6.3 Presentation of radar information
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6.3 Presentation of radar information

  6.3.1 Radar images should be displayed by using a basic colour that provides optimum contrast. Radar echoes should be clearly visible when presented on top of a chart background. The relative strength of echoes may be differentiated by tones of the same basic colour. The basic colour may be different for operation under different ambient light conditions.

  6.3.2 Target trails should be distinguishable from targets and clearly visible under all ambient light conditions.


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