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  • Page 1 GO XSE Installation Manual ENGLISH www.simrad-yachting.com...
  • Page 3 The warranty card is supplied as a separate document. In case of any queries, refer to the brand website of your unit or system: www.simrad-yachting.com. Compliance statements This equipment complies with: • CE under 2014/53/EU Directive Preface | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 4 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The relevant Declaration of conformity is available in the product's section at the following website: www.simrad-yachting.com. Industry Canada IC RSS-GEN, Sec 7.1.3 Warning Statement- (Required for license exempt devices) This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 5 FR - France DE - Germany GR - Greece HU - Hungary IS - Iceland IE - Ireland IT - Italy LV - Latvia LI - Liechtenstein LT - Lithuania LU - Luxembourg MT - Malta Preface | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 6 , the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. Navico product references This manual refers to the following Navico products: Preface | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 7 INSIGHT GENESIS® (Insight Genesis) • SonicHub® (SonicHub) About this manual This manual is a reference guide for installing GO XSE units. Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows: Ú Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
  • Page 8 Preface | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    CZone connection to NMEA 2000 Transducer connection Radar connector 31 Software Setup First time startup Time and Date Data source selection Device list Sonar setup StructureScan Radar setup Autopilot setup Fuel setup CZone setup Wireless setup Contents | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 10 Software updates and data backup 66 Accessories 68 Supported data NMEA 2000 compliant PGN List 73 Technical specifications Mechanical/Environmental Electrical Interfaces 75 Dimensional drawings GO5 XSE Dimensional drawings GO7 XSE Dimensional drawings GO9 XSE Dimensional drawings Contents | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 11: Check The Contents

    Fuse (3 amp) Power/NMEA 2000 cable Panel mount screws (4x #10 x 1/2" PN HD SS) Quick Release Bracket screws (4x #10 x 3/4" PN HD SS) 10 Quick Release Bracket 11 Documentation pack Check the contents | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 12: Go7 Xse And Go9 Xse Box Contents

    Power cable Panel mount screws (4x #10 x 1/2" PN HD SS) U Bracket mount screws (4x #10 x 3/4" PN HD SS) 10 U Bracket 11 Bracket knobs (2x) 12 Documentation pack Check the contents | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 13: Overview

    The unit is intended for 12 V DC operation and will accept the moderate fluctuations commonly seen in DC systems. Front controls Touch screen Power button Press and hold to turn the unit ON/OFF. Press once to display the System Controls dialog. Overview | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 14: Rear Connections

    (dependent on the transducer) Card reader Power 12 V DC supply input and NMEA 2000 GO7-XSE rear connections NMEA2000 POWER SONAR NMEA 2000 - data input / output Power - 12 V DC supply input Overview | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 15: Card Reader

    The card reader door is opened by pulling the rubber cover open. The card reader door should always be securely shut immediately after inserting or removing a card, in order to prevent possible water ingress. Overview | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 16 Card reader on the GO5 XSE Card reader on the GO7 XSE and GO9 XSE Overview | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 17: Installation

    For overall width and height requirements, refer to "Dimensional drawings" on page 75. Good ventilation is required. Choose a location that will not expose the unit to conditions that exceed the specifications - refer to "Technical specifications" on page 73. Installation | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 18: Bracket Mounting

    Use only 304 or 316 stainless steel fasteners. Screw down the bracket. Snap the unit to the bracket. Installation | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 19 Removing the unit from the quick release bracket Pull and hold the release handle and then pull the unit from the bracket. U-bracket mounting The GO7 XSE and GO9 XSE can be mounted with the U-bracket. Installation | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 20: Panel Mounting

    Panel mounting The screws and gasket used for panel mounting are included in the box. For mounting instructions, refer to the Panel mounting template. Installation | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 21: Transducer Installation

    Transducer installation For transducer installation information, refer to separate installation instructions included with the transducer. Installation | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 22: Wiring

    24 V DC systems. Warning: The positive supply wire (red) should always be connected to (+) DC with the supplied fuse or a circuit breaker (closest available to fuse rating). Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 23: Power Connections

    NMEA 2000 cable and connector Connect Red to (+) DC using a 3 amp fuse. Connect Black to (-) DC. The unit can be powered on and off using the power button on the front of the case. Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 24: Power Control Connection

    The units can be powered on and off using the power button on the front of the case. Power Control connection The yellow Power Control wire in the power cable is an input that will turn on the unit when power is applied. Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 25: External Alarm

