B&G Vulcan Installation Manual

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Vulcan Series

Installation Manual

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Preface

Disclaimer

As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance.

It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.

NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.

Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other information relating to the product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from, another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will be the official version of the Documentation.

This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice.

Warranty

The warranty card is supplied as a separate document. In case of any queries, refer to the brand website of your unit or

system: bandg.com.

Regulatory statements

This equipment is intended for use in international waters as well as coastal sea areas administered by the USA, and countries of the E.U. and E.E.A.

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This equipment complies with:

• CE under 2014/53/EU Directive

• The requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio communications

(Electromagnetic Compatibility) standard 2008

• Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The relevant Declaration of conformity is available in the Vulcan section on the following website: bandg.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). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.

L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Warning

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

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and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that of the receiver

• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help

Countries of intended use in the EU

AT - Austria BE - Belgium BG - Bulgaria CY - Cyprus CZ - Czech Republic DK - Denmark EE - Estonia FI - Finland FR - France DE - Germany GR - Greece HU - Hungary IS - Iceland IE - Ireland IT - Italy LV - Latvia LI - Liechtenstein LT - Lithuania LU - Luxembourg MT - Malta NL - Netherlands NO - Norway PL - Poland PT - Portugal RO - Romania SK - Slovak Republic

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SI - Slovenia ES - Spain SE - Sweden CH - Switzerland TR - Turkey UK - United Kingdom

Trademarks

Lowrance® and Navico® are registered trademarks of Navico. Simrad® is used by license from Kongsberg. Navionics® is a registered trademark of Navionics, Inc. NMEA® and NMEA 2000® are registered trademarks of the National

Marine Electronics Association. SiriusXM® is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc. Fishing Hot Spots® is a registered trademark of Fishing Hot Spots Inc.

trademark of FUSION Electronics Ltd. C-MAP is a trademark of Jeppesen. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface,

and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

SD™ and microSD™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of SD-3C, LLC in the United States, other countries or both.

2012 by Richardson’s Maptech. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Navico product references

This manual refers to the following Navico products:

• Broadband Sounder™ (Broadband Sounder)

• DownScan Imaging™ (DownScan)

• DownScan Overlay™ (Overlay)

• GoFree™ (GoFree)

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• INSIGHT GENESIS® (Insight Genesis)

• SonicHub® (SonicHub)

About this manual

This manual is a reference guide for installing the Vulcan Series units.

Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:

Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or

some important information.

Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn

personnel that they should proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/ personnel.

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Contents

11 Check the contents

11 Vulcan 5 box contents 12 Vulcan 7 FS box contents

13 Overview

13 Front controls 14 Rear connections 16 Card reader

17 Installation

17 Mounting location 18 Bracket mounting 20 Panel mounting 20 Transducer installation

21 Wiring

21 Guidelines 22 Power Connections 23 Power Control connection 24 External alarm 25 Connecting control devices 25 NMEA 2000 backbone 27 CZone connection to NMEA 2000 28 Transducer connection

29 Software Setup

29 First time startup 29 Time and Date 29 Data source selection 31 Sonar setup 32 StructureScan 33 Autopilot setup 44 Fuel setup 47 CZone setup 48 Wireless setup 51 NMEA 2000 setup 52 Software updates and data backup

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55 Accessories

56 Supported data

56 NMEA 2000 compliant PGN List

61 Specifications

61 Mechanical/Environmental 61 Electrical 62 Interfaces

63 Dimensional drawings

63 Vulcan 5 Dimensional drawings 63 Vulcan 7 FS Dimensional drawings

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Check the contents

Check the contents of the box for your unit.

Vulcan 5 box contents

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1 Vulcan 5 2 Sun cover 3 Panel mount gasket 4 Cap (2x on NMEA 2000 and Sonar connectors) 5 Fuse holder (ATC blade) 6 Fuse (3 amp) 7 Power/NMEA 2000 cable 8 Panel mount screws (4x #10 x 1/2" PN HD SS)

9 Quick Release Bracket screws (4x #10 x 3/4" PN HD SS) 10 Quick Release Bracket 11 Documentation pack

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1 Vulcan 7 FS

2 Sun cover

3 Panel mount gasket

4 Caps (2x, on NMEA 2000 and Sonar connectors)

5 Fuse holder (ATC blade)

6 Fuse (3 amp)

7 Power cable

8 Panel mount screws (4x #10 x 1/2" PN HD SS)

9 U Bracket mount screws (4x #10 x 3/4" PN HD SS) 10 U Bracket 11 Bracket knobs (2x) 12 Documentation pack

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Overview

The unit has a built-in CHIRP/Broadband and StructureScan sonar. The Vulcan units can network over NMEA 2000, this allows access to

sensor data. The unit has built-in high speed GPS receiver (10Hz) and supports

Insight charts from Navico including Insight Genesis. The system also supports charts from Navionics and Jeppesen as well as content created by a variety of third party mapping providers in the AT5 format. For a full selection of available charts, visit gofreeshop.com, c-map.jeppesen.com, or navionics.com.

