Standard Horizon CP590 User manual

CP590
12" WAAS GPS Chart Plotter
Owner's Manual
GPS Chart Plotters

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WARNING!!!
ElectronicchartsdisplayedbytheGPSChartPlotterarebelievedtobeaccurateand
reliable, but are not intended to be a substitute for the official charts, which should
remain your main reference for all matters related to the execution of safe
navigation.
Forthisreasonyoushouldalwayskeeptheofficialpublishedandapprovednautical
charts on board.
FCC Compliance Statement
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCClimitsforClassAdigitaldevices.This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installedorusedinaccordancewiththeinstructionsmaycauseharmfulinterference
with radio communications.
Thereisnoguaranteethatinterferencewillnotoccurinaparticularinstance.Ifthis
equipment does cause harmful interference to other equipment, try to correct the
problem by relocating the equipment.
Consult an authorized STANDARD HORIZON dealer or other qualified service
technician if the problem cannot be corrected. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device cannot cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Copyright 2011. VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. All rights reserved. Printed in Italy.
No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
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CAUTION
- The GPS Chart Plotter is designed for maritime use. To avoid water intrusion,
ensure the C-MAP BYJEPPESEN C-CARD door is completely closed.
- Extensive exposure to heat may result in damage to the GPS Chart Plotter.
- The GPS Chart Plotter contains dangerous high-voltage circuits which only
experienced technicians can handle.
- STANDARD HORIZON will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for
incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or use
of this material.
CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR THE GPS CHART PLOTTER SCREEN
Cleaningof thechart plotterscreenisavery importantoperationandmustbe done
carefully.Sincethesurface iscoveredbyaantireflectivecoating,theprocedurefor
cleaning all the surfaces can be performed using the following procedure: Use a
clean, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the glass. We recommend using a micro-fiber
cloth. Spray a small amount of ammonia-free cleaner (isopropyl alcohol) onto the
cloth. Spraying on the cloth will prevent overspray. Fold the cloth or lens cloth into
atriangularshape,moistenthetipandusetheindexfingerbehindacornertomove
theclothacrossthesurfaceinoverlappingsidetosidestrokes.Iftheclothistoowet,
a noticeable wet film will be left in its path and you will need to repeat the process.
If too dry, the cloth won’t glide easily, and may damage the surface.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................11
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................... 11
1.1 PACKING LIST ......................................................................................................12
1.2 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................12
1.3 RADAR UNIT SUPPLIED BY SI-TEX USA............................................................12
2. GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................................... 13
2.0 MOUNTING THE GPS CHART PLOTTER ............................................................ 13
2.1 BRACKET MOUNTING ..........................................................................................13
2.3 EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA MOUNTING .............................................................14
2.3.0 Flush mounting the antenna ......................................................................14
2.3.1 GPS cable ..................................................................................................15
2.3.2 GPS antenna connections.........................................................................15
3. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ......................................................................................21
3.0 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS .......................................................................21
3.0.1 The alphanumeric keys..............................................................................23
3.1 GETTING STARTED ..............................................................................................23
3.1.0 Power On, Off and ShuttlePoint Knob operation ......................................23
3.1.1 Cursor Vs. Home Mode .............................................................................24
3.1.2 Cursor and Menu selection speed.............................................................25
3.1.3 Changing the Ship Icon .............................................................................25
3.1.4 Changing the backlight and contrast .........................................................26
3.1.5 Selecting North Up or Course Up ..............................................................26
3.2 AUTOMATIC TIME .................................................................................................27
3.3 SELECTING LORAN TD OR OTHER COORDINATE SYSTEM ..........................28
3.4 CHANGING THE CHART COLOR.........................................................................28
3.5 SELECTING LANGUAGE ......................................................................................29
3.6 SELECTING PAGES WITH SOFT KEYS..............................................................30
3.7 CUSTOMIZING THE SOFT KEYS.........................................................................31
3.8 SETTINGS IN GENERAL SETUP MENU.............................................................. 31
3.9 ABOUT PAGE ........................................................................................................33
4. FIND SERVICES .............................................................................................................. 35
4.0 USING FIND SERVICES & MORE FUNCTIONS ..................................................35
4.0.0 Port Services..............................................................................................35
4.0.1 Port ............................................................................................................36
4.0.2 Tide Stations ..............................................................................................36
4.0.3 Wrecks ......................................................................................................37
4.0.4 Obstructions...............................................................................................38
4.0.5 Lakes Information ...................................................................................... 39
4.0.6 Lakes By Name .........................................................................................41
4.0.7 Points Of Interest .......................................................................................41
4.0.8 User Points ................................................................................................ 42
4.0.9 Coordinates................................................................................................42
4.0.10 Information .................................................................................................43

