Navman FISH 440, FISH400, F440 Installation And Operation Manual

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NAVMAN

F440

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Contents

Introduction......................................................................................................................................6

Specifications ..................................................................................................................................6

Installation........................................................................................................................................ 7

Location........................................................................................................................................ 7

Installation – The Transducer ......................................................................................................... 8

• Transom Mount Transducer ......................................................................................................8

Location ................................................................................................................................. 8

Mounting ................................................................................................................................ 8

• Other Types of Transducers ..................................................................................................... 9

Wiring connection ........................................................................................................................... 9

Electrical protection ..................................................................................................................... 9

Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 10

Introduction ................................................................................................................................10

Primary functions and quick operation introduction ................................................................. 10

Menu selection system ............................................................................................................. 10

Display and Operating Modes .....................................................................................................11

Echo mode ........................................................................................................................11

Autofish mode ................................................................................................................... 11

Analogue-scope function .................................................................................................12

Navigate Mode ...........................................................................................................12

Changing the mode of operation ............................................................................................... 1 3

Range function .............................................................................................................................. 13

Setting the display range ...........................................................................................................13

Gain function ................................................................................................................................. 14

Setting the gain ..........................................................................................................................14

Display scroll speed ...................................................................................................................... 15

Setting the scroll speed .............................................................................................................15

Alarms .............................................................................................................................................16

Anchor Drag Alarm .................................................................................................................... 16

Setting the alarms ......................................................................................................................16

Setup Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 17

Changing the setup functions ....................................................................................................17

Setup Menu – Speed & Temperature (FISH440 only) ............................................................... 18

Changing the speed & temperature setup................................................................................18

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 19

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a NAVMAN 400 series fishfinder. The 400 series is a powerful, yet easy
to use sonar fish and bottom depth detector. Please read this manual carefully before installing and
using your fishfinder. This manual deals with both the FISH400 and FISH440. The more you know
and understand about the capabilities of the unit, the better it will perform for you.

• Display Size

100mm (4¼") Diagonal. 82 mm x 76 mm
(3¼" x 3")

• Display Type

STN temperature compensated

• Display Matrix

100 x 64 pixels

• Input Voltage

10 to 18 volts DC @ 150 mA max. (lights on)

• Backlighting

Even illumination. Seven levels plus off.

• Operation Temperature

0°C to 40°C ambient ( 32°F to 104°F )

• Log

Records up to 9999.9 nm, km, stored in
memory, resetable.

• Power Output

440 watts RMS (3500 watts peak to peak)
maintained within 10% down to 10.5 volts.

Specifications for 400 Series

• Dimensions

132 mm W(max) x 133 mm H x 46 mm D

• Depth Capability

180 metres, 600 feet

• Transducer Type

Aquatic transom-mount single beam. Thru
hull transducer options are also available.

• Operating Frequency

200 KHz

• Transducer Angle

15 degrees

• Receiver Sensitivity

30 micro volts RMS

• Power Output

400 watts RMS (3200 watts peak-to-peak)
maintained within 10% down to 10.5 volts.

FISH400

NAVMAN

MoveThrough Menu Items

Enter Menu Mode

Advance to Next Menu

Display is backlit for
Night Operation

Active alarms indication

F=Fish, D=Deep, S=Shallow

Alarms On/Off
Change Value Up

Power On/Off
Menu Exit

Backlighting On/Off
Change Value Down

Additional FISH440 Specifications

• Boat Speed

0.0–50.0 kts, mph, kph user selectable

• Water Temperature

0.0–40.0°C (32.0–99.0°F) user selectable

Specifications

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Installation

Location

The FISH400 and FISH440 are water resistant
and may be mounted and operated in many
positions thanks to its compact and robust
bracket, associated with a swivel support.

Note

It may be advisable to install the

transducer and wiring before finalising

the location of the display head and

bracket.

NAVMAN

81.5 (3.2")

35.0 (1.4")

132.0 (5.2")

133.0 (5.2")

149.0 (5.9")

FISH400

When installing the display head, select a position
where it will be:

• at least 300 mm ( 12" ) away from the
compass.

• at least 300 mm ( 12" ) away from any
radio transmitter, such as the VHF.

• easy to read by the helmsman and crew
while under way.

• protected from physical damage during
rough sea passages.

• have easy access to the 12 volt power
source.

• convenient to route the transducer cables.

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Mounting

Once the best location of the transducer is
determined, hold the transducer and bracket
against the transom. The bottom surface of the
transducer needs to sit parallel to the surface of
the water for the best signal return. The lower
face of the transducer should extend down
below the bottom of the hull so that it will be
below the surface of the water at high speeds.
(See fig. 2.1)

fig. 2.1

Minimum
immersion
required

Mark the transom through the bracket slots to
correctly place the two outer screws. Now drill
the two holes in the centre of the slots. This will
allow you to adjust the transducer position later
on if required. Use two of the three stainless
screws supplied to attach the bracket to the
transom. Ensure the lower face of the transducer
is parallel with the ground (see fig. 3.1 and 3.2).
Tighten the two screws.

DEEP-“VEE”

HULL

FLAT-BOTTOM

HULL

fig. 3.1

fig. 3.2

Read this section carefully before attempting
the transducer installation. Remember, the

transducer location is the most critical part
of the installation. If this is not done properly,

the transducer can’t perform at its designed
potential. Therefore the performance of the
fishfinder, especially at higher speeds, will not
be satisfactory.

• Transom Mount T ransducer

Location

The transducer can be installed on any outboard
or sterndrive powered boat. The transom mount
transducer has a safety “kick up” mounting
bracket to help minimise damage to the
transducer should it impact the bottom or floating
debris in the water.

Select a position for the transducer that will:

• allow the transducer a smooth flow of
water over its surface at all times.

• ensure a mount as deep in the water as
possible.

• be clear of any interference from the trailer
when launching or retrieving the boat.

• be away from planing strakes or other
projections from the hull that may cause
aerated water to flow over the face of the
transducer.

• be away from the propeller

• be at least 150 mm ( 6" ) away from the
keel of the boat.

Poor Location

Poor Angle

Good Location and Angle

Good Location

Installation  The Transducer