Furuno GP-1870F Marine GPS System User Manual


 
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FOREWORD
A Word to GP-1670F, GP-1870F Owners
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO GP-1670F, GP-1870F GPS Plotter/Sounder. We
are confident you will see why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with quality and re-
liability.
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.
This equipment is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environ-
ment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless 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
The GP-1670F and GP-1870F provide a totally integrated GPS receiver, color video plotter and
color fish finder. The built-in GPS receiver provides highly accurate position, course and speed
information. The fish finder presents vivid underwater images on a high quality LCD. The compact
display unit and antenna unit permit installation where space is limited.
The main features are
General
Bright 5.7-inch (GP-1670F) or 7-inch (GP-1870F) color LCD with brilliance control.
Excellent viewing angles, even when wearing sunglasses.
Internal GPS receiver provides highly accurate position information (GPS, within 2.5 m, SBAS,
within 2 m).
Customizable analog and digital displays show wind angle and speed, engine condition (speed,
temperature, oil pressure, etc.), etc.
Large internal memory stores 30,000 track points, 30,000 points, 1,000 routes (500 waypoints/
route).
SD card slot accepts SD and SDHC cards for external storage of data and settings.
Full range of alarms: Arrival, Anchor Watch, Cross-track Error, Speed, Depth, Temperature,
Fish Alarm, Bottom Alarm, etc.
Man overboard (MOB) feature records latitude and longitude coordinates at the time of MOB.
CAN bus interface for the connection of GPS Receiver, Weather Station, FI-50 (instrument se-
ries), Satellite Compass, etc.
Accepts NMEA0183 input with optional NMEA data converter.
Internal GPS antenna available.
C-Map 4D charts available.