Simrad CX34 NavStation User manual

M A N U A L
Simrad CX34/44/54
NavStation
183-3451-102 English 05043.00
Important information and warnings!
To activate the MOB ‘MAN OVERBOARD’ function, press and hold the
[MOB] key for 2 seconds (further information on page III).
Insert or remove C-MAP cartridges ONLY through SETUP menu or when
unit is off. Do not use MAX and NT+ C-cards at the same time!
All electronic navigation equipment is subject to external factors beyond the
control of the manufacturer. Therefore such equipment must be regarded as an
aid to navigation. The prudent navigator will, for that reason, never rely on a
single source for position fixing and navigation.

About this manual
The technical data, information and illustrations contained in this publication
were to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of going to print.
We reserve the right to change specifications, equipment, installation and
maintenance instructions without notice as part of our policy of continuous
development and improvement. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronic or otherwise
without prior permission from Simrad AS. No liability can be accepted for
any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication, although every care has been
taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.
This manual combines operating information on the models listed below.
All models have the same keypad layout, but will differ according to built-in
functions in the selected model. We recommend that you familiarise yourself
with the information pertaining to the product that you have purchased prior
to installation or use. This will facilitate full understanding of the many
operating features and ensure straightworward installation - refer to the
separate Installation manual, part no. 183-3450-102.
Features CX34/44/54 CX34/44/54-D CX34/44/54-E CX34/44/54-DE
Chartplotter • • • •
DGPS - • - •
SDGPS • • • •
Radar
function •• • •
Echosounder Optional Optional • •
Radar scanner and transducer for echosounder are optional.
Display CX34 CX44-SV CX44 CX54
7” 10” 10” 15”
TFT color ATFT color TFT color TFT color
Front glass
with bonded
display
Front glass with Anti-Reflective coating

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MOB
In case someone falls overboard, press the [MOB] key and hold for 2
seconds (or activate an external MOB switch - hold for 5 seconds).
CLR
Press [CLR] to confirm and reset the alarm if activated by mistake.
Before pressing [ENT] to start MOB navigation:
• Reduce speed.
• Turn off Autopilot.
ENT
Press [ENT] to start MOB navigation with all relevant data available
for an efficient rescue operation and a precise track record of the
vessel’s movements.
Window
1Window
2
Screen layout default after activating MOB.
Window
3
Window 1: Data display will provide information of: Course, Bear-
ing and Distance to MOB position, time elapsed since the incident
occurred - first in seconds and then in minutes - if “*” is shown
instead of numbers of minutes, means that the elapsed time has
exceeded 9999 minutes. The two lines after the TIME shows the
MOB position in Lat/Long.
Window 2: The chart display will provide a graphical impression of
a man floating in the water at the MOB position together with a
course line from actual position to the incident.
Window 3: Data display will provide information of: Date, time and
position of MOB incident.
To turn MOB navigation off:
Press [GOTO], [3].
To recall the last registered MOB position, see section 8.8.

Page-IV Sections
1 Product introduction and short description of how to use this manual.
Safety warnings. How to get started, including: Dedicated function keys
and short description of common functions.
2 System description. Overview of key functions and menu layout. Initial
start-up. Turn power on/off.
3 The radar menu and its related functions are only applicable when optional
radar scanner is connected. Radar quick menu gives access to e.g. Radar-
Chart overlay and start/stop transmission.
4 Chart operation. List of info windows. GOTO menu with start of naviga-
tion modes. PLOT menu with choice of plotting and inserting waypoints,
routes, lines, etc. Starting and stopping a track trailing the ship when
sailing out and use as safe return route. Chart setup of chart and C-MAP
functions - go to Appendix C for more information on C-MAP attributes.
5 The ECHO menu and its related functions are only applicable with built-in
echosounder module and connected transducer, except section 5.11 ‘Depth
& temperature diagram’ which applies to all models in the CX34/44/54
serie.
6 Pilot menu & navigation examples describes what information is avail-
able during navigation, MOB alarm and setting anchor. Different ways of
obtaining a reliable position. Information of various positioning systems
and how accurate they are.
7 Miscellaneous menu is where you will find special features as speed dia-
gram, satellite status and DGPS + SDGPS information, etc.
