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  • Page 1 /XSR Series ™ ™ OPERATOR MANUAL ENGLISH www.simrad-yachting.com...
  • Page 3 Navico Holding AS and other entities. • Navico® is a trademark of Navico Holding AS. • SIMRAD® is a trademark of Kongsberg Maritime AS, Licensed to Navico Holding AS. • BEP® is a trademark of Power Products, LLC. •...
  • Page 4 • CZone® is a trademark of Power Products LLC. • DownScan Imaging™ is a trademark of Navico Holding AS. • DownScan Overlay® is a trademark of Navico Holding AS. • Easy Routing™ is a trademark of Navico Holding AS. • Evinrude®...
  • Page 5 Copyright © 2021 Navico Holding AS. Warranty The warranty card is supplied as a separate document. In case of any queries, refer to the brand website of your unit or system: www.simrad-yachting.com Compliance statements Declarations The relevant declarations of conformity are available at: www.simrad-yachting.com...
  • Page 6 communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
  • Page 7 This manual is written for software version 20.2. The manual is continually updated to match new software releases. The latest available manual version can be downloaded from the following website: • www.simrad-yachting.com Translated manuals Available translated versions of this manual can be found on the following website: •...
  • Page 8 The following shows an example of a manual file name. Manual file names can vary depending on the unit. Device registration You are prompted to register your device during startup. You can also register it by following the instructions when selecting the registration option in the system settings dialog or system controls dialog.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents 17 Introduction Front controls Card reader Home page Application pages 23 Basic operation Turning the system on and off Remote controllers System controls dialog Screen capture 26 Customizing your system Customizing the Home page wallpaper Customizing the long press feature Multiple panel pages Customizing favorite pages Customizing the instrument bar...
  • Page 10 Creating routes on the chart panel Find objects on chart panels 3D charts Chart overlay C-MAP charts Navionics charts Chart settings 53 Waypoints, routes, and tracks Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks dialogs Waypoints Routes Tracks Using the synchronize feature 63 Navigating About navigating Navigation panels Menu options...
  • Page 11 Autopilot settings 88 Trolling motor autopilot Safe operation with the autopilot Selecting active autopilot The autopilot controller for trolling motor Engaging and disengaging the autopilot Autopilot indication Autopilot modes Trolling motor speed control Recording and saving a track Autopilot settings 98 Outboard autopilot Safe operation with the autopilot Selecting active autopilot...
  • Page 12 136 AIS 136 About AIS 136 Selecting an AIS target 136 Searching for AIS vessels 136 Displaying target information 138 Calling an AIS vessel 138 DSC Vessel tracking 139 AIS SART 140 Vessel alarms 140 Dangerous targets 141 AIS target symbols and icons 144 Vessel settings 146 Echosounder 146 About...
  • Page 13 162 Advanced options 162 More options 162 Echosounder settings 163 DownScan 163 About DownScan 163 The DownScan panel 163 Zooming the image 164 Using the cursor on the panel 164 Viewing DownScan history 164 Recording DownScan data 164 Setting up the DownScan image 166 Advanced options 166 More options 167 Echosounder settings...
  • Page 14 182 The Audio controller 183 Setting up the audio system 183 Selecting audio source 183 Using an AM/FM radio 184 Sirius radio 186 Weather 186 About the weather feature 186 Wind barbs 187 Showing weather details 187 GRIB weather 190 SiriusXM weather 195 Weather alarms 196 Time plots 196 The Time plot panel...
  • Page 15 209 Phone notifications 210 Phone troubleshooting 211 Managing Bluetooth devices 212 Tools and settings 212 The toolbar 213 Settings 218 Simulator 218 About 218 Retail mode 218 Simulator source files 219 Advanced simulator settings 220 Maintenance 220 Preventive maintenance 220 Sun cover 220 Cleaning the display unit 220 Checking the connectors 220 Touchscreen calibration...
  • Page 16 Contents | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    Introduction Front controls Touch screen Power key Press and hold to turn the unit ON/OFF. Press once to display the System Controls dialog. Card reader Used for inserting a microSD memory card. The memory card can be used for detailed chart data, software updates, transfer of user data, and system backup.

  • Page 18: Home Page

    Card reader on the 5" unit Card reader on the 7" and 9" units Card reader on the 12" unit Home page The Home page is accessed from any operation by selecting the Home button. Settings button Introduction | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...
  • Page 19 Toolbar Application buttons Status bar Close button, closes the current panel. System Controls button Favorites bar Man Over Board (MOB) button Settings button Select to access application and feature settings dialogs. These dialogs are used to configure the feature during installation and for making user settings.
  • Page 20 Favorites bar The favorites bar lists preconfigured pages and favorite pages you have made. Select a favorite page button to open the page. Favorite pages can be single or multiple-panel pages. The unit display size determines the number of application panels that can be included on a favorite page.

  • Page 21: Application Pages

    Stop navigating to MOB The system continues to display navigational information towards the MOB waypoint until you cancel the navigation from the menu. Application pages Home/pages button Application panel Menu button Instrument bar Control bar Application panels An application panel shows the application and provides a menu with customize options.
  • Page 22 Menu button Displays the menu of the active panel. Use menu options to customize the image. The panel menu options are further explained later in this manual in each application chapter. Instrument bar The instrument bar displays information from sensors connected to the system.

  • Page 23: Basic Operation

    To find out which remote controllers can be used, refer to the product web page at: www.simrad-yachting.com Smart devices can also be connected to the unit and remotely control the unit. For information about how to connect smart devices to remotely control the unit, refer to "Remote control of the MFD"...
  • Page 24 • pressing the power key • selecting the system controls button on the home page • swiping down from the top of the screen on application pages Activating functions Select the button of the function you want to open, set or toggle on or off.

  • Page 25: Screen Capture

    Locking the touchscreen You can temporarily lock the touchscreen to prevent accidental operation of the system. You lock the touchscreen from the System Controls dialog. You remove the lock function by pressing and holding the power key. Instrument bar Toggles the Instrument bar on/off for the current page only. Connect and register Guides you how to connect your mobile device (phone or tablet) to the unit and register your device.

  • Page 26: Customizing Your System

    Customizing your system Customizing the Home page wallpaper The Home page's wallpaper can be customized. You can select one of the pictures included with the system, or you can use your own picture in .jpg or .png format. The images can be available on any location that can be seen in the storage browser.

  • Page 27: Multiple Panel Pages

    Multiple panel pages Panel sizes in a multiple panel page can be adjusted from the System Controls dialog. Refer to "Adjusting the split on multiple panel pages" on page 31. In a multiple panel page, only one panel can be active at a time. The active panel is outlined with a border.

  • Page 28: Customizing The Instrument Bar

    Adding new favorite pages Use the add icon in the home page panel to add a favorite page. In the Page Editor dialog, drag-and-drop the panels you want included in the favorite page. Edit favorite pages Select the edit button in the favorite panel and then: •...
  • Page 29 Setting the appearance of the instrument bar The instrument bar includes Bar 1 and Bar 2. • Bar 1 can be global for all pages, or customized for each page • Bar 2 is customized for each page By default, bar 1 is shown on the panel. If a predefined instrument bar is selected for both Bar 1 and Bar 2 and the Animate menu option not selected, then both bars are shown at the same time on the page.
  • Page 30 Reset the instrument bar You can reset the instrument bar from the edit menu option to show the predefined default gauges. Fuel economy gauge You can display a fuel economy gauge in the instrument bar on application pages. Select the predefined Fuel bar or change a gauge source to the Fuel Economy option found in the Vessel category of the choose data dialog.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Split On Multiple Panel Pages

    Current fuel level The fuel economy gauge displays the instantaneous versus historical average fuel efficiency. The start of the green zone represents ‘Nominal Fuel Economy’, and it displays an additional 20% area to allow your fuel efficiency to be displayed above the nominal fuel economy.

