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Furuno 1932 MARK-2 User Manual

Furuno 1932 MARK-2
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MARINE RADAR
MODEL
1932 MARK-2/1942 MARK-2

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BrandFuruno
Model1932 MARK-2
CategoryMarine Radar
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Instructions

DANGER: Stay Away From Scanner

Warning about microwave radiation from the scanner and necessary precautions.

Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard

Details RF energy hazards and safe distances from the scanner aperture.

Electrical Shock and General Cautions

Electrical Shock and General Cautions

Covers electrical shock hazards, misuse warnings, and importance of qualified personnel.

Compliance Information

Compliance with R&TTE Directive

Statement of compliance with R&TTE Directive and applicable technical standards.

Foreword

Product Features Overview

Introduction to the radar manual and a summary of its key features and benefits.

Menu Tree Overview

System Configuration Diagram

Principle of Operation

What is Radar?

Explains the term RADAR and its basic principles.

How Radar Determines Range and Bearing

Describes how radar calculates distance based on signal travel time and direction.

The Radar Display (PPI)

Describes the Plan Position Indicator (PPI) display and target echo representation.

Basic Operation

Control Panel Functions

Identifies and describes the functions of various controls on the radar panel.

Turning Radar On/Off and Stand-by

Details the procedures for powering the radar on, off, and placing it in stand-by mode.

Adjusting Receiver Sensitivity and Picture Brilliance

Guides on adjusting GAIN for sensitivity and BRILL for display brightness.

Reducing Sea and Rain Clutter

Describes the use of A/C SEA and A/C RAIN controls to minimize unwanted echoes from weather.

Measuring Range and Bearing

Explains methods for measuring target range and bearing using rings, cursors, and VRMs/EBLs.

Measuring Bearing using EBL and Cursor

Details how to measure target bearing using the Electronic Bearing Line (EBL) and cursor.

Offset EBL Functions

Explains how to use the Offset EBL for predicting collision course and measuring between targets.

Offcentering the Picture

How to off-center the display to view the surrounding situation without changing range.

Zoom Function

How to zoom in on specific areas of the radar display for a closer look.

Menu Operation

Basic Menu Navigation

Guides on navigating and selecting items within the radar's menu system.

Presentation Modes

Explains how to choose between Head-up, Course-up, North-up, and True motion display modes.

Echo Stretch and Echo Trail

How to use echo stretch to magnify long-range echoes and echo trail for collision avoidance.

Suppressing Radar Interference

Details methods to suppress interference from other radar sources.

Guard Alarm Setup

Setting up guard zones for audible alarms when targets enter or exit the designated area.

Watchman Function

Explains the Watchman function for periodic radar transmission to check guard zones.

Displaying Navigation Data

How to display navigation information received via IEC 61162 format on the screen.

Other Menu Descriptions

Provides a summary of less common functions available in the "OTHER MENU".

Function Controls, Noise, and Brilliance

Explains function keys, noise rejection, and marker brilliance adjustments.

False Echoes

Multiple and Side-lobe Echoes

Explains the cause and reduction of multiple and side-lobe echoes appearing on the display.

Indirect Echoes and Blind/Shadow Sectors

Identifies indirect echoes and explains how obstructions create blind or shadow sectors.

SART Detection and Response

Details how to detect and interpret signals from a Search and Rescue Transponder (SART).

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance and Fuse Replacement

Outlines regular maintenance tasks and instructions for safe fuse replacement.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Provides step-by-step guidance to diagnose and resolve common operational problems with the radar.

Self Test and Magnetron Life

How to perform self-tests and information on the expected life expectancy of the magnetron.

Operation of ARP-10 (Option)

ARP-10 General Information and Menu Operations

Overview of the Auto Plotter ARP-10, its capabilities, specifications, and menu navigation.

Activating and Deactivating Auto Plotter

Guides on how to turn the Auto Plotter's tracking and display features on and off.

Acquiring and Tracking Targets

Procedures for manually and automatically acquiring and tracking radar targets with the ARP-10.

Displaying Target Data and Vectors

How to display calculated target data (range, bearing, speed) and motion vectors.

Past Position Display and Operational Warnings

Setting up past position trails and understanding CPA/TCPA and lost target alarms.

CPA/TCPA Alarm Setup

Guides on configuring CPA and TCPA alarm limits for collision risk detection.

Radar Specifications

General Specifications

Details general performance parameters like display system, range, resolution, and accuracy.

Scanner Unit Specifications

Technical details of the scanner unit, including radiator, beamwidth, and rotation speed.

Transceiver and Display Unit Specs

Technical details of the transceiver module and display unit, including frequency, power, and interface.

Environmental, Power, Dimensions, and Safety

Specifies operating limits, power needs, physical dimensions, and compass safe distances.

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