1 general information, 1 introduction – Furuno FM-4000 User Manual
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FM-4000
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The FURUNO FM-4000 is a Marine VHF Radiotelphone designed for use in
the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The FM-4000 can be pow-
ered with 11 to 16 VDC power and has a switchable RF output power of 1 Watt
or 25 Watts.
The FM-4000 operates on all currently allocated marine channels. Channels
are switchable for use with USA, International, or Canadian regulations. Emer-
gency CH16 can be immediately selected by pressing the red [16/9] key. NOAA
weather channels can also be accessed immediately by pressing the [WX]
key.
The FM-4000 incorporates DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D facilities
which comply with ITU-R M.493-11 (DSC Class D). Class D operation pro-
vides continuous watch on DSC CH70 even if the radio is receiving a call.
Two Remote MICs (CMP30, remote-control speaker/microphone with display)
are available.
The main features are
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Commercial grade ITU class D DSC transceiver
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Superior receiver performance (80 dB rejection)
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30W LoudHailer complete with listen-back and four fog horns, bells, and
whistle
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2.2-inch internal speaker produces clear, loud audio
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2.58” x 1.28” dot matrix display
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Alphanumeric keypad allows direct entry of channel numbers or selection
of most used functions
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NAV mode displays latitude/longitude, position, time, SOG, COG
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Oversized rotary selector, volume and squelch knobs
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Programmable scan, selectable priority scan, and dual watch
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One-button access to CH16 and CH9
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Treble and bass audio tone control
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Two inputs for optional Remote MIC
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Optional voice scrambler
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Multi-station intercom
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High and low voltage warnings
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