eglobe user manual v 1.4 2012-08-07

eGlobe Software Version 10.2.xx

User Manual

07 August 2012

ChartWorld GmbH, Hamburg Germany

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eGlobe User Manual v 07.08.2012 August 2012

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Preface

The documentation corresponds to the respective software version. Nevertheless, occasionally the software may differ from the functionality described due to technical reason.

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Table of Contents

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Table of Contents ............................................................................................. v

1 Introduction ..................................................................................... 13

1.1 General ................................................................................................ 13

1.2 Compliance.......................................................................................... 14

1.3 Conventions used in the manual.......................................................... 14

1.4 eGlobe versions ................................................................................... 15

2 eGlobe elements ............................................................................... 16

2.1 Panel PC HD 24T21 MMC ................................................................. 16

2.2 Operator Controls. ............................................................................... 19

2.2.1 Computer User Controls / Indicators .................................................. 19

2.2.2 Conitor User Controls / Indicators ...................................................... 19

2.3 Keyboard/Trackball ............................................................................. 20

2.4 Combined NSI Keyboard/Trackball (option) ...................................... 20

2.5 NSI Trackball (option) ........................................................................ 21

2.6 ECDIS Control unit (Option) .............................................................. 21

2.7 Sensor Interface Unit SIU-1 (Option) ................................................. 21

2.8 Sensor Connection Unit SCU-2 (Option)............................................ 22

2.9 Alternative computer – HTC01 (Option) ............................................ 23

2.10 Alternative Monitors (Option) ............................................................ 24

2.11 Uninterruptible Power Supply, UPS(Option) ..................................... 26

3 Start stop and adjustments of eGlobe operation workstation .... 27 3.1 General ................................................................................................ 27

3.2 Start-up the ECDIS System ................................................................. 27

3.3 Display Adjustment Control................................................................ 28

3.3.1 Automatic Power Light Dimming ....................................................... 28

3.4 Presentation at start-up ........................................................................ 29

3.5 Stop the ECDIS System ...................................................................... 29

4 eGlobe program window function ................................................. 30

4.1 General ................................................................................................ 30

4.1.1 Program header ................................................................................... 31

4.1.2 Menu bar ............................................................................................. 31

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4.1.3 Symbol Function Bar .......................................................................... 31

4.1.4 Button for closing open extra windows (upper-right) ......................... 31

4.2 Pull-down menus on Menu Bar ........................................................... 32

4.2.1 Route menu ......................................................................................... 32

4.2.1.1 Map/Alarm Map .................................................................................. 32

4.2.1.2 Edit Route ............................................................................................ 32

4.2.2 Backup ................................................................................................. 33

4.2.2.1 Export / Import Route ........................................................................ 33

4.2.3 Sensors ................................................................................................ 33

4.2.3.1 Position Source .................................................................................... 33

4.2.3.2 Position Offset ..................................................................................... 34

4.2.3.3 Position Discrepancy Settings ............................................................. 34

4.2.3.4 Position fix handling … ...................................................................... 34

4.2.3.5 Speed Source ....................................................................................... 39

4.2.3.6 Heading Source ................................................................................... 39

4.2.4 Chart .................................................................................................... 39 4.2.4.1 Manual Updates................................................................................... 39

4.2.4.2 Chart Work .......................................................................................... 39

4.2.5 Database .............................................................................................. 40

4.2.6 Recording ............................................................................................ 40

4.2.7 Trail ..................................................................................................... 40 4.2.7.1 Time Label Interval ............................................................................. 41

4.2.7.2 View Data Log .................................................................................... 41

4.2.7.3 Recorded.............................................................................................. 41

4.2.7.4 AIS / ARPA Trail ................................................................................ 42

4.2.7.5 Trail Display Settings .......................................................................... 42

4.2.8 ECDIS ................................................................................................. 42

4.2.8.1 Safety Contour..................................................................................... 43

4.2.8.2 Safety Depth ........................................................................................ 43

4.2.8.3 Safe Navigation Settings ..................................................................... 43

4.2.8.4 Dangerous Objects .............................................................................. 43

4.2.8.5 Objects with time limits ...................................................................... 44

4.2.8.6 Presentation ......................................................................................... 45

4.2.8.7 25 mm Light sector lines ..................................................................... 45

4.2.8.8 Chart Boundaries ................................................................................. 45

4.2.9 Display ................................................................................................ 45

4.2.9.1 Display Options AIS / ARPA ............................................................. 46

4.2.9.2 Ship...................................................................................................... 46 4.2.9.3 True Motion Area ................................................................................ 47

4.2.9.4 Range Rings ........................................................................................ 47

4.2.9.5 Display Motion/Moving the chart ....................................................... 48

4.2.9.6 Display Rotation .................................................................................. 48

4.2.9.7 Ruler .................................................................................................... 48 4.2.9.8 Radar ................................................................................................... 49

4.2.9.9 Waypoint labels ................................................................................... 49

4.2.9.10 Point database ...................................................................................... 49

4.2.10 Configure ............................................................................................. 49

4.2.11 Tides .................................................................................................... 50 4.2.12 About ................................................................................................... 51

4.2.12.1 System ................................................................................................. 51

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4.2.12.2 Legend ................................................................................................. 52

4.2.12.3 ECDIS Chart 1 (ECDIS Symbols) ...................................................... 53

4.2.12.4 Dictionary ............................................................................................ 62

4.2.12.5 Abbreviations ...................................................................................... 62

4.2.12.6 Information removed from standard display ....................................... 63

4.2.12.7 AIS Ship Database .............................................................................. 63

4.2.12.8 Symbol Function Bar .......................................................................... 65

4.3 Chart Pane ........................................................................................... 66

4.3.1 Display Selection in Chart Pane .......................................................... 67

4.3.1.1 Display Base ........................................................................................ 67

4.3.1.2 Standard Display: ................................................................................ 68

4.3.1.3 Other Information ................................................................................ 69

4.3.1.4 Display Motion/Moving the chart ....................................................... 71

4.3.1.5 Safety Contour..................................................................................... 71

4.3.1.6 Safety Depth ........................................................................................ 72

4.3.1.7 Scale Bar ............................................................................................. 73

4.3.1.8 Latitude Bar ......................................................................................... 73

4.3.1.9 Non-standard indication ...................................................................... 73

4.3.1.10 Target ? –indication ............................................................................. 74

4.3.1.11 SSE25- Expired cell permit warning ................................................... 74

4.3.1.12 Incorrect day or time ........................................................................... 74

4.4 Function Tables ................................................................................... 76

5 Prediction ......................................................................................... 78

5.1 General ................................................................................................ 78

5.2 Vector .................................................................................................. 78

5.3 Predictor .............................................................................................. 78

5.4 Full Predictor ....................................................................................... 79

5.5 Extra Vectors ....................................................................................... 79

5.6 Shadows .............................................................................................. 79

5.7 Wind vector ......................................................................................... 80

5.8 Trail presentation................................................................................. 80

5.9 Docking presentation........................................................................... 81

6 Chart Handling ................................................................................ 82

6.1 Chart Handler ...................................................................................... 82

6.2 Handling S-57 and S-63 Exchange sets – Chart Type Selection ........ 82

6.3 View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts ..................................................... 82

6.3.1 View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts in General ................................... 82

6.3.2 Actions of View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts ................................... 84

6.3.2.1 Actions of View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts - Overview ................ 84 6.3.2.2 Install Charts ....................................................................................... 84

6.3.2.3 Update Charts ...................................................................................... 85

6.4 Validate ............................................................................................... 86

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6.4.1 Actions of Validate.............................................................................. 86

6.4.2 Read Permit (S57/S-63) ...................................................................... 86

6.4.3 Check S-63 Permits ............................................................................. 86

6.5 View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts ......................................................... 89

6.5.1 View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts in General ....................................... 89

6.5.2 Actions of View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts ....................................... 90

6.5.3 Actions and Error logs......................................................................... 90

6.6 ChartHandler Wizard .......................................................................... 91

6.7 World Data Set .................................................................................... 91

6.8 ACES Chart Data ................................................................................ 92

6.9 The User Interface of the Main Dialogue Window ............................. 92

6.10 Selection and Action Section .............................................................. 93

6.11 Chart Coverages .................................................................................. 95

6.12 Chart List ............................................................................................. 97

6.12.1 Chart List in General ........................................................................... 97

6.12.2 Expandable Items ................................................................................ 98

6.12.3 Permit Status ....................................................................................... 98

6.13 Advanced Functions ............................................................................ 98

6.14 The User Interface of the See Updates Function................................. 99

6.15 Manual Updates................................................................................. 101

6.15.1 Updates to be inserted ....................................................................... 102

6.15.1.1 Insert Object ...................................................................................... 102

6.15.1.2 Delete Object ..................................................................................... 102

6.15.1.3 Move Point Object ............................................................................ 103

6.15.1.4 Annotate Object................................................................................. 103

6.15.1.5 Withdraw Object ............................................................................... 103

6.15.2 Review of Manual Updates ............................................................... 103

6.15.3 Update Log ........................................................................................ 104

6.16 Chart Work ........................................................................................ 104

6.16.1 Insert a new object............................................................................. 105

6.16.1.1 Insert a Danger highlight ................................................................... 105

6.16.1.2 Insert a Clearing Line ........................................................................ 105

6.16.1.3 Insert an Event ................................................................................... 106

6.16.1.4 Insert a Mariners feature ................................................................... 106

6.16.1.5 Insert a Mariners note ........................................................................ 106

6.16.1.6 Insert a Tidal stream .......................................................................... 107

6.16.2 Delete Existing Object ...................................................................... 107

7 Configuration ................................................................................. 108

7.1 General .............................................................................................. 108

7.2 Connect directory to view ................................................................. 108

7.3 Save ................................................................................................... 108

7.4 Password Handling ............................................................................ 108

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8 Navigation ...................................................................................... 109

8.1 Navigation mode ............................................................................... 109

8.2 Selection of views ............................................................................. 109

8.3 Goto Position ..................................................................................... 110

8.4 Zoom-Selection of Scale ................................................................... 110

8.4.1 Over Scale ......................................................................................... 110

8.4.2 Chart boarder ..................................................................................... 111

8.5 Vector length (speed over ground) .................................................... 111

8.6 Cursor position .................................................................................. 111

8.7 Time Label Interval ........................................................................... 112

8.7.1 Setup Time Label Interval ................................................................. 112

8.8 Show Nav status ................................................................................ 112

8.9 Selection of day/night presentation ................................................... 113

8.10 Selection of route .............................................................................. 114

8.10.1 Route Monitoring .............................................................................. 114

8.10.1.1 Next waypoint ................................................................................... 114

8.10.1.2 Final waypoint ................................................................................... 114

8.10.1.3 Dangerous Objects ............................................................................ 114

8.10.2 Deviation from Route, XTE .............................................................. 115

8.11 Setting of Safe Navigation Values .................................................... 115

8.12 Navigation tables ............................................................................... 116

8.12.1 Precision table ................................................................................... 116

8.12.2 Ocean sailing table ............................................................................ 117

8.12.3 Navigation instrument ....................................................................... 118

8.12.4 Navigation instrument information during straight travel................. 118 8.12.5 Navigation instrument information during turn ................................ 119

8.12.6 Docking table .................................................................................... 120

8.12.7 GPS status ......................................................................................... 121

8.13 Presentation during navigation .......................................................... 122

8.14 Presentation before and during turn .................................................. 122

8.15 Presentation during docking .............................................................. 123

8.16 Man overboard, MOB ....................................................................... 124

8.17 ETA and time left to arrival .............................................................. 125

8.17.1 Select ETA point ............................................................................... 125

8.17.2 Toggle between ETA and TIME ....................................................... 125

8.17.3 Rapid select of an ETA-point ............................................................ 126

8.18 Change vector length (speed over ground) ....................................... 126

8.19 Selection of trail ................................................................................ 126

8.20 Selection of shadows ......................................................................... 128

8.21 Position window ................................................................................ 128

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8.22 Movable window ............................................................................... 128

8.23 Rulers ................................................................................................ 129

8.23.1 Ruler Free .......................................................................................... 130

8.23.2 Ruler Ship Free.................................................................................. 130

8.23.3 Ruler Ship Fixed................................................................................ 130

8.24 VRM – EBL - ERBL ......................................................................... 130

8.25 Tidal heights ...................................................................................... 132

8.26 Route planning – ETA....................................................................... 132

9 Function tables Sensor channels & Chart query ....................... 133 9.1 General .............................................................................................. 133

9.1.1 Selection of Sensor table ................................................................... 133

9.2 AIS transponder and ARPA targets .................................................. 135

9.2.1 General .............................................................................................. 135

9.2.2 AIS and ARPA presentation in the chart .......................................... 135

9.2.3 AIS table ............................................................................................ 136

9.2.3.1 Sort Order and Search ID .................................................................. 137

9.2.3.2 Follow current target ......................................................................... 138

9.2.4 Extended AIS table............................................................................ 138

9.2.5 Send text message easy ..................................................................... 139

9.3 Chart query ........................................................................................ 140

9.3.1 Selection of Chart query table ........................................................... 140

10 Routes ............................................................................................. 142

10.1 General .............................................................................................. 142

10.2 Route settings .................................................................................... 143

10.3 Route preparation with the cursor ..................................................... 145

10.3.1 Create new route................................................................................ 145

10.3.2 Adjust waypoint position .................................................................. 146

10.3.3 Adjust waypoint turning radius ......................................................... 146

10.3.4 Insert waypoint .................................................................................. 146

10.3.5 Delete waypoint................................................................................. 147

10.3.6 Define ETA points ............................................................................ 147

10.3.7 Define auto-zoom points .................................................................. 147

10.3.8 Changing the Order of Waypoints .................................................... 147

10.3.9 Alarms when Planning a Route ......................................................... 147

10.3.10 Limit of Deviation from the Route .................................................... 147

10.4 Route preparation with the keyboard ................................................ 147

10.4.1 Enter waypoints for the route ............................................................ 147

10.4.2 Define speed between two waypoints ............................................... 148

10.5 Edit route ........................................................................................... 149

10.5.1 Selection of Edit route table .............................................................. 149

10.6 Import route ....................................................................................... 149

10.7 Multi Routes ...................................................................................... 150

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10.7.1 Making Multi Routes ........................................................................ 150

10.7.2 To use Multi Routes .......................................................................... 153

11 Database ......................................................................................... 154

11.1 General .............................................................................................. 154

11.2 Start of database ................................................................................ 154

11.3 Input into database ............................................................................ 154

11.3.1 Database settings ............................................................................... 154

11.3.2 Input of database point ...................................................................... 155

11.3.3 Database point edit ............................................................................ 156

11.4 Picture point ...................................................................................... 156

11.5 Database menu .................................................................................. 158

11.5.1 New Database .................................................................................... 158

11.5.2 Start Database .................................................................................... 158

11.5.3 Save new Database points in ............................................................. 158

11.5.4 Save Database ................................................................................... 158

11.5.5 Database Search ................................................................................ 159

11.5.6 Database settings ............................................................................... 159

12 Recording / playback .................................................................... 160

12.1 Recording of data .............................................................................. 160

12.2 Auto delete ........................................................................................ 160

12.3 Save recording as .............................................................................. 160

12.4 Playback of data ................................................................................ 160

12.4.1 Start playback .................................................................................... 161

12.4.2 Pause in playback .............................................................................. 161

12.4.3 Back to starting point ........................................................................ 161

12.4.4 Speed for playback ............................................................................ 161

12.4.5 Position for playback ......................................................................... 161

12.4.6 End playback ..................................................................................... 161

12.4.7 “Water Mark” in recordings .............................................................. 161

12.5 Draw recording on chart .................................................................... 162

13 Geodetic datums ............................................................................ 163

13.1 Presentation of geodetic datums ........................................................ 163

14 Alarms ............................................................................................ 164

14.1 Alarm Bar (below chart area) ............................................................ 164

14.2 Alarm Acknowledge ......................................................................... 164

14.3 Alarm Buzzer .................................................................................... 165

14.4 Alarm function table.......................................................................... 166

14.5 Alarm Priority ................................................................................... 166

14.6 List of Alarms and Indications .......................................................... 167

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14.6.1 Alarms Level 1 .................................................................................. 167

14.6.2 Alarms Level 2 .................................................................................. 167

14.6.3 Alarms Level 3 .................................................................................. 168

14.6.4 Alarms Level 4 .................................................................................. 168

14.6.5 Alarms Level 5 .................................................................................. 169

14.6.6 Alarms Level 6 .................................................................................. 169

14.6.7 Alarms Level 7 (from Level 1) ......................................................... 169



14.6.10 Alarms Level 10 (from Levels 4,5) ................................................... 170

15 Maintenance ................................................................................... 171

15.1 Color Differentiation test .................................................................. 171

15.2 Regarding color-calibration............................................................... 171

16 Conning Display ............................................................................ 172

16.1 Wind .................................................................................................. 172

16.2 Depth ................................................................................................. 173

16.3 Time and Position.............................................................................. 173

16.4 Navigation table ................................................................................ 174

17 Appendix A .................................................................................... 175

17.1 List of Terms and Abbreviations ....................................................... 175

17.2 Common Terms and Abbreviations explained .................................. 182

17.3 eGlobe Symbols and icons ................................................................ 186


1 Introduction

The eGlobe is a type-approved ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System).

eGlobe is also an excellent navigation aid that, properly used, improves safety as well as

economy for marine navigation.

The eGlobe navigation is based on use of ENCs. When ENCs are loaded for the entire

planned route and a backup-system is in operation the eGlobe system works as a paperless

ECDIS.

ChartWorld International Ltd. is not responsible for and cannot vouch for the function of the

charts used, nor can the company be held responsible for inaccuracies, inadequacies or other

faults in the system. ChartWorld International Ltd also disclaims any liability for direct or

indirect damage to persons or property, due to other possible shortcomings, defects or

imperfections in the system delivered by ChartWorld International Ltd.

1.1 General

The eGlobe is a type-approved ECDIS with superior first-class navigation functions and it

can be used for paperless navigation.

A complete type-approved eGlobe system comprises the following equipment: • ECDIS Panel PC-unit with eGlobe software loaded • ENC-Charts • ECDIS-Keyboard with integrated Trackball • Optional ECDIS-Control unit • Optional ECDIS-SCU Interface (Sensor Connection Unit) • ECDIS-Backup system

The system is connected to following sensors (via the SCU-Sensor Connection Unit or direct

to computer): • Primary EPFS Required • Secondary EPFS • Compass Required • Speed Sensor Required • AIS transponder • Radar / ARPA

EPFS = Electronic Position Fixing System (can be GPS or DGPS)


The eGlobe program contains the following main functions:

• Chart and SENC-handling • Navigation • Route handling • Database • Recording and playback • Alarms

1.2 Compliance

The eGlobe system fulfills the demands specified in the following specifications: • SOLAS Regulation V/19.2.1.4 • IMO Resolutions: A.817(19) and A.694(17), MSC.191(79) & MSC.232(82) • IEC 61174 – IEC 62288 - IEC 60945 - IEC 61162

1.3 Conventions used in the manual

To make the operation instructions clearer, the following definitions apply throughout the manual.

