DS400 & DS500 Digital Fishfinders Owner’s Handbook Document number: 81234-1 Date: December 2003
DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders iii Preface This handbook describes the Raymarine DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders. Conventions Used Throughout this handbook, the labelled keys are shown in bold capitals; for example, MENU. The software menu names and options are shown in normal capitals; for example, AUTOMATIC. Operating procedures, which may consist of a single key-press or a sequence of numbered steps, are indicated by a ➤ symbol in the margin.
DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders iv Important Information This handbook contains important information on the installation and operation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best results in operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly. Raymarine’s Product Support representatives, or your authorized dealer, are available to answer any questions you may have. Intended Use Raymarine DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders are intended for recreational fishfinding.
DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders • • v Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual. If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be removed. If the ferrite needs to be removed during installation it must be reassembled in the same position. Safety Notices 1. PRODUCT INSTALLATION.
vi DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Raymarine Products and Services Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. Raymarine’s Technical Services representatives or your local dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have.
vii Contents Preface ................................................................................................................... iii Important Information ........................................................................................iv Chapter 1: Overview ............................................................................................1 1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................... 1 Features ............................
viii DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Chapter 3: Getting Started ................................................................................27 3.1 Introduction .................................................................................... 27 3.2 Powering on the Fishfinder ............................................................ 27 3.3 Simulator Mode .............................................................................. 27 3.4 LCD Display ..........................................
ix Transparent Menu ....................................................................... 59 PALETTE... ................................................................................ 59 Selection ............................................................................... 59 Background Color ................................................................. 59 DATA ITEMS... .......................................................................... 60 NAV. SET UP... (Navigation Data) ..................
x DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 7.2 Problem Solving ............................................................................. 77 Common Problems and Their Solutions ..................................... 77 7.3 How to Contact Raymarine ............................................................ 78 On the Internet ............................................................................ 78 Customer Support ................................................................. 78 In the US ..........
Chapter 1: Overview 1 Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 Introduction This handbook describes the DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders. The DS400/DS500 feature state-of-the-art High Definition Fish Imaging (HDFI) technology. Constantly adjusting transmitter and receiver parameters, the DS400/DS500 intelligently analyzes fish and bottom echoes and automatically produces a crystal clear echo sounder display.
2 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders The DS400/500 employs a very high transmission repetition or “ping” rate which, along with the digital adaptive high sample rate receiver, ensures that fish and bottom structure are presented in superb detail and optimal color allocation. The DS400/500 digital bandwidth adaptation adjusts the receiver band width dynamically from very wide to very narrow, as required by the actual water conditions.
3 D6451-1 Chapter 1: Overview Fishfinder Transducer Figure 1-3: Basic Fishfinder System using the DS400/500 Transducer The DS400/500 requires a transducer for measuring water depth, water temperature, distance traveled, and speed. A transducer is included with some fishfinder models. It is important to position your transducer correctly. Details on your transducer, including location and installation instructions, are included in the transducer box.
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Chapter 2: Installation 5 Chapter 2: Installation 2.1 Introduction This chapter provides installation instructions for your DS400/500. Note: If you wish to practice using the unit before installation, connect the power cable and use the simulator mode as described in Chapter 3. For power, connect a 12VDC power supply, attaching the red wire to positive and the black wire to negative. See Section 3.3 for details.
6 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 2.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components Unpack your system carefully, to prevent damage to the equipment. Save the carton and packing, in case you need to return a unit for service. Check that you have all the correct system components. These depend on your system package, as follows: Table 2-1: Parts and Accessories Item Part No.
Chapter 2: Installation 7 2.3 Selecting the Equipment Location Mounting Location The DS400/500 is waterproof to IPX7 is and designed to be mounted either above or below deck. The unit should be protected from physical damage and excessive vibration. CAUTION: Mount the DS400/500 in a protected area away from prolonged exposure to rain, salt spray, and direct sunlight, but well ventilated.
8 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 2.4 Cable Runs Consider the following before installing the system cables: • • • • • You will need to attach the power and transducer cables. All cables should be adequately secured, protected from physical damage, and protected from exposure to heat. Avoid running cables through bilges or doorways, or close to moving or hot objects. Sharp bends must be avoided. Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead, a watertight feed-through should be used.
Chapter 2: Installation 9 2.99 in (76 mm) 3.46 in (88 mm) 2.28 in (57.9 mm) 2.70 in (68.6 mm) 2.83 in (72 mm) 5.88 in (149.4 mm) 2.28 in (57.9 mm) 5.12 in (130 mm) 1.3 in (33.2 mm) 4.45 in (113 mm) 3.17 in (80.5 mm) 5.
