Zeus2 Glass Helm Operator manual ENGLISH bandg.
Preface Disclaimer As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance. It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.
About this manual This manual is a reference guide for operating the Zeus2 Glass Helm system. It assumes that all equipment is installed and configured, and that the system is ready to use. The manual assumes that the user has basic knowledge of navigation, nautical terminology and practices. Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows: Ú Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
The software This manual is written for the Zeus2 Processor software version 1.0. The manual will be continuously updated to match new software releases. The latest available manual version can be downloaded from bandg.com.
Contents 10 Introduction 10 10 14 15 16 17 17 System overview Operating the system The Home page Application pages Integration of 3rd party devices GoFreeTM wireless H5000 integration 18 Basic operation 18 18 18 19 19 20 20 20 Turning the system on and off Display illumination Locking the touch screen Using menus and dialogs Selecting pages and panels Displaying the Favorites panel as a pop-up on a page Positioning a Man Over Board mark Screen capture 21 Customizing your system 21 21 22 22 22 Customizi
41 Navigating 41 41 41 42 Navigate to cursor position Navigate a route Navigating with the autopilot Navigation settings 44 The SailSteer panel 45 45 Selecting data fields for the SailSteer panel Sail Time calculations 46 Time and Wind plots 46 46 The Time plot panel Wind Plot panel 47 Autopilot 47 47 47 47 49 49 50 50 50 50 51 51 52 53 54 55 56 56 Safe operation with the autopilot Activating the autopilot Switching from automatic mode to manual steering Autopilot indication on the pages The Autopilo
71 72 73 Recording echosounder data Echosounder view options Echosounder settings 75 StructureScan™ 75 75 76 76 76 77 77 The StructureScan™ image Zooming the StructureScan image Using the cursor on the StructureScan™ panel Saving waypoints Viewing StructureScan™ history Setting up the StructureScan image Advanced StructureScan settings 79 StructureMap 79 79 79 80 80 80 81 The StructureMap image Activating Structure overlay StructureMap sources StructureMap tips Recording StructureScan data Using Struct
101 Multiple alarms 102 Acknowledging a message 102 Alarms dialog 103 Tools 103 103 103 103 103 103 103 103 104 Waypoints/routes/tracks Tides Alarms Settings Vessels Sun/Moon Trip calculator Files Find 105 Simulator 105 Demo mode 105 Simulator source files 106 Advanced simulator settings 107 Maintenance 107 107 107 107 108 Preventive maintenance Checking the connectors NMEA 0183 Data logging Software upgrades Backing up your system data Contents | Zeus2 Glass Helm 9
1 Introduction System overview • • • The basic Zeus2 Glass Helm consist of the processor and one or two monitors. The system can be configured and installed in various configurations: One processor with one monitor (A) One processor with two independent monitors (B) A complex network where additional networked processors are connected to independent monitors throughout the boat (C) For installation instructions refer to the Zeus2 Glass Helm Installation manual.
Touch screen operation Basic touch screen operation on the different panels is shown in the table below. The panel sections later in this manual have more information about panel specific touch screen operation.
Key operation overview All keys on the keyboard works as usual when entering keys in a text field. Keyboard operation and shortcuts are shown in the table below. Unless noted all referenses are single short presses on the key. Ú Note: The shortcuts refer to US keyboard layout. Some shortcuts may not work on different national keyboards.
Keyboard keys Function ZC1 keys Esc Cancels changes and returns to previous menu level X Closes an open menu Enter Activates/confirms current selection V or by pressing the Rotary knob Arrow keys Move the cursor on the panel, and manouvers in the menus/dialogs Arrow keys - and + Zoom - and + Using the mouse to control the system • • • • • The mouse pointer becomes visible when you move the mouse, and it will auto-hide after a few seconds of inactivity.
The Home page The Home page is accessed from any operation by selecting the Home button in the upper left corner of a panel, the PAGES key on an ZC1, or the Home key on a ZM series monitor. Key 14 Description 1 Applications Select a button to display the application as a full page panel. Press and hold a button to display pre-configured split page options for the application. 2 Tools Select a button to access dialogs used for carrying out a task, or for browsing stored information.
Application pages Each application connected to the system is presented on panels. The application can be presented as a full page, or in combination with other panels in a multiple panel page. All pages are accessed from the Home page. Key Description 1 Application panel 2 Instrument bar Navigation and sensor information. The bar can be tuned off and it can be configured by the user. 3 System controls dialog Quick access to basic system settings.
Pre-configured split pages Each full screen application has several pre-configured split pages, featuring the selected application combined with each of the other panels. Ú Note: The number of split pages cannot be changed, and the pages cannot be customized or deleted. Access a split page by pressing and holding the main panel button. Favorite pages All preconfigured favorite pages can be modified and deleted, and you can create your own. You can have a total of 12 favorite pages.
