Simrad CR44 User manual

M A N U A L
Simrad CR44/54
ChartRadar
183-3406-102 English 03101.10
Note!
Insert or remove C-MAP cartridges ONLY through SETUP 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 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
vesels 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
occured - 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.

CR44/54 ChartRadar Table of contents
MOB ‘MAN OVERBOARD’ function ............................. back of front cover
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 ............................................................... 1-3
1.3.2 Radar and radar functions............................................................ 1-5
1.3.3 Chart and chart functions............................................................. 1-6
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 split 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 off.............................................................................. 2-8
Chapter 3 Radar menu
3. Radar operation ............................................................................ 3-1
3.1 Radar map .................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 Map orientation ............................................................................ 3-2
3.1.2 Environment effects ..................................................................... 3-2
3.1.3 Effects of ship’s movement........................................................... 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
3.2.3 Start transmission....................................................................... 3-13
3.2.4
Shut down procedure for the radar function, or back to ‘Standby’.. 3-14
3.2.5 Standard radar display...................................................................... 3-15
3.2.6 Radar quick menu.............................................................................3-20

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3.2.7 Dual radar display ............................................................................3-21
3.2.8 Radar & Chart display......................................................................3-23
3.2.9 General features for the radar operation ..........................................3-24
3.3 Demo mode.......................................................................................3-26
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...................................................... 4-20
Chapter 5 Echo menu
5. Echo menu .................................................................................... 5-1
5.1 Depth & temperature diagram ..................................................... 5-1
5.2 Custom screen .............................................................................. 5-3
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

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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 alarm (feature prepared for future DSC VHF)...................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
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 PC interface .................................................... 8-20
Chapter 9 Setup menu
9. Setup menu ................................................................................... 9-1
9.1 C-MAP cartridges ........................................................................ 9-1
9.2 Pilot / Position setup ..................................................................... 9-3

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9.3 Speed alarm, units & language ....................................................9-4
9.4 Interface setup, NMEA ................................................................ 9-6
9.4.1 Default sentences.......................................................................... 9-7
9.4.2 Description of sentences............................................................... 9-8
9.5 Interface setup, alarm/log output ............................................... 9-10
9.6 Palette setup.................................................................................9-11
9.7 Factory settings .......................................................................... 9-12
9.8 QuickGuide .................................................................................9-14
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting, Maintenance and Service
10.1 Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 10-1
10.2 Preventive maintenance.............................................................. 10-2
10.3 Repair and service ...................................................................... 10-2
10.4 Specifications ............................................................................. 10-3
Appendix A Glossary of terms...................................................................A-1
Appendix B List of datum ..........................................................................B-1
Appendix C C-MAP attributes...................................................................C-1
Index
Declarations of conformity
International warranty
List of Simrad distributors

CR44/54 Introduction and safety summary Chapter 1-1
1.1 Introduction and system familiarization
Congratulations on your purchase of SIMRAD CR44/54 ChartRadar - 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 technology; all in a unique slim-line design
with a bright 10” ATFT/TFT (CR44) or 15” TFT (CR54) color display.
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 electronic chart system includes a built-in world chart for rough plan-
ning and overview. The choice of chart system best suitable for the CR44/54
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 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.
DS44/54 Dual Station for the CR44/54 is available with a bright 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? This manual is written for the products: CR44 and
CR54, which share the same type of software. From hereon, these models will
be 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. 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 features you have access to in
your new ChartRadar.

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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 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 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.

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1.3 How to get started
PWR
Press and hold the [PWR] key until you have a picture on the screen
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
- the quick guide is also accessible via [MENU], [7], [6].
ENT
Press [ENT] when ready to assume normal operation
Your present position will automatically be updated within a few minutes. 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
Long press will toggle between:
Radar in full screen Dual Radar Radar & Chart Custom screen
CHART
Short press will toggle between:
Chart + data field placed either at the right side or at the top.
CHART
Long press will toggle between:
Chart in full screen Dual Chart Custom screen1 Custom screen2

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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
PAGE
Single press will toggle between active pages under the main func-
tion keys. Long press will start a rotation of the 4 pages (section 2.1).

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1.3.2 Radar and radar functions
RADAR
Press the [RADAR] key to call up the radar display in full screen.
Press again to toggle between the radar shortcut series
- see chart 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. Use the +/- keys to adjust range in
smaller steps.
ENT
Press [ENT] to call up the Radar quick menu with access to e.g.
Show active navigation point on radar screen, activate EBL/VRM
cursors, etc.
EBL
The EBL1/VRM1 cursors can also be toggles on/off directly from
the [EBL] key.
CLR
Turn off cursor. Long press on [CLR] will turn off all active cursors.
ADJ
The [ADJ] key will open for adjustments 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
the control panel for making adjustments, 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 the chart display in full screen.
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 and 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]
3. Press [1] to start navigation.
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.

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[3] Insert specific waypoint. Suggested name, symbol, etc. can be altered.
[6] Plot ship’s position as target.
• 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 total of routes stored in the CRXX.
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.

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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.
• 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].

Chart with
data field
Depth & temp-
erature diagram
Radar display Highway display
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2.1 Fundamentals of the display and page system
The CR44/54 ChartRadar has a multi-function screen and data pres-
entation system with full screen and different types of split screens.
The series of pages under the function keys (situated in the left
column of the keypad) will in most situations be sufficient informa-
tion 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
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...

