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Dual Digital Display

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mn100 Dual Digital Display

EMC Conformance
All Tacktick equipment is designed to the best industry standards for
use in the recreational marine environment. The design and
manufacture of Tacktick equipment conforms to the appropriate
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards. Correct installation is
required to ensure that performance is not compromised.

Important
Due to the wireless communication systems used in Micronet
instruments they are only recommended for use on boats up to 14
meters (45 ft.) which are of glass, carbon, or wooden construction.
Like any other Electronic instruments your Micronet system is
designed to serve only as an aid to navigation and it remains the
skippers responsibility to maintain a permanent watch and be aware
of developing situations.
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6.2.10 No NMEA data showing on external instruments.

From any Digital instrument enter Setup and Calibration Mode (page
1 Information
18) and scroll through to the Health Chapter. Check the signal level
and battery status of the NMEA Interface. If the signal level shows a 1.1 Introduction - 2
value of greater than 3 then check the data connections and the 1.2 Specifications - 2
1.3 Power Management and Battery Life - 2
settings of the NMEA source equipment to ensure that NMEA 0183 is 1.5 Safety and Disposal - 5
being transmitted correctly.

* The “Master Instrument” is the instrument which was used to power up

2 Operation
the entire system. This instrument may be different each time the
system is used. If you are fault finding and are uncertain which 2.1 Instrument Display Information - 5
instrument is the master the switch off the system and switch on again. 2.2 Switching the System On and Off - 6
The instrument which you switched on is now the master 2.3 Backlighting - 6
2.4 Audible Signals and Alarms - 7
2.5 Chapter and Page Operation - 8
2.6 Chapter and Page Description - 10
Warranty Information
3 Setup and Calibration
Tacktick Limited or its authorized Distributors will repair or replace a
Tacktick product free of charge where a manufacturing fault becomes 3.1 Entering Setup and Calibration Mode - 18
apparent within two years of the purchase date provided: 3.2 Chapter and Page Setup and Calibration - 18
1. No unauthorized attempt has been made to repair the 3.3 Editing Values - 19
product. 3.4 Setup Page Description - 20
2. The product has not been misused, operated outside of its 3.5 Calibration Page Description - 22
intended environment or operated in a manner which is
incompatible with the written instructions supplied on 4 Seatrial and Calibration
purchase.
4.1 Depth Offset - 26
Proof of purchase date is required for the warranty period to 4.2 Speed Calibration - 27
be valid. 4.3 Wind Calibration - 28
4.4 Compass Calibration - 29
Due to the removable nature of the Tacktick product, on board service
will only be available with prior consent from Tacktick or its authorized 5 Installation
Distributors.
5.1 Tools List & Parts - 30
Failure within the warranty period: 5.2 Precautions and Positioning Advise - 30
Simply return the product to your nearest authorized Tacktick 5.3 Bracket Mounting - 31
Distributor, together with proof of purchase date. 5.4 Surface Mounting - 33
5.5 External Power Connections - 33
Failure outside the warranty period:
Simply return your product to the nearest authorized Tacktick 6 Maintenance and Fault Finding
Distributor and an estimation for repair will be provided.
6.1 Care and Maintenance - 34
6.2 Fault Finding and Technical Support - 34
Authorized Tacktick Distributor details can be found at 6.3 Warranty Information - 37
www.tacktick.com, or on the back of Tacktick sales brochures.

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6.2.4 Low Battery Alarm sounds.

1 - Information The power level is low in the Hull Transmitter, NMEA Interface or Wind
Transmitter. On any Digital Instrument enter Setup and Calibration
1.1 Introduction mode (Page 18) and scroll through to the Health Chapter. Check the

