Mercury Pinpoint GPS User manual

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PINPOINT KEY FOB, FCC ID ‑ MVU10148
ACMA: N2523
IC: 6094A‑09291, 6094A‑09305
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.
2. This device must accept any interference received including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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expressly approved by MotorGuide could void the user's authority to
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relevant provisions of the 99/5/EC R&TTE directive.
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(shown, below) in accordance with European Standard EN50419.
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Thank you for purchasing the MotorGuide Pinpoint GPS Navigation System.
The Pinpoint GPS Navigation System is designed to enhance the precision
control and functionality of your MotorGuide trolling motor. We're confident that
the Pinpoint GPS will enhance your fishing experience and we appreciate that
you chose MotorGuide.
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Warranty Information
MotorGuide Two Year Limited Warranty............................................................ 1
Product Installation and Operation
Installing the Pinpoint GPS Modules.................................................................. 3
Operating the Pinpoint GPS System................................................................ 12
Owner Service Assistance
Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting........................................... 26
Service Assistance........................................................................................... 27
Mercury Marine Service Offices........................................................................ 27
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MotorGuide Two Year Limited Warranty
KEEP YOUR ORIGINAL PURCHASE RECEIPT OR BILL OF SALE.
1. For recreational use customers, Pinpoint GPS components are warranted
to the original retail purchaser to be free from defects in material or
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase.
2. To obtain warranty service, the purchaser should deliver or return the unit
(postage prepaid and insured) to any MotorGuide authorized service
dealer. DO NOT RETURN TO PLACE OF PURCHASE unless they are
an authorized service center. Products returned by mail should be
carefully packaged and include a note describing the nature of the
problem and/or service requested, customer address, and phone number.
A copy of the receipt, bill of sale, registration verification or other proof of
purchase is required with the return of the product for warranty
consideration. Warranty claims will not be accepted without presentation
of purchase receipt for the trolling motor, other verification of registration,
or bill of sale for a boat package.
3. MotorGuide, at its discretion, will repair or replace items covered under
the terms of this warranty. Neither MotorGuide nor MotorGuide service
dealers are responsible for damages to MotorGuide products due to
repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized MotorGuide
service dealer. Neither MotorGuide nor Attwood is responsible for failure
or damage caused by improper installation, set‑up, preparation, or
previous service or repair errors.
4. For commercial use and government use customers, Pinpoint GPS
components are warranted to the original retail purchaser to be free from
defects in material or workmanship for one (1) year. Commercial use is
defined as any work or employment‑related use of the product, or any use
of the product which generates income, for any part of the warranty
period, even if the product is only occasionally used for such purpose
such as rental fleets, guides, fish camps or similar operations. Warranty is
not transferable to any subsequent purchaser. The Mercury Product
Protection plan is not available to commercial use or government use
customers.
5. Warranty coverage is available to customers that purchase from an
authorized dealer or retailer that is authorized by MotorGuide to distribute
the product in the country in which the sale occurred. Warranty coverage
and duration varies by the country in which the owner resides. This
Limited Warranty begins on the date the product is first sold to a
purchaser or the date on which the product is first put into service,
whichever occurs first. The repair or replacement of parts, or the
performance of service under this warranty, does not extend the life of this
warranty beyond its original expiration date. Promotional warranties are
not included in this statement and coverage may vary by promotion.
Product either sold or put into service more than six years from date of
manufacture is excluded from warranty coverage.
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6. We reserve the right to improve the design of any trolling motor or
accessory without assuming any obligation to modify any trolling motor or
accessory previously manufactured.
7. This warranty will not apply to: 1) haul‑out, launch, towing and storage,
transportation charges and/or travel time, telephone or rental charges of
any type, inconvenience, or loss of time or income, or other consequential
damages; or 2) removal or replacement of boat partitions or material
because of boat design for necessary access to the Product; or 3)
disconnection and reconnection of hard‑wired trolling motors.
8. TERMINATION OF COVERAGE: Warranty coverage may be terminated
for repossessed product, or product purchased at auction, from a salvage
yard, from a liquidator, from an insurance company, from unauthorized
marine dealers or boatbuilders, or other third party entities.
