Raymarine C-SERIES User Manual

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Contents

Chapter 1: New Features of the C-Series Display Unit . 1 1.1 Navionics support . 1 1.2 Chart application . 1 1.3 Graphical data . 1 1.4 Autopilot control . 1 1.5 Weather (US only) . 2 1.6 Sirius Audio (US only) . 2 Chapter 2: Chart Application Updates . 3 2.1 Animated tides and currents . 3 To view tide and current animations . 3 Controlling the animation . 4 2.2 Range rings . 5 To turn range rings on or off . 5 2.3 Navionics combined data cards . 6 To display bathymetric information . 6 Chapter 3: Graphical Data . 7 3.1 Compass bar . 7 Turning the compass bar on and off . 7 Compass bar setup . 8 3.2 Graphical engine data . 8 To set up an engine data page . 8 Engine tilt and trim . 8 Genset data . 8 To change the number of gensets . 9 Chapter 4: Autopilot Control . 11 Emergency disengage . 11 4.1 Enabling and engaging the autopilot . 11 To enable autopilot control . 11 To engage the autopilot in normal operation . 11 To engage the autopilot from the Setup Menu . 12 To disengage the autopilot in normal operation . 12 Emergency disengage . 12 Autopilot Status Indicator . 13

C-Series New Features 4.2 The autopilot control screen . 13 4.3 Waypoint arrival . 14 …when there are more waypoints in your route . 14 …when you reach the last waypoint in your route . 14 Chapter 5: Weather (US only) . 17 5.1 Overview . 17 5.2 Disclaimer . 17 5.3 Setting up the weather application . 17 Pre-requisites for using the weather application . 18 Adding a weather application . 18 Specifying the weather elements displayed . 18 5.4 The weather display . 18 5.5 Moving around the weather map . 19 5.6 Placing waypoints . 19 5.7 Weather graphics . 20 Precipitation (NOWRad) . 21 Storm Cast . 21 Sea surface temperature (SST) . 22 Canadian radar . 22 Tracking storms . 22 Lightning . 23 Surface observation stations . 23 City forecasts . 24 Surface pressure . 26 Viewing data at a particular location . 26 5.8 Animated weather graphics . 26 Setting up animation . 26 Running the animation . 27 5.9 Viewing weather reports . 27 Tropical statements . 27 Marine warnings . 28 Marine zone forecasts . 28 5.10 Watchbox warnings . 29 Watchbox warning alerts . 29

Displaying marine watchboxes . 30 Displaying watchbox data . 30 5.11 Weather application setup . 31 Selecting the Weather Setup Menu . 31 Weather Setup options . 31 Showing/hiding marine watchboxes and zone boundaries . 31 5.12 Troubleshooting . 32 Chapter 6: Sirius Audio (US only) . 33 6.1 To start using Sirius Radio . 33 6.2 Tuning to a channel . 34 6.3 Browsing channels . 34 Filtering categories from the browse . 35 To filter categories . 35 6.4 Scanning channels . 35 To scan channels . 35 6.5 Hiding or showing channels and categories . 35 To hide or show a channel or category . 35 6.6 Presets . 36 To assign a channel to a preset . 36 To delete a channel from a preset . 36 To move a channel to a new preset . 36 6.7 Parental locking . 36 To enable blocking . 37 To set up a password . 37 To change an existing password . 37 To block a channel . 37 To enter a password . 38 6.8 Favourite song alerts . 38 To enable favourite alerts . 38 To set up a song or artist alert . 38

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Important information i

Important Information

Intended use

The C-Series display unit can be used in GPS-based or marine radar-based navigation systems on non-IMO/SOLAS class leisure vessels or small workboats.

This handbook tells you how to operate and maintain the C-Series display effectively.

For information on system integration and how to install the unit, refer to the C-Series Installation Guide supplied with the display.

Safety notices

WARNING: Navigation Aid

This device is intended to be used as an aid to n avigation. Its accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions and incorrect handling or use. It is the user’s responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgement. This device should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgement.

WARNING:Product installation

This equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions in the C-Series System Installation Guide. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage to the vessel.

WARNING:High voltage

The display unit and scanner unit contain high voltages. Adjustments require specialized 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.

WARNING:Electromagnetic energy The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the scanner has been installed according to the recommendations given in the relevant scanner handbook. Avoid looking directly at the antenna.

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WARNING:Fishfinder sounder module

Removing the transducer cable from the rear of the fishfinder sounder module whilst it is switched on can cause sparks. Only remove the transducer cable after power has been switched off. Ensure that the sounder module is mounted where it is well ventilated and in an area free from flammable vapors.

