MINN KOTA 1866680 User manual

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Compatible with all Bluetooth® enabled Minn Kota Advanced GPS Navigation systems.*
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Item /
Assembly Part # Description Qty.
A 2996400 HEADING SENSOR ASSEMBLY 1
1 2393400 SCREW-#8-18X1-1/2 PPH TY AB SS
*STAINLESS STEEL* 2
2✖HEADING SENSOR 1
✖This part is included in an assembly and cannot be ordered individually.
Before mounting your Heading Sensor, give consideration to
the following:
1. The Heading Sensor contains a compass that detects a
magnetic field. Do not install the Heading Sensor near
ferrous metals or wires that handle large currents, such
as batteries or power cables.
2. Mount the Heading Sensor in an area that has a clear line of communication with the head of the motor that is installed with a
Bluetooth compatible Minn Kota Advanced GPS Navigation for optimum performance.
THEORY OF OPERATION
MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS
CAUTION
The Heading Sensor can be adversely aected by magnets or
large, ferrous metal objects. Do not install the Heading Sensor
within 24” of these objects as they will cause interference.
The Minn Kota Heading Sensor provides boat heading information to Bluetooth compatible Minn Kota trolling motors with Advanced
GPS Navigation. It contains a compass that senses the boat’s heading. The boat heading is used by the system for navigation features
such as Spot-Lock Jog. The Heading Sensor does not contain a GPS receiver and it does not change or control the orientation of the
boat. The Minn Kota Heading Sensor can only communicate with other Bluetooth compatible Minn Kota products.
NOTICE: The Heading Sensor does not come standard
with all models. It can be purchased as an accessory. To
learn more about Minn Kota accessories, please visit
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Heading Sensor Functions
WARNING
The Heading Sensor should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. When the
boat is moving, water depth may change too quickly to allow time for you to react. Always operate the boat at very slow speeds if you
suspect shallow water or submerged objects.
Do not install the Heading Sensor near ferrous metals or near anything that may create a magnetic field or interference. The Heading
Sensor must be installed at least 24” from magnetic or ferrous materials on the boat including the base of the motor. Installation near
the motor lead wires must also be avoided due to magnetic fields being created during high current draw situations.
HEADING SENSOR ASSEMBLY
1866680
*Not applicable with QUESTTM series trolling motors which feature
an internal heading sensor.

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3. Make sure the area under the mounting location is level and is clear to drill holes and installation hardware will not damage existing
components below the mounting surface.
4. Test that the Power Cable that powers the Heading Sensor is long enough to reach the power source from the intended mounting
location. If the cable does not reach the battery or intended power source, select a location closer to the source.
5. Mount the Heading Sensor horizontally. It should not be mounted upside down.
• Drill
• 1/4” Drill Bit
• #2 Screwdriver
• 9/64” Drill Bit
• Awl or similar marking tool
• Marine-grade Silicone
MOUNTING OPTIONS
There are two options to install the Heading Sensor. Determine if the Power Cable for the Heading Sensor will pass below the mounting surface.
1. Access under the Mounting Location - When installing the Heading Sensor with this option, the Power Cables that come from the Heading Sensor
will pass through the mounting surface. Only choose this option when the cables can be accessed after they are passed through the mounting
surface. Follow the instructions in the Installation for Access Under the Mounting Location section of this instruction sheet.
2. No Access under the Mounting Location - The Power Cables for the Heading Sensor will be routed to the side because there is no room under the
mounting location for the cables to pass, or the area below the mounting location is not accessible. Follow the instructions in the Installation for
No Access Under the Mounting Location section of this instruction sheet.
It is important to review the mounting considerations and test run the Power Cable before installation.
TOOLS AND RESOURCES REQUIRED
INSTALLATION
Heading Sensor
Placement Heading Sensor
Placement
Heading Sensor
Placement
Power
Cable
Drilled
Location
Marked
Location
Drilled
Location
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1a 1b
a. Review the Mounting Considerations and then set
the Heading Sensor (Item #2) flat on the selected
mounting location and note the placement.
b. Lift the Heading Sensor away and mark a point
with an awl or similar marking tool beneath the
mounting location for the power cable to pass
through the surface.
c. Using a drill with a 1/4” bit, drill a hole through the
mounting location.
d. Route the power cable through the drilled hole and
feed the cable all the way through until the Heading
Sensor sits flat on the mounting location and the
cable is completely threaded through the drill hole.
