Humminbird CHIRP User manual

Humminbird®CHIRP Radar
Installation Manual
Humminbird®CHIRP Radar
Installation Manual
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Thank You!
Thank you for choosing Humminbird®, the #1 name in marine electronics. Humminbird has built its reputation
by designing and manufacturing top-quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your Humminbird is
designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. We encourage you to read this
installation manual completely in order to get the full benefit from all the features and applications of your
Humminbird product.
Important Information
Review the following important information before proceeding with the installation.
Certified Installation
WARNING! Humminbird recommends certified installation by a Humminbird approved installer. Contact
your Humminbird dealer for further details, and refer to the warranty information included at the end of this
manual.
WARNING! This product must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury, damage to your vessel and/or poor product performance.
CAUTION! Installation and radar tuning should only be performed by a qualified radar service technician.
Potential Ignition Sour e
WARNING! This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous and/or flammable atmospheres. Do NOT
install in a hazardous and/or flammable atmosphere (such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks).
High Voltages
HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING! Dangerously high voltages are present within the scanner unit. There
are no internal connections or adjustments necessary for installation. Do NOT remove any covers or
otherwise attempt to access internal components, unless specifically instructed in the documentation
provided. The cover should be removed only by a qualified radar service technician. Technicians must
exercise extreme care when working inside the unit.
WARNING! Connecting this product to a voltage supply greater than the specified maximum rating may
cause permanent damage to the unit. Refer to the Specifications section for voltage rating.
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Radio Freq ency and Microwave Radiation
DANGER: Microwave Radiation Hazard! The microwave energy radiated by a radar antenna is harmful
to humans, especially to one’s eyes. Do NOT look at the scanner from close range. Never look directly into an
open waveguide or into the path of radiation from an enclosed antenna. ake sure personnel are clear of
the scanner when it is powered on. Turn off the radar whenever it is necessary to work on the antenna unit
or on other equipment in the beam of the radar.
DANGER! Radar and other radio frequency radiation can upset cardiac pacemakers. If someone with a
cardiac pacemaker suspects abnormal operation, immediately turn off the equipment and move the person
away from the antenna.
CAUTION! For safety reasons, the radar must be installed above head height and out of range of personnel.
Positive Gro nd Systems
WARNING! Do not connect this unit to a system that has positive grounding.
Service and Maintenance
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.
CAUTION! This product contains no user serviceable components. Please refer all maintenance and
repair to authorized Humminbird dealers. Unauthorized repair may affect your warranty.
Compass Safe Distance
WARNING! To prevent potential interference with the vessel's magnetic compasses, ensure an adequate
distance is maintained from the product.
NOTE: When choosing a suitable location for the product you should aim to maintain the maximum
possible distance from any compasses. Typically this distance should be at least 3 feet (1 m) in all directions.
However, for some smaller vessels it may not be possible to locate the product this far away from a compass.
In this situation, when choosing the installation location for your product, ensure that the compass is not
affected by the product when it is in a powered state.
Additional Warnings and Notes
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! The electronic chart in your Humminbird unit is an aid to navigation designed to facilitate the
use of authorized government charts, not to replace them. Only official government charts and notices to
mariners contain all of the current information needed for the safety of navigation, and the captain is
responsible for their prudent use and the safety of the vessel and its passengers.
NOTE: This product is specifically designed to be installed on boats and other means of maritime transport. If
your country forms part of the EU, please contact your dealer for advice before attempting to install elsewhere.
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NOTE: The procedures and features described in this manual are subject to change without notice. This
manual was written in English and may have been translated to another language. Humminbird is not
responsible for incorrect translations or discrepancies between documents.
NOTE: Humminbird does not warrant that this product is error-free or that it is compatible with products
manufactured by any person or entity other than Humminbird.
NOTE: Humminbird is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by your use or inability to use the
product, by the interaction of the product with products manufactured by others, or by errors in information
utilized by the product supplied by third parties.
NOTE: Although the waterproof rating capacity of this product meets the stated IPX standard (refer to the
Specifications section), water intrusion and subsequent equipment failure may occur if the product is
subjected to commercial high-pressure washing. Humminbird will not warrant products subjected to high-
pressure washing.
NOTE: This product is protected by patents, design patents, patents pending, or design patents pending.
ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Products sold in the U.S. are not intended for use in
the international market. Humminbird international units provide international features and are designed to meet
country and regional regulations. Languages, maps, time zones, units of measurement, and warranty are examples of
features that are customized for Humminbird international units purchased through our authorized international
distributors.
NOTE: Some features discussed in this manual require a separate purchase, and some features are
only available on certain models. Every effort has been made to clearly identify those features. Please
read the manual carefully in order to understand the full capabilities of your model.
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Complian e Statements
IEEE STATEMENT: This product complies with the I C95.1 – 2005 – Standard for Safety Levels with respect
to Human xposure to Radio Frequency lectromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
ICNIRP GUIDELINES: When properly installed and operated, the use of this Radar conforms to: ICNIRP
Guidelines 1998 - International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection: Guidelines for limiting exposure to
time-varying electric, magnetic and electro-magnetic fields (up to 300 GHz) 1998.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: Johnson Outdoors Marine lectronics, Inc. declares that this product
is compliant with the essential requirements of R&TT directive 1999/5/ C.
IMO AND SOLAS: The equipment described within this document is intended for use on leisure marine boats
and workboats NOT covered by International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Carriage
Regulations.
RADAR LICENSING: Installation and operation of this radar may be subject to individual licensing of the
equipment, operator or vessel. You are strongly advised to check with the requirements of the licensing authority of
your national administration. In case of any difficulties, contact your local Humminbird dealer.
FCC NOTICE – RADAR: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved in writing by
Johnson Outdoors Marine lectronics, Inc. could violate compliance with FCC rules and void the operator’s authority
to operate the equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: It is the intention of Johnson Outdoors Marine
lectronics, 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.
WEEE DIRECTIVE: U Directive 2002/96/ C “Waste of lectrical and lectronic quipment Directive (W )”
impacts most distributors, sellers, and manufacturers of consumer electronics in the uropean Union. The W
Directive requires the producer of consumer electronics to take responsibility for the management of waste from
their products to achieve environmentally responsible disposal during the product life cycle. W compliance may
not be required in your location for electrical & electronic equipment ( ), nor may it be required for designed
and intended as fixed or temporary installation in transportation vehicles such as automobiles, aircraft, and boats. In
some uropean Union member states, these vehicles are considered outside of the scope of the Directive, and
for those applications can be considered excluded from the W Directive requirement.
This symbol (W wheelie bin) on product indicates the product must not be disposed of with other
household refuse. It must be disposed of and collected for recycling and recovery of waste . Johnson
Outdoors Marine lectronics, Inc. will mark all products in accordance with the W Directive. It is our
goal to comply in the collection, treatment, recovery, and environmentally sound disposal of those products;
however, these requirements do vary within uropean Union member states. For more information about where you
should dispose of your waste equipment for recycling and recovery and/or your uropean Union member state
requirements, please contact your dealer or distributor from which your product was purchased.
ROHS STATEMENT: Product designed and intended as a fixed installation or part of a system in a vessel may
be considered beyond the scope of Directive 2002/95/ C of the uropean Parliament and of the Council of 27
January 2003 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
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EMC Installation G idelines
Humminbird equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
regulations, to minimize electromagnetic interference between equipment and minimize the effect such
interference could have on the performance of your system.
Correct installation is required to ensure that EMC performance is not compromised.
NOTE: In areas of extreme EMC interference, some slight interference may be noticed on the product.
Where this occurs the product and the source of the interference should be separated by a greater distance.
For optimum EMC performance, we recommend that wherever possible:
• Humminbird equipment and cables connected to it are:
– At least 3 feet (1 m) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals (e.g. VHF
radios, cables and antennas). In the case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased to 7 feet
(2 m).
– More than 7 feet (2 m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed
to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.
• The product is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start. This is important to
prevent erratic behavior and data loss which can occur if the engine start does not have a separate
battery.
• Humminbird specified cables are used.
• Cables are not cut or extended, unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual.
NOTE: Where constraints on the installation prevent any of the above recommendations, always ensure
the maximum possible separation between different items of electrical equipment, to provide the best
conditions for EMC performance throughout the installation.
