Furuno FAX-408 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

FACSIMILE RECEIVER

MODEL

FAX-408

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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 authorized 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 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(ies), see the
chapter on Maintenance. Follow the instructions below if a battery(ies) is used.

In the European Union

The crossed-out trash can symbol indicates that all types of 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. Take the used
batteries to a battery collection site according to local laws.

Ni-Cd Pb

In the other countries

Cd

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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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The user and installer must read the appropriate safety instructions before attempting to instal
or operate the equipment.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

WARNING

CAUTION

Warning, Caution

could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.

Prohibitive Action

afety Instructions for the Operator

Mandatory Action

WARNING

Do not open the equipment except to
replace paper.

Only qualified personnel should work
inside the equipment.

Immediately turn off the power at the
switchboard if water leaks into the
equipment or something is dropped
into the equipment.

Continued use of the equipment can cause
fire or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO
agent for service.

Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment.

Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can
result.

Do not place liquid-filled containers on
the top of the equipment.

WARNING

Make sure no rain or water splash leaks
into the equipment.

Fire or electrical shock can result if water
leaks in the equipment.

Use the proper fuse.

Use of a wrong fuse can result in damage
to the equipment or cause fire.

Handle the LCD with great care. Strong
shock may break it.

If the LCD breaks, LCD liquid may leak out
Do not swallow or touch the liquid - it is
toxic if swallowed. If it is swallowed or
contacts eyes, rinse the contacted area
thoroughly with water and contact a
physician immediately.

The power supply shall conform to
the recommended rating.

Fire or electrical shock can result if a liquid
spills into the equipment.

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.

Fire or electrical shock may result if an
improper power supply is used.

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CAUTION

WARNING LABEL

CAUTION

Do not use commercial cleaners to
clean the main unit.

A warning label is attached to the main unit.
Do not remove the label. If the label is missing
or damaged, contact a FURUNO agent or
dealer about replacement.

Commercial cleaners may remove paint
and markings. Remove dust from the main
unit with a soft cloth. For stubborn dirt, use
water-diluted mild detergent and a soft
cloth.

afety Instructions for the Installer

WARNING

Turn off the power at the switchboard
before beginning the installation.

Fire or electrical shock can result if the
power is left on.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock, do not
remove cover. No user-serviceable
parts inside.

Name: Warning Label 1
Type: 86-003-1011-2
Code No.: 100-236-232-10

Observe the following compass safe
distances to prevent interference to a
compass:

Standard Steering
compass compass

Facsimile
Receiver

0.7 m 0.5 m

Observe the following cautions when
choosing a mounting location:

- Locate away from area subject to rain
or water splash.

- Provide adequate ventilation.

- Locate out of direct sunlight.

- Choose location where shock and
vibration are minimal.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD...............................................................................................vi

EQUIPMENT LIST.....................................................................................vii

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ....................................................................viii

1. OPERATION..........................................................................................1

1.1 Control Description.......................................................................................................1

1.2 Turning the Power On/Off.............................................................................................3

1.3 Adjusting LCD Contrast................................................................................................3

1.4 Adjus t ing LCD Brilliance and LED Brig ht ness..............................................................3

1.5 Channel and Frequency Displays.................................................................................3

1.5.1 Channel setting................................................................................................3

1.5.2 Selection of desired frequency, fine adjustment of frequency.........................4

1.6 Automatic Receiving.....................................................................................................4

1.7 Manual Receiving.........................................................................................................5

1.8 Timer Receiving............................................................................................................5

1.8.1 Registering timer programs.............................................................................5

1.8.2 Choosing timer programs for timer reception..................................................6

1.8.3 Disabling timer operation when awaiting reception.........................................7

1.8.4 Unlocking the keyboard during timer reception ...............................................7

1.8.5 Confirming timer programs..............................................................................7

1.9 Processing Facsimile Images.......................................................................................8

1.9.1 Speed and IOC................................................................................................8

1.9.2 Manual phasing...............................................................................................9

1.9.3 Synchronization...............................................................................................9

1.9.4 Reverse mode.................................................................................................9

1.10 Sleep Timer................................................................................ ................................10

1.10.1 Activating the sleep timer ..............................................................................10

1.10.2 Unlocking the keyboard.................................................................................10

1.10.3 Disabling the sleep timer.................. .............................................................10

1.11 Setting the Date and Time..........................................................................................11

1.12 Adding Facsimile Channels........................................................................................11

1.13 ISB Function............................................................................................................... 13

1.13.1 Enabling, disabling ISB function.....................................................................13

1.13.2 Setting ISB shift width.....................................................................................13

1.14 Operation with an External Receiver..........................................................................14

1.14.1 Enabling, disabling external receiver use......................................................14

1.14.2 Operation .......................................................................................................14

