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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Overview..................2 Keypad Transfer..............4 Keypad Functions..............3 Menu Button................. 4 "X" Button................3 Turning the VesselView Unit On or Off........4 Check Button................ 3 Restarting VesselView............... 4 Arrow Pad................4 Cleanliness and Care of Product..........4 Propulsion, Vessel, or Environment and Navigation Buttons Saving the Settings..............
  • Page 4 Offsets................65 System Information..............71 Alarms..................66 System Information Menu Options........71 Alarms Menu Options............66 Software Information............72 VesselView Warning Horn Strategy........ 66 Hardware Information............72 Active Alarms..............67 Maintenance................73 Fault Icons..............67 Maintenance Option............73 Viewing Active Alarms..........68 Maintenance Screens............
  • Page 5 Keypad Transfer ............. 4 Keypad Functions..............3 Menu Button ..............4 "X" Button ............... 3 Turning the VesselView Unit On or Off........4 Check Button ..............3 Restarting VesselView............4 Arrow Pad ............... 4 Cleanliness and Care of Product..........4 Propulsion, Vessel, or Environment and Navigation Saving the Settings..............

  • Page 6: Vesselview Specifications

    VesselView can be fully integrated with a vessel’s global positioning system (GPS) or other NMEA‑compatible device to provide up to the minute navigation, speed, and fuel‑to‑destination information. VesselView is equipped with a USB port that enables configuration settings to be saved to, or imported from, a USB memory stick.

  • Page 7: Keypad Functions

    The dash‑mounted multifunction VesselView keypad has an additional button that toggles the keypad control from one VesselView to the other. Two VesselViews must be installed for the keypad transfer to function.

  • Page 8: Arrow Pad

    Toggles between the main menu and the menu of the active category. Turning the VesselView Unit On or Off The VesselView unit automatically turns on when the key switch for any engine connected to the unit is turned to the "RUN" position.

  • Page 9: Saving The Settings

    When changing data in the options of a screen, the screen may state to press the check button to save the changes, but those changes are only saving to the current session. After a change is made to any VesselView screen, press the check button to save the changes made to the session or the "X"...
  • Page 10 Section 1 - Getting Started Notes: Page 6 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012...
  • Page 11 Section 2 - Setup and Calibration Section 2 - Setup and Calibration Table of Contents Setup Wizard Overview............8 Tank Calibration ............18 Setup Wizard................8 Method 1: Default ..........19 Import Configuration (Optional) ........9 Method 2: Manual ..........19 Engine Setup................

  • Page 12: Setup Wizard Overview

    The VesselView setup wizard guides you through the first steps of configuring the VesselView. The setup wizard begins when the VesselView unit is turned on for the first time or when a factory reset is performed. The VesselView setup wizard starts with the option to import a saved configuration from a USB memory stick.

  • Page 13: Import Configuration (Optional)

    IMPORTANT: The import configuration option is used to import configuration settings that were saved to a USB memory stick. The VesselView unit will recognize USB memory sticks of version 1.1 or 2.0 that is stated to be backwards compatible to version 1.1.

  • Page 14: Engine Setup

    "Diesel Inboard" IMPORTANT: If a "Diesel Inboard No Troll" is the identified, VesselView assumes the installed power package is a Zeus drive and will turn on the AutoPilot screens; Pilot, Joystick, Skyhook. All other drive types, the pilot screens must be turned on or off in the "Settings"...

  • Page 15: Display Setup

    "ENGINE TYPE" option, this could take several seconds. If an engine type does not appear, check that all engine ignition keys are in the "RUN" position and all VesselView units are properly connected.

