Installation Manual

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Follow the instructions in this installation guide to gimbal mount the control head.
We encourage you to read this guide before starting the installation, so you may
understand the installation requirements.
S
upplies: In addition to the hardware supplied with your control head, you will
need a 3 Amp fuse, powered hand drill and various drill bits, Phillips head
screwdriver, pencil, safety glasses and dust mask, marine-grade silicone sealant,
d
ielectric grease (optional), extension cables (optional), Ethernet cables (optional),
and accessory cables (optional). Also, see Connect the Control Head to Power
to determine the type of connection and equipment you will need for the
i
nstallation.
Accessories and Ethernet: Accessories and Ethernet equipment are available for
purchase at humminbird.com. The installation guides are available with the
product, or they can be downloaded from our Web site.
HELIX GPS: The transducer installation instructions in this guide do not apply to
the chartplotter model.
1. Plan the Mounting Location
1. Install the gimbal knobs into each side of the control head. Tighten the knobs
j
ust enough so you can slide the control head into the gimbal bracket arms.
2
. Place the assembled control head in various locations to determine the best
mounting location with the following requirements:
•
a stable, protected surface to protect the control head from excessive wave
shock, vibration, and water
• sufficient space for the control head tilt range
• visibility during operation, as well as easy installation and removal
• access above and below the mounting surface to pass the cables
through to the control head
• space for the 1" (25 mm) cable hole, under the bracket or 2" to 4" (50
to 100 mm) behind the chosen mounting location
3. Test route all cables (transducer, power, accessory, Ethernet) to the control
head mounting location.
4. After you have selected the mounting location, loosen the gimbal knobs and
remove the control head from the gimbal bracket.
2. Install the Gimbal Bracket
1. Place the gimbal bracket in the chosen position on the mounting surface. Mark
the four mounting screw locations using a pencil or center punch.
2. Set the gimbal bracket aside and drill the four mounting screw holes using a
9/64" (3.5 mm) drill bit.
3. To run the cables through a hole under the bracket, mark and drill a 1"
(25 mm) hole, centered between the four mounting holes. Press the grommet
into place on the hole. Proceed to Connect the Control Head to Power. You
will complete the bracket installation (steps 4 and 5) after you route the cables
to the control head.
gimbal knob
bracket arm
Planning for the Cable Hole
behind the bracket (shown) or under the bracket
Planning for the Tilt Range
To run the cables through a hole close to the bracket, mark and drill a 1"
(25 mm) hole 2" to 4" (50 to 100 mm) near the bracket. Press the grommet
i
nto place on the hole.
4. Place the mounting bracket on the mounting surface aligned with the drilled
holes, and fill the mounting holes with marine-grade silicone sealant. Insert the
f
our #8 x 1.25" (32 mm) screws into the mounting holes. Hand-tighten only!
5. Slide the control head into the bracket. Adjust the control head viewing angle
as needed, and tighten the gimbal knobs until the assembly is secured.
Hand-tighten only!
3
. Connect the Control Head to Power
I
t is important to review the following information before you start the power
installation:
• Cable Length: A 6' (2 m) long power cable is included. You may shorten or
lengthen the cable using multi-stranded copper wire. See the Recommended
Power Cable Extension Information table for details.
• Power Supply: The control head must be connected to a 12 VDC power
supply using a 3 Amp fuse.
• Fuse Panel or Battery: The control head power cable can be connected to
t
he electrical system of the boat at the fuse panel (usually located near the
console), or directly to the battery. In order to minimize the potential for
interference with other marine electronics, a separate power source (such
as a second battery) may be necessary.
1. Confirm that the power cable is disconnected from the control head.
2. Connect the power cable wires to the fuse panel or battery as follows:
Fuse Terminal Connection: Use crimp-on type electrical connectors (not
included) that match the terminal on the fuse panel. Attach the black wire to
ground (–), and the red wire to positive (+) 12 VDC power. Install a 3 Amp fuse
(not included).
Battery Connection: Install an inline fuse holder (not included) and a 3 Amp
fuse (not included). Attach the black wire to ground (–), and the red wire to
positive (+) 12 VDC power.
Recommended Power Cable Extension Information
Extension Length Wire Gauge
1 to 6 ft 18 AWG
6 to 12 ft 14 AWG
12 to 24 ft 12 AWG
P
lease consult a U.S. Coast Guard ABYC-approved wire gauge
d
iagram or a certified NMEA Marine Electronics Installer.
bracket hole(s)
under the bracket cable route
screw(s)
back
f
ront
W
ARNING! Some boats have 24 or 36 Volt electric systems, but the
control head MUST be connected to a 12 VDC power supply.
WARNING! Make sure that the power cable is disconnected from
the control head at the beginning of this procedure.
WARNING! Humminbird® is not responsible for over-voltage or over-
current failures. The control head must have adequate protection
through the proper selection and installation of a 3 Amp fuse.
GROUNDGROUND
POSITIVEPOSITIVE
inline fuse holder
NOTE: For multi-control head installations and troubleshooting information,
download the Power Troubleshooting Guide from our Web site at humminbird.com.
