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HeadUp will operate all the time, even when you're not moving. However, if you're using the GPS to provide the heading, HeadUp operates only when you're underway so, when you stop, the Chart screen displays the NorthUp orientation until you get underway again, because there is no heading data from the GPS when you're stationary.

CourseUp. The chart rotates under your vessel as you travel, so the active leg of your route is always pointing to the top of the screen. This means that when you're on course, the boat symbol is also pointing to the top of the screen. If there's no active route, the Chart screen will temporarily display the HeadUp orientation.

NorthUp. North is always at the top of the screen. The boat symbol rotates on the chart to show the direction in which your vessel is heading.

NOTE: In HeadUp or CourseUp mode, the chart rotates only when your vessel changes course by more than the amount specified (see "Set the angle delay to update the chart" page 91) . This avoids continuous re-adjustments.

6.12Change the chart orientation

You can set the chart orientation to HeadUp, NorthUp, or CourseUp. For more information, (see "What is the chart orientation?" page 51)

Whatever the chart orientation, there is always an indicator in the top left corner of the Chart screen that shows True North.

If you change this setting, it's also changed on any other display units that are showing the same chart view.

To change the chart orientation:

1.Display the Chart screen and the control panel, then select the chart view that you want to change.

2.If you can't see the Chart Orientation button, select Settings.

3.The Chart Orientation button shows the current setting. Select the button if you want to change to another setting and a drop down list of choices appears.

4.Select the new setting. The new setting is shown immediately and stays until you change it again.

6.13What is the vessel offset mode?

When Show Vessel is On (see "Keep your vessel in view on the chart screen" page 57), there is a choice of two modes that you can use to show your vessel's position on the Chart screen:

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Look Ahead. Your vessel is positioned towards the edge of the Chart screen, to give you a good view of what lies ahead. When your vessel has travelled a certain distance, the Chart screen scrolls automatically to reposition your vessel and maintain a good view of what lies ahead. To change the distance to be travelled before the Chart screen scrolls automatically, (see "Set the look ahead distance to update chart" page 89)

Center. Your vessel is shown in central area of the Chart screen, travelling towards the edge. When your vessel moves a certain distance out of the

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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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