Foreword - Furuno NAVpilot-700 Operator's Manual

FOREWORD

A Word to the Owner of the NAVpilot-700/711/720
Congratulations on your choice of the NAVpilot-700/711/720. We are confident you will see why
the FURUNO name has become synonymous with quality and reliability.
For over 60 years FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for innovative
and dependable marine electronics equipment. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our
extensive global network of agents and dealers.
Your equipment is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine envi-
ronment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless properly operated and
maintained. Please carefully read and follow the operation and maintenance procedures set forth
in this manual.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO.
We would appreciate feedback from you, the end-user, about whether we are achieving our pur-
poses.
Features
• "Adaptive" technology allows NAVpilot to continue improving your vessel's steering on every
voyage
• Versatile, high-resolution monochrome LCDs provide a variety of user-defined display configu-
rations
• Auto set-up and self-learning for vessel speed and course
• One-touch operation for STBY, NAV and AUTO modes
• "FishHunter" guides your vessel in circle, orbit, spiral, figure-eight, square or zigzag maneuver
around fish or other target
• The NAVpilot-720 (handheld type) can work as a full-functioned remote control unit within a
NAVpilot system
• Network up to six full-size NAVpilot-700, compact NAVpilot-711 and/or handheld NAVpilot-720
control units
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