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Raychart 420/ 420D Chartplotter Owner’s Handbook Document number: 81162_2 Date: January 2000
i RayChart 420 and 420D Chartplotter Owner’s Handbook SAFETY NOTICES 1. HIGH VOLTAGE. The display unit contains high voltages. Adjustments require specialised service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians – there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the display unit cover or attempt to service the equipment. 2. NAVIGATION AID. This device is only an aid to navigation.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter ii RAYTHEON MARINE products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives.
Preface iii Preface This handbook covers the RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter manufactured by Raytheon Marine Company. It contains very important information on the installation and operation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best results in operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly. Raytheon’s Product Support representatives or your authorised dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have.
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Table of Contents v Contents Preface ................................................................................................ iii Warranty ................................................................................... iii EMC Conformance .................................................................... iii Chapter 1: Overview ......................................................................... 1-1 1.1 Introduction .......................................................................
vi RayChart 420/420D Chapter 3: Operation ........................................................................ 3-1 3.1 Introduction ............................................................................. 3-1 3.2 Working with waypoints ........................................................... Introduction ............................................................................. Placing a waypoint ................................................................... Selecting a waypoint ......
Table of Contents vii 3.7 Using tracks ........................................................................... 3-27 Clearing the current track ........................................................ 3-29 SmartRoute ............................................................................ 3-29 3.8 Man Overboard (MOB) .......................................................... 3-29 3.9 Alarms ...................................................................................
viii RayChart 420/420D Chapter 5: Installation ...................................................................... 5-1 5.1 Introduction ............................................................................. 5-1 EMC Installation Guidelines ..................................................... 5-1 Suppression ferrites .................................................................. 5-2 Connections to other equipment ................................................ 5-2 5.
Table of Contents ix How to contact Raytheon Marine (Europe) ................................ 6-5 For accessories and parts...................................................... 6-5 For technical support ........................................................... 6-5 Appendix A: Specification ................................................................ A-1 Appendix B: NMEA data .................................................................... B-1 Appendix C: List of abbreviations ..................
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Chapter 1: Overview 1-1 Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 Introduction How this Handbook is organised This handbook describes the RayChart 420 Chartplotter. The handbook is organised as follows: Chapter 1 - Overview (this chapter) provides an overview of the features and functions of the RayChart 420 Chartplotter. You should read this chapter to familiarise yourself with the chartplotter. Chapter 2 - Getting Started provides an overview of the controls. It also explains how to start using the chartplotter.
1-2 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter General The RayChart 420 Chartplotter is waterproof and can be installed either above or below deck. The equipment comprises: • 6 in LCD display with Chartholder compartment for a Navionics® Nav-Chart electronic chart card • GPS receiver (RC420) or Differential/GPS (dGPS) receiver (RC420D) The RayChart 420 Chartplotter can output GPS and Waypoint data (SOG and COG) to operate with other equipment, eg.
Chapter 1: Overview 1-3 The chartplotter screen can also show additional information, depending on your currently selected options, set up selections and data available from other equipment. An example chart display in its default configuration, with a chart card installed, is shown in Section 1.3, Operating controls. Several functions are available to control the display as follows: • Zoom in/out • Pan the Display. • Centre the Chart around the Vessel.
1-4 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter Status Bar MOB GOTO 128 nm CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W EXETER TOPSHAM TEIGNMOUTH EXMOUTH ENPORT TORQUAY PLYMOUTH DARTMOUTH BRG RNG 231°T 40.
Chapter 1: Overview 1-5 The cursor is context-sensitive. Some items on the screen, such as waypoints and chart objects have information associated with them. When you place the cursor over such objects, the information is displayed in the status bar. In addition, a function bar is displayed for certain items. For example, when you place the cursor over a waypoint, the waypoint data is displayed in the status bar and the waypoint options function is displayed.
