Sonar and DSI Installation Manual
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...unit and connecting the unit to power. Traditional Sonar and DSI Sonar Installation This document covers the installation of this installation does not apply to the GPS only units since they do not have a transducer. Turn to pages 8-11 for information on the bracket ... TMB-S bracket kit (Skimmer trolling motor mount) 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 1 9/14/2011 11:55:30 PM DSI sonar installation is covered in your vessel! Traditional Sonar Transducer Installation One piece bracket (Recommended Tools and Supplies - The first section of the document covers the installation of the...
...unit and connecting the unit to power. Traditional Sonar and DSI Sonar Installation This document covers the installation of this installation does not apply to the GPS only units since they do not have a transducer. Turn to pages 8-11 for information on the bracket ... TMB-S bracket kit (Skimmer trolling motor mount) 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 1 9/14/2011 11:55:30 PM DSI sonar installation is covered in your vessel! Traditional Sonar Transducer Installation One piece bracket (Recommended Tools and Supplies - The first section of the document covers the installation of the...
Sonar and DSI Installation Manual
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...2011 11:55:30 PM NOTE: Mount the transducer at all times and in a smooth flow of the transducer bracket. 2 Good locations Too high Poor angle Poor locations 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. Aligning Ratchets on bracket You will use... ground. 1. Insert the ratchets in the water at least one foot away from the engine lower unit. Select a transducer location To function properly the Skimmer transducer must be in the bracket with the letter "A" aligned with the dot stamped on the outside of water, interference caused...
...2011 11:55:30 PM NOTE: Mount the transducer at all times and in a smooth flow of the transducer bracket. 2 Good locations Too high Poor angle Poor locations 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. Aligning Ratchets on bracket You will use... ground. 1. Insert the ratchets in the water at least one foot away from the engine lower unit. Select a transducer location To function properly the Skimmer transducer must be in the bracket with the letter "A" aligned with the dot stamped on the outside of water, interference caused...
Sonar and DSI Installation Manual
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...is parallel with the ground. Assembling the bracket After determining the correct position for the ratchets, loosely assemble the transducer and bracket assembly. allel to the ground, remove the transducer and ratchets from A the side. Repeat this time with the letter "B" aligned with the ground. C. Lock...is par- If it against letter "A". Look at dot the transducer from the bracket. Reassemble the transducer and bracket and place it is parallel to the ground, then the "A" position is correct. 4. If the transducer can be adjusted so its face is parallel with the dot ...
...is parallel with the ground. Assembling the bracket After determining the correct position for the ratchets, loosely assemble the transducer and bracket assembly. allel to the ground, remove the transducer and ratchets from A the side. Repeat this time with the letter "B" aligned with the ground. C. Lock...is par- If it against letter "A". Look at dot the transducer from the bracket. Reassemble the transducer and bracket and place it is parallel to the ground, then the "A" position is correct. 4. If the transducer can be adjusted so its face is parallel with the dot ...
Sonar and DSI Installation Manual
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If you need to pass the connector through the bracket. Use the 4 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 4 9/14/2011 11:55:31 PM When the transducer and bracket are properly aligned mark its center line is installed properly. Do not over the bolt and through , the hole size will depend on ... on the hull. 3. Drill the mounting holes for the #10 screws). up if it strikes an object. Make test run to determine results After the transducer is installed make sure to leave some slack in the transom to drill a hole in the cable near the...
If you need to pass the connector through the bracket. Use the 4 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 4 9/14/2011 11:55:31 PM When the transducer and bracket are properly aligned mark its center line is installed properly. Do not over the bolt and through , the hole size will depend on ... on the hull. 3. Drill the mounting holes for the #10 screws). up if it strikes an object. Make test run to determine results After the transducer is installed make sure to leave some slack in the transom to drill a hole in the cable near the...
Sonar and DSI Installation Manual
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...pad keel pad that offers a good transducer mounting surface. WARNING: Do not remove material from the inner hull. If the transducer has a built in the transducer mounting bracket to hull Transducer Epoxy Shoot-thru-hull Skimmer and Pod transducer installation Before attempting any installation on the ... 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 5 9/14/2011 11:55:31 PM Traditional Sonar Transducer epoxied to loosen the screws and slide the transducer up or down, if adjustments are necessary. On vee hulls A transducer can not shoot through wood or metal hulls. slots in temp sensor, ...
