Chapter 1 Introduction And Safety Summary; Introduction And System Familiarization - Simrad CX34 Manual

Introduction and safety summary Chapter 1-1

1.1 Introduction and system familiarization

Congratulations on your purchase of SIMRAD CX34/44/54 NavStation - a
combination of the latest GPS and SDGPS receiver technology and optional
built-in differential receiver for accurate positioning, plus: detailed cartogra-
phy and high performance radar and optional echosounder technology; all in a
unique slim-line design with a bright 7" TFT (CX34), 10" ATFT/TFT (CX44)
or 15" TFT (CX54) color display.
The radar system with RadarChart overlay, dual EBL and VRM markers,
direct Quick-range keys, off-center mode, etc. together with Dual Radar fea-
ture ... two radar displays in one screen, one for short range and one for long
distance observations.
The electronic chart system includes a built-in world chart for rough plan-
ning and overview. The choice of chart system best suitable for the CX34/44/
54 was carefully singled out to be the C-MAP mini cards NT+ or NT MAX..
The optional C-cards are available world-wide at your local Simrad dealer.
The Global Positioning System is at this time and age the most common
system used for navigation and positioning all over the world. Not only for
maritime use, but also for land-based applications and aviation. The satel-
lite-based system has been developed and is operated by the US Department
of Defense in order to provide an accurate and reliable service, which include
a 24-hour global coverage. The GPS system consists of approx. 24 satellites
which orbit around the Earth at an altitude of approx. 20,200 km.
The satellites transmit perfectly synchronized data. However, depending on
the position, the signals will reach the receiver at a slightly different time. By
adding the measured time difference to the known position of the satellites it
is possible to calculate the ship's position to within a few meters.
The SimNet data and control network provides high speed data transfer and
control between Simrad products that are integrated as a total navigation,
steering and communication system on board.
The optional echosounder system with selectable frequencies will provide an
impression of Bottom expansion, VRM expansion, Shift, A-scope and White
line.
DS34/44/54-CX Dual Station for the CX34/44/54 is available with a bright
7" TFT, 10" ATFT/TFT or 15" TFT color display. The main unit and the dual
station are identical in design and operation.
How to use this manual? It is a good idea to make yourself familiar with
the key functions, menu structure and rotation of pages (screens) described in
CX34/44/54 Operator manual