Lowrance HDS Carbon User manual

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HDS Carbon
Installation Manual
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Preface
Disclaimer
As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the
right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be
reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest
distributor if you require any further assistance.
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment
in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or
property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for
observing safe boating practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND
AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT
IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY
VIOLATE THE LAW.
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user
guides and other information relating to the product
(Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from,
another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between
any Translation of the Documentation, the English language version
of the Documentation will be the official version of the
Documentation.
This manual represents the product as at the time of printing.
Navico Holding AS and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates
reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice.
Copyright
Copyright © 2017 Navico Holding AS.
Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document.
In case of any queries, refer to the brand website of your unit or
system: www.lowrance.com.
Compliance statements
This equipment complies with:
•CE under 2014/53/EU Directive
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•The requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio communications
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) standard 2008
•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 undesired
operation.
The relevant Declaration of conformity is available in the product's
section at the following website: www.lowrance.com.
Industry Canada
IC RSS-GEN, Sec 8.4 Warning Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1)
l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de
l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si
le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Warning
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 the
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
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•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that of the receiver
•Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help
Internet usage
Some features in this product use an internet connection to
perform data downloads and uploads. Internet usage via a
connected mobile/cell phone internet connection or a pay-per-MB
type internet connection may require large data usage. Your service
provider may charge you based on the amount of data you transfer.
If you are unsure, contact your service provider to confirm rates and
restrictions.
Countries of intended use in the EU
AT - Austria
BE - Belgium
BG - Bulgaria
CY - Cyprus
CZ - Czech Republic
DK - Denmark
EE - Estonia
FI - Finland
FR - France
DE - Germany
GR - Greece
HU - Hungary
IS - Iceland
IE - Ireland
IT - Italy
LV - Latvia
LI - Liechtenstein
LT - Lithuania
LU - Luxembourg
MT - Malta
NL - Netherlands
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NO - Norway
PL - Poland
PT - Portugal
RO - Romania
SK - Slovak Republic
SI - Slovenia
ES - Spain
SE - Sweden
CH - Switzerland
TR - Turkey
UK - United Kingdom
Trademarks
Lowrance®and Navico®are registered trademarks of Navico.
Navico®is a registered trademark of Navico.
NMEA®and NMEA 2000®are registered trademarks of the National
Marine Electronics Association.
SiriusXM®is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
Mercury®is a registered trademark of Mercury.
C-MAP®is a registered trademark of C-MAP.
SD™and microSD™are trademarks or registered trademarks of
SD-3C, LLC in the United States, other countries or both.
Wi-Fi®is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Additional mapping data: Copyright© 2012 NSI, Inc.: Copyright©
2012 by Richardson’s Maptech.
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Navico product references
This manual refers to the following Navico products:
•Broadband Sounder™ (Broadband Sounder)
•DownScan Overlay™ (Overlay)
•GoFree™ (GoFree)
•INSIGHT GENESIS® (Insight Genesis)
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About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for installing HDS Carbon units.
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is
emphasized as follows:
ÚNote: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or
some important information.
Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn
personnel that they should proceed carefully to
prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/
personnel.