#2 x 1
Installation for Access Under the Mounting Location
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e. Position the sensor so that the arrow on the cover is
pointed toward the front of the boat in the direction of
travel. The arrow needs to be parallel with the keel of the boat.
Keel of Boat
Parallel
Placement
Arrow
to Front
g. Move the Heading Sensor to the side and drill two
holes using a 9/64” drill bit on the marked locations.
f. Mark the location of the two screw holes with an awl
or similar marking tool.
Marked
Location
of Screw
Holes
Screw
Holes
Mounting Location
with Access
Power
Cable
h. Position the Heading Sensor back in place so that
the holes drilled in the mounting location line up
with the holes in the Heading Sensor and the Power
Cable is completely threaded. Be sure to mount the arrow
towards the front of the boat and make the alignment parallel
with the keel of the boat.
Keel of
Boat
Parallel
Placement Power
Cable
Arrow
to Front
Mounting Location
with Access
Screw
Holes
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CAUTION
Failure to align the Heading Sensor correctly will result in
incorrect compass readings.
CAUTION
Failure to align the Heading Sensor correctly will result in
incorrect compass readings.
CAUTION
If the mounting surface is thin or made of a lightweight material, the mounting surface may need to be reinforced in order to support
the Heading Sensor. Hand tighten the mounting screw to avoid over tightening and to prevent damage to the mounting location and
Heading Sensor.
Heading Sensor
Placement

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#1 x 2
i. Apply a marine-grade silicone caulk or sealant to
both #8 - 18x1-1/2 screws (Item #1) as needed to
protect your boat from water damage.
j. Using a #2 Screwdriver, mount the Heading Sensor
to the mounting location using the two screws. Hand
tighten only.
a. Review the Mounting Considerations and then set
the Heading Sensor (Item #2) flat on the mounting
location and note its placement.
b. Route the power cable through one of the two notches
in the base of the Heading Sensor. When the arrow on
the Heading Sensor is pointing towards the front of the
boat, the cable should exit the Heading Sensor in the
direction that is closest to its intended power source.
#2 x 1
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Heading Sensor
Placement
Power Cable
to Battery
Notch
1a 1b
Screw
ScrewScrew
5i
NOTICE: If replacement screws must be used, ensure
that they are high grade non-magnetic stainless steel.
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Installation for No Access Under the Mounting Location
1ITEM(S) NEEDED
c. Double check the position of the Heading Sensor so
that the arrow on the cover is pointed toward the front
of the boat in the direction of travel. The arrow needs to be
parallel with the keel of the boat. Keel of
Boat
ParallelParallel
PlacementPlacement
Screw
Holes
PowerPower
CableCable
Arrow
to Front
MountingMounting
LocationLocation
withoutwithout
AccessAccess
CAUTION
Failure to align the Heading Sensor correctly will result in
incorrect compass readings.
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f. Position the Heading Sensor back in place so that the
holes drilled in the mounting location line up with the
holes in the Heading Sensor. Be sure to mount the arrow
towards the front of the boat and make the alignment parallel
with the keel of the boat.
g. Apply a marine-grade silicone caulk or sealant to
both #8 - 18x1-1/2 screws (Item #1) as needed to
protect your boat from water damage.
Heading Sensor
Placement
Marked
Location
of Screw
Holes
d. Mark the location of the two screw holes with an awl
or similar marking tool.
e. Move the Heading Sensor to the side and drill two
holes using a 9/64” drill bit on the marked locations.
#1 x 2
Keel of
Boat
ParallelParallel
PlacementPlacement
Screw
Holes
PowerPower
CableCable
Arrow
to Front
MountingMounting
LocationLocation
withoutwithout
AccessAccess
CAUTION
Failure to align the Heading Sensor correctly will result in
incorrect compass readings.
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h. Using a #2 Screwdriver, mount the Heading Sensor
to the mounting location using the two screws. Hand
tighten only. Screw
ScrewScrew
NOTICE: If replacement screws must be used, ensure that
they are high grade, non-magnetic stainless steel.
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CAUTION
If the mounting surface is thin or made of a lightweight
material, the mounting surface may need to be reinforced
in order to support the Heading Sensor. Hand tighten the
mounting screw to avoid over tightening and to prevent
damage to the mounting location and Heading Sensor.
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The Heading Sensor is powered by a 12-volt power source. The
Heading Sensor must be set up with a one amp fuse, either
in-line, or connected to a fuse panel. To connect the Heading
Sensor, please follow the directions below.