  • Page 16: Device Setup

    IMPORTANT: Do not choose the same unique VesselView ID for multiple VesselView installations. If there is only one VesselView unit installed on the vessel, proceed to step 5; otherwise, press the check button to access the "UNIQUE VESSELVIEW ID" option.
  • Page 17 Section 2 - Setup and Calibration NOTE: Use "HELM ID 1" for single helm vessels. If a vessel has multiple VesselView units installed on different helms (up to four maximum) the "HELM ID" represents the helm location where each VesselView is installed (lowest to highest helm is recommended).
  • Page 18 13. Press the down arrow on the arrow pad to access the "CENTER TAB" window. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow pad to select the location name for the right, left, and center tabs. TABS MERCURY PROPULSION TYPE NUMBER OF TABS...
  • Page 19 Section 2 - Setup and Calibration 19. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow pad to highlight the "ACTUAL DOWN" option. 45140 20. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow pad to adjust the "ACTUAL DOWN" tab percentage to match the "CURRENT ACTUAL %."...

  • Page 20: Device Setup Complete

    29. When all the tabs have been calibrated, end the calibration process by selecting the "X" button. NOTE: After any change or customization to the VesselView configuration, a blue pop‑up message will appear as a reminder to save the session. It is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding the " X " button while keying all engines off.

  • Page 21: Calibration Menu Options

    Section 2 - Setup and Calibration Calibration Menu Options The "Calibrate" menu will allow you to setup your VesselView to your specific boat. The "Calibrate" menu items include the following: • "Tank" • "Tabs" • "Trim" • "Configuration" • "Factory Reset"...

  • Page 22: Tank Calibration

    VesselView offers two tank calibration methods. For linear shaped fuel tanks, choose "METHOD 1: DEFAULT." Using method 1, VesselView assumes the tank is uniformly shaped and that each quarter of the tank holds a quarter of its total capacity. For irregularly shaped fuel tanks, choose "METHOD 2: MANUAL."...

  • Page 23: Method 1: Default

    Section 2 - Setup and Calibration Method 1: Default On the "TANK CALIBRATION" screen, press the check button to choose the "DEFAULT" calibration method. VesselView displays a saving settings message. Repeat the tank calibration process for any additional tanks. Method 2: Manual On the "TANK CALIBRATION"...
  • Page 24 Section 2 - Setup and Calibration VesselView will display the saving settings message and return you to the beginning of "TANK CONFIG." Repeat the tank calibration process for any additional tanks. 27066 Empty tank Fill to 25% full Fill to 50% full...

  • Page 25: Tab Setup And Calibration

    Press the left or right arrow on the arrow pad to identify the propulsion type: "NONE," "MERCURY," "POD." NOTE: Calibration of the tabs is not required for Zeus power packages. "POD" must be selected for VesselView to display the tab screen.
  • Page 26 Press the down arrow on the arrow pad to access the "CENTER TAB" window. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow pad to select the location name for the right, left, and center tabs. TABS MERCURY PROPULSION TYPE NUMBER OF TABS...
  • Page 27 Section 2 - Setup and Calibration 14. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow pad to highlight the "ACTUAL DOWN" option. 45140 15. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow pad to adjust the "ACTUAL DOWN" tab percentage to match the "CURRENT ACTUAL %."...

  • Page 28: Calibrating Trim

    24. When all the tabs have been calibrated, end the calibration process by selecting the "X" button. NOTE: After any change or customization to the VesselView configuration, a blue pop‑up message will appear as a reminder to save the session. It is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding the " X " button while keying all engines off.

  • Page 29: Configuration

    VesselView will display the saving settings screen and restart. NOTE: After any change or customization to the VesselView configuration, a blue pop‑up message will appear as a reminder to save the session. It is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding the " X " button while keying all engines off.

  • Page 30: Factory Reset

    Section 2 - Setup and Calibration A vessel configuration is used to assign the VesselView its location on the vessel. It also allows you to select the number of engines on the vessel and where the engine data should be displayed. To begin vessel configuration, press the menu button until the "Main"...

  • Page 31: Save Configuration

    YOU SURE YOU WANT TO RESET SENSOR DETECTION?" Press the check button to continue, or the "X" button to go back. By pressing the check button, the VesselView will reset and restart. You will not go through the setup wizard and will be directed to the engine status screen.
  • Page 32 UNITS/APP PREF 27230 Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port on the back of the VesselView. Refer to Setup Wizard—Import Configuration (Optional) for an illustration showing the USB port. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the USB memory stick until the export process is complete.