signal levels of the Transmitters and Interface Box. The signal level
Your Micronet instrument is powered for life by the environment.
should show a value of greater than 3 to ensure correct operation.
Although feature packed and highly visible in all conditions, current Connect the Hull Transmitter or NMEA Interface to a 9 to 24V power
demand is so low, and the supply so efficient, that the solar-powered source for 12 hours minimum to recharge the internal battery. Leave
display is self sufficient. Combined with other instruments in the the Wind Transmitter in bright sunlight for 12 hours minimum to
Micronet range this display becomes part of a complete navigational recharge its internal battery.
system.
6.2.5 Data is shown as dashes.
1.2 Specifications The information is not been transmitted to the instrument Displays.
There may be lost communication between the Wind Transmitter or
Height of digits: 20mm (0.8”) Hull Transmitter and the instrument Displays. On any Digital
Backlighting: 3 levels with daylight shutoff instrument enter Setup and Calibration mode (page 18) and scroll
System-wide or local control through to the Health Chapter. Check the signal levels of the Hull and
Power: Solar Powered Wind Transmitters. The signal level should show a value of greater than
300 hrs autonomy by day, 7 nights at brightest 3 to ensure correct operation.
backlighting, 20 nights at economy backlighting
without charge 6.2.6 Compass Transducer rattles and/or splashes.
Units of display: Boat Speed Good! The fluxgate compass is gimballed in a fluid filled container to
(knots,kilometers per hour,statute miles per hour) ensure it is not affected by the boats movement in the water.
Distance
6.2.7 Compass information displayed on the instrument system does
(nautical miles, statute miles, kilometers)
not agree with the main steering compass.
Depth
Ensure that the main steering compass has been swung correctly and is
(meters, feet, fathoms)
showing correct information. Ensure that the instrument system has
Wind Speed
completed correctly the “Swing” procedure described on page 29. If
(knots, meters per second, Beaufort)
there are still differences, look for magnetic objects (loud speakers,
Alarm: Audible Alarm for Depth, Wind and MOB
pumps and motors, etc.) close to the Transducer and try mounting the
Weight: 285g (0.63lbs)
compass transducer in an alternative location. After changing position
Operating Temp.: -100 to +600C (140 to 1400F)
of nearby equipment or the Compass Transducer it will be necessary to
Frequency: 868 MHz or 905 MHz
re-swing the compass following the procedure on page 29.

1.3 Power Management and Battery Life 6.2.8 Boat Speed reads 0.
Information being transmitted from the Hull Transmitter is being
received with a Zero value. Check the paddle wheel for fouling, clean it
What makes your mn100 instrument possible is Tacktick’s
and make sure it turns easily.
revolutionary approach to power management. By reducing the
amount of power being used by the electronics and maximizing the 6.2.9 Wind Speed reads 0.
potential of the sun to provide power, a mn100 instrument becomes a Information being transmitted from the Wind Transmitter is being
virtually perpetual device. received with a Zero value. If the anemometer cups at the top of the
Power status is indicated by two icons on the instrument display: mast are turning and the Wind Speed reads 0 then there is a problem
with your Wind Transmitter.
Battery Level and Charge Rate
6.2.11 The Depth Alarm does not sound.
If the actual water depth is shallow and the alarm has not sounded it is
Used together these icons will show the condition of your instrument’s most likely that the alarm is switched off. From any Digital instrument
power supply. enter Setup and Calibration mode (page 18) and scroll through to the
Depth Chapter. Ensure the Depth Alarm settings are correct.

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5.4 Surface Mounting 2 – Operation

5.4.1 Where there is no access to the rear of the

mounting surface Important:

Easy installation but will allow removal without gaining access to the Ensure that the “Auto Network” procedure described on the yellow
boat. Position the supplied Template carefully before starting. instruction sheet and full Setup and Calibration has been performed
1. Drill three 2mm holes marked “SURFACE” on the Template correctly before attempting to use your Micronet instruments for
2. Carefully snap the facia of the instrument off the main body navigation purposes.
taking care not to drop the button pads. .
HINT – It may be useful to place a piece of sticky tape
across the front of the buttons before removing the facia to 2.1 Instrument Display Information
prevent them from falling out during the installation.
3. Remove the three captive M4 nuts from the plastic moulding
and attach the instrument to the mounting surface using the
three self tapping screws provided. Take care not to over
tighten the screws as this may cause the moulding to crack.
4. Check the instrument is perfectly level, carefully position the
button inserts into the correct slots and snap the facia back
into position.

5.4.2 Temporary Mounting

1. Use the double sided tape provided to secure the instrument

to a suitable mounting surface. Press the instrument firmly
against the surface until secure.
Note: This method is recommended for temporary use only.

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5.4.3 Where access is available to the rear of the

If there is no boat speed or change in heading registered on the mounting surface
system for a period of 12 hours your Micronet instrument will switch
off to conserve power. A “POWER SAVE” alarm will sound before the
This method allows for maximum security of a permanently mounted
instrument system is switched off. Pressing any button within 10
instrument. Position the supplied Template carefully before starting.
seconds of the alarm sounding will allow the system to remain
1. Drill three 5mm holes marked “B” on the Template.
switched on.
2 Stick the 3 supplied gaskets on the back of the instrument.
Backlighting will automatically shut down/off when operated in
3. Screw the four M4 brass studs into the rear of the
daylight.
instrument.
4. Place the instrument in position pushing the three studs
Artificial light WILL NOT recharge the battery. Placing
through the newly drilled holes.
your Micronet instrument close to an artificial light will
5. Using the three supplied thumb nuts, secure the instrument
seriously damage the instrument. Only recharge in natural
to the surface making sure the instrument is level before
daylight.
final tightening.