2. MAINTENANCE...................................................................................15

2.1 Cleaning .....................................................................................................................15

2.2 Replacement of Recording Paper ..............................................................................15

2.3 Replacement of Fuse .................................................................................................16

2.4 Backup Battery...........................................................................................................19

2.5 Clearing the RAM.......................................................................................................19

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3. INSTALLATION................................................................................... 21

3.1 Main Unit....................................................................................................................21

3.2 Antenna ......................................................................................................................22

3.2.1 General antenna connection.........................................................................22

3.2.2 Whip or wire antenna ....................................................................................23

3.2.3 Installation of optional preamp unit (FAX-5)..................................................23

3.3 Wiring......................................................................................................................... 24

3.3.1 Power, ground............................................................................................... 24

3.3.2 External equipment.......................................................................................24

3.3.3 Whip or wire antenna ....................................................................................25

3.3.4 Setting of SW S1 on RCV board (when preamp unit is used).......................26

3.4 Changing Display Language........ ................................................ ..............................27

FACSIMILE STATION TABLES ............................................................... 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 FAX-408

FURUNO Electric Company thanks you for purchasing the FURUNO FAX-408 Facsimile Receiv­er. We are confident you will discover 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 and
reliability throughout the world. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our extensive global
network of agents and dealers.

Your equipment is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine envi­ronment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless properly installed and
maintained. Please carefully read and follow the operation, installation and maintenance proce­dures set forth in this manual.

We would appreciate feedback from you, the end-user, about whether we are achieving our pur­poses.

Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO.

Features

The FAX-408 uses an Individual scanning recording thermal head to produce high quality facsim­ile images.

• Electronic scanning with thermal head recording system provides clear image, quiet opera-

tion.

• Programmed with all existing facsimile stations and frequencies. User may also program

channels and edit existing channels.

• Fully automatic facsimile operation with built-in schedule timer. Storage for 16 timer programs.

• Fully automatic selection of speed, IOC, phase alignment and frequency. Manual selection

also available.

• 9-tone gradation recording provides clear and detailed weather images.

• ISB shift function tracks frequency of SSB multiplex broadcasts whose frequencies typically

shift 1-2 kHz.

• Signal from external receiver may also be recorded.

• Automatic start/stop circuit provided in accordance with WMO standard.

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EQUIPMENT LIST

Standard supply

Name Type Code No. Qty Remarks

Facsimile Receiver FAX-408 — 1
Installation Materials CP08-02101 000-163-087 1 set See the Packing Lists at
Accessories FP08-01000 000-163-088 1 set
Spare Parts SP08-02301 000-163-082 1 set

Optional supply

Name Type Code No. Remarks

Preamp Unit FAX-5 000-075-016 w/15 m cable

FAX-5 000-075-049 w/1 m cable

Whip Antenna 04S4176 000-153-122 2.6 m, for use with FAX-5

the end of this manual.

FAW-6R2 000-572-108 6 m

FAW-6R2A 000-107-921 6 m, w/mounting bracket
Hose Clamp OP08-11 005-946-960 For mounting preamp unit
Matching Box ARD-1 005-502-230
Antenna Cable

Extension Kit

Coaxial Plug FM-MP-7 000-108-859
Adapter MP-M3A 000-108-860

Rectifier PR-62 000-013-484 100 VAC

OP04-2 *10M* 000-041-174 10 m, 3D-2V, w/MP3 connector at

both ends

OP04-2 *20M* 000-041-175 20 m, 3D-2V, w/MP3 connector at

both ends

OP04-2 *30M* 000-041-176 30 m, 3D-2V, w/MP3 connector at

both ends

OP04-2 *40M* 000-041-177 40 m, 3D-2V, w/MP3 connector at

both ends

OP04-2 *50M* 000-041-178 50 m, 3D-2V, w/MP3 connector at

both ends

MP-M5A 000-108-861

Connector (M) FMA-1

000-013-485 110 VAC
000-013-486 220 VAC
000-013-487 230 VAC
000-152-964-00

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

A

Choose one

12-24 VDC

External
Receiver

WHIP ANTENNA
(2.6 m)

PREAMP UNIT

FAX-5

WHIP ANTENNA
(6 m)

OR

MATCHING BOX

ARD-1

FACSIMILE RECEIVER
FAX-408

WIRE ANTENN

: Standard supply
: Optional suppply
: Local supply

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1. OPERATION

C

OFF

1.1 Control Description

ontrol panel

Paper cutter

Paper compartment
cover

TIMER

TUNE

POWER

ON

FACSIMILE RECEIVER FAX-408

OFF

VOLUME SYNC

PRG

FRQ

1

DIM CH

RCD

SPD

IOC RCD C 0 E

REV

456
7

3

2

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PAPER FEED

Con tr o l d e s c r ip t i on

Control,

Description

indicator

POWER

ON

Turns power on and off.