CZone dashboard When the CZone is installed and configured, an additional CZone dashboard will be added to the Instrument panels. You switch between a panel’s dashboards by selecting the left and right arrow symbols or by selecting the dashboard from the menu. Editing a CZone dashboard You can customize a CZone dashboard by changing the data for each of the gauges. Available editing options depend on the type of gauge and which data sources that are connected to your system.
2 Basic operation Turning the system on and off You turn the system on by pressing the Power key on the front of the processor, or by pressing the Power key on the ZC1. You turn the system off by pressing the Power key, or by selecting the Power option on the Home page or in the System controls dialog. If the Power key is released before the shut-down is completed, the power off process is cancelled.
Using menus and dialogs • • Menus You display a page menu by selecting the MENU button in the upper right corner of the page. Activate a menu item and toggle on/off a checkbox by selecting it Adjust a slide bar value by either: • dragging the slide bar • selecting the + or - icons Select the Back menu option to return to the previous menu level, and then exit. You can make the menu slide away by tapping the screen outside the menu area, or by pressing the MENU button.
Displaying the Favorites panel as a pop-up on a page You can display the Favorites panel as a pop-up on any page by pressing and holding the PAGES key on an ZC1, or by pressing the Ctrl + ; on a keyboard. Repeated presses on this key will page through available favorites. The panel will switch to selected favorite after 3 seconds.
3 Customizing your system Customizing the Home page background The Home page's background can be customized. You can select one of the pictures included with the system, or you can use your own picture in .jpg or .png format. The images can be available on any location that can be seen in the files browser. When a picture is chosen as the wallpaper, it is automatically copied to the Wallpaper folder. Adjusting panel size You can change the panel size for an active split page.
Adding new favorite pages 1. Select the New icon in the favorite panel on the Home page to open the page editor dialog 2. Select the page icons you want to add to a new page: - Touch operation: drag and drop page icons - Key operation: use the arrow keys to select a page icon, then confirm your selection with the Enter key 3. Save the page layout The display will return to the Home page, and the new page will be included in the list of favorite pages. Edit favorite pages 1.
4 Charts The chart function displays your vessel’s position relative to land and other chart objects. On the chart panel you can plan and navigate routes, place waypoints and display AIS targets. You can overlay a radar image, a StructureScan image or weather information.
Chart data The system is delivered with different embedded cartography depending on region. All units will support Insight charts from Navico including Insight Genesis. The system also supports Navionics Gold, Platinum+ and Navionics+, C-MAP MAX-N/MAX-N+ by Jeppesen as well as content created by variety of third party mapping providers in the AT5 format. For a full selection of available charts please visit insightstore.navico.com, c-map.jeppesen.com or navionics.com.
Positioning the vessel on the chart panel Chart orientation Several options are available for how the chart is rotated in the panel. The chart orientation symbol in the panel’s upper right corner indicates the north direction. North up Heading up Course up North up Displays the chart with north upward. Corresponds to the usual orientation of nautical charts. Heading up Displays the chart with the vessel’s heading directed upward. Heading information is received from a compass.
Using the cursor on the chart panel The cursor is by default not shown on the chart panel. When you activate the cursor the cursor position window will be displayed. When the cursor is active, the chart will not pan or rotate to follow the vessel. Select the Clear cursor menu option to remove the cursor and the cursor window from the panel. This will also center the chart to the vessel position. Select the Restore cursor menu option to display the cursor in its previous location.
Measuring distance The cursor can be used to measure the distance between your vessel and a selected position, or between 2 points on the chart panel. 1. Position the cursor on the point from where you want to measure the distance from the vessel 2. Start the measure function from the menu - The measuring icons will appear with a line drawn from the vessel center to the cursor position, and the distance will be listed in the cursor information window 3.
• • Zooming a 3D chart You zoom in and out on a 3D chart by using the zoom panel icons, or by: ZC1: using the IN and OUT keys Keyboard: using the + and - keys Chart overlay Radar, Structure, AIS and weather information can be displayed as overlay on your chart panel. Ú Note: AIS is turned on by default, but it can be turned off. When an overlay is selected, the chart menu will be expanded to include basic functions for the selected overlay.
Navionics specific chart options Orientation, Look ahead, 3D and Change to Navionics/Change to Insight (previously described in this section) are common for all chart types. Community edits Toggles on the chart layer including Navionics edits. These are user information or edits uploaded to Navionics Community by users, and made available in Navionics charts. For more information refer to Navionics information included with your chart, or to Navionics website: www.navionics.com.
