Lorenz PANORAMIC 8 XL User manual

Copyright 2009 LORENZ ELECTRONICS Italia.
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PANORAMIC 8 XL
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with external GPS Receiver
CODE: S4egLZ7wcx 1602gA83/300309
COMPACT 8 XL
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with internal GPS Receiver
CODE: S4igLZ7wcx 1602gA83/300309
PANORAMIC 8 HD
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with external GPS Receiver
CODE: S4egLZ8wc 1602gB25/300309
COMPACT 8 HD
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter with internal GPS Receiver
CODE: S4igLZ8wc 1602gB25/300309
PANORAMIC 8 HD FISH
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter
with external GPS Receiver & internal Fish Finder
CODE: S4egLZ8wc 1602gB25/300309
COMPACT 8 HD FISH
Sunlight Readable Display Color Chart Plotter
with internal GPS Receiver & internal Fish Finder
CODE: S4igLZ8wc 1602gB25/300309
USER MANUAL
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Warning!
Electronic charts displayed by the chart plotter are believed to be accurate and reliable, but they are not
intended to substitute for the official charts which should remain your main reference for all the mat-
ters related to the execution of a safe navigation.
For this reason we would like to remind you that you are required to carry on board and use the
officially published and approved nautical charts.
Caution
Please read through this manual before the first operation. If you have any questions, please contact
the Company customer service or your local dealer.
The chart plotter is not built water proof. Please give attention to avoid water intrusion into the
chart plotter. Water damage is not covered by the warranty.
Extensive exposure to heat may result in damage to the chart plotter.
Connection to the power source with reversed polarity will damage the chartplotter severely. This
damage may not be covered by the warranty.
The chart plotter contains dangerous high voltage circuits which only experienced technicians can
handle.
The C-MAP BYJEPPESEN C-CARD are available from your local dealer.
We will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential damages in
connection with the performance or use of this material.
Exposure of display to UV rays may shorten life of the liquid crystals used in your chart plotter. This
limitation is due to the current technology of the LCD displays.
Avoid overheating which may cause loss of contrast and, in extreme cases, a darkening of the screen.
Problems which occur from overheating are reversible when temperature decreases.
Warning on Serial Ports Connection
Please be aware that the serial ports are not opto-isolated and then the external device is electrically
connected to the chart plotter. This allows the connection of high speed devices, like Radar or Fish
Finder. If you are connecting a NMEA0183 device and you would like to isolate it from the chart
plotter, you have to add the opto-isolator externally.
Cleaning procedure for the plotter screen
Cleaning of the plotter screen is a very important operation and must be done carefully. Since the
surface is covered by a antireflective coating, the procedure for cleaning all the surfaces can be per-
formed using the following procedure: You need a tissue or lens tissue and a cleaning spray containing
Isopropanol (a normal spray cleaner sold for the PC screen, for example PolaClear by Polaroid). Fold
the tissue or lens tissue into a triangular shape, moisten the tip and use the index finger behind a corner
to move the tissue across the surface, in overlapping side to side strokes. If the tissue is too wet, a
noticeable wet film will be left in its path and you will need to repeat the process. If too dry, the tissue
won’t glide easily, and may damage the surface.

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Table of Content
1 Introduction ......................................................................................... 13
1.1 CONVENTIONS ........................................................................................ 13
1.2 FEATURES ......................................................................................... 13
1.2.1 Specifications ................................................................................. 14
1.2.1.1 Main Characteristics ....................................................... 14
1.2.1.2 Physical Characteristics FOR PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 XL/HD 17
1.2.1.3 Physical Characteristics FOR PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 HD FISH18
FF Module 600W-50-200KHz Technical Specifications . 18
1.3 BASICS ......................................................................................... 19
2 Before You Begin ......................................................................................... 21
2.1 THE KEYBOARD ...................................................................................... 21
2.2 TURNING THE CHART PLOTTER ON AND OFF .................................. 23
2.2.1 Turning On ...................................................................................... 23
2.2.2 Turning Off ...................................................................................... 23
2.3 CHANGING BACKLIGHT AND CONTRAST ........................................... 23
2.4 SELECTING THE USER INTERFACE LANGUAGE ............................... 24
2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS ................................................................... 24
2.5.1 GPS Connection ONLY FOR PANORAMIC 8 XL/HD/HD FISH ............... 24
2.5.2 Autopilot Connection ...................................................................... 25
2.5.3 External NMEA Connection ............................................................ 26
2.5.4 C-COM GSM Plus Connection ....................................................... 27
2.6 ADDITIONAL C-CARDS ........................................................................... 29
2.6.1 Inserting C-CARD ........................................................................... 29
2.6.2 Removing C-CARD ......................................................................... 29
2.7 VIDEO INPUT ONLY FOR PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 HD/FISH ....................... 30
2.7.1 Select Video Input .......................................................................... 30
2.7.2 Activate Video Input ....................................................................... 30
2.7.2.1 Quick Activation .............................................................. 31
2.7.2.2 Activation from pages selection ...................................... 31
2.7.3 Restore Defaults ............................................................................. 31
2.8 MENU OPTIONS ...................................................................................... 31
2.9 DATA ENTRY ......................................................................................... 31
3 For the New User ......................................................................................... 33
3.1 SCREEN DISPLAY CONFIGURATION ................................................... 33
3.1.1 Charts and Text Area ..................................................................... 34
3.1.2 Depth Graph Page .......................................................................... 35
3.1.3 GPS Data Page .............................................................................. 35

