User Manual for

DM800 ECDIS hardware

Document Number 9301582
Version Number
1.1
Date
November 2012

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Revision record
Version
1.0
1.1

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Date
May 2010
November 2012

Description
Original issue of document
Updated to reflect ECDIS software version 1.50

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Contents
REVISION RECORD ...........................................................................................................2
1
1.1
1.2

SCOPE AND PURPOSE ..........................................................................................4

References................................................................................................................4
Terms and Abbreviations ..........................................................................................4

2
SYSTEM OVERVIEW FOR DM800E........................................................................5
2.1
System overview .......................................................................................................5
2.1.1
DPU (Data Processing unit) ...............................................................................6
2.1.2
DVD drive and External USB port ......................................................................6
2.1.3
eToken...............................................................................................................6
2.1.4
RPU (Radar processing unit) .............................................................................6
2.1.5
Alarm panel........................................................................................................6
2.2
ECDIS cluster............................................................................................................7
3
3.1
3.2
3.3

ALARM PANEL ........................................................................................................8

Alarm volume ............................................................................................................8
ECDIS computer shut down ......................................................................................8
ECDIS computer restart ............................................................................................8

4
4.1
4.2

MONITOR .................................................................................................................9
Control panel on monitor...........................................................................................9
Control of Monitor......................................................................................................9

5
5.1
5.2

SELF TEST.............................................................................................................10
Buzzer in alarm panel .............................................................................................10
Test of monitor ........................................................................................................10

6
ECDIS DATA PROCESSING UNIT (DPU) .............................................................11
6.1
AC breaker..............................................................................................................11
6.2
Status LEDs ............................................................................................................12
6.2.1
CPU status LED...............................................................................................12
6.2.2
FE status LED..................................................................................................12
7
SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PANEL .........................................................................13
7.1
System Management Panel ....................................................................................14
7.2
Initialization of an eToken .......................................................................................15
7.2.1
When to perform an eToken initialization .........................................................15
7.2.2
Performing an initialization of a new eToken....................................................15
7.2.3
Performing a reinitialization of an existing eToken...........................................17
7.3
Dump for support ....................................................................................................19

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1 Scope and purpose

User manual for DM800E ECDIS

1.1 References
9301584

User Manual for Dolphin ECDIS

1.2 Terms and Abbreviations

ECDIS

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Electronic Chart Display and Information System

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2 System overview for DM800E

2.1 System overview
One ECDIS consists of the following parts:

Display

Alarm
panel

Keyboard

DVD drive and

External USB port
DVD drive

USB port

DVI COM1
USB 6

USB 7

ECDIS DM800 DPU

USB 5

AP
eToken
USB 8
USB 2

RPU
(optional)

4x
2 x IEC 10 x IEC
Ethernet 61162-2 61162-1
To other
For sensors
ECDISs

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2.1.1 DPU (Data Processing unit)

The data processing unit contains the computer for the ECDIS application and a communication
front-end. The DPU is installed in the main cabinet. For more information consult section 6.

2.1.2 DVD drive and External USB port

The DVD drive and external USB port is installed in the main cabinet. These are used for updating
charts and software. Notice, charts can be updated using the Internet.

2.1.3 eToken
The eToken contains the keys needed for enabling access to charts. The eTokens for one installation
(i.e. vessel/cluster) shall be regarded as at set and must not be mixed with eTokens from another
installation.

2.1.4 RPU (Radar processing unit)

The RPU is an optionally interface to the vessels radar. When installed, radar overlay on the charts
can be displayed. The RPU is installed in the main cabinet.

2.1.5 Alarm panel

The ECDIS alarm panel is a small box that must be installed adjacent to the monitor. Consult
section 3

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2.2 ECDIS cluster

A complete ECDIS installation will in most cases consist of a number of systems (a cluster). In
order to ensure redundancy each ECDIS must be connected to two other systems if the cluster
contains more than two systems.
Master

12

Backup

12
Cluster containing two ECDISs

Master

12

Backup

12

Planning

12

Cluster with three ECDISs

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3 Alarm panel

The ECDIS alarm panel is a small box adjacent to the monitor.

3.1 Alarm volume

The ECDIS will generate an audible alarm following an error e.g. if the signal from the GPS is lost.
The volume of the alarm signal may be adjusted pressing the buttons marked Alarm volume.

3.2 ECDIS computer shut down

Notice! The procedure described in this section is only applicable if the ECDIS application freezes
or stops responding to user input. The normal procedure for closing the ECDIS application (i.e.
setting the ECDIS standby) is to click on
in the right top corner.
Press the two reset buttons simultaneously for approximately 5 seconds in order to shut down the
computer for the ECDIS application.

3.3 ECDIS computer restart

Press the two buttons simultaneously in order to restart the computer. This is applicable both after a
hard shutdown (see section 3.2) or if the ECDIS is standby after the application is closed
normally.

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4 Monitor
4.1 Control panel on monitor
Under normal operating conditions do not change the monitor settings except for brightness which
is controlled by the adjusting knob. Please notice that the monitor is not calibrated unless the white
line on the knob is facing up (12 oclock).
The monitor can be reset to calibrated state (expect for brightness control) by reverting to factory
settings (consult the manual for the monitor).

