Earlier tutorial / 2:42

Plots and tracks

An earlier explanation of plots and tracks on the scope.

Written guide in English

Use the written guides for the controls in your game version. This earlier recording may show a different interface.

What you’ll take away

  • See the original demonstration
  • Use the companion written answer for context
Words used on this page

Choose an underlined term for a quick explanation, or browse the meanings here.

Plot

One report of a detected position. The history dots behind a contact are plots showing earlier reported positions.

Related guide: plot or track
Track

The system’s record of a contact over time, built from related reports. On the scope it is shown using a symbol and available information.

Related guide: plot or track
Scope

The radar display: the map-like screen containing contacts, symbols and information.

Related guide: first session
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