MINN KOTA i-Pilot User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU
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.
REGISTRATION
Remember to keep your receipt and immediately register
your trolling motor. A registration card is included with your
motor or you can complete registration on our website at
minnkotamotors.com.
SERIAL NUMBER
Your Minn Kota 11-character serial number is very important. It
helps to determine the specific model and year of manufacture.
When contacting Consumer Service or registering your product,
you will need to know your product’s serial number. We
recommend that you write the serial number down so that you
have it available for future reference.
NOTE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your
retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace
this unit. You may obtain service by: calling Minn Kota
at [phone]; returning your product to the Minn
Kota Factory Service Center; sending or taking your
product to any Minn Kota authorized service center.
A list of authorized service centers is available on our
website, at minnkotamotors.com. Please include proof of
purchase, serial number and purchase date for warranty
service with any of the above options.
Model:________________________________________________________
Serial Number: ______________________________________________
Purchase Date: ______________________________________________
Store Where Purchased: ___________________________________
PRODUCT INFORMATION
(FOR CONSUMER REFERENCE ONLY)
NOTE: The location of the serial number, for the i-Pilot
navigation system, is different based on the motor it is
installed on. The motor serial number encompasses the
i-Pilot navigation system. Refer to the images to the
right to determine location based on motor model.
Terrova & Riptide Terrova
Ultrex
PowerDrive & Riptide PowerDrive
Ulterra & Riptide Ulterra
Made by Minn Kota
Johnson Outdoors
Marine Electronics, Inc.
121 Power Drive
Mankato, MN 56001 USA
Trolling Motors
Produced in 2012
TERROVA 55-54"_BT
MODEL 1358803
SER NO R365 MK12345
EXAMPLE
Made by Minn Kota
Johnson Outdoors
Marine Electronics, Inc.
121 Power Drive
Mankato, MN 56001 USA
Trolling Motors
Produced in 2012
POWERDRIVE 55/IP-54"_BT
MODEL 1358744
SER NO R365 MK12345
EXAMPLE
Made by Minn Kota
Johnson Outdoors
Marine Electronics, Inc.
121 Power Drive
Mankato, MN 56001 USA
Trolling Motors
Produced in 2015
ULTREX 80/US2/IP-45"_BT
MODEL 1368800
SER NO R365 MK12345
EXAMPLE
Made by Minn Kota
Johnson Outdoors
Marine Electronics, Inc.
121 Power Drive
Mankato, MN 56001 USA
Trolling Motors
Produced in 2015
SER NO R365 MK12345
ULTERRA 80/US2/IPLINK-45"_BT
MODEL 1358923
EXAMPLE

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Table of ConTenTs
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS .....................................................................................................4
WARRANTY ....................................................................................................................................... 5
FEATURES ..........................................................................................................................................6
REMOTE BUTTONS ....................................................................................................................... 7
HEADER & ICONOGRAPHY ......................................................................................................8
DISPLAY SCREEN ...........................................................................................................................9
GETTING STARTED......................................................................................................................10
The i-Pilot System .....................................................................................................................10
System Startup............................................................................................................................11
AUDIO MODES ............................................................................................................................... 13
Audio Mode Control................................................................................................................... 13
SPOT-LOCK....................................................................................................................................... 15
How Spot-Lock Works.............................................................................................................. 15
Spot-Lock Functions................................................................................................................. 15
CRUISE CONTROL ........................................................................................................................ 18
i-Pilot with Cruise Control........................................................................................................18
Working with Cruise Control....................................................................................................19
HIGH SPEED BYPASS................................................................................................................. 21
Motor Speed and High Speed Bypass................................................................................. 21
Controlling High Speed Bypass.............................................................................................. 21
AUTOPILOT......................................................................................................................................23
i-Pilot with Autopilot.................................................................................................................23
AutoPilot Modes ........................................................................................................................23
Working with AutoPilot ........................................................................................................... 24
iTRACKS ............................................................................................................................................ 26
Understanding iTracks ............................................................................................................. 26
Working with iTracks..................................................................................................................27
iTrack Arrival Modes................................................................................................................. 29
HEADING SENSOR...................................................................................................................... 30
Heading Sensor Features ....................................................................................................... 30
Heading Sensor Functions ..................................................................................................... 30
Light Patterns ............................................................................................................................ 30
Installation.................................................................................................................................... 31
Working with the Heading Sensor.........................................................................................37
MOTOR CONTROLS.....................................................................................................................41
REMOTE CONTROLS.................................................................................................................46
i-PILOT APP .................................................................................................................................... 56
Launching the App & Demo Mode ....................................................................................... 59
Getting Started..........................................................................................................................60
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................64
Battery Replacement............................................................................................................... 64
i-Pilot Software ......................................................................................................................... 65
Pairing a Remote with a Controller ...................................................................................... 66
General Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 68
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 68
COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS ................................................................................................ 70
PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST.........................................................................................72

