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Owner’s Handbook

Document Number: 81236-1

Date: November 2003

81236_1.book Page i Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM

Summary of content (132 pages)

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81236_1.book Page iii Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM iii About this Handbook Introduction This handbook describes the RC435 Chartplotter with external GPS antenna and RC435i Chartplotter with internal GPS antenna. The RC435 and RC435i utilize Satellite Differential (SD) signals for enhanced navigational accuracy. The RC435 and RC435i GPS Chartplotters are waterproof and therefore can be installed above deck.
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81236_1.book Page iv Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM iv RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Important Information This handbook 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. Raymarine’s Product Support representatives, or your authorized dealer, are available to answer any questions you may have.
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81236_1.book Page v Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM v EMC Conformance All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
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81236_1.book Page vi Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM vi RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Raymarine Products and Services Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. Raymarine’s Technical Services representatives or your local dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have. For information on Raymarine products and services, contact either of the following: United States Raymarine, Inc.
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81236_1.book Page ix Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM ix Contents Conventions Used ........................................................................iii Intended Use ................................................................................. v Warranty ....................................................................................... v EMC Conformance ....................................................................... v Safety Notices ...................................................
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1236_1.book Page x Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM x RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Initial Switch On ......................................................................... 20 Checking Chartplotter Operation ............................................... 21 Chapter 3: Getting Started .............................................................................23 3.1 Introduction ................................................................................ 23 Simulator ...........................
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81236_1.book Page xi Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM xi 4.4 Chapter 5: XTE Alarm ................................................................................. 44 Select Chart ................................................................................. 44 Chart Text ................................................................................... 44 Chart Boundaries ........................................................................ 45 Safety Contours ......................................
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81236_1.book Page xii Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM xii RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Go to a Port .................................................................................. 74 Stop Follow or Stop GoTo ........................................................... 75 5.5 Changing the Display Mode ....................................................... 75 CDI Display ................................................................................ 76 BDI Display .....................................
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81236_1.book Page 1 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 1: Overview 1 Chapter 1: Overview 1.
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81236_1.book Page 2 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 2 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Status bar PAGE key GOTO key CLEAR key ENTER key RANGE key Trackpad Chart card compartment FIND SHIP ROUTES WAYPOINTS MORE¬ D6231-2 POWER key Cursor Vessel Symbol Primary Function Bar Figure 1-1: RC435/435i Chartplotter Operating Controls Trackpad and Cursor On the primary chart display, the trackpad is used to move the cursor horizontally, vertically or diagonally.
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81236_1.book Page 3 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 1: Overview 3 Note: During many operations the cursor cannot be moved around the screen (while a function bar is displayed, for example) and 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 briefly and then release it. This method is used for most key operations.
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81236_1.book Page 4 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 4 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters When a function is invoked, one of the following occurs: 1. The associated operation is performed (for example: GOTO WAYPOINT). 2. A sub-set of functions is displayed. 3. A pop-up menu is displayed, providing further options. 4. The appropriate database list (for example, Route or Waypoint) is displayed. As with dedicated keys, when the action is invoked, a single audio beep confirms the action.
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81236_1.book Page 5 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 1: Overview 5 3. The MTSAT Satellite-Based Augmentation System (MSAS). Being developed by the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) for civil aviation use. The area covered by the WAAS system includes the entire United States of America but also extends to a much wider area as detailed below.
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81236_1.book Page 6 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 6 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters The corrected ‘differential’ signals are then sent to the two Geostationary Satellites which broadcast the corrected data on the standard GPS frequency, making it available to the GPS Antenna. The RC435/435i GPS uses the correctional data transmitted by the Geostationary Satellites to refine the basic GPS positional data for greater accuracy.
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81236_1.book Page 7 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 7 Chapter 2: Installation 2.1 Introduction This chapter provides instructions to assist in planning the installation of the RC435/435i Chartplotter aboard your vessel. Note: If you wish to practice using the RC435/435i Chartplotter 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 3:Getting Started.
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81236_1.book Page 8 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 8 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters • • • The equipment is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor transients, can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment, but may cause the loss of some information and may change the operating mode. Raymarine specified cables are used.
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81236_1.book Page 9 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 9 2.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components Unpack your RC435/435i Chartplotter carefully. Retain the carton and packing materials in the event that you need to return the unit for service. Check that you have all the correct system components.
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81236_1.book Page 10 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 10 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 2.3 Installing the RC435 GPS Antenna The RC435 GPS Antenna is designed to receive the signals emitted from the satellites in a direct path. The unit should be mounted in an open location with a clear view of the sky. GPS systems rely on stability to track satellites therefore the height of the receiver is not as important as it’s having a clear horizon to horizon view.
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81236_1.book Page 11 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 11 1. Select a suitable area which allows access to the underside of the mounting surface for fixing and, using the template supplied in this document, carefully drill the two 6mm (0.25in) fixing holes marked. 2. If the cable is to pass through the mounting surface drill the 6mm (0.25in) or 19mm (0.75in) center hole depending on whether the plug is to pass through the surface or not.
