Furuno FCV-600 User manual

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Installation Manual
FISH FINDER
Model FCV-600/800
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................ i
SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS........................................................................................ iii
1. MOUNTING................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Equipment List ......................................................................................................................1
1.2 Main Unit...............................................................................................................................3
1.3 Transducer (Option)..............................................................................................................8
2. WIRING..................................................................................................................... 20
2.1 Wiring..................................................................................................................................20
2.2 Data Sentences/PGN Data Sentences...............................................................................25
3. INITIAL SETTINGS................................................................................................... 28
3.1 Language and Transducer Settings....................................................................................28
3.2 Input/Output Settings ..........................................................................................................29
3.3 Wireless LAN setup ............................................................................................................34
3.4 Calibration settings .............................................................................................................39
3.5 Heave Sensor Settings .......................................................................................................41
APPX. 1 INSTALLATION FOR TRANSDUCER (THRU-HULL MOUNT)................AP-1
APPX. 2 INSTALLATION OF 525STID-MSD ..........................................................AP-5
PACKING LIST(S) ....................................................................................................... A-1
OUTLINE DRAWING(S) .............................................................................................. D-1
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM(S) ........................................................................... S-1
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i
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Indicates a condition that can cause death or serious injury
if not avoided.
The operator and installer must read the applicable safety instructions before attempting to
operate or install the equipment.
WARNING
CAUTION
Indicates a condition that can cause minor or moderate
injury if not avoided.
Warning, Caution Prohibitive Action Mandatory Action
Safety Instructions for the Installer
WARNING
Turn off the power at the switchboard
before beginning the installation.
Fire or electrical shock can result if the
power is left on.
Be sure no water leaks in at the
transducer or sensor mounting
location.
Water leakage can sink the vessel. Also
confirm that the transducer and/or
sensor will not loosen by ship's vibration.
The installer is solely responsible for the
proper installation of the equipment.
FURUNO will assume no responsibility
for any damage associated with
improper installation of the transducer.
Use the specified power cable.
Use of other power cable can cause fire.
CAUTION
Do not install the transducer or sensor
where air bubbles and noise are
present.
Performance will be affected.
CAUTION
The following are guidelines for
handling of the transducer cable.
- Keep fuels and oils away from the
cable.
- Locate cable in a safe place.
- Do not paint the cable.
The sheath of the cable is made of
chloroprene rubber (or polychloride
vinyl). For this reason do not paint the
cable.
Do not turn on the equipment with the
transducer out of water.
The transducer can be damaged.
Observe the following compass safe
distances to prevent interference to a
magnetic compass:
Model Standard
compass
Steering
compass
FCV-600 0.40m 0.30m
FCV-800 0.70m 0.45m

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ii
WARNING CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Do not open the equipment.
Hazardous voltage exists inside the
equipment. Refer repair to authorized
service personnel.
Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment.
Fire, electrical shock or injury can result.
Immediately turn off the power at the
switchboard if the equipment is
emitting smoke or fire.
Continued use of the equipment can
cause fire or electrical shock. Contact a
FURUNO agent for service.
Do not maneuver the vessel based on
the depth indication alone.
Grounding can result
Use the proper fuse.
Use of an incorrect fuse can damage the
equipment and can cause fire.
Do not turn on the equipment with the
transducer out of water.
The transducer can be damaged.
The picture is not refreshed when the
picture advance setting is ’’Off’’.
Maneuvering the vessel in this condition
can result in a dangerous situation.
Adjust the gain correctly.
If the value of the gain setting is too
small, weak signals will be suppressed
and no indication appears. If the value is
too large, noise will fill the screen and the
indication will be difficult to distinguish. It
is dangerous to use the depth display as
a reference when operating the vessel
without a clear indication of the seabed.
The LCD panel is made of glass.
Handle it with care.
Injury can result if the glass breaks.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners to
clean this equipment.
This equipment has the waterproof rating
outlined in the specifications, at the back
of this manual. However, the use of
high-pressure cleaning equipment can
cause water ingress, resulting in damage
to, or failure of, the equipment.
Safety Instructions for the Operator
A warning label is attached to the display unit.
Do not remove the label. If the label is missing
or damaged, contact a FURUNO agent or
dealer about replacement.
Warning Label
Name: Warning Label
Type: 16-021-3517-0
Code No.: 100-350-230-10
User Guide
On the next page, there is a simplified manual (User Guide) that explains only the basic operations.
You can download the manual (in color) in PDF format from our official website.
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WARNING
To avoid electrical shock,
do not remove cover.
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The TFT LCD is constructed using the latest LCD techniques, and displays 99.99%
of its pixels. The remaining 0.01% of the pixels may drop out or blink, however this is
not an indication of malfunction.

