C-Series Display New Features Document number: 81298-1 Date: January 2007
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1 Contents Chapter 1: New Features of the C-Series Display Unit ..........................................1 1.1 Navionics support .......................................................................................... 1 1.2 Chart application ............................................................................................ 1 1.3 Graphical data ................................................................................................ 1 1.4 Autopilot control .............................
C-Series New Features 4.2 The autopilot control screen ........................................................................ 13 4.3 Waypoint arrival .......................................................................................... 14 …when there are more waypoints in your route ..................................... 14 …when you reach the last waypoint in your route ................................. 14 Chapter 5: Weather (US only) ................................................................
3 Displaying marine watchboxes .............................................................. 30 Displaying watchbox data ...................................................................... 30 5.11 Weather application setup ............................................................................ 31 Selecting the Weather Setup Menu ......................................................... 31 Weather Setup options ............................................................................
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Important information i Important Information Intended use The C-Series display unit can be used in GPS-based or marine radar-based navigation systems on non-IMO/SOLAS class leisure vessels or small workboats. This handbook tells you how to operate and maintain the C-Series display effectively. For information on system integration and how to install the unit, refer to the C-Series Installation Guide supplied with the display.
ii C-Series Display New Features WARNING:Fishfinder sounder module Removing the transducer cable from the rear of the fishfinder sounder module whilst it is switched on can cause sparks. Only remove the transducer cable after power has been switched off. Ensure that the sounder module is mounted where it is well ventilated and in an area free from flammable vapors. CAUTION: Water Ingress To prevent the ingress of water and consequent damage to the display, ensure that the chart card door is firmly closed.
Important information iii This product uses digital chart data, bathymetric data, three-dimensional and photographic imagery, and electronic information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) which may contain errors. Raymarine does not warrant the accuracy of such information and you are advised that errors in such information may cause the product to malfunction.
iv C-Series Display New Features Multi-media chart cards To use your C-Series Display as a navigation aid, you need charts with the appropriate level of detail for the geographic area you wish to navigate. The charts are available in electronic format on Navionics Chart cards. To check the current availability of Navionics® chart card types and the latest feature sets, visit www.navionics.com or www.navionics.it. To obtain Navionics cards, contact your local dealer or visit the Navionics web site.
Chapter 1: New Features of the C-Series Display Unit 1 Chapter 1: New Features of the C-Series Display Unit This document describes features which have been added to the C-Series display unit since the C-Series Display Reference Manual (document number 81221-2) was written. All the content of that manual is still valid, and the features it covers still operate as described.
2 C-Series Display New Features Note: The display unit does not replace the pilot head: never use autopilot functions with- out a pilot head installed. 1.5 Weather (US only) Note: The following weather features require the SR50 Sirius Receiver and separate subscrip- tion. The weather application superimposes historical, live and forecasted weather graphics on a world map. It also provides textual forecasts and warnings.
Chapter 2: Chart Application Updates 3 Chapter 2: Chart Application Updates Updates to the Chart application allow you to view tide and current animations for a 24-hour period, set the display unit to overlay range rings on the chart view, and show bathymetric data included on Navionics combined data cards. This chapter tells you how to make use of the new Chart application features.
4 C-Series Display New Features Direction and speed of current (green arrows) Tide height Press the ANIMATION PLAY/PAUSE softkey to start animation. Animation time and date are displayed on the status bar; the animation starts from the current time. Controlling the animation When you open the Tide/Current Animation screen, the toolbar provides softkeys to stop and start the animation; step the animation forwards or backwards in time; set the size of the step, or select a date for the animation.
Chapter 2: Chart Application Updates 5 To set the step interval The Set Time Interval softkey gives you control over the Step Forward and Step Back functions. 1. If the animation is playing, press PAUSE. 2. Press the SET TIME INTERVAL softkey. This displays a slider with the current time interval shown. Use the rotary controller to adjust it (within the range of 15 to 120 minutes). 3. Press OK or CANCEL to save the new interval.
6 C-Series Display New Features 3. Select RANGE RINGS ON/OFF. 2.3 Navionics combined data cards Some Navionics data cards provide detailed bathymetric information in addition to standard chart information. You can choose between the standard chart view, or the view displaying bathymetric contours. To display bathymetric information In the Chart application: 1. Press the PRESENTATION softkey. 2. Press the CHART LAYERS softkey. 3. Press the CHART TYPE softkey to toggle between FISH and NAV options.
