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VesselView Race Edition

Installation, Calibration & Operation Manual
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Safety Alerts and Notices
Throughout this publication, dangers, warnings, cautions, and notices, accompanied
by the international HAZARD symbol ! , are used to alert the technician to special
instructions concerning a particular service or operation that may be hazardous if
performed incorrectly or carelessly. These safety alerts follow ANSI standard
Z535.6‑2006 for product safety information in product manuals, instructions, and
other collateral materials. Observe these safety alerts carefully.
These safety alerts alone can not eliminate the hazards they signal. Strict compliance
to these special instructions when performing the service, and common sense
operation are major accident prevention measures.
! DANGER
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Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
! WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
! CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in engine or major

component failure.
IMPORTANT: Identifies information essential to the successful completion of the

task.
NOTE: Indicates information that helps in the understanding of a particular step or
action.
Approved Practices and Procedures

This manual is written to aid in the installation, setup and operation of SmartCraft
equipment. Persons who are not familiar with these or similar products produced by
Mercury Marine, and who have not been trained in the recommended servicing or
installation procedures should have the work performed by an authorized Mercury
Marine dealer technician. Improper installation or servicing of this product could
result in damage to the product or personal injury.
Whenever removing components for service, retain each component in order. At the
time of installation, install each component in the same locations and with the same
mating surfaces as removed.
Cleanliness and Care of Product

© 2008 Mercury Marine
Clean the SmartCraft screen with water and a soft cloth. Do not use detergents.
Manual Revisions and Current Information
Mercury Marine reserves the right to make changes to this manual without prior notification.
Information contained in this document supersedes all information issued before the
publication date of this manual. Refer to dealer service bulletins; operation, maintenance,
and warranty manuals; and installation manuals for other pertinent information concerning
the products described in this manual.
Related Service Bulletin List

Use the following table to record any future service bulletins that affect or add to the
information in this manual. List the bulletin numbers and affected sections or pages in this
manual for your reference.
Section/Page
Bulletin Type Service Bulletin Bulletin Description/Title
Affected
Copyright and Trademark Information

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Precision Parts, Mercury Propellers, Mariner, Verado, Vazer, #1 On The Water, Alpha,
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 - Getting Started
VesselView Specifications.......................................2 Navigating Through the Screens........................8

VesselView Race Edition Components and Part Using Dialog Boxes and Pop‑Up Windows.............9
Numbers.............................................................2 Dialog Boxes.......................................................9
Overview.................................................................. 2 Pop‑Up Window Preferences.............................9
Keypad Functions....................................................4 Alarm Details Pop‑Up Window.......................9
X Button..............................................................4 Trim/Tab Pop‑Up Window Settings..............10
Check Button......................................................4 Page/Screen Organization....................................11
Arrow Trackpad..................................................4 Screen Brightness.................................................12
Propulsion, Vessel, and Environment Buttons....5 Using Brightness/Alarm Button.........................12
Brightness and Alarm Button..............................5 Using the "Clock/Light" Menu Option................12
Menu Button.......................................................5 Status Bar..............................................................13
Turning the VesselView Unit On or Off.................... 5 Fault Icons........................................................14
Restarting VesselView............................................. 5 Fuel Alarms..................................................15
Cleanliness and Care of Product.............................5 Saving Settings......................................................16
Using the Menu Panel.............................................6
Section 2 - Initial Setup and Calibration
Setup Wizard Overview.........................................18 Device Setup....................................................23

Setup Wizard.........................................................18 Tank Setup and Calibration..............................24
Import Configuration (optional).........................19 Tab Setup and Calibration................................36
Engine Setup....................................................21 Complete..........................................................40
Display Setup....................................................22
Section 3 - VesselView Race Edition Screen Overview
Available VesselView Race Edition Display VesselView Race Edition Setup Screens..............52
Screens.................................................................42 Calibrate...........................................................52
MerCruiser Display Screens.............................42 Settings.............................................................54
Outboard and Jet Drive Display Screens..........43 Settings 2..........................................................55
VesselView Race Edition Display Screens............43 Alarms...............................................................57
Propulsion.........................................................44 System Info.......................................................57
Vessel...............................................................48 Tech..................................................................58
Environment and Navigation.............................50
Section 4 - Main Menu
Calibrate (Without Use of Wizard).........................60 Default Method Procedure.........................63

Calibrate Menu Options..................................60 Tank Calibration Using Manual Method.....65
Tank Calibration.............................................60 Manual Method Procedure........................66
Tank Type, Size, and Location Selection.....60 Tank Calibration Using Fill Tank Method...68
Tank Calibration Theory...............................63 Fill Tank Method Procedure.......................68
Tank Calibration Using Default Method.....63
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Tab Calibration..............................................71 Offsets...........................................................97
Theory.........................................................71 Settings 2............................................................. 98
Procedure................................................... 72 Settings 2 Menu Options...............................98
Trim Calibration Theory.................................74 Tabs.............................................................. 98
Default Method Theory............................... 75 Calibration or Adjustment............................ 99
Default Method Procedure........................75 Trim/Tab Pop‑Up (Settings)........................102
Manual Method Theory...............................77 Hot Keys......................................................104
Manual Method Procedure....................... 77 Pages On/Off..............................................107
Configuration.................................................79 Alarms................................................................109
Factory Reset................................................81 Alarms Menu Options..................................109
Reset Settings............................................. 81 VesselView Warning Horn Strategy............109
Adding or Removing Sensors to the Active Alarms..............................................110
Vessel......................................................... 81 Fault Icons................................................111
Save Configuration........................................ 82 Viewing Active Alarms..............................112
Load Configuration........................................85 Viewing Alarm Details...............................113
Settings................................................................ 87 Alarm History...............................................113
Settings Menu Options..................................87 Alarm History Details................................114
Screen Options............................................. 87 Clearing Alarm History..............................115
Status Bar................................................... 89 System Information............................................116
Steering....................................................... 90 System Information Menu Options..............116
Clock/Light.................................................... 91 Software Info...............................................116
Preferences...................................................92 Hardware Info..............................................117
Sensors.........................................................93 Tech...................................................................117
Warnings.......................................................94 Tech Menu Options.....................................117
Units..............................................................95 RPM Bands.................................................117
Units 2...........................................................96
Section 5 - Propulsion Menu
Using Propulsion Screens..................................120 Viewing Oil Temperature...............................124

Viewing Engine Status...................................120 Viewing Trim/Tabs.........................................125
Viewing Fuel Status.......................................121 Viewing Delta Pressure.................................125
Resetting Fuel Used.................................122 Viewing Peak Performance...........................127
Viewing Inches/Rev.......................................122 Resetting Peak Values.............................. 128
Viewing Oil Pressure.....................................123 Viewing Trim/Tabs 2......................................128
Section 6 - Vessel Menu
Using Vessel Screens........................................132 Checking Tank Status....................................135

Viewing Performance and Fuel.....................133 Viewing Steering Position..............................136
Resetting Total Fuel Used........................134 Viewing Generator Data................................137
Checking Vessel Status.................................134
Section 7 - Environment and Navigation Menu
Using Environment and Navigation Screens......140 Resetting Trip Log Amounts.....................144

Viewing Depth and Water Temperature........141 Viewing Fuel to Waypoint Data......................144
Setting Depth Alerts..................................141 Viewing Navigation Data................................146
Viewing Trip Log Information.........................143
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Section 8 - Installation and Wiring
Cutting the Instrument Panel...............................148 MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Dual

Preparing the Mounting Location.................148 Engine.............................................................156
Cutting the Panel..........................................148 MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Triple
Securing VesselView to the Instrument Engine.............................................................160
Panel............................................................149 MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Quad
VesselView Bezel Removal..........................149 Engine.............................................................164
DTS Wiring Guidelines........................................150 Mercury Racing Sterndrive Applications.........167
Wiring Guidelines for Electrical Boat Accessories Installing the Ambient Air Temperature Sensor. . .168
........................................................................150 Installing the NMEA 0183 Adapter Harness........169
Harness Installation Guidelines......................150 NMEA 0183 Connector...................................170
VesselView Harness Connection for SmartCraft Calibration Logs...................................................172
Version 07 and Up...............................................151 Tank Calibration Reference Sample Log........172
Wiring Connections for SmartCraft Version 07....152 Tank Calibration Reference Log.....................174
VesselView Harness and Adapter..................152 Manual Tank Calibration Screen Log.............175
MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Single VesselView Template Cutout..............................175
Engine ............................................................154
Section 9 - Glossary of Terms and Service Contact Information
VesselView Systems Terminology......................180 Mercury Marine Service Offices..........................182
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Section 1 - Getting Started 1

Table of Contents
VesselView Specifications.................................... 2 Using the Menu Panel.......................................... 6
VesselView Race Edition Components and Part Navigating Through the Screens .................... 8
Numbers ......................................................... 2 Using Dialog Boxes and Pop-Up Windows........... 9
Overview............................................................... 2 Dialog Boxes .................................................. 9
Keypad Functions................................................. 4 Pop-Up Window Preferences ......................... 9
X Button ......................................................... 4 Alarm Details Pop-Up Window ................. 9
Check Button .................................................. 4 Trim/Tab Pop-Up Window Settings ........ 10
Arrow Trackpad .............................................. 4 Page/Screen Organization.................................. 11
Propulsion, Vessel, and Environment Buttons Screen Brightness.............................................. 12
....................................................................... 5 Using Brightness/Alarm Button .................... 12
Brightness and Alarm Button ......................... 5 Using the "Clock/Light" Menu Option ........... 12
Menu Button ................................................... 5 Status Bar........................................................... 13
Turning the VesselView Unit On or Off................. 5 Fault Icons .................................................... 14
Restarting VesselView.......................................... 5 Fuel Alarms ............................................ 15
Cleanliness and Care of Product.......................... 5 Saving Settings................................................... 16
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VesselView Specifications
Component Specification
Power / Digital Communications 2‑24 Pin VesselView Female Harness Connectors
V1.1 or V2.0 (That is stated to be backwards compatible to
V1.1)
USB Port
IMPORTANT: VesselView unit will not recognize memory sticks
that are only V2.0 compatible.
Ethernet Port For future option.
180.5 mm x 112.0 mm
Case
(7.1 in. x 4.4 in.)
VesselView Unit Dimensions
197.8 mm x 132.5 mm
Bezel
(7.8 in. x 5.2 in.)
Net Weight (VesselView Unit without Harness) 0.82 kg (1.8 lb)
VesselView Race Edition Components and Part Numbers

IMPORTANT: A SystemView harness is NOT compatible with VesselView. VesselView
must only be installed using the harness contained in the VesselView kit.
VesselView Race Edition Kits
Harness/Kit/Component Part Number
Service Kit: Includes only the display unit. 79‑898277K14
Kit Without GPS: Includes display, vessel harness assy., GPS harness assy., VesselView
79‑898277K15
adapter harness, and USB extension harness with dash mount plug.
Kit With GPS: Includes K15, GPS antenna, and CAN P extension harness. 79‑898277K16
VesselView Race Edition Kit Components

Harness/Kit/Component Part Number
Vessel Harness Assembly 84‑898273T01
VesselView Adapter Harness (Not required if a Mercury Racing Sterndrive Rigging Kit is
84‑889278T01
installed on vessel.)
GPS Antenna 879172T64
VesselView NEMA 0183 Adapter Harness Assembly 84‑899751T01
CAN P GPS Harness 84‑879171T23
Temperature Sensor Assembly 56‑820386A76
USB Extension Harness With Dash Mount Plug 84‑8M2100083
Overview
VesselView Race Edition is a comprehensive vessel information center. VesselView Race
Edition displays vital information for up to three engines at one time and link gauge support
for a fourth engine. It continuously monitors and reports basic operating data, as well as
detailed information such as sea water temperature and depth, trim status, vessel speed
and steering angle, and the status of fuel, oil, water, and waste tanks.
VesselView Race Edition can be fully integrated with a vessels global positioning system
(GPS) or other NMEA‑compatible device to provide navigation, speed, and
fuel‑to‑destination information.
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The VesselView unit is equipped with a USB port that enables configuration settings to be
saved to, or imported from, a USB memory stick.
b
c
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VesselView Race Edition display screens are grouped into three categories:
a - Propulsion button enables you to c - Environment and Navigation
quickly access the propulsion button enables you to quickly
screens that are related to access the environment and
propulsion, trim, tabs, and engine navigation screens that are related
performance. to depth, navigation, and GPS.
b - Vessel button enables you to
quickly access the vessel screens
that are related to fuel use, tank
levels, and other items such as
generators, heating and air
conditioning systems, and
ventilation.
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Keypad Functions
Mounted on the VesselView unit are seven buttons and an arrow trackpad for easy
navigation through screens and pages.
a b
g h
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a- X button e- Vessel button
b- Check button f- Environment and navigation button
c- Arrow trackpad g- Brightness and alarm button
d- Propulsion button h- Menu button
X Button
• Enables a full shut down of VesselView when held down while the engine key
switch is turned off.
• Deactivates or cancels the highlighted selection.
• Performs other functions as described in the on‑screen prompts.
• Closes the menu panel.
Check Button
• Activates or confirms the highlighted selection.
• Accesses functions within pages.
Arrow Trackpad
• Operates the up, down, and side‑to‑side movement of the VesselView cursor to
navigate through the various screens and function prompts.
• Toggles through the available category screens.
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Propulsion, Vessel, and Environment Buttons
• Opens the last screen viewed in the particular category.
• Toggles through the available category screens.
Brightness and Alarm Button
• Opens the screen brightness control for brightness adjustment of the VesselView
screen (when no faults are present).
• Enables quick access to the "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen where active faults and their
details are shown (when faults are present).
Menu Button
• Opens the menu panel of the active category.
• Toggles between the "Main" menu and the menu of the active category.
Turning the VesselView Unit On or Off

The VesselView unit automatically turns on when the key switch for any engine connected
to the unit is turned to the "RUN" position.
VesselView enters suspend mode 48 hours after the key switches for all engines connected
to the VesselView unit are turned to the "OFF" position. When any engine key switch is
turned to the "RUN" position again, VesselView quickly displays the last active screen.
To shut down the VesselView unit completely for storage or to save configuration session
changes, press the X button while turning the engine key switches to the "OFF" position.
Do not interrupt power to the unit while it displays the powering off screen. If power is
interrupted while VesselView is shutting down, changes made during that session may be
lost. When any engine key switch is turned to the "RUN" position again, VesselView
displays the last active screen after it completes the boot sequence.
IMPORTANT: If the battery switches are turned off, the VesselView unit will shut down
immediately, while this will not damage the unit, all session configuration changes made
since the last configuration save will be lost.
NOTE: When not in use, cover the VesselView unit with its protective cover to prevent the
screen from becoming damaged.
During the initial startup sequence for VesselView, a setup wizard screen appears,
prompting you to enter the initial setup for the unit. If this happens, follow the procedures in
Section 2 - Setup and Calibration. This setup wizard does not return once completed
unless a factory reset is performed.
Restarting VesselView
At any time you can restart VesselView without the loss of any information or configuration
changes.
To restart VesselView, press and hold the X button and the check button at the same time
until the system restarts. VesselView will display the last active screen after it completes
the boot up cycle.
Cleanliness and Care of Product

Clean the VesselView screen with water and a soft cloth. Do not use detergents. When not
in use, cover the VesselView unit with its protective cover to prevent the screen from
becoming damaged.
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Using the Menu Panel

Menus enable you to quickly access the same screens available through the propulsion,
vessel, and environment and navigation buttons; as well as the calibration, settings,
settings 2, alarms, system, and RPM bands information screens only available in the menu
panel. To use the menu panel, follow these steps:
1. Press the menu button. The menu panel specific to the currently open screen category
("Propulsion", "Vessel", "Env/Nav") appears.
2. Press a button to open the appropriate menu panel.
a. To see the available propulsion screens, press the propulsion button and then the
menu button. The "Propulsion" menu panel appears.
IMPORTANT: The available VesselView menu options may display differently than those
listed in the pictures; menu options depend on the engine type, if tabs are a part of the
vessel configuration, and if screens have been manually turned on or off. Those screens
turned off in the "Pages On/Off" menu option will also not appear in their respective menu.
If you suspect you are missing a screen, refer to Section 4 ‑ Pages On/Off and review the
list to ensure all screens are turned on.
Propulsion
Engine Status
Fuel Status
Inches/Rev
Oil Press
Oil Temp
Trim/Tabs
Delta Press
Peak Perf
Trim/Tabs 2
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Propulsion Menu Panel
b. To see the available vessel screens, press the vessel button and then the menu
button. The "Vessel" menu panel appears.
Vessel
Perf & Fuel
Vessel Status
Tank Status
Steer Position
Speed
Generator
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Vessel Menu Panel
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c. To see the available environment and navigation screens, press the environment
and navigation button and then the menu button. The "Env/Nav" menu panel
appears.
Env/Nav
Depth
Trip Log
Fuel To Wpt
Navigation
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Environment/Navigation Menu Panel
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d. To see the available main screens, with the menu panel open in any of the
categories, press the menu button. The "Main" menu panel appears. When the
menu button is pressed again VesselView toggles back to the category menu.
Main
Calibrate a
Settings b
Settings 2 c
Alarms d
System Info e
Tech f
a b c d e f
Calibrate Settings Settings 2 Alarms System Info Tech
Tank Screen Options Tabs Active Alarms Software Info RPM Bands
Tabs Clock/Light Trim/Tab Popup Alarm History Hardware Info
Trim Preferences Hot Keys
Configuration Sensors Pages On/Off

h RPM Bands
STBD History
Factory Reset Warnings
PORT History
Save Configs Units Screen Opt. g
Load Configs Units 2 Status bar
Offsets Steering
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a- Calibration menu
b- Settings menu
c- Settings 2 menu
d- Alarms menu
e- System Info menu
f- Tech menu
g- Screen Options menu
h- RPM Bands menu
3. Use the arrow trackpad to choose a menu item.

