10.6 AIS status symbolsAIS status is indicated by a symbol in the databar.Symbol DescriptionAIS unit is switched on and operating.AIS currently unavailable.AIS unit is switched off, or not connected.AIS unit is in Silent Mode.AIS unit is in Silent Mode, with active alarms.AIS unit is connected and switched on, but hasactive alarms.AIS unit is connected and switched on, but thedangerous and lost alarm is disabled.10.7 AIS silent modeAIS silent mode enables you to disable AIS transmissionsAIS silent mode enables you to disable the transmitting functionsof your AIS equipment. This is useful when you do not want totransmit your vessel’s AIS data to other AIS receivers, but still wishto receive data from other vessels.Note: Not all AIS equipment supports silent mode. For moreinformation, refer to the documentation that accompanies yourAIS unit.Enabling and disabling AIS silent mode in thechart applicationFrom the chart application:1. Select Menu.2. Select AIS Options.3. Select AIS Unit Set-up.4. Select AIS Silent Mode.Selecting AIS Silent Mode will switch between silent mode Onand Off.Enabling and disabling AIS Silent Mode in theradar applicationFrom the Radar application:1. Select Menu.2. Select Track Targets.3. Select AIS Unit Set-up.4. Select AIS Silent Mode.Selecting AIS Silent Mode will switch silent mode On and Off.180 e7 / e7D — User reference