1-6 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter Pop-up menus Pop-up menus usually provide various options. When a pop-up menu is on-screen, a set of associated functions is also displayed. Use the trackpad to select an option from the menu, then use the appropriate function to set the option, eg. you can specify the radius of the waypoint arrival alarm and you can set selected navigation data on/off. Database lists The waypoints and routes that you create on the chartplotter are stored in database lists.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-1 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.1 Introduction This chapter provides information, instructions and a simple exercise to allow you to practice using the RayChart 420 Chartplotter. It is intended to help you become familiar with the controls before you start using the chartplotter for routine navigation. Note: There is often more than one method of performing a particular task. Normal operating procedures are detailed in Chapter 3.
2-2 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 2.2 Switching on/off This section explains how to switch the chartplotter on and off. ä To turn the chartplotter display unit on, press the POWER key. The keys light up, the display unit beeps and the RayChart logo is displayed, followed by the following warning: WARNING THE ELECTRONIC CHART IS AN AID TO NAVIGATION DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE USE OF AUTHORISED GOVERNMENT CHARTS, NOT TO REPLACE THEM.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-3 The last-used control is highlighted in inverse video. 2. Press the trackpad left/right to select the LIGHTS function. 3. Press the trackpad top/bottom to increase or decrease the lighting to one of four levels. You can press and hold the trackpad to change the setting more rapidly. The lighting level is adjusted as you change the setting. 4. Press the trackpad right to select the contrast control. There are 16 contrast levels.
2-4 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 2. Press trackpad left/right to highlight SYSTEM SET UP and press ENTER to display the System Set Up menu. 3. Use trackpad up/down to highlight the SIMULATOR option . 4. Use trackpad left/right to select ON. 5. If necessary, use trackpad up/down to highlight, in turn, the SIMULATED SOG and COG options and trackpad left/right to set as required . These set Speed in 1Kt intervals and Course in 1° intervals, respectively. 6. Press CLEAR twice to return to the chart screen.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-5 From Chart Display Press PAGE to display Set Up functions PAGE 128 nm Press CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W EXETER TOPSHAM TEIGNMOUTH EXMOUTH ENPORT TORQUAY PLYMOUTH DARTMOUTH 06.23 21.34 ISLE O HARBOUR Press SALCOMBE PAGE CAP DE LA HAGUE to return to Set Up functions SUNSET 231°T 40.91nm PORTLAND PAGE SUNRISE BRG RNG to display CDI ALDERNEY GUERNSEY JERSEY PORTB TODAY AT POSITION (USER SELECTED) SYSTEM SETUP 50°45 .
2-6 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter Moving around the chart You will normally operate the chartplotter with the chart showing your vessel’s current location. In the default North-Up orientation, the vessel moves in relation to the screen. You will need to reposition the chart if your vessel moves out of the area currently displayed, or if you wish to examine or place waypoints in another area. Alternatively, you can home the cursor onto the vessel using the FIND SHIP function.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-7 Changing the chart scale The RANGE key allows you to change the chart scale so that you can see a smaller or larger area on the screen. Plotter mode is available to allow you to zoom into a smaller area, even when no chart data is available for that scale. To enable plotter mode, see Chapter 4, Setting Up the Chartplotter. You can change the chart scale for two purposes: • To see either more detail (of a smaller area) or a larger area (in less detail) .
2-8 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 128 nm CSR 48°30.367'N POS 1°35.636'W EXETER TOPSHAM TEIGNMOUTH EXMOUTH ENPORT TORQUAY PLYMOUTH DARTMOUTH BRG RNG 231°T 40.91nm PORTLAND ISLE O HARBOUR SALCOMBE Chart Boundary Indicates further detail is available inside. Shown when using Navionics® Nav-Chart card. CAP DE LA HAGUE ALDERNEY GUERNSEY JERSEY FIND SHIP ROUTES PORTB WAYPOINTS D4705_1 4.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-9 The chart scale in use is indicated in the status bar; the number represents the distance (in nautical miles) displayed from the top to the bottom of the screen. To obtain Navionics Nav-Chart cards contact your local dealer or: Navionics S.p.A. Via Vespucci 289 55049Viareggio, Italy Tel: (+39) 584 961696 Fax: (+39) 584 961309 website: www.navionics.