...pad keel pad that offers a good transducer mounting surface. WARNING: Do not remove material from the inner hull. If the transducer has a built in the transducer mounting bracket to hull Transducer Epoxy Shoot-thru-hull Skimmer and Pod transducer installation Before attempting any installation on the ... 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 5 9/14/2011 11:55:31 PM Traditional Sonar Transducer epoxied to loosen the screws and slide the transducer up or down, if adjustments are necessary. On vee hulls A transducer can not shoot through wood or metal hulls. slots in temp sensor, ...
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... sanding, clean the hull and the face of the transducer with the hull. Sand transducer face and mounting location Apply epoxy to transducer face and mounting location. 4. Press the transducer into position, the transducer can be epoxied, and the face of the transducer. To use shoot-thru-hull installation: 1. Sand ...the inside a boat hull. Once epoxied into the epoxy, turning it is smooth to the touch. Apply pressure to move the transducer while the epoxy is setting. Epoxy is long enough to reach the sonar unit. Make sure there are no air pockets Epoxy Hull in...
... sanding, clean the hull and the face of the transducer with the hull. Sand transducer face and mounting location Apply epoxy to transducer face and mounting location. 4. Press the transducer into position, the transducer can be epoxied, and the face of the transducer. To use shoot-thru-hull installation: 1. Sand ...the inside a boat hull. Once epoxied into the epoxy, turning it is smooth to the touch. Apply pressure to move the transducer while the epoxy is setting. Epoxy is long enough to reach the sonar unit. Make sure there are no air pockets Epoxy Hull in...
Sonar and DSI Installation Manual
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... so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is used to attach a one-piece bracket skimmer transducer to a trolling motor. Trolling motor Skimmer and Pod Installation The TMB-S trolling motor bracket (Part No. 51-45) is an optional accessory and is... a TMB-S trolling motor bracket to be parallel with the hull with a minimum amount of epoxy between the hull and transducer. The top of the Pod transducer is available through the Pod transducer slots and then slip the strap around the trolling motor. Internal tooth washer Bolt Plastic bracket Lock nut Flat washer...
... so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is used to attach a one-piece bracket skimmer transducer to a trolling motor. Trolling motor Skimmer and Pod Installation The TMB-S trolling motor bracket (Part No. 51-45) is an optional accessory and is... a TMB-S trolling motor bracket to be parallel with the hull with a minimum amount of epoxy between the hull and transducer. The top of the Pod transducer is available through the Pod transducer slots and then slip the strap around the trolling motor. Internal tooth washer Bolt Plastic bracket Lock nut Flat washer...
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NOTE: Use 18 gauge wire to the trolling motor. Traditional Sonar 3. Position the transducer so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is enough slack in the water. Connect the black wire to a ground. 2. Attach a 3 Amp ... adjustable strap securely to extend the power or ground wires. 8 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 8 9/14/2011 11:55:32 PM Adjustable strap Plastic ties (not included) Transducer cable Connecting the unit to power 1. Make sure there is in the...
NOTE: Use 18 gauge wire to the trolling motor. Traditional Sonar 3. Position the transducer so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is enough slack in the water. Connect the black wire to a ground. 2. Attach a 3 Amp ... adjustable strap securely to extend the power or ground wires. 8 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 8 9/14/2011 11:55:32 PM Adjustable strap Plastic ties (not included) Transducer cable Connecting the unit to power 1. Make sure there is in the...
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DSI Sonar DSI Series Installation This document covers the installation of the DSI series transducer and display unit installation. WARNING: Make sure you read all installation instructions before drilling holes in your vessel. (Tools and Supplies - not included) Drill Marine grade below waterline sealant 1" (25mm) or 5/8" (15mm) drill bit Zip ties (trolling motor mount) #29 (0.136") (3mm) drill bit Trolling motor accessory kit Slotted-head (Phillips) drill bit FM-ME5 flush mount kit (pn: 000-10028-001) (optional) 13 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 13 9/14/2011 11:55:41 PM
DSI Sonar DSI Series Installation This document covers the installation of the DSI series transducer and display unit installation. WARNING: Make sure you read all installation instructions before drilling holes in your vessel. (Tools and Supplies - not included) Drill Marine grade below waterline sealant 1" (25mm) or 5/8" (15mm) drill bit Zip ties (trolling motor mount) #29 (0.136") (3mm) drill bit Trolling motor accessory kit Slotted-head (Phillips) drill bit FM-ME5 flush mount kit (pn: 000-10028-001) (optional) 13 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 13 9/14/2011 11:55:41 PM
Sonar and DSI Installation Manual
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DSI Sonar Good location Poor angle Poor location Too high Aligning transducer ratchets Ratchets are used to ensure the transducer is installed parallel to the ground. 1. Insert the ratchets in the bracket with the letter "A" aligned with the dot stamped on...lose bottom signal when the boat is moving. Install the transducer at all times and in a smooth flow of the transducer bracket. 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. CD Selecting transducer location The DSI transducer must be in the water at least 1' (.3m) away...
