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FishFinder L265 Instruction Manual Raymarine
Contents 1 2 3 iv Echo sounding – How it works (inside front cover) FishFinder L265 – Features and functions i For information and service ii Introduction 1 About the FishFinder L265 1 System Components 2 Standard Equipment 2 Standard Transducers 2 Optional Accessories 2 Installation 4 About the Transducer 4 Selecting the Correct Type of Transducer 5 Assembling the Transducer Bracket 6 Positioning the Transom-Mount Transducer 7 Mounting the Transom-Mount Transducer 9 Mounting the Optional Sidelooker T
5 6 Performance Modes 36 Zoom Page 37 A-Scope (Bottom Coverage) Page 39 Digital Page 41 Sidelooker Page 42 Setup Instructions 46 The Setup Menu 46 Range Setting 47 Sensitivity Setting 48 Chart Speed Setting 49 Zoom Setting 50 Frequency Setting 52 System Setup Display 53 Simulator 54 Deep Alarm 55 Fish Symbol 54 Fish Alarm 56 White Line 54 Buzzer 56 Sidelooker 55 Depth Units 57 Shallow Alarm 55 Setup Instructions for Sidelooker 57 Resetting the Unit to Factory Defaults 59 Default Settings 59 Maintenanc
List of Figures Figure 1-1 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8 2-9 2-10 2-11 2-12 2-13 2-14 2-15 3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5 3-6 3-7 3-8 3-9 3-10 3-11 4-1 4-2 4-3 4-4 4-5 4-6 4-7 4-8 4-9 4-10 4-11 5-1 6-1 vi Page Unit in Use Inside front cover Front Panel i Typical Installation 1 Transducer Types 5 Assembling the Transducer Bracket 6 Transducer Mounted on Transom 7 Transducer Bracket, Side View 7 Correct Mounting Position 8 Mounting the Transducer 8 Installing the Sidelooker Transducer 10 Installing the Sidelooker T
1 – Introduction About the FishFinder L265 The FishFinder L265 is a system that uses sound waves (“sonar”) to detect fish and show the bottom of a lake or sea. The system includes a transducer and a display unit, connected by a cable. The transducer sends high-frequency sound waves down into the water. These sounds strike fish, the bottom, or other objects in the water, and return as echoes. The FishFinder then interprets these echoes and presents a display.
System Components The FishFinder L265 consists of a compact display unit connected to a transducer. The transducer is attached to the boat and extends into the water. Standard Equipment When you unpack your FishFinder L265, you should find the following standard equipment in the carton. If any items are missing, please notify your Raymarine dealer immediately, or contact the Customer Service Department at Raymarine at 1-800-539-5539, ext. 2333.
Description Part No. Sidelooker transom-mount transducer M78930 Sidelooker transducer for trolling motor mounting. Companion with M78928 downlooker depth transducer, with 12 ft. (3.
2 – Installation The installation process has four parts: • • • • Mounting the transducer Mounting the display unit Connecting the cables for the transducer and power supply Calibrating the display unit About the Transducer Several different kinds of transducers can be used with this unit. The transom-mount style, used most often, and in-hull types are shown in Fig. 2-1. All of these transducers measure the water depth.
M78990 Transom-mount transducer M78946 In-hull transducer M78921 Thru-hull transducer M99-141 Fairing for thru-hull transducer M78930 Sidelooker transducer M78922 Low profile transducer M78928 Sidelooker transducer for trolling motor Fig. 2-1 Transducer Types particular type of use. In this manual we will include detailed mounting instructions for the transom-mount transducer. We will also include some general information on the other types.
Use a low-profile transducer if – . . . you want minimum water resistance on a high-performance boat or sailboat. The bottom of the boat must be flat, or have a deadrise angle of no more than 10°. Use an in-hull transducer if – . . . you have a high-speed boat or if, for some reason, you cannot use a transom-mount or thru-hull transducer. The hull may be no more than 1" thick. Use a trolling motor transducer if – . . . you want to attach the transducer to a trolling motor.
