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  • Page 1 NSO-II Operator Manual ENGLISH simrad-yachting.com...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    NSO-II Installation manual. About this manual This manual is a reference guide for operating the Simrad NSO-II systems. It assumes that all equipment is installed and configured, and that the system is ready to use. The manual assumes that the user has basic knowledge of navigation, nautical terminology and practices.

  • Page 4: Pdf Viewer

    The software This manual is written for Simrad NSO-II Release to Market 1 (RTM1). Please check website for details on release version. ¼ Note: The About dialog above is an example only and may not match the software in- stalled on your unit! The manual will be continuously updated to match new software releases.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction OP40 Remote Control of NSO-II Touch terminology and icons NSO-II screen layout Basic operation Turn power on/off Using the touchscreen Pages and panels Menus Dialog boxes Positioning a Man Over Board mark Charts Chart panel Chart scale Panning the chart...
  • Page 6 Wind steering and navigation Using the NSO-II in an AP24/AP28 system Using the autopilot in an EVC system Autopilot settings panel Radar Radar panel Radar operational modes Using the cursor on the radar panel Optimizing the radar image Positioning the radar center...
  • Page 7 CZone AC Main Control Interface (AMCI) and AC Output Interface (ACOI) support Alarm system Type of messages Acknowledging a message Alarms dialog Tools page Vessels Alarms Satellites Find Waypoints/routes/tracks Trip Log Sun/moon Tides GoFree wireless Operating the NSO-II with a wireless device Contents | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 8 Selecting simulator source files Advanced simulator settings 104 Maintenance Preventive maintenance Simple maintenance procedures Software upgrades Trouble shooting Backing up your system data 106 Menu and dialog overview Panel menus Goto menu Settings dialogs 109 Index Contents | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Direct Access Keys (DAK). Provide direct access to a page. Repeated presses of each DAK cycles through several different pages that relate to the DAK PWR key. Used to turn the NSO-II system on/off and to display dialog for light adjustment, night mode and standby mode...

  • Page 10: Touch Terminology And Icons

    Touch terminology and icons Multitouch gestures are predefined motions used to interact with multitouch devices. The gesture-function-pairs which applies to the NSO-II are listed below. Term Icon Description Tap screen once e.g. on chart item to show basic information on item or tap a checkbox to set the option on/off.

  • Page 11: Nso-Ii Screen Layout

    NSO-II screen layout Video Instrument bar See “Customizing Navigation and sensor info can be viewed in a user configurable instrument bar at the your system” on page 100 top of your screen. The button in the top left corner will call up the Pages overview panel for further information (Home).
  • Page 12 All control panels and sub-panels are always full screen, and they will open on top of your previous page. When you close one of these panels the display will return to last active page. 12 | Introduction | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 13 Also included are waypoints, routes and tracks library, trip log, sun/moon status, find function and files. Settings The Settings panel gives access to system and vessel setup, application settings, and to the simulator. | 13 Introduction | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 14: Basic Operation

    PWR key on the OP40 Remote Control to turn the NSO-II system on/off. Advanced power control Power switch The NSO-II can be wired and configured to control More features via the power key the power of displays and compatible devices.

  • Page 15: Pages And Panels

    By pressing the X key the menu will return to previous menu level, and then exit. You can also close a menu by tapping the screen outside the menu area. | 15 Basic operation | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 16: Dialog Boxes

    Navigation to subsequent MOB marks will need to be done manually. Cancel navigation The NSO-II will continue navigating towards the MOB point until the waypoint is reached or until navigation is cancelled. Delete a MOB mark A MOB mark is deleted by selecting the MOB mark and then activating the menu.

  • Page 17: Charts

    On the panel you can plan and navigate routes, place waypoints, overlay a radar image or weather information, and display AIS targets. The NSO-II has different embedded cartography depending on region. Units sold in America will include Insight cartography, while units sold in other regions will have an embedded basemap plus a cartography SD card.

