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Raymarine H6
Owner's Manual
Document Number: 81238_1
Date: September 2004

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  • Page 1 81238_1.book Page 1 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 Owner’s Manual Document Number: 81238_1 Date: September 2004...
  • Page 2 81238_1.book Page 2 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Trademarks and registered trademarks Autohelm, HSB, Raymarine, RayTech, Raymarine H6, Sail Pilot, SeaTalk and Sportpilot are registered trademarks of Raymarine Limited. Apelco is a registered trademark of Raymarine Holdings Limited (Registered in all major marketing territories).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Information ..................ix Intended use ....................ix The limits of electronic navigation ............. ix Safety notices ....................x Using H6 .......................xiii About this manual ..................xiii Conventions used ................xiii EMC conformance ..................xiii Technical accuracy ..................xiv System overview and the User interface ............1 Introduction ....................
  • Page 4 81238_1.book Page iv Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Finding your boat on the chart ...............23 Choosing a chart type ...................23 Split screen ....................24 Chart/radar overlay ..................25 Measuring distances on a chart ..............26 Displaying weather information ..............27 Using waypoints ....................31...
  • Page 5 81238_1.book Page v Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Making a target clearer ................. 60 Setting up the radar display ................61 Changing the displayed range ............61 Marking a position on the radar screen ............61 Using radar to help avoid a collision ............. 62 Range rings ..................
  • Page 6 81238_1.book Page vi Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Marking a position on the screen ..............86 Sonar Tools and Controls ..................89 Tools ......................89 Controls ......................90 Using Lifeline ......................93 Introduction ....................93 The receiver ....................93 The transmitter ....................93 Activating the tags ..................94...
  • Page 7 Lifeline transmitters ................ 128 Replacing a transmitter battery ............128 System recovery ..................129 Service ......................130 Contacting Raymarine ................130 US and Canada ................130 Europe and the Rest of the World ........... 130 On the Internet ................130 Appendix A:Charts ....................133...
  • Page 8 Factors that can impair an image ..............151 Range and shift values ................151 Appendix D:Technical specification ...............153 Appendix E: List of Abbreviations ..............165 Appendix F: Installation checklist ..............167 Appendix G:Software license .................169 Appendix H:Disclaimer ..................171 Raymarine H6 World Wide Warranty ..............173...

  • Page 9: Important Information

    Important Information Important Information Intended use Raymarine H6 is intended for recreational marine use. Users should note that only authorized government charts, publications and associated Notices to Mariners contain all the information required for safe navigation. The limits of electronic navigation Experienced navigators know not to rely on a single method of navigation for determining their position.

  • Page 10: Safety Notices

    WARNING: Chart datum t is the Captain’s responsibility to ensure that all cartography used in the H6 system is based on WGS84. Failure to do so could create an error in he boats position. WARNING: Lifeline Lifeline is an aid to crew safety only.
  • Page 11 81238_1.book Page xi Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Important Information WARNING: Lithium batteries The Lifeline transmitter tags have a lithium battery fitted. Do not attempt to recharge these batteries. Do not incinerate these batteries. Ensure that they are replaced with a battery of the same type and check local regulations when disposing of spent batteries.
  • Page 12 81238_1.book Page xii Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual CAUTION: Lifeline transmitter tag Do not overtighten the transmitter tag screws when replacing the unit battery, as this may result in irreparable damage to the unit.

  • Page 13: Using H6

    About this manual This manual describes how to operate the H6 System and is intended for users with varying technical and marine abilities, but assumes a general level of knowledge of PC use and nautical terminology and practices.

  • Page 14: Technical Accuracy

    In addition Raymarine’s policy of continuous product improvement may change specifications without notice. As a result Raymarine cannot accept any liability for any differences between the product and the manual.

  • Page 15: System Overview And The User Interface

    User interface, its controls and how information is displayed. System overview and features H6 is a fully integrated system that is able to provide all of your boat’s navigation, entertainment and non-safety communications requirements. It is based around two marine computers: one for navigation and one for entertainment.
  • Page 16 81238_1.book Page 2 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Chart formats H6 uses the latest digitized versions of the paper charts traditionally used in marine navigation and supports the following formats: • C-Map NT+/PC Selector charts.

  • Page 17: The Command Center

    81238_1.book Page 3 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM System overview and the User interface The Command Center The Command Center consists of two display screens, mounted side-by-side, and a trackball to control the displays. Right display Left display screen screen Lifeline Trackball...

  • Page 18: The User Interface

    The User Interface H6 is operated with an easy-to-use graphical interface that enables you to quickly and easily tailor its resources to suit your needs. This section gives brief information on the interface and its controls. Detailed operating instructions are given in the relevant sections of this manual.
  • Page 19 The label will reflect the chosen option. Data boxes When H6 is powered on, data boxes appear minimized in a column on the left screen, to the right of the button bar. These data boxes can be opened, closed, floated, resized and moved to any position and docked as required.
  • Page 20 81238_1.book Page 6 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Instruments available are: Position - displays latitude and longitude Next waypoint - displays range and bearing Wind - displays direction and speed in either true or relative mode...
  • Page 21 81238_1.book Page 7 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM System overview and the User interface You can also minimize, resize or close a data box by clicking one of the three icons at the right of the upper border. The icons are: - to minimize the data box.
  • Page 22 81238_1.book Page 8 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Control boxes Control boxes are displayed by clicking the Controls tab located next to the Tools tab. The control box contains the softkeys to initiate an action within the chosen application.

  • Page 23: Displaying Information

    Clicking the right button of the trackball will display a menu of functions for a particular object such as a mark, waypoint or chart object. Many objects on an H6 application screen will present a specific menu of functions when you place the cursor over them and right click.
  • Page 24 81238_1.book Page 10 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Alert and information dialog box An alert and information dialog box informs you that something has happened within the application that needs your approval, or tells you that you D7232_1 need to select an option, usually ‘Yes’...

