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Raymarine SL70RC PLUS Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 Distributed by Any reference to Raytheon or RTN in this manual should be interpreted as Raymarine. The names Raytheon and RTN are owned by the Raytheon Company.
  • Page 2 SL70RC PLUS Series Radar/ Chartplotter Display Owner’s Handbook Document number: 81206-1 Date:March 2002...
  • Page 4 Radar/Chartplotter SL70RC PLUS Series Display Owner’s Handbook March 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.
  • Page 5 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 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...

  • Page 6: Preface

    SL70MRC Color display SL70CRC Note: Radar systems are supplied with an appropriate Raymarine scanner unit and inter-connecting cable. Details for installing the scanner are de- scribed 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.

  • Page 7: Emc Conformance

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 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.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface .................... 1.v Warranty ..................1.v EMC Conformance ..............1.vi Chapter 1: Overview ..................1.1 How to Use This Handbook ............1.1 1.1 General ..................1.3 PLUS Display Units ..............1.3 Operating Modes ................1.4 Heading and Position Data ............1.5 1.2 The Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display ..........
  • Page 9 viii SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 2.4 Radar Display Control Functions ..........2.17 Using the Zoom Function - SL70MRC Mono Display ....2.17 Using the Zoom Function - SL70CRC Color Displays ....2.18 Offsetting the Center ..............2.20 Hiding the Ship’s Heading Marker (SHM) .........
  • Page 10 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 ..................
  • Page 11 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Going To an Individual Target Point ........... 5.32 Stop Follow or Stop Goto ............5.33 5.6 Transferring Waypoints and Routes ........... 5.34 5.7 Using Tracks ................5.37 Setting Up a Track ..............5.38 Clearing the Current Track ............
  • Page 12 Variation Source ................7.8 Bridge NMEA Heading ..............7.8 NMEA Out Set Up ................ 7.9 Cursor Echo .................. 7.9 Date and Time Settings ..............7.9 GPS SOG/COG Filter ..............7.10 Compass Set Up ................7.10 Language ..................7.10 Simulator ..................7.10 7.4 Radar Set Up Parameters .............7.11 EBL Display ................7.11 Timed Transmission Option ............
  • Page 13 EMC Servicing and Safety Guidelines ......... 9.2 9.2 Resetting the System ..............9.2 9.3 Problem Solving ................9.4 Technical Support: ................ 9.4 How to Contact Raymarine (US) ..........9.5 How to Contact Raymarine (Europe) ........... 9.6 Worldwide Support ............... 9.6...
  • Page 14 Raystar 120 WAAS Satellite Differential Receiver ......B.6 Appendix C: C-MAP Chart Card Features ............C.1 Appendix D: SeaTalk and NMEA Data Received and Transmitted ....D.1 Appendix E: Connecting a Raymarine Heading Sensor ........E.1 G-Series Course Computer ............E.1 Appendix F: Abbreviations ..................F.1...
  • Page 15 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays...

  • Page 16: Chapter 1: Overview

    Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1: Overview How to Use This Handbook This handbook describes the following displays: SL70MRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter, 7" Mono Display SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter, 7" Colour LCD Display If you are installing the display system yourself, you should read Chapter 8 before you start the installation.
  • Page 17 Appendix C defines the chart features shown on the chart display. Appendix D defines the SeaTalk and NMEA data that is transferred on integrated systems. Appendix E provides details on connecting a Raymarine heading sensor for MARPA and radar/chart overlay. Appendix F provides a list of abbreviations.

  • Page 18: General

    Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 General The Pathfinder PLUS Radar/Chartplotter comprises the SL70MRC (Mono) or SL70CRC (Color) display unit, scanner unit and associated cables. Display Unit The display unit is waterproof to CFR46 and can be installed either above or below deck. The unit includes: •...

  • Page 19: Operating Modes

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • Half-screen windows to display additional data: Course Deviation Indica- tor (CDI), Bearing and Distance Indicator (BDI), navigation data. • Cursor echo across SeaTalk, and between chart and radar windows • Choice of orientation: Head Up, Course Up and North Up •...

  • Page 20: Heading And Position Data

    MARPA. We recommend the Pathfinder Smart Heading System (which includes the Gyro Plus 2 unit). Good results are also obtained with a Raymarine autopilot system incorporating a 150G or 400G Course Computer with internal rate...
  • Page 21 Contact Raymarine Customer Services or your authorized Raymarine dealer for additional information. For specific configuration details with the Raymarine course computer refer to Appendix E. If you are using a suitable third party heading sensor, refer to its documentation for installation and...

  • Page 22: The Pathfinder Radar Plus Display

    Chapter 1: Overview 1.2 The Pathfinder Radar PLUS Display When a scanner is connected and the radar is in Transmit mode, the radar picture provides a map-like representation of the area in which the radar is operating. Typically, your ship’s position is at the centre of the display, and its dead ahead bearing is indicated by a vertical heading line, known as the Ship’s Heading Marker (SHM).
  • Page 23 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Default Display Status Bar Range rings The number and spacing depend on Targets: the current range, or you can turn them off Landmass Ship's Heading Marker (SHM) You can hide this temporarily Cursor position, Channel buoy controlled by the trackpad...

  • Page 24: Radar Functions

    Chapter 1: Overview 3n m 126°T 063° 13:48:06 1.65 Data boxes, showing data (if available) in the selected 120@T 6.3kts 5.7kts units 14.4m Mark, symbol selected using setup options Mark, default symbol Active waypoint - from Chartplotter Offset centre Long target wake (short, medium or long wakes can be selected) Waypoint data box, showing...

  • Page 25: The Chartplotter Display

    1-10 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 1.3 The Chartplotter Display The SL70MRC or SL70CRC display includes a Chartplotter. The chartplotter includes a small-scale world map and detailed navigation information is displayed when a cartographic chart card is installed. The details displayed depend on the chart zoom level selected.
  • Page 26 Chapter 1: Overview 1-11 The Screen Presentation Options, described in Chapter 2 allow you to switch the Chart Grid On/Off and Custom Chart Details On/Off. Note: When you turn the display off and on again, the Screen Presentation set- tings are retained in memory. Status Bar Chart Range Chart Boundary...

  • Page 27: Chartplotter Functions

    1-12 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Chartplotter Functions The Chartplotter includes the following functions: • Display C-MAP NT C-Card chart information including Ports and Tides (if available) View chart information (if available) for the Nearest Port • • Place, Move, Erase and Edit a Waypoint •...

  • Page 28: Operating Controls

    Chapter 1: Overview 1-13 1.4 Operating Controls You operate the radar and chart using a variety of controls: • A trackpad providing up, down, left, right and diagonal control of an on- screen cursor. • Eleven dedicated (labeled) control keys. •...
  • Page 29 1-14 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • Select a position on the screen. • Select an item, e.g.guard zone on the radar, chart object on the chartplotter. • Select an area of the radar image to zoom into or pan the chart display.. Moving the Cursor You can press on any of the four sections of the trackpad to move the cursor in that direction (up, down, left or right), or press two sections at the same time to...

  • Page 30: Dedicated Keys

    Chapter 1: Overview 1-15 Table 1-2: Context-Sensitive Cursor Text Labels Text Label Feature Radar/Chart Data box (any type) Both Man Over Board marker Both Radar Mark Both Chart Waypoint Both Center of radar Radar Floating EBL/VRM Radar Guard zone Radar MARPA MARPA Target Radar...

  • Page 31: Soft Keys

    1-16 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays As you press a key, a single audio beep confirms the key action. If the key- press is not valid for the current screen or mode, three rapid beeps sound to indicate that no response is available. If required, you can turn the key beeps off as part of your set up procedure (see Chapter 7).

  • Page 32: Database Lists

    Chapter 1: Overview 1-17 ALARMS SET UP D4265-1 Figure 1-5: Typical Pop-up Menu Database Lists The waypoints, routes and tracks that you create on the chartplotter are stored in database lists. You can view these lists and select items for editing. WAYPOINT LIST SYMBOL NAME...
  • Page 33 1-18 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays...

  • Page 34: Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting The Display

    Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2.1 Introduction This chapter provides information and instructions to get you started using your display. It will help you to become familiar with the display and the functions of the controls before you start using the unit.

  • Page 35: Switching The Display On And Off

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 2.2 Switching the Display On and Off If you have a combined Radar/Chartplotter, the factory default power-up mode is radar. Once you have used the display unit it powers-up in the last used mode.
  • Page 36 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display After 70 seconds, when the magnetron warm-up sequence is complete, the Standby screen is displayed, with the text STANDBY and a prompt to press the POWER key to enter Transmit mode. ➤ To switch the radar scanner from Stand-by mode to Transmit mode, press the POWER key.
  • Page 37 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Chart Mode ➤ To switch the display on, press and hold the POWER key until the unit beeps. If the display was last used in chartplotter mode, the keys light up and the Raychart graphic is displayed, followed by the caution: CAUTION: Raychart chart displays are based on cartographic data that...

