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General| Brand | Simrad |
|---|---|
| Model | NSO-II |
| Category | Marine Equipment |
| Language | English |
Explains the purpose and assumptions of the operator manual.
Details how to use the OP40 remote control with the NSO-II system.
Defines multitouch gestures and their corresponding functions on the NSO-II.
Describes the different elements and areas of the NSO-II display interface.
Instructions for powering the NSO-II system on and off using the power switch or PWR key.
Explains basic touchscreen interactions like tap, press and hold, and drag.
How to select pages and identify the active panel on the NSO-II display.
Describes how to interact with dialog boxes for input and information display.
Overview of the chart panel elements and optional chart items.
How to adjust the chart zoom level using IN/OUT keys or the rotary knob.
Options for chart orientation (North up, Heading up, Course up) and 'Look ahead'.
How to select different chart types like Navionics and Insight.
How to position, edit, and set alarms for waypoints on the system.
Instructions for creating, editing, and navigating routes using waypoints.
How the system records and displays the vessel's historical path.
How to initiate navigation to a cursor, waypoint, or route using the Goto menu.
Steps for starting navigation directly from the chart display.
Configuration options for navigation methods, steering alarms, and coordinate systems.
Important safety warning about using the autopilot as a supplement to a human navigator.
Steps to activate the autopilot system from any panel.
How to choose different steering modes like AUTO, STBY, NFU, and FU.
How to adjust settings for optimal steering in various conditions.
Overview of the radar panel, its controls, and operational modes (Off, Standby, Transmit).
Adjusting gain, sea clutter, and rain clutter for the best radar display.
Using the cursor, EBL/VRM to measure distances and bearings to targets.
How to track multiple targets using the Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (MARPA) function.
Configuring range, auto range, and preset range levels for the echosounder.
Fine-tuning the display for optimal visibility of echoes and bottom structure.
How to place marks on the echosounder display, potentially with depth information.
Configuring the StructureScan panel for DownScan or SideScan views.
Customizing color palettes and intensity for StructureScan images.
Steps to enable and configure the StructureScan overlay on the chart.
Using live data or saved files for StructureMap overlays on charts.
Explains the predefined dashboard layouts for vessel, navigation, and angler information.
How to edit and create custom dashboards and gauges.
Explains the different symbols used to represent AIS targets on the display.
How to select and view detailed information for AIS targets.
Setting up alarms for dangerous vessels, lost targets, or received messages.
Steps to enable audio control and display the media bar.
Selecting audio sources like iPod, FM/AM radio, and Sirius radio.
Controls for playback, shuffle, and repeat functions for audio sources.
Importing and displaying GRIB weather data as an overlay on charts.
Displaying SiriusXM weather data, including precipitation, SST, and wind barbs.
Explains the various icons and color codes used for weather information.
How to display video or camera sources on the NSO-II screen.
Connecting and controlling FLIR cameras through the NSO-II system.
Accessing the CZone panel for controlling vessel systems and monitoring parameters.
Monitoring tank levels and controlling various onboard parameters via CZone.
Classification of alarm messages based on color and importance.
Setup and configuration of alarms, including active alarms and alarm history.
Listing AIS, MARPA, and DSC vessels, including status and message logs.
Viewing the status of active satellites and configuring differential position correction.
Using the search function for various chart items.
Accessing and managing lists of waypoints, routes, and tracks.
How to set a unique name for the NSO-II unit on the network.
Connecting and configuring the WIFI-1 unit for wireless control.
Managing wireless device access for controlling the NSO-II system.
Understanding the pre-configured page groups and shortcut icons.
How to edit existing pages or create custom pages using the page editor.
Removing pre-configured or user-defined pages from the system.
Using the simulator to familiarize with unit functions without live data.
Choosing data files to use with the simulator for realistic scenarios.
Recommended maintenance procedures to keep the unit in good condition.
How to back up and export system data like waypoints, routes, and settings.
Shows how to access panel-specific menus with or without an active cursor.
Overview of the various settings dialogs available on the NSO-II system.
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