FAR-15x3 Radar

FAR 1513-BB/FAR 1523-BB are brand new ARPA radars designed for large fishing vessels, workboats and coasters below 500 GT.

These new models gives the navigator a considerable improvement in security and comfort in day to day naviagtion. Furthermore it is less space consuming then ealier models and very easy to install.

● High output power – 12kW (FAR-1513) and 25kW (FAR-1523) X-band (3 cm) transceiver unit 24 or 48 RPM versions

● New colourbased analyze method – ‘Target Analyzer’

● New ‘Fast Target Tracking’ - instant plotting of echoes New ’Automatic Clutter Elimination’ function for supression of unwanted clutter

● Direct AIS connection

● New smart controlunit with Touch Pad

● Same graphical display and userinterface as FURUNO’s legendary FAR-2xx7

● Ethernet connection between to sets of FAR-15x3 systems and ECDIS

● Free choice of monitor

FAR-15x3 includes a number of features that are not IMO approved. FAR-15x3's twin - FAR-15x8 - has the necessary approvals for Cat 2 and Cat 3. Read more about FAR-15x8 here

Features

Target Analyzer™

The Target Analyzer™ function displays moving targets, stationary targets, rain, sea surface and targets closing in on your vessel in different colors. Spot hazardous targets directly, simply by their color. Target Analyzer™ can improve situational awareness, hence increasing safety at sea.

Fast Target Tracking™ (TT)

It only takes a few seconds after a target has been selected, that a speed and course vector is displayed. With accurate tracking information, estimation of other vessel's course and speed is made easier.

Automatic Clutter Elimination (ACE) for unprecedented echo clarity

Quickly adjust the radar image with the push of a single button press. When the ACE function is activated, the system automatically adjusts clutter reduction filters and gain control according to the sea and weather conditions selected by the user (calm/rough sea/hard rain).

Customize the display according to your needs

FAR-1513-BB offers impressive customizability and freedom when it comes to display. Choose how you want echoes to be displayed so that you can maximize visibility and efficiency.

User Interface

Easy to operate control unit

Simple and efficient operation is made possible with individual knobs for setting gain/rain/sea clutter suppression, as well as a RotoKey and touch panel. The optional trackball unit, as well as a regular USB mouse, can also be used.

Customizable data display for efficient and simple operation

Data display
Whether it be a close up of approaching targets or target information, you can customize the display freely to show the information you need at hand. Up to four TT targets can be displayed as well as two AIS targets, complete with information.

Close up display (Zoom function)
You can view a close up of a point of interest, enlarged two or three times. Enlarge incoming targets for increased situational awareness. Echo trails can also be displayed in order to further enhance situational awareness in busy shipping lanes.

Other Features

Display Radar overlay on your connected GPS Chart Plotter
AIS connectivity built-in
Connect a required AIS transponder to overlay AIS targets on the radar display. Up to 40 different targets can be tracked simultaneously.
High visibility MU-190 and MU-150HD Marine Display
19" LCD MU-190 and 15" LCD MU-150HD are available as optional supply to fit the needs of your unique vessel. A high brightness display ensures great visibility in the most difficult of conditions.
Scalable Ethernet Network System
The 100 Base-TX Ethernet is utilized to network two radar systems together without the need for extra devices. For convenience, you can control both radars from any of the connected displays.