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FCV-288 Sounder by Dave James

FURUNO FCV-288 Sounder

Electronic Navigations Ltd - December 20, 2023

Cost effective commercial echosounder

The FCV-288 is a cost effective sounder, well suited for Inshore Commercial Fishing vessels. 

The FCV-288 architecture is based on the FCV-295. The sounder includes a 10.4” screen, and 1/2/3 kW output power in 50 and/or 200 kHz frequency. 

Similar level of fish detection performance as the FCV-295 is achieved with the lower price point, however functionality and specifications are limited compared with FCV-295. 

If you are looking for a sounder with excellent fish detection, but don't need all the "bells & whistles" then FCV-288 may be a great sounder for you. 

FEATURES

This 50-200 kHz bi-frequency sounder has an transmission power of 1 to 3 kW.

The automatic mode automatically adjusts the system to provide the best display possible, in shallow to deep waters.

The white line feature distinguishes bottom fish from bottom echo. The gain adjusts the sensitivity across the screen. Different alarms alert you if fish, dangerous situations, etc. are present. The echo position can be exported to a navigation chartplotter.

Please note: 

(1) The compatible frequencies are 50 kHz and 200 kHz only

(2) Display color setting is set to “64” colors only, instead of selectable 8/16/64 colors.

(3) Due to no bonded LCD or no AR coating/film on the LCD, there will be limitations of visibility under direct sunlight and of durability under super-humid environment.

(4) Mounting method is “bracket mount” only.

(5) The default waterproof level is lower than the FCV-295. To improve the level, local protection is necessary.

(7) No CE marking is available.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

  • Brightness : 300 cd/m2
  • Frequency : 50/200 kHz
  • NMEA0183 : 1
  • Power : 1k-3k W
  • Power input : 12/24 V
  • Resolution : 640x480 Pixels
  • Screen size : 10.4 "
  • Waterproof : 22 IP (not waterproof, must be installed inside wheelhouse)

TRANSDUCERS

Suggested transducer pairing options: 

  • 50-200-1T Dual Frequency 50 & 200kHz 1kW rubber transducer 
  • 200B-8B  200kHz 2kW rubber transducer
  • 50BL-12HR 50BL-12HR 50kHz 2kw  rubber transducer
  • 50BL-24HR 50kHz 3kW rubber transducer
  • T-04MTB Transom Temperature Sensor
  • T-04MSB Bronze Temperature Sensor
  • T-03MSB Bronze Through Hull  (Removable) Temperature Sensor

Brochure, Manual & Specifications can be downloaded via the links below.