Seastar Solutions Seastar PROTAP Controller Quick start guide

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
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For the ultimate in Engine
position control

To the Installer and End
User (Owner)
These safety alerts alone cannot eliminate all of the
hazards that may be present while on the water. SeaStar
Solutions recommends that all users of the steering
system take an accredited ‘boating safety course’,
follow safe boating practices and are made aware of
the environment that they will be in.
Thank you for choosing SeaStar ProTap Controller.
This Installation and Owner’s Manual contains all the
information that you and others will require for the
safe installation and use of the ProTap Controller and
MUST remain on board the boat. Throughout this
manual information for the safe installation and use of
the controller will be distinguished in one of the
following ways:
Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
Important information in regards to installation, use and
maintenance of the steering components.
NOTICE
Failure to adhere to a warning may lead to loss of steering
control. Loss of steering control may result in unpredictable
boat behavior, leading to ejection from boat causing
property damage, personal injury and/or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
minor injury or product or property damage.
CAUTION
NOTICE Marine Canada Acquisition Inc. DBA SEASTAR
SOLUTIONS is referred to as SeaStar Solutions
throughout this publication.

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INDEX
1.0 Introduction ...................................................... ii
2.0 Safety Information ............................................ 1
2.1 General....................................................... 1
2.2 Important Labels......................................... 2
3.0 System Overview............................................... 5
3.1 How The System Works ............................... 5
3.2 System Diagrams........................................ 6
4.0 Installation ..................................................... 12
4.1 Wiring ....................................................... 12
4.2 Installation Overview ................................. 19
5.0 Calibration Procedure...................................... 20
6.0 Operating Modes ............................................ 23
6.1 Bass/Bay B-Mode (Part # JC4010)............. 23
6.2 Flats F-Mode (Part # JC4020) .................... 24
7.0 Troubleshooting............................................... 25
8.0 Warranty......................................................... 26
8.1 Statement of Limited Warranty................... 26
8.2 Return Goods Procedure............................ 26
8.3 Technical Support ..................................... 26
9.0 Appendix........................................................ 27
9.1 CAN Basic Network.................................... 27

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Before proceeding with the installation, read these
instructions thoroughly. SeaStar Solutions cannot
accept responsibility for installations where instructions
have not been followed, where substitute parts have
been used, or modifications have been made to our
products. Warranty may be void if products other than
SeaStar Solutions products are used with this system.
Figure 1-1.
1.0 INTRODUCTION

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2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
The safety information provided below is intended to
inform you of the dangers that may be present before,
during and after the installation. It is critical that you
read and understand ALL the points noted.
The safe operation of the controller is dependent upon
proper installation and maintenance, common sense,
safe judgment and the knowledge/expertise of the
operator. Every installer/user of the controller should
know the following requirements ‘before’ installing/
using the controller.
If you have any questions regarding any of these
warnings, contact SeaStar Solutions.
To reduce risk of severe injury or death. Always wear a
Coast Guard Approved personal flotation device (PFD)
and use an engine shut-off cord (lanyard).
1. Read and understand the Installation and Owner’s
Manual provided with your controller.
2. Ensure that all components required to complete the
installation are on hand (including wires, terminals
and the proper tools required for the installation).
3. SeaStar components are highly engineered and
safety tested to ensure system integrity, DO NOT
substitute any component with non-SeaStar
components as this may compromise system
performance/reliability.
1. Install the controller and the components that
connect to the controller as directed in appropriate
Installation Manuals.
2. DO NOT modify or substitute any component in any
way without written consent from SeaStar Solutions.
3. Comply with all system ratings/regulations (boat/
engine, U.S.C.G.).
4. Confirm that there is no interference between the
steering cylinder(s), tiebars and the transom, splash-
well, outboard engine or Jackplate or any combination
of these parts by performing the following steps;
a) With engine fully tilted DOWN, turn steering wheel
from hard over to hard over and confirm that no
interference occurs.
- if using a hydraulic jack plate the above must also
be performed at all the positions of the Jackplate.
b) Repeat step 'a' with engines tilted UP.
c) Perform step 4a) with each engine in DOWN/UP
positions confirming that independent TRIM/TILT
can be done without any interference.
2.1 General
Before installation
Installation
WARNING
WARNING