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3.1.4 Navigation Data Page ..................................................................... 36
3.1.5 Graphic Data (Rolling Road) Page ................................................. 37
3.1.6 Wind Data Page ............................................................................. 37
3.1.7 Fish Finder Pages .......................................................................... 37
3.2 BASIC SETTINGS .................................................................................... 38
3.2.1 Course Vector ................................................................................. 38
3.2.2 Screen Amplifier ............................................................................. 38
3.2.3 Advanced Functions ....................................................................... 38
3.2.4 User Points ..................................................................................... 39
3.2.5 Depth Window ................................................................................ 39
3.2.6 Units Selection ................................................................................ 39
3.2.7 Nav Aids Presentation .................................................................... 39
3.2.8 Input/Output Menu .......................................................................... 40
3.2.8.1 Port 1/Port 2/Port 3/Port4*/Port5* Input .......................... 40
3.2.8.2 Port 1/Port 2/Port 3/Port4*/Port5* Output .......................... 40
3.2.8.3 Port 1/2/3/4*/5* NMEA Output Messages Selection ......... 40
3.2.8.4 GPS Setup Menu ............................................................... 40
Internal GPS ONLY FOR COMPACT 8 XL/HD/HD FISH ......... 41
Restart GPS .................................................................... 41
Differential Correction Source ......................................... 41
Navigation Speed ............................................................ 41
3.2.8.5 Send & Receive Marks/Routes .......................................... 41
3.2.8.6 C-Link ................................................................................. 41
3.2.8.7 External Signal ONLY FOR PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 HD/HD FISH .... 41
3.2.8.8 Cable Wiring Page ............................................................. 42
3.2.8.9 Fish Finder Transmission PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 HD FISH ... 42
3.2.9 C-Voice Menu ................................................................................. 42
3.2.9.1 Navigation ........................................................................... 42
3.2.9.2 Echosounder ...................................................................... 42
3.2.9.3 Output Port ......................................................................... 42
3.3 A-B-C-D FUNCTION ................................................................................. 43
3.3.1 Inserting the A-B-C-D points .......................................................... 43
3.3.2 Deleting the A-B-C-D points ........................................................... 43
3.3.3 Navigating on the A-B-C-D points .................................................. 43
3.4 NAVIGATING TO A SINGLE DESTINATION .......................................... 44
3.4.1 Distance and Bearing to Target (Destination) ................................ 44
3.4.2 Time To Go ..................................................................................... 44
3.4.3 Deleting Target ............................................................................... 44
3.5 C-MAP BYJEPPESEN MAX CARTOGRAPHY INFORMATION .................. 45
3.5.1 Map Settings Menu ......................................................................... 46
3.5.1.1 3D View (Perspective View) ............................................ 46
3.5.1.2 Palette ............................................................................. 47
3.5.1.3 Map Orientation ............................................................... 47
3.5.1.4 Zoom Type ...................................................................... 47
3.5.1.5 Fonts & Symbols ............................................................. 48
3.5.1.6 Dynamic Nav-Aids ........................................................... 48
3.5.1.7 Mixing Levels ................................................................... 48
3.5.1.8 Safety Status Bar (DSI - Data Safety Indicator) ............. 49
3.5.1.9 Satellite Imagery ............................................................. 50
3.5.1.10 Currents Prediction ......................................................... 50
3.5.1.11 Selecting the Chart Language ....................................... 50
3.5.1.12 Other Map Configurations ............................................... 51
3.5.2 Getting Automatic Info .................................................................... 54