  • Page 18: Using The Cursor On The Chart Panel

    Cursor Information window Reposition the measuring points by tapping and dragging the icon at either end. Finish measuring You terminate the measuring function by tapping the panel button. 18 | Charts | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 19: Positioning The Chart On The Panel

    Own vessel heading is based on information from the active heading sensor and COG from active GPS sensor. For other vessels COG data is included in the message received from the AIS system. | 19 Charts | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 20: Chart Overlay

    The same applies if you have two Navionics charts available. Chart data The NSO-II can use Navionics Platinum Plus and TurboView via SD Card Slot accessible from the NSO Marine Processor box. Charts are shared over the network, so only one chart card per boat is required.

  • Page 21: Insight And Cmap Chart Options

    Chart orientation See page 19. Look ahead This option centres the chart slightly forward of your vessel so that you can maximize your view ahead. See “3D charts” on page 21. | 21 Charts | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 22: Chart Detail

    • 2D presents chart information in a basic mapping mode with Navionics details • 3D provides a three dimensional graphical view of land and sea contours Chart shading Shading adds terrain information to the chart. 22 | Charts | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 23 The tide and current data available in Navionics charts are related to a specific date and time. The NSO-II animates the arrows and/or gauges to show the tides and currents evolution over time. Dynamic Tide information...

  • Page 24: Photo Overlay

    Minimum transparency Transparency value = 10 Navionics Fish’n Chip NSO-II supports Navionics Fish’n Chip (US only) chart feature. For more information, see www.navionics.com. Depth highlight range Select a range of depths between which Navionics will fill with a different color.
  • Page 25 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 draught. | 25 Charts | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 26: Waypoints, Routes & Tracks

    The waypoint icon will change to indicate moving mode Tap on the chart panel to select a new position Finish moving Confirm the new position by tapping the panel button or by pressing the OP40 rotary knob. 26 | Waypoints, routes & tracks | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 27: Routes

    The automatic tracking function can be turned off from the Tracks panel described later in this section. | 27 Waypoints, routes & tracks | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 28: Waypoints, Route And Tracks Panels

    You can select to position track points based on time settings, distance, or by letting the NSO-II system position a waypoint automatically when a course change is registered. ¼ Note: The Tracks option must also be turned ON in the chart settings to be visible.

  • Page 29: Navigating With The Nso-Ii

    Navigating with the NSO-II The navigation function included in the NSO-II allows you to navigate towards the cursor position, a waypoint or along a predefined route. For information about positioning waypoints and creating routes, refer “Waypoints, routes & tracks” on page 26.

  • Page 30: Navigating With The Autopilot

    Navigating with the autopilot If an AC12, AC42 or an SG05 autopilot computer is connected to the system, autopilot functionality will be included in the NSO-II. When you start navigation on a system with autopilot functionality, you will be prompted to set the pilot to navigation mode.

  • Page 31: Navigation Panels

    Datum Most paper charts are made in the WGS84 format, which also is used by the NSO-II system. If your paper charts are in a different format, you can change the datum settings accordingly to match your paper charts.

  • Page 32: Position Panels

    GPS position info Loran position info Data fields Position in lat. and lon. (GPS) or as Loran GRI and station values Time and date Speed over ground Course over ground 32 | Navigating with the NSO-II | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 33: Autopilot

    OP40 STBY/AUTO key. ¼ Note: If the NSO-II is connected to an EVC system via the SG05, you can take manual control of the steering irrespective of the autopilot mode. Refer “Using the autopilot in an EVC system”...