4.2 Control of Monitor

The color generating capability of the monitor may deteriorate over time. How the quality of the
monitor is checked is described in p/n 9301584 User Manual for Dolphin ECDIS in the section
named Color Differentiation Test.

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5 Self test
The presence of the DVD drive, keyboard, Trackball, eToken and optionally the RPU is checked by
the DPU. An alarm will be generated if an error on one of these devices is detected.

5.1 Buzzer in alarm panel

The buzzer in the alarm panel may be checked by pressing volume up or down. The alarm will
sound shortly at the current audio level if one of the buttons is pressed shortly.

5.2 Test of monitor

Check the colors and the contrast for the monitor (visual), if in doubt consult section 4.2.

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6 ECDIS data processing unit (DPU)

DPU front panel:

6.1 AC breaker
The ECDIS DPU is protected by electronic circuits and a resettable breaker. The breaker will pop
out if one of the following events happens
Over voltage
Permanent under voltage
Excessive input current
Internal power supply failure
It is safe to push the breaker in if popped out (if it pops out right away wait at least one minute
before pushing it in aging)

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6.2 Status LEDs

6.2.1 CPU status LED
Off: The computer for the ECDIS application is standby or without power. If the FE status LED
is turned off then check the power breaker (must be pressed in). After this check the presence of
power.
Green (normal operation): The computer for the ECDIS application is powered on and is probably
operating normally.
Blue flash (normal operation): Disk activity.
Green blinking (1Hz): Error on DVD drive, keyboard or Trackball.
Red/yellow: The computer for the ECDIS application did not start.

6.2.2 FE status LED

Off: The AC power is not present or the AC breaker is disconnected (popped out).
Green (normal operation): The FE is started and has detected that the computer for the ECDIS
application is responding.
Red: Booting (not ready). If the Red LED is turned on for more than 60 second, close the
application normally. If this is not possible use the alarm panel (se section 3.2).
After that, restart the ECDIS by switching the AC power off and on (operate the AC breaker next to
the AC input plug).
Blue: The computer for the ECDIS application is not responding. Switch the power off and then on
(operate the AC breaker) if this condition remains for more that 6 minutes.

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7 System Management Panel

The ECDIS includes a System Management panel for performing special non standard tasks.
Notice: The System Management Panel should be used only by personal with prober
authorization, as incorrect use may result in loss of chart licenses.
The System Management Panel is opened from ECDIS application. Move the cursor to the right
bottom corner on the chart and this box will appear.

Click on Config

Select the system tab and click on System Management

You will be prompted for a password
The default password is: system manager

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7.1 System Management Panel

Notice: Double click on the icons to execute the programs.

Reset Licenses: This is needed if a new eToken is installed, consult section 7.2 (Requires
restart)
Restart ECDIS (application)
Change Password: Change the System Management password.
Dump For Support: Create a Dump For Support file. This may be requested by the service
technician in case of problems with the system. Please consult section 7.3
Restart: ECDIS computer restart - this will not affect the front-end.
Shutdown: ECDIS computer shutdown - this will not affect the front-end.
Use the [ X ] to close the panel.

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7.2 Initialization of an eToken

7.2.1 When to perform an eToken initialization
An initialization is a pairing between the DPU and the eToken.
Only one eToken can be initialized on a DPU at a time, so initializing an eToken automatically
removes the initialization of a previous eToken.
An initialization is always required if an eToken is replaced with another eToken, or if an eToken is
moved to another DPU.
An eToken can be initialized an unlimited number of times.
Please notice, the ECDIS application will not accept sensor data unless an eToken has been
initialized on the system.

7.2.2 Performing an initialization of a new eToken

Use this feature to initialize a new eToken and when replacing an existing eToken on a system.
After double clicking Reset Licenses on the System Management Panel, the ECDIS will restart and
after approximately 1 minute the following image may be shown (the image will be skipped if the
attached eToken is not the currently initialized eToken).

Click on No.

Insert the new eToken for the ECDIS in USB port 8 on the DPU.
Click on OK.

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The system may install a driver depending on the type of eToken you have inserted. A driver
installation involves several restarts.

The system displays this message when finished:

Click on Yes. (The driver is already installed).

Click on Yes.

Click on Yes.
After a few second the eToken has been initialized.

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Click on OK.

Click on OK to restart the ECDIS and return to normal operation.

7.2.3 Performing a reinitialization of an existing eToken

Use this feature to reset the licenses for an already initialized eToken.
Make sure the eToken is inserted in USB port 8 on the DPU.
After double clicking Reset Licenses on the System Management Panel, the ECDIS will restart and
after approximately 1 minute the following image will be shown:

Click on Yes.

Click on Yes. (The driver is already installed)

Click on Yes.

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Click on Yes.
After a few second the eToken has been reinitialized.

Click on OK.

Click on OK to restart the ECDIS and return to normal operation.

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7.3 Dump for support

Utilize this feature if help for troubleshooting is needed.

Insert a USB stick in the USB port adjacent to the DVD drive
Click Browse and select the USB stick as destination i.e. typically drive E:
Use the filename suggested by the program.

Click on Save

Click on Start dump

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This window will open and the progress will be displayed

Click on Close

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