  • Page 25: Getting Started

    The H6 disclaimer is displayed on the left screen. D7234_1 4. If you agree to the terms of the disclaimer, click I Agree. The H6 Welcome screen is displayed. If you do not click I Agree H6 will not start.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Display Screen

    81238_1.book Page 12 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual D7235_1 5. Click OK. The Welcome screen closes and H6 starts. The button bar and databoxes are displayed. Adjusting the display screen The display screens can be adjusted using as follows:...

  • Page 27: System Set Up

    81238_1.book Page 13 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Getting Started System set up With H6 running you can now choose to use either the pre-set modes to operate the system, or customize the layout to suit your particular way of working. Pre-set modes H6 has seven default layout modes which have been determined by Raymarine, but your preferences may be different.
  • Page 28 81238_1.book Page 14 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual To open a pre-set mode: 1. Click Modes. The mode selection window opens. 2. Click the mode you want to work in. The mode selection window closes, and the pre-set instruments and application for that mode will be displayed.
  • Page 29 81238_1.book Page 15 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Getting Started To rename a mode: 1. Set up and save your custom mode as described above. Rename 2. Click 3. Click the mode that you want to rename. The mode label changes to a blue box with the name highlighted and an softkey.

  • Page 30: Custom Modes

    . The new name is accepted. The blue box and the on-screen keyboard close. Display set up Once you have started to use H6, you can enter specific information on your boat and change default settings to your personal preferences to suit the way that you work.
  • Page 31 4. Click the action boxes and change the required settings. 5. Repeat steps 3 through 5 for each setting you want to customize. You can customize any of the following settings: Units configure the units to be used within H6 Logging set up your data logging options Settings...

  • Page 32: System Clock

    81238_1.book Page 18 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual System clock It is important that the H6 system clock is accurately set as this is used as the basis for all calculations within the system, e.g. tides. To set the system clock: 1.

  • Page 33: Setting Depth Alarms

    81238_1.book Page 19 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Getting Started Setting depth alarms The following alarms can be set: • Shallow water. • Deep water. When these are set an audible alarm will sound if the sonar detects that the depth is less than the shallow limit, or greater than the deep limit.

  • Page 34: System Shut Down

    5.Ensure the H6 navigation power breaker is set to OFF. To shut down H6 Entertainment system: 1. Ensure the control switch on the front of the Audio Visual (AV) control unit is set to OFF. 2. Ensure the H6 entertainment power breaker is set to OFF.

  • Page 35: Using The Chart Plotter

    Using the chart plotter WARNING: Chart datum It is the Captain’s responsibility to ensure that all cartography used in the H6 system is based on WGS84. Failure to do so could create an error in the boat’s position. Introduction H6 utilizes chart layering technology, which permits you to simultaneously view different types of charts and maps, including navigational charts, live radar, and weather data.

  • Page 36: Installing Charts

    Zooming in or out will cause the chart to be enlarged or reduced in size. Note: Raymarine H6 is configured for use with charts using WGS84 datum only. If you have problems with opening charts and chart datum, contact Raymarine H6 Technical Ser- vices as detailed in the Maintenance and Troubleshooting section of this manual.

  • Page 37: Finding Your Boat On The Chart

    81238_1.book Page 23 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the chart plotter You can change the range by clicking the softkeys in the tool box. Click this button to move the range OUT and see a larger area Click this button to move the range IN and see a smaller area.

  • Page 38: Split Screen

    Split screen The split screen function within H6 enables chart and radar to be displayed on the same screen. D7242_1 Each section of the screen has an application status bar, displaying information relevant to the image.

  • Page 39: Chart/Radar Overlay

    81238_1.book Page 25 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the chart plotter Chart/radar overlay With radar data available, the radar picture can be overlaid onto the full screen chart plotter display. This option allows you to distinguish between fixed, charted objects and other objects that could be moving boats.

  • Page 40: Measuring Distances On A Chart

    81238_1.book Page 26 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Measuring distances on a chart Distances from one point to another can be measured on a chart using the ruler function. Simply by placing the cursor over a point, the latitude and longitude is displayed in the status bar, and the range and bearing point to point are displayed alongside the ruler.

  • Page 41: Displaying Weather Information

    To clear a ruler: Select Controls/More/Clear Rulers. Displaying weather information With H6 connected to the internet you are able to download weather files, and display and animate these on-screen. Depending upon which area you are in, you can then display such information as: •...
  • Page 42 81238_1.book Page 28 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Temperature Ocean contour current direction Wind direction and strength Pressure contour D7245_1 Once a weather file has been downloaded it can be overlaid on the chart in several layers.
  • Page 43 81238_1.book Page 29 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the chart plotter To get weather information from the internet: 1. Select Controls/Weather/Get Weather. The internet dialog box is displayed. D7246_1 2. Click the action boxes to set up the weather file and information you require. Weather file from web 3.
  • Page 44 81238_1.book Page 30 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual D7248_1 When the download is completed the download alert box is displayed. 9. Click . The weather is now displayed on the chart. To animate a weather file: 1.

  • Page 45: Using Waypoints

    Using waypoints Introduction Waypoints are a core feature of H6. They can be created while any application is active and used by the others. A waypoint is a position marked on a chart, radar or sonar screen as a reference point or as a place to go.

  • Page 46: At The Boat's Current Position

    81238_1.book Page 32 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual ... at the boat’s current position To place a waypoint at the boat’s current position: 1. Move the cursor over the boat icon. 2. Right-click. The right-click menu is displayed.