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81236_1.book Page 12 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 12 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Pole Mounting D4726-2 1. Screw the pole mount base to a suitable pole or rail mount bracket, having an industry standard 1inch 14TPI thread, until secure. 2. Pass the cable through the center hole of the pole mount base (A) or insert the cable into the side exit channel (B). 3. Check that the cable is positioned correctly and secure the GPS Antenna to the pole mount base using the two screws provided.
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81236_1.book Page 13 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 13 2.4 Installing the Chartplotter When planning the installation of your RC435/435i, 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°. You may wish to apply power before you install the unit, to determine the best viewing angle prior to fixing.
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81236_1.book Page 14 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 7.48in (190mm) RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 6.93in (176mm) 14 2.52in (64mm) 5.12in (130mm) plug clearance 3.74in (95mm) 5.08in (129mm) 7.00in (178mm) PWR/NMEA 1.26in (32mm) ANTENNA 5.28in (134mm) 1.57in (39.9mm) 1.38in 1.38in (35mm) (35mm) 4.
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81236_1.book Page 15 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 15 Bracket Mounting The display unit can be conveniently mounted on a dash area, chart table, bulkhead or deckhead. Mount the unit as follows: 1. Loosen the mounting bracket knobs and remove the bracket from the display unit. 2. Mark the locations of the bracket screw holes on the mounting surface. 3. Drill the holes where marked. 4. Use the screws supplied to fix the bracket at the marked locations. 5.
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81236_1.book Page 16 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 16 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 8. Place the gasket on the unit and slide the unit into the panel cut-out. 9. Secure the unit with the thumb nuts, hand tight only (Figure 2-3 ). -35.02˚ 20.02˚ and -35.02 20.
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81236_1.book Page 17 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 17 2.5 Running the Cable Introduction The minimum requirements are a power cable and (for the RC435 only) a connection from the GPS Antenna. 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.
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81236_1.book Page 18 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 18 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters POWER/NMEA Connector CAUTION: If you do not have a breaker in your power circuit, you must fit an inline 1A quick-blow fuse to the positive (red) lead of the power cable. This unit is not intended for use on positive ground vessels. The POWER/NMEA connector provides for 12VDC power connection and NMEA inputs/outputs using the supplied cable.
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81236_1.book Page 19 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 19 Function Color Battery negative – Black Battery positive + (10.0VDC to 18.0VDC) Red NMEA Input (-ve) common Green Not connected Gray NMEA output (+ve) Yellow NMEA output (-ve) common Brown Not connected Drain/Screen (bare wire) NMEA Input (+ve) White ➤ Connect to the power supply using the power cable supplied: 1. Connect the molded connector to the POWER/NMEA connector on the rear chartplotter.
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81236_1.book Page 20 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 20 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 2.6 System Check and Initial Switch On When installation is complete and all connections have been made, recheck the installation before using the system for navigation. If problems occur, refer to Chapter 6:Maintenance & Troubleshooting. EMC Conformance Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting, etc.
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81236_1.book Page 21 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 2: Installation 21 SYSTEM SET UP BEARING MODE TRUE KEY BEEP ON DISTANCE UNITS NM SPEED UNITS KNOTS DEPTH UNITS FEET VARIATION 5°W VARIATION MODE AUTO DATE FORMAT MM/DD/YY TIME OFFSET UTC LANGUAGE ENGLISH SIMULATOR OFF SIMULATED SOG 5.0 KTS SIMULATED COG 340°T D6247-2 Figure 2-4: System Set Up Menu 3. Using trackpad up/down, select the LANGUAGE option. 4. Using trackpad left/right, select the desired language. 5.
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81236_1.book Page 23 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started 23 Chapter 3: Getting Started 3.1 Introduction This chapter provides information and instructions to allow you to start using your RC435/435i Chartplotter. It is intended to help you familiarize yourself 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 5.
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81236_1.book Page 24 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 24 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 3.2 Switching On/Off ➤ To turn the chartplotter unit on, press the POWER key. The keys illuminate, the unit beeps and the Raychart logo is displayed, followed by this warning: WARNING: THE ELECTRONIC CHART IS AN AID TO NAVIGATION DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE USE OF AUTHORISED GOVERNMENT CHARTS, NOT TO REPLACE THEM.
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81236_1.book Page 25 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started 25 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.
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81236_1.book Page 26 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 26 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 3.4 Controlling the Display This section describes how to: • • Change the display mode. Move around the chart by panning the display, changing the chart center and changing the chart scale. Selecting the Display Mode Use the PAGE key to select the display mode.
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81236_1.book Page 27 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Press 27 SIM OV NU CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W 128 nm BRG RNG 231°T 40.
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81236_1.book Page 28 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 28 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Moving Around the Chart The most common use of the chartplotter is to show your vessel’s current location. In the default North-Up orientation (shown as NU 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.
