2002-2008 Four Winns Vista 378 Boat Owners Manual

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B.   Depthsounder
Always utilize the chain stop provided with the
windlass/bowrollercombination.  Thechainstop
prevents the anchor from accidently releasing
while the boat is moving thus preventing dam-
age to the boat  or possible injury or death  to
individual(s) aboard the boat. See Figure M15.
A depthsounder is included with the navigation package
options.  Please consult  the manufacturer’s literature
included in the owner’s packet for operation and care of
the depthsounder.
C.   Ship to Shore VHF Radio
A VHF radio is optional equipment offered with a selec-
tion of one of the navigation  packages offered on the
378.
It provides reliable communication between ves-
sels, and from ship to public or private shore stations. It
is programmed for two-way communication on all  the
International, U.S. and Canadian channels plus recep-
tion on separate weather channels, and the international
calling and safety channels (16/9).
The VHF radio with microphone is mounted on the helm.
Ifequipped,additionalinformationisincludedinthemanu-
facturer’s literature included in the owner’s packet.
Figure  M15:   Chain  Stop
D.   GPS/Chart Plotter
M - 13   NAVIGATIONALEQUIPMENT
A.   Compass
AGPS/chart plotter isanelectronicsystemthroughwhich
a navigator  can determine  his position  regardless of
weather. The GPS sensor receives high frequency radio
signals generated from satellites to generate coordinate
readingsonthedisplay.   The GPS navigational unit takes
this information and  uses it to determine  the vessel’s
exact position.  Factory installed GPS system is one of
the optionalnavigational packages offered. Itismounted
at the helm. If equipped, refer to the manufacturer’s lit-
erature included in the owner’s packet.
A compass is standard on the Four Winns 378 Vista™.
It is a valuable piece of equipment when operating off-
shore, in unfamiliar waters, or in adverse weather condi-
tions. The safety of those aboard the boat could, at some
time, depend upon the compass and your navigational
skills.
Afterallpersonalequipmentisinstalled,includingallelec-
tronics (VHF radio, GPS, chart  plotter, etc.), the com-
pass must be properly calibrated. DO NOT rely on the
compassreadingsuntilinitialadjustment(compensation)
has been performed.  The boat has  a factory installed
compass, the manufacturer’s instructions are provided in
the owner’s packet.  Most areas have local companies
that specialize in compass adjustment. If unsure of the
propercompensationtechniques,considerhavingthead-
justmentdoneprofessionallytoinsureaccuracyandconfi-
dence in the compass.
E.   Auto Pilot and Radar
Another optional navigation package offered is an auto
piotandradarpackage.   Theautopilotonceprogrammed
and engaged steers the course set by the operator. The
radar detects objects/targets and displays them for the
operator to see.
NOTICE
These devices are  only an aid to  navigation.
Their accuracy can be  affected by many fac-
tors including equipment failure or defects, en-
vironmental conditions, and improper handling
or use.  It  is the user’s responsibility to  exer-
cise common prudence and navigational judge-
ment. These devices should not be relied upon
as a sole means of navigation nor as a substi-
tute for such prudence and judgement.
NOTICE
During use, keep all extraneous metal objects
away from the compass. The close proximity of
metal objects (e.g., beverage cans) can cause
compass deviation.
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great very informative. should not have to fill this out for a manule though


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