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- Page 1 PiranhaMAX™ 197c & 197c DI PiranhaMAX™ 197c & 197c DI Installation and Operations Manual Installation and Operations Manual 532274-1_A...
- Page 2 Thank You! Thank you for choosing Humminbird®, the #1 name in marine electronics. Humminbird has built its reputation by designing and manufacturing top-quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your Humminbird is designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. In the unlikely event that your Humminbird does require repairs, we offer an exclusive Service Policy.
- Page 3 ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Products sold in the U.S. are not intended for use in the international market. Humminbird international units provide international features and are designed to meet country and regional regulations.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Installation Overview Fixed Control Head Installation Determine Where to Mount ......... 2 Connect the Power Cable to the Boat . - Page 5 Table of Contents Moving the Portable Fishfinder PiranhaMAX Sonar Technology Dual Beam Sonar..........38 Down Imaging Sonar.
- Page 6 ........59 (Sonar View only) Maintenance Troubleshooting PiranhaMAX 197c Specifications PiranhaMAX 197c DI Specifications Contacting Humminbird...
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Page 7: Installation Overview
Installation Overview Before you start installation, we encourage you to read these instructions carefully in order to get the full benefit from your PiranhaMAX. There are three basic installation tasks that you must perform for the PiranhaMAX: • Installing the Control Head (fixed mount or portable mount) •... -
Page 8: Fixed Control Head Installation
Fixed Control Head Installation 1. Determine Where to Mount It is important to review the following points when determining where to mount the control head: • Cables: Test run the cables for the power and transducer. See Transom Transducer Installation to plan the location of the transducer and cable route. - Page 9 NOTE: Humminbird is not responsible for over-voltage or over-current failures. The control head must have adequate protection through the proper selection and installation of a 1 amp fuse. 1a. If a fuse terminal is available, use crimp-on type electrical connectors (not included) that match the terminal on the fuse panel.
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Page 10: Assemble The Control Head Base
3. Assemble the Control Head Base Your control head base will have a tilt and swivel mount. See the instructions below to assemble and mount the control head base. Tilt and Swivel Mount Assemble the Tilt and Swivel Mount Control Head Base Assembly 1. -
Page 11: Route The Control Head Cables Under The Deck
4. Route the Control Head Cables Under the Deck Use the following steps to route the control head cables under the deck. NOTE: Under the deck cable routing is not always possible. If this is not an option, the cables should be routed and secured above deck. NOTE: See Transom Transducer Installation to plan the location of the transducer and cable route. -
Page 12: Attach The Control Head To The Base
5. Attach the Control Head to the Base Follow these steps to attach the control head to the already-assembled base: NOTE: The transducer cable and power cable should be routed prior to securing the mounting bracket to the deck. 1. Apply marine-grade silicone sealant to the drilled holes for the mounting bracket. -
Page 13: Attach The Cables To The Control Head
5. Align the pivot knuckle with the mount base arms and slide it into place, twisting slightly if necessary, until the unit is firmly seated. 6. Rotate the control head to the preferred angle and hand tighten the thumbknob bolt. 7. -
Page 14: Transom Transducer Installation Overview
NOTE: If you cannot find a transom mount location that will work for your boat hull, a different mounting technique or transducer type should be considered. See the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section of our Web site at humminbird.com or call Humminbird Customer Service at 1-800-633-1468. -
Page 15: Transom Transducer Installation
Transom Transducer Installation 1. Locate the Transducer Mounting Position Turbulence: You must first determine the best location on the transom to install the transducer. It is very important to locate the transducer in an area that is relatively free of turbulent water. Consider the following to find the best location with the least amount of turbulence: •... -
Page 16: Prepare The Mounting Location
NOTE: If you cannot find a transom mount location that will work for your high-speed application, please visit the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section of our Web site at humminbird.com or call Humminbird Customer Service at 1-800-633-1468. 2. Prepare the Mounting Location After determining the mounting location for the transducer, follow the steps below to position and mount the transducer bracket. - Page 17 1. Make sure that the boat is level on the trailer, both Positioning the Mounting Bracket from port to starboard and from bow to stern, by Level placing your level on the deck of the boat, first in one direction, then in the other. 2.