  • Page 33: Load Configuration

    The "LOAD CONFIGURATION" menu imports the configuration settings saved to a USB memory stick from another VesselView unit. To "Load Configs," press the menu button until the "Main" menu appears, then use the down arrow button to select the "Calibrate" menu. Press the check button to open the "Calibrate" menu, then use the down arrow to select "Load Configs."...
  • Page 34 TO IMPORT CONFIGURATION, INSERT MEMORY STICK AND WAIT FOR INSTRUCTIONS . MEMORY STICK READY TO IMPORT 27309 Press the check button to save the selected configurations. The VesselView will restart and finish loading the configuration. Page 30 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012...
  • Page 35 Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Table of Contents Identifying and Using Screen Categories......32 Calibrate ............... 40 Available VesselView Display Screens ....... 32 Settings ................. 42 MerCruiser Display Screens ......... 33 Alarms ................45 Outboard and Jet Drive Display Screens ..... 34 System Info ..............

  • Page 36: Identifying And Using Screen Categories

    Available VesselView Display Screens The following charts show the available screens for MerCruiser, Mercury Diesel, Outboard, and Jet Drive engines. The default screens are identified with an "X." Depending on the power package and the installed sensors, the display screens without an "X"...

  • Page 37: Mercruiser Display Screens

    Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation MerCruiser Display Screens Diesel Diesel Screen Diesel Diesel Menu Screen Sterndrive Inboard Sterndrive Inboard Category Sterndrive Inboard Sterndrive Inboard No Troll No Troll No Troll No Troll Engine Status Performance and Fuel Steering Position Peak Performance...

  • Page 38: Outboard And Jet Drive Display Screens

    Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Outboard and Jet Drive Display Screens 2‑Stroke Gas 4‑Stroke Gas Screen Category Menu Screen Gas Jet Drive Gas Verado Outboard Outboard Engine Status Performance and Fuel Peak Performance Trim Propulsion Menu option (Verado only) Boost Troll Control Option (DTS only)

  • Page 39: Vesselview Display Screens

    STARBOARD ENGINE Scheduled Maintenance General Maintenance 50414 VesselView Display Screens NOTE: The screens listed in the following charts may vary depending on engine type and number of engines. Refer to Available VesselView Display Screens Propulsion Screen Display Description Screen Name...
  • Page 40 Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Screen Display Description Screen Name Displays engine RPM and speed, along with the peak RPM Peak Performance and speed. 27212 Displays engine RPM, speed, gallons per hour, and trim level. Trim 27213 Displays engine RPM, speed, gallons per hour, and the position of the tabs (Zeus and inboard applications only).
  • Page 41 27119 Allows the operator to control the speed of acceleration from idle to set cruise speed on a DTS engine (not available on all Smart Tow versions of VesselView). 27216 Displays engine RPM with transmission gear temperature and Transmission pressure.

  • Page 42: Vessel

    Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Vessel Screen Display Description Screen Name Displays fuel tank levels with total fuel remaining. Vessel Status 27114 Displays all tank levels and location. Tank Status 27113 Displays a group of various generator data. NOTE: The generator must be capable of SmartCraft protocol Generator language for this display to function.

  • Page 43: Environment And Navigation

    Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Environment and Navigation Screen Display Description Screen Name Displays water depth, speed through the available sensor, water temperature. Also allows the operator to change the depth alarm Depth limits. 27218 Displays total trip time, average speed, distance, and fuel usage Trip Log data.

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    General Maintenance displayed. Your owner's manual maintenance schedule should be followed regardless of what the gauge displays. 50413 VesselView Setup Screens Calibrate Menu Option Description Screen Configures each tank by type, size, and location.
  • Page 45 Trim 27222 Assigns VesselView location, number of engines, and the data Configuration display location. 27125 Resets all VesselView settings to factory default. Can also reset Factory Reset just the engine sensor detection to factory default. 34385 SAVE CONFIGURATION EXPORT TANK CONFIG...

