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Humminbird NS 10 Operation Manual

Humminbird NS 10 Operation Manual

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  • Page 2 RMS with SA off), the boat’s speed and direction of travel. This information is updated once per second and sent to the NS 10 for display. The NS 10 uses this “raw” information to provide many options for graphic display. Your position is superimposed onto digital maps stored in the system’s memory.

  • Page 3: What Comes In The Box

    If any one of these items is missing, please see your Humminbird dealer or contact Humminbird at our Customer Service Hotline, listed on the rear cover. In addition to the parts supplied with your NS 10, you will also need the following for installation and operation:...
  • Page 4 CHOOSING A MOUNTING LOCATION FOR THE CONTROL HEAD Before mounting the NS 10, gather the parts you will need: the NS 10, mounting hardware kit. The power cable, hole cover, and the 40 foot receiver cable. (Refer to Figure 6). If the receiver cable is not long enough to reach the desired mounting location, an extension cable is available.

  • Page 5: Mounting The Receiver

    7. You may turn the receiver to tighten fully. 8. Connect the extension cable to the receiver cable and route to the NS 10. Note: If the mounting surface is rough, or irregular, use silicone sealant to ensure a water tight joint.
  • Page 6 Any hardware item designed to fit a standard 1”-14 marine female thread will work with the NS 10 receiver. This hardware includes 1, 2, 4, and 8 feet extension masts which allow mounting the receiver well above obstructions.

  • Page 7: Installing The Control Head

    9. Insert the cable connectors into the corresponding numbered connector port on the NS 10. The connectors are keyed to insure correct orientation. (Refer to Figure 9) 10. Install the NS 10 on the gimbal bracket using the knobs supplied with the rubber washers on the inside of the gimbal bracket.
  • Page 8 This will prevent the battery voltage to the NS 10 from becoming too low while starting the boat engine. Optional Flush Mount Figure 7 shows a flush mounted NS 10 control head. If you would like to flush mount your NS 10 additional hardware is available. (Refer to section V11. Accessories) BASIC FUNCTIONS: GETTING STARTED This section contains the information needed to begin navigating with your NS 10.
  • Page 9 Plotter Range: This area displays the range in the specified units shown in the graphic area. Select System: The Select System is made up of four buttons SELECT, ENTER, and op/down areas. With these four buttons you can make men adjustments to tailor the NS 10 to your needs. Refer to “Using the Select System”.
  • Page 10 Out”. Connections to the NS 10 The back of the NS 10 has a centralized connector area where all inputs and outputs are located (Refer to Figure 9). All cables and connectors are waterproof and use gold plated contacts to inhibit corrosion. The connectors are keyed to prevent reversed connection. Don’t force a connector in or out, and when removing a connector, grip it by the serrated plastic grip, don’t pull on the cable.
  • Page 11 GPS signal. When using DGPS there will be an indicator on your display. If the indicator is a hollow box the NS 10 is receiving information from the receiver. If the box is filled in then good information is being received. When DGPS is displayed the NS 10 is operating in the differential mode and latitude/longitude values should be within DGPS tolerances.
  • Page 12 “Simulator and Map Preview”). IMPORTANT: The power adapter is intended to power the NS 10 for use with the simulator of for input of navigation points etc. It does not supply sufficient current to power both the NS 10 and the Receiver and is not intended for use in normal operation.
  • Page 13 The status screen, which is now shown supplies much information about the system operation. If you are using the NS 10 with the receiver not connected a message will appear in the lower left of the display saying “RECEIVER IS NOT CONNECTED” and the start up mode will show “Error”.
  • Page 14 When a satellite is being tracked the icon will turn dark. During a cold start, it is far easier for the NS 10 to provide a position “fix” when it is stationary. After the position has been determined, the NS 10 will provide accurate information at speeds up to 199 Knots.

