Marcum technologies VS485C User Manual
VS485C
Underwater Viewing System
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................... 3
Features ........................................................................................................ 3
Getting Started .............................................................................................. 5
Adjusting the Monitor Settings ....................................................................... 6
Lighting .......................................................................................................... 7
Ice Fishing Application ................................................................................... 7
Open Water Ap plication ................................................................................. 8
Battery Charging ............................................................................................ 8
Product Performance Specifications .............................................................. 9
One Year Warranty ........................................................................................ 9
How to Obtain Service ................................................................................... 9
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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the VS485C, and welcome to the world of
underwater viewing in full color! Your new VS485C can be used to hunt for
underwater treasures, locate the “spot on the spot”, observe fish in their
natural habitat, learn how to interpret signals on your sonar, and learn how fish
react to your lure or bait presentation. Utilizing a color viewing system enables
the user to see how fish, bait, lures and weeds really look. The applications
are endless.
MarCum’s primary objective is to enhance the experience of the outdoor
enthusiast and we’ve created a viewing system that is not only user friendly
on the ice, but is easy to use in open water as well. You will now be able to
stop guessing at what is below the surface and take all the mystery out of
what is underwater. Have fun and good viewing!
Features
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The 800v x 480h high resolution LCD monitor on the VS485C viewing system
provides for an extraordinarily sharp and clear picture under most viewing
conditions. It’s recommended when viewing outdoors, that the backlight
(brightness) be increased to enhance your viewing experience. Although
classified as daylight viewable, it is recommended that you turn the monitor
away
water,
indicated, the
but with direct light and monitor glare it can detract from the picture quality.
800v x 480h super-high resolution LCD monitor.
SONY SUPER HAD II CCD color camera.
Manta camera design utilizing Darkwater Technology lighting system.
50 feet of high strength camera cable.
Removable down-view and trolling fin.
Removable sun shroud.
Front keypad control panel.
On screen monitor adjustments.
Video Output jack.
90° cable connections to prevent cable wear.
Padded soft pack encompasses internal molded case that stores battery
and Manta camera. This provides maximum portability and protection.
7.2 amp 12v rechargeable battery with charger.
Full 1 Year Warranty.
from direct sunlight. When faced with very bright sun and/or dingy
shrouding the monitor will improve the viewing experience. As
screen brightness can be adjusted to improve outside viewing
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The VS485C series LCD systems are considered to be water resistant but
not water proof. They’re designed to be used in the outside elements under
most conditions but under no circumstances should the monitor come in
direct contact with standing water or be submerged. Also, be sure to fold
down and cover the monitor should you experience heavy rain while out in a
boat or on the ice. Should your VS485C viewing system become wet from
rain or snow, be sure to get it to a warm dry place to dry out as soon as
possible. You may experience some blurriness or slowdown in LCD
performance when you first power up the screen in cold temperatures. It can
take up to several minutes before the screen temperature reaches the
appropriate operating range.
In order to create an ultra-clear, high resolution picture, there needs to be a
matching high quality camera. The VS485C uses the best camera module
available; the Sony Super HAD II ultra-low lux CCD. This camera offers a 90°
angle of view, giving the user a wide coverage area for maximum visibility.
The Manta camera design matches the high quality Sony Super HAD CCD
camera with adjustable high intensity white LED lights. This lighting option
incorporates MarCum’s exclusive Darkwater Lighting Technology. Darkwater
technology greatly reduces particulate reflection and increases viewing
distance by positioning the lights above and behind the actual camera lens.
The digital keypad activates an onscreen display for making adjustments to
the monitor brightness, contrast, color and sharpness. In addition to adjusting
the monitor screen settings, the digital keypad also controls underwater
lighting and power ON / OFF.
To clean the monitor screen, use a cleaner recommended for plastic and a
soft cloth towel.
The video output jack located on the rear of the monitor allows for adding an
external monitor such as a bigger screen TV or a video recording device. Be
advised that the video signal coming out of the RCA jack is “analog”, and that
most recording devices are digital, so having a device that will convert the
analog signal to digital may be necessary to successfully record what you see
on your monitor.
The camera and power cables have been designed with 90° terminal
connections to prevent cable wear. Along with the 90° connections, each
connector is keyed differently to prevent plugging the cable into the
cable
port. The rear cable access panel provides cable strain relief and is
wrong
to the back of the monitor. The panel securely holds the cables in
screwed
place and
prevents unnecessary wear.
The 50 feet of reinforced camera cable is flexible for ease of handling yet offers
high tensile strength.
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