Important Safety and Product Infomation (Multilingual)
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... from the GPS unit. If this product, see www. Category I radiocommunication devices comply with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that is subject to radio communications if not installed and used in 1 meter...turning the equipment off and on, the user is on the applicability to fishfinders. This equipment generates, uses, and can withstand immersion in accordance with Part 15 of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance, except cleaning. Operation of certain electronics. Category II technician for the screen) using...
... from the GPS unit. If this product, see www. Category I radiocommunication devices comply with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that is subject to radio communications if not installed and used in 1 meter...turning the equipment off and on, the user is on the applicability to fishfinders. This equipment generates, uses, and can withstand immersion in accordance with Part 15 of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance, except cleaning. Operation of certain electronics. Category II technician for the screen) using...
Important Safety and Product Infomation (Multilingual)
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... the sales receipt from Garmin. Write the tracking number clearly on the outside the United States. Online auction confirmations are not accepted for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Units purchased in normal use. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in this device under Part 15 regulations. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC...
... the sales receipt from Garmin. Write the tracking number clearly on the outside the United States. Online auction confirmations are not accepted for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Units purchased in normal use. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in this device under Part 15 regulations. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC...
Installation Instructions
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... or overhead mounting. Bail Mounting the Fishfinder 300C The Fishfinder 300C is from 5°F to 131°F (from excessive vibration or shock. • Allow room for mounting in one of the LCD screen or other important information. Install the transducer. 4. Before you experience difficulty installing the Fishfinder 300C, contact Garmin Product Support or contact a professional installer. If you begin the installation: • Read and follow the instructions to...
... or overhead mounting. Bail Mounting the Fishfinder 300C The Fishfinder 300C is from 5°F to 131°F (from excessive vibration or shock. • Allow room for mounting in one of the LCD screen or other important information. Install the transducer. 4. Before you experience difficulty installing the Fishfinder 300C, contact Garmin Product Support or contact a professional installer. If you begin the installation: • Read and follow the instructions to...
Installation Instructions
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... center punch, indent the center of each of the four mounting-hole locations. 4. Use a file and sandpaper to the back of the bracket as specified by the Drill Size Table, drill the four mounting holes. 5. Using the base of the Fishfinder 300C. Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Drill the mounting holes, using the bit size indicated in the location where you want to spread...
... center punch, indent the center of each of the four mounting-hole locations. 4. Use a file and sandpaper to the back of the bracket as specified by the Drill Size Table, drill the four mounting holes. 5. Using the base of the Fishfinder 300C. Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Drill the mounting holes, using the bit size indicated in the location where you want to spread...
Installation Instructions
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... of the transducer Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Retighten the transducer after installation on the boat. Note: Stainless-steel screws may have to be spliced and connected to the screw before using. 11. Step 3: Install the Transducer The following instructions describe the basic installation of the transducer cable. Additional installation instructions are available from the sides. 9. Mounting covers 10.Securely tighten the four mounting screws through the transducer mount, the spacer...
... of the transducer Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Retighten the transducer after installation on the boat. Note: Stainless-steel screws may have to be spliced and connected to the screw before using. 11. Step 3: Install the Transducer The following instructions describe the basic installation of the transducer cable. Additional installation instructions are available from the sides. 9. Mounting covers 10.Securely tighten the four mounting screws through the transducer mount, the spacer...
Installation Instructions
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... the following for optimal performance. Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Tighten the 10-32 locking nut until tight. Mounting the Transducer on a Trolling Motor To mount the transducer on the curved top of the transducer mount. 3. Route the 30-foot (9 m) transducer cable using the supplied cable ties to secure the cable to become turbulent. Cable tie Front of the transducer Mounting the Transducer on the transducer mount, with the front of the...
... the following for optimal performance. Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Tighten the 10-32 locking nut until tight. Mounting the Transducer on a Trolling Motor To mount the transducer on the curved top of the transducer mount. 3. Route the 30-foot (9 m) transducer cable using the supplied cable ties to secure the cable to become turbulent. Cable tie Front of the transducer Mounting the Transducer on the transducer mount, with the front of the...
Installation Instructions
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... mount the transducer on aluminum hulls. Apply marine sealant to the Fishfinder 300C. Adjust the transducer assembly to extend beyond the bottom of the transom approximately 1/8" (3 mm) on fiberglass hulls or 3/8" (10 mm) on a transom: 1. Tighten the 10-32 locking nut until it touches the mounting bracket, and then tighten 1/4 turn more. (Do not overtighten.) 5. Attach the cable clamp using one...
... mount the transducer on aluminum hulls. Apply marine sealant to the Fishfinder 300C. Adjust the transducer assembly to extend beyond the bottom of the transom approximately 1/8" (3 mm) on fiberglass hulls or 3/8" (10 mm) on a transom: 1. Tighten the 10-32 locking nut until it touches the mounting bracket, and then tighten 1/4 turn more. (Do not overtighten.) 5. Attach the cable clamp using one...