Fig. 2-3 Transducer Mounted on Transom Allow a clearance of at least 10 inches (254 mm) Transducer in released position 10" (254 mm) Fig. 2-4 Transducer Bracket, Side View Positioning the Transom-Mount Transducer Begin by finding the best location for the mounting bracket. Here are the rules: • If your boat has one propeller (outboard or inboard-outboard), mount the transducer about 18” (455 mm) to the side of the centerline of the boat. See Fig. 2-3.
Average transom angle– no wedge necessary Vertical transom – place wedge this way 2 to 5 2 to 5 Sloping transom– place wedge this way 2 to 5 For fiberglass hull – 1/8" to 1/4" (3.2 to 6 mm) For aluminum hull – 1/4" to 3/8" (6 to 9 mm) No! No! The bow of the transducer is above the bottom of the transom, creating cavitation. Rivets on the hull are creating bubbles. Lower the transducer a bit. No! The rear of the transducer is too high, creating cavitation. Fig.
• • • • • • If the propeller can be turned to steer the boat, allow at least 2" (50 mm) beyond the swing radius of the propeller. This will prevent the propeller from damaging the transducer when it is turned. After installation, check the clearance by turning the wheel so the propeller swings toward the transducer. There should always be a 2” (50 mm) clearance. If your boat has twin propellers (outboard or inboard-outboard), place the transducer near the centerline of the boat.
5. 6. 7. 8. Remove the bracket. See Fig. 2-6. The screws in the outer slots should be placed about 1/4" (6 mm) up from the bottom of each slot. The screw in the center slot should be placed 1/4” (6 mm) down from the top. (This will allow you to adjust the bracket up or down a bit.) Drill pilot holes 3/4" (19.1 mm) deep. Use a 9/64" (3.6 mm) drill bit. To prevent drilling too deeply, wrap masking tape around the drill bit about 7/8" (22 mm) from the tip. Drill in only as far as the tape marker.
Fig. 2-7 Installing the Sidelooker Transducer Installation Notes – Thru-Hull Transducer or Low-Profile Transducer The installation process for these two types is almost the same. Detailed instructions for this installation will be included with the transducer. In this section, we will note just a few important points. 1. Earlier we listed three general rules for placing transducers. All of these rules apply when you are mounting a thru-hull or low profile transducer.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 12 Choose a location where you can easily reach the transducer from inside the boat. This will allow you to service the unit. Allow at least 6" (152 mm) of headroom above the transducer. When choosing a mounting location, drill a small pilot hole (1/8" or 3.2 mm) from the inside of the hull. Before you drill the hole, be sure you will be able to reach the large nut on the top of the unit, and that there will be enough clearance for the cable.
Installation Notes – In-Hull Transducer Detailed instructions for this installation will be included with the transducer. In this section, we will note just a few important points. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Fig. 2-8 Installing the Sidelooker Transducer on a Trolling Motor Mounting the Display Unit – Standard Mount You may mount the display unit on any flat surface using the bracket supplied. See Fig. 2-9. (There is also an optional kit which allows you to flush-mount the display in a flat panel or dashboard). Follow these instructions if you are using the standard mounting bracket: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 14 The “LCD” type display used on this unit is easier to see from certain angles.
Raymarine PWR To release the display from the base, press on the right and left sides until you hear the clicks. Slide the display out of the bracket. PAGE SETUP CLEAR FISHFIND L265 265 ER The angle of the display can be changed. The display can be turned from side to side. Fig. 2-9 Installation on Bracket Dismounting the Display Unit See Fig. 2-9. To release the display from the bracket, press and hold down the left and right sides.
Countersink 3/8" (10 mm) 2-25/32" (70 mm) Hole 3/16" (5 mm) 2-21/32" (67 mm) 2-23/32" (69 mm) 1-13/32" (36 mm) 5-7/32" (133 mm) 63/64" (25 mm) 6-3/4" (172 mm) 5-9/32" (134 mm) 1-3/4" (44 mm) 4-9/32" (109 mm) 3-29/32"(99 mm) 4-7/32"(107 mm) Fig.
Gasket Mounting hole cut according to template Screw holes Fasten with threaded studs and wing nuts Fig. 2-11 Flush-mount Installation 4. 5. Drill the two small holes for the threaded studs as shown on the mounting template. Use a 7/32" (5.5 mm) drill bit. Remove the template and draw straight lines between the 1/2" holes. Cut along each of the lines with a small saw. Raymarine PWR PAGE SETUP CLEAR FISHFINDER L265 To pry up the cap insert a small screwdriver here Fig.
