DS400X & DS500X Digital Fishfinders Owner's Handbook Document number: 81234-2 Date: April 2004 ii DS400X and DS500X Digital Fishfinders iii Preface This handbook describes the Raymarine DS400X and DS500X 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. Technical Accuracy The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the best of our knowledge, was correct as it went to press. However, the Raymarine policy of continuous improvement and updating may change product specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time, for which liability cannot be accepted by Raymarine. Warranty To register your DS400/500X Digital Fishfinder ownership, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is very important that you complete the owner information and return the card to the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits. iv DS400X and DS500X Digital Fishfinders 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 DS400X and DS500X Digital Fishfinders are intended for recreational fishfinding. EMC Conformance All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised. Although every effort has been taken to ensure that they will perform under all conditions, it is important to understand what factors could affect the operation of the product. The guidelines given here describe the conditions for optimum EMC performance, but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these conditions in all situations. To ensure the best possible conditions for EMC performance within the constraints imposed by any location, always ensure the maximum separation possible between different items of electrical equipment. For optimum EMC performance, it is recommended that wherever possible: · · · Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are: At least 3 ft (1 m) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals, e.g., VHF radios, cables and antennas. More than 7 ft (2 m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element. DS400X and DS500X 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. This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage to your boat. 2. HIGH VOLTAGE. The display unit, transducer cable, and transducer contain high voltages. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. 3. NAVIGATION AID. This unit is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user's responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgments. This fishfinder should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgment. 4. ULTRASONIC ENERGY. The transducer transmits high frequency energy while in use. The unit should be turned off when swimmers or divers are in close proximity to the transducer. (There is a lack of scientifically sound standards or guidelines for exposure levels and limits to ultrasound. This notice is precautionary only.) WARNING: Do not disconnect the transducer cable without first powering off the display unit. Removal of the transducer cable from the DS400/500X while power is turned on can cause sparks. Mount unit where it is well ventilated and free from gasoline fumes. vi DS400X and DS500X 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. For information on Raymarine products and services, contact either of the following: United States Raymarine, Incorporated 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua, New Hampshire 03063-4219 USA Telephone:1-603-881-5200 1-800-539-5539 Fax: 1-603-864-4756 Europe Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire PO3 5TD England Telephone: +44 (0) 23 9269 3611 Fax: +44 (0) 23 9269 4642 www.raymarine.com Or, you may contact us on the World Wide Web at: © Raymarine Limited 2004 vii Contents Preface ................................................................................................................... iii Conventions Used ...................................................................................iii Technical Accuracy .................................................................................iii Warranty ..................................................................................................iii Important Information ........................................................................................iv Intended Use ............................................................................................ iv EMC Conformance ................................................................................. iv Safety Notices ........................................................................................... v Raymarine Products and Services ........................................................... vi Chapter 1: Overview ............................................................................................1 1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................... 1 Features ......................................................................................... 2 General .......................................................................................... 3 Transducer .............................................................................. 3 Chapter 2: Installation .........................................................................................5 2.1 Introduction ...................................................................................... 5 2.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components ..................................... 5 2.3 Selecting the Equipment Location ................................................... 6 Mounting Location ....................................................................... 6 2.4 Cable Runs ....................................................................................... 7 2.5 Mounting the Fishfinder ................................................................. 10 Bracket Mounting ....................................................................... 10 Console Mounting (optional) ..................................................... 10 2.6 System Connections ....................................................................... 12 DC Power and NMEA Connection ............................................. 12 Transducer Connection ............................................................... 14 Chapter 3: Getting Started ................................................................................15 3.1 Introduction .................................................................................... 15 3.2 Powering on the Fishfinder ............................................................ 15 3.3 Simulator Mode .............................................................................. 15 3.4 LCD Display .................................................................................. 16 3.5 Interpreting the Sounder Image ...................................................... 17 Target Indications ....................................................................... 18 3.6 Keypad Operation .......................................................................... 19 3.7 Using the Variable Range Marker (VRM) ..................................... 20 3.8 Selecting the Display Page ............................................................. 21 3.9 Menu Operation ............................................................................. 23 Menu Structure ........................................................................... 23 viii DS400 and DS500 Digital Fishfinders Chapter 4: Main Menu .......................................................................................25 4.1 Introduction .................................................................................... 25 Selecting MENU Items ............................................................... 25 4.2 Fishfinder Operation Controls ........................................................ 29 Scroll Speed ................................................................................ 30 Range .......................................................................................... 30 Frequency ................................................................................... 32 A-Scope ...................................................................................... 33 GAIN MODE... .......................................................................... 34 GAIN .................................................................................... 35 Color Gain ............................................................................. 35 Time Variable Gain (TVG) ................................................... 36 Sounder Interference Rejection (Int. Rej.) ............................ 36 Second Echo Rejection ......................................................... 37 Power .................................................................................... 37 Max. Ping Rate ...................................................................... 37 ZOOM... ..................................................................................... 37 View ...................................................................................... 38 Zoom x2, x3, x4 Magnification ............................................. 39 Mode ..................................................................................... 39 TRIP RESET... ............................................................................ 39 DISPLAY SET UP... ................................................................... 39 SOUNDER SET UP... ................................................................. 39 Chapter 5: Display Set Up ..................................................................................41 5.1 Introduction .................................................................................... 41 Brightness ................................................................................... 44 Target Depth ID .......................................................................... 44 Depth Digit Size .......................................................................... 45 Transparent Menu ....................................................................... 45 PALETTE... ................................................................................ 46 Selection ............................................................................... 46 Background Color ................................................................. 47 DATA ITEMS... .......................................................................... 47 NAV. SET UP... (Navigation Data) ............................................. 48 Chapter 6: Sounder Set Up ................................................................................51 6.1 Introduction .................................................................................... 51 ALARMS... ..... ...