The Furuno 200WX Weather Station is a compact ultrasonic instrument designed for mariners who need real‑time wind data, environmental readings, and GPS‑based navigation in a single, integrated package.
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Ultrasonic wind sensing: Real‑time apparent and theoretical wind speed and direction for accurate wind assessment at sea.
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Environmental data: Barometric pressure; air and wind chill temperature; relative humidity (field serviceable option); calculated dew point and heat index.
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GPS navigation data: GPS position, speed over ground, and course over ground to support tracking and routing.
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Three‑axis compass: Solid‑state compass with dynamic stabilization for reliable orientation readings while the vessel moves.
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Attitude and motion sensors: Three‑axis accelerometer delivering pitch and roll information for vessel attitude awareness.
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Rate gyro: Three‑axis rate gyro provides rate‑of‑turn data for smooth maneuver tracking.
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Durability: IPX6‑rated housing for robust water ingress protection in harsh marine environments.
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Data communication: NMEA 0183/ASCII serial data over RS‑232; NMEA 2000 protocol over CAN for flexible integration with onboard displays and instrumentation.
The Furuno 200WX consolidates wind, weather, and navigation insights into one instrument, enabling precise route planning, condition monitoring, and data‑driven decision‑making at sea. Its ultrasonic wind sensing delivers timely wind measurements, while environmental readings support accurate weather interpretation. GPS position, speed over ground, and course over ground enhance tracking and routing, and the trio of orientation sensors—compass, accelerometer, and rate gyro—deliver reliable attitude and turn data in challenging conditions. With IPX6 protection and flexible RS‑232 and CAN/NMEA 2000 outputs, it integrates smoothly with onboard displays and instrumentation.
