ECDIS

 Which carts use ECDIS

 What is S-57, S-63 and S-52 Standarts
 What is AIO
 How to Update ENC
 What is T&P NMs
 What is Chart N1
 What is 4.0 presentations library.
 What is CATZOC
 What is SAFETY DEPTH
 Meaning of SAFETY CONTOUR
 What is the difference between the safety contour and the safety depth?
 Meaning of DEEP CONTOUR:
 Meaning of SHELLOW CONTOUR
 What is Look-AHEAD FRAME

1. ECDIS CHARTS - 1.Raster Chart (RNC): RNCs are direct copy or a scan of the paper charts. It looks identical to a paper
chart as all the information shown is directly printed. The chart only grows larger or smaller as per the zooming and when
rotated, everything rotates. 2.Vector Chart (ENC): ENCs are computer generated charts. The details on an ENC can be
turned on and off depending on the requirement of the user. Objects on the ENC can be clicked for more details on the
same. Depths can also be monitored to obtain a warning with regard to grounding. When zooming, the features grow
large or small but the text remains the same.
2. S-57, S-63 and S-52: - are some of the important ECDIS and ENC Standards that have been developed by the
International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) to support Safety of Life At Sea (SOLAS). Met by all charts in the
ADMIRALTY Vector Chart Service, these standards have been put into place to ensure that all Electronic Navigational
Charts (ENCs) are accurate, secure and can be interpreted correctly by type-approved Electronic Chart Display and
Information Systems (ECDIS).
3. ADMIRALTY Information Overlay (AIO) - is a worldwide digital dataset that is designed to be displayed over ENCs in
ECDIS and other chart display systems to provide additional information during passage planning. The AIO is refreshed
every week, as part of the AVCS Weekly Update and is issued on disc and by download.
4. Chart Updating - Updates to the ECDIS charts may reach the ship in various ways, depending upon the capabilities of
the service provider and the onboard communication facilities.
a. On data distribution media (DVD)
b. As an email attachment (SATCOM)
c. As a broadcast message via SATCOM plus additional communication hardware
d. As an internet download
5. T&P NMs - The UKHO issues a weekly bulletin of Temporary and Preliminary Notices to Mariners (T&P NMs) which
contains temporary information of navigational, Digital vessels without paper charts receive temporary information as
updates and new editions of ENCs. AIO also provides additional information
6. Chart N1 - describes the symbols, abbreviations, and terms used on ENC charts

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7. 4.0 presentations library. -ECDIS manufacturers refer to these IHO ECDIS Standards when developing their
software, specifically the latest Presentation Library (4.0) within S-52. This contains instructions for the
'drawing engine' within the ECDIS on how to display symbols, colours and line styles on the screen.
 8. CATZOC - here are three main factors for the reliability of chart by navigators, such as Sounding depth accuracy,
Sounding Position accuracy and quality of the survey of the seafloor. In ENC the S-63 standard allows information about
the accuracy of the survey data to be displayed for each ENC cell. This function is called ‘Category of Zone of
Confidence’(CATZOC). Then ECDIS will display CATZOC Level, The symbol looks like triangular shape having stars inside,
Stars number depend on the level of accuracy. There are total Six level namely A1,A2,B,C,D,U. Let’s now see, How
CATZOC affect UKC and safety depth? As a prudent Navigator, we have to be the concern with sounding depth,
sounding position and seafloor coverage. Hence, for instance, if route leg going through at CATZOC A1 and depth
showing 9(nine meters), Then for depth and position accuracy to be on the safe side we have to calculate as below
example:
ZOC Allowance (A1) = 0.5 + 0.01 × Depth
ZOC Allowance (A1) = 0.5 + 0.01 × 9 = 0.59 ≈ 0.6 m
Now depth may be in between 8.4 m ~9.6 m within 5 meter of that position
Now if it is in CATZOC C,
ZOC Allowance (C) = 2 + 0.05 × Depth
ZOC Allowance (C) = 2 + 0.05 × 9 = 2.45 ≈ 2.5 m
Now depth may be in between 6.5 m ~11.5 m within 500 meters of that position
For safety, we need to take 6.50 meter instead of 9.0 meter in CATZOC-C area at this case.
Moreover, if any Wreck or obstruction at CATZOC –C, Navigator should mark it by a circle around 500 meters for position accuracy.
For CATZOC ‘D’ & ‘U’ ,There is no specific accuracy which to be considered for UKC Calculation, Hence navigator must take
extreme care which may include but not limited to; if possible then to avoid the area and to use alternate route, Consult with
nearest port authorities, Consult latest paper chart otherwise depth accuracy to be taken at least 50% of deepest draft or more.
Finally, CATZOC is for accuracy and reliability of position and depth accuracy which directly influence the vessel’s position and
UKC. During passage planning and execution, Navigator shall not only provide the allowance for the depth accuracy but also the
position accuracy of given hazardous soundings.
ECDIS Symbol Category Position Accuracy Depth Accuracy Seafloor Coverage