2-10 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter Removing a Nav-Chart card CAUTION: DO NOT use a metallic instrument, eg. a screwdriver or pliers, to aid removal as doing so can cause irreparable damage. ä To remove a Nav-Chart card: 1. Pull out the cartridge cover at the right hand side of the unit. 2. Grip the card firmly and pull to remove it from its slot. 3. To prevent the ingress of water , replace the cartridge cover.
Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-11 ä To obtain port services information: 1. Place the cursor over the port symbol for which you require information. The PORT SERVICES function, together with help text, is displayed: D4707_1 2. To view further details, press ENTER. The details available are listed onscreen in an object information pop-up: INFORMATION FUEL GENERAL SERVICES FIRST AID OTHER UTILITIES WATER REPAIR D4708_1 3.
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Chapter 3: Operation 3-1 Chapter 3: Operation 3.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use the chart functions to navigate with your RayChart 420.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-2 All waypoints in the database are displayed on the screen, unless you set SHOW WAYPOINTS to OFF in the Chart Set Up menu, as described in Chapter 4. You can select a waypoint, either on-screen or from the list, for editing. The waypoint is usually placed at the cursor position and can be part of a route; you can also place a waypoint at the vessel’s current position. You can place waypoints before you install the chartplotter on your vessel.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-3 PLACE WAYPOINT MOVE CURSOR, "ENTER"TO PLACE WAYPOINT, "CLEAR" TO QUIT 2. Place the cursor in the required position on the chart and press ENTER to place the waypoint. The waypoint is added to the waypoint list and named using the next available number. The waypoint functions remain displayed so that you can place further waypoints. If required, use EDIT WAYPOINT to name the waypoint as described in Editing Waypoints below. 3. When finished placing waypoints, press CLEAR.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-4 Selecting a waypoint Positioning the cursor over a waypoint selects that waypoint and accesses the WAYPOINT OPTIONS function bar. This enables you to go to (described in Section 3.4), edit (symbol, name, position), erase or move the waypoint. Selecting a waypoint from the Waypoint List allows you to go to and edit (symbol, name, position, erase) the waypoint. The Waypoint List also provides options to make a new waypoint and transfer waypoints.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-5 Waypoint data display Waypoint data can be viewed in two ways: you can use the cursor to select the waypoint to display the waypoint data in the status bar at the top of the screen, or you can view waypoint details on the waypoint list. ä To display waypoint data: Move the cursor over the waypoint. The waypoint data is displayed in the status bar, indicating waypoint number/name, bearing and range.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-6 4. To edit the symbol, select EDIT SYMBOL. D4674_1 5. Use trackpad left/right to highlight the required symbol , then press ENTER. ä To edit a waypoint using the Waypoint List: 1. From chart mode, press ENTER; the primary function bar is displayed. 2. Using trackpad left/right, select WAYPOINTS. 3. Select WAYPOINT LIST. The Waypoint List is displayed, with its associated function bar: 4. Select EDIT WAYPOINT; the waypoint edit functions are displayed: 5.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-7 Erasing a waypoint Note: You cannot erase a waypoint that is the target waypoint or waypoints that are also used in any saved route(s). If you try to erase a waypoint that is used in a saved route you are warned “WAYPOINT IS USED IN ROUTE(S) AND CANNOT BE ERASED” ä To delete a waypoint using the cursor: 1. Place the cursor over the waypoint; see Selecting a waypoint above. 2. Select ERASE WAYPOINT. A warning box appears. Press ENTER to erase or CLEAR to retain.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-8 ä To move a waypoint using the Waypoint Edit functions: 1. Select the waypoint using the Waypoint List as described above. The waypoint functions are displayed. 2. To edit the waypoint position proceed as previously described in Editing the Waypoint Details. 3.3 Working with routes A route is made up of a series of waypoints (maximum 50). To make a route you place a series of waypoints on the chart.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-9 3. Select MORE to see more functions: 4. Select MORE again to return to the first level functions. 