Simrad CR40 MKII User manual

Simrad
CR40/42/50 MKII
DGPS ChartRadar
183.0600.202 English
01154.05
Note!
Insert or remove C-MAP cartridges ONLY through CHART menu or when unit is off.
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.

MOB ‘MAN OVERBOARD’ function
MOB In case someone falls overboard, press the [MOB] key and hold
for two seconds (or activate an external MOB switch), and the system
will provide all relevant data for an efficient rescue operation.
Press [CLR] to confirm and reset the alarm.
Display 1
Display 3
Display 2
Screen layout default after activating
MOB.
Display 1: The MOB display will provide the position where the man
fell overboard, together with present course (C), bearing (B), and
distance (DIST) to the MOB position.
Elapsed time - first in seconds and then in minutes. If “*” is shown
instead of number of minutes, means that the elapsed time has
exceeded 9999 minutes.
Display 2: The position display will provide present position, course,
speed, and time.
Display 3: The CHART display will provide a graphical impression of
the MOB position – a man waving his arms in relation to the ship.
MENU Call up the menu bar, and…
4,2 Press [4], and [2], to turn the MOB function off
MENU Call up the menu bar, and…
2,6 Press [2], and [6], to re-call the last MOB position

CR40/42/50 MKII DGPS ChartRadar Table of contents
1. Introduction and system
familiarization
1.1 Introduction and system
familiarization, 5
1.2 Safety summary, 6
2. Fundamentals & initial start-up
2.1 Fundamentals of the PAGE and
WINdow system, 7
2.2 Key functions, 10
2.3 Menu bar, 12
2.4 Menu layout, 13
2.5 Choice of symbols, 14
2.6 Naming of routes, points, etc., 15
2.7 Initial start-up, 15
2.8 Turn power off, 16
3. Chart menus and
INFO windows
3.1 Chart menu, 17
3.1.1 Charts, 17
3.2 C-MAP cartridges, 20
3.3 INFO windows, 22
3.3.1 Cursor inactive, 22
3.3.2 Cursor not placed on object
or user data, 23
3.3.3 Cursor placed on waypoint, 24
3.3.4 Cursor placed on route leg
or line leg, 25
3.3.5 Cursor placed on routepoint
or linepoint, 26
3.3.6 Cursor placed on trackpoint, 27
3.3.7 Cursor placed on target, 28
3.3.8 GOTO function, 29
3.3.9 PLOT function, 30
3.4 Chart setup, 32
4. Position menus
4.1 Position display, 35
4.2 Set & drift, 39
4.3 Speed diagram, 40
4.4 Dual speed display, 41
4.5 Wind display, 42
4.6 MOB position, 44
4.7 Satellite status, 45
4.8 DGPS setup, 47
4.9 DSC alarm, 49
5. Waypoint / route menus
5.1 WP list, 51
5.1.1 Delete waypoints via menu, 52
5.2 Routes stored in the memory, 52
5.2.1 Delete route via menu, 54
5.3 Route calculation, 55
5.4 Lines stored in the memory, 56
5.4.1 Delete lines via menu, 57
5.5 Start / stop track, 58
5.6 Tracks stored in the memory, 59
5.6.1 Delete tracks via menu, 60
5.7 Targets stored in the memory, 60
5.7.1 Delete target via menu, 61
5.8 Data transfer via DataCard
or disc, 62
6. Navigation menus
6.1 NAV menu (NAV inactive), 65
6.1.1 - Navigation display, 65
6.2 NAV menu – (NAV active), 67
6.2.1 - Navigation display, 68
6.2.2 - Navigation setup, 69
6.2.3 – Turn NAV off, 69
6.2.4 – ETA & AVN, 69
6.2.5 – Set & drift trim display, 71
6.2.6 – Waypoint advance, 71
6.3 Anchor guard, 72
6.4 MOB navigation, 73
6.5 Navigation examples, 73
6.5.1 Chart/cursor navigation, 74
6.5.2 Waypoint navigation, 75
6.5.3 Route navigation, 76
6.5.4 Track navigation, 78

