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The Furuno FCV585 is a follow-on and updated version of the well-respected Furuno 582L dual-frequency color sounder. This fish finder is one of the few pieces of marine electronics on the market today that still uses a rotary knob for control of certain functions.

Fine-tuning the gain control remains a critical element in getting the most out of any top-quality fish finder and having a rotary knob for easy and instant adjustment is, in our opinion, essential. All we can say is thank you Furuno for keeping a rotary gain control knob.

According to Furuno Communications Manager, Jeff Kauzlaric, “If a customer wanted to use one of the transducers that were intended for the larger Furuno FCV1100 that does not have a 10 pin connector they would need to add the MB1100 matching box. The MB1100 takes the combined, dual frequency output from the sounder and splits it so that each frequency is on its own pair of wires.”

The Furuno FCV585 is fitted with a color LCD screen measuring nearly 7-inches high and full 5-inches wide; on the diagonal we measured it at 8.4 inches. It features a portrait layout and carries a resolution of 640 pixels vertically and 480 on the horizontal.

With its nearly 7-inch screen height this Furuno sounder has a large pixel count displaying the water depth. As a matter of fact, in height it is the screen equivalent of most landscape layout 12-inch screens.

The left portion of this Furuno FCV585 screen shot shows the low frequency output, the middle section the high frequency, and the right side is the A-scope column.

If the Furuno FCV585 is interfaced with a GPS unit the mark button will save a waypoint when it is pressed. We did not test this feature. Next down is the Function key, with it you have one-button access to one of eight user selectable functions.

The Furuno FCV585 has all the capabilities you’d expect to find in the fish finder of this caliber. Combine that with outstanding performance and the big screen and you’ve got one of the best recreational sounders on the market today. Make sure when you order this unit you add a transducer appropriate for your boat and usage.

The Furuno FCV587 is the second follow-on fully updated version of the venerable Furuno 582L dual-frequency color sounder to be released by Furuno. This new release fishfinder keeps all the best features of its older siblings while adding more to the mix.

Fine-tuning gain as needed for the specific situation remains an important function in a top-quality fish finder. This unit retains the rotary knob control of its predecessors which allows for easy instant gain adjustment. This is in my opinion one of several features that sets this unit apart from so many others. Thanks Furuno for keeping a rotary gain control knob.

Several transducer options are available for the Furuno FCV587. They run the gamut from a 600-watt plastic transom-mount with built-in water temperature sensing to a 1000-watt bronze thru-hull with water temperature and speed sensors. I used an Airmar TM260 to test the 587. I set things up by selecting the proper transducer from a list provided on the display menu.

The Furuno FCV587 is fitted with a color LCD screen that measures nearly 7-inches high and full 5-inches wide; on the diagonal I measured it at 8.4-inches. It uses a portrait layout and carries a resolution of 640 pixels vertically and 480 pixels on the horizontal plane.

My review of the Furuno FCV587 took place on a bright sunny day with the unit flush mounted in the boat’s center console panel. There is no T-Top to provide shade or cover.

If you Furuno FCV587 installation is interfaced with a GPS unit using the NMEA0183 protocol pressing the mark button will save a waypoint. I did not test this feature. The Function gives you fast and easy access to one of eight user selectable functions.

Two new feature appear in the Furuno FCV587, Accu-Fish and bottom discrimination. When the unit is coupled to a compatible transducer the Accu-Fish function will display fish symbols with accompanying information. Four symbol styles are available with a couple offering differentiation between fish sizes. You can also choose to display water depth or fish size numerically beside the fish symbols.

The Furuno FCV587 has boatloads of features and when coupled to the right transducer is a fishfinder of the finest caliber. It has a big screen, a rotary gain knob, and lots of other performance related features that will appeal to the discriminating angler. It continues the Furuno tradition of creating and selling some of the best recreational and commercial sounders on the market today. Make sure when you order this unit you add a transducer appropriate for your boat and usage.

Immediately turn off the power at the switchboard if water leaks into the equipment. Continued use of the equipment can cause fire or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO agent for service. Do not disassemble or modify the equipment. Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can result.

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