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Quick Start Guide

Front panel
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No. Description
1 Touch screen.
Pages/Home key - press to open the Home page for page selection and setup
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options.
WheelKey - user configurable key, refer to Operator manual.
Default without autopilot in system: Short press toggles between panels on split screen.
3 Long press maximizes active panel on split screen.
Default with autopilot in system: Short press opens autopilot controller and places
autopilot in standby mode. Long press toggles between panels on split screen.
4 Menu key - press to display the active panel’s menu.
5 Rotary knob - turn to zoom or scroll the menu, press to select an option.
6 Enter key - press to select an option or save settings.
Exit key - press to exit a dialog, return to previous menu level, and clear cursor from
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panel.
MOB keys - press simultaneously the Enter and Exit keys to create a MOB (Man Over
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Board) at the vessel’s position.
Arrow keys - press to activate cursor or to move cursor.
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Menu operation: press to navigate through menu items and to adjust a value.
Mark key - press to place waypoint at vessel position, or at cursor position when cursor
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is active.
Power key - press and hold to turn the unit ON/OFF. Press once to display the System
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control dialog, additional presses will toggle through 3 default dimming levels.
12 Card reader door
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System Control dialog
Used for quick access to system settings.
Activate the dialog by pressing the Power key, or by swiping from the top of the screen.
¼¼ Note: The content of the System Control dialog depends on connected equipment
and active panel.
Home page
Activate the Home page by pressing the Home key.
1 1. Application buttons
7 2 3 4
2. Tools
3. Favorites
4. Close button
5. Man Over Board (MOB)
button
6. Power button
5 6 7. Settings button
Application pages
Activate an application page:
• Tap the application button (full page panel), or
• tap a favorites button, or
• press and hold an application button to select a predefined split page.
1 2 3
1. Status panel
2. Application panel
3. Instrument bar
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Adjust panel size
You can adjust the panel sizes in a split page.
1. Tap the adjust split button in the System Control dialog to show the resize icon.
2. Drag the resize icon to set preferred panel size.
3. Save the changes by tapping the screen.
Edit a favorite page

Enter the Favorites edit mode:
• Tap the Edit icon, or
• press and hold a favorite button.
Edit favorite page
Delete favorite page
Add new favorite page
Edit an existing favorite page or configure a new page by dragging panel icons into or
out from the preview area.
Save the changes by tapping the Save button.
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Instruments bar
Tap the Instrument bar button in the System Control dialog to
turn the bar on/off.
To edit the content of the Instrument bar:
1. Tap the Instrument bar to make it active.
2. Select the edit option from the menu.
3. Tap the item you want to change.
4. Select the information you want to display in the Instrument bar.
5. Save the changes by selecting the save option in the menu.
Charts
• Zoom the chart by using spread or pinch
gestures, by using the zoom buttons (A), or by
turning the Rotary knob.
• Move the view in any direction by panning the
chart.
• Display information about a chart item by tapping
A
the item.
Waypoints
¼¼ Note: With cursor inactive, the waypoint will be placed at vessel’s position. With
cursor active, the waypoint will be placed at selected cursor position.
To create a waypoint:
• Press the Mark key to instantly add a waypoint.
• Press the Rotary knob, or use the new waypoint option in the menu to
open a New waypoint dialog.

Route
To create a route:
1. Tap the screen or use the arrow keys to activate cursor
mode.
2. Select the new route option in the menu.
3. Tap the chart to position the first routepoint. Alternatively, use the arrow keys to posi-
tion the routepoint, then press the Rotary knob to confirm the position.
4. Repeat point 3 to position additional routepoints.
5. Save the route by selecting the save option from the menu.
Navigating
To navigate to cursor position:
1. Tap the screen or use the arrow keys to position the cursor.
2. Select the goto cursor option in the menu.
To navigate a predefined route:

• Tap the route to make it active, then select the goto
route option in the menu, or
• select the route from the Routes dialog, then
select the goto option in the dialog.
Overlay
Add a radar, weather, SonarChart Live (Navionics’ charts only), or StructureScan overlay
on the chart by selecting the option in the menu.
Echosounder
• Zoom the image by tapping the zoom
buttons (A) or by turning the Rotary knob.
B • View echosounder history by panning the
image.
• Adjust gain and color from the slide bar,
displayed by tapping the gain or color icon
(B), or by pressing the Rotary knob.
A • Toggle auto gain on/off from the menu, or by
pressing and holding the Rotary knob.
Toggle available echosounder frequencies from the menu. Available options depend on
type of transducers connected to the system.

50 kHz Lower resolution images. Best performance in deep water
Single
83 kHz Greater water coverage
frequency
transducers High resolution images and better target separation in
200 kHz
shallow water
Low
Lower resolution images. Best performance in deep water
CHIRP
Chirp Medium Better depth penetration than High CHIRP, but with
transducers CHIRP minimal loss of target definition
High High resolution images and better target separation in
CHIRP shallow water
StructureScan
• Select Downscan or Sidescan view from the
menu.
B • Zoom the image by tapping the screen
to position the cursor, then tap the zoom
buttons (A) or turn the Rotary knob.
• Adjust contrast manually from the slide bar,
A displayed by tapping the Contrast icon (B), or
by pressing the Rotary knob.
Toggle between available StructureScan frequencies from the menu.
455 kHz Excellent resolution and greater range than 800 kHz
800 kHz Better definition than 455 kHz at shallower depths
ForwardScan
• Adjust depth, range and noise rejection from
the menu.
• Start recording ForwardScan logs from the
menu.
• Use the heading extension to monitor
ForwardScan on the chart panel. Heading
extension colors are based on the ForwardScan
alarm values.

Autopilot
You can activate the autopilot from any panel.
1. Press the Autopilot tile in the Instrument bar or the WheelKey when this is configured
for Autopilot control.
2. Select the autopilot mode in the Autopilot pop-up.
S Standby Autopilot is passive. Used when manually steering at the helm

Manual steering. The rudder angle is set by the Rotary knob
FU Follow-up
or by another FU unit
Manual steering. The rudder movement is controlled by
NFU Non-Follow-up the Port and Starboard buttons in the Pilot pop-up, or by
another NFU unit
A Auto Automatic steering, maintaining the set heading
Automatic steering, keeping the vessel on a straight bearing
ND NoDrift
line by compensating for drift
Automatic steering, navigating the vessel to a specific
N Navigation
waypoint or through a route using GPS data
W Wind * Automatic steering, maintaining the set wind angle
Wind Automatic steering, navigating the vessel to a specific
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navigation * waypoint or through a route using both wind and GPS data
* Only available if the boat type is set to Sailboat.
¼¼ Note: You switch the autopilot to Standby mode from any automatic mode by a
short press on the WheelKey configured for Autopilot control.
Adjust set heading / course / wind angle

Adjust set heading (Auto mode), set wind angle (Wind mode) and
set course (NoDrift mode):
• Tap the Port or Starboard button in the autopilot pop-up, or
• turn the Rotary knob.

Radar
B • Turn the radar transmitting on/off from the
menu.
• Set the range by using the zoom icons (A) or
by turning the Rotary knob.
• Adjust gain, sea clutter and rain clutter settings
from the slide bar, displayed by tapping the
settings icons (B), or by pressing the Rotary
A
knob.
Audio
Activate the Audio overlay by tapping the Audio tile in the Instrument bar.
Positioning a MOB mark

Save a Man Over Board (MOB) mark at vessel position by tapping the button on the
Home page or by simultaneously pressing the Enter and Exit keys from the keypad.
For more details, see the

NSS evo3 Operator manual.

NSS evo3
Operator Manual
ENGLISH
www.simrad-yachting.com
Preface
Disclaimer
As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the
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cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely
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Navico product references

This manual can refer to the following Navico products:
• Broadband Radar™ (Broadband Radar)
• Broadband 3G™ Radar (Broadband 3G Radar)
• Broadband 4G™ Radar (Broadband 4G Radar)
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• Broadband Sounder™ (Broadband Sounder)
• DownScan Imaging™ (DownScan)
• DownScan Overlay™ (Overlay)
• ForwardScan™ (ForwardScan)
• GoFree™ (GoFree)
• Halo™ Pulse Compression Radar (Halo Radar)
• INSIGHT GENESIS® (Insight Genesis)
• SonicHub® (SonicHub)
• StructureMap™ (StructureMap)
• StructureScan® (StructureScan)
• StructureScan® HD (StructureScan HD)
Copyright
Copyright © 2016 Navico Holding AS.
Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document.
In case of any queries, refer to the brand website of your display or system: www.simrad-
yachting.com.
Compliance statements
This equipment complies with:
• CE under 2014/53/EU Directive
• The requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio communications (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) standard 2008
• Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The relevant Declaration of conformity is available in the product's section at the following
website: www.simrad-yachting.com.
Internet usage
Some features in this product use an internet connection to perform data downloads and
uploads. Internet usage via a connected mobile/cell phone internet connection or a pay-per-
MB type internet connection may require large data usage. Your service provider may charge
you based on the amount of data you transfer. If you are unsure, contact your service
provider to confirm rates and restrictions.
About this manual

The manual assumes that the user has basic knowledge of navigation, nautical terminology
and practices.
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
Ú Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should

proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/
personnel.
Manual version
This manual is written for software version 1.0. The manual is continually updated to match
new software releases. The latest available manual version can be downloaded from
www.simrad-yachting.com.
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Viewing the manual on the screen
The PDF viewer included in the unit makes it possible to read the manuals and other PDF
files on the screen. Manuals can be downloaded from www.simrad-yachting.com.
The manuals can be read from a card inserted in the card reader or copied to the unit’s
internal memory.
Use the menu options or the keys and on-screen buttons to maneuver in the PDF file as
described below:
• Search, Goto page, Page Up and Down
Select the relevant panel button.
• Scroll pages
Turn the rotary knob.
• Panning on the page
Drag finger on the screen in any direction.
• Zoom In/Out
Use pinch or spread gestures.
• Exit the PDF viewer
Press the X key or select the X in the upper right corner of the panel.
The Software version

The software version currently on this unit can be found in the About dialog. The About
dialog is available in the System Settings.
For information regarding upgrading your software, refer to "Software upgrades" on page 125.
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Contents
10 Introduction
10 Front controls
11 The Home page
11 Application pages
12 Integration of 3rd party devices
14 Remote controllers
15 Basic operation
15 System Controls dialog
15 Turning the system on and off
15 Display illumination
16 Wireless
16 Locking the touchscreen
16 Instrument bar
16 Touchscreen operation
17 Using menus and dialogs
17 Selecting pages and panels
17 Displaying the Favorites panel as a pop-up on a page
18 Creating a Man Overboard waypoint
18 Screen capture
19 Customizing your system

19 Customizing the Home page wallpaper
19 Configuring the WheelKey
19 Customizing the long press feature
19 Adjusting panel size
20 Password protection
20 Adding new favorite pages
21 Edit favorite pages
21 Setting the appearance of the Instrument bar
22 Bridge Control
25 Charts
25 The Chart panel
25 Chart data
25 Showing dual chart types
26 Panning the chart
26 Chart scale
26 Vessel symbol
26 Positioning the vessel on the chart panel
27 Displaying information about chart items
27 Using the cursor on the chart panel
28 Saving waypoints
28 Creating routes
28 Find objects on chart panels
28 3D charts
29 Chart overlay
29 Insight and C-MAP charts
32 Navionics charts
35 Chart settings
37 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks

37 Waypoints
38 Routes
40 Tracks
41 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks dialogs
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42 Navigating
42 Navigation panels
43 Navigate to cursor position
43 Navigate a route
44 Navigating with the autopilot
44 Navigation settings
46 TripIntel
46 Current trip statistics
46 Automatic trip recording
47 Start and stop trip recordings
47 Long-term statistics
47 Estimated fuel range ring
47 Fuel gauge
48 Tide gauge
48 View trip recordings
50 Autopilot
50 Safe operation with the autopilot
50 Activating the autopilot
50 Switching from automatic mode to manual steering
50 Autopilot indication on the pages
51 The Autopilot panel
52 Autopilot modes
52 Standby mode
52 Non-Follow Up (NFU, Power steering)
52 Follow-up steering (FU)
52 AUTO mode (auto compass)
53 NoDrift mode
53 NAV mode
54 WIND mode
55 Turn pattern steering
57 Using the NSS evo3 in an AP24/AP28 system
57 Using the autopilot in an EVC system
57 Using the NSS evo3 in an AP70/AP80 system
60 Autopilot settings
63 Radar
63 The radar panel
63 Dual radar
64 Radar overlay
64 Radar operational modes
64 Radar Range
65 Using the cursor on a radar panel
65 Saving waypoints
66 Radar sector blanking
66 Adjusting the radar image
68 Advanced radar options
69 Radar view options
70 EBL/VRM markers
71 Setting a guard zone around your vessel
71 MARPA targets
72 Recording radar data
73 Radar settings
74 Echosounder
74 The Echosounder image
74 Multiple Echosounder
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74 Zooming the image
75 Using the cursor on the image
76 Saving waypoints
76 Viewing history
76 Setting up the image
77 Advanced options
78 Start recording log data
79 Stop recording log data
79 Viewing the recorded sounder data
79 Echosounder View options
81 Echosounder settings
83 StructureScan
83 The StructureScan image
83 Zooming the StructureScan image
84 Using the cursor on the StructureScan panel
84 Saving waypoints
85 Viewing StructureScan history
85 Setting up the StructureScan image
86 Advanced StructureScan settings
87 StructureMap
87 The StructureMap image
87 Activating Structure overlay
87 StructureMap sources
88 StructureMap tips
88 Recording StructureScan data
88 Using StructureMap with mapping cards
88 Structure options
90 ForwardScan
90 The ForwardScan image
91 Setting up the ForwardScan image
91 ForwardScan view options
91 Heading extension
92 ForwardScan setup
95 Wireless connection
95 Connect and disconnect from a wireless hotspot
95 GoFree Shop
95 GoFree Link
96 Uploading log files to Insight Genesis
97 Wireless settings
98 AIS
98 AIS target symbols
98 Viewing information about AIS targets
99 Calling an AIS vessel
99 AIS SART
100 Vessel alarms
101 Vessel settings
103 Instrument panels

103 Dashboards
103 Customizing the Instruments panel
104 Audio
104 Enabling audio
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104 SonicHub 2
106 The Audio panel
107 Setting up the audio system
107 Operating the audio system
108 Favorite channels
108 Sirius radio (North America only)
109 Weather
109 Wind barbs
109 Showing weather details
109 GRIB weather
111 SiriusXM weather
114 Weather alarms
115 Video
115 The Video panel
115 Setting up the video panel
115 FLIR camera control
117 Time plots

117 The Time plot panel
117 Selecting data
118 Alarms
118 Alarm system
118 Type of messages
118 Single alarms
118 Multiple alarms
118 Acknowledging a message
118 Alarms dialog
120 Tools
120 Waypoints
120 Tides
120 Alarms
120 Vessels
120 TripIntel
120 Sun, Moon
120 Files
121 Find
121 GoFree Shop
122 Simulator
122 Demo mode
122 Simulator source files
122 Advanced simulator settings
124 Maintenance
124 Preventive maintenance
124 Cleaning the display unit
124 Cleaning the media port door
124 Checking the keys
124 Checking the connectors
124 NMEA Data logging
125 Software upgrades
126 Backing up your system data
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1
Introduction
Front controls
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1 Touch screen
2 Pages/Home - press to open the Home page for page selection and setup
options
3 WheelKey - user configurable key, refer to "Configuring the WheelKey" on page 19.
Default without an autopilot connected to the system:
• Short press: toggles between panels on split screen
• Long press: maximizes active panel on split screen
Default with an autopilot connected to the system:
• Short press: opens the autopilot controller and puts the autopilot in standby
mode
• Long press: toggles between panels on split screen
4 Menu key - press to display the active panel's menu

5 Rotary knob - turn to zoom or scroll the menu, press to select an option
6 Enter key - press to select an option or to save settings
7 Exit key - press to exit a dialog, return to previous menu level, and clear the cursor
from the panel
8 MOB - press simultaneously the Enter and Exit keys to create a MOB at the
vessel's position
9 Arrow keys - press to activate the cursor or to move the cursor
Menu operation: press to navigate through menu items and to adjust a value
10 Mark key - press to place waypoint at vessel position or at cursor position when
cursor is active
11 Power key - press and hold to turn the unit ON/OFF
Press once to display the System Controls dialog, additional presses to toggle
through three default dimming levels
12 Card reader door
13 Dual card reader slots
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The Home page
1 Applications
Select a button to display the application as a full page panel.
Press and hold a button to display pre-configured split page options for the
application.
2 Settings button
Select to access Settings dialogs.
3 Tools
Select a button to access dialogs used for carrying out a task, or for browsing
stored information.
4 Favorites
Select a button to display the panel combination.
Press and hold a favorite button to enter edit mode for the Favorites panel.
5 Close button
Select to exit the Home page and return to the previous active page.
6 Power button
Select to power off the unit.
7 Man Over Board (MOB) button
Select to save a Man Over Board (MOB) waypoint at the current vessel position.
Application pages
Each application connected to the system is presented on panels. The application can be
presented as a full page, or in combination with other panels in a multiple panel page.
All application pages are accessed from the Home page.
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1 Home button
2 Application panel
3 Instrument bar
Navigation and sensor information. The bar can be turned off and it can be
configured by the user.
4 Menu button
5 Zoom buttons
6 System controls dialog
Quick access to basic system settings.
Display the dialog by a short press on the Power key or by swiping down from top
of the screen.
7 Status bar
8 Dialog
Information to or input from the user.
9 Alarm message
Displayed if dangerous situations or system faults occur.
10 Menu
Panel specific menu.
Split pages
You can have up to 4 panels on each page.
2 panels page 3 panels page 4 panels page
Panel sizes in a split page can be adjusted from the System Controls dialog.
Pre-configured split pages

Each full screen application has several pre-configured split pages, featuring the selected
application combined with each of the other panels.
Ú Note: The number of pre-configured split pages cannot be changed, and the pages
cannot be customized or deleted.
Access a pre-configured split page by pressing and holding the main panel button.
Favorite pages
All preconfigured favorite pages can be modified and deleted, and you can create your own.
You can have a total of 12 favorite pages.
For more information, refer to "Adding new favorite pages" on page 20.
Integration of 3rd party devices

Several 3rd party devices can be connected to the NSS evo3. The applications are displayed
on separate panels or integrated with other panels.

A device connected to the NMEA 2000 network should automatically be identified by the
system. If not, enable the feature from the advanced option in the System settings dialog.
The 3rd party device is operated by using menus and dialogs as on other panels.
This manual does not include specific operation instructions for any 3rd party device. For
features and functionality, refer to the documentation included with the 3rd party device.
SmartCraft VesselView integration

SmartCraft data can be displayed and interaction are enabled through the unit when a
Mercury VesselView® 4, 7, 403, 502, 702, 703, or Link is present on the network.
When the features are enabled, the display may prompt the user for some basic
configuration information. Refer to the VesselView® manual or engine supplier for further
information.
The engine supplier icon appears on the Home page when a device is available.
Suzuki Engine panel

If a Suzuki C10 gauge is available on the network, a Suzuki engine icon is added to the Home
page. An icon is also added to the Page editor. You can select to display the Suzuki engine
panel as a full page panel or as part of a multi-panel page.
The layout and content of the engine panel depends on selected panel size. The digital
gauges can be customized, refer to "Customizing the panel" on page 103.
FUSION-Link integration
FUSION-Link devices connected to the NMEA 2000 network can be controlled from the NSS
evo3 system.
The FUSION-Link devices appear as additional sources when using the audio function. No
additional icons are available.
Refer to "Audio" on page 104 for more information.
FLIR camera integration

If a FLIR M-series camera is available on the Ethernet network, you can display the video and
control the camera from the NSS evo3.
The FLIR camera is controlled from the Video panel, and no additional icons appear on the
Home page.
Refer to "Video" on page 115 for more information.
BEP CZone integration

The NSS evo3 integrates with BEP’s CZone system used for controlling and monitoring a
distributed power system on your vessel.
The CZone icon is available in the Tools panel on the Home page when a CZone system is
available on the network.
A separate manual is provided with your CZone system. Refer to this documentation and to
the NSS evo3 Installation manual for how to install and configure the CZone system.
CZone dashboard
When the CZone is installed and configured, an additional CZone dashboard is added to the
Instruments panels.
Vessel dashboard Navigation dashboard Angler dashboard CZone dashboard
You switch between a panel’s dashboards by selecting the left and right arrow symbols or by
selecting the dashboard from the menu.
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Editing a CZone dashboard
You can customize a CZone dashboard by changing the data for each of the gauges.
Available editing options depend on the type of gauge and which data sources that are
connected to your system.
For more information, refer to "Instrument panels" on page 103.
Remote controllers
You can connect a remote controller to the network and remotely control the unit. To find
out which remote controllers can be used, refer to the product web page at:
www.simrad-yachting.com.
A separate manual is included with the remote controller.

2
Basic operation
System Controls dialog

The System Controls dialog provides quick access to basic system settings. You display the
dialog by making a short press on the Power key or by swiping down from the top of the
screen.
The icons displayed on the dialog can vary. For example, the adjust splits option is only
available if you are viewing a split page when you open the System Controls dialog.
Activating functions
Select the icon of the function you want to set or toggle on or off. For those functions that
toggle on and off, a highlighted icon indicates the function is activated, as shown in the
Instrument bar icon above.
Turning the system on and off

You turn the system off by pressing the Power key, or by selecting the Power option on the
Home page or in the System Controls dialog.
If the Power key is released before the shut-down is completed, the power off process is
cancelled.
Ú Note: If the unit is configured as a slave, you cannot power off the unit by the Power
key, and the System Controls dialog does not display the power off option.
First time startup

When the unit is started for the first time, or after a factory default, the unit displays a setup
wizard. Respond to the setup wizard prompts to select some fundamental setup options.
You can perform further setup using the system settings option and later change settings
made with the setup wizard.
Standby mode
In Standby mode, the backlight for screen and keys are turned off to save power. The system
continues to run in the background.
You select Standby mode from the System Controls dialog.
Display illumination
Brightness
The display backlighting can be adjusted at any time from the System Controls dialog.
You can also cycle the preset backlight levels by short presses on the Power key.
Night mode
The night mode option optimizes the color palette and backlight for low light conditions.
Ú Note: Details on the chart may be less visible when the Night mode is selected!
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Wireless
Provides wireless connection options dependent on the status of the wireless. For example,
connect to a hotspot or change to access point. For option explanations refer to "Wireless
connection" on page 95.
Locking the touchscreen

You can temporarily lock a touchscreen to prevent accidental operation of the system. Lock
the touchscreen when large amounts of water are on the screen, for example, in heavy seas
and weather. This feature is also useful when cleaning the screen while the unit is turned on.
When the touch lock is active you can only operate the unit from the keys.
You lock the touchscreen from the System Controls dialog.
You remove the lock function by a short press on the Power key.
Instrument bar
Toggles the Instrument bar on/off for the current page only.
Touchscreen operation
Basic touchscreen operation on the different panels is shown in the table below.
The panel sections in this manual have more information about panel specific touchscreen
operation.
Icon Description
Tap to:
• Activate a panel on a multi-panel page
• Position the cursor on a panel
• Select a menu and a dialog item
• Toggle a checkbox option on or off
• Show basic information for a selected item
Press and hold:

• On any panel with a cursor to either activate the cursor assist feature
or open the menu. Refer to "Customizing the long press feature" on page 19
• On the Instrument panel to open the Choose data dialog
• On a panel button to see available split screen options
• On a favorite button to enter edit mode
Scroll through a list of available options without activating any option.
Flick to quickly scroll through e.g. the waypoint list. Tap the screen to
stop the scrolling.
Pan to position a chart or Echosounder image on the panel.
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Icon Description
Pinch to zoom out on the chart or on an image.
Spread to zoom in on the chart or on an image.
Using menus and dialogs

Menus
You display a page menu by selecting the MENU button in the upper right corner of the
page.
• Activate a menu item and toggle on/off an option by selecting it
• Adjust a slide bar value by either:
- dragging the slide bar
- selecting the + or - icons
You can also operate the menus by using the rotary knob:
• Turn the knob to scroll through menu items
• Press the knob to select a highlighted item
• Turn the knob to adjust the value of a selected item
Select the Back menu option or the X key to return to the previous menu level, and then
exit.
The status of the cursor (active vs. inactive) changes the menu options.
Dialog boxes
You select entry fields and keys in a dialog box by tapping the screen or by using the rotary
knob.
Numeric and alphanumeric keyboards are automatically displayed when required for
entering user information in dialogs. You operate the keyboard by selecting the virtual keys,
and you confirm your entry by selecting the virtual Enter key or by pressing the rotary knob.
A dialog is closed by saving or cancelling the entry.
A dialog can also be closed by selecting the X in the dialog's upper right corner or by
pressing the X key.
Selecting pages and panels

Selecting a page
• Select a full page panel by selecting the relevant application button on the Home page
• Select a favorite page by selecting the relevant favorite button
• Select a predefined split panel by pressing and holding the relevant application icon
Select active panel

In a multiple panel page, only one panel can be active at a time. The active panel is outlined
with a border.
You can only access the page menu of an active panel.
You activate a panel by tapping it.
Displaying the Favorites panel as a pop-up on a page

You can display the Favorites panel as a pop-up on any page by pressing and holding the
Home key.
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Select a favorites page in the pop-up to display it. The panel will switch to the selected
favorite after 3 seconds.
Creating a Man Overboard waypoint

If an emergency situation should occur, you can create a Man Overboard (MOB) waypoint at
the vessel’s current position by selecting the MOB button on the Home page.
You can also save a Man Overboard (MOB) waypoint at the vessel’s current position by
pressing the Enter and Exit keys simultaneously. Simultaneous pressing the Enter and Exit
keys creates a MOB at the vessel's location
When you activate the MOB function the following actions are automatically performed:
• a MOB waypoint is created at the vessel’s position
• the display switches to a zoomed chart panel, centered on the vessel's position
• the system displays navigation information back to the MOB waypoint
Multiple MOB waypoints are saved by repeatedly pressing the MOB buttons. The vessel
continues to show navigation information to the initial MOB waypoint. Navigation to
subsequent MOB waypoints needs to be done manually.
Cancel navigation to MOB

The system continues to display navigational information towards the MOB waypoint until
you cancel the navigation from the menu.
Delete a MOB waypoint

1. Select the MOB waypoint to activate it
2. Tap the MOB waypoint's pop-up or press the Enter key or the rotary knob to display the
MOB waypoint dialog
3. Select the delete option in the dialog.
A MOB waypoint can also be deleted from the menu when it is activated.
Screen capture
Simultaneously press the Home and Power keys to take a screen capture. Screen captures
are saved to internal memory.
You need to turn on the Screen capture option in the System Settings dialog to be able to
take a screenshot on a touch screen. When the function is activated, you can take a
screenshot on a touch screen by double-selecting the title bar of an open dialog, or by
double-selecting the status bar if no dialog is open.
To view files, refer to "Files" on page 120.
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Customizing your system
Customizing the Home page wallpaper

The Home page's wallpaper can be customized. You can select one of the pictures included
with the system, or you can use your own picture in .jpg or .png format.
The images can be available on any location that can be seen in the files browser. When a
picture is chosen as the wallpaper, it is automatically copied to the Wallpaper folder.
Configuring the WheelKey

You can define what happens with a short or long press of the WheelKey on the front of the
unit.
To configure the Wheel key, select Configure WheelKey on the System Setting dialog.
Select the Short press option or Long press option in the WHEELKEY CONFIGURATION
dialog and then an option from the list displayed.
Customizing the long press feature

Use the Advanced settings dialog to specify if the long press on the panel opens the menu
or displays the cursor assist feature on the panel.
Adjusting panel size

You can change the panel size for an active split page. The panel size can be adjusted for
both favorite pages and for predefined split pages.
1. Activate the System Controls dialog
2. Select the adjust splits option in the dialog
3. Adjust the panel size by dragging the adjustment icon
4. Confirm your changes by tapping one of the panels, by pressing the rotary knob or the
Enter key.
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The changes are saved to the active favorite or split page.
Password protection
You can set a PIN code to prevent unauthorized access to your system settings.
Note: We recommend you record the PIN code (password) and store it in a safe place if you
use this feature.
When you establish password protection, the PIN code must be entered when any of the
following are selected. After the correct PIN code is entered, all of them can be accessed
without re-entering the PIN code.
• Settings, activated from the Tools panel or System Controls dialog
• Alarms, activated from the Tools panel
• Files, activated from the Tools panel
• GoFree Shop, activated from the Tools panel
• Settings, activated from the Chart menu under Chart Options
You set and remove password protection from the system Settings dialog.
Adding new favorite pages

1. Select the New icon in the favorite panel on the Home page to open the page editor
dialog
2. Drag and drop page icons to set up a new page
3. Change the panel arrangement (only possible for 2 or 3 panels), if required
4. Save the page layout.
The system displays the new favorite page, and the new page is included in the list of
favorite pages on the Home page.
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Edit favorite pages
1. Select the edit icon in the Favorite panel:
- Select the X icon on a favorite icon to remove the page
- Select the tool icon on a favorite icon to display the page editor dialog
2. Add or remove panels in the page editor dialog
3. Save or discard your changes to leave the favorite edit mode.
Setting the appearance of the Instrument bar

Data sources connected to the system can be viewed in the Instrument bar.
You can configure the Instrument bar to display either one or two bars. If you specify to
display two bars you can set it to alternate the bars automatically. You can specify the
information displayed in the instrument bars.
Use the menu to select a predefined activity for one or both of the bars. When an activity bar
is selected, predefined instrument gauges are displayed in the instrument bar.
You can turn the Instrument bar off from the System controls dialog.
Ú Note: This only turns the Instrument bar off for the current page.
Turning the Instrument bar on/off

1. Activate the System controls dialog
2. Deactivate/activate the instrument bar icon to toggle the bar on and off.
Select a predefined activity bar

1. Activate the Instrument bar by selecting it
2. Select the MENU button to open the menu
3. Select Bar 1 or Bar 2 and then a predefined activity bar.
Predefined gauges are displayed in the instrument bar. You can change a gauge in the
activity Instrument bar, refer to Edit the content of the Instrument bar below.
Edit the content of the Instrument bar

1. Activate the Instrument bar by selecting it
2. Select the MENU button to open the menu
3. Select Edit to change an instrument gauge followed by the gauge you want to change
4. Select the content you want to display from the Choose Data dialog
5. Select Menu and then Finish editing to save your changes.

Fuel economy gauge
You can display a fuel economy gauge in the instrument bar on application pages (Chart,
Radar, Echo, Nav, and so on). Select the predefined Fuel activity bar or change a gauge
source to Fuel Economy. To change a gauge source, refer to "Setting the appearance of the Instrument
bar" on page 21.
1 Digital readout of current economy

2 Fuel economy measurement units
3 100% efficiency, this equates to the 'nominal consumption'
4 120% efficiency
5 Average fuel economy
6 Instantaneous economy
7 Current fuel level
The fuel economy gauge displays the instantaneous versus historical average fuel efficiency.
The start of the green zone represents ‘Nominal Fuel Economy’, and it displays an additional
20% area to allow your fuel efficiency to be displayed above the nominal fuel economy.
The more efficient you consume fuel, the more the outer blue dial creeps up towards the
green portion of the scale. If you achieve the nominal efficiency of your vessel you will be at
the green zone. If you manage to achieve an efficiency better than your nominal efficiency,
you will be somewhere in the upper green zone.
Nominal fuel economy can be entered in the Vessel Setup dialog displayed from the Fuel
settings dialog.
You can reset your average fuel economy from the Reset Fuel Economy button on the Fuel
settings dialog. When you reset it, the system starts calculating the new average.
Set the measurement units for the fuel economy gauge in the Economy field in the Units
settings dialog.
Bridge Control
The Bridge Control feature allows you to control which pages are shown on several displays
at the same time. The feature is used on vessels with multiple displays mounted in the same
place to quickly configure what information is displayed.
There can be a maximum of four different bridges on your system, and you can have up to
four displays grouped into one bridge. Each display can be configured to only one bridge.
When the displays are included in a bridge, you can configure twelve page configurations
(presets) for each bridge.
Adding displays to a Bridge

Ú Note: All displays must be turned on to be available for bridge configuration.
1. Open the Bridge Configuration dialog

2. Select to configure a new bridge or to edit an existing
- The Bridge Configuration for the selected bridge will be shown, and all displays that
are not already assigned to a bridge will be listed
3. Select the display you want to add to the bridge
- Arrange the displays from left to right in the same physical layout as the displays on
your current bridge/dashboard/helm
4. Rename the bridge if required
5. Save the configuration
Bridge Control will be displayed on the Home page of all units that are configured for a
bridge.
Configuring the preset pages for displays in a bridge

1. Activate the Bridge Control panel by swiping down on Bridge Control on the Home
page
2. Enter edit mode by selecting the edit icon
3. Select the display for which you want to define the preset page
- The page layout option for the selected display will be read from the network, showing
main features and configured favorite pages
4. Select the preferred page
- Select the blank page if you do not want that display to be included in the selected
Bridge preset
5. Repeat step 3 and 4 until a page is configured for all displays in all Bridge presets
6. Select the edit icon again to leave the edit mode and to save your configuration

Selecting Bridge presets
You display an overview of available Bridge presets by swiping down on Bridge Control
on the Home page.
When you select one of the preset configurations all devices included in that bridge will
switch to the pre-configured pages.

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Charts
The chart function displays your vessel’s position relative to land and other chart objects. On
the chart panel you can plan and navigate routes, place waypoints, and display AIS targets.
The Chart panel
1 Waypoint*
2 Vessel with extension line (extension line is optional)
3 Route*
4 North indicator
5 Grid lines*
6 Range rings*
7 Track*
8 Chart range scale
9 Range rings interval (only displayed when Range rings are turned on)
* Optional chart items. You turn the optional chart items on/off individually from the Chart
settings dialog.
Chart data
The system is delivered with different embedded cartography depending on region.
All units support Insight charts from Navico including Insight Genesis. The system also
supports charts from Navionics and C-MAP as well as content created by a variety of third
party mapping providers in the AT5 format. For a full selection of available charts, visit
www.gofreeshop.com, www.c-map.com, or www.navionics.com.
Ú Note: In this manual, all possible chart menu options are described. These options vary
depending on the chart you are using.
Charts on chart cards are shared over the Ethernet network, so only one chart card per vessel
is required.
Ú Note: The system does not automatically switch to embedded cartography if the chart
card is removed. A low-resolution chart will be displayed until you re-insert the card or
manually switch back to the embedded cartography.
Showing dual chart types

If you have different chart types available - embedded, in the card slot, or on the Ethernet
network - you can show two different chart types simultaneously on a page with two chart
panels.
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You can select a dual chart panel by pressing and holding the Chart application button on
the Home page, or by creating a favorite page with two chart panels.
Selecting chart type

You specify the chart type in the Chart panel by selecting one of the available chart types in
the chart source menu option.
If you have a multiple Chart panel, the chart type is set individually for each chart panel.
Activate one of the chart panels, and then select one of the available chart types in the chart
source menu option. Repeat the process for the second chart panel, and select an alternative
chart type for this panel.
If you have identical charts available - built in, in the card slot or on the Ethernet network -
the system automatically selects the chart with most chart details for your displayed region.
Panning the chart

You can move the chart in any direction by dragging your finger on the screen.
Select the Clear cursor menu option or press the X key to remove the cursor and cursor
window from the panel. This also centers the chart to the vessel position.
Chart scale
You zoom in and out on the chart by using the zoom panel icons, the rotary knob, or by
using 2 fingers to pinch (zoom out) and spread (zoom in).
Chart range scale and range rings interval (when turned on) are shown in the lower right
corner of the chart panel.
Vessel symbol
When the system has a valid GPS position lock, the vessel symbol indicates vessel position. If
no GPS position is available, the vessel symbol includes a question mark.
Positioning the vessel on the chart panel

Chart orientation
Several options are available for how the chart is rotated in the panel. The chart orientation
symbol in the panel’s upper right corner indicates the north direction.
North up Heading up Course up
North up
Displays the chart with north upward.
Heading up
Displays the chart with the vessel’s heading directed upward. Heading information is
received from a compass. If heading is not available, then the COG from the GPS is used.
Course up
Displays the chart with the direction the vessel is ACTUALLY traveling directed upward,
which in some cases is not the direction the vessel is headed.
Look ahead
Moves the vessel icon closer to the bottom of the screen so that you can maximize your view
ahead.
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Displaying information about chart items
When you select a chart item, a waypoint, a route, or a target, basic information for the
selected item is displayed. Select the chart item's pop-up to display all available information
for that item. You can also activate the detailed information dialog from the menu.
Ú Note: If you are viewing applicable C-MAP charts on your system, you can select marine
objects to display information about services and available multimedia (photos)
associated with the location or object.
Ú Note: Pop-up information has to be enabled in chart settings to see basic item
information.
Using the cursor on the chart panel

By default, the cursor is not shown on the chart panel.
When you activate the cursor, the cursor position window is displayed. When the cursor is
active, the chart does not pan or rotate to follow the vessel.
Press the X key or select the Clear cursor menu option to remove the cursor and the cursor
window from the panel. This also centers the chart to the vessel position.
Select the Restore cursor menu option to display the cursor in its previous location. The
Clear cursor and Restore cursor options are useful features for toggling between the
vessel's current location and the cursor position.
GoTo cursor
You can navigate to a selected position on the image by positioning the cursor on the panel,
then using the Goto Cursor option in the menu.
The cursor assist function

Ú Note: The cursor assist function is available if it is enabled. Refer to "Customizing the long press
feature" on page 19.
The cursor assist function allows for fine tuning and precision placement of the cursor
without covering details with your finger.
Activate the cursor on the panel, then press and hold your finger on the screen to switch the
cursor symbol to a selection circle, appearing above your finger.
Without removing your finger from the screen, drag the selection circle to the desired
position.
When you remove your finger from the screen the cursor reverts to normal cursor operation.
Measuring distance
The cursor can be used to measure the distance between your vessel and a selected position,
or between 2 points on the chart panel.
1. Position the cursor on the point from where you want to measure the distance. Start the
measure function from the menu
- The measuring icons appear with a line drawn from the vessel center to the cursor
position, and the distance is listed in the cursor information window.
2. You can reposition the measuring points by dragging either icon as long as the
measuring function is active
Ú Note: The bearing is always measured from the grey icon to the blue icon.

You can also start the measuring function without an active cursor. Both measuring icons are
then initially located at the vessel position. The grey icon follows the vessel as the vessel
moves, while the blue icon remains at the position given when you activated the function.
You terminate the measuring function by selecting the Finish measuring option or by
pressing the X key.
Saving waypoints
A waypoint is saved at the cursor position if active or at the vessel's position if the cursor is
not active on the panel, by doing the following:
• Pressing the rotary knob
• Pressing the Mark key
• Using the new waypoint option in the menu
Creating routes
You can create routes as follows on the chart panel.
1. Position the cursor on the chart panel
2. Select New followed by New route in the menu
3. Tap the chart panel to position the first routepoint
4. Continue positioning the remaining routepoints
5. Save the route by selecting the save option in the menu.
Ú Note: For more information, refer to "Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks" on page 37.
Find objects on chart panels

You can search for other vessels or various chart items from a chart panel.
Activate the cursor on the panel to search from the cursor position. If the cursor is not active,
the system searches for items from the vessel's position.
Ú Note: You must have a SIRIUS data package subscription to search for fueling stations
and an AIS receiver connected to search for vessels.
3D charts
The 3D option provides a three dimensional graphical view of land and sea contours.
Ú Note: All chart types work in 3D mode, but without 3D cartography for the appropriate
area the chart appears flat.
When the 3D chart option is selected, the Pan and the Rotate icons appear on the chart
panel.