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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Please thoroughly read the user manual. Follow all instructions and heed all safety and cautionary notices. Use of this product is
only permitted for persons that have read and understood these user instructions. Minors may use this product only under adult
supervision.
UTION
This unit uses a magnetic compass to detect direction of travel. The compass can be adversely affected by magnets or large,
ferrous metal objects near (within 24” of) the trolling motor control head.
Obstructions on the propeller may cause excessive vibration of the motor head. This vibration can cause the compass to wander
and erratic steering to occur. Clear the obstruction to return the motor to normal operation.
WARNING
This product contains chemical(s) known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity.
WARNING
You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. We have designed your Minn Kota product 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 Minn Kota product in an area free from hazards and obstacles.
WARNING
It is recommended to only use Johnson Outdoors approved accessories with your Minn Kota motor, such as this i-Pilot system.
Using non-approved accessories including to mount or control your motor may cause damage, unexpected motor operation
and injury. Be sure to use the product and approved accessories, including remotes, safely and in the manner directed to avoid
accidental or unexpected motor operation. Keep all factory installed parts in place including motor and accessory covers,
enclosures and guards.
WARNING
When the motor is being controlled by the i-Pilot navigation system, the Controller will continue to perform the last task it was
assigned, even when the remote is not powered on. Be sure to know how to power the motor "on" and "off", and always be alert
for unexpected motor movement, such as a turning propeller, even when the remote is powered "off". Refer to the Owner's
Manual for how to control the motor without the i-Pilot remote and become familiar with it's features including how to turn it
"on" and "off".

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WARRANTY
WARRANTY ON MINN KOTA I-PILOT® AND I-PILOT® LINK™ WIRELESS
GPS TROLLING SYSTEM ACCESSORY
Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. (“JOME”) extends the following limited warranty to the original retail purchaser only. Warranty coverage is not
transferable.
Minn Kota Limited Two-Year Warranty on the Entire Product
JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota i-Pilot® or i-Pilot® Link™ Wireless GPS Trolling System Accessory
will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either
repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Such repair, or replacement shall be the sole and
exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty.
Exclusions & Limitations
This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been used commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal
wear and tear, blemishes that do not affect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modification, shipping damages,
negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insufficient 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 which are not in breach of the limited warranty are the responsibility of the purchaser. Prior to using
products, the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the products for the intended use and assumes all related risk and liability. Any assistance JOME
provides to or procures for the purchaser outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms,
limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty. JOME will not reimburse the purchaser for any expenses incurred by the
purchaser in repairing, correcting or replacing any defective products or parts, except those incurred with JOME’s prior written permission. JOME’S
AGGREGATE LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO COVERED PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASER’S
ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR SUCH PRODUCT.
How To Obtain Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the product believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase), must be presented
to Minn Kota’s factory service center in Mankato, MN. Any charges incurred for service calls, transportation or shipping/freight to/from the 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. Products purchased outside of the U.S. 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 the factory at 1-800-227-6433 or
email [e-mail]. Products repaired or replaced will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period [or
for 90 days from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer]. For any product that is returned for warranty service that
JOME finds to be not covered by or not in breach of this limited warranty, there will be a billing for services rendered at the prevailing
posted labor rate and for a minimum of at least one hour.
NOTE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.
NOTE: 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 THE DURATION OF THE RELEVANT EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOME BE
LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. Without limiting the foregoing, JOME
assumes no responsibility for loss of use of product, loss of time, inconvenience or other damage.
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
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FEATURES
NOTE: Specifications subject to change without notice. This diagram is for reference only and may differ from your
actual product.
Left Softkey
Right Softkey
Menu Up
Menu Down
Ok
Speed Up
Speed Down
Prop On/Off
Steer Left
Steer Right
High Speed Bypass
Spot-Lock
Display Screen
GO TO
Cruise Control
AutoPilot
Home
PAIR
PAIR
Control Head
Ulterra
Riptide Ulterra
Ultrex
PowerDrive
Riptide PowerDrive
Terrova
Riptide Terrova
Pair Button
i-Pilot Remote
i-Pilot Control Head

