Section 1 - Important Information
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Theft Deterrent System–Premium Disclaimer
IMPORTANT: The Mercury TDS is an aid to the operation of the vessel. It is not intended for and should not be used for
navigation purposes. The performance of the system can be affected by many factors including equipment failure,
environmental conditions, improper installation, handling, and use. The Mercury TDS is used at your sole risk and in no event
shall Mercury Marine be liable for any costs, losses, liabilities, damages, expense, or claims of any nature caused by the use of
this device.
FCC Notice
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. Operation of this equipment is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Modifications or changes to this equipment not approved in
writing by Faria WatchDog Inc. could violate FCC rules compliance and void the operator’s authority to operate this equipment.
An FCC Ship’s Radio License and Operator’s License are not required for the use of this theft deterrent system. The TDS has
been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Parts 15 and 80 of the FCC Rules.
Registration by the Installing Dealer is Important
IMPORTANT: Access to the Internet is required to properly register the TDS for use and operation.
IMPORTANT: After opening the kit, locate the mobile transceiver unit (MTU) serial number. Verify the serial number on the
MTU with the decal that has been installed on the last page of this manual. Registration activates the theft deterrent system
and it cannot be activated without this serial number.
The owner must be present with the installing dealer during the registration of the product. The customer must supply a credit
card number to register the product and activate the theft deterrent system. The registering dealer, along with the customer
must create a user name and password. The user name and password are needed for the customer to access the consumer
website. Some of the information the dealer has uploaded can be changed by the customer when the customer is logged into
the consumer website. Ensure the customer information is accurate. If information is incorrectly uploaded into the website, you
must contact Mercury Marine Customer Service to have the errors corrected.
Product Registration
IMPORTANT: Do not use the enter key to move to the next information field during the product registration process. Do not use
the webpage BACK icon button during the registration process.
1. Log into the dealership MercNET site.
2. While in the MercNET site, go to Sales and Marketing, Mercury TDS ‑ Premium Registration.
3. All red field information is mandatory. All black field information is optional, but Mercury recommends that all fields be filled
out.
4. Enter all of the owner, boat, and engine information. This information is used for confirmation of the registration. After filling
out each information window, use the tab key on the keyboard to move to the next information window. When all the
owner's information is entered, click on Add Owner.
NOTE: The user name will automatically be populated when the Verify E‑mail window is filled out. You cannot change this
autopopulated field without changing the e‑mail address, along with the Verify E‑mail window. These two addresses must
be identical.
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