Furuno GP170 IMO GPS Navigator
Furuno GP170 IMO GPS Navigator — Product description
Navigating vast oceans or busy coastal waters demands unwavering precision and reliability. The Furuno GP170 steps in as a cornerstone for professional mariners, delivering rock-solid positioning that integrates seamlessly with your vessel's core systems. Whether you're commanding an ocean-going cargo ship, a luxury superyacht, or a high-speed ferry, this IMO-approved GPS navigator ensures every course correction and position update counts—without the glitches that can turn a routine voyage into a headache.
What sets it apart? A cutting-edge GPS chip paired with advanced antenna technology that shrugs off jamming attempts and multipath interference, common culprits in electronically noisy marine environments. Pair it with compatible antennas like the GPA020S or GPA021S, and you unlock even sharper multipath rejection, keeping your fixes pinpoint accurate even in challenging conditions.
Standout Features That Drive Real-World Performance
Built for the bridge, the GP170 isn't just compliant—it's engineered ahead of the curve. Here's how its capabilities translate to tangible advantages on the water:
- SBAS Augmentation for Superior Accuracy: Leverage Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems like WAAS or MSAS to shrink positioning errors from meters to just a few—critical when docking in tight harbors or threading through narrow channels.
- Blazing 10 Hz Update Rate: At 0.1-second intervals, your ship's track stays buttery smooth, enabling autopilots and ECDIS to respond instantly to maneuvers, reducing wear and enhancing safety.
- IMO and IEC Compliance: Meets stringent MSC.114(73) and IEC 61108-4 standards, making it a go-to for SOLAS-mandated vessels on international routes.
- USB Simplicity: Front-panel port lets you swap routes, settings, and data effortlessly—no digging through cables or proprietary software.
- BAM-Ready Alerts: Hooks into Bridge Alert Management for centralized notifications, so your crew stays ahead of issues like signal loss or HDOP spikes.
- LAN Networking: IEC 61162-450 Ethernet port slots it right into your bridge ecosystem, sharing data with radar, AIS, and beyond.
- Smart Route Handling: Plan and manage complex itineraries with up to 100 routes (each holding 1,000 waypoints), complete with ship's track logging for post-voyage analysis.
Versatile Display Modes Tailored to Your Needs
Switch effortlessly between views to match the moment: Plotter for visual charting, Nav Data for at-a-glance stats, Highway for straight-line progress, Course for steering guidance, and Integrity for deep-dive satellite diagnostics. The standout Integrity mode? It paints a live skyplot of visible satellites, signal strengths (SNR), elevation angles, and beacon details—empowering you to verify system health and anticipate any GNSS hiccups before they impact operations.
Technical Specifications at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Receiver | GPS: 12 Channels, SBAS: 2 Channels |
| Accuracy | GPS: ≤10m (2 drms, HDOP <4); WAAS: ≤3m; MSAS: ≤7m |
| Tracking Velocity | 1,000 knots |
| Position Fix Time | 90 seconds (cold start) |
| Update Rate | 1 second standard, 0.1 second max |
| Display | 5.7" Color LCD, 640x480 resolution, 700 cd/m² brightness |
| Display Modes | Plotter, Highway, Course, Data, Integrity |
| Memory Capacity | 1,000 track points; 2,000 waypoints; 100 routes (up to 1,000 WP/route) |
| Interfaces | 2x IEC 61162-1 (I/O), 1x IEC 61162-2 (O), 1x Ethernet (IEC 61162-450), 1x USB |
| Environmental | 12-24 VDC; Dimensions: 9.84" W x 6.29" H x 3.5" D |
Effortless Integration and Bridge Synergy
Drop the GP170 into your setup with minimal fuss. Its multiple serial ports handle NMEA 0183/2000 data exchange with radar, ECDIS, autopilots, and echo sounders. Alerts cover everything from antenna faults to position loss, with integrity statuses (Safe, Unsafe, Caution) giving clear, actionable insights. Simplified menus mean quick access—no steep learning curve for mixed crews.
Complete Package for Immediate Deployment
- GP170 Display Unit
- GPA017S Antenna with 15m Cable
- Power/Data Cord
- Full Documentation Set (Operator's Manual, Installation Guide, Quick Guide)
- Accessories: 3A Fuse, Cable Ties, Screws, LCD Cloth
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Furuno GP170 suitable for IMO-regulated vessels?
It fully complies with IMO MSC.114(73) and IEC 61108-4 standards, ensuring reliability for SOLAS vessels on international voyages with high-precision positioning and robust alerting.
How does the 10 Hz update rate benefit ship tracking?
The 0.1-second refresh delivers smooth, real-time tracking, ideal for high-speed vessels and precise autopilot integration, minimizing lag during dynamic maneuvers.
Can the GP170 handle signal interference at sea?
Yes, its advanced receiver includes anti-jamming and multipath mitigation, enhanced further with GPA020S/GPA021S antennas, for stable fixes in noisy environments.
What display modes does the GP170 offer?
Plotter, Course, Highway, Data, and Integrity modes, with the latter providing detailed skyplots, SNR, and satellite/beacon status for system monitoring.
Is the GP170 easy to integrate with other bridge equipment?
Absolutely—features LAN (IEC 61162-450), multiple NMEA ports, USB for data transfer, and BAM readiness for seamless network and alert management.
What accuracy can I expect from the GP170?
Standard GPS: ≤10m; with WAAS: ≤3m; MSAS: ≤7m (2 drms, HDOP <4), bolstered by SBAS for enhanced precision in supported regions.
