VISIONMASTER FT ECDIS – Next-Generation Electronic Chart System for Safer Navigation The VISIONMASTER FT ECDIS is a sophisticated Electronic Chart Display and Information System developed by Sperry Marine, designed to enhance safety, efficiency, and situational awareness for modern vessels. Fully compliant with IMO and SOLAS requirements, the system supports both standalone and integrated bridge configurations, offering mariners a powerful tool for paperless navigation. Product Description: The VISIONMASTER FT ECDIS displays real-time navigational data over electronic navigational charts (ENCs), allowing bridge officers to plan routes, monitor progress, and manage voyage information with high accuracy. It features an intuitive touchscreen interface, seamless radar overlay capability, and integration with AIS, GPS, ARPA, and other navigational inputs. Designed for performance and usability, this ECDIS supports SENC (System ENC) format, route planning tools, alerts, and automatic chart updating. The unit can function as part of a dual ECDIS setup, satisfying paperless navigation rules for SOLAS-class vessels. With flexible screen sizes and resolutions, ergonomic design, and built-in redundancy support, the VISIONMASTER FT ECDIS enhances bridge efficiency while reducing the cognitive workload on navigators. Key Features: Fully IMO/SOLAS compliant ECDIS Touchscreen control with intuitive interface Support for route planning, chart updates, and overlays Integration with AIS, radar, GPS, and ARPA Optional dual-ECDIS setup for paperless compliance Radar video overlay support Built-in alerts and safety zone alarms Automatic chart updating with version control Available in multiple display configurations Designed for standalone or integrated bridge systems Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): 1. What does VISIONMASTER FT ECDIS do? It displays navigational charts and voyage data for safe route planning and monitoring. 2. Is it IMO compliant? Yes, it fully meets IMO and SOLAS ECDIS requirements. 3. Can it replace paper charts? Yes, in a dual-ECDIS configuration, it supports paperless navigation. 4. Does it support radar overlay? Yes, real-time radar video can be overlaid on the chart display. 5. What chart formats are supported? It supports SENC format and official ENCs. 6. Is touchscreen control available? Yes, it features an easy-to-use touchscreen interface. 7. Can it integrate with AIS and GPS? Yes, full sensor and data integration is supported. 8. Is route planning possible? Absolutely, it includes advanced route planning and validation tools. 9. Can it issue alerts and alarms? Yes, including safety zone, proximity, and route deviation alerts. 10. Is it suitable for all vessel types? Yes, it’s ideal for commercial, naval, and offshore vessels.
