Periskal Inland ECDIS Viewer User Manual with argonics TrackPilot

About this manual

This manual provides step‑by‑step instructions for setting up the Periskal Inland ECDIS Viewer together with the argonics TrackPilot. It covers required hardware, network configuration, NMEA settings, and web‑service parameters needed for communication between the viewer and the TrackPilot.

The guide also details how to enter ship dimensions and antenna positions, create, edit, activate, and save waypoint routes, and reset waypoint numbering. Practical tips are included for ensuring accurate track conversion and reliable data logging.

What's inside

• Required hardware and options
• Configuration of the Periskal Inland ECDIS Viewer and the TrackPilot
• Ships measurements and antenna positions
• Send routes as track to the TrackPilot
• Create or edit your own routes
• Waypoint activation and numbering
• Webservices and NMEA Winsock settings

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What static IP address should be configured for the Periskal Inland ECDS Viewer?

Set the static IP address to 192.168.31.160 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.

How do I enable NMEA Winsock communication for the TrackPilot?

In the Webservices menu, enable the option ‘NMEA Winsock’, set the Winsock Host to 192.168.31.190 and the Winsock Port to 10110.

How can I reset waypoint numbering after editing a route?

Deactivate the route, then reactivate it; the numbering will be regenerated in the correct order.