Panning the 3D chart
You can move the chart in any direction by selecting the Pan icon and then panning in the
desired direction.
Press the X key or select the Return to vessel menu option to stop panning, and to center
the chart to vessel position.
Controlling the view angle

You can control the view angle by selecting the Rotate icon and then panning the chart
panel.
• To change the direction you are viewing, pan horizontally
• To change the tilt angle of the view, pan vertically
Ú Note: When centered on the vessel position, only the tilt angle can be adjusted. The
view direction is controlled by the chart orientation setting. See "Positioning the vessel on the
chart panel" on page 26.
Zooming a 3D chart
You zoom in and out on a 3D chart by using the zoom panel icons or the rotary knob.
Chart overlay
Radar, structure, SonarChart Live (Navionics charts only) and weather data can be displayed
as overlay on your chart panel.
When an overlay is selected, the chart menu expands to include basic menu functions for the
selected overlay.
Radar, structure and weather functions are described in separate sections in this manual. For
more information about SonarChart Live, see section "SonarChart Live" on page 32.
Insight and C-MAP charts

All possible menu options for Insight and C-MAP charts are described below. The features
and menu options available can vary depending on the charts you use. This section shows
menus from an Insight chart.
Ú Note: A menu option is greyed out if it is not available on the chart displayed. For
example, raster charts are not available with Insight, so the Raster charts menu option is
greyed out when Insight charts are displayed.
Insight and C-MAP tides and currents

The system can display Insight and C-MAP tides and currents. With this information it is
possible to predict the time, level, direction and strength of currents and tides. This is an
important tool when considering planning and navigation of a trip.
In large zoom ranges the tides and currents are displayed as a square icon including the
letter T (Tides) or C (Current). When you select one of the icons, tidal or current information
for that location are displayed.
Dynamic current data can be viewed by zooming inside a 1-nautical mile zoom range. At
that range, the Current icon changes to an animated dynamic icon that shows the speed and
direction of the current. Dynamic icons are colored in black (greater than 6 knots), red
(greater than 2 knots and less than or equal to 6 knots), yellow (greater than 1 knot and less
than or equal to 2 knots) or green (equal to or less than 1 knot), depending on the current in
that location.
If there is no current (0 knots) this will be shown as a white, square icon.

Static Current and Tide icons Dynamic Current icons
Insight and C-MAP specific chart options

Orientation, Look ahead, 3D, and change Chart source (previously described in this section)
are common for all chart types.
Presentation
The charts can be displayed in different imagery styles.
Shaded relief No contours
Raster imagery High resolution bathymetry
Shaded relief
Shades seabed terrain.
No contours
Removes contour lines from the chart.
Raster charts
Changes the view to that of a traditional paper chart.
Raster transparency
Controls the transparency of raster imagery.
High resolution bathymetry

Enables and disables higher concentration of contour lines.

Insight and C-MAP view options
Chart detail
• Full
All available information for the chart in use.
• Medium
Minimum information sufficient for navigation.
• Low
Basic level of information that cannot be removed, and includes information that is
required in all geographic areas. It is not intended to be sufficient for safe navigation.
Insight and C-MAP chart categories

Insight and C-MAP charts include several categories and sub-categories that you can turn
on/off individually depending on which information you want to see.
Photo overlay
Photo overlay enables you to view satellite photo images of an area as an overlay on the
chart. The availability of such photos is limited to certain regions, and cartography versions.
You can view photo overlays in either 2D or 3D modes.
No Photo overlay Photo overlay, land only Full Photo overlay
Photo transparency
The Photo transparency sets the opaqueness of the photo overlay. With minimum
transparency settings the chart details are almost hidden by the photo.
Minimum transparency Transparency at 80
Depth palette
Controls the Depth palette used on the map.
Paper chart
Changes the appearance of the map to a paper chart style.
Safety depth
Insight and C-MAP charts use different shades of blue to distinguish between shallow (lighter
shades) and deep (darker shades) water. After enabling Safety depth, specify the
desired safety depth limit. The Safety depth sets the limit at which depths will be
drawn without blue shading.
Depth filter
Filters out depth values shallower than the selected depth filter limit.

Shading
Shades different areas of the seabed, depending on the selected Shading category.
Ú Note: Composition and Vegetation shading are not applicable to C-MAP charts.
Depth 1 and Depth 2

Depth presets that shade different depths in different colors.
Custom
You can adjust the depth threshold, color and opacity (transparency) of color shading for
Depth 1 and Depth 2.
3D exaggeration
Graphical settings that are available in 3D mode only. Exaggeration is a multiplier applied to
the drawn height of hills on land, and troughs in water to make them look taller or deeper.
Ú Note: This option is grayed out if the data is not available in the map card inserted.
Navionics charts
Some Navionics features require the most current data from Navionics. For those features, a
message is displayed stating that the feature is unavailable if you do not have the
appropriate Navionics charts or chart card inserted. For more information on what is required
for these features, refer to www.navionics.com
Navionics specific chart options

Orientation, Look ahead, 3D and change Chart source (previously described in this section)
are common for all chart types.
Community edits
Toggles on the chart layer including Navionics edits. These are user information or edits
uploaded to Navionics Community by users, and made available in Navionics charts.
For more information, refer to Navionics information included with your chart, or to
Navionics website: www.navionics.com.
SonarChart Live
SonarChart Live is a real-time feature where the device creates an overlay of depth contours
based on your own live sonar soundings.
In the Navionics chart menu, select Overlay and then SonarChart Live to display it as an
overlay on the chart.
When you select SonarChart Live overlay the menu expands to display SonarChart Live
Options. Use the options to set the transparency and minimum depth.
Transparency
The SonarChart Live overlay is drawn on top of other chart data. The chart data is completely
covered at minimum transparency. Adjust the transparency to allow the chart details to be
seen.
Minimum depth
Adjusts what SonarChart Live rendering treats as the safety depth. This affects the coloring of
the SonarChart Live area. As the vessel approaches the safety depth, the SonarChart Live area
will gradually change from a simple grey/white to red.

Navionics view options
Chart shading
Shading adds terrain information to the chart.
Navionics dynamic tide and current icons

Shows tides and currents with a gauge and an arrow instead of the diamond icons used for
static tides and current information.
The tide and current data available in Navionics charts are related to a specific date and time.
The system animates the arrows and/or gauges to show the tides and currents evolution
over time.
Dynamic tide information Dynamic current information
The following icons and symbology are used:
Current speed
The arrow length depends on the rate, and the symbol is rotated
according to flow direction. Flow rate is shown inside the arrow symbol.
The red symbol is used when current speed is increasing, and the blue
symbol is used when current speed is decreasing.
Tide height
The gauge has 8 labels and is set according to absolute max/min value
of the evaluated day. The red arrow is used when tide is rising, and the
blue arrow is used when tide is falling.
Ú Note: All numeric values are shown in the relevant system units (unit of measurement)
set by user.
Easy View
Magnifying feature that increases the size of chart items and text.
Ú Note: There is no indication on the chart showing that this feature is active.
Photo overlay
Photo overlay enables you to view satellite photo images of an area as an overlay on the
chart. The availability of such photos is limited to certain regions, and cartography versions.
You can view photo overlays in either 2D or 3D modes.
No Photo overlay Photo overlay, land only Full Photo overlay
Photo transparency
The Photo transparency sets the opaqueness of the photo overlay. With minimum
transparency settings the chart details are almost hidden by the photo.

Minimum transparency Maximum transparency
SonarChart
The system supports the Navionics SonarChart feature.
SonarChart displays a bathymetry map showing high resolution contour detail and standard
navigational data. For more information, refer to www.navionics.com.
SC Density
Controls the density of the SonarChart and SonarChart Live contours.
Fishing range
Select a range of depths between which Navionics fills with a different color.
This allows you to highlight a specific range of depths for fishing purposes. The range is only
as accurate as the underlying chart data, meaning that if the chart only contains 5 meter
intervals for contour lines, the shading is rounded to the nearest available contour line.
No Depth highlight range Depth highlight range: 6 m - 12 m
Shallow water highlight

Highlights areas of shallow water.
This allows you to highlight areas of water between 0 and the selected depth (up to 10
meters/30 feet).
No shallow water highlighted Shallow water highlight: 0 m - 3 m

Navionics chart settings
Colored seabed areas

Used for displaying different depth areas in different shades of blue.
Presentation type
Provides marine charting information such as symbols, colors of the navigation chart and
wording for either International or U.S. presentation types.
Annotation
Determines what area information, such as names of locations and notes of areas, is available
to display.
Chart details
Provides you with different levels of geographical layer information.
Safety depth
The Navionics charts use different shades of blue to distinguish between shallow and deep
water.
Safety depth, based on a selected limit, is drawn without blue shading.
Ú Note: The built in Navionics database features data down to 20 m, after which it is all
white.
Contours depth
Determines which contours you see on the chart down to the selected safety depth value.
Rock filter level

Hides rock identification on the chart beneath a given depth.
This helps you to declutter charts in areas where there are many rocks located at depths well
below your vessel's draught.
Chart settings
Settings and display options made in the Chart settings page are common for all chart
panels.
3D boat selection
Determines which icon to use on 3D charts.
Boat settings
The boat settings are used when calculating an automatic route. The boat's draught, width
and height must be input to use Navionics Dock-to-dock autorouting and easy routing
features.

Ú Note: Dock-to-doc Autorouting is not available in units used in U.S. territorial waters.
Range Rings
The range rings can be used to present the distance from your vessel to other chart objects.
The range scale is set automatically by the system to suit the chart scale.
Extension lines
Sets the lengths of the extension lines for your vessel and for other vessels shown as AIS
targets.
A: Heading
B: Course Over Ground (COG)
The lengths of the extension lines are either set as a fixed distance, or to indicate the distance
the vessel moves in the selected time period. If no options are turned on for the vessel then
no extension lines are shown for your vessel.
Your vessel heading is based on information from the active heading sensor and the COG is
based on information from the active GPS sensor.
For other vessels, COG data is included in the message received from the AIS system.
ForwardScan
If you have ForwardScan and this option is selected, the ForwardScan heading extension is
shown on the chart. Refer to "Heading extension" on page 91.
SonarChart Live tide correction

When selected, the tide correction feature uses information from nearby tide stations (if
available) to adjust the depth values used by SonarChart Live as the sonar is recorded.
Synchronize 2D/3D chart

Links the position shown on one chart with the position shown on the other chart when a
2D and a 3D chart are shown side by side.
Pop-up information
Selects whether basic information for chart items is displayed when you select the item.
Grid lines
Turns on/off viewing of longitude and latitude grid lines on the chart.
Waypoints, Routes, Tracks

Turns on/off displaying of these items on chart panels. Also opens the Waypoints, Routes and
Tracks dialogs you can use to manage them.

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Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks
Waypoints
A waypoint is a user generated mark positioned on a chart, on a radar image or on the
Echosounder image. Each waypoint has an exact position with latitude and longitude
coordinates. A waypoint positioned on the Echosounder image has a depth value, in
addition to position information. A waypoint is used to mark a position you later may want to
return to. Two or more waypoints can also be combined to create a route.
Saving waypoints
Moving a waypoint
1. Select the waypoint you want to move. The waypoint icon expands to indicate that it is
active.
2. Activate the menu and select the waypoint in the menu
3. Select the move option
4. Select the new waypoint position
5. Press the Enter key or the rotary knob to confirm the new position.
The waypoint is now automatically saved at the new position.
Edit a waypoint
You can edit all information about a waypoint from the Edit Waypoint dialog.
This dialog is activated by selecting the waypoint's pop-up, by pressing the rotary knob, or
from the menu when the waypoint is activated.
The dialog can also be accessed from the Waypoints tool on the Home page.
Waypoint alarm settings

You can set an alarm radius for each individual waypoint you create. The alarm is set in the
Edit Waypoint dialog.
Ú Note: The waypoint radius alarm must be toggled ON in the alarm dialog to activate an
alarm when your vessel comes within the defined radius. For more information, refer to
"Alarms dialog" on page 118.
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Routes
A route consists of a series of routepoints entered in the order that you want to navigate
them.
When you select a route on the chart panel it turns green, and the route name is displayed.
The system includes support for Navionics Autorouting and C-MAP Easy Routing. This feature
automatically suggests routepoints between the first and last routepoint of a route, or
between selected routepoints in a complex route. You can use the feature when you create a
new route, or you can use it to edit already saved routes.
Creating a new route on the chart panel

1. Activate the cursor on the chart panel
2. Select the new route option from the menu
3. Position the first waypoint on the chart panel
4. Continue positioning new routepoints on the chart panel until the route is completed
Edit a route from the chart panel

1. Select the route to make it active
2. Select the route edit option in the menu
3. Position the new routepoint on the chart panel:
- If you set the new routepoint on a leg, a new point is added between existing
routepoints
- If you set the new routepoint outside the route, the new routepoint is added after the
last point in the route
4. Drag a routepoint to move it to a new position
Ú Note: The menu changes depending on the selected edit option. All edits are confirmed
or cancelled from the menu.
Dock-to-dock Autorouting and Easy Routing

The Dock-to-dock Autorouting and Easy Routing suggest new routepoint positions based on
information in the map and on your boat's size. Before you can start using this feature the
boat draught, width and height must be entered into the system. The boat settings dialog is
automatically displayed if the information is missing when you start the feature.
Ú Note: Units designed for sale in the U.S. region do not have Autorouting capabilities.
Autorouting features are disabled on all non-U.S. units when they are used in U.S.
territorial waters.
Ú Note: It is not possible to start the Dock-to-dock Autorouting or Easy Routing if one of
the selected routepoints is located in an unsafe area. A warning dialog is displayed, and
you have to move the relevant routepoint(s) to a safe area to proceed.
Ú Note: If no compatible cartography is available, the Dock-to-dock Autorouting or Easy
Routing menu option is not available. Compatible cartography includes C-MAP MAX-N+,
Navionics+ and Navionics Platinum. For a full selection of available charts, visit
www.gofreemarine.com, www.c-map.com or www.navionics.com.
1. Position at least two routepoints on a new route, or open an existing route for editing.
2. Select Dock-to-dock Autorouting, followed by:
- Entire Route if you want the system to add new routepoints between the first and the
last routepoint of the open route.
- Selection if you want to manually select the routepoints that define the limits for the
autorouting, then select the relevant routepoints. Selected routepoints are colored red.
Only two routepoints can be selected, and the system discards any routepoints
between your selected start and end points.
3. Select Accept to start the automatic routing.
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- When the automatic routing is completed the route appears in preview mode, and the
legs are color coded to indicate safe or unsafe areas. Navionics uses red (unsafe) and
green (safe), while C-MAP uses red (unsafe), yellow (dangerous) and green (safe).
4. Move any routepoints if required when the route is in preview mode.
5. Select Keep to accept the routepoints positions.
6. Eventually repeat step 2 (Selection) and step 3 if you want the system to automatically
position routepoints for other parts of the route.
7. Select Save to complete the automatic routing and save the route.
Dock-to-dock Autorouting and Easy Routing examples

• Entire route option used when first and last route points are selected.
First and last routepoint Result after automatic routing
• Selection option used for autorouting part of a route.
Two routepoints selected Result after automatic routing
Creating routes using existing waypoints

You can create a new route by combining existing waypoints from the Routes dialog. The
dialog is activated by using the Waypoints tool on the Home page and then selecting the
Routes tab.
Converting Tracks to Routes

You can convert a track to a route from the Edit Track dialog. The dialog is activated by
activating the track, then selecting the track's pop-up, pressing the rotary knob or selecting
the info options from the menu.
You can convert a track to a route from the Edit Track dialog. The dialog is activated by
activating the track, then selecting the track's pop-up, pressing the rotary knob or selecting
the info options from the menu.
The Edit Tracks dialog can also be accessed by selecting the Tracks tool on the Home page.

The Edit Route dialog
You can add and remove routepoints from the Edit Route dialog. This dialog is activated by
selecting an active route's pop-up, by pressing the rotary knob, or from the menu.
The dialog can also be accessed by using the Waypoints tool on the Home page.
Tracks
Tracks are a graphical presentation of the historical path of the vessel, allowing you to retrace
where you have travelled. Tracks can be converted to routes from the Edit dialog.
From the factory, the system is set to automatically track and draw the vessel's movement on
the chart panel. The system continues to record the Tracks until the length reaches the
maximum points, and then automatically begins overwriting the oldest points.
The automatic tracking function can be turned off from the Tracks dialog.
Creating new Tracks

You can start a new trail from the Trails dialog, activated by using the Waypoints tool on the
Home page.
Tracks settings
Tracks are made up of a series of points connected by line segments whose length depends
on the frequency of the recording.
Ú Note: The Tracks option must also be turned ON in the chart settings to be visible.
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Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks dialogs
The Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks dialogs give access to advanced edit functions and
settings for these items.
The dialogs are accessed by selecting the Waypoints button on the Tools panel on the
Home page.

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Navigating
The navigation function included in the system allows you to navigate to the cursor position,
to a waypoint, or along a predefined route.
If autopilot functionality is included in your system, the autopilot can be set to automatically
navigate the vessel.
For information about positioning waypoints and creating routes, refer to "Waypoints, Routes, and
Tracks" on page 37.
Navigation panels
The Nav and Position panels can be used to display information when you are navigating.
The Nav panel
The Nav panel is activated from the Home page, either as a full page panel or as part of a
multiple panel page.
1 Data fields
2 Route information
3 Vessel heading
4 Bearing to next routepoint
5 Bearing line with allowed off course limit
When travelling on a route the bearing line shows the intended course from one
waypoint towards the next. When navigating towards a waypoint (cursor position,
MOB or an entered lat/lon position), the bearing line shows the intended course
from the point at which navigation was started towards the waypoint.
6 Vessel symbol
Indicates distance and bearing relative to the intended course. If the XTE (Cross
Track Error) exceeds the defined XTE limit, this is indicated with a red arrow
including the distance from the track line. Refer to "XTE limit" on page 45.
7 Routepoint information
Position panels
You can switch between displaying the Nav panel or the Position panel. The Position panel is
activated from the menu.
By default, there is one position panel available showing GPS position.
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If Loran is enabled, there are two position panels. This is indicated with arrow symbols on left
and right side of the panel.
You toggle between the panels by selecting the left or right arrow symbols, or by using the
arrow keys.
GPS position info Loran position info
Edit data fields

To change the data fields displayed on the Navigation panels:
1. Activate the menu
2. Select the edit option from the menu
3. Activate the field you want to edit
4. Select the information type
5. Save your changes.
Navigate to cursor position

You can start navigating to a cursor position on any chart, radar, or Echosounder panel.
Position the cursor at the selected destination on the panel, and then select the Goto
Cursor option in the menu.
Ú Note: The Goto Cursor menu option is not available if you are already navigating.
Navigate a route
You can start navigating a route from the chart panel or from the Route dialog.
When route navigation is started, the menu expands and shows options for canceling the
navigation, for skipping a waypoint, and for restarting the route from current vessel position.
Starting a route from the chart panel

Activate a route on the panel, and then select the route navigation option from the menu.
You can select a routepoint to start navigating from a selected position.
Start navigating a route from the Route dialog

You can start navigating from the Route dialog, activated by:
• Selecting the Waypoint tool from the Home page and then the Routes tab
• Selecting the route details from the menu
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Cancel navigation
When you are navigating, the menu includes an option for cancelling the navigation.
Navigating with the autopilot

When you start navigation on a system with autopilot functionality, you are prompted to set
the autopilot to navigation mode.
Ú Note: The prompt to set the autopilot to navigation mode is disabled if the boat type is
set to SAIL in the Autopilot Commissioning dialog.
If you choose not to engage the autopilot or if your boat is set to SAIL, the autopilot can be
set to navigation mode from the Autopilot Controller later on. For more information about
autopilot functionality, refer to "Autopilot" on page 50.
Navigation settings
Navigation method
Different methods are available for calculating the distance and bearing between any two
points on a chart.
The Great circle route is the shortest path between two points. However, if you are to travel
along such a route, it would be difficult to steer manually as the heading would constantly
be changing (except in the case of due north, south, or along the equator).
Rhumb lines are tracks of constant bearing. It is possible to travel between two locations
using Rhumb line computation, but the distance would usually be greater than if Great circle
is used.
Arrival radius
Sets an invisible circle around the destination waypoint.
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The vessel is considered arrived at the waypoint when it is within this radius.
XTE limit
This setting defines how far the vessel can deviate from the selected route, if the vessel goes
beyond this limit, an alarm is activated.
Arrival alarm
When the arrival alarm is enabled, an alarm is activated when the vessel reaches the
waypoint or when it is within the specified arrival radius.
Magnetic variation
Magnetic variation is the difference between true bearings and magnetic bearings, caused
by different locations of the Geographic and the Magnetic north poles. Any local anomalies
such as iron deposits might also affect the magnetic bearings.
When set to Auto, the system automatically converts magnetic north to true north. Select
manual mode if you need to enter your own local magnetic variation.
Datum
Most paper charts are made in the WGS84 format, which also is used by the NSS evo3.
If your paper charts are in a different format, you can change the datum settings accordingly
to match your paper charts.
Coordinate system
Several coordinate systems can be used to control the format for latitude and longitude
coordinates displayed on the chart panel.
Phantom Loran
Enables use of Phantom Loran positioning system.
Loran settings
Defines Loran chains (GRI) and preferred station for waypoint entry, cursor position and
position panel.
The graphic example shows a cursor position window with Loran position information.
For more information refer to your Loran system documentation.
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TripIntel
TripIntel lets you store and recall information on trips. You can use the information to make
informed decisions prior to commencing a trip, or when a trip is underway.
Ú Note: Vessel Fuel setup is required for this feature. Refer to the unit's separate installation
manual.
Ú Note: For best results, it is recommended to run software version 2.4.0 or newer in your
EP-85R Storage Device or latest software in your Fuel Data manager.
Select the TripIntel button on the Tool panel to display the TripIntel page.
Current trip statistics

The Information tab on the TripIntel page shows current trip statistics:
• Distance traveled
• Time traveled
• Average speed
• Maximum speed
• Fuel economy
• Fuel used
Automatic trip recording

There is an automatic trip detection feature. When you start navigating you are prompted to
start recording the trip if no trip is currently underway and your speed has been more than 2
knots for 20 seconds. You will be prompted to continue a trip or start a new trip if the trip
was not explicitly saved before a power off.
You can manually start the recording later from the TripIntel page.
You can turn off the automatic trip detection feature from the Tracks and Trip settings dialog.
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Start and stop trip recordings
If you have selected to not start recording a trip from the automatic trip detection prompt,
you can manually start a recording from the TripIntel page.
The Start and Stop trip options let you specify a trip recording. You can use them to
segment a single passage into multiple trips providing a finer level of control of the
information that is logged for a journey.
Long-term statistics
Select Long Term Statistics to view seasonal trip information such as engine running hours,
total distance traveled, and fuel economy.
Adjust total distance

Select the Adjust total distance button to change the Total distance. Use this option if you
have not recorded a trip or part of a trip that you have taken and want to include the
distance in the Total distance statistic.
Reset fuel economy

Select Reset fuel economy to reset the fuel economy in the Fuel economy gauge on the
Instrument bar.
Estimated fuel range ring

The Estimated fuel range ring on the TripIntel page represents the estimated total distance
that the boat can travel based on historical consumption, and the amount of fuel left in the
tanks.
Ú Note: The Estimated fuel range ring represents fuel consumption on a one way trip only,
it does not include fuel estimates for the return trip to your current location. It represents
the distance in which your boat will completely run out of fuel.
Ú Note: The Estimated fuel range ring is calculated from the Vessel Fuel Remaining only,
not level sensors. When recording your refueling, you must 'Set to full' or 'Add fuel' for
the range ring to be accurate.
Fuel gauge
The Fuel Gauge on the TripIntel page, and on the economy gauge is displayed based on the
setting in the Vessel Setup page. You must select the Fuel Remaining measurement type.
• Fuel consumed by engine(s)
• Fuel tank level sensor(s)
Ú Note: This is only for the TripIntel page and the economy graph.
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Record your refueling
Select the Fuel button to record the amount of your refuel. The refuel information is used for
calculating the Vessel Fuel Remaining amount.
Tide gauge
The Tide gauge on the TripIntel page shows the tide height at the selected tide station.
Tide graphs and stations

Tide stations on Chart cards provide tide information. Select the Tide button to view tide
graphs and specify which Tide station provides tide information. If no tide station is chosen,
tide information from the nearest tide station is used.
View trip recordings

Recorded trips are listed in the History tab on the TripIntel page. To view detailed trip
information select a trip in the list.
Change trip recording names

Trips are given generic names when they are created. You can change the trip name to a
more meaningful one by selecting it on the History list and then select the name in the Trip
History details dialog. This opens the Trip name dialog where you can change the trip name.
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Autopilot
If a compatible autopilot computer is connected to the system, autopilot functionality is
available in the system.
The system does not allow for more than one autopilot computer on the network.
The display unit automatically detects the autopilot computer available on the network and
presents settings, configuration and user options for the connected computer.
For details about installing and configuring an autopilot computer, refer to the separate
manuals that come with the autopilot computer.
Safe operation with the autopilot
Warning: An autopilot is a useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT replace

a human navigator.
Activating the autopilot

You activate the autopilot from any panel by selecting the autopilot tile in the Instrument
bar, followed by selecting a mode in the Autopilot Controller.
Switching from automatic mode to manual steering

You switch the autopilot to STBY mode from any automatic operation mode from the
autopilot pop-up or using a physical standby key.
Autopilot indication on the pages
1 Autopilot indication in Status bar

2 Autopilot pop-up
3 Autopilot tile in Instrument bar
Autopilot mode indication in the Status bar

The Status bar shows autopilot information as long as an autopilot computer is connected to
the network.
Icons are included if the autopilot is passive or locked by another autopilot control unit.
Autopilot pop up
You control the autopilot from the autopilot pop-up.
The pop-up has a fixed position on the page, and it is available for all pages except when an
Autopilot panel is active.
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As long as the autopilot pop-up is active, you cannot operate the background panel or its
menu.
You remove the pop-up from a page by selecting the X in the upper right corner, or by
pressing the X key. You turn it on again by selecting the autopilot tile in the instrument bar.
The following pop-ups are available:
• Autopilot controller, showing active mode, heading, rudder and various steering
information depending on active autopilot mode. Manual adjustments to the set heading
can only be made when the port and starboard arrow indicators are illuminated red and
green.
• Mode selection, includes access to turn pattern selection.
• Turn pattern selection
Ú Note: The turn steering option is not available if the boat type is set to SAIL in the
Autopilot Commissioning dialog, instead the tack/gybe feature is implemented. Refer to
"Tacking in AUTO mode" on page 52 and "Tacking in WIND mode" on page 55.
Autopilot controller Mode selection Turn pattern selection
Autopilot tile in Instrument bar

You can select to show the autopilot tile in the Instrument bar.
If the autopilot pop-up is turned off you can turn it on by selecting the tile in the Instrument
bar.
The Autopilot panel

The autopilot panel is used to display navigation data. It can be shown as a full screen panel,
or in a multi-panel page.
The number of data fields included in the autopilot panel is dependent on available panel
size.
Data fields
The following abbreviations are used in the autopilot panel:
CTS Course to steer

DTD Distance to destination
DTW Distance to next waypoint
SOG Speed over ground
COG Course over ground
XTE Cross track error (L: left or R: right)
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Autopilot modes
The autopilot has several steering modes. The number of modes and features within the
mode depend on the autopilot computer, the boat type and available inputs, as explained in
the description of the following steering modes.
Standby mode
Standby mode is used when you steer the boat at the helm. Switch the autopilot to Standby
mode from any operation by selecting the Standby mode button in the autopilot pop-up or
using a physical standby key.
Non-Follow Up (NFU, Power steering)

In NFU mode you use the port and starboard arrow buttons in the autopilot pop-up to
control the rudder. The rudder will move as long as the button is pressed.
• Activate NFU mode by selecting the port or starboard arrow button in the pop-up when
the autopilot is in Standby or FU mode.
You return to Standby mode by selecting the Standby mode button in the autopilot pop-
up or using a physical standby key.
Follow-up steering (FU)

In FU mode you use the rotary knob to control the rudder angle. Press the rotary knob, then
turn the knob to set the rudder angle. The rudder moves to the commanded angle and then
stop.
• You select FU mode from the autopilot pop-up
Ú Note: If the autopilot pop-up is closed or if an alarm dialog is activated on the unit
controlling the autopilot in FU mode, the autopilot automatically changes to Standby
mode.
Warning: While in FU mode you cannot take manual control of the wheel.
AUTO mode (auto compass)

In AUTO mode the autopilot issues rudder commands required to steer the vessel
automatically on a set heading.
• You select AUTO mode from the autopilot pop-up. When the mode is activated, the
autopilot selects the current boat heading as the set heading.
Changing set heading in AUTO mode

You adjust the set heading by using the rotary knob, the Port/Starboard arrow buttons in the
autopilot pop-up, or by selecting the Heading tile in the autopilot pop-up and then entering
the desired heading value.
An immediate heading change takes place. The new heading is maintained until a new
heading is set.
Heading capture
When the vessel is turning in AUTO mode, an instant reset of the mode activates the heading
capture function. This automatically cancels the turn, and the vessel continues on the
heading read from the compass the very moment you re-activated the mode.
Tacking in AUTO mode

Ú Note: The tack function is only available when the system is set up for boat type SAIL in
the Autopilot Commissioning dialog and is not available for NAC-1 autopilot computers.

Tacking should only be performed into the wind and must be tried out in calm sea
conditions with light wind to find out how it works on your boat. Due to a wide range of
boat characteristics (from cruising to racing boats) the performance of the tack function may
vary from boat to boat.
Tacking in AUTO mode is different from tacking in WIND mode. In AUTO mode the tack angle
is fixed and as defined by the user. For more details, refer to "Tacking in WIND mode" on page 55.
You initiate the tack function from AUTO mode.
When tacking direction is selected the autopilot changes the current set course according to
the set fixed tacking angle.
You can interrupt the tack operation as long as the tack dialog is open by selecting the
opposite tacking direction. When interrupted the boat returns to the previous set heading.
NoDrift mode
NoDrift mode combines the autopilot and the positioning information from the GPS.
In NoDrift mode the vessel is steered along a calculated track line in a direction set by the
user. If the vessel's heading is drifting away from the original heading due to current and/or
wind, the vessel follows the line with a crab angle.
1. Turn the vessel to the desired heading
2. Activate the NoDrift mode. The autopilot draws an invisible bearing line based on current
heading from the boat’s position
Unlike in AUTO (compass) mode, the autopilot now uses the position information to
calculate the cross track error, and automatically keeps your track straight.
You use the port/starboard arrow panel buttons in the autopilot pop-up or the rotary knob
to reset the bearing line while in NoDrift mode.
Dodging
If you need to avoid an obstacle when using NoDrift mode, you can set the autopilot to
Standby mode and power steer or use the helm until the obstacle is passed.
If you return to NoDrift mode within 60 seconds you can select to continue on previous set
bearing line.
If you do not respond, the dialog disappears and the autopilot goes to NoDrift mode with
current heading as set bearing line.
NAV mode
Warning: NAV mode should only be used in open waters.
You can use the autopilot to automatically steer the boat to a specific waypoint location, or
along a pre-defined route. The position information from the GPS is used to change the
course to steer to keep the boat on the track line and to the destination waypoint.
Ú Note: To obtain satisfactory navigation steering, the NSS evo3 must have valid position
input. Autosteering must be tested and determined satisfactory prior to entering the
NAV mode.
Start automatic navigating

When you start navigating a route or to a waypoint from the chart panel, you are prompted
to set the autopilot to NAV mode. If you reject this request, you can start NAV mode from the
Autopilot controller.
Ú Note: The prompt to set the autopilot to navigation mode is disabled if the boat type is
set to SAIL in the Autopilot Commissioning dialog. To start navigating, you must select
NAV mode from the Autopilot controller.
When NAV mode is initiated, the autopilot automatically keeps the vessel on the leg.
When the vessel reaches the arrival circle for a routepoint, the autopilot gives an audible
warning and displays a dialog with the new course information. If the required course
change to the next waypoint is less than the Navigation change limit, the autopilot
automatically changes the course. If the required course change to next waypoint in a route

is more than the set limit, you are prompted to verify that the upcoming course change is
acceptable.
Ú Note: For information about navigation settings, refer to "Navigation settings" on page 44.
Waypoint arrival circle

The Arrival radius defines the point at which a turn is initiated when you are navigating a
route.
The arrival circle (1) should be adjusted according to boat speed. The higher the speed, the
wider the circle. The intention is to make the autopilot start the heading change in due time
to make a smooth turn onto the next leg.
The figure below may be used to select the appropriate waypoint circle when creating the
route.
X axis = Boat speed in knots

Y axis = Arrival circle, radius in 1/100 Nm
Example: With the speed of 20 knots you should use a waypoint circle with radius 0.09 Nm.
Ú Note: The distance between any waypoints in a route must not be smaller than the
radius of the waypoint arrival circle.
WIND mode
Ú Note: The WIND mode is only available if the system has been set up for sailboat in the
Autopilot Commissioning dialog. This mode is not available for NAC-1 autopilot
computers.
Before the WIND mode is started it must be verified that valid input from wind transducer is
available.
Initiate wind steering as follows;
1. Switch the Autopilot to AUTO mode
2. Adjust the boat heading until wind angle is according to the angle you want to maintain
3. Select the mode indication in the autopilot controller to activate the autopilot menu, and
select WIND mode
The set course to steer (CTS) and set wind angle are entered from the compass heading and
the wind transducer at the moment the WIND mode is selected. From that point the
autopilot changes the course to maintain the wind angle as the wind direction may change.

Tacking in WIND mode
Ú Note: The tack function is only available when the system is set up for boat type SAIL in
the Autopilot Commissioning dialog and is not available for NAC-1 autopilot computers
Tacking should only be performed into the wind and must be tried out in calm sea
conditions with light wind to find out how it works on your boat. Due to a wide range of
boat characteristics (from cruising to racing boats) the performance of the tack function may
vary from boat to boat.
Tacking in WIND mode as compared to AUTO mode is performed when sailing with
apparent or true wind as the reference. The true wind angle should be less than 90 degrees.
The rate of turn during the tack will be given by the Tack time defined in the sailing
parameter setup. The tack time is also controlled by the speed of the boat to prevent loss of
speed during a tack.
You can initiate the tack function from WIND mode.
When you initiate the tacking, the autopilot immediately mirrors the set wind angle to the
opposite side of the bow.
You can interrupt the tack operation as long as the tack dialog is open by selecting the
opposite tacking direction. When interrupted, the boat returns to the previous set heading.
Gybing
Gybing is possible when the true wind angle is larger than 120°.
The time to make a gybe is determined by the speed of the boat to make it as quick as
possible within control.
Turn pattern steering

The autopilot includes a number of automatic turn steering features when the autopilot is in
AUTO mode.
Ú Note: The turn steering option is not available if the boat type is set to SAIL in the
Autopilot Commissioning dialog, instead the tack/gybe feature is implemented.
Initiating a turn
You start the turn by selecting the relevant turn icon, followed by selecting the port or
starboard options in the turn dialog to select the turn direction.
Stopping the turn

You can stop the turn from within the turn dialog.
At any time during a turn you can select Autopilot standby in the System Controls dialog
to return to Standby mode and manual steering.
You can also stop a turn by pressing a physical standby key to return to Standby mode and
manual steering.
Turn variables
The turn steering options, except the C-turn, have settings that you can adjust before you
start a turn and at any time when the boat is in a turn.
U-turn
U-Turn changes the current set heading to be 180° in the opposite direction.
The turn rate is identical to Rate limit settings. This cannot be changed during the turn.
Ú Note: Refer to the separate NSS evo3 Installation manual for information about Rate limit
settings.
C-turn
Steers the vessel in a circle.
You can adjust the Rate of turn from the turn dialog before the turn is initiated and during
the turn. Increasing the turn rate makes the vessel turn a smaller circle.

Spiral turn
Spiral-turn makes the vessel turn in a spiral with a decreasing or increasing radius. You set the
initial radius before the turn is initiated, and the change per turn during the turn. If the
change per turn is set to zero, the vessel turns in a circle. Negative values indicate decreasing
radius while positive values indicate increasing radius.
Zigzag turns
Steers the vessel in a zigzag pattern.
For navigating in a zigzag pattern, you set the initial heading change before the turn is
started.
During the turn you can alter the main heading, the heading change, and the leg distance.
Square turn
Makes the vessel automatically turn 90° after having travelled a defined leg distance.
At any time during the turn you can change the main heading and the distance of the leg
until the vessel makes a new 90° turn.
Lazy S-turn
Makes the vessel yaw around the main heading.
You set the selected heading change before the turn is started.
During the turn you can alter the main heading, the heading change and the turn radius
from within the turn dialog.
Depth contour tracking, DCTTM

If the system has Echosounder input, the autopilot can be set to follow a depth contour.
Warning: Do not use this feature unless the seabed is suitable. Do not use
it in rocky waters where the depth is varying significantly over a small area.
Use the following process to initiate DCT steering:

1. Ensure that you have depth reading on the panel or on a separate depth instrument.
2. Steer the boat to the depth you want to track, and in the direction of the depth contour.
3. Activate AUTO mode, select depth contour steering and monitor the depth reading.
4. Select the port or starboard option in the turn dialog to initiate the depth contour
steering to follow the bottom sloping to starboard or to port:

Port option Starboard option
(depth decreases to port) (depth decreases to starboard)
The following parameters are available for depth contour tracking:

Depth gain
This parameter determines the ratio between commanded rudder and the deviation from
the selected depth contour. The higher depth gain value the more rudder is applied.
If the value is too small, it takes a long time to compensate for drifting off the set depth
contour, and the autopilot fails to keep the boat on the selected depth.
If the value is set too high, the overshoot increases and the steering is unstable.
Contour Cross Angle (CCA)
The CCA is an angle that is added to or subtracted from the set course.
With this parameter you can make the boat yaw around the reference depth with lazy-s
movements.
The larger the CCA, the bigger yawing is allowed. If you the CCA set to zero there are no lazy-
s movements.
Using the NSS evo3 in an AP24/AP28 system

Command transfer
If your NSS evo3 is connected to an autopilot system including an AP24 or AP28 control unit,
only one control unit can be active at the same time. An inactive control unit is indicated
with a square with a cross symbol in autopilot controller pop-up.
Locking remote stations

The AP24/AP28 includes a Remote Lock function that disables autopilot control from other
units. A locked control unit is indicated with a key symbol in autopilot controller pop-up.
When the remote lock function is enabled on an AP24/AP28 control unit, only the active
control unit stays in command. No transfer of command to NSS evo3 or other autopilot
control units on the system can take place.
You can only unlock the remote stations from the AP24/AP28 unit in command.
Using the autopilot in an EVC system

When the NSS evo3 is connected to an EVC system via the SG05, you can take manual
control of the steering regardless of the autopilot mode.
The mode indicator on the pilot pop-up is replaced by a dash to indicate EVC override.
The system returns to NSS evo3 control in standby mode if no rudder command is given
from the EVC system within a predefined period.
Using the NSS evo3 in an AP70/AP80 system

If your MFD is connected to an AP70/AP80 autopilot system, the MFD can be used to operate
the autopilot.
In an AP70/AP80 autopilot system, only one control unit can be active at the same time.
Ú Note: The MFD cannot be used to configure or commission an AP70/AP80 system.
The thruster symbol on the MFD Mode button indicates thrusters are defined in
the AP70/AP80 autopilot system.