FISH FINDER
Operator's Guide
English Model FCV-600/FCV-800
Select
mode
Select the range
How to choose a range
(Disabled when using the bottom discrimination function.)
Press
Auto
Manual
Press
Range is automatically changed.
Bottom
Bottom
Bottom
School of fish
School of fish
School of fish
Depth
Depth
Depth
Auto range mark
Auto range mark
Auto range mark
Picture advance speed
Picture advance speed
Picture advance speed
Display mode, frequency, sensitivity mode/value
Opens/Closes the menu
Buzzer （FCV-800 only）
How to select display mode
Select
mode
Select mode
How to adjust the gain
Press
o
d
e
Off
Fishing Cruising
Press Adjust
Gain is automatically adjusted.
Displayed at the top of the screen:
(Navigation connection required)
How to register waypoint
Move the cross-cursor to the
position to be registered
Displayed at the top of the screen: CHIRP: CHIRP Transducer, CW: CW Transducer HF: High freq. MF: Medium freq. LF: Low freq. BL: Bottom Lock, BZ: Bottom Zoom MZ: Marker Zoom
Di
l
d
f
H
ow to select displa
y
mod
e
Alarm Icons ：Wireless LAN (Use
FCV unit as access point)
：Wireless LAN (Use
existing access point)
:
Fish alarm
:
Speed alarm
:
Arrival alarm
:
Voltage alarm (High)
:
Voltage alarm (Low)
How to adjust the brilliance/panel dimmer
Short press (Long press
:
Turn off the power)
Brilliance
Panel
Dimmer Adjust
This guide provides the basic operating procedures for this equipment. For detailed information, see the Operator's Manual. The brand and product names mentioned in this guide are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective holders.
G: 0 - 100 (
Auto Gain: Off)
G: AF (
Auto Gain: Fishing)
G: AC (A
uto Gain: Cruising)
BRILL
How to use FUNCTION key
Short press Rotate to select
setting value
Press
How to register an item for instant display
How to open the registered setting window
Rotate to
select the item
Press
Long press
Default state
Pub. No. OSE-23940-A (2301, MENA) FCV-600/800

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
Note 1: See "Equipment List" on page 1 for compatible transducers.
FCV-600
FCV-800
FISH FINDER
FCV-600
12-24VDC
Transducer
䠖
Standard supply
䠖
Optional or local supply
iOS/AndroidTM device
FCV-600 unit䠄Submonitor䠅
Wireless LAN Connection
USB Flash memory
䠄For maintenance䠅
NMEA2000 Device
䠄GPS Receiver䚸
Satellite CompassTM䠅
FISH FINDER䚷
FCV-800
12-24VDC
Transducer
䠖
Standard Supply
䠖
Optional or local supply
iOS/Android
TM
device
FCV-800 unit䠄Submonitor䠅
Wireless LAN Connection
USB Flash memory
䠄For maintenance䠅
NMEA2000 Device
䠄GPS Receiver㻘
Satellite Compass
TM
䠅
Transducer
Matching Box
MB-1100*
External KP Equipment
NMEA0183 Device
䠄GPS Navigator㻘
Wind Indicator䠅
*: Required when 200B-5S, 50B-6, 50B-6B or 50/200-1T is connected only.
Note 2: The optional cable assembly (type: FRU-MJ10CCB12-300) is required for
B265LH-FJ12/ TM265LH-FJ12/ CM265LH-FJ12 transducers (FCV-800 only).