  • Page 32: Enabling Or Disabling Features

    Enabling or disabling features A compatible device connected to the unit should automatically be identified by the system. If not, enable the feature from the advanced settings dialog. Activating/deactivating features and applications Use the system settings features option to activate/deactivate features and applications.

  • Page 33: Password Protection

    Select the feature you want to unlock. Follow the instructions to purchase and enter the feature unlock code. After a feature unlock code is entered in the unit, the feature is available for use. Ú Note: The feature unlock option is only available if your unit supports a locked feature.

  • Page 34: Charts

    Charts The Chart panel North indicator Vessel Chart range scale Grid lines* Range rings* * Optional chart items. Optional chart items can be turned on/off individually from the chart settings dialog. Chart data The system can be delivered with preloaded cartography. For a full selection of supported charts, visit the product web site.

  • Page 35: Chart Sharing

    Chart sharing When connected to the Ethernet network, 12 inch GO units can access and display Chart data from a card inserted into other 12 inch units and other display units capable of sharing charts through the network. Charts shared over the network become selectable as a chart source in the menu.

  • Page 36: Chart Orientation

    Chart orientation You can specify how the chart is rotated in the panel. North up Displays the chart with north upward. Heading up Displays the chart with the vessel’s heading (A) directed upward. Heading information is received from a compass. If heading is not available, then the COG from the GPS is used.

  • Page 37: Displaying Information About Chart Items

    Displaying information about chart items When you select a chart item, a waypoint, a route, or a target, basic information for the selected item is displayed. Select the chart item's pop-up to display all available information for that item. You can also activate the detailed information dialog from the menu.

  • Page 38: Measuring Distance

    The cursor assist function Ú Note: The cursor assist function is available if it is enabled. Refer to "Customizing the long press feature" on page 26. The cursor assist function allows for fine tuning and precision placement of the cursor without covering details with your finger. Activate the cursor on the panel, then press and hold your finger on the screen to switch the cursor symbol to a selection circle, appearing above your finger.

  • Page 39: Saving Waypoints

    Saving waypoints Save a waypoint at the cursor position if active or at the vessel's position if the cursor is not active. To save a waypoint: • Select the new waypoint option in the menu Creating routes on the chart panel Activate the cursor on the chart panel Select the new route option from the menu Position the first waypoint on the chart panel...

  • Page 40: 3D Charts

    3D charts The 3D option provides a three dimensional graphical view of land and sea contours. Ú Note: All chart types work in 3D mode, but without 3D cartography for the appropriate area the chart appears flat. When the 3D chart option is selected, the rotate (A) and the pan (B) icons appear on the chart panel.

  • Page 41: Map Charts

    C-MAP charts All possible menu options for C-MAP charts are described below. The features and menu options available can vary depending on the charts you use. This section shows menus from a C-MAP chart. Ú Note: A menu option is greyed out if the feature is not available on the chart displayed.
  • Page 42 C-MAP specific chart options Photo overlay Photo overlay enables you to view satellite photo images of an area as an overlay on the chart. The availability of such photos is limited to certain regions, and cartography versions. You can view photo overlays in either 2D or 3D modes. No Photo overlay Photo overlay, land only Full Photo overlay...
  • Page 43 High resolution bathymetry Enables and disables higher concentration of contour lines. Chart detail • Full - displays all available information for the chart in use. • Medium - displays minimum information sufficient for navigation. • Low - displays basic level of information that cannot be removed, and includes information that is required in all geographic areas.
  • Page 44 Paper chart Color shades the depths similar to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) colors present in the paper charts. Traditional Color shades depth areas based on the data defined by the chart data. Charts have their own color palette that is defined in the chart data.
  • Page 45 In the following example water depth from 5 meters to 10 meters will be shaded yellow in the chart when Depth 1 is the selected shading in the menu. 3D exaggeration Graphical settings that are available in 3D mode only. Exaggeration is a multiplier applied to the drawn height of hills on land, and troughs in water to make them look taller or deeper.

  • Page 46: Navionics Charts

    Navionics charts Some Navionics features require the most current data from Navionics. For those features, a message is displayed stating that the feature is unavailable if you do not have the appropriate Navionics charts or chart card inserted. For more information on what is required for these features, refer to www.navionics.com.
  • Page 47 Chart shading Shading adds terrain information to the chart. Fishing range Select a range of depths between which Navionics fills with a white color. This allows you to highlight a specific range of depths for fishing purposes. The range is only as accurate as the underlying chart data, meaning that if the chart only contains 5 meter intervals for contour lines, the shading is rounded to the nearest available contour line.
  • Page 48 Ú Note: The built in Navionics database features data down to 20 m, after which it is all white. Community edits Toggles on the chart layer including Navionics edits. These are user information or edits uploaded to Navionics Community by users, and made available in Navionics charts.
  • Page 49 Ú Note: SonarChart live does not record while SCL history files are being viewed. SC Density Controls the density of the SonarChart and SonarChart Live contours. Colored seabed areas Turns ON/OFF coloring seabed areas red. Navionics Dynamic tides and current icons Shows tides and currents with a gauge and an arrow instead of the diamond icons used for static tides and current information.

  • Page 50: Chart Settings

    Rock filter level Hides rock identification on the chart beneath a given depth. This helps you to declutter charts in areas where there are many rocks located at depths well below your vessel's draught. Contours depth Determines which contours you see on the chart down to the selected safety depth value.
  • Page 51 3D boat selection Determines which icon to use on 3D charts. Range rings The range rings can be used to present the distance from your vessel to other panel objects. The range scale is set automatically by the system to suit the panel scale.
  • Page 52 Synchronize 2D/3D chart Links the position shown on one chart with the position shown on the other chart when a 2D and a 3D chart are shown side by side. Pop-up information Determines whether basic information for panel items is displayed when you select the item.

  • Page 53: Waypoints, Routes, And Tracks

    Waypoints, routes, and tracks Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks dialogs These dialogs give access to advanced edit functions and settings for these items. Waypoints About waypoints A waypoint is a user generated mark positioned on the: • chart • echosounder image •...
  • Page 54 • Select the new waypoint option in the menu Moving a waypoint A waypoint can be moved from the position if active and if the waypoint is selected in the menu. To move a waypoint to a new position, select the move waypoint menu option and then select the new waypoint location on the image.

  • Page 55: Routes

    Waypoint alarm settings You can set an alarm radius for each individual waypoint you create. The alarm is set in the Edit Waypoint dialog. Ú Note: The waypoint radius alarm must be toggled ON in the alarm dialog to activate an alarm when your vessel comes within the defined radius.
  • Page 56 Creating routes using existing waypoints A new route can be created by combining existing waypoints from the Routes dialog. The dialog is activated by using the Waypoints tool on the Home page and then selecting the Routes tab. Creating a route based on a trip You can create a route based on a historical trip.
  • Page 57 - Entire Route - if you want the system to add new routepoints between the first and the last routepoint of the open route. - Selection - if you want to manually select the routepoints that define the limits for the autorouting, then select the relevant routepoints.
  • Page 58 Two routepoints selected Result after automatic routing The edit route dialog You can manage routes and routepoints, and change route properties using the Edit Route dialog. This dialog is activated by selecting an active route's pop-up or from the menu by selecting the route then the details option.

  • Page 59: Tracks

    You can back-up your waypoints, routes and tracks before deleting them, refer to "Maintenance" on page 220. Tracks About tracks Tracks are a graphical presentation of the historical path of the vessel. They allow for retracing where your boat has travelled. Example of the Tracks dialog: Automatic tracking From the factory, the system is set to automatically track and draw...
  • Page 60 Creating a new track You can start a new track from the Tracks dialog. The dialog is activated by using the Waypoints tool on the Home page and selecting the Tracks tab. The edit tracks dialog You can manage a track and change a track's properties using the edit track dialog.

