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MLR FX312 User Manual

MLR FX312
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FX312 & FX412 VERSION 2.0
MLR ELECTRONIQUE
1
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing the MLR FX312 GPS or the MLR FX412 DGPS Navigator. We are
confident it will give you many years of excellent service and you will enjoy exploring the
numerous functions available from this state of the
art GPS or DGPS.
For further information or technical help, please do not hesitate to contact your local dealer or
MLR Electronique in Vallet, who will be pleased to help you.
If you have chosen the FX312, you will be able to upgrade its accuracy by connecting it to the
MLR DF300 Differential Beacon Receiver, or by modifying it into a FX412. For more
information, contact your local dealer.
Yours sincerely,
Jean Pierre MAQUAIRE
C.E.O

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MLR FX312 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMLR
ModelFX312
CategoryGPS
LanguageEnglish

Summary

ATTENTION: IMPORTANT NOTES

Presentation of the MLR FX312 & FX412

Using Your GPS

Position Display

Displays geographical position, satellite status, and differential mode indicator.

Navigation Display: Speed and Course

Shows speed over ground (SOG) and course over ground (COG).

Go To Waypoint Displays

Functions for navigating to and managing waypoints.

Activate Go To Waypoint Function

Initiates the function to navigate to a selected waypoint.

Deactivate Go To Waypoint Function

Stops the navigation to the currently active waypoint.

Go To Waypoint Display Mode Selection

Allows choosing between DATA, COMPASS, 3D ROAD, or RADAR views.

Change Destination Waypoint

Selects a different waypoint as the new destination.

Create New Waypoint

Allows manual entry of a new waypoint's name, icon, and coordinates.

Waypoint Entry by Range and Bearing

Creates a waypoint using its distance and bearing from a known point.

Keep Waypoint Permanently Active

Configures a waypoint to remain active after the GPS is switched off.

Modify a Waypoint

Edits the details of an existing waypoint.

Delete Waypoint or All Waypoints

Removes selected waypoints or clears all stored waypoints.

Display Range and Bearing Between Waypoints

Shows the distance and bearing between two selected waypoints.

Waypoint Memory Allocation

Displays the amount of used and available memory for waypoints.

Go To Route Display: Following a Route

Guides the user along a pre-defined sequence of waypoints.

Activate Go To Route Function

Starts the navigation along a selected route.

Deactivate Go To Route Function

Stops the navigation along the active route.

Route Display Mode Selection

Selects the visual display format for route navigation.

Change Route in Use

Selects a different route to follow.

Enter a New Route

Allows manual creation of a new route by linking waypoints.

Modify a Route

Edits an existing route by adding, deleting, or reordering waypoints.

Delete Route or All Routes

Removes selected routes or clears all stored routes.

Advance to Next Waypoint in Route

Manually moves to the next waypoint in an active route.

Display Route Details

Shows range and bearing between each waypoint in a route.

Route Memory Allocation

Displays the amount of used and available memory for routes.

Plotter Display: Track and Position View

Visualizes track, waypoints, and chart outlines on a graphical display.

Activate Home Function

Stops tracking and sets the current position as a return point.

Plotter Screen Mode Selection

Chooses between a full-screen or split-window display on the plotter.

Waypoint Name Display on Plotter

Selects how waypoint names are shown (icon only, icon+letter, icon+name).

Select Information Display Type

Configures data displayed in plotter zones (e.g., range, speed, date).

Display Chart Outline

Shows the outline of a loaded or created chart.

Enter a Chart Outline

Allows creating or loading chart outlines from paper charts or PC.

Delete Track or Chart Outline

Erases stored track data or chart outline data.

Copy Track or Chart Outline

Copies track data to chart outline memory and vice versa.

Select Tracking Interval by Distance

Sets the distance interval for recording track points.

Track and Chart Memory Allocation

Displays used and free memory for track and chart outline data.

Change Plotter Zoom Scale

Adjusts the zoom level for the plotter display.

Plotter Cursor Mode

Enables moving the plotter view to examine specific points.

Center Plotter Screen on Waypoint

Repositions the plotter view to center on a selected waypoint.

Man Over Board (MOB) and Mark Functions

Functions for emergency position recording and marking points of interest.

MOB Activation

Records the current position instantly for emergency return.

Mark (Event/Waypoint) Activation

Stores event waypoints or points of passage with a name, icon, and comment.

