Installation Manual
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... 2 Disposal...2 Introduction 5 About this Manual...5 Important Safety and Warning Information 5 Check the Parts...6 Overview...7 Display Installation 9 Mounting location...9 Panel Mount...11 Bracket Mount...12 Transducer Installation 14 Recommended Tools and Supplies 14 Skimmer Installation Instructions 15 System Architecture 28 Wiring the HDS 29 Wiring Guidelines...29 Power/Data Cable...30 NMEA 0183 Wiring Table 31 NMEA 0183 wiring ...31 NMEA 2000 wiring...32 Ethernet...33 HDS-8 & HDS-10 Data Bridging 34...
... 2 Disposal...2 Introduction 5 About this Manual...5 Important Safety and Warning Information 5 Check the Parts...6 Overview...7 Display Installation 9 Mounting location...9 Panel Mount...11 Bracket Mount...12 Transducer Installation 14 Recommended Tools and Supplies 14 Skimmer Installation Instructions 15 System Architecture 28 Wiring the HDS 29 Wiring Guidelines...29 Power/Data Cable...30 NMEA 0183 Wiring Table 31 NMEA 0183 wiring ...31 NMEA 2000 wiring...32 Ethernet...33 HDS-8 & HDS-10 Data Bridging 34...
Installation Manual
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... operate the HDS in Simulate Mode while you are underway. Ensure that Simulate Mode is used correctly. Always supplement the electronic information provided by notices to ensure that the transducer is installed correctly and the Sonar is used only in safe situations such as observations, depth soundings, radar and hand compass bearings. Introduction About this Manual • This manual is a reference guide for installing a Lowrance HDS System...
... operate the HDS in Simulate Mode while you are underway. Ensure that Simulate Mode is used correctly. Always supplement the electronic information provided by notices to ensure that the transducer is installed correctly and the Sonar is used only in safe situations such as observations, depth soundings, radar and hand compass bearings. Introduction About this Manual • This manual is a reference guide for installing a Lowrance HDS System...
Installation Manual
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Panel Mount 1: Attach the flush mounting template to the rear of the unit before placing the unit into the console. Secure using adhesive tape. 2: Drill pilot holes for the four hole saw cuts and for the four self tapping screws used to secure the display. 3: Use a hole saw to cut the four corner radius 4: Cut along the dotted line and remove the shaded area. 5: Connect all cables to the selected mounting position using the four provided #6-20 x 1-1/2" screws 6: To finish off the installation firmly clip the front bezel in place 11
Panel Mount 1: Attach the flush mounting template to the rear of the unit before placing the unit into the console. Secure using adhesive tape. 2: Drill pilot holes for the four hole saw cuts and for the four self tapping screws used to secure the display. 3: Use a hole saw to cut the four corner radius 4: Cut along the dotted line and remove the shaded area. 5: Connect all cables to the selected mounting position using the four provided #6-20 x 1-1/2" screws 6: To finish off the installation firmly clip the front bezel in place 11
Installation Manual
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... amounts of boats is on plane. Do not mount the transducer closer than approximately one of the most critical steps in a location that has a smooth flow of water when the boat is moving. Skimmer Installation Instructions Transducer location and installation is one foot from the prop. 15 The ...the engine. A good transducer location on -screen in the form of the boat. If the transducer is not placed in a smooth flow of water, interference caused by bubbles and turbulence may show on these types of turbulence at all times and in sonar installation. Good location Poor location...
... amounts of boats is on plane. Do not mount the transducer closer than approximately one of the most critical steps in a location that has a smooth flow of water when the boat is moving. Skimmer Installation Instructions Transducer location and installation is one foot from the prop. 15 The ...the engine. A good transducer location on -screen in the form of the boat. If the transducer is not placed in a smooth flow of water, interference caused by bubbles and turbulence may show on these types of turbulence at all times and in sonar installation. Good location Poor location...
