All about ECDIS

Charting the way

ECDIS equipment, charts, training, regulations, global support and more

Designed for life at sea

A professional ECDIS solution

JAN-901B
23-inch

Intuitive and advanced user-interface

Featuring multi/wide-view mode

With real-time radar and AIS overlay

Also conning on screen and navtex integration

In-house technology

Anti-vibration design, silicon disk and stabilized processor

Advanced route planning

Easy to edit, save and import routes

Available in standalone and desktop

Suiting your type and size of vessel

Or a cost-effective solution

The JAN-2000, a fully type approved system, is a highly

cost-effective solution for mid-small size ships &
workboats with a standardized interface configuration,
which as well is considered as an economical back-up
solution for the JAN-901B/701B.

JAN-2000

Standard
Gyro
Log
GPS
AIS

19- or 23-inch

The purpose of this booklet is for general information only and does not constitute any form of advice or recommendation upon which a
specific decision should be made with respect to classification society regulations or recommendations. JRC will not be held liable for any
claims, penalties, loss, damages or expenses arising from the use or the inability to use the booklet information.

JAN-701B

19-inch

Index

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Index
Intro

Contents
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Whats ECDIS?

Training

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Charts
IMO

Footprint

Global support
JRC ECDIS

Intro

Our newly developed multi-functional ECDIS systems do not only meet IMO
requirements, but are one of the worlds most advanced and future proof
e-charting solutions available today.
But theres much more to it.
We hope this ECDIS guide charts you in the right direction.

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Whats ECDIS?
Charts
Whats ECDIS?

An Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) is a computer-based navigation

system that complies with IMO regulations and can function as an alternative for paper
navigation charts. One of the performance standards is to have ENCs installed for the
intended voyage.
ENCs
Electronic Navigational Charts. These are
official vector charts conforming to the
specifications of the IHO, issued by or on
behalf of a national hydrographic office.
IHO nations are responsible for producing
ENCs of their own waters and updating
them with all safety-critical information.

After hundreds of years of sailing

with paper charts, merchant-shipping
fleets will make a transition to digital
navigation in little more than 20 years.
The JRC ECDISs may, if flag state/class
society approves, be used as the primary
source of navigational information in
place of paper charts.

Flag/Class society
The state (country) in which a ship is
registered and hence under which flag
it is sailing is known as the Flag State.
Please always contact your Flag State/Class
society to be aware of interpretation of the
ECDIS mandatory regulations.

A new approach

Probably the biggest change is the ENCs used inside an ECDIS, representing a new approach
to navigation. As opposed to a paper reference, an ENC is a key component for ECDIS
navigation, assisting in navigational decision-making and situational awareness as its able
to continuously indicate a vessels position relative to land, objects, hazards and more.

Charts

There are two types

of electronic charts - vector and raster charts.

Vector

A vector chart is a digital

database of all objects
(points, lines, depths, areas
etc.) represented in several
layers on a chart.

Top

Raster

A raster chart is a scanned

and passive image of a
paper chart.

Bottom

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When ENC is not available

In order to sail paperless, ENCs are required as primary source of navigation.

RNC may be used in ECDIS in areas where ENCs are not (yet) available. If ECDIS
is using RNCs, this must be together with an appropriate portfolio of up-todate paper charts.

ENC-to-SENC

The JRC ECDIS converts each ENC from S-57/63 ENC format into an internal
format called System-ENC or SENC, a process to optimize chart display. SENC
delivery is an alternative method to the standard distribution and use of official
ENC data. Users are able to directly receive SENC1, a conversion which otherwise
would have to happen inside the ECDIS.

Charts inside JRC ECDIS

All new JRC ECDISs come standard (ex-factory) with Admiraltys pre-loaded range of
(official) global ENCs and ready for ARCS and C-Maps Ed.3 with e-Token driver.

Pre-installed ENCs
e-Token dongle

RNCs
Raster Navigational Charts. Charts conform
to IHO specifications and are produced
by digitally scanning the image of a paper
chart. They contain significant metadata
to ensure minimum functionality, such
as geo-referencing, ability to update and
show corrections and day/night view.

