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Furuno 1830 User Manual

Furuno 1830
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RADAR
MODEL
1830
FURUNO
ELECTRIC
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LTD.
NISHINOMIYA,
JAPAN
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Furuno 1830 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output4 kW
InterfaceNMEA0183
Display Size10.4 inches
Radar Frequency9410 MHz
Range Scales0.125 - 36 NM
Weight (Display Unit)4.5 kg

Summary

Features

Specifications of Model 1830

Scanner Unit

Technical specifications for the radar scanner unit.

Display Unit

Technical specifications for the radar display unit.

Transceiver Module

Specifications of the radar transceiver module.

Installation Guide

General Mounting Considerations

Guidelines for mounting the radar units, including environmental factors.

Scanner Unit Installation

Detailed procedures for mounting the radar scanner unit.

Display Unit Installation

Steps for correctly installing the radar display unit.

Power and Ground Connection

Instructions for connecting the power supply and grounding the system.

Checking the Installation

A checklist to verify all installation steps were completed correctly.

Initial Procedures

Steps for initial setup, warm-up, and basic configuration.

Relative Bearing Alignment

Procedure for aligning the scanner unit's heading mark.

Sweep Timing and Gain Adjustment

Calibrating sweep timing and setting preset gain levels.

Tuning, Illumination, and A/C Sea Adjustments

Adjusting tuning, panel illumination, and anti-clutter sea controls.

Magnetron Voltage and Blind Sector Measurement

Adjusting magnetron voltage and measuring blind shadow sectors.

Principle of Operation

Operational Overview

The Front Panel

Description of controls and indicators on the front panel.

The Rear Panel

Description of controls and connections on the rear panel.

Turning Unit On/Off and Setting Up

Procedures for powering on/off and initial system setup.

Range Selection

How to select different radar range scales.

Gain Control Adjustment

Adjusting the receiver sensitivity for optimal echo display.

A/C Sea Control Adjustment

Adjusting the anti-clutter sea control to reduce noise.

CRT Brightness, Tuning, and Range/Bearing Measurement

Adjusting display brightness, tuning, and measuring target range/bearing.

Bearing Measurement

Methods for measuring target bearings using cursor and EBL.

Plotting and Collision Avoidance

Tracking targets and assessing collision risks.

Nav Data Display (Option)

Displaying navigation data from external sources.

Application

Factors Affecting Minimum Range

Factors influencing the minimum detection range of targets.

Sea Return and Vertical Beamwidth

Understanding sea clutter and the effect of antenna height.

Factors Affecting Maximum Range

Factors influencing the maximum detection range of targets.

Radar Horizon

Understanding radar line-of-sight limitations and horizon.

Target Properties and Display Interpretation

Characteristics of radar targets and how to interpret the display.

Land Targets

Identifying land features on the radar display.

Ship Targets and Echo Size

Identifying ship targets and understanding echo size variations.

False Echoes

Recognizing and dealing with false radar echoes.

Multiple Echoes and Side-Lobe Echoes

Causes and reduction methods for multiple and side-lobe echoes.

Blind and Shadow Sectors

Identifying and mitigating blind and shadow sectors.

Indirect Echoes and Radar Picture Comparison

Understanding indirect echoes and comparing radar to charts.

Position Fixing with Radar

By Radar Range

Methods for fixing the ship's position using radar range measurements.

By Range and Bearing to a Point of Land

Fixing position using radar range and bearing to a land feature.

By Two Bearings

Methods for fixing the ship's position using two radar bearings.

Collision Avoidance

Assessing the Risk

Evaluating collision risks by analyzing radar target movement.

Aids to Navigation

Radar Beacons

Using radar beacons like Racon and Ramark for target identification.

Racon and Ramark

How Racon and Ramark beacons function and appear on radar.

Maintenance

General Maintenance

General precautions and guidelines for maintaining the radar.

Scanner Unit Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for the scanner unit's radome and mounting.

Display Unit Maintenance

Procedures for cleaning the display screen and replacing fuses.

Troubleshooting

Basic Troubleshooting

User-level checks for common radar operational problems.

More Extensive Troubleshooting

Complex troubleshooting requiring a qualified technician.

Checking the Magnetron

Procedure to measure magnetron current for suitability.

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