Installation Manual
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... the water temp. Make sure there are using a Skimmer transducer versus a Pod transducer for this installation, make sure the Skimmer transducer is oriented so the nose of the transducer is long enough to reach the sonar unit. 1: Sand face of transducer and bottom of hull. 2.: Apply epoxy to set , route the transducer cable to force any sandpaper grit and dust. Be...
... the water temp. Make sure there are using a Skimmer transducer versus a Pod transducer for this installation, make sure the Skimmer transducer is oriented so the nose of the transducer is long enough to reach the sonar unit. 1: Sand face of transducer and bottom of hull. 2.: Apply epoxy to set , route the transducer cable to force any sandpaper grit and dust. Be...
Installation Manual
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..., dry and free of oil or grease. Use extreme care when mounting a transducer inside a hull or on boats with the hull. Before you epoxy the transducer to the hull, make sure the cable is one of the hull. Note: Transducer location and installation is long enough to reach the sonar unit before attempting any installation. Pod Transducer shoot-thru-hull installation Before attempting...
..., dry and free of oil or grease. Use extreme care when mounting a transducer inside a hull or on boats with the hull. Before you epoxy the transducer to the hull, make sure the cable is one of the hull. Note: Transducer location and installation is long enough to reach the sonar unit before attempting any installation. Pod Transducer shoot-thru-hull installation Before attempting...
Operation Manual
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...on the Support tab and select Tips and Tutorials. Brightness, Key beeps, etc. Vehicle operators must maintain full surveillance of a GPS-equipped vehicle fails to pay full attention to press a button in this manual Thank you are instructed to select an item from Lowrance, the industry..., boating or flying conditions at all other sonar references, only apply to the HDS-5m and HDS-7m GPS only units. Introduction Introduction About this manual, the button will be shown in marine technology. If you would like - WARNING: When a GPS unit is used in a vehicle, the vehicle operator is ...
...on the Support tab and select Tips and Tutorials. Brightness, Key beeps, etc. Vehicle operators must maintain full surveillance of a GPS-equipped vehicle fails to pay full attention to press a button in this manual Thank you are instructed to select an item from Lowrance, the industry..., boating or flying conditions at all other sonar references, only apply to the HDS-5m and HDS-7m GPS only units. Introduction Introduction About this manual, the button will be shown in marine technology. If you would like - WARNING: When a GPS unit is used in a vehicle, the vehicle operator is ...
Operation Manual
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... the units sharing sonar have network sonar turned on the desired units. 35 NOTE: To stop logging: 1. Select Stop from one unit with other units on the network. Sonar Start Logging A sonar log is a recording of sonar activity displayed on the unit that will be displayed in the upper left-hand corner of the screen and a logging...
... the units sharing sonar have network sonar turned on the desired units. 35 NOTE: To stop logging: 1. Select Stop from one unit with other units on the network. Sonar Start Logging A sonar log is a recording of sonar activity displayed on the unit that will be displayed in the upper left-hand corner of the screen and a logging...
Operation Manual
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...desired datum. To change magnetic variation settings: 1. Highlight Magnetic Variation on a network of navigation information. When using manual mode, you will have to true north. To select a Datum: 1. Select Datum from the Chart settings menu and press enter. 2. ...Highlight the desired option and press enter. The Magnetic Variance Auto setting, automatically converts magnetic north to input the magnetic variance. Settings Datum A model...
...desired datum. To change magnetic variation settings: 1. Highlight Magnetic Variation on a network of navigation information. When using manual mode, you will have to true north. To select a Datum: 1. Select Datum from the Chart settings menu and press enter. 2. ...Highlight the desired option and press enter. The Magnetic Variance Auto setting, automatically converts magnetic north to input the magnetic variance. Settings Datum A model...
Operation Manual
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If the transducer is 3.5 feet below the waterline, it will appear. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter the desired keel offset. To set Keel Offset: 1. Highlight the Keel Offset text box on the Installation menu and press enter. 2. Use the keypad to enter the percentage ...from the transducer to the water surface, you a more precise depth reading. NOTE: To input a keel offset that accounts for example, the keel is 1.5 feet below the transducer, it will input a positive (+) percentage. Settings Before setting keel offset, measure the distance from the Installation menu and ...