  • Page 61: Using The Synchronize Feature

    Settings button in the Tracks dialog. Using the synchronize feature You can use a browser to sign-in at https://appchart.simrad- yachting.com or you can sign-in to your Simrad app account from your mobile device or tablet to manage (create new, change, move, and delete): •...
  • Page 62 Waypoints, routes, and tracks | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 63: Navigating

    Navigating About navigating The navigation function included in the system allows you to navigate to the cursor position, to a waypoint, or along a predefined route. If autopilot functionality is included in your system, the autopilot can be set to automatically navigate the vessel. For information about positioning waypoints and creating routes, refer to "Waypoints, routes, and tracks"...
  • Page 64 Bearing line with allowed off course limit When travelling on a route, the bearing line shows the intended course from one waypoint towards the next. When navigating towards a waypoint (cursor position, MOB or an entered lat/lon position), the bearing line shows the intended course from the point at which navigation was started towards the waypoint.

  • Page 65: Menu Options

    Menu options You can use menu options to: • navigate to cursor • navigate to a waypoint • navigate a route While navigating, the menu expands to provide options to: • skip waypoints when navigating a route • restart navigating to cursor, a waypoint or a route •...
  • Page 66 Navigation method Different methods are available for calculating the distance and bearing between any two geographical points. The Great circle route is the shortest path between two points. However, if you are to travel along such a route, it would be difficult to steer manually as the heading would constantly be changing (except in the case of due north, south, or along the equator).
  • Page 67 Ú Note: The distance between any waypoints in a route must not be smaller than the radius of the waypoint arrival circle. XTE limit Defines how far the vessel can deviate from the selected route. If the vessel goes beyond this limit, an alarm is activated. Arrival alarm When the arrival alarm is enabled, an alarm is activated when the vessel reaches the waypoint or when it is within the specified arrival...
  • Page 68 Phantom Loran Enables use of Phantom Loran positioning system. Defines Loran chains (GRI) and preferred station for waypoint entry, cursor position and position panel. The graphic example shows a cursor position window with Loran position information. For more information refer to your Loran system documentation. Navigating | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 69: Tripintel

    TripIntel About TripIntel TripIntel lets you store and recall information on trips. You can use the information to make informed decisions prior to commencing a trip, or when a trip is underway. Current trip statistics The Information tab on the TripIntel page shows current trip statistics: •...

  • Page 70: Start And Stop Trip Recordings

    You can turn off the automatic trip detection feature from the Tracks and Trip settings dialog. Start and stop trip recordings If you have selected to not start recording a trip from the automatic trip detection prompt, you can manually start a recording from the TripIntel page.

  • Page 71: Estimated Fuel Range Ring

    Adjust total distance Select the Adjust total distance button to change the Total distance. Use this option if you have not recorded a trip or part of a trip that you have taken and want to include the distance in the Total distance statistic.

  • Page 72: Fuel Gauge

    Fuel gauge The Fuel Gauge on the TripIntel page, and on the economy gauge is displayed based on the setting in the Vessel Setup page. You must select the Fuel Remaining measurement type. • Fuel consumed by engine(s) • Fuel tank level sensor(s) Ú...
  • Page 73 Change trip recording names Trips are given generic names when they are created. You can change the trip name to a more meaningful one by selecting it on the History list and then select the name in the Trip History details dialog.

  • Page 74: Autopilot

    Autopilot Safe operation with the autopilot Warning: An autopilot is a useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT replace a human navigator. Warning: Ensure the autopilot has been installed correctly, commissioned and calibrated before use. Ú Note: For safety reasons a physical standby key should be available.

  • Page 75: The Autopilot Controller

    The autopilot controller Control bar Autopilot controller, disengaged Autopilot controller, engaged Mode button Mode dependent information Mode dependent buttons Engage/Standby button Engaging and disengaging the autopilot To engage the autopilot: • Select the engage button to activate last active mode •...

  • Page 76: Autopilot Indication

    The autopilot will engage in the selected mode, and the autopilot controller will change to show active mode options. To disengage the autopilot: • Select the standby button When the autopilot is in standby, the boat must be steered manually. Autopilot indication The status bar shows autopilot information as long as an autopilot computer is connected.
  • Page 77 To change the set rudder angle • Select the port or starboard button Heading hold mode (A) In this mode the autopilot steers the vessel on the set heading. When the mode is activated, the autopilot selects the current compass heading as the set heading. Ú...
  • Page 78 NoDrift mode In NoDrift mode the vessel is steered along a calculated track line, from present position and in a direction set by the user. When the mode is activated, the autopilot will draw an invisible track line based on current heading from the vessel’s position. The autopilot will now use the position information to calculate the cross track distance, and automatically steer along the calculated track.
  • Page 79 Skip Skips the active waypoint and steers towards the next waypoint. This option is only available when navigating a route with more than one waypoint between the vessel position and the end of the route. Cancel Cancels active navigation and deselects the current route or waypoint navigation.
  • Page 80 The autopilot will keep the boat on the set wind angle until a new wind angle is set. Warning: In wind mode the autopilot steers to the apparent or true wind angle and not to a compass heading. Any wind shift could result in the vessel steering on an undesired course.
  • Page 81 Turn patterns The system includes a number of turn patterns, available when the autopilot is in auto mode. The number of turn patterns depend on autopilot computer. Ú Note: Turn patterns are not available if the boat type is set to sail.
  • Page 82 Turn variables: • Course change • Leg distance Square Steers the vessel in a square pattern, doing 90° course changes. Turn variable: • Leg distance S-turn Makes the vessel yaw around the main heading. When activated, the autopilot is switched to S-turns mode. Turn variables: •...
  • Page 83 It is recommended to turn on the AP Depth Data Missing alarm when using DCT. When this alarm is activated an alarm will be raised if the depth data is lost during DCT. To initiate a DCT turn • Steer the boat to the depth you want to track, and in the direction of the depth contour •...

  • Page 84: Autopilot Settings

    Autopilot settings The Autopilot settings dialog depends on which autopilot computer that is connected to the system. If more than one autopilot is connected, the Autopilot settings dialog shows option for the active autopilot. The settings are made during commissioning of the autopilot. Be careful of changing settings after commissioning is completed.
  • Page 85 NAC-2/NAC-3 specific user settings Autopilot Switches the view to the last active page with the autopilot controller open. Steering These options allow for manually changing low speed and high speed parameters that were set during the commissioning of the autopilot computer. For more details, refer to the separate documentation for the autopilot computer.
  • Page 86 faster, i.e. that it will more quickly catch up with the boat's movements. • Init rudder: Defines how the system moves the rudder when switching from manual steering to an automatic mode. - Rudder limit: Determines the maximum rudder movement in degrees from midship position that the autopilot can command the rudder in the automatic modes.
  • Page 87 • Tack time: Controls the rate of turn (tack time) when performing a tack in wind mode. • Tack angle: Controls the angle that the boat will tack to between 50º - 150º in Heading hold mode. • Wind function: Select what wind function the autopilot will use when in wind mode.

  • Page 88: Trolling Motor Autopilot

    Trolling motor autopilot Safe operation with the autopilot Warning: An autopilot is a useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT replace a human navigator. Warning: Ensure the autopilot has been installed correctly, commissioned and calibrated before use. Ú Note: For safety reasons a physical standby key should be available.

  • Page 89: The Autopilot Controller For Trolling Motor

    The autopilot controller for trolling motor Control bar Autopilot controller, disengaged Autopilot controller, engaged Mode button Mode dependent information Mode dependent buttons Engage/Standby button When the autopilot controller is the active panel, it is outlined with a border. Engaging and disengaging the autopilot To engage the autopilot: •...