For more information about AP70/AP80 autopilot system, refer to the separate AP70/AP80
documentation.
Autopilot detection
The AP70/AP80 system has its own source groups. For compatibility reasons if the MFD is
going to be used to run the AP70/AP80 system, the MFD must use the same source groups
as the AP70/AP80 system.
When a MFD is connected to an AP70/AP80 system, it detects the AP70/AP80 system and a
prompt is displayed asking if the MFD should restart and use the AP70/AP80 system source
groups (restart in professional autopilot compatibility mode).
If yes is selected, then the MFD restarts using the same source groups as the AP70/AP80
system. If No is selected then the question is not asked again and the MFD cannot be used to
operate the AP70/AP80 system.
This setting can be changed by selecting Professional autopilot compatibility in the
Advanced settings dialog.
Running thruster symbols

When thrusters are running in an AP70/AP80 system, thruster symbols are displayed in the
MFD Autopilot controller pop-up.
Clockwise thrust rotation.
Counter-clockwise thrust rotation.
Command transfer
An AP70/AP80 system can be set up as a Master system or an Open system.
In a Master setup, the master controller gives control to other control units. An MFD cannot
be the master controller in a Master setup. In a Master setup, the MFD can request to control
the autopilot and the MFD must accept control from the master controller after the master
controller approves transfer of control to the MFD. Once control is accepted, the MFD is
active and can be used to operate the autopilot.
In an Open system setup, the MFD can take control of the autopilot by selecting the Mode
button on the Autopilot controller pop-up and then selecting Take cmd in the CMD transfer

dialog. When this occurs the MFD becomes active and the other control units become
passive.
In an Open system, control stations can be temporarily locked to avoid accidental control
from another control unit. When the MFD has control in an Open system, the MFD can lock
and unlock all passive control units. If the MFD is passive and locked, it can request control of
the autopilot from the active control unit. The MFD must accept control from the active
controller after the active controller approves transfer of control to the MFD.
The following indicators are displayed in the Mode button of the Autopilot controller pop-
up:
Passive - MFD does not have control of the autopilot. If only the passive
icon is displayed, it means it is an Open unlocked system and selecting
the Mode button takes control of the autopilot.
Locked system - The key icon indicates it can be a Master system or a
locked Open system.
If the key icon is displayed, and the <10, <1, 10>, 1> buttons are enabled
(red or green colored arrows and white numbers) then the MFD is active
and controls the autopilot.
If the key icon is displayed, and the <10, <1, 10>, 1> buttons are disabled
(black arrows and numbers) then the MFD is passive and does not
control the autopilot. Select the Mode button to request control from
the active control unit if it is a locked Open system, or the master
controller if it is a Master system.
Active in Open system - the MFD has control of the autopilot in an Open
none
system.
Locking and un-locking other control units

Select the Cmd/Thruster option in the Mode selection pop-up to open the Cmd/Thruster
selection pop-up.
Unlock other stations - allows other control units to take control of the autopilot without
requesting permission.
Lock other stations - locks other control units from taking control of the autopilot. When
other control units are locked, they must request control of the autopilot from the MFD.
When control of the autopilot is requested from another control unit, a prompt is displayed
in the MFD to authorize command transfer.

Selecting the work profile
The AP70/AP80 can be set up with 6 different work profiles associated with different work
modes or preferences. Use the AP70/AP80 controller to set up the different work profiles. In
the MFD, the active work profile is displayed in the Mode button of the MFD Autopilot
controller pop-up and the Mode selection pop-up. If the MFD has control of the autopilot,
you can use it to select which work profile is active.
To change the work profile using the MFD, the autopilot must be in standby mode.
1. Select the Mode button in the Autopilot controller pop-up to display the Mode selection
pop-up
2. Select the Work profiles button to display defined work profiles in the Work profiles
selection pop-up
3. Select the work profile you want to activate

4. Select Close to close the Work profiles selection pop-up.
Enabling and disabling thrusters

Select the Cmd/Thrusters button in the Modes selection pop-up to open the Cmd/Thrusters
selection pop-up.
The Cmd/Thrusters selection pop-up provides options to enable or disable thrusters.
Autopilot settings
The autopilot settings can be split between settings done by the user, and settings done
during installation and commissioning of the autopilot system.
• User settings can be changed for various operational conditions or user preferences
• Installation settings are defined during commissioning of the autopilot system. No
changes should later be done to these settings
Both user settings and installation settings depends on which autopilot computer that is
connected to the system.

The following sections describe the settings that can be changed by the user. The settings
are described per autopilot computer.
Installation settings are available in the documentation following the autopilot computers.
Chart compass
You can select to show a compass symbol around your boat on the chart panel. The
compass symbol is off when the cursor is active on the panel.
Locking autopilot operation from a unit

You can lock a unit to prevent unauthorized operation of the autopilot. When the unit is
locked, it is indicated with a lock symbol and with text in the pop up. No automatic modes
can be selected from a locked display.
Ú Note: The lock function is not available on a unit which has autopilot control!
If the NSS evo3 is part of an AP24/AP28 system, all other autopilot control units can be locked
for autopilot control from the AP24/ AP28 control unit.
NAC-2/NAC-3 Autopilot computer
Steering (NAC-2/NAC-3)
These options allow for manually changing parameters that were set during the
commissioning of the autopilot computer. For more details, refer to the separate
documentation for the autopilot computer.
• Turn rate: Preferred turn rate used while turning in degrees per minute
• Rudder gain: This parameter determines the ratio between commanded rudder and the
heading error. The higher rudder value the more rudder is applied. If the value is too small
it will take a long time to compensate for a heading error, and the autopilot will fail to
keep a steady course. If the value is set too high the overshoot will increase and the
steering will be unstable.
• Counter rudder: Relation between change in heading error and applied rudder. Higher
counter rudder will reduce applied rudder faster when approaching the set heading
• Autotrim: Controls how aggressively the autopilot will apply rudder to compensate for a
constant heading offset, e.g. when external forces such as wind or current affects the
heading. Lower autotrim will give faster elimination of a constant heading offset
Ú Note: In VRF mode this parameter controls the time constant of the rudder estimate. A
lower value makes the rudder estimate faster, i.e. that it will more quickly catch up with
the boat's movements.
• Init rudder: Defines how the system moves the rudder when switching from manual
steering to an automatic mode.
- Center: Moves the rudder to zero position
- Actual: Maintains the rudder offset
• Rudder limit: Determines the maximum rudder movement in degrees from midship
position that the autopilot can command the rudder in the automatic modes. The Rudder

limit setting is only active during autosteering on straight courses, NOT during course
changes. Rudder limit does not affect Non-Follow-up steering
• Off heading limit: Sets the limit for the off heading alarm. An alarm occurs when the actual
heading deviates from the set heading more than the selected limit
• Track response: Defines how fast the autopilot shall respond after having registered a
cross track distance
• Track approach angle: Defines the angle used when the vessel is approaching a leg. This
setting is used both when you start navigating and when you use track offset
• Course change confirm angle: Defines the limits for course change to next waypoint in a
route. If the course change is more than this set limit, you are prompted to verify that the
upcoming course change is acceptable.
Sailing (NAC-2/NAC-3)
Ú Note: Sailing parameters are only available when the boat type is set to Sail.
• Wind mode: Select what wind function the autopilot will use when in wind mode
- Auto:
If TWA is <70º: Wind mode will use AWA
If TWA is ≥70º: Wind mode will use TWA
- Apparent
- True
• Tack time: Controls the rate of turn (tack time) when performing a tack in wind mode.
• Tack angle: Controls the angle that the boat will tack to between 50º - 150º in AUTO mode
• Manual speed: If neither boat speed or SOG data is available and or deemed reliable a
manual value for speed source can be entered and used by the autopilot to aid steering
calculations
Steering response
Ú Note: Only available for NAC-1 autopilot computers.
Used to increase or decrease the steering sensitivity. A low response level reduces the rudder
activity and provides a more loose steering. A high response level increases the rudder activity
and provides more tight steering. Too high a response level will cause the boat to make S
movements.
Installation
Used for autopilot installation and commissioning. See the separate NSS evo3 Installation
manual.
Commissioning
Ú Note: Only available for NAC-1 autopilot computers.
Used for commissioning the rudder or virtual rudder feedback. See the separate NSS evo3
Installation manual.

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Radar
The radar panel can be set up as a full screen view or combined with other panels.
The radar image can also be displayed as an overlay on a chart panel. For more information,
see "Chart overlay" on page 29.
Ú Note: Radar overlay requires data from a heading sensor or compass to ensure proper
orientation with the chart.
The radar panel
1 Range
2 Orientation
3 Motion
4 Compass*
5 Heading line*
6 Rotary controls
7 Range rings*
8 Range markers*
9 Data bar
* Optional radar symbology.

Radar symbology can be turned ON/OFF collectively from the Radar menu, or individually as
described in "Radar settings panel" on page 73.
Dual radar
You can connect to any combination of two supported radars and see both radar images at
the same time.
Ú Note: Interference will be seen on the Broadband Radar on most ranges when a pulse or
Halo radar, and a Broadband radar are transmitting at the same time on the same boat.
We recommend to only transmit on one radar at a time. For example, transmit
Broadband radar for typical navigational usage, or pulse or Halo radar to locate weather
cells, defined coastlines at a distance and to trigger Racons.
You can select a dual radar panel by pressing and holding the Radar application button on
the Home page, or by creating a favorite page with two radar panels.
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Selecting the radar source
You specify the radar in the Radar panel by selecting one of the available radars in the radar
source menu option. If you have a multiple Radar panel, the radar is set individually for each
radar panel. Activate one of the radar panels, and then select one of the available radars in
the radar source menu option. Repeat the process for the second radar panel, and select an
alternative radar for this panel.
Ú Note: The 3-digit radar source number is the last 3 digits of the radar's serial number.
Radar overlay
You can overlay the Radar image on the Chart. This can help you to easily interpret the radar
image by correlating the radar targets with charted objects.
Ú Note: A heading sensor must be present in the system for radar overlay.
When the radar overlay is selected, basic radar operational functions are available from the
Chart panel’s menu.
Selecting radar overlay source on chart panels

To select the radar source of the radar overlay displayed on the chart panel, use the Radar
options and then Source chart panel menu options to select the radar source.
For chart pages with more than one chart with radar overlay, it is possible to set up different
radars sources for each chart panel. Activate one of the chart panels and then select one of
the available radars in the radar source menu option. Repeat the process for the second chart
panel with radar overlay, and select an alternative radar for this panel.
Radar operational modes

The radar’s operational modes are controlled from the Radar menu. The following modes are
available:
Power off
The power to the radar scanner is turned off. Power off is only available when radar is in
standby mode.
Standby
The power to the radar scanner is on, but the radar is not transmitting.
Ú Note: You can also put the radar in standby mode from the System Controls dialog.
Halo light
Controls the levels of the Halo Radar pedestal blue accent lighting. There are four levels
possible for the lighting. The accent lighting can only be adjusted when the radar is in
standby mode.
Ú Note: The blue accent pedestal lighting might not be approved for use in your boating
location. Check your local boating regulations before turning the blue accent lights ON.
Transmit
The scanner is on and transmitting. Detected targets are drawn on the radar PPI (Plan
Position Indicator).
Ú Note: You can also put the radar in transmit mode from the System Controls dialog.
Radar Range
You adjust radar range by turning the rotary knob or by selecting the zoom icons on the
radar panel.
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Dual range
(Broadband 4G and Halo Radar only)
When connected to a Broadband 4G or Halo radar, it is possible to run the radar in Dual
Range mode.
The radar appears in the radar sources menu as two virtual radar sources A and B. Range and
radar controls for each virtual radar source are fully independent and the source can be
selected for a particular chart or radar panel in the same manner as dual radar described in
"Selecting the radar source" on page 64.
Ú Note: Some controls that are related to physical properties of the radar itself are not
independent of source. These are Fast Scan, Antenna Height and Bearing alignment.
MARPA is fully independent and up to 10 targets may be tracked for each virtual radar
source.
Up to two independent Guard Zones may also be defined for each virtual radar source.
Using the cursor on a radar panel

By default, the cursor is not shown on a radar panel.
When you position the cursor on the radar panel, the cursor position window is activated
and the cursor menu options are displayed.
To remove the cursor and cursor elements from the panel, select Clear cursor or press the X
key.
GoTo cursor

position.
Saving waypoints

Radar sector blanking
(Halo Radar only)
You can define up to four sectors on the PPI inside which no radar data is transmitted. This
enables you to blank-out interference caused by features on your boat or from a secondary
radar. The blanking occurs on the main radar image and radar overlay on a chart. An enabled
sector is shown as a magenta outline with 3 arcs crossing the blanking area. To specify radar
sector blanking, refer to the Halo Radar Installation Manual.
Ú Note: Radar sector blanking is only available for Halo radars.
Main radar PPI Radar overlay on a chart
Adjusting the radar image

You may be able to improve the radar image by adjusting the radar sensitivity, and by
filtering out the random echoes from sea and weather conditions.
The radar control images are located in the upper right corner of the radar panel. You can
adjust the image settings by selecting the radar control image or by pressing the rotary knob.
The selected control expands and displays its name in full and a slide bar is displayed. You
can then adjust the value by turning the rotary know or by using the slide bar.
You can also adjust the image settings from the radar menu.
Radar use modes

(Halo Radar only)
Radar modes are available with default optimal control settings for different environments.
The following modes are available:
• Custom - In this mode all radar controls can be adjusted and will be retained after a mode
change or radar power cycle. Radar defaults are set for general purpose use.
• Harbor - In this mode the radar settings are optimized for areas such as busy waterways
and large man-made structures where good target discrimination and rapid image
updates are needed.
• Offshore - In this mode the radar settings are optimized for offshore sea conditions and
making isolated targets larger and easy to see.
• Weather - In this mode the radar settings are optimized for best detection and
presentation of rain clutter. Image update rate is slowed and color depth is increased.
• Bird - In this mode the radar settings are optimized for best detection of birds. The radar is
set up for maximum sensitivity. This mode is not recommended for use in congested
harbor environments.
Not all controls are adjustable in each mode. The following list shows preset controls and
adjustability for each control.
Range Threshold
Custom: Adjustable Custom: Adjustable
Harbor: Full* Harbor: 30%
Offshore: Full* Offshore: 30%
Weather: Full* Weather: 0%
Bird: Up to 24nm Bird: 0%

Gain Target Expansion
Harbor: Adjustable Harbor: Low
Offshore: Adjustable Offshore: Medium
Weather: Adjustable Weather: OFF
Bird: Adjustable Bird: OFF
Sea Interference Reject
Harbor: Adjustable Harbor: Adjustable
Offshore: Adjustable Offshore: Adjustable
Weather: Adjustable Weather: Adjustable
Bird: Adjustable Bird: Adjustable
Rain Target Separation
Harbor: Adjustable Harbor: Medium
Offshore: Adjustable Offshore: OFF
Weather: Adjustable Weather: OFF
Bird: Adjustable Bird: OFF
Noise Rejection Fast scan
Harbor: Medium Harbor: High
Offshore: High Offshore: High
Weather: Medium Weather: OFF
Bird: High Bird: OFF
* Maximum range is dependent on antenna length.
Modes in dual ranges

(Halo Radar only)
Modes can be set independently for each range. For example, you can have Offshore mode
for range A and Weather mode for range B. However, interaction between ranges occurs in
some cases:
• When using Bird mode for both ranges, maximum range is restricted to 24 NM and range
resolution is reduced.
• Fast scan - The antenna rotation speed is set to the slower of the two modes selected. For
example, Fast Scan is disabled when using Harbor and Weather modes because Fast Scan
is Off in Weather mode.
• The Interference reject setting can affect the interference seen or removed on both
ranges.
Directional clutter rejection

(Broadband 4G Radar only)
This mode automatically works when GAIN = AUTO and SEA = HARBOR or OFFSHORE. The
purpose is to allow smaller vessels to be seen in the leeward direction of the sea clutter. The
GAIN of the radar receiver is increased dynamically during the sweep, in the leeward
direction, for increased target sensitivity in heavier sea states.
When GAIN or SEA = MANUAL, the Directional Clutter Rejection mode will be OFF (non-
directional).
In addition, CALM, MODERATE or ROUGH STC Curve settings are available in the Radar
options menu to better optimize the radar image to your liking.
Gain
The gain controls the sensitivity of the radar receiver.
A higher gain makes the radar more sensitive to radar returns, allowing it to display weaker
targets. If the gain is set too high, the image might be cluttered with background noise.
Gain has a manual and an automatic mode. You toggle between automatic and manual
mode in the slide bar, or by pressing and holding the rotary knob.

Sea clutter
Sea clutter is used to filter the effect of random echo returns from waves or rough water near
the vessel.
When you increase Sea clutter, filtering the on-screen clutter caused by the echoes of waves
is reduced.
The system includes predefined Sea clutter settings for harbor and offshore conditions for all
radar systems except Halo, in addition to the manual mode where you can adjust the
settings. For all radar systems except Halo, you select Sea clutter modes from the menu, or by
a long press on the rotary knob. You can only adjust the Sea clutter value in manual mode.
Auto Sea Offset

(Halo Radar only)
To allow fine tuning of the Sea control while in Auto mode (Auto uses directional adaptive
clutter rejection), the Auto setting may be offset.
Rain clutter
Rain clutter is used to reduce the effect of rain, snow or other weather conditions on the
radar image.
The value should not be increased too much as this may filter out real targets.
Advanced radar options

Noise Rejection
(Broadband 4G and Halo radar only)
The Noise Rejection control sets the amount of noise filtering applied by the radar. Target
sensitivity is increased at longer ranges when this control is set to Low or High, but does
cause some loss of target discrimination.
Tip: To get maximum range performance from Broadband 4G Radar, transmit on one range
only, set the Noise Reject control to High and the threshold as low as possible. The default is
30% for less clutter on the screen. If OFF is selected for the NSS evo3, the range performance
is about equal to 3G radar. In some areas where extreme high interference may exist, try OFF
for best radar image.
Radar threshold
The threshold sets required signal strength for the lowest radar signals. Radar returns below
this limit are filtered and are not displayed.
Default value: 30%.
Target expansion
Target expansion increases the length of targets in range, making them easier to see.
Rejecting radar interference

Interference could be caused by radar signals from other radar units operating in the same
frequency band.
A high setting reduces the interference from other radars.
In order not to miss weak targets, the interference rejection should be set to low when no
interference exists.
Target separation
(Broadband 4G and Halo Radar only)
The Target separation control allows you to control the target discrimination of the radar
(separation between objects is more prominent).

Fast scan
(Broadband and Halo radar only).
Sets the speed of the radar antenna rotation. This option gives faster target updates.
Ú Note: Maximum speed may not be achieved depending on the radar Settings, Mode,
and Range selected. The radar will only rotate as fast as the current control settings allow.
Sea State
Set the Sea State control according to current sea conditions for best sea clutter rejection.
Target boost
(3G and 4G Broadband, and Pulse Radar only)
The target boost control increases pulse length or reduces radar bandwidth to make targets
appear larger in range and increase radar sensitivity.
Radar view options

Radar symbology
Radar symbology defined in the Radar Settings panel can be turned on/off collectively. See
the radar panel illustration showing optional radar items.
Target trails
You can set how long the trails generated from each target on your radar panel remain. You
can also turn OFF target trails.
Ú Note: True motion is recommended when using Target trails
Clearing target trails from the panel

When target trails are displayed on the panel, the radar menu expands to include an option
where you can clear target trails from your radar panel temporarily. The target trails start to
appear again unless you switch them off as described above.
The radar palette

Different colors (palettes) can be used to represent detail on your radar panel.
Radar orientation
Radar orientation is indicated on the upper left corner of the radar panel as either HU
(Heading UP), NU (North Up) or CU (Course up).
Heading up
Rotates the radar image to display the current heading directly up on the radar image.
North up
Rotates the radar image with the north direction upwards.
Course up
Rotates the radar image to display the current navigation course directly up.
This option works only when the system is navigating an active route. If you are not
navigating an active route, the heading up orientation is used until the navigation function is
started.
Positioning the radar center

You can move the radar PPI (Plan Position Indicator) center to different positions within the
radar panel, and select how your vessel symbol moves on the radar image.
Radar motion is indicated on the upper left corner of the radar panel as either TM (True
motion) or RM (Relative motion).
The radar position can only be changed when the radar is transmitting.

Center Look ahead Custom offset
Center
Default setting. The radar PPI center is centered on the radar panel.
Look Ahead
Moves the radar PPI center to the bottom of the panel to maximize the view ahead.
Offset
Allows you to move the PPI center to any location on the radar panel.
1. Select the offset option from the menu
2. Move the cursor to where you want to position the radar center
3. Confirm the setting by selecting the Save offset button in the bottom right corner of the
panel.
True motion
In True motion, your vessel and moving targets move across the Radar screen as you travel.
All stationary objects remain in a fixed position. When the vessel’s symbol reaches the edge
of the screen, the radar image is redrawn with the vessel symbol repositioned in the center of
the screen.
When True motion is selected, the menu expands to include a reset true motion option. This
allows for manually resetting the radar image and vessel symbol to the center of the screen.
EBL/VRM markers
The electronic bearing line (EBL) and variable range marker (VRM) allows quick
measurements of range and bearing to vessels and landmasses within radar range. Two
different EBL/VRMs can be placed on the radar image.
The EBL/VRMs are by default positioned from the center of the vessel. It is, however, possible
to offset the reference point to any selected position on the radar image.
When positioned, you can turn the EBL/VRM on/off by selecting the relevant markers on the
data bar, or by deselecting the marker from the menu.
Defining an EBL/VRM marker

1. Ensure that the cursor is not active
2. Activate the menu, select EBL/VRM, then select EBL/VRM 1 or EBL/VRM 2
- The EBL/VRM is now positioned on the radar image
3. Select the adjustment option from the menu if you need to reposition the marker, then
adjust the marker by dragging it into position on the radar image
4. Select the save option to save your settings
Placing EBL/VRM markers by using the cursor

1. Position the cursor on the radar image
3. Select one of the EBL/VRM markers
- The EBL line and the VRM circle are positioned according to the cursor position.
Offsetting an EBL/VRM marker

2. Activate the menu, select EBL/VRM, then select the marker you wish to offset
3. Select the set offset option
4. Position the cursor on the radar panel to set the offset position

5. Select the save option to save your settings.
You can reset the EBL/VRM center to vessel position from the menu.
Setting a guard zone around your vessel

A guard zone is an area (either circular or a sector) that you can define on the radar image.
When activated, an alarm alerts you when a radar target enters or exits the zone.
Defining a guard zone

2. Activate the menu, select Guard zones, then select one of the guard zones
3. Select the shape for the zone
- The adjustment options depend on the guard zone shape
4. Select Adjust to define the settings for the guard zone. The values can be set from the
menu or by dragging on the radar panel.
- A: Bearing, relative to the vessel heading
- B: Depth
- C: Range, relative to vessel center
- D: Width
5. Select the save option to save your settings.
When positioned, you can turn the guard zones on/off by selecting the relevant section on
the data bar.
C A C
B B
Shape: Sector Shape: Circle
Alarm settings
An alarm is activated when a radar target breaches the guard zone limits. You can select if
the alarm is activated when the target enters or exits the zone.
Sensitivity
The guard zone sensitivity can be adjusted to eliminate alarms for small targets.
MARPA targets
If the system includes a heading sensor, the MARPA function (Mini Automatic Radar Plotting
Aid) can be used to track up to ten radar targets.
You can set alarms to notify you if a target gets too close. Refer to "Radar settings" on page 73.
MARPA tracking is an important tool for collision avoidance.
Ú Note: MARPA requires heading data for both the radar and the NSS evo3.
MARPA target symbols

The system uses the target symbols shown below.
Acquiring MARPA target. Typically it takes up to 10 full rotations of the scanner.
Tracking MARPA target, not moving or at anchor.
Tracking and safe MARPA target with extension lines.

Dangerous MARPA target.
A target is defined as dangerous when it enters the guard zone defined on the
radar panel.
When no signals have been received within a time limit a target will be defined
as lost.
The target symbol represents the last valid position of the target before the
reception of data was lost.
Selected MARPA target, activated by positioning the cursor on the target icon.
The target returns to the default target symbol when the cursor is removed.
Tracking MARPA targets

1. Position the cursor on the target on the radar image
2. Select Acquire targets from the menu
3. Repeat the process if you want to track more targets
After your targets are identified, it may take up to 10 radar sweeps to acquire and then track
the target.
Cancelling MARPA target tracking

When targets are being tracked, the radar menu expands to include options for cancelling
individual targets or to stop the tracking function.
Cancel tracking individual targets by selecting the target icon before activating the menu.
Viewing MARPA target information

If the pop-up is activated, you can select a MARPA target to display basic target information.
Information for the 3 MARPA targets closest to the vessel is also displayed in the data bar.
When a target is selected, detailed information for the target can be displayed from the
menu.
You can display information about all MARPA targets by using the Vessels option on the
Home page.
MARPA alarm settings

You can define the following MARPA alarms:
• MARPA target lost
Controls whether an alarm is activated when a MARPA target is lost.
• MARPA unavailable
Controls whether an alarm is activated if you do not have the required inputs for MARPA
to work (valid GPS position and heading sensor connected to the radar server).
Recording radar data

You can record radar data and save the file internally in the NSS evo3 unit, or save it onto a
memory card inserted into the unit’s card reader.
A recorded radar file can be used for documenting an event or an operational error. A logged
radar file can also be used by the simulator.
If more than one radar is available, you can select which source you want to record.

Radar settings
Radar symbology
You can select which optional radar items that should be turned on/off collectively from the
menu. Refer to the Radar panel illustration.
Bearings
Used for selecting whether the radar bearing should be measured in relation to True/
Magnetic North (°T/°M) or to your relative heading (°R).
Data bar
Turns on/off the radar data bar. Refer to the radar panel illustration.
The data bar can show up to 3 targets, arranged with the most dangerous targets on top.
You can select to show MARPA targets on top and before any AIS targets, even if the AIS
targets are closer to your vessel.
MARPA settings
You can define the length of the MARPA trail making it easier to follow target movement.
A circle can be added around your vessel to present the danger zone. The radius of the ring is
the same as the closest point of approach as set in the Dangerous Vessels dialog. Refer to
"Defining dangerous vessels" on page 102. An alarm triggers if a vessel is tracking into your safe
zone.
Installation
The Installation option is used for radar installation, described in the separate Radar or NSS
evo3 Installation manuals.

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Echosounder
The Echosounder function provides a view of the water and bottom beneath your vessel,
allowing you to detect fish and examine the structure of the sea floor.
The unit has internal CHRIP, Broadband, StructureScan, TotalScan, and ForwardScan
Echosounder.
The Echosounder image
1 Depth
2 Temperature
3 Frequency / Zoom
4 Gain / Color adjustment icons
5 Fish arches
6 Upper and Lower range
7 A-Scope*
8 Temperature graph*
9 Zoom bars*
10 Range scale
11 Depth line*
12 Bottom
* Optional Echosounder items.

Ú Note: You turn the optional Echosounder items on/off individually. Refer to "Echosounder
View options" on page 79.
Multiple Echosounder
You can specify the Echosounder source for the image in the Echosounder panel. You can
display two different sources simultaneously, using a split panel configuration. For more
information how to select the source for a panel, refer to "Source" on page 77.
Zooming the image

You can zoom the image by:
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• turning the rotary knob
• using the panel zoom icons
• pinching or spreading on the screen
Zoom level is shown on the upper left side of the image.
When zooming in, the sea floor is kept near the bottom of the screen, irrespective of whether
it is in auto-range or manual range.
If the range is set considerably less than the actual depth, the unit is not able to find the
bottom when zooming.
If the cursor is active, the unit zooms in where the cursor is pointed.
Zoom bar
The zoom bar is displayed when you zoom the image.
Drag the zoom bar vertically to view different parts of the water column.
Using the cursor on the image

The cursor can be used to measure a distance to a target, to mark a position, and to select
targets.
By default, the cursor is not shown on the image.
When you position the cursor on the image; the screen pauses, the depth at the cursor
position is shown, and the information window and the history bar are activated.
To remove the cursor and cursor elements from the panel, select Clear cursor or press the X
key.
GoTo cursor

position.
Measuring distance
The cursor can be used to measure the distance between the position of two observations
on the image.
1. Position the cursor on the point from where you want to measure the distance
2. Start the measuring function from the menu
3. Position the cursor on the second measuring point
- A line is drawn between the measuring points, and the distance is listed in the Cursor
Information panel
4. Continue selecting new measuring points if required
You can use the menu to re-position the start point and the end point as long as the
measuring function is active.
When you select Finish measuring or press the X key, the image resumes to normal
scrolling.
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Saving waypoints
You can save a waypoint at a selected location by positioning the cursor on the panel, and
then doing one of the following:
Viewing history
Whenever the cursor is shown on the Echosounder panel, the scroll bar is shown at the top
of the panel. The scroll bar shows the image you are currently viewing in relation to the total
Echosounder image history stored.
If the scroll bar is on the far right side, it indicates that you are viewing the latest soundings. If
you position the cursor to the left side of the screen, the history bar starts scrolling towards
the left, and the automatic scrolling as new soundings are received is turned off.
You can view echosounder history by panning the image.
To resume normal scrolling, select Clear cursor or press the X key.
Setting up the image

Use the Echosounder menu options to set up the image. When the cursor is active, some
options on the Echosounder menu are replaced with cursor mode features. Select Clear
cursor to return to the normal Echosounder menu.
The range
The range setting determines the water depth that is visible on the screen.
Frequency
The unit supports several transducer frequencies. Available frequencies depend on the
transducer model that is connected.
You can view two frequencies at the same time by selecting dual Echosounder panels from
the Home page.
Frequency is the ‘tone’ the transducer transmits. Transducers are designed to operate on
different frequencies as the various frequencies have different qualities.
• A low frequency, for example 50 kHz, will go deep. It generates a wide cone but is
somewhat more sensitive to noise. It is good for bottom discrimination and wide area
search.
• A high frequency, for example 200 kHz, offers higher discrimination and is less sensitive to
noise. It is good for separating targets and for higher speed vessels.

Color and gain settings
You can also adjust the image settings from the Echosounder menu.
Gain
The gain controls the sensitivity of the Echosounder.
The more you increase the gain, the more details are shown on the image. However, a higher
gain setting may introduce more background clutter on the image. If the gain is set too low,
weak echoes might not be displayed.
Auto gain
The Auto gain option keeps the sensitivity at a level that works well under most conditions.
With the gain in auto mode, you can set a positive or negative offset that gets applied to the
auto gain.
Color
Strong and weak echo signals have different colors to indicate the different signal strengths.
The colors used depend on which palette you select.
The more you increase the Color setting, the more echoes is displayed in the color at the
strong return end of the scale.
Structure options
When a StructureScan source is connected to your system, you can overlay a DownScan
image on the regular echo image.
Provides options for specifying the DownScan image. This menu option is available when
Overlay downscan is selected in Echo settings dialog. For more information see "settings" on
page 81.
Source
Select to specify the source for the image in the selected panel.
You can display two different sources simultaneously, using a split panel configuration. Menu
controls for each panel are independent.
The source can be the internal Echosounder, another MFD on the Ethernet network, or a
Echosounder module. To define sources, refer to the separate NSS evo3 Installation manual.
Ú Note: Using two transducers at the same frequency ranges can cause interference
between the two, and they can show up on the image as vertical lines. To avoid this, set
one transducer at one frequency range (such as Medium CHIRP) and the other
transducer at a different frequency range (such as High CHIRP) using the Frequency
menu option.
Pausing the image

You can pause the image, allowing you to examine it.
This function is useful when you need to position a waypoint exactly on the image, and if
you are using the cursor to measure a distance between 2 elements on the image.
The pause function stops the Echosounder from pinging the transducer. The system is not
collecting Echosounder data when paused in this manner.
Advanced options
The Advanced option is only available when the cursor is not active.
Noise rejection
Signal interference from bilge pumps, engine vibration and air bubbles can clutter the
image.
The noise rejection option filters the signal interference and reduces the on-screen clutter.

TVG
Wave action and boat wakes can cause onscreen clutter near the surface. The TVG (Time
Variable Gain) option reduces surface clutter by decreasing the sensitivity of the receiver near
the surface.
Ú Note: For optimal image return and clarity in most conditions, the default value is set to
3, the maximum (range is 0-3).
Scroll speed
You can select the scrolling speed of the image on the screen. A high scroll speed updates
the image fast, while a low scroll speed presents a longer history.
Ú Note: In certain conditions it may be necessary to adjust the scroll speed to get a more
useful image. Such as adjusting the image to a faster speed when vertically fishing
without moving.
Ping speed
Ping speed controls the rate the transducer transmits the signal into the water. By default,
the ping speed is set to max. It may be necessary to adjust the ping speed to limit
interference or to adjust for specific fishing conditions.
Start recording log data

You can start recording log data and save the file internally in the unit, or save it onto a card
inserted into the unit’s card reader.
The record function is activated from the Advanced menu option.
When the data is being recorded, there is a flashing red symbol in the top left corner and a
message appears periodically at the bottom of the screen.
Filename
Specify the name of the recording (log).
File format
Select a file format from the drop-down, slg (Echosounder only), xtf (Structure only*), sl2
(Echosounder and Structure) or sl3 (includes ForwardScan).
Ú Note: XTF format is for use only with select 3rd party Echosounder viewing tools.
Save to
Select whether the recording is to be saved internally or to a memory card in the card reader.

Bytes per sounding
Select how many bytes per seconds that are to be used when saving the log file. More bytes
yield better resolution, but cause the record file to increase in size compared to using lower
byte settings.
Create StructureMap
If StructureScan is available on the network, you can convert the .sl2 logs to StructureMap
format (.smf) when recording completes. The log file can also be converted to StructureMap
format from the Files option.
Upload to Insight Genesis

Files are transmitted to Insight Genesis when recording completes, if you are connected to a
wireless hotspot. For information about wireless hotspots, refer to "Wireless connection" on page
95.
Privacy
If allowed by your selected Insight Genesis account, you can choose between setting the
recorded log files as Private or Public at Insight Genesis.
Time remaining
Shows the remaining allocated space available for recordings.
Stop recording log data

Select Stop in the Recording Echo dialog to fully stop the recording of all echosounder data.
Ú Note: If you have selected the Upload to Insight Genesis option and are connected to
a wireless hotspot, your recorded files are transmitted to Insight Genesis when you select
Stop.
Viewing the recorded sounder data

Both internally and externally stored sounder records may be reviewed when the view sonar
log option is selected in the Echo settings dialog. Refer to "Echosounder settings" on page 81.
The log file is displayed as a paused image, and you control the scrolling and display from the
replay menu option.
You can use the cursor on the replay image, and pan the image as on a normal echo image.
If more than one channel was recorded in the selected echo file, you can select which
channel to display.
You exit the replay mode by pressing the X key or by selecting the X symbol in the upper
right corner of the replay image.
Echosounder View options

Split screen options
Zoom
The Zoom mode presents a magnified view of the sounder image on the left side of the
panel.
By default the zoom level is set to 2x. You can select up to 8x zoom from the drop-down
menu, using the +/- keys, or the zoom (+ or -) buttons.
The range zoom bars on the right side of the display shows the range that is magnified. If you
increase the zooming factor the range is reduced. You see this as reduced distance between
the zoom bars.
Bottom lock
The bottom lock mode is useful when you want to view echoes close to the bottom. In this
mode, the left side of the panel shows an image where the bottom is flattened. The range
scale is changed to measure from the seabed (0) and upwards. The bottom and the zero line
are always shown on the left image, independent of the range scale. The scaling factor for
the image on the left side of the panel is adjusted as described for the Zoom option.
Palettes
You can select between several display palettes optimized for a variety of fishing conditions.
Temperature graph
The temperature graph is used to illustrate changes in water temperature.
When toggled on, a colored line and temperature digits are shown on the Echosounder
image.
Depth line
A depth line can be added to the bottom surface to make it easier to distinguish the bottom
from fish and structures.
A-Scope
The A-scope is a display of real-time echoes as they appear on the panel. The strength of the
actual echo is indicated by both width and color intensity.
Zoom bars
The zoom bars shows the range that is magnified on a split panel with zoom views.
The range zoom bars on the right side of the display shows the range that is magnified and
displayed on the left side. If you increase the zooming factor, the range is reduced. You see
this as reduced distance between the zoom bars.
You can move the zoom bars on the right side up or down to cause the left side image to
show different depths of the water column.
Fish ID
You can select how you want the echoes to appear on the screen. You can also select if you
want to be notified by a beep when a fish ID appears on the panel.
Traditional fish echoes Fish symbols Fish symbols and depth indication
Ú Note: Not all fish symbols are actual fish.

Echosounder settings
Internal Echosounder
Select to make the internal Echosounder available for selection in the Echosounder menu.
For more information about panel source selection, refer to the Operator manual.
When set to off, this option disables the internal Echosounder in the unit. It will not be listed
as a Echosounder source for any unit on the network. Select this option on a unit which does
not have a transducer connected.
Network Echosounder
You can share the Echosounder images from this unit with other units connected on the
Ethernet network.
For more information about how to setup Echosounder, refer to the separate NSS evo3
Installation manual.
Overlay downscan
When a DownScan source is connected to your system, you can overlay DownScan images
on the regular Echosounder image.
When activated, the Echosounder menu expands to include basic DownScan options.
View Echosounder log

Used to view Echosounder recordings. The log file is displayed as a paused image, and you
control the scrolling and display from the menu.
You can use the cursor on the image, measure distance, and set view options as on a live
Echosounder image. If more than one channel was recorded in the selected Echosounder
file, you can select which channel to display.
You exit the view function by selecting the X in the upper right corner.
Structure depth offset

Setting for Structure transducers.
All transducers measure water depth from the transducer to the bottom. As a result, water
depth readings do not account for the distance from the transducer to the lowest point of
the boat in the water or from the transducer to the water surface.
To show the depth from the lowest point of the boat to the bottom, do the following. Before
setting the Structure offset, measure the distance from the structure transducer to the lowest
point of the boat in the water. If, for example, the distance is 0.3 m (1 ft), it will be input as
(minus) - 0.3 m (-1 ft).
To show the depth from the water surface to the bottom, do the following. Before setting
the Structure offset, measure the distance from the structure transducer to the water surface.
If, for example, the distance is 0.3 m (1 ft), it will be input as (plus) 0.3 m (1 ft).

A setting of 0 (zero) causes the depth displayed to be the distance from the transducer to the
bottom.
Installation
Used for defining Echosounder sources available for selection in the Source menu option. For
information about defining sources, refer to the separate NSS evo3 Installation manual. For
information about Source selection, refer to "Source" on page 77.
ForwardScan Installation
Used for ForwardScan installation and setup. Refer to the "ForwardScan setup" on page 92.