Keyboard The ECDIS keyboard. Pointer Cursor position. Control unit The ECDIS control unit. Click Press the left “mouse” button once. Double-click Press the left “mouse” button twice. Drag Place the cursor on the object to be moved,

keep the left “mouse” button down, then move object with the mouse.

Right-click Press the right “mouse” button once. [OK] Click on the menu or button with text within square brackets. <F1> Press the keyboard key F1 once. <Ctrl>+<F9> Press the keyboard key Ctrl and the key F9 at the

same time.


1.4 eGlobe versions

The eGlobe can be delivered in three versions, all of them are type approved as ECDIS:

BASE – ESIG – EXTENDED.

Please see table below.


2 eGlobe elements

2.1 Panel PC HD 24T21 MMC

The Series X Panel Computers are a single

flexible solution, designed only for the marine environment and built to last. The panel

computers are delivered with Multi-power (AC and DC power input built in) ensuring that

they are compatible with all power systems on all vessels. No need to connect this Panel PC

to UPS if connected to both power sources.

The Panel computer offers the following performance:

Part Performance

Version HD 24T21 MMC

Processor: Intel® Celeron® P4505 (2M Cache, 1.86 GHz)

Front Side Bus (FSB) 800MHz

Graphics Intel® Arrandale IGD supports DVMT 5.0

Memory 1 x 2GB DDR3 1066/800MHz non-ECC SO-DIMM

Disks 2 x 2.5" removable HDD (SATA)

Ethernet 1 x Intel® 82577LM Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000Mbps

1 x Realtek RTL8111C Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000Mbps

Serial Ports 1 x RS-232 non-isolated, 1 x RS-422/485 non-isolated,

4 x RS-422/485 isolated

Parallel Port 1 x Bi-Directional Centronics

Keyboard/Mouse Standard PS/2 mini DIN connector

USB ports 3 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 1.1

Audio Realtek ALC888-GR (+ 2W Amplifier)

Operating System Microsoft® Windows® Embedded


Enterprise (XP Professional Eng w/SP2c, 32bit)

Powersupply Multipower 115&230VAC - 50/60Hz + 24 VDC

Dimensions 593(W) x 348(H) x 84(D) mm

Weight Approx.14 kg

The bottom (connector) panel:


2.2 Operator Controls.

2.2.1 Computer User Controls / Indicators

The Hatteland HD 24T21 MMC24” computer has the following controls: • Power ON/OFF button/ Power LED-indicator • HDD LED-indicator • Brightness control buttons • “- ECDIS +” brightness indicator

2.2.2 Conitor User Controls / Indicators For units that have been factory ECDIS calibrated the text “ECDIS” will illuminate in green constantly

as long as the unit is powered. The “+” and “-” symbols will illuminate in red when the

Brightness/Brilliance is adjusted either above or below ECDIS factory calibration point.

To be able to stay within ECDIS calibrated range, please assure that both the “+” and “-” are not

illuminated and that “ECDIS” text remains illuminated green during operation. Note that by touching

these symbols no action will be performed or has been assigned.

These are the symbols available on Series X ECDIS. When they are not in use they will not be visible.

ON (Calibrated)

ON (Calibrated +)

ON (Calibrated -)

ON (Not calibrated)


2.3 Keyboard/Trackball

A combined type approved Keyboard/ Trackball unit is a part of the system, specifications

below:

Standard

Keyboard/Trackball

Performance

Version G84-5400 Black-2 mouse buttons, 89 keys

Interface 1 x USB/ PS2 cable to computer


Standard EGlobe marking of upper row on keyboard (F1 – F11)

2.4 Combined NSI Keyboard/Trackball (option)

A combined type approved Keyboard/ Trackball unit with backlit is an optional part of the

system, specifications below:

Standard

Keyboard/Trackball

Performance

Version KSML92Y

Interface 1 x USB cable to computer



2.5 NSI Trackball (option)

A type approved Trackball unit with 3 buttons is an optional part of the system, specifications

below:

Standard

Keyboard/Trackball

Performance

Version TSX50YZ

Interface 1 x USB cable to computer


2.6 ECDIS Control unit (Option)

A special type approved Control unit is optionally available, specifications below:

Standard

Control Unit

Performance

Version eGlobe 16 USB

2.7 Sensor Interface Unit SIU-1 (Option)

The SIU-1 unit is used to ensure sensor connection to Com 1 and/or Com 2 of the Panel

Computer. It is also used as an approved signal splitter. The SIU-1 has the following


specifications:

Keyboard/Track

ball

Performance

Version eGlobe SIU-1

Type QWERTY 1N4B

Power supply 10 – 40 V DC, appr

12 mA at 24 V

Dimensions 68(W) x 110(H)

x 22(D) mm

2.8 Sensor Connection Unit SCU-2 (Option)

The SCU-2 unit is used in case where the number of sensor connection provided by the Panel

Computer is not sufficient or cabling of sensors direct to the Panel Computer is not practical.

The SCU-2 has the following specifications:

Keyboard/Track

ball

Performance

Version eGlobe SCU-2

Type QWERTY CN8E

8IN / 2 OUT

Dimensions 140(W) x 150(H)

x 44(D) mm

Connect the following cables to the SCU-2:

Please observe that sensors needing bi-directional communication (radar, AIS) must be

connected to COM7 and COM8 only.


2.9 Alternative computer – HTC01 (Option)

The computer is the powerful Hatteland HTC01. The computer offers the following performance:

Part Performance

Version HT C01 STD A105

Processor: 1 x Intel Core2 E8400 – 3.0 GHz

Graphics Intel Graphics 3100, DVI + VGA out

Memory 2 x 1 GB installed

Disks SDD 30 GB + extra HDD120 GB

Media Drive 1 x DVD-RW/CD-RW Dual recorder/Player

Ethernet 4 x 10/100/1000 GigaBit Fast Ethernet

Serial Ports 2 x rs232

Serial Ports optional 4 x rs422 via Bluestorm Card

Parallel Port 1 x Bi-Directional Centronics

Keyboard/Mouse Standard PS/2 mini DIN connector

USB ports 10 x total USB 2.0 (8 in rear,2 x in front)

Audio Realtek ALC888, Mic in, Line in, Line out

Operating System Windows XP SP2c 32 bit

Powersupply 220 VAC


Weight Approx.10 kg


2.10 Alternative Monitors (Option)

Two versions are included in the ECDIS certificate: Hatteland 19 inch and Hatteland 23 inch.

The monitors offers the following performance:

Monitor 19 inch Performance

Version JH 19T14 MMD-AA1-A0BA (Pot+Buzzer)

Screen size 19 inch

Pixel resolution 1280 x 1024

Video Connections 1 x DVI plus 1 x VGA

COM Connections 1 x COM rs232 via ”Multifunction Cable #1”

Power supply 220 VAC

Dimension 483(W) x 444(H) x 82(D) mm

Weight Approx. 11.5 kg

Monitor 23 inch Performance

Version JH 23T12 MMD-AA1-A0BA

Screen size 23 inch

Pixel resolution 1600 x 1200

Video Connections 1 x DVI plus 1 x VGA

COM Connections 1 x COM rs232 via ”Multifunction Cable #1”

Power supply 220 VAC

Dimension 584(W) x 534(H) x 85(D) mm

Weight Approx. 20 kg


2.11 Uninterruptible Power Supply, UPS(Option)

Note: IEC60945 approved UPS is to be used only for HTC01 computer with a separate monitor or if either of 24V back up power source is not available.

The computer and the monitor must be connected to the mains via a UPS, which is not

included in the delivery. The UPS performance may be as specified below:

A UPS will secure the ECDIS system against brownouts, total mains breakdown, lightning

and other mains disturbances. It should be possible to change batteries without disconnecting

the system from the mains. Test the UPS in accordance with IEC 60945.

UPS Performance

Capacity 800VA

Backup time at 800W At least 20 minutes

Number of outlets At least 2


3 Start stop and adjustments of eGlobe operation workstation

3.1 General

The Operator Workstation has power switch on Panel Computer. If eGlobe uses an alternative

configuration with the separate computer and the monitor then both the computer and the

monitor have power switch. Normally the power shall be left ON if the system is not used for

a shorter time. The separate monitor can be powered OFF to save the screen.

3.2 Start-up the ECDIS System

Start the computer system by: 1. Turn the Panel Computer ON by pressing the power switch ON 2. The power indicator will turn green 3. Turn the separate monitor ON by pressing the power switch down (if

applicable) 4. The power light indicator will turn green 5. Wait until the computer has started 6. The start menu will be displayed .

eGlobe will start after 10 s. If the focus is moved from [Start eGlobe] the countdown is

stopped.

Focus can be changed by either mouse clicking or by using the keyboard arrow keys. To

execute a menu command press the Enter key or double click on the command.


3.3 Display Adjustment Control

This TFT display features a 100 % dimmable image, which means it is capable of displaying

a completely black image when the brightness knob is turned fully to the left.

The Brightness knob, indicated by a sun icon on the front panel of the monitor, is used for

individual adjustment of image brightness.

WARNING! Brightness Control may inhibit visibility of information when Night

presentation is selected.

3.3.1 Automatic Power Light Dimming

This TFT display features a Power LED Dimmer function which controls the light intensity of

the power light indicator. There are two different solutions for this feature. 1. Intelligent Auto Power LED Dimmer which control the light intensity based on

your environment lightning. This can also be manually adjusted using the Led Adjust knob on the rear side of the display.

2. The light intensity is regulated according to the backlight, that is according to the brightness knob. With the exception that when the backlight brightness is zero, the power led is just visible in dark environment. This means that the power led is not visible in daylight when the brightness knob is turned fully to the left.


3.4 Presentation at start-up At start-up of the eGlobe the standard display at the largest scale available in SENC, is displayed in the Chart Pan together with the eGlobe controls in the Menu Bar and in the Symbol Function Bar. To the right Function table is displayed, see Figure 2. Program window functions .

Figure 1. eGlobe Program Window is presented at startup.

3.5 Stop the ECDIS System

Stop the ECDIS and power off the computer system by: 1. Stop the eGlobe program by select [Route] / [Exit] on the menu bar. 2. The start menu will be displayed. 3. Select the [Shutdown System] either by clicking or by arrow keys and execute

by double-click or by pressing the Enter key. 4. Power OFF the monitor by press and hold the power switch down for 3

seconds


4 eGlobe program window function

4.1 General

The eGlobe Program Window containing the ECDIS screen will be presented at the startup of

the eGlobe program.

Figure 2. Program window functions

The ECDIS window consists of the following parts: • Program header, showing eGlobe with version-number, selected route and active

database. • Menu bar, containing pull-down menus. The pull-down menus are described under a

separate heading. • Symbol function bar, containing different function selections and info windows. • Chart pane, presenting chart, database points, AIS/radar targets, selected route and

own ship symbol. The information on the chart can be presented in three different levels: Display Base, Standard Display and Other Information.

• Function table pane, showing the currently active function table. • Alarm Bar showing active alarms and indications.


4.1.1 Program header

The program header bar shows eGlobe and version, selected route and active database.

Permanently displayed.

4.1.2 Menu bar

The menu bar shows available pull-down menus. Permanently displayed.

4.1.3 Symbol Function Bar

The symbol function bar contains quick selections for the most frequently used functions.

Permanently displayed.

4.1.4 Button for closing open extra windows (upper- right)

The windows button for closing or exit window X will close all open extra windows on the

chart pane. It will also inhibit display of point database.


4.2 Pull-down menus on Menu Bar

The functions in the pull-down menus on the Menu Bar lead to submenus with further

selections. This is illustrated by means of an arrow pointing to the right. Selecting the arrow

opens the submenu.

All pull-down windows covering chart pane are temporary and are movable to desired

location on the screen.

4.2.1 Route menu

Clear edited route

Clear monitored route

Opens an existing route

Saves the current route

Saves the route under a new name

See Alarm map below

Delete route (Note active route cannot be deleted!)

Opens a window for editing data

Output of route to printer (“Voyage plan”)

Output of chart to printer

Exit eGlobe and power OFF the computer system

4.2.1.1 Map/Alarm Map

Alarm map refers to freely definable lines and dots presented in the chart. They can be used to

supplement the existing chart information. Alarms can be linked to these items to be triggered

when the line is crossed or the distance to the dot is too small. See further in the chapter

Alarm lines.

Clears the presentation of the alarm map

Opens an alarm map

Import of Simrad Warning Areas

Saves the current alarm map

4.2.1.2 Edit Route

A route can be edited by use of the menu below.


Open the menu and select the route that should be edited. Make the changes to the route by

selecting the waypoint to be changed.

4.2.2 Backup

4.2.2.1 Export / Import Route

With the Backup functions to transfer the active route from the primary ECDIS to the

backup ECDIS. With floppy, USB-memory or through a network, it depends on the

configuration.

With a network connected to both Primary and backup ECDIS:

The transfer can be made from the primary ECDIS – use the “Export” function and

the route will automatically be transferred to the backup ECDIS. Or from the Backup

ECDIS – use “Import” function.

Via a floppy/USB-memory:

From the primary ECDIS – use “Export” function with the media floppy/USB-

memory inserted. Take out the media and insert it into the Backup ECDIS. Now use

the “Import” function on the backup ECDIS.

Please observe that the route must be transferred from Primary ECDIS to the Backup

ECDIS whenever the route is changed !

4.2.3 Sensors

The Sensors pull-down menu is used for selection of

Position Source, Speed Source and Heading source. Input

of position offset, position discrepancy limits, position fixes

can be initiated from the menu.

4.2.3.1 Position Source

Selection of source: EPFS1 or EPFS2 or Dead reckoning. (EPFS =

Electronic Position Fixing Source)


4.2.3.2 Position Offset

The position offset can be set if the chart and the own

ship position is incorrect.

Enter Latitude and Longitude value to correct the

difference. Press OK.

4.2.3.3 Position Discrepancy Settings

Used for check of position discrepancy between

selected sources. Available sources are EPFS1

or 2 or Dead Reckoning.

4.2.3.4 Position fix handling …

The position fix handling form has the tools for creating and deleting line-of-positions(LOPs),

transfer LOPs and calculating fixes and estimated positions.

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1 To delete a LOP, click on it in the chart and then on the

[Delete Existing LOP]-button.

2 Set type of action.

Bearing LOP – Insert new bearing LOP


Range – Insert new range LOP

Transfer LOP – transfer existing LOPs

Calculate Fix – Calculate a new position using at least two existing

LOPs

3 Insert a new range or bearing LOP.

4 UTC time of observation

5 Position of observed object

6 Bearing to observed object

7 Distance to observed object

8 Source of observation. Possible values are :

R-Radar

V- Visual

A-Astronomical

9 Button to save LOP-data

In the following example two bearing LOPs and one range LOP are going to be inserted,

transferred an used as input to a fix calculation.

Step1 Insert bearing LOP 1:

Select type of LOP

Click On Insert button


Click in the chart on the object being observed.

Click once more in the chart on the approximate position of the observer.

Values for time, lat , Lon, bearing and distance are filled in automatically.

Select source using the dropdown box.

All input data can be edited using the keyboard. When all data are filled in click the [Save

Inserted LOP]-button to save.

The display is changed to:

Step 2 Insert bearing LOP 2.

Repeat the actions in Step1 with a new object.

Step 3 Insert Range LOP.

Change type of LOP to range LOP and source to R and then repeat actions in step 1.

Display after step 3:


Step 4 Transfer the LOPs to a new time.

Set type of action to LOP transfer

For every LOP, click the [Pick LOP to Transfer]-button and then click in the chart on the

LOP.

The list box shows type of LOP, value (bearing or distance), time, status

(original or transferred) and source. To remove a LOP from transfer just click on the row in

the list.

Fill in the new time and values for heading and speed. If available the values for speed and

heading are taken from speed log and heading source. Click the [Transfer]-button to calculate

the transferred LOPs.

Display after Step 4:

Step 5 Calculate Fix

Set type of action to Calculate Fix

For every LOP, click the [Pick LOP to USE]-button and then click in the chart on the LOP.

The list box shows type of LOP, value (bearing or distance), time, status

(original or transferred) and source. To remove a LOP from transfer just click on the row in

the list.


Click on the [Calculate Positions]-button to calculate intersection positions from different

combinations of observations.

Display after Step 5:

The list box shows the results of all intersections of LOPs with the useful points marked . A

range LOP will always intersect a bearing LOP or a range LOP in two points. The calculation

tries to figure out what points are useful and shows the result. In normal conditions the

marked intersections should be used to calculate the fix (or estimated position) but the user

can decide what intersection points to use. Enter source as free text and click [OK]-button to

calculate the fix. The default is to update the systems DR position with the new fix. Remove

the mark in the

[Update DR Position]-checkbox to not update DR position.

Display after Fix calculation:


4.2.3.5 Speed Source

Selection of sensor for speed input. One of EPFS1 or EPFS2 or Log can be

selected.

4.2.3.6 Heading Source

Selection of sensor for heading input. One of Compass 1 and 2 can be selected.

4.2.4 Chart

This pull-down menu is used for selection of Manual updates or Chart work.

4.2.4.1 Manual Updates

Manual Updates are used to add corrections to the charts. See chapter

6.2 Manual Updates.

4.2.4.2 Chart Work

The chart work menu is used for updating the chart by special objects.


4.2.5 Database

Symbols, pictures and texts that can be freely placed in the chart and saved in a file

(database). The information may be used as supplements to the existing charts information,

text info for own measurements or navigation information. By linking a bitmap file to the

database point, the picture can be presented in the chart when the database point is clicked.

Creates a new database Opens the selected database Choose database to store new objects Saves the selected database Search for keyword in database Database settings.

See chapter 11 for a detailed description of database handling.

4.2.6 Recording

All incoming data to eGlobe (time, position, course, speed, depth, ARPA and AIS target, etc)

can be recorded. These data can be used to replay a historical event. The menu alternative

[Recording] is used to play a recording. See further in the chapter Recording/Playback.

Tip! For fast presentation of a 24-hour recording without having to play the entire recording:

Select “Draw Recording”. Keep in mind that “Recorded” must be highlighted in the menu

line “Trail”. Opens the recording. See below. Ends the recording. Saves the recording under a new name. Delete a recording

4.2.7 Trail

A trail is a sequence of points in the chart, showing the historical movement of the ship. The

trail may represent either the current navigation or an opened recording. If depth information

from echo sounder or log is sent to eGlobe, it can be presented in the chart.