9. ALL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM THIS WARRANTY, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY, IMPLIED
WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE LIFE OF THIS WARRANTY.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS
WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
For your records:
Model number _______________________________
Serial number _______________________________
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Installing the Pinpoint GPS Modules
! WARNING
Before working around electrical system components, disconnect the battery
cables from the battery to prevent injury or damage to the electrical system
due to an accidental short circuit.
1. Starting with the negative (–) lead, disconnect the trolling motor battery
cables from the battery, or unplug the trolling motor from the boat's power
receptacle.
2. Remove the five screws from under the trolling motor head. Remove the
cover from the trolling motor head.
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3. Remove the cable grommet from the trolling motor head.
a - GPS module mounting holes
b - Cable grommet
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4. Place the upper GPS module into the trolling motor head as shown, with
the GPS cable exiting the module from below. Secure the upper GPS
module to the trolling motor head with two mounting screws. Push the
power wires to one side to ease installation of the GPS cable. Route the
GPS cable out of the trolling motor head, through the slot in the cable
grommet as shown.
NOTE: The cable grommet is molded to allow the GPS cable to be routed
under it.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the mounting screws or use power tools to
tighten the screws.
a - Upper GPS module
b - Mounting screws (2)
c - Incorrect GPS cable routing—do not install the cable here
d - Cable grommet
e - Unused slot for sonar cable
f - GPS cable
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5. Place the cover onto the trolling motor head. Ensure that the cable
grommet is seated in the trolling motor head and that no wires are
pinched. Install the five screws that secure the cover to the trolling motor
head.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the screws or use power tools to tighten the
screws.
6. Extend the trolling motor column so that the coiled power cable is as long
as possible. Starting from the trolling motor head, wrap the coiled GPS
cable around each coil of the power cable until you reach the lower
mount. This will place the coiled GPS cable inside the coils for the power
cable.
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7. Remove the side panel screws from each side of the trolling motor. Gently
pull the side panels away from the mount, taking care not to damage the
locating tabs, and remove the side panels from both sides of the trolling
motor.
a - Side panel screws
b - Locating tab
8. Remove the status indicator light panel from the trolling motor by lifting it
up, then rotating it to clear the foot release lever. Do not unplug the status
indicator light panel from the trolling motor.
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9. Install the lower GPS module into the empty slot into the trolling motor
base in the following order:
Place the lower GPS module gently into the empty slot. Route the
NMEA cable through the slots as shown, with the connector exiting
the trolling motor base.
NOTE: If the NMEA cable will not be used, it can be coiled and left inside the
trolling motor base.
Remove the cap from the female GPS connector.
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Route the male GPS connector through the slot, and connect it to
the female GPS connector by aligning the pins and locating tabs in
the connectors. Press the connectors together, then turn the nut 1/4
turn to the right until it locks.
Gently press the lower GPS module into the opening until it is fully
seated.
Remove the plastic plug, and route the GPS cable through the
opening in the trolling motor base.
a - Status light indicator panel
b - Status light harness
c - NMEA cable
d - Female GPS connector
e - Male GPS connector
f - Lower GPS module
g - GPS cable
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10. Install the status indicator light panel. Ensure that no wires are pinched
between the status indicator light panel and the trolling motor, and that the
GPS cable is positioned as shown.
a - Status indicator light panel
b - GPS cable
11. Install the side panels onto the trolling motor. Ensure that the status
indicator light panel is seated between the side panels as shown, and that
no wires are pinched.
a - Status indicator light panel not seated—incorrect
b - Status indicator light panel seated between side panels—correct
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12. Ensure that no wires are pinched between the side panels and the trolling
motor. Tighten the side panel mounting screws.
a - Side panel screws
b - Locating tab
LINKING THE HANDHELD REMOTE TO THE TROLLING MOTOR
The first time the trolling motor is powered up, the handheld remote will need to
be linked to the trolling motor. The linking procedure is listed as follows:
1. Starting with the positive (+) lead, connect the trolling motor power cables
to the battery.