The unit may be mounted to the vessel with the supplied mounting bracket, or panel mounted on the dash.

The unit is intended for 12 V DC operation and will accept the moderate fluctuations commonly seen in DC systems.

Front controls

1 Touch screen

2 Power button

Press and hold to turn the unit ON/OFF. Press once to display the System Controls dialog.

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Rear connections

Vulcan 5 rear connections

SONAR

PWR/N2K

1 2 3

1 Sonar - CHIRP, Broadband, DownScan, and SideScan

imaging (dependent on the transducer)

2 Card reader

3 Power 12 V DC supply input and NMEA 2000

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Vulcan 7 FS rear connections

NMEA2000 POWER SONAR

1 NMEA 2000 - data input / output

2 Power - 12 V DC supply input

3 Sonar - CHIRP, Broadband, DownScan, and SideScan

imaging (dependent on the transducer)

4 Card reader

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Card reader

Used for attaching a microSD memory card. The memory card can be used for detailed chart data, software updates, transfer of user data, and system backup.

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.

Card reader on the Vulcan 5 Card reader on the Vulcan 7 FS

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Installation

Mounting location

Choose the mounting locations carefully before you drill or cut. The unit should be mounted so that the operator can easily use the controls and clearly see the screen. Be sure to leave a direct path for all of the cables. The unit has a high-contrast screen, and is viewable in direct sunlight, but for best results install the unit out of direct sunlight. The chosen location should have minimal glare from windows or bright objects.

Ensure that any holes cut are in a safe position and will not weaken the boat’s structure. If in doubt, consult a qualified boat builder, or marine electronics installer.

Before cutting a hole in a panel, make sure that there are no hidden electrical wires or other parts behind the panel.

Check that it is possible to route cables to the intended mounting location.

Leave sufficient clearance to connect all relevant cables. 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.

The mounting location may affect the internal GPS receiver. Test the unit in its intended location to ensure satisfactory reception. An external GPS source can be added to overcome poor reception areas.

Choose an area where the unit will not be subjected to excessive vibration, or heat.

Good ventilation is required.

Warning: Inadequate ventilation may cause the unit

to overheat. The unit is designed to operate in temperatures from -15° C to +55° C (+5° F to +131° F).

For overall width and height requirements, refer to "Dimensional drawings" on page 63.

Choose a location that will not expose the unit to conditions that exceed the IP rating - refer to "Specifications" on page 61.

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Warning: When installing, ensure appropriate safety

equipment is used. For example, ear muffs, protective glasses, gloves and a dust mask. Power tools may exceed safe noise levels, and can cast off dangerous projectiles. The dust from many materials commonly used in boat construction may cause irritation or damage to eyes, skin, and lungs.

Bracket mounting

Quick release bracket mounting

The Vulcan 5 can be mounted with the quick release bracket.

1. Place the bracket in the desired mounting location. Ensure that

the chosen location has enough height to accommodate the unit fitted in the bracket, allows tilting of the unit and connecting cables in the back.

Note: Ensure that the chosen location has enough height

to accommodate the unit fitted in the bracket, allows tilting of the unit and connecting cables in the back.

2. Mark the screw locations using the bracket as a template, and

drill pilot holes.

Note: Use fasteners suited to the mounting surface

material. If the material is too thin for self-tappers, reinforce it, or mount the bracket with machine screws and large washers. Use only 304 or 316 stainless steel fasteners.

3. Screw down the bracket.

4. Snap the unit to the bracket.

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5. Tilt the unit to the desired position angle.

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 Vulcan 7 FS can be mounted with the U bracket.

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1. Place the bracket in the desired mounting location. Ensure that

the chosen location has enough height to accommodate the unit fitted in the bracket, and allows tilting of the unit. Also adequate space is required on both sides to allow tightening and loosening of the knobs.

2. Mark the screw locations using the bracket as a template, and

drill pilot holes. Use fasteners suited to the mounting surface material. If the material is too thin for self-tappers, reinforce it, or mount the bracket with machine screws and large washers. Use only 304 or 316 stainless steel fasteners.

3. Screw down the bracket.

4. Mount the unit to the bracket using the knobs. Hand tighten

only. The ratchet teeth in the bracket and unit case ensure a positive grip and prevent the unit from changing from the desired angle.

Panel mounting

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

Transducer installation

For transducer installation information, refer to separate installation instructions included with the transducer.

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