CR40/42/50 MKII DGPS ChartRadar Table of contents
7. RADAR operation
7.1 Radar map, 81
7.1.1 Map orientation, 82
7.1.2 Environmental effects, 82
7.1.3 Effects of ship´s movement, 83
7.1.4 Navigational echoes, 84
7.1.5 Sea return, 84
7.1.6 Storm and rain squall returns, 85
7.1.7 Blind sectors or shadow effect, 85
7.1.8 Side lobes, 86
7.1.9 Radar interference, 86
7.1.10 False echoes, 86
7.2 Starting operation, 88
7.2.1 Radar menus, 88
7.2.2 Initial radar display setup, 89
7.2.3 Start transmission, 93
7.2.4 Shut down procedure for the
radar function, or back to
standby, 93
7.2.5 Standard radar display, 94
7.2.6 Dual radar display, 98
7.2.7 Split-screen operation, 99
7.2.8 General features for the radar
operation, 102
8. ECHO and SPECIAL menus
8. Echo menu, 105
8.1 Depth & temperature diagram, 105
8.2 Special menu, 107
8.2.1 Speed alarm, units & language, 107
8.2.2 Interface setup, NMEA, 109
8.2.3 Interface setup, alarm/log, 113
8.2.4 Decca lanes, 114
8.2.5 Loran C, 115
8.2.6 Display color, 116
8.2.7 Factory settings, 117
9. Installation and service
9. Installation notes, 119
9.1 Installation of CR40/42, 121
9.2 Installation of CR50, 123
9.3 Place of installation of
display unit, 125
9.4 Installation of RS4050, 125
9.5 Installation of DS40/42/50, 126
9.5.1 Operation of DS40/42/50, 127
9.6 Installation of antenna, 128
9.7 Electrical connections, 129
9.7.1 Power supply connections, 130
9.7.2 Fuse, 129
9.7.3 NMEA0183 interface conn., 131
9.8 Optional connections, 131
9.9 Installation of scanner unit, 133
9.9.1 Shifting away from obstacles, 134
9.9.2 Mounting of scanner, 135
9.9.3 Connecting cables, 139
9.9.4 Connector´s pin numbers
and wire colors, 145
9.9.5 Grounding wire, 147
9.9.6 Adjustment, 148
9.10 Preventive maintenance, 148
9.11 Repair and service, 148
9.12 Troubleshooting, 149
9.13 Specifications, 150
Appendix A
Glossary of terms, 153
Appendix B
List of datums, 161
Appendix C
C-MAP attributes, 163
Index, 169
CE Declaration, 175
International warranty, 177
List of Simrad distributors

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1.1 Introduction and system familiarization
Congratulations on your purchase of SIMRAD CR40/42/50 MKII DGPS
ChartRadar - a combination of the latest GPS receiver technology and built-in
differential receiver for accurate positioning and prepared for SDGPS, plus:
detailed cartography and high performance radar; all in a unique slim-line design
with a 10” TFT (CR40), a 10” ATFT (CR42), or 14” TFT (CR50) large LCD
display in color.
The CR40/42/50 MKII chart system includes a built-in world chart for rough
planning and overview. The choice of chart system best suitable for the
CR40/42/50 MKII was carefully singled out to be the C-MAP NT mini cards.
The optional C-MAP charts are available world-wide at your local Simrad dealer.
The radar system with dual EBL and VRM markers, direct Quick-range keys,
off-center mode, etc. together with Dual Radar feature … two radar displays in
one screen, one for short range and one for long distance observations.
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 satellite-
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.
DS40/42/50 Dual Station - remote control unit for the CR40/42/50 is available
in 10” black & white or TFT/ATFT color, or in 14” TFT color.
How to use this manual? The manual is written for the products:
CR40, CR42 and CR50, which all share the same type of software.
From hereon, these models are referred to as: CRXX.
It is a good idea if you make yourself familiar with the key functions, menu
structure and rotation of pages (screens) described in chapter 2 before you start
out, and then proceed with section 2.7 Initial start-up.

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For quick location of a certain term, please check the ”Glossary of terms”and the
”Index”at the back of the manual.
How to interpret special marked key symbols, etc. in the manual:
+/- Either the + (plus) or –(minus) key may be applied.
0-9 Alpha-numeric keys for insertion of figures.
A-Z Alpha-numeric keys for insertion of letters.
)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 keys.
1.2 Safety summary
Precaution The operating unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight, as
“boiling”the display may cause too high temperatures internally and subse-
quently damage parts of the unit beyond repair.
Quality service personnel The CRXX is sealed and does not contain any user
serviceable parts. Opening of the unit will void its warranty. Touching electrical
parts inside may cause bodily harm or death. If the unit is not working properly,
please check section 9.12 Troubleshooting. If your CRXX requires servicing or
repair, call your authorized SIMRAD dealer.
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 9.13 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 on the back
of the unit. Good grounding should be exercised for connected equipment, refer
to the installation & service section.

