Simrad BSM-3 User manual

ENGLISH
BSM-3
Installation Manual
simrad-yachting.com

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Preface
Disclaimer
As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the
right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be
reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest
distributor if you require any further assistance.
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument
and transducers in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal
injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely
responsible for observing safe boating practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND
AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT
IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY
VIOLATE THE LAW.
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals,
user guides and other information relating to the product
(Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from,
another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between
any Translation of the Documentation, the English language
version of the Documentation will be the official version of the
Documentation.
This manual represents the product as at the time of printing.
Navico Holding AS and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates
reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice.
Trademarks
NMEA 2000 is a registered trademark of the National Marine
Electronics Association.
Navionics is a registered trademark of Navionics SpA.
Simrad is a trademark of Kongsberg Maritime AS Company
registered in the US and other countries and is being used under
license.
B&G, Lowrance, StructureScan, Navico, SonicHub, SimNet, Skimmer,
InsightHD, Broadband Radar, Broadband Sonar, and SonarHub are
trademarks of Navico, registered in the US and other countries.
Copyright
Copyright © 2014 Navico Holding AS.

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Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document.
In case of any queries, refer to the brand web site of your display or
system: www.simrad-yachting.com
Declarations and conformance
This equipment is intended for use in international waters as well as
coastal sea areas administered by countries of the E.U. and E.E.A.
Compliance Statements
BSM-3:
• Comply with CE under EMC directive 2004/108/EC
• Comply with the requirements of level 2 devices of the
Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
standard 2008.tra es
The relevant Declaration of Conformity is available in the following
website, under the model documentation section:
www.simrad-yachting.com
Warning
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that of the receiver
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.

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About this manual
This document describes how to install the BSM-3 and connect the
unit to transducers and display units.
Separate installation instruction for transducers are included with
the transducer package.
The BSM-3 is compatible with the following MFD displays and
systems:
• NSE
• NSO, NSO evo2
• NSS, NSS evo2
http://support.simrad-yachting.com
¼Note: Make sure the MFD has up-to-date software, - refer to the
website: www.simrad-yachting.com
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is
emphasized as follows:
¼Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some
important information.
!
Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should
proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/per-
sonnel.

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Contents
7 Introduction
7 BSM-3 module layout
7 Parts included in package
9 Installation and wiring
9 Mounting location
10 Securing BSM-3 module
11 Wiring
12 Connecting the BSM-3 to your display
13 Transducer connection
13 BSM-3 connectors
14 Transducer with a 7-pin connector
14 Transducer with bare wires
15 Airmar transducers
18 Trouble shooting
19 Technical specication
21 Dimensional drawings
22 Spare parts and accessories
22 Spare parts
22 Accessories
22 Transducers

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Introduction
BSM-3 module layout
removable
cover
led status
indicators
ethernet
connector
connectors
Parts included in package
For spare parts and part numbers, see“Spare parts and accessories”
on page 22.
Item No. Description
1 BSM-3 sounder module
1 Ethernet cable, 1.8 m (6 ft)
1Power cable (bare wires), 2 m (6.5 ft)
Cable glands for bare wire transducer
installation
GroundinG
screW
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Item No. Description
4 Screws
1Spare Fuse kit including;
3A Fuses and fuse holders
1 Warranty card
1 This manual
Required tools and supplies
Drill
2 mm
(5/64”)
Drill Bit Screw driver Pencil

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Installation and wiring
Mounting location
Before installing the BSM-3, consider location and cable runs
necessary to connect the module to display unit, transducer and
power source.
The mounting location must allow for required working area when
connecting the cables. Also ensure that the location allows viewing
the unit’s LED indicators.
The units should be mounted with special regard to the units’
environmental protection, temperature range and cable length.
The mounting surface needs to be structurally strong, with as little
vibration as possible. If possible, mount the unit close to the edges
of a panel to minimize vibration.
Do not run the transducer cabling near the BSM-3 power cables,
any VHF antenna coax cables or any DC or AC power cables. Avoid
placing Ethernet cables close to VHF antennas.
The BSM-3 conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standards, but proper installation is required
to get best use and performance from this product. Ensure you
have as much separation as possible between different electrical
equipment, (see diagram below).
X
X
Electromagnetic interference
Gasoline fumes
Vibration
Heat
Sunlight
Salt spray
Physical damage
2.0 m (6.5 ft) Min 1.8 m (6 ft) Min
1.5 m (5 ft) Min
RADAR
Radio or AIS Transmitter
Compass
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Securing BSM-3 module
Mount the BSM-3 on a vertical surface with the power and
transducer cable connections exiting downwards.
Fasten the BSM-3 by using the 4 stainless steel self tapping screws
included with the unit.