Furuno 520, 511, 611 manual Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD

iv

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

v

1. PRINCIPLE OF THE AUTOPILOT

1-1

Principle of Autopilot

1-1

Principle of Operation

1-2

2. BASIC OPERATION

2-1

2.1

Operating Controls

2-1

2.2

Turning On/Off

2-2

2.3

Adjusting Brilliance and Contrast

2-3

2.4

Displays

2-4

 

2.4.1 Choosing the display mode

2-4

 

2.4.2 Selecting the data shown on Data Display

2-5

3. STEERING MODES

3-1

3.1

STBY Mode

3-1

3.2

AUTO Mode

3-2

 

3.2.1 Using the AUTO mode

3-2

 

3.2.2 ADVANCED AUTO mode

3-3

3.3

NAV Mode

3-4

 

3.3.1 Starting the NAV mode

3-4

 

3.3.2 Selecting sailing method of NAV mode

3-5

 

3.3.3 Switching waypoint

3-6

 

3.3.4 Selecting the boat’s steering behavior after arriving

 

 

at your destination waypoint

3-7

3.4

TURN Mode

3-8

3.5

REMOTE Mode

3-16

3.6

DODGE Mode

3-20

 

3.6.1 Dodging in STBY mode

3-20

 

3.6.2 Dodging in AUTO or NAV mode

3-21

4. MENU OPERATION

4-1

4.1

STBY Mode Menu

4-1

 

4.1.1 Setting parameters

4-2

 

4.1.2 Setting other menu item

4-10

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Contents Operators Manual 00014860315 Safety Instructions Table of Contents Alarms IiiForeword FeaturesWord to the Owner of the NAVpilot-511/520/611 System Configuration System configuration of NAVpilot-511/520/611This page is intentionally left blank Principle of the Autopilot Principle of AutopilotPrinciple of Operation Operating Controls Basic OperationControl unit, front view Turning On/Off Turning the power offStartup sequence Main menu ex. Stby mode Adjusting Brilliance and ContrastContrast, brilliance window Displays Choosing the display modeDisplays Selecting the data shown on Data Display Selecting dataAnalog indicator selection Displayed dataStby mode display Ex. Normal Display Stby ModeSteering Modes Using the Auto mode Auto ModeAuto mode display Ex. Normal Display Advanced Auto mode Advanced Auto mode display Ex. Normal DisplayEnabling the Advanced Auto mode Advanced auto options windowStarting the NAV mode NAV ModeNAV mode display Ex. Normal Display Nav mode options window Selecting sailing method of NAV modeNAV mode, Course and XTE Switching waypoint Waypoint switching options windowSteering Mode Turn menu Turn ModeTurn menu inputting TLL data 180º Turn for Auto mode only Example of 180º maneuver in turn mode360º Turn for Auto mode only Example of 360º maneuver in turn modeOrbit Example of orbit maneuver ex. clockwiseTo escape from the Orbit while it is in use, press Stby key Example of spiral maneuver in turn mode SpiralSteering Mode Example of Figure Eight in NAV mode Figure EightNavigating to TLL point TLL navigationRemote Mode Dial type remote controller FAP-5551Turning power on dial type FU Follow-Up mode display dial remote controllerTurning power off dial type Rotating dialTurning power on, button and lever type remote controllers NFU No Follow-Up mode displayOperating remote controller ex. button and lever types Turning power off, button and lever type remote controllersDodging in Stby mode Dodge ModeDodge mode display Dodging in Auto or NAV mode Heading fromThis page is intentionally left blank Stby mode menu Stby Mode MenuMenu Operation Setting parameters Parameter setup menuSelecting the method of entering the parameter Sea state options windowMANUAL-CALM Deviation level options windowSetting parameters manually Example of Manual parameterTrack line and weather setting value Rudder angle and rudder gain settingWeather Rudder GainGeneral guidelines for setting counter rudder gain Counter RudderAdjusting the sensitivity in monitoring the boat’s trim Auto trim options windowWhen towing the net NAV ModeNav mode data source window ex. default setting Auto net towing options windowFish Mode Waypoint SwitchingRadius of Orbit Spiral SpeedSetting other menu items System setup menuActivating key beep Key beep options windowLocking the control unit Lock options windowSetting the panel dimmer Alarm Setup Menu AlarmsAlarm setup menu Selecting the alarm buzzer Audio alarm options windowAlarm interval options window Selecting the beep patternSetting the heading deviation alarm Setting the watch alarmWatch alarm options window Setting the cross-track error limit XTE alarm options windowSetting the speed alarm Speed alarm options windowSetting the depth alarm Depth alarm options windowSetting the temperature alarm Setting the trip distance alarmTemp alarm options window Log trip options windowClearing the trip distance Log trip clear options windowAlarm Information Alarm menuAlarm messages Alarm messages, their meanings and prioritiesMaintenance & Troubleshooting Preventive MaintenanceMaintenance program Check point RemedyReplacement of Fuse DiagnosticsParts Name Type Code No Remarks Test options windowControl Unit Test Processor Unit TestHeading Sensor Test Navpilot-511/611 Navpilot-520 Keyboard TestScreen Test Rudder Setup and Auto Test Rudder testSystem Data Clearing MemoriesSystem data screen Error messages Error MessagesError message Meaning Remedy Error messages con’t Menu Tree MN-1Auto mode menu MN-2NAVpilot-511/520/611 Control UnitProcessor Unit InterfaceEnvironmental Conditions Power SupplyUnit Color Index IN-1
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611, 520, 511 specifications

Furuno is a renowned name in the marine electronics industry, best known for its high-quality navigational and communication tools. Among its diverse product line, the Furuno 511 and 520 stand out as exceptional marine radars designed to enhance boating safety and efficiency.

The Furuno 511 radar is equipped with advanced technologies that offer a range of functionalities essential for navigating in various sea conditions. One of the key features of the 511 is its high-resolution display, which ensures that users can easily interpret radar images in real-time. This radar system operates on a frequency of 9.41 GHz, enabling it to provide superior target detection and tracking capabilities, crucial for identifying other vessels, landmasses, and potential hazards.

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