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B&G Vulcan Series Installation Manual
Summary of Vulcan Series
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English vulcan series installation manual bandg.Com.
Page 3: Preface
Preface disclaimer as navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance. It is the owner’s sole responsi...
Page 4: Industry Canada
This equipment complies with: • ce under 2014/53/eu directive • the requirements of level 2 devices of the radio communications (electromagnetic compatibility) standard 2008 • part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interf...
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And on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • increase the separation between the equipment and receiver • connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receive...
Page 6: Trademarks
Si - slovenia es - spain se - sweden ch - switzerland tr - turkey uk - united kingdom trademarks lowrance ® and navico ® are registered trademarks of navico. Simrad ® is used by license from kongsberg. Navionics ® is a registered trademark of navionics, inc. Nmea ® and nmea 2000 ® are registered tra...
Page 7: About This Manual
• insight genesis® (insight genesis) • sonichub® (sonichub) about this manual this manual is a reference guide for installing the vulcan series units. Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows: Ú note: used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or ...
Page 9: Contents
Contents 11 check the contents 11 vulcan 5 box contents 12 vulcan 7 fs box contents 13 overview 13 front controls 14 rear connections 16 card reader 17 installation 17 mounting location 18 bracket mounting 20 panel mounting 20 transducer installation 21 wiring 21 guidelines 22 power connections 23 p...
Page 11: Check The Contents
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Page 12: Vulcan 7 Fs Box Contents
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Page 13: Overview
Overview the unit has a built-in chirp/broadband and structurescan sonar. The vulcan units can network over nmea 2000, this allows access to sensor data. The unit has built-in high speed gps receiver (10hz) and supports insight charts from navico including insight genesis. The system also supports c...
Page 16: Card Reader
Card reader used for attaching a microsd memory card. The memory card can be used for detailed chart data, software updates, transfer of user data, and system backup. The card reader door is opened by pulling the rubber cover open. The card reader door should always be securely shut immediately afte...
Page 17: Installation
Installation mounting location choose the mounting locations carefully before you drill or cut. The unit should be mounted so that the operator can easily use the controls and clearly see the screen. Be sure to leave a direct path for all of the cables. The unit has a high-contrast screen, and is vi...
Page 18: Bracket Mounting
Warning: when installing, ensure appropriate safety equipment is used. For example, ear muffs, protective glasses, gloves and a dust mask. Power tools may exceed safe noise levels, and can cast off dangerous projectiles. The dust from many materials commonly used in boat construction may cause irrit...
Page 20: Panel Mounting
1. Place the bracket in the desired mounting location. Ensure that the chosen location has enough height to accommodate the unit fitted in the bracket, and allows tilting of the unit. Also adequate space is required on both sides to allow tightening and loosening of the knobs. 2. Mark the screw loca...
Page 21: Wiring
Wiring guidelines don’t do this: do this: don’t make sharp bends in the cables. Do make drip and service loops. Don’t run cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the connectors. Do cable-tie all cables to keep them secure. Don’t route the data cables adjacent to radar, transmitter, or la...
Page 22: Power Connections
Power connections vulcan 5 power connection the unit is powered by 12 v dc. It is protected against reverse polarity, under voltage, and over voltage (for a limited duration). The plug of the supplied power cable has two discrete cables exiting from it. The thickest of the two cables provides the fo...
Page 23: Vulcan 7 Fs
Vulcan 7 fs the unit is powered by 12 v dc. It is protected against reverse polarity, under voltage, and over voltage (for a limited duration). The supplied power cable has four cores used for: • power into the system (red and black wires). • controlling power state of the unit (yellow wire). • conn...
Page 24: Power Control Unconnected
Power control unconnected device will turn on and off when the power button on the front of the unit is pressed. Leave the yellow power control wire disconnected and tape or heat-shrink the end to prevent shorting. Power control to supply positive (auto on) device will turn on immediately when power...
Page 25: Connecting Control Devices
For sirens that draw more than 1 amp, use a relay. Connecting control devices the unit can be controlled with an zc1 or zc2 remote controller connected on the nmea 2000 network. Nmea 2000 backbone device connection the unit is equipped with an nmea 2000 data port, which allows the receiving and shar...
Page 26: Power The Network
Choose from the following components to make up the backbone: • micro-c cables: 0.6 m (2 ft), 1.8 m (6 ft), 4.5 m (15 ft), and 7.6 m (25 ft) cables. • t-connector or 4-way connector. Used to connect a drop cable to the backbone. • micro-c power cable. Connect to the backbone at a position that is ce...
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+ _ 12 v dc t 3 4 4 6 2 1 t 5 1 nmea 2000 device 2 connector to unit 3 drop-cable, should not exceed 6 m (20 ft) 4 terminators 5 backbone 6 power cable czone connection to nmea 2000 when interfacing to czone network it is recommended to use a bep network interface bridge to join the two network back...