    Individual devices can also be configured to not sound their internal buzzer, but still display the alarm information. For information about configuring alarms, refer to the Alarms section in the Operator Manual. For sirens that draw more than 1 Amp, use a relay. Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 26: Connecting Control Devices

    NMEA 2000 network. NMEA 2000 backbone NMEA 2000 Device connection The NMEA 2000 data port allows the receiving and sharing of a multitude of data from various sources. Unit socket (male) Cable plug (female) Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 27 For larger systems introduce power at central point in the backbone to “balance” the voltage drop of the network. Ú Note: If joining to an existing NMEA 2000 network that already has its own power supply, do not make another power Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 28: Czone Connection To Nmea 2000

    Drop-cable, should not exceed 6 m (20 ft) Terminators Backbone Power cable CZone connection to NMEA 2000 When interfacing to CZone network it is recommended to use a BEP Network interface bridge to join the two network backbones together. Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 29: Transducer Connection

    Radar connector The GO5 XSE and GO7 XSE do not have a Radar port. The Radar port allows connecting the unit to your radar scanner using a 5 pin (Ethernet) connector. Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 30 Unit socket (female) Cable plug (male) Purpose Color Transmit positive TX+ Blue/White Transmit negative TX- Blue Receive positive RX+ Orange/White Receive negative RX- Orange Shield Bare Wiring | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 31: Software Setup

    The Auto Select option looks for all sources connected to the device. If more than one source is available for each data type, selection is made from an internal priority list. This option is suitable for the majority of installations. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 32 In order to enable group selection, the display must be set to Simrad group. Devices with the Group set to None can be set to use different sources to those of the rest of the network devices. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 33: Device List

    All devices allow allocation of an instance number in the configure option. Set unique instance numbers on any identical devices on the network to allow for the unit to distinguish between them. The Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 34: Sonar Setup

    Lowest point of vessel offset: Set the distance from the transducer to the lowest point of the boat in the water - this should be set as a negative value. For example, - 0.3 m (-1 ft). Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 35: Structurescan

    The 5" and 7" units do not support radar. Use the Radar Installation dialog to setup the radar. Ú Note: The installation can vary depending on the radar. Follow the installation and setup instructions supplied with the radar. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 36 Identifies the model of scanner connected to the network. Software version Check to make sure you have the latest software. Check the latest software version available at: www.simrad-yachting.com. Serial Number This number should be recorded for support and insurance purposes. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 37 (50 to 100 yards) from a straight-walled jetty or similar feature that produces a straight line echo on the display. • Point the boat towards the jetty • Adjust the gain setting until a reasonably good image of the jetty echo is displayed Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 38 By default, this control is set to Auto and normally should not need to be adjusted. However, if there is significant metallic clutter around the radar, sidelobe suppression may need to be increased. The control should be adjusted as follows: Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 39 Choose from Local interference rejection LOW, MED or HIGH. Default is LOW. Restore radar to factory defaults This option can be used to revert all user adjustments. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 40: Autopilot Setup

    If you connect the unit to an already commissioned autopilot system, you only have to do an automatic source selection as described above before the autopilot is ready to be used. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 41 Ú Note: This option is not available for NAC-1 computers. Perform the rudder calibration. - Used if you have a rudder feedback unit installed. This calibration is used to ensure that the physical rudder Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 42 Rudder drive setup Ú Note: This setting is not available for NAC-1 autopilot computers. The rudder drive setup controls how the autopilot computer controls the steering system. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 43 Follow-up/Non-Follow-up steering. Motor output Shows the amount of power needed to achieve the correct rudder speed. The reading is obtained from the Rudder test. The automatically set value may be increased or decreased. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 44 NAC-1 autopilot computers. • Automatic tuning of the steering parameters. This setting is not available for NAC-1 autopilot computers. • Setting the seastate filter. This setting is not available for NAC-1 autopilot computers. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 45 Calibration must be made on the compass that is active for the autopilot. If the compass is not possible to initiate calibration from the device list on the GO XSE, refer to the compass’ own instructions regarding calibration. Ú Note:...
  • Page 46 The active response parameter set is shown in the autopilot popup and the following abbreviations are used: HI-A High response parameters set automatically LO-A Low response parameters set automatically HI-M High response parameters set manually Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 47 Setting sailing parameters Ú Note: Sailing parameter settings are only available if the boat type is set to Sail in the Autopilot Commissioning dialog. These settings are not available for NAC-1 autopilot computers. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 48 When the boat is running or on a broad reach, there is a greater chance it will surf on the waves. This may lead to significant changes in boat speed, and thereby changes in apparent wind angle. True wind steering is therefore used to prevent undesired Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 49 If the value is set too high the overshoot will increase and the steering will be unstable. Counter rudder Counter rudder is the amount of counteracting (opposite) rudder applied to stop the turn at the end of a major course change. The Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 50 This parameter defines how fast the autopilot shall correspond after having registered a heading error. The standard value is 40 seconds which should work well on most boats. Rule of thumb: Set to same value (seconds) as the boat’s Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 51 Navigation change limit This parameter defines the maximum course change that the autopilot is allowed to make when the GO XSE is following a route (NAV steering). If the required course change to the next waypoint in a route is more than the set limit, you are prompted and must acknowledge the course change before the autopilot will turn the vessel.