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3.5.2.1 Info on objects with Pictures ........................................... 55
Change Picture Size ....................................................... 56
3.5.2.2 Quick Info on Lakes ........................................................ 56
3.5.2.3 Full Info on Lakes ............................................................ 57
3.5.3 Info Tree and Expanded Info page ................................................. 57
3.5.4 Info Function ................................................................................... 58
3.5.5 Getting Port Info ............................................................................. 58
3.5.6 Getting Tide Info ............................................................................. 58
3.5.7 Find Function .................................................................................. 60
3.5.7.1 Finding Port Services ...................................................... 60
3.5.7.2 Finding Tide Stations ...................................................... 60
3.5.7.3 Finding Wrecks ............................................................... 60
3.5.7.4 Finding Obstructions ....................................................... 60
3.5.7.5 Finding Ports By Name ................................................... 60
3.5.7.6 Finding Ports By Distance .............................................. 61
3.5.7.7 Finding Lakes Information .............................................. 61
3.5.7.8 Finding Lakes By Names ................................................ 61
3.5.7.9 Finding Points Of Interest ............................................... 62
3.6 MAN OVERBOARD (MOB) ...................................................................... 62
3.6.1 Inserting MOB .................................................................................. 62
3.6.2 Deleting MOB .................................................................................. 62
4 For the Experienced User .............................................................................. 63
4.1 MORE ABOUT CREATING AND USING ROUTES ................................ 63
4.1.1 Waypoint ......................................................................................... 63
4.1.1.1 Adding Waypoint ............................................................. 63
4.1.1.2 Creating a Route ............................................................. 64
4.1.1.3 Deleting Waypoint ........................................................... 64
4.1.1.4 Deleting Route ................................................................ 65
4.1.1.5 Distance and Bearing to Target ...................................... 65
Time To Go ..................................................................... 66
Deleting Target ................................................................ 66
4.1.1.6 Moving Waypoint ............................................................. 66
4.1.1.7 Inserting Waypoint .......................................................... 67
4.1.1.8 Editing Waypoint ............................................................. 68
4.1.1.9 Finding info on Waypoints: User Points List Page ......... 69
Finding User Points ......................................................... 69
Deleting selected User Point .......................................... 69
Deleting all User Points with the same symbol .............. 69
Deleting all User Points with the same type ................... 69
Deleting all stored User Points ....................................... 70
Send/Receive User Points .............................................. 70
4.1.2 Routes ......................................................................................... 70
4.1.2.1 Selecting Route ............................................................... 70
4.1.2.2 Deleting Route ................................................................ 70
4.1.2.3 Reversing Route ............................................................. 71
4.1.2.4 Route Color ..................................................................... 71
4.1.2.5 Finding information on Route: Route Report Page ........ 71
Selecting Route ............................................................... 71
Changing Speed & Fuel values ...................................... 72
Reversing Route ............................................................. 72
Deleting Route ................................................................ 72
4.1.2.6 Route Name .................................................................... 72

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4.1.2.7 Send/Receive Route ....................................................... 72
4.1.2.8 Safe Route Checking ...................................................... 72
4.2 MARK & EVENT ....................................................................................... 74
4.2.1 Marks ......................................................................................... 74
4.2.1.1 Adding Mark .................................................................... 74
4.2.1.2 Deleting Mark .................................................................. 74
4.2.1.3 Goto ................................................................................. 74
4.2.1.4 Moving Mark .................................................................... 74
4.2.1.5 Editing Mark .................................................................... 75
4.2.1.6 Finding information on Marks: User Points List Page .... 76
4.2.1.7 Add to Route ................................................................... 76
4.2.2 Events ......................................................................................... 76
4.2.2.1 Adding Event ................................................................... 76
4.2.2.2 Deleting Event ................................................................. 76
4.2.2.3 Goto ................................................................................. 77
4.2.2.4 Editing Event ................................................................... 77
4.2.2.5 Finding information on Events: User Points List Page ... 77
4.2.2.6 Add to Route ................................................................... 77
4.3 MORE ABOUT A-B-C-D FUNCTION ....................................................... 78
4.3.1 Inserting the A-B-C-D points .......................................................... 78
4.3.2 Deleting the A-B-C-D points ........................................................... 78
4.3.3 Deleting the A-B-C-D Segment ...................................................... 78
4.3.4 Moving the A-B-C-D points ............................................................. 79
4.3.5 Inserting the A-B-C-D points .......................................................... 79
4.3.6 Navigating on the A-B-C-D points .................................................. 79
4.4 USING THE TRACK FUNCTIONS ........................................................... 79
4.4.1 Selecting active Track .................................................................... 79
4.4.2 Enabling Track storing .................................................................... 79
4.4.3 Displaying Track ............................................................................. 80
4.4.4 Selecting Track Color ..................................................................... 80
4.4.5 Deleting Track ................................................................................ 80
4.4.6 Deleting Selected Track ................................................................. 80
4.4.7 Selecting Track memorizing type ................................................... 80
4.4.8 Selecting distance .......................................................................... 80
4.4.9 Selecting Time ................................................................................ 81
4.5 USER C-CARD MENU ............................................................................. 81
4.5.1 Saving File ...................................................................................... 81
4.5.2 Loading File .................................................................................... 81
4.5.3 Deleting File .................................................................................... 81
4.5.4 Formatting User C-CARD ............................................................... 82
4.6 C-LINK ......................................................................................... 82
4.6.1 How C-Link system works .............................................................. 82
4.7 C-LINK NAVIGATION DATA TRANSFER ............................................... 82
4.7.1 Operations ...................................................................................... 83
4.7.1.1 Introductive elements ...................................................... 83
4.7.1.2 C-Link serial connection .................................................. 84
4.7.1.3 Master chart plotter ......................................................... 84
4.7.1.4 Slave chart plotter ........................................................... 84
4.7.1.5 C-Link Navigation Data: acquisition and display ............ 85
4.7.1.6 Graphical representation on Map Display ...................... 86
4.7.1.7 Route Data Report .......................................................... 86
4.7.1.8 Quick Info ........................................................................ 87