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5. MAX CARTOGRAPHY OVERVIEW.................................................................................45
5.0 BUILT-IN CHARTS .................................................................................................45
5.0.0 Coverage areas and details.......................................................................45
5.0.1 Updating Built-In Charts.............................................................................45
5.1 INSERTING THE OPTIONAL MAX C-CARD ........................................................ 46
6. MAP FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................ 49
6.0 MAX FUNCTIONS MENU ......................................................................................49
6.0.0 Zoom Type .................................................................................................49
6.0.1 Icon Size .................................................................................................... 50
6.0.2 Place Name Size .......................................................................................50
6.0.3 Perspective View .......................................................................................51
6.0.4 Dynamic Nav-Aids ..................................................................................... 52
6.0.5 Safety Status Bar (DSI - Data Safety Indicator)........................................ 52
6.0.6 Satellite Imagery ........................................................................................ 53
6.0.7 Currents Prediction ....................................................................................54
6.0.8 Chart Language .........................................................................................55
6.0.9 Pictures or Diagrams .................................................................................55
How to show the Pictures or Diagrams of a Object ..................................56
6.0.10 Enhanced Port Info ....................................................................................57
7. CREATING MARKS ......................................................................................................... 59
7.0 CREATING A NEW MARK USING THE CHART PAGE ....................................... 59
7.1 EDITING A MARK ..................................................................................................59
7.1.0 Deleting a Mark or Waypoint .....................................................................60
7.1.1 Moving a Mark or Waypoint .......................................................................60
7.2 MARKS/WAYPOINTS LIST ...................................................................................61
7.3 CREATING/MODIFY A NEW MARK IN THE USER POINTS LIST......................62
7.4 GOTO CURSOR, ROUTE AND MARK.................................................................. 63
8. MAN OVER BOARD (MOB) FUNCTION .........................................................................65
8.0 PLACING A MOB POINT .......................................................................................65
8.1 DELETING A MOB POINT .....................................................................................65
9. ROUTES ...........................................................................................................................67
9.0 CREATING A ROUTE USING WAYPOINTS ........................................................67
9.1 CHANGING THE NAME OF A ROUTE .................................................................68
9.2 CREATING AN OLYMPIC ROUTE ........................................................................68
9.3 MAKING ADDITIONAL ROUTES...........................................................................69
9.4 CREATING A ROUTE USING MARKS ON THE CHART PAGE .......................... 69
9.5 INSERTING A WAYPOINT INTO A ROUTE .........................................................70
9.6 GOTO A ROUTE .................................................................................................... 70
9.6.0 Using [GOTO] to select Route...................................................................70
9.6.1 Using the ShuttlePoint knob ......................................................................71
9.7 DELETING A ROUTE.............................................................................................71
9.8 OTHER SETTINGS IN ROUTE MENU ..................................................................72
9.8.0 Route Check ..............................................................................................72
10. TRACKS............................................................................................................................75
10.0 TRACKING .............................................................................................................75
10.0.0 Saving and starting a new Track ...............................................................76
10.0.1 Deleting a Track.........................................................................................76
10.0.2 Other settings.............................................................................................76

