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2.  Chart Plotter

The chart can be shown in head-up, course-up or north-up orientation. To select an 
orientation mode, use the RotoKey to select the [Head Up], [North Up] or [Course Up] 
soft control. Another method is to put the cursor on the orientation mode icon at the 
top-left position then push the left-click button.

Head-up: Displays the chart with the current compass heading of your vessel at the 
top of the screen. The heading data from a compass is required. When the heading 
changes, the boat icon remains fixed, and the chart picture rotates according to head-
ing.

North-up: North is at the top of the screen. When your heading changes, the boat icon 
moves according to heading. This mode is for long-range navigation.

Course-up: The chart picture is stabilized, and shown with your current course (over 
ground) at the top of the screen. The boat icon moves with the heading. If you select 
a new course, the picture resets to display the new course at the top of the screen.

Move the chart in the following conditions.

•  Your vessel is not in the current area

•  Take a look at another area

•  Enter a waypoint at another location

Do the following to move the chart:

•  Change the chart scale with zoom in or zoom out at cursor position.

•  Use the ScrollingPad to pan the chart.

•  Return your vessel to the center of the screen. Use the SHIP/3D button to return 

manually, or use the [Auto Shift] soft control to return automatically.

•  Activate the 3D display. Long-push the SHIP/3D button to get a simple aerial view 

3D display. Use the RotoKey to get an aerial view or underwater view 3D display.

Orientation mode icon