Applying External Power

In cases where instruments are mounted permanently below decks it

will be necessary to apply an external power source to prevent
complete discharge of the built in battery.
Connections on the rear of the instrument allow a 9V to 24V DC power
source to be connected. Connections can be made to the vessels DC
system or a 9V battery pack may be connected. It is recommended
that permanent connection is only made when the instruments are
permanently fixed to the vessel and not when the clip brackets are
used. 5.5 External Power Connections
Connection to a 9V (PP3) battery will fully recharge the internal
battery over a period of 24 hours. To connect an external 9 to 24 volt power supply to the instrument
head from either a portable battery or the vessel’s existing power
system.
1.4 Safety and Disposal
1. Drill two 7mm holes marked “P” on the Mounting Template
and smooth them together with a sharp knife or small file.
2. Pass the supply cable through the new hole and attach the
Your Micronet instrument contains Manganese Lithium Dioxide
supplied crimp spade receptacles.
batteries which should be disposed of correctly. Do not dispose of any
3. Remove the blanking plug from the rear of the instrument to
instrument in domestic waste. Refer to regulations in force in your
expose the terminals.
country.
4 Stick the supplied gasket on the back of the instrument.
If in doubt return the instrument to Tacktick Ltd. for correct disposal.
5. Taking care to connect the correct polarity push the
receptacles firmly onto the spades on the rear of the case.
6. Mount the instrument head securely in position following the
steps shown above.
7. Clamp the cable securely close to the instrument.

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6 Maintenance and Fault Finding Battery is charged and being

Bright Sunny and topped up by the sun. *
6.1 Care and Maintenance Day
Battery is low and being charged
and by the sun.
All Micronet products are totally sealed against water and are not
serviceable. Any attempt to take a Micronet product apart will Battery is charged and requires no
invalidate the warranty. and further charging.
Overcast Day
To clean, use only a damp, soft cloth. No detergents, solvents or Battery is low but maintaining it’s
abrasives should be used. To avoid damaging a Micronet display unit and level.
we recommend storing in the supplied soft pack when not in use.
Battery is charged but is not
If the instruments are to be stored for a long period of time before and charging.
next use (Over Winter) ensure that the batteries are fully charged Night
before storage. If necessary connect to a 9 to 24v power supply for
24 hrs prior to storage. Battery is low with no charging.
and

It is recommended that the

6.2 Fault Finding and Technical Support instrument be left in daylight for
some time for the battery to
6.2.1 Power Save Alarm sounds. recover, or charge from an
LOW Power and
There has been no significant data activity on the network. The alarm external 9 - 24V power source. A
Flashing
sounds to indicate that the instrument system will turn itself off. To fully discharged battery will re-
continue using the system press any button to cancel the alarm. charge in approximately 12 hours
of direct bright sunlight.
6.2.2 Lost Network Alarm sounds.
On a single instrument this indicates that the particular instrument has
lost communication with the Master*. Either there is a problem with the If using the instruments at night power usage can be reduced
Master* instrument or the instrument in question has been moved out dramatically by switching the Backlighting to level 1 or Off. If
of effective range. Backlighting is not required on instruments located below decks it is
On several instruments this indicates that these instruments have lost best to set them to “Local” Backlighting control (see page 26 -s31) so
communication with the Master*. Either there is a problem with the that power is not being wasted in instruments which may not be
master or the Master* has been moved out of effective range. The visible from the one being viewed.
instruments will power down shortly after sounding the alarm to save
power.

6.2.3 A single instrument flashes the battery symbol and then * If the internal battery is fully charged then it does not matter
switches off. how much the instrument is subjected to bright sunlight no further
The battery level is low on the particular instrument affected. Connect charging is required and the Charge Rate Indicator will remain low.
to a 9 to 24V power source or leave in bright sunlight for 12 hours
minimum to recharge the instrument’s internal battery. If the particular
instrument is the system Master* then the other instruments will sound If the instruments are to be stored for a long period of time before
the Lost Network Alarm. To continue using the rest of the system next use (Over Winter) ensure that the batteries are fully charged
power down and restart the system from another instrument. before storage. If necessary connect to a 9 to 24v power supply for
24 hrs prior to storage.

