Humminbird 981 manual Gimbal Mounting the Control Head

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GIMBAL MOUNTING THE CONTROL HEAD

If you are gimbal mounting the Humminbird® 900 Series™, you can pre-assemble the unit in order to plan the best mounting location.

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1Washer

2Gimbal Knob

3Gimbal Bracket

4Expansion ports - use for future accessories

Parts and tools specific to gimbal mounting are:

Gimbal mounting bracket and screws

Gimbal mounting knobs and washers

Phillips head screwdriver

5/16" (8mm) socket wrench or flat head screw driver

Hand drill with various drill bits

Marine-grade silicone sealant.

1.Place the control head into the gimbal bracket. Make sure that the straight side of the gimbal arm is against the back side of the control head.

2.Place a 1" (25 mm) diameter black washer on the gimbal knob and then thread the knob and washer into the housing. Tighten the gimbal knob to secure the 900 Series™ control head to the mount. Repeat step 2 for the other side.

You can now place the control head in various locations to decide which is best for mounting. Rotating the mounting bracket to the top of the control head will allow for overhead mounting. The chosen mounting area should allow for sufficient room so the control head can pivot through the full tilt range and allow for easy removal and installation.

NOTE: You can drill the cable pass hole underneath the gimbal bracket, allowing you to thread the cables through the knock-out holes in the mount; however, if you cannot drill the hole directly under the mounting bracket, then you will need to drill the cable pass hole behind the bracket, and will need to mount the hole cover there instead.

NOTE: When drilling holes in fiberglass hulls, it is best to start with a smaller bit and use progressively larger drill bits to reduce the chance of chipping or flaking the outer coating. Fill all holes with marine grade silicone sealant.

NOTE: You must have underside access to the mounting location to pass the cables through to the surface. Also, make sure that the mounting surface is adequately supported to protect the control head from excessive wave shock and vibration and provide visibility while in operation.

3.After the mounting location has been determined, loosen the gimbal knobs and remove the control head from the gimbal bracket.

NOTE: Alternate hole patterns are available underneath the gimbal mounting bracket, and may match existing holes on the boat. If you choose to use one of these alternate hole patterns, simply drill it out and use it to mount the bracket instead.

4.Place the gimbal bracket in the chosen position on the mounting surface and mark the four mounting screw locations using a pencil or center punch.

NOTE: Go to the installation instructions applicable to your transducer, GPS Receiver and accessories. Make the required installations and then run the cables to your control head mounting location. Do not cut any cabling (except the power cable). If your cables are too short, extensions are available from your local dealer or online from www.humminbird.com.