  • Page 47: Placing A Man Overboard Marker

    In the unfortunate event that a member of crew, or an important piece of equipment falls overboard, a Man Overboard (MOB) marker can be used to mark the position. If a MOB marker is placed, H6 suspends all current navigation functions, calculates the most direct route back to the marker, and automatically makes that the active route.

  • Page 48: Changing A Waypoint Symbol

    81238_1.book Page 34 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Changing a waypoint symbol You can change a waypoint symbol from the default to any of 19 options. To change a waypoint symbol: 1. Select Controls/Routes/Manage Waypoints. The Folders dialog box is displayed.

  • Page 49: Navigating To A Waypoint

    81238_1.book Page 35 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using waypoints Navigating to a waypoint You can navigate to an existing waypoint at any time using: • the cursor. • the waypoints list..using the cursor 1.Place the cursor over the waypoint you want to go to.

  • Page 50: Editing Waypoint Details

    Organizing waypoints You can create as many different groups, known in H6 as folders, containing waypoints as you need, and then manipulate the individual waypoints within those folders. Waypoint folders can be added, deleted or renamed just like individual waypoints.
  • Page 51 81238_1.book Page 37 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using waypoints To create a new waypoint folder 1. Select Controls/Route/Manage Waypoints. The Folders dialog box is displayed. New Folder 2. Click . The on-screen keyboard is displayed. 3. Type in the name for the new folder. Click .
  • Page 52 81238_1.book Page 38 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Deleting a waypoint or waypoint folder To delete a waypoint on-screen: 1. Place the cursor over the waypoint you want to delete. 2. Right-click. The right-mouse menu will be displayed.

  • Page 53: Transferring Waypoints And Route Data

    81238_1.book Page 39 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using waypoints Transferring waypoints and route data Route and waypoint data can be transferred both to and from H6 using hsb. You have the choice of transferring individual waypoints or complete routes. from To transfer a route or waypoint 1.
  • Page 54 81238_1.book Page 40 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual 6. Repeat step 3 through step 5 for each route or waypoint you want to transfer. 7. Click . The Route and Waypoint Transfer dialog box is displayed.
  • Page 55 81238_1.book Page 41 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using waypoints D7392_1 3. When the data transfer is complete click . The Route and Waypoint transfer dialog box closes.
  • Page 56 81238_1.book Page 42 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Using Routes

    81238_1.book Page 43 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using routes Using routes Introduction This section explains how to use H6 to chart and plot courses and covers: • Creating routes. • Editing routes. • Monitoring a course. The definition of terms used in working with charts and routes will be found in Appendix A:Charts A route is made up of a series of waypoints placed on a chart.

  • Page 58: Creating A Route

    81238_1.book Page 44 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Creating a route You create a route by placing a series of waypoints between your starting point and your destination. Each waypoint represents a certain position along the path of a route.

  • Page 59: Following A Route

    81238_1.book Page 45 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using routes If you place a waypoint in the wrong position: Delete Waypoint 1.Right click and select from the right mouse menu. The waypoint is removed. 2.Move the cursor to the correct position and click the mouse.

  • Page 60: Editing A Route

    81238_1.book Page 46 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Editing a route After you have completed plotting your route, you might want to make some changes. These changes can include: • Adding, moving and deleting waypoints.

  • Page 61: Modifying Waypoint Properties

    81238_1.book Page 47 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using routes 6. In the right column, double-click the waypoint that you want to add to the route. The waypoint will appear below the highlighted waypoint in the left column. Up one level 7.
  • Page 62 81238_1.book Page 48 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Waypoint Properties 3. Select and click . The waypoint properties dialog box for the selected waypoint is displayed. 4. Select and click on the details that you want to edit. The on-screen keyboard, numeric pad or drop-down lists will be displayed as required.

  • Page 63: Chart Tools And Controls

    81238_1.book Page 49 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Chart Tools and Controls Chart Tools and Controls The following pages illustrate the soft key hierarchy for the Tools and Controls of the H6 chart plotter application. Tools D7265_1...

  • Page 64: Controls

    81238_1.book Page 50 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Controls Orientation modes Radar overlay options D7266_1 Chart types Route options D7267_1...
  • Page 65 81238_1.book Page 51 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Chart Tools and Controls Chart options Weather options D7268_1 More options D7269_1...
  • Page 66 81238_1.book Page 52 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 67: Using The Radar

    Using the radar Using the radar Introduction This section explains how to use the radar application of H6 to find out what is around you and to assist in collision avoidance and includes: • Setting up the radar display. • Getting the best radar picture.

  • Page 68: The Radar Picture

    81238_1.book Page 54 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual The radar picture With your radar scanner connected and the radar in transmit mode, the radar picture provides a map-like representation of the area in which the radar is operating.

  • Page 69: Changing How The Picture Is Shown

    81238_1.book Page 55 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the radar Changing how the picture is shown The radar picture can be shown in one of three modes: Head - up (H-UP) Head -up is the default mode. The radar picture is shown with the boat’s current heading upwards.

  • Page 70: Moving The Radar Center

    81238_1.book Page 56 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Moving the radar center You can off set the center of the radar picture so that your vessel is shown to one side of the display, allowing you to see more of the radar picture in a particular direction.

  • Page 71: Split Screen

    81238_1.book Page 57 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the radar Split screen The split screen function within H6 enables radar and chart to be displayed on the same screen. D7242_1 Each section of the screen has an application status bar, displaying information relevant to the image.

  • Page 72: Getting The Best Radar Picture

    Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Getting the best radar picture Whilst the H6 radar automatically adjusts most of its settings, you may get a clearer radar picture by minimizing the effects of false or multiple echoes and clarifying target presentation by using the following controls:...
  • Page 73 81238_1.book Page 59 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the radar Rain mode Your radar can see echoes from rain or snow. These returns from storm areas and rain squalls consist of countless small echoes that continually change size, intensity and position.