To Heading
Sensor negative
(black) To Heading
Sensor positive
(red)
Neg - Pos +
Power Source
1. Connect positive ( + ) red lead to positive ( + ) power
source terminal.
2. Connect negative ( – ) black lead to negative ( – ) power
source terminal.
Fuse
Connecting the Heading Sensor to a Power Source
WARNING
Never connect the (+) and the (-) terminals of the same battery together. Take care that no metal object can fall onto the battery and
short the terminals. This would immediately lead to a short and extreme fire danger.
The Heading Sensor displays modes of operation with an LED located on the Pair Button. There are three distinct patterns that the LED
will display to communicate dierent modes of operation. Become familiar with the modes of operation to be sure that the Heading
Sensor is powered up and communicating with the Minn Kota Advanced GPS Navigation system.
The three LED patterns displayed by the Heading Sensor are:
1. Power On - When the Heading Sensor is first connected to a power source, the LED will turn on for three seconds and then turn o.
2. Pairing - The Heading Sensor can be paired to any Bluetooth enabled Advanced GPS Navigation system. While the Heading Sensor
is attempting to pair, the LED will flash on and o twice per second for up to 20 seconds. If the Heading Sensor is successfully
paired, normal operation will begin. If the Heading Sensor is not paired, the LED will turn o.
3. Normal Operation - During normal operation when the Heading Sensor is connected to a power source and paired to and actively
communicating an Advanced GPS Navigation, the LED on the Heading Sensor will flash on and o once every three seconds.
LIGHT PATTERNS
HEADING SENSOR COMMUNICATION
HEADING SENSOR SET-UP
Before the Heading Sensor can be paired, make sure that it has been properly installed and connected to a power source. Review the
LED patterns that the Heading Sensor communicates in order to understand what mode it is in and to be able to recognize that is has
successfully paired once the process is complete. Be sure that the Heading Sensor is being paired to a Minn Kota trolling motor that is
equipped with a Bluetooth compatible Advanced GPS Navigation system. To pair the Heading Sensor:
a. Connect the Heading Sensor to a power source.
Verify that the LED on the Heading Sensor turns on
for 3 seconds and then turns o.
b. Power on the trolling motor. Please see the trolling
motor Owner’s Manual for instructions on how to
power up the trolling motor.
c. Press the Pair button on the Heading Sensor. Verify
that the LED indicates it is attempting to pair.
Pair
Button
PAIRING THE HEADING SENSOR
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d. As quickly as possible, begin to hold the Pair button
on the trolling motor Control Head.
e. The trolling motor Control Head will emit a beep
pattern when the Heading Sensor is successfully
paired. Release the Pair button on the Control Head.
Watch the Heading Sensor to be sure that once it
successfully pairs that it starts emitting the LED
pattern for normal operation.
f. After the Heading Sensor is paired with the
trolling motor, proceed to Sensor Calibration and
Sensor Oset.
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Pair
Button
LED
NOTICE: If battery power is lost, the Heading Sensor
will not lose its Pairing to the Advanced GPS Navigation
System when it is powered down.
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The Heading Sensor calibration is initiated using either the Advanced GPS Navigation full featured wireless remote or the One-Boat
Network® app. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for your motor if you are unsure of the remote that comes with your motor. The process of
calibrating the Heading Sensor must occur while your boat is on the water. Heading Sensor Calibration should always be performed
after the trolling motor and Heading Sensor have been mounted, but before the Heading Sensor Oset is performed. The Heading
Sensor must be connected to power and paired with the Control Head of the trolling motor before beginning this process. The calibration
process requires the boat to be driven in two complete circles, so plan accordingly when preparing for this process. To complete this
process, read all safety warnings and follow the procedure below.
HEADING SENSOR CALIBRATION
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
Take care that neither you nor other persons approach the turning propeller too closely, neither with body parts nor with objects. The
motor is powerful and may endanger or injure you or others. While the motor is running watch out for persons swimming and for floating
objects. Persons whose ability to run the motor or whose reactions are impaired by alcohol, drugs, medication, or other substances are
not permitted to use this motor.

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Heading Sensor Calibration for Advanced GPS Navigation with the Wireless Remote
a. Review all safety warnings. Navigate your boat to an
area on the water free from obstructions.
b. Power up the trolling motor according to the
instructions provided in the Owner’s Manual. Make
sure the Heading Sensor is powered up and paired
with the trolling motor.
c. Turn on the wireless remote for your Advanced GPS
Navigation system. Make sure the wireless remote is
paired to the trolling motor.