8 Waypoint / route menu. Read where to find (and maybe edit) all the way-
points, routes, tracks, lines and targets stored in the internal memory and
how to make new routes from the waypoints in the waypoint list together
with ‘Data transfer’ to/from a PC-Planner, via NMEA interface or transfer
data to store on a DataCard for safekeeping.
9 Setup menu is where you set up parameters, return do default settings and
check out the interface connections, including SimNet control.
10 Check for troubleshooting, maintenance and specifications.
Installation - how to physically install boxes, cables, transducers and other
devices - see separate Installation manual.

CX34/44/54 NavStation Table of contents
About this manual.............................................................. back of front cover
MOB ‘MAN OVERBOARD’ function....................................................... III
Sections ................................................................................................. IV
Chapter 1 Introduction and safety summary
1.1 Introduction and system familiarization ...................................... 1-1
1.2 Safety summary ........................................................................... 1-2
1.3 How to get started ........................................................................ 1-3
1.3.1 Dedicated function keys............................................................... 1-4
1.3.2 Radar and radar functions............................................................ 1-6
1.3.3 Chart and chart functions..............................................................1-7
1.3.4 Echosounder / Fishfinder ............................................................1-10
Chapter 2 Fundamentals and initial start-up
2.1 Fundamentals of the display and page system ............................. 2-1
2.1.1 Example of how to exchange a page in the PAGE system ........... 2-2
2.1.2 Example of how to select a new display in a custom screen........ 2-2
2.2 Key functions ............................................................................... 2-3
2.3 Menu bar....................................................................................... 2-5
2.4 Menu layout..................................................................................2-6
2.5 Choice of symbols ........................................................................ 2-7
2.6 Naming of routes, points etc......................................................... 2-7
2.7 Initial start-up............................................................................... 2-7
2.8 Turn power on............................................................................... 2-9
2.9 Turn power off.............................................................................. 2-9
Chapter 3 Radar menu
3. Radar operation ............................................................................ 3-1
3.1 Radar picture................................................................................ 3-1
3.1.1 Orientation.................................................................................... 3-2
3.1.2 Effects of ship’s movement........................................................... 3-2
3.1.3 Environment effects ..................................................................... 3-3
3.1.4 Navigational echoes......................................................................3-4
3.1.5 Racon (Radar Beacon) .................................................................3-4
3.1.6 Sea return ..................................................................................... 3-5
3.1.7 Storm and rain squall returns....................................................... 3-5
3.1.8 Blind sectors or shadow effect ..................................................... 3-5
3.1.9 Side lobes......................................................................................3-6
3.1.10 Radar interference........................................................................3-6
3.1.11 False echoes.................................................................................. 3-7
3.2 Radar menu ..................................................................................3-8
3.2.1 Shortcut to the pages in the radar-series ...................................... 3-9
3.2.2 Initial radar display setup............................................................. 3-9

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3.2.3 Start transmission....................................................................... 3-10
3.2.4
Shut down procedure for the radar function, or back to ‘Standby’..3-10
3.2.5 Standard radar display...................................................................... 3-11
3.2.6 Radar quick menu............................................................................. 3-17
3.2.7 RadarChart overlay...........................................................................3-19
3.2.8 Dual radar display ............................................................................3-24
3.2.9 Radar & Chart display......................................................................3-25
3.2.10 General features for the radar operation ..........................................3-26
3.3 Demo mode.......................................................................................3-28
Chapter 4 Chart menu and INFO windows
4. Chart menu ................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Shortcut to the pages in the chart-series ...................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Data field on chart........................................................................ 4-2
4.1.2 Ship symbol.................................................................................. 4-3
4.1.3 Cursor function ............................................................................ 4-3
4.1.4 Range or zoom function...............................................................4-4
4.2 Dual Chart display........................................................................ 4-5
4.3 Chart split screens ........................................................................4-6
4.4 Chart quick menu ......................................................................... 4-7
4.4.1 Cursor inactive ............................................................................. 4-7
4.4.2 Cursor active but not placed on any object or data ......................4-8
4.4.3 Cursor placed on waypoint........................................................... 4-9
4.4.4 Cursor placed on route leg or line section.................................. 4-10
4.4.5 Cursor placed on routepoint or linepoint ....................................4-11
4.4.6 Cursor placed on trackpoint ....................................................... 4-12
4.4.7 Cursor placed on target .............................................................. 4-13
4.4.8 GOTO menu ............................................................................... 4-14
4.4.9 PLOT menu ................................................................................ 4-15
4.5 Chart setup ................................................................................. 4-17
4.5.1 Display modes in the chart setup ............................................... 4-18
4.5.2 Description of chart features...................................................... 4-21
Chapter 5 Echo menu
5. Echo menu.................................................................................... 5-1
5.1 Echosounder operation................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Shortcut to the pages in the echo-series....................................... 5-2
5.3 Standard echo display................................................................... 5-3
5.4 Variable range marker ..................................................................5-4
