TIMEZERO TZ Professional Software

TZ Professional Software 

TZ Professional software was created to meet the navigation demands and requirements of all professional seafarers. It offers a wide range features as well as optional modules and charts to enhance your experience. TIMEZERO software has two key goals: supreme control and performance.

Cutting edge Software for Professional Navigation 

NAVIGATION TYPES 

While safety and performance remain the cornerstones for any professional at sea, other requirements like a dedicated workspace, compatibility and the processing of your instruments data and the impact of specific weather variations are vital for some and less so for others.

The TZ Navigator Software in combination with additional models can make it ideal for:

• Commercial Fishing
• Workboat
• Racing
• Sport Fishing

FEATURES 

COMPATIBILITY WITH S-63 CHARTS

Keeping with current charts is critical to ensuring the safety of everyone at sea. The official encrypted S-63 charts are compatible with TZ Professional. Every week, the S-63 charts are updated. These maps comply with the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) S-52 standard. The iconography offers a simplified display in order to improve the readability of the marine charts on-screen.

ADVANCED ROUTE MANAGEMENT  

Route planning is critical for all maritime professionals.
TIMEZERO´s unique technology ensures the security of a route from the moment it is created: Color codes (green/red) allow you to instantly determine whether the depth is suitable for your boat's safe passage. An computerized route wizard will advise you on the best departure and arrival times, taking tides and currents into consideration.

PROFILE WINDOW

This new took displays a point-to-point depth profile window instantly. This 2D perspective will allow you to spot depth changes (rocks, shipwrecks, etc.) with unrivaled precision.

FISHING WORKSPACE

A workspace dedicated to professional fishers, which allows for the customization of 2D/3D so that the most relevant information is displayed first.

SECURITY CONE

The new security cone is a feature that adheres to the IMO's approved guidelines. It uses the information from vector charts to find isolated risks and shallow regions. An anti-grounding warning will be activated automatically if an obstacle is identified inside this cone in front of the boat's path.

USER INTERFACE

When it comes to handling all of your navigation data as well as all of the other features that have made TIMEZERO a major success for more than 30 years, the user interface of TZ Professional is straightforward and simple to use.

WEATHER AND TIDES

This weather tool is simple to use and provides 24 hour access to weather forecasts globally.
Free Weather forecasting, because no navigator will plan a route without a trustworthy weather prediction. TIMEZERO provides all users with free access to current data.

TIMEZERO Weather Wizard can directly download and display weather and oceanic data.

Examine how weather data is incorporated into TIMEZERO software:

TIMEZERO is one of the world's leading suppliers of maritime weather, with about one million weather files downloaded each year. It allows you to directly overlay meteorological and oceanic data on your chart.

The latest version of TZ Navigator now includes GFS model forecasts with a 0.25° precision.

Free and limitless forecasting for up to 15 days with global coverage:

To get your weather data, simply send your personalized weather service request and receive a downloadable file by internet or by email. The file size is quite small at around a few KB.

SYNCRONIZATION CLOUD

With TZ Cloud, your data follows you wherever you go and is always available.
Discover the revolutionary TIMEZERO - FURUNO ecosystem for securing your navigation data.

TIMEZERO protects your navigation data with the new TZ Cloud technology. You will not need to export your markings, images, routes, or zones since they will be automatically preserved and safeguarded.

TZ Cloud also provides real-time synchronization between all TIMEZERO systems and the FURUNO NavNet TZtouch2 MFD.

Discover how the TZ Cloud works:

TZ Cloud eliminates data loss

The new TZ Cloud service, which is available for all TIMEZERO products and the FURUNO NavNet TZtouch2, handles your data automatically in an easy and safe manner.

If you wish to retrieve your navigation data from home, but your navigation computer is still aboard your yacht, you may view your data by entering into your MyTIMEZERO account. You may access your synced navigation data at any time and place.

TZ Cloud automatically saves:

• 30000 marks
• 1000 images
• 200 routes
• 100 zones 

Share your data between TIMEZERO platforms

If you require a backup navigation system, the synchronization mechanism allows several TIMEZERO software products or other TIMEZERO compatible platforms to exchange your data automatically. For instance, the iPad and iPhone app TZ iBoat can instantly synchronize with the TIMEZERO PC program. There's no need to use a wire or a flash drive to manually transfer your data. The routes and marks are instantly shared via TZ Cloud.