  • Page 52: Fuel Setup

    Suzuki engine interface require the use of a separate Fuel Storage device. Refer to the engine manufacturer or dealer for information on whether or not your engine provides a data output, and what adaptor is available to connect to NMEA 2000. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 53 Location to match the engine the device is connected to. Unconfigure - defaults the device which clears all user settings. Reset Fuel Flow - restores only the Fuel K-Value setting, if set in Calibrate. Only Navico devices can be reset. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 54 The Calibrate option is only available when Set to full is selected, and a Fuel Flow is connected and set up as a source. Ú Note: A maximum of 8 engines is supported using Fuel Flow sensors. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 55: Czone Setup

    CZone setup In order to communicate with the CZone modules connected to the network, the GO XSE must be assigned a unique CZone Display Dipswitch setting. The functionality of the CZone system is determined by the CZone Config File (.zcf ), which is stored on all CZone modules and the GO...
  • Page 56 PC application available from BEP Marine Ltd, and associated CZone distributors. The GO XSE system provides a means to load the Config file, as well as apply updates to module firmware, removing the need to take a laptop computer aboard the vessel.

  • Page 57: Wireless Setup

    Ú Note: CZone Config also needs to have the GO XSE set as a controller. Import and backup a configuration file The files page may be used to import CZone configuration files, or export a copy to a memory card in the card reader. Importing overwrites the existing file on the GO XSE and all connected CZone devices.
  • Page 58 The MFD's display is shown on the smartphone. To change the MFD's display on the smartphone, use the MFD to change the display on the MFD. The display change on the MFD is reflected on the smartphone. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 59 ‘Mode’ can be changed on WIFI-1 devices only. Restore defaults returns the unit to factory settings. Advanced Tools are available within the software to assist in fault-finding and setting up the wireless network. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 60 The application must be installed on and run from a tablet device. The GO XSE must be running Iperf server before initiating the test from the tablet. On exiting the page, Iperf automatically stops running.

  • Page 61: Nmea 2000 Setup

    Updates can be found on the website: www.simrad-yachting.com When the unit is connected to the internet, a pop-up can appear advising that a software update is available and encourages you to download the update.
  • Page 62 Connect your unit to the internet to check for the latest available software versions. The software versions will be up to date as of the last time you updated your unit or connected to the internet. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 63 User data file version 5: Use with current units (NSO evo2, NSS • evo2, NSS, NSO, NSE, Zeus, Zeus Touch, HDS Gen2, HDS Gen2 Touch, HDS Gen3, GO XSE units, Vulcan units, and ELITE Ti units). Offers most detail. User data file version 4: Use with current units (NSO evo2, NSS •...
  • Page 64 In most cases this will be a single device. Ú Note: If no device is shown, check that the device to be updated has power, and run any outstanding updates for the unit first. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 65 Select the device and initiate the upgrade. Do not interrupt the upgrade process. Software Setup | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 66: Accessories

    Panel Mount Kit 000-12372-001 U Bracket 000-00128-001 Power Cable 000-13313-001 7 to 9 Pin Transducer Adapter for Airmar transducers GO9 XSE Accessories Part number Description 000-13698-001 Sun Cover 000-13699-001 Panel Mount Kit 000-13702-001 U Bracket Accessories | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 67 Part number Description 000-13700-001 Bezel replacement 000-00128-001 Power Cable 000-13313-001 7 to 9 Pin Transducer Adapter for Airmar transducers Accessories | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 68: Supported Data