  • Page 90: Autopilot Indication

    The autopilot will engage in the selected mode, and the autopilot controller will change to show active mode options. To disengage the autopilot: • Select the standby button When the autopilot is in standby, the boat must be steered manually. Autopilot indication The status bar shows autopilot information as long as an autopilot computer is connected.
  • Page 91 Waypoint Navigates to the selected waypoint, and then maintains the vessel at that position. Here Maintains the vessel at the current position. Change the position in anchor mode Use the arrow buttons to reposition the vessel when in anchor mode. Each press on a button will move the anchor position 1.5 m (5 ft) in the selected direction.
  • Page 92 fits your navigation needs before NAV mode is activated. Refer to "Arrival mode" on page 95. NAV mode options While in NAV mode the following buttons are available in the autopilot controller: Restart Restarts the navigation from the vessel’s current position. Skip Skips the active waypoint and steers towards the next waypoint.
  • Page 93 Turn variables All turn patters have settings that you can adjust before you start a turn, or at any time when the boat is in a turn. U-turn Changes the current set heading by 180°. Turn variable: • Turn radius C-turn Steers the vessel in a circle.

  • Page 94: Trolling Motor Speed Control

    Turn variables: • Course change per leg • Leg distance • Number of legs Square Steers the vessel in a square pattern, doing 90° course changes. Turn variable: • Leg distance • Number of legs S-turn Makes the vessel yaw around the main heading. Turn variables: •...

  • Page 95: Autopilot Settings

    Autopilot settings The options in the Autopilot settings dialog can vary. Chart compass Select to display a compass symbol around your boat on the chart panel. The compass symbol is off when the cursor is active on the panel. Arrival mode The autopilot switches from navigation mode to the selected arrival mode when the vessel reaches the destination point.
  • Page 96 Configure the Ghost trolling motor foot pedal keys You can configure three of the actions keys (A, B and C) on the Ghost series trolling motor foot pedal. Select an action from the drop-down list for each of the keys you want to configure.
  • Page 97 Trolling motor autopilot | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 98: Outboard Autopilot

    Outboard autopilot Safe operation with the autopilot Warning: An autopilot is a useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT replace a human navigator. Warning: Ensure the autopilot has been installed correctly, commissioned and calibrated before use. Ú Note: For safety reasons a physical standby key should be available.

  • Page 99: Outboard Motors Autopilot (Nac-1) Controller

    Outboard motors autopilot (NAC-1) controller Control bar Autopilot controller, disengaged Autopilot controller, engaged Mode indication Mode buttons Turns button Mode dependent buttons Standby button Engaging and disengaging the autopilot To engage the autopilot: • Select the engage button to activate last active mode •...

  • Page 100: Autopilot Indication

    The autopilot will engage in the selected mode, and the autopilot controller will change to show active mode options. To disengage the autopilot: • Select the standby button When the autopilot is in standby, the boat must be steered manually. Autopilot indication The status bar shows autopilot information as long as an autopilot computer is connected.
  • Page 101 Heading hold mode (A) In this mode the autopilot steers the vessel on the set heading. When the mode is activated, the autopilot selects the current compass heading as the set heading. Ú Note: In this mode the autopilot does not compensate for any drifting caused by current and/or wind (W).
  • Page 102 In NAV mode the autopilot automatically steers the vessel to a specific waypoint location, or along a pre-defined route. Position information is used to change the course to steer to keep the vessel on the track line to the destination waypoint. Ú...
  • Page 103 change is acceptable. If the turn is not accepted, the vessel will continue with the current set heading. The course change limit setting depends on the autopilot computer. Refer to the autopilot computer documentation. Turn patterns The system includes a number of turn patterns, available when the autopilot is in auto mode.
  • Page 104 Turn variable: • Rate of turn. Increasing the value makes the vessel turn a smaller circle. Spiral Makes the vessel turn in a spiral with a decreasing or increasing radius. Turn variables: • Initial radius • Change/turn. If this value is set to zero, the boat will turn in a circle.
  • Page 105 Warning: Do not use the DCT turn pattern unless the seabed is suitable. Do not use it in rocky waters where the depth is varying significantly over a small area. Ú Note: If depth data is lost during DCT the autopilot will automatically switch to auto mode.

  • Page 106: Autopilot Settings

    Turn variables • Ref. depth: this is the reference depth for the DCT function. When DCT is initiated the autopilot reads the current depth and set this as the reference depth. The reference depth can be changed when the function is running •...

  • Page 107: Radar

    Radar Ú Note: Radar is available if the unit has a Radar connection on the back. The radar panel can be set up as a full screen view or combined with other panels. The radar image can also be displayed as an overlay on a chart panel.

  • Page 108: Radar Overlay

    * Optional radar symbology. Radar symbology can be turned ON/OFF collectively from the radar menu, or individually as described in the radar settings dialog. ** The quick access buttons are accessed by touch operation. Radar overlay You can overlay the Radar image on the Chart. This can help you to easily interpret the radar image by correlating the radar targets with charted objects.

  • Page 109: Radar Operational Modes

    Selecting the radar source You specify the radar in the radar panel by selecting one of the available radars in the radar source menu option. If you have a multiple radar panel page, the radar is set individually for each radar panel.
  • Page 110 Power save options Opens the power save settings dialog. The power save options menu option is only available when the radar source is in standby mode. The settings made in the power save settings dialog are applied when the Set option is selected. Use the power save settings dialog to specify the number of scans while transmitting and the amount of time the radar source will be in standby, during power save mode.

  • Page 111: Adjusting The Radar Range

    Adjusting the radar range The radar range is shown in the system information area on the radar image. Use the zoom buttons to increase or decrease the range. Dual range Ú Note: Halo 20 does not support dual range. When connected to a Halo radar (other than Halo 20), it is possible to run the radar in Dual Range mode.

  • Page 112: Using The Cursor On A Radar Panel

    Main radar PPI Radar overlay on a chart Using the cursor on a radar panel By default, the cursor is not shown on a radar panel. When you position the cursor on the radar panel, the cursor position window is activated. The cursor assist function Ú...

  • Page 113: Adjusting The Radar Image

    Adjusting the radar image The radar image can be improved by adjusting the gain, by filtering out unwanted echoes due to sea clutter, rain or other weather conditions, and by tuning the sensitivity of the radar receiver. You can adjust the gain, sea clutter, and rain clutter by selecting the relevant icon in the top right corner of the radar panel or from the radar panel main menu.
  • Page 114 Bird mode The radar settings are optimized for best detection of birds. The radar is set up for maximum sensitivity. This mode is not recommended for use in congested harbor environments. Available controls for the various use modes Not all controls are adjustable in each mode. The following table shows preset controls and adjust-ability for each control.
  • Page 115 Directional clutter rejection This mode is active when Sea clutter is set to Auto or Harbor/ Offshore (options are dependent on the radar model). The gain of the radar receiver is adjusted dynamically during the 360 deg. sweep according to the sea clutter level, for increased target sensitivity to leeward and in heavier sea states.

  • Page 116: Tracking Targets

    Sea State Set the Sea State control according to current sea conditions for best sea clutter rejection. Rain clutter Rain clutter is used to reduce the effect of rain, snow or other weather conditions on the radar image. When you increase the value, the sensitivity of the long distance field clutter caused by rain is reduced.
  • Page 117 To specify which targets are displayed in the radar panel, use the vessels and tracked targets dialog to define dangerous targets, targets of interest and create target filters. Refer to "Vessels and tracked targets" on page 134. The guard zone option or target tracking zone option depends on the radar source capability.
  • Page 118 Creating guard zones or target tracking zones A guard zone or target tracking zone is an area (either circular or a sector) that you can define on the radar image. When activated, an alarm alerts you when a radar target enters or exits the zone. Defining a guard zone or a target tracking zone Ensure that the cursor is not active.
  • Page 119 Watching targets Use this option to help you follow specific targets on the radar image. Select a target, then select the Watch target option. The target becomes highlighted. Repeat the process to watch another target. Multiple targets can be watched. Stop watching targets You can stop watching targets which no longer need special attention.
  • Page 120 Tracked moving radar target with course extension. Shows the tracked target ring and the target ID number. Tracked dangerous radar moving target (yellow), with trail when target history is enabled. The yellow color is shown when the radar palette is black/red or black/green.
  • Page 121 Possible target tracking errors Some factors can generate tracking errors or make the radar image difficult to read, and therefore reduce target detection capability: • Sea, rain, snow and low clouds returns • Radar Interference • Sidelobe echoes • Blind sectors •...
  • Page 122 Adjustment option is available in the advanced menu. See "Rejecting radar interference" on page 125. Second trace echo A second trace echo is an echo received from a distant target, received after the following pulse has been transmitted. Second trace echoes are present only under abnormal atmospheric conditions, or in condition of super-refraction.