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81236_1.book Page 29 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started 29 • When the vessel moves near the edge of the chart window, the chart is redrawn with the vessel at the center and the cursor homed on the vessel. • While homed, the status bar indicates position, SOG and COG. • If SCREEN AMPLIFIER is enabled, the screen displays the vessel offset from center, to increase forward visibility, see Chapter 4:Setting Up. 3.
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81236_1.book Page 30 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 30 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters ➤ To zoom in to a more detailed chart: 1. Use the trackpad to position the cursor in the area you wish to see in more detail and press the bottom of the RANGE key to zoom in. The section of the chart around the cursor is enlarged to fill the screen with the chart showing more detail. The cursor is now positioned in the center of the screen. 2.
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81236_1.book Page 31 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started 31 3.5 Using Navionics Gold 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.
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81236_1.book Page 32 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 32 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Inserting a Gold Chart Card CAUTION: To prevent the ingress of water and consequent damage to the unit, ensure that the chart card door is firmly closed. This can be confirmed by an audible click. ➤ To insert a Gold Chart card, refer to Figure 3-2 : 1. Check that you are using the correct Gold Chart card for the required area. 2. Open the chart card door on the right-hand side of the unit. 3.
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81236_1.book Page 33 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started 33 Card release button To insert chart card Card release button To remove chart card D6235-1 Figure 3-2: Insertion and Removal of Gold Chart cards Loading the Chart Data A Gold Chart Card can hold multiple chart area portfolios. When the flash card is inserted for the first time and the display powered on the following is displayed.
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81236_1.book Page 34 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 34 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 1G737T32-FLORIDA SE LOAD CHART "ENTER" TO LOAD "CLEAR" TO QUIT D6249-1 Note: Only one chart portfolio can be loaded from the Gold Chart Card to the display memory at a time. Use the trackpad up/down to select the desired chart and press ENTER to load it into the chartplotters memory. If a different portfolio is desired this can be accessed by the SELECT CHART option (see Select Chart on page 40).
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81236_1.book Page 31 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 4: Setting Up 31 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.
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81236_1.book Page 32 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 32 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 2. Use trackpad left/right to highlight SYSTEM SET UP and press ENTER to display the System Set Up menu: SYSTEM SET UP BEARING MODE TRUE KEY BEEP ON DISTANCE UNITS NM SPEED UNITS KNOTS DEPTH UNITS FEET VARIATION 5°W VARIATION MODE AUTO DATE FORMAT MM/DD/YY TIME OFFSET UTC LANGUAGE ENGLISH SIMULATOR OFF SIMULATED SOG 5.0 KTS SIMULATED COG 340°T D6247-2 Figure 4-1: System Set Up Menu 3.
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81236_1.book Page 33 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 4: Setting Up 33 Menu Item Options Factory Default BEARING MODE MAGnetic/TRUE TRUE KEY BEEP OFF/ON ON DISTANCE UNITS NAUTICAL MILES (nm) KILOMETERS (km) STATUTE MILES (sm) NAUTICAL MILES SPEED UNITS KNOTS KILOMETERS PER HOUR (KPH) MILES PER HOUR (MPH) KNOTS DEPTH UNITS METRES FEET FATHOMS METRES VARIATION 30°W to 30°E (1° steps) 0.
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81236_1.book Page 34 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 34 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Units This sets the units for distance, speed and depth. This setting will be used to display all data. However, the distance units do not affect the chart scale, which is always in nautical miles. Variation The variation value is the difference between True and Magnetic direction data for heading or bearing values. The Magnetic value is derived from True by applying the user selected value of variation.
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81236_1.book Page 35 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 4: Setting Up 35 Simulator The simulator enables operation of the RC435/435i Chartplotter without data from external sources. The options are ON or OFF. When ON is selected the simulator generates position, SOG and COG data and uses the simulated data instead of any real data. A flashing SIM status indicator is displayed in the left hand corner of the Status Bar at the top of the screen.
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81236_1.book Page 36 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 36 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 4.3 Chart Set Up Parameters The CHART SET UP function allows the chartplotter to be set up according to your system configuration and your personal preferences. ➤ To set the Chart default parameters: 1. Press the PAGE key to display the SET UP function bar: D4694_1 2.
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81236_1.book Page 37 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 4: Setting Up 37 3. Use trackpad up/down to highlight the desired parameter, then use trackpad left/right to select the desired setting. Note: There are two screens for Chart Set-up. Scroll past MORE... to access the other screen. 4. When the desired values have been set, press ENTER to clear the menu and return to the set up function bar. 5. Press CLEAR to return to the normal display.
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81236_1.book Page 38 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 38 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Factory Default Parameter Options DEPTH CONTOURS OFF/5m/10m/20m/ ALL 5m SPOT SOUNDINGS OFF/ON ON LIGHT SECTORS OFF/ON ON PRESENTATION INTERNATIONAL U.S. INTERNATIONAL 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.
