Introduction - Furuno FCV-668 Operator's Manual

Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO FCV-668 Color Video Sounder. We are
confident that you will enjoy many years of operation with this fine piece of equipment.
For over 50 years FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for quality and
reliability throughout the world. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our extensive global
network of agents and dealers.
The FCV-668 is just one of the many FURUNO developments in the field of echo sounding. The
compact, lightweight but rugged unit is easy to install and operate and is suitable for both fresh
and saltwater applications.
This unit is designed and constructed to withstand the rigors of the marine environment.
However, to obtain optimum performance from this unit, you should carefully read and follow the
recommended procedures for operation and maintenance. No machine can perform to the
utmost of its ability unless it is installed, operated and maintained properly.
We would appreciate feedback from you, the end-user, about whether we are achieving our
purposes.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.
Features
The FCV-668 color video sounder has a large variety of functions, all contained in a splash-proof
rugged plastic case that is compact to fit small boats.
The principal features of the FCV-668 are
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User-friendly design for simplified operation.
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A wide variety of display modes: bottom-lock expansion, marker zoom and bottom zoom
displays.
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Potent 300 W transceiver.
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8-color presentation (including background) on a 6" diagonal CRT, providing vivid
presentation of underwater conditions.
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AUTO function permits unattended range and gain setting operations. The range scale and
gain change automatically so that the bottom is displayed in red or reddish brown on the
lower half of the screen.
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A-scope display gives excellent bottom fish discrimination, vital for bottom trawler and
lobster/crab potter.
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Digital and analog displays of navigational data.

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