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The DSC Setup tab turns DSC chartplotter information screen On 

and Off. This Setup tab also allows you to simulate Distress Calls 

and Position Reports while the unit is in Simulator Mode  

(see 

connecting to the real system. The Distress Call simulator also 

helps to check if alarms are working properly.

AIS (Automatic Identification System) provides area traffic 

situational awareness. AIS provides ship IDs, position, course, and 

speed for ships equipped with a transponder within range.

  NOTE: You must set your charplotter communication to 

NMEA In / NMEA Out with a baud rate of 38400 to receive 

AIS information. Refer to 

page 69

 for information on changing 

communication settings.

AIS contain two setup options in the main menu.

•  AIS Vessels—Auto, All Ranges, 30ft-800mi: sets the 

maximum zoom scale at which AIS vessels appear.

•  Heading Line—Off, Time: draws an extension from the end 

of the boat icon in the direction of travel. For Time, enter the 

numeric time value you want the line to extend. The Time 

line length automatically adjusts as your speed changes.