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Contents
11 Check the contents
11 HDS Carbon box contents
12 Overview
12 The front panel and keys
14 Rear connections
14 Card reader
16 Installation
16 Mounting location
17 Viewing angle
18 Bracket mounting
19 Panel mounting
20 Mounting the transducer
20 Research
20 Select a transducer location
21 Attaching the transducer
22 Adjusting the transducer
24 Wiring
24 Guidelines
25 Power connection
26 Transducer connection
27 Ethernet connector
28 NMEA 2000 device connection
30 NMEA 0183 device connection
31 Video in
33 Software Setup
33 First time startup
33 Time and Date
34 Data source selection
35 Device list
37 Diagnostics
38 Damping
38 Sonar setup
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43 StructureScan
43 SpotlightScan
44 Radar setup
47 Autopilot setup
53 Fuel setup
56 CZone setup
58 NMEA 2000 setup
58 NMEA 0183 setup
60 Ethernet setup
62 Wireless setup
68 Bluetooth wireless technology
68 Internal Wireless
68 Video In configuration
68 Mercury®
69 Suzuki Marine®
69 Software updates and data backup
73 Dimensional drawings
73 HDS 7 Carbon
73 HDS 9 Carbon
74 HDS 12 Carbon
74 HDS 16 Carbon
75 Accessories
75 NMEA 2000
75 Display accessories
76 Ethernet cables
76 Other accessories
77 Sonar accessories
78 Supported data
78 NMEA 2000 compliant PGN List
81 NMEA 0183 supported sentences
83 Technical specifications
83 HDS Carbon technical specifications
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Check the contents
Check the contents of the box for your unit.
HDS Carbon box contents
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9
8
10
1
2
3
4
5
6
11
1HDS Carbon display
2Suncover
3Bracket
4Knobs
5Fasteners (4x 6G x 1.5 panhead PH1)
6Power/NMEA 0183 cable
7Fuse holder (ATC blade)
8Fuse (5 A)
9Caps (3x for HDS-7, 4x for HDS-9/12/16 - for ethernet, NMEA
2000, StructureScan)
10 Documentation pack
11 Dash gasket (HDS-16 only)
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Overview
The unit has a built-in CHIRP/Broadband and StructureScan Sonar.
The unit can network over NMEA 2000, and Ethernet allows access
to data as well as control of numerous optional devices that can
provide Sonar, radar, audio entertainment, weather and digital
switching.
The unit has a built-in high speed GPS receiver (10Hz) and supports
Insight charts from Navico including Insight Genesis. The system
also supports charts from Navionics and C-MAP as well as content
created by a variety of third party mapping providers in the AT5
format. For a full selection of available charts, visit
www.gofreemarine.com, www.c-map.com or www.navionics.com.
The unit may be mounted to the vessel with the supplied mounting
bracket, or panel mounted.
The unit is intended for 12 V DC operation and will accept the
moderate fluctuations commonly seen in DC systems.
The front panel and keys
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5
2
4
7
689
10
1
3
12
1 Touchscreen
2
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2 Pages key
Press once to activate the Home page. Repeat short
presses to cycle the favorite buttons. Press and hold from
an active page to go to the last used page.
3 Cursor keys
Press arrows to move through menu items, to adjust a
value, and to move the cursor on a panel.
4 Zoom Out / Zoom In keys and MOB key
Zoom keys for panels and images. Simultaneous pressing
both keys saves a Man Overboard (MOB) waypoint at the
current vessel position.
5 Exit (X) key
Press to exit a dialog, to return to previous menu level, and
to remove the cursor from the panel.
6 Menu key
A single press displays the menu for the active panel/
overlay. Press and hold to hide or show the menu. A quick
double-press displays the settings menu.
7 Waypoint key
Press to display the dialog for saving new waypoints. Press
twice to quick save a waypoint. Press and hold to access the
Find menu.
8 Enter key
Press to select or save your settings.
9 Panel key
Used on multiple-panel pages. A short press switches
between the panels, a long press expands active panel to a
full page panel and back again.
10 Power key
Press once to display the System Controls dialog. Repeat
short presses to cycle the backlight brightness. Press and
hold to turn the unit ON/OFF.
11 Card reader door
12 microSD Card readers
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Rear connections
HDS Carbon rear connections
HDS-9/12/16
1 2 2 3 4 5
HDS-7
2 1 4 5 3
1 NMEA 2000 - data input / output
2 ETHERNET - high bandwidth data (radar, sonar, chart)
3 POWER - 12V input & NMEA 0183. Optional video-in via
adaptor
4 SONAR - CHIRP and Broadband Sonar
5 STRUCTURE - StructureScan HD Sonar
Card reader
Used for inserting a microSD memory card. The memory card can
be used for detailed chart data, software updates, transfer of user
data, and system backup.