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StructureScan
StructureScan uses high frequencies to provide a high resolution, picture-like image of the
seabed.
The unit has built-in StructureScan.
Ú Note: You must have a StructureScan HD, TotalScan or StructureScan 3D transducer
installed to use StructureScan features.
Ú Note: Connect StructureScan transducers to the Sonar2 port only.
The StructureScan image

The view
The StructureScan panel can be set up as a DownScan image, or showing left/right side
scanning.
The DownScan image can also be added as an overlay to the traditional Echosounder image.
1 Depth
Ú Note: The depth reading depends on the Structure depth offset setting,
refer to "Structure depth offset" on page 81
2 Temperature
3 Frequency
4 Bottom
5 Zoom (downscan) / Range (sidescan) icons
6 Range scale
Zooming the StructureScan image

You can zoom a StructureScan image by:
• turning the rotary knob when the cursor is not active
• using the panel zoom icons
• by pinching or spreading on the screen
Zoom level is shown on the upper left side of the panel.
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Using the cursor on the StructureScan panel
By default, the cursor is not shown on the StructureScan image.
When you position the cursor on a DownScan image, the screen pauses, the cursor
information window and the history bar are activated. On a DownScan image, the depth is
shown at cursor position.
When you position the cursor on a SideScan image, the screen pauses, and the cursor
information window is activated. On a SideScan image, the left/right distance from the vessel
to the cursor are shown at the cursor position.
GoTo cursor

position.
Measuring distance
The cursor can be used to measure the distance between the position of two observations
on the image.
1. Position the cursor on the point from where you want to measure the distance
2. Start the measuring function from the menu
3. Position the cursor on the second measuring point
- A line is drawn between the measuring points, and the distance is listed in the Cursor
Information panel
4. Continue selecting new measuring points if required
You can use the menu to re-position the start point and the end point as long as the
measuring function is active.
When you select Finish measuring or press the X key, the image resumes to normal
scrolling.
Saving waypoints
You can save a waypoint at a selected location by positioning the cursor on the panel, and
then doing one of the following:
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Viewing StructureScan history
Whenever the cursor is active on a StructureScan panel, the scroll bar is shown on the panel.
The scroll bar shows the image you are currently viewing in relation to the total
StructureScan image history stored. Depending on the view selected, the scroll bar is on the
far right side (SideScan) or at the top of the screen (DownScan).
You can pan the image history by dragging up/down (SideScan) or left/right (DownScan).
To resume normal StructureScan scrolling, press Clear cursor.
Setting up the StructureScan image

Range
The range setting determines the water depth and SideScan range that is visible on the
screen.
Auto range
When the range is set to Auto the system automatically sets the range depending on the
water depth.
Preset range levels

You can select between several preset range levels.
Custom range
This option allows you to manually set both upper and lower range limits.
StructureScan frequencies
StructureScan supports two frequencies. 455 kHz provides ideal range and image quality in
most situations, while 800kHz is used to provide higher detail in shallow water.
Contrast
Determines the brightness ratio between light and dark areas of the screen.
To adjust the contrast setting:
1. Select the contrast icon or activate the contrast option in the menu to display the color
adjustment bar
2. Drag the bar or use the rotary knob to set the value.
Palettes
You can select between several display palettes optimized for a variety of fishing conditions.
View
You can set up the StructureScan page as a DownScan image, left only, right only, or left/
right side scanning.
Pausing the StructureScan image

You can pause the StructureScan image, allowing you to examine the structures and other
images in more depth and detail.
This function is useful when you need to position a waypoint exactly on the StructureScan
image, and if you are using the cursor to measure a distance between 2 elements on the
image.
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Advanced StructureScan settings
TVG
Wave action and boat wakes can cause onscreen clutter near the surface. The TVG (Time
Variable Gain) option reduces surface clutter by decreasing the sensitivity of the receiver near
the surface.
Ú Note: For optimal image return and clarity in most conditions, the default value is set to
3, the maximum (range is 0-3).
Flipping the Structure image left/right

If required, the left/right SideScanning images can be flipped to match the direction of the
transducer installation.
Range Lines
Range lines can be added to the image to make it easier to estimate depth (Downscan) and
distance (SideScan).
Recording StructureScan data

You can record StructureScan data and save the file internally in the NSS evo3 unit, or onto
memory card as described in "Start Recording echosounder data" on page 78.
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StructureMap
The StructureMap feature overlays SideScan images from a StructureScan source on the map.
This makes it easier to visualize the underwater environment in relation to your position, and
aids in interpreting SideScan images.
The StructureMap image

The example below shows a chart panel with Structure overlay, combined with a traditional
SideScan panel.
You move around in the chart as usual when you have a Structure overlay:
• zoom the chart and the scanned image by turning the rotary knob, by using the zoom
icons, or by pinching or spreading on the screen
• move the chart to view the scanned image by dragging it in the desired direction
Pressing the X key or selecting the Clear cursor option removes the cursor from the panel,
and the chart center is positioned at the vessel.
Activating Structure overlay

1. Turn on Structure overlay from the chart menu
- The chart menu is increased to show Structure options
- Structure data starts to appear on the chart screen as soon as Structure overlay is
enabled
2. Select Structure source
- Live data is default
Ú Note: Structure overlay can also be activated by selecting a saved StructureMap file in
the files browser.
StructureMap sources
Two sources can be used to overlay Structure logs on the charts, but only one can be viewed
at a time:
• Live data - Used when StructureScan data is available on the system.
• Saved files - These are recorded StructureScan (*.sl2) data that are converted to
StructureMap (*.smf) format. Saved *.smf files can be used even if no StructureScan
sources are connected.
Live source
When live data is selected, the SideScan imaging history is displayed as a trail behind the
vessel icon. The length of this trail varies depending on available memory in the unit and
range settings. As the memory fills up, the oldest data is automatically deleted as new data is
added. When increasing the search range, the ping speed of the StructureScan transducer is
reduced, but the width and the length of the image history is increased.
Ú Note: Live mode does not save any data. If the unit is turned off, all recent data is lost.
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Saved files
When Saved files are selected, the StructureMap file is overlaid on the map based on position
information in the file.
If the chart scale is large, the StructureMap area is indicated with a boundary box until the
scale is large enough to show Structure details.
Saved mode is used to review and examine StructureMap files, and to position the vessel on
specific points of interest on a previous scanned area.
Ú Note: When saved files are used as the source, all StructureMap files found on the
memory card and in the system’s internal memory are displayed. If there is more than
one StructureMap of the same area, the images overlap and clutter the chart. If several
logs of the same area are required, the maps should be put on separate memory cards.
StructureMap tips
• To get a picture of taller structures (a wreck, etc.) — do not drive over it, instead, steer the
boat so the structure is on the left or right side of your vessel.
• Do not use Autorange when using StructureScan. Set your structure range to a
significantly greater level (two-to-three times) than the water depth to ensure a complete
scan and to maximize conversion accuracy.
• Do not overlap history trails when conducting a side-by-side scan of an area.
Recording StructureScan data

StructureScan data can be recorded from a chart panel with Structure overlay enabled.
StructureScan recordings can also be started from a StructureScan panel.
When StructureScan data is being recorded, there is a flashing red symbol and a message
appears periodically at the bottom of the screen.
Ú Note: The message includes information about file size. Keep the size of your logs to
100MB or less to allow for faster file conversion.
The recording is stopped by re-selecting the record function.
Converting StructureScan data to StructureMap format

A StructureScan log file (.sl2) is converted to StructureMap format (.smf ) after recording from
the recording dialog, or from the files browser.
You can create standard or high resolution files. High resolution .smf files capture more detail,
but take longer to convert and are larger than standard resolution files.
To save disc space it is recommended to remove the StructureScan (.sl2) files after
conversion.
Using StructureMap with mapping cards

StructureMap allows you to maintain full chart capability and can be used with embedded
cartography as well as Navionics, Insight and other third-party charting cards compatible
with the system.
When using StructureMap with mapping cards, copy the StructureMap (.smf ) files to the
unit’s internal memory. We recommend keeping copies of StructureMap files on external
mapping cards.
Structure options
You adjust the StructureMap settings from the Structure options menu. The menu is
available when Structure overlay is enabled.
Not all options are available when saved StructureMap files are used as the source.
Unavailable options are greyed.
Range
Sets the search range.
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Transparency
Sets the opaqueness of the Structure overlay. With minimum transparency settings, the chart
details are almost hidden by the StructureMap overlay.
Palette
Selects Structure palette.
Contrast
Determines the brightness ratio between light and dark areas of the screen.
Water column
Shows/hides the water column in Live mode.
If turned OFF schools of bait fish might not be seen on the SideScan image.
If turned ON the accuracy of the SideScan image on the map might be affected by the water
depth.
Frequency
Sets the transducer frequency used by the unit. 800 kHz offers the best resolution, while 455
kHz has greater depth and range coverage.
Noise rejection
Signal interference from bilge pumps, engine vibration and air bubbles can clutter the sonar
screen. The noise rejection option filters the signal interference and reduces on-screen
clutter.
Clear live history

Clears existing live history data from the screen and begins showing only the most current
data.
Record data
Records StructureScan data.
Source
Selects StructureMap source.
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ForwardScan
ForwardScan sonar is a navigational aid that helps you monitor the underwater environment
in front of your vessel while carrying out slow speed maneuvers.
To use the ForwardScan feature you must have a ForwardScan transducer mounted on your
vessel. For installation instructions, refer to the ForwardScan transducer installation manual.
The ForwardScan transducer can be connected to a SonarHub and shared over the Ethernet
network. You can also connect the ForwardScan transducer to the Sonar2 port on your NSS
evo3 unit, leaving the Sonar1 port available for a CHIRP transducer.
Ú Note: When a ForwardScan transducer connected to the NSS evo3 is in use. Transducers
connected to Sonar1 port will be paused.
Warning: Do not rely on this equipment as your principle source of

navigation or hazard detection.
Warning: Do not use this equipment to gauge depth or other conditions

for swimming or diving.
The ForwardScan image
1 Transducer location shown as the origin on the page

2 Depth range scale and vessel position
3 Forward range scale
4 Point data
5 Bottom
6 Depth history
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Setting up the ForwardScan image
Depth
Controls depth range. Depth range is set to auto mode by default.
Forward range
Controls the forward looking search range. Maximum Forward range is 91 meters (300 feet).
Noise Rejection
Filters out signal interference and reduces on-screen clutter.
Record
Records ForwardScan sonar logs.
Pause
Pauses forward-looking Echosounder transmissions.
ForwardScan view options

Palette
Several display palettes are available for a variety of water conditions.
History ratio
Controls how much Echosounder history is shown behind the boat. The higher the ratio, the
more history will be shown.
Point data
By default, ForwardScan only shows the bottom. Select the Point data menu option to
specify to view no sonar data points, all sonar data points, or only points (Objects) in the
water column.
Show zones
Displays warning zones (yellow) and critical zones (red) on the screen. Refer to "Critical forward
range and Critical depth" on page 92.
Depth lines
Displays lines on the screen that make it easier to quickly estimate depth and the underwater
objects.
Heading extension
You can use the heading extension to monitor ForwardScan on the chart panel. Heading
extension colors are based on the ForwardScan alarm values.
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ForwardScan extension
1 Red - Critical
2 Yellow - Warning
3 Green - Safe
Select ForwardScan in the Chart Settings dialog to view the ForwardScan heading extension
on the chart panel.
ForwardScan setup
Specify the setup in the ForwardScan installation dialog.
Critical forward range and Critical depth

Critical Forward Range and Critical Depth are user-selected thresholds that define a critical
zone forward of your vessel.
If you travel into water shallow enough to cross into the critical zone, the Critical Zone alarm
is activated. You can display the critical warning zones by activating the Show zones menu
option.

ForwardScan image with Show zones active
1 Critical zone
2 Warning zone
Warning Forward Range and Warning Depth values are based on the selected Critical
Forward Range and Critical Depth values.
Ú Note: To receive Critical Zone alerts, enable ForwardScan alarm in the Alarm settings
dialog. For more information about enabling alarms, refer to Alarms.
Transducer angle
We recommend installing the transducer vertical to the waterline. In cases where that is not
possible, the Transducer Angle setting helps offset the difference between the transducer
angle and the waterline.
The angle can be adjusted from 0 (vertical) to 20 degrees.
Warning: Adjustments to the transducer angle value should be done with

caution. Large variations in the transducer angle value can distort depth
data, increasing the risk of striking underwater obstructions.
Depth offset
the boat (for example; bottom of the keel, rudder, or skeg) in the water or from the
transducer to the water surface.
Before setting the offset, measure the distance from the transducer to the lowest point of the
boat in the water or from the transducer to the water surface.
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A Lowest point of vessel offset: Set the distance from the transducer to the lowest
point of the boat in the water - this should be set as a negative value. For example,
- 0.3 m (-1 ft).
B Depth below surface (waterline) offset: Set the distance from the transducer to the
surface - this should be set as a positive value. For example, +0.5 m (+1.77 ft).
For depth below transducer, set the offset to 0.

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Wireless connection
GoFree wireless connectivity gives you the ability to:
• Use a wireless device to remotely view (smartphone and tablet) and control the system
(tablet only).
• Access the GoFree Shop.
• Upload your Echosounder logs to create custom maps at Insight Genesis.
• Download software updates
• Connect to third party applications
Ú Note: Maps, charts, software updates, and other data files can be large. Your data
provider may charge you based on the amount of data you transfer. If you are unsure
contact the service provider for information.
The unit includes Built-in wireless functionality for connecting to the internet and wireless
devices such as smartphones and tablets.
Initial configuration and setup of the built-in wireless functionality is described in your
system's Installation Manual.
Connect and disconnect from a wireless hotspot

To connect to a wireless hotspot, select the Wireless option in the System Controls dialog
and then select Not Connected. This opens the Wireless Devices dialog. Use this dialog to
select the desired hotspot, enter the login information and then select Connect. Connecting
to a wireless hotspot changes the wireless mode to Client mode. In this mode, you can
access the GoFree Shop.
To disconnect from a wireless hotspot, select the Wireless option in the System Controls
dialog, then select Connected hotspot_name, and then Disconnect. This changes the wireless
mode to Access point mode. In this mode, you can connect a wireless device so that Apps
such as GoFree Link can access the vessel's navigation information.
GoFree Shop
The wireless must be connected to an external wireless hotspot in order to access the
GoFree Shop.
At the GoFree Shop you can browse, purchase and download compatible content for your
system including navigation charts and Insight Genesis Maps. When you log on, the system
automatically gives you a notification if a new software version is available for your system. If
an update is available, you can download it to a card slot or defer the download until later. If
you defer the download until later, the notification is available in the About dialog accessible
from the System Settings.
GoFree Link
The wireless functionality lets you use a wireless device to remotely view (smartphone and
tablet) and control the system (tablet only). The system is viewed and controlled from the
wireless device by the GoFree Link Apps downloaded from their relevant Application store.
When remote control is accepted, the active page is mirrored to the wireless device.
Ú Note: To use smartphones and tablets to view and control the system, wireless
functionality must be disconnected from the wireless hotspot (in Access point mode).
Ú Note: For safety reasons, Autopilot and CZone functions cannot be controlled from a
wireless device.
Connecting a tablet
Install the GoFree App on the tablet before following this procedure.
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1. Set the internal wireless to Access Point mode. To do this, select the Wireless devices
page in the Wireless settings dialog and then select the Internal wireless. Next, select the
Mode option and then select Internal Access Point.
2. Select a device on the Wireless devices page to view its network key.
3. Navigate to the wireless network connection page on the tablet, and find the unit or
GoFree wireless xxxx network. If more than one is in range, review the Wireless devices
page on the unit to confirm which wireless device is connected to the unit.
4. Enter the Network Key in the tablet to connect to the network.
5. Open the GoFree application - the unit should be automatically detected. The name
displayed will be either the default, or that assigned in the Device Name setting. If the unit
does not appear, follow the on screen instructions to manually find the device.
6. Select the graphic icon of the unit. The unit displays a prompt similar to the following:
7. Select Yes for one-time connection, or Always if device is to be remembered for regular
connection. This setting can be changed later if required.
Ú Note: The internal wireless module only supports GoFree connection to itself. Other
units connected on the network are not visible.
Connecting a smartphone
Install the GoFree App on the smartphone before following this procedure.
page in the Wireless settings dialog and then select the unit's Internal Wireless. Next,
select the Mode option and then select Internal Access Point.
2. Select a device on the Wireless devices page to view its Network Key.
3. Navigate to the wireless network connection page on the smartphone, and find the unit
or GoFree wireless xxxx network. If more than one is in range, review the Wireless devices
page from the unit's Wireless settings dialog to confirm which wireless device is
connected to the unit.
4. Enter the Network Key in the smartphone to connect to the network.
5. Open the GoFree application on the smartphone, the unit should be automatically
detected. The name displayed will be either the default, or that assigned in the Device
Name setting. If the unit does not appear, follow the on screen instructions to manually
find the device.
The MFD's display is shown on the smartphone. To change the MFD's display on the
smartphone, use the MFD to change the display on the MFD. The display change on the
MFD is reflected on the smartphone.
Uploading log files to Insight Genesis

To upload a recorded Echosounder log file to Insight Genesis, select the file you want to
upload from the Files panel and select the upload to Insight Genesis option.
Ú Note: You must be connected to a wireless hotspot to upload recorded log files to
Insight Genesis.
Ú Note: Recorded log files can also be uploaded to Insight Genesis if you have specified
Upload to Insight Genesis in the Record Echo dialog. For more information, refer to
"Start Recording log data" on page 78.
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Wireless settings
Provides configuration and setup options for the wireless functionality.
For more information, refer to the NSS evo3 Installation Manual.
Connect to a wireless hotspot

Displays the Wireless device dialog that you can use to connect the wireless functionality to a
wireless hotspot.
Remote controllers
When a wireless device (smart phone or tablet) is connected, it should appear in the Remote
controllers list. Selecting Always allow means the device can automatically connect without
needing a password each time. This menu also allows you to disconnect devices that no
longer require access.
Wireless devices
This dialog shows the internal wireless and any connected WIFI-1 devices, as well as their IP
and channel number. Selecting the internal wireless or a WIFI-1 device provides additional
detail.
To view and change internal wireless detail values (Network Name (SSID), Network Key, or
Channel) the internal wireless must be in Access Point (Internal Wifi) mode. To select a
network (hotspot) to connect to, the internal wireless must be in Client Mode. Use the
Mode option to change modes.
Client settings
Displays information about the wireless hotspot your unit is connected to or the last one
your unit was connected to. You can select the hotspot in the dialog to set it as a hotspot
you want to always connect to when in range or you can select to delete it.
Advanced
Initiates the Iperf and DHCP Probe tools that help in fault-finding and setting up the wireless
network.
Ú Note: Iperf and DHCP Probe are tools provided for diagnostic purposes by users familiar
with network terminology and configuration. Navico is not the original developer of
these tools, and does not provide support related to their use.
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AIS
If a compatible AIS (Automatic Identification System) source is connected to the system, then
any targets detected by these devices can be displayed and tracked. You can also see
messages and position for DSC transmitting devices within range.
AIS targets can be displayed as overlay on radar and chart images, making this feature an
important tool for safe travelling and collision avoidance.
You can set alarms to notify you if an AIS target gets too close or if the target is lost.
AIS vessels on a chart panel AIS vessels on a radar panel
AIS target symbols

The system uses the AIS target symbols shown below:
Sleeping AIS target (not moving or at anchor).
Moving and safe AIS target with course extension line.
Dangerous AIS target, illustrated with bold line.

A target is defined as dangerous based on the CPA and TCPA settings. Refer
to "Defining dangerous vessels" on page 102.
Lost AIS target.
When no signals have been received within a time limit, a target is defined
as lost.
The target symbol represents the last valid position of the target before the
reception of data was lost.
Selected AIS target, activated by selecting a target symbol.
The target returns to the default target symbol when the cursor is removed
from the symbol.
AIS SART (AIS Search And Rescue Transmitter).
Viewing information about AIS targets

Searching for AIS items
You can search for AIS targets by using the Find option in the Tools panel.
From a chart panel you can search for AIS targets by using the Find option in the menu. If
the cursor is active, the system searches for vessels around the cursor position. Without an
active cursor, the system searches for vessels around your vessel's position.
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Viewing information about single AIS targets
When you select an AIS icon on the chart or radar panel the symbol changes to Selected
target symbol, and the vessel's name is displayed.
You can display detailed information for a target by selecting the AIS pop-up, or from the
menu when the target is selected.
AIS information on radar panels
The radar data bar includes information on up to 3 AIS targets.

The targets are listed with the closest target on top, and are color coded to indicate target
status.
Calling an AIS vessel

If the system includes a VHF radio supporting DSC (Digital Select Calling) calls over NMEA
2000, you can initiate a DSC call to other vessels from the NSS evo3.
The call option is available in the AIS Vessel Details dialog, and in the Vessel status dialog
activated from the Tools panel.
From the Call dialog you can change channel or cancel the call. The Call dialog is closed
when the connection is established.
AIS SART
When an AIS SART (Search and Rescue beacon) is activated, it starts transmitting its position
and identification data. This data is received by your AIS device.
If your AIS receiver is not compliant with AIS SART, it interprets the received AIS SART data as
a signal from a standard AIS transmitter. An icon is positioned on the chart, but this icon is an
AIS vessel icon.
If your AIS receiver is compliant with AIS SART, the following takes place when AIS SART data
is received:
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• An AIS SART icon is located on the chart in the position received from the AIS SART
• An alarm message is displayed
If you have enabled the siren, the alarm message is followed by an audible alarm.
Ú Note: The icon is green if the received AIS SART data is a test and not an active message.
AIS SART alarm message

When data is received from an AIS SART, an alarm message is displayed. This message
includes the AIS SART’s unique MMSI number, and its position, distance, and bearing from
your vessel.
You have the following options:

• Ignore the alarm
- The alarm is muted and the message closed. The alarm does not reappear
Ú Note: If you ignore the alarm, the AIS SART icon remains visible on your chart, and the
AIS SART remains in the Vessels list.
• Save the waypoint
- The waypoint is saved to your waypoint list. This waypoint name is prefixed with MOB
AIS SART - followed by the unique MMSI number of the SART. For example, MOB AIS
SART - 12345678.
• Activate the MOB function
- The display switches to a zoomed chart panel, centered on the AIS SART position
- The system creates an active route to the AIS SART position
Ú Note: If the MOB function is already active, this will be terminated and replaced by the
new route towards the AIS SART position!
Ú Note: If the AIS stops receiving the AIS SART message, the AIS SART remains in the
Vessels list for 10 minutes after it receives the last signal.
If you select the AIS SART icon on the chart panel, then you can see the AIS MOB details.
Vessel alarms
You can define several alarms to alert you if a target shows up within predefined range limits,
or if a previously identified target is lost.

Dangerous vessel
Controls whether an alarm will be activated when a vessel comes closer than the distance for
CPA within the time limit for TCPA. Refer to "Defining dangerous vessels" on page 102.
AIS vessel lost

Sets the range for lost vessels. If a vessel is lost within the set range, an alarm occurs.
Ú Note: The check box controls whether the alarm pop-up box is displayed and if the siren
goes on. The CPA and TCPA define when a vessel is dangerous regardless of the enabled
or disabled state.
Vessel message
Controls whether an alarm will be activated when a message is received from an AIS target.
Vessel settings
Your vessel’s MMSI number

You need to have your own MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number entered in the
system to receive addressed messages from AIS and DSC vessels.
It is also important to have the MMSI number entered to avoid seeing your own vessel as an
AIS target on the chart.
Ú Note: The Vessel message option in the alarm settings must be toggled on for any MMSI
message to be displayed.
Icon filters
By default, all targets are shown on the panel if an AIS device is connected to the system.
You can select not to show any targets, or to filter the icons based on security settings,
distance, and vessel speed.
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Extension lines
The length of the extension lines for your vessel and for other vessels can be set by the user.
• A: Heading
• B: Course Over Ground (COG)
The length of the extension lines is either set as a fixed distance, or to indicate the distance
the vessel will move in the selected time period. If no options are turned on for This vessel
then no extension lines are shown for your vessel.
Your own vessel heading information is read from the active heading sensor, and COG
information is received from the active GPS.
For other vessels COG data is included in the message received from the AIS system.
Defining dangerous vessels

You can define an invisible guard zone around your vessel. When a target comes within the
set limits, the symbol changes to the Dangerous target symbol. An alarm is triggered if
activated in the Alarm settings panel.
Speed and course indication

The extension line can be used to indicate speed and course for targets, either as absolute
(true) motion in the chart or relative to your vessel.
A different line style is used on the extension lines to indicate motion, as shown below.
AIS vessels shown with Absolute motion AIS vessels shown with Relative motion
AIS icon orientation

Sets the orientation of the AIS icon, either based on heading or COG information.

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Instrument panels
The Instruments panels consist of multiple gauges - analog, digital and bar - that can be
customized to display selected data. The Instruments panel displays data on dashboards, and
you can define up to ten dashboards within the Instruments panel.
Ú Note: To include fuel/engine information, engine and tank information has to be
configured from the Settings panel.
Dashboards
A set of dashboard styles are predefined to display vessel, navigation, and angler information.
You switch between the panel’s dashboards by selecting the left and right arrow buttons on
the panel. You can also select the dashboard from the menu.
Vessel dashboard Navigation dashboard Angler dashboard
Ú Note: Additional dashboards can be activated from the menu if other systems (e.g.
CZone) are present on the network.
Customizing the Instruments panel

You can customize the Instruments panel by changing the data for each of the gauges in the
dashboard, by changing the dashboard layout, and by adding new dashboards. You can also
set limits for analog gauges.
All edit options are available from the Instruments panel menu.
Available editing options depend on which data sources are connected to your system.
Edit a dashboard
Activate the dashboard you want to edit, then either press and hold on the gauge you want
to change and select the information to be displayed or do the following:
2. Select the edit option
3. Select the gauge you want to change. Selected gauge is indicated with a colored
background
4. Select information to be displayed, configure limits, and eventually change the source for
the information
5. Save your changes by selecting the save option in the menu
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Audio
If a SonicHub server, a FUSION marine entertainment system, or NMEA 2000 audio system is
connected to the NMEA 2000 network, you can use the NSS evo3 to control and customize
the audio system on your vessel.
When connected to a WM-3 Satellite module with an active subscription, you can include
SiriusXM products on your system. You can also connect a SiriusXM radio to a FUSION
system. Sirius audio and weather service covers inland U.S. waters and coastal areas into the
Atlantic and Pacific oceans, Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea. The SiriusXM products
received vary depending on your selected subscription package. For more information refer
to www.siriusXM.com.
Before you can start using your audio equipment, it must be installed according to the NSS
evo3 Installation manual and to the documentation included with the audio device.
Enabling audio
A compatible audio device connected to the NMEA 2000 network should automatically be
identified by the system. If not, enable the feature from the Advanced Settings dialog.
SonicHub 2
A SonicHub 2 connected to the NMEA 2000 network is supported.
SonicHub 2 Device Information

Open the Network Settings dialog and select the SonicHub 2 device in the Device list. This
opens the SonicHub 2 Device Information dialog.
Configure
Select to configure the device.
Upgrade
Updates the device software.
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Ú Note: A USB memory stick with the software upgrade must be plugged into the device.
Periodic software updates may be available from the product website. Detailed
instructions for how to install the software are included with the upgrade files.
Factory Reset
Resets the device to factory defaults.
SonicHub 2 is Bluetooth enabled

The SonicHub 2 is a Bluetooth enabled device. You can use the SonicHub 2's built-in
Bluetooth wireless to connect it to Bluetooth enabled audio devices.
To pair the SonicHub 2 to a Bluetooth enabled device select the Bluetooth devices icon in
the Controls menu. Choose the Bluetooth device you want to pair to from the list of
available devices and then select Pair.
The SonicHub 2 connects to the paired device.
Connecting and disconnecting paired devices

The SonicHub 2 automatically connects to a device when you pair them. You can pair it to
several devices but only one device can be connected at a time.
You can manually disconnect and connect the SonicHub 2 to paired devices.
To disconnect a paired device, select the paired device in the device list and then select
Disconnect.
To connect to a paired device, select the paired device in the device list and then select
Connect.
Pandora
The SonicHub 2 supports streaming music from Pandora from an Android device (over
Bluetooth) or IOS device (over USB and Bluetooth).
Ú Note: You must be in a valid location to use Pandora. Refer to the Pandora website for
more information.
Use menu controls to run Pandora on the smart device.
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The Audio panel
You activate the audio panel by activating the audio tile in the Instrument bar.
The control buttons, tools and options vary from one audio source to another as described
later in this chapter.
1 Audio source
2 Audio control buttons
3 Audio tile
4 Audio tools
Audio control buttons
Icon Tuner VHF DVD Playback
Select to display the list of available sources
Select to select previous/next Select to Select to select

frequency rewind/play fast previous/next
Press and hold to tune in a channel forward track
Select to select next/previous

N/A N/A
favorite channel
N/A N/A Select to start
N/A N/A Select to pause playback
Select to display the volume slider

Audio tools
Icon Tuner VHF Playback
Signal strength N/A N/A
Select to toggle
on/off repeat
N/A N/A function. The icon is
colored when the
function is active.
Select to toggle
on/off shuffle mode.
N/A N/A The icon is colored
when the function is
active.
Select to display menus used for setting up zones and master
control
Select to display the Select to display the Select to display the
favorite stations for favorite channels for native menu for
the tuner the VHF active source
Select to display optional settings for active source
Setting up the audio system

The speakers
Speaker zones
The NSS evo3 can be set up to control different audio zones. The number of zones depends
on the audio server connected to your system.
You can adjust balance, volume and volume limit settings individually for each zone.
Adjustments to the bass and tremble settings will alter all zones.
Master volume control

By default the volume for all speaker zones are adjusted when you adjust the volume. You
can define which zones will be altered when you increase/decrease the volume.
Selecting tuner region

Before playing FM or AM radio, and using a VHF radio, you must select the appropriate region
for your location.
Detaching Sirius from the AUX source

If a Sirius radio is connected to the FUSION radio/server, the AUX source is automatically
attached to the Sirius feed. Sirius then appears in the source list when the FUSION server is
active.
To use the AUX source for a different device, the Sirius must be detached from the AUX
source.
Ú Note: To use SiriusXM, an optional SiriusXM tuner must be connected to the FUSION
server.
Operating the audio system

1. Select the Audio tile in the Instrument bar to activate the Audio overlay
2. Select the options icon and then select the audio server
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3. Select the source icon and then select the audio source
- Number of sources depends on the active audio server
4. Use the panel buttons to control your audio system
For an overview of audio control buttons and tools, refer to "Audio control buttons" on page 106
and "Audio Tools" on page 107.
For available options, refer to the documentation following your audio equipment.
Favorite channels
When a tuner or VHF channel is tuned in, you can add the channel to your favorite list. The
favorite channels can be viewed, selected and deleted from within the Favorite list.
You page through favorite channels by using the up/down audio panel buttons.
Sirius radio (North America only)

Channels list
The channels list displays all available Sirius channels, whether or not you have a subscription
for the channel.
Favorites list
You can create a list of your favorite Sirius channels from within the channels list. You cannot
add unsubscribed channels.
Locking channels
You can lock selected Sirius channels from being broadcasted. A 4-digit-code must be
entered to lock channels and the same code entered to unlock the channels.

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Weather
The system includes weather functionality that allows the user to view forecast data overlaid
on the chart. This helps gaining a clear understanding of the weather conditions that are
likely to appear.
The system supports weather data in GRIB format, available for download from various
weather service suppliers.
The system also supports weather data from SIRIUS Marine Weather Service. This service is
available only in North America.
Wind barbs
The rotation of the wind barbs indicate the relative wind direction, with the tail showing the
direction the wind is coming from. In the graphics below, the wind comes from the
northwest.
Wind speed is indicated by a combination of small and large barbs at the end of the wind
tail.
Zero knots / Indeterminate wind direction
Small barb = 5 knots
Large barb = 10 knots
Arrow barb = 50 knots
If a combination of 5 and 10 knot barbs are shown on a tail, then add them together to give
you the total wind speed. The example below shows 3 x large barb + 1 x small barb = 35
knots, and 60 knots indicated with 1 x arrow barb + 1 x large barb.
Wind speed: 35 knots Wind speed: 60 knots
Showing weather details

If pop-up is enabled, you can select a weather icon to display the identity of the observation.
If you select the pop-up, detailed information about the observation is displayed. You can
also display the detailed information from the menu when the weather icon is selected.
GRIB weather
A GRIB file contains forecast information for a set number of days. It is possible to animate the
weather data, which shows how weather systems are developing.
Importing GRIB data

GRIB data imported into memory can be displayed as chart overlay. Refer to "Displaying GRIB
weather as overlay" on page 110. The file can be imported from any location that can be seen in
the file manager.
Ú Note: GRIB data that is imported overwrites the GRIB data in memory.
You can import the weather file using the File manager from the Tools panel or the Forecast
menu option on the Chart panel:
• When you select a GRIB file with the File manager, the import option is available. Use it to
import a GRIB file into memory.
Select the GRIB file to import the data.
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• Selecting the Forecast menu option on the Chart panel displays the GRIB weather dialog.
Use the import file option in this dialog to open the File manager and import a GRIB file
into memory.
Using this dialog you can also select an available GRIB file. Selecting an available GRIB file is
the same as importing the file into memory. Available GRIB files are files downloaded from
a weather service supplier to the Gribs directory (in the Files manager).
Displaying GRIB weather as overlay

Imported GRIB weather data can be displayed as an overlay on your chart panel.
When the GRIB weather overlay is selected, the chart menu increases to show GRIB weather
options. From this menu you can select which weather symbols you want to display, set the
distance between the barbs, and adjust the opaqueness of the weather symbols.
From this menu you can also animate the weather forecast. Refer to "Animating GRIB weather
forecast" on page 111.
The Forecast menu option displays the GRIB file currently in memory and overlaid on the
chart. Select the Forecast menu option to import a new GRIB file into memory. Importing a
new file overwrites the GRIB data in memory.
1 Wind barbs
2 Pressure contours
3 GRIB information window
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GRIB information window
The GRIB information window shows the date and time for the GRIB weather forecast, and
the selected forecast time in brackets. A negative value in the brackets indicates historic
weather data.
If you select a position on the chart, the information window expands to include weather
details for the selected position.
Animating GRIB weather forecast

The GRIB data contains forecast information for a set number of days. It is possible to animate
the weather data and to show the predicted forecast for a specific time and date. The time
scales vary depending on the file you are using.
The time shift is shown in brackets in the GRIB information window. The time is relative to the
current time as provided by a GPS device connected to the system.
Select time and animation speed from the menu.
SiriusXM weather
When connected to a Navico Weather module, you can subscribe and include Sirius audio
and Sirius Marine Weather Service on your system (North America only).
Depending on your selected subscription package, Sirius audio and weather service covers a
variety of North American inland waters and coastal areas. For more information refer to
www.siriusxm.com/marineweather
Sirius status panel

When the weather module is connected to the system, you get access to the Sirius status
panel.
The status panel shows signal strength is indicated as 1/3 (weak), 2/3 (good) or 3/3
(preferred). It also includes antenna status, service level, and the electronic serial number for
the weather module.
Sirius weather display

Sirius weather can be displayed as an overlay on your chart panel.
When weather overlay is selected, the chart menu increases to show the available weather
options.

1 Precipitation color shading
2 City forecast icon
3 Wind barb
4 Storm icon
5 SST color bar
6 SST color shading
Use the Sirius weather option menu to select which weather symbology that should be
displayed and how they should appear on the chart panel.
Sirius view options
Precipitation
Shades of color are used to show precipitation type and intensity. The darkest color indicates
the highest intensity.
Rain From light green (light rain) - yellow - orange - to dark red (heavy
rain)
Snow Blue
Mixed Pink
Sea Surface Temperature (SST)

You can show the sea surface temperature as color shading or as text.
When color coding is selected, the SST color bar is shown on the left side of the display.
You define how the color codes are used to identify sea surface temperature. See "Adjusting
color codes" on page 114.
Wave indication
Colors are used to indicate forecasted wave height. The highest waves are dark red, while the
lowest are blue.
You can define how the color codes are used to identify the wave height. Refer to "Adjusting
color codes" on page 114.
Surface features
Turns surface features on/off. Surface features include fronts, isobars, and pressure points.
Surface features cannot be shown at the same time as Wind.
Cloud tops
Turn Cloud tops on/off. Cloud tops indicate the height of the top of the clouds. The color
palette used is grey with darker greys indicating lower clouds. Cloud tops cannot be shown
at the same time as Precipitation or Echo Tops.

Ú Note: This feature is only available for certain SiriusXM subscriptions.
Echo tops
Turns Echo tops on/off. Echo tops indicate the tops of storms. The color palette used is the
same as for Precipitation. Echo tops cannot be shown at the same time as Precipitation or
Cloud Tops.
Ú Note: This feature is only available for certain SiriusXM subscriptions.
Weather icons
Several weather icons are available to show current or predicted weather conditions. You can
select an icon to display detailed weather information.
City forecast
Surface observation
Tropical storm tracking; past (grey) - present (red) - future (yellow)

Hurricane (category 1-5) tracking; past (grey) - present (red) - future
(yellow)
Tropical disturbance/depression tracking; past (grey) - present (red) -
future (yellow)
Storm attributes
Lightning
Watch box location and warning
Marine zone location
Local weather
Select the Local weather menu option to display the Local weather dialog. This dialog shows
weather forecast and alerts for the area.
Select a time-slot tab to see the forecast for it.
Marine zones
Depending on your selected subscription, SiriusXM services includes access to weather
reports for U.S. and Canadian Marine Zones, with the exception of the high seas zones.
You can select a marine zone on a chart and view its forecast. You can also select a marine
zone as your current zone of interest and you will be notified of any weather warnings in that
zone.

