Keys on the 12 inch Display Processor | NorthStar Navigation 8000I

2.5The keys on the 12 inch Display Processor

The "keys" are physical keys that you can depress. The following keys are shown on your 12" Display Processor:

	A	DISPLAY	Press once to show the single pane options; press again to show the
			page options.

	B	CONTROL	If the control panel is hidden, press once to show it.
			On a multi-pane screen, press once to make the next pane the active
			pane. Repeat if necessary.
			On a multi-pane screen, where you have expanded the active pane
			to full size, press to show the next pane at full size. Repeat if
			necessary.

	C	Rotary knob	Turn left (counter-clockwise) to scroll down or decrease a value or
			setting.
			Turn right (clockwise) to scroll up or increase a value or setting.

	D	Cancel	Press to cancel or exit.
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NorthStar Navigation 8000I operation manual Keys on the 12 inch Display Processor

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.

At the heart of the NorthStar 8000i is its advanced GPS integration, which delivers precise positioning and navigation capabilities. The system supports multiple satellite systems, allowing for exceptional accuracy and reliability in determining a vessel's location, even in challenging conditions. The 8000i uses Differential GPS (DGPS) to further improve positional precision, making it suitable for commercial vessels and recreational boaters alike.

One of the standout features of the NorthStar 8000i is its large, high-resolution color display, which presents information in a clear and accessible manner. The screen offers customizable layouts, allowing users to prioritize the data they find most critical. The interface is designed with simplicity in mind, enabling users to access navigation tools, charts, and other features quickly and easily.

The NorthStar 8000i is equipped with advanced cartography options, including support for a variety of chart formats. Users can choose between vector and raster charts, ensuring that they can find the best option for their specific needs. The system also supports both local and regional data, providing an extensive coverage area for vessels operating in different waters.

In terms of connectivity, the 8000i features integrated networking capabilities, allowing it to interface seamlessly with other marine electronics such as radar systems, autopilots, and AIS transceivers. This interoperability enhances situational awareness and provides a comprehensive picture of the marine environment around the vessel.

The rugged design of the NorthStar 8000i ensures that it can withstand the challenging conditions often encountered at sea. Built to be weatherproof and durable, this navigation system is ready for any marine adventure.

To summarize, the NorthStar Navigation 8000i combines cutting-edge GPS technology with user-friendly designs and exceptional features, making it a top choice for navigators seeking reliable marine navigation solutions. With its accuracy, customizable interfaces, and robust construction, the 8000i is engineered to meet the diverse needs of modern sailors, whether for leisure or professional undertakings.

