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Raymarine 435i Owner's Handbook Manual

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RC435 & RC435i
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Owner's Handbook
Document Number: 81236-2
Date: August 2004

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  • Page 1 RC435 & RC435i Chartplotters Owner’s Handbook Document Number: 81236-2 Date: August 2004...
  • Page 2 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters...

  • Page 3: Conventions Used

    NMEA 0183 interface. You can also download waypoints and routes to the RC435/435i from an external source. Note: This handbook contains important information about installing, using and maintaining your new Raymarine product. To get the best from the product, please read this handbook thoroughly. Conventions Used Throughout this handbook, dedicated buttons are referred to in bold capitals (for example, ENTER).

  • Page 4: Important Information

    Warranty To register your RC435/435i ownership, please take a few minutes to fill out the Warranty registration card at the back of this handbook. It is very important that you complete the owner information and return the card to the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits.

  • Page 5: Gps Reception

    GPS Reception GPS systems must have a clear horizon-to-horizon view to track satellites. The GPS antenna must be mounted in an open location with a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. Because its GPS antenna is internal, the RC435i should never be mounted below deck or panel (flush) mounted.
  • Page 6 Raymarine Products and Services Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. Raymarine’s Technical Services representatives or your local dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have. For information on Raymarine products and services, contact either of the...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    GPS Reception ... v Safety Notices ... v Chapter 1: Overview ...1 1.1 RC435 and 435i Chartplotters ... 1 Display Features and Functions ... 1 Operating Controls and Display Layout ... 1 Trackpad and Cursor ... 2 Dedicated Keys ... 3 Status Bar ...
  • Page 8 System Check ... 19 Initial Switch On ... 19 Checking Chartplotter Operation ... 20 Chapter 3: Getting Started ...21 Introduction ... 21 Simulator ... 21 Switching On/Off ... 22 Changing the Lighting and Contrast ... 22 Simulator Mode ... 23 Controlling the Display ...
  • Page 9 Anchor Alarm ... 42 XTE Alarm ... 42 Select Chart ... 42 Chart Text ... 42 Chart Boundaries ... 43 Safety Contours ... 43 Depth Contours ... 43 Spot Soundings ... 43 Light Sectors ... 43 Presentation ... 43 Position Calibration ... 43 4.4 GPS Setup ...
  • Page 10 Servicing and Safety ... 105 Resetting the System ... 106 Problem Solving ... 107 Troubleshooting ... 107 How to Contact Raymarine ... 108 On the Internet ... 108 Customer Support ... 108 In the US ... 108 In Europe ... 110 Worldwide Support ...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Overview

    Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 RC435 and 435i Chartplotters Display Features and Functions The RC435/435i Chartplotter includes the following features: • Detailed navigation information from installed Navionics Chart card • Positional information from Satellite Differential GPS • GPS satellite status •...

  • Page 12: Trackpad And Cursor

    Figure 1-1: RC435/435i Chartplotter Operating Controls Trackpad and Cursor On the primary chart display, the trackpad is used to move the cursor horizontally, vertically or diagonally. The cursor is the cross-hair symbol (+) which is used to select a position or item on the chart.

  • Page 13: Dedicated Keys

    Dedicated Keys These keys have fixed functions. Some keys can be used in either of two ways: • Press: Press the key briefly and then release it. This method is used for most key operations. • Press and hold: Press the key, keep it pressed for the period of time stated (typically 3 seconds), then release it.

  • Page 14: Pop-Up Menus

    Waypoint or a Route can be erased. 1.2 Satellite Differential System The RC435/435i GPS Antenna utilizes a satellite differential correction system to improve the accuracy and integrity of the basic GPS signals. Three separate compatible systems currently exist or are in development: 1.

  • Page 15: How It Works

    Geostationary Satellites which broadcast the corrected data on the standard GPS frequency, making it available to the GPS Antenna. The RC435/435i GPS uses the correctional data transmitted by the Geostationary Satellites to refine the basic GPS positional data for greater accuracy.

  • Page 16: Availability Of Waas And Egnos Signals

    Availability of WAAS and EGNOS Signals The WAAS system is presently broadcasting in North America. The RC435/435i Chartplotter is EGNOS compatible. However, at the time of going to print the EGNOS was still under test. Further information on the WAAS and EGNOS systems can be found at: www.raymarine.com...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Installation

    This chapter provides instructions to assist in planning the installation of the RC435/435i Chartplotter aboard your vessel. Note: If you wish to practice using the RC435/435i Chartplotter before installation, you can connect it, via a 1A quick blow fuse, to a 12VDC power supply and operate it using the simulator mode, as described in Chapter 3:Getting Started.

  • Page 18: Unpacking And Inspecting The Components

    Figure 2-1: Typical Suppression Ferrites 2.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components Unpack your RC435/435i Chartplotter carefully. Retain the carton and packing materials in the event that you need to return the unit for service. Check that you have all the correct system components.