  • Page 15: System Options

    If so, to save time you may want to turn the NS 10 off and back on again to initiate a warm start. Continue to the next section “Selected System”, if your NS 10 appears to be working correctly.
  • Page 16 Units: Distance/Speed Heading display Clock time display Update averaging NMEA Output Position: Lat/Lon or TD All setting adjustments will be retained even when power is turned off or disconnected. Press SELECT. This will display the MAIN MENU in the graphics area of the display. All menus will be shown in this area.
  • Page 17 Use the up/down arrows to select the parameter needing adjustment. Press ENTER, when the setting is correct. This will automatically prompt the adjustment menu. Use the up/down arrows to adjust the setting for your preference. Press ENTER, when the setting is correct. This will return you to the USER SETUP menu. Use the up/down arrows to select your next parameter for adjustment.
  • Page 18 The NMEA adjustment is only necessary when additional navigational instruments are used with your NS 10. When the NMEA 0183 output is turned on the NS 10 will provide the NMEA 0183 sentences every two seconds. (Refer to section 1X, NS 10 Interface Option)
  • Page 19 Use the up/down arrows to choose LORAN TD or LAT/LON coordinates. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. If you choose LORAN TD the SELECT GRI menu will be displayed. You must choose the group repetition interval. (Refer to section X. Glossary) Use the up/down arrow to select the GRI setting.

  • Page 20: Display Contrast

    (500 meters or more), therefore, using an existing TD number from a Loran unit in a GPS receiver will result in a very lare error. Never use the same Loran TD number in your NS 10, but use the P STOR key to accurately store the actual position when arriving at the waypoint.
  • Page 21 LIGHT, TEXT, MAP, CLEAR AND HELP BUTTONS The following discrete function keys will be helpful in the basic operation of your NS 10. LIGHT: Multiple pushes of this key will adjust the level of light. The light is set at intensity level 2 when the unit is turned on. There are four intensity positions plus “OFF”.

  • Page 22: Zooming In And Out

    (Figure 18) Figure 19 shows zoom from a “forward-looking” position. Due to the complexity of the maps, it may take several seconds for the NS 10 to “re-draw” the map after using zoom. There are nine zoom ranges available.
  • Page 23 Note: When using the two smallest zoom ranges, the graphics area will become a plotter only, with no map shown. The smallest zoom range is 0.5 NM, 0.6 SM, or 1.0 KM. The largest zoom range is the region map. ZM IN or ZM OUT centers the new range around your present position, except when in the cursor or pick mode.
  • Page 24 All temporary waypoints are cleared when the CLEAR key is depressed for three seconds.nmThe NS 10 memory can hold up to 99 temporary waypoints. (You may change temporary waypoints to permanent waypoints.
  • Page 25 If you are at a point of interest which you may wish to return to, P STOR is extremely valuable. This can be used in emergency situations such as man over-board. The NS 10 precisely stores the location of your boat to accurately return to this location. Refer to section V1, “Using the NS 10 in an Emergency.”...
  • Page 26 Pressing CLEAR will cancel the PICK mode. You may only PICK waypoints that are visible on the screen. Due to the accuracy of the NS 10, you may have stored several waypoints very close to each other. Although the unit is able to differentiate between waypoints only several feet apart, the range of map or plotter selected may be too broad to show the waypoint as separate ponts.
  • Page 27 CREATING TEMPORARY ROUTES USING GO TO The NS 10 has the capability to store up to nine temporary routes. A temporary route consists of your present position, and one or more waypoints. These waypoints may be temporary waypoints established with the P STOR key as discussed earlier, or permanent waypoints, defined through the Select System (Refer to section 1V, Creating Permanent Waypoints).
  • Page 28 Note: The course history line is not displayed when the PICK mode is on, but it is being recorded and will be displayed when the mode is turned off. STEERING INFORMATION In this section you will learn how to obtain information about: Course bearing Waypoint bearing Cross track error...
  • Page 29 Any waypoint may be permanently stored, changed, or deleted, by using the Select System. This is especially helpful if you plan to return to the same area in the future. The NS 10 memory will hold up to 150 permanent waypoints, as well as 99 temporary waypoints.
  • Page 30 Press ENTER. A series of requests will be displayed beginning with SELECT NUMBER. Use the up/down arrows to choose a number between 1 and 150. The NS 10 will not allow you to assign an already used number and will default to the lowest available number.
  • Page 31 Use up/down arrows to highlight EAST or WEST. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. The SELECT LONGITUDE screen will be displayed requesting a numerical coordinate. Use the keypad to enter your numerical coordinate for longitude. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. The SELECT SYMBOL screen will be displayed. Note: It is not necessary to assign a symbol to a waypoint.
  • Page 32 Use the up/down arrows to select the individual letters of the waypoint name. All eighr spaces do not have to be used. Press ENTER after each correct letter. Press SELECT after the name is correct to exit the WATPOINT menu, pressing SELECT again will exit to the MAIN MENU and pressing SELECT a third time will exit the SELECT System and return to the map.
  • Page 33 Use the up/down arrows to choose the waypoint to be changed or deleted. Temporary and permanent waypoints will be displayed. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. The next screen will ask if you wish to CHANGE or DELETE the waypoint. Use the up/down arrows to highlight CHANGE or DELETE.
  • Page 34 Use the up/down arrows to choose NORTH or SOUTH. Note: If you do not want to change a setting simply press ENTER and the next menu will be displayed. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. The CHANGE LATITUDE screen will be displayed requesting the new latitude coordinate.
  • Page 35 Use the keypad to enter the new numerical longitude coordinate. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. The CHANGE SYMBOL screen will be displaye. Use the up/down arrows to choose a new waypoint symbol. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. The CHANGE NAME screen will be displayed. Use the up/down arrows to select the individual letters of the new waypoint name.
  • Page 36 Use the up/down arrows to highlight WAYPOINT Press ENTER when the selection is correct. The WAYPOINT menu will be displayed. Use the up/down arrows to highlight LIST WAYPOINTS. Press ENTER when selection is correct. A listing of all stored waypoints will be displayed. Use the up/down arrows to list additional waypoints.
  • Page 37 MAP, at any time while in the Select System, to return directly to the map display. Creating Permanent Routes A permanent route is made up of two or more permanent waypoints. The NS 10 has the capability to store up to 50 permanent routes. A maximum of 20 waypoints can be contained in a route.
  • Page 38 TRAVEL/CLEAR-Selecting this menu will allow you to travel or clear an existing route. (Refer to "To Travel or Clear a Route") LIST ALL-Selecting this menu will allow you to list all stored routes. (Refer to "Route Listing") Use the up/down arrows to highlight ENTER A NEW. Press ENTER.
  • Page 39 Use the keypad to enter the number of the next waypoint in the route. A maximum of 20 waypoints may be entered in a route. Note: The "S" is the start of the route and the "E" is the end of the route. When traveling a route you can start at any waypoint and travel in either direction (Refer to section IV.
  • Page 40 Use the up/down arrows to highlight CHANGE/DELETE. Press ENTER when selection is correct. The SELECT ROUTE screen will be displayed. Use the up/down arrows to highlight the route you wish to change or delete. Press ENTER when the selection is correct. The next screen will ask if you wish to CHANGE or DELETE the route.