  • Page 74: Making A Target Clearer

    81238_1.book Page 60 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual In Auto mode, the radar tunes itself automatically on all range scales. If you decide to use manual fine-tuning, adjust it about 10 minutes after you have turned the radar on to allow the magnetron to warm up.

  • Page 75: Setting Up The Radar Display

    Radar waypoints are not the same as chart waypoints and cannot be used in plot- Note: ting routes, nor can they be transferred to other screens within H6.

  • Page 76: Using Radar To Help Avoid A Collision

    81238_1.book Page 62 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual To place a waypoint: 1.Right click the trackball. The right-click menu will appear. 2.Click on the option for where you want to place a waypoint. Using radar to help avoid a collision You can use the following radar functions to help you avoid a collision: •...

  • Page 77: Range Rings

    EBL is displayed as a line from the origin, to the edge of the radar screen. Both are shown as dotted lines. If you range in or out, or offset the center of the display, the original setting of the VRM/EBL remains unchanged. H6 allows two VRMs/ EBLs to be displayed at the same time.
  • Page 78 81238_1.book Page 64 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Adjust VRM 1 4. Click the softkey. The on-screen VRM will change from a dotted to a solid line. 5. Use the cursor to adjust the VRM to its required size.

  • Page 79: Marpa

    81238_1.book Page 65 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the radar MARPA Safety Notices CAUTION: MARPA can improve collision avoidance when used wisely. It is the user’s responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgement. There are conditions where acquiring a target may become difficult. These same conditions may be a factor in successfully tracking a target.

  • Page 80: Assessing A Risk

    81238_1.book Page 66 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Effective MARPA operation is dependent on the accuracy of your own ships heading data, plus Speed over Ground (SOG) and Course Over Ground (COG). The better the quality of the heading data, the better MARPA will perform. MARPA will function without SOG and COG data, but target course and speed cannot be calculated.

  • Page 81: Target Vectors And History

    81238_1.book Page 67 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the radar Target vectors and history You can display MARPA targets with a vector line showing where they will be at a certain time in the future (assuming their present course and speed remains unchanged).
  • Page 82 81238_1.book Page 68 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual D7278_1 To acquire a MARPA target: Method 1 Target Tracking 1. Click 2. Click Acquire Target 3. Move the cursor over the target you want to acquire and click.

  • Page 83: Cancelling A Marpa Target

    81238_1.book Page 69 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the radar 5. Replace the cursor over the target and click. The target acquired symbol will appear at the cursor’s position, and the radar will search for a target in the location. If a target is present for several scans, the radar locks on to it and the safe target symbol appears.
  • Page 84 81238_1.book Page 70 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual To edit the MARPA database list: 1. Click Delete All . This will delete all of the targets in the list; or, 2. Highlight the targets you want to delete.

  • Page 85: Radar Tools And Controls

    81238_1.book Page 71 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Radar Tools and Controls Radar Tools and Controls The following pages illustrate the softkey hierarchy for the Tools and Controls of the H6 radar application. Tools D7265_1...

  • Page 86: Controls

    81238_1.book Page 72 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Controls Transmit options Orientation modes Gain adjustments Target modes D7310_1...
  • Page 87 81238_1.book Page 73 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Radar Tools and Controls Presentation modes VRM/EBL adjustments D7311_1 Target tracking...
  • Page 88 81238_1.book Page 74 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Using Sonar

    81238_1.book Page 75 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using sonar Using sonar Introduction The hsb series Fishfinders use sound waves (sonar) to show you what is under your boat, find fish and show the bottom of a lake or sea. The transducer sends high-frequency sound waves down into the water;...

  • Page 90: Displaying Sonar

    The display can also show upper and lower depth limits, and depth lines if required. As with all of H6’s applications, the sonar can be customized to let you choose how the image is displayed and what information is displayed. For example, you can set the scroll speed of the bottom graph and the range can be changed to adjust the depth of water displayed.

  • Page 91: Scrolling Speed

    81238_1.book Page 77 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using sonar 1. Select Controls/More/Background Colour. The color palette is displayed. 2. Click and drag the color selector. As the color selector is moved the background color is previewed in the color selection preview bar at the bottom of the palette.

  • Page 92: Target Depth Id

    81238_1.book Page 78 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual • Between 0.5 and 15 kts, scroll speed varies linearly with boat speed. • Greater than 15 knts, the scroll speed is constant at 100%. If you choose manual adjustment, the scroll speed is not related to the speed of the boat over the bottom.

  • Page 93: Improving The Underwater View

    81238_1.book Page 79 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using sonar mproving the underwater view The sonar automatically locates the bottom and displays the information as a scrolling image using an appropriate scroll speed and range. To change the view to suit your current activities and operating conditions, you can control how the fishfinder image and depth information is displayed as follows: •...

  • Page 94: Operating Frequency

    81238_1.book Page 80 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual To adjust the range: You can change the range by clicking the softkeys in the tool box. Click this button to move the range OUT and see a larger area.

  • Page 95: Making The Picture Clearer

    Generally, a high gain is used in deep/clear water; a low gain in shallow/murky water. H6 provides automatic or manual gain control adjustment. Automatic adjustment is based on depth and water conditions. As conditions change the auto-gain adjusts to display echoes with a minimum of background noise.

  • Page 96: Getting A Clearer Picture Of The Bottom

    81238_1.book Page 82 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual H6 provides automatic or manual color gain adjustment. Automatic adjustment displays colors based on current conditions, using as many colors as possible, whilst minimizing noise and clutter. You can manually adjust the color gain, but will need to re-adjust it as conditions change.