  • Page 19: Installing The Rc435 External Gps Antenna

    2.3 Installing the RC435 External GPS Antenna The RC435 GPS Antenna is designed to receive the signals emitted from the satellites in a direct path. The GPS Antenna should be mounted in an open location with a clear view of the sky. GPS systems rely on stability to track satellites therefore the height of the receiver is not as important as having a clear horizon to horizon view.

  • Page 20: Surface Mounting The External Gps Antenna

    Surface Mounting the External GPS Antenna Top view 1. Select a suitable area that allows access to the underside of the mount- ing surface for attaching the mounting hardware. 2. Using the template supplied at the end of the handbook, carefully drill the two 6mm (0.25in) mounting holes.

  • Page 21: Pole Mounting The External Gps Antenna

    Pole Mounting the External GPS Antenna 1. Screw the pole mount base to a suitable pole or rail mount bracket, having an industry standard 1inch 14TPI thread, until secure. 2. Pass the cable through the center hole of the pole mount base (A) or insert the cable into the side exit channel (B).

  • Page 22: Installing The Chartplotter

    2.4 Installing the Chartplotter When planning the installation of your RC435/435i, the following points should be considered to ensure reliable and trouble free operation: • Convenience: The unit should be installed in a convenient position where it can be viewed straight on or with a viewing angle of less than 35°.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: Installation 1.57in (39.9mm) 5.08in (129mm) 2.52in (64mm) 7.00in (178mm) 5.12in (130mm) plug clearance ANTENNA PWR/NMEA 4.72in (120mm) 1.38in 1.38in (35mm) (35mm) D6267-2 Figure 2-2: RC435/RC435i Dimensions...

  • Page 24: Bracket Mounting

    The RC435 can be panel mounted, using the panel-mounting kit (accessory) available from your local Raymarine dealer. A mounting template appears at the end of this handbook. Note: The RC435i with Internal GPS antenna cannot be panel (flush) mounted.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2: Installation 7. Screw the studs into the vacant holes at the rear of the unit, hand tight only. 8. Place the gasket on the unit and slide the unit into the panel cut-out. 9. Secure the unit with the thumb nuts, hand tight only (Figure 2-3 ). D6265-1 Figure 2-3: RC435 Panel Mounting Arrangement...

  • Page 26: Running The Cable

    5. Ensure that the protective boot covers the connector. Note: If the supplied cable is too short, use an extension cable (Raymarine Part Number E36011), or consult your Raymarine dealer. It is recommended that you use only a single extension cable as each...
  • Page 27 POWER/NMEA Connector CAUTION: If you do not have a breaker in your power circuit, you must fit an in- line 1A quick-blow fuse to the positive (red) lead of the power cable. This unit is not intended for use on positive ground vessels. The POWER/NMEA connector provides for 12VDC power connection and NMEA inputs/outputs using the supplied cable.
  • Page 28 Function Battery positive + (10.0VDC to 18.0VDC) Battery negative – NMEA Input (-ve) common Not connected NMEA output (-ve) common NMEA output (+ve) NMEA Input (+ve) Not connected ➤ Connect to the power supply using the power cable supplied: 1. Connect the molded connector to the POWER/NMEA connector on the rear chartplotter.

  • Page 29: System Check And Initial Switch On

    2.6 System Check and Initial Switch On When installation is complete and all connections have been made, re- check the installation before using the system for navigation. If problems occur, refer to Chapter 6:Maintenance & Troubleshooting. EMC Conformance Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting, etc.

  • Page 30: Checking Chartplotter Operation

    3. Using trackpad up/down, select the LANGUAGE option. 4. Using trackpad left/right, select the desired language. 5. Press ENTER to return to the setup functions. The chartplotter now uses the selected language. 6. Press CLEAR to return to the normal chart screen. Checking Chartplotter Operation To confirm that the chartplotter is operating correctly, perform the following checks:...

  • Page 31: Chapter 3: Getting Started

    Chapter 3: Getting Started 3.1 Introduction This chapter provides information and instructions to allow you to start using your RC435/435i Chartplotter. It is intended to help you familiarize yourself with the controls before you start using the chartplotter for routine navigation.

  • Page 32: Switching On/Off

    3.2 Switching On/Off ➤ To turn the chartplotter unit on, press the POWER key. The keys illuminate, the unit beeps and the Raychart logo is displayed, followed by this warning: THE ELECTRONIC CHART IS AN AID TO NAVIGATION DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE USE OF AUTHORISED GOVERNMENT CHARTS, NOT TO REPLACE THEM.

  • Page 33: Simulator Mode

    3. Press the trackpad top/bottom to increase or decrease the lighting to one of four levels. You can press and hold the trackpad to change the setting more rapidly. The lighting level is adjusted as you change the setting. 4. Press the trackpad right to select the CONTRAST control. There are 16 contrast levels.

