Furuno FCR-2807-D Marine RADAR User Manual


 
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Foreword
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO FCR-2107(-BB,-D), FCR-2807(-D) Series Marine
Radar/ARPA(TT). 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.
This equipment 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 maintenance.
Features
This radar series meets the requirements in IEC62388 (Marine navigation and radiocommunication equipment and
systems – Shipborne radar – Performance requirements, method of testing and required test results) and IMO
MSC.192(79), IMO Resolution A.817(19), and IEC 61174. This radar displays radar targets, electronic charts, nav
lines, Tracked Target (TT) data, AIS targets and other navigation data on a high-resolution 19-inch (FR-2107-D),
20.1-inch display (FCR-21x7(-BB) or 23.1-inch display (FCR-28x7(-D)). Blackbox configuration also is available
in the FCR-2107 series.
The main features of this series are
Radar, ECDIS and chart radar modes. (The chart radar mode is optional, and it does not meet the criteria for
navigation aid for Japanese flag vessels as defined by Japanese law.)
The FCR-2107(-BB,-D), FCR-2807(-D) series consists of the following models and configurations:
Model Frequency
Band
Display Output Power Transceiver
location
FCR-2117(-D) 10 kW
FCR-2127(-D)
20.1"
25 kW
FCR-2817(-D) 10 kW
FCR-2827(-D)
23.1"
25 kW
FCR-2117-BB 10 kW
FCR-2127-BB
Local supply
25 kW
In antenna unit
FCR-2827W(-D)
X-band
23.1" 25 kW Transeiver unit
FCR-2137S(-D) 20.1"
FCR-2837S(-D)
In antenna unit
FCR-2837SW(-D)
23.1"
Transceiver unit
FCR-2137S-BB
S-band
Local supply
30 kW
In antenna unit
Continuous monitoring of ship’s position through multi-sensor Kalman filter processing using GPS, DPGS,
SDME
Route planning and route monitoring facilities
Wide variety of warning facilities contribute to safer and more efficient navigation
Grounding warnings, safe depth contours
Chart database loaded and updated using CD-ROMs
Tracked Target (TT) data and AIS transponder to aid collision avoidance
Sharing of route with ECDIS