HUMMINBIRD Portable Transducer Installation Guide

HUMMINBIRD Portable Transducer

PORTABLE TRANSDUCER

Use the instructions in this guide to install the portable transducer.

NOTE: The procedures and features described in this guide are subject to change without notice. This guide was written in English and may have been translated to another language. Humminbird® is not responsible for incorrect translations or discrepancies between documents.The illustrations in this guide may not look the same as your product, but your unit will function in the same way.

Installation Preparation

Install the control head before you start the transducer installation. See the control head installation guide.
Read the instructions in this transducer guide completely to understand the mounting guidelines before beginning the installation.
Supplies: In addition to the hardware supplied with your accessory, you will need a Phillips-head screwdriver. If you are installing the Speed Sensor Accessory, you will need the Sonar/Speed Y-Cable. Contact Humminbird Technical Support for details.
Visit our Web site at humminbird.com for additional information and resources for transducer installations. Also, visit youtube.com/humminbirdtv for informational videos.
Confirm your boat is level for the installation.

Preparation

Test the Transducer Prior to Installation
Prior to installation, test the transducer to make sure that no damage occurred during shipping.

1. Confirm the control head is connected to power. See your control head installation guide for instructions.

2. Connect the transducer cable to the control head. See Connect the Transducer Cable.

3. Lower the transducer into the water.
   WARNING:  The transducer must be fully submerged in water during operation because the sonar signal cannot pass through air. Air pinging can damage the transducer.

4. Power On: Press the POWER key to turn on the control head.
   If the transducer is detected, the control head will start Normal mode.

5. Select a 2D Sonar View to display on-screen.
   If the bottom is visible on-screen with a digital depth readout, the transducer is working properly.

6. Power Off: Press and hold the POWER key.

7. Remove the transducer from the water.

8. Disconnect the transducer cable from the control head.

Assemble the Transducer Mounting Bracket

NOTE: Please be aware that the transducer design has changed. If you are replacing or adding mounting hardware to your current transducer, make sure that you have selected the appropriate hardware. If you are replacing a transducer, you will need to replace the mounting bracket and hardware. Contact Humminbird Technical Support for details.

1. If your transducer mounting bracket looks like one of the following illustrations, line up the two ratchet pieces at position 1 so that the beads are aligned with the rib on the transducer. See the illustrations.
2. Assemble the other transducer parts as shown (see the illustrations Assembling the Plastic Bracket). Hand tighten only.

NOTE: If you are unable to ratchet the transducer so that it rests below the water, you can disassemble it and align the beads with a different number until you reach a position that allows the proper alignment.

Connect the Transducer Cable

Locate the instructions for your control head configuration below. Connect the Transducer Cable to the Control Head (Direct Connection):

1. Connect the transducer cable connector to the transducer port on the control head. See your control head installation guide for details.

NOTE: The ports are labeled, and the connector is keyed to prevent incorrect installation. Do not force the connector into the port.

Connect the Transducer Cable to the Portable Case (Portable Assembly):

1. Make sure the large opening in the front of the portable bag is unzipped. You may want to roll up the flap and secure it while you’re working.
2. Plug the transducer cable into the jumper port in the portable case to the left of the control head, as you face the front of the bag (see the illustration Plugging in the Transducer).

Speed Accessory (Optional): If you are installing the optional Speed Sensor accessory, insert the Sonar/Speed Y-Cable connector into the jumper port in the portable case. Then, connect the transducer connector and speed sensor connector to the corresponding connectors on the Y-Cable. The Y-Cable requires a separate purchase. Contact Humminbird Technical Support for details.

Transducer Knuckle Positions

Ratchets Placed in Position 1

Ratchets Placed in Position 2

Plugging the Transducer Cable into the Portable Case

Mounting the Portable Transducer

Once your portable transducer is fully assembled, it takes just a few easy steps before you are ready to fish.

Mount the Portable Transducer on the Boat

Perform the procedures in this section to install the transducer on your boat. Also, keep in mind the following:

• You can mount the transducer anywhere on the side of the boat if your boat remains stationary. If you are trolling, it is best to mount the transducer on the transom of the boat.
• It is important that the mounting position allows the transducer to rest beneath the surface of the water.
• The transducer must be mounted parallel with the waterline. This positioning allows the beam elements to point straight down.
• Your portable transducer is designed to be installed and adjusted without the use of tools.

Mounting the transducer to the boat is a simple, yet important operation. A poor mounting location will affect the overall performance of the Humminbird unit, so follow the mounting instructions carefully.

NOTE: The suction cup mount is designed for quick, easy installation and removal, NOT for high speed operation. If you intend to operate your boat at any speed faster than trolling speeds, remove the suction cup transducer from the water.

CAUTION: Do not cut or shorten the transducer cable, and try not to damage the cable insulation. Route the cable as far as possible from any VHF radio antenna cables or tachometer cables to reduce the possibility of interference. If the cable is too short, extension cables are available to extend the transducer cable up to a total of 50′. For assistance, contact Humminbird Technical Support.Do NOT mount the cables where the connectors could be submerged in water or flooded. If cables are installed in a splash- prone area, it may be helpful to apply dielectric grease to the inside of the connectors to prevent corrosion. Dielectric grease can be purchased separately from a general hardware or automotive store.

1. Mount the transducer in the chosen mounting location.
2. Adjust the running angle so that the transducer is parallel to and below the surface of the water (see the illustration Transducer Running Angle).
3. Hand tighten the wing nut so that the transducer will not rotate.
4. Secure the transducer cable in case of accidental release when the boat is moving, (since a loose transducer can cause damage to itself, your boat, or become tangled in the propeller). Attach the tie-down strap to the transducer cable around an immovable object such as a rail or fitting, as shown in the illustration Transducer Tie-Down Strap.
5. When you have finished using the transducer, unplug the transducer cable from the transducer jumper port on the base, then coil the cable around the assembly.

Stowing the Portable Transducer in the Portable Bag

1. Remove the transducer assembly from the water, wipe it dry, and stow it in the front pocket of the portable bag, under the control head.
2. Unplug the power cable when not in use.
3. Make sure all the zippers are closed.

Portable Transducer Mount

Transducer Running Angle

Transducer Tie-Down Strap

Maintenance

If your transducer remains in the water for long periods of time, slush, algae and other marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the transducer. Periodically clean the face of the transducer with a mild, marine-safe and plastic-safe soap or solution.

If your transducer remains out of the water for a long period of time, it may take some time to wet the transducer after it is returned to the water. Small air bubbles can cling to the surface of the transducer and interfere with proper operation. These bubbles will dissipate with time, or you may wipe the face of the transducer with your fingers after the transducer is in the water.

Contact Humminbird

Contact Humminbird Technical Support through our Help Center at <https ://humminbird-help.johnsonoutdoors.com/hc/en-us> or by writing to the address below:

Humminbird Service Department 678 Humminbird Lane Eufaula, AL 36027 USA

WARNING: Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty. The transducer must be fully submerged in water during operation because the sonar signal cannot pass through air. Air pinging can damage the transducer.

NOTE: Download Humminbird installation guides and operations manuals from our Web site at humminbird.com.Product specifications and features are subject to change without notice.

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References

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