B&G ZEUS S Assembly instructions

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ZEUS®S
BASIC OPERATION GUIDE
ENGLISH

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Internet usage
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More information
Document version: 001
This document was prepared using software version 1.4.X
Features described and illustrated in this guide may vary from your unit due to continuous development of the software.
For the latest version of this document in supported languages, and other related documentation, visit
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4About
4Turn unit on/off
4External power control
5First startup
6Quick access menu
6Access by swiping
6Access by power button
7Connect to mobile app
8Standby
8Screen lock
8Screenshot
9Night mode
9Brightness
9Sync
10 Home screen
11 Edit home screen
12 Recent apps panel
13 Emergency and MOB
14 Apps
14 Open apps
14 Close apps
15 Pin apps
15 Unpin apps
16 Custom app groups
17 Modes
18 Controllers
18 Show control bar
19 Open controller
19 Float a controller
20 Race panel
21 Alerts
21 Acknowledge an alert
22 View alert messages
23 Manage alert rules
24 Status icons
25 USB port
25 Card reader
26 Connected devices
26 Congure connected devices
26 Simulation
27 System software
27 Update software
27 Backup data
28 System settings
30 Restore factory settings
CONTENTS

ABOUT
B&G Zeus®S multi-function display is available in three sizes. This document describes the basic
operation of the Zeus®S multi-function display (MFD) unit.
For the latest version of this document and other app guides, we recommend you download the
B&G: Sailing & Navigation mobile app or visit www.bandg.com/zeus-s.
TURN UNIT ON/OFF
To turn the unit on, press and hold the power button. A beep indicates the unit is powering up.
To turn the unit off, press and hold the power button, or select Power off from the quick access
menu.
A B
A Power button
B Touchscreen
External power control
Power to the unit can be controlled by an external switch or other units. For details about available
power options, refer to the unit’s installation manual.
¼Note: If your MFD is controlled by an external power source, it cannot be powered off using the
power button. Pressing and holding the power button puts the unit in standby mode. To wake
the unit, press the power button again.
4

FIRST STARTUP
When you start the unit for the rst time, or when you start it after a factory reset, you need to
complete the initial setup for language, country, timezone and scan for an existing boat network.
After that, the Welcome screen presents you with two choices:
• Select Use your device now to start using the device immediately.
¼Note: If you select this option, you will continue to receive alert notications to complete
the device setup.
• Select Continue device setup (recommended) to complete the device setup.
From the At the dock tab, complete the details as per the on-screen prompts.
¼Note: The On the water tab remains disabled if there are no outstanding conguration tasks.
¼Note: All settings congured during the rst startup can be changed later.
5

QUICK ACCESS MENU
The quick access menu gives you quick access to basic system settings and features.
Access by swiping
You can display the quick access menu by swiping down from the top of the screen.
Access by power button
Alternatively, you can display the quick access menu by pressing the power button.
¼Note: To hide the quick access menu, swipe up or tap anywhere on the screen.
6

Connect to mobile app
Select Connect to B&G®app from the quick access menu to connect your mobile device (phone or
tablet) to the unit.
Download the B&G®: Sailing & Navigation app from the App Store®or Google Play®, then use the
app to scan the QR code® as part of the steps to add a device to the app.
Once connected, you can use the mobile app to:
• View and download app guides
• Register your display unit
• Create your own waypoints, routes and tracks
• Download and apply unit software updates
¼Note: An internet connection is required to synchronize your data with cloud services from the
display unit or mobile device.
7

Standby
Standby mode helps conserve power when the unit is not in use without completely turning it off.
When in standby, the screen turns off while the system and connected devices continue to run.
Select Standby from the quick access menu to enter standby.
Press the power button to exit standby mode.
¼Note: The on-screen power button is not available when the unit is controlled by an external
switch or other units.
Screen lock
Select Screen lock from the quick access menu to lock the touchscreen and prevent accidental
operation. Press the power button to unlock the touchscreen.
¼Note: The touchscreen automatically unlocks to display alarms or warning alerts even if the
touchscreen was previously locked.
Screenshot
Select Screenshot from the quick access menu to capture an image of your screen. Images are
stored on a microSD®card or USB storage device inserted into the unit.
¼Note: If a microSD®card and USB storage device are both inserted, images are saved to the
USB storage device.
8

Night mode
Night mode optimizes the color palette and backlight for low light conditions. Select Night mode
from the quick access menu to turn night mode on or off.
Brightness
To switch between the display’s pre-dened brightness levels, press the power button repeatedly.
Alternatively, select Brightness from the quick access menu and slide the bar to the desired level.
¼Note: If you dim the brightness so the screen appears black when in brighter environments,
the unit may appear to be turned off.
Sync
Select to synchronize data between your display and the B&G Cloud. Use it to synchronize
information like routes, waypoints, tracks etc., created on the mobile app.
¼Note: An internet connection is required to synchronize your data with cloud services from the
display unit or mobile device
9

HOME SCREEN
To open your home screen, select the home button on the recent apps panel. All apps, settings
and alert messages can be accessed from the home screen.
B
A
C
E
D
F
A Home button – select to view the home screen
B Alerts list – select to view recent and historic system alerts
C Settings – select to view MFD settings
D Status bar – displays the current day and time
E Apps – displays a grid layout of all the system and custom app groups
F Exit – select to exit the home screen and return to last app
¼Note: The exit button (F) is disabled if there are no active apps.
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