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2.2 Switching the System On and Off 5.3 Bracket Mounting (Preferred Method)

To switch on your Micronet This method allows for the easy removal of an instrument as and
system select any instrument when required, for either security reasons or to prevent damage or
and press the button for 2 discomfort whilst not in use.
seconds. 1. Using the three supplied M4 bolts attach the back plate to
the rear of the instrument (Fig.1).

2. Drill three 2mm holes marked “BRACKET” on the Template

and using the supplied self tapping screws attach the clip
bracket to the mounting surface (Fig.2).

3. Place the instrument flat against the bracket slightly higher

than the final position and slide gently down into position.
To switch off your Micronet There will be a small click as the bracket secures the
system select any instrument instrument into position (Fig.3).
and press and hold the
button for 2 seconds. 4. To release the instrument press lightly on the bracket tab
and slide the instrument upwards (Fig.4).

2.3 Backlighting
At any stage of the instrument’s
operation press and hold for 2
seconds the button to
access the lighting control.
Pressing the and
buttons will scroll through
setting OFF, 1, 2 and 3 whilst
changing the Backlighting.
Depending on the instrument
setup (see page 20 -s5),
Backlighting on the whole
system or just the single
instrument will be altered.

Backlighting is automatically switched off in daylight as part of

the instrument’s power saving feature and will not operate in daylight.

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5 Installation 2.4 Audible Signals and Alarms

5.1 Tools Required and Parts List At stages during its operation your Micronet instrument will beep to
indicate alarms or moments of importance.
1. 2mm or 5mm Drill Bit (7mm 1. Mounting Template Power-up Once operating as part of a network the instrument
if power connection required) 2. Display Bracket will issue a single beep as it is switched on by
2. Power Drill 3. Mounting Screws (3) pressing the button for 2 second.
3. Cross Head Screwdriver 4. Mounting Bolts (3)
5. M4 Studs & Thumbnuts (3) Button Press A single beep is issued each time a button is pressed
6. Sealing Gaskets (4) A second beep is issued after a 2 seconds hold down
7. Double Sided Tape of the button.

Alarm Continuous bursts of three beeps will indicate an

5.2 Precautions and Positioning Advice alarm. The alarm activated will be indicated on the
Ensure mounting surface is flat. digital display, accompanied by the flashing
Leave space between instruments for sun covers. symbol. Pressing any button will silence the alarm.
Leave space to remove instrument from bracket (if used).
Avoid areas where damage may occur (winch handles ,feet, warps Timer A single beep will be issued at each minute of the
etc.) countdown. With 1 minute left to go a beep will sound
Select a flat, smooth, surface for mounting and use the Template every 10 seconds. With 10 seconds to go a beep will
provided to select a suitable position for mounting your Micronet sound every second.
instrument.
Check for clarity of vision and ease of access to the control buttons, it Countdown complete will be indicated by a single
is recommended that instruments are positioned such that your arm burst of three beeps.
does NOT pass through the spokes of the steering wheel when
operating the buttons.

Contrast is limited at night when an instrument is

viewed from beneath. Avoid mounting instruments in a
position where you will look upwards to view them.

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2.5 Chapter and Page Operation 4.4 Compass Calibration

Instrument information is displayed in a “Chapter and Page” format To ensure that inaccuracies caused by metallic and magnetic objects
using the (Chapter) button to scroll through the Chapters which on the boat are kept to a minimum is necessary to calibrate the
are displayed in the upper part of the window and the and compass. A deviation caused by surrounding objects will be
(Page) buttons to move between Pages within a Chapter which are compensated for and the compass reading may be set to the correct
displayed in the lower part of the window. heading.

Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup

Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/COMPASS”
Chapter

To Complete a deviation correction turn:

Press the button to advance to “DEV0” Page

Press the button to enter Compass Calibration Mode
Turn the vessel slowly keeping the speed below 4 knots and taking
approximately 2 minutes to complete 3600 . Keep turning the vessel
until the display changes to display a value (usually about 1.25 turns)
Note: If the rate of turn of the vessel is too fast the instrument will
display “TURN HIGH”. It is not necessary to abandon the
turn at this stage but do lessen the rate of turn by reducing
speed or widening the turning circle.

Continue to align the heading

Steer the vessel on a known heading.

Note: only use the main steering compass as a known heading if

you are certain it has been checked and compensated.