5. Press CLEAR to return to chart mode. Creating a new route Note: If there is a current route on screen, it is cleared when you select MAKE ROUTE. If you are following the current route you are prompted to STOP FOLLOW. Press ENTER to continue or CLEAR to abandon route creation. If the route has not been saved you are prompted to save it.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-10 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have placed all your waypoints. You can have up to 50 waypoints in a route. Any existing waypoint(s) can be included by placing the cursor on the waypoint(s). 7. When you have entered all your waypoints, press GOTO to complete the route. Your route is displayed on the screen and is the current route, but is not active, ie. not being followed. 8. Select MORE to access the SAVE ROUTE function, or ENTER to return to chart mode.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-11 5. Press ENTER to finish and clear the Route List, then press CLEAR to return to the chart mode. Clearing the current route from the screen To clear the current route from the screen, select CLEAR ROUTE. If the current route has not been saved, you are prompted to save it. ä To clear the current route from the screen: 1. Select ROUTES or place the cursor over a route leg until the leg data is displayed in the Status Bar. 2.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-12 Displaying route leg and waypoint information ä To display information about a route leg, move the cursor over the leg until its data is displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen. To remove the data, move the cursor away from the route leg or press CLEAR. ä To display information about a route waypoint, move the cursor over the waypoint until its pop-up data box is displayed. To remove the data, move the cursor away from the waypoint or press CLEAR.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-13 • Move a Waypoint (as described in Section 3.2) • Reverse a Route Any changes you make to the route affect only the current route, so you need to save the route if you want to keep the changes. Inserting/deleting waypoints in a route ä To add a waypoint to the end of a route: Note: If no current route is displayed, select a route from the Route List and use the SHOW ROUTE function to make it active, see Retrieving a route from the database. 1.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-14 6. Press CLEAR again to remove the function bar and route leg data. The new waypoint is temporarily added to the waypoint list and named with the first available waypoint number. The waypoints in the current route are renumbered to identify the new positions. ä To remove a waypoint from the route using the cursor: 1. Place the cursor over the waypoint; see Selecting a waypoint in Section 3.2.. The Waypoint functions are displayed. 2.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-15 2. Select MORE to display the second level GOTO functions: 3. Select MORE to return to the first level functions. 4. Press CLEAR to return to the chart screen. Note: The functions differ if a FOLLOW or GOTO is already in progress (see Stop Follow or Stop Goto). Follow a route Note: If a route has been reversed or if a route on screen was being followed but stopped before completion, the target waypoint – outlined by a square box – may be different to when the route was created.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-16 The current route is reversed on the screen and the waypoints are renumbered. ä To follow the reversed route: 4. Press the GOTO key. The Goto/Follow functions are displayed. 5. Press FOLLOW ROUTE. Your vessel’s current position becomes the origin and the first waypoint in the reversed route becomes the target waypoint. The function bar is removed.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-17 2. Press ENTER and select FOLLOW FROM HERE. FOLLOW FROM HERE EDIT WAYPOINT REMOVE WAYPOINT MOVE WAYPOINT D4687_1 Your vessel follows the route, using the selected waypoint as the target. 3. To return to chart mode, move the cursor away from the waypoint or press CLEAR. Advance to a waypoint When following a route you can advance to the next waypoint, even if you have not reached the current target waypoint. ä To advance to a waypoint: 1.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-18 Going to an individual target Rather than following a route, you can go directly to a selected target. This can be an existing waypoint, a port or the current cursor position. Go to a waypoint ä To navigate directly to an existing waypoint: 1. From the normal chart display either: a) Use the trackpad to position the cursor over the required waypoint until the waypoint options function is displayed: ...
