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Humminbird AS GPS HS N2K Accessory Manual

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  • Page 1 NMEA 2000 GPS Heading Sensor Installation Guide 532997-1_B...
  • Page 2 Always operate the boat at very slow speeds if you suspect shallow water or submerged objects. The electronic chart in your Humminbird unit is an aid to navigation designed to facilitate the use of authorized government charts, not to replace them. Only official government charts and notices to mariners contain all of the current information needed for the safety of navigation, and the captain is responsible for their prudent use.
  • Page 3 European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: Hereby, Humminbird declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
  • Page 4 Humminbird is not responsible for incorrect translations or discrepancies between documents. APEX™, HELIX®, Humminbird®, SOLIX®, and XPLORE™ are trademarked by or registered trademarks of Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. NMEA 2000® is a registered trademark of the National Marine Electronics Association.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Confirm the Heading Sensor Operation ........31 Update Software Contact Humminbird...

  • Page 6: Overview

    To purchase accessories, see our Web site at humminbird.johnsonoutdoors.com or contact Humminbird Technical Support through our Help Center at https:// humminbird-help.johnsonoutdoors.com/hc/en-us. The AS GPS HS N2K is compatible with the following Humminbird fish finders: • XPLORE Series ™ • APEX Series ™...

  • Page 7: How Gps And Trackplotting Work

    How GPS and Trackplotting Work Your Humminbird uses GPS to determine your position and display it on a grid. GPS uses a constellation of satellites that continually send radio signals to the earth. The GPS receiver on your boat receives signals from satellites that are visible to it.

  • Page 8: How The Heading Sensor Works

    Magnetic North matches True North. If you have trailered the boat to a new location, the compass’ operation may also be affected by a different magnetic zone. The Humminbird fish finder compensates for magnetic declination and also allows you to make additional adjustments from the menu system.

  • Page 9: How Nmea 2000 Works

    NMEA 2000 Messages (PGN) The following NMEA 2000 input/output messages are available when NMEA 2000 is turned on and the AS GPS HS N2K Sensor is detected and selected as a source. Message (PGN)

  • Page 10: Installation Overview

    NMEA 2000 backbone (see Section 3: Connect to the Fish Finder). NOTE To purchase drop cables or other related accessories, visit our Web site at humminbird.johnsonoutdoors.com or contact Humminbird Technical Support through our Help Center at https://humminbird-help.johnsonoutdoors. com/hc/en-us. Installation Overview...

  • Page 11: Install The Sensor

    2. Install the Sensor There are three different options to mount the sensor. Proceed to the section that matches the type of mounting location you will be using, as follows: Stem Mount with 1" - 14 Thread The sensor will be mounted on a stem or antenna pole.

  • Page 12: Stem Mount With 1"-14 Thread

    A. Stem Mount with 1"-14 Thread Use the following instructions to stem mount the Sensor: CAUTION Do NOT mount the Sensor to a stem mount or antenna pole that contains ferrous metals. NOTE It is important to review the mounting considerations and test run the cable route as indicated in Section 1 before proceeding with the installation.
  • Page 13 5. Attach the Sensor to its base using the included Positioning the Arrow on the Compass #6-19 x 1-1/8" screws. Hand tighten only. NOTE If you use mounting hardware other than the provided screws, the hardware must be non-ferrous brass or nickel to prevent magnetic interference.

  • Page 14: Access Under Mounting Location

    B. Access Under Mounting Location Use the following instructions to deck mount the Sensor and route the cable down through the mounting surface: NOTE It is important to review the mounting considerations and test run the cable route as indicated in Section 1 before proceeding with the installation. 1.
  • Page 15 6. Align the Sensor’s screw holes over the pilot screw holes and attach with the #8-19 x 1 1/2" Phillips head screws. Hand tighten only. NOTE If the mounting surface is thin or made of a light-weight material, you may need to add reinforcing material below the mounting surface in order to support the Sensor.

  • Page 16: No Access Under Mounting Location

    C. No Access Under Mounting Location Use the following instructions to deck mount the Sensor and route the cable to the side if there is not space for a cable underneath the mounting location. NOTE It is important to review the mounting considerations and test run the cable route as indicated in Section 1 before proceeding with the installation.
  • Page 17 NOTE Use included hardware. All hardware must be non-ferrous brass or nickel to prevent magnetic interference. Positioning the Arrow Attaching the Sensor to on the Compass the Mounting Surface #8-19 x 1 1/2" mounting screws cable routed through the hole Installation - NO Access Under...

  • Page 18: Connect To The Fish Finder

    3. Connect to the Fish Finder There are two different options to connect the Sensor to your Fish Finder. You can connect the Sensor to your existing NMEA 2000 backbone, or you can connect the Sensor directly to your fish finder, which requires an external power source.

  • Page 19: Connect To Nmea 2000 Network

    NOTE The AS GPS HS (N2K) operating voltage is 9-16 VDC. To purchase drop cables, data T-connectors or other accessories, visit our Web site at humminbird. johnsonoutdoors.com. Installation...