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10.1 TRIP LOG ............................................................................................................... 77
10.1.0 Using the Trip Log .....................................................................................77
10.1.1 Setup / Reset .............................................................................................77
11. USER C-CARD .................................................................................................................79
11.0 USER C-CARD MENU ...........................................................................................79
11.0.0 Formatting the optional User C-CARD ...................................................... 79
11.0.1 Transferring files to the optional User C-CARD ........................................80
11.0.2 Loading a file from the optional User C-CARD .........................................80
11.0.3 Deleting a file from the optional User C-CARD ......................................... 80
11.0.4 Changing the optional User C-CARD ........................................................80
12. PAGES ..............................................................................................................................81
12.0 CHART PAGE ........................................................................................................82
12.0.0 Focus Soft Key on Dual Chart Page .........................................................83
12.0.1 Single Chart Page......................................................................................84
12.0.2 Window Selections .................................................................................... 84
12.0.3 Customizing the Data Windows ................................................................84
12.0.4 Additional Functions on Chart Page..........................................................86
12.0.5 Turning Off Information on Icon Points .....................................................86
12.0.6 Display Mode .............................................................................................86
12.0.7 Marine Settings ..........................................................................................87
12.0.8 Depth Settings ........................................................................................... 88
12.0.9 Land Settings .............................................................................................88
12.0.10Chart Settings ............................................................................................ 89
12.0.11Underwater Objects Settings..................................................................... 90
12.1 CUSTOMIZING CHART SETTINGS ......................................................................90
12.2 NAVIGATION PAGE .............................................................................................. 91
12.3 HIGHWAY PAGE ...................................................................................................92
12.4 CELESTIAL PAGE .................................................................................................92
12.5 GPS STATUS PAGE ..............................................................................................93
12.5.0 WAAS/EGNOS Setting..............................................................................94
12.5.1 Setup Menu................................................................................................94
12.6 NMEA DISPLAY PAGE ..........................................................................................94
Changing the NMEA Page Windows .....................................................................95
12.7 NMEA DATA PAGE................................................................................................95
12.8 NMEA TREND PAGES ..........................................................................................96
12.9 VHF DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ....................................................................97
12.9.1 Distress Call...............................................................................................98
12.9.2 Position Request........................................................................................98
13. ADVANCED SETTINGS ................................................................................................... 99
13.0 INPUT/OUTPUT (NMEA, AIS, RADAR) ................................................................99
13.0.0 Input ..........................................................................................................99
13.0.1 Ouput .........................................................................................................99
13.1 NAVIGATE............................................................................................................100
13.1.0 Loran TD ..................................................................................................100
13.2 COMPASS ............................................................................................................101
13.3 ALARMS ...............................................................................................................101
13.4 SIMULATION ........................................................................................................102
13.4.0 Navigating a Route in Simulation mode ..................................................102
13.5 DSC POLLING ....................................................................................................103

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14. AIS ...................................................................................................................................105
14.0 SYSTEM DEFINITIONS .......................................................................................105
14.1 MENU....................................................................................................................106
14.2 AIS SETUP ...........................................................................................................106
14.3 QUICK INFO ON AIS TARGET............................................................................106
14.4 LIST.......................................................................................................................107
14.5 AIS TARGET COLORS ........................................................................................107
15. C-WEATHER SERVICE.................................................................................................. 109
15.0 C-WEATHER SERVICE MENU ...........................................................................109
15.0.0 Download .................................................................................................109
15.0.1 Copy From Memory Card ........................................................................110
15.0.2 Forecast ...................................................................................................110
15.0.3 Real Time View ........................................................................................110
15.0.4 Type of Data ............................................................................................110
16. MOBILARM .....................................................................................................................111
16.0 MOBILARM-GPS CHART PLOTTER CONNECTION .........................................111
16.1 SOFTWARE SETUP ............................................................................................112
16.2 MOBILARM STATUS ...........................................................................................112
16.3 MOBILARM PTX...................................................................................................113
16.3.0 MOBILARM MOB alert is received ..........................................................113
16.4 PLACING CURSOR ON THE PTX ICON ............................................................114
16.4.0 Delete PTX............................................................................................... 114
16.4.1 Goto PTX .................................................................................................114
16.4.2 The MOBILARM Alarm Status List..........................................................115
17. TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................................117
18. TECHNICAL TESTS ....................................................................................................... 119
18.0 SYSTEM TEST ....................................................................................................119
18.0.0 RAM Menu (reset)....................................................................................119
18.0.1 DIM Menu.................................................................................................119
18.0.2 Cartridges (used by Standard Horizon Technicians) .............................. 120
18.0.3 Serial Ports (used by Standard Horizon Technicians) ............................120
19. SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................... 121
19.0 OPTIONAL FF525 FISH FINDER SPECIFICATIONS.........................................122
19.1 OPTIONAL WAAS GPS RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS....................................123
20. APPENDIX: TERMS ....................................................................................................... 125
ANALYTICALINDEX ............................................................................................................129

