Furuno 1932 MARK-2 manual Troubleshooting, But Then

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5.3 Troubleshooting

Table 5-2 contains simple troubleshooting procedures which you can follow to try to re- store normal operation. If you cannot restore normal operation, do not attempt to check inside any unit of the radar system. Any re- pair work is best left to a qualified technician.

Table 5-2 Troubleshooting table

If...

But...

Then...

 

 

 

you pressed the

the control panel does

• try adjusting the control panel back-

[POWER] key to turn

not light

lighting on the OTHERS menu.

on the radar

 

• battery may have discharged.

 

 

• check fuse in power cable.

 

 

 

 

nothing appears on

• try adjusting the brilliance.

 

the display or display

 

 

contrast is poor

 

 

 

 

 

characters are

• request service.

 

distorted

 

 

 

 

the radar has

the scanner does not

• the problem may be in scanner unit.

warmed up and you

rotate

Request service.

pressed the

 

 

characters and

• have a qualified technician check the

[STBY TX] key to

transmit

indications are

set.

 

abnormal

 

 

 

 

you have adjusted

neither noise nor

• check signal cable for damage.

the gain with A/C

targets appear

 

RAIN and A/C SEA

(indications and

 

off

markers do)

 

 

 

 

 

neither indications nor

• check signal cable for damage.

 

markers appear (noise

 

 

and targets do)

 

 

 

 

 

the sweep (radial line

• the problem may be in the scanner

 

sweeping around the

unit. Request service.

 

display) is not

 

 

synchronized with

 

 

scanner rotation

 

 

 

 

 

there is no change in

• request service.

 

sensitivity

 

 

 

 

a key is pressed

nothing happens

• key may be faulty. Request service.

 

 

 

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Contents Marine Radar Page Stay away from transmitting scanner Radiator Distance toUse the proper fuse Do not open the equipmentDo not disassemble or modify the equipment Keep heater away from equipmentCompliance with R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC Features ForewordTable of Contents Menu Tree Menu KEYTable of Contents by INDICATION, Marker Scanner Unit System ConfigurationDisplay Unit How Radar Determines Range What is Radar?Principle of Operation How Radar Determines BearingHow radar works Basic Operation Control DescriptionStand-by Economy modeTurning the Radar On/Off TransmittingAdjusting the A/C SEA Control Reducing sea clutter Adjusting Picture BrillianceAdjusting Receiver Sensitivity Selecting the RangeTip for adjusting the A/C SEA Adjusting the A/C Rain Control Reducing rain clutterAdjusting the A/C SEA control Adjusting A/C RainMeasuring range by range rings Measuring the RangeErasing the Heading Marker, North Marker Measuring range by cursorUsing the Offset EBL Measuring the BearingOffcentering the Picture Cancelling offcentered pictureMeasuring range and bearing between two targets Cancelling zoom ZoomBasic Menu Operation Selecting the Presentation ModeMenu Operation Head upEcho Trail Magnifying Long Range Echoes echo stretchFixed time trail Cancelling echo trailSuppressing Radar Interference Continuous trailSelecting Pulsewidth Guard AlarmSetting a guard zone Selection of guard zone typeWatchman Silencing the audible alarmCancelling the guard zone and guard alarm How watchman worksTurning on watchman Cancelling watchmanDisplaying Navigation Data To turn navigation data on or offOther Menu Description Other Menu DescriptionSuppressing Noise Adjusting Brilliance of MarkersFunction Controls Outputting Target PositionMultiple Echoes False EchoesSide-lobe Echoes Indirect Echoes Blind and Shadow SectorsSummary to detect Sart response Sart Search and Rescue TransponderShowing Sart marks on the radar display General remarks on receiving SartThis page is intentionally left blank Preventive Maintenance Maintenance & TroubleshootingReplacing the Fuse Troubleshooting But ThenSelf Test This page is intentionally left blank Operation of ARP-10 Option Display accuracy is affected by the followingARP-10 Menu Operation Principal specificationsGeneral Keys used for auto plotterDeactivating the auto plotter ARP MenuManual acquisition Setting auto acquisition areaAcquiring Targets Automatic acquisitionIndividual targets Displaying Target DataTerminating Tracking of Targets All targetsCPA/TCPA alarm Mode and Length of VectorsTrue or relative vector vector mode Past Position DisplayLost target alarm This page is intentionally left blank Specifications of Marine Radar Display Unit Dimensions and Mass Index IN-1Page Page Page 00080835401
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1932 MARK-2 specifications

The Furuno 1932 MARK-2 is a state-of-the-art radar system designed for maritime applications, providing exceptional performance and reliability. This advanced radar unit is renowned for its impressive range, superior target detection capabilities, and user-friendly interface, making it an essential tool for vessels of all sizes.

One of the standout features of the Furuno 1932 MARK-2 is its high-resolution display. The 10.4-inch color LCD screen offers crystal-clear visuals, enabling mariners to easily interpret radar data. With the capability to display 16 different colors, users can customize their views for enhanced clarity, allowing for better discrimination between targets and clutter. Additionally, the unit incorporates adjustable gain and clutter control, giving operators the ability to fine-tune the radar image to suit varying conditions, whether in busy harbors or open waters.

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