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2.2 Important Labels
The safety information provided below is intended to
inform you of the warning information on your product.
Please contact SeaStar Solutions if the label is missing.
5. Confirm that the steering cylinder can be fully
stroked in both directions as well as full tilt and trim
without stretching, chafing, rubbing and/or kinking
of the hydraulic hoses.
6. Confirm that extruded nylon tubing has NOT been
substituted for SeaStar Steering Hose.
Figure 2-1.
Prior to Every Use 1. While device is off, verify immediate response of all
actuators attached to this device.
2. Turn the device on through the on/off switch and
verify immediate response of all actuators attached
to this device.
3. Check for binding, loose, worn or leaking steering or
Jackplate components.
4. Confirm there is no binding, kinking or chafing of any
wires connected to this device.
Do not operate boat if any component is not in proper
working condition.
WARNING

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Figure 2-3. Bass/Bay Mode Quick User Guide.
Figure 2-2. Dash Decal.
WARNING
The boat operator must
be made aware that trim
and Jackplate operation
is different. It is critical
that they get acquainted
to ProTap operation using
this user manual or quick
reference card. Failure to
do so may result in injury
and/or loss of vessel
control, leading to possible
ejection from vessel
causing property damage,
personal injury and/or
death.
Ensure the dash decal is placed in a visible location on
the dash after the ProTap installation.
Refer to the B-Mode and F-mode quick user guide for
reference on how to use the ProTap system effectively.
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PID# 469547A
02/17 Printed in Canada
B-MODE Quick User Guide
HOLD
FOR
5 SEC’s
THEN
RELEASEHOLD
FOR
5 SEC’s
THEN
RELEASE
JACKPLATE
TRIM (OPTIONAL)
JACKPLATE
HOLD
FOR
1 SEC
THEN
RELEASEHOLD
FOR
1 SEC
THEN
RELEASE
TRIM (OPTIONAL)
QUICK
TAP
QUICK
TAP
JACKPLATE
TRIM (OPTIONAL)
READ BOAT OPERATOR’S AND
PROTAP OWNER’S (BOOK 35)
MANUALS BEFORE USE.
WARNING
ADJUSTING ENGINE TRIM OR
JACKPLATE HEIGHT CAN AFFECT
STEERING CONTROL AND BOAT
STABILITY. ENSURE BOAT IS
STABLE AND SAFE TO STEER
AFTER MAKING ENGINE TRIM OR
JACKPLATE ADJUSTMENTS.
WARNING
Consult boat user guide for the location of
controller ON/OFF switch.
To memorize current Jackplate or Trim position.
To recall memorized Jackplate or Trim position.
For quick controlled motion in set increments.
How to adjust engine
Trim and Jackplate:
•Before moving from
stationary position,
lower the Jackplate
and trim fully down.
•After applying throttle,
once on plane, trim the
engine up. This will lift
the bow of the boat and
aerate the hull. Continue
adjusting trim for optimal
ride performance, engine
RPM and boat speed.
•Lift the Jackplate up to
reduce engine drag,
adjusting as needed for
optimal ride perform-
ance, engine RPM and
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Figure 2-4. Flats Mode Quick User Guide.
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F-MODE Quick User Guide
2X
QUICK
TAPS
QUICK
TAP
HOLD
READ BOAT OPERATOR’S AND
PROTAP OWNER’S (BOOK 35)
MANUALS BEFORE USE.
WARNING
ADJUSTING ENGINE TRIM OR
JACKPLATE HEIGHT CAN AFFECT
STEERING CONTROL AND BOAT
STABILITY. ENSURE BOAT IS
STABLE AND SAFE TO STEER
AFTER MAKING ENGINE TRIM OR
JACKPLATE ADJUSTMENTS.
WARNING
To quickly move
Jackplate all the way
up or down.
Consult boat user
guide for the location
of controller ON/OFF
switch.
To move Jackplate
in 2” increments.
For fine Jackplate
motion.