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81236_1.book Page 39 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 4: Setting Up 39 Show Waypoints This option controls whether or not the waypoints are shown on the Chart display, with their appropriate symbols. The active waypoint, and waypoints in the current route, are always shown. 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.
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81236_1.book Page 40 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 40 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Anchor Alarm The selected value is used as the anchor alarm distance. If the vessel moves outside of the selected distance from its position (at the time that the alarm was enabled) the alarm sounds and an alarm message is displayed. To silence the alarm, press any key. This removes the warning and resets the distance.
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81236_1.book Page 41 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 4: Setting Up 41 Chart Boundaries When ON, Chart boundary lines are shown on the screen. The selected setting is retained when the unit switched off. Safety Contours Set to display safety contours of less than 2, 5, 10 and 20 meters or set to OFF. The selected setting is retained when the unit switched off. Depth Contours Set to display depth contours of 5, 10 and 20 meters, set to ALL to show all contours or set to OFF.
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81236_1.book Page 42 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 42 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 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. Press ENTER to confirm the selected offset value or CLEAR to reset the value to zero and return to the Chart Set Up menu. An offset of 2nm or less is applied to all position data equal to the range and bearing between the WGS 84 position and the position entered.
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81236_1.book Page 43 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 4: Setting Up 43 GPS STATUS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 122 0 HDOP FIX STATUS 1.0 SD-FIX D6250-1 SD-GPS ON RESET GPS D6253-1 Figure 4-3: 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.
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81236_1.book Page 44 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 44 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters ➤ To enable or disable SD-GPS mode. 1. Using the trackpad left/right highlight SD-GPS in the function bar. SD-GPS ON RESET GPS D6253-1 2. Press ENTER to toggle between SD-GPS ON and SD-GPS OFF. • Select ON to allow the unit to use SD corrections if available. • Select OFF to force the unit to calculate a normal GPS fix with no satellite GPS corrections. 3. Press CLEAR twice to return to the normal display.
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81236_1.book Page 47 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 47 Chapter 5: Operation 5.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use the chart functions to navigate with the RC435/435i. Safety The RC435 and RC435i chartplotters make it very easy to mark a waypoint and travel towards it. However, always check first that the route is safe.
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81236_1.book Page 48 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 48 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 5.2 Working with Waypoints The RC435 and 435i Chart plotters enable you to place up to 500 waypoints. A waypoint is a position entered on a chart as a reference or destination point. All waypoints placed on the chartplotter are stored in a waypoint database list which includes symbol, position, bearing, range, date and time.
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81236_1.book Page 49 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 49 Placing a Waypoint Note: It is not possible to place multiple waypoints at the same position. ➤ To place a new waypoint: 1. From chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed FIND SHIP ROUTES WAYPOINTS OBJECT INFO ARCHIVES MORE¬ MORE¬ D6233-1 2. Using trackpad left/right, select WAYPOINTS. PLACE WPT PLACE WPT PLACE WPT AT POS AT CURSOR AT VESSEL WAYPOINT LIST D6236-1 3.
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81236_1.book Page 50 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 50 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 5. To place a waypoint at a known position (lat./long): Select PLACE WPT AT POS. A box appears in the center of the screen with the current cursor position (lat./long). Use the trackpad left/right to select the value and the trackpad up/down to change the value. Press ENTER to place the waypoint or CLEAR to cancel. 6. To place a waypoint using the Waypoint List: Select WAYPOINT LIST.
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81236_1.book Page 51 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 51 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 5.4), edit (name, symbol), erase or move the waypoint. Selecting a waypoint from the Waypoint List allows you to GoTo and edit (symbol, name, position, erase) the waypoint.
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81236_1.book Page 52 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 52 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 3. Select WAYPOINT LIST and press ENTER to display the Waypoint List. The Waypoint List and associated function bar are displayed (see Figure 5-1 ). 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.
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81236_1.book Page 53 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 53 Editing Waypoint Details The name, symbol and position of a waypoint can be changed, either by means of the cursor or via the Waypoint List. Note: The target waypoint cannot be edited. ➤ To edit a waypoint using the cursor: 1. Place the cursor over the waypoint. 2. Select WAYPOINT OPTIONS and press ENTER to display the Edit Waypoint function bar. 3. Select EDIT WAYPOINT. The Edit Waypoint function bar is displayed. 4.
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81236_1.book Page 54 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 54 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters ➤ To edit a waypoint using the Waypoint List: 1. From chart mode, press ENTER to display the primary function bar. FIND SHIP ROUTES WAYPOINTS OBJECT INFO ARCHIVES MORE¬ MORE¬ D6233-1 2. Using trackpad left/right, select WAYPOINTS. PLACE WPT PLACE WPT PLACE WPT AT POS AT CURSOR AT VESSEL WAYPOINT LIST D6236-1 3. Select WAYPOINT LIST; the Waypoint List is displayed, with its associated function bar. 4.