  • Page 34: Controlling The Display

    5. If necessary, use trackpad up/down to highlight, in turn, the SIMU- LATED SOG and COG options and trackpad left/right to set as desired. Speed is set in 1Kt intervals and Course in 1° intervals. 6. Press CLEAR twice to return to the chart screen. 7.
  • Page 35 Press to return to Chart display SUNRISE 05:05 SUNSET 21:14 TODAY AT POSITION (VESSEL) 5 0 ° 4 6 . 3 4 9 ' N 0 0 1 ° 1 0 . 4 1 1 ' W TIME 02:18 DATE 10/07/04 ETA (WAYPOINT) 03:03 10/07/04 TTG (WAYPOINT)

  • Page 36: Moving Around The Chart

    Moving Around the Chart The most common use of the chartplotter is to show your vessel’s current location. In the default North-Up orientation (shown as NU in the status box at the top of the display), the vessel moves in relation to the screen. You will need to reposition the chart if your vessel moves out of the area currently displayed, or if you wish to examine or place waypoints in another area.

  • Page 37: Changing The Chart Scale

    • When the vessel moves near the edge of the chart window, the chart is redrawn with the vessel at the center and the cursor homed on the vessel. • While homed, the status bar indicates position, SOG and COG. •...
  • Page 38 ➤ To zoom in to a more detailed chart: 1. Use the trackpad to position the cursor in the area you wish to see in more detail and press the bottom of the RANGE key to zoom in. The section of the chart around the cursor is enlarged to fill the screen with the chart showing more detail.

  • Page 39: Using Navionics Gold Chart Cards

    Chapter 3: Getting Started 3.5 Using Navionics Gold Chart Cards The chartplotter has a built-in world map that can be used for route planning. Most areas (these are shown with chart box boundaries) are covered at a range of approximately 512nm as shown on the Status Bar at the top of the screen.

  • Page 40: Inserting A Gold Chart Card

    Inserting a Gold Chart Card CAUTION: To prevent the ingress of water and consequent damage to the unit, ensure that the chart card door is firmly closed. This can be confirmed by an audible click. ➤ To insert a Gold Chart card, refer to Figure 3-2 : 1.

  • Page 41: Loading The Chart Data

    Card release button To insert chart card Card release button To remove chart card Figure 3-2: Insertion and Removal of Gold Chart Cards Loading the Chart Data A Gold Chart Card can hold multiple chart area portfolios. When the flash card is inserted for the first time and the display powered on the following is displayed.

  • Page 42: Displaying The Chart Data

    RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters D6249-1 Note: Only one chart portfolio can be loaded from the Gold Chart Card to the display memory at a time. Use the trackpad up/down to select the desired chart and press ENTER to load it into the chartplotter’s memory. If a different portfolio is desired this can be accessed by the SELECT CHART option (see Select Chart on page 42).

  • Page 43: Chapter 4: Setting Up

    Chapter 4: Setting Up 4.1 Introduction When you have installed your system and are familiar with its basic operation, you can set it up to operate according to your preferences. This is achieved using the function controls that are displayed when the PAGE key is pressed.
  • Page 44 2. Use trackpad left/right to highlight SYSTEM SET UP and press ENTER to display the System Set Up menu: SYSTEM SET UP Figure 4-1: System Set Up Menu 3. Use trackpad up/down to move the highlight up or down the list. 4.

  • Page 45: Bearing Mode

    Menu Item BEARING MODE KEY BEEP DISTANCE UNITS SPEED UNITS DEPTH UNITS VARIATION VARIATION MODE DATE FORMAT TIME OFFSET LANGUAGE SIMULATOR SIMULATED SIMULATED Bearing Mode The mode (MAGnetic or TRUE) of all bearing and heading data displayed. This is indicated by M or T in the BRG or COG field of the Chart status bar. Key Beep This setting controls audible feedback resulting from operation of the keys.

  • Page 46: Units

    Note: Variation can only be changed if the VARIATION MODE is set to MANUAL Variation Mode This can be set to AUTO or MANUAL. In AUTO mode, the RC435/435i automatically calculates and sets the magnetic variation. Set this to MANUAL to enter your own value.

  • Page 47: Simulator

    Simulator The simulator enables operation of the RC435/435i Chartplotter without data from external sources. The options are ON or OFF. When ON is selected the simulator generates position, SOG and COG data and uses the simulated data instead of any real data. A flashing SIM status indicator is displayed in the left hand corner of the Status Bar at the top of the screen.

  • Page 48: Chart Set Up Parameters

    RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters 4.3 Chart Set Up Parameters The CHART SET UP function allows the chartplotter to be set up according to your system configuration and your personal preferences. ➤ To set the Chart default parameters: 1. Press the PAGE key to display the SET UP function bar: D4694_1 2.
  • Page 49 3. Use trackpad up/down to highlight the desired parameter, then use trackpad left/right to select the desired setting. Note: There are two screens for Chart Set-up. Scroll past MORE... to ac- cess the other screen. 4. When the desired values have been set, press ENTER to clear the menu and return to the set up function bar.

