FURUNO PG-500/C-500 Integrated/Fluxgate Heading Sensor Operator's Manual

Operator manual for the FURUNO PG-500 and C-500 heading sensors, covering installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and specifications.


FURUNO PG-500/C-500 Integrated/Fluxgate Heading Sensor Operator's Manual - cover page
Brand
Furuno
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
28
File format
PDF
File size
2.4 MB
Published
19 October, 2026
Updated
19 October, 2026
MD5 checksum
C824E92E170A2D03326F26928CE4C4F1

About this manual

This document serves as the operator's manual for the FURUNO PG-500 Integrated Heading Sensor and the C-500 Fluxgate Heading Sensor. It provides instructions on system configuration, equipment lists, and operational procedures including controls, power management, automatic distortion compensation, and damping control settings.

What's inside

  • System Configuration
  • Equipment List
  • Controls and Indications
  • Turning the Power On/Off
  • Automatic Distortion Compensation
  • Damping Control
  • Mounting
  • Connections
  • Troubleshooting
  • Specifications

Specifications

Heading Accuracy (horizontal)1.0°rms
Heading Accuracy (within 30°)1.5°rms
Follow-up rate-of turn30°/s
Ambient Temperature range-15°C to +55°C
Relative Humidity95% at 40°C
Waterproof ratingIP5 (IEC 60529)

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended damping setting when connecting with NAVpilot-500?

For PG-500, use damping 1; for C-500, use damping 2.

How long does the PG-500 take to calculate the rate sensor offset?

It takes about two minutes.

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