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Raymarine RayTech RNS v6.0 (Full Version) - E83040

The complete navigation solution for Windows 2000 and XP systems. Raytech RNS v6.0 provides the most comprehensive set of navigation tools on the market today including multi-format electronic charting, SeaTalk^hs and hsb² electronics integration, worldwide tides and currents, and more.

What's New In RayTech RNS 6.0:

• Seamless integration with Raymarine E-Series displays using SeaTalkhs and your PC's Ethernet port.
• 3D Chartplotting using Navionics Platinum Multidimensional charts.
• Navionics Silver, Gold, Gold + and HotMaps Premium chart compatibility.
• Support for Navionics USB Multicard Reader for access Navionics charts on CompactFlash.
• Ability to access Navionics charts from E-Series displays using SeaTalkhs networking.
• Transfer waypoints and routes to Raymarine E-Series display using SeaTalkhs networking.
• Record, pause and play-back HD Digital fishfinder display from your networked DSM300 sounder.

Seamless integration with Raymarine E-Series displays using SeaTalk^hs networking allows your PC full access to live radar, HD digital fishfinder, Navionics Platinum chart cartography and the full array of SeaTalk and NMEA instrumentation. Also compatible with connections to NMEA 0183, SeaTalk, and hsb^2. . Optional hardware may be required. The RayTech RNS v6.0 (Full Version) Kit Includes:

• RayTech RNS v6.0 Software on CD-ROM
• Raytech RNS v6.0 Software License Key
• RayTech RNS v6.0 Handbook and Installation Guide
• Navionics Multicard Chart Reader
• Serial Data Cable (2 meter)for connection to NMEA 0183 devices or E85001 SeaTalk interface (sold seperately)
• Complete USA Raster Charts on DVD-ROM
• SoftChart Coastal Planning Charts on CD-ROM
• C-MAP NT+ Worldwide Planning Charts (Charts install automatically with RayTech RNS v6.0)

Before purchasing, be sure to review the RayTech RNS v6.0 System Requirements.

RayTech RNS 6.0 System Requirements

Before you can begin installing RayTech, you need to make sure that the PC you intend to use meets the minimum hardware requirements for running the software. While RayTech will run successfully on the minimum requirement, for best performance, the optimum requirements are recommended.

Minimum System Requirements

• Pentium IV processor
• 256MB RAM.
• Windows 2000/XP.
• CD-ROM drive.
• Monitor - capable of displaying 1024 x 768 resolution, 16 bit color.

Optimum System Requirements

• Pentium IV 2GHz processor or equivalent.
• 1GB RAM or higher.
• NVIDIA GeForce graphics card.
• Windows XP.

IMPORTANT

In addition to the minimum/optimum requirements Raytech RNS 6.0 will also require 1 or more of the following, depending on how the PC is to be connected to your instruments/system (None of these are required for the use of RayTech Planner):

• Serial port - for connecting to NMEA or SeaTalk.
• Ethernet port - for connecting to an E-Series display using SeaTalkhs
• PCMCIA port - for connecting to a Pathfinder hsb2 system using a PCMCIA to hsb2 adaptor.
• USB2 port - for connecting to a Pathfinder system using a USB2/PCMCIA adaptor.

Recommended Adapters

Serial to USB Adapter

In the event you are interfacing to SeaTalk or NMEA 0183 equipment, and your PC or laptop is not already equipped with a serial port, we recommend the following adapter:

SeaLevel Systems USB to RS-232 DB9 Serial Interface Adapter, Model Number 2105

This adapter is generally not required when networking RayTech RNS 6.0 with E- Series displays, as SeaTalk and NMEA data is carried over the E-Series' SeaTalkhs network.

Microsoft Wndows Service Packs and Windows Update

Before installing any software product on your PC, it is a good idea to make sure your PC's operating system is up-to-date. For best system and application performance, Raymarine strongly recommends installing the latest Microsoft Windows Service Pack applicable to your operating system. Microsoft Windows Service Packs are available online at no-charge from Microsoft. Click here to be transported to the Microsoft Windows Service Packs page.

Additionally, it is recommended that you run the Microsoft Windows Update service before installing RayTech RNS 6.0. Windows Update is a free internet tool that provides up-to-the-minute updates for Microsoft Windows Operating Systems, and PC hardware device drivers. The Windows Update tool may be launched at any time by opening the Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser, and clicking on the ''Tools'' menu, then selecting ''Windows Update.'' Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the update.

Video Driver Updates

RayTech RNS 6.0 is a graphics intensive application. For optimal performance, Raymarine recommends installing the latest video driver update for your PC's graphics hardware. For desktop systems, these updates are available from the graphics hardware manufacturer, or possibly through the Microsoft Windows Update service. Notebook PC users should obtain the latest video driver update from the PC manufacturer.