  • Page 50: Orientation

    Parameter DEPTH CONTOURS SPOT SOUNDINGS LIGHT SECTORS PRESENTATION POSITION CALIBRA- TION Orientation The chart orientation is normally North Up, but can be changed to Course Up or Head Up. The selected mode is always shown in the inverse video Mode Indicator in the top left hand corner of the Status Bar at the top of the display in the form NU (North Up), HU (Heading Up) or CU (Course Up).

  • Page 51: Show Waypoints

    Show Waypoints This option controls whether or not the waypoints are shown on the Chart display, with their appropriate symbols. The active waypoint, and waypoints in the current route, are always shown. Waypoint Symbol This option allows selection of the symbol for waypoint display. The selected symbol is used for subsequent waypoints.

  • Page 52: Anchor Alarm

    Anchor Alarm The selected value is used as the anchor alarm distance. If the vessel moves outside of the selected distance from its position (at the time that the alarm was enabled) the alarm sounds and an alarm message is displayed.

  • Page 53: Chart Boundaries

    Chart Boundaries When ON, Chart boundary lines are shown on the screen. The selected setting is retained when the unit switched off. Safety Contours Set to display safety contours of less than 2, 5, 10 and 20 meters or set to OFF.

  • Page 54: Gps Setup

    3. Using the trackpad, set the desired offset value. The distance and bearing of cursor from vessel is displayed in the Status Bar as BRG and RNG. 4. Press CLEAR to reset the value to zero and return to the Chart Set Up menu.
  • Page 55 GPS STATUS Figure 4-3: GPS Status Screen and Soft Key The GPS STATUS screen provides, for each tracked satellite, the satellite number, a graphical signal strength bar, status, azimuth angle and its elevation angle from your vessel. Positional accuracy is dependent upon these parameters; in particular, the azimuth and elevation angles are used in a triangulation process to calculate your position.
  • Page 56 ➤ To enable or disable SD-GPS mode. 1. Using the trackpad left/right highlight SD-GPS in the function bar. 2. Press ENTER to toggle between SD-GPS ENABLE and SD-GPS OFF. • Select ON to allow the unit to use SD corrections if available. •...

  • Page 57: Chapter 5: Operation

    Chapter 5: Operation 5.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use the chart functions to navigate with the RC435/435i. 5.2 Working with Waypoints The RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters enable you to place up to 500 waypoints. A waypoint is a position entered on a chart as a reference or destination point.

  • Page 58: Placing A Waypoint

    Placing a Waypoint Note: It is not possible to place multiple waypoints at the same position. ➤ To place a new waypoint: 1. From chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed 2. Using trackpad left/right, select WAYPOINTS. 3.
  • Page 59 5. To place a waypoint at a known position (lat./long): Select PLACE WPT AT POS. A box appears in the center of the screen with the current cursor position (lat./long). Use the trackpad left/right to select the value and the trackpad up/down to change the value. Press ENTER to place the waypoint or CLEAR to cancel.

  • Page 60: Selecting A Waypoint

    Selecting a Waypoint Positioning the cursor over a waypoint selects that waypoint and accesses the WAYPOINT OPTIONS function bar. This enables you to GoTo (described in Section 5.4), edit (name, symbol), erase or move the waypoint. Selecting a waypoint from the Waypoint List allows you to GoTo and edit (symbol, name, position, erase) the waypoint.

  • Page 61: Waypoint Data Display

    3. Select WAYPOINT LIST and press ENTER to display the Waypoint List. The Waypoint List and associated function bar are displayed (see Fig- ure 5-1 ). The list details all waypoints. The selected waypoint is indicated by the highlight bar with its position; bearing and range are provided (if GPS fix available).

  • Page 62: Editing Waypoint Details

    Editing Waypoint Details The name, symbol and position of a waypoint can be changed, either by means of the cursor or via the Waypoint List. Note: The target waypoint cannot be edited. ➤ To edit a waypoint using the cursor: 1.
  • Page 63 ➤ To edit a waypoint using the Waypoint List: 1. From chart mode, press ENTER to display the primary function bar. 2. Using trackpad left/right, select WAYPOINTS. 3. Select WAYPOINT LIST; the Waypoint List is displayed, with its associ- ated function bar. 4.

  • Page 64: Erasing Waypoints

    Erasing Waypoints Note: A waypoint that is the target waypoint or waypoints that are also used in any saved route(s) cannot be erased. If an attempt is made to erase a waypoint that is used in a saved route, the warning “WAYPOINT IS USED IN ROUTE(S) AND CANNOT BE ERASED”...

