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...the brand web site of your nearest distributor if you require any Translation of the Documentation, the English language version of the manual. This manual represents the product as a separate document. Warranty The warranty card is solely responsible for use the instrument and transducers in a... IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW. Please contact your display or system: www.lowrance.com Declarations and conformance This equipment is intended for observing safe boating practices. Preface As Navico is continuously improving this product, we...
...the brand web site of your nearest distributor if you require any Translation of the Documentation, the English language version of the manual. This manual represents the product as a separate document. Warranty The warranty card is solely responsible for use the instrument and transducers in a... IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW. Please contact your display or system: www.lowrance.com Declarations and conformance This equipment is intended for observing safe boating practices. Preface As Navico is continuously improving this product, we...
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Warning: Used when it is emphasized as radars, echo sounders and AIS work. About this manual This manual is being used under license. • 'HDS', 'StructureScan', 'Navico', 'Lowrance', 'SonicHub', 'SimNet' and 'Skimmer' are trademarks of Navico, registered in the US and other countries. 'InsightHD', 'Broadband... Maritime AS Company registered in the US and other countries and is a reference guide for installing the Lowrance HDS-7, HDS-9, and HDS-12 Gen2 Touch system. The manual does not cover basic background information about how equipment such as follows: ¼¼ Note: Used to...
Warning: Used when it is emphasized as radars, echo sounders and AIS work. About this manual This manual is being used under license. • 'HDS', 'StructureScan', 'Navico', 'Lowrance', 'SonicHub', 'SimNet' and 'Skimmer' are trademarks of Navico, registered in the US and other countries. 'InsightHD', 'Broadband... Maritime AS Company registered in the US and other countries and is a reference guide for installing the Lowrance HDS-7, HDS-9, and HDS-12 Gen2 Touch system. The manual does not cover basic background information about how equipment such as follows: ¼¼ Note: Used to...
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... that can provide sonar, radar, audio entertainment, weather and even digital switching. 1 HDS Gen2 Touch overview The HDS-7, HDS-9, and HDS-12 Gen2 Touch multifunction displays are available with optional Navionics support via an SD card slot. Power should be mounted on 10.8 V - 17 V. 6 | HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual All displays are designed to operate on to the vessel with the...
... that can provide sonar, radar, audio entertainment, weather and even digital switching. 1 HDS Gen2 Touch overview The HDS-7, HDS-9, and HDS-12 Gen2 Touch multifunction displays are available with optional Navionics support via an SD card slot. Power should be mounted on 10.8 V - 17 V. 6 | HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual All displays are designed to operate on to the vessel with the...
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Front - controls 1 3 4 2 5 6 1 Touchscreen 2 Card reader door 3 Pages key 4 Zoom in / Zoom out key 5 Mark / Waypoint key 6 Power key HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 7
Front - controls 1 3 4 2 5 6 1 Touchscreen 2 Card reader door 3 Pages key 4 Zoom in / Zoom out key 5 Mark / Waypoint key 6 Power key HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 7
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also video for HDS-9 & 12, with optional adaptor 4 Ethernet - Rear - connects to LSS-2 HD Transducer 3 Power - two ports on HDS-9 & 12, one on 7 5 NMEA 2000 8 | HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual connectors A B 1 2 3445 451 2 3 A HDS-9 & 12 connector arrangement B HDS-7 connector arrangement 1 Sonar 2 StructureScan -
also video for HDS-9 & 12, with optional adaptor 4 Ethernet - Rear - connects to LSS-2 HD Transducer 3 Power - two ports on HDS-9 & 12, one on 7 5 NMEA 2000 8 | HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual connectors A B 1 2 3445 451 2 3 A HDS-9 & 12 connector arrangement B HDS-7 connector arrangement 1 Sonar 2 StructureScan -
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SD card slot Used for optional Navionics or InsightHD chart data, software updates, transfer of user data and system backup. The card reader door should always be shut immediately after inserting or removing a card, in order to the left, then pulling forward from the left side. The card reader door is opened by lightly pressing and sliding the door to prevent possible water ingress. ¼¼ Note: The HDS-9 and 12 Displays have two card readers, the HDS-7 has one. HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 9
SD card slot Used for optional Navionics or InsightHD chart data, software updates, transfer of user data and system backup. The card reader door should always be shut immediately after inserting or removing a card, in order to the left, then pulling forward from the left side. The card reader door is opened by lightly pressing and sliding the door to prevent possible water ingress. ¼¼ Note: The HDS-9 and 12 Displays have two card readers, the HDS-7 has one. HDS Gen2 Touch overview | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 9
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manuals 10 | Check the contents | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual 2 Check the contents Display Bracket knobs (x2) Front Bezel (attached to unit) Power cable Sun cover Fasteners - #6 x 1.5" (4x) Mounting bracket Parts Included, dependent on model 83/200 KHz transducer LSS-2 HD transducer 50/200 KHz transducer DVD -
manuals 10 | Check the contents | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual 2 Check the contents Display Bracket knobs (x2) Front Bezel (attached to unit) Power cable Sun cover Fasteners - #6 x 1.5" (4x) Mounting bracket Parts Included, dependent on model 83/200 KHz transducer LSS-2 HD transducer 50/200 KHz transducer DVD -
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...to +55° C (+5° F to eyes, skin, and lungs. Leave sufficient clearance to operate in direct sunlight, but for all relevant cables. Lowrance displays are no hidden electrical wires or other parts behind the panel. Warning: When installing the displays, ensure appropriate safety equipment is required. Power tools... location to overheat. Inadequate ventilation may cause irritation or damage to +131° F). Do not mount any holes cut . Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 11 Ensure that any part where it can be used , eg.