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1. INTRODUCTION
CongratulationsonyourpurchaseoftheStandardHorizonGPSChartPlotter.Whetherthis
is your first Navigation device, or if you have other STANDARD HORIZON equipment,
STANDARD HORIZON organization is committed to ensuring your enjoyment of this
Navigationdevice.STANDARDHORIZONtechnicalsupportpersonnelstandbehindevery
product we sell. Our Product Support team invites you to contact us should you require
technical advice or assistance, at 800/767-2450 or [email protected].
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
The CP590 is precision-crafted high-performance receiver for the Global Positioning
System (WAAS GPS) constellation of satellites that provide precise location data with a
hostof navigationfeaturesand areidealfor nauticaluseand sealedagainstwateringress.
The GPS Chart Plotter is housed in rugged, impact-resistant cases with outstanding
ergonomic design for effortless operation. The CP590 is IP56 water resistent.
The advanced features of the GPS Chart Plotter include:
·Built-InChartsforcoastalnavigationofUSAincludingAlaska,HawaiiandGreatLakes,
Canada, Bahamas, Caribbean, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Central America
·12-inch sunlight-readable display
·Full VGA 800 x 600 high resolution LCD
·WAAS GPS antenna with 15 meter of cable
·2 Video camera or DVD (NTSC or PAL) Inputs
·1 VGA Video Output, connects to compatible TV or monitor
·Customizable ”picture-in-picture” video window
·Fish Finder capable when the optional FF52550/200kHz(BlackBox FishFinder)are
installed
·Capable of using a RADAR Antenna (USA ONLY)
·Dual chart window with independent zoom levels
·Selectablesailboatandpowerboatshipiconswithredandgreenforportandstarboard
·Compass Rose indication around ship icon
·Satellite images on base chart
·Route Checking
·Color Targets AIS
·Dedicated AIS List page
·Navigate to an Olympic Route
·SOG Speed Filter function to resolve erratic speed redings in rough seas
·C-MAP BYJEPPESEN NT+/MAX cartography compatible
·Improved Worldwide background showing detail up to 2.0 NM
·Connections to and from STANDARD HORIZON compatible DSC VHF’s for Distress
and Position Request calls
·3000 Marks / 50 Routes / 10000 Track Points
·3-years waterproof warranty

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1.1 PACKING LIST
WhenthepackagecontainingtheNavigationdeviceisfirstopened,pleasecheckforthefollowing
contents.If any partsare missingcontactthe dealerthis Navigationdevicewaspurchased
from.Accessories and replacement parts may be ordered from STANDARD HORIZON’s
PartsDepartmentat741/827-7600extension6800oremailat[email protected].
PART CODE ITEM
S8002251 External bracket (includes two knob-screws)
S8002252 Dust cover
T9101553 PWR ACC1 & ACC2 cable
S8002253 Flush mounting screws
Q7000619A GPS ANT Unit GSU-5H Series UX0GSU51SD**
EM054U100 Owner’s Manual
EM023U511 Quick Reference Guide
NOTE: “*” is a revision number
1.2 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
DST520
2” Nylon
Thru-hull
Depth & Temp
DST521
Transom Mount,
Depth, Speed
& Temp
DST523
2” Bronze
Thru-hull
Depth & Temp
DST525
In-hull Mount,
Depth
DST526
Bronze Thru-hull,
Triducer, Depth,
Speed & Temp
1000W Transducers
DST527
In-hull Mount,
Depth
DST528A
Thru-hull,
Long stem,
Depth & Temp
600W Transducers
F 525 Fish FinderFACVC10 Video Adapter cable VGAC10 VGA Adapter cable
Dual Frequency Fish Finder
Dual Frequency Fish Finder
1.3 RADAR UNIT SUPPLIED BY SI-TEX USA
TheRadarantennasaresuppliedbySI-TEX(631)996-2690intheUSAandCanada.Refer
to the table below for compatible models:
MODEL NUMBER DESCRIPTION
MDS-1 2kW 24 Mile 12.4” diameter Radome antenna
MDS-8 2kW 24 Mile 20” diameter Radome antenna
MDS-9 4kW 36 Mile 23.5” diameter Radome antenna
MDS-10-4 4kW 48 Mile 4FT Open Array
MDS-10-5 4kW 48 Mile 5FT Open Array
NOTE
Please contact to the Standard Horizon Authorized dealer, STANDARD HORIZON product
technical support or SI-TEX directly for additional information.