6. 7. 8. 9. Separate the display unit from the mounting bracket. (See Fig. 2-12.) Press the large button in the center of the bracket to separate the bracket arms. The display unit is attached to the arms by two screws. Each screw is covered by a cap. Locate the small slot beside each cap and pry upward using a small screwdriver. Remove the caps, then the two screws and the two wave washers. Save these parts in case you ever want to use the mounting bracket.
3. 4. 5. as far as possible from all other wires. This is especially important with wiring for the boat’s ignition, alternator, or tachometer. Also try to keep the transducer cable away from the antenna and power cables for VHF or FM radios. It is also helpful to keep the transducer cable away from the FishFinder power cable. If it is necessary to run the transducer cable across any wires, make the crossing at a right angle.
Installing the Transducer Cable – Sidelooker Option 1. 2. If the installation includes the optional Sidelooker transducer, there will be two transducer cables. See Fig. 2-14. The cable from the Sidelooker includes a “Y” connector. Plug the cable from the depth transducer into the open end of the “Y” connector. If extending this cable only, use the M99-140 cable. If adding an extension here, use the M99-139 cable. Sidelooker transducer Depth transducer Fig.
3. 4. 5. 6. leads directly to the main battery isolation switch or breaker. On a larger boat, route the power leads to the DC power distribution panel. It is very important that you connect the power leads correctly. See Fig. 2-15. At the power source, connect the red wire to the positive terminal (+), and the black wire to the negative terminal (-). The negative terminal may also be called “ground” or “earth.
7. 8. If you extend the power wiring, be sure all electrical connections are solid and durable. Soldering is the best way to make these connections. Insulate all connections using heat-shrink tubing or electrical tape. You may also use crimp connectors or a terminal strip, but be sure to use good-quality marine-grade parts. At the rear of the display unit, plug in the power wires using the keyed connector. When you press the PWR button, the display unit should turn on.
3 – Operating Instructions In this section of the manual, we will explain how to operate the unit. (Setup instructions are included in the next section.) Below is a drawing of the display unit. Power button Raymarine PWR Display area Page control pad PAGE Set-up button SETUP Clear button CLEAR FISHFINDER L265 Fig. 3-1 Display Panel Controls on Display Unit The FishFinder is designed to be easy to use while the boat is moving.
the display will say “Powering Off.” If you hold the button for more than 3 seconds, the display unit will switch off. < < Page control pad Up and down arrows – ( and ) During setup – Use these controls to call up a choice or move to the next line on a menu. If the Zoom display is turned on – If the manual zoom feature is turned on, these will move the zoom display up or down. Left and right arrows – (< and >) During normal display – Use these buttons to go to the next display.
This unit has a memory for some of the settings – range, sensitivity, zoom, and frequency. (We will explain these in a moment.) When you turn off the power, any changes you make to these settings will be saved. You can return all of the settings to the factory default values, and reset the trip log to zero. To reset the unit, turn it on by pressing the PWR and CLEAR buttons at the same time. Lamp/Contrast Menu Turn lamp on or off Adjust contrast Fig.
Fig. 3-3 Selecting Display Pages Lamp/Contrast menu FishFinder page Zoom page A-Scope page Digital page Sidelooker page Note: This will appear only if the Sidelooker feature is turned on.
< Adjust contrast You can also adjust the “contrast” of the display. This is a measure of how light or dark the display appears. Use the control to move from the line for “Lamp On/Off” to the line for “Contrast.” Use the < or > controls to adjust the contrast. (The FishFinder unit has a feature which adjusts the contrast automatically to compensate for changes in air temperature.
FishFinder Page Auto sensitivity on Auto features on Auto range on Auto zoom on Transducer frequency Fish symbol on Boat symbol Water surface Depth markers Fish depth Bottom indication Fish symbol Range Buzzer symbol Fish alarm set Bottom depth Deep alarm set Shallow alarm set Fig. 3-4 FishFinder Page A moment after you first turn on the display unit, the Lamp/Contrast menu disappears. The unit then automatically switches to the FishFinder page. Figure 3-4 shows a typical display.
