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Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Document revisions Date Written by Checked by Approved by 110504 210405 301105 060106 070906 191107 Document history Rev. First issue New back-up and restore procedure New software release (1.3.xx.) with minor changes in System Configuration dialog. Cabling diagram updated.
1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 General This manual provides detailed information required to successfully install and configure the CS66 system. The manual must be used in conjunction with the instructions and drawings designed for the specific vessel, and should remain with the vessel on completion of the installation to serve as an additional reference during maintenance of the system.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system 1.3 System components A standard CS66 system includes the following units: - MC50 Marine computer - FB200 MC24 Filterbox (for 24V systems only) - Cherry keyboard ® - Logitech TrackMan wheel - Splitter cable for TrackMan wheel and keyboard...
INSTALLATION 2 INSTALLATION 2.1 Location of the units The units included in the CS66 system should be mounted with special regard to the units’ environmental protection, temperature range and cable length. The CS66 units are designed to operate within the temperature range of 0°C to +55°C.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Use the following procedure when mounting the unit: Loosen the 2 screws on the front of the unit, slide the computer cabinet 1-2 cm aside, and lift the cabinet upwards to release it from the...
INSTALLATION COP20 Operator panel (Option) COP20 should be located where it is most convenient for the user, with special regard to the user’s need for easy operation. Refer standard and optional cable length for cables between operating panels and MC50 unit, page 29. It is recommended that adequate ventilation/air-conditioning is provided in order to keep the ambient operating temperature at +20°C.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system 2.3 Grounding the units MC50 and FB200 should have a proper ground connection from the units’ ground terminal. The wires should be as short as possible and have a cross section of at least 16mm (gauge).
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INSTALLATION 24V DC If the CS66 system is to be supplied with 24V DC, the power should be connected via the FB200 Filter box. Do not connect 24V without using this filter box. Doing so may course electromagnetic interference! Remove the cover on the FB200, and connect the cable from 24V DC supply according to the labelling on the terminals as shown on the figure below.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system 2.5 Cable connections Refer to CS66 Cabling diagram, page 44. Cable layout The figure below shows the MC50 connector layout. COM3 COM4 PS2 port. Used for TrackMan Wheel and keyboard (connected via splitter cable). Refer symbols on cable plug for correct connection.
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INSTALLATION J3, J4 Not used. COM 1, COM 2 NMEA channels used for connecting external equipment. USB 2 USB. TB 1 Pre-heat. External ON/OFF switch. Display illumination for the COP20 (OPTION). Parallel Printer port. Power 24V DC or 115/230V AC power input. 20221867 / F...
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Connecting external equipment Four optical isolated NMEA converters are included in the CS66 system. These must be used for connecting external equipment to COM1 – COM4 on the MC50. Connect the 9-pins plug to the selected communication port on MC50, and connect the cable to external equipment according to the manufacturer’s specification and according to the table...
INSTALLATION Connecting optional operator panels If a COP20 is to replace the Cherry keyboard and the TrackMan Wheel, the keyboard and mouse cable on COP20 are connected to the computer’s PS2 port. COP20s signal cable is connected to TB1 in MC50 as shown in the Cabling diagram, page 44.
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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 3 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 3.1 The System configuration dialog All configuration of the CS system is done from the System Configuration dialog. This dialog is the entrance to all settings that have to be done when configuring the system. Note The following pages list the settings as they appear in the dialogs.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Note Data entered in the System Configuration dialog are not taken into account until it is confirmed by clicking the OK or APPLY buttons: •OK: changes are applied, and the dialog box is removed from the display •APPLY: changes are applied, and the dialog box remains...
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Adding new device New devices are configured by pressing the New button when the Inputs tab in the System Configuration dialog is active. The Input Config dialog is displayed. Note Which data that is available in the Input Config dialog depends on which device type that is selected.