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3.0 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
3.1 How The System Works
Overview
Bass/Bay B-Mode
(Part # JC4010)
Flats F-Mode
(Part # JC4020)
Tilt Protection
ProTap controller is a NMEA 2000 CAN enabled device
designed to give you an additional level of control over
Jackplate and Trim position. It offers you an ability to
quickly get your boat to speed without a need to look at
the gauges. When controller is turned off your Jackplate
and Trim switches will operate Jackplates and engine trim
in open-loop control, denoted as "Normal" mode. When
the controller switch is on it will engage “Smart” operating
mode. For Trim control or Tilt protection please refer to
table 4-2 for the additional harness needed to connect
the controller to engine trim sender or the NMEA 2000
CAN network.
The controller can be wired to:
• Control one Jackplate
- Optional: connect trim information to ProTap for the
tilt protection feature
• Control one Jackplate and one engine trim
- this configuration requires engine trim information
• Control two Jackplates
- Jackplate position is synced
- Optional: connect trim information to ProTap for the
tilt protection feature
Please refer to figure 3-4, figure 3-2 and figure 3-3 for
connection details
The controller comes pre-programmed in one of the two
operating modes:
This mode is designed to get you up to speed quickly
while helping you maximize your boat performance
predictably. You can memorize your favorite Jackplate
and trim settings for quick recall later.
This mode is designed allow you to quickly move the
Jackplate to pre-programmed positions. A quick single
or double tap on a toggle switch will move the plate to
one of the presets.
You can memorize your favorite trim positions for quick
recall later.
If trim information is connected, the Jackplate will move
up to a "safe" position when engine in tilt range. This will
ensure that when engine is fully tilted there is no contact
between the boat transom and engine or steering.

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MM
+
–
PROTAP
ON/OFF
J7: JPSW_DN
J6: JPSW_UP
J12: SENDER_GND
J13: SENDER_SIG
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
2 WIRES
2 WIRES
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
J9: SS0_POWER
J18: CAN0_GND
NMEA2000
NETWORK
J15: CAN0_H J16: CAN0_L J17: CAN0_POWER J1: BATT+
J2: BATT– J11: JP0_DN (GREEN)
J10: JP0_UP (BLUE)
J5: PROTAP_SW
J19: DIGITAL_IO2
(PINK)
(BLUE)
(YELLOW)
PROTRIM
SWITCH INPUT
JACKPLATE
SMARTSTICK GAUGE
(OPTIONAL)
JACKPLATE
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
10A FUSE
GND
+12V
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
IGS
+12V
BATTERY
NOTE: IF NO GAUGE, CONNECT SMARTSTICK
GROUND SS0_GND TO J8
BUZZER
(OPTIONAL)
(GREEN)
IGNITION SWITCH
+12V
NOTE: FOR TRIM SIGNAL CONNECT TO EITHER NEMA 2000
NETWORK OR TO OEM DIGITAL TRIM SENDER
Figure 3-1. Single Jackplate and Gauge.
Single Jackplate (Gauge Optional)
3.2 System Diagrams

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MM
+
–
PROTAP
ON/OFF
J7: JPSW_DN
J6: JPSW_UP
J12: SENDER_GND
J13: SENDER_SIG
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
2 WIRES
2 WIRES
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
J9: SS0_POWER
J18: CAN0_GND
NMEA2000
NETWORK
J15: CAN0_H J16: CAN0_L J17: CAN0_POWER J1: BATT+
J2: BATT– J11: JP0_DN (GREEN)
J10: JP0_UP (BLUE)
J5: PROTAP_SW
J19: DIGITAL_IO2
(PINK)
(BLUE)
(YELLOW)
PROTRIM
SWITCH INPUT
JACKPLATE
SMARTSTICK GAUGE
(OPTIONAL)
JACKPLATE
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
10A FUSE
GND
+12V
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
IGS
+12V
BATTERY
NOTE: IF NO GAUGE, CONNECT SMARTSTICK
GROUND SS0_GND TO J8
BUZZER
(OPTIONAL)
(GREEN)
IGNITION SWITCH
+12V
NOTE: FOR TRIM SIGNAL CONNECT TO EITHER NEMA 2000
NETWORK OR TO OEM DIGITAL TRIM SENDER
Referring to figure 4-1 on page 12 match the wiring
in the schematic to the pin on the controller.
Figure 3-1. Single Jackplate and Gauge.

