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Navman Datahelm 8120 - User Manual

Navman Datahelm 8120
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Datahelm 8120
Installation and
Operation Manual

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction to the Navman 8120

Basic Operation of the Navman 8120

Understanding Core Controls

Explains the function of each key on the instrument and how to navigate menus and change data.

Navigational and Safety Features

Details Man Overboard (MOB) function, alarm system, and simulate mode for practice.

Navigation Features and Charting

Navigating Your Vessel

Guides on navigating to a point, waypoint, or along a route, including manual steering and autopilot use.

Chart Window Operations

Details on using the chart window, including chart modes, symbols, scale, and finding chart information.

Highway and Waypoint Management

Waypoint Operations

Covers creating, managing, displaying, and deleting waypoints.

Route Management

Route Operations

Explains how to create, edit, display, delete, and navigate routes.

Satellite and Sonar Fishfinding

Sonar Fundamentals

Explains how the sonar transducer works and the basic principles of sonar operation.

Sonar Display Interpretation

Guides on interpreting sonar displays, understanding echoes, bottom types, and shadows.

Fish Detection and Range Settings

Covers finding fish, using fish symbols, and adjusting range settings for optimal detection.

Gain and Threshold Adjustment

Explains how to adjust gain and threshold settings for optimal sonar performance.

Fuel Functions and Display

DSC;Buddy Track Windows

Setting Up the Navman 8120

Installation Guide

Connecting Sensors and Transducers

Guides on connecting power/data cables, GPS antennas, sonar transducers, and fuel sensors.

Initial Setup and Testing

Covers the initial installation menu, data entry, GPS satellite acquisition, and test runs.

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide

General Instrument Troubleshooting

Addresses common issues like the instrument not turning on, off, or displaying correctly.

GPS Navigation Problems

Helps diagnose issues with GPS fix, position accuracy, chart display, and autopilot communication.

Fuel System Troubleshooting

Covers inaccurate fuel readings, flow issues, and lack of fuel economy data.

Sonar Fishfinding Troubleshooting

Addresses erratic sonar operation, bottom display issues, and double bottom traces.

Summary

Introduction to the Navman 8120

Basic Operation of the Navman 8120

Understanding Core Controls

Explains the function of each key on the instrument and how to navigate menus and change data.

Navigational and Safety Features

Details Man Overboard (MOB) function, alarm system, and simulate mode for practice.

Navigation Features and Charting

Navigating Your Vessel

Guides on navigating to a point, waypoint, or along a route, including manual steering and autopilot use.

Chart Window Operations

Details on using the chart window, including chart modes, symbols, scale, and finding chart information.

Highway and Waypoint Management

Waypoint Operations

Covers creating, managing, displaying, and deleting waypoints.

Route Management

Route Operations

Explains how to create, edit, display, delete, and navigate routes.

Satellite and Sonar Fishfinding

Sonar Fundamentals

Explains how the sonar transducer works and the basic principles of sonar operation.

Sonar Display Interpretation

Guides on interpreting sonar displays, understanding echoes, bottom types, and shadows.

Fish Detection and Range Settings

Covers finding fish, using fish symbols, and adjusting range settings for optimal detection.

Gain and Threshold Adjustment

Explains how to adjust gain and threshold settings for optimal sonar performance.

Fuel Functions and Display

DSC;Buddy Track Windows

Setting Up the Navman 8120

Installation Guide

Connecting Sensors and Transducers

Guides on connecting power/data cables, GPS antennas, sonar transducers, and fuel sensors.

Initial Setup and Testing

Covers the initial installation menu, data entry, GPS satellite acquisition, and test runs.

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide

General Instrument Troubleshooting

Addresses common issues like the instrument not turning on, off, or displaying correctly.

GPS Navigation Problems

Helps diagnose issues with GPS fix, position accuracy, chart display, and autopilot communication.

Fuel System Troubleshooting

Covers inaccurate fuel readings, flow issues, and lack of fuel economy data.

Sonar Fishfinding Troubleshooting

Addresses erratic sonar operation, bottom display issues, and double bottom traces.

Navman Datahelm 8120 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNavman
ModelDatahelm 8120
CategoryFish Finder
LanguageEnglish

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