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1. Review the Box Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2. Determine the Cable Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3. Create a Schematic Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
4. Clear the Mounting Holes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. Choose the Mounting Location 5
3. Test Route the Cables 11
4. Install the Scanner 12
1. Prepare the Mounting Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2. Connect the Power and Data Cables to the Radar Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3. Install the Radar Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5. Route the Cables 17
1. Route the Power and Data Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6. Connect to ower and Ethernet 18
1. Determine Your Fuse and Thermal Breaker Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2. Connect to Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3. Connect to the Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7. Test the Installation 22
Mechanical Checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power On the Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Two Year Limited Warranty & Service olicy 23
Maintenance 26
Troubleshooting 27
Specifications 28
Contact Humminbird 34
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1Overvie
Introduction
The Humminbird Radar scanner is a compact, solid-state radar that utilizes CHIRP pulse compression for
improved range resolution. Connect the Radar scanner to your Humminbird control head to view a map-like
representation of the area surrounding your vessel, enabling you to identify other vessels, buoys, and land
features such as coastlines and hills.
The Humminbird Radar scanner includes the following features:
• Solid-state technology (no magnetron) for improved efficiency and quick start-up.
• Range performance up to 24 nm (dependent on installation location).
• CHIRP pulse compression for improved target range resolution and reduced background noise.
• Radar image display and control via compatible Humminbird control head.
• 24 RPM scanner rotation.
• Low power consumption.
Installation Overview
This manual will guide you through the following installation requirements for the Humminbird Radar
scanner:
• Preparing for Installation
• Selecting the Mounting Location
• Installing the Radar Scanner
• Connecting to Power and thernet
Multiple Radar Installation: Only one radar scanner can be used at any one time, per networked system.
If you have more than one radar scanner installed on your boat and want to use them at the same time, the
control heads to which the scanners are connected must NOT be networked together.
CAUTION! Installation and radar tuning should only be performed by a qualified radar service technician.
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1. Installation Preparation
Following are instructions for the installation of this accessory. Before you start installation, we encourage
you to read these instructions carefully in order to get the full benefit from your Humminbird accessory.
Supplies: In addition to the hardware included in this box, you will need a separate 12 or 24 VDC power
supply from that used for engine start, adhesive tape, a powered hand drill and various drill bits, various
hand tools, safety glasses, and a dust mask.
NOTE: It is important that you have read and understood the warnings and cautions provided in the
Important Information section of this manual before proceeding with the installation.
NOTE: A separate 12/24 VDC power supply is required for the Radar scanner installation to prevent erratic
behavior and data loss, which can occur if the engine start does not have a separate power supply.
1. Review the Box Contents
Also, see the Specifications section for additional product information.
1. Unpack the box and confirm the contents with the illustration shown below.
CAUTION! Do not remove the cover from the unit. There are no connections or adjustments inside
the unit that are needed for installation or operation.
NOTE: Product supplies and features are subject to change without notice.
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Depending on your Humminbird model and network configuration, you may need to purchase additional
accessories to connect your Radar scanner to your control head or Ethernet network. Before starting the
installation, determine whether you will need to purchase Ethernet Adapter Cables or extension cables.
Also, see Connect to Power and Ethernet for more information.
3. Create a Schematic Diagram
A schematic diagram is an essential part of planning any installation. It is also useful for any future additions
or maintenance of the system. The diagram should include the following:
• Location of all components
• Cable types, routes, and lengths.
NOTE: Confirm that you have read and understood the warnings and cautions provided in the Important
Information section before proceeding with the installation.
Hardware Cable Requirement to Connect to Radar Scanner Voltage Requirements
ONIX/SOLIX No additional cables required. 12 VDC
HELIX Separate purchase AS EC DE Ethernet Adapter
Cable is required. 12 VDC
Ethernet Switch No additional cables required. 12 or 24 VDC
Example of a Schematic Diagram with a Direct Connection to the Control Head
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4. Clear the Mo nting Holes
1. Invert the scanner.
2. Confirm the four mounting holes are clear so they can accept the bolts.
Clearing the Mounting Holes
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Example of a Schematic Diagram with an Ethernet Switch Connection
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2. Choose the Mountin Location
It is important to consider the following information when installing the Radar scanner on the vessel. The
Radar scanner must be mounted where it is:
• Near the vessel's centerline
• Above head height
• Clear of large objects such as the flybridge, large engine stacks, searchlights, horns, masts, etc.