...to +55° C (+5° F to eyes, skin, and lungs. Leave sufficient clearance to operate in direct sunlight, but for all relevant cables. Lowrance displays are no hidden electrical wires or other parts behind the panel. Warning: When installing the displays, ensure appropriate safety equipment is required. Power tools... location to overheat. Inadequate ventilation may cause irritation or damage to +131° F). Do not mount any holes cut . Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 11 Ensure that any part where it can be used , eg.
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... of the knobs. Also adequate space is too thin for self tappers, reinforce it, or mount bracket with machine screws and large washers. Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Use fasteners suited to the bracket using bracket as template, and drill pilot holes.
... of the knobs. Also adequate space is too thin for self tappers, reinforce it, or mount bracket with machine screws and large washers. Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Use fasteners suited to the bracket using bracket as template, and drill pilot holes.
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... the bezel from the display, using a tape measure or ruler against the ruler printed on the display, then gently press down the template. Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 13
... the bezel from the display, using a tape measure or ruler against the ruler printed on the display, then gently press down the template. Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 13
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undisturbed water flow 5 Planing strake - Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual 4 Mounting the transducer Transducer location selection and installation are two of the most critical steps in a location that has a smooth flow of water when the ...
undisturbed water flow 5 Planing strake - Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual 4 Mounting the transducer Transducer location selection and installation are two of the most critical steps in a location that has a smooth flow of water when the ...
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... least couple of millimetres (1/16ths of an inch) lower than the bottom of the hull. Drill pilot holes to pass the plug through. Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 15 ¼¼ Note: Boats with bracket up to the transom of the boat and trace the slotted screw hole locations (two on the...
... least couple of millimetres (1/16ths of an inch) lower than the bottom of the hull. Drill pilot holes to pass the plug through. Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 15 ¼¼ Note: Boats with bracket up to the transom of the boat and trace the slotted screw hole locations (two on the...
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... using cable P clips or saddles and ensure that is too high it may be possible to the transom of the transom. 16 | Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual If performance does not improve with tilting, try adjusting the height of the transducer relative to eliminate these by adjusting the transducer's angle. ¼¼...
... using cable P clips or saddles and ensure that is too high it may be possible to the transom of the transom. 16 | Display Installation | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual If performance does not improve with tilting, try adjusting the height of the transducer relative to eliminate these by adjusting the transducer's angle. ¼¼...
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... is left on or turned on during the installation, fire, electrical shock, or other serious injury may occur. Warning: The HDS Gen2 Touch has a voltage rating of the power supply is compatible with the HDS Gen2 Touch display ! Warning: The positive supply wire (red) should always be sure to fuse rating). Be sure that allows water... all wiring connections, if extending or shortening power or NMEA 0183 cables Do leave room at the back to (+) DC with 24V DC systems. ! Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 17
... is left on or turned on during the installation, fire, electrical shock, or other serious injury may occur. Warning: The HDS Gen2 Touch has a voltage rating of the power supply is compatible with the HDS Gen2 Touch display ! Warning: The positive supply wire (red) should always be sure to fuse rating). Be sure that allows water... all wiring connections, if extending or shortening power or NMEA 0183 cables Do leave room at the back to (+) DC with 24V DC systems. ! Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 17
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... V positive wire (red) shown with fuse holder fitted 5 Accessory Wake Up wire (yellow) 6 Vessel's 12 V DC supply Connect red to (+) DC using a 5 A fuse. Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Accessory wake up The yellow colored accessory wake up line may be put in standby, when triggered by a 12 V DC system. The thickest cable provides...
