Target consoles
Three consoles display target data.
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Target (when target selected)
•
Target waypoint
•
Target waypoint ETA (when selected target linked to a route)
Target
(VTC STAR selected)
Target-Waypoint
(Activated WP_002)
Target-Waypoint ETA
(Selected WP_003)
Route planning and turning radius
The turning radius of a ship depends upon design, loading and environmental
characteristics. The user must carefully select the appropriate turning radius taking into
account these parameters.
The ECDIS can be linked to the ships autopilot to automatically alter course at each waypoint.
The amount of helm ordered by the ECDIS900 will vary according to turning parameters set
in the system.
The helm ordered and rate of turn value NEVER exceed the limits defined by the user. To
complete a prescribed turn at a waypoint it is essential for the turning radius to be set into
the system accurately.
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Note:
Picture on the left shows that the turning radius is good and ECDIS900 is able to
follow the planned route during the turn.
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Note:
Picture on the right shows that the turning Radius is not correct and ECDIS900 is
not able to follow the planned route.
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Routes
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