  • Page 65: Working With Routes

    4. Move the cursor to the desired waypoint position. 5. When the cursor is in the correct position, press ENTER to set the new position and return to normal cursor control. To return to chart mode, press CLEAR twice. ➤ To move a waypoint using the Waypoint List: 1.

  • Page 66: Creating A New Route

    • Use the database list to erase and name existing routes • Edit a route by adding, removing and moving waypoints Note: The system is limited to 500 unique waypoints yet 20 routes of 50 waypoints as stated above are permissible. This figure is achieved by us- ing waypoints in more than one route.
  • Page 67 Note: The completed route is stored in the unit’s memory and will be re- displayed if the unit is switched off and on again. However, Raymarine recommends that you save the route as described below. The current route waypoints do not appear in the waypoint list until the route is saved.

  • Page 68: Saving The Current Route

    Saving the Current Route You can save up to 20 named routes in the route database. These routes can then be re-displayed and followed subsequently. Note: If you attempt an operation that affects this route (CLEAR ROUTE, for example) before the current route is saved, you are prompted to save ➤...

  • Page 69: Clearing The Current Route From The Screen

    Clearing the Current Route from the Screen To clear the current route from the screen, select CLEAR ROUTE. If the current route has not been saved, you are prompted to save it. ➤ To clear the current route from the screen: 1.

  • Page 70: Displaying Route Leg And Waypoint Information

    128 nm Figure 5-2: Route List Display Displaying Route Leg and Waypoint Information ➤ To display information about a route leg, move the cursor over the leg until its data is displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen To remove the data, move the cursor away from the route leg or press CLEAR.

  • Page 71: Erasing Or (Re)Naming A Route

    Erasing or (re)Naming a Route A route can be deleted or re-named via the Route List. When deleting a route, you are prompted to confirm. ➤ To select a route to delete: 1. Select ROUTES, followed by MORE, then ROUTE LIST. The route list is displayed with the selected route highlighted.
  • Page 72 Figure 5-3: Route Info The route is displayed as a series of legs. For each leg the next waypoint position, leg bearing, leg distance, total distance and elapsed time at current Speed over Ground (SOG) is listed. Press the trackpad up/down keys to scroll through the list.

  • Page 73: Editing A Route

    Editing a Route A route may be edited in order to: • Add a Waypoint into a route • Remove a Waypoint from a route • Move a Waypoint (as described in Section 5.2) • Reverse a Route Any changes made to the route affect only the current route, so the route must be saved in order to keep the changes.
  • Page 74 2. Press ENTER; the Route Leg functions are displayed: 3. Select INSERT WAYPOINT. The cursor now controls the route leg which is connected to the exist- ing waypoints on either side of the cursor by a dotted line. 4. Using the trackpad, move the cursor to the desired position and press ENTER to place the new waypoint and return to normal cursor opera- tion or CLEAR to cancel the operation.

  • Page 75: Following Routes And Going To Target Points

    5.4 Following Routes and Going to Target Points The GOTO key accesses the functions to follow a route or go to a waypoint, port, nearest facility or current cursor position. When the target destination is selected, the chartplotter calculates bearing, distance and cross track error;...

  • Page 76: Follow A Route

    Follow a Route Note: If a route has been reversed or if a route on screen was being fol- lowed, but stopped before completion, the target waypoint (outlined by a square box) may be different to when the route was created. The target waypoint should always be checked before initiating a FOLLOW ROUTE.

  • Page 77: Target Point Arrival

    Target Point Arrival Target alarms (see Chapter 5) can be set up to sound when the vessel is approaching the target point. The arrival alarm is defined as a circle (not visible on the screen), with a specified radius around the target. The alarm is triggered when either of the following conditions is met: •...
  • Page 78 The vessel follows the route, using the selected waypoint as the target. Advance to a Waypoint When following a route it is possible to advance to the next waypoint, even if the current target waypoint has not been reached. ➤ To advance to a waypoint: 1.

  • Page 79: Going To An Individual Target

    2. Select RESTART XTE. The dotted line between the original origin and the target waypoint is redrawn from the vessel’s current position to the target waypoint and the XTE is reset to zero Going to an Individual Target Rather than following a route, you can go directly to a selected target. This can be an existing waypoint, a port or nearest facility or the current cursor position.

  • Page 80: Go To Cursor

    Figure 5-4: Waypoint List A waypoint also can be selected from the Waypoint List as described in Working with Waypoints on page 47. 2. Select GOTO WAYPOINT. A dotted line is drawn from the vessel’s current position to the selected waypoint and navigation to the selected waypoint begins. Go to Cursor Note: If navigation is currently in progress or if the cursor is homed (Find Ship) it is not possible to go to cursor.

  • Page 81: Go To A Port

    A temporary waypoint is placed at the cursor position and navigation proceeds towards it. The temporary waypoint is shown as a square with a dot in the center and is connected to the vessel’s starting position by a dotted line. On arrival, the arrival alarm is sounded and the arrival pop-up box is displayed.

