9.5Overlay satellite or aerial photos

If land is shown on your Chart screen, you can overlay this with satellite photos or aerial photos, if these are available from C-Map for that area.

To overlay satellite or aerial photos:

1.Display the Chart screen.

2.Select Chart Overlays. The Sat/Aerial Photos button shows the current setting. Select the button if you want to toggle to the other setting. If it's:

ƒOn, the land will be replaced by satellite photos or aerial photos if these are available. You may need to zoom in on the land area to display the photo overlays.

ƒOff, the land is drawn graphically.

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

4.When you are finished, select Return.

9.6Overlay the ports and marinas

You can overlay the locations of the ports and marinas on your Chart screen.

If you overlay the ports and marinas, you can select a port or marina then show the details about it, such as the number of berths, (See Page 53)

To overlay the ports and marinas:

1.Display the Chart screen.

2.Select Chart Overlays. The Ports & Marinas button shows the current setting. Select the button if you want to toggle to the other setting. If it's:

ƒ

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On, the ports and marinas symbols are shown. Off, the ports and marina symbols are hidden.

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

4.When you are finished, select Return.

9.7Overlay roads, terrain, SAR and/or GMDSS areas

If land is drawn on your Chart screen or overlain with satellite photos or aerial photos, you can overlay any or all of the following:

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the main road network and other symbols that show sites of interest, such as tourist spots and public car parks.

the terrain

SAR (Search and Rescue areas)

GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System)

If you overlay the roads and other symbols, you can select a symbol and show the details of that site of interest; (See Page 53)

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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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