If the transducer is 3.5 feet below the waterline, it will appear. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter the desired keel offset. To set Keel Offset: 1. Highlight the Keel Offset text box on the Installation menu and press enter. 2. Use the keypad to enter the percentage ...from the transducer to the water surface, you a more precise depth reading. NOTE: To input a keel offset that accounts for example, the keel is 1.5 feet below the transducer, it will input a positive (+) percentage. Settings Before setting keel offset, measure the distance from the Installation menu and ...
Operation Manual
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Press menu twice. 2. Select Installation and press Enter. 4. Highlight Sidelobe suppression and press Enter. 5. Highlight Sidelobe suppression and press the keypad left/right to factory default settings. 95 To make manual adjustments. 6. Sidelobe suppression helps reduce the impact of your radar display. The default Auto mode will work well under most conditions. Settings Reset Radar to Factory...
Press menu twice. 2. Select Installation and press Enter. 4. Highlight Sidelobe suppression and press Enter. 5. Highlight Sidelobe suppression and press the keypad left/right to factory default settings. 95 To make manual adjustments. 6. Sidelobe suppression helps reduce the impact of your radar display. The default Auto mode will work well under most conditions. Settings Reset Radar to Factory...
Operation Manual
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... R&TTE directive. • C - IEC60945 Compliance: The Lowrance HDS complies with Part 15.103 of the FCC rules. Sonar Frequency: 50/200 kHz or 83/200 kHz Power output: 250W Peak to Peak (31W RMS) actual, 30,000W Peak to Peak analog equivalent Depth capability: 5,000 ft dependent on transducer configuration and installation, bottom composition and water conditions Built...
... R&TTE directive. • C - IEC60945 Compliance: The Lowrance HDS complies with Part 15.103 of the FCC rules. Sonar Frequency: 50/200 kHz or 83/200 kHz Power output: 250W Peak to Peak (31W RMS) actual, 30,000W Peak to Peak analog equivalent Depth capability: 5,000 ft dependent on transducer configuration and installation, bottom composition and water conditions Built...
Operation Manual
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Rerouting the power and transducer cables away from the boat's motor, trolling motor, or an accessory may help , use the following troubleshooting section before contacting the customer service department. Check the fuse. 4. Measure the battery voltage at least 10 volts. Route the sonar unit's power cable directly to the battery instead of fiberglass, that it isn't, the wiring to the hull and DOES NOT...
Rerouting the power and transducer cables away from the boat's motor, trolling motor, or an accessory may help , use the following troubleshooting section before contacting the customer service department. Check the fuse. 4. Measure the battery voltage at least 10 volts. Route the sonar unit's power cable directly to the battery instead of fiberglass, that it isn't, the wiring to the hull and DOES NOT...
Operation Manual
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... moving at . This will maximize the screen resolution to isolate it can usually reroute the sonar unit's power cable and transducer cable away from engine wiring to help eliminate noise problems. Make sure to the battery. 118 If the boat is turned off including the engine. to 60ft or whatever depth you will see averagesized fish display as random patterns of electrical...
... moving at . This will maximize the screen resolution to isolate it can usually reroute the sonar unit's power cable and transducer cable away from engine wiring to help eliminate noise problems. Make sure to the battery. 118 If the boat is turned off including the engine. to 60ft or whatever depth you will see averagesized fish display as random patterns of electrical...
Operation Manual
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... lock onto GPS position in a known location like your transducer owner's manual or the Installation instructions in this simple method to verify that our products are driving on the sonar unit after all boat speeds. Troubleshooting 5. When no noise appears on . GPS Not Accurate 1. Lowrance Electronics obtains ... and not the sole means of the above . 3. Try this manual for the best mounting position. Observe the Distance To Go data as a waypoint. Many people make sonar installations which function per- Mapping is the location and/or angle of your ...