Chapter 3: Operation 3-19 Go to cursor Note: If navigation is currently in progress or if the cursor is homed (Find Ship) it is not possible to go to cursor. ä To navigate directly to the current cursor position: 1. Press the GOTO key and select GOTO CURSOR. The GOTO CURSOR function now has help text appended to it: GOTO CURSOR MOVE CURSOR, "ENTER" TO START GOTO CURSOR, "CLEAR" TO QUIT D4691_1 2. Use the trackpad to position the cursor as required. 3.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-20 3. Use trackpad up/down to select the required destination and press ENTER to start the GoTo, or CLEAR to cancel the operation. The operation is conducted in the same manner as for GO TO PORT above. Stop follow or stop goto ä To stop following the route or target point: 1. Either press the GOTO key or move the cursor over the target waypoint. 2.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-21 CDI display The CDI display shows Cross Track Error (XTE) and distance to waypoint presented in a ‘runway’ format: D4700_1 The ‘runway’ represents a 0.3nm width with the vessel symbol shown at the bottom. Bearing to Waypoint, Distance to Waypoint, Time to Go (TTG), Course Over Ground (COG) and Speed Over Ground (SOG) are also shown. Time to Go is calculated on the basis of distance to destination and Speed Over Ground (SOG) towards the destination.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-22 BDI display The BDI display shows deviation from the bearing to waypoint and distance to waypoint. Cross track Error, Bearing to Waypoint, Distance to Waypoint, Time to Go, COG and SOG are also shown. Time to Go is calculated on the basis of distance to destination and velocity made good towards destination. D4701_1 The line to the waypoint symbol is shown at an angle equal to the difference between the COG and the Bearing to Waypoint.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-23 Waypoint data The Waypoint Data display comprises text data occupying the whole screen : ROUTE ROUTE 01 WAYPOINT WPT 001 BRG 234° T RNG 12.4 nm COG 230° T TIME 13:29 SOG 6.8 Kts TTG 01:03 XTE 0.5 nm ETA 14:32 12/12/99 12/12/99 STEER STARBOARD D4702_1 If a route is not selected, the ROUTE field displays NO ROUTE. The WAYPOINT field shows the name of the waypoint. If the waypoint is part of a route then the title field includes the waypoint index in the route.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-24 If no GOTO or follow is in progress, the steering instruction is NO TARGET, no steering arrows are shown, but the rhumb line indicator is shown. The graphical XTE indication places arrows either side of the rhumb line indicator and pointing towards it, dependent on the value of XTE. The first arrow is shown when the XTE reaches 0.01nm, the second at .05nm and subsequently at 0.1nm intervals .
Chapter 3: Operation 3-25 Time/Date Data The Time/Date display comprises text data occupying the whole screen: SUNRISE 06.23 SUNSET 21.34 TODAY AT POSITION (USER SELECTED) 50°45 .000 N 001°06 .000 W (c) TIME 12:34 DATE 26/01/99 ETA (WAYPOINT) 13:37 TTG (WAYPOINT) 01:03 ETA (ROUTE) 14:32 TTG (ROUTE) 34:03 26/01/99 27/01/99 STEER STARBOARD D4704-1 Textual data provides Sunrise and Sunset time, Current Time/ Date, Waypoint and Route arrival times plus the XTE indicator.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-26 3.6 Transferring waypoints and routes Displayed waypoints Waypoints and routes can be received and transmitted via NMEA, see also Chapter 5, Section 5.4, Connecting to other equipment. The NMEA link could be to a PC. Managing database lists The SEND WAYPOINTS function sends all waypoints in the Waypoint List and all routes in the Route List. Sending the Waypoint List does not affect current routes. Note: Sending the Waypoint List includes waypoints in an unsaved route.
Chapter 3: Operation 3-27 7. To stop waypoint transfer, press ENTER. ä To receive waypoints and route lists: 1. Display the Waypoint List as previously described, then select WPT/ROUTE TRANSFER. 2. Select RECEIVE WAYPOINTS and press ENTER; the text changes to STOP RECEIVING and remains selected. 3. Initiate sending waypoints on the NMEA compatible equipment. 4. To stop waypoint transfer, press ENTER.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-28 The following instructions assume that the track functions are displayed. Setting up a track Use the track functions to switch the track on and to specify the interval at which track points are placed. The time interval between track points can be set to 1s, 10s, 30s, 1min, 10min or 30 minutes. The distance spacing between track points can be set to 0.05nm, 0.1nm, 0.5nm or 1nm. The maximum track length is 2000 points.