• At least 3 feet (1 m) from a magnetic compass or other scanners
• Away from heat and fumes
• On a stable platform that is capable of securely supporting the scanner under seagoing conditions
• asily accessible
WARNING! Do NOT install the radar in a location that exposes passengers and
crew to the radar beam. Do NOT mount the radar where it could radiate on any person.
CAUTION! Working at higher elevations may become necessary while installing
the scanner unit. Observe safety measures and take sufficient precautions to avoid
personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Determining the Mounting Location
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The scanner unit should be mounted on the centerline of your boat in a location that has an unobstructed
view forward and is as clear as possible the rest of the way around the unit.
Height
Choose a location as high as practical to improve maximum range, but not so high as to be adversely affected
by the vessel’s pitching and rolling. Also, keep in mind that minimum range objects may be overlooked if
mounted too high.
Unobstru ted View
Position the Radar scanner forward of large structures and exhaust stacks. Contamination from engine
exhaust on the scanner housing reduces radar performance.
• Antennas for GPS, radio communication, or other equipment should not be located in the radar
beam.
• Use non-metallic extension poles to move the active area of antennas above the radar beam.
Blind Spots, Shadow Areas, and False Echoes: Large structures or stacks may cause blind spots and/or
false echoes.
• Wet sails may also cause shadow areas, so Radar performance may be reduced in the rain.
• If you mount the Radar scanner on a mast, echoes from other targets may be reflected from the mast.
• It is particularly important to avoid shadow areas near the bow.
• In shadow areas beyond the obstruction, there will be a reduction of the beam intensity. There may
be a blind sector if the beam intensity is not sufficient to obtain an echo from an object. This may
occur even at close range. For this reason, the angular width and relative bearing of any shadow area
must be determined at installation.
•Identifying shadow areas and/or false echoes on the control head: For example, adjust the
settings on your control head to view sea clutter. Dark sectors on the Radar display indicate possible
shadowed areas. See your control head operations manual for more information.
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For optimum MC performance, we recommend that wherever possible:
• Humminbird equipment and cables connected to it are:
– At least 3 feet (1 m) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals (e.g. VHF
radios, cables and antennas). In the case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased to 7 feet
(2 m).
– More than 7 feet (2 m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed
to spread 20° above and below the radiating element.
•The Radar scanner must be supplied from a separate power source from that used for engine start.
This is important to prevent erratic behavior and data loss which can occur if the engine start does
not have a separate battery or fuse panel.
Mounting Surfa e
The mounting surface must be flat, stable, and approximately parallel with the boat’s waterline.
•Surface Thickness: If the mounting surface is thin, a doubler should be added. If the mounting
surface is thick, longer bolts must be purchased separately.
•Surface Angle: The Radar beam from the Radar scanner is approximately 20° wide in the vertical
direction to give good target detection even when your vessel pitches and rolls.
Planing hull vessels, and some displacement hull vessels, adopt a higher bow angle when the vessel
is at cruising speed. This may raise the Radar’s main radiation angle, and can cause poor detection
of nearby targets. It may be necessary to compensate for the bow rise to ensure optimum target
detection. This can be achieved by fitting a wedge or washers between the mounting platform and
the base of the Radar scanner, so that the Radar beam remains parallel to the water line when the
vessel's bow rises at cruising speed.
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Mounting Base
The Radar scanner can be installed directly to a roof or other flat surface. The mounting location must be
secure enough to support the Radar scanner under seagoing conditions. You can also use a mounting
bracket (separate purchase required). Be certain to keep the water drain tube clear, which is located at the
bottom of the scanner unit.
NOTE: If the mounting bracket or surface has a curvature of more than 5/64" (2 mm), use spacers with the
mounting bolts to prevent stress on the scanner housing.
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Additional considerations apply when installing the Radar scanner on a sailing vessel. A separate purchase
mast mounting bracket is highly recommended.
Review the following important mounting requirements:
• When mounting the Radar scanner onto the mast, check that the unit is not fouled by the sails,
especially when tacking.
• Depending on the type of sailing vessel and the design of the sailplan, a Radar scanner guard
(separate purchase required) should be attached to the mast if the sails or rigging contact either the
Radar scanner unit or the mounting bracket (separate purchase required). See the illustration
Example of a Radar Guard Installation.
WARNING! Without a proper Radar guard, serious damage can result to the Radar mounting
bracket and the Radar scanner itself. In extreme cases, such damage could result in the Radar scanner
unit being pulled off the mast. Therefore, it is recommended that a Radar scanner guard should be
mounted additionally and separately to the Radar scanner mounting bracket.