Also, see the Operations Summary Guide to set the Low Battery Alarm and use
Standby Mode to conserve power.
4. Route and Connect the Cables
1. Sonar Models: Connect the transducer cable to the transducer port on the
control head. The ports are labeled and the connectors are keyed to prevent
incorrect installation, so do not force the connector into the wrong port.
NOTE: See your transducer installation guide for details on routing the transducer
cable.
Optional: If you are installing the Speed Sensor accessory, you will need the
Sonar/Speed Y-Cable (separate purchase required). Connect the transducer
cable connector and the speed sensor cable connector to the corresponding
connectors on the Y-Cable.
2. Accessories (optional): Install optional accessories using the guides
p
rovided with them.
3. Ethernet Models (optional): Install Ethernet cables and hardware using
the Ethernet Installation Guide.
4. Route all cables (power, transducer, accessories, Ethernet) to the control
head. Your boat may have a pre-existing wiring channel or conduit that you
can follow. Route the cables as far as practical from the antenna cable of
VHF radios or tachometer cables to reduce the possibility of interference.
CAUTION! Do NOT mount the cables where the connectors could be submerged
in water or flooded. If cables are installed in a splash-prone area, it may be helpful
to apply dielectric grease to the inside of the connectors to prevent corrosion.
Dielectric grease can be purchased separately from a general hardware or
automotive store.
5. Pass the cables through the cable hole.
If you routed the cables through a hole under the bracket, finish the
bracket and control head installation. See Install the Gimbal Bracket, step
4 and step 5.
6. Insert the cable connectors into the correct ports on the control head. Refer
to the illustration that matches the number of ports on your control head.
7. Confirm there is enough cable slack to allow for the control head to pivot
through its full tilt range and for connecting or disconnecting the cables.
NOTE: If there is excess cable that needs to be gathered at one location, dress
the cable routed from both directions so that a single loop is left extending from the
storage location. Doubling the cable up from this point, form the cable into a coil.
Storing excess cable using this method can reduce electronic interference.
Optional: Use a Y-Cable
to connect Transducer and
Speed Sensor Accessory
Transducer
COM
(communications)
Power
Control Head with 3 Ports
Power
COM
(communications)
Transducer
Optional:
Use a Y-Cable
to connect Transducer and
Speed Sensor Accessory
Control Head with 4 Ports (includes Ethernet)
Ethernet
Routing Cables to the Control Head
grommet
Storing Excess Cable
5
. Test the System Installation
1. Press the POWER key to turn on the control head.
2. While the Title screen is shown on the display, press the MENU key.
3. Press the DOWN Cursor key to choose System Status, and press the RIGHT
Cursor key to select it.
NOTE: If you wait too long to select a start-up option, the system will start the
mode that is already highlighted, and you will have to start again.
4
. Accessories: Press the VIEW key. Review the Accessory Test View to confirm
accessories are listed as connected.
• If a connected accessory is shown as unconnected, confirm the cable
connections.
• The speed will be detected only if the temp/speed paddlewheel (optional)
has moved since the control head has been powered on.
5. GPS Models: Press the VIEW key. Review the GPS Diagnostic View and
confirm that a latitude/longitude position is displayed and the Fix type is
listed as Enhanced or 3D.
6. Power Off: Press and hold the POWER key to power off the unit.
7. HELIX GPS: Your chartplotter is ready for on-the-water operation. Press the
POWER key. When the Title screen is displayed, press the MENU key. Select
Normal from the Start-up options menu.
Sonar Models: Test and finalize the transducer installation using the
instructions in the transducer installation guide. When the transducer test and
i
nstallation are completed, your control head is ready for on-the-water
operation. When you power on the control head, it will start Normal mode
a
utomatically if a functioning transducer is detected.
NOTE: For operations information, see the Operations Summary Guide included
with your control head and the control head operations manual (available for
download at humminbird.com).
I
mportant Notices
WARNING! Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be
performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the serial number
or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized
individuals will void the warranty.
WARNING! This device should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent
collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. When the boat is moving,
water depth may change too quickly to allow time for you to react. Always operate
the boat at very slow speeds if you suspect shallow water or submerged objects.
WARNING! Do not travel at high speeds with the unit cover installed. Remove
the unit cover before traveling at speeds above 20 mph.
FCC NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
u
ndesired operation.
CAUTION! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. to be a responsible corporate citizen, operating
in compliance with known and applicable environmental regulations, and a good neighbor
in the communities where we make or sell our products.
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consumer electronics to take responsibility for the management of waste from their
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(
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uropean Union member states, these vehicles are considered outside of the scope of the
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d
ealer or distributor from which your product was purchased.
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CONTACT HUMMINBIRD
Contact Humminbird Customer Service in any of the following ways:
Web site:
humminbird.com
E-mail:
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Telephone:
1-800-633-1468
Direct Shipping:
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Service Department
678 Humminbird Lane
Eufaula, AL 36027 USA
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Central Standard Time)
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