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Apelco 530 User Manual

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Apelco 530 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandApelco
Model530
CategoryFish Finder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Features and Functions

Totally Waterproof

Device is completely waterproof for mounting in any location on any console.

Crystal Clear Display

Continuous display of bottom conditions and midwater fish with 4x zoom.

Waypoint Memory Capacity

Stores up to 200 waypoints and 10 routes; accepts optional GPS antennas.

Fish Symbols and Alarms

Positive ID of fish presence and size using six symbols. Includes shallow/deep alarms.

Automatic Conveniences

Features auto range, sensitivity, and zoom for hands-off operation.

Information and Service

United States Contact

Contact details for Apelco Marine Electronics in the United States.

Europe Contact

Contact details for Raytheon Marine Europe in the United Kingdom.

Before You Begin

Navigation Aid Notice

Device is an aid to navigation; user must exercise prudence and judgment.

Introduction

System Overview

System uses sonar to show conditions, detect fish, and includes GPS capabilities.

Unpacking and Inspection

Check standard equipment upon receipt; notify dealer of missing items.

Installation

Display Unit Installation

Mounting the display unit using yoke or optional flush mount kits.

Transducer Installation

Details on mounting the transducer, including positioning and bracket attachment.

Thru-Hull Transducer Installation

Instructions for installing a thru-hull transducer, including location and fairing block use.

DC Power Connection

Guidance on connecting the unit to a 12 VDC power system, including polarity and fuse.

GPS Antenna Installation

Steps for installing the GPS antenna and connecting it to the display unit.

Basic Operation

Keypad Functions

Explanation of keypad functions for navigation and data entry.

Main Menu Navigation

Overview of turning the unit on/off and selecting operating modes.

FishFinder Mode Operation

Description of the FishFinder mode display and its basic functions.

Display Windows

Explains how to display and cycle through various information windows.

Fish Finder Settings

Details on setting range, sensitivity, white line, zoom, and bottom lock.

Navigation Mode Overview

Overview of entering Navigation mode and its sub-modes.

Waypoint Management

Instructions for storing, naming, and entering waypoints using Lat/Lon, TD's, or B/R.

Route Planning and Management

Guidance on planning, selecting, programming, deleting, reviewing, and editing routes.

Set-up Modes

System Configuration

Configuring general system settings like contrast, units, and language.

FishFinder Configuration

Adjusting alarms, chart speed, and calibrating temperature/speed.

Navigation Configuration

Settings for alarm sound, magnetic variation, L/L correction, and Loran GRI.

Plotter Configuration

Options for alarm sound, track clearing, and track interval settings.

Waypoint/Route Configuration

Settings for sorting, moving, erasing waypoints, and setting alarms.

GPS Configuration

Configuring geodetic datum, antenna height, and local/UTC time.

Reference

Sonar Technology Basics

Explanation of how sonar technology works and its basic principles.

Interpreting Seabed Conditions

How to interpret different seabed conditions based on display readings.

GPS System Basics

Introduction to the GPS system, satellites, and position calculation.

Equipment Maintenance

Tips for cleaning, inspecting hardware, and protecting the transducer.

Troubleshooting Guide

Guidance on diagnosing and resolving common operational problems.

Technical Specifications

Technical details and operational parameters of the unit.

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