
INTERFACE
Electronic circuits that permit the passage of data be-
tween different types of devices; For example, the speed
and heading interface circuit permits data from a speed
log and compass to pass to the navigator processor.
IONOSPHERE
A layer of ionized air about 80 kilometers (50 miles)
above the earth’s surface.
IONOSPHERIC INTERFERENCE
Distortion imparted to a broadcast radio signal as it
passes through the ionosphere.
ITDMA
Incremental Time Division Multiple Access – Access pro-
tocol for pre-announced transmissions of temporary or
non-repeatable character. It is also used during data link
network entry.
ITU
International Telecommunication Union.
KALMAN FILTER
A software routine that produces the navigation solution
(see NAVIGATION SOLUTION).
KEY LOCK
Disabling the EDIT-key so that data entries cannot be
inadvertently made.
LED
Light Emitting Diode.
LEG
One of the segments in a route.
LEEWAY
The leeward drift of the vessel from the true course due
to wind.
LOCAL TIME ZONE
The time zone (see TIME ZONE) in which the navigator is
located.
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