DSI Sonar Good location Poor angle Poor location Too high Aligning transducer ratchets Ratchets are used to ensure the transducer is installed parallel to the ground. 1. Insert the ratchets in the bracket with the letter "A" aligned with the dot stamped on...lose bottom signal when the boat is moving. Install the transducer at all times and in a smooth flow of the transducer bracket. 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. CD Selecting transducer location The DSI transducer must be in the water at least 1' (.3m) away...
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... 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 16 9/14/2011 11:55:42 PM Look at the transducer from the bracket. When the transducer and bracket are properly aligned mark its face is parallel with the dot stamped in the bracket. DSI Sonar 3. Hold the transducer assembly against the transom. 5. Repeat this time with the letter "B" aligned with...
... 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 16 9/14/2011 11:55:42 PM Look at the transducer from the bracket. When the transducer and bracket are properly aligned mark its face is parallel with the dot stamped in the bracket. DSI Sonar 3. Hold the transducer assembly against the transom. 5. Repeat this time with the letter "B" aligned with...
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... for the #10 screws). 4. Attach the transducer to a trolling motor. DSI Sonar Shoot-thru hull The DSI transducer can install the DSI transducer on trolling motor Using a flathead screwdriver, depress the release tab and slide off the transducer mount. This is available through LEI Extras at ...www. You must remove the factory installed transducer mount from the transducer housing before you to mount the DSI transducer to the transom using the supplied screws (2). Use a...
... for the #10 screws). 4. Attach the transducer to a trolling motor. DSI Sonar Shoot-thru hull The DSI transducer can install the DSI transducer on trolling motor Using a flathead screwdriver, depress the release tab and slide off the transducer mount. This is available through LEI Extras at ...www. You must remove the factory installed transducer mount from the transducer housing before you to mount the DSI transducer to the transom using the supplied screws (2). Use a...
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... trolling motor housing and slip the strap around the trolling motor. Make sure there is in the transducer cable for the trolling motor to the trolling motor. DSI Sonar Installing transducer on trolling motor: 1. Place the DSI transducer inside the trolling motor housing. 2. Slide the adjustable strap (hose clamp) through these slots. 3. Position the trolling...
... trolling motor housing and slip the strap around the trolling motor. Make sure there is in the transducer cable for the trolling motor to the trolling motor. DSI Sonar Installing transducer on trolling motor: 1. Place the DSI transducer inside the trolling motor housing. 2. Slide the adjustable strap (hose clamp) through these slots. 3. Position the trolling...
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DSI Wiring Diagram DSI Sonar Fuse (not included) Transducer/ power cable DSI filter cable Battery Optional speed sensor DSI transducer 19 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 19 Optional temp sensor 9/14/2011 11:55:44 PM
DSI Wiring Diagram DSI Sonar Fuse (not included) Transducer/ power cable DSI filter cable Battery Optional speed sensor DSI transducer 19 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 19 Optional temp sensor 9/14/2011 11:55:44 PM
Operation Manual
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Frequency Controls the transducer frequency used by the unit. 800 kHz offers the best resolution, while 455 kHz has greater depth coverage. Color Used to select the upper limit ... for suspended targets. NOTE: When using a custom range, you may recieve incorrect depth information. Upper and Lower Limits Used to change the unit's color palette. DSI Upper and lower limits must be at bottom detail. The White background palette works well for viewing structure detail and determining bottom hardness. Custom Range...
Frequency Controls the transducer frequency used by the unit. 800 kHz offers the best resolution, while 455 kHz has greater depth coverage. Color Used to select the upper limit ... for suspended targets. NOTE: When using a custom range, you may recieve incorrect depth information. Upper and Lower Limits Used to change the unit's color palette. DSI Upper and lower limits must be at bottom detail. The White background palette works well for viewing structure detail and determining bottom hardness. Custom Range...
Operation Manual
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... the unit will only send sonar signals to Keel Offset and Temp Calibration settings. Installation menu Keel Offset All transducers measure water depth from the transducer to the bottom. Transducer Keel Keel Offset (-3.5 feet) 36 WARNING: Manual mode should only be used by advanced sonar users. Installation ...in manual mode, you may not receive any depth readings, or you may recieve incorrect depth information. When the unit is out of transducer range. That allows the display to monitor the effects noise (boat pumps, water conditions, engine ignition systems, etc.) has on your ...
