Koden KGP-922 User Manual

Koden KGP-922 Specifications

General

Brand	Koden
Model	KGP-922
Category	GPS
Language	English

Summary

Safe Operation Guidelines

Equipment Safety Precautions

Details safety measures for high voltage, dust, and installation environment.

Handling and Maintenance Safety

Covers safety precautions for handling the equipment, static electricity, and troubleshooting.

Chapter 1 Basic Operation

Screen Selection and Display Modes

Details how to switch between the KGP-922's six different display modes.

Storing Present Position (EVENT)

Instructions for storing current positions as events, with automatic and manual methods.

Using People Over Board (POB) Function

Explains the POB function for emergency situations to mark and return to a person's location.

Chapter 2 Various Navigation

Storing Waypoints (LAT/LONG) Data

Guide on how to store and update waypoint data using latitude and longitude coordinates.

Storing or Updating Waypoints

Step-by-step instructions for entering or modifying waypoint data.

Waypoint Navigation Setup

Procedure for setting up navigation to waypoints, including initial and quick setup.

Setting Up Waypoint Navigation

Steps to set up the destination waypoint prior to initiating navigation.

Cross Track Error and Course Deviation Angle

Explains cross track error (XTE) and course deviation angle (CDI) indicators.

Storing and Erasing Routes

Guide on how to store, edit, and erase routes, including inputting waypoints and comments.

Storing Your Route

Step-by-step instructions for creating and saving new routes by inputting route numbers and waypoints.

Route Setup Procedures

Guide on setting up routes for navigation, including forward/backward navigation and start waypoints.

Selecting Route Navigation

Procedure to start navigation along a selected route, following the course line.

Setting Anchor Position

Procedure for storing the current position as an anchor point to monitor drift.

Storing Anchor Position

Step-by-step guide to set and store the anchor position using navigation screens.

Track Display Features

Explains how to display tracks, waypoints, and cross cursors on the NAV6 screen.

Chapter 3 Alarms

Types of Alarms

Lists the five types of alarms: anchor watch, proximity, cross track error, and course deviation.

Anchor Watch Alarm (ANCH)

Explains the anchor watch alarm function and how it alerts if the boat drifts from its position.

Proximity Alarm (PROX)

Details the proximity alarm that alerts when approaching a waypoint within a preset distance.

Cross Track Error Alarm (XTE)

Describes the XTE alarm that alerts when deviating from the course line by a set distance.

Course Deviation Angle Alarm (CDI)

Explains the CDI alarm that alerts when deviating from the course steer by a set margin.

Alarms Setting and Canceling

Provides instructions for setting alarms, changing their range, and canceling them.

Chapter 4 Setup Procedure

GPS Menu Settings

Covers GPS setup options including satellite monitoring, GNSS mode, and geodetic datum selection.

Differential GPS (DGPS) Menu

Details DGPS settings, including style, timeout, SBAS, and beacon station configuration.

Compensation Menu Settings

Explains position correction, LOP compensation, and compass compensation procedures.

Initial Setup Menu Options

Covers initial setup parameters like averaging, units, sailing mode, and GPS source.

Differential GPS (DGPS) Settings

DGPS setup menu, covering display status and selection of DGPS styles (Auto, SBAS, Beacon).

Correcting GPS Position

Detailed steps for correcting the GPS position by direct entry or offset.

Position Correction Methods

Explains how to correct the GPS present position using actual coordinates or offset values.

Line of Position (LOP) Compensation

Explains how to convert and compensate Latitude/Longitude to LoranC, LoranA, and Decca LOPs.

Compass Compensation Procedures

Details automatic and manual methods for compensating the compass bearing.

Calculation Menu Options

Calculation menu for determining distance/bearing between points and calculating navigation plans.

LOP Calculation from LAT/LONG Data

Guide on calculating LOP values based on specified LAT/LONG data.

Navigation Plan Calculations

Initial Setup Menu

Interface Menu Settings

Interface menu for configuring data ports, output formats, and Ethernet settings.

Chapter 5 How to Use LOPs

Initial Setup for LOPs Display

Selecting LOP Type (Loran/Decca)

Storing Waypoints using LOPs Data

Guide on storing waypoints using LOPs data, including updating existing ones.

Storing or Updating Waypoints (LOPs)

Compensating Line of Position (LOP)

Calculating LOPs from LAT/LONG Data

Chapter 6 Data Backup and Initialization

Data Backup Procedures

Instructions for backing up waypoint/route data and settings using USB memory.

Accessing Data Backup Menu

Reading Data from Unit

Steps to read out waypoint/route data or settings from the unit to USB memory.

Writing Data to Unit

Instructions for writing waypoint/route data or settings from USB memory to the unit.

Unit Initialization

Procedure for initializing the unit to factory settings to resolve malfunctions.

Accessing the Initial Menu

Performing Unit Initialization

Detailed steps for initializing the unit, including selecting language and confirming the action.

Clearing Waypoint/Route Data

Procedure to erase all waypoint, event, POB, and route data from internal memory.

Configuring Event Storage Method

Chapter 7 Installation

Installation Considerations

Key factors to consider before installing the KGP-922 system, performed by qualified technicians.

Unpacking and Inspecting Goods

Unit Siting Guidelines

Factors to consider when choosing locations for optimal performance and viewing.

Display Unit Installation

Procedures for installing the display unit, including table mounting.

Table Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the display unit on a table surface.

Flush Mounting Procedure

Detailed instructions for flush mounting the display unit into a panel.

Antenna Unit Installation

Guidelines for installing the antenna unit, focusing on optimal site selection.

Best Site Selection for GPS/Beacon Antenna

Criteria for choosing the best location to install the GPS/Beacon antenna for signal quality.

Fixing the Antenna Unit

Cable Connections to KGP-922

Diagrams and explanations for connecting cables for single unit configurations.

Single Connection Diagram

Multi Connection Diagrams

Connector Pin Assignments

Post-Installation Inspection Checklist

Checks to perform before turning on the unit after installation to ensure proper operation.

Chapter 8 Specifications

Power Requirements

External Dimensions and Weight

Chapter 9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Periodic Inspection and Cleaning

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Procedures for diagnosing and resolving common faults and issues with the unit.

Troubleshooting Symptom Guide

Table of common symptoms, possible causes, and recommended measures for troubleshooting.

Chapter 10 Technical Reference

Input Data Formats

Output Data Formats

Output Data Specifications

Output Sentence Structure