Chapter 4: further chart operations, 1 introduction, Chapter 4 – Raymarine 530 User Manual
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Chapter 4: Further Chart Operations
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Chapter 4: Further Chart Operations
4.1 Introduction
This chapter explains how to use the additional functions that are provided on
the chartplotter display.
It covers the following topics:
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Measuring distances and bearings on the chart, using the VRM/EBL key
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Setting alarms and timers
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Man Overboard (MOB)
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Cursor Echo
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GPS Setup
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Data Log Mode
In order to use some of these functions, you may need the following additional
data from equipment connected to your system via a SeaTalk or NMEA link:
*If heading data is available via both NMEA and SeaTalk, NMEA data takes priority. For all other data,
SeaTalk data takes priority (see Section 4.3).
Table 4-1:
Function of External Data
Data
Example source
Integrated functions available
Heading
COG
Compass*
GPS
- Head Up or Course Up heading modes
- MOB (if speed data also available)
Position
GPS system
- Waypoints
- Position, COG, SOG and time data in Data Box and Nav
Window
- MOB
- Data Log
Other data
Transducers
- Data Box and Nav Window data displays, including speed,
depth, wind, temperature