Waypoints

Waypoints are geo-referenced points that can be added to the chart. They perform a number of functions.

  • Mark alter course points on a planned route

  • Mark a significant location on the chart such as an anchorage or isolated danger

  • Are used by a plugin to mark a location that is linked to information on the Internet

  • Mark a man overboard position

Add a waypoint

Move the cursor to the position where you want the waypoint.

right-click

7.1

Drop Mark

7.2

right-click

7.3

Properties

The waypoint can be named and a different icon chosen with the dropdown. A description has been added.

7.4

Internet and file links are added with right-click

7.4.1

Add New

7.4.2

OK

7.4.3

The link will open the website.

The waypoint now appears like this.

7.5

right-click

7.6

Delete

7.6.1

Manoverboard (MOB) Marker

7.7

This drops a waypoint at the ship’s present position, which can be used to assist in returning for a recovery.

7.8.1

A temporay route is created, back to the manoverboard from a waypoint that has been dropped 1.0NM along the COG from the MOB.

7.8.2

7.8.3

The route information (This Leg) shows the range and bearing of the MOB and the time to reach the casualty.

More information about routes is HERE

*Deleting the MOB marker*

Unlike other waypoints the MOB cannot be removed with right-click Delete.

Route & Mark Manager 4.8

Select the Waypoints tab. Select the MOB waypoint.

Delete Yes

7.9