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REMOTE BUTTONS
GO TO
Opens the list of Spot-Locks and iTracks that are within navigable range.
Cruise Control
Press to enable Cruise Control.
Spot-Lock
Press to enable Spot-Lock.
AutoPilot
Press to enable AutoPilot.
Speed Down & Speed Up
Press to increase or decrease motor speed.
Prop On/Off
Pressing this button will turn the Prop on and off.
Steer Left & Steer Right
Press to steer the motor to the left or to the right.
High Speed Bypass
Bypasses the current motor speed to speed 10. Quickly
double press to engage. Single press to disengage.
REMOTE BUTTONS
Home
Pressing this button will always bring you to the Home Screen.
Ok
Press to accept menu selections. Press to power remote on. Press and hold for 3 seconds to power remote off.
Left Softkey & Right Softkey
Buttons change function based on the mode of operation and which screen is presently displayed. Softkey labels at the
bottom of the display screen indicate current function.
Menu Up & Menu Down
Used to navigate softkey labels and menus.
NOTE: If Steer Right or Steer Left is held
down for more the six to eight seconds, the steering
will stop to prevent the coil cord from wrapping
around the shaft on some models.
NOTE: If your motor is connected to a Heading
Sensor, the Speed Down (backwards), Speed Up
(forward), Steer Right and Steer Left buttons
function change to Jog the boat while in Spot-Lock.
NOTE: The remote is waterproof, but will not float.
MENU CONTROL BUTTONS
MANUAL CONTROL BUTTONS
NAVIGATION BUTTONS
Ultrex
PowerDrive
Riptide PowerDrive
Terrova
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HEADER & ICONOGRAPHY
Spot-Lock
Displays when Spot-Lock is engaged.
Spot-Lock Jog
Displays when Spot-Lock is engaged and the motor
is communicating with a Heading Sensor.
Legacy AutoPilot
Displays when AutoPilot is engaged and the
AutoPilot Mode is set to Legacy.
Advanced AutoPilot
Displays when AutoPilot is engaged and the
AutoPilot Mode is set to Advanced.
Record
Displays when an iTrack is being recorded.
iTrack
Displays when an iTrack is being navigated.
Prop Lockout
Displays when the Prop is locked-out during
certain functions.
Trim t
Displays when Trim is being adjusted.
Brightness
Displays when screen brightness is being adjusted.
Prop
Displays when the Prop is enabled.
Rotates when the Prop is on and the Prop
Speed is greater than zero. Blinks when a
mode of navigation is used that requires
the prop to be enabled.
Prop Speed
Displays the current Prop Speed. Can
be adjusted in 1/2 speed increments
between 0 and 10.
Ground Speed
Displays the current speed over ground.
Cruise Control
Displays the Target Speed when Cruise
Control is engaged.
Lock
Displays when the Remote is locked.
Scroll Up & Down
Displays when the softkey labels at the
bottom of the display screen have more
options available.
HEADER
ICONOGRAPHY
10:50 A
10:50 A
10:50 A
10:50 A
10:50 A
GPS Signal
Strength
Motor
Battery
Time
Remote
Battery
GPS Signal Strength
Shows the level of GPS signal strength. If no bars
appear, the system has not yet acquired a GPS fix.
Motor Battery tn
Displays motor battery level when prop is disengaged.
Time
Displays the current time.
Remote Battery
Displays the battery level of the remote.
t Only available with Ulterra. n Only available with Ultrex.
TARGET 1.5
10