10 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 2.99 in (76 mm) 5.88 in (149.4 mm) 3.46 in (88 mm) 3.08 in (78.3 mm) 2.83 (72 m 2.66 in (67.6 mm) 2.66 in (67.6 mm) 6.37 in (161.8 mm) 1.68 in (42.7 mm) 5.9 in (150 mm) 3.81 in (96.7 mm) 6.
Chapter 2: Installation 11 2.5 Mounting the Fishfinder The DS400/500 can be mounted on a dash, chart table, bulkhead, or deckhead using the supplied hardware. The unit can also be flush mounted directly into the console. Bracket Mounting ➤ To mount the DS400/500 on the supplied bracket: 1. Loosen the knobs and remove the mounting bracket from the unit. 2. Mark the locations of the mounting bracket screw holes on the mounting surface. 3.
12 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 5. Remove the mounting bracket knobs, bracket and mounting frame from the unit. Make sure that the unit fits in the cut-out area. 6. Drill four 3/16 in (5 mm) holes as indicated on the template. 7. Hand tighten the studs into the holes provided at the rear of the unit. 8. Connect the Power/NMEA cable and transducer cables to the unit. Avoid tight bends in the cables. 9. Place the gasket on the unit and slide the unit into the panel cut-out. 10.
Chapter 2: Installation 13 2.6 System Connections The rear of the display unit provides the following connection sockets: Transducer connection. Power, for 12 VDC power connection and NMEA connection. D6459-1 • • Transducer Figure 2-5: Power/NMEA DS400/500 Connector Panel The following sections detail the connectors used when installing the DS400/500. DC Power Connection The DS400/500 is intended for use on the boat’s DC power systems rated from 10-18 Volts DC (13.8V nominal).
14 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Pin No. Function Color 1 Battery negative – Black 2 Battery positive + (10.0VDC to 18.0VDC) Red 3 NMEA Input + White 4 NMEA Input – Green 5 CGND Gray 6 NMEA Output + Yellow 7 NMEA Output – Brown The RED wire must be connected to the feed from the positive (+) battery terminal and the BLACK wire to the feed from the negative (–) battery terminal. A fast blow 2 amp fuse is installed in-line on the red (positive) wire.
Chapter 2: Installation • 15 If the cable is cut, it must be replaced—it cannot be repaired. Cutting the cable will also void the warranty. WARNING: Removing the transducer cable from the rear of the DS400/500 while the fishfinder is powered on can cause sparks. Only remove the transducer cable after power has been removed from the DS400/500.
16 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 2.7 Installing the E66062 (P58) Transducer Please use the following installation instructions if your fishfinder is equipped with a E66062 (P58) Multisensor Transom Mount Transducer. Installation instructions for other transducer models are included with the transducer. Please read these instructions completely before proceeding with the installation.
Chapter 2: Installation 17 Pretest Connect the multisensor to the instrument and spin the paddlewheel. Check for a speed reading and the approximate air temperature. If there is no reading or it is inaccurate, return the product to your place of purchase. D6763-1 Figure 2-6: E66062 (P58) Multisensor Transducer Mounting Location For the best performance, the transducer must be in contact with aeration-free and turbulence-free water.
18 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders D6764-1 75 mm (3") minimum beyond swing radius Figure 2-7: Mounting Location on Single Drive Boat Installation Assembling 1. Insert the transducer’s pivot posts into the recesses on the sides of the bracket (see Figure 2-8 ). 2. Press the two nuts into the slots in the back of the bracket. 3. Aligned the holes in the transducer, bracket, and nuts. Insert the two machine screws capturing the nuts.
Chapter 2: Installation 19 Marking and Hole Drilling 1. At the selected location on the starboard side of the hull, position the transducer, so the transducer projects 3mm (1/8") below the bottom edge of the transom (see Figure 2-10 ). 2. Being sure the bottom of the transducer is parallel to the waterline, mark the location of the screw holes with an “X” in the center of the two outer most slots. CAUTION: Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask. 3.
20 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Checking the Angle and Projection • Do not position the bow of the transducer lower than the stern because aeration will occur. • Do not position the transducer farther into the water than necessary to avoid increasing drag, spray, and water noise and reducing boat speed. 1. Using a straight edge, sight the underside of the transducer relative to the underside of the hull (see Figure 2-9 ).