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Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Navigator Datum Specification for differential GPS. Must be entered if Navigator or AIS is selected as device type. Valid flag Antenna position Values for antenna offset for Navigator and AIS devices. offset from ref. point All sensors refer to the vessel’s reference point.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Advanced input settings By pressing the Advanced button when the Inputs tab in the System Configuration dialog is active, the Advanced Input Settings dialog is displayed. This dialog is used for advanced settings for ARPA, log, gyro, position reference sentences and Ethernet connection. All tabs in this dialog have text specifying the different data fields as shown in the “arp”...
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Deleting an input device A defined input device is deleted by activating the device in the Inputs tab, and then pressing the Delete button. To avoid unintended removal of a device, the selection has to be confirmed by pressing the OK button.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The buttons in the dialog are used as follows: Close: Closes the dialog and returns the display to the Inputs tab in the System Configuration dialog. Freeze: Stops the text from scrolling. Clear: Clears the text field in the dialog. Hex/ASCII: Toggles the log data between hexadecimal and ASCII characters.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system 3.4 Checksum NMEA data sent to the CS system may contain a checksum. When the CS system receives data with checksum included, it will automatically calculate the checksum and compare this sum with the checksum transmitted by the device.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 3.5 Auxiliary settings Number of decimals displayed for the position reference in Screen decimals the Position Window. In the example below, 4 decimals are selected. NMEA decimals Number of decimals used in the data output sentences. Stepper Gyro Not used.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system 3.6 Miscellaneous settings Time zone according to UTC. The system will read the UTC Time Zone time from the GPS and update it to local time. Screen size Used for setting correct diagonal screen size. When pressing the Start RULER button, a new dialog for entering screen size is opened.
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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Caution The Screen size MUST be set correctly to display the correct chart scale and to place targets correctly in the chart. If the screen size is wrong AIS target in the outer end of the screen area will be positioned incorrectly. After Screen size has been adjusted the chart system must be restarted to synchronize the screen settings.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system 3.7 Ship settings Ship name Type of ship Parameters used when transmitting AIS information. Type of cargo/operation These fields should be entered correctly to ensure that MMSI correct information will be used in the AIS system.
BACK-UP AND RESTORE PROCEDURES 4 BACKUP AND RESTORE PROCEDURES 4.1 General When the CS system is delivered from Simrad, the software for both operating system and chart system are pre-installed from factory. WARNING! No additional software should be installed on the MC50 computer.
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Press 1, 3 or 5 to start the selected backup procedure. A running progress bar indicates that the back-up procedure is running. Follow the instructions on the display, and eventually insert a new CD/DVD if required.
BACK-UP AND RESTORE PROCEDURES Press 2, 4 or 6 to start the selected restore procedure. A running progress bar indicates that the procedure is running. Follow the instructions on the display, and eventually insert a new CD/DVD if required. Press any key to return to the main menu when the restore is completed.
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Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system Press the Finish button, and restart the computer. The operating system will now be started, automatically followed by the CS chart system. Configure the software as described in SYSTEM CONFIGURATION, page 13 onwards. 20221867 / F...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5.1 Cabling Cable length for standard and optional units in the CS66 4- channels system is shown on the figure below. CABLE NO. CABLE LENGTH DESCRIPTION Power cable (115/230V AC) Part of FB200 (Option) 0.8 m NOTE: Only used for 24V systems 1.6 m...
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system 5.2 MC50 computer unit Height: ........196 mm Width: ........363 mm Depth: ........428 mm Net weight......9,5 Kg Color: ........Black Environmental Protection: ..IP21 Temperature range: Operating:....0 to +55 °C (+32 to +131 °F) Storage:......
Simrad CS66 4-channels Chart system COP20 Operator panel (Option) Height: ................220 mm Width: ................440 mm Depth: ............ 135 mm incl. cable bend Net weight................3.8 Kg Color: ................... Black Illumination: ..............Adjustable Environmental Protection: ............. IP56 Temperature range: Operating: ......0 to +55 °C (+32 to +131 °F) Storage: ......–15 to +70 °C (+5 to +158 °F)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5.7 IP protection Each part of a Simrad CS66 system has got a two digits IP protection code. The IP rating is a method to classify the degree of protection against solid objects, water ingress and impact afforded by electrical equipment and enclosures.
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