  • Page 38: Simulator Mode

    Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display GAIN DISPLAY VRM/EBL MARKS MULTI Countdown timer: POWER OFF IN number of seconds to power off ALARMS RANGE POWER ENTER CLEAR MENU SECONDS D3599-1 Figure 2-4: Switch Off When the counter reaches zero a beep sounds, and the display unit switches off.

  • Page 39: Changing The Lighting & Contrast - Sl70Mrc Mono Display

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Changing the Lighting & Contrast - SL70MRC Mono Display You can change the level of backlighting and contrast for the screen and keys. The key lighting is set the same as the screen lighting, except that it remains switched on at its lowest level even when the screen lighting is turned off, so that you can always find the keys.

  • Page 40: Changing The Brightness - Sl70Crc Color Display

    Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display Changing the Brightness - SL70CRC Color Display The MULTI key on the color LCD display is used to adjust brightness. The brightness of the screen can be adjusted over a wide range, suitable for viewing in daylight (high brightness level) or at night (low brightness level).

  • Page 41: Controlling The Display

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 2.3 Controlling the Display You control the display using the cursor and control keys. You start all operations from the default screen, that is the default soft keys are displayed: Chart D4160-1 Radar D4152-3 When you have completed an action using the soft keys, press ENTER or CLEAR to return to the default screen;...
  • Page 42 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display DISPLAY Controls display mode windows. GAIN Controls display adjustments. - Press for display mode and soft keys display. GAIN controls for background noise (speckle). - Press again to toggle through display modes, then ENTER. SEA controls sea clutter.
  • Page 43 2-10 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays GAIN DISPLAY Not used in Chart mode. Controls display mode and windows. - Press for display mode and soft keys display. - Press again to toggle through display modes, then ENTER. VRM/EBL - Press and hold for 2 seconds for full screen display.
  • Page 44 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-11 ➤ To change the mode, press the DISPLAY key to show the DISPLAY pop-up, then press again to cycle through the modes available, shown in the Figure 2-5. DISPLAY Figure 2-5: Using the DISPLAY Key The selected mode is shown by an icon with a red border and the mode is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 45 2-12 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Radar - SL70MRC Mono Display: DISPLAY D4156-3 Chart - SL70MRC Mono Display DISPLAY D4156-2 2. To select a different window, press either SELECT WINDOWS soft key until the required window is highlighted. If necessary, this will toggle windows on.
  • Page 46 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-13 BDI Window CDI Window Navdata Window Chart Window D4150-1 Figure 2-6: Radar Half-Screen Window Options...

  • Page 47: Customizing The Screen Presentation Options

    2-14 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Customizing the Screen Presentation Options The SCREEN soft key lets you switch the following screen presentation options on or off: Radar: D3643-2 Chart: D4177-1 Switching the Cursor Data Box On and Off The cursor data box provides the cursor’s position in latitude/longitude and/or bearing/range.
  • Page 48 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-15 Data Boxes A group of up to six data boxes can be displayed, if the information is available on your system. You select which data is displayed in the boxes during system set up as described in Chapter 7:Setting Up the System Defaults.
  • Page 49 2-16 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays The standard radar picture is displayed again, with the active waypoint joined to your vessel’s position by a dotted line. If the waypoint is off-screen, the dotted line is extended to the edge of the radar picture. Active waypoint D3989-2 Figure 2-7:...

  • Page 50: Radar Display Control Functions

    Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-17 2.4 Radar Display Control Functions This section describes how to use the radar controls to: • Use the zoom function to enlarge a selected area. • Offset the center of the radar display. •...

  • Page 51: Using The Zoom Function - Sl70Crc Color Displays

    2-18 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 126°T 3n m Zoom Box, indicating the enlarged area. You can move this using the context-sensitive cursor, to change the image in the Zoom Window Zoom Box cursor text Zoom Window, providing a times 2 enlargement of the area shown in the Zoom Box 033°...
  • Page 52 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-19 Note: You cannot use Zoom and Windows at the same time: if you turn one on, the other is turned off automatically, and restored when the latter is turned off again. ➤...

  • Page 53: Offsetting The Center

    2-20 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 3n m 126°T Zoom Box, indicating the enlarged area. You can move this using the context-sensitive cursor, to change the image in the Zoom Window Zoom Box cursor text Zoom Window, providing a times 2 enlargement of the area shown in the Zoom Box 033°...

  • Page 54: Hiding The Ship's Heading Marker (Shm)

    Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-21 ➤ To return the center of the radar picture to the center of the screen, select the center point ( CTR ) then press the CLEAR key. The center is always reset to the center of the display when you turn on the Radar display.

  • Page 55: Chart Display Control Functions

    2-22 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 2.5 Chart Display Control Functions Moving Around the Chart You will normally operate the chartplotter with the chart showing your vessel’s current location. The default orientation is North-Up, and the vessel moves across the screen. You will need to move the chart if your vessel moves out of the area currently displayed, or if you wish to examine or place waypoints in another area.
  • Page 56 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-23 D4278-1 Figure 2-10: Changing the Chart Center Using FIND SHIP FIND SHIP is used in chart mode to re-draw the chart with the vessel at the center and the cursor homed onto the vessel. D4160-1 When you press FIND SHIP the following occur: •...
  • Page 57 2-24 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • The chart is redrawn so that its center position matches that of the radar dis- play. • The radar is redrawn to the scale and heading mode of the chart. Note: Depending on the topology of the coastline, the radar returns may not relate to the charted shoreline, the radar image will therefore be different to the chart display.
  • Page 58 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-25 ➤ To change the scale quickly, press and hold the required arrow on the RANGE key. RANGE The distance indicator at the left-hand end of the status bar is updated whenever you change the chart scale. ➤...

  • Page 59: Radar/Chart Overlay - Sl70Crc Only

    2-26 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • If Plotter Mode is Off, the chart scale remains unchanged, indicating the smallest chart scale is displayed. Note: If Plotter Mode is Off and the cursor is homed to the vessel (see Using FIND SHIP on page 2-23), if the vessel moves outside an area of available cartography, the chart will automatically re-scale to the next range with cartography.

  • Page 60: Typical Chart Scenarios

    Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-27 When Radar/Chart overlay is switched on the soft key MORE... provides access to the SCREEN soft key and to the radar controls TARGETS and MARPA . The radar GAIN control is also active in overlay mode. Note: Radar/Chart overlay is displayed at the current chart range.

  • Page 61: Place And Goto A Waypoint

    2-28 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Place and Goto a Waypoint 1. Press MARKS 2. Position Cursor as required Press the soft key Press the soft key to go to the waypoint selected by the cursor. D4267-1...
  • Page 62 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-29 The vessel navigates towards the target waypoint See: 5.3 Working wth Waypoints Go to an individual Target Point, page 5-26. D4267-2a...

  • Page 63: Make And Follow A Route

    2-30 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Make and Follow a Route Press the soft key Press the soft key 1. Position Cursor - in this example over an existing waypoint 2. Press the soft key Position Cursor for next waypoint, then press soft key.
  • Page 64 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-31 Press the soft key. The route becomes the current route. Press the soft key Press the soft key The vessel starts to navigate to the first (target) waypoint in the route. See: 5.4 Working wth routes, Follow a route, page 5-24.

  • Page 65: Review Your Passage Plan

    2-32 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Review Your Passage Plan Press the soft key Press the soft key Press the soft key 1. Use the trackpad to move selection bar over required route. 2. Press the soft key Time defaults to ETA - and assumes the current time is the start time.
  • Page 66 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-33 See: Displaying Route Information page 5-18. Change the TIME to HOURS - the display indicates it will take 32 minutes to reach the destination. You can change the PLANNED SOG; the display updates to indicate TIME required at the planned speed.

  • Page 67: Displaying The Radar And Synchronizing Radar & Chart

    2-34 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Displaying the Radar and Synchronizing Radar & Chart 1. Press DISPLAY -- then press twice more to select RADAR. 2. Press the soft keys to set windows ON. The Chart window is the default selection.
  • Page 68 Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display 2-35 1. Move selection bar over Radar/Chart Synch. 2. Press the soft key. 3. Press ENTER twice. Press the soft key. Press the soft key to synchronise the chart & radar images. The radar and chart windows are synchronised and the cursor is 'homed' on the vessel...
  • Page 69 2-36 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays...

