Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product LCR 400 ID Humminbird
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TABLE OF CONTE NTS I NSTALLATION PREPARATION ……………………………………………………… . 2 Parts Supplied ………………………………………………………………… …. 2 Accessories …………………………………………………………………… ….
TRANSDUCER MOUNTING PROCEDURE Humminbird’s high - speed transducer is supplied with your LCR. This transducer has been designed to give good high speed readings on most all boat designs, including aluminum. Please carefully consider the following before in stalling your transducer.
absorb the blow of any obstruction by rotating up out of the metal spring bracket without harming the transducer, or your boat. The transducer can be re - engaged by simply rotating the transducer down and snapping it b ack in place. (See Figure A) B.
aluminum boat locate the template on the transom between rows of rivets, or ribs that are on the bottom of the boat. Align the template so that the bottom corner of the template nearest the center of the transom is on the bottom edge of the transom. Once the location is determined mark and drill three 7/64” dia.
NOTE: On boats with more than 15 degree deadrise angle it may be necessary to mount the transducer slightly off parallel with the water level. (See Figure E) Mark and drill the three 9/64” dia. holes as shown on the template. Attach the metal bracket using the three #10 self threading screws supplied.
Step 4 TRANSDUCER ASSEMBLY - Insert the transducer assembly into the metal bracket from the bottom. Push up until the holes in the plastic pivot align with the uppermost holes in the bracket. Slide the O - ring on to the headed pin and insert it through th e two parts.
using the 5/32” allen wrench provided. The screws are visible through the access holes on each side of the metal bracket. Check to make sure the transducer main body is rigidly fastened to the pivot.
4. Put transducer in the water. The bottom of the transducer should be in a flat area and should be in good contact with the bottom of the boat. 5. Operate the LCR with the boat operating at high speed. The transducer may have t o be moved in order to find an area where satisfactory operation is observed.
INSTALLING THE LCR The LCR should be mounted on a flat, solid surface for maximum stability. The low profile swivel mount has four holes drilled in the base. It is recommended that all four holes be used. Position the swivel base and drill four ¼” diameter holes.
OTHER MOUNTING OPTIONS 1. The LCR gimbal bracket can also be mounted on the SM - 4, quick disconnect swivel mount. 2. The LCR gimbal bracket can also be mounted directly to the dash without the swivel mount, however, this method is not recommended since the unit cannot be rotated.
“Transducer”. Note: An adapter (AD - 4) is available to allow use of an old waterproof (BNC) transducer with the LCR, but be sure that the transducer is a 16degree. A 32 - degree transducer cannot be used. A 11/8” hole must be drilled to pull thr ough the transducer connector.
you will install on the transom or inside the hull, and the LCR 400ID unit which you will m ount with the supplied gimbal bracket. The transducer and LCR 400ID communicate by means of a cable, and are powered by your boat’s 12 - volt DC battery.
BEFORE BEGINNING THE HUMMINBIRD ADVANTAGE T HE H UMMINBIRD A DVANTAGE The LCR 400ID incorporates the best of available technologies, and offe rs advantages you won’t find in other depth sounders. The liquid crystal display (LCD) offers sharp viewing even in bright, direct sunlight, and is continuously lit for nighttime operation.
USING THE LCR400ID USING THE BUILT - IN SIMULATOR USING THE LCR400ID This section provides co mplete information on operating the LCR 400ID through its front panel controls. You are encouraged to read this information completely as you first learn to use the LCR 400ID.
USING THE LCR400ID OPERATING THE LCR4 00ID FRONT PANEL BUTTONS The LCR 400ID offers several functions that you can adjust with the front panel buttons. (Note that to select something with a button, you must press it fully so that you hear a “chirp” sound).
USING THE LCR400ID OPERATING THE LCR400ID SENSITIVI TY 1. Selecting Sensitivity/Units; Factory setting: +0/FEET The Sensitivity/Units function has two uses: It lets you adjust LCR 400ID sensitivity and controls whether depth measurement is in feet or fathoms.
USING THE LCR400ID OPERATING THE LCR400ID FISH ALARM 3. Enabling Fish Alarm; Factory Setting: OFF The Fish Alarm alerts you with a chirping sound whenever the LCR 400ID detects fish (or another object not attached to the bottom ). To activate it, select FISH ALM and press the ON - OFF button.
USING THE LCR400ID OPER ATING THE LCR400ID BOTTOM LOCK 5. Using Bottom - Lock; Factory Setting: OFF Bottom - lock provides an up - close view like Zoom, except that in this case the zoomed view automatically moves up or down to stay on the bottom. To use this feature, select BTM LOCK and press ON - OFF.
USING THE LCR400ID OPERATING THE LCR400ID DEPTH RANGE 7. Setting Depth Range; Factory Setting: On (Automatic) When you turn the LCR 400ID on, it finds the bottom, sets the ideal depth range, and automati cally adjusts the depth range (to as much as 480’) as the depth changes.
SPECIFICATIONS Operating Frequency 200 KHz Power Requirements 10 - 16 Volts Power Cable Length Standard Unit 48” Port able Unit Non - replaceable Transducer : Standard XHS - 6 - 16 Portable XPT - 6 .
MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Your Humminbird fishfinder is designed to provide years of trouble free operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow these simple procedures to ensure your Humminbird continues to deliver top performance.
MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Do not attempt to repair the fishfinder yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside, and special tools and techniques are required for reassembly to ensure the waterproof integrity of the housing.
MAINTENANCE AN D WARRANTY TROUBLESHOOTING Second, inspect the transducer cable from end to end for breaks, kinks, or cuts in the outer casing of the cable. Also ensure the transducer is fully submerged in water. If the transducer is connected to the unit through a switc h, temporarily connect it directly to the unit and try again.
MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY TROUBLESHOOTING 5. The unit comes on before I press POWER, and won't turn off. Check the transducer cable. If the outer jacket of the cable has been cut and the cable is in contact with bare metal, you need to repair the cut with electrical tape.
MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY WARRANTY HUMMINBIRD ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY First year repairs (from original date of purchase) on your Humminbird fishfinder are ab solutely free.
MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY SERVICE POLICY SERVICE POLICY This Service Policy is valid in the United States only. This applies to Humminbird units returned to our facto ry in Eufaula, Alabama, and is subject to change without notice. All repair work is performed by factory - trained technicians to meet exacting factory specifications.
MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY CUSTOMER SUPPORT CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have any questions, call our Humminbird Customer Suppor t Hotline: 1 - 334 - 687 - 0503 Throughout the U.
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