TZ Cloud's synchronization provides unrivaled on-board comfort. In fact, you won't need to replicate your markings, zones, or routes from now on. Inside the boat, navigate using your PC, and the information will be instantly copied on the TZ iBoat app and the FURUNO NavNet TZtouch2 MFD.

Use any device to access your navigation data

You may also review your navigation data using your web browser (Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Mozilla Firefox) with the new TZ Cloud service. The online platform displays your markings, surfaces, routes, and images on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

When you create or alter an object on your TIMEZERO PC Software, TZ iBoat app, or FURUNO NavNet TZtouch2 or TZtouch3 MFD, the ecosystem instantly synchronizes to show your data on the new cloud platform: cloud.mytimezero.com.

You must be connected to the internet and login into your MyTIMEZERO account to use this free feature.

OCEAN-O

The Ocean-O feature helps to easily identify fishing zones by collecting and analyzing oceanographic data. 

It successfully identifies zones with a high possibility of containing fish while lowering operational expenses and the degree of environmental impact simply by going right to the source.

The altimetry identification service, geostrophic currents, sea surface temperature SST, and plankton and chlorophyll concentration are all at your disposal to help you plan fishing excursions more quickly, easily, and intelligently. TIMEZERO´s  forecast workspace offers a free platform for accessing both oceanographic and weather forecasts.

To receive this data, all that is needed is an internet connection.

AIS/ARPA TARGETS 

The configuration of AIS might be complicated at times. TIMEZERO´s  new AIS module enables comprehensive setting of all information (Status, Destination, etc.) within TZ Professional. Furthermore, AIS text messages may now be received and sent via TZ Professional. This technology will allow for simplified, free and individual communication with all vessels equipped with AIS. Finally, by identifying speed ranges that correspond to the speeds of fishing boats, it is feasible to rapidly identify vessels that are actively fishing.

Recognize nearby targets and predict their moves.

With the TIMEZERO software, monitor your navigation zone. Display targets in table format with all necessary information using TIMEZERO's AIS/ARPA capability. Avoid collisions by monitoring the movements of surrounding boats and programming the anti-collision warnings based on your chosen criteria.

Integrated within all of the TIMEZERO range, the AIS/ARPA feature allows you to:

• AIS/ARPA Tracks: Carry out unlimited recordings of AIS/ARPA tracks.
• AIS/ARPA Targets: Receive AIS and ARPA signals from all target reception devices (NMEA 0183 standard)
• Targets List: Display targets in table format including all necessary information
• CPA/TCPA Alarms: Customize the settings of the anti-collision alarm

Automatic Identification System (AIS)

Since the development of the radar, AIS has been regarded as the most crucial invention for marine security. When linked to TIMEZERO, your AIS system provides a complete picture of the traffic in your area.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) highly advises equipping your vessel with AIS to increase navigation security.

The identification method automatically detects a considerably greater zone than those covered by VTS radar stations at a cheap cost. Within this larger zone, approaching boat directions and speeds are detected, and anti-collision precautions are implemented automatically.

Using AIS, surveillance centers can handle the most essential traffic with the same personnel. In addition, it supplies a VHF network for port operations. The AIS function accomplishes two goals: it improves security and it responds in situations of emergency.

Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA)

Today, the vast majority of commercial boats have been equipped with an ARPA radar to alert users of potential accidents. These anti-collision radars are also now reasonably priced for most recreational vessels. If you are unsure if you are presently sensing possible crashes and you are driving in a congested location, this tool will assist you in avoiding potential risks.

While some systems provide trustworthy data, they are frequently difficult to comprehend. The objectives are presented immediately inside the chart and can even be captured when using AIS/ARPA for TIMEZERO.

A simple click on a target will provide its speed, CPA, and TCPA. A table with all of the necessary information will show after a double click. All of this information may be captured and saved for later use.

CHART ENGINE 

View the most important data from both land and water in real time.

TIMEZERO technology provides notable ease of use and exceptional power to TIMEZERO software. Because of its unique technology, all of the software provides you with a flawless and continuous chart display. The combination of PhotoFusion with a unique 2D/3D chart engine allows for the simultaneous visualization of all critical data on a single screen. Even when using pan and zoom, the navigation is seamless with no redraw time.

Have access to worldwide maps thanks to the mm3d charts*, which are compatible with TZ Professional. Its global coverage is accessible in raster and vector charts (C-MAP). TIMEZERO technology also includes an unrivaled chart engine that automatically combines maritime charts, 3D data, and satellite pictures via PhotoFusion.