Navionics view options Chart shading Shading adds terrain information to the chart. Navionics dynamic tide and current icons Shows tides and currents with a gauge and an arrow instead of the diamond icons used for static tides and current information. The tide and current data available in Navionics charts are related to a specific date and time. The system animates the arrows and/or gauges to show the tides and currents evolution over time.
Photo overlay Photo overlay enables you to view satellite photo images of an area as an overlay on the chart. The availability of such photos is limited to certain regions. You can view photo overlays in either 2D or 3D modes. No Photo overlay Photo overlay, land only Full Photo overlay Photo transparency The Photo transparency sets the opaqueness of the photo overlay. With minimum transparency settings the chart details will be almost hidden by the photo.
Jeppesen tides and currents The system can display Jeppesen tides and currents. With this information it is possible to predict the time, level, direction and strenght of currents and tides. This is an important tool when considering planning and navigation of a trip. In large zoom ranges the tides and currents are displayed as a square icon including the letter T (Tides) or C (Current). When you select one of the icons tidal or current information for that location are displayed.
Vessels’ extension lines Sets the length of the extension lines for your vessel and for other vessels shown as AIS targets. A: Heading B: Course Over Ground (COG) The length of the extension lines are either set as a fixed distance, or to indicate the distance the vessel will move in the selected time period. If no options are turned on for This vessel then no extension lines will be shown for your vessel.
Setting Description Limits Sets the maximum tack/gybe time period to either side of the laylines. When turned on the limits are indicated with a dotted line on the chart and on the SailSteer panel Synchronize 2D/3D chart Links the position shown on one chart with the position shown on the other chart when a 2D and a 3D chart are shown side by side. Pop-up information Selects whether basic information for chart items will be displayed when you selct the item.
5 Waypoints, routes and tracks Waypoints A waypoint is a user generated mark positioned on a chart, on a radar image or on an echosounder image. Each waypoint has an exact position with latitude and longitude coordinates. A waypoint positioned on an echosounder image, will in addition to position information have a depth value. A waypoint is used to mark a position you later may want to return to. Two or more waypoints can also be combined to create a route.
Routes A route consists of a series of routepoints entered in the order that you want to navigate them. When you select a route on the chart panel it will turn green, and the route name will be displayed. The system includes support for Navionics Autorouting and Jeppesen Easy Routing. This feature automatically suggest routepoints between the first and last routepoint of a route, or between selected routepoints in a complex route.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Only two routepoints can be selected, and the system will discard any routepoints between your selected start and end points Select Accept to start the automatic routing - When the automatic routing is completed the route will appear in preview mode, and the legs are color coded to indicate save or unsafe areas. Navionics uses red (unsafe) and green (safe), while C-MAP uses red (unsafe), yellow (dangerous) and green (safe).
Creating routes using existing waypoints You can create a new route by combining existing waypoints from the Routes dialog. The dialog is activated by using the Routes tool on the Home page. Converting a track to a route You can convert a track to a route from the Edit Track dialog. The dialog is activated by activating the track, then selecting the track's pop-up, or by selecting the info options from the menu. The Edit Track dialog can also be accessed by using the Tracks tool on the Home page.
Tracks A track is a graphical presentation of the historical path of the vessel, allowing you to retrace where you have travelled. A track can be converted to a route from the Edit Tracks dialog. From the factory, the system is set to automatically track and draw the vessel's movement on the chart panel. The system will continue to record the track until the track length reaches the maximum track points, and will then automatically begin overwriting the oldest track points.
Waypoints, routes and tracks dialogs The waypoints, routes and tracks dialogs give access to advanced edit functions and settings for these items. The dialogs are accessed from the Tools panel on the Home page.
6 Navigating The navigation function included in the system allows you to navigate towards the cursor position, towards a waypoint or along a predefined route. If autopilot functionality is included in your system, the autopilot can be set to automatically navigate the vessel. For information about positioning waypoints and creating routes, refer to "Waypoints-RoutesTracks" on page 35. Navigate to cursor position You can start navigating towards cursor position on any chart, radar or echosounder panel.
Navigation settings Navigation method Different methods are available for calculating the distance and bearing between any two points on a chart. The Great circle route is the shortest path between two points. However, if you are to travel along such a route, it would be difficult to steer manually as the heading would constantly be changing (except in the case of due north, south, or along the equator). Rhumb lines are tracks of constant bearing.
Magnetic variation Magnetic variation is the difference between true bearings and magnetic bearings, caused by different locations of the Geographic and the Magnetic north poles. Any local anomalies such as iron deposits might also affect the magnetic bearings. When set to Auto, the system automatically converts magnetic north to true north. Select manual mode if you need to enter your own local magnetic variation.
7 The SailSteer panel The SailSteer panel provides a composite view of key sailing data. All data is displayed relative to the yacht’s bow, providing a clear and easy to understand image of important sailing data. The SailSteer panel can be shown as a full screen panel, or in a multi-panel page. The number of data fields included in the panel is dependant on available panel size.