VOLUME

Adjusts volume of Rx signal and key beep.

SYNC

Fine tunes the phasing signal.

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G

V

D

TIMER

RCD

Control description (con’t from previous page)

Control,

indicator

PR

FRQ

DIM

CH

SPD

RE

Description

• Enables a setting mode (in combination with numeric key). Press the key fol­lowed by appropriate numeric key to choose setting mode.
1- Chooses internal or external receiver.
2- Sets timer reception functions.
3- Sets sleep timer.
4- Adds or edit cha nnels.
5- Sets date and time.
6- Sets ISB shift.
7- Adjusts LCD contrast.
9- Clears RAM.

• Returns to top page in setting mode.

• Changes from channel mode to frequency mode.

• Sets frequen cy in frequency mode.

Adjust LCD brilliance and LED brightness, in five levels.

• Changes from frequency mode to channel mode.

• Sets channel in channel mode.

Chooses recording speed.

• Reverses recording format (from bl ack on white to white on black and vice
versa).

• Inserts decimal point when entering frequency, asterisk when entering channel.

• Chooses + or -.

IOC

RC

E

C

2

4

5

6

8

0

TUNE

Chooses IOC (Index of Cooperation).
Starts and stops recording in manual recording.
Confirms setting.

• Clears da ta in setting mode.

• Switches from setting mode to standby mode.

Raises channel in channel mode, or raises frequency in frequency mode.
Manual phasing (leftward) in recording. Eac h press sh ifts the recordin g leftward

by about 5 mm.
Displays date and time.
Manual phasing (rightward) in recording. Each press shifts the recording right-

ward by about 5 mm.
Lowers channel in channel mode, or lowers frequency in frequency mode.

Feeds paper.

The top, middle or bottom LED lights when the receive frequency is higher, the
same or lower than programmed frequency, respectively.

Lights when the timer m ode or sleep mode is active.

• Flashes when receiving start signal.

• Lights when recording i s in progress.

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1.2 Turning the Power On/Off

Press the POWER key to turn the power on or off. When the power is applied, the last-used
channel appears.

1.3 Adjusting LCD Contrast

1. Pres s t he PRG key.

2. Pres s t he 7 key to show the contrast setting screen.

SET CONTRAST
by S/T KEY

3. Press
the LCD.

4. Pres s t he E key .

5. Pres s t he C key to return to the standby display.

S or T key to adjust the contrast, in 10 levels (0-9). The chosen level is indicated on

1.4 Adjusting LCD Brilliance and LED Brightness

Use the DIM key to adjust LCD brilliance and LED brig ht ness, in five levels.

1.5 Channel and Frequency Displays

The channel display may be chosen with the CH key; the frequency display with the FRQ key.
The channel number is displayed in three digits. I n the example below the channel number is 000.

CH No. Call Sign Frequency CH No. Call Sign Frequency

C" denotes channel

isplay mode.

C000 JMH 3622.5
S120 I576

000 JMH F 3622.5
S120 I576

Speed IOC Speed IOC

Channel display Frequency display

"F" denotes frequenc
display mode.

1.5.1 Channel setting

In the channel display mode, press S or T key to choose channel number. A channel may also
be selected manually by pressing the CH key when in the channel disp lay mode and then e ntering
channel number with the numeric keys. An asterisk (*) may be entered (with REV/z key) at the 3rd
digit location to receive the most sensitive frequency of a channel group automatically.

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1.5.2 Selection of desired frequency, fine adjustment of frequency

Frequency may also b e entered manual ly by pressing t he FRQ key, and th en ente r ing fr equ en cy

z

by usi ng th e nume ric keys an d the REV/

key (for entering decimal point). The available frequency

range is 2000.0 - 249 99. 9 kHz.
In the frequency di splay mode, use the S or T key to fine tune a frequency when in the frequency

display mode, in resolution of 0.1 kHz. When properly tuned, the center TUNE LED (green) lights.
If the upper TUNE LED (red) is lit, use the S key, and if the lower TUN E LED (red) is lit, use th e
T key.

1.6 Automatic Receiving

Once you choose the facsimile station from which to receive, the system goes into standby to
await the start signal fr om the facsimil e station. Recording sta rts when the start si gnal is r eceived.

1. Pres s th e CH key to show the channel display.

C00* JMH 3622.5
S120 I576

* Asterisk indicates automa
frequency selection.