4. Press the check button to confirm your choice.
Navigating Through the Screens
There are four distinct ways to navigate through the various VesselView screens.
1. By pressing the propulsion button, vessel button, or the environment and navigation
button. The available screens in each category can be adjusted using the Pages On/
Off screen. Refer to Section 4 - Pages On/Off for the description of how to select
specific screens to appear in each category.
2. By pressing the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad. This will toggle through the
available screens of the selected category.
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3. By pressing the menu button. The available screens in each category will appear in the
menu list of data screens. The menu list of data screens is influenced by the "Pages
On/Off" screen. The data screens turned off will not appear in the menu list.
4. By pressing the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad. This will jump to a predefined
hot key screen that is assigned to that arrow function. Refer to Section 4 - Hot Keys
for the description of how to assign hot keys.
Using Dialog Boxes and Pop‑Up Windows

Dialog boxes appear within screens to enable access to controls, functions, changes to
settings, or calibrations, specific to that screen. Pop‑up windows are informational windows
that show alarms or a status of something like the tab position or propulsion unit trim
position. Pop‑up windows will appear on any screen in VesselView as a pop‑up window
and will remain open for a short duration of time or, as is the case of the "ALARMS
DETAILS" pop‑up window, the X button is pressed.
Dialog Boxes
The control icon appears in the upper left corner of any screen that includes a dialog box
for access to controls and screen functions. The control icon disappears about 3 seconds
after each screen is loaded. To open a dialog box from one of these screens, press the
check button. To close the dialog box, press the X button.
b
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a - Control icon b - Dialog box
Pop‑Up Window Preferences

There are two pop‑up windows that can be adjusted to appear once limits are reached and/
or off so they do not appear; the "ALARM DETAILS" pop‑up and the, depending on the
vessel configuration, "TRIM" or "TRIM/TAB" pop‑up.
ALARM DETAILS POP-UP WINDOW
Alarms and faults will display on the "ALARM DETAILS" pop‑up window to notify you of a
condition requiring your attention. Refer to Section 4 - Alarms for more information about
alarms. To close the "ALARM DETAILS" pop‑up window press the X button.
To access the "ALARM DETAILS" preferences pop‑up, press the menu button until the
"Main" menu appears, then select "Settings" > "Preferences". Press the down or up arrow
on the arrow trackpad to highlight the "POP‑UP WARNINGS" preference. Pressing the left
or right arrow on the arrow trackpad will toggle between "YES" or "NO".
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If no is selected the faults/warnings will not appear as a pop‑up on the screen but the status
bar will still display the current faults/warnings. Refer to Section 1 - Status Bar for further
information.
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TRIM/TAB POP-UP WINDOW SETTINGS

The trim/tab pop‑up window can be modified to be "On" or "Off", its length of time that the
pop‑up remains open as well the quality of the pop‑up detail ("Standard" or "High
Resolution"). To access the "TRIM/TAB SETTINGS" screen, press the menu button until
the "Main" menu appears, then select "Settings 2" > "Trim/Tab Popup".
STANDARD HIGH RESOLUTION
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Depending on the vessel configuration, the pop‑up will only display components connected
to the VesselView unit. If both trim and tabs exist on the vessel, and are connected to the
VesselView unit, the "TRIM/TAB" pop‑up will display both the trim chart and the tab chart.
Whereas, if only trim is connected, only the trim chart will display in the pop‑up.
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To change the settings for the trim/tab pop‑up window, refer to Section 4 - Trim/Tab
Pop-Up (Settings).
Page/Screen Organization
VesselView enables a user to specify exactly what screens, in each of the three categories,
they want to have visible for quick access. Each category; propulsion, vessel, or
environment and navigation, have a variety of default screen layouts with different
information on each. Refer to Section 4 - Pages On/Off to learn how to select screens for
each category.
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Screen Brightness
There are two methods to adjust the brightness; with the "Main" > "Settings" > "Clock/Light"
menu option or with the brightness/alarm button. The screen brightness can be adjusted
using the brightness/alarm button while in any VesselView display screen as long as there
is not an active fault in the system. If an active fault exists, the brightness/alarm button will
first go to the "Active Alarms" screen. Press the brightness/alarm button a second time and
the "Screen Brightness" control will appear.
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Screen brightness control
The screen brightness control enables you to adjust the brightness of the screen on a scale
of 0 to 15. To adjust screen brightness, use the following steps:
Using Brightness/Alarm Button
1. Press the brightness/alarm button. The "Screen Brightness" control will appear.
2. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust screen brightness. The right
arrow increases brightness. The left arrow decreases brightness.
3. Press the brightness/alarm button to exit.
NOTE: Upon completing any change/customization to VesselView it is necessary to save
your session. Refer to Section 1 - Saving Settings. It is recommended that all changes
be made before saving the session.
Using the "Clock/Light" Menu Option
Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" > "Clock/Light". Refer to Section 4 - Clock/Light to learn
about the other adjustments in this screen.
b
c
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a- Hours
b- Minutes
c- 12/24 Hour Display
d- Brightness
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1. Upon entering the "CLOCK/BRIGHTNESS" screen, the "HOURS (0‑23)" field will be
highlighted in blue.
2. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "BRIGHTNESS" field.
3. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust screen brightness. The right
arrow increases brightness and the left arrow decreases brightness.
4. Once you have selected the preferred brightness setting, press the check button to
save the session.
NOTE: Upon completing any change/customization to VesselView a blue pop‑up message
will appear as a reminder to save your session. Refer to Section 1 - Saving Settings. To
save time, it is recommended that all session changes be saved before holding X button
while keying ALL engines off.
Status Bar
VesselView displays important information in the status bar at the top of each screen. The
status bar displays up to four different icons and messages. Notices of conditions that may
need attention (such as warnings, fuel level alerts, and faults) appear as an icon on the left
side of the status bar with a short description of the fault. The fault text will temporarily
replace the status bar icons until the fault is cleared. If more than one fault has occurred,
the faults will appear one after the other in the sequence they occurred. To clear a fault
message from the status bar, after a fault has been corrected, press the X button. Refer to
Section 4 - Alarms for more information about alarms and fault codes. Refer to Section
1 - Using Dialog Boxes and Pop-Up Windows to learn how to view the "ALARM
DETAILS" pop‑up window.
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Other status information such as time, speed, air temperature, and fuel consumption for
example (a total of 16 data fields to choose from) can appear in either of three data fields.
The data in these fields can be arranged under the "Main" menu by selecting "Settings" >
"Screen Options" > "Status bar". Refer to Section 4 - Screen Options to learn how to
change the data shown in the status bar.
b c d
a
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a- Fault icon location
b- Left data field
c- Center data field
d- Right data field
Data fields available in status bar

• Time
• Speed (acquired with either a • Course Over Ground
pitot, paddle, or GPS) • Bearing to Way Point
• Speed Over Ground (acquired • Air Temperature
with a GPS) • Port Tab
• Sea Temperature • Starboard Tab
• Gear • Starboard Trim
• Fuel Usage • Port Trim
• Fuel Level • Volts
• Depth
Fault Icons
VesselView displays fault icons to alert the operator of any faults or warnings with an icon
on the left side of the status bar. A description of the fault or warning will appear over the
other status bar fields. If all systems are operating normally a green icon with the word
"OK" inside will be displayed. For all other faults, there are four icons to warn the operator.
The operator can view the fault in detail by pressing the brightness/alarm button. Refer to
Section 4 - Alarms.
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Icon or Message Icon Description Warning Description
Blue "OK" inside a green circle. All systems are operating normally
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Yellow "!" on a black

Warning ‑ A fault has occurred.
background in a yellow triangle.
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Alarm ‑ A fault has occurred and has activated engine

White "!" inside a red triangle.
guardian.
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Fuel Level Low

Black fuel pump on a yellow
(The warning pop‑up will appear to acknowledge the
background inside a black
critical fuel level. The warning pop‑up can be turned off but
circle.
the status bar icon and message will always appear.)
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Fuel Level Critical

(A warning horn will begin and the warning pop‑up will
White fuel pump on a red
appear to acknowledge the critical fuel level. The audible
background.
alarm and the warning pop‑up can both be turned off but
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FUEL ALARMS
IMPORTANT: A fuel fault alarm will only occur if all fuel tanks on the vessel, connected to
VesselView, are sending a low fuel condition fault. If only one of many is sending a low fuel
condition fault, the VesselView will not identify the fault. The system looks at all tanks
defined as fuel and adds them all together into a single sum. The alarms are based off of
the sum of all fuel tanks.
Fuel Low Level Icon—This icon will appear when the "FUEL LOW LEVEL" percentage of
remaining fuel is reached. By default, VesselView has the low level percentage set to 25%.
This percentage can be modified in the "WARNINGS" screen. Menu path: "Main" >
"Settings" > "Warnings". Refer to Section 4 - Warnings.
Fuel Critical Level Icon—This icon will appear when the "FUEL CRIT LEVEL" percentage
of remaining fuel is reached. By default, VesselView has the critical level percentage set
to 10%. This percentage can be modified in the "WARNINGS" screen. Menu path: "Main"
> "Settings" > "Warnings". Refer to Section 4 - Warnings.
In conjunction with the fault icon and message appearing in the status bar, two other means
of warning the operator are built into VesselView; a warning horn and warnings pop‑up
window. Both of these can be turned on or off but the status bar icon and warning message
will always appear.
• The audible warning is set within the "WARNINGS" screen. Menu path: "Main" >
"Settings" > "Warnings". Refer to Section 4 - Warnings.
• The warning pop‑up window is set within the "PREFERENCES" screen. Menu path:
"Main" > "Settings" > "Preferences". Refer to Section 4 - Preferences.
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Saving Settings
VesselView operates in sessions. Configuration changes can be made to a session but
when the VesselView unit is shutdown before saving it will lose those changes and go back
to its default settings (or last saved configuration settings). When changes are made to any
of the VesselView settings, whether for calibrating settings or for customization, those
changes need to be saved.
IMPORTANT: If the battery switches are turned off, the VesselView unit will shut down. All
session configuration changes made since the last configuration save will be lost.
When changing data in the fields of a screen, the screen may state to press the check
button to save the changes but in essence you are only saving those changes to the current
session. After a change is made to any VesselView screen press the check button to save
the changes made to the session or X button to cancel any changes.
Upon completing any change/customization to VesselView a blue pop‑up message will
appear as a reminder to save your settings (to save the session). To save time, it is
recommended that all session changes be saved before holding X button while keying ALL
engines off.
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IMPORTANT: Pressing the X button while turning the engine key switch "OFF" will save
the current session configuration settings and shut down VesselView.
When the engine key switches are turned back to the "RUN" position, VesselView will
perform a complete reboot that typically takes a few minutes. Due to the length of time to
reboot, it is advantageous to make all necessary configuration changes in a single session
and then save all changes at one time.
There are two methods to save configuration changes made in a session:
• Complete the setup wizard and press the check button. VesselView will save the
changes made in the setup wizard session, shutdown, and reboot.
• When changes have been made to VesselView, outside of the setup wizard, perform
the following procedure.
a. While pressing the X button, turn the engine key switch to the "OFF" position. Be
sure to turn all engine key switches to their "OFF" position if multiple engines exist.
IMPORTANT: If any engine key switch is turned off after you have let go of the X button,
that particular engines session changes will be lost.
b. When any key switch is turned back to the "RUN" position, VesselView displays
the last active screen after it completes the boot up cycle. Though the data is
saved, only data for the engines that have their key switches turned to the "RUN"
position will be displayed.
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Table of Contents
Setup Wizard Overview...................................... 18 Device Setup ................................................ 23 2
Setup Wizard...................................................... 18 Tank Setup and Calibration .......................... 24
Import Configuration (optional) ..................... 19 Tab Setup and Calibration ........................... 36
Engine Setup ................................................ 21 Complete ...................................................... 40
Display Setup ............................................... 22
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Setup Wizard Overview

Turning the key switch to the "RUN" position activates all VesselView units connected to
the system. Complete the initial setup process using the setup wizard when starting up any
VesselView unit for the first time, or after selecting "RESET SETTINGS" on the "FACTORY
RESET" screen. Menu path: "Main" > "Calibrate" > "Factory Reset". This process calibrates
each VesselView to the vessel's engine, sensor, and instrument configuration. The setup
wizard procedures include:
• Import configuration—This is used when a good configuration has been stored onto a
USB memory stick.
• Engine setup—This is used to define the size, type, and quantity of engines installed
on the vessel
• Display setup—This is used to define the screen configuration for your engines.
• Device setup—This is used to differentiate each VesselView Race Edition unit when
multiple VesselView's are installed on the vessel.
• Tank setup and calibration—This is used to define the tanks purpose, size, and location
on the vessel. Tanks will need to be calibrated so that the data displayed in VesselView
is accurate.
• Tab setup and calibration—This is used to define the number of tabs installed on the
vessel and their electrical connection. Tabs will need to be calibrated so that the data
displayed in VesselView is accurate.
NOTE: Trim is not part of the setup wizard but requires setup and calibration. Refer to
Section 4 - Trim Calibration.
Repeat the setup wizard for each VesselView unit installed on the vessel. It is
recommended that the configuration setup and calibration settings be saved onto a USB
memory stick and imported onto other VesselView units rather than having to repeat the
setup procedure.
IMPORTANT: When VesselView Race Edition is first configured (during the setup wizard)
the system will automatically detect sensors that are present and ignores sensor inputs
that have no sensors attached. If a sensor is removed from the system after initial
configuration, VesselView will start to show faults for the removed sensor. To stop the fault
message perform the "Reset Sensor Detection" procedure. Refer to Section 4 - Factory
Reset. VesselView will rescan for sensors, and because the removed sensor no longer
exists, the fault message will go away.
Setup Wizard
The VesselView Race Edition setup wizard guides you through the first steps of configuring
VesselView. The setup wizard begins when the VesselView unit is turned on for the first
time or when a factory reset is performed. There are five areas that the setup wizard assists
in configuring; the engine, the display, the device, the tanks, and the tabs. The VesselView
setup wizard starts with the option to import a saved configuration from a USB memory
stick.
NOTE: A VesselView configuration needs to be previously exported (saved) to a USB
memory stick in order to perform the import function. Refer to Section 4 - Save
Configuration.
To skip the "IMPORT CONFIG" option, press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad. This
will continue the setup wizard and open the "ENGINE SETUP" screen (continue to the
Engine Setup procedure in the setup wizard).
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1. Turn all engine key switches to their "RUN" position. The first screen is the
"WELCOME" screen.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT rush VesselView by pressing buttons while the system is booting
up and acquiring vessel and engine data. When VesselView is initially started or after a
factory reset, the system will take a few seconds to complete its boot‑up process and
acquisition of the vessel and engine data. If you do not see the "IMPORT CONFIG" screen
as your next (second) screen, press the left arrow on the arrow trackpad until it appears.
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2. Press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad to continue to "IMPORT CONFIG".
Import Configuration (optional)
The import configuration option is used to import configuration settings that were saved to
a USB memory stick.
IMPORTANT: The VesselView unit will recognize USB memory sticks of version 1.1 or a
USB memory stick of version 2.0 that is stated to be backwards compatible to version 1.1.
The VesselView unit will not recognize memory sticks that are only version 2.0 compatible.
IMPORTANT: Configuration settings saved to a USB memory stick are compiled into one
data file. Only one file can exist in the root of the USB memory stick. VesselView will not
recognize multiple import files.
1. The "IMPORT CONFIG" screen instructs you to insert a USB memory stick and wait
for instructions.
IMPORT CONFIG
TO IMPORT CONFIGURATION, INSERT

MEMORY STICK AND WAIT FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
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2. Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port on the back of the VesselView unit.
c
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a - Ethernet port (for future option)
b - USB port
c - USB memory stick
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the USB memory stick until the import process is complete.
3. When the memory stick is detected, the "IMPORT CONFIG" screen will display
"MEMORY STICK READY".
IMPORTANT: If you attempt to load a configuration setting that was not saved to the USB
memory stick, the import of the data file will not be successful; a yellow pop‑up message
will appear stating "IMPORT UNSUCCESSFUL". If you can recall the configuration setting
that was not saved, select "SKIP" for that particular configuration setting. That particular
configuration setting will need to be setup and calibrated accordingly. Refer to Section 4 ‑
Calibrate.
To avoid this error, it is practical to save all configuration settings to the USB memory stick
(leave all fields read "EXPORT"). This will resolve any doubt, when loading ("IMPORT")
configuration settings.
IMPORT UNSUCCESSFUL
Import was unable to find
! all the files for the selected
import task.
PRESS (X) TO CONTINUE
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Import unsuccessful pop‑up message
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4. Press the check button to import the saved configuration.
IMPORT CONFIG
TO IMPORT CONFIGURATION, INSERT

MEMORY STICK AND WAIT FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
MEMORY STICK READY TO IMPORT
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5. VesselView will restart and import the configuration.

NOTE: If the imported configuration settings are correct for your power package you have
completed the setup process. Continue to finalize the setup of VesselView. Refer to
Section 4 - Calibrate Menu Options
Engine Setup
VesselView automatically detects the vessel's power package. On the "ENGINE SETUP"
screen, VesselView enables you to change the type and number of engines. The available
power packages are:
• "2 Stroke Gas Outboard" • "Gas Jet Drive"
• "4 Stroke Gas Outboard" • "Gas Verado"
• "Gas Sterndrive" • "Diesel Sterndrive"
• "Gas Sterndrive No Troll" • "Diesel Sterndrive No Troll"
• "Gas Inboard" • "Diesel Inboard"
• "Gas Inboard No Troll" • "Diesel Inboard No Troll"
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a - Engine type
b - Number of engines
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IMPORTANT: The "ENGINE TYPE" field may be blank when the "ENGINE SETUP" screen
initially appears. Before beginning this procedure, wait until an engine type appears in the
"ENGINE TYPE" field (this could take several seconds). If an engine type does not appear,
check that all engine ignition keys are in the "RUN" position and that the VesselView unit
is properly connected. For installation information, refer to Section 8 ‑ Installation and
Wiring.
1. Wait until an engine type appears in the "ENGINE TYPE" field. The "ENGINE TYPE"
field may take several seconds to detect the engine.
2. If the engine type is correct, proceed to step 5; otherwise, press the check button to
access the "ENGINE TYPE" field.
3. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to scroll through the available engine
types.
4. Confirm your selection by pressing the check button.
5. If the number of engines is correct, proceed to step 8; otherwise, press the check button,
then the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to access the "NUMBER OF ENGINES"
field.
6. Press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad to increase the number of engines or the
left arrow to decrease the number of engines. The maximum number of engines is four.
IMPORTANT: Select the total number of engines installed, regardless of how many you
wish to display on VesselView.
7. Confirm your selections by pressing the check button.
8. Press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad to continue to the "DISPLAY SETUP"
screen.
NOTE: VesselView displays data from one engine by default.
NOTE: Although you may select up to four engines, VesselView only displays data for a
maximum of two diesel engines or three gasoline engines. Choosing four engines enables
you to add two more tanks; and to view the total fuel flow, fuel range, and drive link gauges
for all engines. All other data is displayed for the maximum number of engines allowed. It
is recommended that a second VesselView unit be used in a quad engine configuration.
Display Setup
The "DISPLAY SETUP" screen enables you to choose where the data for each engine is
displayed on VesselView. Typically, the engines are displayed left to right in the same order
as their physical locations port to starboard. Some helm configurations may require
different display settings. If you choose to display only one engine in a multi‑engine
application, VesselView displays aggregate data such as total fuel flow and range for all
engines, but displays engine specific data for only the engine selected for that display.
IMPORTANT: Do not choose the same screen location for more than one engine.
1. If the screen locations are correct, proceed to step 6; otherwise, press the check button
to access the "RIGHT SIDE" field.
NOTE: The "DISPLAY SETUP" screen shown is for dual engines. Triple and quad
applications will show three fields. The third field will be listed as "CENTER" location. Single
engine applications will have one field.
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NOTE: If there are more engines on the vessel than you wish to display, choose "NONE"
for those engine locations.
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a - Right side location

b - Left side location
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to scroll through the available
locations. You may select any of the following, depending on the number of engines:
• "NONE"
• "STBD"
• "PORT"
• "CENTER" (triples only)
• "STBDCNTR" (quads only)
• "PORTCNTR" (quads only)
3. If there are multiple engines, press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed
to the next field.
4. Perform steps 1, 2, and 3 for all remaining engines on the vessel.
6. Press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad to continue to the "DEVICE SETUP" screen.
Device Setup
The unique VesselView ID differentiates each VesselView unit from all other installed
SmartCraft devices, such as other VesselView units or SmartCraft gauges. The "DEVICE
SETUP" screen enables you to assign this unique identifier to each VesselView unit and
to designate whether the VesselView is installed at the primary or secondary helm.
IMPORTANT: Do not choose the same Unique VesselView ID for multiple VesselView
installations.
1. If there is only one VesselView unit installed on the vessel, proceed to step 5; otherwise,
press the check button to access the "UNIQUE VESSELVIEW ID" field.
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NOTE: Select the "UNIQUE VESSELVIEW ID" by the position the VesselView units are
installed (lowest to highest helm is recommended).
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a - VesselView ID
b - Helm ID
2. Press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad to increase the number or the left arrow to
decrease the number. Choose a number that is different from the number assigned to
any other VesselView unit installed.
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "HELM ID" field.
NOTE: Use "HELM ID 1" for single helm vessels. If a vessel has multiple VesselView units
installed on different helms (up to four maximum) the "HELM ID" needs to represent the
helm where each VesselView is installed (lowest to highest helm is recommended).
4. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to choose either helm 1, helm 2,
helm3, or helm 4.
6. Press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad to continue to the "TANK SETUP" screen.
Tank Setup and Calibration
The "TANK SETUP" screen enables you to enter the capacity and location of tanks on the
vessel. Each tank can be defined as either fuel, oil, water, or waste. Depending on the
engine configuration, additional tank fields will become available.
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NOTE: The "TANK SETUP" screen shown is for a triple engine configuration that contains
center tank positions. Quad applications will show additional positions for starboard center
and port center tanks.
1. Press the check button to enter tank setup.
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the tank type is shown for that
particular tank. The available options for each tank are:
• "NOT USED"
• "FUEL"
• "OIL"
• "WATER"
• "WASTE"
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3. Press the down arrow to proceed to the next tank.

