Furuno FI-3005, Operator'S Manual

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Welcome aboard the Nexus Network!
Thank you for choosing FI-30 and welcome to the world of the Nexus Network.
Through this manual we would like to help you install, operate and understand your
new Nexus Network.
The Server is the "heart" of your Nexus Network, to which transducers for speed,
depth, heading, wind and navigation (GPS) are connected.
From the Server the single Nexus Network cable transmits power and data to the
instruments, which repeat the information sent from the Server, or other FI-30
transducers.
The Nexus Network is designed with the industry standard RS 485 databus, which
allows you to connect up to 32 FI-30 instrument units on the single Nexus Network
cable, thereby allowing you the flexibility to easily develop your system. The Nexus
Network is capable of carrying data 10 times faster than NMEA 0183.
The connection system, with a single 5 mm (1/5") cable and 4-pole jack plugs with
cable protectors, makes the installation easy. No need to drill big holes and the cable
can be cut to exact lengths. The connections at the Server are colour coded and
marked with a number for easy reference.
FI-30 Multi Control is a multi function instrument that displays a main and a sub-
function together. You can easily "customise" your favourite combination of functions,
by using the unique method to move, copy and lock a sub-function.
The instruments large display gives you very good viewing possibilities from any
angle, even in bright sunlight. The display and the five push-buttons have red back
lighting which you can set to three different lighting levels.
A large selection of optional analogue repeaters and accessories are available. The
analogue steer pilot instrument particularly offers unique functions. When used
together with the steer reference function (AWA), you can actually steer after the wind
and "expand" the tacking or down wind angle.
To get the most out of your new FURUNO product, please read through this manual
carefully before you start your installation.
Again, thank you for choosing FURUNO. If you see us at a show, stop by and say
hello.
Good luck and happy boating!