Selecting data fields for the SailSteer panel Data sources connected to the system can be viewed on the SailSteer panel. 1. Tap the SailSteer panel to make it active 2. Tap the MENU button and select the edit option - Edit mode will be indicated in top of the panel 3. Tap the instrument field you want to change - The selected field will have a highlighted frame 4. Tap the MENU button again to select info 5. Repeat the steps to change other instrument fields 6.
8 Time and Wind plots The system can present data history in different plots. The plots can be displayed in full page, or combined with other panels. The Time plot panel The Time plot panel consists of two predefined layouts. You switch between the layouts by selecting the left and right panel arrows. You can also select the layout from the menu. You can select which data to present on a time plot panel, and you can define the time range for each plot.
9 Autopilot If an AC12N, AC42N or SG05 autopilot computer is connected to the system, autopilot functionality will be available in the system. An Autopilot is designed to maintain an accurate course in various sea conditions with minimal helm movements. Safe operation with the autopilot Warning: An autopilot is a useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT replace a human navigator.
Autopilot mode indication in the Status bar The Status bar will show autopilot information as long as an autopilot computer is connected to the network. Icons will be included if the autopilot is passive or locked by another autopilot control unit. Autopilot pop up You control the autopilot from the autopilot pop-up. The pop-up has a fixed position on the page, and it is available for all pages except when an Autopilot panel is active.
The Autopilot panel The autopilot panel is used to display navigation data. It can be shown as a full screen panel, or in a multi-panel page. The number of data fields included in the autopilot panel is dependant on available panel size.
Mode Feature Description Only available if the boat type is set to Sail. Automatic steering where the vessel heading is changed to maintain a set wind angle WIND Tacking/Gybing WIND Nav Only available if the boat type is set to Sail. Tacking/Gybing with apparent or true wing angle as reference. Automatic steering, using both wind and GPS data to steer the vessel to a specific waypoint or through a route Standby mode • Standby (STBY) mode is used when you steer the boat at the helm.
Tacking in AUTO mode Ú Note: The tack function is only available when the system is set up for SAIL boat type. Tacking should only be performed into the wind and must be tried out in calm sea conditions with light wind to find out how it works on your boat. Due to a wide range of boat characteristics (from cruising to racing boats) the performance of the tack function may vary from boat to boat. Tacking in AUTO mode is different from tacking in WIND mode.
When the vessel reaches the arrival circle for a routepoint, the autopilot will give an audible warning and display a dialog with the new course information. If the required course change to the next waypoint is less than the Navigation change limit, the autopilot will automatically change the course. If the required course change to next waypoint in a route is more than the set limit, you are prompted to verify that the upcoming course change is acceptable.
Tacking in WIND mode Ú Note: The tack function is only available when the system is set up for SAIL boat type. Tacking should only be performed into the wind and must be tried out in calm sea conditions with light wind to find out how it works on your boat. Due to a wide range of boat characteristics (from cruising to racing boats) the performance of the tack function may vary from boat to boat.
Turn pattern steering The autopilot includes a number of automatic turn steering features for power boats when the pilot is in AUTO mode. Ú Note: The turn steering option will not be available if the boat type is set to sailboat - instead the tack/gybe feature is implemented. Initiating a turn You start the turn by selecting the relevant turn icon, followed by selecting the port or startboard options in the turn dialog to select the turn direction.
Lazy S-turn In the lazy-s turn the boat will yaw around the main heading. You set the selected heading change before the turn is started. During the turn you can alter the main heading, the heading change and the turn radius from within the turn dialog. Depth contour tracking, DCTTM If the system has input from an echosounder, the autopilot can be set to follow a depth contour. Warning: Do not use this feature unless the seabed is suitable.
Locking remote stations The AP24/AP28 includes a Remote Lock function that will disable autopilot control from other units. A locked control unit is indicated with a key symbol in autopilot controller popup. When the remote lock function is enabled on an AP24/AP28 control unit, only the active control unit stays in command. No transfer of command to Zeus2 Processor or other autopilot control units on the system can take place, You can only unlock the remote stations from the AP24/AP28 unit in command.
Sea state filter The Seastate filter is used to reduce rudder activity and autopilot sensitivity in rough weather. OFF Seastate filter is disabled. This is default AUTO Reduces rudder activity and autopilot sensitivity in rough weather by an adaptive process. The AUTO setting is recommended if you want to use the seastate filter MANUAL Linked to the steering response control settings described previously.
Response By default the system switches between HI/LO parameter set based on speed (motor boats) or speed and wind (sail boats). You can however manually select which parameter set that shall be used. HI or LO must be selected if no speed input is available. You can manually fine tune each of the two (HI/LO) parameter sets. Level 4 is default with parameter values as set by the autotune function. If no autotune is made (not recommended) the level 4 values are the factory default values.
