Turn off the power at the mains
switchboard before beginning the
installation.
Post a sign near the switch to indicate
it should not be turned on while the
equipment is being installed.
Fire or electrical shock can result if the
power is left on or is applied while the
equipment is being installed.
Safety Information for the Operator
CAUTION
Confirm that the power supply voltage
is compatible with the voltage rating
of the equipment.
Connection to the wrong power supply
can cause fire or equipment damage.
Use the supplied power cable.
Use of a wrong power cable can cause
fire or equipment damage.
Maintain the compass safe distance.
Standard compass
0.5 m
Steering compass
0.4 m
WARNING
Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment.
Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can
result.
Turn off the power immediately if water
leaks into the equipment or the
equipment is emitting smoke or fire.
Continued use of the equipment can cause
fire or electrical shock.
Do not place liquid-filled containers on
the top of the equipment.
Fire or electrical shock can result if a liquid
spills into the equipment.
CAUTION
Turns off the autopilot before selecting
output data format.
The autopilot may turn the rudder suddenly.
Turns off the autopilot before aligning
heading.
The autopilot may turn the rudder suddenly.
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FOREWORD
A Word to PG-1000 Owners
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO PG-1000 Integrated Heading Sensor. We are
confident you will see why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with quality and
reliability.
For over 50 years Furuno Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for innovative
and dependable marine electronics equipment. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our
extensive global network of sales and service.
Your heading sensor is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine
environment. However , no machine can perform its intended function unless operated and maintained properly. Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for installation,
operation and maintenance.
We would appreciate hearing from you about whether we are achieving our purposes.
Thank you for choosing FURUNO equipment.
Features
• The PG-1000 uses a flaxgate magnetic sensor in conjunctions with solid-state angular rate
sensor to find heading.
• Automatic correction of magnetic variation
• Can convert magnetic heading to true heading (requires Furuno GPS Navigator).
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