  • Page 123: Dangerous Targets

    Use the sector blanking feature to stop the radar from transmitting on up to four sectors in the image. Refer to "Sector blanking" on page 111. Low signal to noise ratio and signal to clutter ratio In situations where the signal to noise or the signal to clutter ratio of the radar echoes is low (small vessels in heavy sea or rain clutter, or big vessels close to the radar horizon), target detection is poor and the tracking will not detect the target at each antenna revolution.

  • Page 124: Advanced Radar Options

    Disable, closes the message dialog and cancels the dangerous • target alert for all vessels. You can re-enable the dangerous vessel alert in the Vessels section of the Alarms settings dialog. Ú Note: When Disable is selected, the Dangerous target alert option in the Alarms settings dialog is turned off.

  • Page 125: More Options

    Rejecting radar interference The Interference rejection (IR or Interf. rej.) option is used to eliminate second trace echoes from far distance targets, and the interference from radar units operating in the same frequency band. When the IR is ON, transceiver pulse staggering is enabled. When enabled, the transceiver PRF is changed slightly for each sweep.
  • Page 126 VelocityTrack Ú Note: When VelocityTrack is enabled antenna rotation speed may be reduced. Ú Note: When operating the radar in Dual range mode with one of the ranges set to 36 nm or more, increased VelocityTrack coloring noise over land areas may be seen. Doppler coloring is a navigation aid to distinguish moving targets approaching or diverging from your vessel.
  • Page 127 option is selected, newly connected radars will use the specified values automatically. VelocityTrack examples Approaching and diverging moving targets can be indicated as neutral (not colored) in some circumstances. The navigator should be aware of these situations to safely use the VelocityTrack feature as an aid for collision avoidance.
  • Page 128 Red (C1/C2 and D1/D2), indicating the target is on an • approaching path to own vessel. Its relative speed at that point is greater than the VelocityTrack speed threshold. Not colored (C3 and D3/D4), indicating it is temporarily neutral • because its relative speed at that point is less than the VelocityTrack speed threshold.
  • Page 129 activated. When the ship turns the bearing scale remains fixed, while the heading line rotates with the ship's yawing and course change. The course up orientation is reset by re-selecting the course up mode. Offsetting the PPI center You can set the antenna position origin to a different location on the radar PPI.
  • Page 130 Relative motion In relative motion your vessel remains in a fixed location on the Radar PPI, and all other objects move relative to your position. You select the position of the fixed location as described in "Offsetting the PPI center" on page 129. True motion In true motion your vessel and all moving targets move across the Radar PPI as you travel.
  • Page 131 You can set the length of the trails. The length represents the time it takes for the trails to fade out. You can also turn OFF target trails. Clear trails The clear trails option clears target trails from your radar panel temporarily.

  • Page 132: Recording Radar Data

    Placing EBL/VRM markers by using the cursor Position the cursor on the radar image Activate the menu Select one of the EBL/VRM markers - The EBL line and the VRM circle are positioned according to the cursor position. Offsetting an EBL/VRM marker Ensure that the cursor is not active Activate the menu, select EBL/VRM, then select the marker you wish to offset...

  • Page 133: Radar Settings

    Radar settings Radar panel symbology Select to show or deselect to hide symbology on the radar panel: • North indicator • Range rings You can specify the number of rings to be displayed on the radar panel from the Advanced settings dialog. Radar | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...
  • Page 134 • Range markers • Compass • Heading line • Active route Radar panel symbology can be collectively turned on/off from the Symbology option in the More sub-menu if they are selected to show in the radar settings dialog. Bearings Used for selecting whether the bearing should be measured in relation to True/Magnetic North (°T/°M), or relative to own vessel (°R).
  • Page 135 • Dangerous targets - Time to closest point of approach - specify the time of approach in which a vessel is to be considered dangerous. - Closest point of approach - specify the closest point of approach in which a vessel is to be considered dangerous. This setting determines the size of the safe ring if safe ring is enabled, refer to "Safe ring"...

  • Page 136: Ais

    About AIS If a compatible AIS (Automatic Identification System) is connected to the system, AIS targets can be displayed and tracked. You can also see messages and position for DSC transmitting devices within range. AIS targets can be displayed as overlay on chart and radar images. The AIS is an important tool for safe travelling and collision avoidance.
  • Page 137 By default, the dialog lists targets, arranged by distance to own vessel. You can select to change the sort order, and to display only a selected target type. The vessels dialog also lists received AIS messages. AIS vessel details Detailed information about an AIS target is available from the AIS vessels details dialog.

  • Page 138: Calling An Ais Vessel

    AIS information on radar panels The radar data bar includes information about targets. The targets are listed with the closest target on top, and are color coded to indicate target status. Calling an AIS vessel If the system includes a VHF radio supporting DSC (Digital Select Calling) calls over NMEA 2000, a DSC call can be initiated to other vessels from the unit.

  • Page 139: Ais Sart

    AIS SART When an AIS SART (Search and Rescue Transponder) is activated, it starts transmitting its position and identification data. This data is received by your AIS device. If your AIS receiver is not compliant with AIS SART, it interprets the received AIS SART data as a signal from a standard AIS transmitter.

  • Page 140: Vessel Alarms

    • Save the waypoint - The waypoint is saved to your waypoint list. This waypoint name is prefixed with MOB AIS SART - followed by the unique MMSI number of the SART. For example, MOB AIS SART - 12345678. • Activate the MOB function - The display switches to a zoomed chart panel, centered on the AIS SART position.

  • Page 141: Ais Target Symbols And Icons

    Dangerous target alerts When a vessel meets the dangerous target criteria set in the Vessels and tracked targets dialog (TCPA/CPA settings) and if the Dangerous target alert option in the Alarms settings dialog is enabled, a dangerous target alert message dialog is displayed. The following options are available in the message dialog: Disable, closes the message dialog and cancels the dangerous •...
  • Page 142 Symbol Description AIS scaled target. The symbol is scaled according to physical size of the vessel as obtained from AIS info, if available. AIS moving target with predicted course extension (dashed line). Will show as a straight line if going straight or if no rate-of-turn AIS data is available.
  • Page 143 Symbol Description Selected AIS target, indicated with square corners around the target symbol. Lost AIS target, indicated with a line on the target symbol. The symbol is located at the last received position from the target AIS AtoN (Aids To Navigation) target symbol. AIS AtoN (Aids To Navigation) target symbol.

  • Page 144: Vessel Settings

    Vessel settings MMSI Used for entering your own MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number into the system. You need to have this number entered to receive addressed messages from AIS and DSC vessels. You also need to have your MMSI number entered to avoid seeing your own vessel as an AIS target.
  • Page 145 • Dangerous targets - Time to closest point of approach - specify the time of approach in which a vessel is to be considered dangerous. - Closest point of approach - specify the closest point of approach in which a vessel is to be considered dangerous. •...

  • Page 146: Echosounder

    Echosounder About The echosounder function provides a view of the water and bottom beneath your vessel, allowing you to detect fish and examine the structure of the sea floor. Requirements The unit has a built-in echosounder. A compatible echosounder transducer is required. The image Surface Bottom...

  • Page 147: Zooming The Image

    Zooming the image You can zoom the image. The zoom level is shown on the image. If the cursor is active, the system zooms in where the cursor is positioned. Zoom bar The zoom bar (A) is displayed when you zoom the image. Ú...

  • Page 148: Measuring Distance

    Measuring distance The cursor can be used to measure the distance between the positions of two observations on the image. Position the cursor on the point from where you want to measure the distance Select the measure menu option Ú Note: The measure option is not available unless the cursor is placed on the image.