1
1. MOUNTING
1.1 Equipment List
Standard supply
Optional supply
Name Type Code No. Qty Remarks
FISH FINDER FCV-600 - 1With hard cover
FCV-800 -
Installation Materials CP02-10001 - 1 For power/ data
cables, screws
For FCV-600
CP02-10101 - For FCV-800
Accessories FP03-11601 -1 Cleaner (cloth) For both
FCV-600/800
Spare Parts SP02-07001 - 1 Fuse
Name Type Code No. Remarks
Operator’s Manual OMJ-23940-* 000-199-649-1* Japanese edition
OME-23940-* 000-199-650-1* English edition
Inside Hull Kit S 22S0191 - With installation instructions;
not available with bottom dis-
crimination display.
Extension Cable C332 10M 001-464-120 10m, for transducer (10pin)
Cable Assembly FRU-CCB12-DA-10M 001-608-450 10m, for transducer (12pin)
FRU-MJ10CCB12-300 001-636-150 Converter Cable (10pin2 -
12pin), 0.3m, for dual frequen-
cy CHIRP transducer, for FCV-
800
FRU-CF-H07-02M 001-641-070 2m, for FCV-600
FRU-CF-H16-02M 001-641-080 2m, for FCV-800
NMEA Cable As-
sembly
FRU-NMEA-PMMFF-010 001-533-060 1m
For
NMEA2000
device
FRU-NMEA-PMMFF-020 001-533-070 2m
FRU-NMEA-PMMFF-060 001-533-080 6m
FRU-NMEA-PFF-010 001-507-010 1m
FRU-NMEA-PFF-020 001-507-030 2m
FRU-NMEA-PFF-060 001-507-040 6m
NMEA Connector FRU-MM1MF1MF1001 001-507-050 T Connector
FRU-MM1000000001 001-507-070 Terminator
FRU-MF000000001 001-507-060 Terminator
Do not apply paint, anti-corrosive sealant or contact
spray to coating or plastic parts of the equipment.
Those items contain organic solvents that can damage
coating and plastic parts, especially plastic connectors.
NOTICE

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*1: Compatible with ACCUFISH™, Bottom discrimination, RezBoost™,
Bottom Hardness.
*2: Compatible with ACCUFISH™.
*3: Compatible with Bottom Hardness.
Matching Box MB-1100 - For CW 1kW transducers,
For FCV-800
Flush Mount Kit OP02-89 001-638-230 For FCV-600
OP02-88 001-638-240 For FCV-800
Transducer 520-5PSD*1, - 600W transducers
520-5MSD*1 -
520-PLD*1 -
525-5PWD*1 -
Transducer 525T-PWD*1 - 600W transducers
525T-BSD*1 -
525T-LTD/12*1 -
525T-LTD/20*1 -
SS60-SLTD/12*1 -
SS60-SLTD/20*1 -
Transducer
(Speed/Tempera-
ture Sensor)
525STID-PWD*1 -
525STID-MSD*1 -
CHIRP Transducer TM150M - 300W, for single frequency
CHIRP transducers
B-75L -
B-75H - 600W, for single frequency
CHIRP transducers
Transducer 200B-5S*10M**3 - For 1kW transducers (FCV-800
only)
50B-6*10M**3 -
50B-6B*15M**3 -
50/200-1T*10M**1 -
526TID-HDD*1 -
CHIRP Transducer B265LH-FJ12*2 - 1kW, for dual frequency CHIRP
transducers (FCV-800 only)
TM265LH-FJ12*2 -
CM265LH-FJ12*2 -
B-175L - 1kW, for single frequency
CHIRP transducers (FCV-800
only)
B-175H -
Name Type Code No. Remarks

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Other compatible transducers (local supply)
The transducers (Manufactured by AIRMAR Technology Corporation) listed in the ta-
ble below are compatible with this equipment.
Single Frequency CHIRP
Dual Frequency CHIRP
1.2 Main Unit
This unit can be mounted on a desktop, bulkhead or flush mounted in a console.
Mounting considerations
When choosing a location keep the following in mind:
• Do not overhead mount the unit.
• Select a location where the unit is easy to operate.
• Be sure to follow the recommended maintenance space show in the outline draw-
ing.
• Locate the unit away from the air from air conditioners.
• The operating temperature range is 5°F to 131°F.
• Locate the unit away from devices that emit active gas.
• The mounting location must be well ventilated.
• Select a location where vibration and shock are minimal.
• A magnetic compass will be affected if the main unit is placed too close to the com-
pass. Observe the compass safe distances in the safety instructions (see page i) to
prevent interference to the compass.
• Select a location out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can
cause LCD blackout.
• When installing the sub monitor, select a location where wireless LAN icon (at least
two bars) is shown in the upper right corner of the sub monitor's display.
Output Power Type
300W B150M SS75L
600W B75M SS75M B785M SS75H TM165HW
1kw (FCV-800 only) B175M TM185M B285M B175HW TM185HW B285HW
Output Power Type
1kw (FCV-800 only) B265LM TM265LM CM265LM B275LHW TM275LHW CM275LHW