Page 28: Transducer Connection
The network interface is available from your bep dealer. For more information please refer to the bep web site www.Bepmarine.Com. Network interface network 1 network 2 czone network 67$786 5hg1hwzrun *uhhq1hwzrun czone nmea2000 transducer connection the unit has internal chirp, broadband, and struct...
Page 29: Software Setup
Software setup this unit requires some initial configuration before use, in order to get the most out of the product. The following sections focus on settings that typically do not require change once configured. User preference settings and operation are covered in the operator manual. Selecting th...
Page 30: Manual Source Selection
Manual source selection manual selection is generally only required where there is more than one source for the same data, and the automatically selected source is not the one desired. Group source selection multifunction displays, autopilot controllers, and instruments have the ability to: • use da...
Page 31: Advanced Source Selection
Advanced source selection this allows the most flexible and precise manual control over which devices provide data. Some data sources, such as those for fuel level, or engine rpm, can only be changed from the advanced menu. Occasionally auto select may not assign the desired source, which may be cor...
Page 32: Transducer Type
A b c +0.5 +0.0 -2.0 water temperature calibration temperature calibration is used to adjust the water temperature value from the sonar transducer to match the data from another temperature sensor. It may be required to correct for localized influences to the measured temperature. Calibration range:...
Page 33: Autopilot Setup
Autopilot setup verifying the autopilot connection when an ac12n, ac42n, or sg05 autopilot computer is connected to the unit, the system automatically detects the autopilot and an autopilot menu icon is included in the settings menu. If no autopilot icon is available in the menu, establish the conne...
Page 34: Dockside Setup
Dockside setup initiating the required dockside setup is done from within the commissioning dialog. Completed procedures are labelled with a tick. When the autopilot computer is delivered from the factory and any time after an autopilot reset has been performed, you will have to run a complete setup...
Page 35: Rudder Drive Setup
- the virtual feedback option enables your autopilot to steer without a conventional rudder feedback unit. This function is designed for vessels up to 40 ft powered by outboard or stern drives only. - the virtual feedback option is only available when there is no feedback unit connected at first tim...
Page 36: Drive Voltage
Drive voltage voltage specified for your drive unit. The drive unit voltage setting does not apply when the system operates solenoids on a continuous running pump/steering gear. Hence, the output voltage to the solenoids will be the same as the input voltage. Refer to your drive unit documentation f...
Page 37: Rudder Deadband
Rudder deadband this parameter is used to prevent the rudder from hunting. The reading is obtained from the rudder test which optimizes the deadband to the speed of the boat and the pressure on the rudder. If the auto-setting does not perform properly due to high inertia from the wheel or a loose st...
Page 38: Compass Mounting Offset
The compass measures the magnitude and direction of the local magnetic field. • if the local magnetic field is stronger than the earth’s magnetic field (the local field is reading more than 100 %), the compass calibration will fail. • if the local field is reading more than 30 %, you should look for...
Page 39: Autotuning
A deadband of 2 knots is incorporated to prevent oscillation of hi/lo settings when vessel is travelling at the transition speed. 1 hi response 2 lo response 3 transition to hi parameters with decreasing speed: 8kn 4 transition speed set to 9kn 5 transition to lo parameters with increasing speed: 10...
Page 40: Seastate Filter
Seastate filter the seastate filter is used to reduce rudder activity and autopilot sensitivity in rough weather. Off seastate filter is disabled. This is default. Auto reduces rudder activity and autopilot sensitivity in rough weather by an adaptive process. The auto setting is recommended if you w...
Page 41: Tack Angle
Change per step: 1 default: 12 units: seconds tack angle this value is used to preset the course change used when tacking in auto mode. When you select the left or right arrow key on the autopilot pop-up, the course changes as much as this value. Range: 50-150 change per step: 1 default: 100 units: ...
Page 42: Transition Speed
Of the steering parameters may improve the performance of the autopilot. Transition speed refer to "setting the transition speed (hi/lo)" on page 38. Rudder this parameter determines the ratio between commanded rudder and the heading error. The higher rudder value the more rudder is applied. If the ...
Page 43: Rate Limit
The standard value is 40 seconds which should work well on most boats. Rule of thumb: set to same value (seconds) as the boat’s length in feet. On boats operating on vrf, the value should be set to 20 seconds. Rate limit sets the maximum allowed rate of turn. The value should be kept at 6.0°/second ...
Page 44: Fuel Setup
This parameter is used to increase or decrease the steering sensitivity. A low response level reduces the rudder activity and provides a more loose steering. A high response level increases the rudder activity and provides more tight steering. Too high a response level will cause the boat to make "s...
Page 45: Calibrate
Network page, view the device configuration dialog for each sensor, and set the location to match the engine the device is connected to. Unconfigure - defaults the device which clears all user settings. Reset fuel flow - restores only the fuel k-value setting, if set in calibrate. Only navico device...
Page 46: Fuel Level
2. After at least several liters (a few gallons) have been used, the tank should be fully refilled, and the set to full option selected. 3. Select the calibrate option. 4. Set the actual amount used based on amount of fuel added to the tank. 5. Select ok to save settings. The fuel k-value should now...