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Page 18: Assemble And Mount The Transducer
4. Make sure that the drill bit is perpendicular to the actual surface of the transom, NOT parallel to the ground, before you drill. Using a 5/32" (4 mm) bit, drill the two holes only to a depth of approximately 1" (25 mm). - Page 19 2. Place the two ratchets, one on either side of Measuring the Transom Angle the transducer knuckle, so that the beads on each ratchet line up with the desired position number on the knuckle (Figure 18a). If you are setting the ratchets at position 1, the beads Plumb Line on each ratchet will line up with the rib on the...
- Page 20 3. Put the pivot bolt through the assembly to hold it in position and loosely install the nut, but do NOT tighten the nut at this time (Figure 19). CAUTION! Do not use a high speed driver on this combination of fasteners. Hand tighten only.
- Page 21 5. Adjust the initial angle of the transducer from back to front by rotating the transducer until the side seam on the transducer is almost parallel with the bottom of the boat, one click at a time in either direction (Figure 21 and 22).
- Page 22 6. Adjust the transducer assembly vertically, Adjusting the Transducer Mounting Position until the seam on the leading edge of the transducer (the edge closest to the transom of the boat) is level and just slightly below the hull (Figure 23). NOTE: The XNT 9 28 T (Dual Beam transducer) has a natural downward slant of 4 to 5 degrees from leading edge (closest to the boat transom) to trailing edge (farthest away from the...
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Page 23: Route The Cable
If the cable is too short, extension cables are available to extend the transducer cable up to a total of 50'. For assistance, contact Humminbird Customer Service at humminbird.com or call 1-800-633-1468 for more information. - Page 24 3. Place the escutcheon plate over the cable Routing the Cable hole and use it as a guide to mark the two escutcheon plate mounting holes. Remove the plate, drill two 9/64" diameter x 5/8" deep (3.5 mm diameter x 16 mm deep) holes, and then fill both holes with marine-grade silicone sealant.
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Page 25: Test And Finish The Installation
5. Test and Finish the Installation Once you have installed both the control head and the transom transducer, and have routed all the cables, you must perform a final test before locking the transducer in place. Testing should be performed with the boat in the water. 1. - Page 26 If you do change the transducer position, re-trace the position of the mounting bracket before proceeding. NOTE: It is often necessary to make several incremental transducer adjustments before optimum high speed performance is achieved. Due to the wide variety of boat hulls, however, it is not always possible to obtain high speed depth readings.
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Page 27: Portable Case Assembly
Portable Case Assembly It is important to perform the PiranhaMAX portable case assembly tasks in order, referring to the step-by-step procedures that represent the following main assembly tasks: • Assembling the PiranhaMAX mount • Assembling the base and handle • Assembling the control head to the base and handle •... -
Page 28: Assemble The Control Head Base
1. Assemble the Control Head Base Your control head base will have a tilt and swivel mount. See the instructions below to assemble and mount the control head base. Tilt and Swivel Mount Assemble the Tilt and Swivel Mount Control Head Base Assembly 1. -
Page 29: Assemble The Base And Handle
2. Assemble the Base and Handle In this procedure, you will install the PiranhaMAX mount and handle to the base of the portable case. 1. Turn the base upside down. Punch Punching Holes out the mounting holes labeled “C” with a hammer and a screwdriver (or an awl) as shown in the illustration Punching Holes. -
Page 30: Attach The Control Head To The Base And Handle
4. Install the handle onto the base, so that the curved part of the handle faces towards the back of the base, towards the battery well. Use the four included #8-32 x 7/16" (11 mm) screws, two on each side, to attach the handle to the base (see the illustrations Installing the Handle onto the Base and Sliding in the Handle). -
Page 31: Route The Cables
Attaching the Control Head to the Base and Handle Pivot Knuckle Gimbal Thumbknob Knob Bolt Gimbal Knob Rear View Front View Figure 32 4. Route the Cables In this procedure, you will route the power Attaching the Battery Tie-Down Straps and transducer jumper cables on the underside of the base, and attach the tie- down straps that will be used to secure... - Page 32 2. Route the power cable from the mount Pulling the Cables Through the Base DOWN through the center hole of the base. Route the transducer jump cable UP through the base and mount. (Figure 34) 3. Connect the cables to the control head. The slots for the plugs are keyed to prevent reverse installation, and insertion should be easy.
