TRANSDUCER
Some X-55A's are sold with a HS-WSBK transom mount transducer. It
can be installed on any
outboard or stern-drive (inboarcf\outboard) pow-
ered boat. It can also be permanently installed inside the boat to "shoot-
through1'
the hull on some fiberglass boats.
The "kick-up" mounting bracket helps prevent
damage
if the transducer
strikes an object
while the boat is
moving. If the transducer does "kick-
up", the bracket can easily be
pushed back
in place
without tools.
If your unit came with a transducer, read this section
carefully before
attempting the installation. Determine
which of the
mounting positions is
right
for your boat. Use extreme care if mounting the transducer inside
the hull, since once it is epoxied into position, the transducer usually
cannot be removed. Remember, the transducer location is the most
critical
part
of a sonar installation. If it isn't done
properly,
the sonar can't
perform
at it's
designed potential.
Location - General
1. The transducer must be
placed in a location that has a smooth flow of
water at all times. If the transducer is to be mounted inside the hull,
then the chosen location must be in the water at all times. If the
transducer is not placed in a smooth flow of water, interference will
show on the sonar's display in the form of random lines or dots
whenever the boat is moving.
2. The transducer should be installed with it's face pointing straight
down,
if
possible.
3. If the transducer is mounted on the
transom, make certain it doesn't
interfere with the trailer or hauling of the boat. Also, don't mount it
closer than approximately one
foot from the engine's lower unit. This
will prevent
cavitation interference with the propeller. Typically, the
transducer
should be mounted as
deep
in the
water as possible. This
increases the chance that it will be in the water in high speed
and
reduces the possiblity of air bubble interference.
4. If possible, route the transducer cable
away from other
wiring on the
boat. Electrical noise
from
engine wiring, bilge
pumps, and areators
can be displayed on the sonar's screen. Use caution when routing
the transducer cable around these wires.
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Accessory
Ordering Information
To order
accessories such as
power
cables
or
transducers,
please
contact:
1) Your local marine dealer. Most quality dealers that handle marine
electronic equipment should be able to assist
you with these items.
Consult
your local telephone directory for listings.
2) LEI Extras, Inc. P.O. Box 129 Catoosa, OK 74015-0129
or call
800-324-0045
(USA
orders only.)
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