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5 Advanced Settings ......................................................................................... 89
5.1 SETUP ......................................................................................... 89
5.1.1 Time Reference ............................................................................... 89
5.1.2 Time Format .................................................................................... 89
5.1.3 Date Format ..................................................................................... 89
5.1.4 Wind Speed ..................................................................................... 90
5.1.5 Beeper ......................................................................................... 90
5.1.6 External Wpt .................................................................................... 90
5.1.7 Backlight Timeout ............................................................................ 90
5.2 FIX ......................................................................................... 90
5.2.1 Fix Correction ................................................................................... 90
5.2.2 Compute Correction ........................................................................ 91
5.2.3 Correction Offset ............................................................................. 91
5.2.4 Position Filter ................................................................................... 91
5.2.5 Speed Filter ..................................................................................... 91
5.2.6 Filter Dump ...................................................................................... 91
5.2.7 Dead Reckoning .............................................................................. 91
5.2.8 Static Navigation .............................................................................. 92
5.3 NAVIGATE ......................................................................................... 92
5.3.1 Coordinates System ........................................................................ 92
5.3.2 Fix Datum ......................................................................................... 92
5.3.3 Map Datum ...................................................................................... 92
5.3.4 Map Orientation Resolution ............................................................. 93
5.3.5 Rolling Road Scale .......................................................................... 93
5.3.6 Reset Partial and Total Trip ............................................................. 93
5.3.7 Selectable Nav 3D ........................................................................... 93
5.4 COMPASS ......................................................................................... 93
5.4.1 Bearings ......................................................................................... 94
5.4.2 Variation ......................................................................................... 94
5.4.3 Calibration ........................................................................................ 94
5.5 ALARMS ......................................................................................... 94
5.5.1 Arrival Alarm .................................................................................... 94
5.5.2 XTE Alarm ........................................................................................ 95
5.5.3 Anchor Alarm ................................................................................... 95
5.5.4 Depth Alarm .................................................................................... 95
5.5.5 External Alarm ONLY FOR PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 HD / HD FISH ..... 95
5.5.6 Grounding Alarm (Guardian Technology) ...................................... 95
5.5.7 Grounding Alarm Range ................................................................. 96
5.5.8 Grounding Alarm Width .................................................................. 96
5.5.9 Grounding Alarm Report ................................................................ 96
5.6 SIMULATION ......................................................................................... 96
5.6.1 Activate Simulation .......................................................................... 96
5.6.2 Speed ......................................................................................... 97
5.6.3 Heading ......................................................................................... 97
5.6.4 Date and Time ................................................................................. 97
5.6.5 Cursor Control ................................................................................. 97
5.7 AIS MENU ......................................................................................... 97
5.7.1 AIS System Definitions ................................................................... 98
5.7.2 AIS Menu ........................................................................................ 99
5.7.2.1 Display ............................................................................. 99
5.7.2.2 Activation range ............................................................ 100
5.7.2.3 CPA Alarm .................................................................... 100
5.7.2.4 CPA Limit ...................................................................... 100

