User manual

Important Information

This equipment is not approved for use by SOLAS convention vessels within

the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

It is intended for use by leisure craft and other non-SOLAS vessels wishing to

participate within GMDSS

Safety Warnings

Do not use the sensor as a grab-handle

This instrument is for use as an aid to sailors and should not lead to a reduction

in the level of good seamanship required at all times

Reception of messages cannot always be guaranteed as this depends on local

radio propagation

The correct magnetic variation must be input at the navigation instruments (e.g.

GPS, electronic compass) for the accurate display of COG, set, waypoint

bearing and heading.

The technical data, information and illustrations contained in this publication were to the

best of our knowledge correct at the time of going to print. We reserve the right to change

specifications, equipment, installation and maintenance instructions without notice as

part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement. No part of this

publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form,

electronic or otherwise without permission in writing from McMurdo. No liability can be

accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication, although every care has

been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.