Furuno 1721 User Manual

Safety warnings for radar operation and maintenance.

Overview of the radar's functions, design, and specifications.

Description of the radar's front panel controls and layout.

Step-by-step guide for initial setup and basic radar operation.

How to select and adjust the radar's range settings.

Guidance on adjusting receiver sensitivity for optimal echo display.

How to use the A/C SEA control to reduce sea clutter.

Covers receiver tuning, screen brightness, panel backlighting, and heading mark erase.

Explanation of how to use the menu touchpad and its functions.

Methods for measuring target range and bearing using the radar.

Techniques to minimize unwanted signals like sea and rain clutter.

How to shift the display view and use the zoom function.

Setting up and using the guard zone alarm for collision avoidance.

How to use the plotting function to track targets.

Displaying navigation input like position, speed, and course.

Using echo stretch to improve target visibility and distinction.

Using the watchman function to monitor for targets in a guard zone.

Factors influencing the radar's minimum and maximum detection ranges.

Understanding radar screen elements, target types, and false echoes.

Methods for accurately determining the ship's position using radar.

General guidelines for maintaining the radar unit, scanner, and radome.

Procedures for cleaning the display screen and replacing the fuse.

Simple checks and solutions for common radar operational problems.

Advanced diagnostic procedures for complex radar issues.

General advice on siting and mounting the radar system units.

Installing the scanner unit, including siting, mounting, wiring, and options.

Installing the display unit, including connections and mounting accessories.

Checklist for verifying proper installation of the radar system.

Tuning, calibration, and alignment procedures for optimal radar performance.