Some of these echoes indicate fish, and others show the bottom. As new echoes are received, the FishFinder “draws” a graph of the bottom. The bottom graph helps you to tell whether the bottom is rising or falling. It also allows you to identify the shape or “structure” of the bottom. This can indicate a reef or shipwreck. Notice that the scrolling speed of the display does not necessarily match the speed of the boat. The scrolling speed of the display is called the “chart speed.
Auto zoom on (Z) The “zoom” can be used to magnify the image from a small section of the water below the boat. (This is used with the Zoom display, which we will describe in a moment.) When the auto zoom feature is on, the FishFinder automatically moves the zoom window up or down to track the bottom. Fish symbol on When the FishFinder sees a fish, it can show this by displaying a fish symbol. When the fish symbol feature is turned off, the FishFinder indicates a fish as an archshaped line on the display.
If the fish is detected using the narrow 200 kHz beam, the display will show a filled-in symbol. If the fish is detected by the wide 50 kHz beam, the display will use a hollow symbol. (For more on this, see “Choosing the Frequency.”) Fish depth This indicates the depth of the fish shown by the fish symbol. This number will be shown using the same depth units (feet, fathoms, or meters) you have selected on the System Setup display. The fish depth indicator is turned off when the fish symbol function is off.
If the Buzzer setting is off (indicating that the buzzer is disabled for all of the alarms), this symbol will be open. Shallow alarm set You can set an alarm to go off if the boat moves into water which is shallower than a certain depth. If you set this type of alarm, the “S” indicator will appear on the display. If the alarm is triggered, the “S” symbol will flash. If the buzzer has been turned on (in the System Setup display), the buzzer will also sound. To stop the buzzer, press the CLEAR button.
50 kHz frequency • Scans a wide area • Penetrates water well, good for deep water 200 • • • kHz frequency Scans a narrower area, but produces a more detailed view Good for seeing fish near the bottom or fish close together Better for use in very shallow water “Dual” frequency (both 50 kHz and 200 kHz at once) • Has the advantages of both frequencies • Good depth penetration • Good detail in display • Using the “Dual 50 kHz” setting, the display is produced using the signal from the 50 kHz beam, with addit
Actually, the sound waves are usually reflected by the air sac near the center of the fish, and not by the body of the fish. The size of this air sac is different for different kinds of fish. This can also affect the size of the fish symbols on the display. A fish with a large air sac will produce a large fish symbol, while a fish with a small sac will produce a small symbol. The symbol also indicates which of the two frequencies was used to locate the fish.
be broad. When using the narrower 200 kHz beam, the same fish will produce a narrower arch. The shape of the arch is also affected by the speed of the boat. If you are 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 a single vertical line. Bottom Indications The bottom usually produces a strong echo, so it is easy for the FishFinder to see a lot of detail.
echo from the bottom, so the upper layer of the bottom is shown in a checkerboard pattern. Notice that the lower layer of the bottom is shown as a solid display. This indicates a weaker echo. Sometimes this means that the upper layer of the bottom is soft. Some of the sound waves may reach through this layer, and may be reflected by a more solid layer below.
Zoom Page Press Zoom display (magnified) Normal display Top of zoom area Line indicates zoom area Zoom magnification Bottom of zoom area Fig. 3-7 Zoom Page The Zoom page gives you a way of enlarging or magnifying a part of the display area. See Fig. 3-7. (The “zoomed” display is actually larger only in the vertical direction.) The right side of the display shows the same information as the FishFinder page. The left side shows the magnified view.
Zoom magnification This indicates the amount of “zoom” or magnification. You always set the amount of zoom manually, using one of the functions on the Setup display. You can choose an x2 view (double the normal display size), x4, x6 or x8 in the series of setup screens. See Section 4. You must also select the area or “window” of the water you want to zoom. See the next item. Zoom area When you turn on the zoom feature, it can only enlarge a part of the FishFinder display.
A-Scope (Bottom Coverage) Page Press Normal display A-Scope display A-Scope image (real time image) Fish indication Bottom coverage Fig. 3-8 A-Scope Page On the FishFinder display the bottom graph is “drawn” after the FishFinder receives several echoes. This has the effect of showing a record of the bottom contour. The A-scope displays raw sonar data directly from the transducer beam. This gives you a “real time” image of fish and bottom structure directly below the transducer.
