Furuno FCV-587 - Manuals

iv TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ........................................ vSYSTEM CONFIGURATION .............. vi 1. OPERATION ................................. 1 1.1 Control Description......................11.2 Power On/Off ..............................21.3 Display Brilliance ..........................

v FOREWORD A Word to FCV-627/587 Owners Congratulations on your choice of the FU-RUNO FCV-627/587 Fish Finder. We are confident you will see why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with quality and reliability. Since 1948, FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for innovative a...

vi SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Solid lines, standard equipment; dashed lines, optional equipment, and dot-dash lines, local sup-ply. For wiring, see the interconnection diagram at the back of this manual. FCV-627 FCV-587 DISPLAY UNIT CV-627-E Water temperature/speed sensor ST-02MSB, ST-02PSBWater temperatu...

1 1. OPERATION 1.1 Control Description * Inoperative when equipped with “Tankenmaru” system. No. Control Function 1 MENU/ESC • Opens menu. Go back one page in multi-page menu.• Escapes from current operation. 2 STWX (TrackPad) • Selects items on the menu.• Changes settings.• Moves VRM (Variable Rang...

1. OPERATION 2 1.2 Power On/Off 1. Press the /BRILL key to turn on the power. The unit beeps then the startup screen appears. 2. To turn off the power, press the /BRILL key more than three seconds. The time remaining until the power is turned off is counted down on the screen. 1.3 Display Brilliance...

1. OPERATION 3 1.4.2 Dual frequency display The 50 kHz picture appears on the left; the 200 kHz picture on the right. This display is useful for comparing the same picture with two different frequencies. 1.4.3 Zoom displays Zoom mode expands chosen area of the sin-gle frequency picture. Three modes ...

1. OPERATION 4 Bottom zoom display The bottom zoom mode expands bottom and bottom fish on the left-half window. This mode is useful for tracking bottom contour. When the bottom depth increases (or decreases), the display automatically shifts to keep the bottom echo at the lower part of the screen. M...

1. OPERATION 5 1.5 How to Select a Range The basic range may be selected in the [Auto] or [Manual] mode. Note: The RANGE key is inoperative when the bottom discrimination feature is active. 1. Press the RANGE key to open the [Range] setting window. 2. Use W or X to select [Auto] or [Manual]. [Auto]:...

1. OPERATION 10 1.14 A-scope Display The A-scope display shows echoes at each transmission with amplitudes and tone pro-portional to their intensities, on the right 1/3 of the screen. The display shows strong echoes with strong amplitude; weak echoes in weak amplitude. Thus the A-scope display is us...

1. OPERATION 11 1.15 Fish Information(ACCU-FISH TM ) The ACCU-FISH TM feature measures the length of individual fish and tags the fish with a fish symbol whose size is proportional to the length of the fish. The length or depth of the fish can be indicated digitally. Connection to a transducer that ...

1. OPERATION 12 4. Select desired symbol and press the EN- TER key. The size of the symbol is scaled according to the estimated length of the fish. Note: To hide the fish symbol, select [Off] at step 4 and press the ENTER key. Note: You can select which frequency display to show the fish symbols and...

1. OPERATION 13 About the bottom discrimination display How to activate the bottom discrimina-tion display Note 1: Auto range (AUTO_R) is automatical- ly turned on when the bottom discrimination display is activated. Note 2: The bottom discrimination is inopera- tive when the transducer type is sele...

1. OPERATION 14 The bottom alarm alerts you when the bot- tom echo (displayed in red or reddish brown) is within the alarm range set. z Navigation alarms The speed alarm* alerts you when your boat’s speed is within (inside alarm) or under/over (outside alarm) the preset speed. There are two types of...

1. OPERATION 16 Bottom1) Set [Bottom] to [On] and press the EN- TER key. 2) Select [From] and press the ENTER key. 3) Set the starting depth and press the ENTER key. 4) Select [Span] and press the ENTER key. 5) Set the width of the alarm and press the ENTER key. 10. Press the MENU/ESC key to show th...

1. OPERATION 17 1.18 FUNC Key The FUNC key provides for one-touch call up of desired function setting window. 11 items are available: picture advance, shift, interfer-ence, clutter, color erase, white line, white marker, WPT list, bottom zone, TVG, and fish symbols. 1.18.1 How to use the FUNC key 1....

1. OPERATION 19 5. Enter name or latitude and longitude as applicable. 6. Press the MENU/ESC key to register the window. 7. Press the MENU/ESC key again to close the window. 1.19.2 How to edit registered waypoints Registered waypoints can be freely edited. 1. Open the menu, select [Data] and press t...

1. OPERATION 20 4. Press the ENTER key. Note: Applicable data must be input to the 12-24 VDC/NMEA port in order to dis-play the data mentioned in the table be-low. Note 1: When a data is lost 30 sec., the dis- play shows "- -" at the lost data’s location. Note 2: A triducer w/speed sensor is...

