Lowrance EP-85R User Manual

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Pub. 988-0154-522
EP-85R Storage Device
Electronic Sensor
Installation and Operation Instructions
This document shows how to connect an EP-85R storage device to a
NMEA 2000
®
network. The EP-85R stores Fuel Used, Trip Fuel Used
and Seasonal Fuel Used data for up to three NMEA 2000 compatible
engines that output standard NMEA 2000 Fuel Rate Data.
NMEA 2000 is the communication bus standard developed by the
National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) for use in boats.
Lowrance has introduced a line of products that can communicate over
a NMEA 2000 network (LowranceNet).
All Lowrance NMEA 2000 capable devices are either NMEA 2000
certified or certification is pending.
CAUTION:
Installing LowranceNET NMEA 2000 devices is significantly
different from installing earlier Lowrance components without
NMEA 2000 features. You should read all of the installation
instructions before proceeding. Decide where you want to install
all components before drilling any holes in your vessel.
Some sonar or GPS display units may require a software upgrade to
display NMEA 2000 data correctly. For free software upgrades or
additional information on the LowranceNet NMEA 2000
®
network
system, visit our web site, www.lowrance.com.
The EP-85R Storage Device.
Smart module
Red NMEA 2000
connector

Lowrance EP-85R Specifications

General

Interface	NMEA 2000
Category	Marine Electronics
Networking	NMEA 2000
Waterproof Rating	IPX7
Power Input	12V DC

Summary

EP-85R Storage Device Installation

Tools and Supplies for Installation

Lists necessary tools and components for setup.

Connecting to NMEA 2000 Network

Details on establishing a connection to the NMEA 2000 network.

Network Backbone and Nodes Explained

Explanation of network architecture, backbone, and nodes.

Adding Network Nodes to the Bus

Instructions for expanding the NMEA 2000 network.

Additional Network Information

Further details on NMEA 2000 network creation and expansion.

LMF-200 EP-85R Operation and Configuration

Initial Boat Setup Process

Steps to configure the LMF-200 gauge and EP-85R for your boat.

Fuel Manager Menu Functions

Managing fuel data, refill, partial fill, economy speed, and resets.

Display Page Customization

How to add and customize data pages for display.

Setting Fuel Warnings

Configuring low and high fuel level alarms.

Resetting EP-85R Storage Device

Procedures for clearing all stored data from the device.

LMF-400 EP-85R Operation and Configuration

LMF-400 Initial Boat Setup

Steps to configure the LMF-400 gauge and EP-85R for your boat.

LMF-400 Fuel Setup Menu

Configuring fuel data, refill, partial fill, and economy speed.

LMF-400 Display Page Customization

Adding and customizing data pages on the LMF-400.

LMF-400 Fuel Warning and Reset Values

Setting fuel alarms and resetting device values on LMF-400.

Display Unit EP-85R Integration

NMEA 2000 Bus Configuration

Setting up the NMEA 2000 network and bus parameters.

Engine-Tank Configuration Setup

Configuring the number of engines and fuel tanks.

Customizing Device Name Display

Changing how the EP-85R is identified on the network.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Resetting the device to its original factory settings.

Fuel Management Menu Functions

Tank Operations and Fueling Procedures

Managing tank location, adding fuel, and filling tanks.

Engine Operations and Data Resets

Selecting engines and resetting trip/seasonal fuel data.

Displaying Storage Data via Overlay

Showing storage device data as overlay on the main display.

NMEA 2000 Alarm Management

Setting up full and empty fuel alarms for NMEA 2000 devices.

Lowrance Product Warranty

Full One-Year Limited Warranty

Terms and conditions of the product's limited warranty.

Service and Accessory Ordering

Obtaining Service and Support

Contact information for service and technical assistance.

Ordering Replacement Accessories

Information on purchasing additional accessories.