  • Page 34: Autopilot Panel

    MENU key. Autopilot mode overview The autopilot has several steering modes. Number of modes and features within the mode depend on boat type and available inputs, as shown in table on the next page. 34 | Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 35 | 35 Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 36: Controlling Steering Performance In Automatic Modes

    The autopilot includes a number of automatic turn steering features for power boats when the pilot is in AUTO mode. The turn steering option will not be available if the boat type is set to sailboat - instead the tack/gybe feature is implemented. 36 | Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 37 33 ft - 3281 ft 656 ft Initial radius 10 m - 1000 m 200 m -164 ft - +164 ft 66 ft Change of radius per turn -50 m - +50 m 20 m | 37 Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 38 The main course can be changed by turning the OP40 rotary knob. Turn parameter Range Change per step Default Course change 4° - 160° 28° 16 ft - 1641 ft 656 ft Radius 5 m – 500 m 200 m 38 | Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 39 Use the following process to initiate DCT steering; Ensure that you have depth reading on the NSO-II unit or on a separate depth instrument Steer the boat to the depth you want to track, and in the direction of the depth contour...

  • Page 40: Nodrift Mode

    You can start navigation from any panel by pressing the OP40 GO TO key. The goto cursor option will only be available when the cursor is active on a Chart, Radar or Echosounder panel. For more information about navigating with the NSO-II refer to page 29. You can also start navigating from the autopilot menu.

  • Page 41: Sailing With The Autopilot

    Initiate wind steering as follows; Switch the Autopilot to AUTO mode Adjust the boat heading until wind angle is according to the angle you want to maintain Press the OP40 MENU key, and select Wind | 41 Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 42 It will react immediately when the apparent wind angle becomes 5° less than the set minimum wind angle, and more rudder will be commanded. When running, it is difficult to steer the boat with waves coming sideways or from behind. 42 | Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 43: Wind Steering And Navigation

    You can only unlock the remote stations from the AP24/AP28 unit in command. Using the autopilot in an EVC system When the NSO-II is connected to an EVC system via the SG05, you can take manual control of the steering irrespective of the autopilot mode.

  • Page 44: Autopilot Settings Panel

    ¼ Note: The lock function is not available on the NSO-II unit which is active as pilot control! If the NSO-II unit is part of an AP24/AP28 system, the unit can be locked from the AP24/ AP28 control unit. Sea state filter The Seastate filter is used to reduce rudder activity and autopilot sensitivity in rough weather.

  • Page 45: Sailing Parameters

    A low response level reduces the rudder activity and provides a more “loose” steering. A high response level increases the rudder activity and provides a more “tight” steering. A too high response level will make the boat start S-ing. | 45 Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 46 This option displays an overview of all autopilot steering parameters, and you can adjust parameters if required. For more details, refer to the separate AC12/AC42 Installation manual. Installation Used for autopilot installation and commissioning. See the separate AC12/AC42 or SC05 Installation manual. 46 | Autopilot | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 47: Radar

    Radar symbology can be turned ON/OFF collectively from the Radar menu, or individually as described in “Radar settings panel” on page 54. Radar operational modes The radar’s operational modes are controlled from the NSO-II unit. The following modes are available: The power to the radar scanner is turned off Standby The power to the radar scanner is on, but the radar is not transmitting.

  • Page 48: Optimizing The Radar Image

    Radar motion is indicated on the upper left corner of the radar panel as either TM (True motion) or RM (Relative motion). The radar position can only be changed when the radar is transmitting. Center Default setting. The radar PPI center is centered on the radar panel. 48 | Radar | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 49: Measuring Range And Bearing To A Target

    You can position EBL/VRM by using the cursor, and edit the marker position as described below. When positioned, you can quickly turn the EBL/VRM on/off by tapping the relevant markers on the data bar. | 49 Radar | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 50: Setting A Guard Zone Around Your Vessel

    The threshold sets required signal strength for the lowest radar signals. Radar returns below this limit will be filtered and not displayed. Default value: 30%. target boost The target boost option is used for increasing the size of radar targets. 50 | Radar | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 51: Target Expansion

    Rotates the radar image to display the current navigation course directly up. This option works only when the NSO-II is navigating an active route. If you are not navigating an active route the heading up orientation will be used until the navigation function is started.

