Foreword - Furuno FAR-1513-BB Operator's Manual

FOREWORD

A Word to the Owner of FAR-1513/FAR-1518 Series
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO FAR-1513/FAR-1518 series of radars. We are
confident you will see why FURUNO has become synonymous with quality and reliability.
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 radar is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment.
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 main-
tenance.
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
• Two methods of operation are available: RCU-028 (standard supply control unit) and RCU-030
(optional trackball unit). The ergonomically designed palm rest on the RCU-030 makes it easy
to use.
• Simple operation with "point-and-click" menu functionality.
• All functions can be accessed using only the trackball unit.
• TT, AIS, Radar Map and Interswitch are supplied as standard.
• CPA/TCPA alarms.
• Targets activate the user-set alarm zone when entering or exiting the zone.
• The target analyzer function helps to find targets in high noise areas (rain/snow) or where there
is interference from surface reflections.
• FAR-1518 and FAR-1528 comply with MED 2014/90/EU and also the following directives:
IEC62388, IEC 62288, IMO MSC. 192(79).
FAR-1513 and FAR-1523 comply with the RE Directive 2014/53/EU.
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