Humminbird XPLORE Series Installation Manual

XPLORE™ SERIES IN-DASH MOUNTING Installation Guide
Overview
Following are instructions for the in-dash mount installation of the XPLORE control head. We
encourage you to read this guide before starting the installation, so you may understand the
installation requirements.
Technical Support: If you find that any items are missing from your installation kit, contact Humminbird®
Technical Support through our Help Center at https://humminbird-help.johnsonoutdoors.com/hc/en-us.
Supplies: In addition to the hardware supplied with your accessory, you will need a drill and various
drill bits, a cutting tool for the dashboard material, 7/16" (11 mm) adjustable wrench, safety glasses
and dust mask, and masking tape. If the dashboard is thicker than 5/8" (16 mm), you may need to use
the longer carriage bolts (included with hardware). Optionally, for single control head installations,
you may choose to use the (2) gimbal knobs included with your control head.
Do NOT use power tools to secure the hardware. We encourage you to read the installation
instructions so you may understand the installation requirements.
The illustrations in this manual may not look the same as your product, but your product
will function in the same way.
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| Plan the Mounting Location
Start by locating a suitable, flat area of the dashboard for mounting. Consider the following to find
the best mounting location:
Δ Interference: The mounting location must provide adequate distance from electric motors or
any equipment that may cause electronic interference.
Δ Stability: The mounting area should be protected from waves, shock, vibration, and water.
Δ Depth: The mounting area should have the following depths to allow space for the control head
and cables.
XPLORE 9: 4.8" (121.9 mm) minimum
XPLORE 10: 5.3" (134.6 mm) minimum
XPLORE 12: 5.3" (134.6 mm) minimum
Δ Ventilation: The area beneath the mounting surface should be well ventilated.
Δ Accessibility: The location should be easily accessible for all cables to reach the ports on the
back of the control head.
Δ Multiple Control Heads: If you plan to install more than one control head side by side, leave a
minimum space of 1" (25.4 mm) horizontally or vertically between control heads. Take your
measurement from the front edges of the control head. See the template for more information.
If a cable is too short for your application, extension cables are available. For assistance,
contact Humminbird Technical Support.
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| Cut the In-Dash Mounting Hole
To in-dash mount the XPLORE control head, start by placing the components on the surfaces where
you intend to install them.
1. Review the instructions, measurements, and cutting options indicated on the In-dash Mounting
Template.
2. Tape the template to the chosen in-dash mounting location.
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