  • Page 97: Using A-Scope

    81238_1.book Page 83 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using sonar D7284_1 The bottom lock image appears at the left hand side of the screen. The bottom appears as a straight line, but some features may extend above this line. Depth from the bottom is referenced at the right of the split screen, with the bottom shown as zero.
  • Page 98 81238_1.book Page 84 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 D7285_1 A-Scope can be displayed in three modes: • Mode 1 -the image is angled outward as the signal width, indicated by dotted lines, increases with depth.

  • Page 99: Isolating Objects Near The Bottom

    81238_1.book Page 85 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using sonar Isolating objects near the bottom The white line feature separates echoes from objects near the bottom and the bottom itself. When white line is switched on, the sonar displays echoes differently.

  • Page 100: Marking A Position On The Screen

    • At your boat’s position. • At the cursor position. Although the mark on the image is called a ‘sonar mark’, H6 uses the waypoint Note: functions to record and store these marks. Some procedures in this section will therefore...
  • Page 101 81238_1.book Page 87 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using sonar ... at the boat’s current position To place a sm at the boat’s current position: 1. With the cursor on the sonar screen, right-click. The right-click menu is displayed. Wpt at Vessel 2.
  • Page 102 81238_1.book Page 88 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: Sonar Tools And Controls

    81238_1.book Page 89 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Sonar Tools and Controls Sonar Tools and Controls The following pages illustrate the softkey hierarchy for the Tools and Controls of the H6 sonar application. Tools D7265_1...

  • Page 104: Controls

    81238_1.book Page 90 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Controls Gain adjustments Frequency adjustments Zoom controls VRM/EBL controls D7312_1...
  • Page 105 81238_1.book Page 91 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Sonar Tools and Controls Bottom lock controls A-Scope controls D7313_1 Miscellaneous adjustments...
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  • Page 107: Using Lifeline

    81238_1.book Page 93 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using Lifeline Using Lifeline WARNING: Lifeline Lifeline is an aid to crew safety only. It should not be relied upon as the boat’s main crew safety system. It is the responsibility of the Captain and all crew members to ensure that specific safety instructions and procedures are in place and obeyed in accordance with local safety requirements.

  • Page 108: Activating The Tags

    81238_1.book Page 94 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Handbook Activating the tags To activate a Lifeline tag: 1. Select and open the Lifeline data box. 2. Place the tag that to be registered on the Lifeline receiver. The corresponding tag number will be highlighted in the on-screen data box by a yellow border.

  • Page 109: Using Tides And Currents

    Data for sunrise and sunset is also provided. D7393_1 When using tidal information the default is always the last selected station. As long as there is a valid GPS time/date signal being received by H6, the graph will...
  • Page 110 81238_1.book Page 96 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual automatically default to showing today’s tides. If there is no signal the graph will default to an earlier date. Some regions have non-sinusoidal tide patterns, with distorted or multiple high and low water peaks and troughs.

  • Page 111: Currents

    When using this information the default is always the last selected station. As long as there is a valid GPS time/date signal being received by H6, the graph will automatically default to show today’s tides. If there is no signal the graph will...
  • Page 112 81238_1.book Page 98 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual To display current flow information: 1. Select Currents from the application bar. Currents will open in a new window. 2. Select Controls/Region. The Select region dialog box is displayed.
  • Page 113 81238_1.book Page 99 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using Tides and Currents 11. Use the cursor to select the required date. 12. Click . The current information is updated. You can now use the cursor to select a time and update on-screen information.
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  • Page 115: Using Closed Circuit Television

    Using closed circuit television Introduction H6 drives a multiple-camera CCTV system that is positioned to cover on-board blind spots including the engine room. The cameras can be used to monitor the safety and security of your boat and everyone and everything aboard her.
  • Page 116 81238_1.book Page 102 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual To adjust the picture quality: 1. Select Controls. The brightness and contrast slider controls are displayed. 2. Use the cursor to move the slider to the required position. The changes will be...

  • Page 117: Using Online

    81238_1.book Page 103 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using Online Using Online Introduction H6 Online is the secure web browser that connects you and your boat to selected World Wide Web sites. D7398_1 Using Online you are able to get up-to-the-minute weather information, and other help in planning your route from pre-selected safe sites.

  • Page 118: Getting Started

    81238_1.book Page 104 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Getting started To use Online: 1. From the Application bar select Online. The Online browser is displayed. 2. Click Sites. The Sites list is displayed. D7399_1 3.
  • Page 119 81238_1.book Page 105 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using Online To rename a site: Rename 1. Click in the Sites dialog box. 2. Click the soft key that you want to rename. The soft key changes to display a light blue dialog edit box and an softkey.
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  • Page 121: Using Navtex

    81238_1.book Page 107 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using Navtex Using Navtex Introduction NAVTEX is an integral part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and provides an international automated direct service for the promulgation of Marine Safety Information (MSI) to boats at sea. This international system operates world-wide on the same frequency so there is no need for your receiver to be retuned from country to country.

  • Page 122: Getting Started

    81238_1.book Page 108 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Getting started It is essential that you set up Navtex to receive those messages applicable to the area that you are operating in. To set-up operational area: 1.

  • Page 123: Using The Entertainment System

    Introduction This section describes the operation of the H6 entertainment system. The entertainment system comprises a hand-held remote control unit plus an audio/visual control unit for playing CD’s or DVD’s, terrestial and satellite television and a state-of the-art 12 channel zoneable surround sound system.

  • Page 124: Remote Control Unit

    81238_1.book Page 110 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Remote control unit CAUTION: LCD screen Do not use a pen, pencil or other sharp object to operate the touch screen as this may cause scratching or damage that may affect its operation.

