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Raymarine C140w, C90w manual Using the fishfinder

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Chapter 12: Using the fishfinder

Chapter contents

•12.1 Fishfinder introduction on page 150

•12.2 The sonar image on page 151

•12.3 Fishfinder presets on page 153

•12.4 Fishfinder display modes on page 154

•12.5 Fishfinder range on page 157

•12.6 Fishfinder presentation options on page 159

•12.7 Fishfinder waypoints on page 164

•12.8 Fishfinder alarms on page 165

•12.9 Setting up your fishfinder on page 166

Using the fishfinder

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Raymarine C140w, C90w manual Using the fishfinder

Contents

Page Page Trademarks and registered trademarks Page Contents Using AIS 133 Using the Course Deviation Indicator 145 Customizing your display 207 Important Information Safety noticesDisclaimers TFT LCD DisplaysWater ingress EMC conformance CompactFlash cardsSuppression ferrites Connections to other equipmentProduct disposal Warranty registrationIMO and Solas Technical accuracyHandbook information Series handbooks User reference handbook information 2.2 About this manualSeries handbooks Description Part number Additional handbooks Description Part numberGetting started Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity Multifunction display system integrationAIS Powering the Display Off Powering the display on/offPowering the display on Controls Using the cursor Using buttons and softkeysLabel Feature Application List of cursor labelsSelecting a page set and application Navigating pages and menusDisplaying applications Selecting an application window Screen information Accessing a menu Using menusEditing dialog box information Status iconsInitial setup procedures Initial setupSetting the language, date/time, and units of measurement Adjusting the display lightingSystem setup menu Bearing Mode Menu item Description Options TD SetupChain Slave 1/2Menu item Description Options Settings Reset Ground Trip ResetReset Defaults Settings and DataUnits Setup Menu item Description Options Date/Time SetupTemperature Units Volume UnitsSeaTalk Alarms If Nmea Output SetupData Alarms If you Heading If Nmea Port SettingEnable Password Menu item Description Options Waypoint PasswordSetup Change PasswordSeries Widescreen user reference Managing display data Inserting a CompactFlash card CompactFlash cards overviewPress the card eject button Removing a CompactFlash CardSaving data to a CompactFlash card Writing and retrieving dataRetrieving data from a CompactFlash card Erasing data from a CompactFlash cardOperating a networked display Transferring data using a PCTransferring waypoint and route data ExceptionsDesignating a Data Master Display Designating the master displayUsing waypoints Waypoints Waypoints in the Fishfinder Application Waypoints in the CDI and 3D chart applicationsHow waypoints are shown in different applications Displaying the waypoint list Waypoint placementWaypoint navigation Navigating to a waypoint using the Wpts MOB buttonNavigating to an existing waypoint selected on screen To stop navigating to a waypointEditing a waypoint Changing a waypoint symbolChanging waypoint details Moving a waypointErasing waypoints Waypoint groups Changing the default waypoint groupDisplaying the waypoint group list Making a new waypoint groupShowing and hiding waypoint groups Password protecting your waypointsErasing a waypoint group Disabling password protection for waypoints Specifying a password for waypointsChanging the waypoints password Using the chart Ensure safe navigation Chart application overviewWhat the chart displays Using the chart safelyChart datum Chart cardsSelecting the chart setup menu Chart setupChart setup menu options Menu item Description Options Object InformationVector Width Menu item Description Options Vector LengthRoute Width Menu item Description Options Record Vessel TrackRecord Vessel Menu item Description Options Track IntervalVessel Track By menu Track By menuCartography setup menu options Selecting the cartography setup menuMenu item Description Options Spot Soundings Safety ContourDepth Contour Menu item Description Options Hide RocksMenu item Description Options Marine Features Menu item Description Options Nav. Marks SymbolsLand Features Light SectorsZooming in and out Moving around the chartNavigating to the cursor position on the chart Chart presentationChanging the chart display Working with multiple chart viewsSelecting local or system chart view Chart orientationNorth Up N-up Head Up H-upSetting the chart orientation Setting the motion modePress the Chart Mode and Orientation softkey Maintaining a view of your navigationEnabling chart offset Chart offsetChanging the chart offset value True Motion TMResetting the chart offset value Chart layers Aerial photo overlayEnabling aerial photo overlay Specifying aerial overlay opacityRadar overlay AIS objects Bathymetric dataRange rings 3D chart view locatorChart vectors Enabling and disabling chart vectors Decluttering the chartDecluttering the chart display Displaying details of tides and currentsAnimated tide and current information Symbol DescriptionDisplaying details of currents Viewing animated tide and current informationUsing the port search option Additional chart informationUsing the cursor to find a port Controlling tide and current animationsDisplaying details of objects and features Displaying details of services and points of interestBusiness