Product Description
The Furuno DST-810 is an active bronze thru-hull transducer operating at 235 kHz, ideal for measuring depth, speed, and temperature. It offers a 5 Hz speed output for smoother speed reporting and quicker data, enabling better decision-making. With an integrated attitude sensor, it benefits both sailing and power boats by providing heel and trim information. The advanced speed calibration feature allows manual speed entries for multiple heel angles and up to 10 speeds, a function previously only available through costly PC software. This transducer stores configurations and delivers data to the NMEA 2000® network. It can provide depth, heel-corrected speed, heel and trim, and water temperature from a single multisensor. It's a popular choice for shallow water performance. Specifications include a urethane acoustic window, hull deadrise up to 22°, depth update rate of 1X/second, speed update rate of 5X/second, attitude accuracy of +/— 1° after calibration, depth frequency of 235 kHz, minimum depth range of 0.5 m (1.6'), maximum depth range up to 100 m (330') on NMEA 2000®, speed range up to 45 knots, pressure rating of 3 m (10'), pulse rate of 20,000 p/nm* (5.6 Hz per knot), supply voltage from 9 VDC to 16 VDC, supply current less than 200 mA, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) wireless protocol, wireless range up to 30 feet, standard cable length of 6 m (20') DeviceNet - NMEA 2000®, temperature sensor accuracy of +/-0.5°C (+/-1.8°F), temperature sensor range from -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F), and an NMEA 2000 Load Equivalency Number (LEN) of 3. The box includes a DST-810 insert and a bronze housing.
Using the Furuno DST810PSF transducer is quite straightforward. First, make sure to install it correctly on your boat according to the instructions. The standard cable length should be sufficient for most installations. Connect it to the NMEA 2000 network on your boat, and it will start sending data about depth, speed, and temperature. When it comes to speed calibration, you can manually enter speeds for different heel angles and up to 10 speeds to get more accurate readings. Just keep in mind that the attitude sensor needs to be calibrated for better accuracy. As for the temperature sensor, it works well in the range of -10°C to 40°C. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures outside this range. For maintenance, check the acoustic window regularly. It's made of urethane, so keep it clean from dirt and debris. Also, make sure the cable connections are secure to prevent any data loss. When not in use, store it in a dry place. This will help keep the transducer in good condition and ensure reliable performance.
