MINN KOTA i-Pilot User manual

Owner’s Manual

© 2010 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ......................................................................................3
Two-Year Warranty ........................................................................ 4-5
Installation .................................................................................... 6-25
Parts List ............................................................................................6-9
Preparing for Installation ....................................................................10
Installation of i-Pilot Controller ......................................................11-27
Verifying Installation ..................................................................... 28-29
Getting Started ........................................................................... 30-37
Knowing Your Remote ................................................................. 30-32
Knowing Your i-Pilot Controller ................................................... 33-36
System Startup ...................................................................................37
Manual Control ........................................................................... 38-41
GPS Motor Control ......................................................................42-61
Spot Lock ..................................................................................... 44-47
Cruise Control .............................................................................. 48-49
AutoPilot /Advanced AutoPilot .................................................... 50-55
Track Recording/Playback .............................................................56-61
Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................ 62-63
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 64-67
Glossary ..................................................................................... 68-69
Compliance Statements .............................................................. 70-71
Warranty Card ................................................................................ 72
Accessories ...................................................................................... 73
Notes ..........................................................................................74-75
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Thank you for purchasing the Minn Kota® i-Pilot®. This revolutionary control
system uses GPS technology to record and store tracks and locations which
are then used to deliver unprecedented levels of boat control. Intuitive
features and wireless control help to accurately position your boat and
improve your bait presentation. i-Pilot navigates and positions your boat for
you, so you can focus on fishing.
This i-Pilot User Guide is divided into four main sections: Installation, Getting
Started, Manual Control, and GPS Motor Control. A waterproof and
easy-to-read Quick Reference Guide is also included as a supplement to the
User Guide, both of which can be stored in the boat for easy access.
A French version of the manual is available on line at minnkotamotors.com
Une version français du manuel est disponible en ligne à minnkotamotors.com
Safety and Cautions
You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. We
have designed i-Pilot to be an accurate and reliable tool that will enhance boat
operation and improve your ability to catch fish. This product does not relieve
you from the responsibility for safe operation of your boat. You must avoid
hazards to navigation and always maintain a permanent watch so you can
respond to situations as they develop. You must always be prepared to regain
manual control of your boat. Learn to operate your i-Pilot in an area free
from hazards and obstacles.
Warranty and Registration
To receive all the benefits of your product warranty please fill out and mail
the warranty registration card. You may also register your product online at
minnkotamotors.com.
Correctly installing i-Pilot on a Minn Kota trolling motor will not void the
original motor warranty or the warranty of any previously installed
accessories. Installing i-Pilot will not extend the warranty of any Minn Kota
product it is being installed into or in conjunction with.

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LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON
ENTIRE PRODUCT:
Johnson Outdoors Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that the purchaser’s
entire i-Pilot System® accessory is free from defects in materials and
workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase.
Johnson Outdoors Inc. will, at its option, either repair or replace, free of
charge, any parts found to be defective during the term of this warranty.
Such repair or replacement shall be the sole and exclusive liability of Johnson
Outdoors Inc. and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach
of this warranty.
These limited warranties do not apply to i-Pilot Systems used commercially,
nor do they cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not affect the
operation, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modification,
misuse or improper care or maintenance. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE
OF OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT MEETING THE DESIGN
SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement
parts that are not defective are the responsibility of the purchaser.
To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the part believed to be defective and
proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase) must be presented
to a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center or to Minn Kota’s factory
service center in Mankato, MN. Any charges incurred for service calls,
transportation or shipping/freight to/from the Minn Kota Authorized
Service Center or factory, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig
products removed for warranty service, or any other similar items are the sole
and exclusive responsibility of the purchaser. i-Pilot systems purchased outside
of the U.S. (or parts of such systems) must be returned prepaid with proof of
purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number) to any
Authorized Minn Kota Service Center in the country of purchase. Warranty
service can be arranged by contacting a Minn Kota Authorized Service
Center listed on the enclosed sheet or by contacting the factory at
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1-800-227-6433, 1-507-345-4623 or fax [phone]. Note: Do not
return your i-Pilot or parts to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to
repair or replace them.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THESE LIMITED
WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXTEND BEYOND TWO YEARS
FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOHNSON
OUTDOORS MARINE ELECTRONICS L.L.C. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES.
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 and/or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary
from state to state.
“WARNING: This product contains chemical(s) known to the state of
California to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity.”