  • Page 52: Marpa Targets

    MARPA targets If the NSO-II includes a heading sensor, the MARPA function (Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid) can be used to track up to tem radar targets. You can define alarms to notify you if a target gets too close. Refer “MARPA target settings”...

  • Page 53: 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. When the radar overlay is selected, basic radar operational functions are available from the Chart panel’s menu. | 53 Radar | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 54: Radar Settings Panel

    MARPA settings Allows for adding target trails and guard zone indication around a MARPA target. Refer to description on previous pages. Installation The Installation option is used for Radar installation, described in the separate NSO-II Installation manual. 54 | Radar |...

  • Page 55: Echosounder

    This option allows you to manually set both upper and lower range limits. The echosounder panel can be setup as a single view, or with split view where the left and the right side presents different images. | 55 Echosounder | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 56: Zooming

    The scaling factor for the image on the left side of the panel is adjusted as described for the Zoom option. Echo frequency The NSO-II unit supports several transducer frequencies. Available frequencies depend on sounder module and which transducer model is connected.

  • Page 57: Adjusting Color And Gain Settings

    You can pan the image history by dragging left/right on the screen. Clear cursor panel button or press the OP40 X key. To resume normal scrolling, tap the | 57 Echosounder | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 58: Placing A Mark On An Echosounder Image

    Recording echosounder data You can record echosounder data and save the file internally in the NSO-II unit, or on to an SD card inserted into the unit’s card reader located on the processor box. The function is activated from “Echosounder settings panel”, see page 60.

  • Page 59: Echo Options

    This will clearly separate fish and vegetation from the bottom. No bottom coloring Bottom coloring ON Optional echosounder image items Echosounder images can be turned on/off individually. Refer graphics on page 55. | 59 Echosounder | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 60: Structurescan™ Overlay

    If you have more than one echosounder on your network, you can select which sounder to be the preferred source on this NSO-II unit. Network echosounder You can share the echosounder connected to this NSO-II unit on the network For more information about how to setup echosounders, refer to the separate NSO-II Installation manual.
  • Page 61 Pausing the echosounder Refer page 58. Overlay downscan When a StructureScan unit is connected to your NSO-II system, you can overlay DownScan images on the regular echo image. When activated, the echosounder menu will expand to include basic StructureScan options. See “StructureScan™ overlay” described previously.

  • Page 62: Structurescan

    The DownScan image can also be added as an overlay to the traditional Echosounder image. For more information, refer to “StructureScan™ overlay” on page 60. DownScan Depth Temperature Range Frequency / zoom scale Upper range Color indicator Sea bed Lower range 62 | StructureScan™ | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 63: Zooming

    To select zooming level on the StructureScan image, you can use the IN/ OUT keys on OP40 or simply pinch to zoom IN and spread to zoom OUT. Zoom level is shown on the panel. Zoom in Zoom out | 63 StructureScan™ | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Color Settings

    MARK key. You can position a mark on a selected echosounder item by tapping the screen and then activating the menu. ¼ Note: Only marks positioned by using the cursor will include depth information. 64 | StructureScan™ | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 65: Measuring Distance

    2 elements on the image. Recording StructureScan™ data You can record StructureScan data and save the file internally in the NSO-II unit, or onto an SD card as described in “Recording and viewing the echosounder data” on page 61. Structure options Structure palette Several display palettes with varying degrees of color and brightness are available.

  • Page 66: Structuremap

    Structure data will start to appear on the chart screen as soon as Structure overlay is enabled Select Structure source Live data is default ¼ Note: Structure overlay can also be activated by selecting a saved StructureMap file from the Files dialog. 66 | StructureMap | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 67: Structuremap Sources

    ¼ Note: When saved files are used as source, the NSO-II displays all StructureMap files found on the SD card and in the system’s internal memory. If there is more than one Structure- Map of the same area, the images will overlap and clutter the chart.