Chapter 2: Installation 21 cable cover cable clamp 50 mm (2") parallel to waterline Hull projection 3mm (1/8") D6766-1 Figure 2-10: Vertical Adjustment and Cable Routing 3. When you are satisfied with the position of the transducer, tighten the two bracket screws. Testing on the Water 1. Become familiar with your fishfinder’s performance at a speed of 4kts (5MPH). 2.
22 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders High-speed operation (above 40MPH) may require less projection in the water to improve performance. Stabilizing the Bracket Stabilize the bracket by installing the third bracket screw at the bottom of the center slot (see Figure 2-11 ). Using a 4mm, #23, or 9/64" drill bit, drill a hole 22mm (7/8") deep. To prevent drilling too deeply, wrap masking tape around the bit 22mm (7/8") from the point. Fiberglass hull—Minimize surface cracking by chamfering the gelcoat.
Chapter 2: Installation 23 3. On the outside of the hull, secure the cable against the transom using the cable clamps. Position a cable clamp 50mm (2") above the bracket and mark the mounting hole with a pencil. 4. Position the second cable clamp halfway between the first clamp and the cable hole. Mark this mounting hole. 5. If a hole has been drilled in the transom, open the appropriate slot in the cable cover. Position the cover over the cable where it enters the hull. Mark the two mounting holes. 6.
24 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Operation and Maintenance Releasing the transducer The transducer releases easily when it is fastened to the hull. Give a sharp blow to the bottom of the transducer using the palm of the hand. CAUTION: Never strike the transducer with anything except the palm of the hand. Never strike the paddlewheel Antifouling Paint Marine growth can accumulate rapidly on the transducer’s surface reducing performance within weeks.
Chapter 2: Installation 25 depress latch cover shaft D6769-1 Figure 2-12: Servicing the Paddlewheel Note: The paddlewheel must be oriented correctly to measure boat speed. After cleaning, orient the short side of the paddlewheel blade as shown in Figure 2-13 . Slide the shaft through the holes in the housing and paddlewheel (see Figure 2-12 ). Be sure the ends of the shaft are flush with the housing. Replace the cover.
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Chapter 3: Getting Started 27 Chapter 3: Getting Started 3.1 Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions to get you started using the DS400/ 500 Digital Fishfinder. It describes Simulator mode and can help you to become familiar with the basic functions of the fishfinder’s operation controls. More detailed information on using the menu items and display controls is provided in Chapter 4 and Chapter 5, respectively. 3.
28 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Fishfinder Red Black DC Volts D6638-1 Figure 3-1: Demo/Simulator Mode Setup 3.4 LCD Display When you first switch on the fishfinder, the scrolling bottom graph, or Fishfinder Page, is displayed. This is a graphical representation of the echoes seen by the DS400/500. As time passes, this display scrolls from right to left and becomes a record of the echoes seen. A typical display is shown in Figure 3-2 .
Chapter 3: Getting Started 29 Frequency Water surface 20 36 35 Image depth 43 42 44 47 Bottom depth 44 47 ft 43 43 40 60 D6637-1 Figure 3-2: Typical Fishfinder Display Screen Depth markers Target image (fish arch) Range
30 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 3.5 Keypad Operation The DS400/500 has six keys with which you can control fishfinder operation. ENTER Selects highlighted menu item; Places VRM TRACKPAD Navigates through menu options and changes their value; Moves VRM MENU Displays menu items QUIT Returns to previous menu page or exits menu PAGE Toggles between scrolling bottom display, temperature graph and navigation data PWR Turns unit on and off; Shortcut to DISPLAY SET UP...
Chapter 3: Getting Started MENU 31 MENU Press this key to enter Main Menu setup mode. QUIT QUIT Press this key to back up one menu level. If already at the first menu level, this exits Menu mode. PAGE PAGE Press this key to display a data page containing a Temperature graph over time, boat Speed, boat’s battery Voltage, Log and Trip distances and depth.
32 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 20 36 35 43 42 44 47 44 47 43 43 40 60 ft Press Press to display Temp Screen to return to Fishfinder Screen Position SOG Temperature N 26°15:512 W 080°04:664 4.7 kts 74 74 73 73 Waypoint COG 72 72 N 26°16:322 W 080°03:846 048° 71 71 70 70 69 69 TTG 00 h:16 m Time T Press WPT RNG WPT BRG 1.25 nm T 042° Date 4:01:38 AM 10/12/2004 71.5°F 68 68 60 to display Nav Data Temperature 71.7°F Battery 13.7 V 50.