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81236_1.book Page 55 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 55 Erasing Waypoints Note: A waypoint that is the target waypoint or waypoints that are also used in any saved route(s) cannot be erased. If an attempt is made to erase a waypoint that is used in a saved route, the warning “WAYPOINT IS USED IN ROUTE(S) AND CANNOT BE ERASED” is displayed. ➤ To delete a waypoint using the cursor: 1. Place the cursor over the waypoint; see Selecting a Waypoint on page 51. 2.
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81236_1.book Page 56 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 56 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters CURSOR SELECT POS, "ENTER" MOVES WPT, "CLEAR" TO QUIT 4. Move the cursor to the required waypoint position. 5. When the cursor is in the correct position, press ENTER to set the new position and return to normal cursor control. To return to chart mode, press CLEAR twice. ➤ To move a waypoint using the Waypoint List: 1. Select the waypoint using the Waypoint List as described above.
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81236_1.book Page 57 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation • • 57 Use the database list to erase and name existing routes. Edit a route by adding, removing and moving waypoints. Note: The system is limited to 500 unique waypoints yet 20 routes of 50 waypoints as stated above are permissible. This figure is achieved by using waypoints in more than one route. ➤ To access the route function bar: 1. Press ENTER to display the primary function bar.
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81236_1.book Page 58 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 58 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters ➤ To make a new route by placing waypoints: Note: You can pan the chart and change the scale while placing waypoints. 1. If necessary, move the cursor to the required area in which to make the route and select a suitable chart scale. 2. Select ROUTES then MAKE ROUTE. The MAKE ROUTE function is replaced with PLACE WAYPOINT, together with help text: 3.
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81236_1.book Page 59 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 59 Saving the Current Route Up to 20 named routes can be saved in the route database. These routes can then be re-displayed and followed subsequently. Note: If an operation is attempted that affects this route (CLEAR ROUTE, for example) before the current route is saved, you are prompted to save it. ➤ To save and name the current route: 1. Select ROUTES, followed by MORE. 2. Select SAVE ROUTE. The Save Route list is displayed. 3.
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81236_1.book Page 60 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 60 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Clearing the Current Route from the Screen To clear the current route from the screen, select CLEAR ROUTE. If the current route has not been saved, you are prompted to save it. ➤ To clear the current route from the screen: 1. Select ROUTES or place the cursor over a route leg until the leg data is displayed in the Status Bar. 2.
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81236_1.book Page 61 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 61 SIM OV NU CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W 128 nm BRG RNG 231°T 40.
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81236_1.book Page 62 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 62 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Erasing or (re)Naming a Route A route 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.
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81236_1.book Page 63 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation TIME ETA 63 ACTUAL SOG PLANNED SOG D6238-1 Figure 5-3: Route Info The route is displayed as a series of legs. For each leg the next waypoint position, leg bearing, leg distance, total distance and elapsed time at current Speed over Ground (SOG) is listed. Press the trackpad up/down keys to scroll through the list. 3. To display the ETA at each route waypoint select TIME ETA and press ENTER. 4.
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81236_1.book Page 64 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 64 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Editing a Route A route may be edited in order to: • Add a Waypoint into a route • Remove a Waypoint from a route • Move a Waypoint (as described in Section 5.2) • Reverse a Route Any changes made to the route affect only the current route, so the route must be saved in order to keep the changes.
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81236_1.book Page 65 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 65 2. Press ENTER; the Route Leg functions are displayed: 3. Select INSERT WAYPOINT. The cursor now controls the route leg which is connected to the existing waypoints on either side of the cursor by a dotted line. 4. Using the trackpad, move the cursor to the required position and press ENTER to place the new waypoint and return to normal cursor operation or CLEAR to cancel the operation.
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81236_1.book Page 66 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 66 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 5.4 Following Routes and Going to Target Points The GOTO key accesses the functions to follow a route or go to a waypoint, port, nearest facility or current cursor position. When the target destination is selected, the chartplotter calculates bearing, distance and cross track error; this information can be repeated on other instrumentation and passed to an autopilot via NMEA.
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81236_1.book Page 67 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 67 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. The target waypoint should always be checked before initiating a FOLLOW ROUTE. ➤ To follow the current route: 1. Press the GOTO key. The GoTo/Follow functions are displayed.
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81236_1.book Page 68 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 68 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Target Point Arrival Target alarms (see Chapter 5) can be set up to sound when the vessel is approaching the target point. The arrival alarm is defined as a circle (not visible on the screen), with a specified radius around the target. The alarm is triggered when either of the following conditions is met: • • The distance to the target point is less than that specified for the Arrival alarm.
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236_1.book Page 69 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 69 FOLLOW FROM HERE EDIT WAYPOINT REMOVE WAYPOINT MOVE WAYPOINT D4687_1 The vessel follows the route, using the selected waypoint as the target. Advance to a Waypoint When following a route it is possible to advance to the next waypoint, even if the current target waypoint has not been reached. ➤ To advance to a waypoint: 1.