5.5 Echo quick menu .......................................................................... 5-5
5.6 Plot waypoint or event mark via PLOT menu ..............................5-6
5.7 Presentation setup......................................................................... 5-7
5.8 How the echosounder works ...................................................... 5-10
5.9 Transducer beamwidth ................................................................5-11

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5.10 Effects of the vessel’s speed ....................................................... 5-12
5.11 Depth & temperature diagram ................................................... 5-12
Chapter 6 Pilot menu & navigation examples
6. Pilot menu..................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Shortcut to the pages in the pilot-series ....................................... 6-1
6.2 Highway display and Navigation setup........................................ 6-3
6.2.1 Highway display when navigation mode is active........................6-5
6.3 Position display.............................................................................6-6
6.4 Dual speed display (trawling speed display)................................ 6-9
6.5 ETA & AVN ............................................................................... 6-10
6.6 Trim & Highway display............................................................ 6-11
6.7 Set & Drift display ..................................................................... 6-12
6.8 Pilot split screens........................................................................ 6-13
6.9 Navigation examples .................................................................. 6-14
6.9.1 Cursor navigation ....................................................................... 6-14
6.9.2 Waypoint navigation................................................................... 6-15
6.9.3 Route navigation......................................................................... 6-16
6.9.4 Track navigation ......................................................................... 6-17
6.10 Anchor guard.............................................................................. 6-19
6.11 MOB alarm and navigation ........................................................ 6-19
Chapter 7 Miscellaneous menu
7. Miscellaneous menu..................................................................... 7-1
7.1 Wind display................................................................................. 7-1
7.2 Speed diagram.............................................................................. 7-3
7.3 Decca lanes................................................................................... 7-5
7.4 Loran C......................................................................................... 7-6
7.5 Satellite status............................................................................... 7-7
7.6 DGPS information........................................................................ 7-9
7.7 SDGPS information.....................................................................7-11
7.7.1 Satellites in SDGPS system.........................................................7-13
7.8 DSC VHF alarm..........................................................................7-14
Chapter 8 Waypoint / route menu
8. Waypoint / route menu ................................................................. 8-1
8.1 Waypoints stored in the memory ................................................. 8-1
8.1.1 Delete waypoints via menu .......................................................... 8-2
8.2 Routes stored in the memory........................................................ 8-3
8.2.1 Delete route via menu...................................................................8-6
8.2.2 Make new route from WP list ......................................................8-6
8.3 Route calculation..........................................................................8-8
8.4 Lines stored in the memory.......................................................... 8-9
8.4.1 Delete lines via menu ................................................................. 8-10

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8.5 Start / stop track ..........................................................................8-11
8.6 Tracks stored in the memory...................................................... 8-12
8.6.1 Delete tracks via menu ............................................................... 8-13
8.7 Targets stored in the memory......................................................8-14
8.7.1 Delete target via menu................................................................ 8-15
8.8 MOB data ................................................................................... 8-15
8.9 Data transfer via DataCard or disc..............................................8-16
8.9.1 List of criteria for data transfer in the Action column ............... 8-19
8.10 Data transfer via DataCard to/from PC-Planner........................ 8-20
8.11 Data transfer via PC interface .................................................... 8-21
Chapter 9 Setup menu
9. Setup menu................................................................................... 9-1
9.1 Radar setup................................................................................... 9-1
9.2 C-MAP cartridges........................................................................ 9-5
9.3 Echosounder setup........................................................................9-6
9.4 Pilot / Position setup..................................................................... 9-9
9.5 Speed alarm, units & language ...................................................9-11
9.6 Interface setup ............................................................................ 9-13
9.6.1 Description of sentences............................................................. 9-23
9.7 Palette setup................................................................................ 9-25
9.8 Factory settings .......................................................................... 9-26
9.9 QuickGuide ................................................................................ 9-28
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting, Maintenance and Service
10.1 Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 10-1
10.2 Preventive maintenance.............................................................. 10-3
10.3 Repair and service...................................................................... 10-3
10.4 Specifications .............................................................................10-4
Appendix A Glossary of terms...................................................................A-1
Appendix B List of datum ..........................................................................B-1
Appendix C C-MAP attributes...................................................................C-1
Index .............................................................................. end of manual
Declarations of conformity....................................................... end of manual
International warranty .............................................................. end of manual
List of Simrad distributors........................................................ end of manual

Introduction and safety summary Chapter 1-1
1.1 Introduction and system familiarization
Congratulations on your purchase of SIMRAD CX34/44/54 NavStation - a
combination of the latest GPS and SDGPS receiver technology and optional
built-in differential receiver for accurate positioning, plus: detailed cartogra-
phy and high performance radar and optional echosounder technology; all in a
unique slim-line design with a bright 7” TFT (CX34), 10” ATFT/TFT (CX44)
or 15” TFT (CX54) color display.