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DISPLAY SCREEN
To Start
When recording or navigating an iTrack, the To Start
location is the beginning of the iTrack.
To End
When recording or navigating an iTrack, the To End
location is the end of the iTrack.
Distance To Go
When Navigating to a Spot-Lock it is the distance
left before the destination is reached. When
navigating an iTrack it is the distance to go to reach
either the To Start or To End location on the iTrack
depending on which direction the iTrack is being
navigated.
TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS
Reverse Cancel
To End
IT01 DTG
216 f t
10:50 A
20.7
mph
DiscardStop
IT05
DIST
0 
10:50 A
20.6
mph
SystemOptions
BRG
120°
10:50 A
20.6
mph
SystemOptions
HDG
114°
10:50 A
20.6
mph
TARGET 1.5
DiscardStop
DIST
34
HDG
340°
10:50 A
20.6
mph
To Start To End
iTracks
IT01
IT02 9:35 AM
DIST 0.39 sm BRG 52°
IT03
IT04
APR 27
APR 14
9:51 AM
DIST 0.46 sm BRG 86°
APR 148:45 AM
DIST 0.24 sm BRG 43°
MAR 287:34 AM
DIST 0.11 sm BRG 12°
Reverse Cancel
To Start
IT01 DTG
90 f t
10:50 A
20.7
mph
A list of iTracks that are in
navigable range. The date and
time listed are generated when
the track is recorded.
Navigating with Legacy
AutoPilot.
A list of Spot-Locks that are in
navigable range. The date and
time listed are generated when
the Spot-Lock is saved.
Navigating with Advanced
AutoPilot.
Navigating an iTrack when the
boat is on course to go to the
end of the iTrack.
Recording an iTrack.
A temporary Spot-Lock
created when the Spot-Lock
button is pressed and Spot-
Lock Jog is available.
Recording as iTrack while in
Advanced AutoPilot.
SAMPLE SCREENS
Become familiar with some of the display screens used on the i-Pilot remote interface.
Back iTracks
00.0
mph
Spot-Locks
SL01
SL02 9:35 AM
DIST 231 ft BRG 52°
SL03
SL04
APR 01
APR 01
9:51 AM
DIST 40 ft BRG 86°
APR 018:45 AM
DIST 150 ft BRG 43°
APR 017:34 AM
DIST 138 ft BRG 12°
Reverse Cancel
To End
IT01 DTG
216 f t
10:50 A
20.7
mph
To Start To End
iTracks
IT01
IT02 9:35 AM
DIST 0.39 sm BRG 52°
IT03
IT04
APR 27
APR 14
9:51 AM
DIST 0.46 sm BRG 86°
APR 148:45 AM
DIST 0.24 sm BRG 43°
MAR 287:34 AM
DIST 0.11 sm BRG 12°
Reverse Cancel
To End
IT01 DTG
216 f t
10:50 A
20.7
mph
Save Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
5 ft
SL-tmp
10:50 A
00.0
mph
SystemOptions
HDG
114°
10:50 A
20.6
mph
Distance
Distance from the boat's current location to a Spot-
Lock or the boat's location and closest point on an
iTrack.
Bearing
Bearing is the direction from the boat's current
location to the target destination. A target
destination can be a Spot-Lock or iTrack.
Heading
Heading is the direction that the motor is pointing or
traveling.
Become familiar with common terms and abbreviations in order to understand what the remote is communicating about runtime
navigational data.
Save
Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
0 ft
SL-tmp
10:50 A
00.0
mph

