Test pattern

The test patterns check whether the display circuit is working prop- erly or not.

1)Press the [MENU ESC] key to display the main menu.

2)Press [0] key to select SYSTEM MENU. The system menu appears.

3)Press [1] key to select SELF TEST.

4)Press the [4] key to select DISPLAY TEST.

DISPLAY TEST

ENT: Change Mode ESC: Esc

Figure 6-5 Display test pattern

5)Press the [NU/CU ENT] key to change test pattern.

6)To return to the self-test menu, press the [MENU ESC] key.

6.4GPS Monitor Display

The GPS monitor display provides information on all GPS satel- lites.

1)Press the [MENU ESC] key.

2)Press the [0] to select SYSTEM MENU.

3)Press the [1] key twice.

GPS MONITOR DISPLAY

 

Fix Mode

3D Alt---m

 

 

DOP

 

**

 

 

 

Date Rx

 

:OK

 

 

 

Ref Sta

 

:OK

 

 

Program version

Program No. 48501000**

Rx Status

 

 

 

 

 

No. ELV

AZM

SNR

 

03

48

117

08

 

 

- -

- -

 

- - -

- -

 

 

(8 channel)

 

 

 

- -

- -

 

- - -

- -

 

 

ESC:Esc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 6-6 Sample GPS monitor display

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Furuno GP-1600F manual GPS Monitor Display, Test pattern

GP-1600F specifications

The Furuno GP-1600F is an innovative marine GPS chart plotter designed for the serious boating enthusiast or commercial mariner. This advanced device combines reliable positioning accuracy with a range of user-friendly features, making it a popular choice for those navigating both coastal and offshore waters.

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