Chapter 3: Getting Started 33 3.7 Main Menu DS400/500 Fishfinder Page functions can be accessed using the controls that are displayed when you press the MENU key. The Main Menu is displayed. These function control: • • • General Fishfinder Operations Display Control Functions Sounder Setup Functions MAIN MENU General Controls Scroll Speed ON Range AUTOMATIC Frequency AUTOMATIC A-Scope OFF GAIN MODE... AUTO FISHING ZOOM... TRIP RESET... Display Controls Sounder Setup DISPLAY SET UP...
34 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Selecting MENU Items This section provides an example of how to browse through the Main Menu by demonstrating how to make a change to the Gain setting. ➤ To make changes to the menu settings: 1. Press the MENU key. The MAIN MENU screen appears. The currentlyselected menu item (in this case, Scroll Speed) is highlighted. MAIN MENU MENU Scroll Speed ON Range AUTOMATIC Frequency AUTOMATIC A-Scope OFF GAIN MODE... AUTO FISHING ZOOM... TRIP RESET...
Chapter 3: Getting Started 35 GAIN MODE OR ENTER GAIN... AUTO FISHING COLOR GAIN... AUTOMATIC TVG AUTOMATIC Sounder Int Rej AUTO FISHING Second Echo Rej. LOW Power AUTOMATIC Max. Ping Rate 30 D6644-1 4. To edit the highlighted menu item, press the trackpad < or > keys to scroll through the available options. Once the item is changed, the change is accepted; you need not use the ENTER key to select. GAIN MODE GAIN... AUTO TROLLING COLOR GAIN...
DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders GAIN MODE GAIN MODE GAIN... MANUAL 75% COLOR GAIN... AUTOMATIC ENTER GAIN... MANUAL 75% COLOR GAIN... AUTOMATIC TVG AUTOMATIC TVG AUTOMATIC Sounder Int Rej AUTO FISHING Sounder Int Rej AUTO FISHING Second Echo Rej. LOW Second Echo Rej. LOW Power AUTOMATIC Power AUTOMATIC Max. Ping Rate 30 Max. Ping Rate 30 GAIN MODE QUIT GAIN... MANUAL 50% COLOR GAIN... AUTOMATIC GAIN MODE ENTER GAIN... MANUAL 50% COLOR GAIN...
Chapter 3: Getting Started 37 MAIN MENU Scroll Speed ON Range AUTOMATIC Frequency AUTOMATIC A-Scope OFF GAIN MODE... AUTO FISHING 20 ZOOM... TRIP RESET... DISPLAY SET UP... SOUNDER SET UP... 43 42 44 47 36 35 44 47 ft 43 43 40 60 ARROW and ENTER key-help symbols prompting you to use Trackpad and ENTER keys to change this menu item. D6642-1 Note: Menu items that are displayed in all caps followed by an ellipsis (GAIN MODE..., for example) contains sub-menus.
38 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Fish Indications When the sounder detects a fish, it displays an arch-shaped mark. In general, a larger arch indicates a larger fish, though this rule is not always true. Let’s say that there are two fish of the same size: one is close to the surface, the other is near the bottom. The fish which is close to the surface has a larger arch because, being closer, more sound waves get returned to the fishfinder.
Chapter 3: Getting Started 39 The shape of the arch is also affected by the speed of the boat. If the boat is moving slowly, the arches tend to be longer; if the boat is moving more quickly, the arches are short and peaked. If the boat is moving very fast, a fish may be indicated by vertical lines. 3.9 Using the Variable Range Marker (VRM) The VRM (variable range marker) key is used to determine the distance behind the boat of an object on the display.
40 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Distance from boat < 75ft > 20 VRM < 75ft > 40 < 75ft > ft 60 D6640-1 Figure 3-7: Using VRM
Chapter 4: Menu Operation 41 Chapter 4: Menu Operation 4.1 Introduction This chapter provides basic menu functions for using the DS400/500 Digital Fishfinder. More detailed information on using the Display controls and sounder setup is provided in Chapter 5 and Chapter 6, respectively. ➤ To access the Display Set Up menu items: MENU QUIT 1. Press the MENU key. The Main Menu appears. 2. Press the or trackpad keys to browse to and highlight the desired menu item. 3.
42 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders 4.2 Fishfinder Operation Controls The fishfinder operation menu items are outlined in Table 4-1 .
Chapter 4: Menu Operation 43 Menu Sub-Menu Options Default ZOOM... View OFF, SPLIT, FULL SCREEN OFF Zoom X X2, X3, X4 X2 Mode AUTOMATIC, MANUAL AUTOMATIC TRIP RESET... — QUIT = no ENTER = yes — DISPLAY SET UP... (See Chapter 5.) SOUNDER SET UP... (See Chapter 6.) Scroll Speed This menu item enables you to start and stop the bottom graph display from moving across the screen. • • ON starts the bottom graph display. PAUSED stops the bottom graph display.
