Foreword - Furuno CHS-5LMARK-2-55 Operator's Manual

FOREWORD

A Word to the Owner of the CSH-5LMARK-2/CSH-8LMARK-2
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO CSH-5LMARK-2/CSH-8LMARK-2 Color Scan-
ning Sonar.
Since 1948, FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for innovative and
dependable marine electronics equipment. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our ex-
tensive global network of agents and dealers.
Your scanning sonar is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine en-
vironment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless installed, operated and
maintained properly. Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for operation
and maintenance.
We would appreciate hearing from you, the end-user, about whether we are achieving our purpos-
es.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.
Features
The FURUNO CSH-5LMARK-2 and CSH-8LMARK-2 Color Scanning Sonars are full-circle elec-
tronic scanning sonars that detect and instantaneously display schools of fish and underwater
conditions in 16 colors.
Some of the prominent features of the CSH-5LMARK-2 and CSH-8LMARK-2 are as follows:
• Vivid 16-color display assists in recognition of bottom, and concentration and distribution of
schools of fish.
• Transducer frequency available in 55 kHz or 68 kHz for the CSH-5LMARK-2 and 85 kHz or
107 kHz for the CSH-8LMARK-2.
• Various fishing and navigation data (appropriate sensors required) keep operator abreast of
fishing and navigation conditions.
• High power MOS FET transmitter ensures reliable operation under any condition.
• Remote controller optionally available.
• Four user-programmable function keys for quick set up of equipment according to fishing con-
ditions or specific function.
• Target lock feature tracks school of fish.
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