  • Page 70: Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3.1 Introduction This chapter provides detailed instructions for the standard operations of your Pathfinder radar. Additional functions, that are available on integrated systems with appropriate data sources, are described in Chapter 4. If you have a combined radar/chart display refer to Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 for information on charting operations.

  • Page 71: Range Control

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 3.2 Range Control The radar picture can be viewed at various scales. The shortest range scale gives a maximum range of nautical miles, measured from the default centre to the top of the radar picture. The longest range scale gives a maximum range of between 24 and 72 nautical miles depending on your scanner.

  • Page 72: Changing The Range

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations Changing the Range Selected Range ring Increases range scale spacing the range scale RANGE 343°T Decreases the range scale Status Bar D3939_1 Figure 3-1: Changing the Radar Range ➤ Each time you press the RANGE key, the range changes to the next available setting.

  • Page 73: Interpreting And Adjusting The Radar Picture

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 3.3 Interpreting and Adjusting the Radar Picture Navigational echoes may be large, small, bright or faint, depending not only on the size of the object but also on its orientation and surface. Different objects reflect the radar signals in different ways.

  • Page 74: Identifying False Echo Returns

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations Identifying False Echo Returns Not all echoes are direct returns to the radar antenna. Occasionally signals appear at positions where there is no actual target. These are called false echoes, and may be caused by side lobes, ghost images, indirect echoes or multiple echoes.
  • Page 75 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Indirect Echoes There are several types of indirect echoes or ghost images - some examples are shown in Figure 3-4. These sometimes have the appearance of true echoes, but in general they are intermittent and poorly defined. Indirect (false) echoes True echo False echo...

  • Page 76: Adjusting Gain, Sea Clutter, Rain Clutter And Tune

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations Adjusting Gain, Sea Clutter, Rain Clutter and Tune Automatic adjustment of Gain, Sea and Tune is available, alternatively you can set any of these parameters to manual and use the trackpad to adjust its value. Rain clutter is adjusted manually using the RAIN or FTC control. GAIN, GAIN SEA, RAIN and FTC are accessed from the GAIN key;...
  • Page 77 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 4. Use the trackpad to move the slider up or down. You can press and hold the control to move the slider quickly rather than in single steps. The image on the screen changes as you move the slider, so that you can see the effect of your adjustment.
  • Page 78 Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations Sea Clutter Control Radar returns from waves around your vessel can clutter the centre of the radar picture (see Figure 3-7, making it difficult to detect real targets. Such sea clutter usually appears as multiple echoes on the display at short range scales, and the echoes are not repetitive or consistent in position.
  • Page 79 3-10 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Rain Clutter Control, using RAIN and FTC The radar can see echoes from rain or snow. Returns from storm areas and rain squalls consist of countless small echoes that continuously change size, intensity, and position.

  • Page 80: Changing The Targets Display

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-11 Changing the Targets Display The Pathfinder PLUS Radar allows you to improve target visibility by changing the following: • Interference rejection • Target expansion • Target wakes These parameters are accessed from the default soft key TARGETS . This section explains how to change these modes and describes the effect of each mode.
  • Page 81 3-12 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Interference Rejection Mutual radar interference is likely when two or more radar-equipped vessels are operating within range of each other. This usually appears as a series of small dots moving to and from the display center in a straight line or a long, sweeping curve.

  • Page 82: Measuring Range And Bearing Using Vrm/Ebls

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-13 3.4 Measuring Range and Bearing Using VRM/EBLs The Pathfinder Plus Radar display allows you to specify up to two Electronic Bearing Lines (EBLs), each with an associated Variable Range Marker (VRM), using the VRM/EBL key. A standard VRM is displayed as a circle with its centre on your vessel’s position, and it’s EBL is displayed as a line from the origin to the edge of the radar picture display.

  • Page 83: Measuring Range And Bearing To Target From Vessel

    3-14 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • Measure the range of a target or point from your vessel’s position, using a • Measure the bearing of a target or point from your vessel’s position, using an EBL • Measure the range and bearing between any two points on the radar, using the FLOAT function Note: An alternative method of measuring range and bearing is to use the cur- sor data box: If the cursor readout is set to display range and bearing (rather...
  • Page 84 Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-15 Ship's Heading Marker EBL as solid line Cursor symbol as four-way arrow Indicate cursor control VRM/EBL Cursor text in of VRM/EBL inverse video VRM as solid line D3970-1 Figure 3-12: Placing a VRM 2. If required, use the trackpad controls to change the radius (range) of the VRM circle and the angle of the EBL until they cross the required target.

  • Page 85: Measuring Range And Bearing Between Targets (Float)

    3-16 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Moving an Existing VRM/EBL You can move an existing VRM/EBL using the context-sensitive cursor. You can control the VRM and EBL separately or both together. ➤ Use the context sensitive cursor to select and move any VRM and/or EBL. If you wish to change the VRM and EBL together, move the cursor over the intersection of VRM/EBL.
  • Page 86 Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-17 D3646-2 4. Press the FLOAT 1 soft key to float VRM/EBL1, or the FLOAT 2 soft key to float VRM/EBL2. The soft keys are cleared. The cursor is positioned over the origin of the VRM/EBL, over your vessel.

  • Page 87: Controlling Vrm/Ebl Data Boxes

    3-18 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Controlling VRM/EBL Data Boxes Each VRM/EBL data box is switched on and off with its associated VRM/ EBL. However, when one or both VRM/EBLs are active, you can move the data box(es) and you can switch the data box(es) off at any time. ➤...

  • Page 88: Setting Guard Zones And Alarms

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-19 3.5 Setting Guard Zones and Alarms The Pathfinder Plus Radar display allows you to set up one or two guard zones, using the ALARMS key. You can set up sector zones or 360° (circular) zones as shown in Figure 3-13.

  • Page 89: Placing A Guard Zone

    3-20 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Placing a Guard Zone Placing and positioning guard zones on the Pathfinder Plus Radar display is quick and easy. • If a guard zone is not already displayed, you can place one using the ALARMS key.

  • Page 90: Moving, Reshaping Or Deleting A Guard Zone

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-21 3. If necessary, use the trackpad to move the corner of the guard zone to the required position. As you move the corner, the width and/or height of the zone changes, but its general sector shape is retained. Note: To create a 360°...
  • Page 91 3-22 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • You turn the guard zone off • You adjust the guard zone size/shape to reduce the number of targets in the zone • You turn the alarm off • You decrease the alarm sensitivity •...

  • Page 92: Marpa

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-23 3.6 MARPA Introduction to MARPA The SL70RC series displays include a MARPA (Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid) function for target tracking and risk analysis. This section gives an introduction to the Pathfinder Plus Radar MARPA system and shows you how to use the MARPA functions, you should also read Section 7.5.
  • Page 93 3-24 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • Choppy sea state conditions exist yielding poor stability; own ship’s heading data is very unstable. • Inadequate heading data Symptoms of such conditions are that acquisition is difficult and the MARPA vectors are unstable; the symbol wanders away from the target, locks onto another target or changes to a lost target symbol.

  • Page 94: Using Marpa

    Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-25 Target Vector and History The MARPA targets can be displayed with a vector line showing where they will be at a certain time in the future, (assuming present course and speed). You can select a relative or true vector and the vector length. The vector type (RV or TV) and length are shown in the status bar.
  • Page 95 3-26 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays D4126_1 Acquire a Target ➤ To acquire a target: 1. Press the MARPA soft key to display the ACQUIRE TARGET soft keys. D4120_1 2. Position the cursor over the required target and press the ACQUIRE TARGET soft key.
  • Page 96 Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations 3-27 View Target Data You can toggle the MARPA data box on/off using the MARPA BOX ON/OFF soft key. This box displays the data for one MARPA target. You can select the target using the context sensitive cursor or the database list. Alternatively, if you display the data box when no target is selected, data is displayed for the last target that had the data box displayed –...
  • Page 97 3-28 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays MARPA D4121-1 Figure 3-16: MARPA Database List ➤ To cancel all targets: 1. Press MARPA followed by MARPA LIST to display the database list. Press the CANCEL ALL soft key. You are prompted to confirm. Press YES to continue, all the MARPA targets are cleared from the screen, and the data is removed from the MARPA database list.

  • Page 98: Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations

    Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations 4.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use and display non-radar information that may be available from other units connected to your system. It also explains how to use the man overboard (MOB) function.You can use this chapter with the radar display set to simulator mode, or on the water after you have installed and set up your Pathfinder Radar system.