ÚNote: Do not download, transfer or copy files to a chart card.
Doing so can damage chart information on the chart card.
The card reader door should always be securely shut immediately
after inserting or removing a card, in order to prevent possible water
ingress.
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2
1
All size displays have two card reader slots. The card reader door is
opened by sliding the door to the right (1) using your fingernail,
then hinging forward (2) from the right hand side.
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Installation
Mounting location
Choose the mounting locations carefully before you drill or cut.
For overall width and height requirements, refer to "Dimensional
drawings" on page 73.
Do not mount any part where it can be used as a hand hold, where
it might be submerged, or where it will interfere with the operation,
launching, or retrieving of the boat.
The unit should be mounted so that the operator can easily use the
controls and clearly see the screen.
The unit has a high-contrast screen and is viewable in direct
sunlight, but for best results install the unit out of direct sunlight.
The chosen location should have minimal glare from windows or
bright objects.
The mounting location may affect the internal GPS receiver. Test the
unit in its intended location to ensure satisfactory reception. An
external GPS source can be added to overcome poor reception
areas.
Check that it is possible to route cables to the intended mounting
location.
Leave sufficient clearance to connect all relevant cables.
Before cutting a hole in a panel, make sure that there are no hidden
electrical wires or other parts behind the panel.
Ensure that any holes cut are in a safe position and will not weaken
the boat’s structure. If in doubt, consult a qualified boat builder, or
marine electronics installer.
ÚNote: Where flush mounted, the enclosure should be dry and
well ventilated. In small enclosures, it may be required to fit
forced cooling.
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Warning: Inadequate ventilation and subsequent
overheating of the unit may cause unreliable operation
and reduced service life. Exposing the unit to
conditions that exceeds the specifications could
invalidate your warranty. – refer to "Technical specifications" on
page 83.
Viewing angle
The viewing angle influences the viewability of the monitor. The
recommended viewing angles relative to perpendicular are shown
in the illustrations below.
A
B
B
A
85°
85°
7"and9"
B B
AA
85° 85°
7"and9"
A
B
B
A
88°
88°
12"and16"
B B
AA
88° 88°
12"and16"
AOptimum viewing angle
BPoor viewing angle or obstructed view
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Bracket mounting
U-bracket mounting
1. Place the bracket in the desired mounting location. Ensure that
the chosen location has enough height to accommodate the
unit fitted in the bracket, and allows tilting of the unit. Also
adequate space is required on both sides to allow tightening
and loosening of the knobs.
2. Mark the screw locations using the bracket as a template, and
drill pilot holes. Use fasteners suited to the mounting surface
material. If the material is too thin for self-tappers, reinforce it, or
mount the bracket with machine screws and large washers. Use
only 304 or 316 stainless steel fasteners.
3. Screw down the bracket (A).
4. Mount the unit to the bracket using the knobs. Hand tighten
only. The ratchet teeth in the bracket and unit case ensure a
positive grip and prevent the unit from changing from the
desired angle (B).
A
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B
Panel mounting
The screws for panel mounting are included in the box.
For mounting instructions, refer to the mounting template.
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Mounting the transducer
Transducer location selection and installation are two of the most
critical steps in Sonar installation. To function properly the
transducer must be in the water at all times, and in a location that
has a smooth flow of water while the boat is moving.
Warning: Read all the mounting instructions before
drilling or cutting holes in your vessel.
Research
Before starting the installation of the transducer, check the
following:
•Find out if the boat builder has a recommended installation
location
•Establish the direction of rotation of the propeller(s)
•With the boat traveling at cruising speed, watch the water flow
behind the boat to find the area with the smoothest flow (least
bubbles)
Select a transducer location
The primary aim is to stay clear of propeller and hull generated
turbulence, while mounting the transducer as close to the center of
the vessel as possible.
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4
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