Chapter 1: Introduction; Overview; Raychart 620 Features - Raytheon RayChart 620 Operation Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Overview

The RayChart 620 is a sophisticated electronic charting system, which
uses GPS, dGPS or Loran-C technology to make navigation as simple
and accurate as possible.
The RayChart displays chart information from the C-MAP NT
electronic chart cards (C-Cards), and position information from satellites
or land-based radio beacons. It can also display virtually any data
available from other compatible instruments in your system.
The RayChart is designed to be extremely easy to use, while providing
powerful options for handling data and customizing the system to
match your requirements. Everyday functions are available at the touch
of a button, with as much or as little help as you need. The on-screen
prompt and menu system, from which you can select the functions and
options you require, simplifies even complex tasks such as editing
stored route data.
The display unit can be installed either above or below deck, and can
be illuminated for night-time use.

1.2 RayChart 620 Features

The RayChart 620 provides the following features and functions:
• Chart display with zoom and pan control; a background world map is
included, and there are two slots for inserting C-MAP NT C-Cards for
large-scale cartography
• Vessel's position displayed, with optional heading, course, tide and
wind vectors, and optional track history display
• Quick and easy on-screen route setup and control
• "Go To" function for marking a waypoint and tracking towards it
immediately
• Event and mark recording
• Edit and review functions for stored route, waypoint and event data
• Display options controlling the cartographic data displayed, and
windows for displaying selected navigational data repeated from
other instruments
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