  • Page 20: Connect To Fish Finder

    This NMEA 2000 Direct Cable is NOT intended for use with a NMEA 2000 backbone. It should ONLY be used with the AS GPS HS N2K and a compatible Humminbird fish finder. The input voltage for the SAE power cable is a nominal marine vessel voltage of 12 V DC.
  • Page 21 If you are unable to obtain a battery switch and are forced to connect the power cable directly to the battery, be aware that this will drain the battery. Humminbird recommends connecting to a power source/battery via a switch and fuse/circuit protection device.

  • Page 22: Power On And Confirm Gps Reception

    4. Power on and Confirm GPS Reception Follow the instructions below to power on your Humminbird fish finder and verify GPS reception. XPLORE/APEX/SOLIX Series Confirm GPS Connection 1. Press the POWER key. 2. Press the HOME key. 3. Review the top, right corner of the status bar.
  • Page 23 Review GPS Reception 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Tools. 3. Select the GPS tool. • Under GPS (1), select Satellites. • Under GPS (1), select Signal Strength. GPS (1) Satellite Sky Chart Select GPS Source When the Sensor is connected to the fish finder, it will be assigned as the primary source GPS (1).
  • Page 24 HELIX Series 1. Press the POWER/LIGHT key. 2. When the Title screen is displayed, press the MENU key to access the Start-Up Options Menu. 3. If a functioning transducer is connected, Normal operation will be selected automatically, and your Fishing System can be used on the water.

  • Page 25: Confirm Nmea 2000 Connection

    5. Confirm NMEA 2000 Connection When the Sensor is connected to the Humminbird, it will be detected automatically. You can also manually select equipment and set the data offset. XPLORE/APEX/SOLIX Series View Connected Systems Use the NMEA 2000 Devices dialog box to review the NMEA 2000 GPS connection.
  • Page 26 Select NMEA 2000 Data Sources When equipment is connected to the control head, the equipment and its data will be detected automatically. Use the instructions in this section to manually select devices to use on the NMEA 2000 network. 1. From the NMEA 2000 menu, select NMEA 2000 Devices. 2.
  • Page 27 HELIX G4N Series Use the Accessory Test View to review GPS and NMEA 2000 connection. Accessory Test View 1. Press and hold the VIEW key. 2. Select System > Accessory Test. 3. Confirm NMEA 2000 network is connected. Manually Turn on the NMEA 2000 Network 1.
  • Page 28 5. Press the DOWN or UP Cursor key to select a data source. Press the RIGHT Cursor key or CHECK/INFO key to select the data source. 6. Press the EXIT key to return to the NMEA2K Sources menu. 7. Repeat steps 3 – 6 to select another data source. Set Data Offsets Use the Data Offsets menu to adjust digital readouts by the amount you set.

  • Page 29: Customize The Nmea 2000 Instrument View

    6. Customize the NMEA 2000 Instrument View The NMEA 2000 Instrument View presents a full screen view of gauges and data boxes. It automatically displays a default data set, or you can select the data readouts and sources for the gauges and data boxes. You can also choose to hide the data boxes.
  • Page 30 6. Set the Warning(s) Threshold: Select a warning (if available), and tap the on/off button to turn it on. Press and hold the slider to set the warning threshold. 7. Close: Press and hold the EXIT key. HELIX G4N Series You can select the data that will be displayed in each box.

  • Page 31: Confirm The Heading Sensor Operation

    7. Confirm the Heading Sensor Operation It is important to confirm that the Heading Sensor is installed correctly by reviewing the heading digital readout. NOTE This procedure should be performed at slow speeds, in calm, open water, in a large area that is far from shallow water, boats, or other obstacles.
  • Page 32 Confirming the Heading Digital Readout (Chart View) course heading Confirming the Heading Digital Readout (Sonar View) course heading Installation...
  • Page 33 HELIX G4N Series 1. Press the MENU key twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Select Navigation tab > North Reference > Magnetic. 3. Press the EXIT key. 4. Select Setup tab > Select Readouts. NOTE If the Select Readouts menu option does not appear under the Setup tab, change the User Mode to Advanced.
  • Page 34 Confirming the Heading Digital Readout (Chart View) course (GPS required) heading (heading sensor required) Confirming the Heading Digital Readout (Sonar View) course (GPS required) heading (heading sensor required) Installation...

  • Page 35: Update Software

    Update Software You will need an SD or microSD card (depending on your Humminbird model). 1. Install a formatted SD or microSD card into the computer card slot. 2. Go to humminbird.johnsonoutdoors.com, and click Support > Software Updates. 3. Scroll down to Accessories and Mapping. The available software updates are listed as downloads under each accessory product.

  • Page 36: Contact Humminbird

    Contact Humminbird Contact Humminbird Technical Support through our Help Center at https:// humminbird-help.johnsonoutdoors.com/hc/en-us or in writing to the address below: Humminbird Service Department 678 Humminbird Lane Eufaula AL 36027 USA Social Media Resources: Facebook.com/HumminbirdElectronics X.com (@humminbirdfish) Instagram.com/humminbirdfishing YouTube.com/humminbirdtv Contact Humminbird...

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