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Furuno 1815 User Manual

Furuno 1815
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5-1
5. OPERATION
5.1 Controls
Display unit
The display unit has six keys, two knob controls and a Cursorpad that control the ra-
dar. When you correctly do an operation, the unit beeps one time. If the operation is
incorrect, the unit beeps three times.
Control Description
MENU/ESC Open/close the menu.
Cancel selection (setting),
Cursorpad Select the menu items and options.
• Move the cursor.
ENTER Save selected menu option.
Acquire target to track its movement.
Select TT or AIS target to display its data.
MODE Show the mode selection window.
ALARM Set the target alarm, which checks for targets in the
operator-set area.
FUNC Execute the function assigned to this key.
RANGE
(PUSH FOR
GAIN)
Select the detection range.
DATA BOX Select the data box to display on the radar screen.
Short push: Turn on the power.
Long push: Turn off the power.
Adjust the display brilliance.
Switch the radar between standby and TX.

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Furuno 1815 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size10.4 inches
TypeMarine Radar
Power Output4 kW
Antenna TypeOpen Array
Display TypeLCD
Rotation Speed24 RPM
RangeUp to 36 nautical miles
Frequency9410 MHz ±30 MHz
Range Scales6, 12, 24, 36 NM
Beam Width25° (Vertical)
Range Resolution20 meters
Display ModesTrue Motion
Power Supply24 V DC

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard

Hazards related to RF radiation exposure from the radar antenna.

Do not open the equipment

Warning against opening the equipment due to high voltage risks.

Handling Water and Fire Hazards

Procedures for water ingress or fire incidents to prevent electrical shock.

Do not disassemble or modify the equipment

Warning against unauthorized modification to avoid injury or damage.

INSTALLATION

How to Install the Display Unit

Instructions for mounting the display unit on a desktop or flush mount.

How to Install the Antenna Unit

Guidelines and considerations for selecting a mounting location for the antenna.

How to connect the power cable

Steps and precautions for connecting the power cable to the antenna unit.

WIRING

Wiring

Instructions for connecting the display unit to other equipment and power.

Ground

Guidelines and precautions for grounding the display unit to prevent interference.

INITIAL SETTINGS

Initial Settings

Accessing and performing initial setup procedures for the radar.

OPERATION

Controls

Description of the display unit's keys, knobs, and cursorpad.

How to Turn the Radar On/Off and Transmit

Steps for powering the radar on/off and initiating transmission.

Tuning

Procedures for manual tuning to optimize radar performance.

How to Reduce the Sea Clutter

Methods to minimize sea clutter interference for clearer target detection.

How to Reduce the Rain Clutter

Methods to minimize rain clutter interference for clearer target detection.

Interference Rejector

How to activate the interference rejector to reduce radar interference.

How to Measure the Range to a Target

Methods for measuring the distance to a detected target.

How to Measure the Bearing to a Target

Using the Electronic Bearing Line (EBL) to measure target bearing.

HOW TO INTERPRET THE RADAR DISPLAY

TT OPERATION

AIS OPERATION

GPS OPERATION

MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS OF MARINE RADAR MODEL1815

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