2.3. Explanation of the Soft Keys
The Soft Keys are divided into vertical static keys
[M1-M4]
and
horizontal dynamic keys
[M5-M8],
which differ in function according to the current application.
Soft Key Definition
[M1]
Reserved for future use
[M2]
Reserved for future use
[M3]:
Safety Message
This Soft Key allows direct Message Writing. Both broadcast or addressed messages
can be sent in this mode.
[M4]:
Display Settings
- Brightness and Contrast Regulator
This Soft Key allows the Display Settings to be changed between Daytime,
and Nightime Modes.
[Menu]: Go
to
Main Menu
or return to the Navigation View Screen.
[M5] – [M8]:
These Soft Keys are described in individual screens
2.4. Safety Keys
The
X-Pack DS
is fitted with Safety Keys, which allow the user to automatically send urgent messages
without the necessity of navigating the Menus.
[MOB]
The MOB Button sends out precise position of an MOB incident to Addressed Vessels,
therefore allowing the message to be sent to a vessel closest to accident location.
[SRM]
The SRM Button sends out emergency Broadcast Safety Related Messages to all ships
in the Vessel Listing.
Note:
For detailed description of the Safety Functions see Chapter 4.
X-Pack DS User Manual
Version 1.0
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Printed on 02.04.2003