  • Page 41: Delete Waypoints

    Use the up/down arrows to select the individual letters of the new route name. If you do not wish to change the way point name, press SELECT. Press ENTER after each correct letter. All eight spaces do not have to be used. Note: If you enter an incorrect character, enter remaining characters, then re-enter incorrect characters until the entire name is correct.
  • Page 42 Use the up/down arrows to select the waypoints that you wish to delete. Press ENTER when each selection has been made. When you have selected all waypoints to be deleted, press SELECT to return to ROUTE menu. Press SELECT again to return to the MAIN MENU, press SELECT a third time to exit the Select System and return to the map.
  • Page 43 Use up/down arrows to highlight YES or NO. Press ENTER when correct, the ROUTE menu will be displayed. Note: When a route has been activated, it can also be cleared without using the Select System by pressing and holding down the CLEAR key. If you are not traveling a route, then the SELECT ROUTE TO TRAVEL screen will be displayed.
  • Page 44 Use the up/down arrows to choose the direction of travel. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. This will return you to the ROUTE menu. Pressing SELECT will exit to the MAIN MENU. Pressing SELECT again will exit the Select System and return to the map.
  • Page 45 Use the up down arrow to highlight the route about which you wish to receive more information. Press ENTER when the selection is correct. Additional information will be displayed, including all waypoints in the route and the total distance of the route. Press SELECT to exit. Use the up/down arrows to highlight another route or press SELECT to go to the ROUTE menu.
  • Page 46 Note: DIST is a mode so pressing CLEAR will cancel it at any time. Alarm Settings There are three alarms that you may set on your NS 10. An an arrival alarm, off course alarm and an anchor alarm. ARRIVAL: This alarm will sound when you are within the specified range of your destination, or interim waypoint.
  • Page 47 Use the up/down arrows to choose the range from your destination that the alarm will sound. You may choose .1, 25, .5, or 1.0 in the units that you chose when you set-up your NS 10. Notice that the ARRIVAL alarm cannot be turned off.
  • Page 48 This will restore the NS 10 to the factory setting just as it was when it was purchased. Clearing everything from memory will allow you to begin navigating in a new area with all new settings. If you do not want to clear all entered items you may clear individual routes or waypoints through their respective menus, one at a time (Refer to section IV.
  • Page 49 This information includes the elapsed distance and time, and average speed from the time you turn the NS 10 on, or it may be reset at anytime. Additional information displayed in large digits includes: Latitude, longitude, course, speed and time.
  • Page 50 There are many different ways to display system performance. The SYSTEM STATUS menu displays information to help you determine the status of the NS 10 receiver at any particular moment. The channel information displayed includes: channel number, status, satellite number, C/N, system variables, receiver state, and figure of merit.
  • Page 51 NAVIGATE, or NOT NAVIGATING. Also, the health of the receiver is displayed. 7. FIGURE OF MERIT- This a calculation of the overall receiver performance, with 1 being the best and 9 being the worst. The NS 10 requires a figure of merit number of 5 or less to navigate.
  • Page 52 8. Channel Status Indicators- This is the status of the receiver channels. A black box indicates tracking. 9. SATELLITE NUMBER-This is the identification number of the satellite being tracked. 10. ELEVATION-The elevation of the satellite given is in degrees above the horizon. 0° being on the horizon.
  • Page 53 Press ENTER when the parameter is selected. This will prompt the adjustment menu for the selected parameter. Use the up/down arrows to adjust the setting to BLACK or WHITE. Press ENTER when the setting is correct. This will return you to the MAP SETUP menu. Use the up/down arrows to select your next parameter needing adjustment.
  • Page 54 Use the up/down arrows to adjust the setting: WGS 84 (default setting), RT 90, OSGB 36, NAD 27 NXGD 49, ED 50, AGD 84. Note: When entering a waypoint from a chart or listing, ensure that the NS 10 is set to the same map datum.