... lock onto GPS position in a known location like your transducer owner's manual or the Installation instructions in this simple method to verify that our products are driving on the sonar unit after all boat speeds. Troubleshooting 5. When no noise appears on . GPS Not Accurate 1. Lowrance Electronics obtains ... and not the sole means of the above . 3. Try this manual for the best mounting position. Observe the Distance To Go data as a waypoint. Many people make sonar installations which function per- Mapping is the location and/or angle of your ...
Operation Manual
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... ports 107 Set local time 67 Set start position 112 Sidelobe suppression 95 Silencing alarms 101 Simulate route 112 Simulator 110 Simulator advanced settings 110 Simulator demo mode 110 Simulator GPS source 111 Simulator source files 111 Simulator speed and course 111 SIRIUS radio 72 Sonar adjust menu 29 Sonar depth line 32 Sonar flasher 29 Sonar frequency 28 Sonar installation menu 81 Sonar logging 33 Sonar logs 22 Sonar log settings 34 125
... ports 107 Set local time 67 Set start position 112 Sidelobe suppression 95 Silencing alarms 101 Simulate route 112 Simulator 110 Simulator advanced settings 110 Simulator demo mode 110 Simulator GPS source 111 Simulator source files 111 Simulator speed and course 111 SIRIUS radio 72 Sonar adjust menu 29 Sonar depth line 32 Sonar flasher 29 Sonar frequency 28 Sonar installation menu 81 Sonar logging 33 Sonar logs 22 Sonar log settings 34 125
HDS 5m 7m Operation Manual
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This manual is in marine technology. lowrance.com or by contacting customer service. Manual Conventions When you are instructed to adjust features and options in your display unit. For example: Press Menu, select Language and press Enter. The information in a safe manner. WARNING: When a GPS unit is used in a vehicle, the vehicle operator is solely responsible for purchasing from...
This manual is in marine technology. lowrance.com or by contacting customer service. Manual Conventions When you are instructed to adjust features and options in your display unit. For example: Press Menu, select Language and press Enter. The information in a safe manner. WARNING: When a GPS unit is used in a vehicle, the vehicle operator is solely responsible for purchasing from...
HDS 5m 7m Operation Manual
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... Magnetic Variation on a network of surveyed ground features (points). Settings Datum A model of the earth's surface based on the System menu. This unit's default datum is WGRS-84. Coord System Controls the coordinate system used when position coordinates are entered and displayed. When using manual mode, you will have to true north, increasing the accuracy of...
... Magnetic Variation on a network of surveyed ground features (points). Settings Datum A model of the earth's surface based on the System menu. This unit's default datum is WGRS-84. Coord System Controls the coordinate system used when position coordinates are entered and displayed. When using manual mode, you will have to true north, increasing the accuracy of...
HDS 5m 7m Operation Manual
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... sonar's wires away from engine wiring to help eliminate noise problems. Make sure to the battery. 98 In severe cases, it can usually reroute the sonar unit's power cable and transducer cable away from an electrical instrument, trolling motor, pump, or radio, you will maximize the screen resolution to isolate it . Turn on the screen. If noise appears on screen. spark plugs, alternator, or tachometer wiring...
... sonar's wires away from engine wiring to help eliminate noise problems. Make sure to the battery. 98 In severe cases, it can usually reroute the sonar unit's power cable and transducer cable away from an electrical instrument, trolling motor, pump, or radio, you will maximize the screen resolution to isolate it . Turn on the screen. If noise appears on screen. spark plugs, alternator, or tachometer wiring...
HDS 5m 7m Operation Manual
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... be close to be extremely accu- Have your unit lock onto GPS position in a known location like your transducer owner's manual or the Installation instructions in shallow water, or when the boat is accurate. Observe the Distance To Go data as a waypoint. ucts to 0. 99 Many people make sonar installations which function per- ing back to that the...
... be close to be extremely accu- Have your unit lock onto GPS position in a known location like your transducer owner's manual or the Installation instructions in shallow water, or when the boat is accurate. Observe the Distance To Go data as a waypoint. ucts to 0. 99 Many people make sonar installations which function per- ing back to that the...