PRE OWNED FURUNO FA - 100 FURUNO FA-100 MARINE AIS

PRODUCT DATA SHEET: FURUNO FA-100 CLASS-A AIS (USED/REFURBISHED)

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The Furuno FA-100 is an IMO-compliant Class-A Universal Automatic Identification System (AIS) designed for commercial ships and large vessels. Known for its rugged "black box" transponder and high-contrast monochrome LCD, it provides critical real-time data exchange to enhance navigation safety and collision avoidance. As a used unit, the FA-100 is an excellent, cost-effective solution for vessels needing a reliable replacement or a sturdy backup for their bridge electronics.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model: Furuno FA-100

Classification: Class-A Universal AIS (SOLAS Compliant)

Frequency Range: 156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz

Output Power: 12.5 W or 2 W (Automatic/Manual selection)

Reporting Capacity: 2,000 reports per minute (up to 4,500 on dual channels)

Internal GPS: 12-channel parallel receiver (UTC sync & backup position)

Display: 4.2" High-contrast Scrolled Monochrome LCD

I/O Ports: 6 Serial ports (NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1/2) for Radar/ECDIS

Power Supply: 24 VDC (Accepts 18-35 VDC)

Standards: IMO MSC.74(69), ITU-R M.1371, IEC 61993-2

KEY FEATURES & APPLICATIONS

Collision Avoidance: Tracks AIS targets even when they are hidden behind islands, large ships, or in heavy rain where traditional Radar might struggle.

Comprehensive Data Tracking: Automatically broadcasts and receives Static Data (MMSI, Call Sign), Dynamic Data (Position, SOG, COG), and Voyage Data (Draft, Destination).

Radar & ECDIS Integration: Fully compatible with legacy Furuno Radars (e.g., FR-21x5, FAR-28x5) and modern ECDIS systems to overlay AIS targets on the main navigation screen.

Safety Messaging: Supports the transmission and reception of short safety-related text messages for quick communication with other ships or VTS centers.

Built-in Redundancy: The internal GPS provides position, COG, and SOG data as a secondary backup if the vessel's primary GPS fails.

Long-Range AIS Capability: Ready for long-range reporting via Inmarsat-C or other satellite communication systems.

TYPICAL CONDITION (USED/REFURBISHED)

Component Set: Usually includes the Transponder Unit, Display Unit, and GPS Antenna (GPA-017S or GVA-100).

Refurbishment Notes: Used units are typically tested for transmitter power output, receiver sensitivity, and LCD backlight brightness.

MMSI Reset: Note that as a Class-A unit, clearing the previous vessel's MMSI may require a technician-level password or factory reset.

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