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Lowrance LMS-520C User Manual

Lowrance LMS-520C
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Pub. 988-0151-461
www.lowrance.com
LMS-520C & LMS-525C DF
Fish-finding Sonar & Mapping GPS
Installation and Operation
Instructions

Table of Contents

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Lowrance LMS-520C Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size5 inches
Display TypeColor TFT
Display Resolution480 x 480 pixels
Waterproof RatingIPX7
ChartplottingYes
MappingYes
Waypoints3000
Routes100
Power Input10-17 VDC
Sonar Frequency50/200 kHz
Track Log10000 points
Operating Temperature-15°C to 55°C

Summary

Section 1: Read Me First!

Specifications: LMS-520c and LMS-525cDF

Details general and sonar/GPS specifications for the LMS-520c and LMS-525cDF units.

Section 2: Installation

Preparations

Outlines the recommended sequence for installing the sonar/GPS system components.

Transducer Installation

Provides instructions for installing Skimmer transducers on transoms, trolling motors, or hulls.

Selecting a Transducer Location

Guides on choosing the optimal mounting spot for transducers based on water flow.

Transom Transducer Assembly And Mounting

Details the steps for assembling and mounting transom transducers using one-piece or two-piece brackets.

Trolling Motor Bracket Installation (single-frequency only)

Instructions for attaching the TMB-S bracket to the transducer for trolling motors.

Shoot-Thru-Hull Preparation

Guides for preparing hulls with flotation materials for shoot-thru installations.

Testing Determines Best Location

Procedures for testing transducer locations for shoot-thru mounting.

Shoot-thru-hull Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing a transducer using the shoot-thru-hull method.

Power Connections

Explains how to connect the unit's power/data cable and different wiring branches.

Powering Your Display Unit

Instructions on connecting the display unit to a 12-volt DC battery system.

GPS Antenna/Receiver Module

Information about the LGC-3000 GPS module and its installation.

Connecting to a NMEA 2000 Network

Steps for creating a NMEA 2000 network with T connectors and terminators.

Mounting the Unit: Bracket, In-Dash or Portable

Options for mounting the unit using gimbal, in-dash, or portable systems.

Bracket Installation

Guides on mounting the unit using the supplied bracket.

In-Dash Installation

Instructions for mounting the unit in the dash using an adapter kit.

MMC or SD Card Memory Card Installation

How to install and use MultiMedia Cards (MMC/SD) for data storage.

Section 3: Basic Sonar Operation

Basic Sonar Quick Reference

A simplified, 10-step guide to basic fish-finding operations.

Sonar Operations

Sensitivity & Auto Sensitivity

Explains how sensitivity affects echo detection and how to adjust it.

Section 4: Sonar Options

ASP™ (Advanced Signal Processing)

Explains the ASP feature for noise rejection and its settings.

Calibrate Speed

Instructions for calibrating the speed sensor for accuracy.

Colorline™

Describes the Colorline feature for distinguishing echo strengths and bottom types.

Depth Range - Upper and Lower Limits

Guides on setting upper and lower depth limits to zoom into specific water columns.

Section 5: Sonar Troubleshooting

Unit won't turn on

Troubleshooting steps for the unit failing to power on.

Unit freezes, locks up, or operates erratically

Steps to resolve freezing, locking up, or erratic operation issues.

Weak bottom echo, digital readings erratic, or no fish signals

Troubleshooting for poor bottom echoes, erratic digital readings, or lack of fish signals.

Bottom echo disappears at high speeds or erratic digital reading or weak bottom echo while boat is moving

Diagnosing issues with bottom echo loss at high speeds or erratic readings.

No fish arches when the Fish I.D. feature is off

Troubleshooting steps when fish arches are not displayed with Fish I.D. off.

NOISE

Explains electrical noise as a cause of sonar problems and how to identify sources.

Section 6: Basic GPS Operations

Basic GPS Quick Reference

A quick reference guide for basic GPS operations and navigation.

Section 8: System & GPS Setup Options

Alarms

Describes GPS alarms like Arrival, Off Course, and Anchor alarms.

Section 9: Searching

Find Map Places or Points of Interest (POI)

How to search for POIs by category, subcategory, name, or proximity.

Section 10: NMEA 2000 Device Configuration

Engine & Tank Configuration

Configuring engine-tank settings and managing devices on the network.

Fuel Management Menu

Access to options for tank location, fuel added, and fuel management.

Calibrating EP Sensors

Instructions for calibrating EP-10 Fuel Flow, EP-15 Fluid Level, and Suzuki Engine Interface.

EP-10 Fuel Flow Calibration

How to check and calibrate fuel flow accuracy.

EP-15 Fluid Level Calibration

Details on 2-Point, 3-Point, and 5-Point calibration for fluid level gauges.

Fuel Flow Calibration in a Suzuki Engine Interface

Instructions for calibrating fuel flow with a Suzuki engine interface.

Engine Trim Calibration

How to calibrate engine trim through the Suzuki Engine Interface.

Bennett Trim Tabs Calibration

How to calibrate Trim Tabs through their Device Configuration menu.

Section 11: Supplemental Material

Reset Options

How to reset unit features and functions to factory defaults.

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