S-57
IHO special publication S-57. It contains
the IHO transfer standards for digital
hydrographic data.
S-63
IHO standard for encrypting and securing
ENC data. The S-63 standard is the official
IHO standard since December 2002.
Protected data can be decrypted by a user
permit number assigned to each ECDIS
individually.
S-100
IHO has introduced (January 2010) a new
hydrographic geospatial standard for
marine data and information, known as
S-100. This new S-100 standard is aligned
with the ISO19100 series of geographic
standards.

About AVCS

All new JRC ECDISs will be preloaded in the factory with all AVCS
(Admiralty Vector Chart Service) charts.
JRC and UKHO offer this integrated service
with direct access to the UKHO portfolio of
ENCs, making it easier to obtain the data
required for passage planning and voyage
execution.
The JRCs ECDIS JAN-901B/701B/2000
series offer seafarers a great value in
bridge technology, delivering seamless
access to navigational data.

ENC web database

iho.int

AVCS information
ukho.gov.uk/AVCS
C-Map information
c-map.com

1. Not all hydrographic offices allow SENC delivery

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Training

Training

ECDIS is a total change from paper charts, therefore key to implementation is training.
The master, first officer and other watchkeeping bridge officers should, as a minimum,
undertake a generic ECDIS training course. In addition some authorities and/or class
societies require a type-specific ECDIS course together with regular updated training.

Generic

ISM
The International Safety Management Code
(ISM Code) stands for the safe operation of
ships and pollution prevention.
A few examples of what is required to be
up-to-date:
v Voyage planning
v Pre-(arrival or departure) routines
v Watch-keeping routines
v Chart correction routines
v Service and support routines
v And more

This is a standardized general course

(IMO model course 1.27) consisting of
a number of topics and skills on the
operational use of ECDIS.

Type-specific

This is a training course for the ECDIS

model in use onboard. A JRC-specific
(familiarization) training is required
according to ISM code.

Current IMO Standards for Training, Certification and Watch-keeping (STCW) is written
around paper charts, but ECDIS is considered to be included under the term chart. From 1
January 2012, the new STCW will include mandatory ECDIS training.

The ISM code has strict wording on training, referring to the training of users of safetyrelated equipment, such as ECDIS.

JRC & training

UK

ECDIS Ltd

Germany

WEB BASED MARITIME TRAINING

Safebridge

JRC is working together with various

dedicated training establishments that
provide both generic and JRC type-specific
courses, in addition to other training
courses. JRC continues to increase our
ECDIS training partners globally.
For the latest JRC training information,
please visit jrceurope.com/ecdis

US

ECDIS Ltd.
ecdis.org

Seagull

Safebridge
safebridge.de
Seagull
sgull.com

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If you use ECDIS as a primary means of navigation, its essential to understand both your
flag state and class society requirements for installation and operator certification.

IMO

IMO

The IMO amendments to the international convention for SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea)
makes it compulsory to fit an ECDIS.
The legislation will be phased by vessel type and size and will eventually apply to almost
all large merchant and passenger ships. Use below timetable to determine which of your
vessel(s) will be affected and when:

NewPassengerShips
NewTankers

>500gt

>3000gt

NewCargoShips

>10000gt

NewCargoShips

>3000gt

ExistingPassengerShips

>500gt

ExistingTankers

>3000gt

ExistingCargo

>50000gt

ExistingCargo

>20000gt

ExistingCargo
1July
2009

1July
2010

1July
2011

1July
2012

1July
2013

1July
2014

1July
2015

1July
2016

>10000gt

1July
2017

1July
2018

Note that vessels may be free from installing ECDIS when they will be permanently
out-of-service within 2 years after the implementation date.

Back-up

A single ECDIS does not normally qualify for compliance for paperless sailing. It is a normal
requirement to have ECDIS back up with a second ECDIS, chart radar or paper charts.

UPS

A UPS may also be required due to possible blackout during switchover from vessels mains
to emergency power source.

Sensor

An ECDIS must be directly connected to an electronic positioning system, gyro and log
sensor. When no gyro is available, the ECDIS should be connected to the ships Transmitting
Heading Device (THD).

Check your flag state and class society requirements for ECDIS back-up, power supply
and connected sensor requirements.

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Footprint

ECDIS footprint

JRC has been involved with ECDIS development for 20 years. Below timeline shows some of
the key dates in the history of the development and implementation of ECDIS.

