Standard Horizon FF525 User manual

FF525 BLACK BOX FISH FINDER
INSTALLATION MANUAL

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FCC Compliance Statement
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCClimitsforClassAdigitaldevices.This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installedorusedinaccordancewiththeinstructionsmaycauseharmfulinterference
with radio communications.
Thereisnoguaranteethatinterferencewillnotoccurinaparticularinstance.Ifthis
equipment does cause harmful interference to other equipment, try to correct the
problem by relocating the equipment.
Consult an authorized STANDARD HORIZON dealer or other qualified service
technician if the problem cannot be corrected. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device cannot cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION
·The FF525 contains dangerous high-voltage circuits which only experienced
technicians can handle.
·STANDARD HORIZON will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for
incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or use
of this material.
·Becausewefrequently update our software and applications, the pictures shown
through this Owner’s Manual may be slightly different from what you see.
WARNING
·When plugging in or unplugging a transducer to the FF525 make sure power is
turned off.
Copyright 2013. YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. All rights reserved. Printed in Italy.
No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.
CODE: Installation Manual - Issue E - 100413e

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................6
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION...............................................................................6
1.1 PACKING LIST .................................................................................................7
1.1.0 Replacement Parts .............................................................................. 7
2. MOUNTING THE FF525 .......................................................................................................8
2.0 INSTALLATION.................................................................................................8
2.1 CONNECTIONS................................................................................................8
2.2 POWER CONNECTIONS................................................................................. 9
2.3 GPS CHART PLOTTER CONNECTIONS .......................................................9
2.3.1 Tee Cable .............................................................................................9
2.4 OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS ..........................................................................11
2.4.0 NMEA Output ..................................................................................... 11
2.4.1 Alarm Buzzer......................................................................................11
2.4.2 Temperature Sensor .......................................................................... 11
3. TRANSDUCER ...........................................................................................................12
3.0 TRANSDUCER MOUNTING .......................................................................... 12
3.0.0 Power Boats .......................................................................................12
3.0.1 Sailboats.............................................................................................12
3.0.2 Transducer Types ..............................................................................13
3.0.3 Low Profile Thru-Hull.......................................................................... 13
3.0.4 Transom (power boats only) ..............................................................13
3.0.5 Fairing Block ...................................................................................... 13
3.0.6 In-hull..................................................................................................13
3.0.7 Optional Transducer ID Sensors ......................................................13
3.0.8 Fish Finder Basics .............................................................................14
4. FF525 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................15
5. INSTALLATIONS TIPS .............................................................................................. 16
INDEX ......................................................................................................................................17

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1. INTRODUCTION
This manual provides installation of the FF525 and associated 600W or 1kW transducers.
Foroperations, refer to the FF525 Operation Manual for CP180/CP180i, CP190i, CP300/CP300i,
CPV350,CP390i,CP500,CPV550,CP590andtheFF525OperationManualforCPN700i,CPN1010i.
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
The FF525 advanced features include:
·16/256 colors display user selectable
·A-Scope (displays Sonar Echo in real time)
·Preset modes (Fish, Cruise)
·2xand4xZoom(capabilitytomagnifyany partof theFish Finderimage ofafixedrate)
·Bottom Lock (capability to magnify a user defined range around the bottom)
·White Line (help distinguish between fish and bottom, when fish are swimming close
to the bottom)
·Sensitivity Time Control (STC) reduces Surface Clutter shown on the display by
reducing echoes from water disturbances
·Surface Noise Filter (suppresses the displaying of Surface Clutter)
·Interference Rejection (allows reducing interference from other boats/Fish Finders)
·Noise Filter
·Fish Symbol feature
·Transducer ID (automatically selects power output and parameters for best performance).
·Dual Frequency: 50 and 200kHz with the capability to display the two frequencies at
the same time.
·Dual Power output: 600/1000W (4800/8000Wpp) depending on the transducer
connected. Refer to Par. 3.0.7 "Optional Transducers ID Sensors".
·Max Depth*: 1KW - 1200ft (365m) at 200kHz, 4000ft (1219m) at 50kHz
600W - 700ft (213m) at 200kHz, 1500ft (457m) at 50kHz
·Min Depth: 2.5ft (0.8m) at 200kHz, 5ft (1.6m) at 50kHz
·Max Typical*:1KW - 980ft (299m) at 200kHz, 2700ft (823m) at 50kHz
600W - 600ft (183m) at 200kHz, 1350ft (411m) at 50kHz
NOTE*
Thisisnotaguaranteedspecification.Theactualmaximumdepthcapabilityofthesystemdepends
on the type of transducer fitted, the reflectivity of the bottom, water condition, etc.
·Speed through water (if available on transducer)
·Dual temperature inputs Sensor (One channel TEMP1, Optional second channel
TEMP2) - if available on transducer
·Trip Log
·External buzzer connections (buzzer not supplied)
·Alarms: Shallow, Depth, Temperature Upper and Lower
NOTE
The following STANDARD HORIZON transducers will only operate with the FF525: DST520,
DST521, DST523, DST525, DST526, DST527 and DST528A.