44 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders The range mode must be set to MANUAL before the range will change. Press UP, DOWN, or MENU. Pressing or on the trackpad or pressing the MENU key opens the Range field in the MAIN MENU so you can make the change if desired. If you wish to remain in Automatic Range mode, press QUIT.
Chapter 4: Menu Operation 45 Hunt Mode The DS400/500 features a digital “Hunt mode” that automatically searches for the bottom while the sounder is in Auto Range. If bottom cannot be determined while AUTO RANGE is selected, the DS400/500 pings the last known depth, and then incrementally increases the ping depth until the bottom is found. If bottom is not found, the sounder returns to the original depth and repeats the process.
46 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders • • • • AUTOMATIC enables the digital fishfinder to determine the optimum frequency based on the current conditions. 200 kHz MAN fixes the frequency at 200kHz no matter what depth you are viewing. This frequency is typically used for shallower water and a more detailed view. When using this frequency, the transducer scans a narrower area, but produces a more detailed view. The 200 kHz signal is good for finding fish near the bottom or close together.
Chapter 4: Menu Operation 47 A-SCOPE Mode ON-1 Mode ON-2 Mode ON-3 20 D6629-1 40 ft Figure 4-2: The Three Modes of A-Scope GAIN MODE... The sounder provides GAIN controls to reduce background noise and determine how different strength echoes are shown. Automatic adjustment of each of these parameters is available or you can manually adjust the settings using the trackpad. Note: Automatic Gain settings take advantage of the hardware’s advanced digital technology.
48 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders • • • • Sounder Interference Rejection (Int. Rej.) Second Echo Rejection Power Maximum Ping Rate Use the trackpad to scroll through the sub-menu items. ➤ To set a Manual Gain value in any of the following sub-menus: 1. Use the trackpad to highlight MANUAL. 2. Press ENTER. Normal (not highlighted) text appears. 3. Press the or > Trackpad key to increment and the or < Trackpad key to decrement the Gain setting. 4. Press ENTER to accept the MANUAL value.
Chapter 4: Menu Operation 49 Color Gain Color Gain determines how echoes of different strengths are displayed. 128 colors per palette are available, with the strongest signals displayed in colors representing the strongest signals in the currently-selected palette. The Color Gain control sets the lower limit (threshold) for the strongest signal and is represented as a percentage of that strongest signal.
50 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders • • LOW minimizes rejection of potential interference. Use this setting when you want to be sure that what has been removed are really false returns. HIGH rejects much more interference but can potentially weaken the appearance of actual targets. The default setting is AUTOMATIC. Second Echo Rejection A so-called “second echo” can caused by the sonar signal returning from the bottom, reflecting off the water’s surface, bouncing off the bottom again and returning.
Chapter 4: Menu Operation 51 ZOOM... Zoom enlarges all or part of the scrolling bottom display at x2, x3 or x4 magnification. You can select automatic zoom so the sounder keeps the bottom in the lower portion of the zoom window or manually pick the area to be zoomed. The ZOOM sub-menus are: • • • View Zoom magnification Zoom Mode View The View sub-menu determines how the zoomed area appears on the screen. • • • OFF means the display is not zoomed.
52 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders ZOOM... ZOOM... View Zoom Mode X 2 3 4 SPLIT x4 AUTOMATIC 20 40 x 4 60 ft D6641-1 Figure 4-3: Zoom with Split Screen Zoom x2, x3, x4 Magnification This parameter sets the level of display magnification. The greater the zoom, the smaller the area you are viewing, so the smaller the Zoom Range Bar. Select from: • • • x2 x3 x4 Mode • • AUTOMATIC adjusts the position of the zoom window so that bottom details are always in view.
Chapter 4: Menu Operation 53 TRIP RESET... This option resets the trip log. Once TRIP RESET is selected you have the option to press: • • QUIT to exit without resetting ENTER to confirm the reset. DISPLAY SET UP... These settings determine how information is displayed on the screen. Options are described in Chapter 5. SOUNDER SET UP... These setup parameters are described in Chapter 6.
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Chapter 5: Display Controls 55 Chapter 5: Display Controls 5.1 Introduction This chapter will help you to become familiar with the functions of the display’s controls. A general discussion of the fishfinder’s menu items was provided in Chapter 4. Information on setting up the sounder is provided in Chapter 6. 5.2 DISPLAY SET UP... The Display Set Up menu items affect how data appears on the screen. In most cases, you will only need to use these options when you first set up your system.