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1.2.1 Desktop and bulkhead mount
This unit is shipped with a hanger. Follow the steps below to mount the main unit on
a desktop or bulkhead. The figures of FCV-800 are used in this section.
1. Unfasten the knobs on either side of the main unit and detach the unit from the
hanger.
2. Drill four holes for the self-tapping screws at the mounting location.
Be sure to follow the recommended maintenance space shown in the outline
drawing. Insufficient space may cause damage to connectors when disconnecting
and reconnecting them.
3. Fix the hanger to the mounting location with four self-tapping screws (520, sup-
plied). The hanger should be oriented with the insertion slots facing forward.
4. See section 2.1 to attach cables to the back of the main unit.
Note: Work on a soft cloth to avoid damaging the unit.
5. Fit the main unit to the hanger and tighten the bolts on either side evenly. Adjust
the angle of the main unit so that the screen can be viewed clearly.
6. Attach the hard cover to the main unit for LCD protection.
Knob
Knob
Hanger
Hanger
Desktop mount Bulkhead mount
Desktop mount Bulkhead mount

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1.2.2 Flush mount (option)
Use the optional flush mount kit to install the unit as shown below.
Note 1: Select a flat mounting location to install the unit.
Note 2: It is recommended to set up a dedicated breaker when flush mounting the unit,
since it will be difficult to disconnect cables.
For FCV-600
The below flush mount kit is required when flush mounting the unit.
Kit details: OP02-89, Code No.: 001-638-230
1. Use the template (supplied) and cut out a hole in the mounting location.
2. See page 4 to unfasten the two knobs on either side of the main unit to separate
the main unit and a hanger. The knob and hanger can be disposed.
3. Attach the Sponge V and H for Mount F (four in total, supplied) in order at the back
of the unit (see the figure below).
Note 1: Work on a soft cloth to avoid damaging the main unit.
Note 2: Make sure not leave any gap between sponge V and H when attaching.
4. See section 2.1 to connect the required cables to the back of the unit.
5. Fasten the main unit with connected cables to the mounting location.
Name Qty
Mounting template (for both FCV-600 and
FCV-800 (double-sided printing))
1
Sponge V for F mount 2
Sponge H for F mount 2
F mount metal assembly 2
Slotted Hex Bolt 2
Flat Curved Bumpy
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6. Rotate the butterfly bolts and butterfly nuts attached to the flush mount F metal
(two in total) to move the screw leg protector towards the mount F metal.
Note: Tighten the butterfly bolts by
hand without using tools. When
tightening the bolts, tighten the all
four bolts evenly and gradually.
Tools can be used for tightening the
butterfly nuts.
7. Use both slotted hex bolts (M612,
supplied) and fasten mount F metal assembly to the both sides of the main unit.
F Mount metal assembly should be attached to the hanger mounting screw holes
on both sides of the main unit.
8. Rotate the butterfly bolts of the mount F metal to fasten the screw leg protector to
the panel.
9. Fasten the butterfly nuts of the mount F metal.
10. Attach the hard cover to the unit for LCD protection.
Mount F metal
Mount F metal assembly
Move towards flush mount F metal
Butterfly bolt (see the Note below).
Butterfly nut
Screw leg protector
Screw holes for hanger mounting
F Mount metal assembly
Slotted hex bolt
Panel
F mount metal
Butterfly bolt
Butterfly nut
Screw leg protector
Panel
Monitor unit

