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6.0.7
Currents Prediction
The worldwide database with Tidal stream information is available with MAX C-CARDs.
When data/time is available, Tidal stream arrows are shown on the charts, indicating the
direction and strength of the Tide:
If no data/time is available from the GPS or the GPS Chart Plotter is not in Simulation
mode, the icon on the chart is generic one. The color of the arrow denotes the strength
of the current as follows:
When the GPS Chart Plotter receives a valid position fix, the Tide icons are shown on the
charts on the basis of the current date and time: the screen displays and changes arrows
as date/time changes.
It is possible to see the variation of the Tidal arrows on the selected area at any given time.
To activate this function follow the procedure:
1. Press [MENU], move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight SETUP MENU and press [ENT].
2. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight MAX FUNCTIONS and press [ENT] or move
the ShuttlePoint knob to the right.
3. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight CURRENTS PREDICTION and press [ENT] or
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Figure 6.0.6 - Example of Satellite Imagery on CPF300i
Figure 6.0.7 - Tidal stream arrows
0 to 0.1 kn
-
0.2 to 1.0 kn -
1.1 to 2.0 kn -
2.1 to 3.0 kn -
3.1 to 9.9 kn -
Figure 6.0.7a - Tidal stream arrows table
Yellow
Yellow
Orange
Orange
Red
CPF180i and CPF300i
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