Furuno GP-330B User manual

GPS RECEIVER
GP-330B
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
www.furuno.co.jp
MODEL

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
• The descriptions in this manual are intended for readers with a solid knowledge of English.
• No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced without written permission.
• If this manual is lost or worn, contact your dealer about replacement.
• The contents of this manual and equipment specifications are subject to change without notice.
• Store this manual in a convenient place for future reference.
• FURUNO will assume no responsibility for the damage caused by improper use or modification
of the equipment (including software) by an unauthorized agent or a third party.
• When it is time to discard this product it must be done according to local regulations for disposal
of industrial waste. For disposal in the USA, refer to the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://
www.eiae.org/).
• The serial number for this equipment is recorded on the underside of the GPS receiver, which
may not be visible depending on installation method. Record the serial number below for future
use.
Serial No.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD................................................................................................................... iv
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................... v
1. INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Equipment Lists.............................................................................................................1
1.2 Tools & Materials...........................................................................................................1
1.3 Choosing the Mounting Location...................................................................................2
1.4 Mounting........................................................................................................................3
1.4.1 Pole/Rail (Pipe) Mount ...........................................................................................3
1.4.2 Deck Mount............................................................................................................4
1.4.3 Flush Mount ...........................................................................................................5
2. WIRING, SETTINGS ................................................................................................. 6
2.1 NMEA 2000®Connection..............................................................................................6
2.1.1 Direct Connection...................................................................................................6
2.1.2 Network Connection...............................................................................................7
2.1.3 Routing and Connecting the Cable Assembly........................................................8
2.2 NMEA 0183 Connection................................................................................................9
2.3 Settings for NavNet vx2...............................................................................................10
3. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................... 11
3.1 Maintenance................................................................................................................11
3.2 Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................11
4. TECHNICAL INFORMATION ................................................................................. 12
4.1 NMEA 0183 Sentences ...............................................................................................12
4.2 NMEA 2000®PGN Commands....................................................................................13
SPECIFICATION ....................................................................................................... SP-1
PACKING LIST............................................................................................................ A-1
OUTLINE DRAWINGS ................................................................................................ D-1
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM ................................................................................ S-1
Declaration of Confomity

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FOREWORD
A Word to the Owner of the GP-330
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO GP-330B GPS Receiver. We are confident you
will see why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with quality and reliability.
For 60 years FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for quality marine
electronics equipment. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our extensive 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 installa-
tion and maintenance.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.
Feature
The GP-330B is a high performance GPS Receiver designed for any type of vessel. This compact
and cost-effective receiver offers extremely accurate position fixes, within 3 meters with the WAAS
mode activated.
• 12 channels for receiving 12 satellites simultaneously
• Output in NMEA 2000®or NMEA 0183 format
• Position fixed within approx. 60 seconds after start up
• Position updated every second
• Space-saving installation
• Ideal position-fixing sensor for NavNet®3D series

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
: Standard supply
: Optional supply
: Local supply
NMEA 2000
NMEA 0183
NavNet 3D Series
FI-50 Series Instruments
AIS
Autopilot
Current Indicator
ECDIS
Remote Display Unit
NavNet vx2 Series
Radar
Scanning Sonar
Video Plotter
GP-330B
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1. INSTALLATION
1.1 Equipment Lists
1.2 Tools & Materials
• Mounting hardware with standard 1-14" UNS (Pole/Rail Mount installation) threads
• Safety goggles
• Dust mask
• Screwdrivers (Pole/Rail Mount or Deck Mount installation)
• Teflon pipe thread tape, 1/2" wide (some installations)
• Pencil (some installations)
• Electric drill (some installations)
• Drill bits (some installations):
• Pilot hole - 3 mm or 1/8"
• Deck mount screw holes - 5.1 mm or #7
• Deck mount cable hole - 25 mm or 1"
• Flush mount stud holes - 6 mm or 1/4"
• Flush mount cable hole - 38 mm or 1-1/2"
• Loctite®242®or other removable thread locker (Flush Mount installation)
• Cable ties (some installations)
Name Type Code No. Qty Remarks
Standard Supply
GPS Receiver GP-330B 1
Installation
Materials
CP20-03200 000-012-581 1 set With NMEA 2000
cable (6 m) See packing list
at back of
manual.
CP20-03210 000-012-582 1 set No cable
Optional Supply
Cable Assy. 22-1025-02 000-168-883-10 1 6 m, for NMEA 2000®
Cable Assy. 22-1025-06 000-168-884-10 1 10 m, for NMEA 2000®
Cable Assy. 22-910-03 000-168-885-10 1 10 m, for NMEA 0183
Cable Assy. MJ-A7SPF/
SRMD-100 000-144-534 1 10 m, straight, MJ7P(P)-MJ7P(J),
for NMEA 0183
Flush Mount Kit GP-330B-
FLUSH KIT 001-037-630 1
Deck Mount Kit GP-330B-
DECK KIT 001-037-640 1
Pipe Mount Kit GP-330B-
PIPE KIT 001-041-560 1