2. Pres s th e S or T key to choose channel desired.

Note: Alt ernatively, you may enter the freq uency of th e broadcast i ng station by pressing th e
FRQ key and entering frequency with the nu meri c ke ys and t he REV/

z

key (for decimal poin t) .

When the start signal is received, the message "AUTO START SEARCHING FRAME" appears
and the R CD LED (orange) flashes . Speed and IOC are automat i c ally adj us ted when rec ording
starts. The RCD LED lights during recording.

Note: The TUNE LED goes off when the RX level goes below a certain level or the equipment is
not receiving. Even if the TUNE LED goes off, the equipment records the fax signal as long as the
S/N ratio is suitable. Therefore, this is not a sign of TUNE LED trouble or equipment malfunction.

Stopping recording

Recording stops auto mat ical l y wh en the stop signal i s r e ceive d. Y ou ma y a l so sto p the r e cord i ng
manually by pressing th e RCD key. The RCD LED goes off when recording is stopped.

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1.7 Manual Receiving

This section shows you to manuall y receive a facs imile br oadcast. For example , you may want to
receive a facsimile b roadcast a lready in pr ogress or receive fro m a facsimil e station t hat does not
use start and sto p si gnals.

1. Pres s t he CH key to show the channel display.

C000 JMH 3622.5
S120 I576

2. Pres s t he

Note: Alt ernatively, you may enter the fre quency of th e broadca sting station by pressing th e
FRQ key and entering frequency wi th the nu meri c ke ys and t he REV/z key (for decimal poin t) .

3. Pres s t he RCD key to start receiving.

MANUAL START SEARCHING FRAME appears on the display and the RCD LED (orange)
flashes.

4. If recording does not start a fter a while, pre ss the RCD key again. The RCD LED stops flashing
and lights when recor ding starts.

5. If necessary, use the SPD key and IOC keys to choose rotation speed and IOC, respectively,
referring to paragrap h 1. 9.1.

S or T key to choose channel desired.

Stopping recording

Recording stops automatica lly when the stop signal is r eceived. To stop recording manuall y, press
the RCD key. The RCD LED goes off when recording is stopped.

1.8 Timer Receiving

Most facsimile s tations transmi t facsimile images in accor dance with a sch edule issued by r elative
meteoro logical observator y . (Y ou can find fa c si m ile s c hedules in th e publicati on “Meteorological
Facsimile Broadcasts,” available through meteorological observatory bodies.) If you wish to
receive a certain facsimile broadcast on a regular basis, therefore, the timer mode will virtually
allow you “hands-off” automatic operation. 16 timer programs may be set.

1.8.1 Registering timer programs

1. Pres s t he PRG key to display the setting mode.

[PRG] key

C000 JMH 3622.5
S120 I576

[C] key

Standby display

2. Pres s th e 2 key to show the timer reception setting mode.

TIMER RCV : 1-OFF
2-ON 3-RCL 4-STR

SET PRG. No. 1-9
ESC PUSH C KEY

Setting mode

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3. Pres s th e 4 key to choose STR (Store).

STORE TIMER REG
SET REG No. 0-F

4. Use t he S or T key to choose timer program number and press the E key. For example ,
choose “1” and the display then looks something like the one below.

R1 SET CHANNEL
No. in 3 FIGURES

5. Enter a channel number and press the E key.

R1 C000 SET DAY
of THE WEEK by ST

6. Set the day of the week which to receive the program, using the

S or T key. Choose the

asterisk (*) to get a broadcast daily at the same time.

7. Pres s th e E key .

R1 C000 MON
SET START/STOP

8. Set start and stop times, in 24-hour notation, using the numeric keys. (When registering pro­grams which follow one another consecu t iv ely, the time be tween pro grams shou ld be set at
least one minute apart. For example, you have two programs to register, the first at 12:00-12:30
and the second at 12:30-13:00. In this case, set the time for the second program to 12:31­13:00.)

9. Pres s th e E key .

10.Press the C key.

1.8.2 Choosing timer programs for timer reception

Choose timer programs to use in timer reception as follows:

1. Pres s th e PRG key and the 2 key to show the timer reception setting mode.

TIMER RCV : 1-OFF
2-ON 3-RCL 4-STR

2. Pres s th e 2 key to choose ON.

SET REG No. 0-F
PUSH S/T&X& E KEY

3. Use t he S or T key to choose timer program number to activate, and press the X key.

TIMER RCV No.: 4
4

4. Repeat step 3 as necessary to choose other programs.

5. After choosing all programs necessary, press the E key.

The start and stop times of the earliest program are displayed. The TIMER LED (orange) lights
when timer recording is enabled. Note that all keys except the PRG key are locked.

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