  • Page 125: The Touch-Screen

    81238_1.book Page 111 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the entertainment system • Volume Up/Down - Press this button to change system volume levels. • Mode button - Press this button to change the control mode. • Page Up/Down - Press these buttons to reveal the next menu page for a device, or return to the previous page.

  • Page 126: Audio-Visual Control Unit

    81238_1.book Page 112 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Audio-visual control unit The audio-visual (AV) control unit provides a master control for the entertainment system and can be used to play both CD and DVD’s. The unit has the following...

  • Page 127: Operating The Entertainment System

    81238_1.book Page 113 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Using the entertainment system Operating the entertainment system This section covers the operational use of entertainment system devices via the hand-held remote control unit. To operate the entertainment system: 1. Set the Audio visual control unit to ON. This starts the entertainment computer.
  • Page 128 81238_1.book Page 114 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual 5. To cancel watching the DVD, click Nav on the button bar. The entertainment screen closes.

  • Page 129: Entertainment Controls

    81238_1.book Page 115 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Entertainment controls Entertainment controls Controls Key to symbols - Skip back - Play - Fast reverse - Skip forward - Stop - Fast forward - Pause - Move on screen selector in direction indicated D7304_1 Main Menu...
  • Page 130 81238_1.book Page 116 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Mon Jun 20 6:45pm Mode Device Mon Jun 20 6:45pm Mon Jun 20 6:45pm Mon Jun 20 6:45pm Canada France Chile Germany Hong Kong China Argentina...
  • Page 131 81238_1.book Page 117 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Entertainment controls Mon Jun 20 6:45pm Mode Device Audio Mon Jun 20 6:45pm Mon Jun 20 6:45pm Audio Audio Saloon Fly Brg Prev Next & Accom Close Mode Device Mode Device Get Me Home Screen Mon Jun 20...
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  • Page 133: Get Me Home

    The ‘Get Me Home’ (GMH) mode is provided by the entertainments computer of H6 in the unlikely event of a navigation computer failure. The GMH mode consists of the right hand screen of the Command Center displaying the outputs of a set of fixed and pre-defined instruments giving live data that will enable you to manually navigate safely.
  • Page 134 81238_1.book Page 120 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual be displayed on the right hand screen of each Command Center. You cannot change the layout or format of the GMH mode screen.

  • Page 135: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting As with all powerful systems, sometimes everything does not go as it should with H6. This section will help you to spot and solve some of the problems. H6 software Problem Possible solution Route not being followed, even though Check that the autopilot is in track following mode.
  • Page 136 Navtex does not receive messages Check connections to the Navtex antenna On-line does not work You will need to have a modem connection outside of H6 with the appropriate Windows drivers. On-line - an added site from an authorized The URL is too long to be displayed. Rename the site with site is not displayed correctly in the site list.
  • Page 137 81238_1.book Page 123 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Maintenance and troubleshooting Sonar Problem Possible solution Display’ freezes’ 1.Check the scrolling speed is not set to zero. 2.Check the transducer cable for damage. If damaged, the cable and transducer must be replaced as a unit.
  • Page 138 2. CD/DVD may have been playing for more than 6 hours, - eject and re-insert the disk. These tables are not exhaustive, if having tried the possible solutions you are still experiencing difficulties, contact Raymarine as detailed in “Contacting Raymarine” on page 130.

  • Page 139: Maintenance

    Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). • Always report any EMC related problem to your nearest Raymarine dealer. We will use any such information to improve our quality standards. • In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment from being affected by external influences.

  • Page 140: Display Screens

    81238_1.book Page 126 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Display screens Routine checks The displays are sealed units. Maintenance procedures are therefore limited to the following periodic checks: • Examine the cables for signs of damage, such as chafing, cuts or nicks.
  • Page 141 81238_1.book Page 127 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Maintenance and troubleshooting Cleaning the display CAUTION: Take care when cleaning the displays. Do not wipe a display screen with a dry cloth - this could scratch the screen coating. Do not use acid, ammonia based or abrasive products. 1.

  • Page 142: Lifeline Transmitters

    81238_1.book Page 128 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual The paddle wheel mechanism may become jammed by dirt, grit or barnacles. Work the contaminant out of the mechanism, then clean the unit with soap and water or alcohol.

  • Page 143: System Recovery

    4.Re-assemble the unit, and replace the screws (a), making sure that they are not over-tightened. System recovery In the unlikely event that the operation of the navigation suite of H6 becomes unreliable, a recovery CD-ROM has been supplied. To carry out a navigation system recovery: 1.

  • Page 144: Service

    Raymarine Dealer. However, items not available from them may be ordered Monday to Friday 0815 hours to 1700 hours Eastern Standard Time. Europe and the Rest of the World In Europe and the Rest of the World, you can contact Raymarine as follows: Technical Support Tel: +44(0) 23 9271 4713...
  • Page 145 • Submitting a question to our Technical Support staff, who will reply to you via e-mail. Questions can also be sent directly o the Technical Support Department on the Ask Raymarine Customer Support page by clicking...
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  • Page 147: Appendix A:charts

    H6 makes it very easy to place a waypoint and travel towards it. However, you should always check first that the route is safe. If you are using H6 in combination with an autopilot, the autopilot will prompt for confirmation before it steers the boat towards the waypoint.

  • Page 148: Chart Types

    Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual • SoftCharts International Nautical Charts and PhotoNavigator. • NDI/HS Charts. Raymarine H6 is configured for use with charts using WGS84 datum only. If you Note: have problems with opening charts and chart datum, contact Raymarine H6 Technical Ser- vices as detailed in the Maintenance and Troubleshooting section of this manual.
  • Page 149 81238_1.book Page 135 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix A: Charts by H6 on start-up and made available through the C-Map layer of the chart application. To purchase and install C-Map charts: 1. Remove the protective plate from the navigation computer CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 150 81238_1.book Page 136 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Charts 8. Click the highlighted area. A list of available charts is displayed in the selected from map box. Placing the cursor over a chart number will cause a pop-up of the area covered to appear.
  • Page 151 81238_1.book Page 137 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix A: Charts 10. Take note of the Chart licence request number (highlighted in the illustration above). 11. Repeat steps 5 through 9 for each chart you want to purchase. 12. Click Call Center in the toolbar at the top of the screen.

