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Load and Update ENC

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Furuno ECDIS preparation is divided into FMD 3x00 v3.1 and v4.0 collections with individual topics. Check the collection name before starting, as questions for different equipment versions may differ.

“Furuno ECDIS — FMD 3x00 v3.1 — Load and Update ENC” contains 5 questions across 1 collection.

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How are regular T&Ps updated on the ECDIS?

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  • T&&Ps must always be created as Manual Updates.
  • I create a Manual Update containing the T&&Ps using the Manual function in the Load && Update function of the Chart Menu.
  • Most T&&Ps are included in the weekly update CD and these are updated automatically together with the other updates on the CD.✓ Correct answer
  • I cannot update T&&Ps on the FURUNO ECDIS.
What is the recommended loading sequence when you receive new charts - updates and permits?

One correct answer

  • There is no recommended sequence.
  • #1:Base CDs #2:Update CD #3:Permit
  • #1:Permit #2:Update CD #3:Base CDs
  • #1:Permit #2:Base CDs #3:Update CD✓ Correct answer
How do you update your vector charts on the Furuno ECDIS using the ENC Update CD?

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  • I use the AutoLoad function.✓ Correct answer
  • I create a Manual Update from the information on the CD.
  • I create a User Chart.
  • I import the information using the Chart Details function in the Chart Catalogue.
How are loaded ENCs converted into SENCs when updating?

One correct answer

  • The FURUNO ECDIS will normally convert the ENCs to SENCs automatically.✓ Correct answer
  • I must use the conversion tool from the Menu.
  • I cannot convert ENCs into SENCs.
  • I load the new Permit file using the file named ENC.PMT and then I use the S52 Presentation Library from the System menu in the Chart Menu to convert the ENCs into SENCs.
Where can you update the ENCs?

One correct answer

  • In the Chart Manager (Individual Update)✓ Correct answer
  • In the Update function of the Chart Display
  • In the Update function of the System Settings
  • In the Update function of the Chart Legend

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