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PerformanceoftheFF525usedinconjunction withoptionaltransducers(soldseparately)
willvarybasedonwaterconditions,bottomcomposition,boathull,vesselspeed,installation,
and specific transducer model. This includes but is not limited to both minimum and
maximum depth performance.
1.1 PACKING LIST
When the package containing the FF525 is first opened, please check for the following
contents.
1.1.0 Replacement Parts
Replacement part Item
S8101640 Tee Cable FF525
S8101641 Power Cable FF525
EM040X104 FF525 Operation Manual (for CP180/CP180i, CP190i, CP300/CP300i, CPV350, CP390i,
CP500, CPV550 and CP590)
EM040X152 FF525 Operation Manual (for CPN700i and CPN1010i)
EM040X502 FF525 Installation Manual
XUAIR0029 DST521 Paddlewheel repair kit
XUAIR0030 DST521 Mounting bracket
XUAIR0018 DST526 Paddlewheel repair kit

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2. MOUNTING THE FF525
The FF525 must be properly installed according the following instructions to get the best
possible performance. NOTE
TRANSDUCER: refer to Chapter 3and to the Installation Manual supplied with the Transducer.
2.0 INSTALLATION
The FF525 is designed to be mounted horizontally or vertically to enable it to be installed
in the most convenient position. After the cables have been run, mount the FF525 in the
desired location using the supplied hardware.
-
4.56” [ ]116 mm
7.20” [ ]183 mm
Figure 2.0 - The FF525 Installing
2.1 CONNECTIONS
Figure 2.1 - The FF525

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2.2 POWER CONNECTIONS
TheinstallationofaswitchisnecessarytoturnOnorOfftheFF525.STANDARDHORIZON
recommends connecting the FF525 and Chart Plotter to the same power switch (not
supplied)andfused sourceasshowninthe followingimagesbelow.Normallyspare rocker
switch on a dash is used.
2.3 GPS CHART PLOTTER CONNECTIONS
TheFF525 isconnectedtoSTANDARDHORIZON ChartPlottersvia theTeeCable. Refer
to the following images below.
2.3.1 Tee Cable
IftheTeeCableconnectoristoolargetoroutethroughyourboat,theFF525canbeopened
to remove the cable for easier routing. Also if the Tee Cable is not long enough cable can
alsobeadded.Forsomeinstallations,theTeeconnectormayprotrudetoofarfromtherear
of the Chart Plotter when the power cable is connected also. If this is the case the Tee
connector may be removed. After removal connect each wire of the FF525 and the Chart
Plotter via a terminal strip in a dry location or solder and heat shrink wire color to wire color
as shown in the table below:
FF525
Gray
White
Green
Gray
White
Green
Chart Plotter
Figure 2.3.1 - FF525 - Chart Plotter table
Figure 2.3.1a - Removing Power and Tee cables
WARNING
Before following the steps below, disconnect 12VDC from the FF525.
1. Open the FF525 box by unscrewing the four screws.
2. Once the screws are removed, pull out the panel and the Printed Circuit Board (PCB).
3. Losen and remove the Green, White and Gray wires from the terminal strip.
4. Then lossen the cap and pull the wires from the inside of the FF525.
5. Routethe Tee Cableasneed through thevesseland or addadditionalcable if needed.
6. Ifthecapwasremoved,insertitontotheTeeCable,theninsertthecableintotheFF525.