1. OPERATION 21 1.21 Menu Description This section describes menu items not previ-ously mentioned. For the [System] menu, see chapter 2. Sounder menu [ Zoom Mode ]: Select the zoom display (bot- tom lock, bottom zoom and marker zoom) to show when "ZOOM" is selected with the MODE knob. For de...

1. OPERATION 22 [ Bottom Zone ]: Set the area where to display the bottom echo when selecting the [Auto] mode on the RANGE key. Note: The bottom discrimination feature must be disabled to use this feature. 1. Select [Bottom Zone] and press the EN- TER key. [Bottom zone] setting window 2. Use W or X ...

1. OPERATION 23 [ Window Size ]: Adjust the display area of the dual frequency mode or zoom mode. This function is inoperative with the single frequen-cy, nav data mode or A-scope display. 1. Select [Window Size] and press the EN- TER key. Window size setting window 2. Use W or X to move the dividin...

25 2. SYSTEM MENU 2.1 How to Display the System Menu The [System] menu mainly consists of items which do not require regular adjustment. 1. Press the MENU/ESC key to open the menu. 2. Select [System]. For [Tests], and [Re- store], see Chapter 3. See Chapter 4 for “NMEA”. 2.2 Range Menu [ Range 1 ] -...

2. SYSTEM MENU 26 2.5 Units Menu [ Depth ]: Select unit of depth measurement, among [m], [ft], [fm], [HR] (Hiro, Japanese) and [pb]. [ Temp ]: Select unit of water temperature measurement, between °C and °F. Water temperature data is required. [ Fish Size ]: Select unit of fish size measure- ment, b...

2. SYSTEM MENU 27 [ Zero Line Area ]: This fea- ture adjusts the transmission line so that the transmission line disappears when the menu item [Zero Line Rejec-tor] is turned on. For a long tail, increase the value. If the transmission line does not disap-pear, lower the TX power. [ Bottom Detect ]:...

28 3. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLE-SHOOTING 3.1 Maintenance Regular maintenance is essential for good performance. Check the items listed in the ta-ble below monthly to help keep your equip-ment in good shape for years to come. Checking 3.2 How to Clean the Display Unit Dust or dirt may be removed from the ...

3. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING 29 3.4 How to Replace the Fuse The two fuses (Type: FGBO-A 125V 2A PBF, Code No.: 000-155-849-10) in the power ca-ble assy. protect the system from reverse po-larity of the power supply and equipment fault. If you cannot turn on the power, a fuse may have blown. FInd ...

3. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING 30 3.7 Diagnostics If you feel your unit is not working properly, conduct the diagnostic test to find the prob-lem. If you cannot restore normal operation, contact your dealer for advice. 1. Open the menu and select [Tests] under [System] and press the ENTER key. 2. U...

3. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING 31 3.8 LCD Test This feature tests the LCD for proper display of colors. Note: To review the seven-tone screen easi- ly, set the brilliance to maximum before start-ing the test. 1. Open the menu and select [Tests] (under [System]) and press the ENTER key. 2. Use S or ...

32 4. INSTALLATION 4.1 Equipment List Standard supply for FCV-627 Standard supply for FCV-587 Name Type Code No. Qty Remarks Display Unit CV-627-E - Select one With hard coverE: English panelC: Chinese panel CV-627-C - InstallationMaterials CP02-07900 - 1 set • Cable Assy. (Type: KON-004-02M, Code N...

4. INSTALLATION 33 Optional equipment * WIth ACCU-FISH TM , bottom discrimination display support. 4.2 Display Unit Mounting considerations The display unit can be installed on a desktop, or flush mounted in a console. When choos-ing a location keep the following in mind: • Locate the unit away from...

4. INSTALLATION 35 Thru-hull mount transducer mounting dimensions Transducer mounting locations Suitable transducer mounting locations Procedure for installation of the thru-hull mount transducer 1. With the boat hauled out of the water, mark the location chosen for mounting the transducer on the bo...

4. INSTALLATION 36 Note: Do not over-stress the stuffing tube and locknut through excessive tightening, since the wood block will swell when the boat is placed in the water. It is suggested that the nut be tightened lightly at installation and re-tightened several days after the boat has been launch...

4. INSTALLATION 37 4. Tape the location shown in the figure be- low. Fill the gap between the wedge front of the transducer and transom with epoxy material to eliminate any air spaces. 5. After the epoxy hardens, remove the tape. 4.5 How to Mount a Thru-hull Trans-ducer Inside the Hull The thru-hull...