Defines interval of time mark

Displays the ECDIS log

Shows short trail, approx. 15 min. history

Shows long trail, approx. 2 days history

Draws trail from one/several recordings

Shows trail from AIS/ARPA with color

See below: Display of trail.


4.2.7.1 Time Label Interval

Interval between 1-120 minutes can be set.

4.2.7.2 View Data Log

According to ECDIS standard, a log of the ship’s journey must be recorded. Click the menu

item View Data Log to display the recorded data. The detailed 12 hour log has a resolution of

one minute.

The overview 3 month log has a resolution of one hour and the only data

recorded is time and position.

To export the data log, insert a floppy disc and click the save button.

In both 12 hour and 3 month log LOP-data and position fixes are recorded.

4.2.7.3 Recorded

One or more recordings can be picked. The trails will then be presented on the electronic

chart. A recording is added for display by clicking on the Add menu item and a standard Open

file dialog box is opened. To remove a recording from the collection, just click on the menu


row showing the name of the recording.

4.2.7.4 AIS / ARPA Trail

AIS / ARPA-data contained in a recording can be presented individually with

individual color. Simply choose desired recording then pick color for each object.

4.2.7.5 Trail Display Settings

Display of trail determines how the trail is presented in the chart picture. Trail as color points. Time is also presented Trail with thicker color points Trail as colored points. Color=depth echo sounder Trail as depth figures with data from the echo sounder

4.2.8 ECDIS

ECDIS is the set-up menu for the presentation of the chart. Safety Contour, type in form. Safety Depth, type in form. Selects how to present symbols in the chart. Selects detail-level for the chart presentation. To present ECDIS-objects with time limits. Selects between Traditional and Simplified. Selects type of light sector lines. See below. Selects ECDIS type of presentation. Shows the boundaries in the chart material. AIO – Admirality Information Overlay (selects /deselects layer)


4.2.8.1 Safety Contour

The Safety Contour depth can be typed into a sub

menu. Default value: 30 m.

4.2.8.2 Safety Depth

The Safety Depth can be typed into a sub menu.

Default value: 30 m.

4.2.8.3 Safe Navigation Settings

Safe Navigation Settings is used to set alarm limits for the safe navigation calculations.

Air Draught is the total height of the ship over the water.

Safe Distance is the horizontal clearance to dangerous

objects. Alarms are raised in advance and Warning Time is

the amount of time in advance. Before the ship is crossing the

wheel-over-line an alarm is given and the Wheel-Over-Alarm

specifies how long before.

When the ship is entering an area for which an alarm is

raised, the mariner can choose to use As Indication instead of As Alarm. The main difference

is that for an indication the buzzer is not activated. The choice of alarm or indication is made

by clicking one of the radio buttons labeled Special Condition Areas.

Warning areas (closed polygons) can be loaded in the ECDIS. The display of and inside check

of warning areas can be switched on/off with the check boxes.

Display of the guard zone used for ant grounding calculations can be switched on/off with the

[Display Guard Zone]-checkbox. The guard zone is displayed only as long as the [Safe

Navigation Settings]-form is visible.

4.2.8.4 Dangerous Objects

Select a submenu for dangerous object during planning.

Select a submenu for dangerous object during monitoring.

For Route planning the following menu is presented. In the menu Dangerous objects are


presented during waypoint editing.

For Route monitoring the following menu is presented. Dangerous objects will be presented

during Route monitoring.

4.2.8.5 Objects with time limits

Chart objects can have attributes specifying conditions varying in time, for instance a bird

sanctuary area with entry prohibited during spring and summer. The default behavior is to use

current date as check date- option Check Date – Current date.

When option Check Date is selected there are three different ways to specify the check date.

Current Date means actual date from computer clock.

Set any date using the calendar control.

Use date from route to let the system calculate the date (route

with proper speed settings must be loaded).

In Check Date mode the visibility of objects having time limits

is controlled by the date specified.

When non-default date checking is active this is indicated in the chart pane see Figure 26.


4.2.8.6 Presentation

Since the traditional paper-chart symbols are difficult to present and read on a screen, new

and simplified symbols have been created with a simpler geometrical design, easier to

interpret. In traditional presentation, symbols similar to the ones in normal charts are used.

Simplified:

Symbols are presented as simplified ECDIS symbols.

Simplified with Symbolized Boundaries:

Symbols are presented as simplified ECDIS symbols and area boundaries are presented with traditional paper-

chart symbols.

Traditional:

Symbols are presented as traditional paper-chart symbols.

4.2.8.7 25 mm Light sector lines

The display of light sector lines can be toggled between 25 mm long lines and lines with the

same length as the nominal range of the light.

4.2.8.8 Chart Boundaries

Selects presentation of chart borders belonging to underlying charts. These charts are hidden

in the current presentation due to selected scale.

4.2.9 Display

The menu “Display ” contains menu selections for the presentation of own ship and other

targets.

See below: Display Options AIS/ARPA See below: Ship.

See below: True Motion Area. Shows the predictor. (not available in eGlobe) Shows corner vectors. Shows wind-vector to the ship. Shows the shadows of the ship. Shows Range rings. See below: Display motion See below: Display rotation. See below: Ruler. See below: Radar. See below: Waypoint labels. See below: Point Database


4.2.9.1 Display Options AIS / ARPA

Turn display of path predictor on/off

See below: AIS Target Filter

See below: Target Alarm settings

In the AIS Target Filter and Auto Activation form suppressing of sleeping and automatic

activation of sleeping AIS targets can be configured.

Default behavior is that a new AIS target gets sleeping status.

To avoid cluttering of the chart displaying of sleeping targets

can be suppressed.

Sleeping AIS targets can be automatically activated if any of

the Automatic Activation conditions is fulfilled.

Normally eGlobe gives an alarm when a target (AIS or ARPA)

is lost. The lost target alarm can be disabled or configured

to occur only for targets within a certain range. This is

done in the Target Alarm Settings form.

When AIS target filtering is active or lost target alarm is disabled this is indicated

in the upper right corner of the chart pane.

To get actual status place the cursor over the text Target ? and a box with actual information

is displayed

4.2.9.2 Ship

Selection of own ship presentation:

As symbol,

True to scale whenever possible.


4.2.9.3 True Motion Area

It is possible to change the area where ship

can travel without changing or

redrawing chart picture in TM mode.

This is accomplished by an easy “grab and

drag” the lines as in figure.

If the checkbox Auto Mode is checked the

automatic mode is selected.

In auto mode the ships position, course , display range, check ahead factor and reset factor are

used to calculate an optimized true motion

area. For every updated position a point is

calculated from actual position in bearing =

ships course and distance= display range

multiplied with the check ahead factor. If the

calculated point is outside the visible chart a

new center point for the display is calculated

from actual position in bearing = ships course and distance= display range multiplied with the

reset factor.

Values to be avoided:

1. Check Ahead factors greater than 1.00 2. Reset factors greater than the Check Ahead factor

4.2.9.4 Range Rings

Display of range rings are turned on/off with this menu item. The distance is calculated

automatically and shown in the menu.


4.2.9.5 Display Motion/Moving the chart

In eGlobe, the chart picture may be presented in the same way as in a radar: RM (Relative

Motion) or TM (True Motion). The normal presentation is TM, where the ship moves in the

chart picture, with a change of pictures when the ship comes to the edge. In RM the ship stand

still and all chart information moves in small steps for each position change, the advantage

being that you always have a maximum lead.

True, TM= Chart is still and the ship moves

Relative, RM= Chart moves and the ship stands still

(Note the parallel function on the Symbol Function Bar)

4.2.9.6 Display Rotation

It is possible to change the chart presentation between:

North Up

Course Up

Head Up.

North Up is the native mode. The “Course Up Mode” is available only when a Course-over-

ground value is present from EPFS (or GPS-receiver). The “Head Up Mode” is available only

when ships heading is present (Compass).

The north arrow is always shown at the top left position of the chart pane independent of

setting above (North/Course/Head Up).

(Note the parallel function on the Symbol Function Bar)

4.2.9.7 Ruler

eGlobe features several ways for measuring the distance. The presentation of any ruler is

started in this menu with the “ruler” key on the control unit or by clicking in the cursor

position square. The ruler is laid out by use of the trackball. The control unit can be used to

select if the distance shall be presented in meters or nautical miles.

The free ruler measures distance between two points Ship free measures between ship and a point Measures between ship and a locked point.

With Ship Free, the ruler position relative to the ship will always be the same; with Ship Locked, the ruler always shows distance and bearing to the locked position, regardless of the ship’s motion.


4.2.9.8 Radar

With a radar connected, the radar’s EBL, VRM and cursor can be presented on the chart.

Presentation of EBL/VRM number 1 in the radar.

Presentation of EBL/VRM number 2 in the radar.

Presentation of the radar cursor.

4.2.9.9 Waypoint labels

With a route open, text information about each waypoint can be presented in the chart; the

information to be presented is selected in the menu below.

Shows waypoint number according to the list

Shows waypoint name

Shows first letters in the waypoint name

Shows radius with which the waypoint is stored.

4.2.9.10 Point database

The presentation of database points can be made in different ways on the chart. Selecting

(ticking) the respective function starts the presentation. In addition there is a fourth setting,

which presents a label with the point name and comments, when the cursor is placed on the

database point.

Shows the database point symbols

Shows the database point names

Show the database point comments

Shows a label with name and comment when the cursor is on the database point

4.2.10 Configure

In the Configure menu some functions needs password and can only be set at installation.

Other functions can be set all the time.


4.2.11 Tides

The Tidal Prediction form is activated by clicking on the Tidal Prediction

menu item.

Current date and time are used as initial prediction time. The position for prediction can be set

either by selecting from a list of places or by clicking the button and then by clicking in the

chart on desired position.

Click the expansion button to show a list of Tidal Height Observation Points. The observation

points are also displayed as tidal height gauges in the chart.

To add a point: Click on the New Point button and then in the chart.

To delete a point: Select the point in the list, and then click the Delete Point button.

To update the name of a point: Select the point in the list, edit the name in the edit box and

click Update Point

Controls to set

prediction

Select prediction position by mouse

Select

prediction

Tidal heights

Expansion

Add a observation

Delete a observation

Edit box for point

Update observation

List of observation points

Tidal height gauge


4.2.12 About

Under the About menu the following can be selected:

See 4.2.12.1 See 4.2.12.2 See 4.2.12.3 See 4.2.12.4 See 4.2.12.5 See 4.2.12.6 See 4.2.12.7

4.2.12.1 System

This window shows various program data, which supply information about the installed version of

eGlobe and Kernel. Information about free memory capacity is also supplied.

The pane below shows status of the different Views and status of program threads.


4.2.12.2 Legend

The legends contains data about the installed software

and the system setup.


4.2.12.3 ECDIS Chart 1 (ECDIS Symbols)

The ECDIS chart 1 contains symbols used in the system and a color test diagram. Under each

key all symbols and colors used are presented.

ECDIS Symbols: Chart 1 overview

A,B 1: Information about Chart display 1

A,B 2: Information about Chart display 2

C, D, E: Natural and Man made features

F: Port features

H, I: Depth, currents etc

J, K, L: Seabed obstructions, pipelines etc

Nav symbols: Mariners navigational symbols

M: Traffic routes

N: Special areas

P,R,S,T,U: Aids and services

Q Simplified: Buoys and beacons

Q Traditional: Top marks

Color Test

Grayscale

Black adjustment symbols

Close the menu

Color palette used

Figure 3. ECDIS chart 1 Menu


Figure 4. ECDIS Symbols

Figure 5. Information about the chart display (A,B) 1


Figure 6 Information about the chart display (A,B) 2

Figure 7 Natural and man made features.(CDE)


Figure 8. Port features (F)

Figure 9. Depths, currents etc (H,I)


Figure 10. Seabed obstructions, pipelines etc (JKL)

Figure 11. Mariners navigational symbols


Figure 12.Traffic routes (M)

Figure 13. Special areas (N)


Figure 14. Aids and services (P,R,S,T,U)

Figure 15. Buoys and beacons –Simplified (Q)


Figure 16.Top marks traditional(Q)

Figure 17. Color test diagram


Figure 18. Grey scale

Figure 19. Black adjustment symbol IMPORTANT!!! If you cannot see or differentiate the lines on the screen of your ECDIS as shown on figures 17 an18 above with the brightness control correctly adjusted as per section 2.2.2 please call for service as your monitor needs to be re-calibrated.


4.2.12.4 Dictionary

In the dictionary form the user can get information of the charts objects with attributes. In the

drop-down list labeled Object all chart object classes are listed with their user friendly names

and their object token.

When an object is selected the following information is displayed: - Number of mandatory attributes. These are attributes that must exist for

the object. - Number of conditional mandatory attributes. These are attributes that

must exist if another mandatory attribute has certain values. If for example a buoy has a color attribute with two or more colors, a pattern attribute must also be defined.

- Number of optional attributes. - Object geometry. Can be POINT, LINE or AREA. - The list of attribute tokens is filled with values.

To get a description of an attribute, click on the token in the Token-list and the description is

displayed in the Description list.

Click the Mandatory, Cond Mandatory or Optional text box to fill the List labeled

Mandatory/Cond Mandatory/Optional with all attributes for the desired group.

4.2.12.5 Abbreviations

The abbreviations form shows an extract ( pages 88-89) from International Chart Series INT1

Symbols , Abbreviations ,Terms used on Charts ( 6. Edition 2008)


4.2.12.6 Information removed from standard display

A list of objects removed from standard display is displayed in this form.

When information is removed from standard display an indication is shown in the

upper left corner of the chart pane.

4.2.12.7 AIS Ship Database

During operation eGlobe is collecting ship data received on the AIS. Ship and voyage static

data is kept in a database ready to be displayed when another ship’s AIS first is heard, instead

of waiting for a scheduled static data message. When the AIS Ship Database menu item is

clicked, a form with ship data is displayed. The list is sorted by ship name. Double click the

ship name to expand/collapse the static data rows.


For every ship there is one record containing: - MMSI number - Call sign - IMO number - Size - Type of ship.

For every ship and every destination sent by the ship’s AIS there

is a record containing: - Destination port - Draught - ETA (month, day, hour, minute)


4.2.12.8 Symbol Function Bar

The symbol function bar contains quick selections for the most frequently used functions.

Clicking on the icon or the box activates the function or opens the respective window.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Figure 21. Symbol function bar 1 Selection of View 1. See also the chapter Views. 2 Selection of View 2. 3 Selection of View 3. 4 Selection of View 4. 5 Selects the Go To function 6 Shows the selected scale.

Tip! Left click in the window to bring out a menu for quick selection of scales. 7 Selects a larger / smaller scale in steps of one up or down. 8 Vector length. Display from 0 seconds to an optional number of minutes. 9 Increases / decreases the vector length. 10 Position of cursor.

Tip! Clicking in the position field activates the standard ruler showing bearing, reciprocal bearing, distance and ETA to cursor.

11 Shows if the chart is under process by the computer or the chart is ready. 12 Nav / Free, Nav = the chart follows the ship, Free = the chart does not follow the

ship. Tip! To switch to nav mode, press the ship symbol on the control unit or the Home key on the keyboard.

13 Day / night mode. Changes the program’s color setting to adapt it to the surrounding light conditions.

14 Selects day / night mode 15 Indication TM / RM (True Motion / Relative Motion) 16 Maneuvers TM / RM (True Motion / Relative Motion) 17 Indication North Up / Course Up / Head Up 18 Maneuvers North Up / Course Up / Head Up 19 Indication of actual view class 20 Maneuvers view class BASE / STANDARD / OTHER 21 Selects the Standard Display at the largest scale 22 Setting of a manual time mark on trail. 23 Activation of floating window for extra data. 24 Activation of the virtual control unit. 25 Selects function table Navigation 26 Selects function table Sensor channels 27 Selects function table AIS 28 Selects function table Chart query 29 Selects function table Edit route 30 Selects the Alarm list


4.3 Chart Pane

In the chart pane the selected chart is presented according to eGlobe. On the chart the

following information can be presented: • Own ship selected as Symbol, in Scale or Automatic, depending on the choice and selected

range. • Corner vectors, ship shadows, wind vector • Selected route or multi-route with waypoints and their turning radius or name. • Database points with names, comments and label • Ruler (3 types to choose; Free, Ship Free, Ship Fixed). • AIS target with ID and vector, headline, predictor (prerequisite: an AIS transponder must

be connected). • ARPA target with ID and vector (prerequisite: an ARPA radar must be connected). • The charts can be presented as Display Base, Standard dual selections and Other with

individual selections. Selected under ECDIS, View Class.

Figure 20. Chart pane with routes presented Figure 23. Chart pane with route presentation and own ship presented


4.3.1 Display Selection in Chart Pane

In the chart pane the following can be displayed: • The chart can be automatic selected to own ship position or manually selected.

In the ECDIS, view class (the key Ship on the Control Panel) the chart can be presented as Display Base, Standard or Other.

• In View 1-4 on the Symbol Function Bar, predefined chart pictures and settings of the ship presentation can be stored

• Selected Routes in the menu bar • Information selected in the Display Menu, see. 4.2.9.

Since the chart information is saved in layers, it is possible to present that information which

is of particular interest for one’s own navigation. It may, for example, be of minor importance

to see all the depth curves and point depths or text information in the chart. The View Class

dropdown list on the Symbol Function Bar allows quick selection of the level of detail in the

chart presentation.

Basic presentation according to ECDIS standard1)

Standard display, see also the STD button

Display of customized information on the chart

1) It is not possible to remove any information from the Display

Base.

4.3.1.1 Display Base

The Display Base contains the chart with sea and land contours.

Figure 24.Example of Display Base presentation


The Display Base is selected as shown below:

4.3.1.2 Standard Display:

The Standard Display adds on the following information: • Display Base • Drying line • Indication of fixed and floating aids to navigation • Boundaries of fairways, channels, etc • Visual and radar conspicuous features • Prohibited and restricted areas • Chart scale boundaries • Indication of cautionary notes.

Figure 25. Example of Standard Display presentation.

The Standard display is selected as shown below:


4.3.1.3 Other Information

Other Information can be composed in a special menu and the following information can be

selected • Past track • Light sector areas • Buoys, beacons, day marks, light floats/vessels • Administrative areas • New objects • Traffic routes • Restricted/cautionary areas • Information/protected areas • Swept areas and seabed dangers • Wrecks, pipes and cables • Major coastal features and landmarks • Natural features and shore structures • Shallow soundings • Deep soundings • Depth contours, currents, magnetics, tides • Services (pilot, signal stations) • Stations(radar,radio,coastguard,rescue) • Position lines (LOPs) • Non-important text • Zone of confidence pattern • Information points • Information about chart display • Shallow water area pattern • Unknown objects • Small craft facilities


The selection is made in the menu Select Chart Information:

The key Mark All selects all but not Light Sector Areas, Zone of confidence

pattern and Shallow water pattern. Each item can be selected individually.