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2. GETTING STARTED
Through this manual you will see highlighted words. Please refer to the legend below:
[MENU] If you see brackets around a bold and capital letter word this refers to a key press.
[CHART]If youseebrackets aroundabold andsmallcapital letterwordthis referstoa SoftKey
press.
GENERAL SETUP When a word(s) is bold capital letters and underlined, this refers to a menu selection
item.
2.0 MOUNTING THE GPS CHART PLOTTER
The CP590 is supplied with hardware for bracket or flush mounting. Below are pictures
showing actual examples of the two types of installation.
BRACKET Mount FLUSH Mount
2.1 BRACKET MOUNTING
Beforeinstallingensuretheareathebracketismountedto is strong enough to support the
weight of the GPS Chart Plotter especially while under way. After the location is found,
attach the mounting base to the area using the supplied hardware.
The CP590 is supplied with a flush mount template for the cutout hole and screw holes
required to install the GPS Chart Plotter.NOTE
Before drilling holes make sure there is enough room to mount the GPS Chart Plotter and there
are no obstructions.
1. After a location is found, peel the template label from the backing and apply the label
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2. Drill a hole in one area of the cutout area that will allow the blade of a jigsaw to be
inserted. Insert and cut out the area on the panel using the jigsaw.
3. NextdrillthefourholesrequiredtoinserttheGPSChartPlotterwiththemountingstuds.
4. Install the mounting studs on the GPS Chart Plotter and insert into the mounting hole.
5. Attach the GPS Chart Plotter to the mounting location by attaching the supplied
hardware to the mounting studs.
2.3 EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA MOUNTING
TheCP590issuppliedwithaexternalGPSWAASantennawith15metersofroutingcable.
Thisantennaisdesignedtobemountedonabase,installedonanextensionorevenflush
mounted.
GPS Flush Mount Holes
GPS Base Mount GPS Flush Mount
0.78" [ ]Ø20 mm
0.13” [Ø3.2mm]
GPS OVERALL SHAPE
S8002348
Choose a location for the antenna that has a clear view of the sky and is not located within
3Feetof aRadar orother transmittingantennas.Ensuretherearenomajor obstructionsor
fixturesintheimmediateproximitytotheantenna.Theantennareliesondirect“lineofsight”
satellitereception. Ifyouare unsureofthe chosenlocation, temporarilymountthe antenna
in the desired location to verify correct operation. If mounted close to Radar, after the GPS
ChartPlotterhasafix,turnonthe Radar to ensure the GPS Chart Plotter holds the fix (use
the GPS Status Page). The thread used on the antenna is an industry standard (1inch
14TPI) used on a wide range of mounting brackets.
NOTE
The antenna cable can be cut and spliced to ease installation. Care must be taken when
reconnecting the antenna cable to protect from water and corrosion.
2.3.0 Flush mounting the antenna
NOTE
Beforedrilling holes,itisrecommendedtheantennabe positionedwhere thelocation isplanned,
cable connected to the GPS Chart Plotter and power turned On to ensure a GPS Fix is received.
1. Remove the threaded base from the antenna dome.
2. To ease installation a flush mounting template for the antenna has been included.
3. Apply the mounting template sticker to the area that was verified for GPS reception.
4. Then, drill out the 0.78” (20mm) and 0.13” (3.2mm) holes, and remove the template.
5. Insert the cable into the 0.78” (20mm) hole and route to the GPS Chart Plotter.
6. Apply a small amount or RTV to the underside of the antenna.
7. Place the antenna and then screw it into place using the screws.
NOTE
In some cases the screw may not be long enough. If this happens simply apply more RTV to the
underside of the antenna to glue it into place.