  • Page 46: Settings

    Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Menu Option Description Screen LOAD CONFIGURATION IMPORT TANK CONFIG IMPORT TRIM CONFIG Loads configuration data through a memory stick. Load Configs IMPORT STEERING IMPORT DEPTH CONFIGS IMPORT UNITS/APP PREF 27234 Settings Menu Option Description Screen Screen Options >...
  • Page 47 Trim Settings TRIM DELTA % filter. 37067 TABS MERCURY PROPULSION TYPE NUMBER OF TABS Changes the number of tabs available and changes the type Tab Settings and location of the tab.
  • Page 48 Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Menu Option Description Screen BOAT SPEED SOURCE STRATEGY Sets the type of speed source as GPS or pitot sensor PITOT SENSOR 100 PSI ("STRATEGY"), adjust the pitot sensor type (pressure), Boat Speed 1.00 PITOT MULT adjust the pitot multiplier, paddle frequency, and transition speed.

  • Page 49: Alarms

    Checking Status Using the Status Bar VesselView displays important information in the status bar at the top of each screen. The status bar displays up to four different icons and messages. Notices of conditions that may need attention (such as warnings, fuel level alerts, and faults) appear as an icon on the left side of the status bar.

  • Page 50: Fault Icons

    Fault Icons VesselView displays fault icons to alert the operator of any faults or warnings with an icon on the left side of the status bar. A description of the fault or warning will appear over the other status bar options. When all systems are operating normally, a green icon with the word "OK"...

  • Page 51: Fuel Alarms

    Fuel Alarms IMPORTANT: A fuel fault alarm will only occur if all the fuel tanks connected to VesselView are low with fuel. If only one fuel tank is low, the system will not identify a fault. The system looks at all tanks defined as fuel and adds them all together into a single sum.

  • Page 52: Using The Menu Panel

    Fuel Low Level Icon—This icon will appear when the "FUEL LOW LEVEL" percentage of remaining fuel is reached. By default, VesselView has the low level percentage set to 25%. This percentage can be adjusted in the "WARNINGS" screen. The menu path is: "Main" > "Settings" > "Warnings." Refer to Section 4 ‑ Warnings.
  • Page 53 Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation To see the available vessel screens, press the vessel button and then the menu button. The "Vessel" menu panel appears. Vessel Vessel Status Tank Status Steer Position Generator 34569 Vessel menu panel To see the available environment and navigation screens, press the environment and navigation button and then the menu button.

  • Page 54: Navigating Through The Screens

    To see the available main screens, with the menu panel open in any of the categories, press the menu button. The "Main" menu panel appears. When the menu button is pressed again VesselView toggles back to the category menu. Main menu panel "Calibrate"...

  • Page 55: Alarms And Faults

    Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation The control icon appears in the upper left corner of any screen that includes a pop‑up window for access to controls and screen functions. The control icon disappears about 3 seconds after each screen is loaded. To open a pop‑up window from one of these screens, press the check button.
  • Page 56 Section 3 - Screen Overview and Operation Notes: Page 52 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012...
  • Page 57 Tabs Menu ..............54 Alarms.................. 66 Trim Menu ..............54 Alarms Menu Options............ 66 Configuration Menu ............54 VesselView Warning Horn Strategy....... 66 Factory Reset Menu ............. 55 Active Alarms..............67 Save Configs Menu ............55 Fault Icons ............. 67 Load Configs Menu ............

  • Page 58: Favorites

    The "Configuration" calibration menu provides options to assign the VesselView a helm location and a unique device identification number when more than one VesselView is used. It is also used to define the number of engines and select where the engine data should be displayed on the VesselView screen.

  • Page 59: Factory Reset Menu

    Factory Reset Menu The "Factory Reset" menu is used to reset all VesselView settings to the factory default, or to perform a sensor detection. When the VesselView is first configured during the setup wizard, the system will automatically detect sensors that are present and ignores sensor inputs that have no sensors attached.

  • Page 60: Status Bar Options

    Once you have selected the status bar display data, press the check button to save the session. NOTE: After any change or customization to the VesselView configuration, a blue pop‑up message will appear as a reminder to save the session. It is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding the " X " button while keying all engines off.