  • Page 99: Changing The Heading Mode

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 4.2 Changing the Heading Mode The radar picture is normally shown with your vessel’s dead ahead bearing straight up, as indicated by the Ship’s Heading Marker at 0° relative bearing. This is the Head Up orientation. If heading information is available via a SeaTalk or NMEA connection, you can choose a different heading mode.
  • Page 100 Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations The reference used for the Course Up depends on the information available. The first available in the following list is used: 1. A locked heading (i.e. the heading being used by an autopilot) over a SeaTalk connection 2.

  • Page 101: Using Marks

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 4.3 Using Marks The Marks function allows you to place a mark anywhere on the radar picture. You can also move existing marks or delete them. You should be aware that radar marks are not the same as chart waypoints and cannot be used in routes, nor can they be transferred to other displays.

  • Page 102: Man Overboard (Mob)

    Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations Moving or Deleting a Mark You can move or delete marks using the context-sensitive cursor. ➤ Use the context sensitive cursor to move or delete a mark (the label MRK appears under the cursor) . See Moving and deleting items with the context- sensitive cursor on page 1-14.

  • Page 103: Cursor Echo

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Figure 4-2: MOB Alarm ➤ To cancel the MOB, press and hold the MARK key for 2 seconds. MARKS Note: The MOB procedure can also be initiated or cancelled remotely if the appropriate SeaTalk message is received by the Pathfinder Radar. 4.5 Cursor Echo In a combined radar/chart display, or in a system with any chart display connected via Seatalk, you can set the display to enable cursor transfer.

  • Page 104: Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use the chart functions to navigate with your display. It covers the following topics: • Using chart cards. • Controlling waypoints, including placing, moving, editing and deleting waypoints.

  • Page 105: Using Chart Cards

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 5.2 Using Chart Cards The chartplotter has a built-in world map; most areas are displayed on a scale of 4000 nm from the top to the bottom of the screen, and can be zoomed in to 150 nm.

  • Page 106: Removing A Chart Card

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations D4158-1 Figure 5-1: Removing the Chart Card Removing a Chart Card We recommend that before you remove a chart cartridge, you ensure the chart is not being used on any other display unit. Removing a chart cartridge whilst a display unit is accessing the chart may cause an operational error.

  • Page 107: Displaying Object Information

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays ➤ To zoom in: 1. Use the trackpad to move the cursor inside one of the chart boxes, and press the lower part of the RANGE key. That area is expanded, with the cursor at the centre, so that you can see more detail.
  • Page 108 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations Port Area At large chart scales port area information is indicated by the symbol . An object information pop-up provides the name of the marina or port and a list of the facilities available. Where available, details for each facility can be displayed. This information includes items such as accommodation, slip sizes, fueling, sanitation, electrical or other maintenance services provided, VHF channels monitored, and other safety and navigation information.
  • Page 109 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Note: The predictions available are sufficiently accurate under moderate weather conditions, for the coastal areas served by the reference station, to be used for navigation planning. However, certain weather fronts and storms can alter tidal patterns and influence predicted times and heights. The cursor, represented by a dotted vertical line on the graph, is used to select a time for which the tide height is displayed.
  • Page 110 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations Nearest ➤ To obtain the information for the nearest port facility: 1. Move the cursor to the required position – this can be anywhere on the chart and may be over an object – then press ENTER to display the object information pop-up.

  • Page 111: Working With Waypoints

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 5.3 Working with Waypoints Introduction The Chartplotter enables you to place up to 998 waypoints (in addition, waypoint number 999 is used for MOB operation): a waypoint is a position entered on a chart as a reference, or as a place to go to. All waypoints placed on the chartplotter are stored in a waypoint database list which includes symbol, position, bearing, range and additional data.

  • Page 112: Placing A Waypoint

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations At the end is a section about using the ST60/80 Navigator Keypad to select, edit, and name your waypoints. Placing a Waypoint The scenario Place and Goto a Waypoint on page 2-28 provides a simple example of how to place a waypoint.
  • Page 113 5-10 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays WAYPOINT LIST POSITION BRG _186° RNG _21.0nm ---° D4262-2 3. You can use the soft keys to edit the waypoint position as described in Edit- ing the Waypoint Details on page 5-13. It is added to the Waypoint List and named with the next available number.
  • Page 114 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-11 WPT POSITION (LORAN TDs) 3. Edit the Loran parameters as required, using: i. The CHAIN soft key, which enables selection of both the Chain and it’s Slave: WPT POSITION (LORAN TDs) ii. The ASF1/ASF2 soft key, which presents two soft keys for editing ASF 1 and ASF 2 parameters independently : iii.

  • Page 115: Selecting A Waypoint

    5-12 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Selecting a Waypoint Positioning the cursor over a waypoint selects that waypoint and accesses the waypoint soft keys. These keys enable you to GOTO (described in Section 5.5), EDIT (symbol, name, position), ERASE or MOVE the waypoint. Selecting a waypoint from the List allows you to GOTO and EDIT (symbol, name, position, erase) the waypoint.

  • Page 116: Editing The Waypoint Details

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-13 ➤ To remove the waypoint data box and soft keys either: Move the cursor away from the waypoint, or press CLEAR . ➤ To display the waypoint details from the waypoint list: Select the waypoint in the list as described above. MARKS The details for the selected waypoint are displayed in the lower half of the window.

  • Page 117: Erasing A Waypoint

    5-14 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 5. To edit the waypoint position, press the EDIT WAYPOINT soft key, followed by POSITION . The Waypoint Position pop-up is displayed. Use the soft keys to select LAT, LON, BRG or RNG . Use the trackpad to edit the value: Use the left or right side of the trackpad to move the cursor to the character you wish to change.

  • Page 118: Using The St60 Or St80 Navigator Keypad

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-15 CAUTION: Take care when editing waypoints as it is possible to move waypoints that are used in routes stored in the Route Database. In such instances, the stored route will include the waypoint in its new position.List.
  • Page 119 5-16 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Most of the alphanumeric keys are used to input multiple characters. Each time you press one of these keys in succession, the next character on that key is input. For example, each press of the 1 key alternately inputs A, B, C, then 1. The Navigator’s arrow keys function much like the radar/chart display’s trackpad, enabling you to move the cursor position or input alpha, numeric, or special characters (.
  • Page 120 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-17 Editing Entries in the Waypoint, Route, or Track Lists You can also use the Navigator Keypad to edit an existing item or to name a new item in the Waypoint List, Route List, or Track List. You first must enter the edit mode for the list you want to modify.

  • Page 121: Working With Routes

    5-18 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 5.4 Working with Routes A route is made up of a series of waypoints (maximum 50). To make a route you place a series of waypoints on the chart, or you can select waypoints from the Waypoint List.

  • Page 122: Creating A New Route

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-19 ➤ To access the route soft keys, press the default soft key ROUTE : D4167-1A Creating a New Route Note: If there is a current route, it is cleared when you select MAKE ROUTE . If you are following the current route you are prompted to STOP FOLLOW .
  • Page 123 5-20 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Note: If you Clear the route before it is Saved, the waypoint is removed. 4. Move the cursor to the next waypoint position. A dotted line connects the cursor to the last placed waypoint. 5.
  • Page 124 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-21 MAKE ROUTE WAYPOINTS NEW ROUTE 348° 2.30 300° 1.00 The available Waypoints are listed in the left hand column (alphanumeric); the right hand column lists the waypoints in the New Route, the number indicates its order in the route.

  • Page 125: Saving The Current Route

    5-22 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Saving the Current Route You can save up to 20 named routes in the route database list. These routes can then be re-displayed and followed at a later date. When you save the route, all new waypoints are saved in the Waypoint List.

  • Page 126: Clearing The Current Route

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-23 You can use a Navigator Keypad (see Using the ST60 or ST80 Navigator Keypad on page 5-15) to name the route. 5. Press ENTER to finish and clear the Name List, or press CLEAR to cancel the operation.

  • Page 127: Displaying Route Information

    5-24 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays ROUTE LIST D4263-1 Figure 5-7: Route List Window Displaying Route Information You can display the following information that relates to your route: • Route leg or waypoint information, using the context-sensitive cursor. •...
  • Page 128 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-25 Using Route Information to Review Your Passage Plan You can view data for all the waypoints in the current route, or any saved route. You select the route from the database list and the information is displayed in a Route Information pop-up;...

  • Page 129: Using The Route List To Erase And Name A Route

    5-26 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays INFO FOR ROUTE-CURRENT ROUTE D4264-1 Figure 5-8: Route Information Window 4. Press ENTER to remove the Route Information window, then ENTER or CLEAR to return to the route soft keys. 5. To return to the default soft key display, press ENTER . Using the Route List to Erase and Name a Route You can delete a route and you can re-name a route by selecting the route on the route list.