10 Radar The radar panel can be set up as a full screen view or combined with other panels. The radar image can also be displayed as an overlay to existing 2D and 3D chart views. For more information see "Chart overlay" on page 28. Ú Note: Radar overlay requires data from heading sensor. The radar panel Key Description Comment 1 Range 2 Orientation 3 Motion 4 Compass * 5 Heading line * 6 Rotary controls 7 Range rings * 8 Range markers * 9 Data bar * Optional radar symbology.
Radar operational modes The radar’s operational modes are controlled from the Zeus2 Processor unit. The following modes are available: Off The power to the radar scanner is turned off Standby The power to the radar scanner is on, but the radar is not transmitting. Transmit The scanner is on and transmitting. Detected targets will be drawn on the radar PPI (Plan Position Indicator). Radar Range You adjust radar range by turning the rotary knob or by selecting the zoom icons on the radar panel.
Adjusting the radar image You may be able to improve the radar image by adjusting the radar sensitivity, and by filtering out the random echoes from sea and weather conditions. The radar control images are located in the upper right corner of the radar panel. You select between the control images by selecting the control image or by pressing the rotary knob on an ZC1. Active control will expand and display its name in full.
Advanced radar options Radar threshold The threshold sets required signal strength for the lowest radar signals. Radar returns below this limit will be filtered and not displayed. Default value: 30%. Target boost The target boost option is used for increasing the size of radar targets. Target expansion Target expansion will override and increase the default radar pulse length, providing larger target returns. Fast scan (Broadband Radar™ only).
North up Rotates the radar image with the north direction upwards. Course up Rotates the radar image to display the current navigation course directly up. This option works only when the system is navigating an active route. If you are not navigating an active route the heading up orientation will be used until the navigation function is started.
Defining an EBL/VRM marker 1. Ensure that the cursor is not active 2. Activate the menu, select EBL/VRM, then select EBL/VRM 1 or EBL/VRM 2 - The EBL/VRM is now positioned on the radar image 3. Select the adjustment option from the menu if you need to reposition the marker, then adjust the marker by dragging it into position on the radar image 4. Select the save option in the menu to save your settings Placing EBL/VRM markers by using the cursor 1. Position the cursor on the radar image 2.
MARPA targets If the system includes a heading sensor, the MARPA function (Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid) can be used to track up to ten radar targets. You can set alarms to notify you if a target gets too close. Refer to "Radar settings" on page 66. MARPA tracking is an important tool for collision avoidance. Ú Note: MARPA requires heading data for both the radar and the Zeus2 Processor. MARPA target symbols The system uses the target symbols shown below. Symbol Description Acquiring MARPA target.
MARPA alarm settings You can define the following MARPA alarms.
A circle can be added around your vessel to present the danger zone. The radius of the ring is the same as the closest point of approach as set in the Dangerous Vessels dialog. See "Defining dangerous vessels" on page 87. An alarm will trigger if a vessel is tracking into your safe zone. Installation The Installation option is used for radar installation, described in the separate Zeus2 Glass Helm Installation manual.
11 Echosounder The echosounder function provides a view of the water and bottom beneath your vessel, allowing you to detect fish and examine the structure of the sea floor. The Zeus2 Processor units do not include built in echosounder or StructureScan. An external module such as the SonarHub, BSM-3 or other compatible modules must be available on the network to be able to use echosounder functionality on the system.
Zooming an Echosounder image • • • You zoom an Echosounder image by: Touch operation: pinching or spreading on the screen, or by using the panel zoom icons ZC1 operation: using the IN/OUT keys or the rotary knob Keyboard operation: using the +/- keys Zoom level is shown on the upper left side of the panel. When zooming in, the sea floor will be kept near the bottom of the screen, irrespective of whether it is in auto-range or manual range.
Saving waypoints You can save a waypoint at a selected location by positioning the cursor on the panel, then selecting the new waypoint option in the menu. Viewing sounder history Whenever the cursor is shown on a sounder panel, the scroll bar is shown at the bottom of the panel. The scroll bar shows the image you are currently viewing in relation to the total echosounder image history stored. If the scroll bar is on the far right side, it indicates that you are viewing the latest soundings.
Color Strong and weak echo signals have different colors to indicate the different signal strengths. The colors used depend on which palette you select. The more you increase the Color setting, the more echoes will be displayed in the color at the strong return end of the scale. Pausing the echosounder You can pause the sounder, allowing you to examine the sounder echoes.
