Furuno SCX-20, Operator'S Manual

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FOREWORD
A Word to the Owner of the SCX-20
FURUNO Electric Company thanks you for purchasing the FURUNO SCX-20 Satellite Com-
pass
™
. We are confident you will discover why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with
quality and reliability.
Since 1948, FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for quality and reli-
ability throughout the world. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our extensive global net-
work of agents and dealers.
Your equipment is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine envi-
ronment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless properly operated and
maintained. Please carefully read and follow the operation and maintenance procedures in this
manual.
We would appreciate feedback from you, the end-user, about whether we are achieving our goal.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.
Features
The SCX-20 is a new Satellite Compass™ designed with FURUNO advanced GPS kinematic
technology. This compass has a wide range of applications for both land and sea vessels.
The main features are:
• Heading accuracy of 0.5° RMS (1.0° when stationary).
• Perfect for use as a heading sensor for RADAR/TT, Echo trails, AIS, Autopilot and scanning
SONARs.
• Outputs accurate heading, position, time, speed and course.
• Pitch and roll output in digital format for ship’s motion correction.
• Heave output allows for heave compensation.
• Attitude settling time of 60 seconds.
• Outputs data in NMEA 2000 format.
• Aesthetically pleasing antenna fits nicely on recreational boats.
Program numbers
*: “xx” denotes version number.
Unit & PC Board PCB/Application Program No.*
Antenna Unit STARTER 2051599 01.xx
BOOTER 2051600 01.xx
APL 2051601 01.xx
GNSS (1 to 4) 48505230 xx