Furuno Navtex NX-700-A User manual

NAVTEX RECEIVER
NX-700A/B

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
• 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.
• The example screens (or illustrations) shown in this manual may not match the screens
you see on your display. The screen you see depends on your system configuration and
equipment settings.
• This manual is intended for use by native speakers of English.
• FURUNO will assume no responsibility for the damage caused by improper use or
modification of the equipment or claims of loss of profit by a third party.
• Please carefully read and follow the operation and maintenance procedures set forth in
this manual.
• Store this manual in a convenient place for further reference.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment.
Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can
result.
Immediately turn off the power at the
switchboard if the equipment is emitting
smoke or fire.
Continued use of the equipment can cause
fire or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO
agent for service.
Keep heater away from equipment.
A heater can melt the equipment's power
cord, which can cause fire or electrical
shock.
Use the proper fuse.
Fuse rating is shown on the equipment.
Use of a wrong fuse can result in damage
to the equipment.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Do not open the equipment.
Only qualified personnel
should work inside the
equipment.
CAUTION
A warning label is attached to the equip-
ment. Do not remove the label. If the
label is missing or damaged, contact
a FURUNO agent or dealer about
replacement.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not
remove cover. No user-serviceable
parts inside.
Name:WarningLabel(1)
Type:86-003-1011-1
CodeNo.:100-236-231
Safety information for the Operator

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Do not open the equipment
unless totally familiar with
electrical circuits and
service manual.
Only qualified personnel
should work inside the
equipment.
WARNINGWARNING
Turn off the power at the mains switch-
board before beginning the installation.
Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can
result if the power is left on or is applied
while the equipment is being installed.
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
HAZARD
Standard Steering
Observe the following compass safe
distances to prevent deviation of a
magnetic compass.
CAUTIONCAUTION
Display unit
Receiver unit NX-7001
Safety information for the Installer
NX-700A
NX-700B
1.45 m 0.95 m
0.30 m 0.30 m
1.15 m 0.75 m
Attach securely protective
earth to the ship's body.
The protective earth is required
to the power supply to prevent
electrical shock.

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FORWORD
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO NX-700A/B NVTEX Receiver.
We are confident that you will enjoy many years of operation with this fine piece
of equipment.
For over 50 years, Furuno Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation
for quality and reliability throughout the world. Our extensive global network of
agents and dealers furthers this dedication to excellence.
The NX-700A/B is just one of the many Furuno developments in the field of
marine radio communication.
NX-700A: Display unit w/printer
NX-700B: Display unit w/o printer
This NX-700A/B provides cost-effective price, high sensitivity and simple
operation in one compact and light-weight unit. In addition to its fundamental
function of receiving NAVTEX broadcasts, this unit can also function as nav data
display when connected to navigation equipment.
This unit is designed and constructed to ensure the user many years of
trouble-free operation. To obtain full performance from the equipment, however,
you should carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for
installation, operation and maintenance. No machine can perform its intended
functions unless it is installed and maintained properly.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.

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Features
NAVTEX (Navigational Telex) is a world wide coastal telex broadcasting system.
Coastal NAVTEX broadcasting stations with specific ID’s transmit Navigational
warnings. Meteorological warnings, Search and Rescue (SAR) information and
other navigational information for NAVTEX receiver-equipped vessels sailing in
coastal waters.
The FURUNO NX-700 NAVTEX receiver receives NAVTEX messages and
automatically displays them together with station ID and message category
information.
If ship’s position data is fed from navigation equipment, the NX-700
automatically decides in which NAVAREAthe vessel is navigating, and selects
stations. (NAVAREAs are geographical zones defined by the international
Maritime Organization.)
-Meets the following standards and regulations
MSC.148 (77) IMOA.694 (17)
IEC 61097-6 Ed.2 CDV (2005-02)
IEC 60945 Ed. 3 and 4
IEC 61162-1 and 2
EN 300 065V 1.1.3
EN 301 011V 1.1.1 (1998-09)
ITU-R M 540-2
ITU-R M 625-3
-Receives 518 kHz and another (490 or 4209.5 kHz) at the same time
-5” LCD display
-Prints out the message selected
-Bright 76 x 100 mm, monochrome LCD, 240 x 320 dots with adjustable contrast
and brilliance
-Low power consumption
-Displays the NAV data or distance information at the bottom of screen
-Compact, stylish display, receiver and antenna units