Create StructureMap when completed If StructureScan is available on the network, you can convert the loggings to StructureMap format (.smf) after recording. The file can also be converted to StructureMap format from the Files option. Viewing the recorded sounder data Both internally and externally stored sounder records may be reviewed when selected. The log file is displayed as a paused image, and you control the scrolling and display from the replay menu.
Fish ID You can select how you want the echoes to appear on the screen. You can also select if want to be notified by a beep when a fish ID appear on the panel. Traditional fish echoes Fish symbols Fish symbols and depth indication Ú Note: Not all fish symbols are actual fish. Echosounder settings Echosounder source If you have more than one echosounder on your network, you can select which sounder to be the preferred source on this Zeus2 Processor unit.
Search depth Noise may cause the echosounder to search for unrealistic depths. By setting the search depth manually the system will only display echoes received from objects within the set depth range. Installation Used for echosounder installation and setup. See the separate Zeus2 Glass Helm Installation manual.
12 StructureScan™ StructureScan HDTM uses high frequencies to provide a high resolution, picture-like image of the seabed. StructureScan™ provides a 150 m (480 ft) wide coverage in high detail with SideScan, while the DownScan™ provides picture perfect images of structure and fish directly below your boat, down to 90 m (300 ft). StructureScan™ is not integrated in Zeus2 Processor. You must have a compatible external StructureScan module available on the network to use the StructureScan features.
Using the cursor on the StructureScan™ panel The cursor is by default not shown on the StructureScan image. When you position the cursor, the cursor information window and the history bar will be activated. On a SideScan image the left/right distance from the vessel to the cursor are shown at the cursor position. On a DownScan image the depth will be shown at cursor position. To remove the cursor and cursor elements from the panel, press X key or select the Clear cursor option.
Setting up the StructureScan image Range The range setting determines the water depth that is visible on the screen. Auto range When the range is set to Auto the system will automatically set the range depending on the water depth. Preset range levels You can select between several preset range levels. Custom range This option allows you to manually set both upper and lower range limits.
Recording StructureScan data You can record StructureScan data and save the file internally in the Zeus2 Processor unit, or onto an SD card as described in "Recording echosounder data" on page 71.
13 StructureMap The StructureMap™ feature overlays SideScan images from a StructureScan source on the map. This makes it easier to visualize the underwater environment in relation to your position, and aids in interpreting SideScan images. The StructureMap image The example below shows a chart panel with Structure overlay, combined with a traditional SideScan panel.
data is added. When increasing the search range the ping speed of the StructureScan transducer is reduced, but the width and the length of the image history will be increased. Ú Note: Live mode does not save any data. If the unit is turned off, all recent data is lost. Saved files When Saved files are selected, the StructureMap file is overlaid on the map based on position information in the file.
Structure options You adjust the StructureMap settings from the Structure options menu. The menu is available when Structure overlay is enabled. Not all options are available when saved StructureMap files are used as source. Unavailable options are greyed. Range Sets the search range Transparency Sets the opaqueness of the Structure overlay.
14 AIS If an NAIS400, an AI50 or a NMEA 2000 VHF that can do AIS (Automatic Identification System) is connected to the Zeus2 Processor, any targets detected by these devices can be displayed and tracked. You can also see messages and position for DSC transmitting devices within range. AIS targets can be displayed as overlay on radar and chart images, making this feature an important tool for safe travelling and collision avoidance.
Viewing information about AIS targets Searching for AIS items You can search for AIS targets from any panel by using the Find option in the Tools panel. From a chart panel you can search for AIS targets by using the Find option in the menu. If the cursor is active, the system will search for vessels around cursor position. Without an active cursor the system will search for vessels around your vessel's position.
Calling an AIS vessel If the system includes a VHF radio supporting DSC (Digital Select Calling) calls over NMEA 2000, you can initiate a DSC call to other vessels from the Zeus2 Glass Helm system. The call option will be available in the AIS Vessel Details dialog, and in the Vessel status dialog activated from the Tools panel. From the Call dialog you can change channel or cancel the call. The Call dialog will be closed when the connection is established.
If you select the AIS SART icon on the chart panel you will see the AIS MOB details. Ú Note: If the MOB function is already active, this will be terminated and replaced by the new route towards the AIS SART position! Ú Note: If you ignore the alarm, the AIS SART icon remains visible on your chart, and the AIS SART remains in the Vessels list.
Vessel settings Your vessel’s MMSI number You need to have your own MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number entered in the system to receive addressed messages from AIS and DSC vessels. It is also important to have the MMSI number entered to avoid seeing your own vessel as an AIS target on the chart. Ú Note: The Vessel message option in the alarm settings must be toggled on for any MMSI message to be displayed.
Defining dangerous vessels You can define an invisible guard zone around your vessel. When a target comes within this distance, the symbol will change to the “dangerous” target symbol. An alarm will be triggered if activated in the Alarm settings panel. Speed and course indication The extension line can be used to indicate speed and course for targets, either as absolute (true) motion in the chart or relative to your vessel.