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1.3 Choosing the Mounting Location
For a reliable GPS signal, selecting the best location for the receiver is very important. It can be
mounted on a pole, rail, or flat surface. Choose a location that balances the requirements below.
• The GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky to the horizon in all directions. Note that
frozen water spray may degrade reception.
• Referring to the figure below for distances, mount away from any VHF radio, satellite commu-
nications equipment, radar, or other antennas to avoid mutual interference.
• Mount above or below any radar beam. Do not mount within a radar beam.
• Mount reasonably level with the earth’s surface -- not tilted to one side.
•Do not mount on top of a sailboat mast. The sway will cause jitter in the data.
•Do not mount where the GPS receiver could be a tripping hazard or tread upon.
not within
INMARSAT beam
VHF antenna
or RX MF/HF
whip antenna Loop
antenna
GPS receiver
TX whip
antenna
(MF/HF)
INMARSAT
antenna
Long-wire
TX MF/HF
antenna
Min. 3 m
not within
radar beam
Min. 1 m Min. 4 m
Min. 1 m
Min. 5 m
Min. 1.5 m
Min. 5 m
Radar
Min. 4 m
B-, F-type: 25°
C-type: 15°
Antenna
insulator

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1.4 Mounting
1.4.1 Pole/Rail (Pipe) Mount
CAUTION! - Do not use the flush mount materials to mount the unit on a pole. Water may leak
into the unit.
The nut assembly supplied has standard 1-14" UNS threads that can be screwed to a standard
marine antenna mount, extension pole, or rail-mount bracket. Before beginning the installation,
plan for securing the pole/rail bracket to the boat and purchase locally all the necessary hardware.
It may be helpful to fasten the pole/rail bracket to the boat before proceeding.
1. Unscrew the mount base (part C) from the surface bracket (part E). (The surface bracket is
not used in this installation. See the next page for part (E)).
2. Remove the label from the GPS receiver’s socket (underside of receiver). The label may be
discarded.
Fasten the mount base (part C) to the GPS receiver (part A) with the supplied two panhead
screws, flat washers and spring washers. The torque for the screws is 1.35 N m.
3. Decide if you want the cable to exit through the center or along the side of the pole/rail brack-
et. Slide the nut assembly (captive nut and adaptor) onto the cable at the 9-pin GPS connector
end. Do not connect the GPS receiver at this time.
1) Center exit: Pass the instrument connector end of the cable down through the center of
the pole. Be sure to leave several inches of cable extending beyond the nut assembly.
2) Side exit: Place the cable side-exit adaptor (part D) over the cable. Being sure the cable
is passing through the slot in the side, screw the nut assembly onto the adaptor. Hand-
tighten only. Do not over tighten.
Note: Use the adaptor supplied as it has smooth edges that will not chafe the cable. Do
not use a purchased part.
CAUTION: if you use a thread locker, use teflon pipe thread tape. Do not use a liquid thread
locker as it may weaken the plastic, causing it to swell and crack.
4. Screw the extension pole/rail bracket onto the nut assembly/cable side-exit adaptor. Hand-
tighten only. Do not over tighten.
5. Remove the protective cap from the GPS connector on the cable. (Save the cap to protect the
connector, when the receiver is removed.) Plug the cable firmly into the GPS receiver.
6. With the alignment tab on the GPS receiver facing forward, slide the captive nut upward and
screw it onto the mount base. Hand-tighten only. Do not over tighten.
1)
2)