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81236_1.book Page 70 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 70 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters STOP GOTO RESTART XTE D4689_1 2. Select RESTART XTE. The dotted line between the original origin and the target waypoint is redrawn from the vessel’s current position to the target waypoint and the XTE is reset to zero Going to an Individual Target Rather than following a route, you can go directly to a selected target. This can be an existing waypoint, a port or nearest facility or the current cursor position.
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81236_1.book Page 71 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 71 SIM NU D4991_2 Figure 5-4: Waypoint List Alternatively, a waypoint can be selected from the Waypoint List as described in Working with Waypoints on page 48. 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.
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81236_1.book Page 72 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 72 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters A temporary waypoint is placed at the cursor position and navigation proceeds towards it. The temporary waypoint is shown as a square with a dot in the center and is connected to the vessel’s starting position by a dotted line. On arrival, the arrival alarm is sounded and the arrival pop-up box is displayed.
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81236_1.book Page 73 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 73 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. Select the STOP GOTO or STOP FOLLOW function: STOP GOTO RESTART XTE D4689 1 STOP FOLLOW RESTART XTE WAYPOINT ADVANCE D4688_1 The dotted line from the vessel to the target waypoint disappears. 5.5 Changing the Display Mode Use the PAGE key to select the required display mode.
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81236_1.book Page 74 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 74 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Note: The Set Up Function Bar remains displayed in each display mode. To remove the Set Up Function Bar, press CLEAR. CDI Display The CDI display shows Cross Track Error (XTE) and distance to waypoint presented in a ‘runway’ format: D6241-1 Figure 5-5: CDI Display The ‘runway’ represents a 0.3nm width with the vessel symbol shown on the center line when the vessel is on course.
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81236_1.book Page 75 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 75 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. If no GoTo or Follow is in progress, the steering instruction is NOT TRACKING. The graphical XTE indication places arrows either side of the steering instruction and pointing towards it, dependent on the value of XTE.
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81236_1.book Page 76 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 76 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 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. The steering instruction is STEER STARBOARD if the waypoint line is 1° or more to port, STEER PORT if the waypoint line is 1° or more to starboard or ON COURSE if the waypoint line is dead ahead.
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81236_1.book Page 77 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 77 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).
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81236_1.book Page 78 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 78 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Navigation Data The Navigation Data display comprises text data occupying the whole screen: 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. When there is no GPS fix but there is a value for the last fix, this is shown instead; POSITION is replaced with LAST POSITION.
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81236_1.book Page 79 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 79 Time/Date Data The Time/Date display comprises text data occupying the whole screen: Textual data provides Sunrise and Sunset time, Current Time/ Date, Waypoint and Route arrival times plus the XTE indicator. Sunrise and Sunset times are for the selected day and at the selected position. The TODAY indicator emphasizes that the sunrise and sunset times relate to the current day.
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81236_1.book Page 80 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 80 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters The Time and Date fields show the local current time and date. The TTG and ETA (WAYPOINT) data relates to the target waypoint. The TTG and ETA (ROUTE) data relates to the end of the route. 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.
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81236_1.book Page 81 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 81 5.6 Transferring Waypoints and Routes There are two methods of transferring waypoints and routes. The first is via the NMEA interface and the seconds is via the Gold Chart card. The transferring to and from the Gold Chart card is described in the Using Archives section on page 87. Displayed Waypoints Waypoints and routes can be received and transmitted via NMEA.
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81236_1.book Page 82 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 82 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 4. Initiate receiving of waypoints on the NMEA compatible equipment. 5. Select WPT/ROUTE TRANSFER. The waypoint transfer functions are displayed: 6. Select SEND WAYPOINTS and press ENTER; the text changes to STOP SENDING. 7. To stop waypoint transfer, press ENTER. ➤ To receive waypoints and route lists: 1. Display the Waypoint List as previously described, then select WPT/ ROUTE TRANSFER. 2.
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81236_1.book Page 83 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 83 5.7 Using Tracks The TRACK function is used to mark an on-screen trail that the vessel has followed, as if it had left a visible fixed wake. While the track is turned on, it is recorded in the display unit’s memory. You specify the interval at which track points are made and a line is drawn on-screen between each point. Up to 1000 track points can be saved.
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81236_1.book Page 84 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 84 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Track points continue to be placed until the track is switched off. The current track is retained even when the unit is powered off. Setting a short time interval between track points is best suited to navigation within a close or complex environment such as an estuary or marina, whereas a greater distance interval is best suited to a long voyage.
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81236_1.book Page 85 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 85 2. Use trackpad left/right to select TRACK ON and press ENTER. The TRACK ON text changes to indicate TRACK OFF. The vessel’s track is displayed on-screen with a line joining the points at the selected interval. Clearing the Current Track The current track can be cleared from the screen. ➤ To clear the current track: 1. Select CLEAR TRACK. The current track is cleared from the screen and memory. 2.