  • Page 149: Recording Log Data

    Recording log data Start recording log data You can start recording log data and save the file internally in the unit, or save it onto a storage device connected to the unit. When the data is being recorded, there is a flashing red symbol in the top left corner and a message appears periodically at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 150: Viewing Recorded Data

    Viewing recorded data Both internally and externally stored sounder records can be reviewed when the view sonar log option is selected in the echo settings dialog. Refer to "Echosounder settings" on page 156. Upload sonar logs to C-MAP Genesis To upload sonar logs to C-MAP Genesis do one of the following: •...
  • Page 151 Range The range setting determines the water depth that is visible on the screen. Ú Note: Setting a deep range in shallow water may cause the system to lose track of the depth. Preset range levels Select a preset range level manually from the menu. Auto range In auto range, the system automatically displays the whole range from the water surface to the bottom.

  • Page 152: Advanced Options

    Color Strong and weak echo signals have different colors to indicate the different signal strengths. The colors used depend on which palette you select. The more you increase the color setting, the more echoes are displayed in the color at the strong return end of the scale. Source Ú...

  • Page 153: More Options

    Ú Note: In certain conditions it may be necessary to adjust the scroll speed to get a more useful image. Such as adjusting the image to a faster speed when vertically fishing without moving. Ping Speed Ping speed controls the rate the transducer transmits the signal into the water.
  • Page 154 The range zoom bars on the right side of the display shows the range that is magnified. If you increase the zooming factor the range is reduced. You see this as reduced distance between the zoom bars. Move the zoom bars up/down on the image to view different depths of the water column.
  • Page 155 Overlay DownScan When a DownScan capable transducer is connected to your system, you can overlay DownScan images on the regular Echosounder image. When overlay DownScan is activated, the Echosounder panel menu expands to include basic DownScan options. Pause Pauses the image, allowing you to examine the image in detail. The pause function stops the echosounder from pinging.

  • Page 156: Echosounder Settings

    Echosounder settings View sonar log Used to view recordings. The log file is displayed as a paused image, and you control the scrolling and display from the menu. You can use the cursor on the image, measure distance, and set view options as on a live image.
  • Page 157 • To show the depth from the lowest point of the vessel to the bottom, set the offset equal to the vertical distance between the transducer and the lowest part of the vessel, A (negative value). • To show the depth from the water surface to the bottom, set the offset equal to the vertical distance between the transducer and the water surface, B (positive value) •...
  • Page 158 Network Echosounder Select to share transducers from this unit with other units connected on the Ethernet network. In addition, the setting must be selected in order to see other enabled sonar devices on the network. When unselected, transducers connected to this unit cannot be shared with other units connected on the network, nor can it see other sources on the network that have this feature enabled.

  • Page 159: Sidescan

    SideScan About SideScan SideScan provides a wide coverage in high detail of the seabed to the sides of your boat. The SideScan panel is available when a SideScan capable transducer is connected to the system. The SideScan panel Left-side bottom Structure on bottom Center water column Right-side bottom...

  • Page 160: Using The Cursor On The Panel

    Using the cursor on the panel When you position the cursor on the panel, the image pauses and the cursor information window is activated. The left/right distance from the vessel to the cursor are shown at the cursor position. Viewing history In a SideScan view, pan the image to see sides and history by maneuvering the image left, right, and up.
  • Page 161 For source setup information, refer to the unit's Installation Manual. Range The range setting determines the distance out to the left and right of the center. Preset range levels Select a preset range level manually from the menu. Auto range In auto range, the system automatically displays the whole range from the water surface to the bottom.

  • Page 162: Advanced Options

    Advanced options Wave action and boat wakes can cause onscreen clutter near the surface. The TVG (Time Variable Gain) option reduces surface clutter by decreasing the sensitivity of the receiver near the surface. Flipping the image left/right If required, flips the left/right side of the image to match the direction of the transducer installation.

  • Page 163: Downscan

    DownScan About DownScan DownScan provides detailed images of structure and fish directly below your boat. The DownScan panel is available when a DownScan capable transducer is connected to the system. The DownScan panel Surface Fish arch. The fish arches come from the FishReveal feature. The FishReveal feature is enabled by default, but if it is turned off then the fish arches are not shown on the DownScan image.

  • Page 164: Using The Cursor On The Panel

    Using the cursor on the panel When you position the cursor on the panel, the image pauses and the cursor information window is activated. The depth of the cursor is shown at the cursor position. Viewing DownScan history You can pan the image history by dragging the image to the left and right.
  • Page 165 Ú Note: Setting a deep range in shallow water may cause the system to lose track of the depth. Frequencies Two frequencies are supported. 800 kHz provides the sharpest image without sacrificing range. While 455 kHz can be used in deeper waters, or for expanded range capabilities.

  • Page 166: Advanced Options

    Palette Select between several display palettes optimized for a variety of fishing conditions. Ú Note: Palette choice is often a user preference, and may vary depending on the fishing conditions. It is best to select a palette that provides good contrast between the image details and FishReveal arches.

  • Page 167: Echosounder Settings

    Echosounder settings Use the echosounder settings dialog to make settings to your echosounder system. Refer to "Echosounder settings" on page 156. DownScan | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 168: Structuremap

    StructureMap About StructureMap The StructureMap feature overlays SideScan images from a SideScan source on the map. This makes it easier to visualize the underwater environment in relation to your position, and aids in interpreting SideScan images. The StructureMap image StructureMap can be displayed as an overlay on your chart panel. When the Structure overlay is selected, the chart menu increases to show the Structure options.

  • Page 169: Structuremap Tips

    Live data When live data is selected, the SideScan imaging history is displayed as a trail behind the vessel icon. The length of this trail varies depending on available memory in the unit and range settings. As the memory fills up, the oldest data is automatically deleted as new data is added.

  • Page 170: Using Structuremap With Mapping Cards

    Using StructureMap with mapping cards StructureMap allows you to maintain full chart capability and can be used with embedded cartography as well as Navionics, Insight and other third-party charting cards compatible with the system. When using StructureMap with mapping cards, copy the StructureMap (.smf ) files to the unit’s internal memory.
  • Page 171 Frequencies Two frequencies are supported. 800 kHz provides the sharpest image without sacrificing range. While 455 kHz can be used in deeper waters, or for expanded range capabilities. Clear live history Clears existing live history data from the screen and begins showing only the most current data.

  • Page 172: Forwardscan

    ForwardScan About ForwardScan ForwardScan sonar is a navigational aid that helps you monitor the underwater environment in front of your vessel while carrying out slow speed maneuvers. To use the ForwardScan feature you must have a ForwardScan transducer mounted on your vessel. The ForwardScan transducer must be connected to a compatible sonar module (or another unit which has built-in sonar shared over the network).

  • Page 173: Setting Up The Forwardscan Image

    Bottom Depth history Setting up the ForwardScan image Source Ú Note: Available only if multiple sources with the same capability are available. Used to specify the source for the image in the active panel. You can display different sources simultaneously, using a multi- panel page configuration.

  • Page 174: More Options

    More options Pause Pauses the image, allowing you to examine the image in detail. The pause function stops the echosounder from pinging. The system is not collecting data when paused in this manner. Palettes Use for selecting the image's color palette. History ratio Controls how much sounder history is shown behind the boat.

  • Page 175: Forwardscan Installation Settings

    Red - Critical Yellow - Warning Green - Safe Setting up ForwardScan extensions Select ForwardScan in the chart settings dialog to view the ForwardScan heading extension on the chart panel. ForwardScan installation settings Specify the setup in the ForwardScan installation dialog. ForwardScan | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...
  • Page 176 Critical forward range and Critical depth Critical Forward Range and Critical Depth are user-selected thresholds that define a critical zone forward of your vessel. If the alarm is turned ON and you travel into water shallow enough to cross into the critical zone, the Critical Zone alarm is activated. To receive Critical Zone alarms, enable the Forward range alarm in the Alarm settings dialog.
  • Page 177 Warning forward range and warning depth Set the warning forward range and warning depth thresholds that define the warning zone lines shown on the ForwardScan image. Offset angle The offset angle is used to fine tune the transducer angle if the transducer is not installed parallel to the waterline.
  • Page 178 • To show the depth from the lowest point of the vessel to the bottom, set the offset equal to the vertical distance between the transducer and the lowest part of the vessel, A (negative value). • To show the depth from the water surface to the bottom, set the offset equal to the vertical distance between the transducer and the water surface, B (positive value) •...

