Simrad CS66 User manual

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Operator Manual
Simrad CS66
Chart System
English

About this document
Rev Date Written by Checked by Approved by
110504
A First issue.
100205
B Updated to include CS66 8-channels system used as ECDIS back-up.
Applies to software version 1.2.xx.
301105
C New software release (1.3.xx.), including changes to Chart Presentation
dialog, new commands in Navigation menu and updated procedure for
starting a route.
060106
CB CD ROM replaced with DVD in MC50 computer, new backup recovery
procedure.
050906
D New software release (2.1.xx.) implementing the IMO S-52 requirements
(C-MAP SDK 3.6). Minor changes to MMI.
201107
DB New speaker, causing update to illustrations and spare parts listing.
201107
E New software release (2.2.xx.) adapted to new 19” ECDIS monitors.
Spare parts listing updated
160909 NG JGV THE
F New software release (3.1.xx.) implementing new presentation library 3.4.
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This manual is a reference guide for operating the Simrad CS66
Chart System.
This manual assumes that the user is familiar with the
foundations of navigation. In addition, the user should have
basic knowledge of the Windows user interface, such as
operation of pull down menus and dialog boxes.
In this manual, names of dialog boxes, menu commands and
menu keys are written in boldface (e.g. Navigation menu Edit
command, OK key). References to keys on the keyboard and on
the optional operator panels are written in boldface, but in a
different text style (e.g. F9 key).
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is
emphasized as follows:
Note Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some
important information.
Caution Used for warning the reader that a risk of damage to the
equipment exists if care is not exercised.
WARNING Used when it is necessary to warn personnel
that a risk of injury or death exists if care is
not exercised.
The CS system includes the complete CS66 Operator manual in
pdf format. The manual is displayed by tapping Help followed
by the Operator Manual… command.
If a printer is connected to the CS system, it is possible to print
part of or the complete manual.

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Sections
This manual is divided in the following sections:
1System description
An overview of the CS66 system and its components.
2System start-up and shut-down
Procedure for starting and stopping the CS66 chart system.
3User interface
An overview of operator units and the user interface.
4Getting ready to use the system
Common procedures that have to be performed before the system is ready to use.
5Setting up the display
Standard and optional display presentations that could set for the system.
6Tools for safe navigation
Parameters and procedures used for increasing safety to navigation.
7Working with routes
Methods and parameter settings used when planning a route.
8Navigating with the CS66
Procedures for operation and for sailing along a pre-planned route.
9Managing the chart database
Description of how the chart database is automatically and manually updated.
10 Maintenance
Simple maintenance procedures that should be performed by the system operator.
11 System messages
A description of how system messages and indications are displayed, the different types
of messages available, together with an alphabetic list of all system messages.
12 Fault finding
Symptoms and suggested corrective actions for the MC50 computer.
13 Terms and abbreviations
14 Index

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Contents
1SYSTEM DESCRIPTION......................................................1
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................2
1.2 System components........................................................................................2
1.3 The software ...................................................................................................6
1.4 The chart database..........................................................................................6
2SYSTEM START-UP AND SHUT DOWN................................7
2.1 Start-up ...........................................................................................................8
2.2 Turning the CS66 system OFF.......................................................................8
3USER INTERFACE ..............................................................9
3.1 Operator panels.............................................................................................10
3.2 Display organization.....................................................................................18
3.3 Chart symbols...............................................................................................24
3.4 On-Screen keyboard.....................................................................................25
3.5 The logbook..................................................................................................26
4GETTING READY TO USE THE SYSTEM.............................29
4.1 Installing a chart database ............................................................................30
4.2 Setting up primary and secondary reference systems...................................36
4.3 Defining the quality limits for the GPS signal .............................................40
5SETTING UP THE DISPLAY ..............................................41
5.1 Display palettes.............................................................................................42
5.2 Chart layout on the display...........................................................................43
5.3 Information
windows....................................................................................47
5.4 Selecting the chart scale ...............................................................................51
5.5 Positioning the chart on the screen...............................................................52
5.6 Displaying vectors and trails ........................................................................53
5.7 Head up display............................................................................................56
6TOOLS FOR SAFE NAVIGATION .......................................57
6.1 Man Over Board...........................................................................................58
6.2 Danger alarm settings...................................................................................58
6.3 Displaying information about danger objects...............................................60
6.4 Other vessels’ movement..............................................................................61
6.5 Tracking a vessel’s motion...........................................................................64
6.6 Setting a fixed mark at vessel position.........................................................67
6.7 Variable range marker..................................................................................68