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2.1 Fundamentals of the PAGE and WINdow system
The CRXX DGPS ChartRadar has a multi-function screen data
presentation system. You can choose to have a full screen, or a screen
divided into e.g. a chart display and two data/chart displays, etc.
The display which is currently activated is indicated by a highlighted
frame around the active window. There are five screen combinations to
choose from:
12
WINdow 0
43
56
1. Full (1/1) screen. 2. Four ¼ displays. 3. Two ½ displays.
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4
65
3
4. & 5. Combination displays of one ½ and two ¼ displays shown
together in the same screen.
)Not all displays are available in any size window.

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As many as 4 screen combinations or full
screens can be saved in 4 pages (layers).
Press the [PAGE] key to toggle between the 4
pages, or hold the [PAGE] key depressed for
two seconds to start a rotation of the 4 pages.
Press [PAGE] again to return to manual
operation.
To mix and match the various chart and data displays you wish to have
in the PAGE and WINdows presentation, you will first need to know
what is pre-set from the factory:
PAGE Scroll through the four pre-set pages to see if you wish to exchange
any of the displays with a different one.
Example of how to edit a pre-set page:
window
5
window
2
window
3
We pretend that in this page, window 2 contains the
navigation display (highway), window 3 a chart
display in a large scale for overview, and window 5
a chart display in a smaller scale to enlarge a
certain area.
You now wish to insert the Position display in window 3 instead of the
chart display. This is the procedure:
WIN Press the [WIN] key until the frame around window 3 is highlighted
MENU Call up the menu bar, and…
2,1 then call up the POS menu and select “Position”
- you will now have the Position display in window 3 instead of the
chart display.
Example of how to edit a full screen to four ¼ displays:
We pretend that you are looking at a full screen which you wish to
divide into four ¼displays. This is the procedure:
MENU First call up the menu bar, and…
2then call up the POS menu - see example next page.

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POSITION
WIN
_2_
POS
_1_Position
_2_Set & drift
_3_Speed diagram, etc. …
What you do now will determine which
WINdow the display you are about to
select will appear in.
Press the [WIN] key repeatedly to scroll
through the window system.
WIN Press the [WIN] key once to select WINdow 1
-which is the left top quarter of the screen.
1Select the Position display
- you will now have the position display presented in window 1.
The rest of the windows in this page i.e. window 2, 3 and 4 will contain
the displays which were pre-set from the factory. They can all be
exchanged with new displays at your choice.
)However, the same display can not appear twice on the same page,
so in case you are trying to select the same display in a second
window, this is what will happen:
As per above example, you have selected the Position display in
window 1, but it may just happen that the Position display was pre-set
to window 2 –therefore window 2 will now show the legend: “Select
display via MENU.”
You may select the same display to appear on different pages, but not
on the same page.
)An exception is the radar display, which only can appear in ½
window or full screen, and you can only have the radar display appear
in one page at a time. You can not toggle from page to page and see
different radar displays.

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2.2 Key functions
A description of the key functions is available at the start-up display in
the Quick guide. Some of the key functions are general and can be
applied at any time, other key functions are related to a certain menu(s)
and can only be applied when in the appropriate menu.
WIN Toggles between windows. The active window will have a highlighted
frame. Only activated windows are operable.
PAGE Toggles between four pre-selected pages (screens). Hold two seconds
for automatic rotation of pre-selected pages. A new, single press on
[PAGE] will return to normal operation.
MENU Turns the menu bar on/off. Exits any data display without taking any
action (except for radar control menu).
ENT Opens for/confirms insertion and editing of data (except for the radar
function). Calls up information on marks, waypoints, etc. on chart
together with several INFO windows from a chart display. Gives
access to several setup displays. Exits radar control menu.
Moves cursor in data displays and charts + activates cursor on chart.
Moves left and right in the menu bar.
MOB Hold two seconds to activate the MOB –“Man overboard”function,
which starts a track and provides guidance back to the MOB position.
ZOOM
+ IN
ZOOM
- OUT
Zooms in for greater chart details (smaller scale) / zooms out for better
overview (larger scale). Increases/decreases range in radar function.
+and–toggles between available values.
GAIN +
GAIN -
+/- adjusts radar gain. Optimum adjustment: Press [+] till noise
appears, then press [-] till noise just disappears again.
ADJ Activates radar control menu + toggles between 1st and 2nd half of
control menu in half screen displays.