Furuno RC-1800F2 Series User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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This manual covers the general description of the GMDSS
Radio Station. Refer to the separate manuals for detailed
information on individual units mounted in the console.
GMDSS Radio Station
RC-1800F2Model

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
General
• This manual has been authored with simplified grammar, to meet the needs of international users.
• The operator of this equipment must read and follow the descriptions in this manual. Wrong oper-
ation 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 authorized by FURUNO will
cancel the warranty.
• The following concern acts as our importer in Europe, as defined in DECISION No 768/2008/EC.
- Name: FURUNO EUROPE B.V.
- Address: Ridderhaven 19B, 2984 BT Ridderkerk, The Netherlands
• All brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their re-
spective 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 Alliance (http://www.eiae.org/) 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 chap-
ter on Maintenance. Follow the instructions below if a battery is used. Tape the + and - terminals
of battery before disposal to prevent fire, heat generation caused by short circuit.
In the European Union
The crossed-out trash can symbol indicates that all types of batter-
ies must not be discarded in standard trash, or at a trash site. Take
the used batteries to a battery collection site according to your na-
tional 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.
Take the used batteries to a battery collection site according to
local laws.
In the other countries
There are no international standards for the battery recycle symbol. The number of symbols can
increase when the other countries make their own recycle symbols in the future.
Cd
Ni-Cd Pb

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The user and installer must read the appropriate safety instructions before attempting to install
or operate the equipment.
WARNING
DANGER
Never touch the SSB antenna, antenna
coupler or lead-in insulator when the
SSB radiotelephone is transmitting.
High voltage which will cause death or
serious injury is present at the locations
shown in the illustration below when the
SSB radiotelephone is transmitting.
Turn o the power before performing
maintenance on the SSB antenna.
Antenna
Coupler
Antenna Wire
(High Voltage)
Indoor
Antenna
Wire
Lead-in
Insulator
(High
Voltage)
Do not open the equipment.
Only qualied personnel should work
inside the equipment.
Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment.
Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can
result.
Immediately turn o the power at the
switchboard if the equipment is emitting
smoke or re.
Continued use of the equipment can cause
re or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO
agent for service.
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
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Turn o the power immediately
if you feel the equipment is behaving
abnormally.
Turn o the power at the switchboard if
the equipment becomes abnormally warm
or is emitting odd noises. Contact a
FURUNO dealer or agent for advice.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
Keep sparks and lit smoking materials
away from the lead-acid battery. Make
sure the battery room is well ventilated.
The battery emits hydrogen gas which can
cause explosion.
The electrolyte in the lead-acid battery
contains sulfuric acid which can be harm-
ful, particularly to the eyes.
If sulfuric acid contacts eyes, skin or clothing,
ush directly with water. For eyes, contact a
physician. Loss of eyesight can result.
The temperature of the electrolyte in the
lead-acid battery shouldkeepbetween
-15
°C and 45°C.
The electrolyte can cause explosion if it
becomes too hot.
Name: Warning Label (2)
Type: 86-003-1001
Code No.: 100-236-743-10
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not
remove cover. No user-serviceable
parts inside.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD ....................................................................................................................v
SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS ........................................................................................vi
1. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Operational Overview................................................................................................. 1-1
1.2 System Diagram......................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Equipment Description ............................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Power On/Off ............................................................................................................. 1-5
2. MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................2-1
2.1 Control Panel ............................................................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Maintenance............................................................................................................... 2-5
2.3 Printer PP-520............................................................................................................ 2-5
2.3.1 Parts name and functions .............................................................................. 2-5
2.3.2 Keys and lamps on the control panel............................................................. 2-6
2.3.3 Paper operations............................................................................................ 2-6
2.3.4 How to set the paper...................................................................................... 2-7
2.3.5 How to set the ink ribbon cartridge.................................................................2-9
2.4 Replacement of the Parts......................................................................................... 2-10
SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................................SP-1

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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing the RC-1800F2 GMDSS Radio Station. We are confident you will dis-
cover why FURUNO has become synonymous 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.
Please carefully read and follow the safety information and operating and maintenance instruc-
tions set forth in this manual before attempting to operate the equipment and conduct any main-
tenance. Your unit will perform to the utmost of its ability only if it is operated and maintained in
accordance with the correct procedures.
Features
• All radios incorporated comply with relevant IMO/SOLAS and ITU regulations, ETS and IEC
standards.
• Simple and reliable distress operation.

