Furuno FR-7062 Marine RADAR User Manual


 
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Congratulations on your choice of the
FURUNO FR-7062/7112/7252 Marine Radar.
We are confident you will see why the
FURUNO name has become synonymous with
quality and reliability.
For over 40 years FURUNO Electric Company
has enjoyed an enviable reputation for innova-
tive and dependable marine electronics equip-
ment. This dedication to excellence is furthered
by our extensive global network of agents and
dealers.
Your radar is designed and constructed to meet
the rigorous demands of the marine environ-
ment. However, no machine can perform its
intended function unless properly operated and
maintained. 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 pur-
poses.
Thank you for considering and purchasing
FURUNO equipment.
Note: In this manual, "N-type" means Nether-
lands specification radar.
Features
Your radar has a large variety of functions, all
contained in a remarkably small cabinet.
The main features of the model FR-7062 are
¡ Traditional FURUNO reliability and qual-
ity in a compact, lightweight and low-cost
radar.
¡ Durable brushless antenna motor.
¡ On-screen alphanumeric readout of all op-
erational information.
¡ Standard features include EBL (Electronic
Bearing Line), VRM (Variable Range
Marker), Guard Alarm, Display Off Center,
and Echo Trail.
¡ Watchman feature periodically transmits the
radar to check for radar targets which may
have entered the alarm zone.
¡ Ship’s position in latitude and longitude and
Loran C TDs, range and bearing to a
waypoint, speed, heading, and course can be
shown in the bottom text area. (Requires a
navigation aid which can output such data
in IEC 1162 format.)
¡ Zoom feature provided.
¡ Auto Plotter ARP-10 (option) acquires and
tracks up to 10 targets, and is installed in the
display unit.
¡ Cursor position data (TLL) can be output to
a plotter (option).
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