56 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders MAIN MENU MENU Scroll Speed ON Range AUTOMATIC Frequency AUTOMATIC A-Scope OFF GAIN MODE... AUTO FISHING ZOOM... TRIP RESET... DISPLAY SET UP... SOUNDER SET UP... MAIN MENU Scroll Speed ON Range AUTOMATIC Frequency AUTOMATIC A-Scope OFF GAIN MODE... AUTO FISHING ZOOM... TRIP RESET... DISPLAY SET UP... SOUNDER SET UP... DISPLAY SET UP OR ENTER Brightness 100% Target Depth ID OFF Depth Digit Size LARGE Transparent Menu OFF PALETTE..
Chapter 5: Display Controls 57 The Display Set Up menu items are listed in Table 5-1 and then described following that. Table 5-1: DISPLAY SET UP... Menu Menu Sub Menu Options Default Brightness — 10–100% in 10% increments 100% (Note: never powers up at less than 40%) Target Depth ID — OFF, DEPTH, FISH, FISH & DEPTH OFF Depth Digit Size — LARGE, SMALL LARGE Transparent Menu — OFF, ON OFF Selection CLASSIC, SUNBURST, GRAYSCALE, INV.
58 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Menu Sub Menu Options Default COG ON, OFF OFF TTG OFF, ON OFF Bearing Mode TRUE, MAGNETIC TRUE Time Offset UTC, –13 to +13 hours UTC Time Format 12 HOUR, 24 HOUR 12 HOUR Time OFF, ON OFF ALARM CLOCK OFF, ON OFF Date Format MM/DD/YY, DD/MM/YY MM/DD/YY Date OFF, ON OFF Brightness Use the trackpad < and > keys to select the brightness value from a low of 10% to a high of 100%. Each trackpad key press changes the value in 10% increments.
Chapter 5: Display Controls 59 Depth Digit Size This setting controls the size of the digital depth readout at the lower left of the screen. Choose from the following: • • LARGE (default) SMALL Transparent Menu This option removes the background white from the menu dialog box, enabling you to see data that would normally be hidden. • • OFF selects a normal opaque Menu box, which is the default setting. ON selects the transparent Menu box. PALETTE...
60 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Select from the following: • • • WHITE (default) BLACK BLUE DATA ITEMS... Data Items provide regularly-used data in a compact form so that most of the graphics can still be seen. Each data item can be displayed in a separate data field or scrolled through a single data field every three seconds. Select ON or OFF for each item. The default is OFF. • • • • • • • Speed Reading from transducer’s paddlewheel. Temperature Reading from transducer’s thermistor.
Chapter 5: Display Controls 61 NAV. SET UP... (Navigation Data) Similar to Data Items, this is a list of navigation data you can display on the screen as separate data items.
62 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Note: When analog gauges are selected as Data Items, the Navigation Items cannot be displayed on the Fishfinder page; you need to switch to the Nav Data page using the PAGE key to view this information.
Chapter 6: Sounder Setup 63 Chapter 6: Sounder Setup 6.1 Introduction Once you have installed your DS400/500 and are familiar with its basic operation, you need to set it up so that it displays information according to your preferences. The SYSTEM SET UP option enables you to set up your system configuration and personal preferences. In most cases, you will only need to use these options when you first set up your system.
64 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders MAIN MENU MENU Scroll Speed ON Range AUTOMATIC Frequency AUTOMATIC A-Scope OFF GAIN MODE... AUTO FISHING ZOOM... TRIP RESET... DISPLAY SET UP... SOUNDER SET UP... MAIN MENU Scroll Speed ON Range AUTOMATIC Frequency AUTOMATIC A-Scope OFF GAIN MODE... AUTO FISHING ZOOM... TRIP RESET... DISPLAY SET UP... SOUNDER SET UP... SOUNDER SET UP ALARMS... UNITS... NMEA SET UP...
Chapter 6: Sounder Setup 65 The following table lists the setup menus and their options and shows the factory default setting. Each parameter is described in the following subsections. Table 6-1: SOUNDER SET UP... Menu Items Menu Sub-Menu Options Default ALARMS...