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PARTS LIST VIEW TERROVA
ITEM
#
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1 2990255 I-PILOT CONTROLLER, TERROVA 1
2 2994085 REMOTE, ASSEMBLY I-PILOT 1
3 2372100 SCREW, #8-18 X 5/8" SS 4
4* 2377150 MANUAL, I-PILOT 1
5* 2377151 MANUAL, I-PILOT QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1
6* 2370817 LANYARD, REMOTE WITH CARABINEER 1
* Not Shown In Exploded View

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PARTS LIST VIEW RIPTIDE ST
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ITEM
#
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1 2990256 I-PILOT CONTROLLER, RIPTIDE ST 1
2 2994085 REMOTE, ASSEMBLY I-PILOT 1
3 2372100 SCREW, #8-18 X 5/8" SS 4
4* 2377150 MANUAL, I-PILOT 1
5* 2377151 MANUAL, I-PILOT QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1
6* 2370817 LANYARD, REMOTE WITH CARABINEER 1
* Not Shown In Exploded View

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PARTS LIST VIEW POWERDRIVE V2
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ITEM
#
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1 2990265 I-PILOT CONTROLLER, POWERDRIVE V2 1
2 2994085 REMOTE, ASSEMBLY I-PILOT 1
3 2372100 SCREW, #8-18 X 5/8" SS 4
4 2224704 INSERT PLUG, BLACK SLOTTED 1
5 2376312 TIE, NYLON 5
6 2375403 HEAT SHRINK, .375 X 2 ADHESIVE LINED 3:1 4
7 2303430 SCREW - 1/4 - 20 X 5/8 - SELFTAP ZP 2
8* 2377150 MANUAL, I-PILOT 1
9* 2377151 MANUAL, I-PILOT QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1
10* 2370817 LANYARD, REMOTE WITH CARABINEER 1
* Not Shown In Exploded View

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PARTS LIST VIEW RIPTIDE SP
ITEM
#
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1 2990266 I-PILOT CONTROLLER, RIPTIDE SP 1
2 2994085 REMOTE, ASSEMBLY I-PILOT 1
3 2372100 SCREW, #8-18 X 5/8" SS 4
4 2224705 INSERT PLUG, WHITE SLOTTED 1
5 2376312 TIE, NYLON 5
6 2375403 HEAT SHRINK, .375 X 2 ADHESIVE LINED 3:1 10
7 2332104 SCREW - 1/4 - 20 X 5/8 SS 2
8* 2377150 MANUAL, I-PILOT 1
9* 2377151 MANUAL, I-PILOT QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1
10* 2370817 LANYARD, REMOTE WITH CARABINEER 1
* Not Shown In Exploded View

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PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
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Preparing for Installation
Tools you will need during installation
Terrova and Riptide ST
-Phillips screwdriver
PowerDrive V2
-Phillips screwdriver
-Needle-nose pliers
-Utility knife
-Heat gun or other heat source for installing heat shrink
Riptide SP
-Phillips screwdriver
-Needle-nose pliers
-Utility knife
-Heat gun or other heat source for installing heat shrink
To help with future service work or ordering replacement parts, please refer
to the information box in the Notes section located on page 74 of this manual.
Before installing i-Pilot on your motor, make sure the trolling motor is
properly installed on your boat. Find a clean and dry location for performing
the installation.
Most importantly, disconnect all power to the trolling motor before
installation. Not only will this protect you but also the sensitive electronics
you are about to install.
Read through the entire installation process before performing the installation.
If you need help or need further instruction on installing i-Pilot, please go
online at minnkotamotors.com for a full step-by-step, guided installation video.
You may also call Minn Kota technical service at 1-800-227-6433 to talk to a
customer service representative.