CAUTION: Water Ingress
To prevent the ingress of water and consequent damage to the display, ensure that the chart card door is firmly closed. This can be confirmed by an audible click.
CAUTION: CompactFlash Cards

• Removing the CompactFlash card whilst information is being written to or read from it may cause damage to the card and loss of all data. Use the proper procedure detailed on

• Do not save data (waypoints, routes etc.) to a Navionics card as the charts may be overwritten. When archiving use a different CompactFlash card.

• DO NOT use a metallic instrument such as a screwdriver or pliers to help you remove a card, as doing this can cause irreparable damage.

to remove the card.
CAUTION: Global Positioning System Antenna
Do not connect or disconnect the GPS antenna from the display unit whilst power is switched on. Doing this may result in irreparable damage.
CAUTION: UV Light
To provide protection against the damaging effects of UV light, it is advisable to replace the sun cover provided when the display is not in use.
CAUTION: Cleaning the display
Take care when cleaning the display, to avoid damaging it:
(1) Do NOT wipe the display screen with a dry cloth, as this could scratch
(2) Do NOT use acid, ammonia based or abrasive products.

Disclaimer

Electronic charts are an aid to navigation designed to facilitate the use of authorized government charts, not to replace them. Only official government charts and notices to mariners contain the current information needed for safe navigation. The Captain is responsible for their prudent use. The C-Series and its charts do not therefore exclude the user from carrying the required official charts and documents.

the screen coating.

Raymarine does not warrant that this product is error-free or that it is compatible with products manufactured by any person or entity other than Raymarine.

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This product uses digital chart data, bathymetric data, three-dimensional and photographic imagery, and electronic information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) which may contain errors. Raymarine does not warrant the accuracy of such information and you are advised that errors in such information may cause the product to malfunction. Raymarine is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by your use or inability to use the product, by the interaction of the product with products manufactured by others, or by errors in chart data or information utilized by the product and supplied by third parties.

About this manual

This manual describes how to operate your C-Series display in conjunction with Navionics cartography. It assumes that all peripheral equipment to be operated with it is compatible and has been correctly installed.

This manual is intended for users of varying marine abilities, but assumes a general level of knowledge of display use, nautical terminology and practices.

Technical accuracy

To the best of our knowledge, the technical information contained within this handbook was correct at the time of printing. However, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain.

Raymarine’s policy of continuous product improvement may mean specifications change without notice. As a result, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any differences between the product and this handbook.

Raymarine does not support after-sales or technical support for Navionics chart cards. If you wish to file a report of an error or omission on a Navionics chart, please provide the information to the Navionics web site at the link below:

http://www.navionics.com/DiscrepancyReports.asp Raymarine does not necessarily support all the features in particular Navionics cartography.

EMC conformance

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.

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Multi-media chart cards

To use your C-Series Display as a navigation aid, you need charts with the appropriate level of detail for the geographic area you wish to navigate. The charts are available in electronic format on Navionics Chart cards.

To check the current availability of Navionics® chart card types and the latest feature sets, visit www.navionics.com or www.navionics.it.

To obtain Navionics cards, contact your local dealer or visit the Navionics web site. Alternatively, from anywhere in North America call Navionics toll-free on 1-800-848- 5896. Outside of North America, contact your local dealer or Navionics SpA on: Phone: (+39) 0584 961696 or Fax: (+39) 0584 961309)

When you archive data, use only SanDisk CF memory cards. Other brands of CF memory card may not work in your C-Series Display.

Disposal

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive

The WEEE Directive requires the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. Whilst the WEEE Directive does not apply to some of Raymarine’s products, we support its requirements as part of our environmental policy and we ask you to be aware of how you should dispose of this product.

The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol found on a product signifies that it should not be disposed of in general waste or landfill.

Please contact your local dealer, national distributor or Raymarine Technical Services for information on product disposal.

Chapter 1: New Features of the C-Series Display Unit 1

Chapter 1: New Features of the C-Series Display Unit

This document describes features which have been added to the C-Series display unit since the C-Series Display Reference Manual (document number 81221-2) was written. All the content of that manual is still valid, and the features it covers still operate as described.

You can now listen to Sirius Audio satellite radio broadcasts, view tide and current animations, and make use of improved weather information. There is also autopilot integration and improved graphical display of data, including a compass bar.

This document tells you how to use the new functions and features.

For installation information, refer to the C-Series Display Installation Manual (document number 87020-2).