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5.7.2.5 TCPA Alarm .................................................................. 100
5.7.2.6 TCPA Limit .................................................................... 100
5.7.3 To Set the Chart Plotter for Receiving AIS .................................. 100
5.7.4 Quick Info on AIS Target .............................................................. 100
5.8 C-STAFF ....................................................................................... 101
5.9 C-WEATHER SERVICE ......................................................................... 101
5.9.1 C-Weather Service Menu ............................................................. 102
5.9.1.1 Download ....................................................................... 102
5.9.1.2 Copy from User C-CARD .............................................. 102
5.9.1.3 Weather Forecast ......................................................... 103
5.9.1.4 Real Time View ............................................................. 103
5.9.1.5 Type of Data .................................................................. 103
5.10 DSC ....................................................................................... 103
5.10.1Distress Call and Position Request .............................................. 104
5.10.2DSC Menu .................................................................................... 105
5.10.2.1 DSC LOG ...................................................................... 105
5.10.2.2 DSC Directory ............................................................... 106
5.10.3Quick Info on DSC Icons .............................................................. 107
5.11 MOBILARM SYSTEM ............................................................................. 107
5.11.1Software Setup ............................................................................. 107
5.11.2MOBILARM Status ....................................................................... 108
5.11.3MOBILARM PTX ........................................................................... 108
5.11.3.1 PTX is received ............................................................. 109
5.11.3.2 PTX is received again ................................................... 109
5.11.4Moving Cursor on the PTX Icon ................................................... 110
5.11.4.1 Deleting PTX ................................................................. 110
5.11.4.2 Goto PTX ....................................................................... 110
5.11.4.3 MOBILARM PTX List Page ........................................... 110
5.11.4.4 Show PTX .................................................................... 111
5.12 FISH FINDER MENU FOR PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 XL/HD ................... 111
5.13 RADAR SETUP MENU .......................................................................... 112
6 Fish Finder FOR PANORAMIC & COMPACT 8 HD FISH......................................... 113
6.1 SETTING THE INTERNAL FISH FINDER ON ....................................... 114
6.2 UNDERSTANDING THE FISH FINDER PAGE ..................................... 114
6.2.1 UNDERSTANDING the Echogram Display ................................. 116
6.3 DISPLAYING THE FISH FINDER PAGE ............................................... 117
6.3.1 How to select the Fish Finder page ............................................. 117
6.3.2 Fish Finder Full page .................................................................... 118
6.3.3 Dual Frequency page ................................................................... 119
6.3.4 Zoom page .................................................................................... 119
6.3.5 Chart/Fish page ............................................................................ 120
6.3.6 Fish Finder and Radar Pages ...................................................... 121
6.4 ZOOM MODES ....................................................................................... 122
6.4.1 The Bottom Lock Zoom ................................................................ 122
6.4.2 The Marker Zoom ......................................................................... 122
6.5 FISH FINDER SETUP MENU ................................................................ 122
6.5.1 Preset Mode ................................................................................. 123
6.5.2 Gain Mode .................................................................................... 123
6.5.3 Range Mode ................................................................................. 123
6.5.4 Bottom Range ............................................................................... 124
6.5.5 Depth ....................................................................................... 124
6.5.6 Shift ....................................................................................... 124

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6.5.7 Frequency ..................................................................................... 124
6.5.8 Interference Rejection .................................................................. 124
6.5.9 Sensitivity ...................................................................................... 124
6.5.9.1 Frequency ONLY IN THE DUAL FREQUENCY PAGE ................ 124
6.5.9.2 Gain ............................................................................... 125
6.5.9.3 STC ............................................................................... 125
6.5.9.4 STC Length ................................................................... 125
6.5.9.5 STC Strength ................................................................ 125
6.5.9.6 Surface Noise Filter ...................................................... 125
6.5.10Display Setup ................................................................................ 125
6.5.10.1 Color Settings ................................................................ 125
6.5.10.2 Scrolling Speed ............................................................. 126
6.5.10.3 White Line ..................................................................... 126
6.5.10.4 Fish Symbols ................................................................. 126
6.5.10.5 Water Temperature ....................................................... 126
6.5.11Transducer Setup ......................................................................... 126
6.5.11.1 Keel Offset .................................................................... 126
6.5.11.2 Calibrate Sound Speed ................................................. 126
6.5.11.3 Calibrate Water Speed .................................................. 127
6.5.11.4 Calibrate Water Temperature ....................................... 127
6.5.11.5 Calibrate Auxiliary Temperature ................................... 127
6.5.11.6 Set Default Settings ...................................................... 127
6.5.12Alarms ....................................................................................... 127
6.5.12.1 Shallow Alarm ............................................................... 127
6.5.12.2 Deep Water Alarm ........................................................ 127
6.5.12.3 Temp Upper .................................................................. 127
6.5.12.4 Temp Lower .................................................................. 127
6.5.12.5 Temp Rate .................................................................... 128
6.5.12.6 Fish Alarm ..................................................................... 128
6.5.13Load Settings From User C-CARD .............................................. 128
6.5.14Save Settings to User C-Card ...................................................... 128
6.5.15Restore Current Preset Defaults .................................................. 128
6.6 TRANSDUCERS ..................................................................................... 128
6.6.1 Dedicated Available Transducers ................................................ 129
7 For the Technician ....................................................................................... 131
7.1 DIMENSIONS ....................................................................................... 131
7.2 INSTALLATION AND REMOVING ......................................................... 132
7.3 EXTERNAL WIRING .............................................................................. 133
7.4 TYPICAL CONNECTIONS ..................................................................... 134
7.5 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 137
7.5.1 Problems and Solutions ................................................................ 137
7.5.2 Quick Reference Guide ................................................................. 138
7.5.3 If you need assistance .................................................................. 138
7.5.3.1 World Background Charts ............................................. 138
7.6 SYSTEM TEST ....................................................................................... 138
7.6.1 RAM Menu .................................................................................... 139
7.6.2 Dim Menu ..................................................................................... 139
7.6.3 Cartridges ..................................................................................... 140
7.6.4 Serial Ports ................................................................................... 140
7.6.5 Modem Test .................................................................................. 140