The selected items will be presented on the chart.

Figure 26. Example of Other Information presentation


The Other Information is selected as shown below:

4.3.1.4 Display Motion/Moving the chart

The chart picture may be presented in RM (Relative Motion) or TM (True Motion). The

normal presentation is TM, where the ship moves in the chart picture, with a change of

pictures when the ship comes to the edge. In RM the ship stand still and all chart information

moves in small steps for each position change, the advantage being that you always have a

maximum lead.

The selection is made in the Symbol Function Bar.

4.3.1.5 Safety Contour

The Safety Contour value can be typed in an append menu. The contour is calculated as the

equal or the next deeper contour and presented on the chart as a “bolder” line compared with

other depth contours. See 20 meter curve below and further 4.2.8.1.

Figure 27. Safety contour presentation

Shallow Contour

The Shallow Contour is the depth contour on the shallow side of the

Safety Depth Contour. Value = 0.5 * of SET Safety Contour (here 10m). The Shallow contour

is calculated as the equal or the next deeper contour to that Value. Depending on the Depth

contours in the SENC the display of shallow contour may not be available.


4.3.1.6 Safety Depth

The Safety Depth value can be typed in an append menu. Soundings with values higher than

the Safety Depth will be “greyed out” and presented with Grey color. See further 4.2.8.2.

Figure 28. Safety depth presentation- Soundings with higher value than 50meters will be “grey”

The selection is made under the ECDIS menu:


4.3.1.7 Scale Bar

The Scale bar is shown in Display base when chart is presented in a scale of 1:80000 and

larger. The color is orange and black.

Each bar (red or grey) is 0.1 nautical mile in length.

Figure 29. Scale bar presentation

4.3.1.8 Latitude Bar

The Latitude bar is visible in Display base when chart is presented in a scale of 1:80000 and

smaller. The color is gray and black.

Each bar (black or grey) is 1 nautical mile in length.

Figure 30. Latitude bar presentation

4.3.1.9 Non-standard indication

When information is removed from standard display an indication is shown in the upper left

corner of the chart pane.

Figure 21 . Non standard indication.


4.3.1.10 Target ? –indication

In the upper right corner of the chart pane an indication is shown whenever the display of

targets (AIS/ARPA) is in a non-default mode.

To see the actual status place the cursor over the [Target ? ]-text.

Figure 22. All targets removed.

Figure 23. Filtering of sleeping AIS-targets

Figure 24. Lost target alarm disabled

4.3.1.11 SSE25- Expired cell permit warning

According to S63-standard a warning message SSE25 must be displayed whenever a chart

cell with a expired permit is displayed. In eGlobe the warning message is displayed in the

upper middle part of the chart pane see Figure 25. SSE25-warning

Figure 25. SSE25-warning

4.3.1.12 Incorrect day or time

Chart objects can have attributes specifying conditions varying in time. The default behavior

is to use current date as check date. The checking of date can be modified, and in non-default

modes an indication is shown in the upper left corner of the chart pane.


Figure 26.Non default checking of periodical attributes.


4.4 Function Tables

At the top of the function tables navigation data such as position, course,

speed and heading of the ship is displayed.

Position Source

Positioning system mode

Position lat/long with offset (if entered)

Course made good

Course/speed reference

Speed made good

Ship heading with reference

Eight alternative tables can be presented to the right-hand of the screen. For further

information about the function and contents in the respective tables, please refer to the chapter

Navigation.

Precision table Ocean table Docking table Sensor table


AIS table Chart query Route edit Alarm table Figure 27. Function tables


5 Prediction 5.1 General

One of the most advanced functions in eGlobe is the

possibility of prediction, which is the very essence of all

navigation and particularly useful in difficult waters with

poor visibility.

With prediction, a quick glance at the screen is enough to

verify that the requested maneuver is sufficient to go clear.

All predictor presentation is designed to show the trend

clearly with simple graphical elements without concealing

the chart picture.

One of the prerequisites for the predictor is the “virtual

antenna”, which makes it possible to correct the physical

placement of the antenna and present the antenna in the

ship’s turn center. This avoids parallax and position errors

in calculations and presentation.

5.2 Vector

The vector is the simplest type of prediction, which

only shows speed and course over ground. The

length of the vector represents the ship’s voyage

during the set time period for the vector. The heading projection, too, is shown as an

indication of the leeway.

The vector is suitable for use in open waters, where the predictors are often too sensitive,

since a ship at sea is normally allowed somewhat more space to move.

5.3 Predictor

The predictor is a more advanced type of predictor, which

graphically shows the integrated result of the ship’s speed

and course over ground and the rate of turn.

The predictor function is primarily intended for archipelago navigation and harbor approach,

and is particularly appreciated at poor visibility, strong winds and rapid-flowing water.

By selecting the Precision table or the Cross-over table, it is possible to change the predictor

characteristics. With the Precision table selected, the program’s filter characteristics are

adapted to use for navigation in narrow waters, where all tendencies must show quickly and

clearly. With the Cross-over table selected, the filters are adapted to give a more stable


predictor and calmer numeric data.

5.4 Full Predictor

The full predictor is a highly advanced graphical presentation of the

integrated result of the ship’s heading projection, speed and course

over ground and rate of turn. In addition to the turn prediction, this

predictor also shows the ship’s sweep area, which may be

considerable during a narrow turn with a strong side wind or flowing

water.

The function is primarily intended for archipelago navigation, harbor approach, steering and

putting in, and is particularly appreciated at poor visibility, strong winds and rapid-flowing

water.

The characteristics of the full predictor can be influenced with the Precision and Cross-over

tables.

5.5 Extra Vectors

Extra vector show the ship’s fore-and-aft and abeam

speed and the rate of turn (ROT).

The corner vectors are especially useful for very large

ships during complicated maneuvers at extremely low

speed, where they offer a very clear graphical illustration

of the totality of the ship’s motion.

5.6 Shadows

The presentation of shadows is not a prediction, but

shadows have a close relationship to prediction and

are therefore described here. The shadows show the

history in the form of a selectable number of ship

silhouettes that are drawn at a selectable interval.

They make it possible for the navigator to check

visually that the prediction is correct. Together, the shadows and the predictor clearly show if

the ship’s motion would diverge due to errors in the positioning or the compass.


5.7 Wind vector

The wind vector shows the wind direction and the wind

speed.

5.8 Trail presentation

The trail can be presented in a number of layouts. The

figure shows the normal presentation.


5.9 Docking presentation

The docking manoeuvre can be presented

in detail by use of functions extra vector

and the shadow presentation.


6 Chart Handling

IMPORTANT!!! To avoid viruses and to ensure the eGlobe system stability please use only a dedicated USB memory device to transfer chart data from other sources (e.g. communication computer) into eGlobe. Please mark this dedicated USB memory device with one of the “eGlobe” sticks provided.

6.1 Chart Handler

A special application Chart Handler is used to manage chart collection for eGlobe.

To start Chart Handler change to the Start Up menu application and select Chart Handler:

It is possible to use Chart Handler running together with eGlobe but for safety reasons we recommend that chart maintenance is done in the port when eGlobe is not used for navigation.

On a networked installation (Master - Back Up) we recommend to use always the same workstation for chart maintenance. All chard Data such as new SENC, Updates and Permits as applicable will be copied to another station(s) on eGlobe network.

6.2 Handling S-57 and S-63 Exchange sets – Chart Ty pe Selection

For S-57 Exchange Sets and S-63 data select type S-57/S-63 Charts.

For installing S-57 or S-63 Exchange Sets the mode View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts must be selected.

6.3 View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts

6.3.1 View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts in General

View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts is always ticked by default. This lists all available information on charts of the chart format currently installed.


View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts lists all found S-57 and S-63 Exchange Sets that can be installed onto the system.

User Interface for View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts

If no S-57 Exchange Sets are found in that drive a respective message appears. In that case mount a CD/DVD with the required data, or select another directory with the Browse button.

If a CD/DVD with a different chart data format is mounted e.g. the following message will be displayed:

Confirm the message if you want to install this data format. Click on No if you want to install S-57 or S-63 Exchange Sets, and select the path where the data is stored.

S-57 and S-63 Exchange Sets are delivered in a folder named ENC_ROOT. This folder contains the chart files and a catalogue file named CATALOG.031.

If no CD/DVD is automatically selected please select the directory where all Exchange Sets are stored using the Browse button.


Note:

Do not select ENC_ROOT directly! Always select the superior folder.

Chart List

The Chart List contains the following information:

Permit Status The status of the permit for the respective chart unit determining its validity period.

Data Type The type of the chart or exchange set.

Chart No The Agency Token of the producer. For the single charts the unique number the chart producer has assigned to the chart/chart set is displayed.

Chart Title The descriptive name of the S-57 Exchange Set, e.g. Dover Strait.

Charts The number of charts contained in the respective Exchange Set.

Permits The number of permits contained in the respective item (Exchange Set).

Updates The number of update files belonging to the respective Exchange Set and the single S-57 charts.

Issue Date The date the S-57 chart was made available by the data producer.

Msg An icon that – when clicked – displays information about the data set. This icon is only displayed in case a file README.TXT is available.

6.3.2 Actions of View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts

6.3.2.1 Actions of View Importable S-57/S-63 Charts - Overview

The following functions are available:

- Install Charts

- Update Charts

6.3.2.2 Install Charts

S-57

no permits required.

S-63

Note:

Please make sure the correct certificate (Primar.crt, ...) has been installed before installing S-63 charts. In case there is no correct certificate no charts will be installed.

Only after reading the permit files you can install the charts. Only charts with a valid


permit can be installed.

If you try to install an S-63 chart without a valid permit the following error message appears:

You can choose whether to install all charts or only selected ones.

After at least one item in the Chart List has been selected you can start the installation process.

Installation of Base and Update Cells and application of updates is processed cell by cell (i.e. chart file by chart file). This allows for cancelling without losing the installation state already achieved.

After they have been loaded the charts can be used without any restriction.

In case an exchange set includes e.g. .doc or .pdf files (i.e. different from those data allowed according to the S-57 standard) these files will be loaded as well.

6.3.2.3 Update Charts

If at least one item in the Chart List contains update files this button is used to start the updating process.

Due to various reasons, e.g. a wrong update number, it may happen that updates cannot be completely applied. In that case a warning message will be displayed (see below).

Warning Message: Not all chart updates could be app lied


6.4 Validate

6.4.1 Actions of Validate

The following functions are available:

- Read Permit

- Check S-63 Permits

6.4.2 Read Permit (S57/S-63)

S-57 Exchange Sets are not protected, therefore permit files are not required.

Before importing the S-63 Exchange Sets it is necessary to read the permit file(s). Clicking on the Read Permit button opens a dialogue to select the permit file. This might be a file with the extension *.prm or *.txt. Permits may be delivered on a separate medium, or together with the charts on the CD.

File Selection Box for reading Permit Files

Having once been loaded the chart permits are permanently stored. Thus the respective charts can be read and displayed any time as long as the permit is valid. Even if you should ever delete one of these charts you will still be able to reload it.

6.4.3 Check S-63 Permits

Clicking on the Check S-63 Permits button opens a management dialogue which reads the file s63permits.txt. This file is part of the delivery and stored in ...\ChartHandler\data.


Permit Management Dialog of the Function Check S-63 Permits

The dialogue shows all installed S-63 Permits. For each permit it lists status, expiry date, cellname for which the permit is valid and if available, the DataServer (Producer) of the permit.

It is possible to select single permits by checking the respective box in the Permitstatus column.


Colours

white still valid for more than 30 days

yellow still valid for less than 30 days

red expired permit

Delete Expired Permits

If this option is checked all expired permits will be deleted when the Delete button is clicked.

Delete All Permits

If this option is checked all permits will be deleted when the Delete button is clicked.

Deselect All

If this option is checked all manually selected permits in the dialogue will be deselected.

Delete will delete the permits as specified by the different options, or only those manually selected.

Whenever Delete is clicked the existing s63permits.txt is renamed s63permits.bak. Any previously saved s63permits.bak is deleted.


6.5 View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts

6.5.1 View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts in General

After the successful installation of S-57 or S-63 Exchange Sets all installed charts are listed when View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts mode is selected.

View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts

Chart List

The Chart List contains the following information:


Data Type The type of the chart. S-57 Exchange Sets are displayed as S-57 Base Set. S-63 charts are displayed as S-63 Chart.

Chart No. The Agency Token of the producer. For the single charts the unique number / cell name the chart producer has assigned to the chart is displayed.

Chart Title The descriptive name of the Exchange Set, e.g. Dover Strait.


Edition The edition of the exchange set and for the single charts the edition number of the chart and the number of applied updates is displayed.


Updated For the exchange set the date when it was last updated.


6.5.2 Actions of View Installed S-57/S-63 Charts

The following actions are available for installed S-57/S-63 Charts:

Remove Invalid Charts

This function removes all charts without a valid permit. Since S-57 Exchange Sets do not require permits it is recommended to use the button Remove Charts instead.

Remove Charts

With this button it is possible to delete selected charts including all updates, or the complete exchange set with all chart files.

See Updates

This function allows viewing installed updates in a modified version of the overview window

6.5.3 Actions and Error logs

By use of Save Log command it is possible to save selected Actions and error logs on the external media e.g. USB stick for future reference.


6.6 ChartHandler Wizard

The Wizard is available when ChartHandler is started. Open the Wizard by clicking on Start Wizard for Chart Actions at the top of the ChartHandler interface.

The Wizard offers to comfortably

� install new charts

� update charts

� remove charts

You will be guided step by step.

The Wizard can read all chart permits. It can read various chart CDs one after another.

Note:

To ensure that the latest chart version is stored updates should always be read last.

ChartHandler Wizard

All actions can also be performed by hand after closing the ChartHandler Wizard. Please refer to chapters 3 – 8 for the different data types.

6.7 World Data Set

The shipment of Chart Handler includes the World Data Set, i.e. a set of simplified charts (usage Overview) covering the whole world. However, these charts should not be used for navigation but allow for better orientation.

The World Data Set is installed in data/denc/cells.


6.8 ACES Chart Data The eGlobe system is pre-filled with ACES chart data (SENC/S63). The loaded chart collection needs to be updated as part of the commissioning routine. Please refer to ACES Getting Started Guide for instructions.

6.9 The User Interface of the Main Dialogue Window

User Interface of the Main Dialogue Window

1. Start Wizard for Chart Actions function button

2. Selection and Action Section

3. Chart List

4. Chart Coverages

5. Advanced Functions

After calling ChartHandler and closing ChartHandler Wizard the main dialogue window opens. Top left under Select Chart Type the format of the charts to be displayed can be selected. This can be S-57/S-63, directENC. Type formats ARCS, VPF (DNC/VMAP) or BSB are not supported in eGlobe.


6.10 Selection and Action Section

Selection and Action Section

Select Chart Type

In this box you can select the (technical) chart format or product for which you need information.

S-57 means charts that are organised in so-called 'Exchange Sets'.

S-63 is the same format, but the charts are encrypted (formerly known as 'PRIMAR' standard).

Clicking directENC lists information on directENC chart units.

Select Mode

In this box you can choose whether you want to see information on charts already installed on your system, or on those found in a source directory (e.g. CD or some directory on the disk).

You can select a directory by clicking on Browse. Please note that information is displayed only for the Chart Type previously selected in the Select Chart Type section.

Checking Show Chart Coverages will open an Overview Chart displaying the rectangles showing the coverage area of charts currently displayed in the list.

Validate

Read Permit opens a file dialogue for selecting Key or Permit files to be installed in the Permit database.

To install protected charts (S-63, S63x, direct ENC) appropriate Permits/Keys are required. Only unprotected S-57 Charts or custom-created directENC Chart Units can be installed without any permits.

Action

� Install Charts is enabled if charts are highlighted in the list below, and installs the selected charts to your chart database. Protected charts can be installed only after having installed the necessary keys or permits (See Validate above).

� Remove Invalid Charts is available for charts which require a valid permit. This function removes all charts without a valid permit. Since S-57 Exchange Sets do not require permits it is recommended to use the button Remove Charts instead.

� Remove Charts is enabled if charts are highlighted in the list below, and removes the selected charts from your chart database.


� See Updates is enabled after a successful update of charts in the database, and opens a dialogue showing chart symbols previously changed by the update.

� Create Chart Unit opens a file dialogue for selecting S-57 Base Cells to be contained in a directENC Unit, and installed to the chart database.

� Install ENCs is only available in directENC mode and allows to install ENCs (S-57 files) instead of directENC charts.

� Update Chart Unit opens a file dialogue for selecting S-57 Update Cells to be applied to the installed charts of the chart database.


6.11 Chart Coverages

To open or close the Chart Coverages window select or deselect the Show Chart Coverages box in the Select Mode section.

Dialogue window ChartHandler with no chart selected

The Chart Coverage section of the ChartHandler window shows the bounding boxes of the charts available in the set. Selecting a chart in the list highlights the chart in the display. Clicking on a position in the Chart Coverage highlights the chart(s) and the corresponding list entries.

The chart section displayed can be shifted by clicking on the eight red arrows surrounding the display.

Moreover, the size of the chart section can be enlarged by resizing the window using the left mouse button.

Ticking Select bottom left allows to select charts.


Dialogue window ChartHandler with selected chart

Zoom

ChartHandler offers various methods to zoom in and out:

to zoom by drawing a rectangle enclosing the area to be enlarged.

to increase or decrease the display scale around the chart centre.

to open the drop-down list, and select the display scale


6.12 Chart List

6.12.1 Chart List in General

Depending on the selected Chart Type and Select Mode certain information is displayed in the Chart List:


Data Type The type of the chart or exchange set.

Chart No The Agency Token of the producer. For the single charts the unique number the chart producer has assigned to the chart/chart set is displayed.

Chart Title The descriptive name of the Exchange Set, e.g. Dover Strait.


Scale The scale of the chart.

Plans The number of chart insets / plans.

Edition Edition No. of the chart unit.

Permits The number of permits contained in the respective item (Exchange Set).

Updates The number of update files belonging to the respective Exchange Set and the single charts.

Updated The date the chart was last updated.

Issue Date The date the chart was made available by the data producer.



6.12.2 Expandable Items

In the Chart List the items are expandable. When expanded all contained charts are listed:

Not expanded S-57 Exchange Sets

Expanded S-57 Exchange Sets

6.12.3 Permit Status

No permit existing

No permit file has been loaded yet.

Date displayed is the expiry date.

Yellow background: validity will expire soon (i.e. less than 31 days).

Permanently valid.

Chart unit contains charts with different permit validity.