Page 47: Czone Setup
For setting up the instrument bar or a gauge on the instrument page with fluid level device data, refer to the operator manual. Ú note: a maximum of 5 tanks is supported using fluid level devices. Ú note: tank data that is output by a compatible engine gateway can also be displayed, however tank con...
Page 48: Czone Backlight Control
For each device. Typically it is set after the configuration file already exists on the czone system, but it may also be set in advance. To do so, access the czone menu on the settings page. When the configuration is already available on the network, it will immediately commence uploading to the vul...
Page 49: Connecting The Tablet
Connecting the tablet 1. Navigate to the wi-fi network connection page on the tablet, and find the unit or gofree wifi xxxx network. If more than one is in range, review the wireless devices page on the unit to confirm which wireless device is connected to the unit. 2. Select a device on this page t...
Page 50: Advanced
Selecting the device provides additional detail. The network name and the network key can be edited for security, and channel can be changed if the connection to the unit is compromised due to interference by another rf device transmitting in the same frequency band. Restore defaults returns the uni...
Page 51: Internal Wireless
Device is found, turn off its dhcp feature if possible. Refer to the device’s own instructions for further assistance. Ú note: iperf and dhcp probe are tools provided for diagnostic purposes by users familiar with network terminology and configuration. Navico is not the original developer of these t...
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Software updates and data backup from time to time we release software updates to our existing products. Updates are created for a variety of reasons; to add or improve features, to add support for new external devices, or to fix software bugs. Updates can be found on the website: bandg.Com the unit...
Page 53: Settings Database Export
• user data file version 2 (no depth): use with legacy gps chartplotters. • gpx (gps exchange, no depth): use with some other manufacturers’ gps products, and pc applications. After you select the file type, select export and destination memory card. The receiving gps/pc typically needs to be set to...
Page 54: Nmea 2000 Device Upgrades
Nmea 2000 device upgrades the update file must be loaded to the root directory of a memory card inserted in the card reader. 1. Select the files toolbar option and select the update file under memory card. 2. Select the upgrade option presented when the file is highlighted. A list should appear disp...
Page 55: Accessories
Accessories the most up-to-date accessories list is available at: bandg.Com vulcan 5 accessories part number description 000-13168-001 sun cover 000-10027-001 quick release bracket 000-13171-001 power and nmea 2000 cable 000-13170-001 bezel 000-13169-001 panel mount kit 000-12572-001 7-pin transduce...
Page 56: Supported Data
Supported data nmea 2000 compliant pgn list nmea 2000 pgn (receive) 59392 iso acknowledgement 59904 iso request 60928 iso address claim 61184 parameter request/command 65285 temperature with instance 65289 trim tab insect configuration 65291 backlight control 65292 clear fluid level warnings 65293 l...
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127504 ac output status 127505 fluid level 127506 dc detailed status 127507 charger status 127508 battery status 127509 inverter status 128259 speed, water referenced 128267 water depth 128275 distance log 129025 position, rapid update 129026 cog & sog, rapid update 129029 gnss position data 129033 ...
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129810 ais class b “cs” static data report, part b 130074 route and wp service - wp list - wp name & position 130306 wind data 130310 environmental parameters 130311 environmental parameters 130312 temperature 130313 humidity 130314 actual pressure 130576 small craft status 130577 direction data 130...
Page 59: Nmea 2000 Pgn (Transmit)
Nmea 2000 pgn (transmit) 61184 parameter request/command 65287 configure temperature insects 65289 trim tab insect calibration 65290 paddle wheel speed configuration 65291 backlight control 65292 clear fluid level warnings 65293 lgc-2000 configuration 65323 data user group request 126208 iso command...
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130312 temperature 130577 direction data 130840 data user group configuration 130845 parameter handle 130850 event command 130818 reprogram data 130819 request reprogram 130828 set serial number 130831 suzuki engine and storage device config 130835 set engine and tank configuration 130836 fluid leve...
Page 61: Specifications
Specifications Ú note: the most up-to-date specifications list is available at: bandg.Com mechanical/environmental casing pc/abs operating temp -15°c to +55°c (+5°f to +131°f) water ingress ipx6 and 7 weight (excluding mounting hardware) 526 kg (1.16 lbs) - vulcan 5 907 kg (2 lbs) - vulcan 7 fs scre...
Page 63: Dimensional Drawings
Dimensional drawings vulcan 5 dimensional drawings 152.0 mm (5.98”) 94.0 mm (3.70”) 136.0 mm (5.35”) 120 mm (4.72”) 94.0 mm (3.70”) 117.5 mm (4.62”) 58.0 mm (2.28”) vulcan 7 fs dimensional drawings 199.0 mm (7.84”) 65.0 mm (2.60”) 28.5 mm (1.12”) 37.0 mm (1.45”) 220.00 mm (8.66”) 154.0 m m (6.06”) 1...
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