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B&G Network Network System User Manual

Manual is about: Intelligent Navigational Instruments

Summary of Network System

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    Network compass user manual contents general introduction to b&g network.........................................................2 introduction to network compass.................................................................3 compass display unit......................................................

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    Network compass user manual general introduction to b&g network welcome to the b&g network system. This world beating series of intelligent navigational instruments has been brought to you through a combination of scientific innovation and high quality production to create a computerised data system...

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    Network compass user manual introduction to network compass the network compass unit uses the latest advances in electronics and magnetic fluxgate technology to display a true or magnetic heading, as well as off course, cross track error (xte)*, rudder angle* and head/lift information on an easy to ...

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    Network compass user manual compass display unit port crse 1 steer mode timer lock setup lights enter network compass 30 20 10 30 20 10 offcourse example systems using network compass up to four compass units can be connected to the system. Only one of these should be linked to a fluxgate and set to...

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    Network compa ss user manual 5 in this configuration the compass unit is set to transducer mode and will send heading data to the other instruments. The other network units are also transmitting data that the compass may be able to use. For example, if the compass is set to head/lift mode the wind a...

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    Network compass user manual setting the display back lighting the network compass display back light has three brightness settings or off. Pressing the lights key cycles through these in the following order: • l 0 off • l 3 high • l 2 medium • l 1 low mode timer lock setup lights enter network compa...

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    Network compass user manual the off course display pressing the mode key will cycle the display between off course, cross track error (xte) if a network gps plus is fitted, rudder angle if a network pilot is fitted and the head/lift display (if enabled). Mode timer lock setup lights enter network co...

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    Network compass user manual setting the course memories whilst in off course mode the two course memories may be set. The currently active course memory is shown by the legend crse1 or crse2. Pressing the lock key brings up the current course memory (e.G. Crse1) which will flash on the display. Pres...

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    Network compass user manual the xte display requires a gps plus on the network. The cross track error display is used to indicate how far the vessel is from the intended track (from waypoint to waypoint). Mode timer lock setup lights enter network compass 10 1.0 0.1 xte 10 1.0 0.1 port steer in this...

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    Network compass user manual the rudder display requires b&g network pilot in circuit. The rudder display indicates the current angle of the rudder, which is particularly useful on wheel steered boats. Mode timer lock setup lights enter network compass 30 20 10 30 20 10 rudder the vessel is turning t...

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    Network compass user manual the head/lift display the head/lift page has to be enabled in the setup menu before it can be displayed. Mode timer lock setup lights enter network compass head 30 20 10 30 20 10 port mode timer lock setup lights enter network compass head 30 20 10 30 20 10 stbd mode time...

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    Network compass user manual using the timer pressing the timer key enters the timer display mode, which is shown by the presence of a flashing colon. Mode timer lock setup lights enter network compass 30 20 10 30 20 10 the timer can be set to any required value to a maximum time period of 99 hours 5...

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    Network compass user manual setting the timer 1. Press timer to enter timer mode. 2. Press setup to give the display h:xx (xx represents a two digit number) the h will be flashing. 3. Press enter and the numbers will flash. 4. Alter the hours using the or keys. If the key is held down the numbers wi...

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    Network compass user manual enabling the off course alarm ensure that the instrument is not in timer mode. 1. Press setup until the offcourse legend flashes to indicate the alarm set up display. This value is preset to 0 ° which is shown as off. 2. Press enter then off will flash. 3. Press the or ke...

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    Network compass user manual setting the compass offset the compass offset compensates for fixed errors in the compass after installation and calibration. For example, the sensor orientation may not be exactly correct. 1. Press setup until a bearing is displayed and the degrees sign is flashing. 2. P...

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    Network compass user manual setting the display for true or magnetic readings 1. Press setup until true is flashing and either on or off is displayed. 2. Press enter. On or off will flash. 3. Press the or keys to switch the setting between on and off 4. Press enter to accept the setting and return t...

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    Network compass user manual selecting the display mode 1. Press setup until a flashing t and either r or t is displayed. 2. Press enter. R or t will flash. 3. Press the or keys to switch the setting between repeater (r) and transducer (t). 4. Press enter to accept the setting and return to setup mod...

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    Network compass user manual operation with autopilots requires a b&g network autopilot in system. If the unit is set up within a system that includes a network acp1 or acp2 autopilot and a network pilot display unit there are two options for the network configuration: pilot compass mode timer lock s...

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    Network compass user manual troubleshooting problem possible cause display fails to light up power not connected. Supply not 10 to 16 volts. Data is not repeated from network compass not in repeater mode. Cables not correctly fitted. Compass fails to calibrate (-f-) calibration manoeuvre performed b...

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    Network compass user manual installation the display heads are supplied with a clip-in mounting bracket which allows for easy installation. Access from behind is not necessary to secure the unit in place. However, to prevent theft and permanently fix the unit in position, locking studs and thumb nut...

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    Network compass user manual siting the fluxgate mount the unit upright on a flat vertical bulkhead where it will be: • a safe distance from external magnetic interference: 1m/3ft from vhf, rdf, loudspeakers, depth sounders, engines, or power cables carrying heavy current • 3m/10ft from radar and ssb...

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    Network compass user manual installation data 82.0mm 82.0mm mounting bracket gasket bulkhead fit the gasket around the mounting bracket rubber gasket gasket display unit sun-cover self-tapping screws mounting bracket 70.0mm hole 25.0mm 65.0mm 110.0mm 110.0mm network compass lights enter setup timer ...

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    Network compass user manual 23 specifications physical parameters display backlit liquid crystal display dimensions 110 x 110 x 26 mm; 4.25 x 4.25 x 1" a space of 65 mm (2.6") is required behind the bulkhead for the display barrel. Environmental operating temp -10 to +55 °c, +14 to +131°f @ 93% rh s...