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MM
J5: PROTAP_SW
(PINK)
(YELLOW)
IGNITION SWITCH
+
–
PROTAP
ON/OFF
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
OEM POWER
TRIM & TILT
RELAYS
OEM POWER
TRIM & TILT
MOTOR
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
IGS
J1: BATT+
J2: BATT– J4: TRIM_DN (GREEN)
J3: TRIM_UP
(BLUE)
J7: JPSW_DN
J6: JPSW_UP
J11: JP0_DN (GREEN)
J10: JP0_UP (BLUE)
(BLUE)
(GREEN)
J20: TRIMSW_UP (BLUE) J21: TRIMSW_DN (GREEN)
DUAL PROTRIM
SWITCH INPUT
JACKPLATE
SMARTSTICK GAUGE
(OPTIONAL)
CONTROL
HEAD
(NOT
SUPPLIED BY
SEASTAR)
JACKPLATE
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
GND
+12V
+12V
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
J18: CAN0_GND
NMEA2000
NETWORK
J15: CAN0_H J16: CAN0_L J17: CAN0_POWER
J12: SENDER_GND
J13: SENDER_SIG
J9: SS0_POWER
2 WIRES
2 WIRES
NOTE: IF NO GAUGE, CONNECT SMARTSTICK
GROUND SS0_GND TO J8
10A FUSE
+12V
NOTE: FOR TRIM SIGNAL CONNECT TO EITHER NEMA 2000
NETWORK OR TO OEM DIGITAL TRIM SENDER
BATTERY
J19: DIGITAL_IO2
BUZZER
(OPTIONAL)
Figure 3-2. Single Jackplate, Gauge and Trim.
Single Jackplate and Trim (Gauge Optional)

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MM
J5: PROTAP_SW
(PINK)
(YELLOW)
IGNITION SWITCH
+
–
PROTAP
ON/OFF
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
OEM POWER
TRIM & TILT
RELAYS
OEM POWER
TRIM & TILT
MOTOR
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
IGS
J1: BATT+
J2: BATT– J4: TRIM_DN (GREEN)
J3: TRIM_UP
(BLUE)
J7: JPSW_DN
J6: JPSW_UP
J11: JP0_DN (GREEN)
J10: JP0_UP (BLUE)
(BLUE)
(GREEN)
J20: TRIMSW_UP (BLUE) J21: TRIMSW_DN (GREEN)
DUAL PROTRIM
SWITCH INPUT
JACKPLATE
SMARTSTICK GAUGE
(OPTIONAL)
CONTROL
HEAD
(NOT
SUPPLIED BY
SEASTAR)
JACKPLATE
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
GND
+12V
+12V
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
J18: CAN0_GND
NMEA2000
NETWORK
J15: CAN0_H J16: CAN0_L J17: CAN0_POWER
J12: SENDER_GND
J13: SENDER_SIG
J9: SS0_POWER
2 WIRES
2 WIRES
NOTE: IF NO GAUGE, CONNECT SMARTSTICK
GROUND SS0_GND TO J8
10A FUSE
+12V
NOTE: FOR TRIM SIGNAL CONNECT TO EITHER NEMA 2000
NETWORK OR TO OEM DIGITAL TRIM SENDER
BATTERY
J19: DIGITAL_IO2
BUZZER
(OPTIONAL)
Referring to figure 4-1 on page 12 match the wiring
in the schematic to the pin on the controller.
Figure 3-2. Single Jackplate, Gauge and Trim.