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Contents 98xManual531376-1A.qxd 2/23/2005 1139 AM Thank You Table of Contents Sonar Menu Tab Menu System Start-Up Options MenuSonar X-Press Menu Side Imaging X-Press MenuSetup Menu Tab Alarms Menu TabContact Humminbird Views Menu Tab Accessories Menu Tab TroubleshootingDualbeam Plus Sonar Series IntroductionHOW the 900 Series Works Side Imaging SonarMulti-Media Card MMC/SD Slot MULTI-MEDIA Card MMC/SD SlotAccessory Bus Accessory BUSInstallation Overview 900 Series has a wide variety of configurations Control Head InstallationGimbal Mounting the Control Head Mounting Screws Washer Gimbal Mounting Bracket Speed Communications Transducer Cable Collector Insert Cables Routed Near Mounting BracketIn-dash mounting template IN-DASH Mounting the Control HeadParts and tools specific to In-dash mounting are In-dash mounting foam pads23/2005 Beginning of this procedure Connecting the Control Head Power Cable to the BoatMotor Position Transducer InstallationTransom Transducer Trolling Motor Transducer Stepped Hull Transom Transducer InstallationNot a hull, motor, or other transducer, etc Without deadrise adjustmentCompletely tighten Be fully tightened until all adjustments are madeHeaded pin can be inserted from either side of the bracket Normal Cavitation Force is necessary to pivot the assemblyTrolling Motor Transducer Installation Hand-tighten only Test and Finish the Transducer InstallationTo the cable as shown Follow these steps to stem mount the GPS receiverAccess Under Mounting Location Access Under Mounting LocationNo Access Under Mounting Location Finish Routing the Cable and Check GPS Receiver Operation Speed Accessory InstallationHand tighten only Install the Speed accessoryRotating Retaining Axial Clip to Remove Paddlewheel Testing the System InstallationGetting Started Using Your 900 Series Powering UP the Control HeadTriplog WHAT’S on the Sonar DisplaySonar Bottom Presentation Understanding Sonar HistoryReal Time Sonar RTS Window KHz provides maximum coverage with 180 total beam width KHz provides highest resolution with 160 total beam widthUnderstanding Side Imaging Topography Changes Bottom Return Triplog WHAT’S on the Side Imaging DisplaySide Imaging Representation Side Imaging Technology HOW IT WorksSide Imaging on the Water Interpretation Submerged Ravine with Timber Submerged Swimming Pool Submerged Standing and Fallen Timber, Plus Bait FishMenu KEY POWER/LIGHT KEYKEY Functions View KEYInfo KEY View Preset KeysWAY Cursor Control KEY Exit KEYSonar views ViewsMARK/GOTO KEY Views available on your 900 Series areSonar View Views and ReadoutsSonar View Sonar Zoom View Sonar Zoom ViewSide Imaging View Split Sonar ViewSide Imaging View Split Sonar ViewSide/Sonar Combo View SIDE/SONAR Combo ViewBird’s Eye View Chart/Bird’s Eye Combo ViewChart/Sonar View Chart View with Active CursorChart/Side Combo View CHART/SIDE Combo ViewNavigation Chart View with Cursor PresentWaypoints, Routes and Tracks WAYPOINTS, Routes and TracksNavigate to a Waypoint or Position ADD a Waypoint Target or Trolling Grid Chart View with TargetChart View with Grid SAVE, Edit or Delete a Route Press Menu Menu SystemStart-Up Options Menu Sonar Tab, Normal Mode Sonar Tab, Advanced ModeSTART-UP Options Menu Normal Simulator System StatusSystem Status Self Test Accessory Test GPS Diagnostic ViewNormal Operation SimulatorGPS Diagnostic View Accessory TestAccessory Test Screen Split Position To Adjust Split Screen PositionSonar X-PRESS Menu Active SideUpper Range To adjust the SensitivityTo adjust the Upper Range SensitivityZoom Level Chart SpeedLower Range Sonar Colors Bottom LockBottom Range Side Imaging X-Press Menu Highlight Split Position on the Side Imaging X-Press MenuSide Imaging Views only SI Range SI SideSI Sensitivity Highlight SI Colors on the Side Imaging X-Pressmenu SI ColorsNavigation X-PRESS Menu To change the SI ColorsTo Clear Current Track Save Current TrackClear Current Track To Save Current TrackRemove Target Cancel NavigationSave Current Route Skip Next WaypointOnly if a Grid is active Remove GridSonar Menu TAB To Remove a GridFish ID+ Beam SelectSide View Frequency Highlight Fish ID Sensitivity on the Sonar main menu To change the Fish ID Sensitivity settingFish ID Sensitivity To turn Fish ID+ on or offZoom Width To change the RTS Window settingTo adjust the Bottom View Bottom ViewNoise Filter KHZ SensitivityDepth Lines Surface ClutterColor BAR MAX DepthWater Type Navigation Menu TAB Temperature GraphTo change the display of the Temperature Graph Sonar View only, with Temperature inputRoutes TracksWaypoints Trackpoint Interval Chart OrientationNorth Reference Trolling Grid RotationDelete ALL NAV Data Track MIN DistanceMAP Datum Export ALL NAV DataMAP Borders Chart Menu TABChart Detail Level To change the Chart Detail Level settingSET Simulation Position LAT/LON GridSpot Soundings Shaded DepthClear MAP Offset Alarms Menu TABTo change the Map Offset setting SET MAP OffsetTemp Alarm Depth AlarmFish ID Alarm LOW Battery AlarmDrift Alarm OFF Course AlarmArrival Alarm Highlight Alarm Tone on the Alarms main menu Alarm ToneSetup Menu TAB To change the Alarm Tone settingUnits Speed Units DepthUnits Temp Units DistanceLanguage User ModeTriplog Reset Restore DefaultsSelect Readouts Default Sonar ViewTemp Offset To change the Depth Offset settingTo change the Temp Offset setting Depth OffsetPosition Format Speed CalibrationLocal Time Zone Daylight Saving TimeNmea Output Time FormatDate Format To Change the View Status of Any View Views Menu TABTo turn Sonar on or off Following views are availableSeries Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached Accessories Menu TABTroubleshooting Series Doesn’t Power UpControl head loses power at high speeds Display ProblemsBoat’s engine Finding the Cause of NoiseOther electronic devices Noise re-appearsHumminbird Service Policy Year Limited WarrantyFor IN-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps Returning Your Unit for ServiceSeries Accessories Area of Coverage SpecificationsTransducer Mounting Template XHS-9-SI-160-T Appendix aContact Humminbird