  • Page 152: Maptech Charts

    Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Maptech charts The H6 chart manager will search and locate Maptech charts that are installed on your system or a CD. You then select which charts you require and install them using the chart manager.
  • Page 153 . The dialog box closes. Displaying chart object and source information C-Map charts used with H6 include a number of displayed objects for which information is available, such as lights and buoys. They also contain additional source data for structures, lines, open sea areas etc. You can use the right mouse menu to identify an object or chart position and you can obtain detailed information for the selected item.
  • Page 154 81238_1.book Page 140 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual When a route is created it becomes the current route and is displayed on-screen. The current route is maintained even when the system is powered-off. Only one route can be current and is displayed (if it is in the field-of-view) as solid lines connecting waypoints.

  • Page 155: Appendix B: Radar

    81238_1.book Page 141 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix B: Radar Appendix B: Radar Introduction This appendix describes the basics of radar and things that can affect the radar picture. What is radar? Radio Detection And Ranging (RADAR) is something that is in use all around us, although it is normally invisible.

  • Page 156: Range Control

    81238_1.book Page 142 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual R max Earth Radar R max = 2.23 ( h + H ) Cliff R max maximum radar range in nautical miles radar antenna height in metres...

  • Page 157: Standard Range Scales

    81238_1.book Page 143 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix B: Radar Standard range scales Standard ranges that can be selected are shown in the following table: Maximum range Number of range Range ring interval (nm) rings (nm) (nm) 0.125 0.0625 0.25 0.125...

  • Page 158: Identifying False Echo Returns

    81238_1.book Page 144 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual However, with experience the approximate size of different objects can be determined by the relative size and brightness of the echoes. Some targets, such as buoys and small boats, can be difficult to differentiate, since they bob and toss about in the waves and do not represent a consistent reflecting surface.

  • Page 159: Side Lobes

    81238_1.book Page 145 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix B: Radar Side lobes Side lobe patterns are produced by small Main lobe amounts of energy from the transmitted pulses that are radiated outside the Side lobe Side lobe narrow main beam. Antenna The effects of side lobes are most noticeable with targets at short ranges...

  • Page 160: Multiple Echoes

    81238_1.book Page 146 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Multiple echoes Multiple echoes are not very common but can occur if there is a large target with a wide vertical surface at a comparatively short range. The transmitted signal will...

  • Page 161: Rain Clutter

    81238_1.book Page 147 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix B: Radar Rain clutter 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. These returns sometimes appear as large hazy areas, depending on the intensity of the rainfall or snow in the storm area.
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  • Page 163: Appendix C: Sonar

    81238_1.book Page 149 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix C: Sonar Appendix C: Sonar Introduction The sonar provides a detailed underwater view that helps you to see bottom structure and texture, underwater obstructions such as wrecks and fish. Depth data is also provided and depth and temperature alarms can be set.

  • Page 164: Displaying Targets

    81238_1.book Page 150 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual D7059_1 An uneven bottom which is covered with rocks or coral produces a complex display; the bottom image is irregular, with long tails pointing upward. A wreck produces a similar image.

  • Page 165: Factors That Can Impair An Image

    This is known as ‘background noise ‘or ‘clutter’ and is controlled by the gain modes (gain, color gain and TVG). Raymarine recommends that you allow your system to automatically control the ideal sensitivity level based on depth and water conditions.
  • Page 166 81238_1.book Page 152 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Range Range Shift Range Shift Range Shift Index (feet) increment (fathoms) increment (meters) increment (feet) (fathoms) (meters) 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 1000 3500 1200 4000...