  • Page 82: Stop Follow Or Stop Goto

    Stop Follow or Stop GoTo ➤ To stop following the route or target point: 1. Either press the GOTO key or move the cursor over the target waypoint. 2. Select the STOP GOTO or STOP FOLLOW function: The dotted line from the vessel to the target waypoint disappears. 5.5 Changing the Display Mode Use the PAGE key to select the desired display mode.

  • Page 83: Cdi Display

    Chapter 5: Operation CDI Display The CDI display shows Cross Track Error (XTE) and distance to waypoint presented in a “runway” format: D6241-1 Figure 5-5: CDI Display The runway represents a 0.3nm width with the vessel symbol shown on the center line when the vessel is on course. Cross Track Error (XTE), Bearing to Waypoint, Distance to Waypoint, Time to Go (TTG), Course Over Ground (COG) and Speed Over Ground (SOG) are also shown.

  • Page 84: Bdi Display

    RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters The graphical XTE indication places arrows either side of the steering instruction and pointing towards it, dependent on the value of XTE. The first arrow is shown when the XTE reaches 0.01nm, the second at.05nm and subsequently at 0.1nm intervals. BDI Display STEER PORT D6242-2...

  • Page 85: Waypoint Data

    The steering instruction for the BDI display uses the deviation from vessel bearing to waypoint bearing to instruct you to turn the vessel towards the target waypoint. This is different from the steering instructions in all other display modes, which use the XTE to assist you in steering the vessel back towards the rhumbline between origin and destination.

  • Page 86: Navigation Data

    RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters If a route is not selected, the ROUTE field displays NO ROUTE. The WAYPOINT field shows the name of the waypoint. If the waypoint is part of a route then the title field includes the waypoint index in the route. If there is no target waypoint the text indicates NO WAYPOINT and all waypoint data is shown as dashes, one per character.
  • Page 87 The Fix indicator shows the GPS Fix status and indicates either FIX OK, SD FIX or NO FIX. POSITION 50°46.338'N 1°10.391'W 313° T 5.0 Kts WAYPOINT "HILLHEAD" 313°T GPS FIX OK 3.74nm TIME 02:15 10/07/04 STEER STARBOARD > Figure 5-8: Navigation Data Note: Graphical XTE indicator is as per Waypoint Data on page 75.

  • Page 88: Time/Date Data

    Time/Date Data The Time/Date display comprises text data occupying the whole screen: Textual data provides Sunrise and Sunset time, Current Time/ Date, Waypoint and Route arrival times plus the XTE indicator. Sunrise and Sunset times are for the selected day and at the selected position.
  • Page 89 The Time and Date fields show the local current time and date. The TTG and ETA (WAYPOINT) data relates to the target waypoint. The TTG and ETA (ROUTE) data relates to the end of the route. All data is based on the SOG towards the current target. If the SOG is negative, or data is not available, these fields are replaced with dashes, one per character.

  • Page 90: Transferring Waypoints And Routes

    5.6 Transferring Waypoints and Routes There are two methods of transferring waypoints and routes. The first is via the NMEA interface and the seconds is via the Gold Chart card. The transferring to and from the Gold Chart card is described in the Using Archives section on page 86.
  • Page 91 4. Initiate receiving of waypoints on the NMEA compatible equipment. 5. Select WPT/ROUTE TRANSFER. The waypoint transfer functions are displayed: 6. Select SEND WAYPOINTS and press ENTER; the text changes to STOP SENDING. 7. To stop waypoint transfer, press ENTER. ➤...

  • Page 92: Using Tracks

    5.7 Using Tracks The TRACK function is used to mark an on-screen trail that the vessel has followed, as if it had left a visible fixed wake. While the track is turned on, it is recorded in the display unit’s memory. You specify the interval at which track points are made and a line is drawn on-screen between each point.
  • Page 93 Track points continue to be placed until the track is switched off. The current track is retained even when the unit is powered off. Setting a short time interval between track points is best suited to navigation within a close or complex environment such as an estuary or marina, whereas a greater distance interval is best suited to a long voyage.

  • Page 94: Clearing The Current Track

    2. Use trackpad left/right to select TRACK ENABLE and press ENTER. The TRACK ENABLE text changes to indicate TRACK OFF. The vessel’s track is displayed on-screen with a line joining the points at the selected interval. Clearing the Current Track The current track can be cleared from the screen.

  • Page 95: Object Information

    5.8 Object Information The OBJECT INFO function provides detailed information about objects displayed on the chart. ➤ To display detailed object information: 1. Using the trackpad, place the cursor over the desired object. 2. In chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed: 3.

