Simrad HS70, User Manual

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Installation | HS70 User Manual
¼ Note:
You do not necessarily need to orient the antenna precisely as you can enter a software
offset to accommodate for any offset in heading measurement due to installation.
Before fix mounting the HS70
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Choose a location that meets the mounting location requirements
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Use the mounting template, mark and drill the mounting holes as necessary for the mounting
surface
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Attach the cable to the HS70 and secure the cable
Fix mounting the HS70
1.
Mark the mounting hole centers on the mounting surface.
2.
Place the HS70 over the marks to ensure the planned hole centers align with the true hole centers
(adjusting as necessary).
3.
Use a center punch to mark the hole centers.
4.
Drill the mounting holes with a 9 mm bit appropriate for the surface.
5.
Place the HS70 over the mounting holes and insert the mounting screws through the bottom of the
mounting surface and into the HS70.
Warning: When installing the HS70, hand tighten only. Damage resulting from
overtightening is not covered by the warranty.
Pole Mount
Keep the following in mind when using a pole mount:
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Mounting hole is 1” thread, 0.9” depth
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Hand tighten until snug (do not overtighten) while ensuring correct orientation
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Use the set screws on the long sides of the base to secure the HS70 in place (3/16” Allen
wrench not included)
Warning:
Overtightening may damage the system. This is not covered under
warranty.
Before pole mounting the HS70
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Install the HS70 parallel with the vessel’s axis.
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Choose a location that meets the mounting location requirements.
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Attach the cable to the HS70 and secure the cable.