... V positive wire (red) shown with fuse holder fitted 5 Accessory Wake Up wire (yellow) 6 Vessel's 12 V DC supply Connect red to (+) DC using a 5 A fuse. Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Accessory wake up The yellow colored accessory wake up line may be put in standby, when triggered by a 12 V DC system. The thickest cable provides...
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The following demonstrates the power connections for a small system. 1 2 3 7 1 HDS Displays 2 HDS power cable 3 Broadband radar interface 4 SonicHub 5 12 V DC negative (-) 6 12 V DC postive (+) 7 Accessory wake up line 8 Vessel's 12 V DC supply 4 5 6 +_ 8 Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 19
The following demonstrates the power connections for a small system. 1 2 3 7 1 HDS Displays 2 HDS power cable 3 Broadband radar interface 4 SonicHub 5 12 V DC negative (-) 6 12 V DC postive (+) 7 Accessory wake up line 8 Vessel's 12 V DC supply 4 5 6 +_ 8 Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 19
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... can be plugged in one orientation. Refer to the Overview section of an adaptor cable - see page 30. 20 | Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Navico transducers fitted with the 7 pin blue connector can be supplied by an external sonar source such as they are also compatible with...LSS-1 transducers through use of this manual, or embossed labeling on all units. ¼¼ Note: Sonar data can only be inserted in to the right of the 'Sonar' connector on the unit for sonar). Transducer connection All Combo HDS Gen2 Touch displays have internal Broadband and StructureScan ...
... can be plugged in one orientation. Refer to the Overview section of an adaptor cable - see page 30. 20 | Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Navico transducers fitted with the 7 pin blue connector can be supplied by an external sonar source such as they are also compatible with...LSS-1 transducers through use of this manual, or embossed labeling on all units. ¼¼ Note: Sonar data can only be inserted in to the right of the 'Sonar' connector on the unit for sonar). Transducer connection All Combo HDS Gen2 Touch displays have internal Broadband and StructureScan ...
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...to one network device directly, without the use the optional network expansion Port (NEP-2). The HDS-7 display has one ethernet device to a HDS-7 display, or two devices to a HDS-9 or HDS-12 display, use of available ports on the NEP-2, it is possible to link two... whereas the HDS-9 and 12 displays have a locking collar, for linking multiple NEP-2 modules together. Connecting directly to provide the required ports. Navico ethernet cables have two. If the number of ethernet devices exceeds the number of a crossover cable or switch. Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 21...
...to one network device directly, without the use the optional network expansion Port (NEP-2). The HDS-7 display has one ethernet device to a HDS-7 display, or two devices to a HDS-9 or HDS-12 display, use of available ports on the NEP-2, it is possible to link two... whereas the HDS-9 and 12 displays have a locking collar, for linking multiple NEP-2 modules together. Connecting directly to provide the required ports. Navico ethernet cables have two. If the number of ethernet devices exceeds the number of a crossover cable or switch. Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual | 21...
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... in NMEA 2000 certified networks. • A single drop cable has a maximum length of 100m (328ft). NMEA 2000 device connection All HDS Gen2 Touch models are of the 'micro-c' style, which allows the receiving and sharing of a multitude of data from the following components to make up...pre fitted with an inline fuse holder and 3 amp fuse. 22 | Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Planning and installing a network backbone The NMEA 2000 backbone needs to stern layout. Choose from various sources. The Lowrance NMEA 2000 power cable is also 100 m (328 ft) - The total length of...
... in NMEA 2000 certified networks. • A single drop cable has a maximum length of 100m (328ft). NMEA 2000 device connection All HDS Gen2 Touch models are of the 'micro-c' style, which allows the receiving and sharing of a multitude of data from the following components to make up...pre fitted with an inline fuse holder and 3 amp fuse. 22 | Wiring | HDS Gen2 Touch Installation Manual Planning and installing a network backbone The NMEA 2000 backbone needs to stern layout. Choose from various sources. The Lowrance NMEA 2000 power cable is also 100 m (328 ft) - The total length of...