2. Within ten seconds after connecting the power cables, press the left
arrow button and right arrow button on the handheld remote at the same
time. The trolling motor will emit a low tune to confirm that the handheld
remote has been linked to the trolling motor.
a - Left arrow button
b - Propeller button
c - Right arrow button
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If you wish to clear the linked handheld from the trolling motor's memory, press
the left arrow, right arrow, and propeller buttons at the same time. You will
need to complete the link procedure again to use the handheld remote with the
trolling motor.
MOUNTING ANGLE CALIBRATION
IMPORTANT: This calibration is required and is normally completed once when
the GPS modules are installed. It should be repeated when the trolling motor is
moved from one boat to another. This calibration can be done with the boat in
or out of the water.
a - Left turn
b - Right turn
c - Manual mode
d - #2 button
e - #1 button
IMPORTANT: A fixed GPS position is required to complete the mounting angle
calibration. The Xi5 will emit an audible tune once it has acquired a fixed GPS
position (in the default audio mode), and the GPS status indicator light will
illuminate.
1. Power up and deploy the trolling motor. Adjust the motor height so that
the motor is clear of any obstructions while turning.
IMPORTANT: Stay a safe distance away from the propeller—the trolling motor
is in an operational mode.
! WARNING
Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never start or
operate the motor out of water.
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2. Use the left turn and right turn buttons to steer the unit so that it is
facing straight ahead, parallel with the keel of the boat, with the nose cone
of the lower unit facing forward and the propeller facing aft.
View of boat from above
a - Nose cone facing the bow
b - Propeller facing the stern
c - Parallel lines
3. Once the lower unit is positioned as close to parallel with the keel as
possible, press and hold the manual mode button, then press and
release the 1, 1, then 2 buttons in sequence. The trolling motor will emit
an audible tune, flash the status indicator light, and then return to manual
mode, completing the mounting angle calibration.
COMPASS CALIBRATION
IMPORTANT: This calibration is completed at the factory. It should only be
repeated if the Pinpoint GPS system is not responding properly. This calibration
must be done with the boat in the water, using the primary propulsion engine.
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IMPORTANT: A fixed GPS position is required to complete the compass
calibration. The Xi5 will emit an audible tune once it has acquired a fixed GPS
position (in the default audio mode), and the GPS status indicator light will
illuminate.
a - Manual mode
b - #1 button
1. Locate a suitable area clear of obstructions to navigation (both above and
below the waterline) to perform the compass calibration.
2. Deploy the trolling motor. Verify that you are in a location where your
trolling motor and primary propulsion engine will not hit bottom or other
obstructions.
3. Press and hold the manual mode button, then press 1, 1, 1. The trolling
motor will emit three ascending‑tone beeps.
4. Use the primary propulsion engine to slowly drive the boat in two
complete circles. The trolling motor will emit a tune when the compass
calibration is complete.
RESET TO FACTORY CALIBRATION
To reset the trolling motor to the factory calibration, press and hold the manual
mode button, then press 1, 1, 4.
Operating the Pinpoint GPS System
PINPOINT GPS STARTUP
The global positioning system (GPS) is a satellite‑based navigation system
capable of providing positional information anywhere on Earth, provided that
the GPS receiver has a clear line of sight to at least four GPS satellites.
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When the trolling motor is powered up and deployed, it is immediately capable
of operating as a conventional trolling motor. The trolling motor will require
approximately 30 seconds to acquire a fixed GPS position. Having a clear view
of the sky overhead, with no large trees, power lines, bridges, or buildings to
interfere with the GPS signal, will improve the GPS accuracy and reduce the
amount of time required to obtain a fixed GPS position. Once the unit has
acquired a fixed GPS position, the GPS accuracy will continually improve for
several minutes. It is recommended to power up the trolling motor as soon as
possible before operation to allow the fixed GPS position to become as
accurate as possible.
Power up the trolling motor by connecting the battery cables to the trolling
motor batteries, or plugging the trolling motor into the trolling motor power plug
(if equipped). The trolling motor will emit audio signals to make the operator
aware of its status.
• The trolling motor will emit one beep when it is powered up.
• The trolling motor will emit a three‑beep tune once it has acquired a fixed
GPS position, and the GPS status indicator light will illuminate.