4. Perform steps 2 and 3 for all remaining tanks on the vessel.
5. Confirm your selections by pressing the check button. The next screen will appear
asking for the known capacities of each tank.
NOTE: Tank types have now been confirmed.
6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the tank capacity is shown for
that particular tank.
NOTE: Pressing and holding an arrow causes the numeric increments to speed up. Left
arrow causes the number to decrease; right arrow causes the number to increase.
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NOTE: The default unit for measuring tank capacity is U.S. gallons. To choose a different
unit of measurement, refer to Section 4 - Units 2.
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asking for the location of each tank.
NOTE: Tank capacities have now been confirmed.
10. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the tank location label that you
would like is shown for that particular tank.
• "S1" (starboard 1), "S2" (starboard 2), "S3" (starboard 3), "SF" (starboard forward),
or "SA" (starboard aft)
• "P1" (port 1), "P2" (port 2), "P3" (port 3), "PF" (port forward), or "PA" (port aft)
• "C1" (center 1), "C2" (center 2), "C3" (center 3), "CF" (center forward), or "CA"
(center aft)
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13. Confirm your selections by pressing the check button. The next screen that will appear
shows the tank setup table complete with all data entered for each tank.
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NOTE: Tank locations have now been confirmed.

14. Now begins the calibration process for each tank. Press the down or up arrow on the
arrow trackpad to highlight the tank to be calibrated and press the check button.
NOTE: As you progress through the listed tanks in the table the tank successfully calibrated
will change to blue text.
15. There are three tank calibration methods.
• Choose "DEFAULT" (go to step a) for uniformly shaped tanks where each quarter
of the tank holds a quarter of its total capacity. The default method will place values
of 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% into the same calibration used by the
"MANUAL" method thus overwriting any manually entered data.
• Choose "MANUAL" (go to step b) to fine tune the tank calibrations when you have
a known amount in the tank. This is the most commonly used option because you
can enter the calibrations at any time and see how they affect the calculated fuel
remaining. The calibration does not need to begin at any set level, and where
duplicate tanks in the vessel exist, the calibration settings can be easily copied
from one tank to the other and then even slightly adjusted up or down over the
course of a few tanks of fuel.
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• Choose "FILL TANK" (go to step c) for irregularly shaped tanks. The "FILL TANK"
method must be initiated with an empty tank and filled in intervals. As you step
through the "FILL TANK" procedure the current sender value is placed into the
"MANUAL" calibration at the appropriate level indicated by the graphic on the
screen. These values can be verified, and readjusted if necessary, by using the
"MANUAL" method to adjust the calibration generated during the "FILL TANK"
procedure.
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a. "DEFAULT" Method—Use the default method primarily for those tanks containing
oil, water, or waste. These types of tanks are commonly uniform in shape. The
manual method can be used to adjust the calibration accordingly.
i. Press the check button to select the tank to be calibrated.
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ii. On the "TANK CALIBRATION" screen, press the up or down arrow on the
arrow trackpad to highlight the "DEFAULT" calibration method and press the
check button. Empty will be 0%, 1/4 tank will be 25%, 1/2 tank will be 50%, etc.
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iii. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the next tank in the table.
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iv. You are asked to select the calibration method to use for this particular tank.
Press the check button to select the "DEFAULT" method.
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v. Repeat steps iii and iv for each tank.

vi. Once all tanks have been calibrated (identified as blue text), end the calibration
process by selecting the X button.
vii.If you are done calibrating the tanks, press the right arrow on the arrow
trackpad to continue to the "TAB SETUP" screen.
b. "MANUAL" Method—The level sensor in the tank changes resistance values as
the float rises and falls with the volume level in the tank. A normal level sensor
would have a resistance reading between 33–240 Ohms. A resistance value of
approximately 33 Ohms represents a full tank. A resistance value of approximately
240 Ohms represents an empty tank. VesselView allows for sender calibration to
correct for sensors that are slightly outside this range. The senders used in
irregularly shaped tanks need to be calibrated to the tank as substance is added
in the "FILL TANK" method, however, if it was calibrated using the "FILL TANK"
method when the vessel was on the trailer or when the vessel was rocking in the
water, the tank level will be different than when the vessel is resting in calm water
so the calibration needs to be refined. Changing the actual % value calibrates the
tank level indicator to the tank level sensor. To compensate for known errors in
the tank indicating system, select the quantity (0%, 25%, 50%, 100%) and adjust
the actual % value to match the current actual % for a known number of calculated
gallons. For example, if the calculated gallons equals 60 and that truly represents
50% of the tank size in gallons (120 gallon tank), the tank level sensor might show
70% or any other number other than 50% current actual. Select the 50% actual
field and press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the actual reads
the same as current actual, now the tank level indicator will indicate 50% when
the calculated gallons equals 60 gallons.
NOTE: To assist in manually calibrating the tanks, reference tables have been provided in
Section 8 - Calibration Logs.
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arrow trackpad to highlight the "MANUAL" calibration method and press the
check button.
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IMPORTANT: Ensure the tank is empty or it is known what its contents measures.
iii. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad and highlight the "0%" field.
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iv. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to change the "ACTUAL" to
read the same as the "CURRENT ACTUAL %".
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IMPORTANT: It is not necessary to perform the procedure using quarters of a tank,

although this will establish a more accurate tank calibration. It is most important that, at
minimum, empty (0%) and full (100%) are calibrated. VesselView will calculate the quarter
percentages using the empty and full data.
v. Begin filling the tank in 25% intervals.
vi. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad and highlight the interval
"25%, 50%, 75%, or 100%" field.
vii.Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to change the "ACTUAL" to
read the same as the "CURRENT ACTUAL %".
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viii.Press the check button to confirm your changes for that tank.
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ix. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the next tank in the table.
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x. Repeat steps ii through ix for each tank.

xi. Once all tanks have been calibrated (identified as blue text), end the calibration
xii.If you are done calibrating the tanks, press the right arrow on the arrow
c. FILL TANK Method—The fill tank method requires that you fill tank in intervals
until full. This method is used primarily for irregularly shaped tanks. This method
is very similar to the "MANUAL" method in that you will need to begin with an empty
tank and fill the tank in quarter percent intervals. The "FILL TANK" method takes
you through the process step‑by‑step. It is important that you do follow the set
screens and not jump from empty (0%) to full (100%).
IMPORTANT: Follow the procedure; do not jump from empty (0%) to the full (100%) screen.
Not following the procedure will cause inaccuracy in your calibration.
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arrow trackpad to highlight the "FILL TANK" calibration method and press the
check button.
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IMPORTANT: Ensure the tank is empty.

iii. Press the check button to confirm that the tank is empty or the X button to go
back one step.
iv. Following the direction on the screen, fill the tank to 25% of its capacity. Press
the check button to confirm or the X button to go back one step.
v. Following the direction on the screen, fill the tank to 50% of its capacity. Press
vi. Following the direction on the screen, fill the tank to 75% of its capacity. Press
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vii.Following the direction on the screen, fill the tank to 100% of its capacity. Press
the check button to confirm or the X button to go back one step. After the check
button is pressed a blue pop‑up message will appear acknowledging that the
system is "Working" to apply the changes to the current session.
a b
c d
e f
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a - Empty tank d - Fill to 75% full
b - Fill to 25% full e - Fill to 100% full
c - Fill to 50% full f - Working message
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viii.Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the next tank in the table.
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ix. Repeat steps ii through viii for each tank.

x. Once all tanks have been calibrated (identified as blue text), end the calibration
xi. If you are done calibrating the tanks, press the right arrow on the arrow
Tab Setup and Calibration
For vessels equipped with a tab or tabs, VesselView will need to be calibrated to the tab
sensor.
VesselView does not display the tab chart for power packages without tabs. Refer to
Section 4 - Trim/Tab Pop-Up (Settings).
The tab position sensor changes voltage (current actual %) as the tab is raised or lowered.
Changing the actual % value calibrates the tab level indicator to the tab position sensor.
To compensate for sensitivity of the tab position sensor, select the positions (100 = Down,
50 = Level, and 0 = Up) and adjust the actual % value to match the current actual % for
that known tab position.
NOTE: The "TABS" screen shows up to two tabs for a starboard and port setup or just a
center tab for a single tab setup. The "TABS" screen shown is for a two tab configuration.
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1. Press the check button to enter tab setup.
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2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to identify how many tabs are installed
on the vessel. If there are no tabs installed, press the X button to go back one step to
the "TAB SETUP" screen and continue to step 22.
NOTE: The "TABS" screen will add fields to the screen depending on the quantity of tabs
selected. If one tab is identified then a "CENTER" field will appear. If two tabs are identified,
as shown, then a "STBD TAB" field and a "PORT TAB" field will appear.
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3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the next field.
4. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to identify what engine the tab is
connected to.
5. If there are multiple tabs, press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to
the next field.
6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the proper wire connection to
the engine is shown.
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8. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the tab to be calibrated.
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9. Press the check button to begin calibrating the selected tab.

10. Lower the respective tab into its down position.
11. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight the "ACTUAL DOWN"
field.
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12. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the "ACTUAL DOWN" tab
percentage to match the "CURRENT ACTUAL %".
13. Raise the respective tab into its level position.
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14. Press the up arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight the "ACTUAL LEVEL" field.
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15. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the "ACTUAL LEVEL" tab
16. Raise the respective tab into its up position.
17. Press the up arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight the "ACTUAL UP" field.
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18. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the "ACTUAL UP" tab
19. Press the check button to go back to the main "TAB CALIBRATION" screen.
20. If more than one tab exists on the vessel, perform steps 8 through 18 for the remaining
tab.
21. Once all tabs have been calibrated, end the calibration process by selecting the X
button.
22. If you are done calibrating the tabs, press the right arrow on the arrow trackpad to
continue to the "COMPLETE" screen.
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Complete
The setup wizard displays the "COMPLETE" screen after you have completed all the steps
of the setup wizard. To review your choices or to go back to a screen to make corrections,
use the left arrow on the arrow trackpad.
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When you are sure that your changes are correct, press the check button to save your
session and restart the VesselView unit. VesselView displays a saving settings message,
then restarts. The restart process may take a few minutes.
NOTE: If you want to change the vessel configuration after exiting the setup wizard, you
may either restart the wizard by choosing Reset Settings Directory on the "FACTORY
RESET" screen in the "Calibrate" menu or reconfigure the vessel using the "Vessel Config"
menu.
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Table of Contents
Available VesselView Race Edition Display Screens VesselView Race Edition Setup Screens........... 52
............................................................................ 42 Calibrate ....................................................... 52
MerCruiser Display Screens ........................ 42 Settings ........................................................ 54
Outboard and Jet Drive Display Screens ..... 43
VesselView Race Edition Display Screens......... 43
Settings 2 ..................................................... 55
Alarms .......................................................... 57 3
Propulsion .................................................... 44 System Info .................................................. 57
Vessel .......................................................... 48 Tech ............................................................. 58
Environment and Navigation ........................ 50
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Available VesselView Race Edition Display Screens

The following charts show the available screens for MerCruiser, Race Sterndrive,
Outboard, Race Outboard, and Jet Drive engines.
MerCruiser Display Screens
Gas Gas Diesel Diesel
Screen Gas Gas Diesel Diesel
Menu Screen Sterndrive Inboard No Sterndrive Inboard No
Category Sterndrive Inboard Sterndrive Inboard
No Troll Troll No Troll Troll
Engine
X X X X X X X X
Status
Fuel Status X X X X X X X X
Inches/Rev X X X X X X X X
Oil Pressure X X X X X X X X
Oil
X X X X X X X X
Temperature
Propulsion X X X X X X X X
Trim/Tabs
Tab information dependent on vessel setup.
Delta
X X X X X X X X
Pressure
Peak
X X X X X X X X
Performance
X X X X X X X X
Trim/Tabs 2
Performance
X X X X X X X X
& Fuel
Vessel Status X X X X X X X X
Tank Status X X X X X X X X
Vessel
Steer
X X X X X X X X
Position
Speed X X X X X X X X
Generator X X X X X X X X
Depth X X X X X X X X
Environment Trip Log X X X X X X X X
and Fuel to
Navigation Available only with GPS connected.
Waypoint
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Outboard and Jet Drive Display Screens

2 Stroke Gas 4 Stroke Gas
Screen Category Menu Screen Gas Jet Drive Gas Verado
Outboard Outboard
Engine Status X X X X
Fuel Status X X X X
Inches/Rev X X X
Oil Pressure X
Oil Temperature X
Propulsion X X X X
Trim/Tabs
Delta Pressure X
Peak Performance X X X X
X X X X
Trim/Tabs 2
Performance &
X X X X
Fuel
Vessel Status X X X X
Vessel Tank Status X X X X
Steer Position Available only with MerCruiser engines.
Speed X X X X
Generator X X X X
Depth X X X X
Environment and Trip Log X X X X
Navigation Fuel to Waypoint Available only with GPS connected.
VesselView Race Edition Display Screens

NOTE: The screens listed in the following charts may vary depending on vessel setup,
engine type, and number of engines. Refer to Section 3 - Available VesselView Race
Edition Display Screens.
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Propulsion
Propulsion
Engine Status
Fuel Status
Inches/Rev
Oil Press
Oil Temp
Trim/Tabs
Delta Press
Peak Perf
Trim/Tabs 2
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Screen Display
Description Screen
Name
Displays engine RPM, speed, and various engine data

Engine Status
depending on the engine type.
33004
Displays engine RPM, speed, fuel flow, fuel used,

instantaneous fuel economy, and average fuel economy for up
Fuel Status to three engines (triple setup maximum).
NOTE: Pressing the check button while viewing this screen
enables you to reset your fuel used.
33005
Displays engine RPM and current speed, as well as the inches

travelled per revolution of the engine camshaft, trim position,
Inches/Rev
instantaneous fuel economy, and average fuel economy for up
to three engines (triple setup maximum).
33006
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Screen Display
Description Screen
Name
Displays engine RPM, speed, coolant pressure, coolant

Oil Pressure
temperature, and oil pressure.
33007
Displays engine RPM, speed, coolant pressure, oil

Oil Temperature
temperature, and oil pressure.
33008
Displays engine RPM, speed, inches travelled per revolution of

Trim/Tabs
the engine camshaft, trim position, and tab position.
33009
Displays engine RPM, speed, fuel pressure, engine manifold

vacuum/boost pressure, and delta pressure.
Delta Pressure
NOTE: Delta pressure is the difference between fuel pressure
and manifold absolute pressure.
33010
Displays current engine RPM and speed as well as the RPM

and trim angle stored when peak speed was first increased.
Peak Performance
enables you to reset your peak values.
33011
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Screen Display
Description Screen
Name
Displays engine RPM, speed, and trim and tab positions in a

Trim/Tabs 2
graphical form.
33012
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Notes:
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Vessel
Vessel
Perf & Fuel
Vessel Status
Tank Status
Steer Position
Speed
Generator
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Screen Display
Description Screen
Name
Displays engine RPM, speed, fuel tank levels, total fuel used,
Performance and and estimated fuel range.
Fuel NOTE: Pressing the check button while viewing this screen
enables you to reset your fuel used.
27211
Vessel Status Displays engine RPM, fuel tank levels with total fuel remaining.
27114
Displays all tank levels and location.

Tank Status NOTE: Pressing the check button while viewing this screen
enables you to view the tank color legend pop‑up window.
27113
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Screen Display
Description Screen
Name
Displays steering position, depth or wind speed with the source

identified, and vessel speed with the source identified.
Steer Position
enables you to edit this screen.
27118
Speed Displays the speed of the vessel.
33018
Generator
Displays a group of various generator data.
NOTE: Pressing the check button while viewing this screen 120 60
enables you to edit whether you want the generator to run (ON)
or stop (OFF).
140 o
F 8.7 PSI 12.4 V
27217
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Environment and Navigation
Env/Nav
Depth
Trip Log
Fuel To Wpt
Navigation
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Screen Display
Description Screen
Name
Displays water depth and enables the operator to change the

depth alarm limits.
Depth enables you to edit the alarm specifications. Press the left or
right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the settings for that
field. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad to move
to a field.
27218
Displays total trip time, average speed, distance, and fuel

usage data.
Trip Log
enables you to reset the data provided on this screen.
27220
Displays fuel usage data to a specified waypoint.

Fuel to Waypoint NOTE: This screen will not have any data shown if there is no
global positioning device connected to the VesselView unit.
27110
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Screen Display
Description Screen
Name
NAVIGATION
o
Displays the exact location of the vessel. LAT 20 20.328 S
Navigation NOTE: This screen will not have any data shown if there is no o
global positioning device connected to the VesselView unit.
LON 157 44.502 W
1.5 MI 10.0 MPH 23 O T

DIST WPT SOG HEADING 27335
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VesselView Race Edition Setup Screens
Main
Calibrate a
Settings b
Settings 2 c
Alarms d
System Info e
Tech f
a b c d e f
Calibrate Settings Settings 2 Alarms System Info Tech
Tank Screen Options Tabs Active Alarms Software Info RPM Bands
Tabs Clock/Light Trim/Tab Popup Alarm History Hardware Info
Trim Preferences Hot Keys
Configuration Sensors Pages On/Off

h RPM Bands
STBD History
Factory Reset Warnings
PORT History
Save Configs Units Screen Opt. g
Load Configs Units 2 Status bar
Offsets Steering
33328
Calibrate
Menu Option Description Screen
Tank Configures each tank by type, size, and location.
33015
Tabs Configures each tab installed on the vessel.
33052
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Trim Sets the trim levels.
33016
Assigns VesselView location, number of engines, and the data

Configuration
display location.
27125
Resets all VesselView settings to factory default. Can also reset

Factory Reset
just the engine sensor detection to factory default.
27124
SAVE CONFIGURATION
TANK CONFIG EXPORT
Used to save selected configuration data to a USB memory
TRIM CONFIG EXPORT
stick.
Save Configs EXPORT
IMPORTANT: It is practical to save all configuration settings to STEERING
the USB memory stick (leave all fields read "EXPORT"). DEPTH CONFIGS EXPORT
UNITS/APP PREF EXPORT
27235
Used to load configuration data through a USB memory stick. LOAD CONFIGURATION
IMPORTANT: If you attempt to load a configuration setting that TANK CONFIG IMPORT
was not saved to the USB memory stick, the import of the data TRIM CONFIG IMPORT
Load Configs file will not be successful.
To avoid this error, it is practical to save all configuration STEERING IMPORT
settings to the USB memory stick (leave all fields read DEPTH CONFIGS IMPORT
"EXPORT"). This will resolve any doubt, when loading UNITS/APP PREF IMPORT
("IMPORT") configuration settings.
27234
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Settings
Screen Options >

Sets the status bar info at the top of every display screen.
Status Bar
27121
Sets the clock time settings and the brightness of the

Clock/Light
VesselView display.
27120
Sets the GPS heading and speed refresh rate, and a toggle to
Preferences
turn pop‑up warnings on or off.
33017
SENSORS
PITOT SENSOR 100 PSI
PITOT MULT 1.00
Sensors Sets the pitot and paddle wheel settings and steering sensor. PADDLE FREQ 4.90 Hz/MI
TRANSITION SPD 25.0 MPH
INVERT STEERING NO
27238
Turns the warning horn on or off and sets the limits for the fuel
Warnings
level alarm.
27123
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Units Sets unit of speed, depth, distance, temperature, and pressure.
27223
Units 2 Sets units of volume and fuel flow.
27224
Sets offset for depth, tank, sea temperature, and steering offset
Offsets
if applicable.
27226
STEERING
LEFT DATA AREA WATER DEPTH
Sets the data to display at the bottom of the steering position RIGHT DATA AREA BOAT SPEED
Screen Options >
screen in the vessel menu, and is also used to zero a rudder 0O
Steering STEERING OFFSET
angle sensor.
27269
Settings 2
Sets the number of tabs installed on the vessel and their wiring
Tabs
connection to the VesselView unit.
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Toggles the pop‑up on or off, the type of pop‑up (standard or

high resolution), and enables the adjustments to the trim and
tab pop‑up time and delta percent settings.
Trim/Tab Pop-Up NOTE: Delta % is a percentage of continuous movement in one
direction per second. This is used as a filter to define when the
"TRIM/TAB" pop‑up window appears due to the sensitivity of
the sensor. The higher the percentage, the less likely the
"TRIM/TAB" pop‑up window will appear.
33057
Hot Keys Enables user to define a hot key that opens specific screens.
33109
Enables user to define screens available in the "Propulsion"

Pages On/Off
category.
33118
Enables user to define screens available in the "Vessel"

Pages On/Off
category.
33120
Enables user to define screens available in the "Environment

Pages On/Off
and Navigation" category.
33121
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Alarms
STBD
STBD
Active Alarms Displays active alarms.

