PC Maritime upgrades ECDIS
UK-based PC Maritime has upgraded its ECDIS to ensure it meets the requirements of the new VDR Performance Standard.
From 1 July 2014, VDR installations must include the ability to capture ECDIS screenshots at least every 15 seconds, record the charts in use at least every 10 minutes and record all changes of chart.
This requires ECDIS manufacturers to enable the appropriate outputs from the ECDIS. PC Maritime has completed this work in accordance with IEC 61996-1 and 61162-450 specifications ensuring that Navmaster ECDIS is compatible with all VDR units conforming to the new standards.
The company is now providing an ECDIS upgrade and support contract to customers who want to ensure their ECDIS is up-to-date with regulations. Navmaster upgrades are free to subscribers, are sent direct to the ship via email and can be installed by ship’s crew with no need for an engineer visit.
By Rachael Doyle
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