DEVICE: ECHOSOUNDER
BRAND: JMC
TYPE: F-1000
JMC F-1000 Navigation Echosounder
Overview
The JMC F-1000 is a compact, IMO-compliant navigation echosounder engineered for precision, durability, and operational reliability. With MED and SOLAS certifications, this robust depth measurement unit is ideal for a range of vessels—from commercial ships and workboats to pleasure crafts and offshore platforms.
Key Features
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Bright, Daylight-Readable Display
Features a 5.7″ LED-backlit LCD (QVGA 320×240) for clear visibility even in strong sunlight. -
Automatic Bottom Tracking
Intelligently adjusts depth range, receiver gain, and TVG settings to follow seabed contours. Manual override is also available. -
Extended Data Storage
Stores up to 12 hours of bottom depth data in non-volatile memory, time- and date-stamped, with GPS positioning (when connected via NMEA). A live echogram is also recorded for 10 minutes. -
Voyage Logging & Data Review
Data can be retrieved via RS-422 connection for post-voyage analysis or logkeeping. -
Robust Marine Certification
Type-approved to IMO Resolution MSC.74(69), and carries MED (wheel-mark) certification along with Russian Register approval. -
User Protection Features
Equipped with acknowledgement-capable navigational and failure alarms, plus password protection to prevent unauthorized settings changes.
Technical Specifications (Summary)
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50 kHz or 200 kHz (user-specified) |
| Depth Range | 5 to 1000 m (auto/manual selection) |
| Display | 5.7″ LED LCD (QVGA, daylight-readable) |
| Transmit Power | ~600 W RMS, automatic range optimization |
| Data Storage | 12-hour history + 10-min echogram |
| Interfaces | 2 × RS-422; 1 × NMEA-0183/RS-232C I/O port |
| Power Input | 11–40 V DC (~12 W) |
| Dimensions & Weight | Approx. 284 × 218 × 102 mm; ~1.2 kg (with bracket) |
| Protection & Compliance | IEC 60945 IPX-4; Compass safe distances: 1.0 m / 0.55 m |
Applications
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Excellent for navigation and depth monitoring on commercial vessels, offshore platforms, and pleasure craft.
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Dual-frequency option (50/200 kHz) offers flexibility across shallow to deep-water environments.
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Excellent value proposition as a cost-effective, fully compliant navigation echo sounder.
