Garmin Force, Quick Start Manual

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Using Gesture Controls to Steer
You can steer the motor by moving the remote control.
1
If necessary, engage the propeller.
2
Hold .
3
While holding , move the remote control to the left or right
to steer port or starboard.
4 Release to stop steering.
Using Gesture Controls to Set and Adjust Heading Hold
You can use the remote control to set and adjust the heading
hold in a specified heading.
1 If necessary, engage the propeller.
2
Point the remote control toward where you want to engage or
change the heading hold.
3
Hold .
The motor engages or changes the heading hold, and steers
the boat in the direction you are pointing while you hold the
key.
4
Release to set the heading hold direction.
Using Gesture Controls to Adjust Your Anchor Lock
Position
You can use the remote control to adjust your position when in
anchor lock.
1
If necessary, engage anchor lock.
2 Hold .
3 Point the remote control in the direction you want to move
your anchor lock position.
Your position jogs 1.5 m (5 ft.) in the direction you point.
4 Repeat the previous step until the anchor lock is in the
location you want.
5
Release .
Basic Configuration
You should perform these basic configuration procedures before
using your trolling motor. For a complete list of settings and
configuration options, see the online owner's manual
( Downloading the Manuals from the Web , page 6 ).
Setting the Bow Offset
Based on the installation angle, the trolling motor may not align
with the center line of your boat. For the best results, you should
set the bow offset.
1
Using the remote control, adjust the angle of the trolling
motor so it aligns with the center line of your boat ,
pointing straight forward.
2
On the remote control, select > Settings > Trolling Motor
> Calibrate > Bow Offset .
3
Repeat this procedure if necessary.
Calibrating the Trolling Motor
You must calibrate the compass in the trolling motor before you
can use the autopilot features.
1
Drive the boat to an open area of calm water.
2
On the remote control, select > Settings > Trolling Motor
> Calibrate > Compass .
3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Calibrating the Remote Control
NOTICE
Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. To improve heading
accuracy, do not stand near objects that influence magnetic
fields, such as vehicles, buildings, and overhead power lines.
You must calibrate the compass in the remote control before
you can control the motor using gestures. If the gesture controls
are not working properly after calibration, you can repeat this
process as often as needed.
1
Select > Settings > Remote > Calibrate .
2
Select Start , and follow the on-screen instructions.
Gain Settings
If the autopilot features, such as heading hold and anchor lock,
do not perform as expected, you may need to adjust the gain
settings.
See the online owner's manual for more information
( Downloading the Manuals from the Web , page 6 ).
Connecting to a Chartplotter
Your compatible Garmin chartplotter must have the latest
software version installed before you can connect the trolling
motor.
You can connect the trolling motor wirelessly to a compatible
Garmin chartplotter on your boat. After you connect to a
compatible chartplotter, you can control the trolling motor from
the chartplotter in addition to the remote control and foot pedal.
Download the latest version of your chartplotter's owner's
manual for complete operation instructions.
1
Turn on the chartplotter and the trolling motor.
2 Make sure that the chartplotter is hosting a wireless network.
NOTE: If you have multiple chartplotters installed, only one is
the wireless network host. Consult your chartplotter's owner's
manual for more information.
3 On the chartplotter, select Settings > Communications >
Wireless Devices > Garmin Trolling Motor > Start .
4
On the trolling motor display panel, press three times to
enter pairing mode.
on the trolling motor display panel illuminates blue as it
searches for a connection to the chartplotter, and changes to
green when the connection is successful.
5
After the chartplotter and trolling motor connect successfully,
enable the trolling motor bar on the chartplotter to control the
motor.
Download the latest version of your chartplotter's owner's
manual for complete operation instructions.
Pairing the Remote Control
The remote control is paired with the trolling motor at the factory,
but you may need to pair them again if the connection is broken.
1
Turn on the trolling motor.
2
On the trolling motor display panel, press three times to
enter pairing mode.
on the trolling motor display panel illuminates blue as it
searches for a connection.
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