e-Nautical Publications (e-NPs) FAQs

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What are ADMIRALTY e-NPs are digital versions of paper Nautical Publications. They ADMIRALTY e-NPs? are e-Books but differ in the fact that they are updated and sold as a data service on subscription rather than per edition. ADMIRALTY e-NPs are encrypted PDF versions of their paper equivalent; they look identical. This is essential in order to demonstrate that Notices to Mariners (NM) corrections have been made and the publication is compliant. Do ADMIRALTY e- Yes ADMIRALTY e-NPs are produced using official data and are designed to NPs meet SOLAS meet SOLAS requirements. To see an up to date list of flag state approvals, requirements? along with any relevant documentation visit www.ukho.gov.uk/ProductsandServices/e-NPs/Pages/home.aspx?tab=3 What do I need in ADMIRALTY e-NPs allow up to 3 installations on independent PCs, some Flag the way of a backup States may permit or require other options; therefore Ship owners should for ADMIRALTY consult their national maritime administration for specific advice. e-NPs? Can I use Provided you are operating dual systems with independent power supplies and ADMIRALTY e-NPs have carried out a risk assessment according the guidelines laid out by your paperless? Flag State - Yes.

Do ADMIRALTY e- No. T&Ps do not cover Section IV publications. NPs include T&P NMs? How do I get my You may download the latest updates at any time if you have an internet updates? connection. Your distributor may offer additional services. For example send the updates via email, DVD or USB. What is the average size of the weekly update files to download? The weekly updates for ADMIRALTY e-NPs are very small, approximately 0.5Mb for all publications. The ADMIRALTY e-NPs, however, are considerably larger than ENCs so you should receive new editions using cheaper shore based comms or hard media.

How many devices Each vessel will be able to install three devices under each licence. For may I use? additional copies more licenses should be purchased. May I use the In the initial release only Windows XP, 7 and 8 will be supported but future Reader on other releases will allow the e-NPs to be viewed on other systems such as Android. devices, my android tablet for example? How does the The pricing is an annual subscription for an ADMIRALTY e-NP with the ability to pricing work? download and install the latest amendments and editions of the NPs.

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Why does my It is recognised that in most cases users do not require the NP for its full life ADMIRALTY e-NP span and therefore we are offering increased flexibility by providing a 12 month only last for 12 subscription months when the paper equivalent lasts longer? Do I need a special The ADMIRALTY e-NPs will be displayed within the ADMIRALTY e-Reader reader? which will be supplied at the same time as the ADMIRALTY e-NPs. Will all Admiralty Publications be available as an ADMIRALTY e-NP? Publications which are already available in ADP (Admiralty Tide Tables, ADMIRALTY Lights List and ADMIRALTY List of Radio Signals vol 2 and 6) will not be available as an ADMIRALTY e-NP, however all Sailing Directions volumes and many of the reference guides will be made available as ADMIRALTY e-NPs. ADMIRALTY e-NPs will be facsimile copies of the paper publications with the ability to correct the publications. ADP is fully vectorised versions of the publication with extra enhancements and functionality such as tidal predictions in ADMIRALTY Total Tide.

What is the difference between ADMIRALTY e-NPs and ADP?

If my vessel is laid This will not be possible as once the ADMIRALTY e-NP has been unlocked a up will I get a re- re-bate cannot be offered. bate? What is the price of A single annual subscription will be priced at 35 RRP per e-NP. an e-NP? Is the e-NP Reader In the initial release, the e-NP Reader can only be installed on a standalone PC, available to be but in a future release will allow e-NPs to be viewed on a Network. installed on a Network?

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