  • Page 61: Pages On/Off Options

    Pages On/Off Options VesselView enables a user to specify what screens in each of the three categories they want to have quick access to. Each category; "Propulsion," "Vessel," or "Environment," has a variety of default screen layouts with different information on each.

  • Page 62: Page/Screen Favorites

    Page/Screen Favorites VesselView also enables a user to specify what screens in each of the three categories they want to have as favorites. Each page selected as a favorite will have a heart shape icon. Each page selected as a favorite will flash on the screen for a specific amount of time and will also be available when changing to the "Propulsion,"...

  • Page 63: Tab Settings

    The menu path is: "Main" > "Settings" > "Screen Options" > "Tab Settings." "MERCURY" or "POD" must be selected for VesselView to display the tabs. If the power package is Zeus, adjustment of the tabs is not required. If the power package originally has tabs installed, the tabs have been configured during the device setup.

  • Page 64: Sensor Options

    Section 4 - Main Menu Sensor Options On some power packages, sensors can be turned off or on. The menu path is: "Main," > "Settings," > "Screen Options," > "Engine Status," > "SENSOR OPTIONS." 47883 Autopilot Config The "AUTOPILOT CONFIG" must be edited to turn the autopilot screens on. The menu path is: "Main" > "Settings" > "Screen Options"...

  • Page 65: Clock/Light

    Once you have selected the preferred clock settings, press the check button to save the session. NOTE: After any change or customization to the VesselView configuration, a blue pop‑up message will appear as a reminder to save the session. It is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding the " X " button while keying all engines off.

  • Page 66: Boat Speed

    Frequency can be changed to match the requirements of different sensors. The frequency of the paddle wheel speed sensor provided by Mercury Marine is 4.9 Hz per mile or 5.7 HZ per knot. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow pad to decrease or increase the frequency.

  • Page 67: Warnings

    Press the down arrow on the arrow pad to proceed to the "TRANSITION SPD" option. 10. Transition speed is the boat speed at which VesselView stops looking at the paddle wheel and starts looking at the pitot when equipped. The default setting is 25.0 MPH and can be set as low as 3.1 MPH. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow pad to decrease or increase the transition speed.

  • Page 68: Units

    11. Once you have finished selecting your units of measure, press the check button to save the session. NOTE: After any change or customization to the VesselView configuration, a blue pop‑up message will appear as a reminder to save the session. It is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding the " X " button while keying all engines off.

  • Page 69: Offsets

    Once you have finished selecting your units of measure, press the check button to save the session. NOTE: After any change or customization to the VesselView configuration, a blue pop‑up message will appear as a reminder to save the session. It is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding the " X " button while keying all engines off.

  • Page 70: Alarms

    NOTE: The warning horn strategy of the VesselView may not be the same horn strategy as the engine. If the warning horn is turned on in the "Warnings" menu and you are experiencing a VesselView alarm, press the "X" button, or check button, to acknowledge the fault and turn off the audible alarm.

  • Page 71: Active Alarms

    Active Alarms The fault or warning will appear in the status bar. VesselView alerts the operator of any faults or warnings with an icon on the left side of the status bar. A description of the fault or warning will appear over the other status bar options. If all systems are operating normally, a green icon with the word "OK"...

  • Page 72: Viewing Active Alarms

    Section 4 - Main Menu Icon or Message Icon Description Warning Description Fuel Level Critical White fuel pump on a red (A warning horn will begin and the warning pop‑up will appear to background inside a black acknowledge the critical fuel level. The audible alarm and the circle.

  • Page 73: Viewing Alarm Details

    Section 4 - Main Menu • Press the check button to open the "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen. Engine identification Arrow cursor Fault short text Fault icon STBD STBD STBD STBD 34517 The "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen will display alarms for up to four engines. All alarms will be listed and numbered. Each numbered alarm will list which engine is activating the fault.

  • Page 74: Alarm History

    Section 4 - Main Menu Refer to your vessel engine manual for a complete list of faults. Alarm History The "ALARM HISTORY" screen will display alarm history for up to four engines. The menu path is: "Main" > "Alarms" > "Alarm History."...

