WEEK 11 LEC NAV 6

Summary

In this lecture, Second Mate Evaristo R. Feliciano covers the standard safety functions of ECIS, focusing on vessel motion vector manipulation. The course aims to teach how to obtain course and speed from the positioning system, considering gyro error effects during navigation. The lecture includes setting up vector motion, selecting primary and secondary position sources, and manual positioning. It also discusses echo referencing and setting heading and speed sources, providing practical demonstrations for better understanding.

Takeaways

• 😀 The lecture is part of week 11 module 2, focusing on the standard safety function of ECIS.
• 📚 The learning outcome is to activate the vessel motion vector and obtain course and speed from the positioning system.
• 🚢 The lecture discusses the impact of gyro error during the approach to isolated danger.
• 📊 Settings for vector motion and determining the selection between primary and secondary position sources are covered.
• 📍 The process of manual positioning of the vessel in ECIS is explained.
• 🔍 The lecture demonstrates how to open the monitoring panel and navigate the root monitoring page.
• 🛠 The importance of selecting the correct position source and understanding its automatic changeover is emphasized.
• 📡 The role of GPS as the primary and secondary position source is highlighted.
• 🎯 The lecture guides on how to set the length of the own ship and target vector.
• 🌐 The process of setting the position source in the Navigation panel and understanding the status of the GPS is detailed.
• 📈 The use of echo referencing and its demonstration in the laboratory is mentioned.
• 🔄 The lecture concludes with instructions on setting heading and speed sources, and the importance of selecting the correct sensors.

Q & A

What is the main topic discussed in the lecture?

The main topic discussed in the lecture is the standard safety function of ECIS (Electronic Chart Information System), specifically focusing on the manipulation of settings and the motion vector of a vessel.

What is the learning outcome of the lecture?

The learning outcome is to activate the vessel motion vector, obtain course and speed from the positioning system, and understand the effect of gyro error during the approach to isolated danger.

How do you open the monitoring panel in ECIS?

You open the monitoring panel by selecting the appropriate line of task list menu on the control panel.

What are the key elements to display on the root monitoring page?

The key elements to display on the root monitoring page include the course line, heading vector, display vector motion relative to the water, and the ability to shift by contour and shift by symbol.

How can you adjust the length of the own ship and target vector?

You can adjust the length of the own ship and target vector by setting it on the operational panel, under the window on the control panel, where you can choose between 6 minutes or 12 minutes.

What is the primary and secondary position source in ECIS?

The primary position source is GPS 1, and the secondary position source is GPS 2. The system automatically switches between primary and secondary sources as needed.

How do you set the position source in ECIS?

You set the position source in the Navigation panel, by selecting Navigation from the task list on the control panel, then switching to the shift position page.

What is the purpose of echo referencing in ECIS?

The purpose of echo referencing in ECIS is to set a secondary position source using a steady target, which is better demonstrated in the laboratory.

How do you manually position the ship in ECIS?

You manually position the ship by activating the manual fix position on the control panel, then entering the desired bearing and distance to set the position.

What does the loop advice in ECIS indicate?

The loop advice in ECIS indicates if there is an error in the position. If the loop advice turns red, it means there is a significant error, and the system may need to activate the snap to reference feature.

How do you set the heading source in ECIS?

You set the heading source in ECIS by navigating to the Navigation panel, selecting the heading source, and choosing between Gyro, magnetic, or other available options like speed log or sounder.

What is the assignment mentioned in the lecture?

The assignment is related to module 2, week 11, and involves completing exercise 10 as indicated in the lecture.