  • Page 68: Recording Structurescan Data

    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 NSO-II systems. When using StructureMap with mapping cards, copy the StructureMap (.smf ) files to the unit’s internal memory.

  • Page 69: Structure Options

    Filters the signal interference and reduces the on-screen clutter rejection Clear live Clears existing live mode history trails from the screen and begins history showing only the most current data Record data Records StructureScan data Source Selects StructureMap source | 69 StructureMap | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 70: Instrument Panels

    Tap and hold on the gauge you want to change. The selected gauge will have a red out- line Select info to display Finish editing Save your changes by using the menu or by tapping the panel button. 70 | Instrument panels | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 71: Ais - Automatic Identification System

    You can define alarms to notify you if an AIS target gets too close or if the target is lost. AIS vessels on a chart panel AIS vessels on a radar panel Target symbols The NSO-II system use the AIS target symbols shown below: Symbol Description Sleeping AIS target (not moving or at anchor).

  • Page 72: Vessel Alarms

    You need to have your own MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number entered in the NSO-II system to be able to receive addressed messages from AIS and DSC vessels. It is also important to have the MMSI number entered to avoid seeing your own vessel as an AIS target on the chart.

  • Page 73: Ais Sart

    AIS transmitter. An icon is positioned on the chart, but this icon is an AIS vessel icon. Refer icon description in the NSO-II Operator manual. If your AIS receiver is compliant with AIS SART, the following take place when AIS SART data is received: •...
  • Page 74 Navico NAIS-400 transponder. AIS SART alarm message When data is received from an AIS SART, an alarm message is displayed on the NSO-II . This message includes the AIS SART’s unique MMSI number, its position and its distance and bearing from your vessel.

  • Page 75: Audio

    Audio When the NSO-II is connected to a SonicHub server you can use your unit to control audio playback from iPod, iPhone, USB mass storage device (mp3) and AM/FM radio. Before playing FM radio you must purchase a marine-grade AM/FM antenna.

  • Page 76: Operating The Audio Source

    By default the volume for all speaker zones are adjusted when you adjust the volume on an NSO-II unit. You can adjust each speaker zone individually from any NSO-II unit from the SonicHub Zones dialog. From this dialog you can also define which zones shall be altered when you increase/decrease the volume from the control unit.

  • Page 77: Audio Playback

    Saving a channel to the favorite list When the channel is tuned in, you can add the stations to your favorite list. All favorite channels can be viewed, selected and deleted from within this list. | 77 Audio | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 78: Using The Sirius Radio

    You can lock selected Sirius channels from being broadcasted unless an unlock code is entered. When the function is activated, a 4 digit code must be entered before the locking is activated. The same code must be entered before a locked channel can be released. 78 | Audio | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 79: Fusion-Link Support

    NSO-II. A compatible FUSION-Link device connected to the NMEA 2000 network should automatically be identified by the NSO-II. If not, enable the feature from the advanced option in the system settings menu. ¼ Note: Only one audio device is allowed - either a SonicHub or a FUSION-Link capable device, but not both.

  • Page 80: Weather

    Importing GRIB data GRIB data must be imported into memory before it can be used. The file can be imported directly from an SD card, or from the NSO-II if you have previously copied the file to the device. ¼ Note: GRIB data that is imported from an SD will not be saved in the NSO-II.
  • Page 81 If no current time is provided via GPS the GRIB file time is only relative to the earli- est forecast in the file. It will then not show a real time weather representation. Animation speed Use the OP40 rotary knob to adjust animation speed. | 81 Weather | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 82: Siriusxm™ Weather (North America Only)

    SiriusXM™ weather (North America only) When connected to a Navico Weather Module WM-2, you can subscribe and include Sirius™ audio and Sirius™ Marine Weather Service on your NSO-II system (North America only). Sirius™ audio and weather service covers inland US waters and coastal areas into the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.
  • Page 83 Tropical disturbance/depression tracking; past (grey) - present (red) - future (yellow) Storm attributes Lightning Watch box location and warning Marine zone location Weather overlay transparency The opaqueness of the weather overlay can be adjusted. | 83 Weather | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 84: Weather Alarms

    These statements are available for the entire Atlantic and the Eastern Pacific. Animating Sirius™ weather graphics The NSO-II records the weather information you have turned on, and this information can be used to animate past or future weather conditions. The amount of information available in the system depends on the amount of weather activity;...