Contents

Northstar Important Safety and Warning Information Important Safety InformationPage Minimum safe Vertical beam Distance Watts per m² Scanner Warranty Disclaimer Contents Chart Set up the chart library Use the chart views 3D Steer Sounder 101 Radar 123 Measure range and bearing 139 Entertainment 162 Video jukebox options 179 Glossary Welcome to the Northstar Networking How to use this manual Conventions Introduction to the Northstar Turn on Turn off To turn off the 8000i using a 12 Display ProcessorKeys on the 15 inch Monitor Menu Keys on the remote keypad Control Keys on the 12 inch Display Processor Single pane options How to select an itemButtons To select an item with the touch screen What is the active pane? What are pages? Expand a small pane Cycle through the panes on a Edit a Select aSounder, Cruising, and Fishing Adjust the brightness on the 15 inch Monitor Set up the Northstar 8000i basicsAdjust the brightness on a 12 inch Display Processor Turn the keypad beeps on or off Adjust the volumeTurn the keypad backlight on or off Show/hide the instruments bar Select a paletteShow/hide the control panel Show/hide the top control bar Select the time format When you are finished, select InstallationSelect your time zone Select the large scale distance units Select the temperature unitsSelect the small scale distance units Select the depth units Select the volume units for liquidsSelect the speed units Select the pressure units When you are finished, select Vessel StatisticsSpecify your vessel statistics Chart What does the C-MAP PRO Chart Manager screen show? Set up the chart libraryDisplay the C-MAP MAX Pro Chart Manager screen Select + Chart Select C-Map Chart Manager Chart Manager control panel Chart Manager icons Collection is installed on Different ways to choose a chart collection Information on C-Map chart licenses and subscriptionsPurchase or rent? Page Purchase a chart license over the internet Purchase a chart license over the phone Purchase a chart license through a dealer Install the chart data Load the chart licensesSelect + Chart, then C-Map Chart Manager Touch Install All in Control Panel Touch Install Selected Update charts over the internet Uninstall chart collections Update the database by DVDEnter C-Map MAX Pro Chart Manager Page Display the chart screen Chart screen basicsTo display the chart screen You can either What does the chart screen show? Instant GoTo Display your current position in real timeDisplay your current position data GoTo or show a Lat/Long coordinate Pan the chart Zoom in or out on a chart screenZoom in or out on part of a chart screen What is the chart orientation? Change the chart viewThere are three choices of chart orientation Change the chart orientation What is the vessel offset mode? Select the level of chart detail Select the vessel offset modeShow details about an object on the chart Show range and bearing between two points Show range and bearing from your vesselDistance button, select Return Select Distance and a new control panel appears Show Predictor button, select Settings Customize the chart screenWhat is the course predictor line? Show/hide the course predictor line What is the chart guard zone? Keep your vessel in view on the chart screenSelect the vessel symbol Settings button, select Return Select Settings Set up the chart guard zone Turn the chart guard zone on or off Guard Zone button, select Settings Select the default icon for a waypointSelect the default icon for an event mark Set the deep water contour Chart Presentation button, select Settings Show/hide the chart boundariesShow/hide your current track Show/hide shade safe depths Select Chart Presentation, then select More Chart SettingsShow/hide the Lat/Long grid overlay Show/hide the light sectors Select Chart OverlaysWhat are light sectors? Show/hide tidal flow and currents Default settings for the chart views Use the chart viewsFive chart views have the following default settings Page Overlay the radar Use the chart overlaysTransmit Adjust the radar opacity Adjust the settings for the radarChange the radar mode Select Chart Overlays, then select Radar Settings Overlay the ports and marinas Overlay satellite or aerial photosOverlay roads, terrain, SAR and/or Gmdss areas Select Chart Overlays, then More Overlays Create a waypoint Use waypointsCreate an event mark Hide a waypoint Select and show a waypoint on the chartDelete a waypoint Stop navigating to a waypoint Navigate to a waypoint10.8 Set/remove the warning zone for a waypoint Display the waypoint details Find a waypointSelect the waypoint, then select Waypoint Details Change the waypoint details Display the waypoints library Delete a waypoint from the Waypoints Library Use routes and waypoints Copy an existing route ƒ Off, a new waypoint is located exactly where you choose Create a new route Move a waypoint in a route When you are finished, select FinishAdd a new waypoint into a route Add a waypoint to the start or end of the route Remove a waypoint from a route using the Routes Library Remove a waypoint from a route using the Chart screen ƒ select Edit Route then select Remove Waypoint Change the order of the waypoints in a routeAdd an existing waypoint to a route Return Select and follow