No permit required, unlimited validity.

6.13 Advanced Functions

To open or close the Advanced Functions select or deselect the Advanced box below the Chart Coverages.


6.14 The User Interface of the See Updates Function

The function See Updates opens a modified user interface.

Dialogue window See Updates

At first the respective chart has to be selected from this drop down list:


Update List

The Update List contains the following information:

Action Information about the respective object, e.g. whether it has been inserted, modified, deleted.

Class S-57 Object Class.

Record ID ID of the feature object.

Update Info Information about the last update.

LAT Latitude of the position of the object.

LON Longitude of the position of the object.

Edition S-57 Edition of the cell.

Update Number of the update.

Applied Date when the file was installed (only for the base cell).

Issued Date when the file was first issued (only for the base cell).

Type Type of Update (automatic or manual)

When an object in the list is selected it will be focussed in the Chart Coverages window.

Purge Cell List

Removes invalid update entries, e.g. for S-57 Exchange Sets. In case charts have been removed before with Remove Charts the respective update information is removed, too.

Return to Chart Handling

On the right hand side, closes the update display and returns to the previous view.


6.15 Manual Updates

The chart information and Other Information in the SENC can manually be updated

temporarily until updated information is installed in the system.

The updates are stored in the system and will be overlay on the chart. The updates are

displayed automatically at start-up.

Manual Updates can be inserted to the system by use of the Pull-down menu Manual Updates

on the Menu bar under the Char heading.

Selection of chart to be updated

Review of inserted objects

View update log

Figure 35. Pull-down menu Manual Update


6.15.1 Updates to be inserted

By selecting the Edit line in the chart menu the following menu will be presented. This menu

is used to insert, delete, move, annotate or withdraw an object.

User id to be inserted

Area where information can be inserted

Object name to be inserted

Key for selection of objects to be inserted

Key for deletion of an inserted manual object

Key to move an inserted object

Key to annotate an inserted object

Key to withdraw an inserted object

6.15.1.1 Insert Object

By clicking on the Insert Object key, the following menu will be presented:

By double click on the desired object the pointer will be added with M. Point to the position

where to place the object and click.

6.15.1.2 Delete Object

An inserted object can be deleted. Click on key Delete

Object. The pointer will be marked with M. Point and

click on the object that shall be deleted. A menu will be

presented in which the object is described. Click on the

object in the description and click on the Delete button.


6.15.1.3 Move Point Object

An inserted object can be moved. Click on key Move Point Object. The pointer will be

marked with M. Point on the object and click. A Select Object menu will be presented. Click

on the object in the menu and click on the key Move. Click on the new position and the object

will be moved.

6.15.1.4 Annotate Object

By selecting the key Annotate Object, information about an object can be inserted into the

information area. Add this information to the object in the Chart Query Result list by clicking

the pointer marked with M on the object position.

6.15.1.5 Withdraw Object

A manual updated object can be withdrawn information of the object by clicking in the

Withdraw key and point the cursor marked with M and click.

A menu will be presented in which information about an object can be withdrawn.

Figure 36. Withdraw menu

6.15.2 Review of Manual Updates

The review of updates presents a menu where history of updates can be viewed.

Figure 37. Menu to present history of updates made


6.15.3 Update Log

All manual updates are recorded.

The manual update log can be viewed with the Update Log menu item.

Note: For Network configurations: When Manual updates are completed it is

recommended to exit eGlobe and run Chart Handler on the same eGlobe station. Even if

no other changes has been made to chart collection (e.g. ACES updates or new permits

loading) select to promulgate changes to ECDIS to synchronize ChartWork and Manual

updates works done to other eGlobe stations on a network. Make sure they all ON and

connected to network. Do NOT start Chart Handler on other stations.

6.16 Chart Work

The chart work menu is used for updating chart object list. New

object can be inserted and existing objects can be deleted.

Figure 38. Chart work menu


6.16.1 Insert a new object

Select an object in the list. See specification of each object below.

Press the key Insert New Object.

When selected object is an area or a line, draw it on the map and save

it to the database.

6.16.1.1 Insert a Danger highlight

A Danger Highlight can either be a point or an area. The point shall

be inserted on the chart. An area shall be drawn by use of the

trackball and click function.

6.16.1.2 Insert a Clearing Line

The Clearing line can be defined with three categories; Undefined,

NMT or NLT.

Draw the line on the chart by use of the trackball.


6.16.1.3 Insert an Event

Events can be inserted as points. The object name and user remark

shall be typed in. The time for the event will be set automatically.

6.16.1.4 Insert a Mariners feature

The Mariners feature can be inserted as Point, Line or Area.

The Object name and User remark shall be typed in.

The time for the event will be set automatic. The line and the area

shall be drawn on the chart.

6.16.1.5 Insert a Mariners note

The Mariners notes can be inserted as Point and the following

category of note can be selected: Undefined, Information or Caution.

The user remark shall be typed in.

Recorded date will be set automatically.


6.16.1.6 Insert a Tidal stream

Tidal streams can be inserted on the chart as Points. The Category of

current can be selected as: Undefined, Predicted or Actual.

The Current strength and orientation have to be typed in.

Local time will be set automatically.

6.16.2 Delete Existing Object

An existing object can be deleted by pressing the key Delete Existing Object and pointing on

the object on the chart and click.

Note: For Network configurations: When chartwork is completed it is recommended to

exit eGlobe and run Chart Handler on the same eGlobe station. Even if no other changes

has been made to chart collection (e.g. ACES updates or new permits loading) select to

promulgate changes to ECDIS to synchronize ChartWork and Manual updates works

done to other eGlobe stations on a network. Make sure they all ON and connected to

network. Do NOT start Chart Handler on other stations.


7 Configuration 7.1 General

The pull-down menu Configure is used to select basic settings in eGlobe. The settings for

navigation and ship presentation are made at System set-up. The submenu Communication

Settings is used for setting the communication via the computer’s serial ports and for the

selection of GPS receiver; it is also used for the settings required if eGlobe runs in a network.

The submenus for selection of System and Communication settings are protected by

password.

See Technical Description See Technical Description Connect directory to view. Saves settings

7.2 Connect directory to view

In eGlobe you may use different chart material ( S-57, S-63,

PRIMAR, ChartWorld, Adveto Charts etc) The chart

information in a specific directory is then ”linked” to a

“View” key to enable quick selection of the material you

want to look at.

7.3 Save

• View Settings for View: 1- 4

It is possible to save only the settings connected to the actual chart and the actual view presented (center position, zoom, chart level etc)

• All settings Save all settings in eGlobe

7.4 Password Handling

Some of the configuration settings are hidden under password.

See Technical Description.


8 Navigation Digital charts can be presented in the views (1-4). Navigation is made by use of a selected

route that is displayed graphically on the chart.

A number of help tools are available. The navigation instruments make it easy to follow the

planned route with consideration to the current leeway. Other tools are: vectors, heading

projection and trails, drawn on the chart close to the ship.

8.1 Navigation mode

The chart presentation can be position-controlled or free. In position-controlled navigation,

the picture moves so that the ship is always visible on the chart. In free navigation, the picture

can be moved with the trackball or arrow keys. Currently active navigation mode is indicated

by ”Nav” or “Free” on the symbol function bar.

8.2 Selection of views

Views refer to pre-defined chart pictures and settings of the ship presentation as well as tools

with various settings. Each view can be selected as free (i.e. frozen in the current position) or

NAV (the chart picture follows the ship’s motion).

N.B.

All settings under the menus ECDIS and Display are unique for each view. Consequently,

each view may have completely individual and unique settings, and clicking on the respective

views is a quick way of switching between these settings.

The “View buttons I-IV” can be used to switch between views quickly and conveniently.

Below is a proposal for how to use the views.

View 1 – Navigation, zoomed in

View 2 – Navigation, overview

View 3 – Harbor, presentation of the next harbor

View 4 – Especially difficult navigation leg in the route

By “right-clicking” with the trackball-button, a new

view can be created over the cursor position and

selected to one of the views.

The cursor position will be the center of the new

picture.


“Save All settings” in the menu “Configure”

makes the view definition permanent.

Also changes in the set-up for the respective views are saved.

8.3 Goto Position

The function Goto, on the symbol line, lets you

enter a position manually and then click on [OK],

whereupon the chart picture “jumps” to this

position. In addition, it is possible to enter a

waypoint position and add it to the route by

clicking on [Insert WP] without having to find the position in the chart.

8.4 Zoom-Selection of Scale

The simple way of changing the scale quickly is to make a left key click on the scale

value in the symbol line and selecting the required scale in the popup menu.

There are several alternative methods for zooming in and out in the chart: • Zoom in / out by clicking the buttons arrow up/arrow down next to the

scale selection part • PgUp on the keyboard zooms out, PgDn zooms in. • The easiest way is to use the control unit: Zin and Zout. • The control unit offers an additional possibility of changing quickly

between pre-set scales by use of the keys “bay zoom” and “pier zoom”, if these functions have been set for the control unit.

8.4.1 Over Scale

When the information is displayed at a larger scale than that contained in the ENC a

vertical line pattern is presented.

Figure 39. Over scale pattern


8.4.2 Chart boarder

If the own ship’s position is covered by an ENC at a larger scale than that

Currently presented, the ENC chart boarder will be drawn and presented as a magenta colored

line in the chart.

Figure 40. Chart boarder.

8.5 Vector length (speed over ground)

The length of the course and speed vector for own ship and for AIS and

ARPA targets can be changed in steps of 1 minute. Also to 0 seconds,

15 seconds and 30 seconds. The vector time is displayed on the symbol function bar. 1. Press the button arrow up/arrow down on the symbol function bar. 2. Press the up button to increase the vector time, e.g. from 1 minute to 2 minutes.

The vector shows the estimated position after 4 minutes voyage. 3. Press the down button to reduce the vector length

⇒ The vectortip shows the estimated position for the defined time.

8.6 Cursor position

The symbol function bar shows the current cursor position; activation of a ruler changes the

display to current bearing and reciprocal bearing plus distance in meters or Nm to the cursor.


8.7 Time Label Interval

8.7.1 Setup Time Label Interval

The Position Label Interval can be inserted manual in the menu.

8.8 Show Nav status

The Nav status indicator shows how the system loads and symbolizes the charts; it is also

used to show if a connected transponder has received a text message. When a chart picture is

redrawn, the computer fetches (Load) the information from the hard disk, followed by a

symbolization (Symb), whereupon the information is drawn in the background. When

everything has been drawn, the picture changes and the new picture is presented (Ready).

Flashing green indicator means that the program has received a text message from the AIS

transponder. See the section ”Extended AIS table”.


8.9 Selection of day/night presentation

The function Day/Night presentation changes the colors and the intensity on the

screen to adapt to surrounding light conditions. There are three possibilities

to change the presentation: Via the symbol function bar, control panel and via

the keyboard.

1. Press the D/N button on the control unit to choose between the different day and night

alternatives. 2. Select in the drop-down menu on the symbol function bar Day/Night. 3. Press the END key on the keyboard. The alternatives will step from Day H to

Night ⇒ The selections represent different color scheme standards according to ECDIS

specification.

Warning: Use of the brightness control may inhibit visibility of information at night!

When changing the brightness the indicator on the symbol bar will display

DRAW which means the map is drawn on the display.


8.10 Selection of route Creation of new routes, see the section Route preparation.

1. Press the button [Route] on the control unit 2. Select a route with the arrow keys on the control unit 3. Press the button [%] (Enter) on the control unit

or, via the menu bar, select

1. “Route” 2. “Open route” 3. Click on the required route 4. Click on [Open]

⇒ The route is presented on the chart.

8.10.1 Route Monitoring

The route can be monitored during navigation. The own ship position can continuously be

supervised and if the deviation is larger than defined an alarm will be given.

8.10.1.1 Next waypoint

See 8.12.1

8.10.1.2 Final waypoint

See 8.12.1

8.10.1.3 Dangerous Objects

Dangerous objects can be monitored during route monitoring.

The menu Dangerous Objects, Source Route monitoring will be presented.


8.10.2 Deviation from Route, XTE

Deviation from route is set in the Edit function table either as a cross-

track-error-limit (XTE-limit) or a course limit. The value 0 (zero)

means that no checking is done. When actual value exceeds the limit

an alarm is given.

Figure 41. Limit of deviation, XTE- limit/ Course Limit.

8.11 Setting of Safe Navigation Values

Values for alarm or indication of Air draught and Safe

distance can be set in the Safe Navigation Values menu.

The following menu will be presented.


In the menu the Air Draught and Safe Distance can be set in m.

The Warning Time can be set in hours, minutes and seconds. The

Wheel-Over-Alarm time can be set in hours, minutes and seconds.

The ship’s entering of Special Condition Areas can be selected as

alarm or as indication.

8.12 Navigation tables

There are different navigation tables, which supply continuous graphical and numerical

information as to how the ship follows the current route. In addition, there is continuous

position quality display.

8.12.1 Precision table

The precision table is especially intended for navigation in archipelagos and narrow waters. It

presents numerical and graphical information, which with very high precision guides the

navigator in following the current route. The instrument shows with meter precision exactly

how the ship adheres to the route. During turns the instrument shows a turn prognosis as an

indication of how optimally the turn will be completed.

In addition, filter parameters in the program are adjusted for prompt indication of tendencies

in ship symbol and numerical values, which helps the navigator to see any tendencies in the

ship’s motion at a very early stage.

Figure 42. Navigation table, Precision

Mode selection buttons Date

Course of current leg Course of next leg

Name of next ETA point

Cross track divergence from

current leg Schematic Ship Symbol

Selectable info box Click on label to select

Navigation Instrument

Selectable info box Click on label to select

Time to sail to next WOP

Distance in NM or

meters to next WOP

Name of next Waypoint

Date for ETA to next ETA-point

ETA or Time to next ETA-DGPS box, see sep

description

Difference in position

between primary and Time and Time Zone


8.12.2 Ocean sailing table

The ocean-sailing table is intended for navigation over open water. It presents numerical and

graphical information, which guides the navigator in following the current route. The

instrument is designed to guide the navigator clearly and optimally the straightest way in the

route even in rapid-flowing water.

The box HTS (Heading To Steer) shows the course through water that the ship must steer to

compensate for wind drift, water streams and gyrocompass errors in latitude and speed.

The filter parameters are adjusted to give a calm and stable presentation of ship symbol and

numerical values even in bad weather.

Figure 43. Ocean sailing table

Mode selection buttons

Course of current leg

Date

Course of next leg

Navigation instrument

Schematic ship symbol

Cross track divergence from current leg -numerical

-graphical

Course to steer Heading to steer

Name of next waypoint Distance to next waypoint

Date/Time to sail to next waypoint in route Name of next ETA point

Date or number of days for arrival to next ETA point ETA or Time to next ETA

DGPS box, see sep description Position difference between

primary and secondary pos.

Time and Timezone


8.12.3 Navigation instrument

The navigation instrument is a graphical two-dimensional description of the ship’s situation

relative to route. The scale normally goes in steps of 10 meters but may be changed in the

menu “Configure”.

The ship can be shown in scale or showing drift – double-click the ship symbol to change the

display. We recommend strongly for navigation: “ship – showing drift” • “Showing drift”, the drift is presented graphically as the ship’s turn in the

instrument, and tendencies to a course drift are shown even before the drift is a fact. If the antenna has been moved out as a ”virtual antenna”, the instrument shows the position of the virtual antenna.

• “Ship in scale”, the display is enlarged compared to the chart and the ship’s turn presents the actual heading direction relative to route.

8.12.4 Navigation instrument information during str aight travel

The numbers at the top represent planned route courses – current course to the left, and course

after next turn to the right.

The number at the bottom represents the lateral divergence from the route in meters. The

arrow in front of the lateral divergence indicates starboard or port divergence.

Ship symbol - showing drift Not showing drift Double click for changing between showing drift –or not Figure 45. Precision navigation instrument


8.12.5 Navigation instrument information during tur n

During a turn, the instrument shows a prognosis of how the turn will be carried out to for

optimal entry into the new (next) leg of the monitored route.

Figure 46. The navigation instrument during turn

Turn prognosis, diverg. completed turn (graphically)

Next course to steer

Course to steer when the

turn is completed <<Turn<< indicates turn to port

Prognosis in meters


8.12.6 Docking table

The docking table is intended for harbor maneuvers or other precision maneuvers. The

presentation is selected to give an integrated illustration of all ship movements with high

resolution and great precision. The table shows course, fore-and-aft and abeam speed, RoT as

well as wind direction and wind velocity. It is possible to supplement the display with data for

pitch or throttle-up as well as rudder display.

Figure 47. Docking table

Time and Time zone

Position difference between

primary and secondary pos.

DGPS box, see sep

description

Transverse speed

Wind speed, true and relative

True wind direction

Heading

Turnrate

Turnrate indicator

Date Mode selection buttons


8.12.7 GPS status

One of the corner-stones for exact positioning is to have control over possible errors from the

D-GPS receiver. The fact that position errors may appear at random and often in harbor areas

and narrow waters, where the need for high positions quality is critical, calls for a quick and

clear indication.

With a standard D-GPS receiver, you will see if the D-GPS receiver receives valid

corrections, number of satellites used in the position calculation and position quality based on

used satellites.

With an eGlobe-compatible D-GPS receiver, you will have complete control of the position

quality, and with those ADVETO D-GPS receivers that make use of AIM technology,

position errors are indicated with a precision down to the decimeter. It is possible to change

frequencies on the IALA receiver or change the correction source. Critical data from the D-

GPS receiver are displayed continuously, and these data are weighed together and presented

as a line in the position quality indicator.

For extra clearness, the position quality indicator shifts colors at pre-set breakpoint values.

With an AIM-compatible ADVETO D-GPS, green field indicates a position quality of better

than 1 meter and yellow field a position quality of 1-5 meters. Read field indicates a position

error of 5-10 meters.

Figure 48. DGPS status instrument

GPS status: 1. Indication of “normal” GPS or differential GPS (GPS – DGPS). Should the

differential correction disappear, the field turns red and “GPS” is displayed. Should the positioning be lost completely, the field turns red and ”?????” is displayed; “No Nav” is then presented in the Nav Instrument.

2. Indicator for analogue display of position quality (best value to the left), green indicates good position quality, yellow = doubtful and red = bad.