  • Page 179: Instruments

    Instruments About Instrument panels The panels consist of multiple gauges that can be arranged on dashboards. The panels can be created with analog, digital, and bar gauges. Pre-defined dashboards and templates are included. Example: Selecting a dashboard You switch between the dashboards by: •...
  • Page 180 Starting from blank Select to create your own dashboard from scratch. Use menu options to name the dashboard and manage gauges on the dashboard. Copying an existing layout Select to copy an existing layout that you have made. Use menu options to name the dashboard and manage gauges on the dashboard.
  • Page 181 Choosing gauge data Select the gauge in the dashboard and then the info menu option to choose the data to be shown on the gauge. Instruments | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 182: Audio

    Audio About the audio function If a compatible audio server is properly installed/connected and setup with your system, you can use the unit to control and customize the audio system on your vessel. For audio device installation, setup and connection information, refer to the documentation included with the audio device.

  • Page 183: Setting Up The Audio System

    Setting up the audio system Audio server If multiple audio sources are connected to the same network, one of the devices must be selected as the audio server. If only one device is present, it is the selected audio server by default. Setting up the speakers Ú...

  • Page 184: Sirius Radio

    Selecting the tuner region Before using FM, AM or a VHF radio, you must select the appropriate region for your location. Radio channels To tune in to an AM/FM radio channel: • press and hold the left or right audio control button To save a channel as a favorite: •...
  • Page 185 Sirius favorite channels You can create your favorite channels from within the list of all channels and the list of subscribed channels. Selecting a Sirius channel To select a channel: • select the left or right audio control button To page through favorite channels: •...

  • Page 186: Weather

    Weather About the weather feature The system includes weather functionality that allows the user to view forecast data overlaid on the chart. This helps gaining a clear understanding of the weather conditions that are likely to appear. The system supports weather data in GRIB format, available for download from various weather service suppliers.

  • Page 187: Showing Weather Details

    Showing weather details If pop-up is enabled, you can select a weather icon to display the identity of the observation. If you select the pop-up, more information about the observation is displayed. You can also display weather information from the menu when the weather icon is selected and the 'Info - Weather item' menu option is selected.
  • Page 188 • From the forecast menu option on the chart panel. The Grib weather option is only available if Grib weather is set as the overlay on the chart. Weather | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...
  • Page 189 Displaying GRIB weather as overlay Imported GRIB weather data can be displayed as an overlay on your chart panel. When the GRIB weather overlay option is selected, the chart menu increases to show GRIB weather options. From this menu you can select which weather symbols you want to display, set the distance between the barbs, and adjust the opaqueness of the weather symbols.

  • Page 190: Siriusxm Weather

    Select time and animation speed from the menu. SiriusXM weather About SiriusXM weather Ú Note: SiriusXM weather is available for North America only. When a supported Navico satellite weather receiver module is connected to your system and with the appropriate subscription, SiriusXM marine weather information is available.
  • Page 191 When weather overlay is selected, the chart menu increases to show the available weather options. Precipitation color shading Surface observations Storm icon Wind barb Sea Surface Temperature (SST) color shading SST color bar Local weather The local weather dialog shows current weather and weather forecast for your current location.
  • Page 192 Weather options View options Precipitation Shades of color are used to show precipitation type and intensity. The darkest color indicates the highest intensity. Rain From light green (light rain) - yellow - orange - to dark red (heavy rain) Snow Blue Mixed Pink...
  • Page 193 indicating lower clouds. Cloud tops cannot be shown at the same time as Precipitation or Echo Tops. Ú Note: This feature is only available for certain SiriusXM subscriptions. Echo tops Turns Echo tops on/off. Echo tops indicate the tops of storms. The color palette used is the same as for Precipitation.
  • Page 194 You can select a marine zone and view its forecast. You can also select a marine zone as your current zone of interest to be notified of any weather warnings in that zone. Tropical statements You can read tropical statements including information about tropical weather conditions.

  • Page 195: Weather Alarms

    • with colored wave height overlay, you can animate the future (the predictions). When activated, the time for the current graphic animation is displayed in the panel. Transparency Adjusts the transparency of the overlay. Weather alarms You can setup lightning or storm alarms to occur when the conditions are within a certain range of your vessel.

  • Page 196: Time Plots

    Time plots The system can present data history in different plots. The plots can be displayed in full page, or combined with other panels. The Time plot panel The Time plot panel consists of two predefined layouts. You switch between the layouts by selecting the left and right panel arrows. You can also select the layout from the menu.
  • Page 197 The data available for the Time plots are by default the sources used by the system. If more than one data source is available for a data type you can select to show alternative data source in the Time plot. You change the data type by using the data source option in the menu.

  • Page 198: Alarms

    Alarms About the alarm system The system continuously checks for dangerous situations and system faults while the system is running. Type of messages The messages are classified according to how the reported situation affects your vessel. The following color codes are used: Color Importance Critical...

  • Page 199: Alarms

    • Close Sets the alarm state to acknowledged. The siren/buzzer stops and the alarm dialog is removed. However, the alarm remains active in the alarm listing until the reason for the alarm has been removed. • Disable Disables the current alarm setting. The alarm does not show again unless you turn it back on in the alarm settings dialog.
  • Page 200 Active alarms Lists all active alarms with details. Alarms remain active until the alarm is acknowledged or the reason for the alarm is removed. Alarms history Lists the alarm history with time stamp. The alarms remain in the list until they are manually cleared. Settings List of all available alarm options in the system, with current settings.

  • Page 201: Internet Connection

    Internet connection Internet usage Some features in this product use an internet connection to perform data downloads and uploads. Internet usage via a connected mobile/cell phone internet connection or a pay-per-MB type internet connection may require large data usage. Your service provider may charge you based on the amount of data you transfer.
  • Page 202 Connect to the internet Used for connecting to a hotspot which has internet access. When connected, the text changes to include Already connected. Connect your phone/tablet Used for connecting a phone or tablet to the MFD. Refer to "Remote control of the MFD" on page 205. Bluetooth Enables the built-in Bluetooth functionality.
  • Page 203 Hotspot settings Select to display the MFD's hotspot network name (SSID) and key. Only available when the MFD built-in hotspot is turned on. Remembered hotspots Displays hotspots the unit has been connected to in the past. Remote controllers When a wireless device (smart phone or tablet) is connected, it should appear in the Remote controllers list.
  • Page 204 Iperf Iperf is a commonly used network performance tool. It is provided for testing wireless network performance around the vessel so weak spots or problem areas can be identified. The application must be installed on and run from a tablet device. The unit must be running Iperf server before initiating the test from the tablet.

  • Page 205: Remote Control Of The Mfd

    Remote control of the MFD Remote control options The following options are available for remotely controlling your MFD: • a smartphone or a tablet, connected to the same WiFi hotspot as the MFD(s) • a smartphone or a tablet, connected to an MFD acting as a WiFi access point Ú...
  • Page 206 Connecting to an MFD acting as an access point If you do not have access to a WiFi network, you can connect your phone/tablet directly to the MFD. The MFD network name (SSID) will be displayed as an available network in the phone/tablet. Using the Link app Start the Link app to display MFD(s) available for remote control.
  • Page 207 Managing WiFi connected remotes You can change the access level and remove the WiFi connected remote controllers. Remote control of the MFD | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 208: Using Your Phone With The Mfd

    Using your phone with the MFD About phone integration The following functions are available when connecting a phone to the unit: • read and send text messages • view caller ID for incoming calls Ú Note: It is possible to use a smartphone to remotely control the MFD.

