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GIMBAL MOUNT OPTION

You may want to mount the Aqua-Vu monitor on the console (or in the
electronics locker) of your boat, or somewhere other than on the portable
carrying shuttle that comes with the unit. You can easily make the switch.
You'll need a Gimbal Bracket that can be purchased from Aqua-Vu dealers or
online at www.aquavu.com. With a Gimbal Bracket in the desired place,
loosen the two thumbscrews holding the monitor to the Aqua-Vu Z unit,
remove the monitor, and (using the two thumbscrews) attach it to the Gimbal
Bracket.

VIDEO RECORDING WITH THE AQUA-VU Z

Your Aqua-Vu Z's  "VIDEO-OUT" jack is for connecting your unit to a
handheld camcorder, or to a larger external monitor. Your Aqua-Vu will
work with any camcorder or any monitor that accepts the NTSC video signal
(the North American standard) and has a "VIDEO-IN" jack. Use an 
RCA-style patch cord that comes with most camcorders (also available at most
consumer electronics stores.) For video recording, plug one end of the cord into
the "VIDEO-OUT" jack on the Aqua-Vu; plug the other end into the "VIDEO-IN"
jack on your camcorder. You should be able to watch your Aqua-Vu monitor and
record at the same time.

CARING FOR YOUR AQUA-VU Z

Your Aqua-Vu underwater viewing system requires minimal "common sense"
maintenance.

1. The battery requires regular charging. (See battery charging

instructions.) Always disconnect the red and black power leads before
charging the battery. Never charge while the unit is connected.

2. Clean the monitor and camera lens periodically by using mild 

dishwashing soap, warm water, and a very soft cloth. Do NOT use 

window cleaner or alcohol-based products, since they may cause 
permanent fogging.

3. Periodically run your fingers over the entire length of the cable,

feeling for nicks or other cable damage. A damaged cable should be
returned to the factory for repair. (See the Service section of this manual.)

4. As a precautionary measure, dry off your monitor after it gets wet from

rain or boat spray.

5. Never tug on fishing line that accidentally gets wrapped around the

camera cable. Line can cut and damage the cable.

Nature Vision, Inc. © Copyright 2000 Pg 6

Summary of Contents for Fish Finder Z-Series

Page 1: ...Z SERIES OWNERS MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... Use pg 3 On the Ice pg 4 The Battery and Charger pg 5 The Fuse pg 5 Gimbal Mount Option pg 6 Video Recording With The Z Series pg 6 Caring For Your Z Series pg 6 Frequently Asked Questions pg 7 Some Cautionary Notes pg 8 Troubleshooting pg 8 One Year Limited Warranty pg 9 Extended Warranty pg 9 How To Obtain Service pg 10 ...

Page 3: ...MONITOR BATTERY CHARGER DETACHED SUNSHIELD THUMBSCREWS FRONT VIEWING FIN BALLAST WEIGHTS CABLE BATTERY SHUTTLE ...

Page 4: ...nce a fascinating new view Your eyes will be glued to the monitor screen The Aqua Vu Z is available with 60 or 120 foot cable options Choose from models Z 60 and Z 120 IN YOUR AQUA VU Z PACKAGE The package contains Aqua Vu Z components You ll be viewing ready in a few minutes Monitor weatherproof attaches to the Carrying Shuttle tilts up and down for convenient viewing Carrying Shuttle with handle...

Page 5: ... the Aqua Vu Z via an Auxiliary Power Cord accessory that plugs into a cigarette lighter in vehicle or boat The unit can operate off any 12 volt power source The Auxiliary Power Cord accessory is available through retailers or online at www aquavu com TESTING YOUR UNIT 1 VIEWING AN IMAGE Locate the ON OFF ON LIGHT switch at the right end of the control line up Turn the switch to the ON position Lo...

Page 6: ... camera and view Begin your viewing trip by simply lowering the camera to the bottom Don t worry The camera won t break if you bump a rock or suddenly hit bottom In most waters fish relate to bottom structure So while drifting or slow trolling you ll need to guide the camera over the ups and downs of bottom contours You will quickly learn how to swim the camera over bottom terrain With cable in ha...

Page 7: ...eral feet from the fishing hole Lower your bait or lure to about 6 inches above bottom Turn on the Aqua Vu Z unit and lower the camera through the camera hole Raise it slightly off bottom so you have a view of the bottom and the water above it Slowly twist the camera cable until you glimpse your bait Carefully adjust the cable so the bait is centered on the screen This camera positioning provides ...

Page 8: ...overcharging The 500 mA charger provided with the unit will not overcharge the battery in most cases Do not leave the charger connected for more than 24 hours Do not use a charging system with more than a 2 amp output High rates of charge can heat up and destroy a battery in a few hours Avoid prolonged battery storage without charging Batteries stored in a discharged state may initially appear to ...

Page 9: ...ug one end of the cord into the VIDEO OUT jack on the Aqua Vu plug the other end into the VIDEO IN jack on your camcorder You should be able to watch your Aqua Vu monitor and record at the same time CARING FOR YOUR AQUA VU Z Your Aqua Vu underwater viewing system requires minimal common sense maintenance 1 The battery requires regular charging See battery charging instructions Always disconnect th...

Page 10: ...ing Fin which positions the camera for viewing in the direction opposite from the boat s travel The Back viewing Fin not included with the unit is available from dealers or online at www aquavu com Can I splice the camera cable to obtain more length No Attempting to splice in additional cable violates the waterproof integrity of the camera and cable voiding the warranty Can I attach my camera to a...

Page 11: ...egal To our knowledge there are no restrictions anywhere that regulate the use of Aqua Vu underwater viewing systems Aqua Vu is an approved pre fishing tool for B A S S And P W T events and for other tournament trails across the country SOME CAUTIONARY NOTES The charger supplied with this unit does not disconnect or turn off automatically when a full charge is reached Please use caution when charg...

Page 12: ...r repair THE IMAGE ON MY SCREEN HAS A DARK MARGIN AROUND IT OR GETS BLURRY You re seeing on screen symptoms of a weakening battery Charge the battery or install a charged battery ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Nature Vision Inc warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase This warranty applies to customers who properly fill out clip a...

Page 13: ...repair or replace the unit at its discretion To obtain a Return Authorization Number contact the factory at 866 777 0733 You may also email service requests to aquavu naturevisioninc com The customer is responsible for shipping costs associated with returning the unit to Nature Vision Inc Nature Vision Inc will pay for shipping the repaired unit back to the customer After obtaining a Return Author...

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