STBD
STBD
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STBD
STBD
STBD
Alarm History Displays alarms in the history.
STBD
STBD
34516
System Info
Software Info Displays the VesselView software version and other data.
27426
Hardware Info Displays VesselView hardware information.
27427
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Tech
RPM Bands Displays the starboard or port engine run history
33337
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Table of Contents
Calibrate (Without Use of Wizard)...................... 60 Status Bar .............................................. 89
Calibrate Menu Options................................60 Steering .................................................. 90
Tank Calibration............................................60 Clock/Light....................................................91
Tank Type, Size, and Location Selection Preferences...................................................92
............................................................... 60 Sensors.........................................................93
Tank Calibration Theory ......................... 63 Warnings.......................................................94
Tank Calibration Using Default Method Units..............................................................95
......................................................... 63
Default Method Procedure ............... 63
Units 2...........................................................96
Offsets...........................................................97
4
Tank Calibration Using Manual Method Settings 2............................................................ 98
......................................................... 65 Settings 2 Menu Options...............................98
Manual Method Procedure ............... 66 Tabs..............................................................98
Tank Calibration Using Fill Tank Method Calibration or Adjustment ....................... 99
......................................................... 68 Trim/Tab Pop-Up (Settings)........................102
Fill Tank Method Procedure ............. 68 Hot Keys......................................................104
Tab Calibration..............................................71 Pages On/Off..............................................107
Theory .................................................... 71 Alarms............................................................... 109
Procedure ............................................... 72 Alarms Menu Options..................................109
Trim Calibration Theory.................................74 VesselView Warning Horn Strategy............109
Default Method Theory ........................... 75 Active Alarms..............................................110
Default Method Procedure ............... 75 Fault Icons ............................................ 111
Manual Method Theory .......................... 77 Viewing Active Alarms .......................... 112
Manual Method Procedure ............... 77 Viewing Alarm Details .......................... 113
Configuration.................................................79 Alarm History...............................................113
Factory Reset................................................81 Alarm History Details ............................ 114
Reset Settings ........................................ 81 Clearing Alarm History ......................... 115
Adding or Removing Sensors to the Vessel System Information........................................... 116
............................................................... 81 System Information Menu Options..............116
Save Configuration........................................82 Software Info...............................................116
Load Configuration........................................85 Hardware Info..............................................117
Settings............................................................... 87 Tech.................................................................. 117
Settings Menu Options..................................87 Tech Menu Options.....................................117
Screen Options.............................................87 RPM Bands.................................................117
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Calibrate (Without Use of Wizard)

Calibrate Menu Options
The "Calibrate" menu enables you to configure VesselView. The "Calibrate" menu items
include the following:
Calibrate
Tank
Tabs
Trim
Configuration
Factory Reset
Save Configs
Load Configs
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Tank Calibration
The tank calibration menu option provides flexibility to make adjustments to existing
calibration settings or to perform the calibration process without the assistance of the setup
wizard. To access the tank calibration screens, press "Main" > "Calibrate" > "Tank". Press
the check button to open the first calibration screen.
NOTE: Tank calibration does not need to be performed, unless changes are required, if
VesselView was configured using the setup wizard.
TANK TYPE, SIZE, AND LOCATION SELECTION
The following screens are identical to the tank calibration process in the setup wizard. The
process begins with defining the purpose of each tank on the vessel. The next screen asks
for the size of each tank. The third screen asks for a location label for each tank. This label
is an identifier on the VesselView screen where the tank physically resides on the vessel.
1. Press the check button to enter tank setup.
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the tank type is shown for that
particular tank. The available options for each tank are:
• "NOT USED"
• "FUEL"
• "OIL"
• "WATER"
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• "WASTE"
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asking for the known capacities of each tank.
NOTE: Tank types have now been confirmed.
6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the tank capacity is shown for
that particular tank.
NOTE: Pressing and holding an arrow causes the numeric increments to speed up. Left
arrow causes the number to decrease; right arrow causes the number to increase.
NOTE: The default unit for measuring tank capacity is U.S. gallons. To choose a different
unit of measurement, refer to Section 4 - Units 2.
32782

asking for the location of each tank.
NOTE: Tank capacities have now been confirmed.
10. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the tank location label that you
would like is shown for that particular tank.
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• "S1" (starboard 1), "S2" (starboard 2), "S3" (starboard 3), "SF" (starboard forward),
or "SA" (starboard aft)
• "P1" (port 1), "P2" (port 2), "P3" (port 3), "PF" (port forward), or "PA" (port aft)
• "C1" (center 1), "C2" (center 2), "C3" (center 3), "CF" (center forward), or "CA"
(center aft)
32783

13. Confirm your selections by pressing the check button. The next screen that will appear
shows the tank setup table complete with all data entered for each tank.
32784
NOTE: Tank locations have now been confirmed.

14. Now begins the calibration process for each tank. To select a tank in the table to
calibrate, press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad and press the check button.
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TANK CALIBRATION THEORY

There are three tank calibration methods. Choose "DEFAULT" for uniformly shaped tanks
where each quarter of the tank holds a quarter of its total capacity. Choose "MANUAL" or
"FILL TANK" for irregularly shaped tanks. The "MANUAL" method is used to fine tune the
tank calibrations when you have a known amount in the tank. The "FILL TANK" method
must be initiated with an empty tank and filled in intervals.
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TANK CALIBRATION USING DEFAULT METHOD

Use the default method primarily for those tanks containing oil, water, or waste. These
types of tanks are commonly uniform in shape. The manual method can be used to adjust
the calibration accordingly.
DEFAULT METHOD PROCEDURE
1. Press the check button to select the tank to be calibrated.
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2. On the "TANK CALIBRATION" screen, press the up or down arrow on the arrow
trackpad to highlight the "DEFAULT" calibration method and press the check button.
Empty will be 0%, 1/4 tank will be 25%, 1/2 tank will be 50%, etc.
32213
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the next tank in the table.
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4. You are asked to select the calibration method to use for this particular tank. Press the
check button to select the "DEFAULT" method.
32213
5. Repeat steps iii and iv for each tank.

6. Once all tanks have been calibrated (identified as blue text), end the calibration process
by selecting the X button.
TANK CALIBRATION USING MANUAL METHOD
The level sensor in the tank changes resistance values as the float rises and falls with the
volume level in the tank. A normal level sensor would have a resistance reading between
33–240 Ohms. A resistance value of approximately 33 Ohms represents a full tank. A
resistance value of approximately 240 Ohms represents an empty tank. VesselView allows
for sender calibration to correct for sensors that are slightly outside this range.
The senders used in irregularly shaped tanks need to be calibrated to the tank as substance
is added in the "FILL TANK" method, however, if it was calibrated using the "FILL TANK"
method when the vessel was on the trailer or when the vessel was rocking in the water,
the tank level will be different than when the vessel is resting in calm water so the calibration
needs to be refined.
Changing the actual % value calibrates the tank level indicator to the tank level sensor. To
compensate for known errors in the tank indicating system, select the quantity (0%, 25%,
50%, 100%) and adjust the actual % value to match the current actual % for a known
number of calculated gallons. For example, if the calculated gallons equals 60 and that
truly represents 50% of the tank size in gallons (120 gallon tank), the tank level sensor
might show 70% or any other number other than 50% current actual. Select the 50% actual
field and press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad until the actual reads the same
as current actual, now the tank level indicator will indicate 50% when the calculated gallons
equals 60 gallons.
NOTE: To assist in manually calibrating the tanks, reference tables have been provided in
Section 8 - Calibration Logs.
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MANUAL METHOD PROCEDURE

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trackpad to highlight the "MANUAL" calibration method and press the check button.
32217
IMPORTANT: Ensure the tank is empty or it is known what its contents measures.
3. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad and highlight the "0%" field.
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4. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to change the "ACTUAL" to read the
same as the "CURRENT ACTUAL %".
32805
IMPORTANT: It is not necessary to perform the procedure using quarters of a tank,

although this will establish a more accurate tank calibration. It is most important that, at
minimum, empty (0%) and full (100%) are calibrated. VesselView will calculate the quarter
percentages using the empty and full data.
5. Begin filling the tank in 25% intervals.
6. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad and highlight the interval "25%, 50%,
75%, or 100%" field.
7. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to change the "ACTUAL" to read the
same as the "CURRENT ACTUAL %".
32806
8. Press the check button to confirm your changes for that tank.
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32803
10. Repeat steps ii through ix for each tank.

TANK CALIBRATION USING FILL TANK METHOD
The fill tank method requires that you fill tank in intervals until full. This method is used
primarily for irregularly shaped tanks. This method is very similar to the "MANUAL" method
in that you will need to begin with an empty tank and fill the tank in quarter percent intervals.
The "FILL TANK" method takes you through the process step‑by‑step. It is important that
you do follow the set screens and not jump from empty (0%) to full (100%).
IMPORTANT: Follow the procedure; do not jump from empty (0%) to the full (100%) screen.
Not following the procedure will cause inaccuracy in your calibration.
FILL TANK METHOD PROCEDURE
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trackpad to highlight the "FILL TANK" calibration method and press the check button.
32218
IMPORTANT: Ensure the tank is empty.

3. Press the check button to confirm that the tank is empty or the X button to go back one
step.
4. Following the direction on the screen, fill the tank to 25% of its capacity. Press the check
button to confirm or the X button to go back one step.
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7. Following the direction on the screen, fill the tank to 100% of its capacity. Press the
check button to confirm or the X button to go back one step. After the check button is
pressed a blue pop‑up message will appear acknowledging that the system is
"Working" to apply the changes to the current session.
a b
c d
e f
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a - Empty tank d - Fill to 75% full
b - Fill to 25% full e - Fill to 100% full
c - Fill to 50% full f - Working message
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9. Repeat steps ii through viii for each tank.

Tab Calibration
THEORY
To access the "TAB CALIBRATION" screen, press "Main" > "Calibrate" > "Tabs". Press
the check button to open the calibration screen. This tab calibration procedure utilizes the
same tab calibration screens used in the setup wizard.
NOTE: Tab calibration does not need to be performed if VesselView was configured using
the setup wizard. The "Tabs" menu option located in the "Settings 2" menu enables
adjustment to the existing configuration and offers a quick review of the current settings.
center tab for a single tab setup. The screens shown in the procedure are for a two tab
configuration.
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PROCEDURE
1. If the tabs were not configured using the setup wizard the first screen to appear will ask
if you want to configure the tabs. Press the check button to configure the tabs. If the
tabs have already been configured, proceed to step 8.
33387
on the vessel.
selected. If one tab is identified then a "CENTER" field will appear. If two tabs are identified,
as shown, then a "STBD TAB" field and a "PORT TAB" field will appear.
32866
4. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to identify what engine the tab is
connected to.
the next field.
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8. If the tabs have already been configured, the first screen to appear will ask which tab
you would like to calibrate. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select
the tab to be calibrated.
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9. Press the check button to begin calibrating the selected tab.

field.
32767
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tab.
button.
Trim Calibration Theory
Trim calibration is not part of the initial setup wizard. Use this procedure to calibrate your
trim. To access the "TRIM CALIBRATION" screen, press "Main" > "Calibrate" > "Trim".
Press the check button to open the calibration screen.
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There are two trim calibration methods. The "DEFAULT" method quickly calibrates the trim
to the down position, up position, and maximum trailer position. The "MANUAL" method
enables quick adjustments to the calibration settings and compensate for sensor errors.
NOTE: Trim calibration does not set the maximum propulsion unit trim and trailer limits.
Refer to the engine installation manual for more information on your specific engine.
The trim position sensor changes voltage (current actual %) as the trim is raised or lowered.
Changing the actual % value calibrates the trim level indicator to the trim position sensor.
To compensate for sensitivity of the trim position sensor, select the positions (0 = Down,
10 = Up, and 25 = Maximum Trailer) and adjust the actual % value to match the current
actual % for that known trim position.
DEFAULT METHOD THEORY
The "DEFAULT" method offers a quick and efficient method for calibrating the trim whereby
the three major positions (0 = Down, 10 = Up, and 25 = Maximum Trailer) are calibrated
using the sender position.
DEFAULT METHOD PROCEDURE
1. Open the "TRIM CALIBRATION" screen. The "DEFAULT" method will be highlighted.
Press the check button to select "DEFAULT".
32728
2. The "TRIM ENGINE" screen prompts you to trim all engines or drives "DOWN".
27204
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3. Press the check button to confirm that you have trimmed all engines or drives to the
full down position, or press the X button to go back one step. This sets the "0.0" trim
setting.
4. When the "TRIM ENGINE" screen prompts you to trim "UP", trim all engines or drives
up, but not to the trailer position. This will display a "10.0" trim setting.
27206
5. Press the check button to confirm that you have trimmed all engines or drives up to the
"10.0" position, or press the X button to go back one step.
6. When the "TRIM ENGINE" screen prompts you to trim to "MAX TRAILER", trim all
engines or drives all the way up to the trailer position. This will display a "25.0" trim
setting.
27207
7. Press the check button to confirm that you have trimmed all engines or drives to the
trailer position or press the X button to go back one step. VesselView will show that it
is "Working".
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MANUAL METHOD THEORY

To compensate for differences in trim position sensors, select the positions (0 = Down, 10
= Up, and 25 = Max Trailer) and adjust the actual % value to match the current actual %
for that known trim position.
MANUAL METHOD PROCEDURE
1. On the "TRIM CALIBRATION" screen, press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to
highlight the "MANUAL" method and press the check button.
32743
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to scroll through the available
locations to adjust. You may select any of the following depending on the number of
engines:
a. "NONE"
b. "STBD" (single will only show the STBD position)
c. "PORT"
d. "CENTER" (triples only)
e. "STBDCNTR" (quads only)
f. "PORTCNTR" (quads only)
32744
3. Confirm your selection by pressing the check button.

4. Trim the respective engine or drive into the down position.
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field.
32749
6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the "ACTUAL DOWN" trim
7. Trim the respective engine or drive into the up position.
32748
9. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the "ACTUAL UP" trim
10. Trim the respective engine or drive into the maximum trailer position.
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11. Press the up arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight the "ACTUAL MAX TRAILER"
field.
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12. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the "ACTUAL MAX
TRAILER" trim percentage to match the "CURRENT ACTUAL %".
13. Press the check button to go back to the main trim calibration screen. VesselView will
show that it is "Working".
14. Perform steps 2 through 13 for all remaining engines or drives on the vessel.
15. Press the X button two times to exit trim calibration.
Configuration
The "Configuration" menu is where you would go to identify your engine type. This menu
option enables an advanced user to assign the VesselView it's unique ID, define the
number of engines, and where the engine data should be displayed on the VesselView
screen. Novice user's should use the setup wizard to alter the aforementioned data. Refer
to Section 2 - Setup Wizard.
NOTE: The configuration menu option does not need to be performed if the vessel has
been configured using the setup wizard. The "Configuration" menu option enables
adjustment to the existing configuration and offers a quick review of the current settings.
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Menu path: "Main" > "Calibrate" > "Configuration". Press the check button to open the
configuration screen.
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
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a- Power package name
b- "HELM ID" ‑ Identifies the helm location of the VesselView
c- "DEVICE ID" ‑ Unique identifier for the VesselView unit
d- "NUM ENGINES" ‑ Number of engines
e- "RIGHT SCREEN" ‑ Engine data displayed on the right side of the screen
f- "LEFT SCREEN" ‑ Engine data displayed on the left side of the screen
(multiple engines only)
g - "CENTER SCREEN" ‑ Engine data displayed on the center of the screen
(triple and quad engines only)
NOTE: The power package can only be changed in the setup wizard. Perform a factory
reset to change the power package and go to the setup wizard. Refer to Section 4 - Factory
Reset.
1. The "HELM ID" field will be highlighted when the configuration screen is first entered.
Use the right and left arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the helm identification
number.
2. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to "DEVICE ID".
3. Use the right and left arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the device id number.
4. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to "NUM ENGINES".
5. Use the right and left arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the number of engines.
6. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to "RIGHT SCREEN".
7. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to scroll through the available location
types. You may select any of the following, depending on the number of engines:
• "NONE"
• "STBD"
• "PORT"
• "CENTER" (triples only)
• "STBDCNTR" (quads only)
• "PORTCNTR" (quads only)
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8. If there are multiple engines, press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed
to the "LEFT SCREEN".
9. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to scroll through the available location
types.
10. For three or four engine applications, press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to
proceed to "CENTER SCREEN".
12. VesselView will display the "SAVING SETTINGS" screen and restart.
Factory Reset
The factory reset option is used to reset all VesselView settings to factory default or to
perform a sensor detection. To perform a factory reset function, press the menu button
until the "Main" menu appears, then "Calibrate" > "Factory Reset".
RESET SETTINGS
IMPORTANT: By selecting "RESET SETTINGS" all session changes made to the
VesselView screens or system will be lost. It is recommended that you save your settings
before performing a reset of the system. Refer to Section 1 ‑ Saving Settings.
1. The factory reset screen will ask you to "CHOOSE RESET TYPE". The two types of
resets are:
• "RESET SETTINGS" ‑ This will reset VesselView to factory defaults.
• "RESET SENSOR DETECTION" ‑ This will scan the VesselView network for any
recently removed or installed sensors.
2. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight "RESET SETTINGS".
3. Press the check button to confirm. A yellow pop‑up message will appear asking "ARE
YOU SURE YOU WANT TO RESET SETTINGS?".
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a - Reset settings directory

b - Pop‑up message
4. Press the check button to continue or the X button to go back to the previous screen.
By pressing the check button, VesselView will reset all settings to factory default and
restart with the setup wizard. Refer to Section 2 - Setup Wizard.
ADDING OR REMOVING SENSORS TO THE VESSEL
IMPORTANT: "RESET SENSOR DETECTION" will not cause any session changes to be
lost.
When VesselView Race Edition is first configured (during the setup wizard) the system will
automatically detect sensors that are present and ignores sensor inputs that have no
sensors attached.
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If a sensor is removed from the system after initial configuration, VesselView will start to
show faults for the removed sensor. To stop the fault message, perform the following
procedure. VesselView will rescan for sensors, and because the removed sensor no longer
exists, the fault message will go away.
1. The factory reset screen will ask you to "CHOOSE RESET TYPE". The two types of
resets are:
• "RESET SETTINGS" ‑ This will reset VesselView to factory defaults.
• "RESET SENSOR DETECTION" ‑ This will scan the VesselView network for any
recently removed or installed sensors.
2. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight "RESET SENSOR
DETECTION".
3. Press the check button to confirm. A yellow pop‑up message will appear asking "ARE
YOU SURE YOU WANT TO RESET SENSOR DETECTION?".
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a - Reset sensor detection

b - Pop‑up message
4. Press the check button to continue or the X button to go back to the previous screen.
By pressing the check button, VesselView will reset the sensor detection, restart and
return to the engine status screen. All sensors connected before the reset will have
been detected and data will display in their appropriate screens.
Save Configuration
The "SAVE CONFIGURATION" screen is used to export selected configuration settings to
a USB memory stick for use with other VesselView units or for quick recovery of stored
configuration settings. This saves time by importing a configuration without having to
complete the entire setup wizard and other calibrations. To save your current
configurations, press the menu button until the "Main" menu appears, then "Calibrate" >
"Save Configs". Press the check button to open the "SAVE CONFIGURATION" screen.
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1. Once in the "SAVE CONFIGURATION" screen, a blue pop‑up message will appear
asking you to "PLEASE INSERT USB MEMORY STICK".
SAVE CONFIGURATION
TANK CONFIG EXPORT
TRIM CONFIG EXPORT
PLEASE INSERT USB MEMORY STICK
STEERING EXPORT
DEPTH CONFIGS EXPORT
UNITS/APP PREF EXPORT
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2. Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port on the back of the VesselView unit. Refer
to Section 2 - Setup Wizard for an illustration showing the USB port.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the USB memory stick until the export process is complete.
3. When the memory stick is detected, the blue pop‑up message will disappear; this may
take several seconds.
4. The "SAVE CONFIGURATION" screen shows the five configuration settings with the
"TANK CONFIG" field highlighted in blue. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow
trackpad to select either "EXPORT" or "SKIP".
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will appear stating "IMPORT UNSUCCESSFUL".
(leave all fields read "EXPORT"). This will resolve any doubt when loading ("IMPORT")
SAVE CONFIGURATION
a TANK CONFIG EXPORT
b TRIM CONFIG EXPORT