Chapter 3: Graphical Data 7 Chapter 3: Graphical Data The C-Series now gives you the option to display some navigation and engine data graphically. You can configure the unit to display a compass bar, and to show additional engine and genset (engine-driven electricity generator) data. 3.1 Compass bar The compass bar gives you a continuous readout centred on your current heading or course over ground (COG). Arrows at either end of the bar indicate current steer direction.
8 C-Series Display New Features Note: When the compass bar is displayed the transducer icons remain visible in the top-right section of the screen. Compass bar setup The compass bar is set to open in heading mode. To change this setting, press the MENU button and go to the Databar Setup menu where you can select either Heading or COG. Note: If MOB is activated while the compass bar is open, the compass is replaced with the MOB toolbar. The compass bar returns when you cancel the active MOB. 3.
Chapter 3: Graphical Data 9 For a list of the data you can display for each genset, see Table 3-2, Genset Data Options.
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Chapter 4: Autopilot Control 11 Chapter 4: Autopilot Control If you have a Raymarine autopilot installed, you can access some of its functions from the C-Series display unit. WARNING:The autopilot functions available on the C-Series display unit do not replace the autopilot control head. You must have a pilot control head installed before you enable or engage the autopilot. Emergency disengage You can disable the autopilot using the power key. 1. Press and release the power button. 2.
12 C-Series Display New Features When the autopilot is engaged, or you hotspot an active route or waypoint, the toolbar gives you the following options: Table 4-1: Active Navigation Toolbar STOP GOTO/FOLLOW Opens the Pilot Control screen. If the autopilot is in track mode, the route complete alarm sounds. ADVANCE WAYPOINT Opens the Pilot Control screen and provides the AUTO and TRACK softkeys. The screen stays open until you choose either AUTO or TRACK.
Chapter 4: Autopilot Control 13 Autopilot Status Indicator An indicator in the top-right corner of the display unit tells you the current status of the autopilot. Table 4-2: Autopilot status indicators Icon Autopilot mode Standby. Track. Auto. No autopilot detected. Autopilot alarm is active. 4.2 The autopilot control screen The Pilot Control pop-up screen is displayed when you engage the autopilot in track mode, at waypoint arrival, or when you select it from the Setup Menu.
14 C-Series Display New Features For a list of the softkeys available while the Autopilot Control screen is open, see Table 4-3, Autopilot Control Toolbar. Table 4-3: Autopilot Control Toolbar AUTO Engage the autopilot and hold the current course (available when the autopilot is in Track or Standby mode). ENGAGE PILOT -TRACK- Track to the current target waypoint. STANDBY Disengages the autopilot (only available when the autopilot is engaged).
Chapter 4: Autopilot Control Press STANDBY to silence the alarm and disengage the autopilot. Press AUTO to silence the alarm and continue on the current locked heading with autopilot engaged.
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Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 17 Chapter 5: Weather (US only) This application is only available for the Unites States if you have an SR50 Sirius Receiver installed and separate subscription to the weather service. You can get weather information for the rest of the world via a Navtex receiver. See the C-Series Reference Manual for more information. 5.1 Overview The weather application superimposes historical, live and forecasted weather graphics on a world map.
18 C-Series Display New Features Pre-requisites for using the weather application For your C-Series to display weather data, the system must be connected to an SR50 Sirius Receiver which is supplying the appropriate data. For your vessel to be displayed and for weather reports to be available at your position, you need a fix for your boat’s position and be within US coastal waters.
Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 19 Range Animation time/data Signal strength 12:00 22/11 Medium 2400 nm Status bar Marine zone Surface observation stations Wave heights DISPLAY GRAPHICS... ANIMATE WEATHER... WEATHER REPORTS... PRESENTATION... Weather soft keys D8564_1 FIND SHIP 5.5 Moving around the weather map When you open the Weather application, a world map is displayed. Use the cursor to move around the map and the range button to zoom in and out.
20 C-Series Display New Features 5.7 Weather graphics This section summarizes the weather symbols used within the weather application. For details of each weather type, please refer to the appropriate section.
Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 21 Precipitation (NOWRad) Color code Precipitation type Intensity Light green Rain ( 15-19 dBz ) Medium green Rain ( 20-29 dBz ) Dark green Rain ( 30-39 dBz ) Yellow Rain ( 40-44 dBz ) Orange Rain ( 45-49 dBz ) Light red Rain ( 50-54 dBz ) Dark red Rain ( 55 + dBz) Light Blue Snow ( 5-19 dBz ) Dark blue Snow ( 20 + dBz ) Light pink Mixed ( 5-19 dBz ) Dark pink Mixed ( 20 + dBz ) D 8569_1 NOWRad displays the type and level of precipitation:
22 C-Series Display New Features Sea surface temperature (SST) The temperature range of the sea surface is indicated by shading. This shading ranges through blue/green/yellow/ orange/red. D8570_1 For details of how to view the sea surface temperature at a specific point, see page 26. Canadian radar Canadian radar shows the intensity of precipitation for Canada. Unlike NOWRad, Canadian radar does not show the precipitation type.
Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 23 Tropical storm data Tropical storm data can be displayed for a selected storm. This includes: • The storm’s name, type, date and time. • The position, direction and speed of travel of the storm. • The pressure and maximum wind speed and gusts.
24 C-Series Display New Features To identify the station and display more associated weather data: Station Data OK KSUT OK for more info Move cursor over station graphic Time Wind speed Wind Direction Wave Height Sea Temperature Visibility 02:36PM 19.4kt o 003 t 13.1ft o 50.0 F 0.540nm Displays detailed information at selected station D8576_1 e.g.
Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 25 Wind This option displays the current wind direction and magnitude. You can choose (via the Weather Setup Menu) to display the wind symbol as either an arrow or a wind barb. Wind arrows give an indication of wind speed - the larger the arrow the stronger the wind. Wind barbs give a more precise representation of wind speed: Wind speed symbols 3-7 kts 8-12 kts 13-17 kts 18-22 kts 23-27 kts 28-32 kts 33-37 kts 38-42 kts 43-47 kts 48-52 kts etc.
26 C-Series Display New Features Surface pressure This option shows surface pressure data using standard meteorological symbols: High pressure (blue) High pressure (red) Warm front (red) Occluded front (purple) Cold front (blue) 1010 Stationary front (red-blue) Trough (brown) Squall line (red) Dry line (brown) Isobars (grey) D8651_1 1012 Viewing data at a particular location When required you can display the sea temperature, wind speed and direction, wave height, precipitation intensity and
Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 27 Running the animation ANIMATE WEATHER... ANIMATE ON D8601_1 Once you have set the animation type (see previous section) you can run the animation feature: The status bar indicates the time-frame displayed. The weather radar history provides up to eight images of data covering the last two hours, at 15-minute intervals. If at any time you need to pause the animation, for instance to examine the displayed weather for a particular time frame, press PAUSE.
28 C-Series Display New Features Marine warnings To display a report for the current warnings (US coastal or near shore): 1. Select the MARINE WARNINGS option: MARINE WARNINGS D8618_1 WEATHER REPORTS... 2.
Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 29 5.10 Watchbox warnings To display available watchbox warnings: e.g. WATCHBOX WARNINGS D9012_1 WEATHER REPORTS... Watchbox warnings Watchbox warning alerts When a tornado or thunderstorm warning is received, the system will generate a watchbox alert: Warning type and period for which warning is valid D8606_1 Watchbox report text Use the trackpad or rotary control to scroll through the report as necessary.
30 C-Series Display New Features Displaying marine watchboxes When the marine watchboxes feature is set to ON (default), any regions for which a watchbox is valid are highlighted on the weather map as a red polygon. D8608_1 Watchbox warning area To show/hide watchboxes: Toggle as required Displaying watchbox data To display the data relating to a particular watchbox: 1. Position the cursor over the watchbox. 2. Press OK to display the Object Info pop-up screen. 3.
Chapter 5: Weather (US only) 31 5.11 Weather application setup When a weather application is the active window, the set up for your weather application can be changed from the standard configuration to suit your particular needs. Although you will probably only do this when you first use this application, you may decide to make subsequent adjustments once you become more familiar with the system. Any settings that you change are retained even when you power off.
32 C-Series Display New Features MARINE ZONES SHOW OK PRESENTATION Toggle as required 5.12 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Boat symbol not displayed No position fix FIND SHIP soft key greyed-out No position fix Boat symbol drawn as a solid circle No heading or COG available ‘No Connection’ message is displayed in the status bar No signal received from SR50; check cabling and that SR50 is powered.
Chapter 6: Sirius Audio (US only) 33 Chapter 6: Sirius Audio (US only) If you have a Sirius data receiver installed, you can use the C-Series display unit to control satellite radio broadcasts. Refer to the SR50 documentation for installation information. The C-Series gives you access to basic and advanced audio functions.