4. INSTALLATION 38 use the sandpaper to roughen the inside of the hull where the transducer is to be mounted. 3. Wipe off any sandpaper dust from the face of the transducer. 4. Dry the face of the transducer and the hull. Coat the transducer face and mount-ing location with silicone sealant. Harden-...

4. INSTALLATION 39 525STID-PWD The optional transom mount triducer 525STID-PWD can be installed by the thru-hull method or the inside-hull method. Pre-test for speed and temperature Connect the sensor to the instrument and spin the paddlewheel. Check for a speed reading and the approximate air tempe...

4. INSTALLATION 40 3. Using a 4 mm, #23, or 9/64" bit, drill three holes 22 mm (7/8") deep at the locations indicated. To prevent drilling too deeply, wrap masking tape around the bit 22 mm (7/8") from the point. Fiberglass hull : Minimize surface crack- ing by chamfering the gelcoat. If...

4. INSTALLATION 41 Attaching the sensor to the bracket 1. If the retaining cover near the top of the bracket is closed, open it by depressing the latch and rotating the cover down-ward. Attaching the sensor to the bracket 2. Insert the sensor's pivot arms into the slots near the top of the bracket. ...

4. INSTALLATION 42 4.7 Speed/Tempera-ture Sensor(option) The speed/temperature sensors (ST-02MSB and ST-02PSB) are designed for thru-hull mounting. Install them as shown below. Mounting considerations Select a suitable mounting location, consider-ing the following: • Select a mid-boat flat position....

4. INSTALLATION 43 Thru-hull mount temperature sensorT-02MSB, T-03MSB Select a suitable mounting location consider-ing the following points: • Select a mid boat flat position.• Select a location where the transducer will not be damaged in trailering, launching, hauling, and storage. • Locate away fr...

4. INSTALLATION 44 Cable assy. signal names Note 1: Attach the MJ cable cap (supplied) to the transducer cable to protect the connector when the display unit is removed from the boat. Note 2: Cut unused cores and tape them. Note 3: Connector of cable edge breaks eas- ily. Be careful when connecting ...

4. INSTALLATION 45 Connection of conversion cable 02S4147 Matching box for optional transducer The optional matching box (Type: MB-1100, Code No.: 000-041-353) is required toconnect the optional transducers 50B-6,50B-6B, 200B-5S, 50/200-1T and 50/200-12M. *: With 10P connector cable**: For connectin...

4. INSTALLATION 46 Order of priority Output data sentences *Available with connection of applicable sen-sor or navaid. 4.11 Adjustments after Installation Language 1. Press the / BRILL key to show the [In- stallation] menu. 2. Select your language and press the EN- TER key. The units for depth, wate...

4. INSTALLATION 48 [TLL]: Output latitude/longitude.[FURUNO-TLL]: Output latitude/longitude, depth and water temperature. Requires [FU-RUNO-TLL] enabled device. [ Port Monitor ]: Port Monitor shows the data sentences input to the [12-24 VDC/NMEA] port. Press the ENTER key to display the latest data ...

AP-1 APPENDIX 1 MENU TREE A-Scope ( Off , Normal, Peak) Depth Size ( Large , Medium, Small) Zoom Marker ( Off , On) Temp Graph ( Off , Narrow, Wide) Window Size Battery ( Off , On) Color Bar (Off, On ) Palette ( White , Blue, Black, Mono, Night) Header Info (Off, On ) Nav Data1 ( , , ) Nav Data2 ( ,...

FURUNO FCV-627/587 SP - 1 E2381S01B-M SPECIFICATIONS OF FISH FINDER FCV-627/587 1 GENERAL 1.1 TX frequency 50 kHz and 200 kHz 1.2 Transmit method Single or dual frequency transmitting 1.3 Output power FCV-627 600 W FCV-587 600/1000 W 1.4 TX rate Max. 3,000 pulse/min 1.5 Pulse length 0.04 to 3.0 ms 1...

FURUNO FCV-627/587 SP - 2 E2381S01B-M 3 INTERFACE 3.1 Data format IEC61162-1 (NMEA0183 Ver 1.5/2.0/3.0) 3.2 Data sentences Input BWC, GGA, GLL, GNS, HDG, HDT, MDA, MTW, MWV, RMA, RMB, RMC, VHW, VTG, XTE, ZDA Output DBS, DBT, DPT, MTW*, RMB*, VHW*, TLL* by key operation *: External data required 4 PO...

IN-1 INDEX A ACCU-FISH alarm.......................................14ACCU-FISH setup .......................................11Arrival alarm ................................................16A-scope display ...........................................10 B Battery .........................................

FURUNO Warranty for North America FURUNO U.S.A., Limited Warranty provides a twenty-four (24) months LABOR and twenty-four (24) months PARTS warranty on products from the date of installation or purchase by the original owner. Products or components that are represented as being waterproof are guara...