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NorthStar Navigation 8000I operation manual Set the sensitivity of the radar guard zone alarm

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26.3Set the sensitivity of the radar guard zone alarm

You can set the sensitivity of the radar guard zone alarm to define the size of the target that will trigger the alarm. The size of target is shown as a percentage.

100% is maximum sensitivity, meaning that very small targets will trigger the guard zone alarm. 0% is minimum sensitivity, meaning that only very large targets will trigger the alarm. 50% is the default.

The same sensitivity setting is applied to both of the radar guard zones if both are activated.

To set the sensitivity of the guard zone alarm:

1.Display the Radar screen and the control panel. If you can't see the

Guard Zones button, select Return.

2.Select Guard Zones. The Guard Zone Sensitivity button shows the current sensitivity setting as a percentage.

3.Select Guard Zone Sensitivity if you want to change the current setting and a slider box appears. The current setting is shown as a solid bar of color and as a percentage.

4.Drag the bar or use the rotary knob to change the alarm sensitivity setting. Select OK to confirm the new setting.

5.The new setting is applied immediately and stays until you change it again.

6.When you are finished, select Return.

26.4Customize a radar guard zone

There are two radar guard zones, Guard Zone 1 and Guard Zone 2. You can customize each one, independently of the other, to suit your own preferences. The changes are applied to all the Radar screens.

You can change the size, shape, and location of each radar guard zone. You can also set up the trigger for the radar guard zone alarm.

To customize a radar guard zone:

1.Display the Radar screen and the control panel. If you can't see the

Guard Zones button, select Return.

2.Select Guard Zones then select:

ƒSetup Zone 1 if you want to customize guard zone 1, or

ƒSetup Zone 2 if you want to customize guard zone 2.

3.A new control panel is displayed. Each button shows the current settings for that radar guard zone. You can either:

•touch and drag a boundary to change it (if you have a touch screen), or

•select:

ƒZone Shape to toggle the shape between a sector (wedge shape) or a circle (a circular band surrounding your vessel). Sector is the default.

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8000I specifications

The NorthStar Navigation 8000i is a sophisticated marine navigation solution designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of marine operations. Utilizing the latest technology and innovative features, the 8000i provides users with a comprehensive navigation tool that is both user-friendly and highly reliable.

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