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A Terms ....................................................................................... 143
B Smart DGPS WAAS Receiver ...................................................................... 151
B.1 INSTALLING ....................................................................................... 151
B.2 DIMENSIONS ....................................................................................... 152
Analytical Index ....................................................................................... 153

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1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the chart plotter!
If you have not used a position-finding instrument before and intend to use
your chart plotter for navigating, we suggest you should read this User Manual and
make sure you are familiar with its contents.
The User Manual is divided into three main parts. Chapter "Before You
Begin" introduces you to the basic information to get you start using the chart plotter.
Chapter "For the New User" should be read first to become familiar with your new
instrument. Chapter "For the Experienced User" introduces the advanced features
of the chart plotter.
1.1 CONVENTIONS
Throughout this User Manual, the labelled keys are shown in capitals letters
enclosed between single inverted commas, for example 'MENU'.
Menu operations are in bold characters listed by keys sequence with the
menu names enclosed between inverted commas, for example 'MENU' + "BASIC
SETTINGS" + 'ENTER' + "INPUT/OUTPUT" + 'ENTER' means: press the
'MENU' key, using the cursor key select the Basic Settings menu and press 'ENTER',
using the cursor key select the Input/Output menu and press 'ENTER'.
Terms underlined, for example Mark, are explained in the Appendix "Terms".
1.2 FEATURES
The chart plotter is a computer specifically designed for nautical use but,

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more precisely, to ease and speed up all calculations, which so far have been done
manually. If connected to a positioning instrument, the chart plotter displays the
current position, the speed, and the heading of the boat and its Track. The user
information like Waypoints, Marks and Tracks can then be stored on a User C-CARD
and can be recalled at any time. On the screen are shown navigation data and
cartographic information obtained from electronic charts of C-MAP B Y J EPPESEN
C-CARD.
When the package containing the chart plotter is first opened, please check it
for the following contents (if any parts are missing contact the dealer the chart plotter
was purchased from):
•External quick disconnect bracket and I/O cable 1,5 mt/5.9 feet
•Chart Plotter's protective cover
•Fuse 2 Amp. + fuseholder PANORAMIC/COMPACT 8 XL/HD
•Fuse 3.15 Amp. + fuseholder PANORAMIC/COMPACT 8 HD FISH
•Flush mounting kit PANORAMIC 8 XL/HD & PANORAMIC/COMPACT 8 HD FISH
•Smart DGPS WAAS Receiver with cable 15 mt/45 feet PANORAMIC 8 XL/HD &
PANORAMIC/COMPACT 8 HD FISH
•User Manual
C-MAP B Y J EPPESEN C-CARD (cartography data cards) are available through
your local dealer. For additional information on C-MAP B Y J EPPESEN Cartography
visit web site at www.jeppesen.com.
1.2.1 SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1.1 Main Characteristics
Recordable Individual points
•User Points : 500
•Type of User Points : 16
Routes
•Routes : 25
•Max User Points per Route : 100
Tracking
•Tracks : 2
•Points per Track : 1000
•Step by Distance : 0.01, 0.05, 0.1, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10 Nm
•Step by Time : 1, 5, 10, 30 Sec, 1, 5, 10 Min