*the TZ charts are sold separately (check our webshop for Mega-Wide and Wide Vector charts) 

LIST OF TZ PROFESSIONAL ⁽¹⁾ FEATURES 

• Supported PC Operating Systems: Windows 8.1, Windows 10 and Windows 11
• Connection to Instruments: NMEA0183, NMEA2000 (via Actisense NGT1-USB) or Furuno NavNet Network (for Navigation Data Only)
• Autopilot Output Connection⁽²⁾
• Exclusive TIMEZERO Chart Engine (2D and 3D View with Seamless Chart Redraw without limited range presets)
• Advanced Professional User Interface
• "Quick Action" NavData allows to configure any actions to a button
• Day, Dusk and Night Mode
• Worldwide Planning Charts (base map)
• Worldwide 3D Database (base map)
• Worldwide Tide Database
• Tidal Currents for North America
• TZ MAPS compatibility (Vector, Raster when available, detailed land information, high-resolution satellite photos and high-resolution Bathymetry)
• mm3d Raster or Vector chart compatibility (from various manufacturers such as C-MAP or MapMedia)
• Accurate mm3d High Resolution Satellite Photos for Bahamas and Europe
• Exclusive TIMEZERO PhotoFusion (intelligent mix of satellite photos and nautical charts)
• Depth Shading (color according to depth overlaid on the chart)
• Multi-level Undo & Redo
• Unlimited Track Recording (with track recall feature)
• Track Line Coloring (according to SST, Speed, Depth...)
• Advanced Route Planning Wizard (Route Departure Time Optimization according to Tidal Current)
• Search & Rescue (SAR) route Patterns
• Anti-Grounding Cone
• Planning Route Safety Check
• Lost Sensor Alarm
• Print Route Feature
• Odometer NavData (Duration, Distance, Max Speed, Average Speed)
• Marks, Waypoints, Routes Boundaries, Lines, Annotations & Photos (User Objects)
• Synchronization of User Objects (Local and Cloud synchronization) among compatible TIMEZERO Platforms)
• Unlimited Marks, tracks and boundaries
• Layer and Marks Management (including presets allowing customer to create “group” of layers)
• Advanced Events Management
• Event NavData allows to quickly drop event with the mouse
• Loran C & Decca grid
• Worldwide Place Name Search
• Import your own Photos with Automatic Geolocation
• POIs: ActiveCaptain (Interactive Cruising Guidebook)
• Weather Data Service (Rain, Cloud, Air Temperature, Wind, Waves, Oceanic Currents, Pressure)
• Ocean Data Service (Sea Surface Temperature, Plankton, Altimetry)
• Weather Forecast, Tides and Currents Animation
• Alarms (Anchor Alarm, CPA/TCPA Alarm, Depth Alarm, and more…)
• Alarm Zone NavData (know at any time the closest alarm zone)
• Own Ship and Targets (AIS and ARPA) Alarm Zones
• AIS Fishing Mode
• AIS and MARPA Target Display (with targets list)
• AIS and MARPA Graphic CPA
• Target Track Recording
• AutomaticTarget Trail
• Advanced AIS Management (Target Activation)
• AIS MKD allowing to set Voyage Data and Navigational Status (Moored, Navigation…)
• AIS messages can be sent and received (addressed “normal” and “safety” messages)
• AIS Marine Traffic compatibility (Global AIS feed through an Internet connection)
• Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and Man Over Board (MOB)
• TRIPS feature
• Fleet Tracking ("PosRep" files support)
• Fishing Buoys
• Dual or Triple monitors extended mode
• Fuel Management (Fuel Range Ring, Route Warning, Distance to Empty, Time to Empty)

Optional:

• Western European High Resolution Tidal Current (refer to chart catalog for availability) 
• mm3d High Resolution 3D bathy (on selected area only) 
• Premium Ocean Data Service (Higher Resolution, Multi-Layer Data and Custom Filters) 

Notes:

(1) - TZ Professional can only be installed on one computer
(2) - Connection to the Pilot can be done using NMEA0183 (via a Serial COM Port) or using NMEA2000 (via Actisense NGT1-USB Gateway)

OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL FEATURE

These complementary modules are sold separately (see related products)

TIMEZERO provides a number of additional modules that will improve your navigation experience by routing, displaying neighboring objects, and acquiring crucial seabed data.