- Page 33 6. Fit the transducer jumper cable connector down into the jumper cable well and snap it into place. Insert the two #6-32 x 1/4" (6 mm) screws included to secure the transducer jumper connector and tighten it using a Phillips screwdriver. Hand tighten only! 7.
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Page 34: Assemble The Portable Case
8 continuous hours but may vary depending on your configuration. NOTE: Some international models may not include a battery or battery charger. WARNING! Do NOT use the Humminbird charger with other manufacturers’ batteries. The Humminbird charger is only compatible with Humminbird batteries. Portable Case Assembly... - Page 35 2. Open the bottom back zipper on the portable case, and install the battery in the battery well. While holding the tie-down straps out of the way, make sure the power cable is fitted snugly into the slot in the well so the battery does not rest on it (see the illustration Installing the Battery).
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Page 36: Assemble The Transducer Mounting Bracket
7. Assemble the Transducer Mounting Bracket In this procedure you will assemble the portable transducer mounting bracket. 1. Line up the two ratchet pieces at position 1 so that the beads are aligned with the rib on the transducer. See the illustrations. Transducer Knuckle Positions Ratchets Placed in Position 1 Beads... -
Page 37: Stow The Portable Transducer And Battery Charger Into The Portable Case
Assembling the Portable Bracket (XNT 9 DI T) Suction Cup Portable Transducer Assembly Phillips Head Screw Washer Bolt Wing Nut Ratchet Figure 41 NOTE: If you are unable to ratchet the transducer so Ratchets Placed in Position 2 that it rests below the water and points straight Bead down, you can disassemble it and align the beads with a different number until you reach a position... -
Page 38: Installing The Portable Case On The Boat
Installing the Portable Case on the Boat Since the portable case has a large non-skid mounting surface, it may be attached to almost any surface. In this section, you will route the cables on the boat, connect the transducer and power cables to the portable case, and attach the portable case to a dry and convenient location on your boat. -
Page 39: Attach The Portable Case To The Boat
(not provided) through the D-rings on either side of the portable case. NOTE: Humminbird recommends that you do NOT position the portable case on the bottom of the boat, or in a location where it can be splashed or immersed in water, as the portable case is water resistant, but not waterproof. -
Page 40: Mounting The Portable Transducer
Mounting the transducer to the boat is a simple yet important operation. A poor mounting location will affect the overall performance of the Humminbird unit, so follow the mounting instructions carefully. It is important that the mounting position allows the transducer to rest beneath the surface of the water, pointing straight down. - Page 41 1. Mount the transducer so that it points straight down and so that the transducer itself is submerged in the water (see the illustration Portable Transducer Mount). Portable Transducer Mount Transducer Running Angle Figure 44 2. Adjust the running angle so that the transducer is parallel to and below the surface of the water (see the illustration Transducer Running Angle).