    127237 Heading/Track Control 127245 Rudder 127250 Vessel Heading 127251 Rate of Turn 127257 Attitude 127258 Magnetic Variation 127488 Engine Parameters, Rapid Update 127489 Engine Parameters, Dynamic 127493 Transmission Parameters, Dynamic 127503 AC input status Supported data | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 69 129794 AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data 129801 AIS Addressed Safety Related Message 129802 AIS Safety Related Broadcast Message 129808 DSC Call Information 129809 AIS Class B “CS” Static Data Report, Part A Supported data | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 70 130842 AIS and VHF Message Transport 130843 Sonar Status – Frequency and DSP Voltage 130845 Weather and Fish Prediction and Barometric Pressure History 130850 Evinrude Engine Warnings 130851 Parameter (RC42 Compass and IS12 Wind Calibration and Configuration) Supported data | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 71 129285 Route/Waypoint Data 129539 GNSS DOPs 129540 GNSS Sats in View 130074 Route and WP Service - WP List - WP Name & Position 130306 Wind Data 130310 Environmental Parameters 130311 Environmental Parameters Supported data | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 72 130836 Fluid Level Insect Configuration 130837 Fuel Flow Turbine Configuration 130839 Pressure Insect Configuration 130845 Weather and Fish Prediction and Barometric Pressure History 130850 Evinrude Engine Warnings 130851 Parameter (RC42 Compass and IS12 Wind Calibration and Configuration) Supported data | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 73: Technical Specifications

    Current draw at 13.6 V (sonar off, max B/L) Low power standby mode Protection reverse polarity and temporary over-voltage to 36 V Alarm output current 1 A max Processor iMX61 single core Conformity CE, C-Tick Technical specifications | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 74: Interfaces

    1 port (9 pin connector) Radar 1 port (5 pin Ethernet connector) - GO9 XSE only. Card reader • 1x microSD - GO5 XSE and GO7 XSE only • Dual microSD - GO9 XSE only Technical specifications | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 75: Dimensional Drawings

    152.0 mm (5.98”) 117.5 mm (4.62”) 58.0 mm (2.28”) 94.0 mm (3.70”) 94.0 mm (3.70”) GO7 XSE Dimensional drawings 199.0 mm (7.84”) 108.55 mm (4.27”) 28.5 mm (1.12”) 220.00 mm (8.66”) 37.0 mm (1.45”) Dimensional drawings | GO XSE Installation Manual...

  • Page 76: Go9 Xse Dimensional Drawings

    GO9 XSE Dimensional drawings 90.0 mm (3.54”) 7.0 mm (0.27”) 242.0 mm (9.52”) 24.0 mm 248.0 mm (9.76”) (0.94”) 263.0 mm (10.35”) 79.0 mm (3.11”) Dimensional drawings | GO XSE Installation Manual...
  • Page 77 Index Setting the transition speed 46 Advanced Source Setup 40 Selection 33 Tack angle 48 Auto drive engage Tack time 48 Autopilot setting 43 Turn Rate limit 51 Auto select Verify connection 40 sources 31 VMG (to wind) Auto trim optimizing 49 Autopilot 50 Wind function 48...
  • Page 78 CZone, Import and Voltage, autopilot backup 57 setting 43 Configure Autopilot 40 Counter rudder Echosounder Autopilot 49 Depth offset 34 Countries of intended use in Engines the EU 5 Setup 53 CZone Export Backlight control 56 Region 63 Configuration 55 CZone config 63 Dipswitch 56 Database backup 63...
  • Page 79 Smartphone Autopilot setting for a connection 58 route 51 Tablet connection 57 NMEA 2000 Wireless device setup CZone connection 28 (phone and tablet) 57 devices upgrades 64 Group Source selection 32 Panel mounting 20 Power button 13 Import CZone configuration file 57 Quick release bracket Database 64...
  • Page 80 Autopilot 44 Tack Setup wizard angle, autopilot 48 First time startup 31 Time, autopilot 48 Smartphone connection 58 Technical specifications 73 Software Time Setup 31 Vessel location, format 31 Software Tools Updates 61 Wireless fault finding 59 Upgrade 64 Transducer type 35 Upgrade remote device 64 Transducer Sonar...
  • Page 81 Wind Angle, minimum apparent 51 Function, Autopilot 48 Mode, rate of turn (tack time) 48 Wireless Device setup (phone and tablet) 57 DHCP Probe 60 Enable or disable the internal wireless 60 Fault finding tools 59 Iperf tool 60 Remote controllers 59 Setup 57 Smartphone connection 58...
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