Raymarine Chartplotter User Manual

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Chapter 1: Overview 1-1Chapter 1: Overview1.1 IntroductionHow this Handbook is organisedThis handbook describes the RayChart 420 Chartplotter.The han

1-2RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterGeneralThe RayChart 420 Chartplotter is waterproof and can be installed either aboveor below deck. The equipment comp

Chapter 1: Overview 1-3The chartplotter screen can also show additional information, depending onyour currently selected options, set up selections an

1-4RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterPA GEGOTOMOBCLEARENTERD4667_1TOPSHAMEXETERTEIGNMOUTHEXMOUTHTORQUAYDARTMOUTHPLYMOUTHENPORTSALCOMBEPORTLANDHARBOURISLE

Chapter 1: Overview 1-5The cursor is context-sensitive. Some items on the screen, such as waypointsand chart objects have information associated with

1-6RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterPop-up menusPop-up menus usually provide various options. When a pop-up menu ison-screen, a set of associated functio

Raychart 420/420DChartplotterOwner’sHandbookDocument number: 81162_2Date: January 2000

Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-1Chapter 2: Getting started2.1 IntroductionThis chapter provides information, instructions and a simple exercise to allo

2-2RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter2.2 Switching on/offThis section explains how to switch the chartplotter on and off.To turn the chartplotter display

Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-3The last-used control is highlighted in inverse video.2. Press the trackpad left/right to select the LIGHTS function.3.

2-4RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter2. Press trackpad left/right to highlight SYSTEM SET UP and press ENTERto display the System Set Up menu.3. Use track

Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-5 50°45 .000 N001°06 .000 W (c)COG 230° TSOG 6.8 KtsWAYPOINT 001POSITIONSTEER STARBOARDBRG 234° T GPS F

2-6RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterMoving around the chartYou will normally operate the chartplotter with the chart showing your vessel’scurrent locatio

Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-7Changing the chart scaleThe RANGE key allows you to change the chart scale so that you can see asmaller or larger area o

2-8RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterTOPSHAMEXETERTEIGNMOUTHEXMOUTHTORQUAYDARTMOUTHPLYMOUTHENPORTSALCOMBEPORTLANDHARBOURISLE OCAP DELA HAGUEALDERNEYGUERNS

Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-9The chart scale in use is indicated in the status bar; the number represents thedistance (in nautical miles) displayed f

2-10RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterRemoving a Nav-Chart cardCAUTION:DO NOT use a metallic instrument, eg. a screwdriver or pliers, to aidremoval as doi

Chapter 2: Getting Started 2-11To obtain port services information:1. Place the cursor over the port symbol for which you require information.The PORT

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Chapter 3: Operation 3-1Chapter 3: Operation3.1 IntroductionThis chapter explains how to use the chart functions to navigate with yourRayChart 420. I

3-2RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterAll waypoints in the database are displayed on the screen, unless you setSHOW WAYPOINTS to OFF in the Chart Set Up me

Chapter 3: Operation 3-3PLACEWAYPOINTMOVE CURSOR, "ENTER"TO PLACEWAYPOINT, "CLEAR" TO QUIT2. Place the cursor in the required posi

3-4RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterSelecting a waypointPositioning the cursor over a waypoint selects that waypoint and accesses theWAYPOINT OPTIONS fu

Chapter 3: Operation 3-5Waypoint data displayWaypoint data can be viewed in two ways: you can use the cursor to select thewaypoint to display the wayp

3-6RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter4. To edit the symbol, select EDIT SYMBOL.D4674_15. Use trackpad left/right to highlight the required symbol , then p

Chapter 3: Operation 3-7Erasing a waypointNote: You cannot erase a waypoint that is the target waypoint or waypointsthat are also used in any saved ro

3-8RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterTo move a waypoint using the Waypoint Edit functions:1. Select the waypoint using the Waypoint List as described abov

iRayChart 420 and 420DChartplotterOwner’s HandbookSAFETY NOTICES1. HIGH VOLTAGE.The display unit contains high voltages. Adjustments require speciali

Chapter 3: Operation 3-9 3. Select MORE to see more functions: 4. Select MORE again to return to the first level functions.5. Pr

3-10RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have placed all your waypoints. You canhave up to 50 waypoints in a route. Any exi

Chapter 3: Operation 3-115. Press ENTER to finish and clear the Route List, then press CLEAR toreturn to the chart mode.Clearing the current route fro

3-12RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterDisplaying route leg and waypoint informationTo display information about a route leg, move the cursor over the leg

Chapter 3: Operation 3-13• Move a Waypoint (as described in Section 3.2)• Reverse a RouteAny changes you make to the route affect only the current rou

3-14RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter6. Press CLEAR again to remove the function bar and route leg data.The new waypoint is temporarily added to the wayp

Chapter 3: Operation 3-15 2. Select MORE to display the second level GOTO functions: 3. Select MORE to return to the first l

3-16RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterThe current route is reversed on the screen and the waypoints are renumbered.To follow the reversed route:4. Press t

Chapter 3: Operation 3-172. Press ENTER and select FOLLOW FROM HERE.D4687_1FOLLOWFROM HEREEDITWAYPOINTREMOVEWAYPOINTMOVEWAYPOINTYour vessel follows th

3-18RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterGoing to an individual targetRather than following a route, you can go directly to a selected target. This canbe an

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Chapter 3: Operation 3-19Go to cursorNote: If navigation is currently in progress or if the cursor is homed (Find Ship)it is not possible to go to cur

3-20RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter3. Use trackpad up/down to select the required destination and press ENTERto start the GoTo, or CLEAR to cancel the