Chapter 3: Operation ä 3-29 To set up a track: 1. Select the INTERVAL function. Use trackpad up/down to select the appropriate options to set either a time interval or a distance interval; press up to increase the interval or down to decrease the interval. 2. Use trackpad left/right to select TRACK ON and press ENTER. The TRACK ON text changes to indicate TRACK OFF. Your vessel’s track is displayed on-screen with a line joining the points at the selected interval.
RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3-30 • Marks the current position as a temporary waypoint with an MOB symbol which replaces any current active waypoint and route. • Displays the MOB data box, showing the bearing and range to the MOB position, the elapsed time since the MOB was initiated and COG data. • Sends an MOB message, including bearing and range, to other units in the system, via NMEA.
Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-1 Chapter 4: Setting up the chartplotter 4.1 Introduction When you have installed your system and are familiar with its basic operation, you may wish to set it up to operate according to your requirements and display information according to your preferences. This is achieved using the function controls which are displayed when you press the PAGE key. These settings can be changed at any time.
4-2 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 3. Use trackpad up/down to move the highlight up or down the list. 4. When the required parameter is highlighted, use trackpad left/right to step through the settings. 5. When you have reset to the required values, press ENTER to implement the change and return to the set up function bar. 6. Press CLEAR to clear the function bar and return to the chart display.
Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-3 Menu Options Factory Default DATE FORMAT DD/MM/YY MM/DD/YY DD/MM/YY TIME OFFSET UTC or local offset value up to ±13 hours in 1-hr steps UTC LANGUAGE MULTI-LANGUAGE ENGLISH SIMULATOR OFF/ON OFF SIMULATED SOG 00 Kt to 99 Kt in 1 Kt steps 00 Kt SIMULATED COG 000° to 359° in 1° steps 000° New Setting Bearing mode The mode (MAGnetic or TRUE) of all the bearing and heading data displayed.
4-4 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter Time offset If you wish to display local time, use the trackpad to change from UTC to the required time offset. This can be up to plus or minus 13 hours, in 1 hour steps. The default is UTC. Language Select the language in which you wish information to be displayed. The selected language is used for screen text, labels, menus and options. Chart text, provided by the chart card, is not affected.
Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-5 The Default value is zero and the selected value is retained on power down. If the simulator is switched OFF, the value is shown as dashes and no adjustment is possible. 4.3 Chart set up parameters The CHART SET UP function allows you to set up the chartplotter according to your system configuration and your personal preferences. ä To set the Chart default parameters: 1. Press the PAGE key to display the SET UP functions: 2.
4-6 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter The following table lists the Chart Set up parameters and their options, shows the factory default setting and provides a space for you to make a note of your new default setting. Each parameter is described in the following subsections.
Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-7 Orientation The chart orientation is normally North Up, but can be changed to Course Up or Head Up. The orientation modes give the following displays: • North Up: The chart is displayed with north upwards. This is the default mode and is the only mode available if there is no COG data.
4-8 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter Autozoom will not zoom in beyond the largest cartographic scale (see also Plotter Mode). When in MOB mode, Autozoom is selected automatically and will zoom in as far as possible, irrespective of the selection of Plotter Mode. Unless MOB is active Autozoom will not be activated if there is no cartridge or if the area being viewed is not covered by the cartridge.
Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-9 Chart boundaries When ON, Chart boundary lines are shown on the screen. The selected setting is retained when the unit switched off. Depth contours <5M When ON, depth contours less than 5 metres are shown. The selected setting is retained when the unit switched off. Depth contours 10M When ON, depth contours of 10 metres are shown. The selected setting is retained when the unit switched off.
4-10 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 4.4 GPS setup The GPS set up page provides information for the status of the tracked navigation satellites plus HDOP and satellite Fix Status. It also provides the ability to set up a Differential GPS (RC420D), by manually retuning it to a different differential beacon. ä To select GPS Set Up: 1. Press the PAGE key to display the SET UP functions: 2. Use the trackpad to highlight the GPS SET UP function and press ENTER to display the GPS SET UP menu.
Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-11 The D-GPS SET UP function is also displayed, together with help text: ä To tune a differential GPS to another beacon: 1. Press ENTER; the Differential GPS Setup menu is displayed: 2. Using vertical trackpad movements, select MODE. 3. Using horizontal trackpad movements, alternates between MAN and AUTO; select MAN to set the beacon to manual tuning. 4.
