Furuno FAR-3230S-BB, Installation Manual

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1. INSTALLATION
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1.2 Monitor Unit
See the operator’s manual for MU-190 (OMC-44670) or MU-231 (OMC-44690). Keep
in mind the following points when selecting a location.
Installation considerations
• Locate the monitor unit where no framing is installed immediately forward of the
monitor.
• Locate the monitor unit where it is easy to view the display in all ambient lighting
conditions.
1.3 Radar Control Unit, Trackball Control Unit
The control units can be installed on a desktop or flush mounted in a console. For the
desktop installation the unit can laid flat or tilted.
Note: The control unit RCU-025 can be used instead of the RCU-020 (for FAR-2xx7)
mounted in the connection stand (OP03-184 or OP26-20) using the optional kit
OP24-31.
Installation considerations
Keep in mind the following points when selecting a location.
• Select a location where the control unit can be operated easily.
• Locate the unit away from heat sources because of heat that can build up inside the
cabinet.
• Locate the equipment away from places subject to water splash and rain.
• Leave sufficient space at the sides and rear of the unit to facilitate maintenance.
• Determine the mounting location considering the length of the signal cable between
the control unit and the processor unit.
• A magnetic compass will be affected if the control unit is placed too close to the
magnetic compass. Observe the compass safe distances in the SAFETY IN-
STRUCTIONS prevent interference to the compass.
• Be sure to connect the ground wire (between the earth terminal on the chassis and
the ship’s earth).
Bridge
window
Viewing point Viewing point
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Bridge window