hsb2 PLUS Series LCD Display Owner's Handbook Document number: 81186_3 Date: September 2002 Preface iii hsb2 PLUS Series LCD Display Owner's Handbook September 2002 INTENDED USE The display units detailed in this handbook may form part of navigational radar systems intended for light marine use. These displays and radar systems are only an aid to navigation. SAFETY NOTICES This radar equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or navigational inaccuracies. In particular: 1. HIGH VOLTAGE. The LCD display unit and scanner unit contain high voltages. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians ­ there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the display unit cover or attempt to service the equipment. 2. ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY. The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. It is important that the radar is turned off whenever personnel are required to come close to the scanner to perform work on the scanner assembly or associated equipment. It is recommended that the radar scanner is mounted out of range of personnel (above head height). Avoid looking directly at the antenna as your eyes are the most sensitive part of the body to electromagnetic energy. When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar will conform to the requirements of ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3Hz to 300 GHz and NRPB, Board Statement on Restrictions on Human Exposure to Static and Time Varying Electromagnetic Fields and Radiation. Doc NRPB, N0. 5 (1993). 4. NAVIGATION AID. This unit is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user's responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgements. This radar unit should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgement. iv hsb2 PLUS Series LCD Display Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. For information on our products and services, contact either of the following: UNITED STATES Raymarine Inc. 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua, NH 03063-4219 Telephone: +1 603 881 5200 +1 800 539 5539 Fax: +1 603 864 4756 EUROPE Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 5TD England Telephone: +44 (0) 23 9269 3611 Fax: +44 (0) 23 9269 4642 Copyright © Raymarine Ltd. 2002 The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the best of our knowledge, was correct as it went to press. However, our policy of continuous improvement and updating may change product specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time, for which liability cannot be accepted by Raymarine. Raymarine is a registered trademark of Raymarine Limited. SeaTalk is a registered trademark of Raymarine Limited. hsb2 is a trademark of Raymarine Limited. Pathfinder Plus is a trademark of Raymarine Limited. This product contains technology provided under license by Acorn Group plc. The copyright of this intellectual property is acknowledged by Raymarine Ltd., as are Acorn's trademarks and patents. Acorn's world wide web address is http://www.acorn.com. Preface v Preface This handbook describes the radar and chart aspects of the following hsb2 (PLUS) series display systems from Raymarine: System Pathfinder Radar Raychart Chartplotter Combined Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Display RL70 PLUS RC520PLUS RL70RC PLUS Scanner Yes No Yes Chartplotter No Yes Yes This handbook also describes the use of multi-display systems. Note: Radar systems are supplied with an appropriate Raymarine scanner unit and inter-connecting cable. Details for installing the scanner are described in the Pathfinder Radar Scanner Owner's Handbook. The Raychart (RC) display units include a cartridge holder assembly which contains two slots for C-MAP NT chart cards. This handbook contains very important information on the installation and operation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best results in operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly. Raymarine's Technical Services representatives or your local dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have. Warranty To register your display unit ownership, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is very important that you complete the owner information and return the card to the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits. EMC Conformance All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised. vi hsb2 PLUS Series LCD Display Contents Preface ............................................................................................... v Warranty ...........................................................................................v EMC Conformance ...........................................................................v Chapter 1: Overview ..........................................................................................1.1 How to Use This Handbook .......................................................... 1.1 1.1 General .......................................................................................... 1.4 Introduction to hsb2 Systems ........................................................ 1.4 PLUS Display Units ..................................................................... 1.5 Operating Modes .......................................................................... 1.6 Heading and Position Data ........................................................... 1.9 1.2 The Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display .......................................... 1.10 Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display Options ................................... 1.10 Radar Functions ......................................................................... 1.12 1.3 The Chartplotter Display ............................................................ 1.13 Chartplotter Display Options ...................................................... 1.14 Chartplotter Functions ................................................................ 1.15 1.4 Operating Controls ..................................................................... 1.16 Trackpad and Cursor ................................................................... 1.16 Dedicated Keys ........................................................................... 1.18 Soft Keys ..................................................................................... 1.19 Pop-Up Menus ............................................................................ 1.19 Database Lists ............................................................................. 1.20 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display ....................................2.1 2.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 2.1 Conventions Used ......................................................................... 2.1 Simulator ...................................................................................... 2.1 2.2 Switching the Display On and Off ................................................ 2.2 Simulator Mode ............................................................................ 2.5 Changing the Lighting & Contrast ................................................ 2.6 2.3 Controlling the Display ................................................................. 2.7 Selecting the Mode of Operation .................................................. 2.7 Customizing the Screen Presentation Options ............................ 2.13 Preface vii 2.4 Radar Display Control Functions ............................................... 2.16 Using the Zoom Function ........................................................... 2.16 Offsetting the Center ................................................................... 2.17 Hiding the Ship's Heading Marker (SHM) ................................. 2.18 2.5 Chart Display Control Functions ................................................ 2.19 Moving Around the Chart ........................................................... 2.19 2.6 Typical Chart Scenarios .............................................................. 2.23 Place and Goto a Waypoint ......................................................... 2.24 Make and Follow a Route ........................................................... 2.26 Review Your Passage Plan .......................................................... 2.28 Review Your Passage Plan .......................................................... 2.29 Displaying the Radar and Synchronizing Radar & Chart ........... 2.30 Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations ..........................................................3.1 3.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 3.1 3.2 Range Control ............................................................................... 3.2 Changing the Range ...................................................................... 3.3 Determining Actual Radar Range ................................................. 3.3 3.3 Interpreting and Adjusting the Radar Picture ............................... 3.4 Identifying False Echo Returns .................................................... 3.5 Adjusting Gain, Sea Clutter, Rain Clutter and Tune ..................... 3.7 Changing the Targets Display ......................................................3.11 3.4 Measuring Range and Bearing Using VRM/EBLs .................... 3.13 Measuring Range and Bearing to Target from Vessel ................. 3.14 Measuring Range and Bearing Between Targets (FLOAT) ........ 3.16 Controlling VRM/EBL Data Boxes ........................................... 3.18 3.5 Setting Guard Zones and Alarms ................................................ 3.19 Placing a Guard Zone .................................................................. 3.20 Moving, Reshaping or Deleting a Guard Zone ........................... 3.21 Controlling Guard Zone Alarms ................................................. 3.21 3.6 MARPA ...................................................................................... 3.23 Introduction to MARPA ............................................................. 3.23 Using MARPA ............................................................................ 3.25 viii hsb2 PLUS Series LCD Display Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations ........................................................4.1 4.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 4.1 4.2 Changing the Heading Mode ........................................................ 4.2 True and Relative Motion ............................................................. 4.2 4.3 Using Marks .................................................................................. 4.4 4.4 Man Overboard (MOB) ................................................................ 4.5 4.5 Cursor Echo .................................................................................. 4.6 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations ...........................................................5.1 5.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 5.1 5.2 Using Chart Cards ......................................................................... 5.2 Inserting a Chart Card ................................................................... 5.2 Removing a Chart Card ................................................................ 5.3 Displaying the Chart Data ............................................................. 5.3 Displaying Chart Object and Source Information ........................ 5.4 5.3 Working with Waypoints .............................................................. 5.8 Introduction .................................................................................. 5.8 Placing a Waypoint ....................................................................... 5.9 Selecting a Waypoint .................................................................. 5.12 Waypoint Data Display ............................................................... 5.12 Editing the Waypoint Details ........................ ...