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MM
MM
+
–
PROTAP
ON/OFF
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
+12V GNDGND
J22: SS1_GND
J23: SS1_PWR
J9: SS0_POWER
J1: BATT+
J2: BATT–
PROTRIM
SWITCH INPUT
JACKPLATE
SMARTSTICK GAUGE
(OPTIONAL)
JACKPLATE
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
JACKPLATE
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
BATTERY
GND
+12V
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
NMEA2000
GATEWAY
NMEA2000
GATEWAY
IGS
J18: CAN0_GND
NMEA2000
NETWORK
J15: CAN0_H J17: J16: CAN0_L CAN0_POWER
2 WIRES
2 WIRES
10A FUSE
+12V
NOTE: TRIM SIGNAL
DETECTED VIA NMEA 2000
NETWORK ONLY
NOTE: IF NO GAUGE, CONNECT SMARTSTICK
GROUND SS0_GND TO J8
J19: DIGITAL_IO2
BUZZER
(OPTIONAL)
J7: JPSW_DN
J6: JPSW_UP
J5: PROTAP_SW
(PINK)
(BLUE)
(YELLOW)
(GREEN)
J25: JP1_DN (GREEN)
J24: JP1_UP
(BLUE)
J11: JP0_DN (GREEN)
J10: JP0_UP (BLUE)
IGNITION SWITCH
+12V
NOTE: FOR TRIM SENDER SIGNAL CONNECT
TO NEMA 2000 NETWORK
Figure 3-3. Twin Jackplate and Gauge.
Twin Jackplate (Gauge Optional)

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MM
MM
+
–
PROTAP
ON/OFF
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
+12V GNDGND
J22: SS1_GND
J23: SS1_PWR
J9: SS0_POWER
J1: BATT+
J2: BATT–
PROTRIM
SWITCH INPUT
JACKPLATE
SMARTSTICK GAUGE
(OPTIONAL)
JACKPLATE
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ACTUATOR
UP RELAY
ACTUATOR
DOWN RELAY
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
JACKPLATE
JACKPLATE HARNESS DW0334
ENGINE
(NOT SUPPLIED BY SEASTAR)
BATTERY
GND
+12V
OEM DIGITAL
TRIM SENDER
NMEA2000
GATEWAY
NMEA2000
GATEWAY
IGS
J18: CAN0_GND
NMEA2000
NETWORK
J15: CAN0_H J17: J16: CAN0_L CAN0_POWER
2 WIRES
2 WIRES
10A FUSE
+12V
NOTE: TRIM SIGNAL
DETECTED VIA NMEA 2000
NETWORK ONLY
NOTE: IF NO GAUGE, CONNECT SMARTSTICK
GROUND SS0_GND TO J8
J19: DIGITAL_IO2
BUZZER
(OPTIONAL)
J7: JPSW_DN
J6: JPSW_UP
J5: PROTAP_SW
(PINK)
(BLUE)
(YELLOW)
(GREEN)
J25: JP1_DN (GREEN)
J24: JP1_UP
(BLUE)
J11: JP0_DN (GREEN)
J10: JP0_UP (BLUE)
IGNITION SWITCH
+12V
NOTE: FOR TRIM SENDER SIGNAL CONNECT
TO NEMA 2000 NETWORK
Referring to figure 4-1 on page 12 match the wiring
in the schematic to the pin on the controller.
Figure 3-3. Twin Jackplate and Gauge.

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4.0 INSTALLATION
Use ring terminals or locking type fork terminals that
are designed to safely accommodate 18 gauge wire
and fit a #6 stud. Power cables attaching to J1 and J2
should use 16 gauge wire.
Recommended tightening torque:
• Terminals: 9 in-lb (1.02 Nm).
J15J16 J17
CAN0_H CAN0_L CAN0_POWER CAN0_GND DIGITAL_IO2
TRIMSW_UP TRIMSW_DN SS1_GND SS1_POWER JP1_UP JP1_DN
ANALOG_GAUGE ANALOG_GND
J18J19 J20J21 J22J23 J24J25 J26J27 J28
J1 J2 J3
BATT + BATT – TRIM_UP TRIM_DN PROTAP_SW JPSW_UP JPSW_DN SS0_GND SS0_POWER
JP0_UP
JP0_DN SENDER_GND SENDER_SIG
DIGITAL_IO
0D
IGITAL_IO1
J4 J5 J6 J7 J8 J9 J10J11 J12J13 J14
4.1 WIRING
Figure 4-1. Controller Pin-Out.
Figure 4-2. Top view of the controller with pin out.
WARNING
Ensure all wires exiting
the controller are strain
relieved.
WARNING
Ensure all wires are exiting
the controller in a down-
wards direction.