The left section of the A-Scope display shows a section of the normal FishFinder display. All of the features are the same. The right section shows the A-Scope image. A-Scope image This shows the beam of sound waves extending down from the boat, and spreading as it moves through the water. Any fish or objects which are positioned under the boat will appear on the display. This is a “real time” display, so you can see the fish symbols moving as the fish swim under the boat.
Digital Page Press Depth Fig. 3-9 Alarms Digital Page The Digital page presents the depth in large numbers on the display. See Fig. 3-9. This display is useful when you are traveling, but not looking for fish or checking the appearance of the bottom. Depth The Digital display reports the depth of the bottom. Alarms Notice that the alarm indications still appear at the bottom of the display. To move to the next display, press the > arrow on the Page control pad.
Sidelooker Page Press This feature will only work if an optional Sidelooker transducer has been installed, and if the Sidelooker feature has been turned on in the System Setup Menu. The Sidelooker feature is very helpful for certain kinds of fishing. It allows you to check for underwater structure along the sides of a stream or river, under the edge of a bank or pier, or into stumps or weed beds.
Boat symbol Side range Fish echo mark Bottom/shore indication Centerline Speed Log/distance Water temperature Depth below boat Fig. 3-11 Sidelooker Page The Sidelooker Page, like the FishFinder Page, displays a graph or chart. The scrolling vertical dashed line represents the centerline of the boat. As new Sidelooker echoes are received, the new information appears at the top of the display, and older information moves towards the bottom.
feature is on, they will be indicated by solid fish symbols. (You can turn the Fish Symbol feature on or off from the System Setup Menu. See Section 4.) Underwater objects such as submerged tree stumps or rocks can also be detected by the Sidelooker transducer. These objects usually appear as thicker vertical targets. The Sidelooker sounding beam is transmitted very close to the surface of the water. In rough or choppy water this turbulence may appear on the Sidelooker display as “noise” or “clutter.
The units used here are chosen using the entry for Depth Units in the System Setup Menu. If you have selected feet (FT) or fathoms (FA), the distance shown here will be measured in feet. If you have selected meters (M), the distance shown here will be in meters. Bottom/Shore Indication This indicates the area where the transducer beam is starting to see the bottom, shore, or some other object.
4 – Setup Instructions Press The Setup Menu < < Press the Setup button to enter the Setup Menu. To move from one display to another, press the and arrows on the Page control pad. To return to the normal display, press CLEAR . See Fig. 4-1. This means that you can reach these displays quickly, make a change, then return to the normal display quickly. Fig.
Range Setting Fig. 4-2 Range Settings If you press SETUP once, the first menu item allows you to set the range. See Fig. 4-2. The range sets the maximum depth the unit will be able to see. Use the < and > arrows on the Page control pad to select Auto or Manual range. (If you press SETUP while you are looking at the Sidelooker display, the unit will allow you to set the range for the Sidelooker feature. See the end of this section.
Sensitivity Setting Fig. 4-3 Sensitivity Setting The sensitivity adjusts the ability of the unit to tell the differences between echoes of different strengths. In general, the sensitivity should be as high as possible, to detect the fish and show the detail on the bottom. However, if the sensitivity is too high, the unit will begin to see bubbles in the water, debris, and other “background noise.” Use a higher sensitivity setting for deeper water, and a lower setting for shallower water.
< Manual sensitivity You can also set the sensitivity manually. If the amount of background noise changes, the FishFinder will not adjust for this. If you choose Manual sensitivity, press the arrow on the Page control pad to go to the next line. Use the < and > arrows on the Page control pad to move the dark bar on the display. Making the bar longer increases the sensitivity. < If you are done with your setup changes, press the CLEAR button to go back to the normal display.
same information is displayed in a smaller horizontal space. A faster chart speed setting shows more detail on the bottom. You will probably want to use a faster setting when you are looking for fish. < A slower chart speed setting shows a longer record of the bottom you pass over. Any fish detected will stay on the display longer. arrow on the Page From the display for the sensitivity setting, press the control pad. The next menu item will allow you to set the chart speed. See Fig. 4-5.
