Mount The Bracket - Humminbird Side Imaging Transducer Manual

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Side Imaging® Transducer

If you have installed or are planning to install a second transducer in addition to this Side Imaging transducer,

you must determine which transducer will be used as the primary source for traditional 2D sonar when

operating the boat at high speeds (up to 65 mph). There are special mounting requirements for the Side

Imaging transducer depending on if it will be in the water or out of the water during high-speed operation.

• If you plan to use the Side Imaging transducer as the primary source for traditional 2D sonar and

Down Imaging sonar during high speed operation (up to 65 mph), mount the transducer at least 15"

from the center of the engine with an unobstructed view on both sides of the transducer (see Side

Imaging and the illustration Transducer Mount Position).

• If you plan to use a second transducer (such as the XNT 9 20 T) as the primary source for

traditional 2D sonar only during high-speed operation (up to 65 mph), mount the Side Imaging

transducer where it will not be in direct water flow. For this installation, you may install the transducer

less than 15" from the center of the engine. Review the following mounting alternatives:

• The Side Imaging transducer can be mounted on or near the centerline of the boat and

higher on the transom to prevent direct contact with water flow under the boat at high

speeds. Confirm that the transducer is low enough on the transom to be submerged in

the water at low speeds. It should not come into contact with the motor when it is

raised or lowered.

NOTE: Mounting the Side Imaging transducer higher on the transom should not create

turbulence that affects the engine's water intakes. Contact your dealer to verify your

individual boat setup.

• The Side Imaging transducer can be mounted to the jack plate. Contact your dealer for

more information about the brands of jack plates that will accommodate this type of

installation.

NOTE: A Y-cable or transducer switch may be required to connect the Side Imaging transducer to the second

transducer. The Y-cable and transducer switch require separate purchases. To purchase accessories or any

additional equipment, go to humminbird.com or contact Customer Service at 1-800-633-1468.

Side Imaging: The Side Imaging transducer has some special requirements because of its side viewing

capabilities:

• The Side Imaging transducer must NOT have anything obstructing the 'view' of the side looking beams.

For example, nothing can be in the line of sight of these beams (not a hull, motor, additional

transducer, etc.). See the illustration Transducer Mount Position.

NOTE: You may need to tilt the motor up and out of the way when using the side looking beams.

• In order for the side beams to be displayed accurately, the transducer must be mounted parallel with

the waterline. This positioning allows the beam elements to point straight down without deadrise

adjustment.

NOTE: Rough seas, high speed, and air bubbles can also affect the reading of the Side Imaging transducer.