c STEERING EXPORT
d DEPTH CONFIGS EXPORT

e UNITS/APP PREF EXPORT
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a- Tank configuration
b- Trim configuration
c- Steering
d- Depth configuration
e- Units and application preferences
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the next configuration
setting. Select either "EXPORT" or "SKIP" for each of the remaining configuration
settings.
6. Press the check button to export the chosen configuration settings.
7. When the export is complete, a blue pop‑up message will appear stating "EXPORT
COMPLETE". Press the X button to exit.
EXPORT COMPLETE
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8. It is now safe to remove the USB memory stick.
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Load Configuration
The "LOAD CONFIGURATION" screen is used to import selected configuration settings
from a USB memory stick. To load configurations, press the menu button until the "Main"
menu appears, then "Calibrate" > "Load Configs". Press the check button to open the
"LOAD CONFIGURATION" screen.
1. Once in the "LOAD CONFIGURATION" screen, a blue pop‑up message will appear
asking you to "PLEASE INSERT USB MEMORY STICK".
LOAD CONFIGURATION
TANK CONFIG IMPORT
TRIM CONFIG IMPORT
PLEASE INSERT USB MEMORY STICK
STEERING EXPORT
DEPTH CONFIGS IMPORT
UNITS/APP PREF IMPORT
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2. Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port on the back of the VesselView unit. Refer
to Section 2 - Setup Wizard for an illustration showing the USB port.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the USB memory stick until the import process is complete.
3. When the memory stick is detected, the blue pop‑up message will disappear; this may
take several seconds.
4. The "LOAD CONFIGURATION" screen shows the configuration settings with the
"TANK CONFIG" field highlighted in blue. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow
trackpad to select either "IMPORT" or "SKIP".
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will appear stating "IMPORT UNSUCCESSFUL". If you can recall the configuration setting
that was not saved, select "SKIP" for that particular configuration setting. That particular
configuration setting will need to be setup and calibrated accordingly. Refer to Section 4 ‑
Calibrate.
(leave all fields read "EXPORT"). This will resolve any doubt, when loading ("IMPORT")
IMPORT UNSUCCESSFUL
Import was unable to find
! all the files for the selected
import task.
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Import unsuccessful pop‑up message
LOAD CONFIGURATION
a TANK CONFIG IMPORT
b TRIM CONFIG IMPORT
c STEERING IMPORT
d DEPTH CONFIGS IMPORT

e UNITS/APP PREF IMPORT
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a - Tank configuration d - Depth configuration
b - Trim configuration e - Units and application preferences
c - Steering
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the next configuration
setting. Select either "IMPORT" or "SKIP" for each of the remaining configuration
settings.
6. Press the check button to import the chosen configuration settings.
7. When the import is complete, a blue pop‑up message will appear stating "IMPORT
COMPLETE". Press the X button to exit.
8. It is now safe to remove the USB memory stick.
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Settings Menu Options
The "Settings" menu enables you to personally customize VesselView. The "Settings"
menu items include the following:
Main
Calibrate Settings
Settings
Screen Options Screen Opt.
Clock/Light Status bar
Settings 2
Preferences Steering
Alarms
Sensors
System Info
Warnings
Tech
Units
Units 2
Offsets
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Screen Options
VesselView displays important information in the status bar at the top of each screen. This
section enables you to choose how to populate each field (b, c, and d) with customized
data.
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The status bar displays information such as time, speed, air temperature, and fuel
consumption for example (a total of 16 data fields to choose from) can appear in either of
three data fields.
b c d
a
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b- Left data field
c- Center data field
d- Right data field
Data fields available in status bar

• Time • Course Over Ground
• Speed • Bearing to Way Point
• Speed Over Ground • Air Temperature
• Sea Temperature • Port Tab
• Gear • Starboard Tab
• Fuel Usage • Starboard Trim
• Fuel Level • Port Trim
• Depth • Volts
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STATUS BAR
The status bar is located at the top of the screen and is separated in three different data
fields. Changes to the status bar are made in the "STATUS BAR" screen. Menu path:
"Main" > "Settings" > "Screen Options" > "Status bar". Press the check button to open the
"STATUS BAR" screen.
a b c
b
c
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a - Left data
b - Center data
c - Right data
1. The "STATUS BAR" screen will open with the "LEFT DATA" field highlighted in blue.
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to scroll through the available display
data. The data available to display is:
• "SPEED" ‑ Vessel speed • "BRNG TO WP" ‑ Bearing to waypoint (GPS)
• "SPD OVR GRD" ‑ Speed over ground • "AIR TEMP" ‑ Air temperature
(GPS) • "PORT TAB" ‑ Port tab position
• "SEA TEMP" ‑ Seawater temperature • "STBD TAB" ‑ Starboard tab position
• "GEAR" ‑ Shift position • "STBD TRIM" ‑ Starboard trim position
• "FUEL USAGE" ‑ Fuel used • "PORT TRIM" ‑ Port trim position
• "FUEL LEVEL" ‑ Fuel tank level • "VOLTS" ‑ Battery voltage
• "DEPTH" ‑ Water depth • "TIME" ‑ Clock
• "CRS OVR GND" ‑ Course over ground
(GPS)
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "CENTER DATA" field.
data.
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "RIGHT DATA" field.
data.
7. Once you have selected the status bar display data, press the check button to save the
session.
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STEERING
The "STEERING" screen enables you to set the display data in the Vessel screen
"STEERING POSITION". Refer to Section 6 - Vessel. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" >
"Screen Options" > "Steering". Press the check button to open the "STEERING" screen.
1. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to scroll through the options in the
"LEFT DATA AREA" field. Choose which information to display in the field appearing
on the bottom left of the "STEERING POSITION" screen. The available options are:
• "BOAT SPEED" ‑ Vessel speed
• "WIND DIR" ‑ Wind direction
• "WATER DEPTH" ‑ Water depth
• "GEAR POS" ‑ Gear position
• "WIND SPEED" ‑ Wind speed
STEERING
LEFT DATA AREA WATER DEPTH a
RIGHT DATA AREA BOAT SPEED b
STEERING OFFSET 0O c
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a - Left data area box
b - Right data area box
c - Steering offset box
2. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "RIGHT DATA AREA"
field.
3. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to choose which information to display
in the field appearing on the bottom right of the "STEERING POSITION" screen.
4. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "STEERING OFFSET"
field.
5. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the steering position up to
60 degrees in either direction.
6. Once you have selected the "STEERING POSITION" screen display data, press the
check button to save the session.
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Clock/Light
The settings for the clock are found in the "CLOCK/BRIGHTNESS" screen. Menu path:
"Main" > "Settings" > "Clock/Light". Press the check button to open the "CLOCK/
BRIGHTNESS" screen.
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c
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a- Hours
b- Minutes
c- 12/24 Hour Display
d- Brightness
1. Upon entering the "CLOCK/BRIGHTNESS" screen, the "HOURS (0‑23)" field will be
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the hour of the day based
on a 24 hour clock even if you use a 12 hour clock display.
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "MINUTES" field.
4. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select minutes after the hour.
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "12/24 HR DISPLAY"
field.
6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to choose between the 12 and 24
hour clock display.
7. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "BRIGHTNESS" field.
8. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust screen brightness. The right
arrow increases brightness and the left arrow decreases brightness.
9. Once you have selected the preferred clock settings, press the check button to save
the session.
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Preferences
The "PREFERENCES" screen enables you to set the global positioning device (GPS)
heading to either true or magnetic, enable or disable the warnings pop‑up, and adjust the
rate of speed (low or high) the GPS refreshes. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" >
"Preferences". Press the check button to open the "PREFERENCES" screen.
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a - GPS heading
b - Pop‑up warnings
c - GPS speed refresh
1. Upon entering the "PREFERENCES" screen the "GPS HEADING" field will be
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select between "TRUE" or
"MAGNETIC".
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "POP‑UP WARNINGS"
field.
4. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select "YES" or "NO". If you choose
"YES", the "ACTIVE ALARMS" pop‑up window will appear if an alarm is activated.
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to "GPS SPD REFRESH" field.
6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select between "LOW" or "HIGH".
This setting relates to the refresh rate when using a controller area network (CAN)
based GPS.
7. Once you have finished selecting your preference settings, press the check button to
save the session.
IMPORTANT: VesselView may restart in order to establish communications changes with
the GPS.
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Sensors
The "SENSORS" screen enables you to set the pitot sensor, pitot multiplier, paddle
frequency, transition speed, and steering sensor values. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" >
"Sensors". Press the check button to open the "SENSORS" screen.
SENSORS
a PITOT SENSOR 100 PSI
b PITOT MULT 1.00

c PADDLE FREQ 4.90 Hz/MI
d TRANSITION SPD 25.0 MPH
e INVERT STEERING NO
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a- Pitot sensor
b- Pitot multiplier
c- Paddle frequency
d- Transition speed
e- Invert steering
1. Upon entering the "SENSORS" screen, the "PITOT SENSOR" field will be highlighted
in blue.
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select between "100 PSI" and
"200 PSI".
NOTE: The standard speed input on Mercury production engines is 100 PSI. Certain high
performance applications may require a 200 PSI input.
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to "PITOT MULT" field.
4. The pitot multiplier will use 1.00 as a default setting and can be increased or decreased
to correct speed display readings that read too high or too low. For a low speed reading,
increase the pitot multiplier by pressing the right arrow on the arrow trackpad. For a
high speed reading, decrease the pitot multiplier by pressing the left arrow on the arrow
trackpad.
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "PADDLE FREQ" field.
6. Frequency can be changed to match the requirements of different sensors. The
frequency of the paddle wheel speed sensor provided by Mercury Marine is 4.9 Hz per
mile or 5.7 HZ per knot. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to decrease
or increase the frequency.
7. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "TRANSITION SPD"
field.
8. Transition speed is the vessel speed at which VesselView stops looking at the paddle
wheel and starts looking at the pitot or GPS, if so equipped. The default setting is 25.0
MPH and can be set as low as 3.1 MPH. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow
trackpad to decrease or increase the transition speed.
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9. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "INVERT STEERING"
field.
10. Invert steering is used to display the rudder angle position in the opposite direction from
default. The signal can be inverted to display the steering angle according to personal
preference. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to choose "YES" or "NO"
to invert steering.
11. Once you have finished adjusting your sensors, press the check button to save the
session.
Warnings
The "WARNINGS" screen enables you to turn the VesselView warning horn on or off and
to adjust the fuel level alarm values. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" > "Warnings". Press
the check button to open the "WARNINGS" screen.
b
c
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a - Warning horn
b - Fuel critical level
c - Fuel low level
1. Upon entering the "WARNINGS" screen, the "WARNING HORN" field will be
IMPORTANT: A fuel fault alarm will only occur if all fuel tanks on the vessel, connected to
VesselView, are sending a low fuel condition fault. If only one of many is sending a low fuel
condition fault, the VesselView will not identify the fault. The system looks at all tanks
defined as fuel and adds them all together into a single sum. The alarms are based off of
the sum of all fuel tanks.
NOTE: The VesselView warning horn can be turned "ON" or "OFF". By selecting "OFF",
all engine alarms will be heard through the key switch harness warning horn. By selecting
"ON", all alarms will be heard through the key switch harness horn and the VesselView
horn. For warning horn details, refer to Section 4 - Alarms.
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select either "ON" or "OFF".
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "FUEL CRIT LEVEL"
field.
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4. The fuel critical level default setting is 10% and can be increased by pressing the right
arrow on the arrow trackpad.
NOTE: The fuel critical level percentage cannot be set below 10% or higher than the fuel
low level percentage.
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "FUEL LOW LEVEL"
field.
6. The fuel low level default setting is 25% and can be increased by pressing the right
arrow on the arrow trackpad. The highest you may set the fuel low level is 50%.
NOTE: The fuel low level percentage cannot be set below the fuel critical level percentage.
7. Once you have finished adjusting your warnings, press the check button to save the
session.
Units
The "UNITS" screen enables you to set the units of measure for speed, depth, distance,
temperature, and pressure. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" > "Units". Press the check
button to open the "UNITS" screen.
b
c
d
e
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a- Speed
b- Depth
c- Distance
d- Temperature
e- Pressure
1. Upon entering the "UNITS" screen, the "SPEED" field will be highlighted in blue.
2. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select speed units of "MPH",
"KMH", or "Knots".
3. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "DEPTH" field.
4. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select depth units of "FT", "FTM",
or "Met".
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "DISTANCE" field.
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6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select distance units of "Mil", "KM",
or "NM".
7. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "TEMPERATURE" field.
8. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select temperature units of "F" or
"C".
9. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "PRESSURE" field.
10. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select pressure units of "PSI",
"BAR", or "KPA".
11. Once you have finished selecting your units of measure, press the check button to save
the session.
Units 2
The "Units 2" menu option is a continuation of the "UNITS" screen. "Units 2" enables you
to set units of measure for volume and fuel flow. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" > "Units
2". Press the check button to open the "UNITS" screen.
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a - Volume
b - Fuel Flow
1. Upon entering the "UNITS" screen, the "VOLUME" field will be highlighted in blue.
Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select volume units of "GAL", "LIT",
or "IGL".
2. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "FUEL FLOW" field.
3. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select fuel flow units of "GPH",
"LPH", "MPG", "KPL", or "NMPG".
4. Once you have finished selecting your units of measure, press the check button to save
the session.
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Offsets
The "OFFSETS" screen enables you to change the offsets in order to compensate for
inaccuracies in depth, tank, and sea temperature. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" >
"Offsets". Press the check button to open the "OFFSETS" screen.
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a - Depth offset
b - Tank offset
c - Sea temp offset
1. Upon entering the "OFFSETS" screen, the "DEPTH OFFSET" field will be highlighted
in blue.
2. The depth offset default setting is 0.0 ft. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow
trackpad to add or subtract depth offset. To set an offset below the transducer, subtract
from the depth offset. To set an offset above the transducer, add to the depth offset.
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c
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a- Depth transducer
b- To set an offset below the transducer, subtract the depth offset.
c- No offset. Distance from depth transducer to bottom.
d- To set an offset above the transducer, add to the depth offset.
3. After you have made the necessary changes to the depth offset, press the down arrow
on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "TANK OFFSET" field.
4. The tank offset default setting is 0.0%. This adjustment is used to adjust for move the
entire tank calibration up to compensate for vessel attitude. It is recommended to leave
this setting at "0.0% and calibrate the tank according to the Manual Method shown in
Section 4 - Tank Calibration.
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NOTE: The fuel tank offset can only be a positive offset.

5. After you have made the necessary changes to the tank offset, press the down arrow
on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "SEA TEMP OFFSET" field.
6. The sea temperature default setting is 0 degrees. Take the actual seawater
temperature and subtract the displayed sea temperature. Then either add or subtract
the difference in temperature in the "SEA TEMP OFFSET" field using the left or right
arrow on the arrow trackpad.
7. Once you have finished making changes to the offsets, press the check button to save
the session.
Settings 2
Settings 2 Menu Options
The "Settings 2" menu enables you to personally customize VesselView. The "Settings 2"
menu items include the following:
Main
Calibrate
Settings Settings 2
Tabs
Settings 2
Alarms Trim/Tab Popup
Hot Keys
System Info
Pages On/Off
Tech
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Tabs
This "Tabs" menu option is provided so that you have direct access to modify the tab
settings. Upon entering from the "Tabs" menu option you are directed to the "TABS" screen
that contains the tab configuration settings. This enables you to turn off individual tabs or
change the wiring configuration without having to go through the setup wizard. Calibration
is offered if you are adding a tab into the configuration. This "TABS" screen utilizes the
same screens for calibration that both the setup wizard and the "Tab Calibration" procedure
use. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings 2" > "Tabs". Press the check button to open the "TABS"
screen.
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center tab for a single tab setup. The "TABS" screen shown is for a two tab configuration.
1. Press the check button to enter tab setup.
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on the vessel.
selected. If one tab is identified then a "CENTER" field will appear. If two tabs are identified
then a "STBD TAB" field and a "PORT TAB" field will appear.
NOTE: If you change the number of tabs the "Trim/Tab Popup" will be modified accordingly.
the next field.
8. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the tab to be calibrated.
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NOTE: It is not required that you continue through the calibration process if you are
removing a tab from the configuration settings. If you are adding a tab, proceed to calibrate
that new tab.
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9. Press the check button to begin calibrating the tab.

field.
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tab.
button.
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Trim/Tab Pop‑Up (Settings)

The trim/tab pop‑up window can be modified to be "On" or "Off", its length of time that the
pop‑up remains open as well the quality of the pop‑up detail ("Standard" or "High
Resolution"). Menu path: "Main" > "Settings 2" > "Trim/Tab Popup". Press the check button
to open the "TRIM/TAB SETTINGS" screen.
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1. Upon entering the "TRIM/TAB SETTINGS" screen, the "TRIM/TAB POPUP" field will
be highlighted in blue. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to toggle
between "ON" or "OFF".
2. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the "POPUP TIME" field.
3. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the time that you want to
have the pop‑up remain open on any given screen (range: 2–60 seconds).
4. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the "TRIM DELTA %" field.
5. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the percentage of travel the
engine/drive must move, each time the trim control button is pressed, before the trim
pop‑up will appear (range: 0.1–9.9 percent).
NOTE: Setting a higher percentage means that the engine/drive must trim farther to
activate the pop‑up. Example: Setting the TRIM DELTA % parameter at 2% means that
the trim system must move 2% in one second for the trim pop‑up to appear for the length
of time set in the "POPUP TIME" field.
If you restrict trim movement to a percentage lower than this parameter, the trim pop‑up
will not appear. This way, you can perform fine trim adjustments by pressing the trim control
button for short periods without activating the trim pop‑up.
Setting the TRIM DELTA % to 9.9 will disable the Trim popup while allowing the Tab popup
to still activate.
6. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the "TAB DELTA %" field.
7. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to adjust the percentage of travel the
tab must move, each time the tab control button is pressed, before the tab pop‑up will
appear (range: 0.1–9.9 percent).
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NOTE: Setting a higher percentage means that the tab must move farther to activate the
pop‑up. Example: Setting the TAB DELTA % parameter at 2% means that either tab moves
2% in one second for the tab pop‑up to appear for the length of time set in the "POPUP
TIME" field.
If you restrict tab movement to a percentage lower than this parameter, the tab pop‑up will
not appear. This way, you can perform fine tab adjustments by pressing the tab control
button for short periods without activating the tab pop‑up.
Setting the TAB DELTA % to 9.9 will disable the Tab popup while allowing the Trim popup
to still activate.
8. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the "POPUP TYPE" field.
9. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to toggle between "STANDARD" or
"HIGH RES".
IMPORTANT: Standard will show a range from 0 to 25 for the position of the trim or tab
pop‑up window. High resolution will show a range of 0 to 10 that offers a closer view of the
trim position. Standard resolution must be used when trailering the vessel in order to view
the full propulsion unit trim position.
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10. Once you have finished selecting your trim/tab settings, press the check button to save
the session.
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Hot Keys
The "HOT KEYS" screen enables you to define specific screens to open when the up or
down arrow on the arrow trackpad is pressed. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings 2" > "Hot
Keys". Press the check button to open the "HOT KEYS" screen.
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There are two modes of hot keys;