Fig. 4-6 Zoom Settings < Zoom magnification Press the > arrow on the Page control pad to select x2, x4, x6, or x8 Zoom magnification. At this point you may press CLR to return to the normal display or you may press the arrow on the Page control pad to select Auto or Manual Zoom. Once you have set the zoom magnification, you may select either auto or manual zoom control. Select auto zoom, and the FishFinder will automatically control the position of the Zoom window.
< If you are done with your setup changes, press the CLEAR button to go back arrow on to the normal display. To select the next menu item, press the the Page control pad. Frequency Setting < “Frequency” is a measure of how fast the sound waves change or “vibrate.” This unit uses sound waves with two different frequencies – 50 kHz and 200 kHz. For an explanation on the uses of these two frequencies, see the section on “Choosing a Frequency.
If you are using one of the dual frequency choices, some of the fish may be revealed by one beam, but not the other. If a fish is detected by the narrow 200 kHz beam, the symbol for that fish will appear solid. Any fish which are detected by the wider 50 kHz beam will have fish symbols which are hollow. < If you are done with your setup changes, press the CLEAR button to go back to the normal display. To select the next menu item, press the arrow on the control pad. System Setup Display Fig.
Fig. 4-9 System Setup Display Once you have moved to the correct line, press the < or > arrows on the Page control pad to change the entry. When you leave the display, the unit will store any changes you have made. Simulator This unit has a built-in simulator. When the simulator is enabled, it presents a realistic display. You can use this display to learn about the features of the unit without operating your boat.
of the echoes are displayed in black. When the feature is turned on, strong echoes are displayed using a crosshatch (or “checkerboard”) pattern. A weaker return is shown using a solid area of black or gray. This feature helps to show the difference between the strong echo from the bottom and the weaker echoes from fish or weeds near the bottom. Sidelooker This item is used with the optional “Sidelooker” transducer. This type of transducer sends sound waves out to the sides of the boat. See Fig. 3-10.
into deep water and trigger the alarm, the letter “D” will begin to flash, and the buzzer will sound. Press the CLEAR button to silence the buzzer. The letter “D” will continue to flash until you move into shallower water. Note: You may want to use both the Shallow Alarm and Deep Alarm features when you are anchored. Set the limits just a bit to either side of your anchor depth. When set this way, the unit will trigger an alarm if the anchor drags and the boat moves into shallower or deeper water.
Buzzer, and turning the item on again. The buzzer symbol at the bottom of the screen will appear solid. Each time you press one of the buttons on the display panel, the buzzer will “beep.” The buzzer will continue to do this, regardless of the setting of the Buzzer option in the System Setup display. Depth Units This item sets the units used by the depth display. You can choose feet (FT), fathoms (FA), or meters (M). Use the < and > controls to make your choice.
Fig. 4-10 Sidelooker Range Settings Once the Sidelooker feature is turned on, the FishFinder uses two range settings: one for the standard displays, and a second for just the Sidelooker feature. The menu item shown here sets the range for just the Sidelooker. (This will not change the range setting for the other display pages.) Press the < The range for the Sidelooker uses the Manual setting only. Select the range you want to use. The maximum range of the Sidelooker transducer is 150 ft or 45 meters.
< If you press the arrow on the Page control pad, the unit will move to the remaining menu items – zoom, frequency, and log reset. The zoom and frequency settings are for the normal displays – they will not change the Sidelooker feature. The log reset menu will operate normally. Resetting the Unit to Factory Defaults It is easy to reset all of the settings on the FishFinder at the same time. When the unit is off, press the PWR and CLEAR buttons at the same time.
5 – Maintenance and Troubleshooting Periodically check the display unit, cable, and transducer. Be sure all components are free of corrosion and are securely mounted. Check all cables for signs of chafing or abrasion. Be sure all of the connections to the boat’s DC power and ground system are clean and tight. Cleaning Instructions Always keep the display unit clean. Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe off the display panel. Do not use abrasive cleansers, chemical cleaners or solvents.