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GETTING STARTED
THE i-PILOT SYSTEM
The i-Pilot navigation system comes pre-installed on your trolling motor. If your motor comes with a Heading Sensor, the Heading
Sensor needs to be installed and paired with the i-Pilot controller. The i-Pilot controller is contained in the motor Control Head.
Please see the "Heading Sensor" portion of this manual for more information on the Heading Sensor. The i-Pilot remote also
comes paired to the controller from the factory. The i-Pilot remote and controller make up the i-Pilot navigation system. The top
of the motor Control Head also has a single pair button to allow additional remotes and the Heading Sensor to be paired to the
system. A remote can only be paired with one controller at a time. The i-Pilot controller contains a very sensitive compass and is
where all GPS satellite and i-Pilot remote signals are received.
Before each startup, it is recommended to inspect the Remote,
Propeller, and Control Head for damage and to make sure that
there are no obstructions that would affect communication
between the Control Head, the GPS signal and the Remote, or
boat movement.
Variable Effect
Ratio of motor thrust to boat weight Excessive thrust on a smaller boat can cause i-Pilot to over correct. Not enough thrust
on a large boat can cause i-Pilot to respond slowly.
Wind Excessive wind and/or current can reduce i-Pilot’s positioning accuracy.
GPS signal strength The greater number of GPS signal bars the greater the accuracy.
Trolling motor battery power level A fully charged battery will give the best performance.
NOTE: It is very important that the controller have a
clear view of the sky in all directions and has a clear
line of sight to the remote for optimum performance.
Power
The i-Pilot controller will turn on whenever the trolling
motor has power. Refer to the Owner's Manual for your specific
motor to determine how to power up your trolling motor.
Owner's Manuals can be found on-line at minnkotamotors.com.
It is recommended to turn off and disconnect the power source
from the trolling motor when not in use.
Accuracy
The accuracy and responsiveness with which i-Pilot controls
your boat is highly dependent upon many variables. Just a few
of these variables and their general effects on responsiveness
and accuracy are given below so that the behavior of the
system can be understood.
Navigation
i-Pilot uses GPS satellite signals as well as compass data to know where it is, where its heading and the direction the motor is
pointing. Since i-Pilot depends on GPS satellite signals for navigation, a minimum GPS signal of one bar is required in order for
GPS navigation controls to be enabled. Best results are achieved when GPS signals of four bars can be obtained.
i-Pilot also uses a method of GPS navigation called Arrival Circles. These imaginary circles allow i-Pilot to understand when it
has drifted away from a point and when it has arrived at a point. The size of the circle varies depending on signal strength. The
greater the signal strength the smaller the Arrival Circle.
UTION
This unit uses a magnetic compass to detect direction of
travel. The compass can be adversely affected by magnets
or large, ferrous metal objects near (within 24” of) the
trolling motor control head.
Obstructions on the propeller may cause excessive
vibration of the motor head. This vibration can cause the
compass to wander and erratic steering to occur. Clear the
obstruction to return the motor to normal operation.
Power should be disconnected from the motor when not in
use. Removing the motor from the power source will ensure
that current is not reaching the electronics when not in use.

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GETTING STARTED
Follow these simple steps each time you power up your trolling motor for successful operation:
a. Connect trolling motor to power.
b. Deploy trolling motor into water.
11a 1b
SYSTEM STARTUP
Range
The range of the remote will be greatly reduced if it is used near or mounted to any metal object including aluminum or steel. It is
also recommended that the front end of the remote not be obstructed during use.
Battery
The Remote is powered by three Alkaline AAA batteries. It is
recommended to always use this type of battery to get the
best performance and battery life. By default, the remote will
automatically turn itself off thirty minutes after the last button
press.
NOTE: Remote battery life is subject to frequency
of use and is especially impacted by how often and
bright the LCD backlight is used.
Power Cables
Deployed
NOTE: i-Pilot startup varies slightly
between trolling motor models. The Ulterra
i-Pilot controller, in the Control Head, can
communicate with the remote when the
motor is stowed, once the motor and remote
have power.
UTION
Fluctuating temperatures can lead to battery damage, such as capacity loss, leakage or rupture of batteries. Damaged batteries
may damage your remote. Minn Kota recommends removing batteries from the remote when it is not expected to be used for
extended periods of time, or for long-term storage, to avoid remote damage from the batteries.

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LockRecord
10:50 A
00.0
mph
c. Push the Ok button on your remote. The
display screen will turn on. A message about
i-Pilot operation will appear on the display screen.
Use the Right Softkey to select OK.
d. The display screen will then show the Home
Screen.
e. You are now able to use all manual functions in
the remote including Speed Up , Speed Down
, Steer Left , Steer Right , Prop On/Off ,
and High Speed Bypass .
f. After i-Pilot has obtained a minimum GPS signal
strength of one bar, all remaining functions will
become available.
22c
2f
2d
LockRecord
10:50 A
00.0
mph
OK
You are responsible for
the safe and prudent
operation of your vessel.
This product does not
relieve you from the
responsibility for safe
operation of your boat.
NOTE: The Home Screen will vary slightly
in appearance based on motor model and
factory default selections.