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Cartographic Functions
•Detailed Map by using C-MAP B Y J EPPESEN C-CARD
•"C-MAP B Y J EPPESEN " MAX electronic charts, object-oriented chart system with
enhanced functionality including:
Guardian alarm, Safety Status Bar, Safety route check
Perspective view
Satellite image coverage
Turbo and Smooth Zoom
Multilanguage
Enhanced Port information database
Tides & Currents data
Photos & Diagrams
Automatic information on all chart objects
Search function for ports, tidal information, service facilities
•Coordinates System (ddd mm ss, ddd mm.mm, ddd mm.mmm, UTM, OSGB, TD)
•Map Datum
•Display Mode (Full, Simple, Fishing, Low, Custom)
•Marine Settings
Names, Name Tags, Nav-Aids & Light Sectors, Attention Areas, Tides & Cur-
rents, Seabed Type, Ports & Services, Tracks & Route
•Depth Settings
Depth Range Min/Max
•Land Settings
Land Elevations, Land Elevation Values, Roads, Points Of Interest
•Chart Settings
Lat/Lon Grid, Chart Boundaries, Value-Added Data, Chart Lock
•Underwater Objects Settings
Underwater Objects Limit, Rocks, Obstructions, Diffusers, Wrecks
Map Settings
•Zoom Type
•Fonts & Symbols
•3D View (Perspective View)
•Dynamic Nav-Aids
•Map Orientation (North, Head, Course)
•Mixing Levels
•Safety Status Bar
•Satellite Imagery
•Palette
•Currents Prediction

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Fix Functions
•Fix Correction (manual and automatic)
•Position Filter
•Speed Filter
•Dead Reckoning
•Screen Amplifier
•Reset Total and Partial Trip
•Rolling Road Scale
•Fix Datum
•Compass Calibration
•Bearings True and Magnetic
•Variation user selectable
•Course Vector
•Static Navigation
•A-B-C-D Function
Report Pages
•Depth Graph Page
•GPS Status Page
•Navigation Data Page
•3D Navigation Data Page
•Fish Finder full screen Page (*)
•Fish Finder Dual Frequency Page (*)
•Fish Finder Zoom Page (*)
•Chart - Fish Finder Page (*)
•Wind Data Page
•About Page
Special Functions
•C-Link, C-Weather Service and C-Staff
•AIS (Automatic Identification System)
•DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
•MOBILARM System
•Fish Finder capability(*)
•Radar functions display if connected to Radar scanner
•Automatic Info
•Find (Nearest Service, Tide Stations, Wrecks, Obstructions, Port By Name, Port
By Distance, Lakes By Name, Lakes Information, POIs)
•Navigation to Destination
•Speed Unit (Mph, Kts, Kph)
•Distance Unit (Km, Nm, Sm)

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•Depth Unit (Ft, FM, Mt)
•Altitude Unit (Ft, FL, Mt)
•Temperature Unit (°C, °F)
•Alarms Handling
Arrival Alarm, XTE Alarm, Anchor Alarm, Depth Alarm, Grounding Alarm,
External Alarm
•MOB Function
•Simulation
Speed, Heading, Date, Time, Cursor Control, Activate Simulation
Auxiliary Memory
•User C-CARD 1/2/4 MB
Interface
•3 I/O ports FOR P ANORAMIC 8 XL & C OMPACT 8 XL
•5 I/O ports FOR P ANORAMIC 8 HD/HD F ISH & C OMPACT 8 HD/HD F ISH
Note* ONLY FOR PANORAMIC 8 XL/HD & COMPACT 8 XL/HD
If connected to Fish Finder Black Box.
1.2.1.2 Physical Characteristics FOR PANORAMIC 8 XL/HD & COMPACT 8 XL/HD
Chart Plotter size (inch/mm)
•9.5" x 5.9" x 7.3" (241 mm x 151 mm x 87.5 mm) F OR C OMPACT 8 XL/HD
•9.5" x 5.9" x 2.64" (241 mm x 151 mm x 67 mm) F OR P ANORAMIC 8 XL/HD
Chart Plotter weight
•1,1 Kg
Display
•Sun Light Viewable (active area 7")
•Resolution 480 x 234 pixels FOR P ANORAMIC 8 XL & C OMPACT 8 XL
•Resolution 800 x480 pixels FOR P ANORAMIC 8 HD & C OMPACT 8 HD
Video Input FOR P ANORAMIC 8 HD & C OMPACT 8 HD
•PAL or NTSC video signals automatically selected
Power consumption
•700mA max @ 12V FOR P ANORAMIC 8 XL & C OMPACT 8 XL
•900mA max @ 12V FOR P ANORAMIC 8 HD & C OMPACT 8 HD
Power supply
•10 - 35 Volt dc, 8.5 Watt max FOR P ANORAMIC 8 XL & C OMPACT 8 XL
•10 - 35 Volt dc, 11 Watt max FOR P ANORAMIC 8 HD & C OMPACT 8 HD
Operating Temperature Range
•from 0°C to 55°C (from 32°F to 131°F)
Memory
•Non volatile