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For FCV-800
The below flush mount kit is required when flush mounting the main unit.
Kit details: OP02-88, Code No.: 001-638-240
1. Use the template (supplied) and cut out a hole in the mounting location.
2. Drill four holes for the binding screws at the mounting location.
3. See page 4 to unfasten the two knobs on either side of the main unit to separate
the main unit and a hanger. The knobs and hanger can be disposed.
4. Attach the Sponge V and H for Mount F (four in total, supplied) in order at the back
of the main unit (see the figure below).
Note 1: Work on a soft cloth to avoid damaging the unit.
Note 2: Attach the sponge so that it does not block the screw holes.
Note 3: Make sure not leave any gap between sponge V and H when attaching.
5. See section 2.1 to connect the required cables to the back of the main unit.
6. Fasten the main unit with connected cables to the mounting location.
7. Remove the four screw covers on the each corner of the main unit.
Name Qty
Mounting template (for both FCV-600
and FCV-800 (double-sided printing))
1
Sponge V for F mount 2
Sponge H for F mount 2
Binding screw 4
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Screw cover

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8. Use the four binding screws (φ5×20) and fasten the main unit.
9. Place the screw covers back to the each corner of the unit.
Push the screw covers in order until they click into their
place, first on the front and then on the sides (two locations).
There is no "click" when fitting the side covers.
10. Attach the hard cover to the main unit for LCD protection.
1.3 Transducer (Option)
The transducer can be installed through the ship's hull, stern or inboard. The method
is selected according to the ship's shape and other factors.
Note: The transducer must be equipped in an external tank (compatible with:
CM265LH-FJ12/CM265LM/ CM275LHW). Do not install the transducer in fibreglass
or inside the hull. Use a tank that allows the surface and sides of the transducer to be
immersed in water. If possible, use and install the transducer with tank listed in the ta-
ble below.
Type Name Code No.
T-711-FJ12 Hull Tank (R2) 000-038-527
Front Side
Do not cover the transducer with FRP resin.
The heat generated when the resin hardens
may damage the transducer, especially CHIRP
transducer.
NOTICE

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1.3.1 Thru-hull mount
520-PLD
For details of the installation, see the transducer manual.
Transducer mounting location (for 520-5PSD/520-5MSD)
The thru-hull mount transducer provides the best performance of all, since the trans-
ducer protrudes from the hull and the effect of air bubbles and turbulence near the hull
skin is reduced. When the boat has a keel, the transducer should be at least 30 cm
away from it.
The performance of this fish finder is directly related to the mounting location of the
transducer, especially for high-speed cruising. The installation should be planned in
advance, keeping the length of the transducer cable and the following factors in mind:
• Air bubbles and turbulence caused by movement of the boat seriously degrade the
sounding capability of the transducer. The transducer should, therefore, be located
in a position where water flow is the smoothest.
• Noise from the propellers adversely affects
performance and the transducer should not
be mounted nearby. The lifting strakes are
notorious for creating acoustic noise, and
these must be avoided by keeping the trans-
ducer inboard of them.
• The transducer must always remain sub-
merged, even when the boat is rolling, pitch-
ing or up on a plane at high speed.
• A practical choice would be some-
where between 1/3 and 1/2 of the
boat's length from the stern. For
planing hulls, a practical location is
generally rather far astern, so that
the transducer is always in water re-
gardless of the planing attitude.
Procedure for installation of the
thru-hull mount transducer (for
520-5PSD/520-5MSD)
1. With the boat hauled out of the wa-
ter, mark the location chosen for
mounting the transducer on the
bottom of the hull.
2. If the hull is not level within 15° in
any direction, fairing blocks made
out of teak should be used be-
tween the transducer and hull, both inside and outside, to keep the transducer
face parallel with the water line. Fabricate the fairing block as shown in the follow-
ing figure and make the entire surface as smooth as possible to provide an undis-
28
22
120
68
30
24
120
68
87
Unit: mm
520-5PSD 520-5MSD
BOW
z Within the wetted bottom area
z
Deadrise angle within 15°
DEEP V
HULL
z Position 1/2 to 1/3 of the hull from stern.
z 15 to 30 cm off center line (inside first lifting
strakes.)
HIGH SPEED
V HULL