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Page 42: Moving The Portable Fishfinder
Moving the Portable Fishfinder You should take the portable case with you when you leave the boat and will not be using it. Perform the following steps to make your unit mobile: 1. With the boat engine off, loosen all cable retainers/clips holding the transducer. -
Page 43: Piranhamax Sonar Technology
PiranhaMAX Sonar Technology The PiranhaMAX automatically determines depth and makes adjustments to keep the bottom and fish visible on the display. The PiranhaMAX uses sonar technology to send sound waves from the transducer into the water. The returned “echoes” are plotted on the display and represent something that was detected by a sonar return at a particular time. -
Page 44: Dual Beam Sonar
Dual Beam Sonar The PiranhaMAX 197c and 197c DI use a 200/455 kHz dual beam sonar system with a 28° area of coverage. Dual Beam sonar is optimized to show the greatest bottom definition using a narrow (16°) beam yet can still indicate fish found in the wide (28°) beam when the Fish ID+ feature is turned on. -
Page 45: Down Imaging Sonar
Down Imaging Sonar (197c DI only) In addition to Dual Beam sonar, the PiranhaMAX 197c DI also uses Down Imaging sonar technology. The Down Imaging transducer scans the water with a razor-thin 74° beam (455 kHz) that is wide (side to side) and very thin (front to back). -
Page 46: Power On And Off
Powering ON and OFF Use the following instructions to turn on your PiranhaMAX unit: Power on and Start Operation 1. Power On: Press and hold the POWER/MENU key until the PiranhaMAX powers on, then release the key. 2. Press the UP or DOWN Arrow key to select Normal. -
Page 47: The Piranhamax Control Head
The PiranhaMAX Control Head Your PiranhaMAX unit interface is easy to use. A combination of keys and special features allows you to control what you see on the display. Display POWER/MENU CHECK/ENTER UP and DOWN Arrow Keys The Control Head... -
Page 48: Power/Menu Key
POWER/MENU Key The POWER/MENU key is used to power the PiranhaMAX on and off. It is also used to open and close the menu system. • Menus: Press the POWER/MENU key in any view to open the X-Press Menu for that view. Each X-Press Menu provides frequently-used menu settings that correspond with the current view. -
Page 49: Check/Enter Key
CHECK/ENTER Key The CHECK/ENTER Key has multiple functions, which depend on the view, menu, or situation. • Menu Activation: Press the CHECK/ENTER key after selecting a menu option to activate the menu or open a submenu. NOTE: See Using the Menu System for more information. •... -
Page 50: Using The Menu System
Using the Menu System Review the instructions below to understand how to use the menu system. 1. Open the Menu System Press the POWER/MENU key. 2. Select a Menu Option Press the UP or DOWN Arrow key to select a menu option. NOTE: Available menu options are determined by the on-screen view. - Page 51 3. Activate a Menu Option and Adjust Settings Activate a Menu Option: Press the CHECK/ENTER key to activate the selected menu option. The menu option will be highlighted, indicating the menu option is active and changes can be made to the menu setting.
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Page 52: Setting Up The Control Head (Setup Menu)
CHECK/ENTER key. 3. Select UNITS, and press the CHECK/ENTER key. Menu options are determined by your Humminbird model and the selected view. See the following pages for menu descriptions. Also, see Using the Menu System and Changing the On-Screen View for more information. -
Page 53: Contrast (Down Imaging View Only)
Contrast (Down Imaging View only) Settings: 1 to 10; Default = 5, Setting Saved in Memory Contrast accents the light and dark parts of the sonar data to provide greater definition. Palette (Down Imaging View only) Settings: Amber1, Amber2, Blue, Brown; Default = Amber 1, Setting Saved in Memory Palette allows you to select which color palette you would like to use for the Down Imaging view. -
Page 54: Bottom View (Sonar View Only)
Bottom View (Sonar View only) Settings: Structure ID, WhiteLine; Default = Structure ID, Setting Saved in Memory Bottom View selects the method used to represent the bottom and structure on the display. Structure ID represents weak returns as light pixels and strong returns as dark pixels. -
Page 55: Reset
Reset Settings: Select CONFIRM and press the CHECK/ENTER key to activate. Use this menu choice with caution! Reset restores ALL menu settings to their factory defaults. Language (International Models only) Settings Vary; Default = English, Setting Saved in Memory Language selects the display language for menus. Units - Temperature (International Models only, Units submenu) Settings: ˚C (Celsius), ˚F (Fahrenheit);... -
Page 56: Setting Alarms
Setting Alarms Alarms are based on the limits you set for a device, such as battery voltage, depth, and more. Set the alarms that apply to your PiranhaMAX installation and configuration. Set an Alarm 1. Press the POWER/MENU key. 2. Select SETUP and press the CHECK/ENTER key. 3. - Page 57 Alarm Name Description Range Mute controls the audible On, Off sound made when an alarm is Mute Default = Off triggered. Battery Alarm sounds when the input battery voltage is Off, 8.5V to 13.5V Battery equal to or less than the menu Default = Off setting.