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INSTALLATION
For PowerDrive V2 and Riptide SP trolling
motors go to page 13.
i-Pilot Installation on
Terrova and Riptide ST
Trolling Motors
*i-Pilot will override all CoPilot
functionality. CoPilot remotes will
not function with i-Pilot.
*The Terrova foot pedal is fully
functional and supported when i-Pilot
is installed correctly.
1. Remove all power to the
trolling motor.
2. Remove control box cover
screws and cover using Phillips
screwdriver. (Figure 1)
3. If the trolling motor has the
AutoPilot feature, unplug the
AutoPilot control board and
remove it from the control
box. (Figures 2 and 3)
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
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4. Plug the i-Pilot controller
connector into the accessory
connector as shown.
(Figure 4) Be careful to
orient connector properly
prior to pushing together.
The plug will click twice when
pushing it together and
the yellow end will be fully
covered when installed
properly.
Make sure connector is
aligned properly. (Figure 5)
Make sure connector is fully
seated as shown. (Figure 5)
5. Place the i-Pilot controller
where the control box cover
was installed and secure with
supplied #8 screws. Do
not over tighten screws.
(Figure 6)
6. i-Pilot is now installed.
Proceed to page 28 to verify
your installation.
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
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i-Pilot Installation on
PowerDrive V2 and
Riptide SP
*Note: Once i-Pilot is installed
in a PowerDrive V2 or Riptide SP
motor, the foot pedal cannot be
used again unless i-Pilot is
fully uninstalled.
1. Remove all power to the
trolling motor.
2. If a CoPilot is installed, it
must be removed as follows:
a. Disconnect motor
connector and foot pedal
connector from CoPilot.
(Figure 7)
b. Remove the CoPilot
receiver from the motor
by removing both
mounting screws. Do not
replace these screws as
the side plates will be
removed in step 13 of this
installation. (Figure 8)
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8
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3. Remove control box cover
screws and cover using Phillips
screwdriver. (Figure 9)
4. If the trolling motor has
AutoPilot it must be removed
as follows:
a. Disconnect all six
AutoPilot connectors from
AutoPilot controller, using
a needle-nose pliers and a
utility knife to remove any
heat shrink insulation that
may exist. (Figure 10)
b. Remove the AutoPilot
controller from the head
of the trolling motor.
(Figure 11) This is done by
pushing out the locking tabs
then lifting the circuit board
out. Finally lift out the
compass.
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 11
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5. Remove grommet by pulling
back on coil cord strain relief
and pushing down on
grommet until it pops out.
(Figure 12)
6. Review the cables in the head
of the trolling motor.
a. If a sonar cable is present,
it must be routed around
the outer perimeter of the
control box. The sonar
ground wire should also
be routed as shown.
(Figure 13)
b. The motor power wires
must be routed as shown.
(Figure 13)
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FIGURE 13
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Sonar
Ground
Wire
Grommet
Power Wires
AutoPilot Wires
(AutoPilot Motors Only)
Sonar
Cable
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7. Route i-Pilot controller cable
through grommet hole and
through center of coil cord.
(Figure 14)
8. If AutoPilot was removed,
insulate the loose AutoPilot
connectors as follows:
a. For PowerDrive V2
Motors: Using a
needle-nose pliers push
all six AutoPilot connectors
that were disconnected in
step 4 onto terminal
holders located on the
underside of the i-Pilot
Controller. (Figure 15)
IMPORTANT: Pull on
each wire to make sure it
is secured properly. Loose
wires can cause damage to
i-Pilot Controller and the
entire motor.
AutoPilot connectors
must be placed onto
holders exactly as shown.
(Figure 16)
FIGURE 15 Insert AutoPilot wires into terminal holders.
FIGURE 14
FIGURE 16
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b. For Riptide SP Motors:
Apply heat shrink insulation
supplied in bag assembly
to the ends of all six loose
AutoPilot connectors as
shown. (Figure 17) Use a
zip tie to bundle connectors
together. Trim the zip tie
and place connector bundle
in the middle of the control
box as shown. (Figure 18) FIGURE 17 Insulate and seal six AutoPilot wires on
Riptide SP motors with supplied heat shrink.
Pinch ends of heat
shrink shut using
needle-nose pliers.
FIGURE 18 Place insulated AutoPilot wires in the
bottom center of the control box as shown.
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9. Install new grommet supplied
with i-Pilot by snapping it into
the hole located in front of
the coil cord strain relief. The
i-Pilot controller cable must be
placed in the pass-through slot
of the grommet. (Figure 19)
10. Place the i-Pilot controller
where the control box cover
was installed. Pull any extra
controller cable out of the
control box by gently pulling
on the cable. (Figure 20)
11. Secure cover with supplied
#8 screws. Do not over
tighten screws. (Figure 21)
FIGURE 19
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12. Secure the i-Pilot controller
cable to the motor coil cord in
all three locations shown using
zip ties provided. (Figure 22)
Trim zip ties using utility knife.
Failure to secure cable will
result in possible damage to
the cabling during operation.
13. Remove the left and right
side plates of trolling motor
by loosening all four side
plate screws using a Phillips
screwdriver. (Figure 23)
FIGURE 23
FIGURE 22
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Zip Tie
Location 1
Zip Tie
Location 2
Zip Tie
Location 3
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14. Remove center housing by
pushing in on both sides
and lifting up at the same
time. This will expose the
main control board and
wiring. (Figure 24)
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Disconnect both wires by removing heat shrink and pulling them apart.
Entrance of steering cable through center housing
FIGURE 24
FIGURE 25