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1.4.2 Deck Mount
See the outline drawing for mounting hole dimensions and fixing instructions
1. Unscrew the mount base (part C) from the surface bracket (part E) (see figure above). Re-
move the label from over the GPS receiver's socket. (The label may be discarded.) Fasten the
mount base (part C) to the GPS receiver (part A) with the supplied panhead screws, flat wash-
ers and spring washers. The torque for the screws is 1.35 N m.
2. Screw the surface bracket (part E) onto the mount base of the assembled GPS receiver. Use
a pencil to extend the alignment tab onto the surface bracket. Unscrew the surface bracket.
3. At the selected location, position the surface bracket with the pencil mark facing forward. Us-
ing it as a template, mark the position for the three mounting screws and the center hole for
the cable.
4. Using a 3 mm or 1/8" bit, drill the pilot holes. Using 5.1 mm or #7 bit, drill the three mounting
holes. Drill the cable hole with a 25 mm or 1" bit.
Fiberglass-Minimize surface cracking by running the drill in reverse until the gelcoat is pen-
etrated.
5. At the location shown in the figure above, coat the surface bracket (part E) with silicone seal-
ant.
6. Apply silicone sealant to the three #10 x 1/2" self-tapping screws to seal the deck. With the
pencil mark facing forward, fasten the surface bracket in place. Do not block the drain slots.
They will allow any water that accumulates inside the surface bracket to escape. CAUTION:
Do not use a liquid thread locker as it may weaken the plastic, causing it to swell and crack.
7. Wrap pipe thread tape around the threads of the mount base two times to seal it tightly to the
surface bracket.
8. Coat the part of the GPS connector shown in the figure on page 4 with silicone sealant. Pass
the GPS connector end of the cable up through the hole in the surface bracket.
9. Remove the protective cap from the cable's GPS connector. (Save the cap to protect the con-
nector, when the receiver is removed.) Plug the cable firmly into the GPS receiver.
10. Counterclockwise twist the cable three and one-half turns. Then screw the GPS receiver onto
the installed surface bracket. Hand-tighten only. Do not over tighten.

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1.4.3 Flush Mount
See the outline drawing for mounting hole dimen-
sions and fixing instructions.
1. Remove the label from over the GPS receiver's
socket. (The label may be discarded.) Apply re-
movable thread locker to the two studs sup-
plied. Screw the studs into the underside of the
GPS receiver (part A).
2. Using the gasket (part B) as a template, posi-
tion it at the selected mounting location upside
down with the arrow facing forward. Mark the
position for the two mounting holes and the
center hole for the cable.
3. Using a 3 mm or 1/8" bit, drill the pilot holes. Using a 6 mm or 1/4" bit, drill the two mounting
holes for the studs. Drill the cable hole with a 38 mm or 1-1/2" bit.
Fiberglass-Minimize surface cracking by running the drill in reverse until the gelcoat is pen-
etrated.
4. Pass the instrument connector-end of the cable through the center of the gasket and down
through the center mounting hole in the boat.
5. Plug the cable firmly into the GPS receiver.
6. Orient the gasket with the arrow facing in the same direction as the alignment tab on the GPS
receiver. Push the gasket onto the studs and slide it over the connector.
Note: The gasket fits one way only. A groove in the gasket fits over the alignment tab on the
connector.
7. With the GPS receiver alignment tab pointing forward, push the studs through the mounting
surface. Check to be sure the gasket is tucked under the lip of the unit. From underneath the
mounting surface, slide the flat washer and spring washer onto each stud. Fasten the studs
with the thumb nuts. Hand-tighten only. Do not over tighten.
8. Coat the circumference of the GPS receiver with silicone sealant so that there is no space be-
tween the GPS receiver and the mounting surface.

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2. WIRING, SETTINGS
2.1 NMEA 2000®Connection
The LEN (Load Equivalency Number) for this equipment is 3.
2.1.1 Direct Connection
Insert the contact pin (supplied) into the #5 socket of the GPS Receiver connector to activate the
termination resistor. (See page 8 for location of #5 socket.) Route the cable assembly to the
NMEA 2000®device. Coil any excess cable and secure it with a cable tie to prevent damage. Con-
nect the cable assembly to the NMEA 2000®device.
Cable Assembly
22-1025-02 (6 m)
22-1025-06 (10 m, option)
GP-330B
Termination
Resistor: ON
* Cut plug from cable and connect
wires to terminal/connector.
- Radar Sensor*
- FI-50 Series Instrument