  • Page 55 Use the up/down arrows choose ON or OFF then press ENTER. The MAP OFFSET Menu allows you to accommodate localized regions where there is a persistent offset in the map with respect to your present position. The offset is due to a shift in the data base used to generate the digitized maps.
  • Page 56 Note: The AC adapter is not included with all international models. The power adapter is intended to power the NS 10 for use with the simulator or for input of navigation points etc. It does not supply sufficient current to power both the NS 10 and the receiver and is not intended for use in normal operation.
  • Page 57 The most elementary way to navigate is to use the PICK or CURSOR mode to select a single destination. The NS 10 will provide constant updates of the bearing and distance to the point. Some navigating may be more complex however, such as traveling a route with multiple...
  • Page 58 GO TO function in conjunction with PICK or the cursor, or you may choose to travel a route which already exists in the memory of the NS 10. Defining a route to travel has been discussed in previous sections (refer to section IV. "To travel or clear a route").
  • Page 59 Each of the associated screen displays on the following pages show the NS 10 in the "forward-looking" and "top-down" view. The following displays correspond to positions 1-5 in Figure 29. The steering screen is active in each case, as this is your primary source of navigation information.
  • Page 60 The display for Position 2 shows that your boat's course is now 054 degrees. The steering indicator shows a deviation from your planned route that is still within the boundaries of your OFF COURSE alarm setting. A RIGHT OF COURSE message will appear, and the cross track error is displayed as 0.3 KM.
  • Page 61 Position 4, the boat has deviated substantially from your planned route due to oncoming traffic or other unforeseen hazards. This scenario illustrates the information the NS 10 will provide in this situation. As you begin to deviate to the left of the route, a LEFT OF COURSE indicator appears, and the desired course line begins to drift to the right of the steering indicator.
  • Page 62 In position 5 your boat has arrived at waypoint 08 and the arrival alarm has been silenced by pressing CLEAR. The size of the arrival alarm circle is controlled through the Select System. Pressing CLEAR to silence the alarm also commands the NS 10 to begin providing steering information to the next waypoint in the route.
  • Page 63 Never leave your NS 10 in a closed car or trunk, especially in extreme temperatures. Do not attempt to repair the NS 10 yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit, and opening the housing will void your warranty and will probably damage the waterproof...
  • Page 64 If the NO RECEIVER ATTACHED message is on-screen, then the NS 10 is not receiving a signal from the receiver. Check the #7 connector port on the rear of the NS 10 to see if the receiver is properly connected. An unplugged receiver or a pinched or damaged cable may cause this message.
  • Page 65 Check your battery to see that it is fully charged. The NS 10 will not operate on less than 11 volts. Also, check the voltage level at the power connector. Bad connections from the battery terminals to the power connector can result in a large voltage drop and loss of current.
  • Page 66 Department to verify the service charge for your unit. The standard service charge includes UPS or Parcel Post freight only. If charges are not prepaid, the unit will be returned C.O.D. Repairs are warranted for ninety (90) days. The Humminbird Customer Support Toll-Free number and address are listed on the rear manual cover. Specifications...
  • Page 67 Humminbird also offers the following accessories. Note that for installation on a large boat where the receiver is located well away from the NS 10, you may need to purchase one or more 10' extension cables before beginning installation. Other accessories enhance the performance and capabilities of your NS 10, and can be added at any time.
  • Page 68 -This product complies with NMEA 0183 standard for interfacing marine electronic devices, version 2.00, January 1, 1992. DGPS -Port #5 is for DGPS input. This port accepts the standard RTCM SC-104 in the 6 of 8 format at 4800 or 9600 baud. Glossary ALL CLEAR DEFAULT SETTING: No...