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Chapter 5: Installation 5-1 Chapter 5: Installation 5.1 Introduction This chapter provides instructions to assist in planning the installation of the RayChart 420 Chartplotter aboard your vessel. Note: If you wish to practice using the RayChart 420 before installation, you can connect it, via a 1A quick blow fuse, to a 12Vdc power supply and operate it using the simulator mode, as described in Chapter 2 Getting Started.
5-2 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter • If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be removed. If the ferrite needs to be removed during installation it must be reassembled in the same position. Suppression ferrites The following illustration shows typical cable suppression ferrites fitted to Raytheon equipment. Always use the ferrites supplied by Raytheon.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-3 Items Missing? If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your Raytheon dealer or our Product Support Department to obtain replacement parts. Please note that missing or damaged items cannot be replaced without proof of purchase. Registering this Product When you have checked that you have all of the listed components, please take the time to complete the pre-paid warranty registration card.
5-4 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter • Environment: The unit should be protected from physical damage, heat sources and excessive vibration. Although the unit is waterproof, it is good practice to mount it in a protected area away from prolonged and direct exposure to rain and/or salt spray. The dimensions of the unit, including the bracket, are shown in the following diagram. 90 mm (3.5 in) 170mm (6.7in) 153 mm (6.0 in) 165 mm (6.5 in) 125 mm (4.9 in) 112 mm (4.4 in) MOB GO TO PAGE 80 mm (3.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-5 5.4 Connecting to other equipment The unit transmits navigation and waypoint data on NMEA and, therefore, can be connected to an NMEA(1) compatible autopilot or compatible instrument repeater(s). The navigation data transmitted by the chartplotter is detailed in Appendix B to this handbook. (1) National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) 0183 interconnection standard, Version 2.3 April 1998. 5.
5-6 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter The unit can be panel mounted, using the panel-mounting kit (accessory) available from your local Raytheon dealer. ä Panel mount the unit as follows: 1. Check the selected location for the unit. A clear, flat area at least 175mm (7in) wide by 190mm (7½in) high, with at least 90mm (3½in) of clearance behind the panel, is required. 2. Unpack the (optional) panel-mounting kit. 3.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-7 5.6 Cabling Introduction The following points need to be considered before installing the system cables: • The minimum requirements are a power cable and a connection from the associated GPS. Additional cables will be required if you are connecting to other equipment. • All cables should be adequately cleated and protected from physical damage and exposure to heat. Avoid running cables through bilges or doorways, or close to moving or hot objects.
5-8 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter GPS Function Color +12V dc Red 0V dc Black Ground I/O White Data in from GPS Green Data out to GPS Yellow POWER/NMEA connector CAUTION: If you do not have a breaker in your power circuit, you must fit an in-line 1A quick-blow fuse to the positive (red) lead of the power cable. This unit is not intended for use on positive ground vessels.
Chapter 5: Installation 5-9 The dc power and NMEA inputs/outputs should be connected to the POWER/NMEA connector at the rear of the RayChart 420. The connector pin functions are detailed in the following table. Function Color Battery negative Black Battery positive (10.0Vdc to 18.
5-10 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter System Check Before performing the functional test, check that: • All securing bolts are fully tightened and mechanical locking arrangements as specified are in place. • All connections have been made. • All connecting wires are secured and protected as necessary. Initial Switch On To switch on the display unit, press and hold the POWER key until the unit beeps. If necessary, adjust the lighting and contrast (see Chapter 2).
Chapter 5: Installation 5-11 Checking the Chartplotter Operation To confirm that your chartplotter is operating correctly, perform the following checks: 1. Without a Navionics Microchart® card fitted, verify that the world map is visible. 2. Press the trackpad left/right, up/down and check cursor movement and normal scrolling action. 3. Insert a Navionics Microchart® card for the area of your vessel. Use the RANGE key to zoom-in to check that the new chart cartridge is being displayed. 4.
