Insignia 450TX manual Get gaps in the reading at high speeds, My unit loses power at high speeds

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MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

6. I get gaps in the reading at high speeds.

Your transducer needs adjusting. If the transducer is transom-mounted, there are two adjustments available to you—height, and running angle. Make small adjustments and run the boat at high speeds to determine the effect. It may take several tries to optimize high speed operation. This can also be a result of air or turbulence in the transducer location caused by rivets, ribs, etc.

7. My unit loses power at high speeds.

Your 450TX has over-voltage protection that turns the unit off when input voltage exceeds 20 VDC. Some outboard motors do not effectively regulate the power output of the engine’s alternator and can produce voltage in excess of 20 volts when running at high RPMs. The 450TX displays input voltage in the Diagnostic screen. Use this readout to determine if the voltage exceeds 20 VDC.

8.The screen begins to fade out. Images are not as sharp as normal.

Check the input voltage using Diagnostic. The 450TX will not operate on input voltages below 10 VDC.

9.The display shows many black dots at high speeds and high sensitivity settings.

You are seeing noise or interference caused by one of several sources. Noise can be caused by other electronic devices. Turn off any nearby electronics and see if the problem goes away. Noise can also be caused by the engine. If engine noise is causing the interference, the problem will intensify at higher RPMs. Increase the engine speed with the boat stationary to isolate this cause. Propeller cavitation can appear as noise on- screen. If the transducer is mounted too close to the propeller, the turbulence generated can interfere with the sonar signal. Ensure that the transducer is mounted at least 15" (38cm) from the prop.

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Contents Operations Manual Cal Table of Contents Installation Preparation AccessoriesInstallation Overview Parts SuppliedInstallation Overview Determining How to Mount the TransducerAlternate Transducers and Mounting Methods Alternate Transducers and Mounting MethodsPortable Mounting Trolling Motor MountingBeginning Installation Transducer ExchangeTransducer Exchange Using the 450TX HOW Sonar WorksHOW Sonar Works Simulator Operation Simulator OperationFeature Memory What YOU see ON-SCREENWhat You See On-Screen Installed Shows What YOU see on Screen Control Functions Control Functions 2d View Large Digit View Chart View Arrow Keys. The UP Arrow and Down Arrow make Menu Functions Menu FunctionsLow Sensitivity Using the 450TX Box will move vertically to remain in the general Using the 450TX Using the 450TX Voltages in excess of 20 or less Using the 450TX Bottom Black View ID+ On Raw Sonar Using the 450TX Speed offset is remembered after power is disconnected Advanced Features Using DiagnosticUsing the Diagnostic Feature Advanced Features Advanced Features Using Alternative Transducers Using Alternative TransducersWide side operation Advanced Features Maintenance Maintenance and TroubleshootingMaintenance TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Nothing happens when I turn the unit onThere is no transducer detected Unit comes on before I press POWER, and won’t turn off There is no bottom reading visible on the displayMy unit loses power at high speeds Get gaps in the reading at high speedsSpecifications TOP
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