  • Page 85: Video

    Setting up the video panel Video source NSO-II supports two video input channels. You can select to view one channel only, or to cycle the image between available video cameras. The cycle period can be set from 5 to 120 seconds.

  • Page 86: Flir Camera Control

    A video panel can be set up as a single panel, or as one of the panels on a multiple panel page. Establishing connection with the FLIR video camera When a video panel is active, the NSO-II will automatically recognize a Flir camera if this is available on the network. ¼ Note:...
  • Page 87 ¼ Note: You can take over camera control from any NSO-II unit connected to the Ethernet network. Panning and tilting the camera When the connection to the FLIR camera is established, pan and tilt panel buttons appear on the video panel. The left and right arrows control the camera’s pan, while the up and down arrows tilt the camera.

  • Page 88: Bep Czone

    A separate manual will be provided with your CZone system. Refer to this documentation and to the NSO-II Installation manual for how to install and configure the CZone system. BEP CZone panel Quick access to CZone panel from Pages When the CZone system is connected and configured, the CZone icon will be shown on the Pages overview panel (Home).

  • Page 89: Czone System Overview Options

    AMCI allows you to select which mains power device will supply power to the vessel. ACOI provides on/off control and power distribution protection for AC devices on the vessel. AC controls are configurable under Control and Monitor panel. | 89 BEP CZone | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 90: Alarm System

    Alarm system The NSO-II system will continuously check for dangerous situations and system faults while the system is running. When an alarm situation occurs, an alarm message will pop up on the screen. If you have enabled the siren, the alarm message will be followed by an audible alarm, and the switch for external alarm will go active.

  • Page 91: Alarms Dialog

    The alarms can be setup in the Alarms dialog. This dialog also includes information about active alarms and alarm history. The alarms are described in the chapter describing the corresponding feature e.g. all autopilot alarms are described in the Autopilot section. | 91 Alarm system | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 92: Tools Page

    Alarm settings List of all available alarm options in the system, with current settings. Satellites Status page for active satellites. WAAS (and EGNOS) differential position correction can be configured to On or OFF. 92 | Tools page | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 93: Find

    Displays tide information for the tide station nearest to your vessel. Tap the arrow panel buttons to change date, or tap the date field to access the calender function. Available tide stations can be selected from the menu. | 93 Tools page | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 94 The log file can be exported from the Files dialog. When you select the Log database you are prompted to select a destination folder and filename. Once accepted the log file is written to the chosen location. 94 | Tools page | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 95: Gofree Tm Wireless

    Guide. Setting the NSO-II name The name of the NSO-II can be set by the user. The entered name will be broadcasted on NMEA 2000 and IP based networks. Choose a unique name for the NSO-II to allow you to identify each unit on the Simrad GoFree Controller &...
  • Page 96 On large or metal hulled vessels it may be necessary to connect multiple WIFI-1 access points to extend the range. Up to 2 WIFI-1 units can be connected to one NSO-II, but only the WIFI-1 unit defined as primary access point can be used for connecting the wireless device to the NSO-II.
  • Page 97 See description later in this section. When control is confirmed, the connection is immediately established. All wireless devices that are allowed to control the NSO-II are listed in the Wifi device list. Disabling wireless control You disable wireless control from a remote device as follows:...