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Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-1 Chapter 6: Maintenance & fault finding This chapter provides information on routine maintenance and on possible causes of problems you may experience with your RayChart 420 Chartplotter. 6.1 Maintenance Warnings The chartplotter contains high voltage and specialised circuits only accessible to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments and the operator should not attempt to service the equipment.
6-2 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter Always report any EMC-related problem to your nearest Raytheon dealer. We use such information to improve our quality standards. In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment from being affected by external influences. In general this will not damage the equipment but it can lead to spurious resetting action, or momentarily may result in faulty operation. 6.
Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-3 6.3 Problem solving Prior to packing and shipping, all Raytheon products are subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programmes. However, if this unit should develop a fault, please refer to the following table to identify the most likely cause and the corrective action required to restore normal operation.
6-4 RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter 6.4 Worldwide support In the first instance, contact the authorised distributor in your own country. A list of worldwide distributors is supplied with your system. Or visit the Raytheon World Wide Web site: www.raymarine.com How to contact Raytheon Marine (US) For accessories and parts Many Raytheon accessory items and parts can be obtained directly from your authorized Raytheon dealer.
Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-5 In the event that repairs can not be obtained conveniently, product service may also be obtained by returning the unit to Raytheon’s Product Repair Center using the prepaid UPS shipping tag supplied with your unit to: Raytheon Product Repair Center 22 Cotton Road Unit H Nashua, NH 03063 The Product Repair Center is open Monday through Friday 8:15am. to 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time. All products returned to the Repair Center are registered upon receipt.
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Appendix A: Specification A-1 Appendix A: Specification CE Y2K Conforms to 89/336/EEC(EMC), EN60945:1997 Compliant Size 184mm (7.3in) x 168mm (6.7in) x 75mm (3in), excluding trunnion Weight 0.75 kg (1.65 lb) Environmental Waterproofing Temp Range Temp Range Humidity Mounting Trunnion (yoke) or panel Power Input 10.0Vdc to 18.0Vdc 12Vdc nominal Consumption - Typical <9.
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Appendix B: NMEA Data B-1 Appendix B: NMEA data Connector Received Transmitted POWER/NMEA GGA, GSV, GSA, GLL, VTG, MSS, WPL, RTE, GGA, GSV, GSA, GLL, VTG, MSS, WPL, RTE XTE, APB, BWR, MSK Connector Received Transmitted GPS GGA, GSU, GSA, GLL, VTG, MSS MSK
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Appendix C: List of abbreviations C-1 Appendix C: List of abbreviations BDI Bearing Deviation Indicator BTW Bearing To Waypoint CDI Course Deviation Indicator COG Course Over Ground. The actual direction of your vessel’s movement over the ground. dGPS Differential Global Positioning System DTG Distance To Go EMC Electro-Magnetic Compatibility ETA Estimated Time of Arrival GPS Global Positioning System HDOP Horizontal Dilution Of Precision.
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Installation Template T-1 Installation Template RayChart 420 template TOP 164.2 mm (6.46 in) Drill hole 5 mm (3/16") diameter (4 positions) Cut out shaded area only Drill hole 6 mm (1/4") diameter (4 positions) Drill hole 10 mm (3/8") diameter (4 positions) 125 mm (4.
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Limited Warranty Certificate Raytheon Marine Company warrants each new Light Marine/Dealer Distributor Product to be of good materials and workmanship, and will repair or exchange any parts proven to be defective in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 years/24 months from date of sale to end user, except as provided below. Defects will be corrected by Raytheon Marine Company or an authorized Raytheon dealer.
D4795-1 Factory Service Centers United States of America Raytheon Marine Company Recreational Products 22 Cotton Road, Suite 280 Nashua NH 03063-4219, USA Telephone +1 603 881 5200 Fax +1 603 864 4756 www.raymarine.com Sales & Order Services +1 800 539 5539 Ext. 2333 or +1 603 881 5200 Ext. 2333 Technical Support +1 800 539 5539 Ext. 2444 or +1 603 881 5200 Ext. 2444 Product Repair Center +1 800 539 5539 Ext.