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AUDIO MODES
AUDIO MODES
The i-Pilot controller in the Control Head contains an internal speaker which can be configured to work in two different audio
modes. The unit is factory set to Audio Mode 2. Review the modes below to determine what audio patterns are caused by
conditions in each audio mode.
Audio Pattern What Condition Causes Audio Pattern Audio Mode
Error
Attempting to enable a GPS feature when no signal strength bars are shown. Mode 2
Attempting to replay an iTrack or recall a Spot-Lock location when the boat is beyond the
minimum required distance. Mode 2
The Momentary Button on the foot pedal is pressed, for applicable motors, and a remote
button press attempts to override it. Mode 2
When GPS signal strength goes to no bars while in a GPS-based mode. Mode 2
When overriding navigation by steering with the foot pedal or remote. Modes 1 and 2
Single Beep
Speed + (When less than maximum speed.) Mode 2
Speed - (When greater than speed 0.) Mode 2
Enable High Speed Bypass. Mode 2
Switch to Audio Mode 1 Modes 1 and 2
Manual Prop on Mode 2
Enabling or disabling Record, GO TO, AutoPilot, Cruise Control or Spot-Lock. Mode 2
Double Beep
Disable High Speed Bypass. Mode 2
Switch to Audio Mode 2 Modes 1 and 2
Manual Prop off Mode 2
3 longer Beeps Pair successfully completed Modes 1 and 2
4 Short Beeps Startup Modes 1 and 2
Steady Tone Pair button is pressed. Modes 1 and 2
High-Low, High-Low, High-Low End of iTrack attained during track playback (in conjunction with canceling mode and
turning the prop off) Mode 2
SystemOptions
10:50 A
00.0
mph
Changing the Audio Mode
a. Press the Home button.
b. Use the Menu Up and Menu Down buttons
to find the Options menu at the bottom of the
display screen.
11a 1b
AUDIO MODE CONTROL
LockRecord
10:50 A
00.0
mph

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AUDIO MODES
c. Use the Left Softkey to select the Options
menu.
d. Use the Menu Up and Menu Down buttons
to find the Audio Mode menu. Use the Ok
button to select it.
e. Use the Menu Up and Menu Down buttons
to scroll to the desired Audio Mode. Use the Ok
button to select it.
f. Use the Right Softkey to close the menu.
22c 2d
2e
Back Close
Options
Autopilot Mode
Arrival Mode
Prop Auto On
Sort Order
Back Close
Options
Audio Mode
Time
Units
Language
Back Close
Audio Mode
Mode 2
Mode 1
NOTE: When Audio Mode 1 is selected, the
Control Head will emit one beep. When Audio
Mode 2 is selected, the Control Head will emit
two beeps.

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SPOT-LOCK
HOW SPOT-LOCK WORKS
Spot-Lock uses a single point of reference that is recorded when the Spot-Lock button is pressed. The reference point is a set
of GPS coordinates based on the location of the motor at the moment the button is pressed. This point is recorded and can be
saved into one of the Spot-Lock memory locations. Spot-Lock works by creating an Arrival Circle around the Spot-Lock that
the motor will automatically navigate to and try to stay within.
Spot-Lock engages the motor to keep it in the Arrival Circle
around the Spot-Lock location. If i-Pilot sees the motor is
within the Arrival Circle, it will adjust the motor speed to zero.
If i-Pilot sees the motor is outside of the circle, it will control
motor speed and direction in an attempt to get the boat back
into the Arrival Circle.
SPOT-LOCK FUNCTIONS
Engaging Spot-Lock
Spot-Lock
Arrival Circle
Spot-Lock Button
NOTE: Spot-Lock is based on the location of the
motor, not on the location or direction of the boat.
Outside forces such as wind and current will cause
the boat to move around the Arrival Circle. Spot-
Lock will navigate to maintain the motor within the
Arrival Circle regardless of the position of the boat.
Wind/Current
a. Press the Spot-Lock button on the remote.
b. The information for the temporary Spot-Lock
location will show up on the display screen. Use
the Menu Up and Menu Down buttons to
find the Save softkey label at the bottom of the
display screen. To save the Spot-Lock, press the
Left Softkey to open the Save menu.
11a 1b
Save
Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
0 ft
SL-tmp
10:50 A
00.0
mph
BackSave
Spot-Locks
SL01
SL02
SL03
SL04
Empty
Empty
Empty
Empty
Spot-Lock Icon
Spot-Lock
Jog Icon