  • Page 209: Phone Notifications

    • select the phone you want to pair, and follow the instructions on the phone and on the MFD When paired, the phone is moved to the paired device section in the dialog. To connect a paired phone: • select the phone you want to connect to When the phone and the unit are connected, a phone icon is shown on the status bar.

  • Page 210: Phone Troubleshooting

    Responding to an incoming call A call must be answered or rejected from the phone. You can respond to an incoming call by a text message (not available for iPhones). Message settings You can define message templates and set how you want the alert to appear in the settings dialog.

  • Page 211: Managing Bluetooth Devices

    Missing notifications By default, the connection profile for the phone is set to auto. The connection profile should be changed to alternative if one of the following issues occurs: • the phone is connected and the alert type is set to pop-up or notification, but there is either no alert or the alert is very delayed •...

  • Page 212: Tools And Settings

    Tools and settings This chapter includes description for tools and for settings that are not specific to any application panel. For application settings, refer to the relevant chapter for the application. Tools and settings are available from the Home page. The toolbar This chapter includes descriptions for toolbar tools.

  • Page 213: Settings

    TripIntel TripIntel lets you store and recall information on trips. Refer to "TripIntel" on page 69. Sun, Moon Displays sunrise, sunset, moonrise and moonset for a position based on entered date and the position’s latitude/longitude. Storage Access to the file management system. Use to browse and manage the contents of the unit's internal memory and storage devices connected to the unit.
  • Page 214 System settings Language Controls the language used on this unit. Boat settings Used to specify the physical attributes of the boat. Text size Used for setting the text size in menus and dialogs. Key beeps Controls the loudness of the beep sound that occurs when physical interaction is made with the unit.
  • Page 215 From within this dialog you can select and configure the active GPS sensor. PIN code Sets a PIN code to prevent unauthorized access to your system's settings. Ú Note: Record the PIN code and store it in a safe place. When you establish password protection, the PIN code must be entered when any of the following are selected.
  • Page 216 Power control Setting that determines unit's response to the signal applied to the power control wire. For more information, refer to the unit's installation manual. Advanced Used for configuration of advanced settings and how your system displays various user interface information. Enabling or disabling features Use the feature option to enable or disable features that are not automatically enabled or disabled by the system.
  • Page 217 The Support option accesses the built-in service assistant, refer to "Service report" on page 223. Services Used for accessing web sites that provide feature services. Tools and settings | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 218: Simulator

    Simulator About The simulation feature lets you see how the unit works without being connected to sensors or other devices. The status bar indicates if the simulator is toggled on. Retail mode In this mode a retail demonstration for the selected region is shown. If you operate the unit when retail mode is running, the demonstration pauses.

  • Page 219: Advanced Simulator Settings

    Advanced simulator settings The advanced simulator settings allows for manually controlling the simulator. Simulator | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 220: Maintenance

    Maintenance Preventive maintenance The unit does not contain any field serviceable components. Therefore, the operator is required to perform only a very limited amount of preventative maintenance. Sun cover It is recommended that you always fit the sun cover when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 221: Software Updates

    Software updates Before initiating an update to the unit, be sure to back up any potentially valuable user data. Refer to "Backing up your system data" on page 224. Installed software and software updates The about dialog shows the software version currently installed on this unit (A).
  • Page 222 You will be notified if new software updates are available. You can also manually start the update(s) from the Updates dialog. Update the software from a storage device You can download the software update from www.simrad- yachting.com. Transfer the update file(s) to a compatible storage device, and then insert the storage device in the unit.

  • Page 223: Service Report

    Service report The system has a built-in service assistant that creates a report about the unit. The service report is used to assist in technical support enquiries. It can also include information about devices connected to the network(s). The report includes the software version, serial number, and information from the settings file.

  • Page 224: Backing Up Your System Data

    Backing up your system data It is recommended to regularly copy user data and your system settings database as part of your back-up routine. Waypoints The waypoints option in the storage dialog allows for managing user data. Export format The following formats are available for export: User Data File version 6 •...
  • Page 225 User data file version 2 (no depth) • Can be used when transferring user data from one system to a legacy product GPX (GPS Exchange, no depth) • This is the format most used on the web that shares among most GPS systems.
  • Page 226 Purging user data Deleted user data are stored in the unit's memory until the data is purged. If you have numerous deleted, unpurged user data, purging may improve the performance of your system. Ú Note: When user data is deleted and/or purged from the memory, it cannot be recovered.
  • Page 227 Browse the memory and select the desired backup file to start the import Maintenance | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 228: Integration Of 3 Rd Party Devices

    Integration of 3 party devices Several 3 party devices can be connected to the unit. The applications are displayed on separate panels or integrated with other panels. A device connected to the NMEA 2000 network should automatically be identified by the system. If not, enable the feature from the advanced option in the System settings dialog.

  • Page 229: Yamaha Engine Integration

    When the feature is also enabled in the advanced settings features dialog: • A Suzuki icon is added to the home page - select it to display the engine instrument panel. You can customize which data is displayed on the instrument panel.

  • Page 230: Bep Czone Integration

    Refer to "Audio" on page 182 for more information. BEP CZone integration The unit integrates with the BEP CZone system. It is used for controlling and monitoring a distributed power system on your vessel. The CZone icon is available in the toolbar on the Home page when a CZone system is available on the network.
  • Page 231 • Un-select the devices that are to be removed from the control bar. • Select None to remove all CZone devices from the control bar. Multiple switching devices can be connected to the network. When you select to display more than the maximum of devices allowed at a time, a message informs you the maximum has been reached.

  • Page 232: Power-Pole Anchors

    Communication error If a communication error occurs between the MFD and the CZone digital switching device, an error message is shown in the control bar. Power-Pole anchors Power-Pole anchors, which can be controlled by the C-Monster Control System installed on your boat, can be controlled from the unit.
  • Page 233 Single Power-Pole controller Dual Power-Poles controller On a dual controller you can raise and lower the Power-Poles separately, or press the sync (links) button to allow for control of both with a single press of the auto buttons or the manual up and down buttons.

  • Page 234: Power-Pole Charge Module

    Power-Pole Charge module The Power-Pole battery charge management system displays battery status information. For installation, wiring and setup information, refer to the Power- Pole documentation supplied with the charge module. Engine battery/batteries Battery connections Power-Pole charge module Auxiliary battery/batteries Charge module AC power source connection Battery icons Color Indicates...

  • Page 235: Naviop

    Naviop If this device is on the same NMEA 2000 network as a Naviop Loop system, this device can be used to operate the Naviop Loop system. For details, refer to the documentation following the Naviop system. Integration of 3 party devices | GO XSE/XSR Operator Manual...

  • Page 236: Appendix

    Appendix Touchscreen operation Basic touchscreen operation on the different panels is shown in the table below. The panel sections in this manual have more information about panel specific touchscreen operation. Icon Description Tap to: • Activate a panel on a multi-panel page •...

  • Page 237: Status Bar Icon Definitions

    Icon Description Pan to position a chart or sonar image on the panel. Pinch to zoom out on the chart or on an image. Ú Note: Not available for zooming sonar images. Spread to zoom in on the chart or on an image. Ú...
  • Page 238 Icon Definition Autopilot turns - autopilot is turning the vessel in a turn mode: C turn, Depth turn, S turns, Spiral turn, Square turn, ZigZag turns. In most cases, when the turn is completed the turn icon is replaced with an autopilot mode icon.
  • Page 239 Icon Definition Radar is transmitting. If you want to pause the radar, select the pause option in the Radar page menu. A compatible remote controller is connected to the unit. The system is synchronizing data during startup. File transfer problem, caused by an interruption in the internet communication.
  • Page 242 ®Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off, and ™ common law marks. Visit www.navico.com/intellectual-property to review the global trade- www.simrad-yachting.com mark rights and accreditations for Navico Holding AS and other entities.

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