a route from the Routes Library Display the Routes LibrarySelect and follow a route with GoTo Stop following a route Follow a routeNavigate to the previous or next waypoint Select the route that you want to follow, then select OK Delete a route Hide an inactive routeReverse your route Select GoTo then select Reset XTE Reset the XTE on an active route or waypointDisplay and/or change the route details Set up routes to be shown or hidden Show the route length and estimated travel timePage Set up navigation Select the bearing mode Select the variation source Set the manual variation Set the look ahead distance to update chart Select the position data format Set the center circle to update chart Set the angle delay to update the chart Set the waypoint arrival distance Select whether to continue navigating at the route end Display the 3D Chart screen Introduction to 3D ChartReposition the 3D Chart screen to show your vessel Rotate the view of the 3D Chart manually Pan the 3D Chart to show new areasChange the azimuth setting on 3D Chart Change the camera angle for 3D Chart Change the elevation manually Enhance the vertical scale Change the vessel modeShow/hide the bathymetric data Overlay satellite or aerial photos on 3D Chart Synchronize 3D Chart and the chart screenPage Display the 3D Steer screen When to reset the XTE14 3D Steer What does 3D Steer show? 100 Use the sounder SounderHow the sounder works Display the sounder screen What does the sounder screen show? Change the scroll speed What does the sounder status bar show?Depth at the current cursor position Change the palette Palette button, select SettingsShow/hide the depth value Show/hide the depth line Change the sounder operating modeAuto Mode button, select Return Move the depth line When to use 50 kHz, 200 kHz, or mixed frequency Select a split 50/200 kHz screen Select 50 kHz, 200 kHz or mixed frequency screenFrequency button, select Return Select a split zoom screen What is zoom range and zoom range shift?Change the zoom range shift Select a split bottom lock screen Change the ratio of a split screen What is the A-Scope? Show/hide the A-Scope Change the ratio of the A-Scope Problems with fish arches? How to interpret the sounder screensWhat are fish arches? How to recognize the type of bottom How to recognize different types of fishHow to recognize and avoid shadows How the water depth and scroll speed affect the history Factors that affect the echo strength Change the sounder range and gain What is gain?Change the gain setting Gain and Filters button, select Return What is the gain threshold? Change the gain threshold Turn the auto range on or off What is auto range and range shift?Auto Range can be set On or Off Change the range Change the range shiftRange, Zoom and Split button, select Return Set up the sounder Change the transducer depth Change the water temperature averaging time Change the water temperature offsetChange the sounders speed offset Change the zoom range Change the sounders speed filterReturn Select Range, Zoom, and Split 122 How the radar works RadarWhat are the radar modes? 124 Display the radar screen Use the radarStart the radar transmitting Stop the radar transmitting What does the radar screen show? What is the radar orientation? What does the radar status bar show? Customize the position of the PPI center Change the radar orientationChange the radar range offset Orientation button, select Return Set the PPI position to Look Ahead or Center Select True or Relative Motion modeOrientation button, select Return Select Orientation Reset the TM position Adjust Radar button, select Return Select Adjust Radar Change the radar gain modeOptimize the quality of the radar display What is sea clutter? Change the radar gain settingChange the sea clutter mode Change the sea clutter setting What is rain clutter? Reduce interference from other radars Change the rain settingPresentation button, select Return Select Presentation 135 Customize the radar screen Show/hide the North indicatorChange the radar palette Show/hide the range rings Show/hide the heading markerShow/hide the active waypoint on radar Show/hide the active route on radar Show/hide waypoint or route details on radar Find range and bearing with the cursor Measure range and bearingShow/hide a VRM/EBL Find range and bearing with fixed VRM/EBL Find range and bearing with floating VRM/EBL Set the EBL reference bearing Make small targets more easy to see Target presentationTurn off or customize target trails Remove target trails from the radar Turn a radar guard zone on or off What is a radar guard zone?Use the radar guard zones Guard Zones button, select Return Select Guard Zones Customize a radar guard zone Set the sensitivity of the radar guard zone alarmGuard Zones button, select Return 147 When you are finished, select Radar Set up the radarChange the radar startup mode Change the radar antenna height Change the range of the radar Change the radar bearing alignment 150 Select an instrument panel Choose how to view the instrumentsInstruments Rename an instrument panel Resize an instrument Select the color scheme for an instrument panelChange the layout of the instrument panel Select Panel button, select Return Add an instrument Delete an