Simulator Function

Allows simulation of GPS navigation functions for training.

Satellites

Displays satellite constellation and signal strength.

Using FX312/FX412 in Differential Mode

Guides on using the device with DGPS receivers for enhanced accuracy.

Using the FX312 with MLR DF300 DGPS Receiver

Connects and configures the FX312 with the MLR DF300 for DGPS.

Using the FX312 with Other Manufacturers DGPS Receivers

Connects the FX312 to third-party DGPS receivers.

Using the FX412 in Differential Mode

Operates the FX412's integrated DGPS receiver.

Use Digipoint for Data Entry

Explains using Digipoint for entering waypoints, routes, and chart outlines.

DGPS Reception Messages

Interprets messages received from differential correction stations.

Software Version and GPS Year

Displays software/boot versions and allows updating the GPS year.

Beginners Guide

Power On/Off

Instructions for switching the GPS unit on and off.

Satellites

Details on viewing received satellites and signal strengths.

Contrast and Backlight Adjustment

Controls display brightness and contrast for optimal viewing.

General Keyboard Procedures

Explains the function of each key on the GPS unit.

Using Arrow Keys and Enter

Describes cursor movement and selection actions within menus.

Abbreviations and Symbols

Screen Abbreviations and Symbols

Defines acronyms and icons used in the GPS interface.

Measurement Abbreviations

Defines units of measurement like knots, miles, meters, etc.

GPS Initialization and Configuration

System Menu

Accesses core settings like coordinates, map datums, and language.

Geographical Co-ordinates

Selects the desired format for displaying geographical positions.

Map Datums

Selects the map datum used on paper charts for accurate alignment.

Area of Use

Sets the geographical region for optimized GPS performance.

Local Time Difference

Adjusts the time offset between UTC and local time.

Language

Selects the display language for the GPS interface.

Altitude/Accuracy Display

Configures what altitude and accuracy information is shown.

Mark/MOB Key Functions

Assigns functions (Mark or MOB) to the Mark/Mob key.

Keypad Bleep

Enables or disables audible feedback for key presses.

Data Input/Output (NMEA)

Configures serial data communication formats for external devices.

User Set-Up Summary

Provides a summary of all user-configured settings.

Navigation Menu

Accesses settings for navigation units, filters, alarms, and logs.

Distance and Speed Units

Sets units for distance (NM, KM) and speed (KT, MPH, KMH).

Altitude Units

Selects the unit for altitude display (Feet, Meters).

XTE Unit

Selects the unit for displaying Cross Track Error (NM, KM, MPH).

2D/3D Mode

Selects between 2D, 3D, or Auto positioning modes.

Speed Filter

Adjusts filtering for smoother speed readings.

Compass Variation

Enters magnetic variation for accurate compass readings.

Reset Trip Logs

Clears stored trip data (Log 1 and Log 2).

Set the Alarms

Configures arrival, anchor, and XTE alarms.

Waypoint Arrival Alarm

Alerts the user upon reaching a destination waypoint or completing a route leg.

Anchor Alarm

Warns of vessel drift relative to a reference waypoint.

XTE Alarm

Warns of drift from the direct route to a reference waypoint.

User Set-Up Summary (Navigation)

Displays a summary of all configured navigation settings.

Equipment Description and Specifications

FX312 Contents

Lists all items included in the FX312 package.

FX412 Contents

Lists all items included in the FX412 package.

Common Specifications FX312 & FX412

Lists main functions, data formats, and general features of both models.

Particular Specifications of FX412

Details specific DGPS functionalities and performance for the FX412.

Installation Instructions

Receiver Case Installation

Instructions for mounting the receiver unit.

Antenna Siting

Recommendations for optimal placement of the GPS antenna.

FX312 Antenna Installation

Specific guidance for installing the FX312 antenna.

FX412 Antenna Installation

Specific guidance for installing the FX412 antenna.

Interference Elimination Procedure (FX412 Only)

Verify Differential Signal Reception

Checks the quality of the differential GPS signal reception.

Detect Interference

Identifies potential sources of interference on board the vessel.

Detect Nature of Interference

Determines if interference is conducted or radiated.

Solution for Power Supply Interference

Provides methods to eliminate interference originating from the power supply.

Solution for Radiation Interference

Offers solutions to resolve interference caused by radiated signals.

Solution for Mechanical Interference

Addresses interference caused by mechanical sources like propeller shafts.

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