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EQUIPMENT LISTS............................................................................................. vi
SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS ........................................................................... viii
1. PRINCIPLE OF NAVTEX SYSTEM ...............................................................1-1
1.1 How NAVTEX Works................................................................................................. 1-1
1.2 NAVTEX System Operation....................................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Message Format....................................................................................................... 1-2
1.4 NAVTEX Station Map ................................................................................................ 1-3
1.5 NAVTEX Station List.................................................................................................. 1-4
2. OPERATION...................................................................................................2-1
2.1 Operating Controls.................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Turn the Unit On/Off .................................................................................................. 2-1
2.3 Adjusting LCD Brilliance............................................................................................ 2-2
2.4 Confirming the New Message.................................................................................... 2-2
2.5 Sample Messages..................................................................................................... 2-3
2.6 Choosing Up Navtex Station Receive Mode.............................................................. 2-4
2.7 Choosing the Local Frequency.................................................................................. 2-5
2.8 Editing the Setting for Frequencies............................................................................ 2-5
2.9 Switching the Frequency to Display........................................................................... 2-7
2.10 Alarm Messages........................................................................................................ 2-7
2.11 Processing Messages............................................................................................... 2-8
2.12 Printing Messages..................................................................................................... 2-9
2.13 Editing the NAVTEX Station List...............................................................................2-11
2.14 Icons ....................................................................................................................... 2-14
2.15 Messages List......................................................................................................... 2-15
2.16 Other Functions....................................................................................................... 2-16
3. MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................3-1
3.1 Maintenance.............................................................................................................. 3-1
3.2 Replacement of Fuse, Battery and Thermal Paper.................................................... 3-2
3.3 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 3-4
3.4 Diagnostics................................................................................................................ 3-5
3.5 Restoring All Default Settings.................................................................................... 3-6
4. INSTALLATION..............................................................................................4-1
4.1 Display Unit............................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Receiver Unit............................................................................................................. 4-3
4.3 Antenna Unit ............................................................................................................. 4-4
4.4 Printer (NX-700B only).............................................................................................. 4-4
4.5 Wiring........................................................................................................................ 4-5
4.6 Setting of Printer........................................................................................................ 4-9
4.7 Interfacing............................................................................................................... 4-10

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MENU TREE....................................................................................................AP-1
PACKING LISTS ............................................................................................... A-1
DRAWINGS....................................................................................................... D-1
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM.......................................................................S-1
SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................SP-1

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EQUIPMENT LISTS
Standard Supply
Name Type Code No. Qty Remarks
NX-700A - w/printer
Display Unit NX-700B - 1 w/o printer
Receiver Unit NX-7001 - 1
Antenna Unit NX-7H - 1
CP08-01810 000-040-122 10 m cable, CP08-01811
CP08-01820 000-040-123 20 m cable, CP08-01811*
CP08-01870 000-040-350 30 m cable, CP08-01811*
CP08-01880 000-040-362 40 m cable, CP08-01811*
CP08-01890 000-040-363
1
50 m cable, CP08-01811*
CP08-01860 000-040-349 1
DSUB25P cable, between
Display and Receiver Units
CP08-01863* 004-514-530 1
ForAntenna Unit w/o antenna
cable
CP08-01864* 004-514-540 ForAntenna Unit w/ antenna
cable.
Installation
Materials
CP08-01861* 004-514-350 1 For Display Unit
SP08-02000* 000-040-344 1 For NX-700A
Spare Parts SP08-02101* 004-514-370 1 Fuse for Receiver Unit
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