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7. Reinstallthewiresintotheterminalstrip.FromlefttorightwiththewiresareGray,White
and Green.
8. Tighten the cap to hold the Tee Cable in place.
9. Push the panel towards the case (be sure to have the rubber gasket positioned
correctly).
10. Close the FF525 box by reinstalling the four screws.
Cable
color
Function
Terminal
strip
D
E
Black
Red
GND
POWER SUPPLY 10-35 VDC
FGHM
IL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
GPS
chart plotter
Female 8 Pin
Power &
I/O cable
of
GPS
chart plotter
Male 8 Pin
POWER Cable
CHART PLOTTER Cable
X
X
Terminal
strip Cable
color GPS chart plotter
Function
Function
A
B
C
FF TX+
FF RX+
FF GND
Gray
White
Green
Port2 Input
Port2 Output
NMEA Common GND
ABC
DE
Figure 2.3.1b - Internal connections
IMPORTANT
Refer to software setup section after connections have been made.

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2.4 OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS
The FF525 is supplied with connections that allow the FF525 to be connected to the
following external devices:
a. NMEA device capable of listening to DBT, DPT, VHW, VLW, MTW
b. Temperature sensor (10K ohms at 77°F)
c. 12VDC Alarm Buzzer (400mA max current draw)
WIRE COLOR
BLACK
FUNCTION
RED
WHITE
GREEN
GRAY
YELLOW
BROWN
BLUE
GND
Not connected
NMEA Output(+)
NMEA GROUND
Temp 2 INPUT(+)
Alarm OUTPUT(+)
Not connected
Not connected
ORANGE Not connected
Not connected
PINK
Figure 2.4 - The FF525 Optional Connections
2.4.0 NMEA Output
Thefollowingsentencesareoutput:DPTandDBT(Depth),VHW(Speed),VLW(TripLog),
MTW (Water Temperature), XDR (External Temperature Sensor).
2.4.1 Alarm Buzzer
Thisconnection has thecapabilitytodrive abuzzerthatdraws 400mA. Any12VDCbuzzer
within the current draw requirements can be connected.
2.4.2 Temperature Sensor
Any thermistor type temp sensor that produces 10K ohms at 77°F can be connected.
White,NMEA output
Green,common
Black,ground
Yellow, Ext.Temp sensor
Blue,Alarm output 12VDC
Buzzer 12V Battery
+
NMEA
Device
External
Temp Sensor
Figure 2.4.2 - Optional Connections

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3. TRANSDUCER
WARNING
WHEN PLUGGING IN OR UNPLUGGING A TRANSDUCER TO THE FF525 MAKE SURE
POWER IS TURNED OFF.
The transducer is a device that transmits and receives sound waves into the water. The
activecomponent insidethetransducer iscommonlyreferred toasan elementbutactually
is a piezoelectric ceramic material.
3.0 TRANSDUCER MOUNTING
3.0.0 Power Boats
Basicallytherearetwohulltypesofpowerboats:PlaningandDisplacement.Inthefollowing
pictures the boxes with lines are where the transducer should be installed.
Figure 3.0.0 - Planing (on the left) and Displacement (on the right)
The planing hull allows the boat to rise quickly out of the water, allowing the boat to travel
at higher speeds.
Thedisplacementhulldoesnotrideupontopofthewater;ratheritpushesthroughthewater.
3.0.1 Sailboats
Mount the transducer in the first front 1/3 part of the boat, just forward of or the side of the
keel.
Figure 3.0.1 - Fin Keel (on the left) and Full Keel (on the right)
Figure 3.0.1a - Mounting Area