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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

  • B
    bharrisonSep 10, 2025
    Why don't Loran C (or Decca) TDs appear on Furuno Marine Radar?
    • D
      Dawn IngramSep 10, 2025
      If Loran C (or Decca) TDs do not appear on your Furuno Marine Radar, check that LORAN C (or DECCA) is selected at TD DISPLAY on the GENERAL SETUP menu or check that proper Loran C (Decca) chains codes are entered on the TD SETUP menu.
  • B
    Brian DunlapSep 9, 2025
    Why is water temperature readout wrong on Furuno Marine Radar?
    • C
      Chelsea JonesSep 9, 2025
      If the water temperature graph appears but the readout is wrong or there is no readout on your Furuno Marine Radar, check that the sensor cable is tightly fastened.
  • V
    Valerie WeeksSep 8, 2025
    Why does Furuno 1722C Marine Radar picture appear but zero line doesn't?
    • L
      Lauren RaySep 8, 2025
      If the Furuno Marine Radar picture appears but the zero line does not appear, the picture is shifted. Confirm the shift setting.
  • A
    Andrew DouglasAug 22, 2025
    What to do if Furuno Marine Radar displays 'Low Voltage! Internal Battery'?
    • S
      Stacy AlvarezAug 22, 2025
      If your Furuno Marine Radar indicates 'Low Voltage! Internal Battery', have a qualified technician replace the battery.
  • K
    Katherine CochranSep 5, 2025
    What to do if Furuno 1722C key is not responding?
    • C
      Cody MoralesSep 5, 2025
      If there is no response when a key is pressed on your Furuno Marine Radar, turn off and on the power. If there still is no response the key may be faulty. Request service.
  • 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.
  • K
    Karl WilliamsSep 3, 2025
    Why is sensitivity poor on Furuno 1722C even after tuning?
    • D
      Dylan RussellSep 3, 2025
      If the tuning is adjusted but sensitivity is poor on your Furuno Marine Radar, the magnetron may need to be replaced. Contact your dealer.
  • 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.
  • L
    Lacey McmillanSep 1, 2025
    What to do if Furuno 1722C Marine Radar display is blank?
    • D
      denise40Sep 1, 2025
      If you pressed the [POWER/BRILL] key and the RADAR TX soft key to show the radar picture and nothing appears on the display of your Furuno Marine Radar, check that the signal cable between the display unit and the antenna is firmly fastened and that the radar source is correct.
  • M
    Miss Sonya JonesAug 30, 2025
    Why is the bearing wrong on my Furuno Marine Radar?
    • B
      Barbara ThomasAug 31, 2025
      If the Furuno Marine Radar bearing is wrong, check that the correct magnetic variation is entered on the GENERAL SETUP menu.

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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