  • Page 98: Operating The Nso-Ii With A Wireless Device

    Select On the wireless device, select the view only option You can now view the NSO-II display on the wireless devise, but no operation is allowed. Wireless control of the NSO-II is re-established by re-starting the App and confirming remote control.
  • Page 99 Returns to the GoFree Controller page. Using the WIFI-1 for data bridging The WIFI-1 can be used for bridging data from the NSO-II to other applications running on a wireless remote device. The graphics below is an example only, showing setup for the iNavX application run on an iPhone.

  • Page 100: Customizing Your System

    Select the panel icon one by one to set up your custom pages Save Save the page layout by tapping the button. You can have several panels on each page. The panels are arranged as illustrated below. 100 | Customizing your system | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 101: Setting The Appearance Of The Instrument Bar

    Save your changes by tapping the Close button. Changing system settings The system settings provide access to advanced settings for your system and determines the way your system displays various user interface information on the display. | 101 Customizing your system | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 102: Screen Capture

    Power control Controls whether this unit is a master or slave on the network. Advanced Shows a dialog with more advanced settings. About Displays copyright information and technical information for this unit. 102 | Customizing your system | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 103: Simulator

    Used for manually entered values when GPS source is set to Simulated course or Simulated route. Otherwise, GPS data including speed and course comes from the selected echosounder or radar files. Set start position Moves the vessel to current cursor position. | 103 Simulator | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 104: Maintenance

    Push the connector plugs into the connector, if the connector plugs are equipped with a lock; ensure that this is in the correct position. Software upgrades The latest software for the NSO-II will be available for download from our website; www.simrad-yaching.com Detailed instructions for how to install the software will follow the upgrade files.

  • Page 105: Backing Up Your System Data

    Select Files from the Tools dialog Press the OP40 rotary knob to access the export dialog, and select the file format you want to export to Select destination folder Enter name for exported file. | 105 Maintenance | NSO-II Operator Manual...

  • Page 106: Menu And Dialog Overview

    Menu and dialog overview Panel menus The graphics below shows panel specific menus with and without active cursor on panel. MENU Tap the button or tab and hold on the panel to call up the panel menu. Chart Instruments ¼ Note: Chart menu will be extended if overlay is selected.

  • Page 107: Settings Dialogs

    Settings dialogs Settings overview page is available by selecting the PAGES button and then Settings. System settings Echosounder settings Chart settings Radar settings Insight chart database Autopilot settings Navionics chart database | 107 Menu and dialog overview | User Guide Style Template...
  • Page 108 Navigation settings Units settings Fuel settings Network settings Tracks settings Vessels settings Alarms settings Simulator settings 108 | Menu and dialog overview | User Guide Style Template...

  • Page 109: Index

    Tacking 42 Filtering the targets 73 Turn pattern steering 36 Icon orientation 73 Turn variables 37 SART 73 Using the NSO-II in an AP24/AP28 Selecting targets 71 system 43 Target symbols 71 Waypoint arrival circle 41 Vessel alarms 72 Wind steering 43...
  • Page 110 Navigation settings 30, 108 Settings 108 Navionics chart options 22 Fusion Link Support 79 Fish’n Chip 24 Optional settings 25 Photo overlay 24 GoFreeTM wireless 95 Photo transparency 24 Goto menu 29 Network settings 108 110 | Index | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 111 Orientation 51 Options 69 Overlay 47, 53 Recording 68 Palette 51 Sources 67 Panel 47 Structure overlay 66 Rain Clutter 48 StructureScan 62 Range rings 49 Color settings 64 Rotary controls 47 Cursor 64 | 111 Index | NSO-II Operator Manual...
  • Page 112 Adjusting image 85 FLIR camera control 86 Menus 85 Panel 85 Source 85 Warranty 3 Waypoints 26 Alarm settings 26 Dragging waypoints 18 Edit 26 Listing 93 Panel 28 Placing waypoints 18 Positioning 26 112 | Index | NSO-II Operator Manual...
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