  • Page 130: Editing A Route

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-27 3. If you NAME a route, use the trackpad to move the cursor right or left to the character you wish to edit. Then use the top or bottom of the trackpad to increase or decrease the letter or number. 4.
  • Page 131 5-28 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Adding Waypoints at the End of the Route ➤ To add waypoints at the end of the route: 1. Press the ROUTE soft key, followed by the EDIT ROUTE soft key. The Make Route soft keys are displayed and the cursor is connected to the last-placed waypoint with a dotted line.

  • Page 132: Following Routes And Going To Points

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-29 5.5 Following Routes and Going to Points The default soft key GOTO accesses the functions to FOLLOW a route and GOTO a waypoint or cursor. When you select the target destination, the chartplotter calculates bearing, distance and cross track error; this information is passed to a helmsman or autopilot.
  • Page 133 5-30 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays You should always check the target waypoint before initiating a follow route. ➤ To follow the current route: 1. Press the GOTO default soft key. The Goto/Follow soft keys are displayed. 2. Press the FOLLOW ROUTE soft key. Alternatively, to follow a route: 1.

  • Page 134: Target Point Arrival

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-31 Target Point Arrival The arrival alarm is used to alert you when the vessel is approaching the target point. The arrival alarm is defined as a circle (not visible on the screen) around the target. You can specify radius of the arrival alarm (see Section 6.3). The alarm is triggered when either of the following conditions is met: •...

  • Page 135: Sl70Mrc & Sl70Crc Plus Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays

    5-32 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Advancing to a Waypoint ➤ Once you are following a route, you can advance to the next waypoint, even if you have not reached the current target waypoint: 1. If necessary, press the GOTO default soft key to display the Goto/Follow soft keys.

  • Page 136: Stop Follow Or Stop Goto

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-33 2. Press the GOTO WAYPOINT soft key. Navigation to the selected waypoint begins. The soft key STOP GOTO is dis- played. 3. To return to the default soft key display, move the cursor away from the waypoint or press ENTER or CLEAR .

  • Page 137: Transferring Waypoints And Routes

    5-34 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 5.6 Transferring Waypoints and Routes Displayed SeaTalk Waypoints In an integrated system, when a route is made current on any SeaTalk equipment it is sent to all SeaTalk instruments, including this chartplotter; this route will override any other current route.
  • Page 138 Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-35 ➤ To save waypoints to, or load waypoints from a user cartridge: CAUTION: Loading waypoints from a user cartridge overwrites any existing waypoint and route lists. 1. Insert a C-MAP User Card into the lower of the two cartridge slots. 1.
  • Page 139 5-36 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays USER CARD MENU ➤ To receive incoming waypoints on SeaTalk or NMEA: 1. To display the waypoint list press MARKS followed by the WAYPOINT LIST MARKS soft key. Press the WAYPOINT TRANSFER soft key. 2.

  • Page 140: Using Tracks

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-37 5.7 Using Tracks The Track function is used to mark on-screen the trail that your vessel has followed, as if it had left a visible fixed wake. While the track is switched on it is recorded in the display unit’s memory. You specify the interval at which track points are made and a line is drawn on- screen between each point.

  • Page 141: Setting Up A Track

    5-38 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Setting Up a Track You use the track soft keys to switch the track on and to specify the interval, as time or distance, at which track points are saved. The time interval between track points can be set to 1s, 5s, 10s, 30s, 1min, 3min, 5min, 10min or 30minutes.

  • Page 142: Clearing The Current Track

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-39 D5674-1 2. Press the TRACK OFF ON soft key to toggle tracks on. Your vessels trail will be displayed on-screen, with a line joining the points at the selected interval. Clearing the Current Track You can clear the current track from the screen.
  • Page 143 5-40 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 2. The next available entry on the track list is highlighted. (If required, you can use the trackpad to select another position in the list; this can be a blank slot, or an existing track that you no longer require). 3.

  • Page 144: Smartroute

    Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations 5-41 SmartRoute SmartRoute enables the current track, or the last segment of a track with breaks, to be converted to a route (the track could have been retrieved from the track list). SmartRoute places a waypoint at the last track point, then considers each point in turn and determines the closest route through the recorded track.
  • Page 145 5-42 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays...

  • Page 146: Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations

    Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations 6.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use the additional functions that are provided on the combined radar/chartplotter display. It covers the following topics: • Measuring distances and bearings on the chart, using the VRM/EBL key •...

  • Page 147: Measuring Distances Using The Vrm/Ebl Key

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 6.2 Measuring Distances Using the VRM/EBL Key You can obtain an accurate measurement of the distance and bearing between two points by using the VRM/EBL key. ➤ To place a ruler line and Ruler data box: 1.
  • Page 148 Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations ➤ To re-position one end of the ruler line: 1. Move the cursor over the ruler line towards the end that you want to re- position, until the letters A¡ B are displayed. 2. Press ENTER to take cursor control of the ruler. The ruler end moves to the cursor which changes to a four-headed arrow.

  • Page 149: Alarms And Timers

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 6.3 Alarms and Timers Alarm Reporting The chartplotter reports the following alarms, that are set using the ALARMS ALARMS key: Alarm Indicates: Arrival Your vessel has arrived at the active waypoint: it has either reached the arrival circle (the radius of which is specified) or, has reached its closest point of approach (defined by a line passing through the waypoint and perpendicular to the route...

  • Page 150: Setting Alarms And Timers

    Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations Setting Alarms and Timers ➤ To set up an alarm or timer: 1. Press the ALARMS key. The Alarms Set Up menu is displayed, showing ALARMS the current settings (see Figure 6-2). 2. Use the trackpad to move the selection bar up or down the options. As each line is highlighted, the soft key labels are updated to show the current set- tings and controls.

  • Page 151: Man Overboard (Mob)

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 6.4 Man Overboard (MOB) If you lose a person or object overboard, and need to return to the location, you should use the Man Overboard (MOB) function. You can select the type of data used for the MOB position using the set up menus (see Section 7.3).

  • Page 152: Cursor Echo

    Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations ➤ To cancel the MOB, press and hold the MARKS key for 2 seconds. The chart is re-drawn at its previous scale, and the MOB symbol and data box MARKS are removed. Note: The MOB procedure can also be initiated or cancelled if the appropri- ate SeaTalk message is received by the display unit.

  • Page 153: Gps Setup

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 6.6 GPS Setup GPS set up page provides you with information and the status of the tracked navigation satellites for a SeaTalk GPS. It also enables you to SET UP a SeaTalk Differential GPS, by manually retuning it to a different differential beacon. The GPS Navigation Status pop-up window (shown in Figure 6-4) provides, for each tracked satellite, the satellite number, a graphical signal strength bar and its current usage status.
  • Page 154 Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations Restart GPS This soft key enables re-acquisition of a GPS position fix. Note: Under normal circumstances RESTART GPS is not required. D-GPS Set Up The D-GPS SET UP function provides the ability to set up an external Differential GPS, either automatically (default) or by manually retuning it to a different differential beacon.

  • Page 155: Data Log Mode

    6-10 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Note: If the display unit is receiving RTCM data via NMEA, repeating a dif- ferential fix from another unit, the MODE soft key is set to AUTO and is grayed out. If receiving RTCM data, the setting must be performed manually on the external DGPS receiver.
  • Page 156 Chapter 6: Further Chart Operations 6-11 TIME POSITION D4284-1 Figure 6-5: Data Log Window ➤ To stop recording log entries: Press the STOP LOG soft key. ➤ To clear the log entries: Press the CLEAR LOG soft key, you are prompted “Are You Sure”. To cancel the CLEAR LOG operation press the NO soft key.
  • Page 157 6-12 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays...

  • Page 158: Chapter 7: Setting Up The System Defaults

    Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults 7.1 Introduction Once you have installed your display unit and are familiar with its basic operation (described in Chapter 1 and Chapter 2), you need to set it up so that it obtains the correct information from the equipment you have connected it to, operates according to your requirements, and displays information according to your preferences.

  • Page 159: Changing The Set Up Parameters

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 7.2 Changing the Set Up Parameters The set up parameters are divided into four sections: • System, to control the aspects of the system that are not specific to the radar or chart. •...
  • Page 160 Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults • For parameters that have a numeric value, or more than four possible settings, a scroll list is displayed above two of the soft keys. • Some parameters are controlled by a slider that is displayed above two of the soft keys.