Tropical statements
You can read tropical statements including information about tropical weather conditions.
These statements are available for the entire Atlantic and the Eastern Pacific.
Adjusting color codes

You can define the sea surface temperature range and wave height color coding.
The temperature above warm and below cool values is displayed as progressively darker red
and darker blue.
Waves higher than the maximum value are indicated with progressively darker red. Waves
lower than the minimum value are not color coded.
Animating Sirius weather graphics

The NSS evo3 records the weather information you have turned on, and this information can
be used to animate past or future weather conditions. The amount of information available
in the system depends on the amount of weather activity; the more complex it is, the less
time that is available for animation.
You can animate the past or the future, depending on which weather view you have turned
on:
• With precipitation overlay, you can animate for the past and only assume weather
conditions in the immediate future.
• With colored wave height overlay, you can animate the future (the predictions).
When activated, the time for the current graphic animation is displayed in the lower left
corner of the chart panel.
Weather alarms
You can setup lightning or storm alarms to occur when the conditions are within a certain
range of your vessel.
You can also set up an alarm as a severe weather forecast alarm issued for your chosen
marine zone.
A watchbox is defined by the National Weather Service. When the alarm for watchbox is
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Video
The video function allows you to view videos or camera sources on your system.
Ú Note: The video images are not shared from the Ethernet network. You can only view
the video on the unit connected to the video source.
If a FLIR M-series camera is available on the Ethernet network, you can display the video and
control the camera from the system.
For information about how to connect the camera, see the separate NSS evo3 Installation
manual.
The Video panel

A video panel can be set up as a single panel, or as one of the panels on a multiple panel
page.
The video image is proportionally scaled to fit into the video panel. Areas not covered by the
image are colored black.
Setting up the video panel

Video source
NSS evo3 supports two video input channels. You can select to view one channel only, or to
cycle the image between available video cameras.
The cycle period can be set from 5 to 120 seconds.
Video standard
NSS evo3 supports NTSC and PAL video. Check the local video standard or the standard of
your cameras.
Adjusting the video image

You can optimize the video display by adjusting the video image settings. The settings are
adjusted individually for each video source. Default for all settings: 50%.
FLIR camera control

When the connection is established to a FLIR camera, the menu changes to include access to
FLIR camera controls.
Ú Note: You can take over camera control from any NSS evo3 connected to the Ethernet
network.
Establishing connection with the FLIR video camera

When a video panel is active, the NSS evo3 automatically recognizes a FLIR camera if it is
available on the network.
Ú Note: When there is a DHCP server present on the Ethernet network, the FLIR camera
needs to be configured and set to have a Static IP Address before the connection can be
established. For instructions on how to configure your specific FLIR camera model, refer
to FLIR documentation.
Ú Note: Only one FLIR camera can be connected to the Ethernet network.
When you activate a video panel, the system starts searching the network for a FLIR camera.
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Lost connections are indicated by a panel key. Select this key to reestablish the connection.
When the connection is established the menu changes to include access to FLIR camera
control.
Ú Note: You can take over camera control from any NSS evo3 unit connected to the
Ethernet network.
Panning and tilting the FLIR camera

When the connection to the FLIR camera is established, pan and tilt panel buttons appear on
the video panel. The left and right arrow buttons control the camera’s pan. The up and down
arrow buttons tilt the camera.
Select one of the arrow buttons on the panel to control the camera. The camera continues to
move for as long as you press the button.
Zooming the FLIR video image

You zoom the video image by using the zoom panel buttons.
There are two zoom options available, depending upon your selected FLIR camera source
option:
• Digital zoom
Only available when the camera is in Infrared mode. In this mode, the zoom is represented
in levels (0, 2 and 4 times zoom). Each press on a zoom button increments or decrements
the zoom level.
• Optical zoom
Available in daylight mode. In this mode, the camera continues to zoom for as long as you
press a zoom panel button.
The FLIR camera source options

The FLIR camera includes both daylight and infrared video sources.
When the infrared source is selected, the following options are available:
• Toggle color scheme
Cycles through FLIR’s video output color scheme. Each of these schemes maps a different
color to a different temperature.
• Toggle polarity
Inverts the color scheme. For example, instead of: White = Hot and Black = Cold, it
becomes Black = Hot and White = Cold.
The FLIR camera’s home position

You can set the current pan and tilt position as the camera’s home position.
You can later quickly return to this camera position.
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Time plots
The NSS evo3 can present data history in different plots. The plots can be displayed in full
page, or combined with other panels.
The Time plot panel

The Time plot panel consists of two predefined layouts. You switch between the layouts by
selecting the left and right panel arrows. You can also select the layout from the menu.
You can select which data to present on a time plot panel, and you can define the time
range for each plot.
Layout 1 Layout 2
Missing data
If the data is unavailable, the relevant plot turns into a dashed line and flattens out at the
point the data was lost. When the data becomes available again, a dashed line joins up the
two points showing an average trend line bridging the missing data.
Selecting data
Each data field can be changed to show the preferred data type and the time range.
1. Select the edit option from the menu
2. Activate the field you want to edit
3. Change the information type and eventually the range
4. Save your changes
The data available for the Time plots are by default the sources used by the system. If more
than one data source is available for a data type you can select to show alternative data
source in the Time plot. You change the data type by using the data source option in the
menu.
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Alarms
Alarm system
The system continuously checks for dangerous situations and system faults while the system
is running. When an alarm situation occurs, an alarm message pops up on the screen.
An alarm icon is displayed in the status bar, and the status bar pulses the color of the alarm.
If you have enabled the siren, the alarm message is followed by an audible alarm, and the
switch for external alarm becomes active.
The alarm is recorded in the alarm listing so that you can see the details and take the
appropriate corrective action.
Type of messages
The messages are classified according to how the reported situation affects your vessel. The
following color codes are used:
Color Importance
Red Critical
Orange Important
Yellow Standard
Blue Warning
Green Light warning
Single alarms
A single alarm is displayed with the name of the alarm as the title, and with details for the
alarm.
Multiple alarms
If more than one alarm is activated simultaneously, then the alarm message displays a list of
up to 3 alarms. The alarms are listed in the order they occur with the alarm activated first at
the top. The remaining alarms are available in the Alarms dialog.
Acknowledging a message
The following options are available in the alarm dialog for acknowledging a message:
• Close
Sets the alarm state to acknowledged, meaning that you are aware of the alarm condition.
The siren / buzzer stops and the alarm dialog is removed.
However, the alarm remains active in the alarm listing until the reason for the alarm has
been removed.
• Disable
Disables the current alarm setting. The alarm does not show again unless you turn it back
on in the Alarms dialog.
There is no time-out on the alarm message or siren. They remain until you acknowledge the
alarm or until the reason for the alarm is removed.
Alarms dialog
All alarms are setup in the Alarms Settings dialog.
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The alarm dialogs can also be activated from the Tools panel. The alarm dialogs include
information about active alarms and alarm history.
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Tools
By default, the Tools panel includes icons used for accessing options and tools that are not
specific to any panel.
When external equipment is integrated to the unit, new icons might be added to the Tools
panel. These icons are used for accessing the external equipment's features.
Waypoints
List of waypoints, routes, and tracks with details.
Select the waypoint, route, or track you wish to edit or delete.
Tides
Displays tide information for the tide station nearest to your vessel.
Select the arrow panel buttons to change the date, or select the date field to access the
calendar function.
Available tide stations can be selected from the menu.
Alarms
Active alarms
List of active alarms.
Alarm history
List of all alarms with time stamp.
Alarm settings
List of all available alarm options in the system, with current settings.
Vessels
Status listing
List of all AIS, MARPA, and DSC vessels with available information.
Message listing
List of all messages received from other AIS vessels with time stamp.
TripIntel
Provides trip management functionality and trip information. For more information, refer to
"TripIntel" on page 46.
Sun, Moon
Displays sunrise, sunset, moonrise and moonset for a position based on entered date and the
position’s latitude/longitude.
Files
File management system, used to browse the contents of the unit's internal memory and
inserted SD card.
Viewing files
Select a file in the Files panel and then the view file option in the Details dialog.
Copying files to a card in the card reader

You can copy screen captures and logs to a card in the card reader. You can also export
System Settings, Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks to a card. Exporting files is covered in the
section "Maintenance" on page 124.
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Find
Search function for chart items (waypoints, routes, tracks, etc.).
GoFree Shop
Ú Note: The built-in wireless functionality must be connected to an external wireless
hotspot in order to access the GoFree Shop. Refer to "Connect and disconnect from a wireless
hotspot" on page 95.
Opens the GoFree Shop web site. At the GoFree Shop you can browse, purchase, and
download compatible charts for your system. You can also upload your Echosounder logs to
be shared on Social Map charts. When you log on, the system automatically gives you a
notification if a new software version is available for your system. If an update is available, you
can download it to a card slot or defer the download until later.
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Simulator
The simulation feature lets you see how the unit works in a stationary position and without
being connected to other devices.
The status bar indicates if the simulator is toggled on.
Demo mode
In this mode the unit automatically runs through the main features of the product; it changes
pages automatically, adjusts settings, opens menus, etc.
If you tap on a touchscreen or press a key when demo mode is running, the demonstration
pauses. After a time-out period, demo mode resumes and any changed settings are restored
to default.
Ú Note: Demo mode is designed for retail/showroom demonstrations.
Simulator source files

You can select which data files are used by the simulator. A set of source files is included in
your system, and you can import files by using a card inserted into the card reader. You can
also use your own recorded log data files in the simulator.
Advanced simulator settings

The Advanced simulator settings allows for manually controlling the simulator.
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GPS source
Selects where the GPS data is generated from.
Speed, Course and Route

Used for manually entering values when GPS source is set to Simulated course or Simulated
route. Otherwise, GPS data including speed and course come from the selected source file.
Set start position

Moves your vessel to the current cursor position.
Ú Note: This option is only available when the GPS source is set to Simulated course.
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Maintenance
Preventive maintenance
The unit does not contain any field serviceable components. Therefore, the operator is
required to perform only a very limited amount of preventative maintenance.
It is recommended that you always fit the supplied protective sun cover when the unit is not
in use.
Cleaning the display unit

A proper cleaning cloth should be used to clean the screen, where possible. Use plenty of
water to dissolve and take away salt remains. Crystalized salt may scratch the coating if using
a damp cloth. Apply minimal pressure to the screen.
Where marks on the screen cannot be removed by the cloth alone, use a 50/50 mixture of
warm water and isopropyl alcohol to clean the screen. Avoid any contact with solvents
(acetone, mineral turpentine, etc.), or ammonia based cleaning products, as they may
damage the anti-glare layer or plastic bezel.
To prevent UV damage to the plastic bezel, it is recommended that the sun cover be fitted
when the unit is not in use for an extended period.
Cleaning the media port door

Clean the media port door regularly to avoid salt crystallization on the surface, causing water
to leak into the card slot.
Checking the keys

Make sure that no keys are stuck in the down position. If one is stuck, wiggle the key to free it
back to normal.
Checking the connectors

The connectors should be checked by visual inspection only.
Push the connector plugs into the connector. If the connector plugs are equipped with a
lock, ensure that it is in the correct position.
NMEA Data logging

All serial output sentences sent over the NMEA TCP connection are logged to an internal file.
You can export and review this file for service and fault finding purposes.
The maximum file size is predefined. If you have added several other files to the system (file
recordings, music, pictures, PDF files), this may reduce the allowed file size for the log file.
The system logs as much data as possible within the file size limitation, and then it starts
overwriting the oldest data.
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Exporting the log file
The log file can be exported from the files dialog.
When you select the Log database you are prompted to select a destination folder and
filename. Once accepted, the log file is written to the chosen location.
RSD sentence output

The output of RSD NMEA 0183 message can be enabled (default off) to provide cursor
position information to an external device. The cursor position information may be used by
devices such as thermal cameras with pan-tilt ability, and external radar displays.
Ú Note: The sentence format (dictated by NMEA 0183) was not written to take in to
consideration dual radar systems, and therefore does not transmit identification
information to distinguish between sources. When two radar PPIs are shown on the
screen at the same time, only the first (left hand) radar provides RSD information. RSD is
shown on the radar PPI to indicate this feature is enabled.
Software upgrades
The latest software is available for download from our website, www.simrad-yachting.com.
Before initiating an update to the unit itself, be sure to back up any potentially valuable user
data. Refer to "Backing up your system data" on page 126.
The system or the Network analyzer and service assistant can advise software updates are
available.
Network analyzer and service assistant

The system has a built-in service assistant that creates a report of the devices installed on the
NMEA 2000 and Ethernet network such as the software versions, serial numbers, and
information from the settings file to assist in technical support enquiries.
To use the analyzer, open the About page of the System settings dialog and select Support.
Two options are displayed:
Create report
Analyzes your network and prompts you for information required for support and creates the
report with information automatically gathered from the network. You can add screenshots
and log files that will be attached to the report. There is a 20MB limit for the report
attachments. You can save the report to a memory card and email it to support or upload it
directly if you have an internet connection. If you call technical support first, you can enter an
incident number to assist with tracking.
Check system for updates
Analyzes your network and checks if updates are available for compatible devices.
Ú Note: Connect your unit to the internet to check for the latest available software
versions. The software versions will be up to date as of the last time you updated your
unit or connected to the internet.
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Update software
Ú Note: Remove any mapping cards from your unit and install a memory card with
sufficient storage before downloading software updates or creating and saving reports
to the memory card.
Ú Note: Do not turn off the MFD or device until the update is completed or you are
prompted to restart the unit or device being updated.
1. If your MFD is connected to the Internet, you can download the software update from the
Updates Dialog into a memory card. You can also download the software update from
www.simrad-yachting.com to a memory card inserted in a smart device or PC connected
to the internet.
2. Insert the card containing the software updates in your MFD.
3. Select the item to be updated in the Updates Dialog and follow the prompts.
As you respond to the prompts the update occurs. Prompts may request that you restart the
device to complete the update. You can restart devices to complete the update later at a
more convenient time.
Backing up your system data

Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks that you create are filed in your system. It is recommended to
regularly copy these files and your system settings files as part of your back-up routine. The
files can be copied to a card inserted in the card reader.
There are no export file format options for the system settings file. The following output
formats are available for exporting Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks files:
• User Data File version 5
This is used to import and export waypoints and routes with a standardized universally
unique identifier (UUID), which is very reliable and easy to use. The data includes such
information as the time and date when a route was created.
• User Data File version 4
This is best used when transferring data from one system to another, since it contains all
the extra bits of information these systems store about items.
• User Data file version 3 (w/depth)
Should be used when transferring user data from one system to a legacy product
(Lowrance LMS, LCX)
• User data file version 2 (no depth)
Can be used when transferring user data from one system to a legacy product (Lowrance
LMS, LCX)
• GPX (GPS Exchange, no depth)
This is the format most used on the web that shares among most GPS systems in the
world. Use this format if you are taking data to a competitor's unit.
• Northstar.dat (no Tracks)
Used to transfer data to a legacy Northstar device.
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Export all Waypoints, Routes and Tracks
Use the export option if you want to backup all Waypoints, Routes, Tracks and Trips on your
system.
Export region
The export region option allows you to select the area from where you want to export data.
1. Select Export region
2. Drag the boundary box to define the desired region
3. Select the export option from the menu

4. Select the appropriate file format
5. Select the serial port field to start the export
Purging Waypoints, Routes and Tracks

Deleted Waypoints, Routes and Tracks are stored in the display unit's memory until the data
is purged. This is necessary to allow user data to be synchronized across multiple units on an
Ethernet network. If you have numerous deleted, unpurged Waypoints, purging may
improve the performance of your system.
Ú Note: When user data is purged from the memory, it cannot be recovered.
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Index
A Indication on pages 50
Locking remote stations 57
Active panel 17 Modes 52
Adjusting panel size 19 Non-Follow up mode 52
AIS 98 Standby (STBY) mode 52
Calling a vessel 99 Switching to manual steering 50
DSC 99 Tacking in AUTO mode 52
Icon filters 101 Tacking in WIND mode 55
Icon orientation 102 Turn pattern steering 55
Information on radar panels 99 Waypoint arrival circle 54
Searching for AIS items 98 WIND mode 54
Target symbols 98 Autorouting, see Dock-to-dock
Viewing information about targets 98, Autorouting 38
99 Autorouting
AIS SART 99 Dock-to-dock 38
Alarm message 100
Alarm system 118 B
Alarm
Critical Zone 92 Backing up your system data 126
Alarms Bottom lock 80
Acknowledging 118 Bridge Control 22
Alarm settings dialog 118 Adding displays 22
Multiple alarms 118 Bridge presets 24
Single alarm 118 Configuring the preset pages 23
Type of messages 118 Page configurations 22
App C
GoFree Link 95
Application pages 11 C-MAP chart options 30
Arrival alarm 45 Card
Arrival radius 44 Copying files to 120
Audio 104 Charts 25
Control buttons 106 3D charts 28
Detaching Sirius 107 C-MAP chart options 29
Enable 104 Chart compass 61
Favorite channels 108 Chart data 25
Master volume control 107 Chart panel 25
Operating 107 Chart scale 26
Selecting tuner region 107 Course up 26
Setting up the system 107 Creating routes 28
Sirius radio 108 Dual charts 25
Speaker zones 107 Embedded cartography 25
Speakers 107 Find chart objects 28
Audio Heading up 26
Panel 106 Insight chart options 29
Audio tools 107 Look ahead 26
Autopilot 50 Measuring distance 27
Activating 50 Navionics chart options 32
AP24/28 systems 57 North up 26
AUTO mode 52 Orientation 26
Autopilot panel 51 Overlay 29
Autopilot pop-up 50 Panning 26
Autopilot tile in Instrument bar 51 Positioning the vessel on the chart
Chart compass 61 panel 26
Depth contour tracking 56 Radar overlay source 64
Dodging 53 Selecting chart type 26
EVC system 57 Settings 35
Follow-up steering 52 Using the cursor 27
Gybing 55 Vessel symbol 26
Indication in Status bar 50 Zooming 26
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Charts Zooming 74
Symbol 26 Echosounder
Connect Split Zoom 80
Smartphone and tablet 95 Export region 127
Wireless hotspot 95 Extension lines 102
Controller and viewer app
GoFree Link 95 F
Converting tracks to routes 39 Favorite pages 12
Coordinate system 45 Adding new 20
Copying files to a card 120 Edit 21
Critical Depth 92 Favorites 18
Critical Forward Range 92 Files to a card, copying 120
Critical Zone alarm 92 Files, management 120
Cursor assist 27, 65, 75, 84 Files
Customize the long press feature 19 Viewing 120
Customizing your system 19 Find items tool 121
CZone 13 First time startup
D Setup wizard 15
FLIR camera
Dangerous vessels 102 Controlling 115
Dashboards 103 Digital zoom 116
Datum 45 Establishing connection 115
DCT 56 Home position 116
Demo mode 122 Integration 13
Depth line 80 Optical zoom 116
Depth offset 93 Panning and tilting 116
Dialog boxes 17 Source options 116
Disconnect Zooming 116
Wireless hotspot 95 ForwardScan 90
Display illumination 15 Critical Depth 92
Dock-to-dock Autorouting Critical Forward Range 92
Entire route 38, 39 Critical Zone alarm 92
Example 39 Heading extension 91
Selection 38, 39 Image 90
Dual Radar 63 Installation 82
Dual range, Radar 65 Setup 92
Transducer angle 93
E Frequency 76
Easy Routing 38 Fuel economy gauge 22
Example 39 FUSION-Link 13, 104
EBL/VRM markers 70 G
Echosounder 74
A-Scope 80 Go to cursor 27, 65, 75, 84
Depth offset 93 GoFree
Fish ID 80 Shop 95
Image 74 Wireless connection 95
Pausing 77 GoFree
Ping speed 78 Link 95
Scroll speed 78 Smartphone connection 96
Split screen 80 Tablet connection 95
Start recording echosounder data 78 Great circle 44
Stop recording log data 79 GRIB weather 109
Structure options 77 Animated weather forecast 111
Using the cursor 75 Importing data 109
View history 76 Information window 111
View options 79 Overlay on chart panel 110
View recorded data 79
Zoom bar 74 H
Zoom bars 80 Home page background 19
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I Overlay downscan 81
Illumination 15 P
Improving system performance 127
Insight chart options 30 Pages
Instrument bar 21 Selecting a page 17
Activity bar 21 Selecting active panel 17
Appearance 21 Palettes 80, 85
Edit the content 21 Panels
Fuel economy gauge 22 Adjusting panel size 19
Turning on/off 21 Password protection 20
Instrument panels 103 PDF, viewing files 5
Integration of 3rd party devices 12 Phantom Loran 45
Internet usage 4 Settings 45
Pin code
L Password protection 20
Ping speed 78
Locking the touchscreen 16 PPI 69
Long press feature Preventive maintenance 124
Customize 19 Purging 127
M R
Magnetic variation 45 Radar 63
Man Overboard Alarm settings 71, 72
Cancel navigation to MOB 18 Course up 69
Creating a MOB 18 Dual 63
Delete a MOB waypoint 18 Dual range 65
Manual EBL/VRM markers 70
About 4 EBL/VRM
Version 4 Placing 70
Manuals, viewing 5 EBL/VRM
Measuring distance 27, 75, 84 Fast scan 69
Menus 17 Gain 67
MMSI number 101 Guard zone 71
Heading up 69
N
Interference 68
Navigate 42 MARPA
Arrival alarm 45 Target symbols 71
Arrival radius 44 Targets 71
Cancel navigating a route 44 Tracking targets 72
Datum 45 View target info 72
Methods 44 North up 69
Great circle 44 Offset 70
Rhumb lines 44 Operational modes 64
Nav panel 42 Orientation 69
Panels 42 Overlay 64
Position panel 42 Palette 69
Routes 43 Position radar center 69
To cursor position 43 PPI 69
With autopilot 44 Radar overlay source 64
Navigation settings 44 Radar panel 63
Navionics chart options 32 Rain clutter 68
NMEA Data logging 124 Range 64
NMEA Recording data 72
Exporting log file 125 Sea clutter 68
Noise rejection 77 Sea State 69
Sensitivity 71
O Settings 73
Source 64
Operation
Target boost 69
Touch 16

Target expansion 68 Speakers 107
Target trails 69 Speed and course indication 102
Threshold 68 Split pages 12
True motion 70 Pre-configured 12
Range 76 Split screen
Record echosounder data 86 Echosounder 80
Recording Split zoom
Start recording echosounder data 78 Echosounder 80
Start recording log data 78 StructureMap 79, 87
Rhumb lines 44 Activate 87
Routes 38 Image 87
Converting tracks to routes 39 Live source 87
Creating a new route on the chart Mapping cards 88
panel 38 Options 88
Creating a route from existing Saved files 88
waypoints 39 Sources 87
Dialog 41 Tips 88
Dock-to-dock Autorouting 38 StructureScan 83
Easy Routing 38 Advanced settings 86
Edit in chart panel 38 Auto range 85
Edit Route dialog 40 Contrast 85
Navigate 43 Convert data to StructureMap
format 88
S Custom range 85
Saving waypoints 28, 37, 65 Flipping the image 86
Screen capture 18 Frequencies 85
Scroll speed 78 Image 83
Sea State 69 Noise rejection 89
Setup wizard Pausing the image 85
First time startup 15 Preset range levels 85
Simulator 122 Range 85
Demo mode 122 Range lines 86
Source files 122 Recording data 88
Sirius radio 108 Using the cursor 84
Channels list 108 View down or side scan 85
Favorite list 108 View history 85
Locking channels 108 View options 83
Sirius weather Zooming 83
Animated weather graphics 114 System Controls dialog 15
Color codes 114 System Settings
Marine zones 113 Coordinate system 45
Overlay on chart panel 111 Datum 45
Precipitation 112 Magnetic variation 45
Sea Surface Temperature (SST) 112 T
Status panel 111
Tropical statements 114 Tablet connection
Wave indication 112 GoFree, wireless 95
Weather icons 113 Temperature graph 80
SiriusXM weather 111 Time plot panel 117
SL2 format 78 Missing data 117
SL3 format 78 Time plots 117
SLG format 78 Selecting data 117
SmartCraft VesselView 13 Tools 120
Smartphone connection 96 Tools
Software upgrade 125 Find items 121
Software version 5 Touch
Software Operation 16
How to update 126 Touchscreen
SonicHub 104 Locking 16
Speaker zones 107 Tracks
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Dialog 41
Tracks
Creating new 40
Transducer angle, ForwardScan 93
Trip management 46
TripIntel 46
Turn pattern steering
Autopilot 55
Turning the unit on and off 15
TVG 78, 86
Unit
Checking the connectors 124
Update software 126
Vessel alarms 100

Vessel settings 101
Video 115
Adjusting the image 115
Setting up the panel 115
Source 115
Standard 115
Video
Video panel 115
View Echosounder log 81
Viewing files 120
Wallpaper, customizing 19
Warranty 4
Waypoints, routes and tracks
Purging 127
Waypoints, routes, trails and trips
Export 127
Waypoints 37
Alarm settings 37
Dialog 41
Edit 37
Moving 37
Saving 28, 37, 65
Weather 109
Alarms 114
Showing weather details 109
WheelKey
Configure 19
Wind barbs 109
Wireless hotspot
Connect and disconnect 95
Wireless
Devices details 97
Smartphone connection 96
Tablet connection 95
XTE limit 45
xtf format 78

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NSS evo3
Installation Manual
ENGLISH
Preface
Disclaimer
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment in a manner that will not
cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely
responsible for observing safe boating practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other
information relating to the product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been
translated from, another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any
Translation of the Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will
be the official version of the Documentation.
This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS and its
subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications
without notice.
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Warranty
In case of any queries, refer to the brand website of your unit or system: www.simrad-
yachting.com.
Compliance statements
This equipment complies with:
• CE under 2014/53/EU Directive
• The requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio communications (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) standard 2008
• Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The relevant Declaration of conformity is available in the product's section at the following
website: www.simrad-yachting.com.
Industry Canada
IC RSS-GEN, Sec 7.1.3 Warning Statement- (Required for license exempt devices)
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux
deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur
de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Warning
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help
Internet usage
Some features in this product use an internet connection to perform data downloads and
uploads. Internet usage via a connected mobile/cell phone internet connection or a pay-per-
MB type internet connection may require large data usage. Your service provider may charge
you based on the amount of data you transfer. If you are unsure, contact your service
provider to confirm rates and restrictions.
Countries of intended use in the EU

AT - Austria
BE - Belgium
BG - Bulgaria
CY - Cyprus
CZ - Czech Republic
DK - Denmark
EE - Estonia
FI - Finland
FR - France
DE - Germany
GR - Greece
HU - Hungary
IS - Iceland
IE - Ireland
IT - Italy
LV - Latvia
LI - Liechtenstein
LT - Lithuania
LU - Luxembourg
MT - Malta
NL - Netherlands
NO - Norway
PL - Poland
PT - Portugal
RO - Romania
SK - Slovak Republic
SI - Slovenia
ES - Spain
SE - Sweden
CH - Switzerland
TR - Turkey
UK - United Kingdom
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Trademarks
Navico® is a registered trademark of Navico.
Simrad® is used by license from Kongsberg.
NMEA® and NMEA 2000® are registered trademarks of the National Marine Electronics
Association.
FLIR® is a registered trademark of FLIR.
Mercury® is a registered trademark of Mercury.
SmartCraft VesselView® is a registered trademark of Mercury.
Suzuki® is a registered trademark of Suzuki.
SimNet® is a registered trademark of Navico.
C-MAP® is a registered trademark of C-MAP.
SD™ and microSD™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of SD-3C, LLC in the United
States, other countries or both.
HDMI® and HDMI™, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks
or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
Navico product references

This manual refers to the following Navico products:
• Broadband Sounder™ (Broadband Sounder)
• DownScan Overlay™ (Overlay)
• GoFree™ (GoFree)
• Halo™ Pulse Compression Radar (Halo Radar)
• INSIGHT GENESIS® (Insight Genesis)
• StructureScan® (StructureScan)
About this manual

This manual is a reference guide for installing NSS evo3 units.
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
Ú Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should

proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/
personnel.
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Contents
8 Check the contents
9 Overview
9 Front controls
10 Rear connections
10 Card reader
11 Installation
11 Mounting location
12 Bracket mounting
12 Flush mounting
13 Bezel Fitment and Removal
13 Transducer mounting location
15 Wiring
15 Guidelines
15 Power connection
15 Power Control connection
17 Power Control master/slave bus
18 External alarm
18 Connect an external monitor
19 NMEA 2000 backbone
20 NMEA 0183 device connection
21 CZone connection to NMEA 2000
21 Transducer connection
22 Ethernet connector
23 Video in
24 Software Setup
24 First time startup
24 Configuring the WheelKey
24 Time and Date
24 Power Control
24 Data source selection
26 Device list
26 SimNet Groups
26 Diagnostics
27 Damping
27 Calibration
27 External Alarm Setup
27 Echosounder setup
30 StructureScan
30 Radar setup
33 Video In configuration
33 Autopilot setup
33 Fuel setup
35 CZone setup
36 Wireless setup
39 NMEA 0183 setup
41 NMEA 2000 setup
41 Ethernet setup
43 Mercury®
43 Suzuki Marine®
43 Software updates and data backup
45 Accessories
45 NSS evo3 accessories
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46 Supported data
46 NMEA 2000 compliant PGN List
48 NMEA 0183 supported sentences
49 Technical specifications
49 Technical specifications
51 Dimensional drawings
51 7" Unit dimensions
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2 Sun cover
3 Bezel trim
4 Power cable
5 Self tapping pozi screws, 4Gx1/2” (x4 for 7", x8 for 9"/12", & x12 for 16" units)
6 Dust caps, different sizes for NMEA 2000 (x1), Ethernet (x1 for 7"/9", x2 for 12"/16")
and Sonar (x2) connectors
7 Dust cap for HDMI connector (12" and 16" only)
8 Dust cap for Video/NMEA 0183 connector
9 Dust cap for USB (16" only)
10 Document pack
11 Foam gasket (self adhesive)
12 U-bracket
13 Bracket knobs
14 Self tapping pozi screws for bracket, 14G x 1”
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Overview
The unit has a built-in CHIRP/Broadband, StructureScan and ForwardScan Echosounder.
The unit can network over NMEA 2000, and Ethernet allows access to data as well as control
of numerous optional devices that can provide Echosounder, radar, audio entertainment,
weather and digital switching.
The unit has a built-in high speed GPS receiver (10Hz) and supports Insight charts from
Navico including Insight Genesis. The system also supports charts from Navionics and C-MAP
as well as content created by a variety of third party mapping providers in the AT5 format.
For a full selection of available charts, visit www.gofreemarine.com, www.c-map.com or
www.navionics.com.
The unit may be mounted to the vessel with the supplied mounting bracket, or panel
mounted.
The unit can operate on 12 V or 24 V systems.
Front controls
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1 12 13
1 Touch screen
2 Pages/Home - press to open the Home page for page selection and setup
options
3 WheelKey - user configurable key, refer to "Configuring the WheelKey" on page 24.
Default without an autopilot connected to the system:
• Short press: toggles between panels on split screen
• Long press: maximizes active panel on split screen
Default with an autopilot connected to the system:
• Short press: opens the autopilot controller and puts the autopilot in standby
mode
• Long press: toggles between panels on split screen
4 Menu key - press to display the active panel's menu

5 Rotary knob - turn to zoom or scroll the menu, press to select an option
6 Enter key - press to select an option or to save settings
7 Exit key - press to exit a dialog, return to previous menu level, and clear the cursor
from the panel
8 MOB - press simultaneously the Enter and Exit keys to create a MOB at the
vessel's position
9 Arrow keys - press to activate the cursor or to move the cursor
Menu operation: press to navigate through menu items and to adjust a value
10 Mark key - press to place waypoint at vessel position or at cursor position when
cursor is active
11 Power key - press and hold to turn the unit ON/OFF
Press once to display the System Controls dialog, additional presses to toggle
through three default dimming levels
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12 Card reader door
13 Dual card reader slots
Rear connections
All units
7" and 9" units 12" units

NMEA2000 VIDEO ETHERNET POWER SONAR 1 SONAR 2 ETHERNET ETHERNET HDMI VIDEO NMEA2000 POWER SONAR 1 SONAR 2
4 3 1 2 5 6
1 1 7 3 4 2 5 6
16" units
USB ETHERNET ETHERNET HDMI VIDEO NMEA2000 POWER SONAR 1 SONAR 2
8 11 7 34 2 5 6
1 Ethernet - connection to high bandwidth network modules

2 Power - 12 V or 24 V DC supply input
3 Video - input for video sources such as cameras, and NMEA 0183 port
4 NMEA 2000 - dynamic data
5 Sonar 1 - single channel CHIRP, 50/200 kHz conventional or HDI transducer
6 Sonar 2 - singel channel CHIRP, 50/200 kHz conventional, TotalScan, StructureScan
or ForwardScan transducer
7 HDMI - video output for external monitor
8 USB - mouse, keyboard or mass storage
Card reader
Used for inserting a microSD memory card. The memory card can be used for detailed chart
data, software updates, transfer of user data, and system backup.
Ú Note: Do not download, transfer or copy files to a chart card. Doing so can damage chart
information on the chart card.
The card reader door should always be securely shut immediately after inserting or removing
a card, in order to prevent possible water ingress.
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Installation
Mounting location
Choose the mounting locations carefully before you drill or cut.
For overall width and height requirements, refer to "Dimensional drawings" on page 51.
Do not mount any part where it can be used as a hand hold, where it might be submerged,
or where it will interfere with the operation, launching, or retrieving of the boat.
The unit should be mounted so that the operator can easily use the controls and clearly see
the screen.
The unit has a high-contrast screen and is viewable in direct sunlight, but for best results
install the unit out of direct sunlight. The chosen location should have minimal glare from
windows or bright objects.
Consider the optimum viewing angle when determining installation, refer to "Viewing angle" on
page 12.
The mounting location may affect the internal GPS receiver. Test the unit in its intended
location to ensure satisfactory reception. An external GPS source can be added to overcome
poor reception areas.
Check that it is possible to route cables to the intended mounting location.
Leave sufficient clearance to connect all relevant cables.
Before cutting a hole in a panel, make sure that there are no hidden electrical wires or other
parts behind the panel.
Ensure that any holes cut are in a safe position and will not weaken the boat’s structure. If in
doubt, consult a qualified boat builder, or marine electronics installer.
Ú Note: Where flush mounted, the enclosure should be dry and well ventilated. In small
enclosures, it may be required to fit forced cooling.
Warning: Inadequate ventilation and subsequent overheating of the unit

may cause unreliable operation and reduced service life. Exposing the unit
to conditions that exceeds the specifications could invalidate your warranty.
– refer to "Technical specifications" on page 49.
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Viewing angle
The viewing angle influences the viewability of the monitor. The recommended viewing
angles relative to perpendicular are shown in the illustrations below.
A B
B B
80°
80° 80°
A 80° A A
A Optimum viewing angle

B Poor viewing angle or obstructed view
Bracket mounting
U-bracket mounting
1. Place the bracket in the desired mounting location. Ensure that the chosen location has
enough height to accommodate the unit fitted in the bracket, and allows tilting of the
unit. Also adequate space is required on both sides to allow tightening and loosening of
the knobs.
2. Mark the screw locations using the bracket as a template, and drill pilot holes. Use
fasteners suited to the mounting surface material. If the material is too thin for self-
tappers, reinforce it, or mount the bracket with machine screws and large washers. Use
only 304 or 316 stainless steel fasteners.
3. Screw down the bracket.
4. Mount the unit to the bracket using the knobs. Hand tighten only. The ratchet teeth in the
bracket and unit ensure a positive grip and prevent the unit from changing from the
desired angle.
Flush mounting
Use the separate Mouting template to flush mount the unit.
Ú Note: Remember to attach the foam gasket (self adhesive ) to rear of unit before flush
mounting.
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Bezel Fitment and Removal
When fitting bezels, ensure hook tabs on back of each bezel recess in to opposing slots on
screen frame. Once flush with front surface of screen, slide top bezel to the left, and bottom
bezel to the right to lock in to place.
The bezel trim have been designed to be very low profile, and therefore fully conceal the
locking tabs that keep them from being accidentally disengaged from the mounting flange.
To release the locking tab, gently lever the centre of the bezel trim away from the mounting
flange. To remove the cover, simultaneously slide it sideways; to the right for the top bezel,
and to the left for the bottom bezel.
Transducer mounting location

Transducer location selection and installation are two of the most critical steps in sonar
installation. To function properly the transducer must be in the water at all times, and in a
location that has a smooth flow of water when the boat is moving.
Research
Before starting the installation of the transducer, check the following:
• Find out if the boat builder has a recommended installation location
• Establish the direction of rotation of the propeller(s)
• With the boat traveling at cruising speed, watch the water flow behind the boat to find
the area with the smoothest flow (least bubbles)
Select a transducer location

The primary aim is to stay clear of propeller and hull generated turbulence, while mounting
the transducer as close to the center of the vessel as possible.
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1 Avoid mounting within 1 m (3.3’) to port (left) of propeller
2 Conventional clockwise propeller rotation
3 Avoid mounting within 7.5 cm (3“) to starboard of propeller
4 Best mounting location - undisturbed water flow
5 Planing strake - avoid mounting behind here
Ú Note: Reverse the distance guides (1 & 3) from propeller where engine is of
counterclockwise configuration.
Ú Note: Vessels with strakes or ribs on the hull can create large amounts of turbulence at
higher speeds. A good transducer location on these types of boats is between the ribs
closest to the engine.
Ú Note: If the transducer is not placed in a smooth flow of water, interference caused by
bubbles and turbulence may show onscreen in the form of random lines or dots. The
unit could also lose bottom signal when the boat is on plane.
Ú Note: Trim tabs vary in the amount of turbulence they create as they are adjusted, stay
clear of these.
Transducer installation
For transducer installation information, refer to separate installation instructions included
with the transducer.
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Wiring
Guidelines
Don't:
• make sharp bends in the cables
• run cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the connectors
• run the data cables adjacent to radar, transmitter, or large/high current carrying cables or
high frequency signal cables.
• run cables so they interfere with mechanical systems
• run cables over sharp edges or burrs
Do this:
• make drip and service loops
• use cable-tie on all cables to keep them secure
• solder/crimp and insulate all wiring connections if extending or shortening the cables.
Extending cables should be done with suitable crimp connectors or solder and heat
shrink. Keep joins as high as possible to minimize possibility of water immersion.
• leave room adjacent to connectors to ease plugging and unplugging of cables
Warning: Before starting the installation, be sure to turn electrical power

off. If power is left on or turned on during the installation, fire, electrical
shock, or other serious injury may occur. Be sure that the voltage of the
power supply is compatible with the unit.
Warning: The positive supply wire (red) should always be connected to

(+) DC with the supplied fuse or a circuit breaker (closest available to fuse
rating).
Power connection
The unit is designed to be powered by a 12 or 24 V DC system. It is protected against reverse
polarity, under voltage and over voltage (for a limited duration).
A fuse should be fitted to the positive supply; 3 A for the 7” and 9” units, and 5 A for the 12”
and 16” units.
1 4 4 1
2 3 3 2
Unit socket (male) Cable plug (female)
Key Purpose Color

1 DC negative Black
2 External alarm Blue
3 Power control Yellow
4 +12/24 V DC Red
Power Control connection

Ú Note: If the control unit is set to Power Slave, the unit cannot be powered down using
its own power key. Presseing and holding this key will set the unit to standby. Refer to
"Power Control" on page 24.
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The yellow Power Control wire in the power cable can either be an input that will turn on the
unit when power is applied, or an output that turns on other devices when the unit is
powered on. It can be configured at the installation stage to control the power state of
displays and compatible devices. When commissioning the system, the unit can be set to be
a Power Control Slave or Power Control Master.
Power Control configuration options of the unit are:
• Unit turns on when power key pressed: Yellow wire not connected.
• Unit turns on when power source is turned on: Common red and yellow wires.
• Unit turns on with power key, as well as other compatible devices such as Broadband
Radar: Yellow wires connected together (Power Control Bus). (Set one or more displays to
be a Power Control Master.)
Power Control unconnected

Device will turn on and off when the power button on the front of the unit is pressed. Leave
the yellow Power Control wire disconnected and tape or heat-shrink the end to prevent
shorting.
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1 Power cable connector to unit

2 Positive wire (red)
3 Ground wire (black)
4 Power control wire (yellow)
5 Alarm wire (blue)
Power Control to supply positive (auto on)

Device will turn on immediately when power is applied. Common the yellow wire with the
red wire after the fuse.
Ú Note: The unit cannot be powered down by power button, but can be put in to standby
mode. (The screen backlight turns off.)
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2 4
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5 Alarm wire (blue)
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Power Control to ignition
Device will turn on once ignition is turned on to start engines. Connect the yellow wire to the
accessories output of the engine key switch.
Ú Note: Engine start batteries and house batteries should have a common ground
connection.
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2
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5 Alarm wire (blue)
6 Ignition switch
Power Control master/slave bus

Turning on the ‘master’ device turns on connected ‘slave’ devices.
POWER POWER
A B
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A Power connection to unit on the left

B Power connection to unit on the right
1 Power cable connectors to units
2 Radar interface box
3 Audio entertainment device (e.g. SonicHub2)

7 DC power supply
If the unit on the left (A) is turned on using the power button and is set as the Power Control
Master, it will output voltage on the Power Control bus to power on the other unit on the
right (B), the Radar Interface, and the SonicHub.
If the unit on the right (B) is set to Power Control Slave, it cannot be powered down using its
own power button, but can be set to standby.
If the unit on the left (A) is set to Power Control Master and is off, the unit on the right (B) can
be turned on using its own power button, but does not turn on any other devices.
To turn on all network devices from either the unit on the left (A) or the unit on the right (B),
both devices can be configured as Power Control Masters.
Ú Note: If a unit has its power state controlled by another device (or ignition switch), it
cannot be totally powered down. It can however enter a standby state to save power.
External alarm
The external alarm can be a small piezo buzzer connected directly, or a horn siren connected
through a relay.
Alarms are configured globally in the system. That is, they can be configured on any one
networked multifunction device or instrument, and be seen, heard, and acknowledged from
all devices. Individual devices can also be configured to not sound their internal buzzer, but
still display the alarm information. For information about configuring alarms, refer to the
Alarms section in the Operator Manual.
For sirens that draw more than 1 Amp, use a relay.
B B
A A
C C
D
D + _
+ _
Buzzer Siren
A Negative power wire (black)

B Positive power wire (red)
C Power control wire (yellow)
D Alarm wire (blue)
Connect an external monitor

The 12" and 16" units incorporate HDMI technology and have a HDMI output which can be
connected to an external monitor to replicate the display at a remote location. The image is
shown on the external monitor at the units own native resolution, so the external monitor
should support the same resolution or be able to scale.
If a monitor of different resolution is connected, a dialog is displayed at power up which
allows you to Force HDMI output to the closest resolution it can output. This may not may
provide an optimal image on the monitor. The unit will need to restart to apply the change.
Ú Note: An HDMI cable with a water tight HDMI connector should be used to connect to
the unit in exposed installations.
Ú Note: While the HDMI standard does not state maximum cable length, signal may be
compromised on long runs. Only use Navico or other high quality HDMI certified cables.

