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  • Page 1 IRELESS EMOTE Operations Guide...
  • Page 2 Humminbird does require repairs, we offer an exclusive Service Policy. For complete details, see the Warranty section of this manual. We encourage you to read this manual carefully in order to get full benefit from all the features and applications of your Humminbird product.
  • Page 3 To obtain a list of authorized international distributors, please visit our Web site at humminbird.com or contact Humminbird Customer Service at (334) 687-6613. 360 Imaging™, Down Imaging®, DualBeam PLUS™, HELIX®, Humminbird®, i-Pilot® Link™, ONIX®, Side Imaging®, and SOLIX® are trademarked by or registered trademarks of Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Warnings Introduction Control Head Compatibility ........... 5 Confirm Network Installation .

  • Page 5: Able Of

    ABLE OF ONTENTS 1-Year Limited Warranty Humminbird Service Policy Returning Your Unit for Service Contact Humminbird Table of Contents...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    NTRODUCTION This accessory allows you to quickly initiate commands on the Humminbird control head using the wireless remote. This manual will guide you through the following installation and setup instructions: • Set Up the Wireless Remote • Test the Remote and Dongle •...

  • Page 7: Wireless Remote Setup

    IRELESS EMOTE ETUP Perform the procedures in the following sections to set up the wireless remote. SUPPLIES: In addition to the hardware supplied with your accessory, you will need a Phillips screwdriver. 1 | Install the Battery in the Remote Use the following instructions to install the battery (included) in the wireless remote.

  • Page 8: Attach The Lanyard

    2 | Attach the Lanyard Use the following instructions to attach the lanyard to the wireless remote. 1. Attach the Lanyard Connector to the Remote Installing the Lanyard Connector on the Remote 1. Insert the loop on the lanyard connector through lanyard the opening on the bottom of the remote.

  • Page 9: Installation Preparation (Remote With Dongle)

    This section is applicable to all control heads without built-in Bluetooth technology. Purchase Connection Accessories Depending on your Humminbird control head model and network configuration, you may need to purchase additional accessories and/or extension cables. See the table below for the required cable(s) for your configuration.

  • Page 10: Confirm The Connection

    Connecting the Dongle to the NMEA 0183 (1-2) Port on the ONIX Control Head screw nut AS GPS NMEA cable HELIX 1. Connect the dongle cable connector to the Communications (COM) port on the back of the control head. Connecting the Dongle to the COM Port on the HELIX Series Control Head COM port NOTE: The location of the Communications (COM) port will vary based on your...

  • Page 11: Test The Remote

    NOTE: If the remote hasn't been used for several seconds, the remote will enter power save mode. When the remote is in power save mode, the battery status icon will be removed from the Data Box View and the remote will be listed as disconnected. You can resume operation at any time by pressing any key on the remote.

  • Page 12: Install The Dongle On The Boat (Optional)

    Use the following instructions to install the dongle on your boat. Installing the dongle on the boat is optional and is only applicable to the remote with dongle (AS RC 1) accessory for control heads without Bluetooth technology. To skip this procedure, proceed to Getting Started.

  • Page 13: Install The Dongle

    2 | Install the Dongle Once you have determined the mounting location, perform the following procedures to install the dongle on your boat. 1. Set the dongle in place on the mounting surface. Mark the two mounting screw locations with a pencil, and set the dongle aside. 2.

  • Page 14: Connect Cables

    ABLES (R ONNECT EMOTE WITH ONGLE Refer to the section for your control head to perform the following procedures: • Connect the dongle to the control head • Connect a GPS Receiver to the dongle (optional, depending on your network configuration) WARNING! Turn off power for all related equipment before you start the installation.
  • Page 15 HELIX The dongle connects directly to the HELIX control head. HELIX Configuration 1. Connect the Dongle to the Control Head 1. Route the dongle cable to the control head. 2. Connect the dongle cable connector to the Communications (COM) port. 2.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    ETTING TARTED Proceed to the following sections to get started using the wireless remote. 1 | Power On 1. Press the POWER key to power on your control head. 2. Start Normal operation. 2 | Confirm Connection on the Control Head NOTE: If the remote hasn't been used for several seconds, the remote will enter power save mode.
  • Page 17 ONIX Use the following instructions to confirm wireless connection on the ONIX control head. 1. From the Home screen, select Settings. 2. Select Network > Network Info. 3. Confirm the dongle and wireless remote are listed under This Unit. Confirming Connection on ONIX confirm dongle and remote...
  • Page 18 HELIX Use the following instructions to confirm wireless connection on the HELIX control head. 1. Press the VIEW key until the Accessory Test View is displayed. NOTE: If the Accessory Test View is not displayed in the view rotation, confirm it is set to visible in the menu system.