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2.3.1 GPS cable
The following table is to be used as a reference.
Smart GPS Cable
Pin Wire Color Description
1 Red Battery Positive
2 Green Smart GPS NMEA Input
3 Brown Smart GPS NMEA Output
4NC
5NC
6 Black/Yellow Battery Ground
2.3.2 GPS antenna connections
GPS ANT
PWR & ACC 1
ACC 2 VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN 1 VIDEO IN 2
2.3.2.0 PWR Cable
BATTERY CONNECTIONS
1. TheCP590issuppliedwithafuseandholder.ThisfuseshouldbeinstalledintotheBlack
wiretoprotecttheNMEAOutput/Inputcircuitsfrombecomingdamaged,howeveritcan
also be installed in the red wire.
2. Two Accessory cables (exactly the same cable) are supplied with the CP590.
3. Connect one of the Accessory cables to the PWR ACC 1 connector on the rear panel.
The other Accessory cable is used to connect to ACC 2 connector.
4. This cable has many wires, however only the RED and BLACK wires are used to
connect to a switched battery supply. Refer to the image below. For additional
connections refer to NMEA connections.
GPS ANT
PWR & ACC 1
ACC 2 VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN 1 VIDEO IN 2
Green
Gray
Black
Red
Blue
Brown
White
Yellow
PWR ACC 1 Cable
Fuse
Switch
+
BATTERY
-

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NMEA CONNECTIONS
The CP590 PWR ACC 1 connector is also used to attach NMEA devices* such as AIS
Receivers, digital instruments, Personal Computers, autopilots and the optional FF525
BLACK BOX FISH FINDER.
*NOTE
RS232 not opto-isolated electrical interface.
Note:
Gray and White wires should not be connected to other devices
when the FF525 is connected.
Pilot
AIS Receiver
PC
NOTE:
The Tee cable is supplied with
the FF525. If the F 525 is not
connected, plug the Accessory
cable directly into the
PWR ACC 1 connector.
F
GPS ANT
PWR & ACC 1
ACC 2 VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN 1 VIDEO IN 2
PWR ACC 1 Cable
Black
Fuse
Switch
Red
+
BATTERY
-
Green
Gray
Blue
Brown
White
Yellow
Transducer
NMEA Common
Port1 Input
Port1 Output
Port2 Input
Port2 Output
Port3 Output
FF525 Fish Finder
BLACK
RED
GREEN
BLUE
BROWN
GRAY
WHITE
YELLOW
PIN WIRE COLOR FUNCTION
Battery Ground
Battery Positive
NMEA Common
Port1 Input
Port1 Output
Port2 Input
Port2 Output
Port3 Output
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
*
**
CONNECTION EXAMPLE
Common (ground) for NMEA devices*
Connect to Output of NMEA device*
Connect to Input of NMEA device*. Default is NMEA-0183 with GLL, RMB, RMC and XTE sentences
Connect to Output of NMEA device*
Connect to Input of NMEA device*. Default is NMEA-0183 with GLL, RMB, RMC and XTE sentences
Connect to Input of NMEA device*. Default is NMEA-0183 with APA, APB, XTE, COG and BOD sentences
DualFrequencyFishFinder
Dual Frequency Fish Finder
*NOTE: AIS RECEIVER OPTION (for more information on AIS refer to Section 14)
The CP590 has to be set up to be able to receive NMEA information from the AIS receiver.
TheGPSChartPlotter readstheAISNMEAmessageVMD,type1,2,3and5forAISClass
A and type 18, 19, 24 for AIS Class B. Select the used port and transmission speed by
following the procedure:
1. From the Chart page, press [MENU], move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight SETUP
MENU and press [ENT].
2. MovetheShuttlePointknobtohighlightADVANCED SETUPandpress[ENT]ormove
the ShuttlePoint knob to the right.
3. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight IN/OUT CONNECTIONS and press [ENT] or
move the ShuttlePoint knob to the right.
4. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight PORT1 INPUT and press [ENT] or move the