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SPOT-LOCK
a. When Spot-Lock is engaged, press the Spot-
Lock button to disengage Spot-Lock, or use
the Menu Up and Menu Down buttons to
find the Cancel softkey label at the bottom of the
display screen.
b. Use the Right Softkey to select Cancel.
a. Manually navigate the boat to within a quarter
mile of the saved Spot-Lock location.
b. Press the GOTO button on the remote.
1
1
1a
1b
1b
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c. The Save menu brings up a list of Spot-Locks.
Use the Menu Up and Menu Down buttons
to select one of the Spot-Lock memory locations.
d. Press the Left Softkey to Save the Spot-Lock
into the selected menu location. Press the Right
Softkey to go Back to the previous screen.
NOTE: If the Spot-Lock button is accidentally
pressed, press the Spot-Lock button again or
press the Right Softkey to select Cancel from
the menu to escape Spot-Lock.
Disengaging Spot-Lock
Re-engage a Saved Spot-Lock
NOTE: 16 Spot-Lock memory locations may be
recorded.
NOTE: If your motor is equipped with a foot
pedal, pressing any motor control button on the
foot pedal will disengage Spot-Lock.
NOTE: If a Spot-Lock is already saved to a Spot-
Lock memory location, it will automatically overwrite
previously saved data for that memory location when
you select Save. Once a new Spot-Lock is saved into
memory, the previous Spot-Lock cannot be recalled.
BackSave
Spot-Locks
SL01
SL02
SL03
SL04
Empty
Empty
Empty
Empty
Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
0 ft
SL02
10:50 A
00.0
mph
Save Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
0 ft
SL-tmp
10:50 A
00.0
mph
LockRecord
10:50 A
00.0
mph
Back iTracks
00.0
mph
Spot-Locks
SL01
SL02 9:35 AM
DIST 231 ft BRG 52°
SL03
SL04
APR 01
APR 01
9:51 AM
DIST 40 ft BRG 86°
APR 018:45 AM
DIST 150 ft BRG 43°
APR 017:34 AM
DIST 138 ft BRG 12°
WARNING
Due to safety reasons, i-Pilot will not re-engage a saved
Spot-Lock location greater than a quarter mile away.

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SPOT-LOCK
1c
a. To engage Spot-Lock Jog, first engage
Spot-Lock. The Spot-Lock Jog icon will look
like the Spot Lock icon, but will also have
directional indicators.
b. Use the Speed Down , Speed Up , Steer
Left , Steer Right , buttons to move the
boat 5 feet in the desired direction from the
original Spot-Lock.
c. The boat will be moved backwards for Speed
Down , forward for Speed Up , left for
Steer Left , and right for Steer Right ,
when the corresponding button is pressed
in relation to the direction of the boat. Once
the boat has jogged to the new location, the
new location will be saved into a temporary
Spot-Lock Memory and the boat will relate
additional jogging with the temporary Spot-
Lock location.
11a 1b
c. The Spot-Locks menu will appear on the display
screen. Use the Menu Up and Menu Down
buttons to scroll to a saved Spot-Lock location in
the menu.
d. Press the Ok button to select a saved Spot-
Lock location.
22c 2d
Spot-Lock Jog
Spot-Lock Jog is a feature that is only available when the i-Pilot controller is paired with a Heading Sensor. For information on
the Heading Sensor, go to the "Heading Sensor" section of this manual.
NOTE: A Heading Sensor is required for Spot-
Lock Jog. If your motor is not paired with a
Heading Sensor, the Spot Lock icon will appear
without the directional indicators and the option
to jog will not be available.
NOTE: Spot-Lock Jog moves the GPS coordinates of the Spot-Lock location based on the orientation of the boat
as determined by communication with the Heading Sensor. The Spot-Lock location can be jogged multiple times
consecutively. Once the Spot-Lock location has been jogged, the i-Pilot navigational system will recognize the new
Spot-Lock location, and i-Pilot will control the motor to move the boat accordingly.
Back iTracks
00.0
mph
Spot-Locks
SL01
SL02 9:35 AM
DIST 231 ft BRG 52°
SL03
SL04
APR 01
APR 01
9:51 AM
DIST 40 ft BRG 86°
APR 018:45 AM
DIST 150 ft BRG 43°
APR 017:34 AM
DIST 138 ft BRG 12°
Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
0 ft
SL02
10:50 A
00.0
mph
Save
Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
0 ft
SL-tmp
10:50 A
00.0
mph
Save
Cancel
BRG
014°
DTG
5 ft
SL-tmp
10:50 A
00.0
mph
Speed Up (forward)
Speed Down (backwards)
Spot-Lock
Jog Icon
Steer Left (left)
Steer Right (right)
Spot-Lock Icon