3rd party cables should be tested before installation. On runs over 10m it may be
required to add an HDMI amplifier or use HDMI-CAT6 adaptors.
Ú Note: Some HDMI TV displays may apply over-scan, which will in effect crop the image
possibly causing loss of important content. Check the display manual for an option to
disable over-scan or adjust scaling
NMEA 2000 backbone

NMEA 2000 device connection
The NMEA 2000 data port allows the receiving and sharing of a multitude of data from
various sources.
1 1
5 5
2 4 4 2
3 3
Unit socket (male) Cable plug (female)
Key Purpose Color

1 Shield Drain
2 NET-S (+12 V DC) Red
3 NET-C (DC negative) Black
4 NET-H White
5 NET-L Blue
Essential network information

The standardized physical cables/connectors for NMEA 2000 are Micro-C and Mini-C, directly
derived from the automation industries DeviceNET - Micro-C being the more commonly
used size.
• While most Navico products use Micro-C cabling and connectors, some products still use
proprietary SimNet connectors, which are easily made compatible with adaptor cables.
• A network consists of a linear backbone from which drop-cables connect to NMEA 2000
compliant devices.
• A single drop cable has a maximum length of 6 m (20 ft). The total length of all drop
cables combined should not exceed 78 m (256 ft).
• A NMEA 2000 network, using Micro-C cabling, has a maximum cable length of 100 m (328
ft), between any two points.
• A NMEA 2000 network needs to have a terminator at each end of the backbone. A
terminator can be one of the following:
- A terminator blank plug.
- A wind transducer (where the mast cable is one end of the backbone).
Planning and installing a network backbone

The backbone needs to run between the locations of all products to be installed - typically in
a bow to stern layout - and be no further than 6 m from a device to be connected.
Choose from the following components to make up the backbone:

• Micro-C cables: 0.6 m (2 ft), 1.8 m (6 ft), 4.5 m (15 ft), and 7.6 m (25 ft) cables.
• T-connector or 4-way connector. Used to connect a drop cable to the backbone.
• Micro-C power cable. Connect to the backbone at a position that is central to the network
load using a T-connector or 4-way connector.
Power the network

The network requires its own 12 V DC power supply protected by a 5 amp fuse or breaker.
For vessels fitted with 24 V systems, use a DC-DC converter to supply 12 V.
Connect power at any location in the backbone for smaller systems.
For larger systems introduce power at a central point in the backbone to balance the voltage
drop of the network.
Ú Note: If joining to an existing NMEA 2000 network that already has its own power
supply, do not make another power connection elsewhere in the network, and ensure
the existing network is not powered by 24 V DC.
Ú Note: Do not connect the NMEA 2000 power cable to the same terminals as the engine
start batteries, autopilot computer, bow thruster or other high current devices.
The following drawing demonstrates a typical small network. The backbone is made up of
directly interconnected T-connectors.
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1
3
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12 V DC T T
4 5 4
1 NMEA 2000 device

2 Connector to unit
3 Drop-cable, should not exceed 6 m (20 ft)
4 Terminators
5 Backbone
6 Power cable
NMEA 0183 device connection

The unit has a NMEA 0183 serial port, providing both an input and an output. The port uses
the NMEA 0183 (serial balanced) standard, and can be configured in the software for different
baud rates up to 38,400 baud.
Ú Note: The connector for NMEA 0183 is labelled VIDEO on rear of unit, as the cable is dual
purpose and carries both composite video and NMEA 0183 (on seperate wires)

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+
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2
+
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RX_B 4
RX_A 5
TX_B 6
TX_A 7
1 Connector to unit
2 Camera input 1 - red cable
3 Camera input 2 - green cable
4 NMEA 0183 RX_B (orange)
5 NMEA 0183 RX_A (green)
6 NMEA 0183 TX_B (blue)
7 NMEA 0183 TX_A (yellow)
Talkers and Listeners

Do not connect multiple devices outputting data (Talkers) on to any serial input (RX) of the
unit. The RS422 protocol is not intended for this type of connection, and data will be
corrupted if more than one device transmits simultaneously. The output (TX) however may
drive multiple receivers (Listeners). The number of receivers is finite, and depends on the
receiving hardware. Typically three devices is possible.
CZone connection to NMEA 2000

When interfacing to CZone network it is recommended to use a BEP Network interface
bridge to join the two network backbones together.
The CZone / NMEA 2000 Network interface bridge isolates the power of the two networks,
but allows data to be freely shared between both sides.
The Interface Bridge can also be used for expansion of the NMEA 2000 network, when the
maximum node limit (node = any device connected to network) for the network has been
reached or the maximum cable length of 150 m will be exceeded. Once an Interface Bridge
has been fitted, a further 40 nodes and additional cable length can be added.
The Network Interface is available from your BEP dealer. For more information please refer to
the BEP web site www.bepmarine.com.
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Transducer connection
The unit has internal CHIRP, Broadband, StructureScan, TotalScan and ForwardScan sonar.
There are two 9-pin transducer connectors on the rear of the unit. Traditional 50/200 Khz,
CHIRP and HDI transducers can be connected to Sonar1 (Blue nut) or Sonar2 (black nut).
TotalScan, StructureScan and ForwardScan must be connected to Sonar2. For connector
location, refer to the embossed labeling on the back of the unit or the section "Rear connections"
on page 10.
Ú Note: The connector attached to the transducer cable is keyed, and can only be inserted
in one orientation. Once inserted, turn locking collar to secure.

Ú Note: A 7-pin transducer cable can be connected to a 9-pin port using a 7-pin to 9-pin
adaptor cable. However, if the transducer has a paddle wheel speed sensor, the water-
speed data will not be displayed on the unit.
Ú Note: For transducer installation information, refer to separate installation instructions
included with the transducer.
Ethernet connector
The unit is equipped with an Ethernet port, which allows connecting the unit to your
network using the 5 pin Ethernet connector.
Ú Note: The 7" and 9" units have one Ethernet port, where as the 12" and 16" have two.
Connection of network devices, such as radar, sonar, and other multifunction displays, can be
made directly to the Ethernet port, or via a network expansion device to the Ethernet port.
4 4
5 3 3 5
2 2
1 1
Unit socket (female) Cable plug (male)
Key Purpose Color

1 Transmit positive TX+ Blue/White
2 Transmit negative TX- Blue
3 Receive positive RX+ Orange/White
4 Receive negative RX- Orange
5 Shield Bare
Ethernet expansion device

Connection of network devices can be made via an Ethernet expansion device. Additional
expansion devices can be added to provide the required number of ports.
3
3
2
1 Ethernet connector to unit

2 Ethernet expansion device
3 Network devices

Video in
The unit can be connected to two composite video sources, and display video images on its
display.
The video input cable is fitted with female RCA plugs - the camera cables should be
terminated with male RCA cables to suit.
Ú Note: The video images will not be shared with another unit via the network. It is only
possible to view video on the unit connected to the video source.
Ú Note: Both NTSC and PAL formats are supported.
VIDEO
1
2 A
4
3
1 Cable connector to Video port on unit

2 Camera A input (red cable)
3 Camera B input (green cable)
4 NMEA 0183 cables

5
Software Setup
This unit requires some initial configuration before use, in order to get the most out of the
product. The following sections focus on settings that typically do not require change once
configured. User preference settings and operation are covered in the Operator Manual.
Pressing the Home key or selecting the Home button opens the Home page. Select the
Settings icon in the top left corner of the Home page to open the Settings dialog and access
items that require configuration. You can also press the Power key once to display the
Systems Controls dialog and select the Settings icon from there.
First time startup

When the unit is started for the first time, or after a factory default, the unit displays a setup
wizard. Respond to the setup wizard prompts to select some fundamental setup options.
You can perform further setup using the system settings option and later change settings
made with the setup wizard.
Configuring the WheelKey

You can define what happens with a short or long press of the WheelKey on the front of the
unit.
To configure the Wheel key, select Configure WheelKey on the System Setting dialog.
Select the Short press option or Long press option in the WHEELKEY CONFIGURATION
dialog and then an option from the list displayed.
Time and Date

Configure time settings to suit vessel location, along with time and date formats.
Power Control
Determines unit response to signal applied to the yellow wire of the power cable.
Set to ‘Slave’ if the yellow wire is connected to ignition or to a stand-alone switch that applies
12 V/24 V. Set to Master to make this device turn on other devices when powered up.
Ú Note: The System Controls panel does not display the Power Off option and you cannot
use the power key to power off the unit when the unit is configured as slave. To power
down the unit, the master device must be powered down, or system power removed.
Data source selection

Ú Note: If NMEA 0183 is used, complete the NMEA 0183 setup prior to doing source
selection. Refer to "NMEA 0183 setup" on page 39.
Data sources provide live data to the system.
The data may originate from modules internal to the unit (for example internal GPS or sonar),
or external modules connected to the NMEA 2000 or via NMEA 0183 if available on the unit.
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When a device is connected to more than one source providing the same data, the user can
choose the preferred source. Before commencing with source selection make sure all
external devices and the NMEA 2000 backbone are connected and are turned on.
Auto Select
The Auto Select option looks for all sources connected to the device. If more than one source
is available for each data type, selection is made from an internal priority list. This option is
suitable for the majority of installations.
Manual source selection

Manual selection is generally only required where there is more than one source for the same
data, and the automatically selected source is not the one desired.
Group source selection

Multifunction displays, autopilot controllers, and instruments have the ability to:
• Use data sources (for example position, wind direction, and so on) that all other products
on the network use, or alternatively use a data source independently from other units.
• Globally change all displays over to a different source from any display. (This only includes
products set to Group mode.)
Ú Note: In order to enable group selection, the display must be set to Simrad group.
Devices with the Group set to None can be set to use different sources to those of the rest of
the network devices.
Advanced source selection

This allows the most flexible and precise manual control over which devices provide data.
Some data sources, such as those for fuel level, or engine RPM, can only be changed from the
Advanced menu. Occasionally Auto Select may not assign the desired source, which may be
corrected using the Advanced Source Selection. An example of this is where twin
installations with NMEA 2000 compliant engines are not programmed with unique instance
numbers. This means that the auto select feature cannot determine which engine is fitted on
the port and which is fitted on the starboard side.
Ú Note: The Advanced option is visible in multiple places - the bottom of the Sources
list, and under each source category (for example, Compass). The latter shows a filtered
list that only relates to devices that output data relevant to the category.
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Device list
The Device list shows the devices that provide data. This may include a module inside the
unit, or any external NMEA 2000 device.
Selecting a device in this list will bring up additional details and actions:
All devices allow allocation of an instance number in the Configure option. Set unique
instance numbers on any identical devices on the network to allow for the unit to distinguish
between them. The Data option shows all data being output by the device.
Some devices will show additional option(s) specific to the device - the RC42 illustrated
above has a Calibration option, to allow easy setup of this device.
Ú Note: Setting the instance number on a 3rd party product is typically not possible.
SimNet Groups
The SimNet Group function is used to control parameter settings, either globally or in groups
of units. The function is used on larger vessels where several SimNet units are connected to
the network. By assigning several units to the same group, a parameter update on one unit
will have the same effect on the rest of the group members.
Display (backlighting), Units (metric or imperial units of measure), Damping (to dynamic
data), and Alarms can be grouped either in Simrad group, or groups 1 through to 6. If any
of the settings require discrete control, set it to none.
Diagnostics
The NMEA 2000 tab on the diagnostics page can provide information useful for identifying
an issue with the network.
Ú Note: The following information may not always indicate an issue that can be simply
resolved with minor adjustment to network layout or connected devices and their
activity on the network. However, Rx and Tx errors are most likely indicating issues with
the physical network, which may be resolved by correcting termination, reducing
backbone or drop lengths, or reducing the number of network nodes (devices).
Bus state
Simply indicates whether the bus is powered, but not necessarily connected to any data
sources. However, if bus shows as off, but power is present along with an increasing error
count, it is possible that termination or cable topology is incorrect.
Rx Overflows
The unit received too many messages for its buffer before the application could read them.
Rx Overruns
The unit contained too many messages for its buffer before the driver could read them.

Rx/Tx Errors
These two numbers increase when there are error messages, and decrease when messages
are received successfully. These (unlike the other values) are not a cumulative count. Under
normal operation these should be at 0. Values around 96 upwards indicate a heavily error
prone network. If these numbers go too high for a given device, it will automatically drop off
the bus.
Fast Packet Errors

Cumulative counter of any fast packet error. This could be a missed frame, or a frame out of
sequence etc. NMEA 2000 PGNs are made of up to 32 frames. The entire message will be
discarded when a frame is missed.
Ú Note: Rx and Tx Errors often indicate an issue with the physical network, which may be
resolved by correcting termination, reducing backbone or drop lengths, or reducing the
number of network nodes (devices).
Damping
If data appears erratic or too sensitive, damping may be applied to make the information
appear more stable. With damping set to off, the data is presented in raw form with no
damping applied.
Calibration
An offset (positive or negative) can be applied to correct inaccuracies in boat speed, sea
temp, air temp, barometric pressure, and depth sourced from NMEA 2000.
Ú Note: Any calibrations made here will ONLY be applied locally to this unit. Other devices
on the network will not have these offsets applied.
External Alarm Setup

The Siren Enabled option must be set in order for the unit to drive the buzzer when an
alarm condition arises. Its setting also determines the operation of the external alarm output.
Echosounder setup
Make general settings from the Echosounder Settings dialog. Define Echosounder sources in
the Installation dialog.
You can select which source is displayed in the Echosounder panel. You can also display two
different sources simultaneously, using a split panel configuration. All menu controls for each
panel are independent.
The source can be the internal Echosounder, another MFD on the Ethernet network, or a
Echosounder module.
Internal Echosounder
Select to make the internal Echosounder available for selection in the Echosounder menu.
For more information about panel source selection, refer to the Operator manual.
When set to off, this option disables the internal Echosounder in the unit. It will not be listed
as a Echosounder source for any unit on the network. Select this option on a unit which does
not have a transducer connected.
Network Echosounder
Enabling Network Echosounder allows the display to use other compatible Echosounder
sources on the Ethernet network as well as sharing it’s own Echosounder with other devices.
Structure depth offset

Setting for Structure transducers.

the boat in the water or from the transducer to the water surface.
To show the depth from the lowest point of the boat to the bottom, do the following. Before
setting the Structure offset, measure the distance from the structure transducer to the lowest
point of the boat in the water. If, for example, the distance is 0.3 m (1 ft), it will be input as
(minus) - 0.3 m (-1 ft).
To show the depth from the water surface to the bottom, do the following. Before setting
the Structure offset, measure the distance from the structure transducer to the water surface.
If, for example, the distance is 0.3 m (1 ft), it will be input as (plus) 0.3 m (1 ft).
A setting of 0 (zero) causes the depth displayed to be the distance from the transducer to the
bottom.
Overlay downscan
When a DownScan source is connected to your system, you can overlay DownScan images
on the regular Echosounder image.
When activated, the Echosounder menu expands to include basic DownScan options.
Echosounder installation
Use this dialog to setup and configure available Echosounder sources.
Source
Select this option to display a list of Echosounder sources available for setup. The settings
you make in the rest of the dialog pertain to the source selected. The sources setup in this
dialog are available for selecting to display in the image in the Echosounder panel.
Search depth
Noise may cause the echosounder to search for unrealistic depths. By setting the search
depth manually the system displays echoes received from objects within the set depth
range.
Depth offset
the boat (for example; bottom of the keel, rudder, or skeg) in the water or from the
transducer to the water surface.
Before setting the offset, measure the distance from the transducer to the lowest point of the
boat in the water or from the transducer to the water surface.

B
A Lowest point of vessel offset: Set the distance from the transducer to the lowest
point of the boat in the water - this should be set as a negative value. For example,
- 0.3 m (-1 ft).
B Depth below surface (waterline) offset: Set the distance from the transducer to the
surface - this should be set as a positive value. For example, +0.5 m (+1.77 ft).
For depth below transducer, set the offset to 0.
Echosounder software version

For external sounder modules, the software version is displayed in the header of the Echo
Installation dialogue. For upgrade software information, refer to "Software updates and data backup"
on page 43.
Water speed calibration

Water speed calibration is used to adjust the speed value from the paddle wheel to match
the actual boat speed through the water. Actual speed can be determined from GPS speed
over ground (SOG) or by timing the boat over a known distance. Water speed calibration
should be performed in calm conditions, with minimal wind and current movement.
Increase this value above 100 % if the paddle wheel is under reading, and decrease this value
if it is over reading. For example, if the average water speed reads 8.5 knots (9.8 MPH) and
SOG records 10 knots (11.5 MPH) the calibration value needs to be increased to 117 %. To
calculate the adjustment, divide the SOG by the paddlewheel speed, and multiply the
product by 100.
Calibration range: 50-200 %. Default is 100 %.
Water speed averaging

Averages water speed by measuring your speed at a selected interval of time. Water speed
intervals range from one to thirty seconds. For example if you select five seconds, your
displayed water speed will be based on averaging over 5 seconds of sampling.
Calibration range: 1-30 seconds. Default is 1 second.
Water temperature calibration

Temperature calibration is used to adjust the water temperature value from the sonar
transducer to match the data from another temperature sensor. It may be required to correct
for localized influences to the measured temperature.
Calibration range: -9.9° - +9.9°. Default is 0°.
Ú Note: Water temperature calibration only appears if the transducer is temperature
capable. Check transducer type selection if this option should be available.
Transducer type
Transducer type is used for selecting the transducer model connected to the sonar module.
The transducer selected will determine what frequencies the user can select during sonar
operation. In some transducers with built-in temperature sensors, the temperature reading

may be inaccurate or not available at all if the wrong transducer is selected. Transducer
temperature sensors are one of two impedances - 5k or 10k. Where both options are given
for the same model transducer, refer to paperwork supplied with transducer to determine
impedance.
ForwardScan installation
Available when the ForwardScan feature is turned on. For installation and setup information,
refer to the separate ForwardScan documentation.
StructureScan
This feature is automatically enabled when a TotalScan transducer is plugged in before the
unit has been powered on.
You should set the Structure depth offset for the structure transducer. This settings is in
the Echosounder Settings dialog.
Radar setup
Use the Radar Installation dialog to setup the radar.
Ú Note: The installation can vary depending on the radar. Follow the installation and setup
instructions supplied with the radar.
Radar source
In a system with more than one radar, the correct device to configure can be selected from
this menu.
Ú Note: Radars that support dual radar mode are represented twice in the source list, with
an A and B suffix.
Radar status
Scanner type
Identifies the model of scanner connected to the network.

Software version
Check to make sure you have the latest software. Check the latest software version available
at: www.simrad-yachting.com.
Serial Number
This number should be recorded for support and insurance purposes.
MARPA status
The MARPA status can identify if a heading sensor is on the network and that the radar is
receiving heading information essential for MARPA calculations.
Reset device ID
Should a radar be connected to the network that has been connected to a dual radar
network in the past, it might not be detected by the system because it might have an invalid
Device ID. With the radar connected and powered up, select the Reset Device ID button to
resolve this problem.
Ú Note: This procedure must be performed with only one radar on the network, and only
applies where a network combines an older MFD with other MFDs.
Adjust range offset

(Pulse Radar only)
The radar sweep should commence at your vessel (a radar range of zero). You may need to
adjust the radar range offset to achieve this. If this is set incorrectly, a large dark circle in the
center of the sweep might occur. You might notice straight objects such as straight sea walls
or piers having curves or an indentation. Objects close to your vessel may appear “pulled in”
or “pushed out".
Adjust the range offset as below when the vessel is about 45 to 90 m (50 to 100 yards) from a
straight-walled jetty or similar feature that produces a straight line echo on the display.
• Point the boat towards the jetty
• Adjust the gain setting until a reasonably good image of the jetty echo is displayed
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Adjust antenna height

Set the radar scanner height relative to the water surface. The Radar uses this value to
calculate the correct STC settings.
Adjust bearing alignment

This is to align the heading marker on the screen with the center line of the vessel. This will
compensate for any slight misalignment of the scanner during installation. Any inaccuracy
will be evident when using MARPA or chart overlay.
Point the boat to be perpendicular to the very end of a breakwater or peninsula. Adjust the
bearing alignment setting, so that the heading marker and land mass intersect.
Sidelobe suppression
Occasionally false target returns can occur adjacent to strong target returns such as large
ships or container ports. This occurs because not all of the transmitted radar energy can be

focused into a single beam by the radar antenna, a small amount energy is transmitted in
other directions. This energy is referred to as sidelobe energy and occurs in all radar systems.
The returns caused by sidelobes tend to appear as arcs.
Ú Note: This control should only be adjusted by experienced radar users. Target loss in
harbor environments may occur if this control is not adjusted correctly.
When the radar is mounted where there are metallic objects near the radar, sidelobe energy
increases because the beam focus is degraded. The increased sidelobe returns can be
eliminated using the Sidelobe Suppression control.
By default, this control is set to Auto and normally should not need to be adjusted. However,
if there is significant metallic clutter around the radar, sidelobe suppression may need to be
increased. The control should be adjusted as follows:
1. Set Radar range to between 1/2 nm to 1 nm and Sidelobe Suppression to Auto
2. Take the vessel to a location where sidelobe returns are likely to be seen. Typically, this
would be near a large ship, container port, or metal bridge.
3. Traverse the area until the strongest sidelobe returns are seen.
4. Change Auto sidelobe suppression to OFF then select and adjust the sidelobe
suppression control until the sidelobe returns are just eliminated. You may need to
monitor 5-10 radar sweeps to be sure they have been eliminated.
5. Traverse the area again and readjust if sidelobes returns still occur.
6. Exit the dialog.
Radar sector blanking (Halo radar only)

Radar installed in close proximity to a mast or structure could cause unwanted reflections or
interference to appear on the radar image. Use the sector blanking feature to stop the radar
from transmitting on up to four sectors in the image. The blanking occurs on the main radar
PPI and on the radar overlay on a chart.
Ú Note: Sectors are setup relative to the heading line of the radar. The bearing of the
sector is measured from the center line of the sector.
Ú Note: Sector blanking should be applied very carefully to avoid reducing the radar’s
usefulness in identifying valid and potentially dangerous targets.
Main radar PPI Radar overlay on a chart
Adjust open array park angle (Halo Radar only)

The park angle is the final resting position of the antenna relative to the heading line of the
radar when the radar is set to standby. The antenna will stop rotating at the desired offset.
Halo light
Controls the levels of the Halo Radar pedestal blue accent lighting. There are four levels
possible for the lighting. The accent lighting can only be adjusted when the radar is in
standby mode.
Ú Note: The blue accent pedestal lighting might not be approved for use in your boating
location. Check your local boating regulations before turning the blue accent lights ON.

Adjust local interference reject
Interference from some onboard sources can interfere with the Broadband radar. One
symptom of this could be a large target on the screen that remains in the same relative
bearing even if the vessel changes direction.
Choose from Local interference rejection LOW, MED or HIGH. Default is LOW.
Restore radar to factory defaults

This option can be used to revert all user adjustments.
Video In configuration
Open the menu on the video panel to set up video.
Enable PAL or NTSC depending on the video output standard of the
selected camera.
You can optimize the video display by adjusting the video image
settings (brightness, saturation, etc.).
The settings are applied individually for each video source.
Mirror image may be applied where the camera is providing a rear
view, and the user wishes to see objects as they would appear in a
vehicle rear view mirror, i.e., on the same side as they actually are.
Autopilot setup
For setup and commissioning of autopilot computers, refer to the documentation included
with the autopilot computer.
Ú Note: The WheelKey can be used as a STBY key when configured for autopilot control. To
configure the WheelKey, refer to "Configuring the WheelKey" on page 24.
Fuel setup
The fuel utility monitors a vessel's fuel consumption. This information is totaled to indicate
trip and seasonal fuel usage, and is used to calculate fuel economy for display on instrument
pages and the data bar.
To use the utility, a Navico Fuel Flow sensor, or a NMEA 2000 engine adaptor cable/gateway
with Navico Fuel Data Storage device must be fitted to the vessel. Neither the Navico Fuel
Flow sensor, nor the Suzuki engine interface require the use of a separate Fuel Storage
device. Refer to the engine manufacturer or dealer for information on whether or not your
engine provides a data output, and what adaptor is available to connect to NMEA 2000.
Once the physical connection is made, ensure source selection is completed. Multiple engine
installations using Fuel Flow sensors, or Fuel Data Storage devices, require setup of related
engine location in the Device list. For general source selection information, refer to "Data source
selection" on page 24.
Vessel setup
The Vessel setup dialog must be used to select the number of engines, the number of tanks
and vessel’s total fuel capacity across all tanks.

Fuel remaining measurement
The Fuel remaining measurement can be determined from fuel used by engine(s), or fuel
level from tank sensors. Nominal fuel consumption is required to set the scale on the fuel
economy gauge. This value should be determined from experience, over time. Alternatively
the boat builder or designer may be able to give an approximate value to use.
Ú Note: Fuel remaining measurement taken from level sensors while underway can get
inaccurate readings due to vessel movement.
Ú Note: Nominal fuel consumption setting should be determined taking into account
typical vessel loads. That is, filled fuel and water tanks, stowed tender, supplies, etc.
Fuel flow configuration

After the number of engines is set, it is required to set which fuel flow sensor is connected to
which engine. Under Device list on the Network page, view the Device Configuration dialog
for each sensor, and set the Location to match the engine the device is connected to.
Unconfigure - defaults the device which clears all user settings.
Reset Fuel Flow - restores only the Fuel K-Value setting, if set in Calibrate. Only Navico
devices can be reset.
Calibrate
Calibration may be required to accurately match measured flow with actual fuel flow. Access
calibration from the Refuel dialog. Calibration is only possible on Navico’s Fuel Flow sensor.

1. Start with a full tank and run the engine as it would normally be operated.
2. After at least several liters (a few gallons) have been used, the tank should be fully refilled,
and the Set to full option selected.
3. Select the Calibrate option.
4. Set the actual amount used based on amount of fuel added to the tank.
5. Select OK to save settings. The Fuel K-Value should now show a new value.
Ú Note: To calibrate multiple engines repeat the steps above, one engine at a time.
Alternatively, run all engines simultaneously, and divide the Actual amount used by the
number of engines. This assumes reasonably even fuel consumption on all engines.
Ú Note: The Calibrate option is only available when Set to full is selected, and a Fuel
Flow is connected and set up as a source.
Ú Note: A maximum of 8 engines is supported using Fuel Flow sensors.
Fuel Level
With the use of a Navico Fluid Level device connected to a suitable tank level sensor, it is
possible to measure the amount of fuel remaining in any equipped tank. The number of
tanks must be set in Vessel Setup dialog, initiated from the Fuel setting options page, to
allow discrete tank assignment of the Fluid Level devices.
Select Device list on the Network page, and view the Device Configuration dialog for each
sensor, and set the Tank location, Fluid type, and Tank size.
For setting up the Instrument bar or a gauge on the Instrument page with Fluid Level device
data, refer to the Operator Manual.
Ú Note: A maximum of 5 tanks is supported using Fluid Level devices.
Ú Note: Tank data that is output by a compatible engine gateway can also be displayed,
however tank configuration for such a data source is not possible from this unit.
CZone setup
In order to communicate with the CZone modules connected to the network, the NSS evo3
must be assigned a unique CZone Display Dipswitch setting.
The functionality of the CZone system is determined by the CZone Config File (.zcf ), which is
stored on all CZone modules and the NSS evo3. The file is created using the CZone
Configuration Tool, a specialized PC application available from BEP Marine Ltd, and
associated CZone distributors.
The NSS evo3 system provides a means to load the Config file, as well as apply updates to
module firmware, removing the need to take a laptop computer aboard the vessel.
Enabling CZone functionality

If the CZone device(s) are not automatically detected, it is possible to manually enable
CZone.

Assigning the dipswitch setting
Every product capable of controlling and viewing CZone devices must be assigned a virtual
dipswitch setting. This setting is unique for each device. Typically it is set after the
configuration file already exists on the CZone system, but it may also be set in advance. To
do so, access the CZone menu on the Settings page.
When the configuration is already available on the network, it will immediately commence
uploading to the NSS evo3 once the dipswitch is set. Allow this to complete, without
interruption.
Setting CZone to display at startup

With this option selected, the CZone control page is shown first, every time the NSS evo3 is
powered up.
CZone backlight control

Enabling this causes the NSS evo3 to synchronize its backlight setting with that of any CZone
Display Interfaces set up to share backlight settings.
Ú Note: CZone Config also needs to have the NSS evo3 set as a controller.
Import and backup a configuration file

The files page may be used to import CZone configuration files, or export a copy to a
memory card in the card reader. Importing overwrites the existing file on the NSS evo3 and
all connected CZone devices.
For further information, see "Backing up and Importing user data" on page 44.
Wireless setup
The unit includes built-in wireless functionality that lets you:
• Use a wireless device to remotely view (smartphone and tablet) and control the system
(tablet only). Wireless devices use the GoFree app downloaded from their relevant
application store.
• Access the GoFree Shop.
• Upload your logs to create custom maps at Insight Genesis.
• Download software updates
• Connect to third party applications
Connecting a tablet
Install the GoFree App on the tablet before following this procedure.
page in the Wireless settings dialog and then select the Internal wireless. Next, select the
Mode option and then select Internal Access Point.
2. Select a device on the Wireless devices page to view its network key.
3. Navigate to the wireless network connection page on the tablet, and find the unit or
GoFree wireless xxxx network. If more than one is in range, review the Wireless devices
page on the unit to confirm which wireless device is connected to the unit.
4. Enter the Network Key in the tablet to connect to the network.

5. Open the GoFree application - the unit should be automatically detected. The name
displayed will be either the default, or that assigned in the Device Name setting. If the unit
does not appear, follow the on screen instructions to manually find the device.
6. Select the graphic icon of the unit. The unit displays a prompt similar to the following:
7. Select Yes for one-time connection, or Always if device is to be remembered for regular
connection. This setting can be changed later if required.
Ú Note: The internal wireless module only supports GoFree connection to itself. Other
units connected on the network are not visible.
Connecting a smartphone
Install the GoFree App on the smartphone before following this procedure.
page in the Wireless settings dialog and then select the unit's Internal Wireless. Next,
select the Mode option and then select Internal Access Point.
2. Select a device on the Wireless devices page to view its Network Key.
3. Navigate to the wireless network connection page on the smartphone, and find the unit
or GoFree wireless xxxx network. If more than one is in range, review the Wireless devices
page from the unit's Wireless settings dialog to confirm which wireless device is
connected to the unit.
4. Enter the Network Key in the smartphone to connect to the network.
5. Open the GoFree application on the smartphone, the unit should be automatically
detected. The name displayed will be either the default, or that assigned in the Device
Name setting. If the unit does not appear, follow the on screen instructions to manually
find the device.
The MFD's display is shown on the smartphone. To change the MFD's display on the
smartphone, use the MFD to change the display on the MFD. The display change on the
MFD is reflected on the smartphone.
Wireless settings
Provides configuration and setup options for the wireless functionality.
Remote controllers
When a wireless device is connected, it should appear in the Remote controllers list.
Selecting Always allow means the device can automatically connect without needing a
password each time. This menu also allows disconnection of devices that no longer require
access.

Wireless devices
This dialog shows the internal wireless and any connected WIFI-1 devices, as well as their IP
and channel number. Selecting the internal wireless or a WIFI-1 device provides additional
detail.
To view and change internal wireless detail values (Network Name (SSID), Network Key, or
Channel) the internal wireless must be in Access Point (Internal Wifi) mode. To select a
network (hotspot) to connect to, the internal wireless must be in Client Mode. Use the
Mode option to change modes.
Mode
Displays if the internal wireless is set to Access Point (Internal Wifi) mode or Client Mode.
Select it to change the wireless between Access Point mode and Client Mode.
If the internal wireless is set to Access Point (Internal Wifi) mode, smartphones and tablets
can access the unit to view and control (tablet only) it. Also when set to Access Point
(Internal Wifi) mode you can view and change the internal wireless details. Client Mode
allows the unit internet access via a wireless hotspot.
When veiwing this menu for a WIFI-1 set to Access Point mode, it’s also possible to switch
between Primary and Secondary access point modes so two WIFI-1 devices can exist on
the network at the same time.
Only one WIFI-1 may operate as Primary, which determines that the device is acting as
DHCP server. Only one DHCP server may exist on a network at a time.
To use two WIFI-1s as access points simultaneously the unit must initially be connected to
only one unit. Once this unit is set to secondary, a second module may be turned on/
connected, and will automatically default to primary.
Ú Note: In a network with only one WIFI-1 and one or more internal wireless modules, the
WIFI-1 should be left in Primary mode. The internal modules do not act as a DHCP
server.
Hardware
Provides firmware version info, and MAC address details.
Networks
Only visible if the internal wireless is in Client Mode when the device is selected. Shows a list
of all networks (hotspots) available for connection. Select the name of the desired network to
enter its network key and connect to it.
Network Name (SSID)

Displays the name of the internal wireless network.
Only visible if the internal wireless is set to Access Point (Internal Wifi) mode when the
device is selected. You can select it and change the internal wireless network to any name
you want for easy identification.
Network Key
Required by the smartphone or tablet to connect to the internal wireless network.
device is selected. You can select it and change it to increase network security. The key must
be at least 8 characters.
Channel
device is selected. Select it to change the Channel setting to overcome potential interference
to the internal wireless by another RF device transmitting in the same frequency band.
Restore defaults
Deletes all user made changes, and restores the wireless to factory settings.

Client settings
Opens the Wireless Client Settings dialogue, which shows networks previously connected to,
regardless of whether they are currently visible or not. Allows deletion of a network from the
list, and toggling of Automatic connection setting.
Advanced
Tools are available within the software to assist in fault-finding and setting up the wireless
network.
Iperf
Iperf is a commonly used network performance tool. It is provided for testing wireless
network performance around the vessel so weak spots or problem areas can be identified.
The application must be installed on and run from a tablet device.
The NSS evo3 must be running Iperf server before initiating the test from the tablet. On
exiting the page, Iperf automatically stops running.
DHCP Probe
The wireless module contains a DHCP server that allocates IP addresses for all the MFDs, and
Echosounder in a network. If integrating with other devices, such as a 3G modem or satellite
phone, other devices in the network may also be acting as DHCP servers. To make it easy to
find all DHCP servers on a network, dhcp_probe may be run from the NSS evo3. Only one
DHCP device may be operational on the same network at a time. If a second device is found,
turn off its DHCP feature if possible. Refer to the device’s own instructions for further
assistance.
Ú Note: Iperf and DHCP Probe are tools provided for diagnostic purposes by users familiar
with network terminology and configuration. Navico is not the original developer of
these tools, and cannot provide support related to their use.
Simultaneous Client and Access Point operation

If it is desirable to have the MFD accessible to a tablet while also having internet access for
GoFree store and Insight Genesis, it is necessary to use two wireless units - one must be in
Client mode, the other in Access Point mode. This can be a combination of internal wireless
and an external WIFI-1, or two external WIF-1 units. Two external WIFI-1 units will offer the
advantage of providing both features to all MFDs on the network (where applicable).visible
or not.
NMEA 0183 setup

The NMEA 0183 port must be set to suit the speed of connected devices, and can be
configured to output only the sentences required by listening devices.

Receive waypoint
Select this option to allow a device capable of creating and exporting waypoints via NMEA
0183 to transfer directly to this unit.
Baud rate
This should be set to correspond with devices connected to the NMEA 0183 input and
output. The input and output (Tx, Rx) use the same baud rate setting.
Ú Note: AIS transponders typically operate at NMEA 0183-HS (high speed), and will require
the baud rate to be set to 38,400.
Serial Output
Selection determines whether the data is output via Tx lines, and will enable editing of the
output sentences list.
Serial Output Sentences

This list allows control over which sentences need to be transmitted to other devices from
the NMEA 0183 port. Due to the limited bandwidth of NMEA 0183 it is desirable to only
enable the data that is required. The less sentences that are selected, the higher the output
rate of the enabled sentences.
Commonly used sentences are enabled by default.

NMEA 0183 over Ethernet
NMEA 0183 data stream is also output over ethernet, which is made available to tablet
devices and PCs, via the internal wireless. The ethernet dialogue provides IP and port data
typically required for configuring the application on the third party device.
Ú Note: Other MFDs cannot decode this information back to NMEA 0183, to use the data
as a source. To share data a physical NMEA 2000 or NMEA 0183 connection is still
required.
NMEA 2000 setup
Receive waypoint
Select this option to allow another device capable of creating and exporting waypoints via
NMEA 2000 to transfer directly to this unit.
Send waypoint
Select this option to allow this unit to send waypoints to another device via NMEA 2000.
Ethernet setup
No special setup is required for establishing an ethernet network, it is all plug-and-play. An
optional ethernet expansion device connected between the unit and another network

module (e.g. 4G radar) will automatically start working, and relay data between the two
devices.
Diagnostics
The UDB (User Data Base) tab on the diagnostics page, provides information on Ethernet
activity, as shown below.
The Reset Display List option can be used to refresh the list of connected displays and their
UDB version.
Databases
The upper table gives an account of the various automatically synchronised databases that
ensure units are all using the same user settings and data. Each unit stores the database
locally, so that all information is available if the device is run in standalone.
Databases can become unsynchronised when one or more displays in a multi display
network are not powered up while other displays are being operated. Creation of waypoints,
routes, tracks, and altering global settings all affect databases.
When the check-box Dirty is selected, the unit has identified that its database is older than
that of another device on the network. The check-box should clear within seconds of both
devices being powered up, and the databases synchronising. If it does not clear, it is
recommended that all devices are power cycled.
IP address
The lower table shows the IP address of the display being viewed (top of list), the Master
display (with This display next to it), and any other displays in a multiple display network.
The function of the Master is invisible to the end user - It manages database synchronization,
however this task automatically shifts to another display if the current master is shut down.
The IP address list only refreshes after all devices on the network have been powered down -
a single device that is shutdown on the network will not be removed from the table shown
on other devices. When powering up a system that has been completely shutdown, a
network connectivity issue can be identified if a display does not show any other IP
addresses than its own.
The UDB version is dependant on the software version installed on the display. It will never
change on its own, unlike the Version of the Databases on the upper table. It is preferable to
have all UDB versions the same. This can usually be achieved by loading the latest software
on to your display - refer to "Software upgrades" on page 43.
Module network light

The network LED on network expansion devices can be useful for determining if the network
is fundamentally operational. No light indicates no connection. A rapidly blinking green LED
means the network module is communicating with another device.

FLIR camera setup
The FLIR M-series cameras are plug and play when used in conjuction with the WIFI-1 acting
as a DHCP host. For setup on networks not utilizing a DHCP host, refer to the website
www.simrad-yachting.com, or contact technical support.
Mercury®
If the unit is on the same NMEA 2000 network as a Mercury VesselView® 4, 7, 403, 502, 702,
703, or Link, a host of Mercury® specific features are automatically unlocked on the unit.
When the features are enabled, the display may prompt the user for some basic
configuration information. Refer to the VesselView® manual or engine supplier for further
information.
Suzuki Marine®
If the unit is on the same NMEA 2000 network as a Suzuki C10 color gauge, a dedicated
Suzuki instrument panel is unlocked and automatically enabled. Data source selection is
done the same way as for any regular NMEA 2000 sources.
Software updates and data backup

From time to time we release software updates to our existing products. Updates are created
for a variety of reasons; to add or improve features, to add support for new external devices,
or to fix software bugs.
Updates can be found on the website: www.simrad-yachting.com
When the unit is connected to the internet, a pop-up can appear advising that a software
update is available and encourages you to download the update.
The unit may be used to apply software updates to itself, and to supported network devices,
with files read off a memory card inserted in the card reader.
Before initiating an update to the unit itself, be sure to back up any potentially valuable user
data.
Network analyzer and service assistant

The system has a built-in service assistant that creates a report of the devices installed on the
NMEA 2000 and Ethernet network such as the software versions, serial numbers, and
information from the settings file to assist in technical support enquiries.
To use the analyzer, open the About page of the System settings dialog and select Support.
Two options are displayed:
Create report
Analyzes your network and prompts you for information required for support and creates the
report with information automatically gathered from the network. You can add screenshots
and log files that will be attached to the report. There is a 20MB limit for the report
attachments. You can save the report to a memory card and email it to support or upload it
directly if you have an internet connection. If you call technical support first, you can enter an
incident number to assist with tracking.
Check system for updates
Analyzes your network and checks if updates are available for compatible devices.
Ú Note: Connect your unit to the internet to check for the latest available software
versions. The software versions will be up to date as of the last time you updated your
unit or connected to the internet.
Software upgrades
The update file must be loaded to the root directory of the memory card.
The update may be initiated at boot up: insert the memory card into the card reader before
turning the unit on, boot the unit, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Alternatively, in the Files menu, locate the update file on the memory card inserted in the
card reader and select Upgrade, followed by This Display. Accept the prompt to reboot

the unit, and wait a few moments as the unit restarts. Do not remove the memory card or
repower the unit until the process is completed (this typically takes no more than a couple of
minutes).
NMEA 2000 device upgrades

The update file must be loaded to the root directory of a memory card inserted in the card
reader.
1. Select the Files toolbar option and select the update file under Memory card.
2. Select the Upgrade option presented when the file is highlighted. A list should appear
displaying any compatible devices the update file applies to. In most cases this will be a
single device.
Ú Note: If no device is shown, check that the device to be updated has power, and run any
outstanding updates for the unit first.
3. Select the device and initiate the upgrade. Do not interrupt the upgrade process.
Backing up and Importing user data
There are two files that can be backed up that relate to user changes made to the system:
• Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks database.
• Settings database (includes preferences such as unit settings, custom pages, and CZone
configuration files).
Insert a memory card into the unit's card reader as a storage location for backup data.
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks database backup

You can export all Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks, or export only those contained within a
specific region.
If Export Region is selected, the chart page will be displayed, centered on vessel location.
Using the touch screen, adjust the red boundary box to outline the area to be exported. The
export option offers different file formats to save as:
• User data file version 5: Use with current units (NSO evo2/3, NSS evo2/3, NSS, NSO, NSE,
Zeus, Zeus Touch, HDS Gen2, HDS Gen2 Touch, HDS Gen3, HDS Carbon, GO XSE units,
Vulcan units, and ELITE Ti units). Offers most detail.
• User data file version 4: Use with current units (NSO evo2/3, NSS evo2/3, NSS, NSO, NSE,
Zeus, Zeus Touch, HDS Gen2, HDS Gen2 Touch, HDS Gen3, HDS Carbon, GO XSE units,
Vulcan units, and ELITE Ti units).
• User data file version 3 (with depth): Use with legacy GPS chartplotters.
• User data file version 2 (no depth): Use with legacy GPS chartplotters.
• GPX (GPS Exchange, no depth): Use with some other manufacturers’ GPS products, and
PC applications.
After you select the file type, select Export and destination memory card. The receiving
GPS/PC typically needs to be set to allow import of Waypoints.
Settings database export

Select Setting database to export the Settings database, or export CZone configuration
(CZone installation dependent). Choose the desired option and select the memory card
destination.
Importing a database
Later, if the unit has been restored to factory defaults or user data is accidentally deleted,
return to the files page, select the backed up file, and then Import. View file details for
creation date.

