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Furuno FCV-600 User Manual

Furuno FCV-600
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Furuno FCV-600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TypeLCD
Resolution640 x 480 pixels
Power Output600 W
Frequency50/200 kHz
Transducer CompatibilityCompatible with various Furuno transducers
Operating Temperature-15°C to +55°C
Power Supply12 V DC

Summary

Important Notices

General Notices

General notices and warnings regarding manual usage and product compliance.

How to Discard This Product

Guidelines for proper disposal of the product according to local regulations.

How to Discard a Used Battery

Instructions on how to safely dispose of used batteries from the equipment.

Safety Instructions

WARNING

Indicates conditions that can cause death or serious injury if not avoided.

CAUTION

Indicates conditions that can cause minor or moderate injury if not avoided.

Warning Label

Information about the warning label attached to the display unit and its importance.

Foreword

A Word to FCV-600/800 Owners

Introductory message congratulating owners and highlighting FURUNO's reputation.

Features Overview

Overview of the main features and capabilities of the FCV-600/800 fish finder.

USB Flash Memory Usage

Guidelines for using USB flash memory for maintenance and compatibility information.

System Configuration

1. Operation

1.1 Control Description

Detailed description of the front and back panel controls and their functions.

1.2 Turning The Power On/Off

Step-by-step instructions for powering the unit on and off.

1.3 Display Brilliance/Panel Dimmer

How to adjust the screen brightness and panel dimmer settings.

1.4 Display Color Scheme Mode

How to change the display's color scheme for different lighting conditions.

1.5 Display Mode

Overview of the basic display modes available on the unit.

1.5.1 How to Change the Display Mode

Procedure for selecting and configuring different display modes.

1.5.2 Single Frequency Display

Explanation of the single frequency display mode and its uses.

1.5.3 Dual Frequency Display

Explanation of the dual frequency display mode and its benefits.

1.5.4 Zoom Displays

Description of zoom display modes for detailed viewing.

Bottom Lock Display

Specific zoom mode that locks onto the bottom for detailed analysis.

Bottom Zoom Display

Specific zoom mode that expands the bottom contour.

Marker Zoom Display

Specific zoom mode that magnifies a selected area using markers.

1.5.5 Nav Data Display

How to display navigation data alongside the sonar image.

1.5.6 Edit Display Mode

Procedure for customizing and registering display modes.

1.6 How to Select a Range

Guide on selecting the appropriate depth range for sonar operation.

1.7 How to Adjust the Gain

Instructions for adjusting the sonar gain for optimal echo display.

1.8 How to Measure Depth

Using the Variable Range Marker (VRM) to measure depths.

1.9 Menu Operating Procedure

General steps for navigating and operating the unit's menus.

Typing Mode

How to input text using the on-screen keyboard.

1.10 How to Shift the Range

Adjusting the display window to view different depth ranges.

1.11 Picture Advance Speed

Configuring the speed at which sonar data is displayed on screen.

1.12 How to Reduce Interference

Steps to minimize interference from other electronic equipment.

1.13 How to Reduce Low Level Noise

Adjusting clutter settings to suppress unwanted speckles.

1.14 How to Erase Weak Echoes

Using Color Erase to clean up the display by removing faint echoes.

1.15 A-scope Display

Enabling and understanding the A-scope display for echo amplitude analysis.

Directional Angle Display

Displaying directional angle information on the A-scope screen.

1.16 Displaying History

How to use the scroll-back mode to view past sonar displays.

1.17 Fish Information (ACCU-FISH™)

Overview of the ACCU-FISH feature for fish length estimation.

1.17.1 How to Activate ACCU-FISH™

Step-by-step guide to enable the ACCU-FISH feature.

1.17.2 Fish Symbols

Selecting and configuring the symbols used to represent fish.

1.17.3 Fish Info

Displaying fish length or depth information on screen.

1.17.4 Restrict the Fish Symbol Display

Limiting displayed fish symbols based on size.

1.18 Bottom Discrimination Display

Analyzing bottom composition using graphic and probability displays.

About the Bottom Discrimination Display

Details about the bottom discrimination feature and its operating environment.

How to Activate the Bottom Discrimination Display

Procedure for enabling the bottom discrimination feature.

1.19 RezBoost™

Improving echo resolution with the RezBoost™ feature.

1.20 TVG Settings

Adjusting Time Varying Gain (TVG) for consistent echo presentation.

1.21 Alarms

Overview of fish and navigation alarms and their conditions.

