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Furuno FAR-2228-NXT-BB User Manual

Furuno FAR-2228-NXT-BB
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FAR-2218
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FAR-2228
FAR-2228-BB
FAR-2228-NXT
FAR-2228-NXT-BB
FAR-2238S
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FAR-2328-NXT
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FAR-2018-MARK-2
FAR-2028-MARK-2
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
www.furuno.com
Model
MARINE RADAR

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Furuno FAR-2228-NXT-BB Specifications

General IconGeneral
IMO ComplianceYes
Frequency9410 MHz ± 30 MHz
Range Scales96 nm
Transmitter Power25 kW
Rotation Speed24 rpm

Summary

Important Notices

General Notices

General notices regarding manual usage, copying, and potential changes to equipment specifications.

Disposal Instructions

Guidance on proper disposal of the product and used batteries according to local regulations.

Safety Instructions

Safety Signals and Warnings

Explains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION signals and general safety precautions for equipment operation.

Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard

Details hazards of RF energy from the radar antenna and safe operating distances.

Warning Labels

Information on warning labels attached to the equipment and the importance of not removing them.

Foreword

Introduction and Product Features

Welcome message, FURUNO's reputation, product features, models, and configurations.

Technical Information and Standards

Defines manual terminology, provides software URLs, and lists radar types and abbreviations.

System Configuration

System Component Configurations

Details system configurations for X-band and S-band radars, including connected units and component categories.

Important Notes on System Configuration

Provides notes on unit categories, installation, and specific configuration considerations.

1. Operational Overview

Control Unit Overview and Operation

Detailed description of controls on RCU-014 and RCU-015/016 units for radar operation.

Basic Radar Operations

Instructions for turning the radar on/off, adjusting brilliance, and understanding display indications.

Menu Navigation and Cursor Functions

Guides on operating menus, on-screen boxes, and cursor functions for interaction.

Function Key Setup and Operation Customization

Explains how to assign functions to keys, customize operation, and manage user settings.

Setting Ship Data and Input Interfaces

Procedures for setting heading input, own ship speed, own ship position, and adjusting date/time.

Core Radar Functions and Adjustments

Covers receiver tuning, pulselength selection, sensitivity, clutter reduction, and interference rejection.

Advanced Radar Features and Presets

Details on preset controls for navigation, customized echoes, second-trace echoes, and orientation modes.

Measurement Tools and Display Enhancements

Procedures for selecting range scales, measuring range/bearing, using EBLs, VRMs, and target trails.

Marks, Trails, and Data Management

How to use various marks, manage trails, handle SD cards, take screenshots, and use watch alerts.

System Integration and Performance Monitoring

Information on interswitch settings, dual radar operation, wave mode, Doppler feature, and performance monitoring.

2. Radar Observation

Fundamental Radar Concepts

Defines minimum/maximum range, radar resolution, bearing accuracy, and false echoes.

Target Detection and Signal Characteristics

Explains SART operation, RACON signals, radar target enhancers, and solid-state radar characteristics.

3. Target Tracking (TT)

Target Tracking Precautions, Controls, and Modes

Safety warnings, cautions, and overview of TT controls and box indications.

Acquiring, Tracking, and Managing Targets

Procedures for acquiring, tracking, canceling targets, setting own ship speed, and handling lost targets.

Symbols, Alerts, and Trial Maneuvers

Customizing TT symbols, managing system messages, performing trial maneuvers, and setting tracking criteria.

4. AIS Operation

AIS System Overview and Controls

Explains AIS transponder connection, controls, box overview, and display modes.

AIS Data Filtering and Target Management

How to filter AIS objects, activate/sleep targets, set auto-activate functions, and manage AIS data.

Voyage Data Setup and AIS Data Display

Inputting voyage data and displaying basic/expanded AIS data.

AIS System Messages and Alerts

Lists and explains AIS system messages, their priority, and meanings.

5. Video Plotter Operation

Orientation Modes and Mark Inscription

Explains orientation modes and how to select and inscribe marks on the display.

Radar Map and Track Management

How to show/hide radar map marks, select mark colors, delete marks, and manage own ship/target tracks.

Waypoint and Route Management

Procedures for using waypoints, setting data sources, entering, erasing, and displaying waypoint lists and routes.

Chart Functions and Settings

How to show/hide charts, align chart position, select chart types, and configure chart settings.

6. Maintenance, Troubleshooting

Periodic Maintenance and Fuse Replacement

Schedule for regular maintenance checks and procedures for replacing fuses.

Major Parts Life Expectancy and Troubleshooting Basics

Estimated life expectancy of parts and common troubleshooting steps for operational issues.

Advanced Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Procedures for diagnosing hardware/software issues and running system diagnostic tests.

Fallback Arrangements

Explains system fallback mechanisms for sensor failures and their limitations.

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