3. Source of position quality (HDOP =”normal” DGPS receivers, AIM=Adveto Integrity Monitoring).

4. IALA lighthouse frequency in kHz, indication ”RDS” for RDS corrections 5. IALA lighthouse, signal strength for the diff. correction long-wave signal 6. IALA lighthouse, signal / noise ratio for long-wave signal. 7. Number of satellites used by the GPS receiver

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5 6

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8.13 Presentation during navigation

The following navigation tools are available: • The Nav instrument presents the ship’s position and movement relative to route • The route in its entirety is presented graphically with turning radius • The heading projection line shows the ship’s heading • The vector shows a prediction of the ship’s movement in the chart. • The trail shows the ship dead water • The ruler presents bearing and distance and “time to sail” to the cursor

Ship in scale Shadow

Heading - line

Wind vector and wind speed

Route presentation

Figure 49. Navigation presentation, straight course

8.14 Presentation before and during turn

The following turning tools are available: • The route in its entirety is presented graphically with the selected turning radius • The Nav instrument shows graphically the distance to the wheel-over-line. Simultaneously,

in the navigation-table the distance and Time-To-Go can be read.

• An acoustic signal indicates when it is time to start the turn (= when the wheel-over-line is

passed) • The Nav instrument presents the text “Turn” together with a turn prognosis, i.e. how the

ship is estimated to enter into the next leg of the route.


• The trail shows the completed part of the turn in the ship’s dead water

Figure 50. Ship presentation during turn.

8.15 Presentation during docking

The following tools are available during docking: • Nonagonal (9-corner) ship symbol according to scale • The heading projection line shows the ship’s heading • Shadows give a reference for the ship’s movement tendencies • Ruler for measuring bearing & distance and time • The function table Navigation shows, among other things, bearing and distance to mooring

position • The function table Sensors shows the current depth and the wind instrument shows the

wind load on the ship.

Ship in scale

Cursor Window with Waypoint

Bearing-Distance-Time

Prognosis in meters

Course to steer when

the turn is completed

Next course to steer

Turn prognosis,

diverg. completed turn

<<Turn<< indicates

turn to port


Figure 51. The ship during harbor maneuver with shadows

8.16 Man overboard, MOB

The function Man Overboard provides guidance back to the place where the MOB button on

the Control Panel was activated. The ordinary route is stored away, and bearing to the MOB

point is presented as an MOB route.

The program bar indicates that the MOB function is activated, see example below.

Figure 52. Program bar MAN OVER BOARD

The MOB point is clearly indicated in the chart picture< . The Navigation table with the

Nav instrument presents bearing, distance, time and steering guidance to the MOB point.


Figure 53. Man over Board, MOB

The MOB route can be saved with a new name, which will then show the position of the

MOB point.

The Man-over-Board function is ended by a new pressing of the MOB button, which brings

out a pop-up menu with the question “End MOB-activities?”.

Click Yes to interrupt the MOB activity. The ordinary route will then be restored

automatically.

8.17 ETA and time left to arrival

Optional waypoints (WP) and the end point can be defined as ETA points (= Estimated Time

of Arrival).The function table Navigation then displays either ETA or TIME (time left to

arrival) for one ETA point at a time.

Figure 54. ETA point

The ETA point is drawn and a waypoint surrounded by a double ring. See example above.

ETA/TIME is continuously calculated to the selected point. To get a stable ETA function,

there are filters in the system set-up that should be adapted to the ship in question.

8.17.1 Select ETA point 1. Press the button +-/ETA on the control unit 2. Press the + button to select the next ETA point in the route 3. Press the – button to select a previous ETA point

⇒ ETA or TIME left is presented in the function table Navigation

8.17.2 Toggle between ETA and TIME 1. Press the button ETA/TIME on the control unit (toggle function)

⇒ The time indication toggles between ETA and Time left in the function table Navigation


8.17.3 Rapid select of an ETA-point

Put cursor in the name-field for ETA and click for a list

of all ETA-points in the route. Make a rapid selection of

an ETA-point by simply clicking on a point in list.

8.18 Change vector length (speed over ground)

The length of the course and speed vector can be changed in steps of 1 minute, and also to 0,

15 and 30 seconds. The vector time is displayed on the symbol function bar. 1. Press the arrow up/arrow down for the vector. One minute per step. 2. Press the up button to increase the vector time, e.g. from 1 minute to 2 minutes

⇒ The vector shows the position after 2 minutes voyage 3. Press the down button to decrease the vector length

⇒ The vector shows the estimated position for the defined time

8.19 Selection of trail

A trail presents the history of the ship movement (trail). A trail can be selected as: • Time Label Interval Defines time mark between 1-120 minutes. • Short, 10 min • Long approx. 48 hours. • Recorded, you will find an alternative, by which you can draw a 24-hour

recording without having to replay the entire recording.


Trails can be displayed in different ways:

Normal

Shows the ship’s voyage with colored points.

Emphasized

Show the trail with thicker points.

Depth Colors

Shows the depth in the form of points of different colors, where the color of the point

represents the depth from the connected echo sounder. There are two different color schemes,

one for shallow waters and one for deep waters. The color scheme may be changed freely in

the system set-up to suit individual requirements.

Depth Figures

Shows the depth as depth numbers from the connected echo sounder.

If an exact position determination of the depth recording is required, the virtual antenna must

be moved out to the point where the echo-sounder sensor is placed.

N.B. The trail setting does not affect the recording of data from echo sounder. The trail

display type can be changed freely at replay.

Recording of current depth can be corrected for draft and mean water level in the system set-

up; the depth saved in the recording will thereby be the true depth.

Short trail Depth figures Long trail

Figure 55. Trails

1. Select [Short] under the menu [Trail] ⇒ A short trail with a 10-minute history is presented

2. Select [Long] under the menu [Trail] ⇒ A long trail with a 48-hour history is presented ⇒ Select [Recorded] under the menu [Trail]


8.20 Selection of shadows

Shadows show the ship’s movement tendencies and present a history of the ship’s voyage.

Shadows can be configured with speed, time and quantity in the system set-up. Select [Shadows] under the menu [Display]

⇒ Shadows are presented on the screen

8.21 Position window

Always shown is the window with ship position in the selected geodatum. The displayed

position is the ships current position.

Figure 56. Own Ship position

8.22 Movable window

Click on the button [Movable window] on the symbol function bar to bring up a window for

presentation of navigation data in two fields using the data below.

CRS [ ° ] : Course

CTS [ ° ] : Course to steer

Depth [m] : Water depth

Dist1 [NM] : Sailed distance 1

Dist2 [NM] : Sailed distance 2

DTG [NM] : Distance to next ETA point

DWP [NM] : Distance to next WOP

Freq [kHz] : Tuned frequency for RTCM receiver

HDG [ ° ] : Heading

Leg [NM] : Sailed distance on actual leg

Nr of Sat.s : Number of satellites used in GPS-receiver

Radius [NM] : Actual turning radius

ROT[ ° /min] : Actual turn rate

SNR [dB] : Signal-to-noise ratio for RTCM-signal

SPD [kn] : Actual speed

SS [uV/m] : Signal strength for RTCM-signal

WDI [ ° ]T : True wind direction

WSP [m/s]T : True wind speed

XTE [m] : Cross track error deviation


The arrow in the right section of each field activates a drop-down list with available

selections. Clicking in the list selects the value to be

presented in the movable window.

Figure 28. Movable window

8.23 Rulers

There are four different types of rulers used for measuring in the chart.

The standard ruler goes from own ship to the cursor. Information about bearing, distance, and

“time to sail” from ship to cursor is presented in the field “Cursor position” on the symbol

function bar.

The standard ruler is started by either clicking in the field “Cursor position” or pressing the

ruler button on the control unit.

Figure 57. Standard ruler

Three other rulers are activated from the menu.

Information about bearing, distance and time is shown in the chart

picture.


8.23.1 Ruler Free

Measures between two optional points in the chart. The ruler moves with each clicking

Figure 58. Ruler Free

8.23.2 Ruler Ship Free

Measures from the ship with unchanged relative bearing and distance.

8.23.3 Ruler Ship Fixed

Measures from the ship and is fixed to any point in the chart, by clicking with pointer,

whereby the ruler continuously will display bearing and distance between the ship and the

locked chart position.

8.24 VRM – EBL - ERBL

This function is enabled by a right-click in the chart

at a position where the VRM/EBL-ruler is wanted.

Choose “Tools”, then pick EBL, VRM or ERBL.

The ruler can have its origin in the conning position

or in any position(free). If the chart pane is in nav

mode when the ruler is created ruler origin is

conning position, otherwise ruler origin is free (not

moving with the ship). The ruler origin can be toggled by pressing <F7>.


Figure 29. Rulers

A ruler in free mode can be moved by placing the cursor over the circle showing the origin.

Press the right mouse button and keep it down during movement to a new origin. Release the

mouse button to lock.

For both moving and free rulers bearing/distance values can be changed by using the same

technique as above but on the measuring point.

All ruler actions using keyboard keys implies the cursor placed over origin or measuring

point.

The <F8> key changes the offset of the ruler making the measuring point to a new origin.

Pressing <F8> again will make the conning position to origin. See Figure 41.

Figure 30. Create ruler - Press <F8> for offset - Move the measuring point

The key <F9> toggles the display of bearing between bearing and bow angle.

Figure 31. Bearing and relative angle display

For a moving ruler the default condition is a moving measuring point.

Use the key <F10> to switch between locked and moving measuring point.

When a ruler is no longer needed it can be removed by pressing the <Del> key.


8.25 Tidal heights

There are two methods to choose site or place for the tidal-prognosis, one is “Select

place” where suitable place can be chosen from list or “select position for prognosis

with the cursor”.

Datum-time can be set under “Year-Month-Day-Time”.

8.26 Route planning – ETA

A prognosis for ETA can be made by manually writing Date - Time under

“Departure” above.

ETA will then be calculated on rows under “Departure”.


9 Function tables Sensor channels & Chart query

9.1 General

The Sensor table shows data from connected wind instrument and echo sounder. In addition,

it may be used to handle the sensor channels.

9.1.1 Selection of Sensor table

Click the Sensor table button on the symbol function bar

⇒ The function table Sensor channels is displayed Normally, eGlobe is configured for automatic connection of the sensors; under Sensor channels you may, however, connect and disconnect them manually by clicking on the respective button. The wind window shows relative or true wind direction and wind force with digits and a vector. The echo-sounder window shows current depth in figures, and a time chart shows the history. Under System set-up, you may make adjustments for the difference between turner and water surface plus an offset for mean water level.

Figure 60. Sensor table

Double click the echo sounder graph to display a pane to edit the

maximum depth for the three depth ranges.

Press OK to return to normal display.

Click the expansion button to view navigation data input.


In the source frame the input channel to be viewed is selected. Options Thread Loop and Dynamic Timer are for service engineer use. The Pause/Play buttons make the display of data to stop/start. The display mode can either be Data or Serial Status. Serial status shows serial communication parameters and will NOT work together with SCU input channels, only with serial input cards.


9.2 AIS transponder and ARPA targets

9.2.1 General

Automatic Identification System, AIS, means that ships equipped with an AIS-transponder,

will transmit their own position (and other data). This data can be presented onboard other

ships.

The AIS-standard is a global world standard according to IMO.

It states that all ships with gross tonnage of over 300 tons must be equipped with AIS.

As a standard, eGlobe has highly advanced possibilities of receiving data from AIS-equipped

ships. The information that can be presented is: name, call signal, MMSI number, speed,

course over ground, heading, position quality, draft, destination and, in addition, the ship’s

actual size.

It is also possible to send text messages to other AIS-equipped ships in the area, e.g. with a

request for passage or the like.

ARPA targets from own radar can be presented in the chart picture the same way as AIS

targets. In addition, EBL and VRM and cursor position from the radar can also be presented

in the chart.

9.2.2 AIS and ARPA presentation in the chart

AIS and ARPA targets are presented in the chart automatically See the figure below.

• AIS targets are presented with their names, e.g. SANDY HOOK. • Radar targets are presented as ”Radar and a consecutive number”, e.g. Radar601 • A simple presentation of data will be achieved by placing the cursor on the target, e.g.

TANKER • A ”single click” on the symbol toggles between active and sleeping mode. • Meteorological information from weather stations can also be displayed in the chart

presentation. • Aids-to-navigation e.q MALMOE REDD is displayed as a diamond. • The AIS with MMSI 211000777 is a SAR aircraft • The AIS Sart is displayed as a circle with a cross.


Figure 61. AIS and ARPA presentation in the chart

9.2.3 AIS table

1. Click the button for AIS table on the symbol function bar. ⇒ The function table AIS data is presented with the following functions:

• List of available AIS and ARPA targets • When selecting an AIS or ARPA ship, detailed data are showed in the field • Automatic tracking of ships is a selectable feature • “Double-clicking” on the target in the chart picture highlights the ship in the table list. • To search for a specific target, enter a name in “Find ID”.


Figure 62. AIS table

9.2.3.1 Sort Order and Search ID

Click the button to display the Sort Order-Search ID

frame.

The default sort order for AIS-targets is distance from own ship but it can be changed to Call

Sign, MMSI Number or IMO Number. In normal display mode Ship Name and one of the sort

order criteria are displayed. Click on the column header “Ship Name“ to get the list sorted by

ship name. To return to the previous sort order just click on the other column header (for

example “Dist”).

To search a list for a certain Ship Name enter a part of the name in the Search ID text box and

click on the Search Button. If the search has one match the target list and target data fields

will display info about the ship. If the result is more than one ship the Search Result list will

Button to display Extended

Button to show Sort Order-

AIS/ARPA Target list

Follow Target checkbox

Target Data

Limits for collision alarms Set Pasttrack length

Set Target highlight status


be displayed. Click on the row with the ship you want as the active ship.

9.2.3.2 Follow current target

By ticking the box “Follow current target” in the AIS Table, the target selected in the AIS list

will be followed, and the chart picture will switch automatically when the target reaches the

edge of the chart picture.

N.B. Own navigation will be disengaged in the view that follows a target. To resume own

navigation in the selected view, clear the box “Follow current target” and press the ship

button.

9.2.4 Extended AIS table

The AIS table can be enlarged with the e3xpand button at the top right, which results in

display of the extended AIS table where data

sent out from own ship can be viewed. If the

AIS

transmits alarm messages to the ECDIS the

status is displayed here.

Close the extended AIS table by clicking on the key < at the top or by pressing the ship key.

Under “Incoming Text messages” is it possible

to receive text messages. (Only when

“READY”-filed light green. (Field 11 on symbol function bar)


Under “Outgoing Text messages” is it possible

to send text-messages: Send to chosen receiver

or send broadcast.

Close the extended AIS table by clicking on the key < at the top or by pressing the ship key.

9.2.5 Send text message easy

An alternative way to send text-messages is to simply mark target in chart then right-click

twice, now following menu comes up:

Fill in message-field with desired text and click

“Send addressed”

In message-field desired text can be entered in 3

ways:

• With keyboard • With cursor and “the keyboard on screen” • With the “Hotkeys”

To program the “Hotkeys, first enter text for hotkey in message-field.

Then press the Shift-key and click simultaneously in

the message-field.

Choose hotkey to be programmed by pressing little

arrow on the right hand side and choose hotkey.


9.3 Chart query

Information about raw data in the chart can be presented in the function table “Chart query”.

9.3.1 Selection of Chart query table

Function table Chart query is selected in the following manner: 1. Position the cursor over the chart object that interests you. 2. Mid-button-click on the trackball

Info table about the chart query showing objects :

Figure 63. Chart Query

To view all attribute data for a chart object click on the object in the object result list. The

chart query function table will go expanded.

The attribute collection for an object can contain a reference to a text file. If so, an option

button “Text Info” will be visible. Click the button to view the file contents.


The attribute collection for an object can contain a reference to a picture file. If so, an option button “Picture” will be visible. Click the button to view the picture. To zoom and pan in the picture the mouse buttons have functions as follow:

- Left: Zoom in - Right: Zoom out - Pick (mid): Center the display over clicked point


10 Routes 10.1 General

eGlobe has one of market’s most advanced turn and route handling functions, which

continuously and optimally guides the navigator and supplies information as to how well the

ship follows the route and whether or not the time table will be upheld.

A unique eGlobe function is the dynamic F distance which (slightly simplified) can be

described as the lead required in order to start the turn so that the ship, regardless of its speed,

will actually start turning when it should.

Turning in eGlobe makes use of the internationally recognized methods ”Line of Turn” and

”Wheel over Point”, which offer superior security compared to the more traditional methods

”arrival alarm” and ”bisector”. The difference is illustrated by the figures below.

Figure 64. Dynamic F distance

The dynamic F distance automatically considers the ship’s speed, and the “Wheel-over-point”

(WOP) signal is issued in time for the ship to start the turn optimally and be able to carry it

through in a calm and safe manner. The setting of the dynamic F distance can be adapted to

each ship during the system set-up, since the differences are considerable between the

different types of ships.

Figure 65. Line of Turn

Idealtrack

Idealtrack

Start of turn, normal speed

Start of turn, slow speed


With “Line of Turn” turn handling and the dynamic F distance, you will enter the next leg of

the route in an optimal manner, even if you choose to go into the turn wrongly, e.g. due to

passing ship.

Figure 32. Bisector turn handling

Bisector turn handling produces a parallax error, which is as large when you come out of the

turn as when you enter it.

eGlobe also features the possibility of advanced control of auto pilot and DP system. eGlobe

corrects the auto pilot dynamically so that the ship automatically can follow the route with

very high precision. Integrity is maintained, since eGlobe and the auto pilot exchange data

continuously. In case of impaired integrity, the system automatically issues an alarm.

Please observe that the advanced control of autopilot described above must be approved

before taken into service.

Routes are used for • planning the voyage • reference for the Nav instrument’s information about leeway and lateral

divergence • ETA calculation during the voyage • Automatic change of scales • print-out of “voyage plan” • Information to auto pilot for ”Track” control

Routes can be produced with the following methods: • Laying waypoints straight the chart picture • Input of waypoint positions via the keyboard • Importing an existing route from some other system • Editing an existing route

10.2 Route settings

Before creating a route, you should check the route settings.

Idealtrack


Select “Route – Edit Route” on the menu bar.

Enter default values for the following settings at the top of the route editing window: • Std Radius – the normal turning radius for the ship in question. Proposed values:

� Pilot and archipelago boat = 0.1 nm � Catamaran = 0.3 � ”Manually steered” ship = 0.5 � “Radius-steered” ship = 1.0

• StdSpeed – “Cruising speed” for the ship • Pres – Geodatum in the waypoint list: default = WGS84 • Inp – Geodatum for input of WP: default = WGS84


10.3 Route preparation with the cursor

10.3.1 Create new route

If there is already a route on the screen – make sure you save it before you continue! Select Rout Edit function table to enable route editing functions.

1. Press the button [Route] on the control unit 2. Select [Create New Route] and press the key %. Alternatively 1. Select [Clear Edited Route] in the menu [Route] by use of the trackball.

Figure 66. Insert waypoints Waypoints can be inserted in 3different ways

• Press the keyboard key [Insert] • Press the key [INS] on the control unit • Right-click and select “Insert Waypoint” in the pop-up window; then left-click to insert a

new waypoint. To complete “Insert Waypoint”, right-click once more and deselect the ticked box.