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turbed flow of water around the transducer. The fairing block should be smaller
than the transducer itself to provide a channel to divert turbulent water around the
sides of the transducer rather than over its face.
3. Drill a hole just large enough to
pass the threaded stuffing tube of
the transducer through the hull,
making sure it is drilled vertically.
4. Apply a sufficient amount of high
quality caulking compound to the
top surface of the transducer,
around the threads of the stuffing
tube and inside the mounting hole
(and fairing blocks if used) to en-
sure watertight mounting.
5. Mount the transducer and fairing blocks and tighten the locknut. Be sure that the
transducer is properly oriented and its working face is parallel to the waterline.
Note: Do not over-stress the stuffing tube and locknut through excessive tightening,
since the wood block will swell when the boat is placed in the water. It is suggested
that the nut be tightened lightly at installation and retightened several days after the
boat has been launched.
Transducer preparation (for 520-5PSD/520-5MSD)
Before putting the boat in water, wipe the face of the transducer thoroughly with a de-
tergent liquid soap. This will lessen the time necessary for the transducer to have good
contact with the water. Otherwise the time required for complete "saturation" will be
lengthened and performance will be reduced.
Note: DO NOT paint the transducer. Performance will be affected.
Hole for
stuffing tube
Saw along slope
of hull.
Upper half
Lower half
BOW
Flat washer
Rubber washer
Fairing
block
Hull
Deep-V Hull
Hull
Flat washer
Rubber
washer
Cork
washer
Flat Hull

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1.3.2 Transom mount transducer
The optional transom mount transducer is very commonly employed, usually on rela-
tively small I/O or outboard boats. Do not use this method on an inboard motor boat
because turbulence is created by the propeller ahead of the transducer.
525-5PWD mounting locations
Installation procedure
A suitable mounting location is at least 50 cm away from the engine and where the
water flow is smooth.
1. Drill four pilot holes for self-tapping screw (520) in the mounting location.
2. Coat the threads of the self-tapping screws (M514) for the transducer with ma-
rine sealant for waterproofing. Attach the transducer to the mounting location with
the self-tapping screws.
Note: DO NOT overtighten screws; they may be damaged.
3. Adjust the transducer position so the transducer faces right to the bottom. If nec-
essary, to improve water flow and minimize air bubbles staying on the transducer
face, incline the transducer about 5° at the rear. This may require a certain amount
of experimentation for fine tuning at high cruising speeds.
4. Tape the location shown in the figure below. Fill the gap between the wedge front
of the transducer and transom with epoxy material to eliminate any air spaces.
5. After the epoxy hardens, remove the tape.
Transom
Transom
Stripe
Parallel with hull
Mount at the stripe.
Less than 10°
Over 10°
No.1 M5×14
5°
φ5×20
φ5×20
Ship's bottom
Tape
Bracket
Transducer
2 to 5°
Epoxy material
Epoxy materi
a
Hull

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1.3.3 How to mount a Thru-hull transducer inside the hull
The thru-hull mount transducer may also be installed inside the hull on FRP boats.
However, this installation method affects the ability to detect the bottom, fish and other
objects because the ultrasound pulse is weakened when it passes through the hull.
Do not install the transducer inside the hull on a steel or wooden hull vessel, since the
ultrasound pulse cannot penetrate those hulls.
Necessary tools
You will need the following tools:
Remarks on installation
Installation location
If the thickness of the hull varies, then the attenuation of the ultrasound pulse may
vary. Select a location where the attenuation is the lowest.
1. Select two or three locations considering the four points mentioned below. (You
will finalize the mounting location through some trial and error later.)
• Mount the transducer at a location 1/2 to 1/3 of the length of the boat from the
stern.
• The mounting location is between
15 to 50 cm from the centerline of
the hull.
• Do not place the transducer over
hull struts or ribs which run under
the hull.
• Avoid a location where the rising
angle of the hull exceeds 15°, to
minimize the effect of the boat's roll-
ing.
• Sandpaper (#100)
• Water-filled plastic bag
• Adhesive (Marine sealant)
• Do the installation with the ship moored at a dock, etc. The water depth should be 6.5-
32 feet (2-10 meters).
• Install the transducer within the engine room.
• Turn off the engine.
• Do not power the unit with the transducer in the air, to prevent damage to the trans-
ducer.
• Do not use this method on a double layer hull.
NOTICE
This mounting method should not be
used to mount the transducer that
supports the ACCU-FISHTM, the bottom
discrimination display or the
[Enhanced] RezBoost™ functions since
performance is greatly degraded.
1/3
1/2
Centerline
Transducer
mounting
location
50 cm
50 cm
15 cm
15 cm