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6.8 Fixed range markers .....................................................................................69
6.9 Manually calculating vessel position............................................................70
6.10 Tidal predictions...........................................................................................72
7WORKING WITH ROUTES................................................75
7.1 General..........................................................................................................76
7.2 The Route Editor window.............................................................................76
7.3 Route symbols ..............................................................................................78
7.4 Route parameters..........................................................................................79
7.5 Creating a new route.....................................................................................81
7.6 Displaying routes..........................................................................................87
7.7 Modifying routes ..........................................................................................88
7.8 Copying a route ............................................................................................90
7.9 Printing a route .............................................................................................91
7.10 Deleting a route ............................................................................................91
7.11 Exporting routes ...........................................................................................91
7.12 Importing routes ...........................................................................................92
8NAVIGATING WITH THE CS66.........................................93
8.1 General..........................................................................................................94
8.2 Creating and sailing along a quick route......................................................94
8.3 Sailing along a predefined route...................................................................97
8.4 Calculating position and range/bearing......................................................101
8.5 Alarm messages..........................................................................................103
9MANAGING THE CHART DATABASE ...............................105
9.1 General........................................................................................................106
9.2 Official chart updates..................................................................................106
9.3 Adding Mariner objects..............................................................................108
9.4 Viewing available charts, chart legend and summary report......................113
10 MAINTENANCE..............................................................115
10.1 Maintenance philosophy.............................................................................116
10.2 Cleaning the operator panel and the computer surface...............................116
10.3 Checking the connectors.............................................................................116
10.4 Replacing the air inlet fan filter..................................................................116
10.5 Verifying the display color.........................................................................116
10.6 Preventive maintenance intervals...............................................................118
10.7 Backup and restore procedures...................................................................119

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11 SYSTEM MESSAGES .......................................................127
11.1 Main failure alarm......................................................................................128
11.2 The CS message system..............................................................................128
11.3 Testing the alarm system............................................................................129
12 FAULT FINDING ............................................................133
12.1 Fault location/identification........................................................................134
13 TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS........................................135
14 INDEX...........................................................................139
14.1 General index..............................................................................................140
14.2 Menu index.................................................................................................146

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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1SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This section provides an overview of the CS66 system and
its components.

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1.1 Introduction
The CS66 system
CS66 is a planning, monitoring and reporting system for
navigation.
CS66 displays the vessel position, speed and course in real time
in the chart, based on information received from navigational
sensors. The vessel’s symbol is displayed with actual heading,
and speed vectors may also be indicated. Chart information
critical to safe navigation defined by IMO will always appear on
the display, while other chart information may be switched off.
Based on speed and course information, the system generates
danger and grounding alarms, independent of mode of
operation.
The system includes route planning, and routes are planned
independent of the actual vessel position. The routes are
checked for dangerous position of waypoints and legs as the
route is planned. The routes are stored and may be recalled
whenever necessary. The system has no limitations to number of
waypoints in a route.
1.2 System components
A CS66 system includes the following units:
−MC50 MKII Marine computer
−FB200 Filterbox
−Chart Interface unit
−Cherry keyboard
−Logitech TrackMan® wheel
−Splitter cable for TrackMan wheel and keyboard
−Loudspeaker
−Alarm Reset unit
The basic system may be expanded with a second monitor, a
COP20/30 Operator panel, a COP10 remote operator panel, a
Radar Processor unit and with a printer.
If no COP20/30 is included in the system, an optional switch
may be installed to turn the system ON/OFF.