  • Page 167: Appendix D:technical Specification

    81238_1.book Page 153 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix D: Technical specification Appendix D:Technical specification Navigation computer Approvals: complies with EMC Directive 89/336/EEC by meeting the relevant parts of EN60945:2002 Size: Front panel 355 x 105 x 10 mm (13.98 x 4.13 x 0.39 ins) Enclosure 305 x 93 x 385 mm (12.0 x 3.66 x 15.15 ins) Weight...
  • Page 168 81238_1.book Page 154 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Navigation interface unit Power 24 V DC (10.8 V to 31.2 V DC absolute) 10 A maximum consumption at 24 V DC Fuses 15 Amp Environmental:...
  • Page 169 81238_1.book Page 155 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix D: Technical specification Entertainments computer Controls Power On/Off button Connectors: Input 18 V DC power 75 Ohm antenna IEEE1394 Output RS232 Sync 1 V Resolution 1024 x 768 5.1 surround sound PS/2 Entertainments interface unit Approvals:...
  • Page 170 81238_1.book Page 156 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Audio visual control unit Approvals: complies with EMC Directive 89/336/EEC by meeting the relevant parts of EN 60945:2002 Size: Front panel 220 x 105 x 10 mm (8.66 x 4.13 x 0.39 ins) Enclosure 150 x 87 x 335 mm (5.90 x 3.42 x 13.18 ins)
  • Page 171 81238_1.book Page 157 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix D: Technical specification Amplifier unit Environmental: Operating/Storage temperature ranges C to +55 Humidity limit up to 90% at 35 C non-condensing Controls None (software controlled) Connectors: Input 24 V DC power Volume and power switch port Output 5.1 surround sound...
  • Page 172 81238_1.book Page 158 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Sub woofer unit Approvals: complies with EMC Directive 89/336/EEC by meeting the relevant parts of EN60945:2002 Size: Front bezel None Speaker 216 mm diameter x 100 mm depth (8.50 x 3.93 ins) Enclosure Recommended volume of 60 liters (2.11 cu.ft) loosely...
  • Page 173 81238_1.book Page 159 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix D: Technical specification Lifeline receiver Approvals: complies with R&TTE DIrective 1999/5/EC by meeting the relevant parts of: EN 60945:2002 EN 301 489-9 EN 300 220-1 EN 300 220-3 Size: Front panel 119 x 105 x 10 mm(4.68 x 4.13 x 0.39 ins) Enclosure 95x 57 x 132 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 5.19 ins)
  • Page 174 81238_1.book Page 160 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Lifeline transmitter Power CR2 430 lithium cell (internal) Environmental: Operating/Storage temperature ranges C to + 55 Humidity limit up to 90% at 35 C non-condensing Trackball...
  • Page 175 81238_1.book Page 161 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix D: Technical specification Display units Approvals: CE - conforms to 1999/5/EC, EN60945:2002 FCC - conforms to Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Size: 416.4 x 334.2 x 141.0 mm (16.4 x 13.16 x 5.55 ins) Weight 10 kgs (22 lbs) Mounting...
  • Page 176 81238_1.book Page 162 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Radar features Range scales (Range rings) 1/8 (1/16) nm to 72(12) nm dependant on scanner Performance limited by scanner type and position Range ring accuracy Better than +/- 1.5% of the max. range scale in use, or 22m (72ft) whichever is the greatest.
  • Page 177 81238_1.book Page 163 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix D: Technical specification Chart plotter features Cartography C-Map, Maptech Chart of the world built-in Chart scaling 0.02nm Presentation modes Head up, Course up or North up (selectable True or Magnetic) Waypoints Entered via cursor, lat/long, range and bearing from present position or at boat’s position.
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  • Page 179: Appendix E: List Of Abbreviations

    81238_1.book Page 165 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Appendix E: List of Abbreviations Appendix E: List of Abbreviations Abbreviation Meaning CCTV Closed Circuit TeleVision Compact Disk Course Deviation Indicator Course Over Ground Digital Sounder Module Electronic Bearing Line ElectroMagnetic Compatibility Fast Time Constant Global Positioning System GRiB...
  • Page 180 81238_1.book Page 166 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Abbreviation Meaning MARPA Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid Man OverBoard nautical mile NMEA National Marine Electronics Association NOAA National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Association Read Only Memory Ship’s Heading Marker...

  • Page 181: Appendix F: Installation Checklist

    Appendix F: Installation checklist The following checklist must be completed by the Installer and signed and agreed by the Installer and Boat Owner. This document forms part of the warranty conditions for H6. Check Confirmed On-line connection options discussed and agreed with Owner...
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  • Page 183: Appendix G:software License

    (“LICENSOR”) AND YOU (“LICENSEE”). YOU MUST READ AND ACCEPT ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET OUT BELOW BEFORE YOU ARE ENTITLED TO USE THE MODULES OF THE RAYMARINE H6 NAVIGATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM THAT YOU HAVE DECIDED TO PURCHASE (THE “PRODUCT”) AND ITS ASSOCIATED “RAYTECH” SOFTWARE, MANUALS, AND DOCUMENTATION (THE “SOFTWARE”).
  • Page 184 81238_1.book Page 170 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual available from time to time on applicable terms and conditions. EXCEPT FOR DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY ARISING FROM LICENSOR'S NEGLIGENCE, LICENSOR EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE...

  • Page 185: Appendix H:disclaimer

    Appendix H: Disclaimer Appendix H: Disclaimer For the purposes of this Disclaimer, “Product” means the modules of the Raymarine H6 navigation and entertainment system that have been selected. Raymarine Inc., Raymarine Ltd. and its licensors (“Raymarine”) do not warrant that this Product is error free or that it is compatible with products manufactured by any person or entity other than Raymarine.
  • Page 186 AGREE”, you agree to be bound by the terms of this Disclaimer and the License Agreement and to release and hold Raymarine harmless from and against any and all claims, obligations, and liabilities with respect to the Product, except those specifically reserved in this Disclaimer, the License Agreement and the Raymarine warranty offered with the Product.

  • Page 187: Raymarine H6 World Wide Warranty

    In the case of a product installed, by a Raymarine certified OEM installer, on a new boat prior to the sale of the boat to the customer. In the case of a product installed, by a Raymarine certified installer, on a boat already in the possession of the customer, the 2 year period will begin on the date of the commissioning of the installed product.
  • Page 188 Raymarine certified installer (which will contain the information required). 4. Warranty limitations 4.1 Raymarine warranty policy does not apply to any product that has been subjected to accident, abuse or misuse, shipping damage, alterations, corrosion, incorrect and/or non-authorized service, or products on which the serial number has been altered, mutilated or removed.
  • Page 189 The liability of Raymarine or a Raymarine service agent to a customer under this warranty, whether for breach of contract, tort, breach of statutory duty or otherwise, shall not exceed US$1,000,000.
  • Page 190 81238_1.book Page 176 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 - Owner’s Manual Raymarine warrants to Owners Name Address City State/County Country Vessel Name Hull ID/Boat Registration Installers Name Installation Certificate Number Installation Date Commissioning Date (if different to above)
  • Page 191 81238_1.book Page 177 Thursday, September 16, 2004 2:49 PM Raymarine H6 World Wide Warranty Navigation CPU Serial No. Entertainment CPU Serial No. Navigation Interface Serial No. Unit Entertainment Interface Serial No. Unit Display Units: Command Center 1 - left Serial No.
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