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Accessories
The most up-to-date accessories list is available at: www.simrad-yachting.com
NSS evo3 accessories
Part number Description

000-00129-001 NSS EVO3 & ZEUS3 - VIDEO/NMEA 0183 CABLE
000-13748-001 NSS EVO3 & ZEUS3 CHART CARD DOOR
000-13740-001 NSS7 EVO3 SUN COVER
000-13749-001 NSS7 EVO3 & ZEUS3 – 7 EDGE BEZELS
000-13753-001 NSS7 EVO3 & ZEUS3 - 7 DASH MOUNT KIT
000-13757-001 NSS7 EVO3 & ZEUS3 - 7 MOUNTING BRACKET
000-13758-001 NSS9 EVO3 & ZEUS3 - 9 MOUNTING BRACKET
000-13759-001 NSS12 EVO3 & ZEUS3-12 MOUNTING BRACKET
000-13760-001 NSS16 EVO3 & ZEUS3-16 MOUNTING BRACKET
Accessories | NSS evo3 Installation Manual 45

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Supported data
NMEA 2000 compliant PGN List

NMEA 2000 PGN (receive)
59392 ISO Acknowledgement

59904 ISO Request
60928 ISO Address Claim
126208 ISO Command Group Function
126992 System Time
126996 Product Info
127237 Heading/Track Control
127245 Rudder
127250 Vessel Heading
127251 Rate of Turn
127257 Attitude
127258 Magnetic Variation
127488 Engine Parameters, Rapid Update
127489 Engine Parameters, Dynamic
127493 Transmission Parameters, Dynamic
127503 AC input status
127504 AC Output Status
127505 Fluid Level
127506 DC Detailed Status
127507 Charger Status
127508 Battery Status
127509 Inverter Status
128259 Speed, Water referenced
128267 Water Depth
128275 Distance Log
129025 Position, Rapid Update
129026 COG & SOG, Rapid Update
129029 GNSS Position Data
129033 Time & Date
129038 AIS Class A Position Report
129039 AIS Class B Position Report
129040 AIS Class B Extended Position Report
129041 AIS aids to Navigation
129283 Cross Track Error
129284 Navigation Data
129539 GNSS DOPs
129540 AIS Class B Extended Position Report
129794 AIS aids to Navigation
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129539 GNSS DOPs
129540 GNSS Sats in View
129794 AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data
129801 AIS Addressed Safety Related Message
129802 AIS Safety Related Broadcast Message
129808 DSC Call Information
129809 AIS Class B “CS” Static Data Report, Part A
129810 AIS Class B “CS” Static Data Report, Part B
130074 Route and WP Service - WP List - WP Name & Position
130306 Wind Data
130310 Environmental Parameters
130312 Temperature
130313 Humidity
130314 Actual Pressure
130576 Small Craft Status
130577 Direction Data
NMEA 2000 PGN (transmit)
126208 ISO Command Group Function

126992 System Time
126996 Product Info
127237 Heading/Track Control
127250 Vessel Heading
127258 Magnetic Variation
128259 Speed, Water referenced
128267 Water Depth
128275 Distance Log
129025 Position, Rapid Update
129026 COG & SOG, Rapid Update
129029 GNSS Position Data
129285 Route/Waypoint Data
129539 GNSS DOPs
129540 GNSS Sats in View
130074 Route and WP Service - WP List - WP Name & Position
130306 Wind Data
130312 Temperature
130577 Direction Data
Supported data | NSS evo3 Installation Manual 47

NMEA 0183 supported sentences
TX / RX - GPS
Receive GGA GLL GSA GSV VTG ZDA

Transmit GGA GLL GSA GSV VTG ZDA GLC
TX / RX - Navigation
Receive RMC
Transmit AAM APB BOD BWC BWR
Receive
Transmit RMC RMB XTE XDR
TX / RX - Sonar
Receive DBT DPT MTW VLW VHM

Transmit DBT DPT MTW VLW VHM
TX / RX - Compass
Receive HDG HDT HDM

Transmit HDG
TX / RX - Wind
Receive MWV MWD

Transmit MWV MWD
TX / RX - AIS / DSC
Receive DSC DSE VDM
Ú Note: AIS sentences are not bridged to or from NMEA 2000.
TX / RX - MARPA
Transmit TLL TTM
Ú Note: These are only output sentences.
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Technical specifications
Ú Note: The most up-to-date specifications list is available at: www.simrad-yachting.com
Technical specifications
Approvals
Compliance FCC, Industry Canada, Radio Equipment
Directive, ACMA, RSM
Display
Resolution
7" unit 1024 x 600
9" unit 1280 x 720
12" unit 1280 x 800
16" unit 1920 x 1080
Type High Visibility SolarMax HD® IPS optically
bonded TFT
Brightness 1200 nits
Touch screen Full touch screen (multi-touch)
Viewing angles in degrees (typical value @ 80° top/bottom, 80° left/right
contrast ratio = 10)
Electrical
Supply voltage 12/24 V DC (10 - 31.2 V DC min - max)
Power consumption - Max
7" unit 20 W +- 4 W
9" unit 23 W +- 4 W
12" unit 30 W +- 5 W
16" unit 45 W +- 5 W
Recommended fuse rating
7" unit 3 A
9" unit 3 A
12" unit 5 A
16" unit 5 A
Environmental
Operating temperature range -15°C to +55°C (5°F to 131°F)
Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (4°F to 140°F)
Waterproof rating IPX 6 and 7
Humidity IEC 60945 Damp heat 66°C (150°F) @ 95%
relative (48 hr)
Shock and vibration 100 000 cycles of 20 G
GPS 10Hz high speed update. WASS, MSAS,
EGNOS, GLONASS
Interface/Connectivity
Ethernet
7" unit 1 Port
9" unit 1 Port
12" unit 2 Ports
Technical specifications | NSS evo3 Installation Manual 49

16" unit 2 Ports
NMEA 2000 Micro-C (1)
NMEA 0183 1 input/output. 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400
baud - via optional adaptor cable
Video input 2 x Composite video RCA - via optional
adaptor cable
Data card slot 2x microSD
Wireless Internal 802.11b/g/n
Bluetooth Internal
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D) Refer to "Dimensional drawings" on page 51
Weight (display only)
7" unit 1.1 kg (2.42 lbs.)
9" unit 1.41 kg (3.11 lbs.)
12" unit 3.1 kg (6.83lbs.)
16" unit 4.65 kg (10.25lbs.)
Compass Safe Distance - Metric, imperial 50 cm
Mounting type Bracket (Supplied) or panel mount
Autopilot
Manouveres / Turn patterns U-turn, Spiral-turn, C-turn, Zig-zag, Square-
turn, Lazy S-turn, Depth contour tracking
Steering modes Auto, Nav., No Drift, Follow up, Non-follow
up, Turn patterns, Standby, *Wind, *Wind
Nav. (*Boat type set to Sail)
Sonar
Sonar frequency 40-250kHz 455-800kHz
Sonar output power 1kW RMS
Warranty Period 3 Years
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Dimensional drawings
7" Unit dimensions
131.0 mm (5.15”)
263.0 mm (10.35”) 18.5 mm (0.73”)
239.0 mm (9.41”)
70.0 mm
(2.75”)
160.3 mm (6.30”)
149.9 mm (5.90”)
248.2 mm (9.77”) 65.3 mm (2.57”)
9" Unit dimensions
131.0 mm (5.15”)
310.9 mm (12.24”) 18.5 mm (0.73”)
287.0 mm (11.30”)
69.6 mm
(2.74”)
179.5 mm (7.07”)
166.3 mm (6.55”)
296.2 mm (11.66”) 66.6 mm (2.62”)
Dimensional drawings | NSS evo3 Installation Manual 51

12" Unit dimensions
170.3 mm (6.70”)
377.1 mm (14.85”) 18.5 mm (0.73”)
351.5 mm (13.84”) 78.1 mm
(3.07”)
240.6 mm (9.47”)
225.3 mm (8.87”) 349.0 mm (13.74”) 106.7 mm (4.20”)
16" Unit dimensions

170.3 mm (6.70”)
462.1 mm (18.19”) 18.5 mm (0.73 ”)
436.5 mm (17.19”) 79.6 mm
(3.13”)
263.9 mm (10.39”)
256.0 mm (10.08”)
434.0 mm (17.09”) 106.8 mm (4.21”)
52 Dimensional drawings | NSS evo3 Installation Manual

Index
A Depth offset 28
Setup 27
Advanced Source Selection 25 Engines
Alarm Setup 33
External Alarm Setup 27 Ethernet exapansion devices 22
Auto select Export
sources 25 Region 44
CZone config 44
B
Database backup 44
Back up Database export settings 44
CZone configuration file 36 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks 44
User data 44
F
Backlight control
CZone 36 First time startup
Boat Setup wizard 24
Setup 33 Flow configuration
Bracket mounting 12 Fuel flow sensor 34
Fuel
C
Calibrate 34
Calibrate Flow sensor configuration 34
Fuel 34 Level measure 35
Card reader 10 Setup 33
Channel Vessel setup 33
GoFree device 38
G
Configuration file
CZone, Import and backup 36 GoFree
Countries of intended use in the EU 4 Channel setting 38
CZone DHCP Probe 39
Backlight control 36 Iperf tool 39
Configuration 35 Remote controllers 37
Dipswitch 36 Smartphone connection 37
Display at startup 36 Tablet connection 36
Enabling 35 Wireless device setup (phone and
Export CZone config 44 tablet) 36
Import and backup a configuration Group
file 36 Source selection 25
NMEA 2000 connection 21
Setup 35 I
D Import
CZone configuration file 36
Damping 27 Database 44
Data backup 43 User data 44
Data source selection 24 Installation
Database Mounting 11
Backup 44 Transducer 14
Export settings 44 Viewing angle 12
Import 44 Internet usage 4
Date format 24 Iperf, wireless tool 39
Depth offset 28
Device list 26 M
DHCP
Probe, wireless tool 39 Manual
Diagnostics 26 About 5
Dipswitch Source selection 25
CZone devices settings 36 Mounting
Bracket 12
E Location 11
Echosounder
Index | NSS evo3 Installation Manual 53

N Setup 33
Video in 23
NMEA 2000 Viewing angle 12
CZone connection 21
devices upgrades 44 W
O Warning
User caution 3
Overlay downscan 28 Warranty 3
Water speed averaging 29
R
Water speed calibration 29
Radar Water temperature calibration 29
Setup 30 WheelKey
Remote controllers Configure 24
GoFree, wireless 37 Wireless
Device setup (phone and tablet) 36
S Devices details 38
DHCP Probe 39
Setup wizard
Fault finding tools 39
First time startup 24
Iperf tool 39
SimNet Groups 26
Remote controllers 37
Setup 36
Software
Setup 24
Tablet connection 36
Software
Updates 43
Upgrade 43
Source selection
Advanced 25
Auto 25
Group 25
Manual 25
StructureScan 30
Tablet connection
GoFree, wireless 36
Technical specifications 49
Time
Vessel location, format 24
Tools
Wireless fault finding 39
Transducer type 29
Transducer
Installation 14
Location 13
Mounting location 13
Prepare for installation 13
Upgrade
Software 43
Upgrade
MEA 2000 devices 44
User data
back up 44
Importing 44
Vessel
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frequency (at a much lower power than a pulse radar) between close targets on a similar bearing. Usually this Konig obviously did not want transmit waves at continuously increasing
and the Broadband Radar constantly listens for the can be around 80ft at short ranges and up to 500ft at to launch into a lengthy frequencies, the other to
change in that signal. This is more like you whispering longer ranges. Broadband Radar, using a continuously discourse over salad and simultaneously receive their
a tune continuously and listening at the same time for transmitted signal, is able to see targets as close as sandwiches. “In Layman’s echoes.
the echo. This is made possible by using two antennas, 6ft from the dome on the shortest scale and separate terms” he said, pausing for
effect “....it’s magic!” Now, Mr. Layman, you are
one which whispers and one that listens. targets 30ft apart in range on the scales used for
standing near the same
navigation. house, not hollering. You are
The change in the tone of the transmitted radar signal With help from Konig and
(or in our example the notes of the tune) determines This short-range performance is also enhanced with other folks at Navico, we’ll whispering, “do, re, me, fa, so,
now try to explain how la, ti, do; do, re, me, fa, so, la,
the time taken for the signal to reach the target the minimum range scales now going beyond the
Broadband Radar works ti, do,” etc. As you rotate and
and return. This time determines the range and the conventional 1/8th of a nm range down to just 200ft whisper, you listen for echoes,
and how it differs from
bearing. with three additional scales. With Broadband 4G™ with an ear for nuance. You
conventional Pulse Radar
Radar including an additional 36nm long range scale, don’t pause; you whisper and
Broadband Radar simultaneously receives as it
there are 18 range scales now available. Conventional or pulse listen simultaneously. You clock
transmits, unlike a pulse radar that pulses loudly the echo from each discreet
radar is generated by a
then has to switch the internal circuits from transmit note and use these streaming
magnetron, which has
to receive. This causes all pulse radars to have an been compared to a valve time-stamps to build a mental
unavoidable “main bang” which appears in the centre opening and closing to picture of a building with a tree
of the screen as a sunburst. This covers up any close release pulses of energy. in front of it, but not touching.
targets, reducing the effectiveness of the pulse radar
at short range. In layman’s terms: Imagine “You are able to match what
you are standing blindfolded you see on the screen to reality
near a house. You holler quicker that you ordinarily
“hello!” and then listen to hear the echo. Let’s could. It also eliminates sea
assume you are changing direction like a rotating clutter and rain clutter about five times better than
radome as you continue to call “hello!” and listen your traditional radar, and you don’t have to tune the
An example of Main The dual microwave again. You holler, pause, listen; holler, pause, listen. radar to get the signals to pop out from the noise”
Bang interference on stripline arrays inside of Konig said.
the antenna dome allow
Your sense of hearing is more finely tunes than most,
a 4kw radar screen
continuous transmission and the echoes tell you that there is an irregular
and reception, unlike object nearby in a particular direction at a specific Excerpts from “Radar Love” in Passage Maker
conventional radar that only distance. Magazine, courtesy of Peter Swanson
has one antenna used for
both.
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Advantages of Broadband Radar Instant On™ Range discrimination performance

Range discrimination is a measure of the radar’s ability
Broadband Radar provides instant radar transmission,
ideal for on a sail boat where you may not wish to to distinguish closely spaced targets on the same
have the radar running continuously. Compare this to bearing. FMCW technology provides unsurpassed
Introducing a revolutionary radar system unlike anything else on the waiting 90 to 180 seconds as you may have to do with performance for your maximum safety and precise
navigation. At 16nm and less Broadband 3G Radar
recreational boating market. Utilising solid-state technology, these conventional pulse radar. Broadband Radar gives you
and Broadband 4G Radar have from 1 to 5 times more
the radar picture the moment you need it.
breakthrough radar solutions provide superior target detection and range discrimination capability to see smaller targets
than conventional 2kW pulse radars. This greatly
separation, ease of operation, and a new level of navigational safety to a Automatic clarity improves your situational awareness.
wide range of boats. The Broadband 3G and 4G Radar operate mostly The below graph uniquely demonstrates
automatically, with user selectable auto modes. No range discrimination performance of Broadband 3G
need for special tuning of the radar at start up or to and 4G Radar Vs. pulse radar.
The exclusive technology and performance
characteristics of Broadband Radar make them an ideal
Low power consumption adjust the tune when changing range, all this is taken
care of with the auto modes. In Harbour or inshore Range Discrimination Performance
match for almost any vessel. Unparalleled resolution Using new solid state technology reduces the power
use the Auto Harbour mode, when offshore fishing,
and discrimination make it an ideal complement to consumption of the radar significantly over conven-
use the Auto Offshore mode. Broadband Radar takes Green = better than 2kW / 4kW Red = worse than 2kW/4kW
large radar systems on power and sailing yachts. User- tional radar. Perfect for use on recreational and Sail
care of all the fine-tuning automatically. In addition the
friendly operation makes it an ideal primary radar for boats where battery reserves are limited.
Broadband 4G Radar has Direction Clutter Rejection
small to medium-sized vessels. Its small size, minimal
that allows smaller targets to be seen in sea clutter like
power requirements and safer transmission energy
levels open up the advantages of sophisticated radar Extremely low emissions never before.
to all boats. Unlike any other radar, Broadband Radar is completely
huggable. In fact, the Broadband 4G™ Radar and Interference rejection
Broadband 3G™ Radar emit one-fifth the emissions of a
Crystal clear image common mobile phone. No other radars are this safe! Broadband Radar automatically tunes out interfer-
Broadband 3G Radar and Broadband 4G Radar transmit ence that may come from other radars operating in
The images displayed on the screen are incredibly clear
only 1/5th of one Watt, whereas pulse radar on a small the vicinity. Multiple levels of interference rejection
and easy to understand due to the use of amazing
boat emits a substantial 2000+ Watts. This enables the remove all noise depending on whether you are in a
FMCW (Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave)
radar to be mounted in many more positions than busy commercial harbour , shipping lanes or just out
technology. The signal sent from the radar is simply a
conventional radar, which is ideal for small power boats fishing with another boat. The special IR software will
range of frequencies; hence the term Broadband. This
where radar was previously not an option. remove other radar noise; yet still maintain a perfect
signal is radiated from the rotating part of the antenna
radar picture around the boat. Simple to use and the
in much the same way as normal radar.
Typical Pulse Rader safe distance table results are impressive.
The real difference is in the way the radar looks
out for the returned signal. Sending this signal out
Power Public Safe Distance See the radar target return chart on Page 17 demonstrating typical
continuously and listening with a very sensitive
Broadband Radar range performance.
receiver allows the radar to detect the change in 2kW 4.6ft (1.4m)
frequency. From this change it is possible to calculate
the range and bearing of the target. Broadband Radar 4kW 9.3ft (2.8m) All weather performance
has two antennas inside, one transmitting all the time In bad weather, when visibility is low, that is
and the other dedicated to receiving the radar signals. No need to worry about microwave radiation with the new Interference Rejection OFF when you will want to rely on your radar.
Broadband Radar.
This clear signal back is what provides such a crystal In a rain shower or snow the radar signal will penetrate
clear image on the radar display, making it very and show you the radar picture you expect to see. The
quick and easy to understand the radar picture. No Rain Clutter feature on the radar reduces noise on the
complicated tuning or learning curve makes it easy to picture associated with rain, yet still provides you with
operate and understand. a clean picture of the radar targets around you.
Interference Rejection ON
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Advantages of Broadband Radar™ See what you need to see, when you need to see it
Broadband 4G Radar clearly sees both inside and outside rows of poles
Only possible at this range
Close Range Performance as Broadband Radar has no
Enhance your situational awareness thanks to Broadband Radar with chart overlay. Radar Chart overlay is the main pulse suppression that a
perfect way to determine what are fixed targets and what could be moving targets such as ships. conventional radar suffers from.
Possible to see targets close
Even at night or in fog or mist, by using Broadband 3G™ Radar and Broadband 4G™ Radar it is possible to vastly together and yet they are clearly
improve safe navigation in restricted conditions at close range. shown as separate targets.
Broadband 3G Radar sees breakwater to port, with three mooring buoys close in
The Broadband Radar is able to
separate targets that are close
together much clearer than a
conventional radar, here we see the
three buoys clearly visible close to
the breakwater.
The image above shows a boat safely navigating The same vessel mooring field as seen by eye is
through a vessel mooring field at close range with incredibly crowded and challenging to navigate
Broadband 4G Radar through without the aid of radar
Left turn complete, moving along a row of boats

In narrow harbours it is possible
Exceptionally sharp target resolution is seen with to use Broadband Radar to find
Broadband 4G Radar in a busy Florida Harbour when your berth. Often harbours have
using split screen radar with overlay mode. confusing background lights that
can make a night harbour entrance
seem overwhelming. The radar at
this scale makes it all very clear.
“A lot safer…” Vacant berths in a marina are easily identified

At 200ft away from the boat on Channel markers are easily associated to visible surroundings At short ranges Broadband Radar
the port side are a series of very shows up the individual yachts in
small channel marker floats, these their berths, ideal at night when
are clearly visible, yet are made visibility may be compromised. In
of plastic and are probably only 6 this type of situation conventional
inches above the water. radar would only show a merged
target possibly obscured by the
The skipper of the boat who is used to main pulse.
this harbour says that at night being
able to see these markers will make
Images courtesy of James Turner
coming into this harbour a lot safer.
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Broadband 4G™ Radar, What’s New? Broadband 4G™ Radar, What’s New?
The Broadband 3G™ Radar followed in the footsteps of the award- Improved Range Performance with Noise Rejection Control
winning BR24™ Broadband Radar and has two times higher RF energy Broadband 4G Radar uses advanced levels of Digital Signal Processing to reduce the amount of noise picked up
transmitted at the antenna than the original BR24, resulting in a 30% by the radome’s surroundings. Users can choose the levels of Noise Rejection via an onscreen menu and decide
between LOW or HIGH rejection to customise their views*.
increase in range.
Noise Rejection Control increases the Broadband 4G Radar range by up to 50% and also increases target
The newest member of the Broadband Radar range, improves the Azimouth resolution, or effective antenna detection sensitivity.
the Broadband 4G Radar continues in this tradition horizontal beam width, up to double the resolution
offering all the benefits of the Broadband 3G Radar, as of any 18-inch dome radar. This is the equivalent of a
well as some spectacular extra features . three and a half foot open array radar!
The Broadband 4G Radar has an impressive 50% When paired with the Simrad NSE and NSO or B&G
improvement in range and target detection capability, Zeus series, the Broadband 4G Radar is capable of
with a new 36nm range and 18 range scales to high speed operation up to 48rpm. It also has a new
accomodate the increased performance. Dual Range feature which allows unprecendented
simultaneous working ranges, anywhere from 200ft up Little Barrier island clearly seen over 32nm away with Broadband 4G Radar
Broadband 4G is the first dome radar to employ
to 36nm - no other radar in the world can do this.
Beamsharpening. This technology enables a new
feature called Target Separation Control, which
Broadband 4G Radar clearly detects the Omaha Beach and Little Barrier island
New Zealand Coromandel Peninsula are seen at over 32nm away by
.>29nm away with the B&G Zeus Broadband 4G Radar
Target Separation Target Separation Target Separation Target Separation
Control OFF Control LOW Control MED Control HIGH
~5.2˚ ~4.4˚ ~3.5° ~2.6˚
Both Broadband 3G Radar and Broadband 4G Radar work with the

entire range of Simrad Yachting, Lowrance and B&G award-winning
multifunctional displays., these include the B&G Zeus, Simrad NSE, Simrad
NSO, Simrad NSS and Lowrance HDS series.
Broadband 4G Radar provides a 36nm Broadband 3G™ Radar sees some of

4kW pulse radar showing inferior usable display range as shown here the Coromandel Peninsula at 23nm.
target separation on the Lowrance HDS
*Displays without Noise Rejection Control automatically default to High, in this case Target Separation will also be High
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Broadband 4G™ Radar, What’s New? Broadband 4G™ Radar, what’s new?
Weather Detection Dual Range with Advanced MARPA, High Speed
Broadband 4G™ Radar benefits from increased weather detection of around 10% when compared to Broadband 3G™ With compatible displays including the Simrad NSE, Simrad NSO and B&G Zeus series, Broadband 4G Radar is
Radar. In on-water testing, Broadband Radar has detected strong rain cells in Florida, USA more than 17nm away. capable of simultaneous Dual Range operation from a single dome, allowing 10 MARPA targets on each side of
a split screen. This allows unprecedented independent working ranges from 200ft right up to 36 nautical miles
- no other recreational radar in the world can provide this scaling! Up to 48rpm high speed operation is
available for single range operation at less than 1nm.
A concentrated Summer Storm cell is seen Broadband 4G Radar shows three individual
over the coast rain cells inside the storm pictured on the
left > 17nm away
Ballpark Distances Typical maximum range of Typical maximum range of

Broadband 3G Radar in good Broadband 4G Radar in good
Rain Pattern
propagation conditions* propagation conditions* A Buoy is seen 86’ away, while using the long 36nm Broadband 4G Radar Dual Range mode tracks up to 10
simultaneously MARPA targets on each side of the screen with
Wide weather front with heavy rain 8-15nm 9-17nm independent controls, allowing 20 MARPA targets to
Dense rain cell 100mm/hr 7-13nm 8-15nm be tracked in total.
Heavy shower 25mm/hr 2.5-5.5nm 3-6nm

Improved Sidelobe Clutter Rejection
Light Rain 1.3-2.6nm 1.5-3nm
Broadband 4G Radar has improved sidelobe clutter rejection for large targets, such as tankers and tall buildings
*Distance data represents typical detection distance, not guaranteed
on the coastline. In addition, directional sea clutter processing improves the ability to see smaller targets in
heavy sea states.
When using Broadband 4G Radar, a powerful storm Broadband 4G Radar detects many separated cells
greater than 12nm away is displayed on a Lowrance inside a Florida rain storm overlaid on a chart greater Sea Clutter is set to OFF in a strong Sea State 3-4 to Automatic OFFSHORE mode totally eliminates sea
HDS with multiple gradient colours than 16nm away demonstrate sea clutter around the boat. clutter around boat while still seeing nearby targets.
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Broadband 4G™ Radar what’s new? Broadband 4G™ Radar what’s new?
Small Target Detection at 3nm Range The Broadband 4G Radar offers extraordinary all-round performance, including exception clutter rejection, which
dramatically increases situational awareness among novice and professional users alike.
The 3nm range is especially important in the transition one from short to longer range radar performance.
Broadband 4G™ Radar allows the clear detection of individual buoys, channel markers and coastline, while
avoiding the sidelobe projections and target stretching that is common with pulse radar.
New Zealand Shipping channel at 3nm with 4kW Radar New Zealand Shipping channel at 3nm with
Broadband 4G™ Radar
Broadband 4G Radar compared to

Broadband 3G Radar (right Image)
when looking at Kayakers (above)
New Zealand Shipping channel at 3nm with Broadband 4G Radar showing shipping channel details
Broadband 4G™ Radar and chart overlay. Notice the with 1.5nm and 3nm split screen
crisp targets and markers.
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When to Use Pulse Radar When to Use Pulse Radar

vs Broadband Radar vs Broadband Radar
Broadband 3G™ Radar and Broadband I can’t see my friend’s boat 6nm How far can I expect to see with General Recommendations
4G™ Radar are ideal for away. Why? Broadband Radar? for selecting Broadband or
t Close range operation in tight quarters with an t Always be careful with distance and line of sight- Ballpark Distances Target Radar Broadband Broadband
Pulse Radars
unmatched full screen radar scale of 200’ all radars need to be higher to see farther, and the Height Horizon 3G Range 4G Range*
t Broadband 3G Radar is the best value
Typical Maximum range in
farther you look, the bigger and taller the object choice for the vast majority of radar
t Tall Coastline detection past 30nm with Broadband good propagation conditions** (ft) (nm)
needs to be applications and addresses the need
4G Radar Marine Targets
for superior all weather navigation
t Weather detection greater than 15-17nm RADAR HORIZON TARGET
Large Power Station/ wind farm 300 21.3 18-25nm 25nm+ usage. Broadband 4G Radar is the best
t Precise navigation with high resolution target 18’’ dome radar available combining
Long coastline with 100m
detection for collision avoidance situations up to 3nm TYPICAL RADAR TARGET RANGES high cliffs
300 21.3 13-25nm 19-25nm+
the best resolution for navigation and for
t Monitoring of both close and far ranges with Target offshore operation from 20-30nm
Scanner High density urban coastline 150 15.1 8-15nm 11-19nm+
Broadband 4G Radar Height Object at sea Small boat Big Launch t Low emissions combined with the
level (2m high) (6m high) Forest-covered coastline gently
t Natural sea clutter rejection sloping to 250m
750 33.7 5-10nm 8-15nm fact that “all collision incidents occur
t Directional sea clutter rejection with Broadband
6 feet 3.1 miles 6.3 miles 8.4 miles with objects less than 10’ of the boat” -
4G Radar 9 feet 3.8 miles 7.0 miles 9.2miles Low lying suburban coastline 150 15.1 5-10nm 8-15nm where radar visibility is now possible
13 feet 4.4 miles 7.5 miles 9.8 miles Large container ship
with Broadband Radar, makes you and
t Easy installation with maximum RF emission safety 100 12.3 10-17nm 13-17nm+
(ship dependent) your family safer in every way
t Maximum safety and situational awareness
I can see coastline in the distance Low lying coastline ,50m t Pulse radars are for operators that
100 12.3 4-8nm 6-11nm
regularly go further than 20nm offshore
Pulse radar is ideal for but my radar cannot see it. Why? dense vegetation
and need to keep tabs on distant storm
small low lying island 50 8.7 2.5-5nm 4-7nm
t Detailed visibility of storms and rain cells farther t This is true of all radars in some conditions due cells and detect far away coastlines - in
than 16-20nm away to the slope of the land, height of the coastline, Medium sized power boat 13 4.4 1.3-2.6nm 2-3.5nm addition to seeing these objects
vegetation, humidity and distance. on their chartplotter map. For these
t Seeing hard to detect sloping beaches and shorelines Channel markers with
10 3.9 1.3-2.6nm 2-3.5nm
t Broadband Radar target detection ability decreases radar reflectors applications, HD digital open array radars
t Triggering RACONS are recommended
more rapidly than pulse radars as the radar range Small power or sail boat 13 4.4 0.7-2nm 1-3nm
t Cosmetic appearance of a turning open array scale is increased while adequately seeing important
larger targets far away. Broadband 3G Radar is good Small marker buoy 10 3.9 0.25-0.7nm 0.25-1nm
at seeing targets at distance, but Broadband 4G Radar Kayak 300-800ft 6 3.0 300-800ft 300-800ft
is 50% better, with a working range up to 32nm and a
Birds 160-500ft 100 12.3 160-500ft 160-500ft
useable display range of 36nm.
Sandbars 1 5.7 0.2-0.6nm 0.3-0.9nm
Ranges above with radome height of 13ft.

*Broadband 4G Radar - single range noise reduction = high
** Above data is typical target distances, not guaranteed
Can I improve maximum usable range by using Broadband 4G Radar easily displays a small
6kW HD Digital Open Array (Pulse) Radar on
manual controls? power plant more than 15 nm away on a
Lowrance HDS
72nm range with full colour storm cells t In some cases, yes, but introduces more noise in the image
and not recommended for non-experienced radar users.
Broadband 4G Radar sees solid coastlines and

three freighters in line approaching Auckland
on this map overlay
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Is my display compatible? Typical installation options

Broadband 3G Radar and Broadband 4G Radar are compatible with B&G Typical Installation (simplified diagram)
many different modern Lowrance, SImrad and B&G displays. To see if
yours is compatible, see below.
www.bandg.com
Simrad Broadband Radar Interface Zeus 12-inch Zeus 8-inch RC42

3G / 4G Radar Box Compass
Simrad Typical Installation (simplified diagram)

B&G Zeus: 8-inch / 12-inch
Simrad Broadband Radar Interface NSE8 NSO15 RC42

3G / 4G Radar Box Compass
Simrad NSS Sport: Simrad NSE Expert: Simrad NSO Offshore:

7-inch 8-inch 15-inch
8-inch 12-inch 17-inch
12-inch 19-inch Lowrance Typical Installation (simplified diagram)
www.lowrance.com
Note: Your display may require a software

upgrade to be Broadband 3G and 4G Radar HDS-10 Navico HDS-5 Radar Interface Lowrance Broadband
compatible. Available features may vary Expansion Port Box 3G / 4G Radar
according to unit
Lowrance HDS: 5-inch / 7-inch / 8-inch / 10-inch
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What are the press saying? “(Broadband 3G Radar) offers excellent close quarters
performance. Best On Test!”
“It’s (Broadband Radar) David Pugh, PBO Magazine
pretty close to a 10.” “If I want to buy a new radar,

I would choose this one”
“Being that inexperienced user,
Peter Swanson, Passagemaker Dieter Wanke, Skipper Magazine
I found it very
“Broadband solid-state radar is a quantum
“I would say the performance
of this new radar technology is
nothing short of remarkable”
very easy to use”
jump in recreational marine radar.” RIB Magazine
Peter Nash,
Boating Business Magazine
Chuck Husik, Southern Boating
“After several hours of “It’s going to revolutionise the

“It’s so simple that everyone can just
scoping target-rich Biscayne way people navigate basically” open it, switch it on and use it”
ars- Åke Redeén. Båtliv Magazine
Bay, my impression (of Dave Barham, Boat Fishing Monthly
the Broadband Radar) “Great screen “Compared to conventional

was a qualified “wow!” clarity, it’s really a
game changer!” radar, I found Broadband
“I’ve run out
Ben Ellison, Cruising World John Burnham, Yachtworld.com/Boats.com
Radar amazingly clear
of superlatives.
“There haven’t really been any structural
breakthroughs in radar in a long time. What
“The low power consumption makes it easier to
run on a small boat with a two battery system.”
for up close targets”
Just buy one”
* Simon Everett, Sports Boat & RIB Magazine
we saw today would enable people to use the “I like the fact that it’s instant on and that Toby Hodges, Yachting World Magazine
you don’t have a 90 second warm up period.
product, really effectively, in close quarters, Half the time when you want (conventional)
radar, by the time the 90 second period is over,
better than any radar product than I’m aware of.” “Broadband marine radar
what you wanted to see is already gone.” “It’s early days, yet, but I’m convinced
*
is a game changer in the that we’re in at the start of a
“This (Broadband Radar) gives people a reason “The detail that allows you to distinguish a
to choose one radar product over another!”
guy’s tender idling around a boat from your
boat 50-feet away … that was pretty nice!”
recreational marine market. “ revolution that could well mean the
Bruce Pelkey, Navigate-us
*
Chuck Husik, Southern Boating
end of radar as we know it.”
Lenny Rudow, Marlin Tim Bartlett Technical Editor, Motor Boating
“Broadband Radar is a major )''.

)''0
Broadband Radar™ was awarded the 2009 National Marine Manufacturers Association
(NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) Innovation Award
development in radar technology.” G@KKD8E

@EEFM8K@FE
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Broadband Radar wins Sail Magazine Freeman K. Pittman Award
Chris Labozza, Nor’East Magazine Broadband Radar wins Motorboating Magazine’s “Best of the year’ award 2011
Broadband Radar wins NMEA Technology Award & Innovation Award 2009
Broadband Radar wins EDN Innovation Award for the “Best Application of RF Design”
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Installation Guide
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Contents
4 Welcome
4 What is Broadband radar?
4 FMCW radar is different:
4 How does FMCW radar work?
5 Additional benefits of FMCW radar are:
6 Radar system overview
7 Installation
8 Considerations for direct roof mounting
11 Connect interconnection cable to the scanner
12 Connect the interconnection cable to radar interface box
14 Connect the Broadband radar to your display

14 Lowrance: HDS USA (no MARPA)
15 Lowrance: HDS outside USA or with MARPA / chart overlay
15 Simrad: NSS
16 B&G: Zeus
16 Simrad: NSO, NSE and NSS
17 RI10 Connections
17 Adding MARPA and / or Chart Overlay
18 Connect power
19 Setup and Configuration

19 Entering radar setup on your display
20 Adjust bearing alignment...
20 Adjust local interference reject...
20 Adjust antenna height...
20 Sidelobe suppression...
21 To start the radar:
21 RI10 heading source selection:
21 Dual Radar setup:
22 Dual Range setup (Broadband 4GTM Radar only):
23 Maintenance
24 Dimension Drawings
24 Scanner
25 Radar interface box
26 Specifications
26 Broadband 3G™ Radar
28 Navico Broadband radar part numbers
29 RF exposure compliance certificate
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Compliance
The Broadband 3G™ and 4G™ Radars comply with the following regulations:
• FCC Part 15.
• Industry Canada RSS-Gen.
• CE compliant with R&TTE directive.
For further compliance information please refer to our websites:
http://www.simrad-yachting.com/Products/Marine-Radars
http://www.lowrance.com/Products/Marine
http://www.bandg.com/Products
Industry Canada
IC: 4697A-3G4G
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
FCC Statement
FCC IDENTIFIER: RAY3G4G
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
 Note: This equipment has been tested and complies with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a normal installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
 Note: A shielded cable must be used when connecting a peripheral to the serial ports.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Radar Transmit Emissions

 Note: Broadband 3G™ and 4G™ Radar are the second generation marine recreational radar
from Navico that has Human Exposure Level RF Radiation of the Radar Transmitter outside
the Radome well below the general public safety emission level of 1 mW/cm2 . This means the
radar can be mounted safely in locations impossible with other pulse radars.
 Note: If a pulse radar and Broadband Radar are mounted on the same vessel, do not transmit
simultaneously as excessive interference is possible.
The Broadband Radar will not trigger X Band radar transponders, beacons, and
! SARTs due to the low output power and signal properties.
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Disclaimer
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducers in a manner
that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is
solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.
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subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications without
notice.
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Welcome
1 Congratulations on your purchase of the latest technology available in recreational marine

radar. The special features designed into this radar are:
•
•
“Revolutionary improvement in situational awareness” - provides unprecedented ability to
distinguish hazards and other objects
Radar is finally easy enough for casual users – identifies targets clearly with out complicated
tuning adjustments
• Navigation with unparalleled resolution and clarity at close ranges, where traditional radar
completely obscures targets
• “Start faster, go longer” - 100% solid state design – no powerful microwave transmitter
required! – provides InstantOn™ power up capability and low power consumption
• Eliminate the 2-3 minute warm-up time typical of traditional radars
• Conserve power with a standby drain less than one tenth of the best existing radars –
especially great for sailboats and smaller power boats
• No expensive magnetron replacement is ever required
• “Incredibly approachable” - practically imperceptible transmit emissions are extremely safe,
allowing you to mount it anywhere
• Less than 1/5th the transmitted emissions of a mobile phone, can be safely mounted in
proximity to passengers
• Compatible with a wide range of Navico multi-function displays and heading sensors
What is Broadband radar?

The Navico Broadband Radar uses FMCW (Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave) radar
technology.
FMCW radar is different:

Firstly it is solid state – i.e. the transmitter is a semiconductor device, not based on magnetron
technology. Secondly, it transmits a 1ms long signal of increasing frequency, rather than a short
duration pulse. Thirdly, it measures the distance to a target not by timing the returned echoes,
but by measuring the difference between the current transmitted frequency and echoed
frequency. Hence FMCW – Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave.
The building up of the image over 360 degrees and the processing of the radar data is the same
as for a magnetron radar.
How does FMCW radar work?