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2.1.2 Network Connection
Drop cable connection
A drop cable is connected to a backbone cable with T-type connectors*. The backbone cable is
of the "light" type. Attach a terminator at the ends of the backbone cable. Only two termination re-
sistors are required on an NMEA 2000®network. More than two will degrade performance.
* Recommended type: LTWSS-050505-FMF-TS001 (LTW Technology, Inc.), or equivalent
Backbone cable connection
Use this connection method to connect the GP330B at the final node in the backbone cable. Use
T-type connectors to connect equipment to the backbone cable.
Backbone cable
Terminator 1 T-connector T-connector
- NavNet 3D Series
- FI-50 Instrument
Cable Assembly
22-1025-02 (6 m)
Power
(12 VDC)
T-connector
Power
(12 V)
GP-330B
Termination
Resistor: OFF
Terminator 2
GP-330B
Termination
Resistor: ON
T-connector
Cable Assembly
22-1025-02 (6 m)
22-1025-06 (10 m, option)
Power
(12 VDC)
T-connector
- NavNet 3D Series
- FI-50 Instrument
Power
(12 V)
T-connector
Backbone cable (max. 25 m)

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Connect the GPS Receiver at the last node in the network. Insert the contact pin (supplied) into
the #5 socket of the GPS Receiver connector to activate the termination resistor.
2.1.3 Routing and Connecting the Cable Assembly
Route the cable assembly to the NMEA 2000®device. Coil any excess cable and secure it with a
cable tie to prevent damage. Connect the cable assembly to the NMEA 2000®device.
Ta b
Contact pin inserted
in #5 socket

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2.2 NMEA 0183 Connection
Wiring outline
Wiring procedure
Route the cable assembly to the display. Coil any excess cable and secure it with a cable tie to
prevent damage. Connect the GPS Receiver to your NMEA 0183 display.
NavNet vx2
Series
Waterproof connectors by wrapping them with vulcanizing tape
and then vinyl tape. Bind tape ends with suitable cable ties.
GP-330B
Female
NMEA 0183 Cable Assembly
(22-910-03, 10 m, option)
Remote Display
Unit (RD-30)
Extension cable (MJ-A7SPF/SRMD-100, option)
max. length: 50 m
Female

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2.3 Settings for NavNet vx2
The following items in the NavNet vx2 menu system are applicable to the GP-330B. For details
and operating procedure, see the Installation Manual for your NavNet vx2 model.
NAV SETUP menu
Set POSITION SOURCE to GPS or ALL.
GPS SETUP menu
• GEODETIC DATUM
Select your chart type. WGS-84 is the GPS standard.
• ANTENNA HEIGHT
Set the height of the GPS receiver unit above the sea surface.
• FIX MODE
Select position fixing mode from 2D (three satellites in view) or 2D/3D (three or four satellites in
view).
• COLD START
Clear the Almanac currently stored in the GPS receiver to receive the latest Almanac.
WAAS SETUP menu
• WAAS MODE
Select ON to use the WAAS mode.
• WAAS SEARCH
Select WAAS satellite search method, automatic or manual.
• CORRECTIONS DATA
Select the type of message for WAAS connection, 00 for North America, 02 elsewhere.
WAAS settings effective from the version numbers shown below.
C-MAP specification NAVIO specification
Program No. Model Program No. Model
1950026-03.02 Model 1804C-BB 1950025-03.02 Model 1804C-BB
1950024-03.02 Model 1804C 1950023-03.02 Model 1804C
1950028-03.02 Model 1704C 1950027-03.02 Model 1704C

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3. MAINTENANCE,
TROUBLESHOOTING
3.1 Maintenance
The GP-330B is virtually maintenance free. However, it is recommended to wipe it with a water-
moistened cloth periodically to remove accumulated dirt and water deposits.
3.2 Troubleshooting
If position is not found within a reasonable amount of time, check the following items.
• Is there power to the GPS receiver? (Check unit that is supplying power to the GP-330B.)
• Are all the connections tight?
• Does the GPS receiver have a clear view of the sky?
• Is there interference from other antennas or instruments?
• Is cabling damaged?
• Is the cable-run free of kinks or damage?
• Is there damage to the GPS receiver?
• Is there ice on the GPS receiver?
CAUTION
CAUTION
Do not disassemble the unit.
Disassembling the unit will damage
the waterproof seal. Further, there
are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Do not apply paint, anti-
corrosive sealant or contact
spray to coatingor plastic parts
of the equipment.
Those items contain organic
solvents that can damage coating
and plastic parts, especially
plastic connectors.
NOTICE

