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FOREWORD
A Word to the Owner of FAR-22x8/23x8 Series Marine Radar
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO FAR-22x8/FAR-23x8 series of radars. We are
confident you will see 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.
Your radar is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment.
However, no machine can perform its intended function unless installed, operated and maintained
properly. Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for operation and main-
tenance.We would appreciate hearing from you, the end-user, about whether we are achieving
our purposes.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.
Features
• The FAR-2xx8 series consists of the following models and configurations:
Magnetron radar
Solid state radar
*: Viewing distances are as follows: MU-190/MU-270W: 1020 mm; MU-231: 1200 mm.
• Two methods of operation are available: the standard supply control unit (RCU-014) and the
optional trackball unit (RCU-015/RCU-016). The ergonomically designed palm rest on the track-
ball unit makes it easy to use.
• Simple operation with “point-and-click” menu functionality.
• All functions can be accessed using only the trackball unit, however, RCU-016 trackball units
do not have a power button.
Model
Frequency
band
Size of
monitor unit*
Output
power
Transceiver
location
FAR-2218
X-band
19.0”
12 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2218-BB
Local supply
12 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2318
23.1”/27”
12 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2228
19.0”
25 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2228-BB
Local supply
25 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2328
23.1”/27”
25 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2328W
23.1”/27”
25 kW
Transceiver unit
FAR-2238S
S-band
19.0”
30 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2238S-BB
Local supply
30 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2338S
23.1”/27”
30 kW
Antenna unit
FAR-2338SW
23.1”/27”
30 kW
Transceiver unit
Model
Frequency
band
Size of
monitor unit*
Output
power
Transceiver
location
FAR-2238S-NXT
S-band
19.0”
250 W
Antenna unit
FAR-2338S-NXT
23.1”/27”
250 W
Antenna unit
FAR-2238S-NXT-BB
Local supply
250 W
Antenna unit
Summary of Contents for FAR-2218
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