How much route planning capacity does it have?
Supports 2,000 waypoints, 100 routes (up to 1,000 waypoints each), and 1,000 track points with comments for comprehensive voyage planning.
Furuno's GP170 is a highly stable and reliable position fixing system for ocean going ships, large yachts, ferries and commercial vessels. It is an ideal position sensor for Radar, AIS, ECDIS, Autopilot, Echo Sounder and other navigation and communications equipment. The designed GPS chip and antenna deliver enhanced stability and precision in position fixing. Noise rejection capabilities are incorporated in the new receiver, delivering anti-jamming function as well as a high level of tolerance towards multi-path mitigation. Tolerance towards multi-path mitigation is further enhanced when the GPA020S or GPA021S antenna unit is utilized.
A variety of display modes are available including Plotter, Course, Highway, Data and Integrity. The Integrity display mode delivers a highly accurate Skyplot presentation of currently viewable satellites, status on GNSS/SBAS signal reception including strength and SNR, and elevation angles of available satellites, as well as detailed information about available beacon stations.
Features:
- Augmentation to enhance precision by utilizing SBAS
- Full compliance with IMO MSC. 114 (73) and IEC 61108-4
- 10 Hz (0.1 second) position update rate making steady own ship tracking possible
- Front panel USB port for export/import of routing data, menu settings and user settings
- BAM (Bridge Alert Management) ready
- LAN interface for efficient network integration into bridge system (IEC 61162-450)
- Simplified menu operation
- Enhanced route planning/management function
Specifications:
- Display Size: 5.7"
- Display Type: Color LCD
- Power Use: 12-24 VDC
- Receiver Type: GPS
Furuno GP170 IMO Color GPS
Model: GP170- Augmentation to enhance precision by utilizing SBAS
- Full compliance with IMO MSC. 114 (73) and IEC 61108-4
- 10 Hz (0.1 second) position update rate making steady own ship tracking possible
- Front panel USB port for export/import of routing data, menu settings and user settings
- BAM (Bridge Alert Management) ready
- LAN interface for efficient network integration into bridge system (IEC 61162-450)
- Simplified menu operation
- Enhanced route planning/management function
Furuno’s GP170 is a highly stable and reliable position fixing system for ocean going ships, large yachts, ferries and commercial vessels. It is an ideal position sensor for Radar, AIS, ECDIS, Autopilot, Echo Sounder and other navigation and communications equipment. Its newly designed GPS chip and antenna deliver enhanced stability and precision in position fixing. Noise rejection capabilities are incorporated in the new receiver, delivering anti-jamming function as well as a high level of tolerance towards multi-path mitigation. Tolerance towards multi-path mitigation is further enhanced when the GPA020S or GPA021S antenna unit is utilized.
A variety of display modes are available including Plotter, Course, Highway, Data and Integrity. The Integrity display mode delivers a highly accurate Skyplot presentation of currently viewable satellites, status on GNSS/SBAS signal reception including strength and SNR, and elevation angles of available satellites, as well as detailed information about available beacon stations.
Specifications| Receiver | |
| Number of Channells | GPS:12Ch SBAS 2 Ch |
| Accuracy | GPS - Not exceeding 10m (2 drms, HDOP <4) WAAS - Not exceeding 3m (2 drms, HDOP <4) MSAS - Not exceeding 7m (2 drms, HDOP <4) |
| Trackign velocity | 1,000 kn |
| Position fixing time | 90 seconds when cold start |
| Position update rate | 1 second standard, 0.1 sec max |
| Display unit | |
| Screen size | 5.7" color LCD |
| reslution | 640 x 480 |
| Brightness | 700 sc/m2 |
| Display modes | Plotter, highway, course, data, integrity |
| Memory | 1,000 points for ship's track with comments up to 20 characters; 2,000 points for waypoints; 100 routes 9 containing upt o 1,000 waypoints per route) |
| Alert | Differential positioning interruption, HDOP overshoot, own ship positioning fail, own ship position lost, BEACON signal lost, Beacon malfunction, antenna short-circuit |
| Notice | Arrival and anchor watch, XTE, Speed, Trip |
| Integrity indication | Safe, Unsafe, Caition |
| Ports | Serial ports: 2 ports (In/Out), 1 port (Out) IEC 61162-1, 1 port (in/Out) IEC 61162-2; Ethernet: 1 port IEC 61162-450; USB 1 port ( front panel) |
| Envirioment | |
| Input Voltage | 12-24vDC |
| Dimensions | 9.84" w x 6.29" H x 3.5" D |
What's in the Box:
- GP170 Display
- GPA017S Antenna
- 15m Antenna cable
- Powercord
- Operators Manual
- Installation Manual
- Operators Guide
- Fuse 3A
- Cable Tie
- Self tapping screw x 4
- LCD Cleanign cloth
"It is an ideal position sensor for Radar, AIS, ECDIS, Autopilot, Echo Sounder and other navigation and communications equipment. The designed GPS chip and antenna deliver enhanced stability and precision in position fixing. Noise rejection capabilities are incorporated in the new receiver, delivering anti-jamming function as well as a high level of tolerance towards multi-path mitigation. Tolerance towards multi-path mitigation is further enhanced when the GPA020S or GPA021S antenna unit is utilized. A variety of display modes are available including Plotter, Course, Highway, Data and Integrity."
SKU: NVN-57504
MPN: GP170
UPC: 611679356789
Technical specifications
| Brand | Furuno |
| Model | Furuno GP170 IMO GPS Navigator |
| SKU / MFR# | 57504 |
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