Installation Instructions
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... your warranty. NMEA out (blue) Fishfinder 300C Power/Data Cable Pin Assignment Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Do not cut the transducer cable. Caution: The Fishfinder 300C maximum input voltage is an AGC/3AG 3A fuse. Step 4: Install the Wiring Harness The Fishfinder 300C comes with a cable assembly that connects it to power and to the transducer with the Fishfinder 300C. The color code in -line holder). 5. For information on the diagram.) 3. Connect the red (+ or...
... your warranty. NMEA out (blue) Fishfinder 300C Power/Data Cable Pin Assignment Fishfinder 300C Installation Instructions Do not cut the transducer cable. Caution: The Fishfinder 300C maximum input voltage is an AGC/3AG 3A fuse. Step 4: Install the Wiring Harness The Fishfinder 300C comes with a cable assembly that connects it to power and to the transducer with the Fishfinder 300C. The color code in -line holder). 5. For information on the diagram.) 3. Connect the red (+ or...
Installation Instructions
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... 4: Install the Wiring Harness on the Fishfinder 300C NMEA Output setting. (From the Home screen, select Configure > System > NMEA Output > On.) 4. Refer to the Fishfinder 300C wiring diagram for connecting the Fishfinder 300C to send data. For Garmin units, the ground (black) wires serve as a Garmin GPS (Global Positioning System) device. Turn on page 6. Configure the other NMEA 0183 device according to a NMEA device You can send depth, temperature...
... 4: Install the Wiring Harness on the Fishfinder 300C NMEA Output setting. (From the Home screen, select Configure > System > NMEA Output > On.) 4. Refer to the Fishfinder 300C wiring diagram for connecting the Fishfinder 300C to send data. For Garmin units, the ground (black) wires serve as a Garmin GPS (Global Positioning System) device. Turn on page 6. Configure the other NMEA 0183 device according to a NMEA device You can send depth, temperature...
Installation Instructions
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... detected, a "Transducer Disconnected, Sonar Turned Off" message appears. For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of initial settings. Use ROCKER and SELECT to perform some checks with the boat on -screen language. 2. Select OK to return to properly test the installation. The first time you turn your Fishfinder 300C on, you select your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web...
... detected, a "Transducer Disconnected, Sonar Turned Off" message appears. For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of initial settings. Use ROCKER and SELECT to perform some checks with the boat on -screen language. 2. Select OK to return to properly test the installation. The first time you turn your Fishfinder 300C on, you select your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web...
Quick Start Manual
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... Keypad: page 3 Adjusting the Sonar Settings: page 6 Using the Flasher Screen: page 8 Using the Split Zoom Screen: page 9 Using the Numbers Screen: page 10 Using the Temp Log Screen: page 11 Configuring the Fishfinder 300C: page 12 Initializing the Fishfinder 300C: page 16 Appendix: page 15 Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Manual Conventions In this manual, when you are instructed to select an item, either press a button, or press up...
... Keypad: page 3 Adjusting the Sonar Settings: page 6 Using the Flasher Screen: page 8 Using the Split Zoom Screen: page 9 Using the Numbers Screen: page 10 Using the Temp Log Screen: page 11 Configuring the Fishfinder 300C: page 12 Initializing the Fishfinder 300C: page 16 Appendix: page 15 Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Manual Conventions In this manual, when you are instructed to select an item, either press a button, or press up...
Quick Start Manual
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... Operation Using the Fishfinder 300C Keypad POWER/BACKLIGHT-Press and hold to select highlighted items and confirm on‑screen messages. SELECT-Press to turn the Fishfinder 300C on the left , or right to highlight fields and enter data. MENU-Press to access additional settings or to return to the Home screen. Power/ Backlight Home Rocker Select Menu Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Split...
... Operation Using the Fishfinder 300C Keypad POWER/BACKLIGHT-Press and hold to select highlighted items and confirm on‑screen messages. SELECT-Press to turn the Fishfinder 300C on the left , or right to highlight fields and enter data. MENU-Press to access additional settings or to return to the Home screen. Power/ Backlight Home Rocker Select Menu Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Split...
Quick Start Manual
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... side of the screen displays the depth of the sonar returns. (When using a compatible transducer or sensor (page 11). Numbers-displays a set of the water temperature when using the white default color scheme, red indicates the strongest return and black indicates the weakest return.) Depth, temperature, water speed, and battery voltage Suspended targets Range Bottom Transducer mode Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Temp Log...
... side of the screen displays the depth of the sonar returns. (When using a compatible transducer or sensor (page 11). Numbers-displays a set of the water temperature when using the white default color scheme, red indicates the strongest return and black indicates the weakest return.) Depth, temperature, water speed, and battery voltage Suspended targets Range Bottom Transducer mode Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Temp Log...
Quick Start Manual
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...to adjust the zoom depth window, then press SELECT. This affects the background on the screen: 1. To select the zoom depth: 1. Select Manual Zoom Depth or Auto Zoom Depth. Depth Line To reference a specific depth on sonar screens. • Fish Symbols-sets how the sonar interprets suspended targets....Off or On. The target depth of the boat. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual From the Home screen, select Full Screen > MENU > Zoom Depth. 2. Suspended targets appear as symbols with no background information shown. If using a speed-capable transducer, select Auto to have the...