  • Page 75: System Information

    To exit the alarm screens, press the "X" button. System Information System Information Menu Options The "System Info" menu enables you to identify your VesselView software version and hardware serial number. The "System Info" menu items include the following: Main...

  • Page 76: Software Information

    The "HARDWARE INFORMATION" screen provides the VesselView hardware build, serial numbers, and the necessary information protocol (IP) addresses in order to establish connectivity to other VesselView units. The menu path is: "Main" > "System Info" > "Hardware Info." Press the check button to open the "HARDWARE INFORMATION" screen.

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    Section 4 - Main Menu Maintenance Maintenance Option Some 4‑Stroke power package models have the ability to estimate the amount of run time the engine accumulated since the last scheduled maintenance. Normal scheduled maintenance for the engine is 100 hours. The maintenance screen will show an icon in the shape of a wrench and a bar graph approximating the amount of time remaining before a scheduled maintenance is required.

  • Page 78: Maintenance Reset

    Section 4 - Main Menu Maintenance Reset After the maintenance has been performed, the maintenance schedule must be reset. Press the check button to open the maintenance screen. Press the check button again to initiate the reset. A screen will pop‑up stating "Has scheduled maintenance been performed?"...
  • Page 79 Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Table of Contents Using Propulsion Screens ........... 76 Using Troll Control............81 Available Propulsion Screens........76 Setting Troll Control ..........81 Viewing Engine Status........... 76 Viewing Demand and Load (Diesel only)....... 82 Viewing Performance and Fuel........

  • Page 80: Using Propulsion Screens

    Using Propulsion Screens Available Propulsion Screens IMPORTANT: The available VesselView menu items and options are dependent on the engine type, and if screens have been manually turned on or off. The propulsion screens display information about boat propulsion systems such as fuel, speed, and trim. Screens available from the propulsion menu vary according to the engine type, but may include the following: •...

  • Page 81: Viewing Performance And Fuel

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Viewing Performance and Fuel The performance and fuel screen shows basic operating information for up to four engines. The fourth engine allows for an additional fuel tank display. Port engine RPM Starboard engine RPM Boat speed Estimated range Total fuel used Fuel tank status...

  • Page 82: Viewing Peak Performance

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Viewing Peak Performance The peak performance screen shows current speed and RPM, as well as the highest speed and associated engine RPM recorded since the last reset. Actual engine RPM Actual boat speed Peak engine RPM Peak boat speed 27241 •...

  • Page 83: Viewing Trim Position

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu NOTE: Zeus and Axius drive applications show the steering angle needle from the drive with the most angle. 23.5 Depth Vessel speed Steering angle 22.9 STEERING ANGLE DEPTH 10.4 SPEED 45176 NOTE: To invert the steering position, use the "INVERT STEERING" option on the "Preferences" screen in the "Settings" menu.

  • Page 84: Viewing Tab Position (Diesel Only)

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Viewing Tab Position (Diesel Only) The tab screen displays the engines RPM, fuel consumption per hour, speed, and the position of the tabs. Engine RPM Fuel flow rate Speed Current tab position 34267 34330 • RPM is displayed for up to three gas engines or two diesel engines.

  • Page 85: Using Troll Control

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Using Troll Control The "TROLL CONTROL" screen allows you to maintain trolling speed without using the throttle. Minimum and maximum trolling speeds depend on your engine type. Troll control is automatically cancelled if you move the throttle or shift into neutral gear. To use troll control, the engine must be in gear and at idle.

  • Page 86: Viewing Demand And Load (Diesel Only)

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu To activate the troll control, press the left or right arrow button and the engine will troll at the displayed speed. The display screen below RPM will change from "AVAILABLE" to "TROLLING." TROLLING TROLLING STBD : Engaged 27743 Use the left and right arrow buttons to adjust speed up or down.

  • Page 87: Viewing Intake Data (Diesel Only)

    Cruise control status displays whether cruise control is "ENABLED" or "OFF." Setting the Cruise Control NOTE: If the VesselView is equipped with Smart Tow and it is enabled, you will not have the "CRUISE CONTROL" menu. IMPORTANT: Do not leave the helm while using cruise control.