The radar system with RadarChart overlay, dual EBL and VRM markers,
direct Quick-range keys, off-center mode, etc. together with Dual Radar fea-
ture ... two radar displays in one screen, one for short range and one for long
distance observations.
The electronic chart system includes a built-in world chart for rough plan-
ning and overview. The choice of chart system best suitable for the CX34/44/
54 was carefully singled out to be the C-MAP mini cards NT+ or NT MAX..
The optional C-cards are available world-wide at your local Simrad dealer.
The Global Positioning System is at this time and age the most common
system used for navigation and positioning all over the world. Not only for
maritime use, but also for land-based applications and aviation. The satel-
lite-based system has been developed and is operated by the US Department
of Defense in order to provide an accurate and reliable service, which include
a 24-hour global coverage. The GPS system consists of approx. 24 satellites
which orbit around the Earth at an altitude of approx. 20,200 km.
The satellites transmit perfectly synchronized data. However, depending on
the position, the signals will reach the receiver at a slightly different time. By
adding the measured time difference to the known position of the satellites it
is possible to calculate the ship’s position to within a few meters.
The SimNet data and control network provides high speed data transfer and
control between Simrad products that are integrated as a total navigation,
steering and communication system on board.
The optional echosounder system with selectable frequencies will provide an
impression of Bottom expansion, VRM expansion, Shift, A-scope and White
line.
DS34/44/54-CX Dual Station for the CX34/44/54 is available with a bright
7” TFT, 10” ATFT/TFT or 15” TFT color display. The main unit and the dual
station are identical in design and operation.
How to use this manual? It is a good idea to make yourself familiar with
the key functions, menu structure and rotation of pages (screens) described in
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chapter 2 before you start out, and then proceed with section 2.7 Initial start-
up. For quick location of a certain term, please check the “Glossary of terms”
and the “Index” at the back of the manual. Also, “How to get started” further
on in this chapter will give you a quick introduction to some of the many fea-
tures you have access to.
The display examples shown in this manual are not always an exact copy of
what you will see on the screen, as the presentation depends on your system
configuration and choices of setup. How to interpret special marked key sym-
bols etc. in the manual:
+/-
Either the + (plus) or - (minus) key may be applied.
Emphasizes important points.
1,3
Indicates that you should press the keys [1] and [3] to obtain what is
written in italic next to the key.
1.2 Safety summary
Precaution: Do not open the equipment, only qualified persons should work
inside the equipment. If the glass in the screen breaks, be carefull not to get
cut on the sharp edges of the glass pieces.
The lifetime of the internal battery is minimum 5 years. If not exchanged
before it goes flat, all data in the unit’s memory will be lost. We strongly
recommend that you frequently store your data on a Simrad DataCard. For
exchange of battery, call your local Simrad workshop.
Power source, fuse and power cable: Check that the DC power supplied to
the unit is within the range of 10 to 32 volts. Note that the appropriate fuse
must be employed (see the fuse rating in section 10.4 Specifications). Ensure
that the power cord is firmly attached.
Grounding: To reduce electrical interference and risk of electrical shock,
properly ground the unit to the ship’s ground using the ground screw at the
rear of the unit. Good grounding should also be exercised for connected equip-
ment, refer to separate Installation manual.
