Acquisition Modes Targets can be automatically acquired by three means: 1 Guard zones: Two zones are available, one pre-set in range, the other variable – both are variable in bearing. Targets are acquired as they transit the zone. 2 Footprint Acquisition Zone (FAZ): A fully variable, self-designated area around the vessel that will acquire all targets within the area. 3 Zone Acquisition: Fourteen inclusion or exclusion sectors are available. AIS Compatible Up to 50 relevant AIS targets can be selected in menu. Measurements On-screen measurements can be done with 2 EBLs (EBLs and VRMs may be operated independently or together), tape measure (point to point) and cursor. Curved Heading Line The Curved Heading Line is designed to predict the ship’s future track and is featured as standard on MANTA displays. Standby and Installation Screens Full on-screen installation, setting to work and test procedures reduce the need for internal access. 6 x 6 Interswitching Allows up to 6 transceivers to be interswitched with up to 6 displays and radar image to be transferred to ECDIS from RIU. Mapping Facilities The displays are capable of producing on- screen maps. The maps may be constructed from 4 line types and 16 IMO symbols in a wide range of colour variations. 15,000 points can be stored in internal memory. Interfaces Bi-directional, individually assigned serial interfaces are standard. Manta radar is ready to connect to VDR and is AIS compatible. Transmitters and Receivers A comprehensive range of up and down mast Transmitters and Receivers with CAN Bus transmitter control is available with S and X band antennas. ERGO Pod Where applicable left and/or right ERGO pods can be fitted to the arms of the operator’s chair. This can take the place of or be used in conjunction with the trackerball fitted to the display. The ERGO pod has additional buttons for direct control of Range and Sea Clutter. Display Variants The MANTA comes in 9 display variants – 3 desktop, 3 console and 3 flush mounted, plus 3 RX/TX versions. MANTA Flush Panel The Flush Panels are suitable for installation in fast ferry, shipyard-provided consoles and similar requirements. Type approval The Manta radar features the very latest high- visibility, 11 colour screens, which meet IMO recommendations and MED type approvals. They also comply with all ITU Emissions Regulations.