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81236_1.book Page 86 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 86 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 5.8 Object Information The OBJECT INFO function provides detailed information about objects displayed on the chart. ➤ To display detailed object information: 1. Using the trackpad, place the cursor over the desired object. 2. In chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed: FIND SHIP ROUTES WAYPOINTS OBJECT INFO ARCHIVES MORE¬ MORE¬ D6233-1 3. Using trackpad left/right, select OBJECT INFO.
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81236_1.book Page 87 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 87 5.9 Using Archives The ARCHIVE function is used to save routes, tracks and waypoints to the Gold Chart card. This is particularly useful if you use a lot of routes, tracks or waypoints and do not wish to repeatedly re-enter these. Once you have archived your data to the card, the copy on the chartplotter can be deleted, thus freeing up memory.
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81236_1.book Page 88 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 88 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters . 1 ARCHIVE ROUTE ROUTE-66 ARCHIVE TRACK ARCHIVE WAYPOINT MORE¬ D6256-1 Figure 5-11: Archiving a Route 4. You can now (if required) change the name of the archived file. Use trackpad left/right and up/down to change. Press ENTER when complete. 5. The route is now archived. Press CLEAR twice to return to normal operation. Note: Once archived, the route can be erased from the chartplotters memory to free up space.
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81236_1.book Page 89 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 89 Loading or Deleting an Archived Route Using the ROUTE ARCH. LIST function, a previously archived route can be loaded back into the chartplotters memory, renamed or deleted. ➤ To load, delete or rename a route from the archive: 1. In chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed: FIND SHIP ROUTES WAYPOINTS OBJECT INFO ARCHIVES MORE¬ MORE¬ D6233-1 2. Using trackpad left/right, select ARCHIVES.
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81236_1.book Page 90 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 90 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 4. A list of archived routes is displayed. • To load a route from the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the route you wish to load and press ENTER. • To delete a route from the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the route you wish to delete, then use the trackpad left/right to select DELETE ARCHIVE and press ENTER.
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81236_1.book Page 91 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 91 ARCHIVE ROUTE ARCHIVE TRACK ARCHIVE WAYPOINT MORE¬ D6257-1 Figure 5-13: Archiving a Track 4. The track is now archived. Press CLEAR twice to return to normal operation. Note: Once archived, the track can be cleared from the chartplotters memory to free up space. (See Clearing the Current Track on page 85) Loading or Deleting an Archived Track Using the TRACK ARCH.
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81236_1.book Page 92 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 92 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 2. Using trackpad left/right, select ARCHIVES. WAYPOINT ROUTE TRACK ARCH.LIST ARCH.LIST ARCH.LIST MORE¬ D6255-1 3. Using trackpad left/right, select MORE... and then TRACK ARCH. LIST. TRACK ARCHIVES 01 LOAD TRACK TRACK001 DELETE ARCHIVE RENAME ARCHIVE D6261-1 Figure 5-14: Track Archive List 4. A list of archived tracks is displayed.
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81236_1.book Page 93 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 93 • To rename a track in the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the track you wish to rename, then use the trackpad left/right to select RENAME ARCHIVE and press ENTER. The first character of the selected track name will be highlighted. Use the trackpad left/right to select the character and up/down to change. When your changes are complete, press ENTER to save or CLEAR to discard any changes.
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81236_1.book Page 94 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 94 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters ARCHIVE ROUTE ARCHIVE TRACK ARCHIVE WAYPOINT MORE¬ D6258-1 Figure 5-15: Archiving a Waypoint 4. The waypoint set is now archived. Press CLEAR twice to return to normal operation. Note: Once archived, waypoints can be erased from the chartplotters memory to free up space. (See Erasing Waypoints on page 55.) Loading or Deleting an Archived Waypoint Set Using the WAYPOINT ARCH.
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81236_1.book Page 95 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 95 2. Using trackpad left/right, select ARCHIVES. WAYPOINT ROUTE TRACK ARCH.LIST ARCH.LIST ARCH.LIST MORE¬ D6255-1 3. Using trackpad left/right, select MORE... and then WAYPOINT ARCH. LIST. WAYPOINTS ARCHIVES 01 WAYPNT01 ADD REPLACE WAYPOINTS WAYPOINTS DELETE ARCHIVE RENAME ARCHIVE D6262-1 Figure 5-16: Waypoint Archive List 4. A list of archived waypoint sets is displayed.
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81236_1.book Page 96 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 96 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters • To delete a waypoint set from the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the waypoint set you wish to delete, then use the trackpad left/right to select DELETE ARCHIVE and press ENTER. • To rename a waypoint set in the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the waypoint set you wish to rename, then use the trackpad left/right to select RENAME ARCHIVE and press ENTER.
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81236_1.book Page 97 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 97 5.10 Displaying Chart Information Gold Chart cards include a number of displayed objects for which data is available, such as lights, buoys, ports or tidal data. Placing the cursor over an object displays its associated data in a pop-up box. Typical examples for Port Services and Tide Information are given below.