• To prevent the risk of the Radar scanner falling after it has been damaged, the security lanyard
supplied with the mast bracket (separate purchase required) must be secured properly to the mast
and to the Radar scanner, according to the instructions provided with the bracket.
If a safety lanyard is not supplied with the mounting bracket, contact your local dealer for appropriate
parts. Do NOT attach other equipment to either the Radar scanner or the bracket.
•Maintenance: Humminbird strongly recommends that you check the condition and security of the
bracket mounting feet, the security lanyard(s), the Radar scanner guard, and the Radar scanner
itself, on a yearly basis (or more frequently depending on environmental applications). Any fittings
should be replaced as appropriate.
NOTE: The Radar guard shown in the illustration above is provided as an example only. The design and
positioning of the Radar guard depends on your vessel type, sailplan, and installation environment. Contact
your local dealer or qualified marine installer for assistance.
Example of a Radar Guard Installation
Radar scanner guard
(separate purchase required)
mast
safety lanyard
attachment
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Multiple Radar Installation
It is important to note that multiple radars cannot be connected to the same network. If you are installing
more than one radar on the same vessel, review the following important location requirements:
• Scanners should be mounted above each other, and vertically separated by at least 1.6 ft (0.5 m).
This applies to all installation locations on the vessel.
• Multiple scanners should be mounted in a way that minimizes interference between the vertical
beamwidths of the 2 scanners.
• To minimize any potential interference, mount the scanners with as much physical separation as
possible.
Example of a Mast latform Mount with a Safety Lanyard
mounting
platform safety lanyard attachment point to M8 bolt
mast
safety lanyard
attachment point
to mast
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3. Test Route the Cables
Using the information in this section, test route the cables from the planned mounting location to the control
head or thernet Switch location and the power source. Cables must be routed correctly to maximize
performance and prolong cable life. See Connect to Power and Ethernet for more information.
CIRCUIT ISOLATION WARNING! Proper circuit isolation is required for installations using both
AC and DC current. If you are installing a 3rd party product that utilizes AC current, contact a qualified
marine installer for assistance.
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.
Avoid Cable Bending
Do NOT bend cables excessively. Wherever possible, ensure a minimum
bend radius of 4" (100 mm).
Strain Relief
nsure adequate strain relief is provided. Protect connectors from strain and ensure they will not pull out
under extreme sea conditions.
Cable Prote tion
Protect all cables from physical damage and exposure to heat. Use trunking or conduit where possible.
• Do NOT run cables through bilges or doorways, or close to moving or hot objects.
• Do NOT run cables near to engines or fluorescent lights.
• Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead, use a suitable watertight feed-
through.
• Route data cables away from other equipment and cables, high current carrying AC and DC power
lines, and antennae.
• Secure cables in place using cable ties or lacing twine. Coil any extra cable and tie it out of the way.
•Cable Shielding: nsure that all data cables are properly shielded and that the cable shielding is
intact (e.g. hasn’t been scraped off by being squeezed through a tight area).
Avoiding Cable Bending
4" (100 mm)
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Confirm that you have read and understood the warnings and cautions provided in the Important
Information section before proceeding with the installation.
WARNING! Confirm the vessel’s power supply is switched OFF before starting the installation. Do NOT
connect or disconnect equipment with the power switched on.
NOTE: Before proceeding with the installation, check the template to confirm that the dimensions match
the unit. Reproduction and moisture can affect the size of the template. See the Specifications section for
product dimensions.
1. Prepare the Mounting Lo ation
1. Confirm that the mounting location meets the requirements described in the section Choose the
Mounting Location.
2. Clean and dry the mounting surface.
3. Align the included template squarely with the center line of the boat (or chosen mounting location), with
the arrow pointing forward (towards the bow of the vessel).
4. Tape the template to the chosen mounting location.
5. Mark the four mounting holes.
6. Drill four 1/8" (3 mm) pilot holes as indicated on the template.
7. Proceed to drill four 23/64" (9 mm) diameter holes through the mounting surface.
NOTE: For a close fit installation, drill 21/64" (8.5 mm) diameter holes. Do not exceed a mounting hole
diameter of 25/64" (10 mm).
mounting surface
Drilling the Mounting Holes
centerline
template
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