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4. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
4.1 NMEA 0183 Sentences
Transmitted NMEA 0183 Sentences
* Default output
Received NMEA 0183 Sentences and Commands
$GPDTM* Datum Reference
$GPGGA* GPS Fix Data
$GPGLL* Geographic Position -Latitude / Longitude
$GPGSA GNSS DOP and Active Satellites
$GPGSV GNSS Satellites in View
$GPRMC* ecommended Minimum Specific GNSS Data
$GPVTG* Course Over Ground and Ground Speed
$GPZDA* Time and Date
$PAMTC,ALT Setting related to the altitude of the sensor
$PAMTC,BAUD Change the baud rate from the nominal 4800 baud to 38400 baud
$PAMTC,DATUM Define local datum
$PAMTC,EN Enable/disable transmission of specific sentences, and change their rate of
transmission
$PAMTC,ERST Reset the user portion of nonvolatile EEPROM to factory defaults
$PAMTC,OPTION WAAS ON/OFF. Set 2d/3d/Auto mode. Set WAAS Satellite. Set WAAS Tzz
Parameter.
$PAMTC,POST Set Query Power On Self Test function
$PAMTC,QPS Query part number and serial number versions
$PAMTC,QV Query GPS hardware and firmware versions
$PAMTC,RESET Reset the GP-330B
$PAMTC,SIM Enable/disable Simulate Mode
$PAMTX Pause or resume all automatic transmission of messages
$PFEC,pireq Request to $PFEC,pidat

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4.2 NMEA 2000®PGN Commands
Transmitted NMEA 2000®PGNs
Received NMEA 2000®PGNs
PGN 059392 ISO Acknowledgment
PGN 060928 ISO Address Claim
PGN 065285 Proprietary: Boot State Acknowledgment
PGN 065287 Proprietary: Access Level
PGN 126208 Acknowledge Group Function
PGN 126464 PGN List - Transmit/Received PGN's Group
PGN 126720 Addressable Multi-Frame Proprietary
PGN 126992 System Time
PGN 126996 Product Information
PGN 126998 Configuration Information
PGN 127258 Magnetic Variation
PGN 129025 Position, Rapid Update
PGN 129026 COG & SOG, Rapid Update
PGN 129029 GNSS Position Data
PGN 129033 Time & Date
PGN 129044 Datum
PGN 129538 GNSS Control Status
PGN 129539 GNSS DOPs
PGN 129540 GNSS Sats in View
PGN 059904 ISO Request
PGN 060928 ISO Address Claim
PGN 126208 Request Group Function
PGN 126208 Command Group Function
PGN 126720 Addressable Multi-Frame Proprietary

FURUNO GP-330B
SP - 1 E4452S01A
SPECIFICATIONS OF GPS RECEIVER
GP-330B
1 GENERAL
1.1 Receiving frequency 1575.42 MHz
1.2 Tracking code C/A code, WAAS
1.3 Number of channels GPS: 12 channels parallel, 12 satellites; WAAS: 2 channels
1.4 Position fixing method All in view, 8-state Kalman filter
1.5 Accuracy GPS: 10m approx. (2drms)
WAAS: 3m approx. (2drms)
1.6 Position fixing time 60 s typical (cold start)
1.7 Tracking velocity 999 kt
1.8 Position update interval 1 s
2 INTERFACE
2.1 Data format NMEA2000 or NMEA0183 Ver.3.1 (selected by cable)
2.2 NMEA0183 format
Output sentences DTM, GGA, GLL, GSA, GSV, RMC, VTG, ZDA
2.3 NMEA2000 format
Input PGN 059904, 060928, 065280/281, 126028/208/720
Output PGN 059392, 060928, 065285/287,126208/464/720/992/996/998
127258, 129025/026/029/033/044/538/539/540, 130822/823/944
3 POWER SUPPLY
12 VDC: 175 mA max.
4 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION
4.1 Ambient temperature -25°C to +55°C
4.2 Relative humidity 95% at 40°C
4.3 Degree of protection IP56
4.4 Bearing vibration IEC 60945
5 UNIT COLOR
N9.5