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Page 58: Changing The On-Screen View
Changing the On-Screen View The sonar information from your Fishfinder is displayed on the screen in a variety of easy-to-read views. When you press the POWER/MENU key, you can access the menu options for the on-screen view. Display a View 1. -
Page 59: Status View
Status View Status View displays current data, including the unit model number, serial number, and battery status. Status View (197c DI) Views... -
Page 60: Down Imaging View
Down Imaging View (197c DI only) Down Imaging View uses the razor-thin profiling beams to produce the detailed sonar data that you see on the display. See PiranhaMAX Sonar Technology: Down Imaging Sonar and Opening the X-Press Menu for more information. -
Page 61: Sonar View
Sonar View Sonar View presents a historical log of sonar returns. The most recent sonar returns are charted on the right side of the display. As new information is received, the historical information scrolls left across the display. See PiranhaMAX Sonar Technology: Dual Beam Sonar for more information. •... -
Page 62: Opening The X-Press Menu
Opening the X-Press Menu The X-Press Menu provides menu options for the on-screen view. Customize the Display: Set the range of data displayed on the view, and adjust the sensitivity, zoom level, chart display speed, and more. Open the Setup Menu Set the Down Imaging View contrast and palette, set the Sonar View filter and Fish ID+, or set the units of measurement for the control head. -
Page 63: View
View Settings: Sonar, Down Imaging (197c DI only), Status View selects a view to be displayed on the screen. See Changing the On-Screen View for more information. Depth Range Settings: Auto, 15 ft to 600 ft (Sonar View only),15 ft to 320 ft (Down Imaging View only);... -
Page 64: Zoom
Zoom Settings: Off, Auto, Manual Ranges; Default = Off Zoom provides a magnified view of the bottom and structure. Auto: Select Auto to magnify the area around the bottom in order to reveal fish and structure close to the bottom that may not be visible during normal operation. -
Page 65: Filter (Sonar View Only)
Filter (Sonar View only) Settings: On, Off; Default = Off, Setting Saved in Memory Filter adjusts the sonar filter to limit interference on the display from sources such as your boat engine, turbulence, or other sonar devices. Light Settings: 0 to 5; Default = 0 Light adjusts the brightness of the display. -
Page 66: Maintenance
Maintenance Your Humminbird fishfinder is designed to provide years of trouble free operation with very little maintenance. Use the following procedures to ensure your Humminbird continues to deliver top performance. Control Head Maintenance It is important to consider the following precautions when using your Humminbird control head: •... - Page 67 NOTE: To clean the transducer, you may need to pivot the transducer up in the bracket. • If your boat remains out of the water for a long period of time, it may take some time to wet the transducer when it is returned to the water. Small air bubbles can climb to the surface of the transducer and interfere with proper operation.
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Page 68: Troubleshooting
Repairs should be performed only by authorized Humminbird technicians. Many requests for repair received by Humminbird involve units that do not actually need repair. These units are returned “no problem found.” If you have a problem with your PiranhaMAX, use the following troubleshooting guide before calling Humminbird Customer Service or sending your unit in for repair. - Page 69 motor is out of the water, no sonar information appears.) If none of these actions solves the problem, inspect the transducer cable from end to end for breaks, kinks, or cuts in the outer casing of the cable. If the transducer is connected to the unit through a switch, temporarily connect it directly to the unit and try again.
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Page 70: Piranhamax 197C Specifications
Transducer Cable Length ........20 ft (6 m) NOTE: Product specifications and features are subject to change without notice. NOTE: Humminbird verifies maximum stated depth in saltwater conditions, however actual depth performance may vary due to transducer installation, water type, thermal layers, bottom composition, and slope. -
Page 71: Piranhamax 197C Di Specifications
Transducer Cable Length ........20 ft (6 m) NOTE: Product specifications and features are subject to change without notice. NOTE: Humminbird verifies maximum stated depth in saltwater conditions, however actual depth performance may vary due to transducer installation, water type, thermal layers, bottom composition, and slope. - Page 72 Environmental Compliance Statement: It is the intention of Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. to be a responsible corporate citizen, operating in compliance with known and applicable environmental regulations, and a good neighbor in the communities where we make or sell our products. WEEE Directive: EU Directive 2002/96/EC “Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)”...
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Page 74: Contacting Humminbird
Contact Humminbird 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)