Handling system messages
This procedure explains how to read and acknowledge messages from the ME70 system.
Context
To open the Messages dialog box, select Messages on the top bar. When a new message is issued by the ME70 system, the button on the top bar flashes. The colour of the triangle reflects the severity of the most serious message. If you hold the cursor over the button, a short list of the current messages is shown.
Note
All messages provided by the ME70 system are stored in log files on the hard disk. If you experience abnormal behaviour, these files may prove useful for Simrad’s support organization. Observe the relevant procedure to copy these log files to a USB memory stick.
Procedure
1 Errors
These errors are fatal. Operation of the ME70 system cannot continue. You need to turn off the ME70 system and attempt a restart.
2 System alarms
These are messages related to the operation of the ME70 system, or to major software components. You can continue the operation, but note that the data provided by the ME70 system may be inaccurate. A restart is recommended.
3 Operational alarms
These are messages related to environment conditions, interface or other non-software events. Depending of the message nature, check that all interfaces to the ME70 are operational. A system restart may be required.
4 Warnings
A warning is issued when an irregular event occurs. Depending on the nature of the message, check what is causing the warning. A restart is normally not required.
5 Information
An information messages is simply a notification of a minor operational event. No corrective actions are required.
Note
If a serious error message occurs, this dialog will automatically be shown. Critical error conditions may cause the ME70 system to shut down in a controlled manner.