NETWORK COMPASS USER MANUAL
INTRODUCTION TO NETWORK COMPASS
The Network COMPASS unit uses the latest advances in electronics and magnetic
fluxgate technology to display a true or magnetic heading, as well as Off Course, Cross
Track Error (XTE)*, Rudder Angle* and Head/Lift information on an easy to read Liquid
Crystal Display (LCD). Five keys on the unit select the displayed data, calibration factors
and alarms.
It can operate as a standalone compass display or as part of an Integrated B&G Network
Instrument System. The unit can also operate as a repeater of course data received via
the Network. These connections plug directly into the rear of the display.
The Network COMPASS includes two adjustable alarms:
•
Off course alarm
•
Head alarm
An internal alarm buzzer will sound and the display will flash
-A-
when the alarm
condition is met. Other Network instruments will also sound their alarms and flash their
displays, and the alarm condition can be cleared by pressing any key on any Network
instrument.
Additionally a racing timer with alarm signals at set intervals is included in the unit.
* These functions will only appear if the relevant sensors (for example, GPS
plus
or
Network PILOT) are in the system.
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