  • Page 88: Using Smart Tow

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Press the check button to exit the edit mode. Move the remote control handle to the WOT position to reach the RPM set point. NOTE: While cruise control is enabled, adjust the RPM set point using the arrow pad; or by pressing the check button to activate the RPM set point box and adjusting the RPM set point with the left and right arrow buttons.

  • Page 89: Setting Smart Tow Launch Control

    Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Press the check button to exit the edit mode. Move the remote control handle to the WOT position to reach the RPM set point. Setting Smart Tow Launch Control IMPORTANT: Do not leave the helm while using Smart Tow launch control. From the "SMART TOW"...
  • Page 90 Section 5 - Propulsion Menu Notes: Page 86 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012...
  • Page 91 Section 6 - Vessel Menu Section 6 - Vessel Menu Table of Contents Using Vessel Screens............88 Viewing Steering Position (MerCruiser Only) ....90 Checking Vessel Status ..........88 Viewing Generator Data ..........90 Checking Tank Status ..........89 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012 Page 87...

  • Page 92: Using Vessel Screens

    VesselView will not show tab information for a vessel without tabs. Different engine types (sterndrive versus an outboard) will have different screens. Refer to Section 3 ‑ Available VesselView Display Screens for a list of the engine types and their associated screens.

  • Page 93: Checking Tank Status

    Section 6 - Vessel Menu Checking Tank Status The "TANK STATUS" screen displays the contents and level of each tank, up to two tanks for each engine. Refer to Section 2 ‑ Setup and Calibration to configure the tanks displayed on this screen. Port 1 (P1);...

  • Page 94: Viewing Steering Position (Mercruiser Only)

    SmartCraft sensors. Viewing Generator Data VesselView displays operating information for your SmartCraft‑enabled Onan or Kohler generator on the "GENERATOR" screen. NOTE: The generator must be capable of SmartCraft protocol language for this display to function. If the generator is not SmartCraft supported, you can turn the generator display off .
  • Page 95 Section 6 - Vessel Menu • Battery voltage and engine oil temperature are displayed with both Onan and Kohler generators. • Oil pressure is available with Onan generators only. 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012 Page 91...
  • Page 96 Section 6 - Vessel Menu Notes: Page 92 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012...
  • Page 97 Waypoint Sequence ..........99 Viewing Trip Log Information......... 96 Skyhook Station Keeping ........101 Resetting Trip Log Amounts ........96 VesselView Skyhook Screens ......103 Viewing Fuel to Waypoint Data........97 Joystick Screen ........... 104 Viewing Navigation Data..........97 90-8M0070299...

  • Page 98: Using Environment And Navigation Screens

    IMPORTANT: The screens listed in the "Env/Nav" menu are determined by the vessel setup and other components connected to the VesselView unit. For example, VesselView will not display fuel to waypoint data if the GPS source attached to VesselView does not have chartplotter capabilities.

  • Page 99: Setting Depth Alerts

    –40°. Setting Depth Alerts NOTE: Any active alarms are available for review by pressing the brightness and alarm button. From the "DEPTH" screen, press the check button. VesselView displays the depth alerts dialog box. Alarm type Shallow alarm depth...

  • Page 100: Viewing Trip Log Information

    Engine run time 27280 • Trip time is the amount of time the VesselView has been operated since the last reset. • Fuel economy displays the average fuel use since the last reset. By default, this is calculated in miles per gallon.

  • Page 101: Viewing Fuel To Waypoint Data

    Section 7 - Environment and Navigation Menu Viewing Fuel to Waypoint Data The "FUEL TO WAYPOINT" screen displays dynamic travel information with a GPS unit connected. The range to waypoint will show the estimated distance the engines will run at the current speed with the fuel available. If the distance to waypoint is less than the range to waypoint, the range distance will be green.

  • Page 102: Viewing Autopilot Data (Zeus And Axius Only)

    Autopilot is a drive integrated system that utilizes a GPS receiver, a customer‑supplied NMEA 0183 compatible chart plotter, an inertial measurement unit (IMU), the electronic helm in combination with the VesselView, joystick control, and the Precision Pilot or Axius trackpad. Refer to your power package owner's manual for a complete understanding of the Autopilot features and operation.