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Keyboard
•Backlighted, silicon rubber
1.2.1.3Physical Characteristics FOR PANORAMIC 8 HD FISH & COMPACT 8 HD FISH
Chart Plotter size (inch/mm)
•9.5" x 5.9" x 4.6" (241 mm x 151 mm x 116.5 mm)
Chart Plotter weight
•1310 gr F OR C OMPACT 8 HD F ISH
•1260 gr F OR P ANORAMIC 8 HD F ISH
Display
•Sun Light Viewable (active area 7")
•Resolution 800 x480 pixels
Video Input
•PAL or NTSC video signals automatically selected
Power consumption
•12W average; 27W max peak
Power supply
•10 - 35 Volt dc
Operating Temperature Range
•from 0°C to 55°C (from 32°F to 131°F)
Memory
•Non volatile
Keyboard
•Backlighted, silicon rubber
FF Module 600W-50-200KHz Technical Specifications
•Power Output : 600W (4800Wpp), 50/200KHz Dual Frequency
•Max Depth : 213m (700Ft) at 200kHz, 457m(1500Ft) at 50kHz
•Automatic Recognition of the AIRMAR "X-DUCER ID" transducers for best
performance
•Advanced Digital Signal Processing
•Speed & Temperature Sensor (if available on transducer)
•Alarms (shallow water, depth, Fish, temp)
•Trip Log, Fish Symbols
•STC, Interference Rejection, Automatic noise reduction
•A-Scope, White Line, Zoom x2/x4
•Auto range/gain/frequency/shift/ping rate

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1.3 BASICS
The chart plotter is controlled by using 13 keys. There is also a cursor key to
move a cursor across the screen. As you press a key, a single audio beep confirms the
key action; every time the key pressed is not valid, three rapid beeps sound indicates
that no response is available.
Fig. 1.3 - Example of Panoramic/Compact 8 HD chart plotter

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Before You Begin
This chapter provides basic information to get you start using the chart plotter;
it will help you to become familiar with the chart display and the functions of the
controls before you start using the chart plotter.
2.1 THE KEYBOARD
The 'CONTRAST'/'BACKLIGHT'/'POWER' key
Press and hold for 1 second 'POWER' to turn the chart plotter On. Press
and hold 'POWER' down (once the chart plotter has been turned On) for 3 seconds
turns the chart plotter Off.
Press and immediately release 'POWER' to adjust the backlight and the con-
trast of the display.
The key
Press 'MENU' to select the Functions Menu.
The key
Place the cursor and press 'GO-TO' to set Target.
The key
Press '<PAGE>' to select the configuration you wish.
The key
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Nota
Ifthe "Selectable Nav3D" item in the Navigation menu (seePar. 5.3) isset, by pressing '<MODE>'
it is possible to select the following modes: Charting, Navigation (Home), Navigation (Home) in 3D,
Charting in 3D. Any time the key is pressed, a message describing the newly selected mode is shown
on the center of the screen for about 2 seconds. Also it is possible to select the 3D mode, or Perspective
View, from menu, see Par. 3.5.1.1.
The key
Press 'MOB' to set MOB (Man OverBoard). When MOB is activated, press
'MOB' to delete it.
The key
Press 'CLEAR' to exit from menu or to leave a menu without making changes.
In Basic Mode deletes the A, B, C, D points, the User Point (Mark, Event, Way-
point), the MOB, the Target identified by the cursor.
The key
Press 'ENTER' to select the desired option, to confirm selection; in Basic
Mode places A, B, C, D points on the cursor coordinates, in Advanced Mode creates
Objects (Mark, Event, Waypoint, A-B-C-D).
The cursor key
The cursor key moves the cursor about on the display screen, quickly and
accurately. It also scrolls the desired option in the menu page(s). If in Navigate (Home)
mode, it allows to exit from Navigate mode.
The and keys
Press 'ZOOM IN' shows more details of a smaller area, by changing the
chart scale and zooming in on your display. Press 'ZOOM OUT' to operate simi-
larly to the 'ZOOM IN', except in reverse, changing the scale and showing a wider,
otherwise less detailed view.
The key
Press 'RADAR' to select the Radar pages (*).