  • Page 161: System Set Up Parameters

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 7.3 System Set Up Parameters The following table lists the System menus and their options, shows the factory default setting, and provides a space for you to make a note of your new default setting. Each parameter is described in the following subsections. Table 7-1: System Set Up Parameters Menu...
  • Page 162 Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults Table 7-1: System Set Up Parameters Menu Options Factory Default Default BRIDGE NMEA HEADING OFF or ON NMEA OUT SET UP OFF or ON OFF or ON OFF or ON DBT, OFF or ON OFF or ON OFF or ON OFF or ON...

  • Page 163: Data Boxes

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Data Boxes Press the SELECT BOXES soft key to display the data box sub-menu. This allows you to select up to 6 data boxes that you can display. Note: 1. A fixed set of 9 (mono) or 16 (color) of these data items are available for display in the Nav Data half-screen window (see Chapter 2).

  • Page 164: Day/Night

    Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults Day/Night This option allows you to change the display between day and night modes. If you select NIGHT mode, a different palette, more suited to night time viewing is used. Help When Help is set to ON , a prompt appears when selecting a soft key or menu choice, and when using the context-sensitive cursor.

  • Page 165: Variation Source

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Variation Source The variation value is the difference between True and Magnetic direction data for heading or bearing values. The Variation Source option provides soft keys for selecting Auto or Manual variation mode, displays the current variation value for each and highlights the currently selected mode.

  • Page 166: Nmea Out Set Up

    • Chart Cursor In: displays the cursor from another chartplotter on the radar display or radar window (default - OFF ). Note: The remote display must have SeaTalk Cursor Out enabled. Raymarine recommend that in multi-display systems, you do not enable Cursor Out on more than two displays.

  • Page 167: Gps Sog/Cog Filter

    MEDIUM or LOW . Compass Set Up This option is used to calibrate a Raymarine heading sensor such as the Pathfinder Smart Heading System. Controls are provided for Linearise Compass which detects and corrects for heading errors caused by metal objects, and Align Heading which matches the displayed heading to a known heading or transit.

  • Page 168: Radar Set Up Parameters

    4 ft., 6ft (only if an open array 4 ft. scanner is connected) SEND ON HSB Not valid for SL70RC PLUS Series EBL Display The mode of the bearing data displayed for Electronic Bearing Lines (EBLs). The bearing information can be displayed in either of two forms: •...

  • Page 169: Timed Transmission Option

    7-12 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Timed Transmission Option The TIMED TRANSMIT parameter, together with the TX PERIOD and STANDBY PERIOD parameters, controls the radar’s timed transmission power-saving mode. When TIMED TRANSMIT is set to ON , the scanner performs the number of scans specified by TX PERIOD and then shuts down for the number of min- utes specified by STANDBY PERIOD .

  • Page 170: Bearing Alignment

    -180° to +179.5°, in increments of 0.5°. Antenna Size This option is used to specify the size of an open array scanner. Refer to the Pathfinder Scanner Owner’s handbook for further details. Send on HSB This option is not valid on the SL70RC PLUS series systems.

  • Page 171: Marpa Set Up Parameters

    7-14 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 7.5 MARPA Set Up Parameters The MARPA set up menu provides options to specify the target vectors, safe zone and target history display. The following table lists the MARPA Set Up parameters and their options, shows the factory default setting, and provides a space for you to make a note of your new default setting.

  • Page 172: Advanced Settings

    Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults 7-15 7.6 Advanced Settings The ADVANCED SET UP option allows you to set up values for the following three parameters that affect the fine-tuning of the radar. . Table 7-6: Advanced Radar Set Up Parameters Parameters Function Slider Range...

  • Page 173: Stc Preset

    7-16 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays STC Preset The Sensitivity Time Control can be adjusted to equalise targets levels across the display. The factory setting should provide an even display, but if you find that targets are brighter or dimmer nearer the centre than at the edge of the display, you can adjust this slider until the required display is achieved.

  • Page 174: Chart Set Up Parameters

    Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults 7-17 7.7 Chart Set Up Parameters The CHART SET UP option allows you to set up the chartplotter according to your system configuration and your personal preferences. The following table lists the Chart Set up parameters and their options, shows the factory default setting, and provides a space for you to make a note of your new default setting.

  • Page 175: Plotter Mode

    7-18 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays • chart text (on, off, custom) • chart text size (small, normal, large) • chart display (detailed, simple) • chart boundaries (on, off, custom) • spot soundings (on, off, custom) • depth shading limit (set the limit) •...

  • Page 176: Object Information

    Chapter 7: Setting Up the System Defaults 7-19 • Head Up: The chart is displayed with the vessel’s current heading upwards. As the heading changes the chart will rotate. Object Information You can set Object Information ON or OFF . When set ON , object information is displayed in normal chartplotter operation when the cursor is placed over a chart object for two seconds.

  • Page 177: Position Offset

    7-20 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays CAUTION: Changing the chart datum does not cause any waypoint or routes stored in the chartplotter to move on the display, although their latitude and longitude changes to reflect the new datum. When adding waypoints numerically to the waypoint list, or via SeaTalk or NMEA, it is important that they are referenced to the same datum to which the display is currently set.

  • Page 178: Chapter 8: Installation

    Chapter 8: Installation Chapter 8: Installation 8.1 Introduction This chapter provides installation instructions for your SL70RC PLUS series display. Details for mounting the SL70RC PLUS series display and connecting the equipment are included. A typical system is illustrated in Figure 8-1.

  • Page 179: Planning The Installation

    Section 8.4. EMC Installation Guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
  • Page 180 Typical Suppression Ferrites Connections to Other Equipment If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near to the Raymarine unit.

  • Page 181: Sl70Mrc & Sl70Crc Plus Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 8.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components Unpack your system carefully, to prevent damage to the equipment. Save the carton and packing, in case you need to return a unit for service. Check that you have all the correct system components. These depend on your system package, as follows: Table 8-1: Parts and Accessories...

  • Page 182: Selecting The Display Unit Location

    Chapter 8: Installation 8.3 Selecting the Display Unit Location The display unit can be mounted using the mounting bracket supplied, or console mounted using the optional flush-mounting kit. The dimensions of the display unit, including the bracket, are shown in Figure 8-3 and Figure 8-4.
  • Page 183 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays GAIN DISPLAY VRM/EBL MARKS MULTI ALARMS RANGE POWER ENTER CLEAR MENU Weight: 1.2 Kg (2.6 lbs) Compass Safe Distance: 1 m (39 in) D3221_3 Figure 8-3: 7” Mono LCD Display Dimensions...
  • Page 184 Chapter 8: Installation 0.95 in (24.3 mm) 6.89 in (175 mm) 10.51 in (267 mm) 8.8 in (223.6 mm) GAIN DISPLAY VRM/EBL MARKS MULTI ALARMS RANGE POWER ENTER CLEAR MENU 4.53 in (115 mm) 1.42 in (36 mm) 6.9 in (176 mm) cable cleareance 3.15 in (80 mm)

  • Page 185: Cable Runs

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 8.4 Cable Runs Consider the following before installing the system cables: • You need to attach the power cable and the scanner cable. Additional cables will be required if you are installing an integrated system. •...

  • Page 186: Inter-Unit Scanner Cable

    Chapter 8: Installation power cable. For further details on the master display power cable length refer to the Pathfinder Plus Radar Scanner Owner’s Handbook. If a longer power cable run is required, use the supplied power cable to connect to the display unit. Then use a suitable connector block to connect the free end to the extension cable, taking particular care to ensure correct polarity.

  • Page 187: Mounting The Display Unit

    8-10 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 8.5 Mounting the Display Unit The display unit is waterproof to CFR46 and can be installed either above or below deck. The display unit can be mounted using the mounting bracket supplied, or console mounted using the optional flush-mounting kit (see Section 8.2).
  • Page 188 Chapter 8: Installation 8-11 1. Check the selected location for the unit. A clear, flat area at least 9 in (230 mm) wide by 8¼ in (210 mm) high, with at least 6 in (152 mm) (mono dis- play) or 6.9in (176 mm) (color display) of clearance behind the panel, is required.

  • Page 189: System Connections

    The power connection to the display should be made at either the output of the battery isolator switch, or at a DC power distribution panel. Raymarine recommends that power is fed directly to the display via its own dedicated cable system and MUST be protected by a thermal circuit breaker or fuse, installed close to the power connection.

