BCG has added a Virtual Steering Control (VSC) option to PCBME, allowing a student to navigate his/her Ownship with controls located on the same screen as the radar presentation. Gain years of marine radar experience in days or weeks on your PC. Target track data output via a serial port or network connection in NMEA-0183 format is supported for integration with an ECS or ECDIS system. RYA approved radar simulator for training crews of small leisure or commercial craft. For ARPA support, PCBME provides target acquisition & tracking, leading vectors & history trails, and trial maneuvers. The radar operational features include full ARPA functionality, AIS Functionality, radar video controls, dual EBLs & VRMs, multiple presentation modes, graphics capabilities and range scaling. The radar image incorporates realistic simulation of landmass, moving targets, precipitation returns, sea clutter and other effects seen on a real radar. It is a powerful training tool used to familiarize a student with the use of a real ARPA radar for ship navigation. Since ECDIS CBT does not require constant internet access, trainees can study ECDIS CBT when and wherever they may choose. PCBME is a Windows-based application which emulates a BridgeMaster-E TM display on a Windows based PC. The FURUNO ECDIS CBT (Computer Based Training) is a training solution where trainees are able to take FURUNO Type specific ECDIS training on their own PCs.
