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Furuno 1722C - User Manual

Furuno 1722C
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MARINE RADAR
MODEL1722/1732/1742/1762
MODEL1722C/1732C/1742C/1762C

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • D
    Dana LopezSep 23, 2025
    What to do if Furuno Marine Radar displays 'No heading pulse detected'?
    • A
      Ashley JimenezSep 23, 2025
      If your Furuno Marine Radar displays 'No heading pulse detected', check the heading sensor.
  • D
    Dominic VazquezAug 25, 2025
    Why is my Furuno 1722C position wrong?
    • F
      fraziermarkAug 25, 2025
      If your Furuno Marine Radar position is wrong, check that the correct geodetic chart system is selected in the GPS SENSOR SETTINGS menu or enter position offset on the GPS SENSOR SETTINGS menu.
  • J
    John ThomasAug 25, 2025
    Why is depth not displayed on my Furuno Marine Radar?
    • M
      maria19Aug 26, 2025
      If the Furuno Marine Radar depth is not displayed, adjust gain to display the bottom echo (in reddish brown on the color model), if you are using the manual sounder mode or correctly display bottom echo on the display, if you are using manual sounder mode.
  • D
    Donna BowmanAug 27, 2025
    How to fix Furuno 1722C picture if it is not updated or freezes?
    • C
      Christopher ElliottAug 27, 2025
      If the picture is not updated or freezes on your Furuno Marine Radar, check the signal cable or turn the display unit off and on again.
  • D
    davidthomasAug 27, 2025
    How to turn on Furuno Marine Radar if it does not power on?
    • I
      imurphyAug 27, 2025
      If you cannot turn on the power of your Furuno Marine Radar, check for a blown fuse, ensure the power connector is firmly fastened, inspect for corrosion on the power cable connector, check for a damaged power cable, and verify the battery has proper voltage output (10.8 to 31.2 V).
  • M
    Michael ThompsonSep 13, 2025
    Why is Furuno Marine Radar speed indication not zero after stopping?
    • C
      Craig SchneiderSep 13, 2025
      If the ship’s speed indication is not zero after the ship is stopped on your Furuno Marine Radar, try to decrease speed/course smoothing on the GPS SENSOR SETTINGS menu.
  • J
    Jeffery BoltonSep 12, 2025
    How to improve range discrimination on Furuno 1722C?
    • K
      Katrina CookSep 12, 2025
      If there is poor discrimination in range on your Furuno Marine Radar, adjust A/C SEA or check heading and speed data for input.
  • S
    Scott CamposSep 12, 2025
    Why are Loran C TDs wrong on Furuno 1722C Marine Radar?
    • M
      Mathew KellySep 12, 2025
      If Loran C TDs are wrong on your Furuno Marine Radar, enter TD offset on the TD SETUP menu.
  • A
    Anthony SuttonSep 4, 2025
    What to do if Furuno 1722C range changed but radar picture doesn't change?
    • A
      Adam MasonSep 4, 2025
      If the range is changed but the radar picture does not change on your Furuno Marine Radar, try hitting the [+] and [-] keys again or turn the display unit off and on again.
  • S
    Steven OnealSep 2, 2025
    Why do marks appear but no echo on Furuno 1722C?
    • J
      Johnny MontgomerySep 2, 2025
      If marks, legends appear but no echo appears on your Furuno Marine Radar, check in the power cable. If it is blown, replace it.

Summary

1. OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

1.1 Operating Controls

Covers the main controls of the display unit and remote controller for radar operation.

2. RADAR OPERATION

2.2 Transmitting and Stand-by Modes

Procedures for switching the radar between transmit and stand-by states.

2.3 Radar Tuning

Covers automatic and manual methods for tuning the radar receiver for optimal performance.

2.4 Gain Adjustment

Details on adjusting receiver sensitivity to optimize echo visibility and reduce noise.

2.5 Sea Clutter Reduction

Explains how to use A/C SEA to reduce unwanted echoes from waves.

2.6 Precipitation Clutter Reduction

Covers adjusting A/C RAIN and FTC to mitigate clutter from rain or snow.

2.9 Presentation Modes

Explains the four radar presentation modes: Head-up, Course-up, North-up, True Motion.

2.10 Range Measurement

Details methods for measuring target range using range rings, cursor, and VRM.

2.11 Bearing Measurement

Explains how to measure target bearing using the cursor and EBL.

2.13 Noise Reduction

Procedures for reducing random 'speckles' or noise on the radar display.

2.14 Radar Interference Reduction

Methods for reducing interference from other shipborne radars.

2.17 Offset EBL Usage

Details on using the offset EBL for collision course prediction and range/bearing measurement.

2.22 Guard Alarm System

Covers setting and managing guard zones for proximity alarms.

2.23 Watchman Functionality

Explains the watchman function for periodic radar checks and alerts.

2.25 ARP and TTM Operation

Covers automatic target tracking, acquisition, and data display with ARP/TTM.

3. PLOTTER OPERATION

3.2 Plotter Presentation Modes

Describes the three plotter presentation modes: North-up, Course-up, and Auto Course-up.

3.6 Track Management

Covers displaying, stopping, restarting, changing color, interval, and erasing ship tracks.

3.8 Waypoint Management

Covers entering, editing, erasing, changing size, and searching for waypoints.

3.9 Route Management

Detailed procedures for creating, connecting, inserting, removing, and erasing routes.

3.10 Navigation Functions

Covers navigating to quick points, waypoints, ports, port services, and following routes.

3.11 Alarm System Configuration

Details on setting and managing various plotter alarms like Arrival, Anchor Watch, XTE, Speed, and Proximity.

3.13 MOB Mark and Destination Setting

Covers marking Man Overboard (MOB) positions and setting them as destinations.

4. VIDEO SOUNDER OPERATION

4.3 Automatic Sounder Operation

Explains automatic adjustment of gain, range, and clutter suppression for cruising and fishing.

4.12 Sounder Alarm Configuration

Details setup for sounder alarms: audio, bottom, fish, temperature, and when alarms are violated.

5. CUSTOMIZING YOUR UNIT

6. DATA TRANSFER

7. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING

7.1 Preventive Maintenance Schedule

Regular maintenance tasks for optimal performance, including cleaning and connection checks.

7.2 Fuse and Battery Replacement

Procedures for replacing fuses and batteries to ensure equipment functionality.

7.4 Simple Troubleshooting Guide

Provides solutions for common issues related to power, response, radar, plotter, and sounder.

7.5 Equipment Diagnostics

Includes Memory I/O, Keyboard, Remote Controller, and Test Pattern diagnostic procedures.

7.7 Memory Clearing Procedures

Steps to clear unit memories and restore default settings for display, GPS, and sounder.

7.8 Error Message Interpretation

Lists common error messages and their corresponding remedies for troubleshooting.

SPECIFICATIONS OF THE MARINE RADAR

Furuno 1722C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFuruno
Model1722C
CategoryMarine Radar
LanguageEnglish

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