Frequency
9.41 GHz
9.4 GHz
1ms 5ms
Time
4| Welcome | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide

FMCW = Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave
The scanner transmits a ‘rising tone’ (Tx wave) with linearly increasing frequency. The wave
propagates out from the transmitter retaining the frequency it had when it was transmitted. If
it reflects off an object, it will return to the receiver, still at the frequency it had when originally
transmitted.
Meanwhile, the transmitter continues to output an increasing frequency.
The difference between both the currently transmitted and received frequencies, coupled with
the known rate of frequency increase, allows a time of flight to be calculated, from which dis-
tance is calculated.
Additional benefits of FMCW radar are:

Safety
• low energy emissions. 1/5th of a mobile phone
• safe operation in anchorages and marinas
• instant power up. No warm up required
Short range performance

• broadband radar can see within a few meters of the boat, compared to pulse radars,
which can not see closer than 30 meters
• higher resolution clearly separates individual vessels and objects
• Up to five times better sea and rain clutter performance
Low power
• suitable for small boats and yachts
• easier installation with lighter cabling and smaller connectors
• great for yachts on ocean passage
Instant power-up
• conventional radars take 2-3 minutes to warm up the magnetron: Safety – 2 minutes is a
long time if you are concerned about collision.
• convenience – switch it on and use it.
Easy to use
• no constant adjusting required to obtain optimum performance
• no re-tuning between ranges. Means fast range change at all ranges
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Radar system overview
2 The Broadband Radar is a state of the art navigation aid. It provides outstanding radar
performance without the limitations of conventional pulse radars such as: dangerous
high power microwaves, standby warm up time, 30 m blind spot (mainbang), high power
consumption and large open arrays - which is what would be required to obtain the same
image quality at shorter ranges.
The Broadband 3G™ radar has an effective range from 200 ft to 24 nm, whereas the Broadband
4G™ radar has an effective range from 200 ft to 36 nm (target dependent).
The operating power consumption for the 3G is 18 W, with a stand-by power consumption of
2 W. The 4G operates on 20W, and has a standby consumption of 2.9W.
The system consists of: radar scanner, an interface box (not included in Lowrance 3G USA
model) and an interconnection cable. The scanner is housed in a dome of similar size to most
2 kW radars on the market.
The RI10 interface box is used to connect displays, power and heading information if MARPA or
chart overlay are required (Heading sensor not included). The RI10 has a SimNet (Simrad NMEA
2000) connector for heading input. The RI10 is included in all 4G kits.
The RI11 interface box is used to connect to earlier NX series displays using a serial connection.
A Y-cable may be used to add heading input for MARPA via NMEA0183.
The 3G kit may be ordered with either interface box, however the Lowrance USA model (000-
10418-001) is not shipped with an RI10 or RI11 interface.
4
2
5
1. Broadband Radar
2. Radar interconnection cable
3. Option heading sensor required for MARPA and chart overlay (not included)
4. RI10 or RI11 Radar interface box (not included in the Lowrance 3G USA model)
5. Ethernet cable: shipped with 1.8 m (6 ft)
6. Display: Simrad NSO, NSE or NSS / B&G Zeus / Lowrance HDS
7. SimNet or NMEA2000 data network (not included)
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Installation
3  Note: Follow these instructions carefully. Don’t take any shortcuts!

•
•
The Broadband Radar is factory sealed. It is not necessary to remove the cover.
Removing the cover will void the factory warranty.
Tools Required
1. Drill
2. Torque wrench
3. Drill bit 9.5 mm (3/8”)
4. Screw driver
1 2 3 4
Choose the scanner location

The radar’s ability to detect targets greatly depends on the position of its scanner. The ideal
location for the scanner is high above the vessel’s keel line where there are no obstacles.
A higher installation position increases the radar ranging distance, but it also increases the
minimum range around the vessel where targets cannot be detected.
When you’re deciding on the location, consider the following:

The length of the interconnection cable supplied w your radar is usually sufficient. If you think
you’ll need a longer cable, consult your dealer before installation. Optional cable lengths are 10
m (33 ft), 20 m (65.5 ft) and 30 m (98 ft).
If you mount the scanner on a pedestal or base, ensure that rain and sea spray can drain away
rapidly, and the breather hole in the base can operate .
The scanner is usually installed parallel to the line of the keel.
DON’T DO THIS!
• DON’T install the scanner too high up (eg at the top of a mast), which may cause
degradation of the radar picture over short ranges
• DON’T install the scanner close to lamps or exhaust outlets. The heat emissions may
damage the dome. Soot and smoke will degrade the performance of the radar
• DON’T install the scanner close to the antennas of other equipment such as direction
finders, VHF antennas, GPS equipment, as it may cause or be subject to interference
• DON’T install the scanner where a large obstruction (such as an exhaust stack) is at the
same level as the beam, because the obstruction is likely to generate false echoes and/or
shadow zones
• DON’T install the scanner where it will be subjected to strong vibrations because these
vibrations could degrade the performance of the radar
• DON’T install the scanner such that boat electronics with switch mode power supplies
(such as fish-finders and chart plotters) are in the beam of the antenna
• DON’T install the scanner directly on to a large flat roof area. Use a pedestal to elevate the
scanner for radar beams to clear roof line (see “Considerations for direct roof mounting” on
page 8)
Dual Radar installation - Broadband Radar and Pulse Radar installation:
! For dual radar installations, ensure Broadband Radar is not installed in the beam of the pulse
radar at any time.
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Compass Broadband Radar TX
12.5
12.5
0.7 m (2.3 ft) Min

Pulse Radar
STBY
Minimum distance to install near the Do not install the Broadband Radar on the same
ships compass is 0.7 m (3.3 ft). beam plane as a conventional pulse radar. A pulse
radar must be set to STBY or OFF any time the
Broadband Radar is being operated.
If possible ensure that the location site Installations on power boats that have a steep
provides the scanner with a clear view planing angle, it is recommended to tilt the scan-
all round the vessel. ner angle down at the front. (Beam angle is 12.5°
either side of center).
Considerations for direct roof mounting

When deciding a suitable mounting location for the Broadband Radar, be aware that the verti-
cal radar beam extends to 25° either side of horizontal. With 50% of the power projecting in a
beam 12.5° off horizontal. If the radar beams cannot clear the roof line, this will decrease per-
formance of the radar. Depending on the size of the hard top of the vessel, it is recommended
not to mount directly on to the surface, instead elevate the scanner to allow the radar beams
to clear the roof line. Below are guide lines on heights above the hard top.
Possible performance loss
50%
25°
of be
am p
ower
12.5°
Broadband Radar
50% of beam power
12.5°
25°
X
Above illustrates an installation with the Broadband Radar mounted directly on to a large
hard top. This installation could suffer decreased performance as the radar energy is either
reflected or absorbed by the hard top.
 Note: Where the mounting surface is constructed of any form of metal you must elevate
the dome so that the beam has complete clearance, else performance will be severely
impaired.
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Better performance
Broadband Radar
Above illustrates that raising the Broadband scanner off the hard top allowing most of the
radar energy to clear the hard top.
Best performance
Broadband Radar
850 mm
Hard Top Width
For best performance, the radar should be positioned to allow the beams to clear the
superstructure of the boat.
Below is a guide to determine scanner height in relation to a vessels hard top overall width.
Optimum Performance
Direct
Elevation of scanner
0.85 m Mount
1.0 m 70 mm
1.2 m 115 mm
25°
1.4 m 163 mm
1.6 m 210 mm
1.8 m 255 mm
2.0 m 303 mm
2.2 m 350 mm
2.4 m 395 mm
2.6 m 443 mm
2.8 m 490 mm
3.0 m 535 mm
Hard top total width

Every Increase of 400 mm of hard top width over 1.0 m wide: Increase height by 140 mm.
Elevation of scanner
Better Performance
Direct
12.5°
1.4 m Mount
2.0 m 67 mm
2.4 m 112 mm
2.8 m 157 mm
3.2 m
202 mm
Hard top total width
Every increase of 400 mm of hard top width over 2.0 m wide: Increase height by 45 mm.
Mounting the scanner
Use the supplied mounting template and tape it securely to the chosen location.
Before drilling, check that:
• you have oriented the mounting template correctly so that the front of the scanner unit will
face the front of the vessel
• the thickness of chosen location is not more than 18 mm (0.7”) thick. If the location is thicker,
longer bolts than those supplied will be required
• the four bolts supplied are M8 x 30 mm. If you need to use longer bolts make sure they are
marine grade stainless steel and allow for minimum of 8 mm (0.3”) and maximum of 18 mm
(0.7”) of thread contact
1. Use a 9.5 mm (3/8”) drill bit to drill the four holes where shown on the mounting template
2. Remove the mounting template
3. Connect the scanner interconnection cable (see “Connect interconnection cable to the
scanner” on page 11 )
4. Route the connection cable through the cable retention channel
6. Position the scanner carefully over the bolt holes so that they are aligned
7. Place a lock washer and a plain washer onto each bolt, as shown
8. Insert bolt into drill hole and locate into scanners threaded mounting holes and tighten securely
 Note: The torque settings for the mounting bolts are 12 Nm – 18 Nm (8.9 lb ft – 13.3 lb ft)
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Connect interconnection cable to the scanner
The scanner interconnection cable connects the scanner to the RI10 interface box (or Lowrance
HDS via and ethernet adapter cable - 3G U.S only). The cable connects to the scanner using a
14 pin connector.
• Protect the connectors when pulling cable through the boat and avoid putting strain on
to the connectors
• The interconnection cable is 9 mm in diameter. A 14 mm hole will be required in order
for the RJ45 connector to pass through (Interface box end) or 24 mm for the scanner end
connector
• Run the interconnection cable between the scanner and the location of the radar inter-
face box
• Insert cable connector on to the male 14 pin plug on the scanner
• Take care to align the connector correctly to avoid bending the pins. Secure the locking
collar by rotating clockwise until it clicks
• Feed and secure the cable into the cable retention channel
Scanner Interconnection cable pin out
Pin-out Wire color RJ45

1 Black Tinned wire
2 Red Tinned wire
3 Yellow Tinned wire
4 Drain Tinned wire
5 N/A N/A
6 Blue RJ45 Pin 4
Cable connector 7 White / Blue RJ45 Pin 5
Scanner connector Diameter = 23 mm 8 White / Brown RJ45 Pin 7
9 Brown RJ45 Pin 8
10 White / Green RJ45 Pin 3
11 N/A N/A
12 White / Orange RJ45 Pin 1
13 Green RJ45 Pin 6
14 Orange RJ45 Pin 2

Connect the interconnection cable to radar interface box
To connect interconnection cable to Lowrance HDS (USA only) (see “Lowrance: HDS USA (no
MARPA)” on page 14)
A
D B
F E
G
C
Data
H Shield
Black
Yellow
Red
1. Slide (F), (E) and (D) over the RJ45 and data 2. Connect data wires to the green terminal
wires of the scanner interconnection cable (G) block (phoenix connector)
3. Connect RJ45 and phoenix connector to
the radar interface box
A
H
D E D
4. Secure (D) to the radar interface box using 5. Slide (E) along the cable (G) and press into
the four supplied M3x12 black s/s screws (H) the cable gland housing (D)
A Radar interface box
A B Radar data connector RJ45
C Power wires (see “Connect power”

on page 18)
D Cable gland housing
F E Gland washer
F Lock nut
G scanner interconnection cable
6. Rotate (F) clockwise to secure. Firmly tighten H Screws x 4 M3x12 mm Phillips pan
by hand only head
• To remove the scanner interconnection cable, follow the above procedure in reverse order
• To avoid damaging the connectors when removing the scanner interconnection cable, it
is important to remove the cable gland washer before trying to remove the cable gland
housing
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Shortening the cable
It is not recommended to shorten the cable, but if it is unavoidable, use the pin-out below to
re-terminate the cable with a new RJ45 plug.
RJ45 Connector pinout

Pin Color
1 White/Orange
P8 P1 2 Orange
3 White/Green
4 Blue
5 White/Blue
6 Green
7 White/Brown
8 Brown
Required to complete
RJ45 Connector RJ45 Crimping tool
Mounting the radar interface box

• Install the radar interface box (where applicable) in a dry location away from spray, rain,
drips and condensation
• The radar interface box must be located where it can be easily connected to the ship’s
power source, the scanner interconnection cable, SimNet/NMEA2000 and the display or
display network
• Allow enough room for cables to form a drip loop
• Preferably mount the radar interface box on a vertical surface with cables exiting
downwards
• Insert connectors. See “Connect the interconnection cable to radar interface box” on page
12
• Secure to the surface using the four mounting points and supplied 8G x 5/8 pozi s/s fasters

Connect the Broadband radar to your display
4 Lowrance: HDS USA (no MARPA)
1 NEP-2 (Optional)
2
4
FUSE
FUSE
_ +
1. Lowrance HDS
2. Ethernet adapter cable. 5 pin yellow male to RJ45 female 1.8 ft (6ft). Included in 3G™ kit 000-
10418-001 (Lowrance USA only). Can connect directly to the HDS, or via a NEP-2 Ethernet
switch, or using a free Ethernet port on a LSS-1 Structure Scan module (if applicable)
 Note: Make sure this connection is made in a dry environment and is secured properly
3. Broadband 3G™ Radar

4. Interconnection cable - ships with a 10 m (33 ft): Optional 20 m (65 ft) and 30 m (98 ft)
available
 Note: To add MARPA and / or chart overlay, you need to add an RI10 Interface Box and Heading
Sensor (see next page)
 Note: Broadband 4G™ radar may also be connected in this manner, but offers no advantage as
they are all shipped with an RI10 interface box, which allows connection of a heading source
to the radar
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Lowrance: HDS outside USA or with MARPA / chart overlay
Simrad: NSS
(NMEA2000 network)
The 3G and 4G radar connects to the Lowrance HDS and Simrad NSS in the same manner
2
HDS
Lowrance HDS
3
or
Simrad NSS
4
NMEA2000
Power
Ethernet
NSS
5
FUSE
6
NMEA2000
Ethernet
7
FUSE
8
FUSE
9 9
_ +
10
NMEA2000 Network Parts required for chart overlay / MARPA
1. Lowrance HDS or Simrad NSS

2. Broadband 3G™ or 4G™ Radar
3. Interconnection cable (Lowrance 10 m (33 ft) Simrad 20 m (65.5 ft))
4. RI10 Radar interface box
5. Ethernet cable (1.8 m (6 ft)). The RI10 can connect either directly to a Multifunction display
or via an Ethernet switch (NEP-2), or a free port on an LSS-1 Structure scan module. For cable
options see “Ethernet cables” on page 28
6. NEP-2 Network Expansion Port. 5 Port Ethernet switch
The following Parts required for MARPA and / or chart overlay:
7. RC42 Heading Sensor
8. SimNet cable. For cable options see “SimNet cables” on
page 28
9. SimNet - NMEA2000 adapter kit: a) SimNet -Micro-C cable 0.5 m
(1.6 ft), b) SimNet joiner. c) NMEA2000 T-Connector a b c
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B&G: Zeus
Simrad: NSO, NSE and NSS
(SimNet network)
1 2
Zeus
B&G Zeus
SIMRAD NSO, NSE
or NSS MFD 3
4
Ethernet
SimNet
SimNet
Ethernet
5
6
FUSE
8 97 10
FUSE
7
NSO Parts required for
FUSE Chart overlay / MARPA
12
_ +
SimNet Network
Alternative: NMEA0183 heading

SimNet
Ethernet
NMEA2000 cables
SimNet cables
Ethernet cable
11 White RX+
Brown RX-
TX+
TX-
Ethernet cables if AT10HD Cut off 12 Pin

NMEA083 to SimNet
using NEP-2 plug to expose bare wires
NSE Converter Heading Only NMEA0183 10 Hz Heading
(e.g Gyro, Sat Compass)
1. B&G Zeus or Simrad NSO / NSE / NSS

2. Broadband 3G™ or 4G™ Radar
3. Interconnection cable. Ships with a 20 m (65 ft) : Optional 10 m (33 ft) and 30 m (98 ft)
4. RI10 Radar interface box
5. Ethernet cable (1.8 m (6 ft)). The RI10 can be connected directly to the NETWORK port of the
SimNet
Ethernet
display/processor box, or via a Network Expansion Port (7). For cable options see “Ethernet
cables” on page 28
NSS 6. Ethernet cables required to connect 3G™ / 4G™ via a NEP-2 (6)
7. Ethernet switch NEP-2
The following Parts required for MARPA and / or chart overlay:

8. For B&G Zeus, Simrad NSE, NSO . SimNet cable. (Not supplied)
For SimRad NSS. SimNet to Micro-C cable (Not supplied) see “SimNet - NMEA2000 adapter
cables” on page 28
9. SimNet drop cable. Allows display to receive heading information for chart overlay
NMEA2000
Ethernet
10. RC42 Heading Sensor (22090195)

11. AT10HD. For installations with a NMEA0183 heading sensor
12. SimNet Network
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RI10 Connections
5 1
4
1. Connects the RI10 to a SimNet or NMEA2000 network to allow heading and position
information to be sent to the scanner for MARPA calculations
2. Main data network interface between the radar and the display (ethernet)
3. Provides data and power connection between the Broadband radar dome and the RI10.
4. Power cable (see “Connect power” on page 18)
5. Green LED indicates power is supplied to the RI10 and indicates SimNet state. A sequence of
three rapid flashes indicates no SimNet connection was made at time of power up and a solid
light means SimNet connection was lost after power up
 Note: Lowrance HDS units sold in the USA do not require an interface box and the scanner
connects directly to the display or Ethernet switch. If chart overlay or MARPA are required for
Lowrance HDS USA then an RI10 Interface box and heading sensor are required
Adding MARPA and / or Chart Overlay

To add MARPA and/or Chart overlay, it is essential to use a heading sensor with an output speed
of 10 Hz. The Heading sensor needs to be a rate gyro stabilized compass or better
You can use a Heading Sensor with an NMEA 0183 or NMEA2000 output source
You must use a Radar Interface box to connect the heading data to the radar system - this is
because MARPA calculations are done by the radar:
• If your heading source is NMEA0183, use an RI11 Interface box for NX installations, or
an RI10 Interface box with an AT10HD converter for all other installations. The AT10HD
converts NMEA0183 to SimNet / NMEA2000 (only heading information is converted)
• If your heading source is NMEA2000 or SIMNET use an RI10 Interface box.
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Connect power
6 The Broadband Radar can operate on 12 or 24 V DC systems. The Broadband Radar requires +V
DC to be applied on the yellow power on wire in order to operate. This can be achieved in one
of three ways:
1. Common the red and yellow wire together, and connect to a fused switch. Radar will power on
in standby when power is applied. When switch is off, radar will draw no power
2. Use ignition or install a switch that will provide power to the yellow wire. (It is recommended to
use a 5 amp fuse or breaker). The radar will turn on when switch is activated. When the switch
is off, the radar will draw minimal power (~1mA)
3. Connect the yellow wire to external wake up of suitable display such as NSE, NSO, or NSS. The
radar will turn on when the display is turned on. The display must be set to ‘Master’ under
Power Control. When the display is off, the radar will draw minimal power (~1mA)
Before connecting power to the system:
! • make sure the scanner has been installed and is secured.
! • make sure the radar interconnection cable is connected to the radar.
! • if using the Radar Interface Box make sure all connections have been made
to the display.
For systems using an RI10 radar interface box:

• Connect the red wire to power positive 12 or 24 V DC. Use a 5 amp fuse or breaker
• Connect the yellow wire to power source that will turn on the system (see above)
• Connect the black wire to power negative
Red 5A
12 -24 V DC (+)
Yellow
Black BATT (-)
For systems not using radar interface box (Lowrance 3G USA only):
• Connect the red wire to power positive 12 or 24 V DC. Use a 5 Amp fuse
• Connect the yellow wire to power source that will turn on the system (see above)
• Connect the black wire to power negative
Network to display
Data
Red 5A
12-24 V DC +
Yellow
Black Battery (-)
Shield No connect
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Setup and Configuration
7 Setup and configuration of the Broadband radar has been simplified compared to traditional
pulse radars. There is no zero range adjustment (time delay), no warm up time, and no burn in
required.
The following sections cover the available adjustments. Note that the menu examples used are
from the Simrad NSE. While these differ aesthetically from the Lowrance interface, the content
is essentially the same.
Entering radar setup on your display

Enter radar installation by pressing MENU > SETTINGS > RADAR > INSTALLATION.
Radar Status
Software Version
Check to make sure you have the latest software. Check website for the latest version.
Serial Number
Take a minute to write down the serial number of the radar.
MARPA Status
The MARPA status can identify if a heading sensor is on the network and that the radar is
receiving heading information essential for MARPA calculations.
Reset Device ID
NSS and HDS displays only support one radar on the network. Should a radar be connected,
that has been previously connected to a dual radar network in the past, it may not be detected
by the display because it has an incorrect Device ID. To resolve this problem use the following
procedure, which must be performed with only one radar on the network.
From the Radar Status page. Select “Reset device ID....” then follow the on screen prompts;
Setup and Configuration | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide | 19

Adjust bearing alignment...
Adjust the heading marker. This is to align with the heading marker on the screen with the
center line of the vessel, this will compensate for any slight misalignment of the scanner during
installation. Any inaccuracy will be evident when using MARPA or chart overlay.
Point the boat to the end of a head land or peninsula. Adjust the bearing alignment so the
heading line touches the end of the same head land or peninsula.
Adjust local interference reject...

Interference from some onboard sources can interfere with the Broadband radar. One symptom
of this could be a large target on the screen that remains in the same relative bearing even if
the vessel changes direction. Choose from Local interference rejection LOW, MED or HIGH.
Default is LOW.
Adjust antenna height...

Set the radar scanner height. The Radar uses this value to optimize sea clutter performance.
!  Note: It is very important to get the antenna height configured correctly as this will affect the
sea clutter function. Do not set the height to 0.
Sidelobe suppression...
!  Note: This control should only be adjusted by experienced radar users. Target loss in harbour
environments may occur if this control is not adjusted correctly.
Occasionally false target returns can occur

adjacent to strong target returns such as
large ships or container ports.
This occurs because not all of the
transmitted radar energy can be focused
into a single beam by the radar antenna, a
small amount energy is transmitted in other
directions.
This energy is referred to as sidelobe energy
and occurs in all radar systems.
The returns caused by sidelobes tend to
appear as arcs:
When the radar is mounted where there are metallic objects near the radar, sidelobe energy
increases because the beam focus is degraded. The increased sidelobe returns can be eliminated
using the Sidelobe Suppression control in the Radar installation menu.
By default this control is set to Auto, and normally should not need to be adjusted. However
if there is significant metallic clutter around the radar, sidelobe suppression may need to be
increased. The control should be adjusted as follows:
1. Set Radar range to between 1/2nm to 1nm and Sidelobe Suppression to Auto
2. Take the vessel to a location where sidelobe returns are likely to be seen. Typically this would
be near a large ship, container port, or metal bridge
3. Traverse the area until the strongest sidelobe returns are seen
4. Change Auto sidelobe suppression to OFF then select and adjust the sidelobe suppression
control until the sidelobe returns are just eliminated. You may need to monitor 5-10 radar
sweeps to be sure they have been eliminated
5. Traverse the area again and readjust if sidelobes returns still occur
6. Exit the installation menu
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To start the radar:
From the radar screen select the Transmit button.
RI10 heading source selection:

The RI10 receives heading via SimNet or NMEA2000 network and transmits this data to the
radar, where MARPA processing is performed.
For Simrad installations with more than one SimNet heading source the RI10 will use the
Simrad group source. The source used by the Simrad group can be viewed or changed via an
NSx display in the Settings>Network>Sources… menu:
Dual Radar setup:

For B&G Zeus and Simrad NSO and NSE displays it is possible for two radars to be connected
to the network and viewed simultaneously on one display. At time of installation radar source
selection needs to be performed as described below.
1. Power up the system including both radars

2. On any display, the first radar ever detected by the display will be used as the source for all chart
and radar panels. This source will be used by default for every system power-up thereafter,
until changed
The radar source is identified by radar type with a four digit number and is displayed in the top
left corner of chart and radar panels:
 Note: The four digit number is the last four digits of the radars serial number.
3. For a radar panel, the radar source can be changed in the Radar>Radar Options>Sources menu:
4. For a chart panel (with radar overlay on), the radar source can be changed in the Chart>Radar
Options>Sources menu:
5. For pages with more than one radar or chart panel, it is possible to set up different radar
sources for each panel
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6. The radar source selection is not global, so will only apply to the display on which the
source was selected. The radar source will need to be setup for each display on the network.
Once the radar sources have been set up they will be retained for every system power-up until
changed by the user
Dual Range setup (Broadband 4GTM Radar only):

With a Simrad NSE display connected to a Broadband 4G™ radar, it’s possible to run the radar
in dual range mode. This allows two radar panels to be veiwed simultaneously, operating at
different ranges but with all image data supplied by one 4G scanner. Each displayed radar panel
can track up to 10 MARPA targets - ability to acquire targets is range dependant.
Setup of Dual Range is identical to that used for Dual Radar setup, except that a 4G radar will
show two instances in the sources list; an A channel and a B channel.
 Note: two 4G radars on the same system will show four radar sources (two A and B channels).
22 | Setup and Configuration | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide

Maintenance
8 Clean the radome using soapy water and a soft cloth.

Avoid using abrasive cleaning products.
Do not use solvents such as gasoline, acetone, M.E.K etc. as this will damage the dome surface.
After years of use the drive belt may have to be replaced.
The transmitter in the Broadband Radar is solid state and will not require regular replacement
as with an ordinary magnetron radar.
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Dimension Drawings
9 Scanner
280 mm (11.02”)
489.6 mm (19.28”) 488.6 mm (19.24”)
FRONT
232.5 mm (9.15”)
D
B 141.5 mm (5.57”)
114.6 mm (4.51”)
233.0 mm (9.17”)
128.3 mm (5.05”) 128.3 mm (5.05”)
Key Description
A Cable entry area
B Cable retention channel
C Bolt holes x 4 M8 x 30 mm
D Breather
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Radar interface box
171 mm (6.76")
154 mm (6.06")
25 MM 1")
92 mm (3.63")
Dimension Drawings | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide | 25

Specifications

Characteristic
Compliance
Environmental
Technical Data
CE, FCC (ID: RAY3G4G), IC: 4697A-3G4G
IEC60945 : 2002
Operating Temperature: -25° to +55°C
(-13° to +130°F)
Relative humidity: +35° C (95° F), 95% RH
Waterproof: IPX6
Relative wind velocity 51 m/sec (Max:100 Knots)
Power consumption (with 10m cable) Operating: 18W (Typ.) @ 13.8Vdc
Standby: 2W (Typ.) @ 13.8Vdc ~ 150mA
DC input (at end of radar cable) 9V to 31.2Vdc (12/24 Volt systems).
Reverse polarity protection
Transmitter source (pre-heating time ) No magnetron – Instant On™
Outside dimensions Height 280 mm x Diameter 489 mm
(Height 11” x Diameter 19.3” )
Scanner weight (no cable) 7.4 kg (16.31 lbs)
Radar and Antenna Parameters
Radar ranges 50 m (200 ft) to 24 nm with 17 range settings
(nm/sm/km)
Rotation (mode dependent) 24/36 rpm +/-10%
Transmitter frequency X-band - 9.3 to 9.4 Ghz
Transmitter source (warm-up time) No Magnetron – all solid state. Instant On™
Plane of polarization Horizontal Polarization
Transmitter peak power output 165 mW (nominal at source)
Main bang dead zone & tuning None – not a pulse radar
Sea and rain clutter 5 x less than a pulse radar
Sweep repetition frequency 200 Hz
Sweep time 1.3 ms+/- 10%
Sweep bandwidth 75 MHz max
Horizontal beam width (Tx and Rx antenna) 5.2°+/-10% (-3 dB width)
Vertical beam width (Tx and Rx antenna) 25°+/-20% (-3 dB width)
Side lobe level (Tx and Rx antenna) Below -18 dB (within ±10°);Below -24 dB (outside ±10°)
Noise figure Less than 6 dB
Coms/Cabling/Mounting
Com protocol High Speed Ethernet and Serial
Heading NMEA0183 with RI11 interface box
NMEA2000 / SimNet with RI10 interface box
Inter connecting cable length Lowrance 10 m (33 ft)
Simrad, B&G 20 m (65.6 ft)
Maximum inter connecting cable length 30 m (98.5 ft) – available as option
Bolts (4) M8x30 - 304 stainless steel
Footprint W233 mm (9.17”) (port / starboard) x L141.5 mm (5.55”)
(matches Garmin GMR18HD / Raymarine RD218 footprint)
Compatible Displays
Simrad: Lowrance: B&G:
NSO, NSE, NSS (all models) HDS (all models) Zeus (all models)
26 | Specifications | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide

Characteristic Technical Data
Compliance CE, FCC (ID: RAY3G4G), IC: 4697A-3G4G
Environmental IEC60945 : 2002
Operating Temperature: -25° to +55°C
(-13° to +130°F)
Relative humidity: +35° C (95° F), 95% RH
Waterproof: IPX6
Relative wind velocity 51 m/sec (Max:100 Knots)
Power consumption (with 10m cable) Operating: 20W (Typ.) @ 13.8Vdc (21W in dual range mode)
Standby: 2.9W (Typ.) @ 13.8Vdc ~ 170mA
DC input (at end of radar cable) 9V to 31.2Vdc (12/24 Volt systems).
Reverse polarity protection
Minimum startup voltage 10.75Vdc
Transmitter source (pre-heating time ) No magnetron – Instant On™
Outside dimensions Height 280 mm x Diameter 489 mm
(Height 11” x Diameter 19.3” )
Scanner weight (no cable) 7.4 kg (16.31 lbs)
Radar and Antenna Parameters
Radar ranges 50 m (200 ft) to 66 km (36 nm) with 18 range settings (nm/sm/km)
Rotation (mode dependent) 24/36/48 rpm +/-10% (mode and MFD dependant)
Transmitter frequency X-band - 9.3 to 9.4 Ghz
Transmitter source (warm-up time) No Magnetron – all solid state. Instant On™
Plane of polarization Horizontal Polarization
Transmitter peak power output 165 mW (nominal - at antenna port)
Main bang dead zone & tuning None – not a pulse radar
Sea and rain clutter 3-5 x less than a pulse radar
Sweep repetition frequency 200 - 540 Hz (mode dependant)
Sweep time 1.3 ms+/- 10%
Sweep bandwidth 75 MHz max
Horizontal beam width (Tx and Rx antenna) 5.2°+/-10% (-3 dB width)
Target Seperation Control OFF: 5.2°+/-10% (-3 dB width)
LOW: ~4.4°+/-10% (-3 dB width)
MED: ~3.2°+/-10% (-3 dB width)
HIGH: ~2.6°+/-10% (-3 dB width)
Vertical beam width (Tx and Rx antenna) 25°+/-20% (-3 dB width)
Side lobe level (Tx and Rx antenna) Below -18 dB (within ±10°);Below -24 dB (outside ±10°)
Noise figure Less than 6 dB
Coms/Cabling/Mounting
Com protocol High Speed Ethernet
Heading NMEA2000 / SimNet with RI10 interface box
Inter connecting cable length Lowrance 10 m (33 ft)
Simrad, B&G 20 m (65.6 ft)
Maximum inter connecting cable length 30 m (98.5 ft) – available as option
Bolts (4) M8x30 - 304 stainless steel
Footprint W233 mm (9.17”) (port / starboard) x L141.5 mm (5.55”)
(matches Garmin GMR18HD / Raymarine RD218 footprint)
Compatible Displays
Simrad: Lowrance: B&G:
NSO, NSE, NSS* (all models) HDS* (all models) Zeus (all models)
 Note: *NSS and HDS do not support full range of 4G features.
Specifications | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide | 27

Navico Broadband radar part numbers
Broadband radar scanner part numbers
Model Part Number Description Length
Scanner
3G™ 000-10416-001 Broadband 3G™ Radar
4G™ 000-10417-001 Broadband 4G™ Radar
Interface boxes
RI10 AA010189 Broadband radar SimNet interface box
RI11 AA010204 Broadband radar serial interface box
Scanner cables
AA010211 Broadband scanner interconnection cable 10 m (33 ft)
AA010212 Broadband scanner interconnection cable 20 m (65.6 ft)
AA010213 Broadband scanner interconnection cable 30 m (98.5 ft)
Ethernet cables
000-00127-56 Adapter cable: yellow Ethernet male to RJ45 2 m (6.5 ft)
female (Supplied with Lowrance USA SKU)
000-00127-28 Ethernet cable 0.6 m (2 ft)
SimNet cables
24005829 SimNet cable 0.3 m (1 ft)
24005837 SimNet cable 2 m (6.6 ft)
24005845 SimNet cable 5 m (16 ft)
24005852 SimNet cable 10 m (33 ft)
note: For simNet backbone only
SimNet - NMEA2000 adapter cables
24006413 Micro-C female to SimNet 4 m (13 ft)
24006199 SimNet to Micro-C (female) cable that connects 0.5 m (1.6 ft)
a NMEA 2000® product to SimNet
24005729 SimNet to Micro-C (male) cable that connects a 0.5 m (1.6 ft)
SimNet product to a NMEA 2000® network
NMEA - SimNet Converters

AT10 24005936 AT10 NMEA0183 / SimNet converter
AT10HD 24006694 AT10HD NMEA0183 / SimNet converter. 10 Hz
heading data only
28 | Specifications | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide

RF exposure compliance certificate
11
RF exposure compliance certificate | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide | 29

30 | RF exposure compliance certificate | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide
RF exposure compliance certificate | Broadband 3G/4G™ Radar Installation Guide | 31
*988-10113-003*
www.bandg.com
www.lowrance.com
Addendum for compatible Navico MFD’s that
support the following Broadband 4G™ Radar
features:
•• Dual Radar
•• Dual Range
•• 4G Radar Controls
-- Target Separation
-- Noise Rejection
-- Fast Scan
•• Directional Clutter Rejection
•• Reset Device ID
•• 4G Compatibility Chart
The MFD screenshot examples used in this addendum is based on the SIMRAD
NSE Multi-Function Display. The actual screen layout in your compatible MFD
may vary in layout or color pallet, but essentially the controls and sequences are
the same.
Part no. 988-10224-001

1
Dual Radar
With dual radar capability, it is possible for two radar sources to be displayed
simultaneously. Connect either two Broadband Radars or two Pulse Radars or one of
each and see both radar images at the same time.
Interference will be seen on the Broadband Radar on most ranges when a pulse radar
and a Broadband Radar are transmitting at the same time on the same boat. It is
Navico’s recommendation to only transmit on one radar at a time e.g. Broadband Radar
for typical navigational usage or pulse radar to locate weather cells, defined coastlines at
a distance and to trigger Racons.
Initial setup:
1. Power up the system including both radars.
2. On any display, the first radar detected by the display will be used as the source
for all chart and radar panels. This source will be used by default for every system
power-up thereafter, until changed.
The radar source is identified by radar type with a four-digit number and is displayed in
the top left corner of chart and radar panels.
The four-digit number is the last four digits of the radars serial number.
3. For a radar panel, the radar source can be changed in the menu as shown below:
2
4. For a chart panel (with radar overlay on), the radar source can be changed in the
menu as shown below:
5. For pages with more than one radar or chart panel, it is possible to set up different
radar sources for each panel:
3
6. The radar source selection is not global, so it will only apply to the display on which
the source was selected. The radar source will need to be set up for each display on
the network.
Once the radar sources have been set up, they will be retained for every system
power-up until changed by the user
7. To view or change items in the installation menu for a particular radar source, the
radar source must first be selected, as shown below:
4
Dual Range
When connected to a Broadband 4G™ Radar, it is possible to run the radar in Dual Range
mode. The 4G radar will appear in the radar sources menu as two virtual radar sources A
and B. Range and radar controls for each virtual radar source are fully independent* and
the source can be selected for a particular chart or radar panel in the same manner as
dual radar described in the previous section.
MARPA is fully independent and up to 10 targets may be tracked for each virtual radar
source.
Up to two independent Guard Zones may also be defined for each virtual radar source.
*Some controls that are related to physical properties of the radar itself are not
independent of source. These are Fast Scan, Antenna Height and Bearing alignment.
5
4G Radar Controls
Broadband 4G™ Radar has several controls not found on any other Navico radar:
Target Separation
The Target Separation control allows you to control the target discrimination of the radar
as illustrated below:
Off Low Med High
6
Noise Rejection
The Noise Rejection control sets the amount of noise filtering applied by the radar. Target
sensitivity is increased at longer ranges when this control is set to Low or High, but does
cause some loss of target discrimination.
Tip: To get maximum range performance from 4G, transmit on one range only, set Noise
Reject control to High and threshold as low as possible. The default is 30% for less
clutter on the screen. If OFF is selected for NSE, NSO and Zeus, the range performance
is about equal to our 3G radar. In some areas where extreme high interference may
exist, try OFF for best radar image.
Fast Scan
The Fast Scan control sets the rotation speed of the radar scanner. For Broadband 4G™
Radar there are Off/Medium/High (24/36/48 rpm nominal) settings. However, Fast Scan
speed will be limited in certain modes of operation:
-- In Dual Range mode, speed is limited to 24 rpm
-- With Noise Rejection set to Low or High, for ranges 1 nm or greater, speed is
limited to 21 rpm.
7
Directional Clutter Rejection
This mode automatically works when GAIN = AUTO and SEA = HARBOR or OFFSHORE.
The purpose is to allow smaller vessels to be seen in the leeward direction of the sea
clutter. The GAIN of the radar receiver is increased dynamically during the sweep, in the
leeward direction, for increased target sensitivity in heavier sea states.
When GAIN or SEA = MANUAL, the Directional Clutter Rejection mode will be OFF (non-
directional).
In addition, CALM, MODERATE or ROUGH STC Curve settings are available in the Radar
options menu to better optimize the radar image to your liking.
Reset Device ID
It is not necessary to reset the radar device ID for dual radar operation. This feature
is provided to enable displays that do not support dual radar to view a particular radar
source. This operation must be performed with only the radar intended for Device ID
reset connected to the network.
The Reset Device ID button is located in the Radar Status window in the Radar
Installation menu. After the reset is performed, power cycle the radar and reconnect any
other radars. The reset radar will now be visible on Navico displays that do not support
dual radar.
4G Compatibility Chart
Broadband
4GTM Radar
HDS NSE NSO NSS ZEUS
Beam Sharpening     
 Target
Fixed: 2.6° 5.2° to 2.6° 5.2° to 2.6° Fixed: 2.6° 5.2° to 2.6°
Separation control
Range - 50% more

range than 3G and     
2x over BR24
 Noise Rejection
Fixed: High Off, Low, High Off, Low, High Fixed: High Off, Low, High
control
Maximum Range
Scale - 36 nm, in     
18 range settings
Dual Range
Operation     
Maximum Rotation
Speed (Less than 36 RPM 48 RPM 48 RPM 36 RPM 48 RPM
1 nm)
Advanced
Directional Clutter     
Rejection
Advanced Sidelobe
Rejection     
Best-In-Class
Range Resolution     

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S Standby Autopilot is passive. Used when manually steering at the helm

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Navico product references

Preface | NSS evo3 Operator Manual 3

About this manual

Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should

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The Software version

Preface | NSS evo3 Operator Manual 5

19 Customizing your system

37 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks

6 Contents | NSS evo3 Operator Manual

Contents | NSS evo3 Operator Manual 7

103 Instrument panels

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117 Time plots

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4 Menu key - press to display the active panel's menu

10 Introduction | NSS evo3 Operator Manual

Introduction | NSS evo3 Operator Manual 11

2 panels page 3 panels page 4 panels page

Pre-configured split pages

Integration of 3rd party devices

12 Introduction | NSS evo3 Operator Manual

SmartCraft VesselView integration

Suzuki Engine panel

FLIR camera integration

BEP CZone integration

Vessel dashboard Navigation dashboard Angler dashboard CZone dashboard

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System Controls dialog

Turning the system on and off

First time startup

Basic operation | NSS evo3 Operator Manual 15

Locking the touchscreen

Press and hold:

Scroll through a list of available options without activating any option.

Pan to position a chart or Echosounder image on the panel.

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Pinch to zoom out on the chart or on an image.

Spread to zoom in on the chart or on an image.

Using menus and dialogs