15 Instrument panels The instrument panels consists of multiple gauges - analog, digital and bar - that can be customized to display selected data. The instrument panel displays data on dashboards, and you can define up to ten dashboards within the instrument panel. Ú Note: To include fuel/engine information, engine and tank information has to be configured from the Settings panel. Dashboards A set of dashboard styles are predefined to display vessel, navigation, and angler information.
16 Audio If a SonicHub server or a FUSION marine entertainment system is connected to the NMEA 2000 network, you can use the Zeus2 Glass Helm system to control and customize the audio system on your vessel. When connected to a WM-2 or WM-3 Satellite module you can subscribe and include Sirius™ audio on your system. You can also connect a Sirius radio via a FUSION system. Sirius™ audio and weather service covers inland U.S.
The Audio panel You activate the audio panel by activating the audio tile in the Instrument bar. The control buttons, tools and options vary from one audio source to another as described later in this chapter.
Audio tools Icon Tuner VHF Signal strength N/A N/A Playback N/A N/A N/A Select to toggle on/off repeat function. The icon is colored when the function is active. N/A Select to toggle on/off shuffle mode. The icon is colored when the function is active.
Operating the audio system 1. Select the Audio tile in the Instrument bar to activate the Audio overlay 2. Select the options icon and select the audio server 3. Select the source icon to select the audio source - Number of sources depends on active audio server 4. Use the panel buttons to control your audio system For an overview of audio control buttons and tools, refer to "Audio control buttons" on page 90 and "Audio Tools" on page 91.
17 Weather The Zeus2 Glass Helm system includes weather functionality that allows the user to view forecast data overlaid on the chart. This helps gaining a clear understanding of the weather conditions that are likely to appear. The system supports weather data in GRIB format, available for download from various weather service suppliers. The system also supports weather data from SIRIUS Marine Weather Service. This service is available only in North America.
Importing GRIB data The downloaded GRIB data must be imported into memory before it can be used. The file can be imported from any location that can be seen in the file explorer. Ú Note: GRIB data that is imported from an SD card will not be saved in the Zeus2 Processor. The data will be lost when new GRIB data is imported. Select the GRIB file to import the data. The GRIB weather display Imported GRIB weather data can be displayed as an overlay on your chart panel.
GRIB information window The GRIB information window shows the date and time for the GRIB weather forecast, and the selected forecast time in brackets. A negative value in the brackets indicates historic weather data. If you select a position on the chart the information window will expand to include weather details for the selected position. Animating GRIB weather forecast The GRIB data contains forecast information for a set number of days.
Sirius weather display Sirius weather can be displayed as an overlay on your chart panel. When weather overlay is selected, the chart menu will increase to show the available weather options. Key Description 1 Precipitation color shading 2 City forecast icon 3 Wind barb 4 Storm icon 5 SST color bar 6 SST color shading Use the Sirius weather option menu to select which weather symbology that should be displayed and how they should appear on the chart panel.
Wave indication Colors are used to indicate forecasted wave height. The highest waves are dark red, while the lowest are blue. You can define how the color codes are used to identify the wave height. See "Sirius Weather Color Shading" on page 97. Weather icons Several weather icons are available to show current or predicted weather conditions. You can select an icon to display detailed weather information.
Animating Sirius™ weather graphics • • The Zeus2 Processor records the weather information you have turned on, and this information can be used to animate past or future weather conditions. The amount of information available in the system depends on the amount of weather activity; the more complex it is, the less time will be available for animation.
18 Video The video function allows you to view videos or camera sources on your system. Ú Note: The video images will not be shared via the Ethernet network. You can only view the video on the unit connected to the video source. If a FLIR camera is available on the Ethernet network, you can display the video and control the camera from the system. For information about how to connect the camera, see the separate Zeus2 Glass Helm Installation manual.
Ú Note: Only one FLIR camera can be connected to the Ethernet network. When you activate a video panel, the system will start searching the network for a FLIR camera. If the connection later is lost, this will be indicated by a panel key. Select this key to reestablish the connection. When the connection is established the menu will change to include access to FLIR camera control. Ú Note: You can take over camera control from any Zeus2 Processor unit connected to the Ethernet network.
19 Alarms Alarm system The system will continuously check for dangerous situations and system faults while the system is running. When an alarm situation occurs, an alarm message pops up on the screen. An alarm icon is displayed in the status bar, and the status bar pulses the color of the alarm. If you have enabled the siren, the alarm message will be followed by an audible alarm, and the switch for external alarm will go active.
