data Connector Received Transmitted POWER/NMEA GGA, GSV, GSA, GLL, VTG, MSS, WPL, RTE, RMC GGA, GSV, GSA, GLL,VTG, WPL, RTE, XTE, APB, BWR, RMB GPS GGA, GSV, GSA, GLL,VTG, PRAYA
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Appendix D: List of Abbreviations D-1 Appendix D: List of Abbreviations BDI Bearing Deviation Indicator BTW Bearing To Waypoint CDI Course Deviation Indicator COG Course Over Ground. The actual direction of your vessel’s movement over the ground. dGPS Differential Global Positioning System DTG Distance To Go EMC Electro-Magnetic Compatibility ETA Estimated Time of Arrival GPS Global Positioning System HDOP Horizontal Dilution Of Precision.
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This equipment uses certain elements of software supplied to Raytheon by SiRF Technology Inc., to which the following licence agreement applies. Please read it carefully. SiRF LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY: This is a legal agreement (the “Agreement”) between SiRF Technology Incorporated, which has offices at 3970 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara, California 95054 (“SiRF”) and you. It is important that you read this document before using the software embedded in the product (the "Software").
Installation Templates T-1 36mm (1.4in) 19mm (0.75") dia. for NMEA plug 18mm (0.7in) 36mm (1.4in) 18mm (0.7in) 6mm (0.25") dia. for cable only Cable Exit Channel 6mm (0.25") dia. 2 positions D4194-1 GPS Receiver Mounting Template Note: Access to the underside of the mounting surface must be available to allow for secure fixing.
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Installation Templates 164.2 mm (6.46 in) TOP Raychart 425 Mounting Template 125 mm (4.
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