Furuno FAX-408 - Manual (Page 8)

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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 Receiv-
er. 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 envi-
ronment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless properly installed and
maintained. Please carefully read and follow the operation, installation and maintenance proce-
dures set forth in this manual.
We would appreciate feedback from you, the end-user, about whether we are achieving our pur-
poses.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO.
Features
The FAX-408 uses an Individual scanning recording thermal head to produce high quality facsim-
ile 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.