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
RC-1800F2-1S/2S/5S
RC-1800F2-1S: FS-1575, one FELCOM 18
RC-1800F2-2S: FS-2575, one FELCOM 18
RC-1800F2-5S: FS-5075, one FELCOM 18
Printer
PP-520
Inmarsat-C
Antenna Unit
IC-118
Printer
PP-520
SSB Radiotelephone (inside)
FS-1575T/2575T/5075T
NBDP Terminal Unit
IB-585
Inmarsat-C
Terminal Unit
IC-215/IC-218
AC-DC Power
Supply Unit*
PR-240 (No.1 to No.4,
w/back-up)
AC-DC Power
Supply Unit
PR-850AR
(w/back-up)
Battery Charger
BC-6158-SS
Antenna Coupler
AT-1575
(for FS-1575)
AT-5075
(for FS-2575/5075)
Preamp
FAX-5
Whip Antenna
04S4176
100/110/220 VAC, 1 φ , 50/60 Hz
24 VDC
SSB Antenna
-Distress Alert/Received
Call Unit IC-305
-Alarm Unit IC-306
-SSAS Alert Unit IC-307
AC-DC Power
Supply Unit*
PR-240 (No.5, w/o back-up)
Control Unit
FS-2575C
(for FS-1575/
2575/5075)
Automatic
Antenna
Switch
AS-102
DISTRESS
CANCEL
CALL
1
RT
GHI
IntCom
4
PQRS
7
*
FILE
CURSOR
ABC
DSC
2
JKL
ACK/SQ
5
PRINT
TUV
8
LOG
0
TUNE
DEF
TEST
3
MNO
SCAN
6
WXYZ
9
SETUP
#
CH
ALARM
OVEN
OFF
3:592/
PUSH TO ENTER
㹔㸿
ARD-1/AJB1-1A
(option)
*: AC-DC power supply unit No.4 and No.5 are not required
for FS-1575/2575.

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RC-1800F2-1D/2D/5D
RC-1800F2-1D: FS-1575, two FELCOM 18
RC-1800F2-2D: FS-2575, two FELCOM 18
RC-1800F2-5D: FS-5075, two FELCOM 18
Printer
PP-520
Antenna Coupler
AT-1575
(for FS-1575)
AT-5075
(for FS-2575/5075)
Inmarsat-C
Antenna Unit
IC-118
Printer
PP-520
No. 2 Inmarsat-C
Terminal Unit
IC-218
No.1 Inmarsat-C
Terminal Unit
IC-218
AC-DC Power
Supply Unit*
PR-240 (No.1 to No.4,
w/back-up)
AC-DC Power
Supply Unit
PR-850AR
(w/back-up)
Battery Charger
BC-6158-SS
Preamp
FAX-5
Whip Antenna
04S4176
-Alarm Unit IC-306
-Distress Alert/Received
Call Unit IC-305
-SSAS Alert Unit IC-307 x 2
100/110/220 VAC, 1 φ , 50/60 Hz
24 VDC
SSB Antenna
AC-DC Power
Supply Unit*
PR-240 (No.5, w/o back-up)
Automatic
Antenna
Switch
AS-102
Control Unit
FS-2575C
(for FS-1575/2575/5075)
SSB Radiotelephone (inside)
FS-1575T/2575T/5075T
DISTRESS
CANCEL
CALL
1
RT
GHI
IntCom
4
PQRS
7
*
FILE
CURSOR
ABC
DSC
2
JKL
ACK/SQ
5
PRINT
TUV
8
LOG
0
TUNE
DEF
TEST
3
MNO
SCAN
6
WXYZ
9
SETUP
#
CH
ALARM
OVEN
OFF
3:592/
PUSH TO ENTER
㹔㸿
ARD-1/AJB1-1A
(option)
*: AC-DC power supply unit No.4 and No.5 are not required
for FS-1575/2575.