• "GLOBAL" — This mode offers two screens to be designated as hot screens. They are
assigned to the up arrow and down arrow on the arrow trackpad. You have the flexibility
to choose from any of the screens available from the three categories; propulsion,
vessel, and environment and navigation. The two hot key screens are available while
you are in any screen (not category specific).
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"GLOBAL" mode
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• "CHAPTER" — This mode offers two screens to be designated as hot screens for each
category. They are assigned to the up arrow and down arrow on the arrow trackpad.
You have the flexibility to choose from any of the screens available from the three
categories; propulsion, vessel, and environment and navigation. These hot key screens
are category specific. The category button must first be pressed to enable the hot key
screens for that category.
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"CHAPTER" mode
NOTE: Only those screens that are turned on in the "PAGES ON/OFF" screen will be
available for selection.
Available Hot Key Screens
• Propulsion screens • Vessel screens
• "Engine Status" • "Perf & Fuel"
• "Fuel Status" • "Vessel Status"
• "Inches/Rev" • "Tank Status"
• "Oil Press" • "Speed"
• "Oil Temp" • "Generator"
• "Trim/Tabs" • Environment and Navigation screens
• "Delta Press" • "Depth"
• "Peak Perf" • "Trip Log"
• "Trim/Tabs 2" • "Fuel To Wpt"
• "Navigation"
NOTE: The "HOT KEYS" screen shown is in chapter mode. Global mode will only show
two fields (one for the up arrow and another for the down arrow).
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1. Upon entering the "HOT KEYS" screen, the "HOT KEYS" field will be highlighted. Press
the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to turn "ON" or "OFF" the hot key
functionality.
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2. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight the "MODE" field.
3. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the mode; "GLOBAL" or
"CHAPTER".
4. Press the check button to confirm your selections.
5. If you are turning on the hot key functionality, press the check button to configure the
hot keys and continue to step 6. If you are turning off the hot key functionality, press the
X button to close the "HOT KEYS" screen.
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6. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to locate the screen for that particular
hot key (up arrow or down arrow).
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7. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad to move to the "UP" and "DOWN"
fields and between categories (categories are only shown in the "Chapter" mode).
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8. Once you have completed all of your hot key selections, press the check button to close
the session.
Pages On/Off
VesselView enables a user to specify exactly what screens, in each of the three categories,
they want to have visible. Each category; propulsion, vessel, or environment and
navigation, have a variety of screens with different information on each.
NOTE: Available pages are dependent on the engine type installed on the vessel.
Refer to Section 3 - VesselView Race Edition Screen Overview for a complete review
of screen choices. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings 2" > "Pages On/Off". Press the check
button to open the appropriate category "PAGES ON/OFF" screen.
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IMPORTANT: The screens that are not checked (turned off) will not appear in their
respective category menu and will not be available when you select the left or right arrow
on the arrow trackpad.
IMPORTANT: If all screens are turned off, the following message will appear requiring you
to turn screens back on. VesselView will not function until at least one screen is turned on.
When the category button is pressed, and no screens are turned on in that category, a
similar pop‑up message will appear.
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1. Upon entering the categories "PAGES ON/OFF" screen, the first item in the list will be
a. Press the up or down arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight a check box next
to a screen.
b. Press the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to turn that particular screen on
(checked) or off (not checked).
c. Press the check button to close the category screen or the X button to cancel and
not save your session changes.
2. Press the menu button to enter back into the "Pages On/Off" menu.
3. Press the down or up arrow on the arrow trackpad to select the next category of
screens.
4. Perform steps 1–3 for each category of screens.
IMPORTANT: If an attempt to open a new chapter after ALL pages have been turned off,
a blue pop‑up box will appear stating that all pages have been turned off. Dismiss this
pop‑up message by pressing the X button prior to entering the "Settings 2 ‑ Pages ON/
OFF" menu option to turn pages back on.
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Alarms
Alarms Menu Options
The "Alarms" menu enables you to view the active alarms, active alarm details, view and
manage the alarm history, and view alarm history details. The "Alarms" menu items include
the following:
Main
Calibrate
Settings
Settings 2 Alarms
Active Alarms
Alarms
Alarm History
System Info
Tech
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VesselView Warning Horn Strategy
VesselView is equipped with a warning horn on its harness. This horn will sound alarms
for critical tank level and low water depth. The engine fault warnings will be visible on the
VesselView screens but the horns will be generated at the engine key switch harness. If
you prefer to have warning horns from both sources, go to the "WARNINGS" screen of the
"Settings" menu and turn the horn "ON". The horn is off by default. Refer to Section 4 -
Warnings.
All engine alarms will be heard through the engine key switch harness horn regardless of
the VesselView warning horn setting. From the factory, the VesselView horn is turned off.
If the horn is turned on in the "WARNINGS" screen, the engine alarms will also be heard
through the VesselView horn. The VesselView horn will sound a solid tone for all faults and
the engine warning horn will sound its specific warning tone. Check the engine owners
manual for possible warning horns for your engine.
NOTE: The warning horn strategy of the VesselView may not be the same horn strategy
as the engine.
If the warning horn is turned on in the "Settings" menu and you are experiencing a
VesselView alarm, press the X button or check button to acknowledge the fault and turn
off the audible alarm.
The low water depth alarm is set in the "DEPTH" screen of the "Environment and
Navigation" menu. This menu enables you to turn the horn on or off. Low water depth
alarms sound audibly even if the warning horn is turned off in the "WARNINGS" screen.
The low tank level alarm is not able to be turned off. The tank level at which the alarm will
sound can be adjusted down to 10% in the "WARNINGS" screen. Refer to Section 4 -
Warnings.
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Active Alarms
The first awareness of a fault or warning will appear in the status bar. VesselView displays
fault icons to alert the operator of any faults or warnings with an icon on the left side of the
status bar. A description of the fault or warning will appear over the other status bar fields.
If all systems are operating normally, a green icon with the word "OK" inside will be
displayed.
a
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a - Fault icon location
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FAULT ICONS
Icon or Message Icon Description Warning Description
Blue "OK" inside a green circle. All systems are operating normally.
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Yellow "!" on a black

Warning ‑ A fault has occurred.
background in a yellow triangle.
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Alarm ‑ A fault has occurred and has activated engine

White "!" inside a red triangle.
guardian.
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Fuel Level Low

Black fuel pump on a yellow
(The warning pop‑up will appear to acknowledge the
background inside a black
critical fuel level. The warning pop‑up can be turned off but
circle.
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Fuel Level Critical.

(A warning horn will begin and the warning pop‑up will
White fuel pump on a red
appear to acknowledge the critical fuel level. The audible
background.
alarm and the warning pop‑up can both be turned off but
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The second method of awareness is when the "ACTIVE ALARMS" pop‑up window
appears. This screen displays all active alarms and warnings. The "ACTIVE ALARMS"
pop‑up window is defaulted to be off. The pop‑up can be turned on or off within the
"PREFERENCES" screen. Menu path: "Main" > "Settings" > "Preferences".
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If more than one fault has occurred, the faults will appear in the sequence they occurred.
STBD
b d
STBD
c
STBD
STBD
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a- Engine identification
b- Arrow cursor
c- Fault short text
d- Fault icon
VIEWING ACTIVE ALARMS

You can review active alarm information in two ways:
1. By pressing the brightness/alarm button to see the "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen. The
"ACTIVE ALARMS" pop‑up window will only appear if an alarm is activated.
2. By accessing the "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen with use of the menu. Menu path: "Main"
> "Alarms". Using this method enables you to view further details about the alarms and
alarm history.
a. Press the check button to open the "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen.
The "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen will be a large yellow pop‑up window that will list all active
alarms.
STBD
b d
STBD
c
STBD
STBD
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b- Arrow cursor
c- Fault short text
d- Fault icon
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The "ACTIVE ALARMS" screen will display alarms for up to four engines. All alarms will
be listed and numbered. Each numbered alarm will list which engine is activating the fault.
Each fault will be identified as "STBD", "PORT", "STBDCNTR", or "PORTCNTR"
depending on the number of engines. Follow the chart listed to identify the fault with the
correct engine.
Single Engine Dual Engines Triple Engines Quad Engines
"STBD" Starboard Starboard Starboard Starboard
"PORT" N/A Port Port Port
"STBDCNTR" N/A N/A Starboard center Starboard center
"PORTCNTR" N/A N/A N/A Port center
Below the engine identification there will be short text to describe the fault. Details of the
fault can be viewed in the "ALARM DETAILS" screen.
VIEWING ALARM DETAILS
1. To the left of the first alarm listed in the "ALARM DETAILS" screen there will be an
arrow cursor. Press the up or down arrow on the arrow trackpad to highlight an alarm.
2. Press the check button to view the respective alarm history in the "ALARM DETAILS"
screen.
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a - Fault short text
b - Fault long text
c - Action text
The "ALARM DETAILS" screen will list the details of the alarm.
• The short text defining the alarm will be listed at the top of the screen.
• The long text, listed below the short text, further clarifies the alarm.
• The action text, listed at the bottom of the screen, instructs the operator on how to
handle the alarm.
Refer to your vessel engine manual for a complete list of faults.
Alarm History
The "ALARM HISTORY" screen will display alarm history for up to four engines. Menu path:
"Main" > "Alarms" > "Alarm History". Press the check button to open the "ALARM
HISTORY" screen.
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All faults and alarms will be listed and numbered. Each numbered fault will list which engine
activated the alarm. Each alarm will be identified as "STBD", "PORT", "STBDCNTR", or
"PORTCNTR" depending on the number of engines. For a chart to identify each engine,
refer to Section 4 - Active Alarms.
Below the engine identification there will be short text to describe the fault. Details of the
fault can be viewed in the "ALARM HISTORY DETAILS" screen.
a
STBD
b d
STBD
c
STBD
STBD
STBD
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b- Arrow cursor
c- Fault short text
d- Fault icon
ALARM HISTORY DETAILS

1. Upon entering the "ALARM HISTORY" screen, the first alarm listed will have an arrow
cursor to the left of the alarm description. Press the up or down arrow on the arrow
trackpad to position the arrow cursor in front of an alarm description.
2. To view more detail about the alarm, press the check button to view its respective alarm
history in the "ALARM HISTORY DETAILS" screen.

A
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a - Fault short text
b - Fault long text
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The "ALARM HISTORY DETAILS" screen will list the details of the alarm.
• The short text defining the alarm will be listed at the top of the screen.
• The long text, listed below the short text, instructs the operator on how to handle the
alarm.
CLEARING ALARM HISTORY
At the bottom of the "ALARM HISTORY DETAILS" screen you can choose to "CLOSE" the
window or "CLEAR HISTORY".
1. Press the X button to close the screen or the check button to clear the alarm history.
IMPORTANT: Clearing the alarm history will erase all historic alarms shown in the "ALARM
HISTORY" screen. Active alarms will not be affected.
NOTE: Pressing the X button while turning the engine key switch "OFF", a master reset,
or a loss of power to the VesselView will erase all historic alarms.
2. After pressing the check button to clear the history, a pop‑up window will appear asking
you to confirm your selection. Press the X button to "CANCEL" or the check button to
"CONFIRM".
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3. To exit the alarms screens, press the X button.
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System Information
System Information Menu Options
The "System Information" menu enables you to identify your VesselView software version
and hardware serial number. The "System Information" menu items include the following:
Main
Calibrate
Settings
Settings 2
Alarms System Info

Software Info
System Info
Hardware Info
Tech
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Software Info
The "SOFTWARE INFORMATION" screen provides the VesselView Race Edition software
version and operating system information. Menu path: "Main" > "System Info" > "Software
Info". Press the check button to open the "SOFTWARE INFORMATION" screen.
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Hardware Info
The "HARDWARE INFORMATION" screen provides the VesselView Race Edition
hardware build, serial numbers, and the necessary internet protocol (IP) addresses in order
to establish connectivity to other VesselView units. Menu path: "Main" > "System Info" >
"Hardware Info". Press the check button to open the "HARDWARE INFORMATION"
screen.
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Tech
Tech Menu Options
The "Tech" menu enables an advanced user to analyze the RPM bands for each engine
configured in VesselView. This feature assists a technician in troubleshooting the engines.
The "Tech" menu items include the following:
Main
Calibrate
Tech
Settings
RPM Bands
Settings 2
Alarms
System Info RPM Bands

Tech STBD History
PORT History
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RPM Bands
The "RPM Bands" menu option provides running history of the engines that are connected
to the VesselView unit.
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The run history screens display the total run time of the selected engine, as well as time
spent at a certain engine RPM. This information is used to help determine when engine
maintenance is required. Menu path: "Main" > "Tech" > "RPM Bands" > "XXXX History".
Press the check button to open the appropriate run history screen.
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IMPORTANT: RPM bands shown are received from the PCM and will vary with engine
calibration.
NOTE: The "RPM Bands" menu will show up to four engines. Each engine will appear as
an individual screen titled by the engines' position on the vessel.
• "STBD Run History"
• "PORT Run History"
• "CNTR Run History" (triples only)
• "STBD CNTR Run History" (quads only)
• "PORT CNTR Run History" (quads only)
To exit the run history screen, press the propulsion button.
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Table of Contents
Using Propulsion Screens................................ 120 Viewing Oil Temperature ............................ 124
Viewing Engine Status ............................... 120 Viewing Trim/Tabs ..................................... 125
Viewing Fuel Status ................................... 121 Viewing Delta Pressure .............................. 125
Resetting Fuel Used ............................. 122 Viewing Peak Performance ........................ 127
Viewing Inches/Rev .................................... 122 Resetting Peak Values ......................... 128
Viewing Oil Pressure .................................. 123 Viewing Trim/Tabs 2 .................................. 128
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Using Propulsion Screens

The propulsion screens display information about vessel propulsion systems such as
engine speed, vessel speed, fuel, oil, trim, tabs, and peak performance. Screens available
from the propulsion menu vary according to the engine type.
Propulsion
Engine Status
Fuel Status
Inches/Rev
Oil Press
Oil Temp
Trim/Tabs
Delta Press
Peak Perf
Trim/Tabs 2
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Propulsion Menu Panel
IMPORTANT: The screens listed in the menu of each category is determined by the vessel
setup, engine type, and other components connected to the VesselView Race Edition unit.
For example: VesselView will not show tab information for a vessel without tabs. Different
engine types (sterndrive versus an outboard) will have different screens. Refer to the tables
in Section 3 - VesselView Race Edition Screen Overview for a list of the engine types
and their associated screens.
Viewing Engine Status
The engine status screen displays basic operating information for up to three engines (triple
setup maximum).
a b
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a- Port engine RPM
b- Starboard engine RPM
c- Water pressure
d- Water temperature
e- Battery voltage
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• The "P", "SC", and "S" bubbles will change in color when the engine key switch is turned
to the run position. They also will change in color when the engine's RPM's are
synchronized.
• RPM is displayed for up to three engines (triple setup).
• Speed is displayed using pitot, paddle, or GPS sensor information.
• For a triple engine setup, RPM for the center engine will be displayed in the center
speed position.
Viewing Fuel Status
The fuel status screen displays engine RPM, speed, fuel flow, fuel used, instantaneous
fuel economy, and average fuel economy for up to three engines (triple setup maximum).
c
a b
d e
f g
h i
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a- Port engine RPM
c- Vessel speed (This field will change to RPM in a triple engine setup)
d- Port engine fuel flow
e- Starboard engine fuel flow
f- Port engine fuel used
g- Starboard engine fuel used
h- Instantaneous fuel economy
i- Average fuel economy
synchronized.
• RPM is displayed for all engines.
speed position.
• Fuel flow is the amount of fuel flowing to all engines per hour to all engines.
• Fuel used is the amount of fuel used from all fuel tanks and all engines.
• Fuel economy is determined using the fuel flow for all engines and the speed of the
vessel.
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RESETTING FUEL USED

1. Press the check button while on this screen to access the Reset your Fuel Used dialog
box. The dialog box states "Would you like to Reset your Fuel Used?".
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2. Press the check button to reset the fuel used or the X button to cancel.
Viewing Inches/Rev
The inches/rev screen displays the engine RPM and current speed, as well as the inches
travelled per revolution of the engine camshaft, trim position, instantaneous fuel economy,
and average fuel economy for up to three engines (triple setup maximum).
c
a b
d e
f g
h i
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a - Port engine RPM f- Port trim position
b - Starboard engine RPM g- Starboard trim position
c - Vessel speed (This field will h- Instantaneous fuel economy
change to RPM in a triple engine i- Average fuel economy
setup)
d - Port engine inches per revolution
e - Starboard engine inches per
revolution
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synchronized.
speed position.
• Inches per revolution is determined using the vessel speed and the RPM of that
particular engine.
• Displays the trim position for all engines.
• Fuel economy is determined using the fuel flow for all engines and the speed of the
vessel.
Viewing Oil Pressure
The oil pressure screen displays the current speed and RPM, as well as the coolant
pressure, coolant temperature, and the oil pressure for up to three engines (triple setup
maximum).
NOTE: This screen will not appear for a vessel setup with either 2‑stroke or 4‑stroke gas
outboard engines. It will appear for the gas Verado engine.
c
a b
d e
f g
h i
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a - Port engine RPM f - Port engine coolant temperature
b - Starboard engine RPM g - Starboard engine coolant
c - Vessel speed (This field will temperature
change to RPM in a triple engine h - Port engine oil pressure
setup) i - Starboard engine oil pressure
d - Port engine coolant pressure
e - Starboard engine coolant
pressure
synchronized.
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speed position.
• Displays the current coolant pressure and temperature for all engines.
• Displays the current oil pressure for all engines.
Viewing Oil Temperature
The oil temperature screen displays the current speed and RPM, as well as the coolant
pressure, oil temperature, and the oil pressure for up to three engines (triple setup
maximum).
outboard engines. It will appear for the gas Verado engine.
c
a b
d e
f g
h i
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a - Port engine RPM f- Port engine oil temperature
b - Starboard engine RPM g- Starboard engine oil temperature
c - Vessel speed (This field will h- Port engine oil pressure
change to RPM in a triple engine i- Starboard engine oil pressure
setup)
d - Port engine coolant pressure
e - Starboard engine coolant
pressure
synchronized.
speed position.
• Displays the current coolant pressure for all engines.
• Displays the current oil temperature and pressure for all engines.
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Viewing Trim/Tabs
The trim/tabs screen displays the current speed and RPM, as well as the distance per
revolution (in this example: Inches/Rev), trim position, and tab position for up to three
engines (triple setup maximum) and three tabs (a starboard and port setup or just a center
tab setup).
c
a b
d e
f g
h i
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a - Port engine RPM f- Port trim position
b - Starboard engine RPM g- Starboard trim position
c - Vessel speed (This field will h- Port tab position
change to RPM in a triple engine i- Starboard tab position
setup)
d - Port engine distance per
revolution
e - Starboard engine distance per
revolution
synchronized.
speed position.
• Inches per revolution is determined using the vessel speed and the RPM of that
particular engine.
• Displays the position of all tabs installed on the vessel.
Viewing Delta Pressure
The delta pressure screen displays the current speed and RPM, as well as the fuel, boost,
and delta pressures for up to three engines (triple setup maximum).
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engines. It will appear for the gas Verado engine.
c
a b
d e
f g
h i
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a - Port engine RPM f- Port engine boost pressure
b - Starboard engine RPM g- Starboard engine boost pressure
c - Vessel speed (This field will h- Port engine delta pressure
change to RPM in a triple engine i- Starboard engine delta pressure
setup)
d - Port engine fuel pressure
e - Starboard engine fuel pressure
synchronized.
speed position.
• Displays the fuel pressure for all engines.
• Displays the manifold vacuum/boost pressure for all engines.
• Displays the delta pressure for all engines. Delta pressure is the difference between
fuel pressure and manifold absolute pressure.
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Viewing Peak Performance

The peak performance screen displays the current speed and RPM, the peak RPM and
peak speed, as well as and delta pressures for up to three engines (triple setup maximum).
c
a b
d e
g h
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a- Port engine RPM
c- Current vessel speed (This field will change to RPM in a triple engine setup)
d- Port engine RPM when peak speed was captured
e- Starboard engine RPM when peak speed was captured
f- Peak vessel speed
g- Port trim position when peak speed was captured
h- Starboard trim position when peak speed was captured
synchronized.
speed position.
• Peak engine RPM is the engine RPM associated with the highest speed since the last
reset of peak values.
• Peak speed is the highest speed recorded since the last reset of peak values.
• Displays the trim position for all engines recorded at peak speed.
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RESETTING PEAK VALUES

1. Press the check button while on this screen to access the reset your peak values dialog
box. The dialog box states "Would you like to Reset your Peak Values?".
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2. Press the check button to reset the peak values or the X button to cancel.
Viewing Trim/Tabs 2
The trim/tabs 2 screen displays the current speed and RPM, as well as the trim position
for up to three engines (triple setup maximum) and tab position for up to two tabs (a
starboard and port setup or just a center tab setup). There is two versions of the trim/tabs
2 screen; standard resolution and high resolution. To change the trim resolution, refer to
Section 4 - Trim/Tab Pop-Up (Settings).
IMPORTANT: Standard will show a range from 0 to 25 for the position of the trim or tab
pop‑up window. High resolution will show a range of 0 to 10 that offers a closer view of the
trim position. Standard resolution must be used when trailering the vessel in order to view
the full propulsion units trim position.
NOTE: When no trim or tab configuration is present, the space where the chart appears
will display (in large text) the inches/rev.
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synchronized.
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speed position.
• Displays the tab positions.
• If no tabs are present or are not calibrated, the trim/tabs pop‑up window will only show
the trim chart.
• High resolution trim offers a closer view of the propulsion unit trim position by only
displaying 0 to 10 on the trim position graphic. Standard resolution trim can be used to
view the propulsion unit trim position between maximum trim and trailer position.
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Notes:
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Table of Contents
Using Vessel Screens....................................... 132 Checking Tank Status ................................ 135
Viewing Performance and Fuel .................. 133 Viewing Steering Position .......................... 136
Resetting Total Fuel Used .................... 134 Viewing Generator Data ............................. 137
Checking Vessel Status ............................. 134
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Using Vessel Screens

The vessel screens display information about vessel performance, speed, status of tanks,
and the generator. Screens available from the vessel menu vary according to the engine
type.
Vessel
Perf & Fuel
Vessel Status
Tank Status
Steer Position
Speed
Generator
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IMPORTANT: The screens listed in the menu of each category is determined by the vessel
setup, engine type, and other components connected to the VesselView Race Edition unit.
For example: VesselView will not show tab information for a vessel without tabs. Different
engine types (sterndrive versus an outboard) will have different screens. Refer to the tables
in Section 3 - VesselView Race Edition Screen Overview for a list of the engine types
and their associated screens.
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Viewing Performance and Fuel

The performance and fuel screen displays basic operating information for up to four
engines. RPM will only be displayed for a maximum of three engines (triple engine setup).
a
b
f
e d
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a- Port engine RPM
c- Vessel speed
d- Estimated range
e- Total fuel used
f- Fuel tank status
• RPM is displayed for up to three engines.