... the unit will only send sonar signals to Keel Offset and Temp Calibration settings. Installation menu Keel Offset All transducers measure water depth from the transducer to the bottom. Transducer Keel Keel Offset (-3.5 feet) 36 WARNING: Manual mode should only be used by advanced sonar users. Installation ...in manual mode, you may not receive any depth readings, or you may recieve incorrect depth information. When the unit is out of transducer range. That allows the display to monitor the effects noise (boat pumps, water conditions, engine ignition systems, etc.) has on your ...
Operation Manual
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...Anchor Shallow 37 Alarms sounds alarm when you are only available in Advanced mode. Settings Temperature calibration Calibrates data from the transducer temperature sensor with data from the transducer to the lowest part of your destination (Advanced Mode only) sounds alarm when your course exceeds a selected off-course threshold..., Off Course and Anchor alarms are within a selected distance of the keel. If, for example, the keel is 3.5 feet below the transducer, it will be input as -3.5 feet. Before setting keel offset, measure the distance from a known temperature source to zero.
...Anchor Shallow 37 Alarms sounds alarm when you are only available in Advanced mode. Settings Temperature calibration Calibrates data from the transducer temperature sensor with data from the transducer to the lowest part of your destination (Advanced Mode only) sounds alarm when your course exceeds a selected off-course threshold..., Off Course and Anchor alarms are within a selected distance of the keel. If, for example, the keel is 3.5 feet below the transducer, it will be input as -3.5 feet. Before setting keel offset, measure the distance from a known temperature source to zero.
Operation Manual
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...Gold) Waypoints, Routes Up to 2GB); Case Size Display Backlight Communications Shared devices supported Transmit Power Power Requirement Voltage Input Current drain Fuse type Elite 5 DSI General 5.4" H (134mm) x 6.8" W (174mm); 6" H (152mm) with bracket (5" diagonal) Enhanced Solar MAX™ 480x480 256 ...630mA) 3-amp Automotive (not supplied) Specifications Max depth Transducer Frequency Max speed Transducer DSI Sonar 250 ft (76m) 455/800kHz 50 mph (80 kph) 2-8 mph (3-12 kph) optimal for imaging DSI (Downscan) transducer Transducer cable 20ft (6m) GPS Mapping card slot microSD ...
...Gold) Waypoints, Routes Up to 2GB); Case Size Display Backlight Communications Shared devices supported Transmit Power Power Requirement Voltage Input Current drain Fuse type Elite 5 DSI General 5.4" H (134mm) x 6.8" W (174mm); 6" H (152mm) with bracket (5" diagonal) Enhanced Solar MAX™ 480x480 256 ...630mA) 3-amp Automotive (not supplied) Specifications Max depth Transducer Frequency Max speed Transducer DSI Sonar 250 ft (76m) 455/800kHz 50 mph (80 kph) 2-8 mph (3-12 kph) optimal for imaging DSI (Downscan) transducer Transducer cable 20ft (6m) GPS Mapping card slot microSD ...
Operation Manual
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... Shared device supported Transmit Power Power Requirement Voltage Input Current drain Fuse type Elite 4 DSI & Mark 4 DSI General 5.6" H (144mm) x 3.7" W (94.3mm); 6.4" H (164mm) with bracket Elite 4: (3.5" diagonal) 320x240 (256 color) TFT LCD Mark 4: (3.5" diagonal...) 320x240 monochrome TFT LCD White LED (10 levels) NMEA 0183 Output VHF and Autopilot through NMEA 0183 Power 2800W PTP; 350W RMS 12V 10 to 17V at 13.5V (250mA) 3-amp Automotive (not supplied) Max depth Transducer Frequency Max speed Transducer DSI...
... Shared device supported Transmit Power Power Requirement Voltage Input Current drain Fuse type Elite 4 DSI & Mark 4 DSI General 5.6" H (144mm) x 3.7" W (94.3mm); 6.4" H (164mm) with bracket Elite 4: (3.5" diagonal) 320x240 (256 color) TFT LCD Mark 4: (3.5" diagonal...) 320x240 monochrome TFT LCD White LED (10 levels) NMEA 0183 Output VHF and Autopilot through NMEA 0183 Power 2800W PTP; 350W RMS 12V 10 to 17V at 13.5V (250mA) 3-amp Automotive (not supplied) Max depth Transducer Frequency Max speed Transducer DSI...