  • Page 96: Using Archives

    5.9 Using Archives The ARCHIVE function is used to save routes, tracks and waypoints to the Gold Chart card. This is particularly useful if you use a lot of routes, tracks or waypoints and do not wish to repeatedly re-enter these. Once you have archived your data to the card, the copy on the chartplotter can be deleted, thus freeing up memory.
  • Page 97 Figure 5-11: Archiving a Route 4. You can now (if desired) change the name of the archived file. Use trackpad left/right and up/down to change. Press ENTER when com- plete. 5. The route is now archived. Press CLEAR twice to return to normal operation.

  • Page 98: Loading Or Deleting An Archived Route

    Loading or Deleting an Archived Route Using the ROUTE ARCH. LIST function, a previously archived route can be loaded back into the chartplotters memory, renamed or deleted. ➤ To load, delete or rename a route from the archive: 1. In chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed: 2.

  • Page 99: Archiving A Track

    4. A list of archived routes is displayed. • To load a route from the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the route you wish to load and press ENTER. • To delete a route from the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the route you wish to delete, then use the trackpad left/right to select DELETE ARCHIVE and press ENTER.

  • Page 100: Loading Or Deleting An Archived Track

    RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters D6257-1 Figure 5-13: Archiving a Track 4. The track is now archived. Press CLEAR twice to return to normal operation. Note: Once archived, the track can be cleared from the chartplotters memory to free up space. (See Clearing the Current Track on page 84) Loading or Deleting an Archived Track Using the TRACK ARCH.
  • Page 101 2. Using trackpad left/right, select ARCHIVES. 3. Using trackpad left/right, select MORE... and then TRACK ARCH. LIST. TRACK ARCHIVES Figure 5-14: Track Archive List 4. A list of archived tracks is displayed. • To load a track from the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the track you wish to load and press ENTER.

  • Page 102: Archiving A Waypoint Set

    • To rename a track in the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the track you wish to rename, then use the trackpad left/right to select RENAME ARCHIVE and press ENTER. The first character of the selected track name will be highlighted. Use the trackpad left/right to select the character and up/down to change.

  • Page 103: Loading Or Deleting An Archived Waypoint Set

    Chapter 5: Operation D6258-1 Figure 5-15: Archiving a Waypoint 4. The waypoint set is now archived. Press CLEAR twice to return to normal operation. Note: Once archived, waypoints can be erased from the chartplotters memory to free up space. (See Erasing Waypoints on page 54.) Loading or Deleting an Archived Waypoint Set Using the WAYPOINT ARCH.
  • Page 104 2. Using trackpad left/right, select ARCHIVES. 3. Using trackpad left/right, select MORE... and then WAYPOINT ARCH. LIST. WAYPOINTS ARCHIVES Figure 5-16: Waypoint Archive List 4. A list of archived waypoint sets is displayed. Note: When loading waypoint sets onto the chartplotter, you can either add to the waypoints currently loaded on the chartplotter or replace the waypoints currently loaded.

  • Page 105: Displaying Chart Information

    • To delete a waypoint set from the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the waypoint set you wish to delete, then use the trackpad left/right to select DELETE ARCHIVE and press ENTER. • To rename a waypoint set in the archive: Use trackpad up/down to select the waypoint set you wish to rename, then use the trackpad left/right to select RENAME ARCHIVE and press ENTER.
  • Page 106 Figure 5-17: Available Port Services 3. Use the trackpad to select the desired service and press ENTER to dis- play further details: Figure 5-18: Port Service Details 4. To see more options (if available), select the...More... option and press ENTER. 5.

  • Page 107: Tide Information

    Tide Information At detailed chart scales, placing the cursor over a Tide Height or Current symbol for more than 0.5 seconds enables detailed tide information to be displayed in an object information pop-up box. Soft keys enable Sun/ Moon Data and Previous/Next Day information to be displayed. Tidal Height ➤...
  • Page 108 1.30 1.06 0.81 0.57 0.33 0.08 -0.15 Figure 5-19: Tidal Height Display ➤ To display the Tide Height at a particular Date/Time: 1. Press ENTER to select MORE OPTIONS; the SUN/MOON DATA soft keys. 2. Using trackpad left/right, select PREVIOUS DAY or NEXT DAY soft key; press ENTER the appropriate number of time.
  • Page 109 ➤ To display Sun/Moon data: 1. Select SUN/MOON DATA. The SUN rise/set and MOON rise/set times are displayed. The MOON PHASE box indicates the number of days referred to full moon, together with a pictorial representation. 1.30 1.06 0.81 0.57 0.33 0.08 -0.15...
  • Page 110 Tidal Current ➤ To obtain Tidal Current Data: 1. Place the cursor over a Tide Current symbol The Tidal Current soft key and help text appear. 2. Press ENTER to show the Tidal Current information and soft keys or CLEAR to cancel the operation. NANTUCKET HARBOR 1.75 1.46...
  • Page 111 The “Port Name” is that supplied by the Gold Chart cartridge. The Tidal Current graph is automatically scaled. The cursor, represented by a dashed line, can be moved along the horizontal axis by means of the Trackpad. A CURSOR data box below the graph shows corresponding TIME, SET and DRIFT.
  • Page 112 RC435 and RC435i Chartplotters NANTUCKET HARBOR 1.75 1.46 1.18 0.89 0.60 0.32 0.03 D4980-3 Figure 5-22: Tidal Current & Sun/Moon Data Display...