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1-1
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Operational Overview
The RC-1800F2 radio rack console conforms to the IMO regulations for GMDSS radio
equipment. It contains an SSB radiotelephone, NBDP terminal unit and Inmarsat C
mobile earth station.The RC-1800F2 is operated with the control panel and the dim-
mer knob. You can monitor the AC mains by the lamp. Power can be checked with the
control panel.
Dimmer knob
Control panel
Lamp for AC power
Lamp for SUB
AC system
RC-1800F2
Dimmer knob
Turns on the desk lamp and adjusts the brilliance of the lamp, and is located
at the top of the right-hand side console. The desk lamp does not light during
AC power failure; use the emergency light (EMG LIGHT switch, see page 2-1)
instead.
Control panel
See page 2-1.
Lamp for AC power
Lights when receiving AC power from the ship's mains.
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1. INTRODUCTION
1-2
1.2 System Diagram
The figure below shows the system diagram for the RC-1800F2. The type and number
of the component differ from set to set.
SSB
Radiotelephone
FS-1575T2575T/5075T
100/110/
220 VAC
(Main
Source)
For FS-15752575
DC IN DC IN
AC IN AC IN
AC IN
PP-520
Printer
PP-520
Printer
Power Supply Unit
PR-850AR
IF-8500
(Printer interface)
NBDP Terminal
or
No.2 Inmarsat-C
Inmarsat-C
FELCOM18
No.1
Power Supply Unit PR-240
for No.2 Inmarsat-C/
NBDP Terminal
No.4
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
for No.2 VHF/GPS
No.2
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
for No.1 Inmarsat-C
No.5
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
for NAVTEX
No.3
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
for No.1 VHF/GPS
Alarm Unit
Radio
battery
Charger Unit
BC-6158-SS
24VDC
(Sub
Source)
100/110/
220 VAC
(Main
Source)
DC IN
AC IN
Power Supply Unit
PR-850AR
No.1
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
for No.1 Inmarsat-C
No.2
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
for No.2 Inmarsat-C
No.3
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
for No.1 VHF/GPS
Radio
battery
Charger Unit
BC-6158
FS-2575C
No.1 VHF
No.1 GPS
No.2 VHF
No.2 GPS
NAVTEX
MF/HF SYSTEM
(and No.2 Inmarsat-C)
No.1 VHF
No.1 GPS
No.2 VHF
No.2 GPS
NAVTEX
External Equipment
External Equipment
24VDC
(Sub
Source)

1. INTRODUCTION
1-3
1.3 Equipment Description
Regulations require that all equipment be powered while the vessel is underway.
SSB Radiotelephone
For ship-ship and ship-station radio communications in the MF/HF band (1.6 to 26.175
MHz), the main communications modes are;
• Voice communications (J3E) via the handset
• DSC communications (J2B) by the MF/HF
• Telex communications by the NBDP terminal (J2B)
DSC
DSC function is incorporated in SSB Radiotelephone. Below are its DSC main func-
tions.
• Distress alert: Transmit the distress alert via the SSB Radiotelephone.
• Watches DSC distress and safety frequencies. The MF/HF DSC receives distress
alert from vessel in distress and all ships message (safety and urgent message)
from ship or coast station.
• All Ships Call: For urgent situation on own ship (for example, request for medical
assistance).
• Individual Call: Place a call to a specific ship or coast station.
NBDP terminal unit
The NBDP terminal unit provides Telex communications with coast station over the
MF/HF band via the SSB radiotelephone. Furthermore, it can receive MSI (Maritime
Safety Information) messages via the SSB radiotelephone (Scan reception).
Note: Note: NBDP terminal unit is not incorporated in the dual Inmarsat C type radio
rack console.
Inmarsat-C Mobile Earth Station
Provides distress and general telex communications for mobile and fixed terrestrial
subscribers in the Inmarsat-C communications network. Telex messages are pro-
cessed by what is known as store-and-forward telex. A telex message transmitted by
you arrives at a coast station where it is stored temporarily and then delivered to the
subscriber specified. (Full duplex communications are not possible.)