TZ Radar Module (with Furuno Ethernet Radar) includes:

• DRS and FAR Radar network connection (view and control the radar)
• Shared Charts Licensing with NavNet MFDs
• User Objects and Active Route Synchronization with NavNet TZtouch2 (v7) and TZtouch3
• Full Screen Radar Work Space and Chart Radar Overlay
• Local ARPA Algorithm with Automatic ARPA acquisition (guard zone)
• New Smart Radar Mode

TZ Sounder Module (with Furuno Ethernet Sounder) includes:

• Sounder network connection (view and control the sounder)
• Full Screen Sounder Work Space with echogram history
• New Sounder Navdata

TZ Weather Routing Module includes:

• Routing according to wind, waves and currents
• Isochrones with SailSet overlay
• Routing calculation automatically avoiding the coastline and shallow water (possibility to set the depth limit)
• Dual Route calculation sail/motor (depending on the wind and theorical speed limit)
• Expected wind conditions display along the track
• Alternate routing
• Routing Detail (List)
• Routing and Weather Animation
• Laylines (requires wind sensor)
• Polar workspace : to display and modify Wind and SailSet Polar files
• Polar % modification
• Adjusting Weather files
• Routing variability calculation and display

TZ PBG Module includes:

• Fishing WorkSpace allowing to customize depth shading and contour lines
• 3D WorkSpace
• Custom Depth Shading (user selectable colors according to depth)
• Profile Window on Divider and Tracks
• Custom Contour Lines

TZ WASSP Multi-Beam Module ⁽³⁾

• Connect to WASSP G1 or WASSP G2 or WASSP G2 survey or WASSP G3
• Record depth and backscatter data
• Navigation data (not available with WASSP G1)
• Display various sonar screens such as Section, Multi-Sounder, Side Scan or Water Column (only available with WASSP G3)

TZ DFF3D Module ⁽³⁾

• Connect to DFF3D multibeam sounder
• Display various sonar screens such as Section, Multi-Sounder, Side Scan or Water Column

TZ Trawl Positionning Module

• Connect to Marport Trawl Positioning system (single net system with 2 doors)
• Display the net in 2D or 3D directly on the chart
• Display Doors trail and Doors COG predictor

TZ Bottom Hardness Module ⁽³⁾

Record (via NMEA0183) the Bottom Hardness output by:

• Furuno FCV295 and FCV1150 ($PFEC,SDbh sentence)
• Simrad ES70 and ES80 ($PSIMDHB sentence)
• Koden CVS-FX series ($PKODS sentence)
• Hondex HE-7300 Di and HE-1500 Di ($PHDX sentence)
• JRC JFC-130 series ($PJRCS sentence)
• Seascan ($PSAP sentence)

TZ Camera and Augmented Reality Module includes:

• AXIS IP Cameras and Video Converter Support (Control and Tracking)
• FLIR Thermal Camera Integration (M-Series Control and Tracking)
• Generic Fixed H264 Network Camera (video only, no Control nor Tracking)
• Augmented Reality
• ONVIF Camera (specific ONVIF Protocol Requirement must be supported)

TZ Host Output Module includes:

• Self-Managed with TZ Host (Internet or private WAN can be used)
• Support Camera and Radar control (in addition to Position, Depth and Wind)
• Designed for “permanent” connection (no “Store & Forward” in case connection to the TZ Host is cut)
• User Objects and Text messages can be sent via TZ Cloud

TZ S57/ S63 charts Module

• Import S57 Charts (NOAA ENC)

TZ VDR (Voyage Data Recorder) Module

Notes:

(3) - You must have the PBG Module first, in order to be able to acquire the WASSP or DFF3D module or Bottom Hardness module.

The TZ Professional software will be delivered with:

• TIMEZERO software with one workstation

If you wish to have an extra work station, it can be added at an additional cost (see related products for more)

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 

In order to use the TZ Professional Software technology and its cutting-edge capabilities, you must meet the system requirements listed below:

• Microsoft® Windows® 10/11 (64-bit operating system)
• CPU Intel® Core™ i5 6th generation or equivalent
• 8GB of RAM (16GB recommended)
• Video Board:
  - Minimum - Intel HD Graphic 510 (i5 6th generation or above)
  - Recommended (for PBG and Multi monitor) - Dedicated Video Board or Intel Iris Plus Graphics
• Screen Resolution: 1024 X 768 or higher (1280 x 800 or above highly recommended)
• Hard Disk: Solid State with 60 GB of free space
• USB or Serial Port for connecting instruments via NMEA0183, Actisense USB NGT-1 for connecting instruments via NMEA2000 or 100 Base-T Network Adapter for Furuno Ethernet Sensors

BROCHURES 

• TZ Professional Manual and User Guide