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81236_1.book Page 98 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 98 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters OTHER INFORMATION FUEL GENERAL SERVICES FIRST AID OTHER UTILITIES ON THE PIER WATER REPAIR SERVICES D4993_1 Figure 5-17: Available Port Services 3. Use the trackpad to select the required service and press ENTER to display further details: HOTELS RESTAURANTS BANKS LAUNDRIES CAR RENTAL FISHING/DIVING ICE D4709_1 Figure 5-18: Port Service Details 4. To see more options (if available), select the.......More.....
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81236_1.book Page 99 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 99 Tide Information At detailed chart scales, placing the cursor over a Tide Height or Current symbol for more than 0.5 seconds enables detailed tide information to be 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 .
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81236_1.book Page 100 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 100 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters NANTUCKET M TIDAL HEIGHT 1.30 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 CURSOR TIME HEIGHT 4:18 1.28 m HIGH WATER 12:17 0.97 m --:-- ---.-- m MORE OPTIONS TODAY DATE:13/ 7/99 TIME:04:13:56 LOW WATER 5:37 17:37 -0.16 m -0.
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81236_1.book Page 101 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 101 ➤ To display Sun/Moon data: 1. Select SUN/MOON DATA. The SUN rise/set and MOON rise/set times are displayed. The MOON PHASE box indicates the number of days referred to full moon, together with a pictorial representation. NANTUCKET M TIDAL HEIGHT 1.30 1.06 0.81 0.57 0.33 0.08 -0.
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81236_1.book Page 102 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 102 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Tidal Current ➤ To obtain Tidal Current Data: 1. Place the cursor over a Tide Current symbol . The Tidal Current soft key and help text appear. TIDAL CURRENT "ENTER"FOR TIDAL INFORMATION, "CLEAR" OR MOVE CURSOR QUITS D4978_1 2. Press ENTER to show the Tidal Current information and soft keys or CLEAR to cancel the operation. NANTUCKET HARBOR kts TIDAL CURRENT 1.75 1.46 1.18 0.89 0.60 0.32 0.
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81236_1.book Page 103 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 103 The ‘Port Name’ is that supplied by the Gold Chart cartridge. The Tidal Current 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, SET and DRIFT.
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81236_1.book Page 104 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 104 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters NANTUCKET HARBOR kts TIDAL CURRENT 1.75 1.46 1.18 0.89 0.60 0.32 0.
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81236_1.book Page 105 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 5: Operation 105 5.11 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.
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81236_1.book Page 106 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 106 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 5.12 Alarms The chartplotter reports the following alarms 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).
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81236_1.book Page 109 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting 109 Chapter 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting This chapter provides information on routine maintenance and problem solving associated with your RC435/435i Chartplotter and/or its antenna. 6.
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81236_1.book Page 110 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 110 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters interaction between different items of equipment, that is, to ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). Always report any EMC-related problem to your nearest Raymarine 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.
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81236_1.book Page 111 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting 111 Troubleshooting As a guide to problem solving, common problems and their possible causes are detailed below. Problem Correction Unit does not function 1. Make sure that the power supply cable is undamaged and that all connections are tight and free from corrosion. 2. Check polarity of the DC power cables for proper connection. Reconnect cables if necessary. 3. Check in-line fuse. Replace if necessary. 4.
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81236_1.book Page 112 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 112 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 6.4 How to Contact Raymarine On the Internet Visit the Raymarine World Wide Web site for the latest information on Raymarine electronic equipment and systems at: www.raymarine.
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81236_1.book Page 113 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Chapter 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting 113 800-539-5539 ext. 2444, or 603-881-5200. Technical Support For technical support, call: 800-539-5539 ext. 2444, or 603-881-5200. Our Technical Support Specialists are available to answer questions about installing, operating and trouble-shooting all Raymarine products. Questions can be sent directly to our Technical Support Department via the Internet. Point your browser to www.raymarine.
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81236_1.book Page 114 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 114 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters Please have the product reference number, or unit serial number, ready when you call. We will do everything possible to make the repair and return your unit as quickly as possible.
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81236_1.book Page 113 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Appendix A: Specifications 113 Appendix A: Specifications CE Conforms to 89/336/EEC(EMC), EN60945:1997 Size (H x W x D) 6.93in (176mm) x 7.0in (178mm) x 2.52in (64mm), excluding mounting bracket Weight 1.87 lb. (0.85 kg.
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81236_1.book Page 114 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM 114 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters GPS Time to first fix Cold start: Warm start: Hot start: Typically < 3 min (4 min max) Typically < 60 seconds Typically < 8 seconds GPS Position accuracy <15m RMS. <5m with SD-GPS Geodetic Datum WGS-84 (Customer Selectable Position Correction) GPS Antenna Cable length (RC435 only): 10m (33ft) Note: The system is limited to 500 unique waypoints yet 20 routes of 50 waypoints as stated above are permissible.
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81236_1.book Page 115 Monday, January 5, 2004 3:41 PM Appendix B: List of Abbreviations 115 Appendix B: 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.
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