services and points of interest symbols How to locate your vessel Locating your vessel on the chart displayDisplaying pilot book information Displaying panoramic photosWaypoint editing Waypoint navigationShowing and hiding waypoint symbols Hiding a waypoint on the chart displayWaypoint appearance Showing and hiding waypoint namesRoutes Building a route using new waypointsBuilding a route Building a routeBuilding a route using the waypoint list Building a route using existing waypointsNavigation Options softkey Building a route from a trackPress the Create Route from Track softkey Building a route from the current trackBuilding a route from a saved track Adding a waypoint at the start of a routeDisplaying route details using the route list Displaying route details using the cursorDisplaying the route list Displaying route detailsFollowing a route in reverse order Following a route using quick routePress the Follow Route Options softkey Editing a route Reversing a route Erasing a routeRemoving a waypoint from a route Creating a track TracksDisplaying the track list Creating a TrackErasing a track Editing a trackPress the Review and Edit Tracks softkey Changing the name or color of a trackRepositioning the chart ruler Positioning the chart rulerClearing the chart ruler Measuring distances and bearingsUsing the 3D chart Uses for the 3D Chart 3D chart overviewSafety Selecting the 3D chart setup menu 3D chart setup3D chart setup menu options Function Description Options3D chart view modes 3D chart cards3D chart display overview 3D Chart View Options Enabling or disabling the 3D chart depth scale 3D chart depth scale3D chart vessel view modes Changing the 3D chart vessel view modeAerial photo overlay on 3D chart Using the 2D and 3D charts together 3D Chart NavigationDisplaying 2D and 3D charts simultaneously 2D and 3D chart synchronizationSynchronizing the 2D and 3D charts Press the Chart Mode and Presentation softkeyDisplaying the 3D view locator on the 2D chart Using autopilot control Disengaging the autopilot in an emergency Autopilot status symbolsAutopilot control Pilot Control dialogDisengaging the autopilot Enabling the autopilot control functionEngaging the autopilot Silencing autopilot alarms Autopilot alarmsSilencing autopilot alarms and disengaging autopilot Autopilot control optionsUsing radar Radar Radar Status Mode Icon Description of status Radar scanner power modesRadar overview Digital radarMaximum radar range Powering the radar scanner on and offRadar range and image quality Indirect Echoes Radar image qualitySide Lobes Blind Sectors Multiple EchoesSea Clutter Rain or Snow ClutterInterference Radar display overviewDual range radar operation digital scanners only Using Dual Range with SuperHD radarLimitations Dual Range Range covered OperationPress the Radar Mode & Operation softkey Radar mode and orientationEnabling Dual Range radar operation Selecting long or short range radar operationNorth Up N-UP Course Up C-UP Selecting the radar orientation modeSelecting the radar motion mode Press the Radar Mode and Orientation softkeyChanging the radar vessel offset Radar motion modes overviewTuning method Related options Description Radar tuning Digital scannersOffshore SuperHD Controls110 Series Widescreen user reference Auto Rejection thisExpansion Adjusting digital radar gain presets Selecting digital radar gain presetsAdjusting digital radar preset gain Adjusting digital radar color gainSelecting the enhance echoes functions Selecting a digital radar color paletteAdjusting the radar tune control Radar tuning Analog scannersEnabling radar expansion Enabling radar wakesUsing radar 115 Automatically adjusts For high levels of sea Clutter Using radar 117 Adjusting analog radar FTC function Adjusting analog radar gainAdjusting analog radar rain function Adjusting analog radar sea gainEnabling radar wakes Enabling radar expansionDisplaying the waypoint list Hiding a waypoint on the radar displayMeasuring using the range rings Using radar to measure distances, ranges, and bearingsMeasuring using the cursor Measuring using Variable Range Markers VRMsMeasuring using combined VRM and EBL Measuring using Electronic Bearing Lines EBLsCreating a floating VRM or EBL on the radar display Measuring using floating VRM and EBLCreating a VRM or EBL on the radar display Using the radar range rings Using radar to track targets and avoid collisionsSetting up a radar guard zone Unfloating a VRM or EBL on the radar displaySafety notices Enabling and disabling radar warning alarmsMarpa overview How a Marpa risk is assessedTrue mode Status symbols for Marpa targetsRelative mode Setting up MarpaMarpa options Displaying vessel vectors CPA graphicsParameter Descriptions Options Vector Length Parameter Descriptions Options Target HistorySelecting the radar alarms setup menu Radar alarmsUsing Marpa Acquiring a Marpa target to track Cancelling a Marpa targetRadar setup menu options Setting up your radarColor Palette Parking OffsetAntenna Size Timed ReferenceTransmit Period132 Series Widescreen user reference Using AIS How AIS Works AIS Simulator ModeAIS overview AIS prerequisites Class a Class B Data Receive Send Classes of AIS dataEnabling and disabling AIS vectors Enabling or disabling AISDisplaying AIS vectors Enabling and disabling AIS silent mode AIS status symbolsAIS silent mode Target type Description Symbol AIS target symbolsViewing AIS target information Displaying detailed AIS target informationDisplaying safety-critical AIS information