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ShuttlePoint knob to the right.
5. MovetheShuttlePointknobup/downtoselectAIS 38400andpress [ENT] or movethe
ShuttlePoint knob to the right.
6. Press [CLR] or move the ShuttlePoint knob to the left until the Chart page is shown.
**NOTE: AUTOPILOT CONNECTION
CaremustbetakenwhenconnectingtheGPSChartPlottertoanAutopilot.NormallyPort3
(Yellow wire) will be used to connect to an Autopilot input, however older autopilots may
not be able to read the sentences due to the talker ID that is being used (II Integrated
Instrument). If the autopilot connections are made to Port3 (Yellow wire) and the autopilot
is not reading the sentences, change the connections to Port1 (Brown) or 2 (White) and
change the sentences to APA, APB, XTE, COG and BOD.
PERSONAL COMPUTER CONNECTION / SETUP
AnyoftheNMEAportscanbeusedtosendandreceiveMarksandRoutestoPCprograms.
The CP590 uses NMEA WPL and RTE sentences to share information from the PC. Refer
to the table below for connection to a Serial DB9 connector.
Receive +
Transmit +
Signal Common
D 9 PINBC 590P
NMEA Out
NMEA In
Green wire
2
3
5
CONNECTION
SETTING UP THE COM PORT
The Send and Receive default is Port1. To change the Port follow the directions below:
1. Press[MENU]twice.MovetheShuttlePointknobtohighlightADVANCEDSETUPand
press [ENT].
2. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight IN/OUT CONNECTIONS and press [ENT].
3. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight SEND/REC RTE&MARKS and press [ENT].
4. Choose the desired Port number and press [ENT].
5. Press [CLR] until the Chart page is shown.
Send or Receive RTE and WPL
1. Press [MENU], move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight USER POINTS and press
[ENT].
2. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight Marks/Wpts and press [ENT].
3. After the messages are sent or received a popup window will be shown.
2.3.2.1 ACC 2 CONNECTOR
This cable allows connections to a VHF, NMEA device with NMEA Output or the Input of
the optional Radar antenna.

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BLACK
RED
GREEN
BLUE
BROWN
GRAY
WHITE
YELLOW
PIN WIRE COLOR FUNCTION
No Connection
No Connection
NMEA Common
Port4 Input
Port4 Output
Port5 Input
Port5 Output
No Connection
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
*
*
CONNECTION EXAMPLE
Common (ground) for NMEA devices**
Connect to Output of NMEA device
Connect to Input of NMEA device . Default is NMEA-0183 with GLL, RMB, RMC and XTE sentences
Connect to Output of NMEA device
Connect to Input of NMEA device . Default is NMEA-0183 with GLL, RMB, RMC and XTE sentences
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*NOTE: RADAR Antenna connection (optional)
For Radar Installation instructions visit www.standardhorizon.com and click on Owner’s
ManualsandclicktodownloadfilescalledRadarInstallationManualandRadarOperation
Manual.
**NOTE
RS232 not opto-isolated electrical interface.
VHF Connections
To connect the CP590 to a VHF, a port will be needed to be selected. Refer to the ACC 2
connections for a connection example. NOTE
TheoptionalFF525usesport2whenconnectedandtheoptionalRadarantennausesport5.When
theseoptionaldevicesareconnecteduseport1,2or4InputandOutputtoconnecttotheVHFradio.
Somemanufacturersof DSCVHF’sarenot capableofreceiving NMEADSCsentencesfrom the
CP590. Refer to the Owner’s Manual and confirm the VHF can receive NMEA DSC and DSE
sentences.
VGA Video Output
The CP590 has:
· One VGA output
Allows connection to a compatible TV or monitor using the optional VGAC10
adapter cable.

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· Two NTSC or PAL Video Inputs
NTSC or PAL video inputs allowing a camera, DVD or VCR. To connect a video
source use the optional ACVC10 cable (3 pin to RCA phone adapter).
VGAC10
GPS ANT
PWR & ACC 1
ACC 2 VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN 1 VIDEO IN 2
ACVC10
DVD Player
ACVC10
AVCV10 Video Adapter cable CONNECTOR PINOUT
1 = GND
2 = PWR+
3 = SIGNAL
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The CP590 has the capability to select the Video Input in three ways.
a) From the menu
1. Press [MENU] twice and move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight VIDEO INPUT and
press [ENT].
2. A menu appears with the following options:
. ACTIVATE VIDEO, the possible choices are Full Screen View, PiP (Picture in
Picture) View and Auto Switch (*).
- IfFullScreenViewischosen,theGPSChartPlotterwillshowawarningmessage
with the instructions to adjust the image from the Video Input. If the user agrees
to proceed, the image from the video input will be shown.
- If Picture in Picture (PiP) View is chosen, a Video Input image can beshown on
a window and placed over the selected page at full screen. By moving the
ShuttlePoint knob, the PiP image is moved. When the focus is on the PiP image,
press [CLR] to close the PiP image.
- If Auto Switch is chosen, all the menus will be closed and the video input will be
shownswitchingbetweentheVideoInputFullView(ifconnected)andtheselected