OPERATING IN MANUAL MODE
In manual mode, the trolling motor operates like a conventional trolling motor. It
allows the operator to manually control the direction of travel and thrust level of
the trolling motor, using the directional controls on the handheld remote or
wireless foot pedal. Refer to the following illustration and instructions to operate
the trolling motor in manual mode with the handheld remote.
Once the trolling motor is powered up, it is ready to operate in manual mode.
Manual mode is the default mode after power‑up, and also if the GPS signal is
lost while in a GPS operating mode. The trolling motor will emit one beep to
indicate its status in manual mode. To enter manual mode from another mode,
press the manual mode button.
a - Left turn
b - Propeller on/off
c - Increase speed
d - Right turn
e - Manual mode
f - Decrease speed
Turning the Handheld Remote On or Off
The handheld remote is always on, and is ready for use anytime that the trolling
motor is powered up and in the deployed position.
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Steering
•To turn left, press the left turn button on the handheld remote.
•To turn right, press the right turn button on the handheld remote.
• The available steering range allows the trolling motor to turn beyond 180°
for operation in reverse.
Speed Control
•Press the propeller on/off button once to start the propeller, and press
the propeller on/off button again to stop the propeller.
• The trolling motor will emit a two‑beep tone when the propeller is started,
and the propeller status indicator light on the trolling motor will illuminate.
• The trolling motor will emit a two‑beep tone when the propeller is stopped,
and the propeller status indicator light will turn off.
•The system is equipped with 20 speed levels. Press the increase speed
(+) button to increase motor speed by one level, and press the decrease
speed (–) button to reduce the motor speed by one level.
•Holding the increase speed (+) or decrease speed (–) buttons will cause
the speed level to increase or decrease until the speed level is reached.
Holding the increase speed (+) or decrease speed (–) button for 2.5
seconds will increase the speed level from 0% to 100%, or decrease from
100% to 0%, respectively. The trolling motor will emit two beeps when it
reaches the 100% or 0% speed level.
• The trolling motor will emit two beeps if the user tries to increase or
decrease the motor speed beyond its limits.
ANCHOR MODE
Operating in Anchor Mode
Anchor mode allows the boat's bow to remain in a fixed location, and will
automatically account for wind and current changes to keep the boat in the
selected location, using the trolling motor steering and speed controls. In order
for anchor mode to operate, the Pinpoint GPS system must have achieved a
fixed GPS location, indicated by the trolling motor emitting a three‑beep tune,
and the GPS status indicator light will illuminate.
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! WARNING
Avoid serious injury from colliding with other boats, running aground, or
striking objects in the water. The Pinpoint GPS system cannot detect other
boats, shallow water, or objects in the water. Always beware of possible
obstructions to navigation when operating in any Pinpoint GPS mode.
a - Anchor mode
b - Manual mode
! WARNING
A spinning propeller, a moving boat, or any solid device attached to the boat
can cause serious injury or death to swimmers. Stop the trolling motor
immediately whenever anyone in the water is near your boat.
Setting the Anchor
Press the anchor mode button to place the system in anchor mode. When the
anchor mode button is pressed, the system will lock onto the fixed GPS
position at the moment that the button was pressed. The trolling motor will emit
one ascending chirp to indicate its status in anchor mode, and the GPS status
indicator light will blink slowly.
While anchor mode holds the boat in the selected position, the boat may rotate
or pivot around the trolling motor's steering axis. The orientation of the boat will
follow the wind and/or current.
Exiting Anchor Mode
Press the anchor mode button again or press the manual mode button. The
trolling motor will emit a descending chirp and the GPS status indicator light on
the trolling motor will stop blinking and remain on.
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Adjusting the Anchor Position
a - Left turn—"jog" left
b - Increase speed—"jog" ahead
c - Right turn—"jog" right
d - Decrease speed—"jog" behind
Once the trolling motor is in anchor mode, the anchor position can be adjusted
by pressing any of the four buttons indicated above. Pressing the left turn,
right turn, increase speed (+), or decrease speed (–) buttons once will
adjust the anchor position by five feet in the direction selected, relative to the
boat's heading. For example, pressing the + button once will move the anchor
position forward of the bow by five feet.
NOTE: Pressing a button multiple times will move the anchor position five feet
for each time the button is pressed.
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