Furuno FMD3100, Operator'S Manual

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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information
System) FMD-3100. We are confident you will see why the FURUNO name has become synony-
mous with quality and reliability.
Since 1948, FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for innovative and
dependable marine electronics equipment. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our ex-
tensive global network of agents and dealers.
This equipment is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environ-
ment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless installed, operated and
maintained properly. Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for operation
and maintenance.
Features
The FMD-3100 is the product of FURUNO’s extensive experience in computer technology and
marine electronics. The ECDIS displays electronic charts, nav lines, TT targets, AIS targets and
other navigation data on a high-resolution 24-inch display.
The main features of this ECDIS are
Standards Used in this Manual
Program No.
ECDIS: 2450074-03.xx (xx=minor change)
CE declaration
With regards to CE declarations, please refer to our website (www.furuno.com) for further infor-
mation about RoHS conformity declarations.
• Complies with IMO MSC.232(82), IMO A.694(17), IEC 61162-450 Ed. 1, IEC 61174 Ed. 4, IEC
61162-1 Ed. 4, IEC 61162-2 Ed. 1, IEC 62288 Ed. 2, IEC 60945 Ed. 4.
• Continuous monitoring of ship’s position through multi-sensor Kalman filter processing using GPS,
DGPS, SDME.
• Route planning and route monitoring facilities.
• Radar image can be overlaid on electronic charts. (Requires FURUNO FAR-2xx7, FAR-2xx8,
FAR-3xx0, FCR-2xx9 series radar.)
• Grounding warnings, safe depth contours.
• Chart database loaded and updated using DVD ROMs and other media.
• Target data from TT (Tracked Target) and AIS transponder to aid in collision avoidance.
• The buttons on the InstantAccess bar and Status bar and menu items are shown in brackets; for
example, the [PLAN] button.
• Context-sensitive menus are available with many buttons, boxes, and objects within the display
area. Right-click those items to display the related context-sensitive menu.
• Unless noted otherwise, "click" means to push the left button on the Trackball Control Unit (in order
to do a function).
• Unless noted otherwise, “keyboard” refers to the software keyboard. (A PC keyboard is optionally
available.)