How to Activate a Fish Alarm

Setting up and configuring specific fish alarms.

Speed Alarm Settings

Configuring speed-based alarms for boat navigation.

Arrival Alarm Settings

Setting up alarms for approaching waypoints.

1.22 FUNC Key

Using the FUNC key for quick access to settings.

1.23 Waypoints

Managing and using waypoints for navigation and marking.

1.23.1 How to Register a Waypoint

Methods for registering waypoints on the device.

1.23.2 How to Edit Registered Waypoints

Modifying existing waypoint information.

1.23.3 How to Erase Waypoints

Procedures for deleting individual or all waypoints.

1.23.4 How to Set Destination Waypoint

Designating a waypoint as a destination for navigation.

1.24 Setting Up Nav Data Displays

Customizing the display of navigation data on the screen.

1.25 Wireless LAN Setup

Connecting the unit to a wireless LAN for data sharing.

Wireless LAN Settings for Sub Monitor

Configuring wireless LAN settings when using the unit as a sub monitor.

Wireless LAN Output Data Settings

Enabling the output of data over the wireless LAN.

1.25.2 Wireless LAN Settings on the Sub Monitor Side

Setting up wireless LAN on the unit when used as a sub monitor.

1.25.3 Wireless LAN Settings on the iOS or Android™™ Device

Configuring wireless LAN connection from mobile devices.

1.26 Menu Description

Reference guide to menu items not covered in detail elsewhere.

1.26.1 [Sounder] Menu

Detailed description of the Sounder menu options.

1.26.2 [Display] Menu

Detailed description of the Display menu options.

1.26.3 [Alarm] Menu

Detailed description of the Alarm menu options.

1.26.4 [Data] Menu

Detailed description of the Data menu options.

2. System Menu

2.1 How to Display the System Menu

Steps to access and navigate the System menu.

2.2 [Range] Menu

System settings for sonar range configurations.

2.3 [Key] Menu

System settings for the FUNC key and key beep.

2.4 [Language] Menu

System settings for changing the unit's display language.

2.5 [Units] Menu

System settings for selecting measurement units for various parameters.

2.6 [Network] Menu

System settings related to network connections and data sources.

2.6.2 [Data Source] Setting Window

Configuring data sources for various sensor inputs.

2.6.3 [NMEA0183] Window (FCV-800 Only)

Settings for NMEA0183 communication with external equipment.

2.6.4 [NMEA2000] Window

Settings for NMEA2000 network devices and data.

2.7 [Calib] Menu

Calibration settings for temperature, speed, and water type.

2.8 [Transducer] Menu

Configuration settings for connected transducers.

2.9 [Service] Menu

Access to diagnostic tests, demo modes, and system updates.

3. Maintenance, Troubleshooting

3.1 Maintenance

Regular checks and actions to keep the equipment in good working order.

3.2 How to Replace the Fuse

Procedure for replacing the internal fuses for system protection.

3.3 Battery Voltage Alert

Understanding battery voltage indicators and automatic shutdown.

3.4 Troubleshooting

Common issues and their solutions for restoring normal operation.

3.5 Diagnostics

Performing diagnostic tests to identify probable causes of unit malfunction.

3.6 LCD Test

Procedure for testing the LCD display for proper color and pattern rendering.

3.7 Wireless LAN Test

Testing the unit's wireless LAN module functionality.

3.8 Restore Factory Default Settings

Resetting the unit's settings to their original factory defaults.

Appendix 1: Menu Tree

Appendix 2: Transducer List

Appendix 3: Radio Regulatory Information

Wireless Interoperability

Standards the product complies with for wireless LAN interoperability.

Safety Information

Information on radio frequency electromagnetic energy emission and usage guidelines.

USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC compliance statements and radio frequency exposure guidelines.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

ISED compliance statements and radio frequency exposure guidelines.

Specifications of Fish Finder FCV-600

1 General Specifications

General specifications including frequency, output power, and TX rate.

2 Fish Finder Specifications

Fish finder specific specifications like screen size and display modes.

3 Interface Specifications

Details on the unit's ports and communication interfaces.

4 Power Supply Specifications

Power requirements and consumption specifications.

5 Environmental Conditions

Operating and storage environmental limits for the unit.

Specifications of Fish Finder FCV-800

4 Power Supply Specifications

Power requirements and consumption specifications for the FCV-800.

5 Environmental Conditions

Operating and storage environmental limits for the FCV-800.

Declaration of Conformity

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