Furuno Marine Radar Installation Manual

Models: FAR-2218(-BB), FAR-2228(-BB/-NXT/-NXT-BB), FAR-2318/2328(-NXT), FAR-2238S(-BB/-NXT/-NXT-BB), FAR-2338S(-NXT)/2328W/2338SW/2258/2268DS

Safety Instructions

This section details critical safety information for the installation and operation of the marine radar system. It defines hazard levels:

DANGER: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury.

Key safety warnings include:

Wear a safety belt and hard hat when working on the antenna unit to prevent falls.
Do not open the equipment due to high voltage electricity. Only qualified personnel should perform internal work.
Ensure the power supply is compatible with the equipment's voltage rating.
Use only the specified power cable.
Install units away from dusty or wet environments to prevent fire, electrical shock, or damage.
Attach protective earth securely to the ship's body for electrical safety.

Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard: The radar antenna emits harmful RF energy. Maintain safe distances from the antenna aperture during operation. Distances for RF radiation levels (100, 50, and 10 W/m²) are provided in a table.

Compass Safe Distances: A table lists the required safe distances for various radar components to prevent magnetic compass deviation.

System Configuration

This section outlines the system architecture and component interconnections. It emphasizes the use of type-approved sensors for IMO-type radars, including:

EPFS (Electronic Position Fixing System) meeting IMO resolution MSC.112(73).
Gyrocompass meeting IMO resolution A.424(XI).
SDME (Speed and Distance Measuring Equipment) meeting IMO resolution MSC.96(72).

The system can be interconnected via HUB-3000 to other FURUNO processing units.

Standard Connection: Diagrams illustrate typical system configurations for X-band and S-band radars, showing connections between Antenna Units, Transceiver Units, Processor Units, Monitor Units, Control Units, and various sensors (Gyrocompass, AIS Transponder, EPFS, SDME, ECDIS, VDR, etc.). Connections are shown with solid lines for standard supply and dashed lines for optional/local supply.

Interswitch Connection: This configuration allows multiple radars to function independently in case of HUB malfunction.

Radar Component Combinations: A table details compatible combinations of radar models, transceiver units, and antenna units, noting availability for IMO-type radars.

Radar Type and Function Availability: This describes six specification types (IMO, A, B, C, R, W) and their function availability based on software versions (01.** and 50.**).

Equipment Lists

This section provides detailed lists of standard and optional equipment, including part numbers and specifications. Key categories include:

Antenna Units

Various X-band and S-band antenna units are listed, differentiated by type (Magnetron, Solid State), power output (kW/W), and antenna length (ft), along with their corresponding transceiver units and remarks (e.g., performance monitor requirements, IMO compatibility).

Processor Units

The primary Processor Unit (RPU-025) is listed, with its role in processing data and interfacing with other system components.

Monitor Units

Different monitor sizes (19-inch, 23.1-inch, 27-inch) are available, specified for AC or DC power and compatibility with various control units.

Control Units

Various control units (RCU-014, RCU-015, RCU-016, RCU-031) are listed, with different types (Standard, Trackball, Compact) and specific applications.

Power Supply Units

Power Supply Units (PSU-019) are detailed, with specifications for AC power input and compatibility.

Extensive lists of installation materials (cables, connectors), accessories (mounts, kits), and spare parts (fuses) are also provided, detailing their part numbers, quantities, and intended use.

Wiring

This section covers the wiring procedures for connecting various system components, including antenna units, power supply units, transceiver units, processor units, monitor units, and other peripherals. It details specific connections for different radar types (X-band TR-UP/TR-DOWN, S-band TR-UP/TR-DOWN).

Adjustments

Procedures for adjusting radar settings, such as opening the installation menu, aligning the heading, adjusting sweep timing, suppressing main bang, and controlling charts, are described.

Input/Output Data

Information regarding the Processor Unit and Sub Monitor is provided, detailing their roles in data input and output within the radar system.

Appendices

The manual includes appendices covering the JIS Cable Guide and Digital Interface specifications.

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