  • Page 19: Wireless Remote Overview

    IRELESS EMOTE VERVIEW The wireless remote includes multiple keys that allow you to quickly Remote Keys perform various actions on the control head. For example, use the remote to mark waypoints, open menus, adjust settings, display views, etc. Some keys on the wireless remote include both a single press function and a press and hold function.

  • Page 20: Assign Key Functions On The Wireless Remote

    SSIGN UNCTIONS ON THE IRELESS EMOTE The customizable keys on the wireless remote can be programmed to perform various actions when different views are displayed on-screen (Sonar, Chart, Radar, etc.). Before proceeding, review the following information: • The available PLUS/MINUS and MENU key functions are listed under the submenu for each view in the Bluetooth tool (SOLIX), the Wireless Remote tool (ONIX), and the Wireless Remote Menu (HELIX).
  • Page 21 3. Under Wireless Remote, select a view. Tap, or press the ENTER key, to select. 4. Select a key (+/- Keys, Menu Key, Menu Key [Press and Hold]). 5. Select a key function. 6. Tap the Back icon, or press the EXIT key, to return to the previous menu. 7.
  • Page 22 ONIX On ONIX control heads, the wireless remote settings are located in the Wireless Remote tool. Opening the Wireless Remote Tool (ONIX) 1. Assign the PLUS/MINUS and MENU Key Functions 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Tap the Wireless Remote tool. Use the Joystick to select the Wireless Remote tool and press the ENTER key.
  • Page 23 Selecting a View and Key (ONIX) currently selected view Wireless Remote menu available views Options menu Assigning the Key Function (ONIX) currently selected key available functions selected view NOTE: See your control head operations manual for more information about the menu settings for Sonar, Chart, Radar, etc.
  • Page 24 2. Assign the MARK Key (Press and Hold) Function 1. Open the Wireless Remote tool. 2. Under Key Settings, select Options. Tap, or press the ENTER key, to select. 3. Select MARK (Press and Hold). 4. Select a key function. 5.
  • Page 25 2. Assign the MARK Key (Press and Hold) Function 1. Open the Wireless Remote Menu (Accessories Menu tab > Wireless Remote). 2. Select Options. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to open the submenu. 3. Select MARK (Press and Hold). Press the RIGHT Cursor key to open the submenu. 4.

  • Page 26: Additional Wireless Remote Features

    DDITIONAL IRELESS EMOTE EATURES Review the following sections for additional wireless remote features. Data Box View The Data Box View is a full screen display of data (or digital readout) boxes. Before proceeding, review the following information: • Data Box View (1) and Data Box View (2): There are two Data Box Views available; each one displays different data boxes.
  • Page 27 Data Box View (1) (ONIX) remote battery status icon Data Box View (1) (HELIX) remote battery status icon Additional Wireless Remote Features...
  • Page 28 Edit the Data Boxes in the Data Box View (SOLIX and ONIX only) SOLIX: Open the Bluetooth tool. ONIX: Open the Wireless Remote tool. SOLIX: Select Remote Options > Edit Data Box. ONIX: Select Options > Edit Data Box. 3. Select a data box to edit. Tap the box, or use the Joystick to select it and press the ENTER key.
  • Page 29 Selecting the Data Label (SOLIX) confirm close currently selected data box Opening the Edit Data Box Menu (ONIX) Options menu Additional Wireless Remote Features...
  • Page 30 Selecting the Data Type (ONIX) currently selected data box close data type menu currently selected data box Selecting the Data Label (ONIX) currently selected data box confirm close currently selected data box Additional Wireless Remote Features...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting Humminbird Customer Service, please read the following section. Taking the time to review these troubleshooting guidelines may allow you to solve a performance problem yourself, and therefore avoid sending your unit back for repair. Control Head Doesn’t Detect the Wireless Equipment A connected and functioning wireless dongle will automatically be detected by the control head.

  • Page 32: Statements And Acknowledgements

    Council of 27 January 2003 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc Model: AS RC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
  • Page 33 Statements and Acknowledgements...
  • Page 34 Humminbird products found to be defective and covered by this warranty will be repaired or replaced free of charge at Humminbird’s option and returned to the customer freight prepaid. Humminbird’s sole responsibility under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a product that has been deemed defective by Humminbird.
  • Page 35 We reserve the right to deem any product unserviceable when replacement parts are no longer available or impossible to obtain. This Service Policy is valid in the United States only. This applies only to Humminbird products returned to our factory in Eufaula, Alabama. This Service Policy is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 36 ONTACT UMMINBIRD Contact Humminbird Customer Service in any of the following ways: Web site: humminbird.com E-mail: service@humminbird.com Telephone: 1-800-633-1468 Direct Shipping: Humminbird Service Department 678 Humminbird Lane Eufaula, AL 36027 USA Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Central Standard Time) Social Media Resources: Facebook.com/HumminbirdElectronics...

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