  • Page 103: Track To Waypoint

    • On the right side of the screen, the "OFF" icon indicates the autopilot is not engaged. 45200 Standby screen on VesselView Track to Waypoint WARNING In some Precision Pilot modes—"Auto Heading," "Track Waypoint," and "Waypoint Sequence"—the boat navigates a preset course.
  • Page 104 "WAYPOINT SEQUENCING" icon light blinks at the arrival zone. 34348 VesselView displays a pop‑up screen advising the operator to acknowledge the waypoint arrival. The operator must determine if it is safe to turn the boat.

  • Page 105: Skyhook Station Keeping

    Section 7 - Environment and Navigation Menu Press the "WAYPOINT SEQUENCE" button to acknowledge that it is safe to automatically turn the boat and maneuver to the new course. If the waypoint is not acknowledged, the boat continues on its current heading. If you are not in a set waypoint arrival zone, the waypoint sequencing mode starts auto sequencing to the waypoints in the route.
  • Page 106 Section 7 - Environment and Navigation Menu • Watch for approaching vessels and disengage Skyhook if any vessel is on an intercept course Skyhook system response will change with wind and current conditions. Familiarize yourself with how best to position your vessel regarding the speed and direction of wind and current.

  • Page 107: Vesselview Skyhook Screens

    Section 7 - Environment and Navigation Menu VesselView Skyhook Screens • A warning will be displayed on the VesselView screen prior to Skyhook engagement. 34354 • A single beep will be heard when engaging Skyhook mode. The display shows the drive location as different colors: red for port, black for center, and green for starboard.

  • Page 108: Joystick Screen

    Section 7 - Environment and Navigation Menu WARNING When the Skyhook is engaged, the boat stays in a preset position; however, Skyhook can disengage unexpectedly. When Skyhook disengages, the boat does not hold the preset position and may drift, causing the potential of damage or personal injury.
  • Page 109 Section 8 - Glossary of Terms Section 8 - Glossary of Terms Table of Contents VesselView Systems Terminology........106 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012 Page 105...
  • Page 110 Difference between fuel pressure and manifold absolute pressure DELTA PRESSURE TPI %/TPS %; on DTS models this is ERC demand % DEMAND % Number to identify a VesselView at a station DEVICE ID Distance to waypoint DIST WPT Digital Throttle and Shift...
  • Page 111 Global Positioning System Engine Guardian Strategy is active causing a forced reduction in available power GUARDIAN Cylinder head temperature (F or C) HEAD TMP Number to identify the station the VesselView is being installed on HELM ID Imperial gallons Joystick Kilometers...
  • Page 112 SPEED OVER GROUND Starboard STBD Standby STBY Starboard center STBDCNTR Temperature TEMP GPS mode engaged TRACK Trim sender data TRIM Memory device used to save and load VesselView configuration data USB MEMORY STICK Wide‑open throttle Page 108 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012...
  • Page 113 Section 9 - Customer Assistance Information Section 9 - Customer Assistance Information Table of Contents Product Repair and Service..........110 Service Assistance............. 110 Service Away from Home........... 110 Mercury Marine Service Offices......... 110 Parts and Accessories Inquiries......... 110 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012 Page 109...
  • Page 114 If you are away from your local dealer and the need arises for service, contact the nearest authorized dealer. Refer to the Yellow Pages of the telephone directory. If, for any reason, you cannot obtain service, contact the nearest Mercury Marine Service Office.
  • Page 115 Telephone 072‑233‑8888 Kisaka Co., Ltd. 4-130 Kannabecho Sakai-shi Sakai-ku 5900984 Osaka, 072‑233‑8833 Japan Asia, Singapore Telephone (65) 65466160 Brunswick Asia Pacific Group T/A Mercury Marine Singapore Pte Ltd 29 Loyang Drive (65) 65467789 Singapore, 508944 90-8M0070299 MAY 2012 Page 111...

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