instrument When you are finished, select Save ChangesCreate an instrument panel Delete an instrument panel Select Config, then select Panel Config Which alarms can be changed? AlarmsView the current settings for an alarm Change the upper or lower trigger settings for an alarm Turn an alarm On/OffSet the alarm audio Set the delay for an alarm Trigger an alarm in case of a loss of input data View the alarm log Acknowledge one or more alarms Acknowledge All Reset an alarm Set an anchor alarm Entertainment Show multiple entertainment panes Turn the volume up or downWhat file formats are supported? Manage your media files with a portable drive Copy media files to a portable drive Copy media files from a portable drive Delete media files from a portable drive Play media files from a portable driveFiles must be in WMA, MP3, MPEG, WMV or AVI format 167 Delete an item from the music library Entertainment Delete a video from the video library Use the music jukebox Select and play music from the jukebox Repeat the whole album or playlist in the jukebox Pause playing music from the jukeboxPlay the previous or next track in the music jukebox To change an albums cover art Change an albums cover artCreate and name a new playlist To create a new playlist Delete a playlist Change a playlistPlay tracks randomly in the album or playlist Select Create/Edit Playlist, then choose Select Playlist Edit an item in the music library View the music details Select and play a playlist Queue more music Set random play On/Off on a music CD 35 CD/DVD optionsPlay a music CD Select a particular track on a music CD Pause playing a music CD Set repeat play On/Off on a music CDPlay the previous or next track on a music CD Resume playing a music CD Stop and eject a music CD Select and play a video Video jukebox optionsYou can use the video jukebox options to Stop or restart a video Play a video in full screen modePause or resume playing a video Fast forward a video Play a different video Rewind a videoSet repeat play On/Off for a video To play a different video Play a DVD Play a DVD in full screen modeDVD options Show the DVD menu Play the previous or next scene on a DVD Play or resume playing a DVDStop or restart a DVD Fast forward a DVD Stop and eject a DVD Rewind a DVDTo rewind a DVD When you are finished, select Entertainment Change the automatic ejection setting for music CDsSet the volume levels for the entertainment applications Manage your Media Libraries Set the location of the media library Select and play the Video Aux In source Video AuxWhat video formats are supported? Select the audio source for Video Aux Play Video Aux In in full screen mode What types of camera are supported? View the camera in full screen modeCamera Add the camera to the network Restore settings and information How to clean the touch screenHow to clean a display unit Maintain the Northstar Upgrading the 8000i system Technical support, service and repairsFind the software version number Select Calibrate next to Calibrate Touch Screen There two types of upgrade for a 8000i processor Camera screen goes blank or camera isnt available TroubleshootingTouch screen is inaccurate Sounder Bottom is not displayed Radar shows random or grouped dots Radar overlay doesnt appear on the chart screenRadar shows random signals in center Radar shows different patterns on each sweep 42.15 3D Chart photo overlays switch off Charts wont display42.14 3D Chart wont display photo overlays Radar shows false echoes and/or background noise Select Restore Global Settings Restore routes, tracks, and waypointsRestore global settings Select Routes Tracks and Waypoints Gray screen with message Master name unavailable Restore local settingsSelect Restore Local Settings See Networking the 8000i for more information Glossary An advanced home theatre sound Final waypoint in a routeType of fuel. See also gasoline and petrol Representation of a fish on the screen as a raw echo return Type of fuel Method of displaying information without using colourUnit of volume equal to 1.20094 US gallons Way of grouping music by style, e.g. Rock, Classical Camera attached to the mast Unit of volumeDisable the audio output List of options displayed on screen Waypoint that you are steering towards Chart is displayed with North at the top of the screenAdvance to the next track of the CD or DVD Play the selected track or tracks See Range Charting Power output of the sonar transmissionRange and bearing between two points selected on the chart Set of software instructions for a computer Speed at which the display moves across the screen Setting to display the track of the boat over the chartList of stored routes An area that cannot be reached by the sonar pulse List of tracks recorded and stored on the database Sudden change of temperature over a short vertical distanceUnit of volume equal to 0.833 Imperial gallons List of stored waypoints in the database Area of the display that is enlarged Portion of the display screen that shows the zoomed area Index 124 168 206 208 209 147 56, 71 211 212 Man Overboard Page United States Europe Northstar

2.5The keys on the 12 inch Display Processor

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pane. Repeat if necessary.

8000I specifications