34 C-Series Display New Features The softkeys give you access to the functions outlined in Table 6-1, Sirius Audio Toolbar. Table 6-1: Sirius Audio Toolbar MUTE ON/OFF Controls the mute setting. PRESETS… Displays a list of preset channels and the full channel list with modify options. Use the trackpad or rotary controller to scroll through the list of presets. SETUP CHANNELS… Gives access to the Edit Presets, Edit Alerts, Edit Channel Access, Scan Channels softkeys.
Chapter 6: Sirius Audio (US only) Filtering categories from the browse This feature allows you to choose a category from which to browse channels; other categories are excluded from the browse. To filter categories 1. On the Browse screen, press the FILTER BY softkey. 2. Press the SELECT CATEGORY softkey. 3. Using the trackpad or rotary controller, select the category you want to browse. 4. Press OK. 6.4 Scanning channels The Scan function automatically tunes to all channels in turn.
36 C-Series Display New Features 6.6 Presets You can assign up to 18 channels to presets to make tuning, scanning and browsing easier. To assign a channel to a preset, use the PRESETS softkey from the main control screen or the EDIT PRESETS softkey from any of the following screens: • Setup channels • Browse channels At the Edit Preset Channels screen you can select a preset and assign a channel to it, move the assigned channel to a different preset, or delete the assigned channel.
Chapter 6: Sirius Audio (US only) 37 To enable blocking On the Sirius Radio Control screen: 1. Press the SETUP CHANNELS softkey. 2. Press the PARENTAL LOCK ON/OFF softkey so that ON is highlighted. To set up a password On the Sirius Radio Control screen: 1. Press the SETUP CHANNELS softkey. 2. Press the PARENTAL LOCK softkey to highlight ON. 3. At the Password Setup screen, enter and confirm your password and hint.
38 C-Series Display New Features To enter a password If you select a blocked channel from the channel list or want to block a channel when the parental lock is on, you will be asked to enter the password. 1. Use the rotary control or trackpad to enter the password in the entry field. 2. Press OK to enter password. After three incorrect attempts, the system displays your password hint. 6.
Appendix B: Abbreviations 39 Appendix A:List of Abbreviations AIS Automatic Identification System km Kilometer ALR Alarm kpa Kilo pascals °C Degrees Centigrade KPH Kilometers per hour °F Degrees Farenheit kt Knots amp Amperes ky Kiloyards Auto Automatic l litres CAT Category Lat Latitude CCFL Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp Lon Longitude CDI Course Deviation Indicator m Metres COG Course Over Ground Man Manual C-Up Course up orientation MARPA Mini Automatic Radar P
40 C-Series Display New Features STN Channel TCPA Time to Closest Point of TM True motion TTG Time To Go TVG Time Variable Gain TX Transmit UTC Universal Time Constant VMG Velocity Made Good VRM Variable Range Marker WPT/ Waypoint/Waypoints XTE Cross Track Error
Appendix C 41 Appendix B: List of cursor labels Label Feature Application A/B Ruler line Chart AIS AIS target Chart COG Course Over Ground vector Chart CTR centre of radar Radar FLT Floating EBL/VRM Radar GRD Guard zone Radar HDG Heading vector Chart MARPA MARPA target Radar MOB Man Over Board marker Chart and radar POS Vessel’s position Chart RTE Route leg Chart SHM Ship’s Heading Marker Radar TIDE Tide indicator Chart VRM/EBL VRM and EBL, 1 or 2 Radar WIND W
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43 A R Abbreviations 39, 41 Alerts watchbox warnings 29 cancelling 29 Animation tides and currents 3–5 weather graphics 26 running 26 setting up 26 Autopilot control 11–15 disengaging 12 enabling 11 engaging 11 reaching waypoints 14 Radar Canadian 22 Rain 20 NOWRad 20 Reports marine alerts 27 tropical statements 27 C Canadian radar 22 City forecasts 24 Compass bar 7 D Display weather application 18 F Forecasts city 24 marine zone 28 G Glossary 39, 41 Graphics animated weather 26 running 26 setting up
C-Series Display New Features Wave height 25 at particular location 26 Weather adding application 18 animated graphic running 26 setting up 26 animated graphics 26 display 18 forecasts city 24 marine zone 28 lightning 23 marine alerts 27 zone forecasts 28 moving around map 19 NOWRad 20 overview 17 pre-requisites 17 radar Canadian 22 rain 20 reports marine alerts 27 tropical statements 27 viewing 27 sea surface temperature 21 sea temperature at particular location 26 setup 30 application 17 options 31 simul