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page. See next section for details of setting up the switching times. If the user
agreestoproceed,theimagefromthevideoinputandtheGPSChartPlotterpage
will be shown intermittently. The intermittence time is selected by Switching
Timeout item.
. SWITCHING TIMEOUT, the possible choices are 5,10,30 sec, 1, 5, 10 min. Allows
selecting the timing to change from Video Input and GPS Chart Plotter display.
. RESTORE DEFAULTS, allows restoring the factory defaults for the Input picture
adjustment.When Restoredefaultis executed,themessage “OK”isshown nextto
the selected menu item. NOTE
If the video signal is not present on the video connector, the corresponding item in the menu will
be shown in gray and will not be selectable.
b) Quick Activation by pressing [CLR] for 1 second
Pressingandholding [CLR]for1secondfromtheChartpageDisplayorfromanymain
page (Navigation, Highway, Celestial, GPS Status, DSC, NMEA DISPLAY); the
following Soft Keys are shown: [FULL SCREEN], [PIP VIEW], [AUTO SWITCH]. If no video
signal is detected on the Video Input connector, the Soft Keys will be shown in
gray and will not be selectable.
c) Quick Activation by Soft Keys
It is possible to assign the Video Input mode to any of the Soft Keys. Press one of the
Soft Keys, the Soft Keys functions are shown. Pressing and holding for 1 second one
of the Soft Keys, the Soft Keys customization list will be shown. By selecting VIDEO
optionitwillbepossibletoassigntheSoftKeytoexecutetheVideoInputfunction.Once
theSoftKey has been assignedtoVideoInput, its label willshowthemessage[VIDEO].
If [VIDEO] is pressed, the Soft Keys will be assigned this way: [FULL SCREEN], [PIP
VIEW], [AUTO SWITCH]. From now on, the functioning is identical to case b).

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3. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
NOTE
Throughout this Owner’s Manual same conventions are used. See the legend below:
[MENU]If you see brackets around a bold and capital letter word this refers to a key press.
[CHART]If you see brackets around a bold and small capital letter word this refers to a Soft Key
press.
GENERAL SETUP When a word(s) is bold capital letters and underlined, this refers to a menu
selection item.
3.0 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
Using the keys located on the front panel controls the CP590. These labeled keys are
dedicated to specific functions. As you press a key, a single audio beep confirms the key
action; every time a key press is not valid, three rapid beeps sound to indicate that the key
action is not valid. There is also a ShuttlePoint knob to move the cursor across the screen.
The ZOOM IN and ZOOM OUT keys
a. Pressing[ZOOM IN] showsmore detailofasmallerarea, by changing the Chart Scale
and zooming in on your display.
b. Press[ZOOMOUT]tochangethescaleandshowawider,otherwiselessdetailedview.
c. Pressing and holding [ZOOM IN]/[ZOOM OUT] allows for quick zoom, that is the fast
change of the chart scale where only the land areas are drawn.
d. When [ZOOM IN]/[ZOOM OUT] is released all chart details are shown.
NOTE
TheGPSChart Plotter containsaWorldwidebackground that allowsyoutozoom in to2NM.For
more detail, a C-MAP BYJEPPESEN NT+/MAX C-CARD must be purchased and installed.
The ShuttlePoint knob
a. The ShuttlePoint knob moves the cursor around the Chart Page (cursor mode) and
highlights menu items.
b. ItchangestheGPSChartPlotterfromHomemodetoCursormodeonthechartscreen.
c. For a detailed explanation of Cursor VS Home mode refer to Par. 3.1.1.
The ENT key
Press [ENT] to select the desired option or to confirm the selection.
The CLR key
a. When on the Chart Page, press [CLR] to set Home Mode.
b. Press [CLR] to clear a selected function, leave a menu, step backwards in a menu or
exit a menu.
The MENU key
a. Selects the Main Menu.
b. When in the Setup Menu mode, moving the ShuttlePoint knob to the right enters a
selection and moving the knob to the left clears the function.
c. Pressing and holding [MENU] for 3 seconds allows you to change the fields contained
withinthedatawindowswhileontheChart,Navigation,Highway,GPSStatusorNMEA
Display page.