  • Page 113: Man Overboard (Mob)

    5.11 Man Overboard (MOB) If a person or object is lost overboard, and you need to return to the location, use the Man Overboard (MOB) function. Note: To obtain MOB position, a valid GPS fix must be available. ➤ To initiate the MOB procedure from the Chart display, press and hold the GOTO key for two seconds.

  • Page 114: Alarms

    5.12 Alarms The chartplotter reports the following alarms Alarm Arrival Anchor No Fix The alarms are switched on or off, and the limits set, using the Chart Set Up function via the PAGE key menu. See Chapter 4, Chart Set Up Parameters on page 38.

  • Page 115: Chapter 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting This chapter provides information on routine maintenance and problem solving associated with your RC435/435i Chartplotter and/or its antenna. 6.1 Maintenance CAUTION: The chartplotter contains high voltage and specialized circuits only accessible to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments and the operator should not attempt to service the equipment.

  • Page 116: Resetting The System

    To minimize these effects and to give you the best possible performance from your Raymarine equipment, guidelines are given in the installation instructions that enable you to ensure minimum interaction between different items of equipment, that is, to ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

  • Page 117: Problem Solving

    6.3 Problem Solving Prior to packing and shipping, all Raymarine products are subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programmes. However, if this unit should develop a fault, please refer to the following table to identify the most likely cause and the corrective action required to restore normal operation.

  • Page 118: How To Contact Raymarine

    No detailed chart data Other problems 6.4 How to Contact Raymarine On the Internet Visit the Raymarine World Wide Web site for the latest information on Raymarine electronic equipment and systems at: www.raymarine.com Customer Support Navigate to the Customer Support page for links to: •...

  • Page 119: Technical Support

    Technical Service is available Monday through Friday 4:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time. Please have the Raymarine item or part number ready when call- ing if placing an order. If you are not sure which item is appropri- ate for your unit, you should first contact the Technical Support Department to verify your requirements.

  • Page 120: In Europe

    Raymarine dealer. Please refer to the lists of compo- nent part numbers and optional accessories in the Installation chapter of this manual and have the Raymarine part number ready when speaking with your dealer. If you are uncertain about what item to choose for your Rayma- rine unit, please contact our Customer Services Department prior to placing your order.

  • Page 121: Appendix A:specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications Size (H x W x D) Weight Environmental Mounting Power Input Controls Display type Display Interfaces Cartography Software update Memory GPS Frequency GPS Sensitivity GPS Signal acquisition Conforms to 89/336/EEC(EMC), EN60945:1997 6.93in (176mm) x 7.0in (178mm) x 2.52in (64mm), excluding mounting bracket 1.87 lb.

  • Page 122: Nmea Data

    GPS Time to first fix GPS Position accuracy Geodetic Datum GPS Antenna Cable length (RC435 only): Note: The system is limited to 500 unique waypoints yet 20 routes of 50 waypoints as stated above are permissible. This figure is achieved by us- ing waypoints in more than one route.

  • Page 123: Appendix B: List Of Abbreviations

    Appendix B: List of Abbreviations dGPS HDOP NMEA Bearing Deviation Indicator Bearing To Waypoint Course Deviation Indicator Course Over Ground. The actual direction of your vessel’s movement over the ground. Differential Global Positioning System Distance To Go Electro-Magnetic Compatibility Estimated Time of Arrival Global Positioning System Horizontal Dilution Of Precision.
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  • Page 125: Index

    Index Abbreviations 113 Alarms 104 Anchor 42 Man Overboard 103 XTE 42 – Archives 86 Archiving Routes 86 Tracks 89 Waypoint Set 92 Deleting Routes 88 Tracks 90 Waypoint Set 93 Loading Routes 88 Tracks 90 Waypoint Set 93 Arrival Circle 41 Autozoom 41 BDI Display 74 Bearing Mode 35...
  • Page 126 STOP 72 Waypoint 69 GPS 4 – GPS Setup 44 Help from Raymarine 108 Installation 7 Cable Running 16 Chartplotter 12 Bracket Mounting 14 Panel Mounting 14 Connectors 16 EMC Guidelines 7 GPS 9 Pole Mounting 11 Surface Mounting 10...
  • Page 127 Select Chart 42 Service 108 Servicing 105 Simulated COG 37 Simulated SOG 37 Simulator 23 Speed Units 36 Spot Soundings 43 Status Bar 3 Stop Follow 72 Stop GOTO 72 Sun & Moon Data 98 Switching Off 22 Switching On 19 System Check 19 System Reset 106 –...
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