6. RASTER (ARCS) CHARTS
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6.4 ARCS Subscriptions
ARCS customers can subscribe to one of two service levels, ARCS Navigator or
ARCS Skipper.
Note: If you receive an ARCS chart permit on a floppy disk, copy the contents of the
disk to a USB flash memory and then install the permit files.
6.4.1 ARCS Navigator
ARCS Navigator operators receive a comprehensive weekly updating service on a
CD-ROM that mirrors the Admiralty Notices to Mariners (NMs) used to correct Admi-
ralty paper charts. The update information is cumulative, ensuring that only the most
recent Update CD-ROM is necessary. ARCS Navigator license is valid for 12 months.
During this period, weekly updates will be delivered on Weekly Update CD-ROMs.
ARCS Navigator is intended for SOLAS class operators who require that their charts
are up-to-date.
Content of ARCS Navigator pack:
• One (1) or more Chart CD-ROMs (RC1-RC11) containing ARCS charts
• One (1) Update CD-ROM containing the latest ARCS chart corrections
6.4.2 ARCS license information
Licensee information, which is transferred between participants, is as shown below.
Manu-
facturer
User
Chart
agent
Dongle+User permit+PIN (Personal Identification No.)
Chart Permit+Chart CD+Update CD
User Permit+PIN+List of Charts
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