• Estimated range is determined using the total fuel flow for all engines and the current
rate at which the engines are consuming fuel.
• Total fuel used is the amount of fuel used from all fuel tanks and all engines.
• The fuel tank status icons display the amount and type of fuel in each tank, as well as
the location of each tank.
• The fuel tank color will change from green to red if the tank is below the critical level.
Refer to Section 4 - Tank Calibration for critical fuel level adjustment.
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RESETTING TOTAL FUEL USED

1. Press the check button while on this screen to access the Total Fuel Used dialog box.
The dialog box will ask you "Would you like to Reset your Fuel Used?".
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Fuel used pop‑up window
2. Press the check button to reset the total fuel used or the X button to cancel.
Checking Vessel Status

The "VESSEL STATUS" screen displays engine run time for up to three engines, as well
as fuel information.
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c
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a- Engine run time
b- Fuel tank levels
c- Fuel tank size
d- Total fuel remaining
e- Total fuel capacity
• Engine run time is displayed in hours for up to three engines.

• Fuel remaining is displayed in U.S. gallons by default. To change the units, refer to
Section 4 - Units 2.
• Capacity shows the total fuel capacity of all available fuel tanks.
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• The fuel remaining in each tank is displayed in the fuel tank gauge icon. The fuel tank
color will change from green to red if the tank is below the critical level.
Checking Tank Status
The "TANK STATUS" screen displays the contents and level of each tank, up to two tanks
for each engine. To configure the tanks displayed on this screen, refer to Section 2 - Initial
Setup and Calibration.
a d
b c
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a- Port tank 1 (P1); gasoline
b- Port tank 2 (P2); waste
c- Starboard tank 1 (S1); gasoline
d- Starboard tank 2 (S2); water
• Each tank gauge icon shows the type of tank: water, waste, fuel, or oil.
• Tanks are labeled by their locations. Available labels are
• Starboard 1 (S1), starboard 2 (S2), starboard 3 (S3), starboard aft (SA), or
starboard forward (SF)
• Port 1 (P1), port 2 (P2), port 3 (P3), port aft (PA), or port forward (PF)
• Center 1 (C1), center 2 (C2), center 3 (C3), center aft (CA), or center forward (CF)
• The contents of each tank are color coded:
• Blue represents water
• Brown represents waste
• Green represents gasoline or diesel fuel
• Black represents oil
• Red represents critical fuel level
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NOTE: Press the check button to display a dialog box showing the tank colors and tank
contents. Press the X button to close the dialog box.
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Tank status pop‑up window
Viewing Steering Position
The "STEERING POSITION" screen displays the current steering position in degrees. The
default steering position can be adjusted 60 degrees in either direction by changing the
offset. The data fields on the bottom of the screen can be changed to display different data.
Refer to Section 4 - Settings for more information.
c
a
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a - Wind speed
b - Current steering position
c - Vessel speed
NOTE: To invert the steering position, use the Invert Steering option on the "Sensors"
screen in the "Settings" menu.
• The steering position is displayed in degrees.
• Wind speed and vessel speed are displayed below the steering position by default. You
can choose to display vessel speed, wind speed, wind direction, water depth, or gear
position. Environment variables are only available for display on vessel's equipped with
these SmartCraft sensors.
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Viewing Generator Data

VesselView displays operating information for your SmartCraft‑enabled Onan or Kohler
generator on the "GENERATOR" screen. To start or stop the generator, press the check
button to open the Generator dialog box.
a
120 60 c
5.0
b
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a- Generator output voltage (120V or 240V)
b- Generator run hours
c- Output frequency (Hz)
d- Generator engine temperature
e- Oil pressure
f- Generator cranking battery voltage
g- Run indicator
• Your generator manufacturer's name is automatically displayed at the top of the screen.
• If the generator is running, a green indicator appears next to "RUN." Otherwise, a red
indicator appears next to "STOP."
• The run time displays the the running time of the generator to the tenth of an hour up
to 999.9 hours, then in whole hours to up to 99,999 hours.
• Battery voltage and engine temperature are displayed with both Onan and Kohler
generators.
• Oil pressure is available with Onan generators only.
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Notes:
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Table of Contents
Using Environment and Navigation Screens.... 140 Resetting Trip Log Amounts ................. 144
Viewing Depth and Water Temperature ..... 141 Viewing Fuel to Waypoint Data .................. 144
Setting Depth Alerts ............................. 141 Viewing Navigation Data ............................ 146
Viewing Trip Log Information ..................... 143
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Using Environment and Navigation Screens

The environment and navigation screens display vital environment information such as sea
depth, sea temperature, as well as navigational information that, if a global positioning
system (GPS) is attached, will provide current latitude and longitude. If the GPS source is
a chartplotter you will then be provided with a calculated fuel to waypoint that shows a
green indication if you have enough fuel to reach your waypoint. This feature can provide
piece of mind when cruising.
Env/Nav
Depth
Trip Log
Fuel To Wpt
Navigation
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IMPORTANT: The screens listed in the Env/Nav menu is determined by the vessel setup
and other components connected to the VesselView Race Edition unit. For example:
VesselView will not display Fuel To Waypoint data if the GPS source attached to
VesselView does not have chartplotter capabilities.
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Viewing Depth and Water Temperature

The "DEPTH" screen displays the depth, speed, and sea temperature; and enables you to
set both deep and shallow depth alarms.
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c f
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a- Actual depth
b- Horn alarm activated icon
c- Shallow alarm limit
d- Vessel speed
e- Sea temperature
f- Deep alarm limit
g- Visual alarm activated icon
NOTE: Shallow depth alarms sound audibly even if the "Warning Horn Off" option is
selected in the "Warnings" screen of the "Settings" menu.
• Depth is displayed in feet by default. To change the units, refer to Section 4 -
Settings.
• The "DEPTH" screen displays an icon to indicate that audible or visual alarms are set.
• "SHALLOW" and "DEEP" alarm setting are displayed based on what has been set in
the depth alarms pop‑up window.
• Sea temperature is displayed in Fahrenheit by default. If the sea temperature sensor
is unavailable or not connected, the temperature displayed is –40°.
SETTING DEPTH ALERTS
NOTE: Any active alarms are available for review by pressing the brightness and alarm
button.
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1. From the "DEPTH" screen, press the check button. VesselView displays the depth
alerts dialog box.
a
b
c
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a - Alarm type
b - Shallow alarm depth
c - Deep alarm depth
2. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to select what type of alert to set. The
available options are:
• "BOTH" ‑ Both a visual alarm and audible alarm horn. There will also be an active
alarm pop‑up window and the actual depth measurement text will change from
black to red in color.
• "NONE" ‑ No horn or visual.
• "VISUAL" ‑ An alarm icon appears in the status bar and an active alarm pop‑up
window will appear when the alert level is reached. Also, the actual depth
measurement text will change from black to red in color. There will not be any
audible alert.
• "HORN" ‑ An audible alarm horn sounds and an active alarm pop‑up window will
appear when the alert level is reached. There will not be any visual alarm icon in
the status bar.
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Critical depth pop‑up message.
3. Press the down arrow to proceed to the "SHALLOW" field.
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IMPORTANT: Depth is measured from the depth transducer location. To measure from
the keel or waterline, set a depth offset in the "Offsets" screen of the "Settings" menu. Refer
to Section 4 - Settings for more information.
4. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to set the depth at which you wish to
receive a shallow alert.
5. Press the down arrow on the arrow trackpad to proceed to the "DEEP" field.
6. Use the left or right arrow on the arrow trackpad to set the depth at which you wish to
receive a deep alert.
7. Press the check button to confirm your selections.
Viewing Trip Log Information
The "TRIP LOG" screen displays the time, mileage, and average performance since the
last reset.
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b f
c d e
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a- Trip time
b- Distance traveled
c- Fuel used
d- Fuel economy
e- Fuel remaining
f- Average speed
g- Engine run time
• Trip time is the amount of time the VesselView has been operated since the last reset.
• Fuel economy displays the average fuel use since reset. By default, this is calculated
in miles per gallon.
• Fuel used is the total amount of fuel used from all tanks since the last reset.
• Average speed displays the average vessel speed since the last reset.
• Distance shows the distance traveled since the last reset.
• Run time shows the total hours the engines have been running since the last reset.
• Fuel remaining is the total fuel amount left in all tanks. This amount cannot be reset.
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RESETTING TRIP LOG AMOUNTS

1. From the "TRIP LOG" screen, press the check button. VesselView displays the reset
dialog box.
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Trip log reset pop‑up window
2. Press the check button to reset the trip log. Press the X button to cancel.
Viewing Fuel to Waypoint Data

The "FUEL TO WAYPOINT" screen displays dynamic travel information with a GPS unit
connected that is following a route. The Range field will show the estimated distance the
vessel should travel at the current rate of consumption with the calculated fuel remaining.
If the distance to waypoint is less than the range calculated, the range distance will be
green. If the distance to waypoint is greater than the range calculated, the range distance
will be red. For the most accurate data, maintain bearing to the waypoint destination.
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IMPORTANT: The range comparison is using the distance to waypoint data from the GPS
for the next waypoint in the route (shown above the range). This may not be your final
destination depending on your route configuration. Be sure to remember that there may
be additional legs in the route that are not being used in the range comparison. Unless the
waypoint you are navigating to is your final destination, and you are able to maintain an
accurate bearing, care must be taken to monitor the actual vessel fuel consumption.
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a- Range to waypoint
b- Distance to waypoint
c- Bearing to waypoint
d- Fuel to waypoint
e- Speed over ground
f- Total fuel flow rate
g- Fuel economy
• If you have set a waypoint on your GPS unit, the DTW (distance to waypoint) field shows
the remaining distance.
• The SOG (speed over ground) field displays the vessel's speed as calculated by the
GPS unit.
• The FTW (fuel to waypoint) will display the estimated amount of fuel needed to reach
the waypoint.
• Displays the total fuel flow rate and fuel economy.
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Viewing Navigation Data

The "NAVIGATION" screen displays information from a connected GPS unit.
NAVIGATION
o
LAT 20 20.328 S a
o
LON 157 44.502 W b
1.5 MI 10.0 MPH 23 O T

DIST WPT SOG HEADING
c d e 27333
a - Latitude location coordinate d - Speed over ground

b - Longitude location coordinate e - GPS heading
c - Distance to waypoint
• Latitude and longitude are displayed based on available GPS data.

• If you have set a waypoint, the distance to waypoint field shows the remaining distance.
• The SOG (speed over ground) field displays the vessel's speed as calculated by the
GPS unit. Due to wind and current, this value may differ from speed over water (SOW).
• The heading is calculated by the GPS unit. Due to wind and current, this heading may
differ from your course over ground.
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Table of Contents
Cutting the Instrument Panel............................ 148 MerCruiser and Outboard Applications - Dual
Preparing the Mounting Location................148 Engine ........................................................ 156
Cutting the Panel.........................................148 MerCruiser and Outboard Applications - Triple
Securing VesselView to the Instrument Panel Engine ........................................................ 160
....................................................................149 MerCruiser and Outboard Applications - Quad
VesselView Bezel Removal........................149 Engine ........................................................ 164
DTS Wiring Guidelines..................................... 150 Mercury Racing Sterndrive Applications .... 167
Wiring Guidelines for Electrical Boat Installing the Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
Accessories ................................................ 150 .......................................................................... 168
Harness Installation Guidelines .................. 150 Installing the NMEA 0183 Adapter Harness..... 169
VesselView Harness Connection for SmartCraft NMEA 0183 Connector .............................. 170
Version 07 and Up............................................ 151 Calibration Logs................................................ 172
Wiring Connections for SmartCraft Version 07 Tank Calibration Reference Sample Log ... 172
.......................................................................... 152 Tank Calibration Reference Log ................ 174
VesselView Harness and Adapter .............. 152 Manual Tank Calibration Screen Log ......... 175
MerCruiser and Outboard Applications - Single VesselView Template Cutout............................ 175
Engine ....................................................... 154
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Cutting the Instrument Panel

Preparing the Mounting Location
1. Select a suitable location for the VesselView on the boat's instrument panel.
NOTE: The area behind the panel should be clear of any cables, wiring, or other hardware
that may interfere with installation. The mounting location should also provide good visibility
from the boat operator's position.
2. Disconnect the batteries powering the gauges or SmartCraft components.
3. Cut out the template located on the last page of the installation instructions.
NOTE: Always check the template cutout to the mounting holes on the VesselView before
drilling.
4. Use the template to determine the space required for mounting.
5. Prepare the mounting location surface as follows:
• Fiberglass panels: Apply masking tape to the area being cut to prevent cracking
the fiberglass.
• Vinyl-covered panels: Use a razor blade to carefully remove the vinyl from the
area being cut to avoid tearing the vinyl.
Cutting the Panel
1. After preparing the area to be cut, tape the mounting template to the panel.
2. Drill four 5.5 mm (7/32 in.) holes at the locations shown on the template for the mounting
screws.
3. Drill four 19 mm (3/4 in.) holes at the locations shown on the template and cut out the
shaded portion of the template.
NOTE: The following diagram is an example only. Use the template located at the last page
of these installation instructions.
a a
bb
a a
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a - Mounting screw holes (5.5 mm [7/32 in.])
b - Cutout pilot holes (19 mm [3/4 in.])
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4. Remove the template and insert the VesselView into the panel to ensure fit. Do not
secure to the instrument panel until all harness connections are completed.
Securing VesselView to the Instrument Panel
c
a
d e
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a - Bezel d - Washer
b - Mounting Screw e - Wing nut
c - VesselView
1. Insert the VesselView into the opening.

2. Secure the VesselView with the four mounting screws, washers, and wing nuts. Do not
overtighten the wing nuts.
3. The back of the bezel is labeled "TOP" and "BOTTOM". Ensure the bezel is aligned
correctly to avoid damaging the bezel or VesselView.
4. Snap the bezel onto the VesselView.
VesselView Bezel Removal
1. The VesselView has four access slots at the bottom of the bezel.
a a
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a - Access slots
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2. Use an angled flat head screwdriver to pry the bezel off at one of the access slots.
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3. Move to the next access slot and proceed to pry the bezel off.
4. When the bottom of the bezel is loose, pry up the sides of the bezel with the screwdriver
until the bezel releases.
DTS Wiring Guidelines

! WARNING
Splicing or probing will damage the wire insulation allowing water to enter the wiring.
Water intrusion may lead to wiring failure and loss of throttle and shift control. To avoid
the possibility of serious injury or death from loss of boat control, do not splice or probe
into any wire insulation of the DTS system.
• Never attempt to connect, network, tie into, switch, sink source voltage or current from
the DTS wiring harnesses.
• Never attempt to connect any type of communication or navigation equipment into the
DTS wiring harnessing other than at the designated connection point.
• Always install boat accessory equipment using an appropriate power source
connection, such as a fuse panel or junction box.
• Never attempt to tap directly into any of the DTS electrical wiring harnesses for a source
of power.
Wiring Guidelines for Electrical Boat Accessories
! WARNING
Excessive voltage drop may compromise the DTS system, leading to serious injury or
death from loss of throttle and shift control. Do not wire any electrical accessory into the
12‑volt ignition key switch circuits of the DTS system.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect boat accessories to the ignition key switch. Use a separate,
switched 12‑volt source for wiring boat accessories.
IMPORTANT: The DTS system requires a consistent 12‑volt power source. Splicing or
connecting accessories to the 12‑volt or ignition key switch DTS circuits (purple, purple/
white, or red wires) could blow a fuse or overload circuits, causing intermittent or complete
loss of operation.
Harness Installation Guidelines
IMPORTANT: A SystemView harness is NOT compatible with VesselView. VesselView
must only be installed using the harness contained in the VesselView kit.
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IMPORTANT: SystemView installation required the use of a 10‑pin Vessel Display

Connector on the command module harness. DO NOT connect the VesselView, or the
VesselView adapter harness, to this Vessel Display Connector. This 10‑pin connector is
only found on DTS command module harnesses for the connection of a SystemView or a
System Speedometer.
• Locate an appropriate path for routing the harness connections to their installation
points.
• Inspect the routing path to ensure that surfaces are free of any sharp edges or burrs
that could cut the harness.
• Fasten and support the harness with clamps or cable ties every 45.8 cm (18 in.) along
the routing path. A clamp or cable tie must be used within 25.4 cm (10 in.) of any
connection in a DTS system.
• Ensure that all connections are tight. Seal all unused connectors with weather caps.
VesselView Harness Connection for SmartCraft Version 07 and Up

The VesselView adapter harness is required for all Mercury and MerCruiser Version 07
SmartCraft installations. Cummins MerCruiser Diesel and Mercury Racing Sterndrive
installations do not require this harness assembly. For Cummins MerCruiser Diesel and
Mercury Racing Sterndrive applications, connect the VesselView harness directly to the
junction box.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the VesselView or the VesselView adapter harness to the
vessel display connector on the command module harness.
System Speedometer.
NOTE: If installing more than one VesselView, use a separate VesselView harness and
VesselView harness adapter for each unit.
1. Connect the the VesselView adapter harness to the starboard junction box. Refer to the
Wiring Connections for SmartCraft Version 07 for diagrams.
2. Connect the VesselView harness to the VesselView adapter harness.
3. Connect the VesselView harness to the VesselView unit.
4. For multi‑engine applications, install the appropriate multi‑engine ignition harness
(available separately) between the multi‑ignition connector on the VesselView harness
and the appropriate junction box.
5. Ensure the VesselView receives power when any key switch is in the "ON" position.
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Wiring Connections for SmartCraft Version 07

VesselView Harness and Adapter
k
VesselView
x
SmartCraft
f
g
b c d l
j
h i
a e
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o n m
a- VesselView adapter harness i - Starboard 2 engine System Link
b- CAN V data connector gauge connector (purple/tan wires)
c- CAN V terminator resistor j - NMEA 0183 connector
d- CAN V wake connector k - VesselView unit
e- 10‑pin connector l - VesselView connectors
f- Multi‑ignition connector m -Starboard System Link gauge
g- Warning horn connector (purple wires)
h- Port 2 engine System Link gauge n - Port System Link gauge connector
connector (purple/red wires) (purple/yellow wires)
o - Air temperature sensor connector
p - VesselView harness assembly

