Mounting Location - B&G Zeus Touch Installation Manual

Mounting location

Choose the mounting locations carefully before you drill or cut. The display should be
mounted so that the operator can easily use the controls and clearly see the display screen.
Be sure to leave a direct path for all of the cables. B&G displays are high-contrast and anti-re-
fl ective, and are viewable in direct sunlight, but for best results install the display out of direct
sunlight. The chosen location should have minimal glare from windows or bright objects.
The enclosure that the display is mounted in should be dry and well ventilated. The ventila-
tion of the space behind the unit should be enough to prevent excessive heat build up as a
combined result of radiated heat off the heat sink, and sunlight heating of the enclosure. In
very small enclosures, also subject to heating from the sun, it may be required to fi t forced
cooling.
Ensure that any holes cut are in a safe position and will not weaken the boat's structure. If in
doubt, consult a qualifi ed boat builder.
Before cutting a hole in a panel, make sure that there are no hidden electrical wires or other
parts behind the panel.
Do not mount any part where it can be used as a hand hold, where it might be submerged, or
where it will interfere with the operation, launching or retrieving of the boat.
If bracket mounting the display choose an area where the display will not be subjected to
excessive vibration.
The mounting location will aff ect the internal GPS receiver. Ensure you test the unit in its
intended location to ensure satisfactory reception. An external GPS source may be added to
overcome poor reception areas.
Leave suffi cient clearance space to connect all relevant cables.
For overall width and height requirements, please see the dimensions section on page 53.
 Note:
The bracket kit is an optional accessory that needs to be ordered seperately.
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Warning: Poor ventilation combined with a small mounting enclosure could potentially
cause the display to overheat - B&G displays are designed to operate in temperatures from
-15° C to +55° C (+5° F to +131° F).
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