Appendix E - Demonstration Mode - NorthStar MX500 Operator's & Installation Manual

Demonstration Mode

Appendix E - Demonstration Mode

This enables the CDU to function as though you are under way, even
though you are completely stationary. The default setting is No. When
set to Yes, all three Traffic Lights will be illuminated, and a D symbol is
displayed in the upper left corner of every display. Generally speaking,
this feature is used by BNT-ME and your dealer for show room or trade
show demonstrations. However, you can use it as a training tool until
you become familiar with the CDU. You can also use it to output NMEA
0183 records on the data ports to test and demonstrate other devices
such as autopilots, chart plotters, and radars.
In the CFG Operation screen, activate the Demonstration Mode by
selecting Yes.
Follow:
Demonstration SOG: causes the CDU to simulate a speed of up to 99
Demonstration COG: causes the CDU to simulate a course over ground
To setup your course, load the desired waypoints into RTE1. Notice
that the CDU loads your point of departure as N 00, W 000.
Version 3.0
Active Route: causes the CDU to use the route loaded in RTE1
screen.
Rhumb Line: causes the CDU to follow the bearing you input in
this screen under Demonstration COG.
knots. Slower speeds of 5 to 25 knots provide the best demonstra-
tion results.
of up to 359.9 degrees when Follow is set to Rhumb Line.
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