  • Page 190: Display Unit Connection

    Chapter 8: Installation 8-13 Display Unit Connection The rear of the display provides the following connection sockets: • Scanner (antenna) connection • SeaTalk, for SeaTalk data input and output. • NMEA Output, for NMEA data output in an integrated system. •...
  • Page 191 8-14 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Scanner Connection (master displays) Connect the inter-unit cable plug to the rear scanner connector. If you are using an inter-unit extension cable, connect this to the display unit, and connect the supplied cable to the extension cable. The scanner connector pins are shown in the following diagram, together with the connections and core colours.
  • Page 192 Chapter 8: Installation 8-15 Power and NMEA Input Connection The DC power and NMEA input should be connected at the rear Power/ NMEA seven-pin connector. The connector (viewed from the outside) and pin functions are shown in the following diagram and table. The NMEA Input is detailed in Section 8.8.

  • Page 193: Radar System Tests And Installation Alignment

    8-16 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 8.7 Radar System Tests and Installation Alignment Once you have installed your Pathfinder Plus Radar System and made all the connections, you need to check your installation and perform the System Tests before using the system for navigation.

  • Page 194: Radar System Checks And Adjustments

    Chapter 8: Installation 8-17 rent settings. The complete list, which you can scroll down, is shown in the following illustration. SYSTEM SET UP MENU D3650-6 Figure 8-9: System Set Up Menu 3. Use the trackpad to move the selection bar down to the LANGUAGE option. The soft key labels are updated.
  • Page 195 8-18 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Ensure the display unit is in Radar mode. To switch to transmit mode, press and release the POWER key. The antenna sweep should start to build up the radar picture. Run through the operations described in Chapter 3 and check that all the expected data is displayed.
  • Page 196 Chapter 8: Installation 8-19 ➤ To adjust the radar to eliminate the alignment error: 1. If a visual relative bearing of a target has been determined, as in 2.1 above, set an EBL to this relative bearing. 2. Press the MENU key to display the setup soft keys and select RADAR SET UP . RADAR SET UP MENU D3649-3 Figure 8-10: Radar Set Up Menu...

  • Page 197: Emc Conformance

    8-20 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Incorrect timing is most noticeable on the nm or ¼ nm range scales. Targets such as bridges or piers appear bent or bowed. Note: Under normal circumstances you do not need to adjust these settings, as they are set automatically at the factory.

  • Page 198: Integrated Systems

    Chapter 8: Installation 8-21 8.8 Integrated Systems The displays can be linked to other equipment to transfer data as follows: • Data can be received via SeaTalk or NMEA, some of which will increase the functionality of the display. Other data can be viewed on the display. •...

  • Page 199: Seatalk And Nmea In

    *Accurate heading data is required for MARPA and radar/chart overlay, and it must be provided on NMEA. We recommend the Pathfinder Smart Heading System (which includes the Gyro Plus 2 unit) or a Raymarine autopilot system incorporating a 150G or 400G Course Computer with internal rate gyro.
  • Page 200 SeaTalk The SeaTalk standard was originally developed by Autohelm (part of Raymarine), and allows compatible instruments to be connected by a single cable carrying power and data in/out. This means that additional instruments and functions can be added to a SeaTalk system, simply by plugging them into the network.
  • Page 201 (Channel 2). Refer to Power and NMEA Input Connection on page 8-15 for further details. For example, to connect a Raymarine Heading Sensor to the NMEA Channel 1 input, connect the cables and power supply using a suitable...

  • Page 202: Using The Seatalk Auxiliary Junction Box

    Chapter 8: Installation 8-25 convenient to connect the power to the SeaTalk auxiliary junction box described in the following section. +12 V Yellow + NMEA Data (orange) Black -- NMEA Data (yellow) D3604-1 Figure 8-13: NMEA Input Connection Using the SeaTalk Auxiliary Junction Box A junction box (provided with the radar/chart displays;...

  • Page 203: Data Output

    8-26 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays To GPS To Display Unit Power Out: 1 & 2 SeaTalk Socket Power In: 1 & 3 Spare Power Input Supply Fused Cable Core Terminal Function SeaTalk Black (screen) +12v Yellow SeaTalk Power Black (screen) +12V...

  • Page 204: Data Conversion

    Chapter 8: Installation 8-27 NMEA OUT connector NMEA OUT connector Pin name Function NMEA_GND NMEA ground NMEA_SIG NMEA data output Pin 2, white Pin 3, blue CGND Screen Pin 5, screen Pin 4, not connected *Pin 1 does not exist on this connector Rear of display NMEA out D4254_1...

  • Page 205: Integrated System Checks

    8-28 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 8.9 Integrated System Checks Chart Display When you have connected your display unit to the required equipment ensure that position data is available at the display via NMEA or SeaTalk. To confirm your chartplotter is operating correctly, perform the following checks: 1.

  • Page 206: Chapter 9: Maintenance And Problem Solving

    Chapter 9: Maintenance and Problem Solving Chapter 9: Maintenance and Problem Solving This chapter provides information on routine maintenance and on possible causes of problems you may experience with your display unit. 9.1 Maintenance WARNING: The display unit contains high voltage. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments and the operator should not attempt to service the equipment.

  • Page 207: Emc Servicing And Safety Guidelines

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays EMC Servicing and Safety Guidelines • Raymarine equipment should be serviced only by authorized Raymarine service technicians. They will ensure that service procedures and replace- ment parts used will not affect performance. There are no user serviceable parts in any Raymarine product.
  • Page 208 Chapter 9: Maintenance and Problem Solving At power-on, the last-used values are retained for all the options, except for those listed in the following table which are reset to the factory default each time. Table 9-1: Power On Default Settings Item Power-on setting Heading Mode...

  • Page 209: Problem Solving

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays 9.3 Problem Solving All Raymarine products are, prior to packing and shipping, subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs. However, if this unit should develop a fault, please refer to the following table to identify the most likely cause and the corrective action required to restore normal operation.

  • Page 210: How To Contact Raymarine (Us)

    For Accessories and Parts Many Raymarine accessory items and parts can be obtained directly from your authorized Raymarine dealer. However, if you are in need of an item not available from the retailer, please contact Raymarine Technical Services at: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2333 or (603) -881-5200.

  • Page 211: How To Contact Raymarine (Europe)

    Installation chapter of this manual, and have the Raymarine part number ready when speaking with your dealer. If you are uncertain about what item to choose for your Raymarine unit, please contact our Customer Services Department prior to placing your order.

  • Page 212: Appendix A:specification

    Appendix A: Specification Appendix A:Specification 7" SL70RC PLUS Series Displays General Approvals: CE - conform to 1999/5/EC, EN60945:1997 FCC - conforms to Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Size: 7”mono 223 x 204 x 75mm (8.8" x 8" x 3"), excluding bracket 7”...
  • Page 213 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Man Overboard Mark placed with course line; readout shows range, bearing, (MOB Mode) lat/lon of MOB and time elapsed since MOB. Screen Functions Full, half and quarter screens available dependent on function Radar/Chart Overlay Radar image can be overlaid on full-screen chart (color display only) Data Boxes...
  • Page 214 Appendix A: Specification Display Windows Radar, Chart, CDI, BDI and Navdata Wakes Short, medium, long, off Target Expansion Operator selectable Timed TX Rotation periods: 10, 20 or 30 scans Repetition periods: 3, 5, 10 or 15 minutes Chartplotter Features Cartography C-MAP®...
  • Page 215 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Interfacing SeaTalk Input Depth, Speed Over Ground & Course Over Ground, Position, Waypoint number, range, bearing and time to go, Speed through water, Time, Cross Track Error, Heading, Wind, Date, Log/Trip, Pilot Status, Temperature, Man Overboard, and cursor position NMEA Input NMEA 0183 (GLL, GGA, GLC, GTD, VTG, BWC, BWR, RMA, RMB, RMC, XTE, VHW, HDG, HDM, HDT, DBT, DPT, APB,VLW, MWV,...

  • Page 216: Appendix B: Using The Auxiliary Junction Box

    The following sections detail the connections to the Auxiliary Junction Box for several different types of GPS, including a beacon receiver if installed. Except for Raystar 114, the differential beacon receivers used are Raymarine NRD-2A, Apelco BR101 and the Autohelm Beacon Receiver.

