Furuno FI-501 User manual

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IMPORTANT NOTICES
General
• The operator of this equipment must read and follow the descriptions in this
manual. Wrong operation or maintenance can cancel the warranty or cause
injury.
• Do not copy any part of this manual without written permission from FURUNO.
• If this manual is lost or worn, contact your dealer about replacement.
• The contents of this manual and equipment specifications can change without
notice.
• The example screens (or illustrations) shown in this manual can be different
from the screens you see on your display. The screens you see depend on your
system configuration and equipment settings.
• Save this manual for future reference.
• Any modification of the equipment (including software) by persons not autho-
rized by FURUNO will cancel the warranty.
• All brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service
marks of their respective holders.
How to discard this product
Discard this product according to local regulations for the disposal of industrial
waste. For disposal in the USA, see the homepage of the Electronics Industries
Al-liance for the correct method of disposal.
How to discard a used battery
Some FURUNO products have a battery(ies). To see if your product has a battery,
see the chapter on Maintenance. Follow the instructions below if a battery is used.
Tape the + and - terminals of battery before disposal to prevent fire, heat genera-
tion caused by short circuit.
In the European Union
Thecrossed-outtrashcansymbolindicatesthatalltypesof
batteries must not be discarded in standard trash, or at a
trash site. Take the used batteries to a battery collection
site according to your national legislation and the Batteries
Directive 2006/66/EU.
In the USA
The Mobius loop symbol (three chasing arrows) indicates
that Ni-Cd and lead-acid rechargeable batteries must be
recycled.Taketheusedbatteriestoabatterycollectionsite
according to local laws.
Cd
Ni-Cd Pb

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Warning, Caution
Mandatory Action
Prohibitive Action
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The operator of this equipment must read these safety instructions before attempting to
operate the equipment.
WARNING
Do not open the equipment.
Only qualified personnel should
work inside the equipment.
Do not disassemble or modify
the equipment.
Fire or electrical shock can result if
the equipment is modified.
Do not operate the equipment
with wet hands.
Electrical shock can result.
Safety instructions for the operator
Make sure no rain or water
splash leaks into the equipment.
Fire or electrical shock can result
if water leaks into the equipment.
Immediately turn off the power
at the switchboard if water leaks
into the equipment.
Continued use of the equipment
can cause fire or electrical shock.
Safety instructions for the installer
WARNING
Turn off the power at the switch-
board before beginning the
installation.
Turn off the power to prevent
electrical shock.
Make sure the installation site is
not subject to water spray.
Fire or electrical shock can result if
water leaks into the equipment.
CAUTION
Observe the following compass
safe distances to prevent interfer-
ence to the instruments:
Standard
compass Steering compass
0.35 m 0.30 m
FI-50 series
Instruments
Warning Label
A warning label is attached to the equipment. Do not
remove the label. If the label is missing or damaged,
contact a FURUNO agent or dealer about replacement.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD...............................................................................................iv
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .....................................................................vi
1. FI-501 WIND ANGLE, FI-502 CLOSE HAULED WIND ANGLE.............1
1.1 Operating Controls...............................................................................................1
1.2 Turning the Power On/Off ....................................................................................2
1.3 Adjusting Brilliance and Contrast .........................................................................2
1.4 Display Layout......................................................................................................3
1.5 Selecting a Display...............................................................................................4
1.6 Selecting Apparent or True Wind Angle, Wind Speed .........................................5
1.7 Displaying Velocity Made Good (VMG) Information.............................................6
1.8 Displaying Tack Angle..........................................................................................6
1.9 Alarms..................................................................................................................7
2. FI-505 COURSE PILOT...........................................................................9
2.1 Operating Controls...............................................................................................9
2.2 Turning the Power On/Off ..................................................................................10
2.3 Adjusting Brilliance and Contrast .......................................................................10
2.4 Selecting a Display.............................................................................................11
2.5 Unlocked and Locked Heading Modes...............................................................12
2.6 Resetting Average Heading Indication...............................................................12
3. FI-506 RUDDER.....................................................................................13
3.1 Operating Controls.............................................................................................13
3.2 Turning the Power On/Off ..................................................................................14
3.3 Adjusting Display Brilliance................................................................................14
3.4 Calibrating Rudder Angle...................................................................................14
4. MAINTENANCE,TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................15
4.1 Preventive Maintenance.....................................................................................15
4.2 Troubleshooting..................................................................................................16
5. INSTALLATION.....................................................................................17
5.1 Equipment Lists..................................................................................................17
5.2 Mounting.............................................................................................................19
5.3 Wiring.................................................................................................................23
5.4 Setting Up...........................................................................................................29
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................SP-1
PACKING LIST........................................................................................A-1
OUTLINE DRAWINGS.............................................................................D-1
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM............................................................ S-1