1. INTRODUCTION
1-4
AC-DC Power Supply
The AC-DC power supply consists of a battery charger and two types of AC-DC power
supply units (one PR-850AR and up to five PR-240) which can accept both AC and
DC powers. If main AC power failure occurs, auxiliary DC power (battery) provides
power to the equipment shown below, for the amount of time stipulated by radio reg-
ulations.
• SSB radiotelephone
• NBDP terminal unit
• Inmarsat-C
• VHF
• GPS receiver (except NAVTEX)
Printer
Two printers are supplied and one is dedicated to the Inmarsat-C. The other printer is
shared by up to four units: MF/HF DSC, NBDP Terminal, and external VHF DSC (max-
imum two sets, option). It is automatically connected to one of those equipment on a
first-come-first-served basis. For example, if the MF/HF DSC is used (message trans-
mission or reception), the printer is automatically connected to the MF/HF DSC and
disconnects itself from other equipment.

1. INTRODUCTION
1-5
1.4 Power On/Off
Procedure
1. Turn on breakers and switches on the AC-DC Power Supply Unit in the following
order:
1) MAIN AC switch (CB-101)
2) All breaker switches for MAIN AC IN (CB105 to CB111, any order)
3) Battery charger input (CB201)
4) All breaker switches for input of AC-DC power supply (CB203 to CB207, any
order)
5) PR-850AR DC OUT (CB301)
6) All breaker switches for DC OUT (CB302 to CB310, any order)
2. Turn on the power switches (any order) of all equipment in the console.
Note: Turn on all breakers so that the radio station and equipments connected can
work properly.
(only when FAX-410s are connected to the AC line)
1'
2
34
5
6
No.1
PR-240 DC IN
DC IN
PR-850
No.2 No.3 No.4
BATT IN
24V BATT IN
10A
No.1
PR-240 DC OUT
No.3 No.4
PR-850
DC OUT
MF/HF RADIOTELEPHONE
24V DC OUT
No.1
PR-240 AC IN
No.2 No.3 No.4 No.5
5A
AC IN/OUT
AC IN
PR-850
AC IN
BATT CH
AUX AC OUT
MAIN
AC IN
No.5No.2
DMC
W/O BACK UP
10A 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A
10A 10A 10A 10A30A
5A5A5A5A
5A5A 20A20A
SUB
AC IN
No.1VHF No.1GPS No.2VHF No.2GPS NAVTEXPRINTER I/F
BATT MON. LAMP
SATCOM
PRINTER
SATCOM
/NBDP
PRINTER
1For SUB AC system
4
PR-240 DC IN
DC IN
PR-850
No.1 No.2 No.3
10A 10A 10A30A
For FS-5075
2
PR-240 AC IN
No.1 No.2 No.3
AC IN
PR-850
AC IN
BATT CH
5A5A5A20A20A
For FS-1575/2575
For FS-5075

1. INTRODUCTION
1-6
Turning off the system
Reverse the order shown above.
Battery
charger
PR-850AR
PR-240
PR-240
PR-240
PR-240
PR-240
DC IN AC IN
DC
OUT
SSB transceiver unit
FS-5075T
DC IN
AC IN
AC Ship's power
Battery
DC
OUT
DC OUT
NBDP terminal unit/
No.2 Inmarsat-C terminal unit/
PP-520
IF-8500
No.1 Inmarsat-C terminal unit/
PP-520
DMC
No.1 VHF
No.1 GPS
No.2 VHF
No.2 GPS
NAVTEX
DC IN
AC IN DC OUT
FAX-410
CB101
CB105
CB106
CB107
CB108
CB109
CB110
CB111
CB201
CB203
CB204
CB205
CB206
CB207
CB301
CB302
CB303
CB304
CB305
CB306
CB307
CB308
CB309
CB310
CB103 CB104
PR-850AR,PR-240: AC-DC power supply unit
CB-101 to CB-310: Breaker switch
For FS-5075
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)