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2. Decide the most suitable site from the selected locations by doing the following:
1) Refer to section 2.1 for connecting the power cable and transducer cable to
the main unit.
2) Put the transducer into a water-filled plastic bag. Press the transducer against
the chosen site.
3) Press the /BRILL key to turn on the main unit.
4) See section 3.1 and select the desired transducer model.
5) Press the MENU/ESC key to open the main menu.
6) Select [Sounder] and press the KNOB.
7) Select [TX Power] and press the KNOB.
8) Select [1] and press the KNOB.
9) Press the MENU/ESC key twice to close the menu.
10) Check if the bottom echo appears on the display. If it doesn’t, do this proce-
dure until a suitable location is found.
11) After the mounting location is decided, turn off the power of the unit.
3. Remove the transducer from the plastic bag and wipe the face of transducer with
a cloth to remove water and any foreign material. Lightly roughen the face of trans-
ducer with #100 sandpaper. Also, use the sandpaper to roughen the inside of the
hull where the transducer is to be mounted.
4. Wipe off any sandpaper dust from the face of the transducer.
5. Dry the face of the transducer and the hull. Coat the transducer face and mounting
location with marine sealant. Hardening begins in approx. 15-20 minutes so do
this step without delay.
Plastic bag
Water
Hull plate
Transducer
Marine
sealant

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6. Attach the transducer to the hull.
Press the transducer firmly down on the hull and gently twist it back and forth to
remove any air which may be trapped in the marine sealant.
7. Support the transducer with a piece of wood to keep it in place while the sealant
is drying. It takes 24-72 hours to harden completely.
8. Turn the power on and change the menu setting as follows:
1) Press the MENU/ESC key to show the main menu.
2) Select [Sounder] menu and press the KNOB.
3) Select [TX Power] and press the KNOB.
4) Select [5] and press the KNOB.
5) Press the MENU/ESC key.
6) Select [Calib] from the [System] menu and press the KNOB.
7) Select the [Gain ADJ CHIRP HF/MF/LF], [Gain ADJ CW HF/ LF] as desired
and press the KNOB. Menu items are displayed according to the connected
transducer.
8) Set the value as ‘‘+20‘‘ and press the KNOB.
9) If multiple CW/CHIRP transducers are shown, repeat step 7.
10) For FCV-600, select [Bottom Level XDR] and press the KNOB. For FCV-800,
select [Bottom Level XDR1] and press the KNOB.
11) Set the bottom level value as ‘’-40’’ and press the KNOB.
12) If two transducers are connected, repeat step 10 and select [Bottom Level
XDR2] to set the value (for FCV-800 only).
13) Press the MENU/ESC key two times to close the menu.
Hull
Marine
sealant

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1.3.4 Mounting of 525STID-MSD/525STID-PWD transducers (speed/
temperature sensors)
Note: DO NOT overtighten screws. They may be damaged.
525STID-MSD
The optional transducer 525STID-MSD is designed for thru-hull mounting. For mount-
ing, see section 1.3.1.
Triducer 525STID-MSD
525STID-PWD
The optional transom mount transducer 525STID-PWD can be mounted by the thru-
hull method or the inside-hull method.
Tools and materials needed
Mounting location
To ensure the best performance, the
sensor must be submerged in aeration-
free and turbulence-free water. Mount
the sensor close to the centerline of the
boat. On slower heavier displacement
hulls, positioning it farther from the cen-
terline is acceptable. Allow adequate
space above the bracket for it to release and rotate the sensor upward. Refer to the
illustration below for dimensions.
• Scissors • Masking tape
• Safety goggles • Dust mask
• Electric drill • Screwdrivers
• Drill bit:3,4,6,9
• Straight edge • Marine sealant
• Pencil • Cable ties
• Water-based antifouling paint (mandatory in salt water)
φ
79
133 2.00"-12
UN
threads
φ
51 7
27 140 Unit: mm
BOW
Height without
speed sensor
191 mm (7-1/2")
Height with
speed sensor
213 mm (8-1/2")
Height