The Furuno PG500R uses electromagnetic compass technology to deliver accurate, stable heading data in a compact, waterproof housing built to handle marine conditions. It outputs compass data in NMEA0183 and Furuno AD10 formats, making it compatible with a wide range of onboard systems including radar, autopilots, video plotters, and scanning sonars. The design minimizes maintenance demands while keeping installation straightforward.

Specifications:

• Heading accuracy and stability: ±1.0°
• Automatic compensation for deviation and heeling error (requires proper GPS input)
• Outputs compass data in NMEA0183 and Furuno AD10 formats
• Compatible with ARP10 and ARP11 auto-plotters
• Compact, waterproof housing for straightforward installation
• Power input: 12, 24, or 32 VDC
• Suitable applications: true radar echo trail, true motion, autopilots, video plotters, scanning sonars

Note: This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact Furuno directly with any issues or concerns.

Resources:

• Owner's Manual (PDF)
• Quick Start Guide (PDF)
• Product Brochure (PDF)