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Furuno ECDIS preparation is divided into FMD 3x00 v3.1 and v4.0 collections with individual topics. Check the collection name before starting, as questions for different equipment versions may differ.

“Furuno ECDIS — FMD 3x00 v4.0 — Update” contains 7 questions across 1 collection.

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How are the vector charts in the Furuno FMD ECDIS normally updated when using the ENC Update disc?

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  • The vector charts are normally updated with the Auto Import function.✓ Correct answer
  • The vector charts are normally updated by creating a Manual Update from the information on the disc.
  • The vector charts are normally updated with a User Chart.
  • The vector charts are normally updated by importing the update information included in the Chart Details function in the Chart Catalogue.
Where can you update the ENCs in the FURUNO FMD ECDIS?

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  • In Manage Charts (Individual Update).✓ Correct answer
  • In the Update function of the Chart Display.
  • In the Update function of the System Settings.
  • In the Update function of the Chart Legend.
How are regular T&P updates normally applied to the ECDIS?

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  • T&Ps must always be created as Manual Updates.
  • The regular T&P updates are normally applied to the ECDIS by creating a Manual Update containing the T&P information via the Manual function in the Load & Update function of the Chart Menu.
  • Generally the T&P updates are included in the official chart update disc and these T&P updates are applied automatically when the standard updates on the disc are applied to the ECDIS.✓ Correct answer
  • The T&P updates cannot be applied to the ECDIS.
What is the recommended loading sequence when you receive new charts � new updates and/or new permits?

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  • There is no recommended loading sequence.
  • #1: Base disc(s) #2: Update disc #3: Permit.
  • #1: Permit #2: Update disc #3: Base disc(s).
  • #1: Permit #2: Base disc(s) #3: Update disc.✓ Correct answer
How are the raster charts in the Furuno FMD ECDIS normally updated when using the RNC Update disc?

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  • The raster charts are normally updated with the Auto Import function.✓ Correct answer
  • The raster chart updates are normally applied by creating a Manual Update from the information on the disc.
  • It is not possible to update the raster charts using an RNC update disc.
  • The raster chart updates are normally applied to the ECDIS by using the Chart Details function in the Chart Catalogue.

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