Cleaning:
Do not use any kind of strong solvents e.g. spirit, alcohol, gasoline or oils.
Software: The software version of the main unit (see start-up display) should
always be informed in a service situation, or when ordering a Dual Station.
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Interface has not been set up!
To start automatic input
source setup, make sure that
all connected products are
turned ON, and press ENT.
Start
ENT
∆
∆
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1.3 How to get started
When starting up for the very first time, the first time after loading
a new software or after a master reset: Make sure that all hardware
installation and electrical connections are completed in accordance
to the installation instructions.
PWR
Press and hold the [PWR] key until you have a picture on the screen
The system will perform a software update and check for com-
munication activity. When finished, a new start-up window will be
presented on the screen:
After making sure that all connected products are turned ON:
ENT
Press [ENT] to start automatic input source setup, - if a new product
is connected later on, refer to section 9.6 Interface setup.
New window: Automatic input source setup listing Data type, Group
and Source of connected units.
ENT
Press [ENT] to continue
PAGE
Press [PAGE] to scroll through a quick guide which informs of the
use of the keys and where you can enter owner’s setup, etc.
- the quick guide is also accessible via [MENU], [7], [5].
ENT
Press [ENT] when ready to assume normal operation
- go to [MENU], [7], [2] if you wish to make adjustments to the
interface setup.
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Heading is only available if a compass was detected at start-up.
Your present position will automatically be updated within a few min-
utes. When ready, the ship symbol on the chart will flash, the position
coordinates will stop flashing, and the *** will be replaced by actual
course and speed figures.
1.3.1 Dedicated function keys
RADAR
Short press will toggle overlay on/off:
The toggle function will require:
1. Valid position.
2. Valid heading from compass
3. Orientation set to NU
- refer to section 3.2.7.
Radar display RadarChart overlay
RADAR
Long press will toggle between:
Radar display Dual Radar Radar & Chart Custom screen
CHART
Short press will toggle between:
Chart + data field at the right side or top, or optional echo data.
CHART
Long press will toggle between:
Chart display Dual Chart Custom screen1 Custom screen2
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With built-in Echosounder:
ECHO
Long press will toggle between:
Echo + A-scope Dual frequencies Custom screen1 Custom screen2
(CX44/54)
Without built-in Echosounder:
ECHO
Long press will toggle between:
Depth & temp.diagram Custom screen
PILOT
Short press will toggle between:
Highway Position Dual Speed Set & Drift
When navigation mode is active,
these two displays will be included:
ETA & AVN Trim & Highway
PILOT
Long press will toggle between:
Highway Custom screen1 Custom screen2
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PAGE
Short press will toggle between active pages under the main function
keys. Long press will start automatic rotation of these pages (see sec-
tion 2.1). Press any key to stop rotation.
1.3.2 Radar and radar functions
RADAR
Press the [RADAR] key to call up a radar display. Press again to
toggle between the radar shortcut series
- see display examples in section 1.3.1.
To start the radar
1. Press [ENT], [RADAR] to initiate a warming up period of two minutes
(countdown of 120 seconds), and then the radar will go in Standby mode.
2. Press [ENT], [GOTO] to start transmission.
Select and adjust radar range
Press one of the numeric keys 1 - 9 to select a fixed range. Key 9will select
the largest range and key 1the smallest.
ENT
Press [ENT] to call up the Radar quick menu with access to e.g.
Overlay Chart, Overlay User Data, activate EBL-VRM cursors, start
and stop radar transmission, etc.
EBL
Toggle the EBL-VRM1 cursors on/off directly from the [EBL] key.
CLR
Turn off cursor. Long press on [CLR] will turn off all cursors on the
radar screen.
ADJ
The [ADJ] key will open for adjustment of the radar parameters.
Use the cursor or the [ADJ] key to move around in the control panel;
toggle between available values with the +/- keys or enter new values
with the numeric keys. Press [ENT] to exit control panel.
In the Dual Radar display: after pressing the [ADJ] key to access the
control panel, only half of the parameters will be visible. By pressing
[ADJ] again will toggle between the 1st and 2nd half of the control
panel.
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1.3.3 Chart and chart functions
CHART
Press the [CHART] key to call up a chart display. Press again to
toggle between the chart shortcut series
- see chart examples in section 1.3.1.