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FOREWORD
A Word to the Owner of the FI-501, FI-502,
FI-505, FI-506
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO FI-501 Wind Angle, FI-
502 Close Hauled Wind Angle, FI-505 Course Pilot and the FI-506 Rud-
der, members of the FI-50 series of marine instruments. We are confi-
dent you will see why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with
quality and reliability.
For over 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 de-
mands of the marine environment. However, no machine can perform its
intended function unless operated and maintained properly. Please care-
fully read and follow the recommended procedures for operation and
maintenance.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.
Features
The FI-50 series provide various analog and digital navigation and
envi-ronmental data, with digital data displayed on a high quality, backlit
LCD. The sturdy weather-proof case is built to stand up to even the
harshest of environments.
FI-501, FI-502
The FI-501 Wind Angle and FI-502 Close Hauled Wind Angle provide
precise analog wind angle together with digital speed indication. Wind
angle is available in True or Apparent.
The main features of the FI-501 and FI-502 are
• True and apparent wind angle and speed
• Maximum wind speed
• Velocity made good
• Tack angle
• Alarms for wind speed and wind angle
• Boat speed
• Boat speed, heading

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FI-505
TheFI-505CoursePilotdisplaysheadingandcourseinformation,andits
main features are
• Heading and average heading
• Locked heading
• Course made good
• Adjustments for
• Heading response
• Pointer response
• Course made good response
• Pointer alignment
FI-506
The FI-506 Rudder displays rudder angle, and its main features are
• Analog rudder indication
• Alignment with keypads

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
Standalone configuration
NOTICE:Turnontheterminalresistorintheinstrumentwhenconnecting
a CAN bus device or an NMEA 2000 sensor. For the procedure, see in-
stallation chapter.
FI-501 FI-502
12 VDC
OR
FI-5001
WIND
TRANSDUCER
TERMINAL BOX
(where necessary)
12 VDC
HEADING
SENSOR
12 VDC
AUTOPILOT
FI-501/FI-502
FI-505 FI-506
: Standard Supply
: Optional Supply
: Local Supply
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CAN bus network
NOTICE: Turn on the terminal resistor in the terminator of the CAN bus
network.
: Standard Supply
: Optional Supply
: Local Supply
JUNCTIONBOX
FI-5002
*NMEA 2000 SENSORS
- Boat speed
- Depth
- Heading
- Navigation
- Environment
- Autopilot
- Engine
12 VDC
(not necessary if powered
by CANbus network)
FI-5001
WIND
TRANSDUCER
TERMINAL BOX
(where necessary)
FI-504
MULTI
FI-505
COURSE PILOT FI-506
RUDDER
FI-503
DIGITAL
FI-501 Wind Angle/
FI-502 Close Hauled
Wind Angle
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CAN bus
Device
or
NMEA 2000
SENSOR*
CAN bus
Device
or
NMEA 2000
SENSOR*
CAN bus
Device
or
NMEA 2000
SENSOR*
CAN bus
Device
or
NMEA 2000
SENSOR*
CAN bus
Device
or
NMEA 2000
SENSOR*
DISP
MODE
APP
TRUE
SELECT
CLEAR
FI-507
MULTI XL

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1. FI-501 WIND ANGLE
FI-502 CLOSE HAULED WIND ANGLE
The FI-501 Wind Angle and FI-502 Close Hauled Wind Angle instru-
ments provide precise analog wind angle together with digital speed in-
dication, in true or apparent direction. Wind speed is displayed in knots,
meters/second or as a Beaufort scale number.
In addition to wind direction and speed indications these instruments pro-
vide:
• Velocity made good (VMG).
• Alarms for minimum and maximum true wind speeds, and high and
low apparent wind angles.
1.1 Operating Controls
FI-501 FI-502
TACK/CLEAR key
- Show tack heading.
- Clear data.
- Reset max. true wind.
- Increment value.
VMG key
- Show velocity made good.
- Decrement value.
APP/TRUE key
Alternate true and apparent wind.
MODE key
- Turn on power.
- Select display.

1. FI-501 WIND ANGLE, FI-502 CLOSE HAULED WIND ANGLE
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1.2 Turning the Power On/Off
To power the instrument, press the MODE key. All LCD segments go
on and off and then the last-used display appears.
To power off the instrument, press the MODE and APP/TRUE keys to-
gether. The timer appears and counts down from three seconds to one
second, and then the power goes off.
Power OFF sequence
1.3 Adjusting Brilliance and Contrast
1. Press the MODE and APP/TRUE keys together. The display for
adjustment of brilliance appears, with current brilliance setting flash-
ing.
2. Within seven seconds of completing step 1, press the VMG key to
lower the brilliance, or the TACK/CLEAR key to raise it.
3. Press the MODE and APP/TRUE keys together. The display for
adjustment of contrast appears, with current contrast setting flashing.
4. Within seven seconds of completing step 3, press the VMG key to
lower the contrast, or the TACK/CLEAR key to raise it.
5. Press the MODE and APP/TRUE keys together to save the settings
and restore normal operation.
The brilliance and contrast will be the same on all units which are syn-
chronized. (For how to synchronize units, see page 32.)
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2 1POWE
R
OFF
Press MODE
and APP/TRUE
keys together
b 2
b=brilliance Brilliance setting
(flashing)
C 3
C=Contrast Contrast setting
(flashing)