3. 4. You may have reversed the power connections. Follow the DC power lines all the way back to the battery. The red wire should connect to the positive terminal (+) on the battery or power source, and the black wire should connect to the negative terminal (-) (also called “ground” or “earth”). If the polarity is not correct, reconnect the leads properly and check again. The battery or DC power source may not be producing the correct voltage. The FishFinder needs at least 11 volts to operate.
transducer and cable should be replaced as a unit. Contact Raymarine for instructions. The display unit does not see the bottom or fish – 1. Be sure the display unit is not using the Simulation mode. (If this is the case, the word “Simulation” will flash on the display.) 2. On a unit with the transom-mount transducer, the transducer may have “kicked up” because it hit an obstruction. See Fig. 2-4. Move the transducer down into the working position. 3.
3. 4. The transducer may not be aimed straight down. In order to display complete arches, the transducer must be vertical. The sensitivity setting may not be high enough. Go to the Setup Menu, choose Manual Sensitivity, and increase the sensitivity. The display disappears or is unreliable when the boat is moving at high speeds – 1. Increased turbulence around the transducer may be “confusing” the unit. Move the transducer to a location where there is less turbulence when the boat is moving. 2.
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In the event that repairs cannot be obtained conveniently, product service may also be obtained by returning the unit to Raymarine’s Product Repair Center using the prepaid UPS shipping tag supplied with the unit. Return the unit to: Raymarine Product Repair Center 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua, NH 03063-4219 USA The Product Repair Center is open Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time or Eastern Daylight Savings Time.
Prepaid Return Service The return label included with your Raymarine unit provides free ground shipping to our Product Repair Center for all warranty repairs. This service is available only to customers within the continental United States. To return your Raymarine unit for warranty repair, please follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 66 Fill out the service information card completely. Pack your FishFinder and the service information card in a suitable shipping container.
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6 – Specifications General Information Display panel Panel dimensions FSTN high-contrast LCD 3.6" H (61 mm) x 2.4" W (91 mm) No. of dots LCD contrast 240 x 64 Adjustable, with temperature compensation Backlight LCD panel, on/off Operating modes FishFinder mode (standard mode) Zoom mode A-Scope mode Digital mode Sidelooker mode 68 Keys Memory backup Silicon rubber Non-volatile, no battery required Power source 11.0 to 16.1 V DC Power consumption backlight off - approx. 2.
FishFinder Functions Range FT (feet) FA (fathoms) Auto or manual 5 10 20 100 150 250 1500 2000 2 3 5 25 30 50 200 350 5 50 650 10 80 30 400 50 600 80 1000 10 80 15 100 20 150 15 120 20 200 25 300 M (meters) 2 30 500 Zoom size Chart speed x2, x4, x6, x8 Freeze, slow, medium, fast White line On/ Off Alarms Fish symbols Shallow, deep, fish 5 sizes Output power 300 W(rms) Frequency Transducer beam angle 50 kHz, 200 kHz or dual operation 200kHz: 16° @ -6db Depth units 50kHz: 65° @ -6db
Connector Diagrams DC power connector 1 Pin 1 Pin 2 2 Ground (-) 12V DC (+) (Connectors viewed looking toward rear of display unit.) Transducer connector 1 8 2 7 6 9 3 5 4 Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8 Pin 9 Depth TX+ Depth TXL Select Temp R Select Speed signal/voltage + Shield ground +12V (sidelooker) L/R receive Fig.
Glossary of Terms Aft: Near or toward the rear part of the boat (nautical term). Background noise: False or meaningless echo returns produced by bubbles, water turbulence, or debris Bow: The front of the boat (nautical term). Cavitation: Air bubbles in the water which affect the readings of a transducer. These are normally caused by mounting the transducer at an incorrect angle or location. Chart Speed: The rate at which echoes scroll across the display.
Knot: One nautical mile per hour (1.15 statute miles per hour). LCD: “Liquid Crystal Display” - A technology used to produce flat-panel displays. Nautical mile: 6076 feet Port: Left side of the boat, when facing the bow (nautical term). PVDF: “Poly Vinylidene Fluoride” – A unique polymer plastic that has the ability to convert sound waves into electrical impulses. PVDF is used in the optional Sidelooker transducer for excellent detection of fish in the horizontal direction.
Limited Warranty Certificate Raymarine warrants each new Light Marine/Dealer Distributor Product to be of good materials and workmanship, and will repair or exchange any parts proven to be defective in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 years/24 months from date of sale to end user, except as provided below. Defects will be corrected by Raymarine or an authorized Raymarine dealer.
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