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Lowrance HDS series User Manual

Lowrance HDS series
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HDS Series
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Lowrance HDS series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Waterproof RatingIPX7
Display Size7", 9", 12", 16" (varies by model)
Sonar TypeCHIRP, DownScan, SideScan
Frequency50/200 kHz, 83/200 kHz
GPSInternal GPS antenna
NetworkingNMEA 2000, Ethernet
TouchscreenYes (varies by model)
Operating Temperature5°F to 131°F (-15°C to 55°C)
Compatibilityvarious transducers
Display ResolutionVaries by model (e.g., 800x480, 1280x800)

Summary

Introduction

Important Safety and Warning Information

Critical safety advice, operational warnings, and guidelines for using the HDS system.

Check the Parts

Display Installation

Mounting location

Guidelines for selecting an optimal and safe location for the HDS display unit.

Transducer Installation

Skimmer Transducer Shoot-through Hull Installation

Procedures for installing a Skimmer transducer through the boat hull.

Pod Transducer Shoot-through Hull Installation

Procedures for installing a Pod transducer through the boat hull.

Aligning and Attaching the Transducer

Ensuring correct alignment and attachment of the transducer to the hull.

Make a test run to determine the results

Guidance on testing transducer performance and making adjustments.

Skimmer Transducer Shoot-thru-hull Installation

Detailed steps for epoxying a Skimmer transducer to the inside of a boat hull.

Pod Transducer Installation Instructions

Pod Transducer shoot-thru-hull installation

Steps for epoxying a Pod transducer to the inside of a boat hull.

Pod Transducer Trolling Motor Installation

Instructions for mounting a Pod transducer onto a trolling motor.

System Architecture

Wiring the HDS

Wiring Guidelines

Essential rules to follow for proper and reliable HDS system cable management.

Power/Data Cable

Description and wiring diagram for the HDS Power/Data cable.

NMEA 0183 wiring

Wiring details for NMEA 0183 communication ports on HDS units.

NMEA 2000 wiring

Instructions and diagram for setting up an NMEA 2000 network.

Single Station

Dual & Multi Station

Connecting HD Radar

Connecting BR24 Radar

Commissioning Check List

Sonar Setup

Configuring the HDS for optimal sonar performance based on transducer and fishing conditions.

Sonar

Water speed off set

NMEA Information

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