1. PRINCIPLE OF NAVTEX SYSTEM

NAV area

Country

Station

Latitude Longitude

Freq.

(kHz)

Area (nm)

Station

ID

Broadcast schedule (UTC)

III

Bulgaria

Varna

43 04 N

27 46 E

518

350

J

0130, 0530, 0930, 1330, 1730, 2130

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Croatia

Split radio

43 30 N

16 29 E

518

85

Q

0240, 0640, 1040, 1440, 1840, 2240

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cyprus

Cypradio

35 03 N

33 17 E

518

200

M

0200, 0600, 1000, 1400, 1800, 2200

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Egypt

Alexandria

31 12 N

29 52 E

518

350

N

0210, 0610, 1010, 1410, 1810, 2210

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Serapeum

30 28 N

32 22 E

4209.5

400

X

0750, 1150

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

France

Toulon

43 06 N

05 59 E

518

250

W

0340, 0740, 1340, 1540, 1940, 2340

 

 

 

 

 

 

490

250

S

0300, 0700, 1100, 1500, 1900, 2300

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Greece

Iraklion

35 20 N

25 07 E

518

280

H

0110, 0510, 0910, 1310, 1710, 2110

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kerkyra

39 37 N

19 55 E

518

280

K

0140, 0540, 0940, 1340, 1740, 2140

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Limnos

39 52 N

25 04 E

518

280

L

0150, 0550, 0950, 1350, 1750, 2150

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Israel

Haifa

32 49 N

35 00 E

518

200

P

0020, 0420, 0820, 1220, 1620, 2020

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Italy

Roma

41 48 N

12 31 E

518

320

R

0250, 0650, 1050, 1450, 1850, 2250

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Augusta

37 14 N

15 14 E

518

320

V

0330, 0730, 1130, 1530, 1930, 2330

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cagliari

39 14 N

09 14 E

518

320

T

0310, 0710, 1110, 1510, 1910, 2310

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trieste

45 41 N

13 46 E

518

320

U

0320, 0720, 1120, 1520, 1920, 2320

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Malta

Malta

35 49 N

14 32 E

518

400

O

0220, 0620, 1020, 1420, 1820, 2220

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Russian

Novorossiysk

44 42 N

37 44 E

518

300

A

0300, 0700, 1100, 1500, 1900, 2300

 

Federation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spain

Cabo de la Nao

38 43 N

00 09 E

518

300

X

0350, 0750, 1150, 1550, 1950, 2350

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turkey

Istanbul

41 04 N

28 57 E

518

300

D

0030, 0430, 0830, 1230, 1630, 2030

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Samsun

41 17 N

36 20 E

518

300

E

0040, 0440, 0840, 1240, 1640, 2040

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antalya

36 53 N

30 42 E

518

300

F

0050, 0450, 0850, 1250, 1650, 2050

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Izmir

38 22 N

26 36 E

518

300

I

0120, 0520, 0920, 1320, 1720, 2120

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ukraine

Mariupol

47 06 N

37 33 E

518

280

B

0100, 0500, 0900, 1300, 1700, 2100

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Odessa

46 29 N

30 44 E

518

280

C

0230, 0630, 1030, 1430, 1830, 2230

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IV

Bermuda

Bermuda

32 23 N

64 41 W

518

280

B

0010, 0410, 0810, 1210, 1610, 2010

(UK)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Canada

Riviere-au-Renard

50 11 N

66 07 W

518

300

C

0020, 0420, 0820, 1220, 1620, 2020

 

D

0035, 0435, 0835, 1235, 1635, 2035

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wiarton

44 20 N

81 10 W

518

300

H

0110, 0510, 0910, 1310, 1710, 2110

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

St. Johns

47 30 N

52 40 W

518

300

O

0220, 0620, 1020, 1420, 1820, 2220

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thunder Bay

48 25 N

89 20 W

518

300

P

0230, 0630, 1030, 1430, 1830, 2230

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sydney, NS

46 10 N

60 00 W

518

300

Q

0240, 0640, 1040, 1440, 1840, 2240

 

 

J

0255, 0655, 1055, 1455, 1855, 2255

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yarmouth

43 45 N

66 10 W

518

300

U

0320, 0720, 1120, 1520, 1920, 2320

 

 

V

0335, 0735, 1135, 1535, 1935, 2335

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Furuno NX-700A manual Iii

NX-700A specifications

The Furuno NX-700A is an advanced navigation system designed specifically for professional mariners and commercial vessels. Known for its robust performance and precision, it integrates state-of-the-art technology to enhance safety and efficiency at sea. One of the most notable features of the NX-700A is its dual-channel frequency system, which allows for improved target detection and tracking capabilities. This dual-channel operation ensures that the system can differentiate between multiple targets, reducing the risk of collisions and enhancing situational awareness.

Another significant aspect of the NX-700A is its high-resolution display. The system is equipped with a large LCD screen that provides clear and detailed graphical representations of surrounding waters, including navigational aids and potential hazards. The intuitive interface allows for easy operation even in challenging conditions, ensuring that crews can concentrate on their primary task: safe navigation.

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The NX-700A also features robust connectivity options, including NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 support. This allows the system to interface seamlessly with other onboard equipment, such as autopilots, engine monitoring systems, and electronic chart plotters. Such integration enhances operational efficiency and aids in maintaining a central command point for navigation.

Marine safety is further bolstered with the NX-700A's built-in man-overboard function, which provides rapid and precise positioning information in emergency situations. The system can also store critical navigational data, which can be accessed quickly during emergencies, contributing to enhanced safety protocols on board.

In summary, the Furuno NX-700A is a sophisticated navigation solution that combines high-resolution displays, advanced GPS technology, dual-channel frequency systems, and robust connectivity. Whether used in fishing vessels, cargo ships, or pleasure yachts, the NX-700A stands out as a reliable tool for enhancing maritime safety and navigation efficiency. With its user-friendly interface and essential features, it embodies the modern requirements of marine navigation technology.