1. INTRODUCTION
1-7
Battery
charger
PR-850AR
PR-240
PR-240
PR-240
DC IN AC IN
DC
OUT
SSB transceiver unit
FS-1575T/FS-2575T
DC IN
AC IN
AC Ship's power
Battery
DC
OUT
DC OUT*
NBDP terminal unit/
No.2 Inmarsat-C terminal unit/
PP-520
IF-8500
No.1 Inmarsat-C terminal unit
/
PP-520
DMC
No.1 VHF
No.1 GPS
No.2 VHF
No.2 GPS
NAVTEX
FAX-410
CB101
CB105
CB106
CB108
CB109
CB110
CB201
CB203
CB205
CB206
CB207
CB301
CB302
CB303
CB304
CB305
CB306
CB307
CB308
CB309
CB310
CB103 CB104
PR-850AR,PR-240: AC-DC power supply unit
CB-101 to CB-310: Breaker switch
For FS-1575/FS-2575
(1)
(2)
(3)
DC OUT**
*: With backup
**: Without backup

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2-1
2. MAINTENANCE
2.1 Control Panel
Control description
EMG LIGHT switch
Turns the emergency lamps at the top of the console on/off.
BATTERY MONITOR lamp
• IN USE lamp (AC power failure: orange)
Lights to alert that the AC power has failed and the radio equipment is being pow-
ered by the radio battery (DC power) alone. When lit, only the equipment related to
distress communication are powered. (Power is not supplied to console lights.)
• LOW VOLT lamp (low battery voltage: red)
Lights to alert that the battery voltage is below 22 VDC. (The aural alarm sounds
until the voltage becomes higher than 22 VDC.)
Voltmeter and Ammeter
BUZZER STOP switch
RADIO 24V BATT
CHARGER
MANUAL
AUTO
BATTERY
ON
RADIO 24V BATT
LIGHT
EMG
MONITOR
IN USE LOW VOLT
BATTERY
OFF
OFF
BUZZER
STOP
TEST
TEST
OFF
AUTO
㩷
TEST switch/
Volume
EMG LIGHT
switch
BATTERY
MONITOR
lamp
BATTERY CHARGER switch
For flooded lead-acid battery:

2. MAINTENANCE
2-2
Voltmeter, Ammeter
Monitor battery voltage and electric current during charging of radio battery. The bat-
tery voltage is kept between 25.0 VDC and 28.0 VDC in the flooded lead-acid battery,
and 26.7 VDC in the valve-regulated lead-acid battery.
BUZZER STOP switch
This switch silences the buzzer. The buzzer sounds when the battery is abnormal or
AC power fails.
TEST switch
This switch starts the voltage drop test. Do the test as follows:
1. Push the TEST switch to start the voltage drop test.
2. Rotate the encoder knob next to the TEST switch fully-clockwise.
3. Slowly rotate the encoder knob counterclockwise to swing the voltage pointer.
4. Confirm that the buzzer sounds when the pointer is lower than approx. 22 V.
5. Push the BUZZER STOP switch to silence the buzzer.6.Push the TEST switch to
finish the test.
BATTERY CHARGER switch (valve-regulated lead-acid battery, mainte-
nance free)
AUTO: Always set the switch to AUTO. The battery voltage is kept between 26.5 VDC
and 27.0 VDC.
OFF: Disconnects the charger from the radio battery.
1. Care of the battery
The lead-acid battery powers the radio console when the ship’s mains power fails,
to enable communication in the event of distress. Therefore, follow the points
mentioned below to keep the battery in good working order.
2. Confirming charging
Confirm that the BATTERY CHARGER switch on the Control Panel is set to AU-
TO. Further, confirm that the voltage shown on the battery voltage meter on the
Control Panel is normal (between 26.5 VDC and 27.0 VDC).
WARNINGWARNING
Do not remove or disassemble
the safety tap of the lead-acid battery.
Removal may cause the battery to explode,
lower its performance or shorten its life.
The temperature of the electrolyte in
the lead-acid battery should keep
between -15°C and 45°C.
The electrolyte can cause explosion if it
becomes too hot.