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d. On the wireless remote, press the Menu button.
e. Use the Speed Down or Speed Up
button to find the Motor Settings menu. Use the
Steer Right button to select Motor Settings.
f. In the Motor Settings menu, use the Speed Down
or Speed Up button to find Setup/
Calibration. Use the Steer Right button to select
Setup/Calibration.
g. In the Setup/Calibration menu, use the Speed Down
or Speed Up button to find Calibrate
Heading Sensor. Use the Steer Right button to
select Calibrate Heading Sensor.
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h. Review all safety warnings. Follow the prompts on
the wireless remote. Use the Steer Right button to
select Start and begin the process.
i. Drive the boat in two complete circles. The center
of the Dashboard contains a counter that displays
the progress.
j. The progress of the boat around the circular path will
display as a percentage completed for each circle
while the boat navigates.
k. Once the two circles are complete, the Dashboard will
briefly read “Calibration Successful. Please perform
Sensor Oset.”
l. The Dashboard will then bring up Sensor Oset.
Please perform Sensor Oset. Select Start to
complete Sensor Oset, or press and hold the Menu
button to close and return to the home screen.
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Heading Sensor Calibration for Advanced GPS Navigation with the One-Boat Network App
a. Review all safety warnings. Navigate your boat to an
area on the water free from obstructions.
b. Power up the trolling motor according to the
instructions provided in the Owner’s Manual. Make
sure the Heading Sensor is powered up and paired
with the trolling motor.
c. Open the One-Boat Network (OBN) app on the mobile
device. Make sure the mobile device is paired with the
trolling motor.
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d. From the OBN home screen, tap the Motor menu.
The Motor menu opens the Motor app home screen.
e. Before the Motor app home screen will open, tap
Agree on the on-screen prompt.
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g. In the Motor Settings menu, find and tap Setup
and Calibration.
h. In Setup and Calibration, find and tap Calibrate
Heading Sensor.
i. Review all safety warnings. Follow the prompts in
the One-Boat Network app. Tap Start to begin
the process.
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One-BoatOne-Boat
Network appNetwork app
IconIcon
j. Drive the boat in two complete circles. The center
of the app screen contains a counter that shows
the progress.
k. The progress of the boat around the circular path will
show as a percentage completed for each circle while
the boat navigates.
l. Once the two circles are complete, the app screen
will read “Calibration Successful. Please perform
Sensor Oset.”
m. Please perform Heading Sensor Oest. Tap Start
Sensor Oset to begin or tap to close the Sensor
Calibration and return to the home screen.
f. On the Motor app home screen, locate the Motor
Settings button in the top-right corner and tap it.
NOTICE: The on-screen prompt will only display
once each time the app launches. If the prompt has
displayed, the Motor app home screen appears.
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Heading Oset for Advanced GPS Navigation with the Wireless Remote
a. Turn on the wireless remote for your Advanced GPS
Navigation system. Make sure the wireless remote is
paired to the trolling motor.
b. On the wireless remote, press the Menu button.
c. Use the Speed Down or Speed Up
button to find the Motor Settings menu. Use the
Steer Right button to select Motor Settings.
d. In the Motor Settings menu, use the Speed Down
or Speed Up button to find Setup/
Calibration. Use the Steer Right button to select
Setup/Calibration.
e. In the Setup/Calibration menu, use the Speed Down
or Speed Up button to find Oset
Heading Sensor. Use the Steer Right button to
select Oset Heading Sensor.
f. Review all safety warnings. Follow the prompts on
the wireless remote. Use the Steer Right button to
select Start and begin the process.
g. Use the Steer Right or Steer Left button to point
the motor forward and parallel to the keel.
h. When satisfied with the placement of the trolling
motor, use the Speed Down or Speed Up
button to scroll to Set. Use the Steer Right
button to select Set. The degree of Sensor Oset is
displayed at the bottom of the Dashboard.
i. Press and hold the Menu button to close out
Sensor Oset and return to the home screen.
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With the Heading Sensor calibrated, set the Heading Oset. Heading Oset is the dierence between the angle of the Keel of the boat
and the angle at which the Heading Sensor is mounted to the deck of the boat. During installation, the Heading Sensor was installed to
be as parallel to the Keel of the boat as possible. If the boat and Heading Sensor are perfectly parallel and pointing in exactly the same
direction, the Oset will be a perfect 0° degrees. Knowing that installations are never perfect, the Heading Oset can be set on the
Advanced GPS Navigation or the One-Boat Network® app to compensate for the dierence between the two.
HEADING OFFSET