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Highlight a function e.g. Route calculation in the WP/RTE menu.
WIN
Press [WIN] several times to check the screen image (situated to the
far right in the top line of the menu bar) which windows the function
can be placed into
ENT
Press [ENT] to enter the highlighted function into the highlighted
window
If the function text in the menu is red, the display will not be avail-
able for the selected window.
2.2 Key functions
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.
MOB
Press for two seconds to activate the MOB - “Man overboard” function.
MENU
Turns the menu bar on/off. Exits any data display without taking any
action (except the radar function).
ENT
Confirms insertion and editing of data (except the radar function).
Calls up quick menus, and information on marks, waypoints, etc. on
chart together with several INFO windows from a chart display.
Moves cursor in data displays and charts + activates cursor on chart
and radar. Moves left/right/up/down in the menu system.
+/-
Changes radar or chart range i.e. + (plus) zooms out for better
overview (larger range) and - (minus) zooms in for greater details
(smaller range). Toggles between available values.
GOTO
Activates GOTO menu with choice of navigation modes, etc.
PLOT
Activates PLOT menu with choice of plotting and inserting way-
points, routes, lines etc. together with starting or stopping a track of
own ship.

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RADAR
Shortcut to Radar functions. Long press will toggle between Radar
display in full screen, Dual Radar, Radar & Chart, and a custom
screen.
CHART
Shortcut to Chart function. Single press will toggle between differ-
ent data fields on chart. Long press will toggle between Chart in full
screen, Dual Chart, and two custom screens.
ECHO
Shortcut to Depth & temperature diagram, and a custom screen.
PILOT
Shortcut to Pilot displays. With navigation mode inactive: single
press will toggle between Highway, Position, Dual Speed and Set &
Drift displays. With navigation mode active: single press will toggle
between Highway, Position, Dual Speed, ETA & AVN, Trim &
Highway, and Set & Drift displays. Long press will toggle between
Pilot full screen and two custom screens.
PAGE
Toggles between active pages under the four main function keys
i.e. [RADAR], [CHART], [ECHO] and [PILOT]. Long press starts
automatic rotation of these pages. Press any key to stop rotation.
ADJ
Gives access to setup displays related to active display. Scrolls
through adjustable parameters.
EBL
Toggles EBL1/VRM1 cursors on/off.
WIN
Toggles between active windows in split screen. The active window
will have a solid red frame. Only active windows are operable.
0-9
The alphanumeric keys inserts and selects data in data displays.
Keys 1-9 are also Quick-range keys, which each represent a fixed
radar or chart range. Key 0 will center the cursor/ship on the chart,
and activate/deactivate ‘off-center to cursor’ on the radar display.
CLR
Turns cursor off in active display. Deletes data in enter or edit mode.
Long press will turn off all active cursors on radar display.
From radar control menu: Returns Tune, Gain or Sea to AUTOmatic
mode, and clears the EBL and VRM readings.
PWR
Power on - hold key depressed till you have a picture on the screen.
Calls up a window where you can adjust the brightness in the screen,
background light in keypad, and select Daylight displays, Night display
or custom made color palettes. Hold two seconds to turn the power off.

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2.3 Menu bar
MENU
Toggles the menu bar on/off
To fit the complete menu bar across the screen, some of the menus
have been abbreviated. However, the last selected menu will be high-
lighted, and if it’s an abbreviation of the menu, then the complete
menu title is written above the menu bar.
MISCELLANEOUS
1
RADAR
2
CHART
3
ECHO
4
PILOT
5
MISC
6
WP/RTE
7
SETUP
1
Wind
2
Speed diagram, etc.
Having selected e.g. 5:MISC from the menu bar, its associated menus will
drop down. Key in the number next to the function you wish to call forward,
or use the cursor key to highlight the function and press [ENT].
If you want to switch to a different menu, use the cursor key left/right to move
to the adjacent menu.
Most functions in the menus are general, and can be called forward at any
time. Functions not currently available will have a different color from the rest
of the functions. Not all functions are available in any window size i.e. full
screen, half screen or quarter window. Use the [WIN] key to toggle between
the windows in which the highlighted function can be presented. Keep an eye
on the functions in the menu to see how they may change color as you toggle
from window to window.
The menu bar will disappear from the screen at the selection of a function, or
by pressing the [MENU] key. Besides, if not used, it automatically turns off
after 30 seconds.
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Chapter 2-6 CR44/54 Fundamentals & initial start-up
2.4 Menu layout
1
RADAR
2
CHART
3
ECHO
1
Radar
1
Chart
1
Depth & Temp. diagram
2
Dual Radar
2
Dual Chart
2
Custom screen
3
Radar & Chart
3
Custom screen 1
4
Custom screen
4
Custom screen 2
4
PILOT
5
MISC
6
WP/RTE
1
Highway
1
Wind
1
Waypoints
2
Position
2
Speed diagram
2
Routes
3
Dual Speed
3
Decca lanes
3
Route calculation
4
ETA & AVN
4
Loran C
4
Lines
5
Trim & Highway
5
Satellites
5
Tracks
6
Set & Drift
6
DGPS
6
Targets
7
Custom screen 1
7
SDGPS
7
MOB data
8
Custom screen 2
8
DSC info
8
Data transfer
7
SETUP
When selecting a sub-
menu in the SETUP
menu, the display will
always appear in a
pop-up window, so once
you have accepted the
changes or decided to
just exit the display, then
the display will disappear
from the screen.
RADAR
Radar setup
2
NMEA interface
CHART
C-MAP cartridge
3
Alarm/log output
PILOT
Pilot/Position setup
4
Palette setup
1
Speed alarm, units &
5
Factory settings
language
6
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