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CRUISE CONTROL
i-PILOT WITH CRUISE CONTROL
During regular operation of the i-Pilot navigational system, the user can control prop speed. The controller will communicate
the speed over ground to the remote and the remote will display it. The speed over ground is the speed that the boat is traveling
and will vary based on environmental factors such as wind and current, even if the prop speed remains the same. Cruise Control
helps to compensate for the variations in external forces that effect the speed over ground and keeps the boat traveling at an
even speed . When Cruise Control is engaged, the current speed over ground becomes the Target Speed. Cruise Control works to
control the prop speed either up or down to match the speed over ground to the Target Speed.
Cruise Control Button
Constant Speed
Cruise Control Target Speed Wind/Current
WARNING
Watch for turning propeller when Cruise Control is engaged. The propeller will automatically turn on when Cruise Control is
engaged, even if the engagements is accidental. A turning propeller can cause injury. Be mindful of the prop when engaging
Cruise Control to prevent injury. The propeller will turn on regardless of the Auto Prop On setting. If the propeller is not "on"
before the Cruise Control is engaged, it will be turned "on", or enabled and run at the current speed setting.
TARGET 1.5

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CRUISE CONTROL
WORKING WITH CRUISE CONTROL
Engaging Cruise Control
a. Press the Cruise Control button on the remote.
b. The Target Speed will appear on the display
screen. Press the Speed Down or Speed Up
buttons to adjust the Target Speed.
11a
TARGET 1.5
LockRecord
10:50 A
20.7
mph
TARGET 0.5
NOTE: If the Prop is not turning, be sure to
press the Prop Button to enable it. The Prop
Auto On setting does not affect Cruise Control.
a. When Cruise Control is engaged, press the Cruise
Control button on the remote to disengage
Cruise Control.
11a
Disengaging Cruise Control
LockRecord
10:50 A
00.0
mph

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CRUISE CONTROL
a. To jump to or set a Cruise Control Preset, first
engage Cruise Control.
b. Use the Speed Down or Speed Up buttons
to change the Target Speed. While adjusting the
Target Speed, the menu at the bottom of the
display screen temporarily changes to display
two Preset Target Speeds.
c. While the Presets are showing, press either the
Left Softkey or Right Softkey to jump to the
corresponding Preset on the display screen.
d. To save the Preset to a new value, adjust the
Target Speed to the desired value. While the
Presets are showing in the menu at the bottom of
the display screen, press and hold either the Left
Softkey or Right Softkey .
11a
1c
1b
1d
Jump To or Set a Cruise Control Preset
NOTE: The Left Softkey will jump to or save
the Preset Target Speed displayed on the left
side of the menu that appears. The Right Softkey
will jump to or save the Preset Target Speed
displayed on the right. Once saved, a message
will flash on the screen stating "Preset Saved"
and then disappear.
TARGET 1.5
LockRecord
10:50 A
20.7
mph
TARGET 0.5 TARGET 1.5
2.01.0
10:50 A
20.7
mph
TARGET 1.5
TARGET 1.5
2.01.0
10:50 A
21.6
mph
TARGET 2.0 TARGET 1.5
5.51.0
10:50 A
45.2
mph
TARGET 5.5