CA34/44/54 Introduction and safety summary
Chapter 1-1
1.1 Introduction and system familiarization
Congratulations on your purchase of
SIMRAD CA34/44/54 MultiRadar
- a
combination of the latest GPS and SDGPS receiver technology and optional
built-in differential receiver for accurate positioning, plus: detailed cartogra-
phy and high performance radar and echosounder technology; all in a unique
slim-line design with a bright 7” TFT (CA34), 10” ATFT/TFT (CA44) or 15”
TFT (CA54) color display.
The
radar system
with RadarChart overlay, dual EBL and VRM markers,
direct Quick-range keys, off-center mode, etc. together with Dual Radar fea-
ture ... two radar displays in one screen, one for short range and one for long
distance observations.
The
electronic chart system
includes a built-in world chart for rough plan-
ning and overview. The choice of chart system best suitable for the CA34/44/
54 was carefully singled out to be the C-MAP NT+ mini cards. The optional
C-MAP charts are available world-wide at your local Simrad dealer.
The
echosounder system
with selectable frequencies will provide an impres-
sion of Bottom expansion, VRM expansion, Shift, A-scope and White line.
The
Global Positioning System
is at this time and age the most common
system used for navigation and positioning all over the world. Not only for
maritime use, but also for land-based applications and aviation. The satel-
lite-based system has been developed and is operated by the US Department
of Defense in order to provide an accurate and reliable service, which include
a 24-hour global coverage. The GPS system consists of approx. 24 satellites
which orbit around the Earth at an altitude of approx. 20,200 km.
The satellites transmit perfectly synchronized data. However, depending on
the position, the signals will reach the receiver at a slightly different time. By
adding the measured time difference to the known position of the satellites it
is possible to calculate the ship’s position to within a few meters.
The
SimNet
data and control network provides high speed data transfer and
control between Simrad products that are integrated as a total navigation,
steering and communication system on board.
DS34/44/54 Dual Station
for the CA34/44/54 is available with a bright 7”
TFT, 10” ATFT/TFT or 15” TFT color display. The main unit and the dual sta-
tion are identical in design and operation.
How to use this manual?
This manual is written for the products: CA34,
CA44 and CA54, which mainly share the same type of software. From hereon,
these models will be referred to as: CAXX.
Summary of Contents for CA34
Page 26: ...Chapter 2 10 CA34 44 54 Fundamentals initial start up...
Page 56: ...Chapter 3 30 CA34 44 54 Radar menu...
Page 80: ...Chapter 4 24 CA34 44 54 Chart menu and INFO windows...
Page 112: ...Chapter 6 20 CA34 44 54 Pilot menu navigation examples...
Page 188: ...Chapter 10 10 CA34 44 54 Troubleshooting Service and Specifications...
