Edge 3 Color LCD Depth Sounder Model LC-507C Owner’s Manual 1
CONTENTS Introduction Specs & Features Installation Connecting to Power Transom Transducer Installation Electric Trolling Motor Transducer Installation In-Hull Transducer Installation Temperature Probe Installation Unit Operation Understanding the Display Control Panel Keys Menu Functions Accessories & Replacement Parts Trouble Shooting Service INTRODUCTION The Concept 2 3 4 4 4 5 6 6 7 7 9 10 15 16 16 The whole idea of the Edge3 is the ability to see the same thing using two different types of sonar.
Separate Controls to Fine-Tune Each View SPECS & FEATURES Because the two sounders act so differently, separate controls allow you to make each show you what you want to see. For example, you would generally keep the gain much lower on the 107 than the 400 in the same depth of water. Also, you may be very interested in bottom content, yet at the same time want to see the entire water column with the best view.
INSTALLATION MOUNTING THE TRANSDUCERS You will need to find a place to mount the unit that will make it easy to view and reach. You must provide the unit with power and mount the transducer and temp sensor in an effective location. The transducer mounting method will depend on which version of the Edge3 you purchased. In either version, it is important to mount the two transducers as close together as you can. This will insure your Edge3 gives you the information it was design to offer.
line. Keep in mind that you need clear water flow across the face of the transducers to insure a clear reading at all speeds. Stay away from rivets, ribs, or strakes that would be just in front of the transducers. They will disturb the water and scramble the reading. The 107 kHz transducer is more susceptible to this effect than the 400 kHz transducer, so it is a good idea to place it closer to the center of the transom where smooth water flow is easier to maintain.
In-Hull Mounting towel or dry cloth to finish the clean-up of the areas. Let dry for a few minutes. Finding the best location for the transducers before mounting is critical. Choose a flat smooth spot near the center of the bilge and near the back of the boat. It is a good idea to make a "test run" before you permanently install each transducer. This makes sure that you can, indeed, get a reading through your hull, and when the boat is on plane.
UNIT OPERATION UNDERSTANDING THE DISPLAY The Edge3 is designed to be powerful, yet extremely easy to operate. The first thing you’ll want to do is get familiar with the front panel keys and their functions. In most situations, the Edge3’s display will be set up in the split screen mode with the 107 kHz beam on one side and the 400 kHz beam on the other. Scattered around the display are some items offering information.
OPERATION Left Beam Beam Frequency Beam Gain Level Auto Right Beam Beam Frequency Beam Gain Level Auto Current Range Scale Left Beam Right Beam Strong Signal Strength Key Weak Water Surface Temperature Current Mode Battery Voltage Clean Line Level (Left Beam) Water Depth (Determined by Right Screen) Clean Line Level (Right Beam) Mode Red Lens (No Function) Power On & History Memory Alarm Speaker Instant High-Speed Mode Power Off Menu Gain & Range Right Beam Controls Favorite Feature Key & M
Current Mode - Shows the currently active mode (1 - 4) A / R - Push to toggle on and off the Automatic Range Control feature. When Auto-Range is on, an “R” will show at the top of each beam display. The Auto-Range features maintains the best view of the bottom, according to the A-RNG-MODE menu setting for each beam. Signal Strength Key - Shows the color verses signal strength for the selected color scheme.
MENU 2 The BEAM SELECT / C-LINE ADJ control also is used for navigation within the Edge3’s menus. The settings on this menu affect each mode, so only the currently active mode will retain the setting changes. Menu 2 is divided into two section. The top portion controls the function for the right beam, or those for full screen mode. UNDERSTANDING THE MENU Press the Menu key to enter the first menu page, MENU 1. To change to the next menu press MENU again.
A-GAIN-LEVEL LEFT Automatic Gain Level configures how the system controls the gain level when the Auto-Gain feature is on. “L” keeps the gain control on the lower side, “M” keeps it near the middle, and “H” keep the gain high. This setting controls the frequency of the beam for the left side of the display, or to activate full screen mode. Full screen mode is activated when you select “N/A”. The frequency of the single beam is determined by the RIGHT selection.
A-GAIN-LEVEL MENU 3 Automatic Gain Level configures how the system controls the gain level when the Auto-Gain feature is on. “L” keeps the gain control on the lower side, “M” keeps it near the middle, and “H” keep the gain high. Menu 3 controls items such as the display color, zoom, and the temperature alarm. The settings on this menu affect all Modes. To change the A-GAIN-LEVEL for the left beam press... MENU --> MENU--> --> --> then or . This setting changes the color of the display’s background.
Adjusting the Manual Zoom COMPOSITE To adjust the manual “zoom zone”, exit the menu and then use the RANGE + and RANGE — keys for the left beam on the front panel. You will notice a green bar on the right side of the right beam moves as you make adjustments. Align the green bar with the area you want to magnify. This indicates the area that will appear zoomed on the left side of the display. Composite mode places the 107 kHz beam and the 400 kHz beam on top of each other.
MENU 4 DEPTH The forth and final menu contains controls for some basic functions and unit of measure settings. The Depth feature controls how the digital depth number appears at the bottom of the display. Your choices are OFF, S (Small), or L (Large). OFF turns off the digital depth and all other digital indications. Small displays the digital depth and other indicators. Large makes the digital depth appear larger and easier to read. The other indicators stay the same size.
TEMP-ADJ ACCESSORIES & REPLACEMENT PARTS This feature allows you to calibrate the temperature reading, if necessary. Depth TBX071 TBX072 CB0001 CB0002 HSB003 TBH001 BKT003 ACE001 To modify the temperature reading press... MENU --> MENU --> MENU --> MENU (HOLD) then --> --> and then or . VOLT-ADJ This feature allows you to calibrate the voltage reading, if necessary.
SERVICE AND SUPPORT TROUBLE SHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Unit will not turn on. Check for proper battery polarity and that you have fully charged, working batteries. Unit is turned on, but there is no display. Contrast is adjusted too low. Increase contrast. Unit runs well for a short time, then the unit quits. Bad battery or poor connection. Check voltage level under load and all electrical connections. Unit runs and shows display light, but does not read depth.
