Simrad Pro ECDIS additions

The Simrad Professional Series has a new line-up of professional-grade Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) – the Simrad MARIS ECDIS900 MK5 and MK15.

These new systems are available in 19, 24, and 26-inch widescreen monitors and both are based on a standard Windows interface using common controls including toolbars, tabbed panels, hotkeys, and right-click context or ‘pop-up’ menus.

Jose Herrero, managing director, Navico Commercial Marine Division, said: “The MK5 and MK15 give shipping owners the flexibility to meet bridge design constraints and comply with additional regulations set by Flag States, Port State Control, and the OCIMF Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE).”

The ECDIS900 Series is IEC61174:2008 Ed3 type-approved for use on all SOLAS vessels operating under the ECDIS Carriage Mandate.

It also integrates the latest advanced route-planning tools, a search and rescue module, docking module, predictor precision navigation module, and a digital logbook – all displayed on the latest official navigational charts.

Depending on the needs of the captain, optional radar overlay, MARIS Bridge Assistant Paper Chart Manager, and Voyage Decision Support route-planning tools are also available.

The ECDIS900 MK5 includes a standard Windows PC and separate 24 or 26-inch flat-panel monitor suitable for pedestal, table or flush-mount installation. It supports horizontal or vertical mounting or on a pedestal for a freestanding installation.

Simrad’s MK15 includes a 19 or 24-inch ‘all-in-one’ flat-panel display with integrated Windows PC, suitable for pedestal, table or flush-mount installation. The single-unit design – including four integrated NMEA 0183 ports, dual Ethernet ports and AC/DC power supply – allows for simple installation in a variety of locations with limited space where a separate display and ECDIS processor may prove impractical.