Hi trooper,
Several remarks !
1. Are you sure you're talking about the 2006 version of Ship Simulator ? If you just bought it, it could be the 2008 version, in which case you're in the wrong part of the forum !
2. either way, before we can give you technical support, you'll have to register your ship simulator serial number, in your profile on the forum. After that, you'll gain access to the technical support section of the forum, which is the place where you can ask for your questions, and we'll answer you.
And .... welcome
regards,
Denis