ECDIS timeline
Required ECDIS
implementation

2020

2010

JAN-901M

JAN-901B

Training will be
mandatory

JAN-901

2000

1990

JAN-1397

IMO permits raster chart operation

IMO adopts ECDIS
performance standard

JAN-1290

The term ECDIS is born

1980

Elementary ECS
becomes available

1970
Due to reasons of space we cannot show all
of the JRC models of ECDIS and chart radar

1960

1950

since our first model was manufactured in

1990, however JRC are more than ready for

the forthcoming IMO ECDIS installation date

First suggestions to
combine radar image
with digitized data

deadlines with our current range of ECDIS

or chart radars which combine radar, target

tracking and full ECDIS capability.

ECDIS path

JRCs path

In-house technology

The technology integrated in the JRC ECDIS is the result of years of in-house experience.

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Mechanical technology

QA technology

Materials

Assembling

Rack/pedestal

Mechnical design

Test facilities

Individual test

Electronics technology

Application system technology

ASIC-PCB

Core/kernel

Components

Electronic design

Engineering

System design

Global support

Total global support

JRC continues the proud tradition of our renowned hardware and software, which is
enhanced with our total product support around the world via our Starnetwork.

JRC Starnetwork

JRCs comprehensive Starnetwork includes over 270 qualified partners, providing

support across the world through all time zones.

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For JRC Starnetwork support, simply call us on +81 3 3492 9201 service is
available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

JRC First Aid Kit

Your vessel(s) cannot afford downtime. With our global First Aid Kit system,
we can urgently provide requested parts within a minimum timeframe.

Our First Aid Kits are placed in 28 locations worldwide.

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The JRC ECDIS

Which ECDIS is best suitable?

Compare JRC ECDIS and find out which one suits your vessel.

IMO compliant

JAN-2000

JAN-701B

JAN-901B

Installation style

Desktop (black box type)

Standalone and desktop

JRC display

19-inch (1280 by 1024 pixels)

Alternative display

Hatteland 19-inch (JH19T14MMD) and 23-inch (JH20T17MMD), Baytech 23-inch (BPM-723-DA-AC-BZ)

Built-in UPS

No

Yes, holds up to 90 seconds until OS closes automatically1

Hard disk

1 x 160 GB (single HDD)

2 x 160 GB (dual HDD)

Silicon disk

1 GB

2 GB

CD/DVD ROM drive

Yes

Power supply

100-115V to 200-230V AC 10%, 60/50 Hz 5%

Serial input

3 standard (optional up to 7)

11 standard (optional up to 26)

Analog input

n/a

10 (optional)

Sync input

n/a

2 (optional)

E-token

Yes

Radar overlay

No

AIS and TT display

Yes

TCS

No

Route transfer

Yes

RMS

Yes

Data transfer via LAN

Yes

AVCS pre-installation

Yes

23-inch (1600 by 1200 pixels)

Yes

Yes

The 23-inch JMA-900B chart radar is also fully compliant as ECDIS terminal.

Radar overlay

The JRC JAN-701B/901B offers more than just overlaying a rough radar image. The
radar image has a high resolution when interfaced with JRC radars. Priority objects on
the vector charts are not hidden but overlaid on the radar image. At the same time,
brilliance and clutter controls of the radar images continues to be operable.

1. When power source comes back, the ECDIS automatically turns on and goes back to
last known setting/configuration

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The JRC ECDIS

Brings simplicity onto the bridge

The newly developed multi-functional JAN-901B/701B/2000 ECDIS and JMA-900B

series chart radars are designed to provide continuous position and navigation safety
information. Our advanced ergonomics and man-machine interface is designed to
enhance the working environment.

Five system choices

ECDIS

ECDIS/radar overlay

ECDIS/conning

ECDIS/radar overlay/conning

Chart radar

Bridge the advantages

Outclassing the performance and reliability of our product line up is difficult. Now, connect these
together and you have a total1 IT navigation solution, the ultimate workgroup on the bridge.

Paperless sailing and more

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Log

Radar

ECDIS

Typical installation for paperless sailing

Update the charts from both ECDIS via the route planning station
Active route transfer via LAN

1. Not all IMO required equipment are shown. Gyro compass is non-JRC supply.

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