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PIN SIGNAL NAME DESCRIPTION
J1 BAT T+ Power supply input (+) from 12V battery (red).
J2 BATT- Power supply input (-) from 12V battery (black or yellow).
J3 TRIM_UP Trim Up Output. Connected to engine power trim and tilt up
direction (blue).
J4 TRIM_DN Trim Down Output. Connected to engine power trim and tilt down
direction (green).
J5 PROTAP_S W ProTap Controller On/Off switch that acts as a wakeup line between
Normal and Smart modes.
J6 JPSW_UP ProTrim Jackplate Up switch input (blue).
J7 JPSW_DN ProTrim Jackplate Down switch input (green).
J8 SS0_GND SmartStick 0 ground line. If Jackplate Gauge is connected, this will not
need to be connected (black).
J9 SS0_POWER With Gauge Connected: Connect to the stud on the gauge labeled as "S".
Without a Guage Connected: Connect to the red wire of the SmartStick
on the port Jackplate.
J10 JP0_UP Connected to the port Jackplate up direction wire (blue).
J11 JP0_DN Connected to the port Jackplate down direction (green).
J12 SENDER_GND Digital trim sender input (-) from OEM device.
J13 SENDER_SIG Digital trim sender input (+) from OEM device.
J14 DIGITAL_IO1 Pending future software release.
J15 CAN0_H Isolated CAN High communication line from NMEA2K network (white).
J16 CAN0_L Isolated CAN Low communication line from NMEA2K network (blue).
J17 CAN0_POWER Isolated CAN power supply input (+) line from NMEA2K network (red).
J18 CAN0_GND Isolated CAN power supply input (-) line from NMEA2K network (black).
J19 DIGITAL_IO2
Connection for optional external 12V buzzer. Connect the pink lead of the
buzzer to this pin.
J20 TRIMSW_UP ProTrim, Trim Up switch input (blue).
J21 TRIMSW_DN ProTrim, Trim Down switch input (green).
J22 SS1_GND SmartStick 1 ground line (black).
J23 SS1_POWER SmartStick 1 position sense line (red)
.
J24 JP1_UP Connected to the starboard Jackplate up direction wire (blue).
J25 JP1_DN Connected to the starboard Jackplate down direction (green).
J26 ANALOG_GAUGE Third party analog gauge output (+). 0-5V output based on SmartStick
0 position.
J27 ANALOG_GND Third party analog gauge output (-).
J28 DIGITAL_IO0 Digital input to enter calibration mode and recalibrate system. Connect
12V to this line at power on to enter calibration mode.
Table 4-1.

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KIT NO. DESCRIPTION APPLICATION
PTK5010 Harness, ProTap, CAN, NMEA 2000 All engines with NMEA
network gateway
PTK5020 Harness, ProTap, for Yamaha 2 wire senders Yamaha V6 and smaller
PTK5021 Harness, ProTap, for Yamaha 3 wire senders Yamaha V8
PTK5040* Harness, ProTap, for Mercury Optimax/ProXs with SmartCraft Mercury ProXs, Optimax with
SmartCraft network
PTK5041 Harness, ProTap, for Mercury Verado sender Mercury Verado
* This part number is a for a digital trim sender that is specific to the Mercury SmartCraft network.
Table 4-2. Trim signal wiring harnesses.
Direct Trim Signal
Wiring Harnesses
Pro Trim Switch
Input
Jackplate SmartStick
Gauge (not supplied)
External Buzzer
(not supplied)
Twin engines can not use a direct connection and
MUST use NMEA 2000 harness PTK5010.
Please refer to PT1000/PT2000 PT1000-1/PT2000-1
single/dual bezel installation instruction supplied with
Pro Trim switch for installation details.
Please refer to System Diagrams in Section 3.2 for
gauge installation.
ProTap can operate with a SeaStar Jackplate Gauge
DW0148. This is sold separately from the ProTap controller.
Please refer to System Diagrams in Section 3.2 for
optional buzzer installation.
The ProTap controller has an internal buzzer that, along
with the diagnostic LED, notify the operator as to the
system status. In addition to the internal buzzer, an
external 12V buzzer may be installed should the operator
require a more audible feedback from the ProTap system.
An external buzzer is required if the ProTap controller is
mounted in an area where the internal buzzer cannot be
heard or is difficult to hear while the boat is underway.
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NOTICE
ProTap Wall Mounting Template
6.
125"
4.5"
.25"
6.
625"
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