Using AIS to avoid collisionsSafety Messages Safe ZonesParameter Description Options Own Vessel Safe Zone AIS optionsParameter Description Options Vector Length Acknowledging AIS alarms AIS alarmsBuddy tracking Enabling and disabling buddy trackingAdding a vessel to your buddy list from AIS target list Adding a vessel to your buddy listAdding a vessel to your buddy list from main menu Editing a buddy’s detailsPress the Buddy Data Auto on OFF softkey Deleting a buddyDisplaying additional buddy information Using the Course Deviation Indicator 146 Series Widescreen user reference Monitoring Your Course Using CDI Using the CDI ApplicationFollowing a route using the CDI application Going to a waypoint using the CDI application148 Series Widescreen user reference Using the fishfinder Fishfinder screen Fishfinder introductionFishfinder overview Example fishfinder screenHow the fishfinder works Interpreting the seabed using sonarSonar image Factors influencing the sonar display Display modes Fishfinder presetsClutter / Background noise Selecting a fishfinder display mode Selecting a fishfinder presetFishfinder zoom mode Preset 3 Shallow orFishfinder A-Scope mode Bottom Lock Enabling the Fishfinder A-Scope ModeFishfinder range Adjusting the bottom lock range/positionEnabling Bottom Lock RangeChanging the fishfinder depth range Using fishfinder range shiftFishfinder presentation options Adjusting the fishfinder gain manuallySonar gain ManualAdjusting the fishfinder color threshold Adjusting the fishfinder color gainFishfinder color gain Fishfinder color thresholdAdjusting the fishfinder time varied gain Fishfinder powerAdjusting the fishfinder power Depth and distance with the fishfinderMeasuring depth and distance with VRM Fishfinder scrollingDual / Single frequency fishfinder Enabling dual frequency transducers Fishfinder waypointsPlacing a Waypoint on the Fishfinder Display Fishfinder alarms setup Fishfinder alarmsSetting up fishfinder alarms Fishfinder setup menu options Setting up your fishfinderOpening the fishfinder setup menu Sonar frequency Fishfinder preset configurationTransducer and DSM settings Menu Item Description Options Ping Rate Limit per Ping EnableSecond Fishfinder Transducer CalibrationMenu Item Description Options Depth Offset Temperature OffsetWaterline Speed OffsetUsing the engine monitor Displaying the engine monitor application Engine monitor overviewChanging what the engine monitor displays Setting up the engine monitor applicationSilencing engine monitor alarms Using the data application List of pre-configured data panels Pre-configured data in the data applicationData application overview Way Fish Sail Naviga Point Route Ing Data Tion panel PanelXTE Selecting a pre-configured data panelSelecting customized data in the data application Customizing the data applicationRenaming data panels in the data application Changing the size of data panels in the data applicationUsing the weather application North America only Adding the weather application to a page set Weather application setupWeather application overview Selecting weather graphics Weather symbolsWeather application display overview Surface observation station symbols Storm tracks symbolsSurface pressure symbols Wave information symbols Wind speed symbolsCanadian radar precipitation color codes NOWRad precipitation color codesColor code Precipitation type Intensity Color code Intensity in mm per hourRe-centering your vessel on the weather map Weather map navigationWeather reports Changing the position of forecasts on the weather map Storm trackingDisplaying weather reports Running a weather animation Animated weather graphics188 Series Widescreen user reference Using Sirius satellite radio North America only Displaying the Sirius radio application Sirius radio overviewSirius radio basic operations Tuning to a Sirius radio channelBrowsing Sirius radio channels Scanning Sirius radio channelsAssigning Sirius radio channel presets Sirius radio presetsDeleting a Sirius radio channel from a preset Moving a Sirius radio channel to another presetFavorite Sirius radio song alerts Setting up Sirius radio favorite alertsChanging the Sirius radio password Setting up Sirius radio parental lockingAccessing a blocked Sirius radio channel Sirius radio parental lockingUsing Navtex Navtex overview Navtex setupIncoming Navtex Message Alerts Navtex Message Alert CategoriesViewing a Navtex message Viewing and Managing Navtex MessagesDisplaying the Navtex message list Sorting the Navtex message list198 Series Widescreen user reference Using video Video application overview Changing the video aspect ratio Displaying the video applicationAdjusting the video picture DSC VHF radio integration Using a DSC VHF radio with your display Enabling DSC VHF radio integration 206 Series Widescreen user reference Customizing your display Renaming a page set Customizing page setsSelecting applications for a page set Moving the databar Customizing the databarResizing the databar Changing the data displayed in the databar210 Series Widescreen user reference Maintaining your display Routine equipment checks Servicing and safetyCleaning the display case CleaningResetting your display Cleaning the display screenPerforming a settings reset Settings and data resetPerforming a settings and data reset 216 Series Widescreen user reference Technical support Viewing product information Raymarine technical supportSirius support Navionics website Navionics support220 Series Widescreen user reference