66 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Menu NMEA-OUT SET Sub-Menu Options Default Speed Units KNOTS, MILES PER HOUR, KM PER HOUR KNOTS Distance Units NAUTICAL MILES, STATUTE MILES, KILO METERS1, KILO YARDS NAUTICAL MILES Bearing Mode TRUE, MAGNETIC TRUE Date Format MM/DD/YY, DD/MM/YY MM/DD/YY Time Format 12 HOUR, 24 HOUR 12 HOUR BWC BWR DBT DPT GLL MTW VHW VLW VTG ZDA OFF, ON OFF Language — ENGLISH (UK), ENGLISH (US), DANISH, FRENCH, GERMAN, DUTCH, ICELANDIC, ITALIAN, NOWEGIAN, PO
Chapter 6: Sounder Setup Menu 67 Sub-Menu Options Default Depth Offset — –9.9 to +9.9 FEET, –1.7 to +1.7 FATHOMS, –3.0 to +3.0 METERS1 0 Speed Calibrate — 1% to 200% in 1% increments 100% Temp Calibrate — –5.0 to +5.0°C –9.0 to +9.0°F 0° Sounder Simulator — OFF, ON OFF when transducer connected ON when transducer not connected 1 METERS settings only available in CE models ALARMS... This menu group is used to set up alarms that are available to alert you of certain conditions.
68 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Note: After you have acknowledged the sounding of a shallow or deep water alarm, a minimum of 30 seconds must elapse before a another shallow/deep alarm can sound again. However, the visual indicator will continue as long as the condition exists. Target Depth ID You can select whether the depth or a fish icon is shown for sonar echoes displayed on the screen. The default setting is OFF. • • • • OFF displays neither the depth or a fish icon.
Chapter 6: Sounder Setup 69 Deep Range Use the < and > trackpad keys to decrement/increment the depth at which the Deep Alarm will sound. The depth units are dependent on the value set using the UNITS... parameter. (See page 71.) Changing the value set for Deep Range automatically enables the Deep Alarm. Temp. Alarm If this alarm is ON and the water temperature falls within the range set using the Temp. Rng. High and Temp. Rng.
70 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders ALARM CLOCK... Set this alarm to sound the beeper at a particular time of day. ➤ To enable the Alarm Clock: 1. Select (highlight) ALARM CLOCK. 2. Press the < or > trackpad key to change the setting from OFF to ON. The word ON and the alarm time are highlighted. 3. Press ENTER. The word ON and the time are no longer highlighted. 4. Press the < or > trackpad key to decrement/increment the alarm time. 5.
Chapter 6: Sounder Setup 71 UNITS... You can set the units for each system parameter. The units you set will be used to display all data, including information received from other instruments on the system. Depth Units • • • FEET (default) FATHOMS METERS (Available in CE models only) Temp.
72 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Time Format • • 12 HOUR (default) 24 HOUR NMEA-OUT SET UP... This option lets you disable the transmission of specific NMEA sentences, which may be necessary if you have other instruments sending the same data as your sounder. The factory default for all NMEA sentences is transmission ON. Disable the sentence by selecting OFF. The following table displays the available NMEA sentences and their meanings.
Chapter 6: Sounder Setup 73 Language Select the language in which you wish information to be displayed. The selected language will be used for all screen text. Select from the following: • • • • • • • • • • • • • ENGLISH (UK) ENGLISH (US) (default) DANISH FRENCH GERMAN DUTCH ICELANDIC ITALIAN NORWEGIAN PORTUGUESE SPANISH SWEDISH FINNISH Key Beep When set ON, the keys sound a tone when you press them.
74 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Speed Calibrate If the transducer is equipped with a speed paddlewheel, the DS400/500 calculates the speed of the boat through the water. The Speed Calibrate option enables you to adjust the displayed speed so that it matches your actual speed through the water. You can adjust the displayed speed from 1% to 200%. If the sounder reading is too low, set Speed Calibration to more than 100%. If the sounder reading is too high, set Speed Calibration to less than 100%.
Chapter 7: Maintenance and Problem Solving 75 Chapter 7: Maintenance and Problem Solving This chapter provides information on routine maintenance and on possible causes of problems you may experience with your DS400/500. 7.1 Maintenance CAUTION: This unit contains high voltage. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments and the operator should not attempt to service the equipment.
76 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Use only a water-based antifouling paint, or a water-based paint specifically designed for transducers. Apply the paint with a brush. If your transducer becomes fouled or stops working because of sand or sea growth, use a stiff brush to clean it. You may sand the surface with a fine-grit wet or dry sandpaper (#320 grade or finer), but this will affect the performance of the unit when the boat is moving at higher speeds.
Chapter 7: Maintenance and Problem Solving 77 7.2 Problem Solving All Raymarine products are, prior to packing and shipping, subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs. However, if this unit should develop a fault, please refer to the following table to identify the most likely cause and the corrective action required to restore normal operation.