1 Place the cursor on the starting-point for the route 2 Insert a new waypoint as described above (creation of WP 0) 3 Place the cursor on the position of waypoint No. 1 4 Insert a new waypoint as described above (WP 1 is created and the name WP 1 is written) 5 Continue according to 3-4 above and lay off all waypoints to be included in the route

Figure 67. Adjust turn radius


6 The simplest way to change the turn radius of already laid waypoints is to place the cursor on the waypoint position; a square cursor is then displayed. You may now adjust the turn radius by pressing [+] or [–] on the keyboard or control unit.

7 Select the respective waypoint in the Edit route table and enter a suitable name, confirm with [OK]. This name will then be presented instead of the waypoint number.

8 Define ETA and Auto-Zoom points according to the respective descriptions below. 9 End and save the route with [Route] ⇒ [Save Route as] on the menu bar 10 Enter a suitable name with the keyboard and confirm with [Enter] The route is now completed and saved; its extension and characteristics can, of course, be changed at any time. If you want to save a change, select menu item [Route] ⇒ [Save Route] and changes will be saved permanently. Tip! The easiest way to create a route is to use a rather large scale to lay waypoints in their approximate positions and then zoom in and adjust each one carefully. The easiest way to adjust the waypoint radius is by use of the control unit. Names, speed limits, etc. (if any) may then be entered by use of the function table Edit route. When you double-click on a waypoint number in the route editing table, the presentation jumps to the next waypoint automatically. As the number of routes grows, it may become easier to open an existing route and change it to a new destination or pathway, rather than creating a completely new route. When an existing route has been changed as required, select [Save as] and enter a new route name.

10.3.2 Adjust waypoint position 1. Place the cursor on the WP that needs to be adjusted, so that the waypoint symbol

is activated. 2. Keep the right trackball button pressed down and drag the WP to a new position

⇒ WP is adjusted to a new position. Position data are presented in the cursor position window

10.3.3 Adjust waypoint turning radius 1. Place the cursor on the required WP 2. Press ”plus” or ”minus” on the control unit

Alternatively 3. Press ”plus” or ”minus” on the keyboard

⇒ The turning radius is changed

10.3.4 Insert waypoint

Example: a new WP is needed between WP 1 and WP 2 in an existing route.

1. Select WP1 by placing the cursor on the waypoint so that the symbol is activated,

or by selecting it in the route editing table. 2. Move the cursor to the position where you want the new WP 3. Press the INS key (Insert) on keyboard or control unit 4. A new WP is inserted after WP1 in the route and the waypoints after it are

renumbered


10.3.5 Delete waypoint 1. Select a WP 2. Press the DEL key (Delete) on the keyboard or control unit 3. The waypoint is deleted and erased in the list.

10.3.6 Define ETA points 1. Select a WP 2. Press the button “+-ETA” on the control unit

⇒ A circle (ETA indication) is drawn around the WP

10.3.7 Define auto-zoom points 1. Select a WP 2. Select the required scale with the arrow keys next to auto zoom in the Edit route

table.

10.3.8 Changing the Order of Waypoints

The order of the waypoint can be changed in

10.3.9 Alarms when Planning a Route

Alarms can be put in when planning and preparation a route.

10.3.10 Limit of Deviation from the Route

Cross-track-deviation from route is set in the Edit function table,

XTE-limit. Course-deviation from route is set in field Course

limit.

10.4 Route preparation with the keyboard

10.4.1 Enter waypoints for the route

A route can be created by input of positions in its waypoint list 1. Select “Route – New Route” on the menu bar 2. Select ”Route – Edit Route” on the menu bar 3. Press the INS key (Insert) on the keyboard (the cursor position is then indicated in

row 1) 4. Enter new values for the WP in the input row above the waypoint list


5. Press OK 6. Repeat items 3 – 5 above 7. Save the route by selecting ”Route - Save Route” on the menu bar.

Geodetic Geodetic datum for datum for Departure Departure OK or Undo Reverse Default Default presen- input time date Enter key route radius speed tation Edit fields WP ETA Name Lat Lon Turning Speed XTE- Delay Leg Leg Sail Nr Point radius limit in WP dist- Time mode Leg Course- Total Total course limit dist time

Figure 68. Waypoint list

10.4.2 Define speed between two waypoints

In Route preparation and ETA calculation, the speed is normally retrieved from the route set-

up according to the default value entered in the settings for the route. By changing the speed

on a specific number of legs in the route, possible temporary speed limitations or increases

can be considered in the ETA calculation. 1. Indicate the last WP in the leg where new speed shall apply 2. Enter the new speed in the input field above the waypoint list

⇒ The new speed will apply from the preceding WP to the selected WP


10.5 Edit route

All the described methods for creating a route can be mixed freely.

The easiest way to edit an opened route is to do it in the function table Edit route.

10.5.1 Selection of Edit route table 1. Click on the button “Edit route” on the symbol function bar.

⇒ The function table Edit route is displayed.

Figure 69. Route editing table Tip! Keep the Shift key pressed down when a waypoint is selected in the chart, and then move the cursor to the input field in the Edit route table for processing the waypoint.

10.6 Import route 1. Select ”Route - Import Route” on the menu bar

⇒ A pop-up menu is presented 2. Select a route from DATANAV or Atlas Track

⇒ The route is converted and loaded into the system 3. Select [Route] – [Save Route as] on the menu bar and enter a route name.

Keep in mind! Settings for ETA points and delays on a leg are not imported automatically. Must be done manually.

Waypoint number E in this box selects the point as ETA point

Waypoint name

Waypoint position Course to this waypoint

Course to next waypoint Turning radius in waypoint

Planned speed for the leg

Limit for cross track deviation

Limit for course deviation

Auto zoom range

Sail mode

Geodetic datum for input and presentation of WP position

Save changes to memory

Shows the Edit Route window

Selects alternatives in multi-routes

Undo last change

Do an antigrounding check

Do an antigrounding check whenever the WP position is

changed

Checking this box makes the list contain only the selected route

Waypoint list with scrollbar


10.7 Multi Routes

It is a great advantage to be able to handle and use Multi routes.

Depending on different alternative routes, in a fast and flexible way, route can be chosen

depending on weather, meeting with other traffic etc.

10.7.1 Making Multi Routes

It is relatively easy to make Multi Routes:

1. First make a normal route, the main route

2. Make an alternate route

3. Connect the alternate route to the main route

4. Other alternate route can then be made and connected.

First we make the main route as in example below, consists of WP0 to WP5:

Now the first alternate route will be made, remember that WP5 must be the waypoint that the

cursor “last touched”. In other words, do not touch any other waypoint with the cursor!

We will now make an alternate route from WP1, therefore lay cursor somewhere after WP1.

When connecting against the main-route the exact position is not critical, it should be

somewhere between WP1 and WP2.

The new waypoint on picture above is WP6.

Toggle Start Point Status: mark WP6 with cursor then press Shift-key and at the same time

left-click. Now choose “Toggle Start Point Status” as on picture below.


Carry on with alternate route by laying out complete alternate-route (WP6-WP7-WP8-WP9)

Mark once again WP6, press Shift-key and left-click, choose

“Connect from Leg”

At last, the other end on the alternate-route (WP9) shall be connected to the main route, mark

WP9, press Shift-key and left-click, choose “Connect To Leg”

Now we shall add another alternate-route. We start by laying some extra WP on the existing


route to make it possible for the new alternate-route to have something “to connect to”. (WP8

and WP2)

When adding new alternate-routes it is important that the very last WP in route are “touched”

and marked before we start the work with the alternate-route. If in doubt what WP that is the

very last you can always look in the Route editing table.

When last WP is “touched” lay out a new WP as in picture below, “Toggle Start Point Status”

Lay out next WP according to picture below, “Connect To Leg”

At last, mark WP according to picture, “Connect From Leg”


10.7.2 To use Multi Routes

The advantage using Multi Routes is the possibility to, in an easy - quick and flexible way,

change the route you are following. This can be done when weather, meetings with other

ships changes, there is no need for changing and loading another route anymore!

All navigation info from eGlobe will come from the chosen Multi Route: steering

information, instrument info, turning info, ETA etc.

To activate just “click” simply on the alternative (on a WP) that you wish to make active.

Actual alternative will be marked red as in picture below.

Example 1

Example 2

Example 3


11 Database 11.1 General

A database is a file in the computer where information is stored. The database can be

compared to an index or register, where information is arranged systematically.

eGlobe features advanced database management. The databases can be used to supplement

Chart information or to enter own information. A standard set of symbols is delivered with the

program, but you may also draw own symbols or even delete the display of normal buoyage

in the chart and only use databases for the buoyage. Names and text information for database

objects can be displayed in the chart picture.

The database format is Microsoft database format MDB, which makes it easy to develop your

own application outside eGlobe in Microsoft Access.

11.2 Start of database

Starting a database means that its content is presented with symbols on the chart. The

database is then ready for input or editing.

To start a database:

1. Click on “Database ⇒ Start Database” on the menu bar 2. Select a database 3. Click on [Open]

⇒ The database is active.

The name of the active database is displayed at the top of the program header, after selected route.

11.3 Input into database

Make sure that the database you want is active.

A new database can be created with [Database] ⇒– [New Database] on the menu bar.

11.3.1 Database settings

Select, under [Database] ⇒ [Database settings] on the menu bar, the unit from which the

position should be retrieved, i.e. the cursor position, Virtual Antenna position or GPS antenna

position. Since the virtual antenna can be moved, it is possible to insert a database point

exactly at, for example, the crane jib position when beaconing.


Database points can be assigned a name as well as a comment. Under “Name” and

“Comment”, you may select automatic input of time and/or date. The alternative “Enter”

means that for each new point, you will have the possibility to enter name and comment.

The format of entered database points is selected under “Type”, either general or at the input

occasion by the selection “Enter”.

11.3.2 Input of database point 1. Place the cursor on the required position in the chart. 2. Right-click and select [Position to database]

The editing window will pop up, if Name, Comment or Type has been set to “Enter” in the

database settings.

Figure 70. Input of database point

In this window, you may enter name, comment (any length), type. “Usage” is intended for

input of a scale limit for the presentation of the database point.

If you want a text in the chart by the database point, press the button “Text” to display the

right-hand part of the menu. Select text size by clicking on the arrows (the size is presented in

the box); Placement is used to select where, in relation to the database point, to place the text.

The tick boxes to the left of the fields “Name” and “Comment” are used to hide name or

comments for the current database point; as default they are ticked, but may easily be cleared

(no tick) if you do not want display of name or text.

Tip! If you want to lay off a database point with Lat/Lon in a known position, proceed as described above but enter the position in the Lat/Lon windows.

Click on [OK] to confirm the input.


11.3.3 Database point edit

With a database active, select the point to be edited by placing the cursor on it, thereby

activating it-.

Figure 71. Activated database point

Right-click and select: [Database edit]

The editing window will pop up:

Any information, including the position, can now be changed by input of the information

from the keyboard: the point may also be deleted or edited by clicking on the respective

buttons.

Confirm by clicking [OK].

11.4 Picture point

Pictures can be linked to a database point. This requires that the database point in question has

been defined as a picture point by ticking the box “Picture point”.

Any picture, stored in the computer in the format JPG

or BMP may then be selected with the button “Select

picture”.

Note that the program ”Aeimage” is assumed to be

stored in the computer under eGlobe.


The picture is manipulated as follows in eGlobe:

Clicking on the database point will bring out the picture on the screen.

Left-click to enlarge the picture, right-click to reduce it.

Symbols, pictures and texts that can be freely placed in the chart and saved in a file

(database). The information may be used as supplements to the existing charts information,

text info for own measurements or navigation information. By linking a bitmap file to the

database point, the picture can be presented in the chart when the database point is clicked.

Creates a new database Opens the selected database Choose database to store new objects Saves the selected database Search for keyword in database Database settings, see below.


11.5 Database menu

11.5.1 New Database

A new database can be created with the New Database function.

The newly created database is added to the list of open databases.

11.5.2 Start Database

Several databases can be run simultaneously and started one by one With the “Add” function.

It is also possible to stop databases individually, by removing the mark.

11.5.3 Save new Database points in

When at least two databases are started this alternative will be visible.

To the database selected here the new points will be added.

11.5.4 Save Database

It is possible to save databases on an individual base with same or a new name.


11.5.5 Database Search

Searches through the databases that are currently started. With “GoTo” button it is possible to

go to that position in the chart.

11.5.6 Database settings

Database settings are used to select the conditions that must apply for the setting out of

database points.

N.B. It is possible to insert database points from the computer keyboard with the hotkeys (quick commands) <Ctrl>+<F9>, <Ctrl>+<F10>, <Ctrl>+ <F11> and <Ctrl>+<F12>.

The configuration of each quick command can be completely

individual. Consequently, there are four different alternatives

via the keyboard and one with the trackball. Indicates the hotkey to be configured. Use of ”Marker”, GPS ”Antenna” or ”Virtual Antenna” for setting out database points. Name to be ”written” manually, ”Date”, ”Time” to be inserted automatically or ”Date and Time” to be inserted automatically. Comment to be “written” manually, “Date” or ”Time” to be inserted automatically. Indicates scale maximum / Text size for presentation of the database symbol. Type of symbol to be “written” manually when setting out the database point. “Pre-defined” symbol to be inserted automatically.

The scroll bar to the right is used for scrolling the list of figures up and down. Clicking a figure selects it as predefined. Click Exit to save and end.


12 Recording / playback The voyage with its data from connected sensors is always recorded and cannot be turned off.

ENC source, edition, date, cell and update history are also automatically recorded in same

way as the sensor data above. The voyage can be played back and the data will be presented

on the screen. Recordings are saved per 24 hours with the date used as the file name. All

voyages made last 90 days are stored.

12.1 Recording of data

Data are recorded automatically. Own position data (GPS1-GPS2) are recorded as well as

data from other connected sensors: Gyro or other compass, AIS, Radar, Echo sounder, Wind

meter, etc.

12.2 Auto delete

To avoid that the hard disk becomes full with the risks that this entails, there is a function

which automatically deletes recordings after a certain time (90 days). Actually, the

determining factor is not age in itself, but rather the recording’s file name, which always

represents the date of the recording day in the format ’YYYYMMDD’ (20010101). If you do

not want a recording to be deleted, you should save it with a different name as described

below.

12.3 Save recording as 1. Select the menu “Recording – Save Recording as” 2. Enter a new file name (it may be 255 character long, e.g. the same date with a text added to

it): ’20010101 steering engine breakdown in the Kiel canal’ ⇒ The recording is saved permanently

12.4 Playback of data 1. Select “Recording – Open recording” on the menu bar 2. Select the recording you want to play

⇒ The window “Playback” is presented

Reset recording Play

Choose starttime

Speed of playback

Manouver keys For choice of speed (0,1-1024 times)

Pause

Actual playbacktime

(1.0=Realtime)

Figure 71. Playback window


12.4.1 Start playback 1. Click the button “Play” in the Playback window

⇒ The playback starts with the selected speed and start time

12.4.2 Pause in playback 1. Click the button “Pause””

⇒ The playback stops. To start it again, click the button “Play

12.4.3 Back to starting point 1. Click the button “Reset”

⇒ The recording function returns to the starting point (i.e. 00.00 the current day). To start the playback again, click the button “Play”

12.4.4 Speed for playback

By increasing the playback speed, you may play a 24-hour recording in only 10 minutes.

1. Click on the buttons ”Increase” or ”Decrease” to select the required speed

(displayed in the window)

12.4.5 Position for playback

The position for the playback can easily be changed by sliding the control lever, thereby

updating the ship’s position, which makes it possible to move quickly to the required place in

the recording.

If the required playback time is known, you may go to the start time by means of fast forward,

thereby avoiding having to play the entire recording from the start, or an optional section can

be repeated.

1. Press the button “Pause” 2. Slide the control lever to the required position or start time 3. Press the button “Play”

12.4.6 End playback

To be able to return to normal navigation, the playback must be stopped.

1. Select “Playback - Close playback” on the menu bar

⇒ The Playback window is closed and own navigation in real time is resumed.

12.4.7 “Water Mark” in recordings

A security-function is implemented in eGlobev3. In every recording there is a “water mark”

that makes it impossible to alter or manipulate the data contained in the recording.

A special test can be performed to test if a recording is authentic or not.


12.5 Draw recording on chart

By “drawing” a recording, the trail after the ship can be presented without having to play an

entire 24-hour recording. The presentation of the recording is made according to the settings

on trails with either dots, colored dots according to depth from echo sounder, or depth figures

according to depth from echo sounder.

1. Select ”Recording – Draw Recording” on the menu bar

⇒ The active (opened) recording’s route is drawn on the chart


13 Geodetic datums When a position on the curved surface of the earth is indicated in latitude and longitude, they

correspond to the angle measurements from the center of the earth. In the course of history,

the conception of the earth’s dimension and shape has been revised from time to time. This is

expressed, among other things, in a generalized model of the earth, an ellipsoid that serves as

the basis for the position-indicating circular measures.

Actually, it is impossible to present the earth on a “paper chart”, since the earth is round and a

“paper chart” flat. To achieve a ”paper chart” that corresponds to reality as much as possible,

a large number of ellipsoids with their associated coordinate systems are used in different

countries of the world for map and chart production.

13.1 Presentation of geodetic datums

The presentation is fixed to WGS84. Selection of other Datums is NOT possible. Should

positioning system (e.g. EPFS1) provide a position with any different datum and alarm will be

given by eGlobe.


14 Alarms

14.1 Alarm Bar (below chart area)

(Alarm above is shown with following data: Time for incoming alarm – Alarm Level – Alarm

number# - Alarm Name)

The Alarm Bar appears when an alarm or indication goes active. Together with the audio

buzzer which also goes active for all alarms except for alarm # 3070. (Indication is defined as

an alarm without sound from buzzer.)

(Alarm # 3070: Choice between Alarm and

Indication under ECDIS-menu / Safe Navigation

Values / Special Condition Areas)

14.2 Alarm Acknowledge

The alarm can be acknowledged by cursor left-click on button “Alarm Acknowledge” shown

above at alarm bar.

The alarm can also be acknowledged by the “ACK” button on the Control unit.

When an alarm is acknowledged it will disappear from the alarm bar.

The Alarm will also be cancelled or moved to the Alarm Function Table depending on what

alarm it is. (Please see the list over the Alarms)


14.3 Alarm Buzzer

The Alarm Buzzer is found on the monitor’s front panel.

Whenever an alarm is triggered, the buzzer will start except for

alarm # 3070.

(Alarm # 3070: Choice between Alarm and Indication

under ECDIS-menu / Safe Navigation Values / Special

Condition Areas)

When all active alarms are acknowledged the buzzer will go silent again.