C-MAP cartridges (standby)
Press [MENU], [7], [CHART] whenever inserting or removing a C-MAP card.
Select and adjust chart range/scale
Press one of the numeric keys 1 - 9 to select a fixed range (and chart level).
Key 9will select the largest range and key 1the smallest. Use the +/- keys to
adjust range in smaller steps.
Chart cursor and info windows
Press the cursor key to activate the cross hair cursor on the chart. Place the
cursor on a C-MAP object e.g. a buoy or light to call up a small data window
with details on the object. The data window will stay on screen for about 10
seconds or till cursor is moved. Press [ENT], [2] to access further details on
C-MAP objects or user data i.e. waypoints, routes, etc.
Press [ENT], [5] to lock cursors in Dual Chart screen and [ENT], [5] to
release cursors again. Press [CLR] to switch off cursor function. The ship
symbol will now automatically ‘home’ and stay on screen.
Find nearest tide station or port services
1. Press [ENT], [3]
2. Move cursor up/down to select e.g. the Port/Marina symbol
3. Locate alternative port with the +/- keys, and press [ENT]
4. Press [ENT], [2] for more details on the facilities at the selected port.
Navigate to cursor (point and go)
1. Move the cursor to where you wish to go (first point)
2. Press [GOTO], [1] to start navigation.
3. You can now move the cursor to the next point and when ready to change
leg, just press [GOTO], [2].
How to plot or insert waypoints and marks
• With cursor OFF (press [CLR])
Press [PLOT] and choose from:
[PLOT] Plot ship’s position as mark.
[1] Insert ship’s position. You can change the lat/lon figures, the symbol
and the symbol’s size and color.
[3] Insert specific waypoint. Suggested name, symbol, etc. can be altered.
[6] Plot ship’s position as target.
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• With cursor activated on the chart you also have access to:
[2] Plot waypoint - cursor position.
[6] Plot cursor position as target.
How to make a route on the chart
1. Place the cursor on the position for the first routepoint.
2. Press [PLOT], [4]: Make route.
3. Move cursor to next destination and press [PLOT] - (repeat).
4. Press [ENT] when ready to save the route. You can enter a new name for the
route, change type and color for the course line.
5. Press [ENT] to accept and save the route.
How to make a route from existing waypoints stored in the WP list
1. Press [MENU], [6], [2] to call up the route list.
2. Press [CLR] Make new route from WP list.
3. Move cursor up/down to select the WP position for the first routepoint, and
press [PLOT].
4. Repeat point 3 to add new WP positions to the route (the last routepoint in
the right column is always empty, allowing that a new final routepoint can
be added later on).
5. When the route is completed, press [ENT] to accept and go to Edit route.
6. In the Edit route display, you can give the route a new name, change type
and color for the course line, etc.
7. Press [ENT] to accept changes and save the route.
8. Press [MENU] to go to the route list, which will provide an overall view of
the number of routes stored in the memory.
How to edit a route - rubberbanding
• To move a point on the chart:
1. Place cursor on the point you wish to move.
2. Press [ENT], [1], [2].
3. Move cursor to new location.
4. Press [ENT] to complete.
• To insert a new point on the chart:
1. Place cursor on the leg where the new point is to be inserted.
2. Press [ENT], [1], [2].
3. Move cursor to where the new routepoint is to be placed.
4. Press [ENT] to complete.
How to start waypoint navigation (two ways)
• Place cursor on the symbol of the WP you wish to go to:
1. Press [GOTO], [2].
2. Press [ENT] to start navigation.
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• Without placing cursor on the symbol of the WP you wish to go to:
1. Press [GOTO], [2].
2. Use the +/- keys to select the WP you wish to go to.
3. Press [ENT] to start navigation.
How to start route navigation (two ways)
• Place cursor on the routepoint you wish to go to first:
1. Press [GOTO], [3].
2. Select direction in route: Forward or Reverse.
3. Press [ENT] to start navigation.
• Without placing cursor on the routepoint you wish to go to first:
1. Press [GOTO], [3].
2. Use the +/- keys to select the name of the route.
3. Use the cursor to go to routepoint number, and select which one you wish to
go to first by means of the +/- keys.
4. Select direction in route: Forward or Reverse.
5. Press [ENT] to start navigation.
Advance or stop navigation
• Press [GOTO], [1] to advance to next point in the route.
• Press [GOTO], [3] to stop navigation.