78 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Table 7-1: Common Problems Problem Correction Sounder speed or log read- 1. Check that the transducer paddlewheel is clean. ings are wrong 2. If necessary, adjust the SPEED CALIBRATE parameter. Temperature readings are wrong If necessary, adjust the TEMP CALIBRATE parameter. 7.3 How to Contact Raymarine On the Internet Visit the Raymarine World Wide Web site for the latest information on Raymarine electronic equipment and systems at: www.raymarine.
Chapter 7: Maintenance and Problem Solving 79 However, if you are in need of an item not available from the retailer, please contact Raymarine Technical Services at: 800-539-5539 ext. 2333, or 603-881-5200. Technical Service is available Monday through Friday 4:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time. Please have the Raymarine item or part number ready when calling if placing an order.
80 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders The Product Repair Center is open Monday through Friday 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. All products returned to the Repair Center are registered upon receipt. A confirmation letter will be sent to you acknowledging the repair status and the product’s reference number.
Appendix A: Specifications 81 Appendix A: Specifications General CE Size Conforms to 89/336/EEC(EMC), EN60945:1997 DS400 DS500 H x W x D, excluding mounting bracket 4.45 x 5.12 x 2.7 in (113 x 130 x 68.6 mm) 5.90 x 6.37 x 3.08 in (150 x 162 x 78.3 mm) Weight DS400 DS500 1 lb (448 g) 1.
82 DS400 and DS500 Fishfinders NMEA Data Connector Received Transmitted POWER/NMEA BWC, BWR, GLL, ZDA, RMB, VTG, HDG, HDT BWC, BWR, DBT, DPT, GLL, MTW, VHW, VLW, VTG, ZDA
83 Index A Accessories 6 Obtaining 78 Alarm Clock 61, 70 Alarms 67 Alarm Clock 70 Deep Alarm 68 Deep Range 69 Fish Alarm 68 Shallow Alarm 68 Shallow Range 68 Target Depth ID 68 Temp Alarm 69 Temp Range 69 Analog Gauges 60 A-Scope 46 Auto Scroll 60 B Background Color 59 Battery 60 Bearing 61 Bearing Mode 71 Brightness 58 C Cables Power 13 Running 8 Transducer 14 Cleaning Instructions 75 COG 61 Color Gain 49 Connections 13 Power 13 Transducer 13, 14 Customer Support 78 D Data Items 60 Analog Gauges 60 Aut
84 DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders E List Echoes 28 Strength 37 ENTER key 30 Display Set Up Menu items 57 Main Menu items 42 Sounder Set Up Menu items 65 Location Mounting 7 Log 60 F Features 2 Fish Alarm 68 Fish Indications 38 Fishfinder Basic System 3 Typical Display Screen 29 Fishfinder Page 28, 31 Frequency 38, 45 Fuse 13 G Gain 48 Color Gain 49 Gain Mode 47 Int Rej 49 Max Ping Rate 50 Power 50 Second Echo Rejection 50 TVG 49 H Help from Raymarine 78 Hunt Mode 45 I Installation 5 Cables 8 E
85 COG 61 Date 61 Date Format 61 LAT/LONG 61 RNG/BRG 61 SOG 61 Time 61 Time Format 61 Time Offset 61 TTG 61 Waypoint 61 NMEA-out Set Up 72 P Page 31 Fishfinder 28 Palette 59 Background Color 59 Power 50 Cable 13 Connection 13 Power on 27 PWR key 31 Q QUIT key 31 R Range 43 Range and Bearing 61 Raymarine Addresses 79 Phone numbers 79 Website 78 Repair 79 RNG/BRG 61 Routine Checks 75 S Safety EMC Guidelines 6 Scroll 60 Scroll Speed 43 Scrolling Bottom Graph 28 Second Echo Rejection 50 Selecting Menu Items
86 Speed 60 Speed Calibrate 74 Speed Units 71 System Connections 13 T Target Depth ID 58, 68 Technical Support 79 Temp Alarm 69 Temp Calibrate 74 Temp Graph Page 31 Temp Range 69 Temp Units 71 Temperature 60 Time Format 61, 72 Time Offset 61 Time Setting 61 Trackpad 30 Transducer 3 Cable 14 Cleaning 75 Connections 13, 14 Frequency 38 Installing 16 Transparent Menu 59 Trip 60 Trip Reset 53 TTG 61 TVG 49 U Units 71 Bearing Mode 71 Date Format 71 Depth Units 71 Distance Units 71 Speed Units 71 Temp Units 71