  • Page 69: Clock Mode

    Choosing either of the later options will result in the next menu. UTC clock offset; the NS 10 knows the time very accurately based on Greenwich meantime, but has no idea what time it is in your time zone, since time zones don't correspond to Lat/Lon lines.
  • Page 70 From this information a map is created. The NS 10 allows you to choose from a selected list of map datums or it will default to the most commonly used map datum in your area.
  • Page 71 5 minutes, 15 minutes, or 60 minutes, all course history since you turned the NS 10 on, or no course history, which is the best selection if you are stationary. Experimentation with these settings is the best way to find the option that suits you.
  • Page 72 At this point, the NS 10 will return to the next system option menu. POWER: Press the power key once to turn the NS 10 on. To turn it off, hold down the key for 2 seconds, until the audible chirp is heard. This will prevent accidentally turning the unit off during normal operation.
  • Page 73 Bearing from present position 26 see also course bearing Clear All temporary waypoints and routes 23, 27 All waypoints and routes 47 Clock adjustment 20 Cold start/warm start 16, 49 Contrast 22 Control head gimbal mount 11 flush mount 11 troubleshooting 60 Connections 15, 64 Course 65, 66, 13, 17, 20, 30, 40, 56-58 Course History 66, 1920, 28-29, 30 Cross track error 30, 56-57 Cursor 26 Datalog 48...
  • Page 74 P STOR 14, 27 STEER 14, 30 TEXT 14, 23 VIEW 14, 24 ZM IN/ZM OUT 14, 25 Lat/Ion gridlines 20 Lat/Ion position 52, 53 Light 13, 23 Main Menu 18 Maintenance 60 Magnetic North 19 MAP 14 Map Coverage 6 Map Datums 51, 52 Map Offset 51, 52 Map Preview 54...
  • Page 75 Satellite Carrier to noise ratio 49 coverage 6, 17 HDOP49 PDOP49 status 17, 49 VDOP49 Screen Display 13 cursor 13 light 13, 23 mode indicator 13 multi function display box 13 numeric icon 13 numeric latitude 13 numeric longitude 13 plotter range 13 speed 13 Select System 6, 13, 18 Service Policy 61 Simulator 54, 55 Specifications 62 Speed units 19 STEER 14, 30 Steering course bearing 30, 56 distance to next waypoint 30 time to next waypoint 30, 56 XTE 30, 56-57 System Options clock 20 display/contrast 22 distance/speed 19 heading 19-20 land mass 51 lat/Ion gridlines 51 NMEA...

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