A1(6 stars) ± 5 metres 0.5 metres±1% depth Full area search. Significant
seafloor features detected and
depth measured.

A2(5 stars) ± 20 metres 1.0 metres±2% depth Full area search. Significant
seafloor features detected and
depth measured.

B(4 stars) ± 50 metres 1.0 metres±2% depth Systematic survey, but some
uncharted hazardous features
may exist but are not expected

C(3 stars) ± 500 metres 2.0 metres±5% depth Depth anomalies may be expected

D(2 stars) More than 500 metres More than 2.0 metres±5% depth Large depth anomalies may be
expected

U Unassessed

9. SAFETY DEPTH = Maximum Draft (static) + UKC (Company’s Policy) + Squat(Maximum)+ CATZOC - Height of Tide
10. SAFETY CONTOUR - Is calculated same as per Safety depth AND activates ALARM when depth is less. Could be the same
but no less then SAFETY DEPTH
Safety Contour separates safe and unsafe navigating water is highlighted on the chart with a prominent line and
showed in different colors. A depth equal to or less than the Safety Depth is highlighted on the chart in bold type.
11. What is the difference between the safety contour and the safety depth?
Safety Contour separates safe and unsafe navigating water is highlighted on the chart with a prominent line and
different colors, Safety Depth is a setting to detect depths that are a danger to navigation.
12. DEEP CONTOUR: Whereas Deep contour for all practical purposes is considered as a contour depth at which the
shallow water effects might start having an effect on the maneuverability of the ship, which is taken as Deep Contour: 4
x draft of the vessel (standard accepted value)i.e Draft=12.5 mtr ; Deep contour=4x12.5= 60 mtrs.
 13. SHELLOW CONTOUR - To highlight the gradient of the seabed adjacent to the safety contour. It should be next
contour shallower than Safety Contour
14. Look-AHEAD FRAME initiates visual and sound warnings when Safety Frame crossing dangers or danger
Depth, Safety Frame is highlighted on the chart.
15. What does means Scale 5 Cells. “5” as first number symbol (ex. CL5TR005)

CC= Producer Nation XXXXX= Individual cell .000= Extension indicates

code as described in S-
62 (i.e. DE-Germany;
GB-United Kingdom;
RU-Russia, etc.)
P= Navigation Purpose
name. Each producer has that it is base ENC (not
as described below:
its own policy on naming SENC). Subsequent
1 – Overview; of individual ENC cells. updates applies to the ENC
cell are sequentially
2 – General; numbered (.001;.002
etc.).NOT all ECDIS display
3 – Coastal;
the file type extension
4 – Approach;

5 – Harbor;

6 - Berthing

CC P XXXXX .000

Band 1 – Overview 2 – General 3 – Coastal 4 – Approach 5 – Harbor 6 - Berthing

1:3,000,000 1:700,000 1:180,000 1:45,000 1:12,000

Scales 1:8,000 Less 1:4,000

1:4,000
Vertical Lines during “SCAMIN / SCAMOUT” - 2 reasons why? –

Explain Prove sensor configuration and back-up (e.g. DR Mode)

Why do we need to Conduct Scan route for next passage and configure for results.

Why we need to Turn isolated dangers in shallow water on/off.

How do you set a date-dependent view? Explained the why this is used?

Is Scale minimum (SCAMIN) being applied?

Yes, it is applied. SCAMIN must be selected ON for execution and monitoring of the Passage Plan in order to reduce
the effects of an over-crowded display.
Procedure to cross Shallow Zone and safety contour