Chapter 3: Operation 3-21CDI displayThe CDI display shows Cross Track Error (XTE) and distance to waypointpresented in a ‘runway’ format:D4700_1The ‘r

3-22RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterBDI displayThe BDI display shows deviation from the bearing to waypoint and distance towaypoint. Cross track Error,

Chapter 3: Operation 3-23Waypoint dataThe Waypoint Data display comprises text data occupying the whole screen :D4702_1COG 230° T TIME 13:29 12

3-24RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterIf no GOTO or follow is in progress, the steering instruction is NO TARGET,no steering arrows are shown, but the rhu

Chapter 3: Operation 3-25Time/Date DataThe Time/Date display comprises text data occupying the whole screen:TIME 12:34DATE 26/01/99ETA (WAYPOINT)

3-26RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter3.6 Transferring waypoints and routesDisplayed waypointsWaypoints and routes can be received and transmitted via NM

Chapter 3: Operation 3-277. To stop waypoint transfer, press ENTER.To receive waypoints and route lists:1. Display the Waypoint List as previously de

3-28RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterThe following instructions assume that the track functions are displayed.Setting up a trackUse the track functions t

Preface iiiPrefaceThis handbook covers the RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter manufactured byRaytheon Marine Company.It contains very important informatio

Chapter 3: Operation 3-29To set up a track:1. Select the INTERVAL function.Use trackpad up/down to select the appropriate options to set either a time

3-30RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter• Marks the current position as a temporary waypoint with an MOB symbolwhich replaces any current active waypoint an

Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-1Chapter 4: Setting up the chartplotter4.1 IntroductionWhen you have installed your system and are familiar w

4-2RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter3. Use trackpad up/down to move the highlight up or down the list.4. When the required parameter is highlighted, use

Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-3Menu Options Factory NewDefault SettingDATE FORMAT DD/MM/YY DD/MM/YYMM/DD/YYTIME OFFSET UTC or local offset

4-4RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterTime offsetIf you wish to display local time, use the trackpad to change from UTC to therequired time offset. This ca

Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-5The Default value is zero and the selected value is retained on power down.If the simulator is switched OFF,

4-6RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterThe following table lists the Chart Set up parameters and their options, showsthe factory default setting and provide

Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-7OrientationThe chart orientation is normally North Up, but can be changed to Course Up orHead Up. The orient

4-8RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterAutozoom will not zoom in beyond the largest cartographic scale (see alsoPlotter Mode). When in MOB mode, Autozoom i

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Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-9Chart boundariesWhen ON, Chart boundary lines are shown on the screen. The selected settingis retained when

4-10RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter4.4 GPS setupThe GPS set up page provides information for the status of the trackednavigation satellites plus HDOP

Chapter 4: Setting Up the Chartplotter 4-11The D-GPS SET UP function is also displayed, together with help text:To tune a differential GPS to another

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Chapter 5: Installation 5-1Chapter 5: Installation5.1 IntroductionThis chapter provides instructions to assist in planning the installation of theRay

5-2RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter• If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not beremoved. If the ferrite needs to be remo

Chapter 5: Installation 5-3Items Missing?If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your Raytheondealer or our Product Support D

5-4RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter• Environment: The unit should be protected from physical damage, heatsources and excessive vibration. Although the u

Chapter 5: Installation 5-55.4 Connecting to other equipmentThe unit transmits navigation and waypoint data on NMEA and, therefore, canbe connected t

5-6RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterThe unit can be panel mounted, using the panel-mounting kit (accessory)available from your local Raytheon dealer.Pane

Table of Contents vContentsPreface ... iiiWarranty ...

Chapter 5: Installation 5-75.6 CablingIntroductionThe following points need to be considered before installing the system cables:• The minimum requir

5-8RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterGPS FunctionGPS FunctionGPS FunctionGPS FunctionGPS FunctionColorColorColorColorColor+12V dc Red0V dc BlackGround I/O

Chapter 5: Installation 5-9The dc power and NMEA inputs/outputs should be connected to thePOWER/NMEA connector at the rear of the RayChart 420. The co

5-10RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterSystem CheckBefore performing the functional test, check that:• All securing bolts are fully tightened and mechanica

Chapter 5: Installation 5-11Checking the Chartplotter OperationTo confirm that your chartplotter is operating correctly, perform the followingchecks:1

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Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-1Chapter 6: Maintenance & fault findingThis chapter provides information on routine maintenance and o

6-2RayChart 420/420D ChartplotterAlways report any EMC-related problem to your nearest Raytheon dealer. Weuse such information to improve our quality

Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-36.3 Problem solvingPrior to packing and shipping, all Raytheon products are subjected tocomprehensive t

6-4RayChart 420/420D Chartplotter6.4 Worldwide supportIn the first instance, contact the authorised distributor in your own country.A list of worldwi

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Chapter 6: Maintenance & Fault Finding 6-5In the event that repairs can not be obtained conveniently, product service mayalso be obtained by retur

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Appendix A: Specification A-1Appendix A: SpecificationCE Conforms to 89/336/EEC(EMC), EN60945:1997Y2K CompliantSize 184mm (7.3in) x 168mm (6.7in) x 75

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Appendix B: NMEA Data B-1Appendix B: NMEA dataConnector Received TransmittedPOWER/NMEA GGA, GSV, GSA, GLL, GGA, GSV, GSA, GLL,VTG, MSS, WPL, RTE, VT

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Appendix C: List of abbreviations C-1Appendix C: List of abbreviationsBDI Bearing Deviation IndicatorBTW Bearing To WaypointCDI Course Deviation Indic

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Installation Template T-1Installation TemplateTOPDrill hole5 mm (3/16")diameter(4 positions)Drill hole6 mm (1/4")diameter(4 positions)Drill

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