System Speedometer.
IMPORTANT: Seal all unused connectors with weather caps.
The VesselView adapter harness provides connections for CAN V components. These
connections provide CAN V support as follows:
• CAN V data connector ‑ Allows data input to the CAN V bus.
• CAN V terminator resistor ‑ Terminates CAN V if installed at the farthest end of the
CAN V network; otherwise, this connector continues the CAN V bus.
• CAN V wake connector ‑ Supplies CAN V wake to the entire CAN V network.
IMPORTANT: When rigging a vessel that has a Mercury Racing Sterndrive rigging kit
installed, the VesselView Adapter Harness is not required.
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MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Single Engine
VesselView
x
f
SmartCraft
d e
VesselView
x
f
SmartCraft
b d e
a RUN
OFF
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a- Command module/ignition wire harness

b- 14‑pin data harness connector
c- SmartCraft Junction Box (4‑way)
d- VesselView adapter harness
e- VesselView harness assembly
f- VesselView unit
g- Global positioning system
h- 10‑pin Vessel Display Connector
IMPORTANT: When rigging a vessel that has a Mercury Racing Sterndrive rigging kit
System Speedometer.
Recommended Equipment ‑ Base VesselView Race Edition Installation (1 Unit)
Quantity Component Part Number
1 VesselView Race Edition Kit
1 VesselView Harness Assembly
VesselView Adapter Harness
1 (Not Required if a Mercury Racing Sterndrive Rigging
Kit is installed on vessel.)
1.79‑898277K16
1 GPS Antenna
1 VesselView NEMA 0183 Adapter Harness Assembly
1 CAN P GPS Harness
1 Temperature Sensor Assembly
1 USB Extension Harness With Dash Mount Plug
1 SmartCraft Junction Box (4‑way) 878492‑
SmartCraft Junction Box Weather Cap
As Required 859318T2
(Required where an open port exists.)
Recommended Equipment ‑ Additional VesselView Race Edition Installation (2‑9 Units)

1 Additional VesselView Race Edition Kit
1. 79‑898277K15 (Does Not Contain GPS)
1. Refer to Section 1 - VesselView Race Edition Components and Part Numbers for individual kit component part numbers.
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MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Dual Engine
k
f
a VesselView
x
k l
g SmartCraft
i
d j
c
m
e VesselView
x
l
SmartCraft
b h
P X V
i j
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a - Port engine 14‑pin connector

b - Starboard engine 14‑pin connector
c - Dual engine harness command module/ignition harness
d - 2‑Pin CAN P female‑to‑female link harness
e - CAN P System Link harness connector
f - 14‑pin data harness connector
g - Port engine SmartCraft junction box
h - Starboard SmartCraft engine junction box
i - VesselView adapter harness
j - VesselView harness assembly
k - Multi‑ignition harness connector
l - VesselView unit
m -Global positioning system
IMPORTANT: When rigging a vessel that has a Mercury Racing Sterndrive Rigging Kit
System Speedometer.
NOTE: The multi‑ignition harness for dual engine applications connects the port engine to
the VesselView harness, allowing the VesselView to turn on when either key switch is
turned on.
NOTE: Rudder angle or synchronizer system link gauges must be connected to the
starboard system link gauge connector on the VesselView harness.
NOTE: The starboard junction box provides battery voltage and ground circuit to the
VesselView. If the starboard battery (pin A) is unavailable because it has failed or is
switched off, the VesselView will power up using another ignition source (port, starboard
inner, or port inner batteries) but will not save any memory settings when the VesselView
is turned off. The VesselView will not operate if the starboard ground (pin B) is unavailable
at the starboard junction box.
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2.79‑898277K16
1 GPS Antenna
1 CAN P GPS Harness
1 2‑Pin CAN P Female‑To‑Female Link Harness 84‑893452A01
1 Multi‑Ignition Harness For Dual‑Engine Applications 84‑889279T02

1 Multi‑Ignition Harness For Dual‑Engine Applications 84‑889279T02
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MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Triple Engine
o
o
n
a
f h n
i
n
h
b VesselView
x
n p
j SmartCraft
l
e m
d
q
f VesselView
x
p
SmartCraft
c k
P X V
l m
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a- Port engine 14‑pin connector

b- Starboard 2 engine 14‑pin connector
c- Starboard engine 14‑pin connector
d- Triple engine command module/ignition harness
e- CAN P female‑to‑female extension harness (connecting starboard 2 and
starboard engine)
f - CAN P System Link harness connector
g - 2‑pin terminator resister (blue) (port engine CAN P wire harness connector)
h - 14‑pin data harness connector
i - Port engine SmartCraft junction box
j - Starboard 2 engine SmartCraft junction box
k - Starboard engine SmartCraft junction box
l - VesselView adapter harness
m -VesselView harness assembly
n - Multi‑ignition harness (triple/quad)
o - Multi‑ignition harness quad connector terminator
p - VesselView unit
q - Global positioning system
System Speedometer.
NOTE: The multi‑ignition harness for triple or quad engine applications connects each
engine to the VesselView harness, allowing the VesselView to turn on when either key
switch is turned on.
NOTE: A rudder angle system link gauge must be connected to the starboard system link
gauge connector on the VesselView harness.
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3.79‑898277K16
1 GPS Antenna
1 CAN P GPS Harness
Multi‑Ignition Harness For Triple/Quad‑Engine
1 84‑889279T04
Applications

1 84‑889279T04
Applications
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MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Quad Engine
p
a
g i p
j
p
b
g i p
k
g p
i
VesselView
x
q
p
c l SmartCraft
h e o
r
g
VesselView
x
q
SmartCraft
P X V
m
d
i
n o
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a- Port engine 14‑pin connector

b- Port 2 engine 14‑pin connector
c- Starboard 2 engine 14‑pin connector
d- Starboard engine 14‑pin connector
e- Quad engine command module/ignition harness
f- CAN P SC100 female‑to‑female extension harness (connecting port 2 and
starboard 2 engine)
g - CAN P System Link engine adapter harness
h - Terminator (port and starboard CAN P wire harness connector)
i - 14‑pin data harness connector
j - Port engine SmartCraft junction box
k - Port 2 engine SmartCraft junction box
l - Starboard 2 engine SmartCraft junction box
m -Starboard engine SmartCraft junction box
n - VesselView adapter harness
o - VesselView harness assembly
p - Multi‑ignition harness (triple/quad)
q - VesselView unit
r - Global positioning system
System Speedometer.
NOTE: The multi‑ignition harness for triple or quad engine applications connects each
engine to the VesselView harness, allowing the VesselView to turn on when either key
switch is turned on.
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4.79‑898277K16
1 GPS Antenna
1 CAN P GPS Harness
1 84‑889279T04
Applications

1 84‑889279T04
Applications
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Mercury Racing Sterndrive Applications

VesselView
x
d
SmartCraft
e VesselView
x
d
SmartCraft
35099
a - Mercury Racing Sterndrive diode harness (The diode harness shown is only
required for multiple engine applications. A single engine application does not
require the diode harness.)
b - SmartCraft junction box
c - VesselView harness assembly
d - VesselView unit
e - Global positioning system
IMPORTANT: Applications using the Mercury Racing Sterndrive hull harness do not
require the multi‑ignition harness connectors to be connected. The power source that
allows the VesselView to turn on when either key switch is turned on comes through the
10‑pin connector on the hull harness.
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5.79‑898277K16
1 GPS Antenna
1 CAN P GPS Harness
1 SmartCraft Junction Box 878492‑

Installing the Ambient Air Temperature Sensor

NOTE: The ambient air temperature sensor installation is optional.
1. Select the location of the air temperature sensor. Mount the sensor where it will be
exposed to outside air and not in direct sunlight.
2. Drill a 19 mm (3/4 in.) mounting hole.
3. Install the mounting adapter as shown below.
a
b c d
10738
a - Mounting adapter c - Nylon nut
b - Gasket d - Air temperature sensor
4. Thread the sensor into the mounting adapter.

5. Connect the temperature sensor to the connector on the VesselView harness.
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Installing the NMEA 0183 Adapter Harness

i
VesselView
x
e
d
SmartCraft
b f
c
j
g h
a
k
o
24134
n m l
a- 10‑pin connector
b- Multi‑ignition connector
c- Warning horn
d- NMEA output connector (light blue with green stripe: NMEA out [+]; dark blue
with red stripe: NMEA out [–])(reserved for future use)
e - NMEA input connector (white with dark blue stripe: NMEA in [+]; dark blue
with white stripe: NMEA in [–])
f - NMEA adapter harness
g - Port inner (engine 4) system link gauge connector (purple and red wires)
h - Starboard inner (center/engine 3) system link gauge connector (purple and
tan wires)
i - VesselView
j - VesselView connectors
k - NMEA 0183 connector
l - Starboard (engine 1) system link gauge connector (purple wires)
m -Port (engine 2) system link gauge connector (purple and yellow wires)
n - Air temperature sensor connector
o - VesselView harness
1. Connect the 5‑pin NMEA connector on the adapter harness to the 5‑pin NMEA 0183
connector on the VesselView harness as shown in the diagram.
2. Connect your GPS unit or other NMEA‑compatible device to the adapter harness.
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NMEA 0183 Connector

NOTE: The connector image shown is the wire side of the plug.
c b a
d e 24202
a- NMEA out (+)

b- NMEA out (–)
c- NMEA in (+)
d- NMEA in (–)
e- DC ground
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Notes:
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Calibration Logs
Tank Calibration Reference Sample Log
Volume In Tank Measurable Sensor Reading Sensor Reading Sensor Reading

Units = Capacity Position 1 Position 2 Positition 3
0 3.0
10 16 (refer to step 6) 3.0 Empty tank = 0.0 gallons enter 3.0%
20 4.0 6.0 in the calibration point for Empty tank
30 14.0 9.0
40 24.0 15.0
50 34.0 21.0 1/4 tank = 39.5 gallons enter approx 24.0%
60 44.0 27.0 in the calibration point for 1/4 tank
70 54.0 33.0
80 64.0 39.0
110 94.0 57.0
120 104.0 63.0
150 134.0 80.0
160 144.0 85.0
170 154.0 91.0 full tank = 158.0 gallons enter 93.0%
180 158 (refer to step 7) 93.0 in the calibration point for full tank
190 158 (refer to step 7) 93.0
200 158 (refer to step 7) 93.0
210
220
230
240
250
260
270
280
290
300
34984
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1 - Put the VesselView Race Edition into Manual Tank Calibration mode.
2 - For each point in the table, enter the tank sending unit reading from the
"current actual" value on the display.
3 - If the tank sender does not read on the low or high end, this amount should
not be used in the tank calculations.
4 - After filling the tank, take the measurable amount (between 0% and 100%),
and enter it into VesselView as tank capacity.
5 - Enter the calibration points from the data in the table for each point in the
Manual Tank Calibration screen.
6 - Use alternate positions if you want to adjust for various operating positions
(on the trailer, in the water at rest, on plane etc.).
7 - If the measurable capacity does not start at zero, enter the amount needed
for the sender to start reading in the last unused "Measurable Capacity" field.
IMPORTANT: Measurable capacity starts when the sender reading starts increasing (the
sender reading for an empty tank may be greater than 0%) and stops when the sender
reading stops increasing (this may be less than 100%). Any volume added to the tank
before the sender reading increases or after the sender stops increasing is unmeasured
capacity. It is important, to ensure accuracy, that the unmeasured capacity is subtracted
from the total volume added and that only the measurable volume be entered as the tank
capacity.
In the example shown, the sender reading stayed at 3.0% until 16 gallons were added to
the tank. It also stopped increasing at 93.0% even though there is an additional 26 gallons
added. These 42 gallons, if used in the calculations, would cause significant errors in the
calculated volume remaining. In this example the tank capacity entered into VesselView
should be approximately 158 gallons to ensure the most accurate reading. If you left the
tank capacity at 200 gallons and you properly calibrated full to be 93.0%, when the sender
reading drops from 93.0% to 92.9%, the reading will change from 200.0 gallons to 199.9
gallons when we know that there is really only 173.9 gallons in the tank. For this same
reason, the 16 gallons added before the sender starts to read should not be used. This is
why, in the example, the Measurable Capacity is 158 (200 gallon tank ‑ 26 gallons of top
end unmeasurable capacity = 174 gallons, 174 gallons ‑ 16 gallons of bottom end
unmeasurable capacity = 158 gallons that are measurable).
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Tank Calibration Reference Log

Tank Calibration Reference Log
Volume In Tank Measurable Sensor Reading Sensor Reading Sensor Reading
Units = Capacity Position 1 Position 2 Position 3
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
250
260
270
280
290
300
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Manual Tank Calibration Screen Log

While manually calibrating the tanks, enter the tank and calibration information below.
Space is provided for up to four tanks.
34961
VesselView Template Cutout

NOTE: Due to printing variances, the size of the template may vary. Measure for accuracy
before drilling any holes. Refer to Section 8 - Cutting the Instrument Panel for installation
instructions.
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Notes:
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132.5 mm
(5.2 in.)
112.0 mm
(4.4 in.)
197.8 mm
180.5 mm
(7.8 in.)
(7.1 in.)
182.5 mm
(7.2 in.)
114.0 mm 25960
(4.5 in.)
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Notes:
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Section 9 - Glossary of Terms and Service Contact

Information
Table of Contents
VesselView Systems Terminology.................... 180 Mercury Marine Service Offices........................ 182
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VesselView Systems Terminology

Term Definition
ACTIVE Active fault state of sensors, switches, injectors, etc.
BAR Unit of measurement for pressure.
BATTERY VOLTS Main engine battery volts.
BLOCK PSI Inlet water pressure (PSI or kPa)
BEARING TO WAYPOINT The compass direction from a position to a waypoint.
BRG TO WP Bearing to waypoint
BTW Bearing to waypoint
C Celsius
C1 Center tank 1
C2 Center tank 2
C3 Center tank 3
CA Center aft tank
CF Center forward tank
CAN Controller Area Network
COURSE OVER GROUND The current direction of travel relative to a ground position.
CRS OVR GND Course over ground
COG Course over ground
Delta % is a percentage of continuous movement in one direction per second. This is used as a tolerance
DELTA % to define when the "TRIM/TAB" pop‑up window appears. The higher the percentage, the less likely the
"TRIM/TAB" pop‑up window will appear.
DELTA PRESSURE Difference between fuel pressure and manifold absolute pressure.
DEMAND % TPI% / TPS%; On DTS models this is ERC demand %.
DEVICE ID Number to identify a VesselView at a station.
DIST WPT Distance to waypoint
DTS Digital Throttle and Shift
DTW Distance to waypoint
ENGINE ID Engine identification
ENGINE RPM Revolutions Per Minute of engine.
ERC Electronic Remote Control handle at the helm.
ESC Electronic Shift Control (Actuator)
F Fahrenheit
FUEL LEVEL Vessel tank fuel sender data
FUEL TO WAYPOINT The estimated amount of fuel needed to reach the waypoint.
FT Feet
FTM Fathoms
FTW Fuel to waypoint
GAL Gallons
GPH Gallons per hour
GPS Global Positioning System
GUARDIAN Engine Guardian Strategy is active causing a forced reduction in available power.
HEAD TMP Cylinder head temperature (F or C)
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Term Definition
HELM ID Number to identify the station the VesselView is being installed on.
IGL Empirical gallons
KM Kilometers
KMH Kilometers per hour
KNOTS Unit of measurement for speed.
KPA Kilopascal
KPL Kilometers per liter
LIT Liters
LPH Liters per hour
Met Meters
Mil Miles
MPG Miles per gallon
MPH Miles per hour
NM Nautical mile
A combined electrical and data specification for communication between marine electronic devices and
NMEA 0183
GPS receivers.
NMPG Nautical Miles per gallon
NUM ENGINES Number of engines on the vessel.
NA Not Available
OIL PSI Engine oil pressure (PSI or kPa)
P1 Port tank 1
P2 Port tank 2
P3 Port tank 3
PA Port aft tank
PF Port forward tank
PADDLE WHEEL Data used to calculate vessel speed (frequency in hertz).
PITOT Pitot pressure sensor data for vessel speed calculations.
PORTCNTR Port Center
PSI Pounds per square inch
RANGE TO WAYPOINT The estimated distance the engine(s) will run at the current speed with the fuel available.
RTW Range to waypoint
S1 Starboard tank 1
S2 Starboard tank 2
S3 Starboard tank 3
SA Starboard aft tank
SF Starboard forward tank
SHIFT Neutral or in gear position
SOG Speed over ground
SPD OVR GRD Speed over ground
SPEED OVER GROUND The speed at which the vessel is moving relative to the earth's surface.
STBD Starboard
STBDCNTR Starboard Center
TEMP Temperature
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Term Definition
TRIM Trim sender data
USB MEMORY STICK Memory device used to save and load VesselView configuration data.
WOT Wide Open Throttle
Mercury Marine Service Offices

For assistance, call, fax, or write. Please include your daytime telephone number with mail
and fax correspondence.
United States
Telephone Fax Mercury Marine
W6250 W. Pioneer Road
(920) 929‑5040 (920) 929‑5893 P.O. Box 1939
Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939
United States (Mercury Racing)
Telephone Fax Mercury Racing
N7480 County Rd. UU
(920) 924‑2088 (920) 924‑2096 Fond du Lac, WI 54935-9585
Canada
Telephone Fax Mercury Marine Ltd.
2395 Meadowpine Blvd.
(905) 567‑6372 (905) 567‑8515 Mississauga, Ontario L5N 7W6
Canada
Australia, Pacific
Telephone Fax Mercury Marine Australia
132-140 Frankston Road
(61) (3) 9791‑5822 (61) (3) 9793‑5880 Dandenong, Victoria 3164
Australia
Europe, Middle East, Africa

Telephone Fax Marine Power - Europe, Inc.
Parc Industriel de Petit-Rechain B-4800
(32) (87) 32 • 32 • 11 (32) (87) 31 • 19 • 65 Verviers,
Belgium
Mexico, Central America, South America, Caribbean
Telephone Fax Mercury Marine
11650 Interchange Circle North
(954) 744‑3500 (954) 744‑3535 Miramar, FL 33025
U.S.A.
Japan
Telephone Fax Mercury Marine - Japan
283-1 Anshin-cho Hamamatsu
81‑53‑423‑2500 81‑53‑423‑2510 Shizuoka, 435-0005
Japan
Asia, Singapore
Telephone Fax Mercury Marine Singapore
72 Loyang Way
5466160 5467789 Singapore, 508762
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VesselView Race Edition

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VesselView Race Edition

IMPORTANT: Identifies information essential to the successful completion of the

Approved Practices and Procedures

Cleanliness and Care of Product

Related Service Bulletin List

Copyright and Trademark Information

Section 1 - Getting Started

VesselView Specifications.......................................2 Navigating Through the Screens........................8

Section 2 - Initial Setup and Calibration

Setup Wizard Overview.........................................18 Device Setup....................................................23

Section 3 - VesselView Race Edition Screen Overview

Section 4 - Main Menu

Calibrate (Without Use of Wizard).........................60 Default Method Procedure.........................63

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Section 5 - Propulsion Menu

Using Propulsion Screens..................................120 Viewing Oil Temperature...............................124

Section 6 - Vessel Menu

Using Vessel Screens........................................132 Checking Tank Status....................................135

Section 7 - Environment and Navigation Menu

Using Environment and Navigation Screens......140 Resetting Trip Log Amounts.....................144

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Cutting the Instrument Panel...............................148 MerCruiser and Outboard Applications ‑ Dual

Section 9 - Glossary of Terms and Service Contact Information

VesselView Systems Terminology......................180 Mercury Marine Service Offices..........................182

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Section 1 - Getting Started 1

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VesselView Race Edition Components and Part Numbers

VesselView Race Edition Kit Components

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• Performs other functions as described in the on‑screen prompts.

Turning the VesselView Unit On or Off

Cleanliness and Care of Product

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Using the Menu Panel

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Tabs Clock/Light Trim/Tab Popup Alarm History Hardware Info

Trim Preferences Hot Keys

Configuration Sensors Pages On/Off

3. Use the arrow trackpad to choose a menu item.

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Using Dialog Boxes and Pop‑Up Windows

Pop‑Up Window Preferences

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TRIM/TAB POP-UP WINDOW SETTINGS

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Data fields available in status bar

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