  • Page 217: Raystar 112, 105, Apelco 182 And 182Xt

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Raystar 112, 105, Apelco 182 and 182XT In order to connect your GPS to yourdisplay, you must first cut off the 6-pin connector and strip back the insulation on all the wires. Connect to the Auxiliary Junction Box as shown in the first illustration below.
  • Page 218 Appendix B: Using the Auxiliary Junction Box Autohelm GPS, Z260 and Z273 To connect your GPS to your display connect the wires as shown in the first illustration below. To connect your Differential Beacon Receiver, you must cut off the 5-pin connector (Raytheon and Apelco versions) strip back the insulation on all the wires and connect to the Auxiliary Junction Box as shown in the second illustration below.
  • Page 219 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Raystar 112LP (SeaTalk version) To connect your Raystar 112LP to your display, refer to the first illustration below or follow the instructions in Chapter 8. To connect the Raystar 112LP and your Differential Beacon Receiver, cut off the 5-pin connector and strip back the red, black and green wires.
  • Page 220 Appendix B: Using the Auxiliary Junction Box Raystar 114 Combined GPS and Differential Beacon Receiver To connect your Raystar 114 Combined GPS and Differential Beacon Receiver to your display, cut off the 5-pin connector, strip back the insulation on all the wires and connect to the Auxiliary Junction Box as shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 221: Raystar 120 Waas Satellite Differential Receiver

    SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Raystar 120 WAAS Satellite Differential Receiver To connect your Raystar 120 WAAS Satellite Differential Receiver to your display, connect to the Auxiliary Junction Box as shown in the illustration below. Optional connections to RTCM are also shown. Note that the green wire is not used.

  • Page 222: Appendix C: C-Map Chart Card Features

    Appendix C: C-MAP Chart Card Features Appendix C: C-MAP Chart Card Features The C_MAP chart cards display cartographic features which are derived from a library of symbols. The library includes a set of 16 x 16 pixel bitmaps which provide realistically shaped icons for many chart objects. However, these complex icons can overlap and clutter the display at some scales, so it possible for the user to select smaller, simple icons.
  • Page 223 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Menu Option Chart Features CAUTION & ROUTING Caution Areas Tracks and Routes DATA Caution area Deep water route part Fishing facility Deep water route cen- Marine farm/cul- terline ture Fairway Cable, submarine Ferry route Cable area Navigation line Offshore prod’n...
  • Page 224 Appendix C: C-MAP Chart Card Features Menu Option Chart Features LAND FEATURES Natural Features Cultural Features Building, religious Coastline Airport area Building, single Dune Built-up area Cemetery Hill Railway Fortified Structure Land elevation Road crossing Siloway route part Land region Road part Tank Land...
  • Page 225 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays The following chart features are always displayed: Menu option Chart features PORTS Ports: Services Port Information Berthing facility Coastguard station Port area Causeway Pilot boarding Harbour master Checkpoint place Coast Guard Crane Rescue station Police Signal station, traf- Customs...
  • Page 226 Appendix C: C-MAP Chart Card Features The following chart features are always displayed: Menu option Chart features ROCKS Underwater Rock WRECKS Wrecks DEPTHS 1 Depth area DEPTHS 2 Dredged area DEPTHS 3 Intertidal area PORTS Mooring/Warping facility CAUTION AREAS Fish haven OFFSHORE INSTALLA- Diffuser TIONS...
  • Page 227 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays...

  • Page 228: Appendix D:seatalk And Nmea Data Received And Transmitted

    Appendix D: SeaTalk and NMEA Data Received and Transmitted Appendix D:SeaTalk and NMEA Data Received and Transmitted The following table defines the data received on the NMEA/SeaTalk ports. Data sources are listed in order of priority except where indicated. Data Received Source Position (LAT/LON) SeaTalk, GGA, RMC, RMA, GLL...
  • Page 229 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays The display unit transmits the following data, if available, on SeaTalk: Data Output SeaTalk NMEA Out ✔ Position (LAT/LON) GGA, GLL, RMC, RMA ✔ Position (Loran C TD’s) ✔ Speed Over Ground and RMC, VTG , RMA Course Over Ground...

  • Page 230: Appendix E: Connecting A Raymarine Heading Sensor

    150G or 400G course com- puter. The method of connecting to your display is the same. If you have a Raymarine 150G or 400G course computer we recommend that you configure your system as follows and illustrated below: •...
  • Page 231 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Scanner Typical SeaTalk System GAIN DISPLAY MARKS MULTI VRM/EBL ALARMS RANGE Fluxgate Compass POWER ENTER CLEAR MENU SeaTalk NMEA G Series Course Computer Distribution Panel 12/24V 12/24V Supply Supply NMEA SeaTalk SeaTalk D5969_1 Figure E-1: Radar System with a G-Series Course Computer...

  • Page 232: Appendix F: Abbreviations

    Appendix F: Abbreviations Appendix F: Abbreviations ANSI American National Standards Institute American Wire Gauge Bearing and Distance Indicator Bearing CCFL Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp Course Deviation Indicator Code of Federal Regulations Course Made Good Course Over Ground Cathode Ray Tube Center deciBels Direct Current...
  • Page 233 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Liquid Crystal Display longitude Magnetic meters MARPA Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid Main Bang Suppression millimeter Man OverBoard Mark nautical mile NMEA National Marine Electronics Association Position (of vessel) Radio Frequency Range Revolutions Per Minute Single Side Band Ships Heading Marker Speed Over Ground...

  • Page 234: Index

    Index Index Window Options 2.13 Center Control (Radar) 2.20 Center the Chart 1.10 2.22 Changing the Heading Mode 4.1 Accessories 8.4 Changing the Radar Range 3.3 Acquire Changing the Targets Display 3.11 a Target 3.26 Chart Adding Center 1.10 2.22 a Waypoint to a Route 5.18 5.28 Data 4.1...
  • Page 235 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Connections 8.12 MARPA Target 3.27 Display Unit 8.13 MOB 4.5 NMEA Input 8.13 8.22 8.24 Moving 1.14 2.15 NMEA Output 8.13 8.26 8.28 On/Off 2.15 3.18 Power 8.12 Pilot 7.4 Power & NMEA In 8.13 8.15 8.24 Position 7.4...
  • Page 236 Index GAIN 1.15 2.27 MARKS 1.15 5.12 5.35 5.36 EBL (Electronic Bearing Lines) 3.1 3.13 Display 7.11 MENU 1.15 5.37 Echoes 3.4 MULTI 1.15 3.22 False 3.5 POWER 1.15 Indirect 3.6 RANGE 1.15 2.24 2.25 Multiple 3.6 VRM/EBL 1.15 3.13 3.14 Editing Deleting...
  • Page 237 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays G-Series Course Computer E.1 Guard Zones 3.1 3.19 Key Beep 7.4 Controlling Alarms 3.19 3.21 Keys Deleting 3.19 3.21 Dedicated 1.3 1.13 1.15 Moving 3.19 3.21 Lighting 2.6 Placing 3.19 3.20 Soft 1.3 1.13 1.16 Reshaping 3.19...
  • Page 238 Index Full Screen 2.8 Selecting 2.8 Radar 1.4 Switching Control 2.12 Radar/Chart Overlay 1.4 Orientation - Chart 7.17 7.18 Mounting the Display Unit 8.10 Overlaying Radar onto Chart 2.26 Console Mounting 8.10 Moving Picture Reset 9.2 a Data Box 1.14 2.15 Pilot Data Box 7.4 a Floating EBL 3.17...
  • Page 239 SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays Definition 1.2 NMEA Transfer 5.34 Options 1.7 Retrieving 5.18 5.23 Range Rings 2.21 Reversing 5.27 5.28 Radar Master 1.2 Saving 5.18 Radar Mode 1.4 Saving to a User Cartridge 5.34 Radar Set Up 7.11 Transferring 5.34 Radar/Chart Overlay 1.10 2.26...
  • Page 240 Index Servicing Synchronize Chart and Radar 1.10 2.23 7.17 EMC Guidelines 9.2 System Set Up Options 1.4 2.16 Connections 8.12 Set Up Parameters Grounding 8.12 GPS Set Up 6.9 Set Up 7.2 Seting Up a GPS 6.9 Target (Chart) 5.29 Setting Alarms and Timers 6.1 Arrival 5.29 5.31...
  • Page 241 viii SL70MRC & SL70CRC PLUS Pathfinder Radar/Chartplotter Displays User Cartridge 5.34 XTE (Cross Track Error) Variation Source 7.4 Data Box 7.4 Vectors 7.17 7.19 Restart 5.29 5.32 MARPA Target 7.14 VMG Data Box 7.4 Zoom 1.7 1.10 2.17 2.18 VRM (Variable Range Markers) 3.1 3.13 VRM/EBL 3.14 3.16...
  • Page 242 (auto mileage and tolls) up to 100 round trip highway miles (160 kilometres) and travel time of 2 hours, will be assumed by Raymarine only on products where proof of installation or commission by authorized service agents, can be shown.
  • Page 243 Factory Service Centers United States of America UK, Europe, Middle East, Far East Raymarine Inc Raymarine Ltd 22 Cotton Road,Unit D Anchorage Park, Portsmouth Nashua, NH 03063-4219, USA PO3 5TD, England Telephone: +1 603 881 5200 Telephone: +44 (0)23 9269 3611...

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