14.4 Alarm function table

To activate the Alarm Function Table, press the right button as on picture above.

Press the “right arrow” in order to view more of the text.

Press the “left arrow” to close the window to normal view.

It is possible to sort the Alarms by Time of incoming alarm or by priority.

The figure, just to the left of the alarm name, in the list above is indicating the alarm level.

The last figure on each row represents the Alarm number #.

(see alarm list below)

14.5 Alarm Priority

The different alarms are divided into Alarm Levels after the priority.

(see the alarm list below)

When an alarm is acknowledged, some alarms are canceled and some other are placed on a

lower Alarm Level.


14.6 List of Alarms and Indications

14.6.1 Alarms Level 1

Alarm # Name At Ack Remain Until 1010 DR Heading Return of Hdg 1011 DR Heading Timeout Return of Hdg 1020 DR Speed Return of Spd 1021 DR Speed TimeOut Return of Spd 1030 DR Position DR Pos Set/Calc 1031 DR Position Timeout DR Pos Set/Calc 1040 Pos Discrepancy Discrepancy < limit 1050 Nav Position Invalid Return of Pos 1051 Nav Position Timeout Return of Pos 1060 Nav Speed Invalid To level 7 1061 Nav Speed Timeout To level 7 1070 Nav Heading Invalid To level 7 1071 Nav Hdg Timeout To level 7 1080 Nav Rot Invalid To level 7

use calculated 1081 Nav Rot Timeout To level 7

use calculated 1082 Nav Rot return Cancel ACK:ed 1090 Chk Pos Invalid To level 7 1091 Chk Pos Timeout To level 7 1100 Dangerous Target To Level 7 1110 Lost AIS/ARPA Target Cancel ACK:ed


Alarm # Name At Ack Remain Until

2010 Wheel Over Point Start of turn

2020 Different GeoDatum Datum same

2030 No Route To Level 8

2040 XTE-limit To Level 8

2050 Cross Safety Contour To Level 8

2060 Course Limit To Level 8




1120 New Auto Arpa target Cancel ACK:ed

3010 ALR- Epfs1 To Level 9

3011 ALR- Epfs2 To Level 9

3012 ALR- Log To Level 9

3013 ALR- Compass1 To Level 9

3014 ALR- Compass2 To Level 9

3020 Epfs1 Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

3030 Epfs2 Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

3040 Log Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

3050 Compass1 Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

3060 Compass2 Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

3070 *note Dangerous Object To Level 9

*(Choice between Alarm and Indication under ECDIS-menu / Safe

Navigation Values / Special Condition Areas)



4010 AIS Timeout To level 10

4020 Radar Timeout To level 10

4030 Echo sounder Timeout To level 10

4040 General 1 Timeout To Level 10







5010 ALR- AIS To Level 10

5011 ALR- Radar To Level 10

5012 ALR- Echo sounder To Level 10

5013 ALR- General 1 To Level 10




5020 AIS Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

5030 Radar Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

5040 Echo sounder Checksum Cancel ACK:ed

5050 General 1 Checksum Cancel ACK:ed






empty

14.6.7 Alarms Level 7 (from Level 1)


1060 Nav Spd Invalid Return of speed

1061 Nav Spd Timeout Return of speed

1070 Nav Hdg Invalid Return of hdg

1071 Nav Hdg Timeout Return of hdg

1080 Nav Rot Invalid Return of rot

1081 Nav Rot Timeout Return of rot

1090 Chk Pos Invalid Return of pos

1091 Chk Pos Timeout Return of pos

1100 Dangerous Target Non dangerous




2030 No Route Route loaded

2040 XTE-limit Inside limit

2050 Cross Safety Contour Deep Water

2060 Course Limit Inside limit



3010 ALR- Epfs1 Ext ACK

3011 ALR- Epfs2 Ext ACK

3012 ALR- Log Ext ACK

3013 ALR- Compass1 Ext ACK

3014 ALR- Compass2 Ext ACK

3070 Dangerous Object Non-dangerous

14.6.10 Alarms Level 10 (from Levels 4,5)


4010 AIS Timeout Return of signal

4020 Radar Timeout Return of signal

4030 Echo sounder Timeout Return of signal

4040 General 1 Timeout Return of signal




5010 ALR- AIS Ext ACK

5011 ALR- Radar Ext ACK

5012 ALR- Echo sounder Ext ACK

5013 ALR- General 1 Ext ACK





15 Maintenance 15.1 Color Differentiation test

The colors in a monitor can change when the monitor ages. Or the mariner may want to use

other setting then the calibrated settings.

For both reasons there is a tool to check that you can clearly see all details of the charts. The

Color Differentiation Test Diagram is a part of ECDIS chart 1 and you can use it as follows: 1. Choose menu “About” – Chart 1 2. Move cursor to “Color Test Diagram” – Click 3. Check with all palettes that you can discriminate the lines from background color

of the boxes.

15.2 Regarding color-calibration

Only Panel PCs and monitors mentioned in the DNV type-approval certificate can be used in

the system.


16 Conning Display

The conning display is located on a separate monitor.

The information displayed is: - Wind - Depth - Propulsion and state of motion - Time and position - Navigation table

The conning display has no user input.

16.1 Wind

True wind force is displayed numerically.

True wind direction is indicated by the triangular marker.

The ship symbol is orientated in ships true

heading.


16.2 Depth

The depth graph uses the same scale range as the graph in sensor function

table. Change the scale in the sensor function table.

The length is always 10 minutes

Propulsion and state of motion

16.3 Time and Position

Display of ship’s time with relation to UTC

Position source is the active position sensor.

Heading

Rate-of-turn indicator

Longitudinal speed

Bow transverse speed

Propeller pitch in %

Source of data Shaft or Engine

Revolutions

Rudder angle indicator(s)

Stern transverse speed


16.4 Navigation table

The navigation table display is the same as the one in the ECDIS

primary display with one exception. When the docking table is

shown in the primary display the conning display will show the

precision navigation table.


17 Appendix A 17.1 List of Terms and Abbreviations

Term Abbreviation

Electronic Navigational Chart ENC

Electronic Position Fixing System EPFS

Electronic Range and Bearing Line ERBL

Emergency Position IndicatingRadio Beacon EPIRB

Enhance ENH

Enter ENT

Equipment EQUIP

Error ERR

Estimated Position EP

Estimated Time of Arrival ETA

Estimated Time of Departure ETD

European Geo-Stationary

Navigational Overlay System EGNOS

Event EVENT

Exclusion Zone EZ

External EXT

F-Band (applies to radar) F-Band

February FEB

Foreword FWD

Fishing Vessel FISH

Fix FIX

Forward FWD

Frequency FREQ

Frequency Modulation FM

Full FULL

Gain GAIN

Geographics GEOG

Geometric Dilution Of Precision GDOP

Global Maritime Distress and

Safety System GMDSS

Global Navigation Satellite System GNSS

Global Orbiting Navigation

Satellite System GLONASS

Global Positioning System GPS


Great Circle GC

Grid GRID

Ground GND

Grounding Avoidance System GAS

Group Repetition Interval GRI

Guard Zone GZ

Gyro GYRO

Harmful Substances (applies to AIS) HS

Head Up H UP

Heading HDG

Heading Control System HCS

Heading Line HL

High Frequency HF

High Speed Craft HSC

Horizontal Dilution Of Precision HDOP

I - Band I-Band

Identification ID

In IN

Increase INCR

Indication IND

Information INFO

Infrared INF RED

Initialisation INIT

Input INP

Input/Output I/O

Integrated Bridge System IBS

Integrated Navigation System INS

Integrated Radio Communication

System IRCS

Interference Rejection IR

Interswitch ISW

Interval INT

January JAN

July JUL

June JUN

Label LBL

Latitude LAT

Latitude/Longitude L/L


Leeway LWY

Limit LIM

Line Of Position LOP

Log LOG

Long Pulse LP

Long Range LR

Longitude LON

Loran LORAN

Lost Target LOST TGT

Low Frequency LF

Magnetic MAG

Man Overboard MOB

Manoeuvre MVR

Manual MAN

Map(s) MAP

March MAR

Maritime Mobile Services Identity number MMSI

Maritime Pollutant (applies to AIS) MP

Maritime Safety Information MSI

Marker MKR

Master MSTR

Maximum MAX

May MAY

Medium Frequency MF

Medium Pulse MP

Menu MENU

Minimum MIN

Missing MISSING

Mute MUTE

Navigation NAV

Night NT

Normal NORM

North N

North Up N UP

Not Less Than NLT

Not More Than NMT

Not Under Command NUC

November NOV


October OCT

Off OFF

Officer On Watch OOW

Offset OFFSET

On ON

Out/Output OUT

Own Ship OS

Panel Illumination PANEL

Parallel Index Line PI

Past Positions PAST POSN

Passenger Vessel PASSV

Performance Monitor MON

Permanent PERM

Person Overboard POB

Personal Identification Number PIN

Pilot Vessel PILOT

Port/Portside PORT

Position POSN

Positional Dilution Of Precision PDOP

Power PWR

Predicted PRED

Predicted Area of Danger PAD

Predicted Point of Collision PPC

Pulse Length PL

Pulse Modulation PM

Pulse Repetition Frequency PRF

Pulse Repetition Rate PRR

Pulses Per Revolution PPR

Racon RACON

Radar RADAR

Radar Plotting RP

Radius RAD

Rain RAIN

Range RNG

Range Rings RR

Raster Chart Display System RCDS

Raster Navigational Chart RNC

Rate Of Turn ROT


Real-time Kinemetic RTK

Receive Rx RX

Receiver RCDR

Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring RAIM

Reference REF

Relative REL

Relative Motion RM

Revolutions per Minute RPM

Rhumb Line RL

Roll On/Roll Off Vessel RoRo

Root Mean Square RMS

Route ROUTE

Safety Contour SF CNT

Sailing Vessel SAIL

Satellite SAT

S-Band S-BAND

Scan to Scan SC/SC

Search And Rescue SAR

Search And Rescue Transponder SART

Search And Rescue Vessel SARV

Select SEL

September SEP

Sequence SEQ

Set (i.e., set and drift, or setting a value) SET

Ship’s Time TIME

Short Pulse SP

Signal to Noise Ratio SNR

Simulation SIM

Slave SLAVE

South S

Speed SPD

Speed and Distance Measuring Equipment SDME

Speed Over the Ground SOG

Speed Through the Water STW

Stabilized STAB

Standby STBY

Starboard/Starboard Side STBD

Station STN


Symbol(s) SYM

Synchronised/Synchronous SYNC

Target TGT

Target Tracking TT

Test TEST

Time TIME

Time Difference TD

Time Dilution Of Precision TDOP

Time Of Arrival TOA

Time Of Departure TOD

Time to CPA TCPA

Time To Go TTG

Time to Wheel Over Line TWOL

Track TRK

Track Control System TCS

Tracking TRKG

Trail(s) TRAIL

Transmit and Receive TXRX

Transceiver TCVR

Transferred Line Of Position TPL

Transmit TX

Transmitter TMTR

Transmitting Heading Device THD

Transponder TPR

Trial TRIAL

Trigger Pulse TRIG

True T

True Motion TM

Tune TUNE

Ultrahigh Frequency UHF

Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS

Universal Time, Coordinated UTC

Universal Transverse Mercator UTM

Unstabilised UNSTAB

Variable Range Marker VRM

Variation VAR

Vector VECT

Very High Frequency VHF


Very Low Frequency VLF

Vessel Aground GRND

Vessel at Anchor ANCH

Vessel Constrained by Draught VCD

Vessel Engaged in Diving Operations DIVE

Vessel Engaged in Dredging or

Underwater Operations DRG

Vessel Engaged in Towing Operations TOW

Vessel Not Under Command NUC

Vessel Restricted in Manoeuvrability RIM

Vessel Traffic Service VTS

Vessel Underway Using Engine UWE

Video VID

Visual Display Unit VDU

Voyage VOY

Voyage Data Recorder VDR

Warning WARNING

Water WAT

Waypoint WPT

Waypoint Closure Velocity WCV

West W

Wheel Over Line WOL

Wheel Over Point WOP

Wheel Over Time WOT

World Geodetic System WGS

X-Band X-BAND


17.2 Common Terms and Abbreviations explained

AIS

The Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a short range coastal tracking system used on

ships and by Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) for identifying and locating vessels by

electronically exchanging data with other nearby ships and VTS stations. Information such as

unique identification, position, course, and speed can be displayed on a screen or an ECDIS.

AIS is intended to assist the vessel's watchstanding officers and allow maritime authorities to

track and monitor vessel movements.

The International Maritime Organization's (IMO) International Convention for the Safety of

Life at Sea (SOLAS) requires AIS to be fitted aboard international voyaging ships with gross

tonnage (GT) of 300 or more tons, and all passenger ships regardless of size. It is estimated

that more than 40,000 ships currently carry AIS class A equipment.

CRS

Or Course Over Ground (COG) is the direction of the path followed by the ship.

DGPS

Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) is an enhancement to Global Positioning

System that uses a network of fixed, ground-based reference stations to broadcast the

difference between the positions indicated by the satellite systems and the known fixed

positions. These stations broadcast the difference between the measured satellite

pseudoranges and actual (internally computed) pseudoranges, and receiver stations may

correct their pseudoranges by the same amount. The correction signal is for maritime use

broadcast over the LW long-wave band between 285 kHz and 325 kHz.

ECS

See ECDIS.

ECDIS

A typeapproved Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) is a computer-

based navigation information system that complies with International Maritime Organization

(IMO) regulations and can be used as an alternative to paper navigation charts.

IMO refers to similar systems not meeting the regulations as Electric Chart Systems (ECS).

An ECDIS system displays the information from electronic navigational charts (ENC) and

integrates position information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) and other

navigational sensors, such as radar and automatic identification systems (AIS). It may also


display additional navigation-related information.

IMO has proposed compulsory carriage of ECDIS and ENCs on high speed crafts from 1 July

2008 onwards for all new crafts, and from 1 July 2010 onwards for existing crafts.

ENC

An electronic navigational chart (ENC) is an official database created by a national

hydrographic office for use with an Electronic Chart Display and Information System

(ECDIS). An electronic chart must conform to standards stated in the International

Hydrographic Organization (IHO). Only ENCs can be used within ECDIS to meet the

International Maritime Organisation (IMO) performance standard for ECDIS.

ENCs are available through Regional Electronic Navigational Chart Coordinating Centre

(RENCs) and national electronic chart centers. Distributors like the UKHO and PRIMAR

then distribute these to chart agents. In July 2008, the first mandatory requirements for the use

of ENC and ECDIS will become international law.

IHO Special Publication S-63 developed by the IHO Data Protection Security Working Group

is used to commercially encrypt and digitally sign ENC data. Chart data is captured based on

standards stated in IHO Special Publication S-57, and is displayed according to a display

format stated in IHO Special Publication S-52 to ensure consistency of data rendering

between different systems.

EPFS

Electronic Position Fixing System. Can be satellite navigation systems such as: GPS,

GLONASS, GALILEO or earthbound radiofix systems such as: DECCA, LORAN-C,

OMEGA etc.

ETA

Estimated Time of Arrival

GALILEO

Galileo is a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) currently being built by the European

Union (EU) and European Space Agency (ESA). The €3.4 billion project is an alternative and

complementary to the U.S. Global Positioning System (GPS) and the Russian GLONASS. On

30 November 2007 the 27 EU transportation ministers involved reached an agreement that it

should be operational by 2013.

GLONASS

GLONASS (abbreviation "GLObal NAvigation Satellite System" in English) is a radio-based

satellite navigation system, developed by the former Soviet Union and now operated for the


Russian government by the Russian Space Forces.

Development on the GLONASS began in 1976, with a goal of global coverage by 1991.

Beginning on 12 October 1982, numerous rocket launches added satellites to the system until

the constellation was completed in 1995. Following completion, the system rapidly fell into

disrepair with the collapse of the Russian economy. Beginning in 2001, Russia committed to

restoring the system, and in recent years has diversified, introducing the Indian government as

a partner, and accelerated the program with a goal of restoring global coverage by 2009.

Great Circle

The great circle, also known as the Riemannian circle, is the path with the smallest curvature,

and hence, an arc (or an orthodrome) of a great circle is the shortest path between two points

on the surface. The distance between any two points on a sphere is therefore known as the

great-circle distance. The great-circle route is the shortest path between two points across the

surface of a sphere

GPS

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a U.S. space-based global navigation satellite

system. It provides reliable positioning, navigation, and timing services to worldwide users on

a continuous basis in all weather, day and night, anywhere on or near the Earth.

GPS is made up of three parts: between 24 and 32 satellites in Medium Earth Orbit, four

control and monitoring stations on Earth, and the actual navigation devices users own. GPS

satellites broadcast signals from space that GPS receivers use to provide three-dimensional

location (latitude, longitude, and altitude) plus the time.

IMO

IMO is a specialized agency of the United Nations with 169 Member States and three

Associate Members, IMO is based in the United Kingdom with around 300 international staff.

IMO's specialized committees and sub-committees are the focus for the technical work to

update existing legislation or develop and adopt new regulations, with meetings attended by

maritime experts from Member Governments, together with those from interested

intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations.

The result is a comprehensive body of international conventions, supported by hundreds of

recommendations governing every facet of shipping. There are, firstly, measures aimed at the

prevention of accidents, including standards for ship design, construction, equipment,

operation and manning - key treaties include SOLAS, the MARPOL convention for the

prevention of pollution by ships and the STCW convention on standards of training for

seafarers.


MOB

Man Over Board

Rhumbline

A rhumb line (or loxodrome) is a line crossing all meridians of longitude at the same angle,

i.e. a path derived from a defined initial bearing. That is, upon taking an initial bearing, one

proceeds along the same bearing, without changing the direction as measured relative to true

north.


17.3 eGlobe Symbols and icons

Location: Upper right corner of screen.

Function: Close all superimposed windows

Location: Symbol Function Bar.

Function: Select what view to display in chart pane.


Function: Display GoTo Form.


Function: Select view class standard.


Function: Output of a time label on past track.


Function: Show/Hide floating window for extra data.


Function: Show/Hide virtual control unit.


Function: Show navigation pane


Function: Show sensors pane


Function: Show targets pane


Function: Show chart query pane



Function: Show route edit pane


Function: Show alarm pane

Location: Navigation Pane

Function: Select precision navigation table


Function: Select docking table


Function: Select ocean sailing table

Location: Various

Function: Expand the pane/window

Location: Various

Function: Shrink the pane/window

Location: Expanded sensors pane

Function: Resume display of incoming sensor data

Location: Expanded sensors pane

Function: Pause display of incoming sensor data

Location: Targets pane

Function: Show Sort Order/Search ID frame

Location: Replay form

Function: Rewind recording to start.


Function: Replay recording



Function: Pause replay of recording

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