Acknowledging a message The following options are available in the alarm dialog for acknowledging a message: Option Result Close Sets the alarm state to acknowledged, meaning that you are aware of the alarm condition. The siren / buzzer will stop and the alarm dialog will be removed. The alarm will, however, remain active in the alarm listing until the reason for the alarm has been removed. Disable Disables the current alarm setting.
20 Tools The Tools panel includes by default icons used for accessing options and tools that are not specific to any panel. When external equipment is integrated to the Zeus2 Processor, new icons might be added to the Tools panel. These icons are used for accessing the external equipment's features. Waypoints/routes/tracks List of waypoints, routes and tracks with details. Select the waypoint, route or track you wish to edit or delete.
Find Search function for chart items (waypoints, routes, tracks etc.).
21 Simulator The simulation feature lets you see how the unit works in a stationary position and without being connected to echosounder, radar, GPS etc. Use the simulator to become familiar with your unit before using it on the water. When the simulator is toggled on this is indicated in the status bar. Demo mode In this mode the unit automatically runs through the main features of the product; it changes pages automatically, adjusts settings, opens menus etc.
Advanced simulator settings The Advanced simulator settings allows for manually controlling the emulator. GPS source Selects where the GPS data is generated from. Speed, Course and Route Used for manually entering values when GPS source is set to Simulated course or Simulated route. Otherwise, GPS data including speed and course come from the selected source file. Set start position Moves the vessel to current cursor position.
22 Maintenance Preventive maintenance The Zeus2 Processor does not contain any field serviceable components, therefore the operator is required to perform only a very limited amount of preventative maintenance. Checking the connectors The connectors should be checked by visual inspection only. Push the connector plugs into the connector. If the connector plugs are equipped with a lock, ensure that it is in the correct position.
Backing up your system data Different output formats are available for export:Backing up your system data User Data File version 5 This is used to import and export waypoints and routes with a standardized universally unique identifier (UUID), which is very reliable and easy to use. The data includedes such information as the time and date when a route was created etc.
Export region The export region option allows you to select the area from where you want to export data. 1. Drag the boundary box to define the desired region 2. Select the export option from the menu 3. Select the appropriate file format 4. Select the serial port field to start the export Purging waypoints, routes and tracks Deleted waypoints, routes and tracks are stored in the Zeus2 Processor memory until the data is purged.
Index A Active panel 19 Adjusting panel size 21 AIS 82 Calling a vessel 84 DSC 84 Icon filters 86 Icon orientation 87 Information on radar panels 83 Searching for AIS items 83 Target symbols 82 Viewing information about targets 83 AIS SART 84 Alarm message 84 Alarm system 101 Alarms Acknowledging 102 Alarm settings dialog 102 Multiple alarms 101 Single alarm 101 Type of messages 101 Application pages 15 Arrival alarm 42 Arrival radius 42 Audio 89 Control buttons 90 Detaching Sirius 91 Enable 89 Favorite cha
Rock filter 29 Safety depth 29 Shallow water highlight 31 Orientation 25 Overlay 28 Panning 24 Positioning the vessel on the chart panel 25 Saving waypoints 26, 35, 60, 70, 76 Selecting chart type 24 Settings 32 Using the cursor 26 Vessel symbol 24 Coordinate system 43 Cursor assist 26, 60, 69, 76 Customizing your system 21 CZone 16 CZone dashboard 17 Edit 17 D Dangerous vessels 87 Dashboards 88 DCT 55 Demo mode 105 Dialog boxes 19 Display illumination 18 E Easy Routing 36 Example 37 EBL/VRM markers 63 Echo
Delete a MOB mark 20 Positioning a MOB mark 20 Measuring distance 69, 76 Menus 19 MMSI number 86 N Navigate 41 Arrival alarm 42 Arrival radius 42 Datum 43 Methodes 42 Great cirsle 42 Rhumb lines 42 Navigate a route 41 To cursor position 41 With autopilot 41 Navigate a route Cancel navigation 41 Navigation settings 42 Network echosounder 73 NMEA 0183 Data logging 107 NMEA 0183 Exporting log file 107 Noice rejection 71 O Operation 12 General 10 Mouse 13 Touch screen 11 ZC1 10 Overlay downscan 73 P Pages Selec
Precipitation 96 Sea Surface Temperature (SST) 96 Status panel 95 Tropical statements 97 Wave indication 97 Weather icons 97 Software upgrade 107 SonicHub 89 Speaker zones 91 Speakers 91 Speed and course indication 87 Split pages 15 Pre-configured 16 Standby mode 18 STC curve 62 StructureMap 72, 79 Activate 79 Image 79 Live source 79 Mapping cards 80 Options 81 Saved files 80 Sources 79 Tips 80 StructureScan 75 Advanced settings 77 Auto range 77 Contrast 77 Conververt data to StructureMap format 80 Custom r
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