Start and stop track
1. Press [PLOT], [7] to call up ‘Start track’ window.
2. Before tracking is started, you can give the track a new name, make
changes to track interval, track line type and color.
3. Press [ENT] to start track.
4. When you wish to stop tracking, press [PLOT], [8], [ENT].
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1.3.4 Echosounder / Fishfinder (with built-in module)
ECHO
Press the [ECHO] key to call up an echosounder display. Press
again to toggle between the echo shortcut series
- see display examples in section 1.3.1.
Select and adjust echosounder range
Press one of the numeric keys 1 - 9 to select a fixed range. Key 9will select
the largest range and key 1the smallest. Use the +/- keys to adjust range in
smaller steps. Key 0 will select Auto Range.
A-scope - Press [ENT], [2] to toggle A-scope on/off. The strength of the
actual echo is indicated by both width and color intensity.
Change frequency - Press [ENT], [1] to toggle between e.g. 50 and 200 kHz.
Gain - Adjust gain with cursor left/right to just below the point where you
begin to see speckles of ‘noise’ on the screen.
Bottom lock display* - Press [ENT], [4] Bottom lock is a combination of
standard echo display and extended area around the bottom.
Zoom display* - Press [ENT], [5] The expansion is a combination of stand-
ard echo display and extended area around the VRM - Variable Range Marker.
Shift display* - Press [ENT], [6] when operating in deep waters.
Select the range for an expansion window. The expansion window can auto-
matically follow a changing bottom or be set manually by the +/- keys.
*Return to standard echosounder display by pressing [ENT], [3].
Presentation setup - Press [ADJ] from echo display to access the setup dis-
play for either 38 (CX44/54), 50 or 200 kHz. Press [ENT] to confirm changes,
or leave the setup without having made any changes by pressing [MENU].
Echosounder setup - Press [MENU], [7], [ECHO] when you need to make
any general settings, selecting a transducer or selecting demo mode etc.
Transmit power off - Press [ENT], [ECHO] to stop transmission in order to
observe noise picked up by the transducer or to reduce power consumption.
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Fundamentals & initial start-up Chapter 2-1
2.1 Fundamentals of the display and page system
The CX34/44/54 NavStation has a multi-function screen and data
presentation system with full screen and different types of split
screens. The series of pages under the function keys (situated in a
vertical row to the right of the display) will in most situations be suf-
ficient information for the operator.
In split screens consisting of up to four displays, the active display
is indicated by a solid red frame. Use the [WIN] key to clockwise
toggle between which display on the screen is active. Only active
displays are operable.
The [PAGE] key differs from the other function keys. There are four
pages under the [PAGE] key which can be set up to the presentation
you prefer by exchanging an existing display in the PAGE system
with a new one selected from a function key or via the menu - see
next page. Single press on the [PAGE] key will toggle between the
active pages under the function keys e.g.:
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Long press on the [PAGE] key will start
a rotation of the four pages in intervals of
5 seconds (increase/decrease the time in
[MENU], [7], [1]). Press any key to stop
rotation.
2.1.1 Example of how to exchange a page in the PAGE system
The four pages in the PAGE system are collected from the RADAR,
CHART, ECHO and PILOT menus in the sequence of which the
function keys appear on the keypad ie. the first page is from the
RADAR function, the second page is from the CHART function, the
third page is from the ECHO function, and the fourth page is from
the PILOT function. This sequence can not be changed, only the
choice of display collected from each function can be changed e.g.:
PAGE
Press the [PAGE] key until the full screen Chart display appears
MENU
Call up the menu bar, and...
2,2
collect the Dual Chart display
- or you can toggle between the available displays in the CHART
function by pressing (long press) the [CHART] key repeatedly.
The same applies for the other three pages in the PAGE system ie.
press the [PAGE] key until a display from the RADAR, ECHO or
PILOT function appears and then collect a new display from the
appropriate menu.
The display sequence under the function keys is the same as the
display sequence in the matching menu.
2.1.2 Example of how to select a new display in a custom screen
In custom screens with multiple window combinations, all dis-
plays, which are not main function displays, are exchangeable. It is
also possible to change the right half of the screen from half screen
window to two quarter windows and vice versa. Example:
MENU
Call up the menu bar, and...
Highlight a function e.g. Route calculation in the WP/RTE menu.
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