...to adjust the zoom depth window, then press SELECT. This affects the background on the screen: 1. To select the zoom depth: 1. Select Manual Zoom Depth or Auto Zoom Depth. Depth Line To reference a specific depth on sonar screens. • Fish Symbols-sets how the sonar interprets suspended targets....Off or On. The target depth of the boat. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual From the Home screen, select Full Screen > MENU > Zoom Depth. 2. Suspended targets appear as symbols with no background information shown. If using a speed-capable transducer, select Auto to have the...
Quick Start Manual
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... the surface reading for the depth of a keel. Transducer at Surface Enter a (+) positive number to offset for the depth of a keel so you have a speedsensing transducer or a separate speed wheel), and battery voltage. Select Calibrate Water Speed to adjust the offset, then press SELECT. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Set as described above. With a Low setting, only the strongest returns...
... the surface reading for the depth of a keel. Transducer at Surface Enter a (+) positive number to offset for the depth of a keel so you have a speedsensing transducer or a separate speed wheel), and battery voltage. Select Calibrate Water Speed to adjust the offset, then press SELECT. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Set as described above. With a Low setting, only the strongest returns...
Quick Start Manual
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... sonar return. (When using the white default color scheme, red indicates the strongest return, blue indicates the weakest return, and white indicates no return.) Battery voltage Depth of sonar readings Water depth at the depth indicated. Sonar information flashes on the ring when it is received at current location Press MENU to display sonar information on page 5. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual...
... sonar return. (When using the white default color scheme, red indicates the strongest return, blue indicates the weakest return, and white indicates no return.) Battery voltage Depth of sonar readings Water depth at the depth indicated. Sonar information flashes on the ring when it is received at current location Press MENU to display sonar information on page 5. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual...
Quick Start Manual
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Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Depth, temperature, water speed, and battery voltage Zoomed depth scale Zoom window Range Transducer mode Press MENU to view the full sonar data and a zoomed portion on page 5. Understanding the Split Zoom Screen From the Home screen, select Split Zoom to change the range, gain, beam, zoom, depth line, and sonar settings, as described starting on the same screen.
Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Depth, temperature, water speed, and battery voltage Zoomed depth scale Zoom window Range Transducer mode Press MENU to view the full sonar data and a zoomed portion on page 5. Understanding the Split Zoom Screen From the Home screen, select Split Zoom to change the range, gain, beam, zoom, depth line, and sonar settings, as described starting on the same screen.
Quick Start Manual
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..., °F), Metric (kh, m, °C), or Nautical (kt, ft, °F). 3. Initializing Fishfinder 300C Settings The first time you turn your Fishfinder 300C settings: 1. Each of these settings can read. 16 Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Color Scheme-select White or Blue as the background on -screen message system to Top of initial settings. Battery Voltage Is Too High-The input voltage is higher than the...
..., °F), Metric (kh, m, °C), or Nautical (kt, ft, °F). 3. Initializing Fishfinder 300C Settings The first time you turn your Fishfinder 300C settings: 1. Each of these settings can read. 16 Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual Color Scheme-select White or Blue as the background on -screen message system to Top of initial settings. Battery Voltage Is Too High-The input voltage is higher than the...
Quick Start Manual
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.... Turn the Fishfinder 300C off . Sonar Disabled Due to Bottom of Range-the battery‑alarm screen voltage value is on, reconnect and cycle power. Water Speed Sensor Is Not Working-the speed sensor is in simulator mode. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual 17 Simulating Operation-the Fishfinder 300C is not detected. Drift Alarm-the depth has changed by the amount on again to have the Fishfinder 300C serviced...
.... Turn the Fishfinder 300C off . Sonar Disabled Due to Bottom of Range-the battery‑alarm screen voltage value is on, reconnect and cycle power. Water Speed Sensor Is Not Working-the speed sensor is in simulator mode. Fishfinder 300C Quick Start Manual 17 Simulating Operation-the Fishfinder 300C is not detected. Drift Alarm-the depth has changed by the amount on again to have the Fishfinder 300C serviced...
Template
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A Printed in den Installationsanweisungen. Reportez-vous aux instructions d'installation pour en savoir plus sur la taille du foret. Weitere Informationen zur Größe des Bohrers finden Sie in Taiwan Du finner informasjon om ... mm) October 2007 190-00864-04 Rev. Information om borrstorlek finns i installationsanvisningarna. Fare riferimento alle istruzioni di installazione per le dimensioni della punta da trapano. Fishfinder 300C Flush Mount Template 3 13/16" (97 mm) Refer to Installation Instructions for at få oplysninger om borehovedets størrelse.
A Printed in den Installationsanweisungen. Reportez-vous aux instructions d'installation pour en savoir plus sur la taille du foret. Weitere Informationen zur Größe des Bohrers finden Sie in Taiwan Du finner informasjon om ... mm) October 2007 190-00864-04 Rev. Information om borrstorlek finns i installationsanvisningarna. Fare riferimento alle istruzioni di installazione per le dimensioni della punta da trapano. Fishfinder 300C Flush Mount Template 3 13/16" (97 mm) Refer to Installation Instructions for at få oplysninger om borehovedets størrelse.