Press the button twice to display HDG / +000

Press the button to enter Edit Mode
Press the and buttons to change to the known value. The
lower digits will display the offset entered.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal
operation.
Chapter Sequence Shown in Upper Window
(for a full description of each Chapter see page 10 - c1 to c8)

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4.3 Wind Calibration

It is possible to select any Page (lower window) within any Chapter
(upper window) giving you a chance to display any two pieces of
Both Wind Speed and Direction can be calibrated to ensure that
information available at any time. Once a Page display has been
readings from the Wind Transmitter are displayed accurately.
selected within a Chapter the same Page will be displayed every
rollover of the Chapter sequence ensuring that you return to your
4.3.1 Wind Angle Offset choice of display within a maximum of 8 presses of the (Chapter)
button.
Motor the vessel directly into the wind.
Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup
Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/WIND”
Chapter
Press the button to advance to “WIND/+0000” Page
Press the button to enter Edit Mode
Press the and buttons to change the displayed value to
000.
The bottom digits will indicate the number of degrees of offset
entered.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal
operation.

4.3.2 Wind Speed Correction

Note: Wind Speed reading is factory calibrated to display correctly

and should not be altered unless external factors are thought
to be causing incorrect readings. Correction should only be
carried out if a known correct Wind Speed is available.

Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup

Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/WIND”
Chapter
Press the button to advance to “WIND/+0%” Page
Press the button to enter Edit Mode
Press the and buttons to change the displayed value to the
required percentage.
The bottom digits will indicate the displayed Wind Speed.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal Full Page Selection List Shown in Lower Window
operation. (for a full description of each Page see page 11 -p1 to p32)

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2.6 Chapter and Page Descriptions 4.2 Speed Calibration

2.5.1 Chapters To ensure that the Boat Speed (and Distance) is accurate it is
necessary to calibrate the speed to take into account variations in
(c1) DEPTH water flow between different hulls. Adjustment is made by multiplying
The Actual Depth beneath the vessel as measured by the the Speed through the Water (V) by a percentage Calibration Factor.
Depth Transducer. The displayed value will be affected by It is essential to carry out this procedure at a time where little or no
any keel or waterline offset added (see page 23). tide is flowing.

(c2) APP WIND Speed

The Actual Wind Speed with respect to the vessel as To enter a Log Calibration Factor
measured by the Wind Transmitter.
With the vessel under power, steer a straight course allowing the Boat
(c3) SPEED Speed reading to settle to a constant value. Check the GPS is showing
The vessels actual speed through the water as measured by a constant SOG.
the Speed Transducer. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup
Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/SPEED”
(c4) MAG HDG Chapter
Current Magnetic Compass Heading of the vessel as Press the button to advance to “SPEED/+0%” Page
measured by the Compass Transducer. The value displayed Press the button to enter Edit Mode
will be affected by the calibration routine for the compass Press the and buttons to change the Calibration Factor until
(see page 26). the Speed reading displayed matches the GPS SOG reading
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
(c5) TRUE WIND Speed Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal
The True Wind Speed with respect to the vessel, calculated operation.
by the instrument taking into account the vessels speed
through the water. Both Apparent Wind Speed, Angle and Should you be unable to carry out this procedure due to strong tidal
Boat Speed must be available for this calculation. conditions or poor GPS information there is further information
regarding Speed Calibration using a measured distance on the
(c6) COG Tacktick website at www.tacktick.com.
Course Over the Ground as calculated by the GPS Antenna.

(c7) BTW
Bearing To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being the
one to which the GPS is currently navigating.

(c8) PROG (Custom Chapter)

A Custom Chapter which allows you to select from a full list,
the information you wish to display in the Chapter (upper)
window (see page 21 -s30 for selection).

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4 - Seatrial and Calibration 2.5.2 Pages

Once the Micronet Instrument system has been installed on the vessel (p1) SPEED
and Auto Networking has been completed it is necessary to carry out The vessels Actual Speed through the water as measured by
Calibration. the Speed Transducer.

It is not safe to use the instruments for navigational (p2) VMG

purposes until Calibration has been carried out The vessels calculated Speed Directly Upwind. This value is
correctly. calculated by the instrument from the Boat Speed and
Apparent Wind Angle.
4.1 Depth Offset (p3) VMG-WP
The vessels calculated Speed directly towards the active
The default depth offset is 0.0 making the instrument read the Depth Waypoint. This value is calculated by the GPS Antenna.
below the Transducer. By adding a +ve or -ve offset the instrument
will display the waterline depth or depth below the keel respectively. (p4) LOG
The total distance travelled by the vessel since installation of
the instrument or since a Factory Reset.

(p5) TRIP
The distance travelled since the last Trip Reset. To Reset see
page 18 -s1.

(p6) MAX Speed

The Maximum Speed attained since the last reset. To Reset
see page 18 -s4.

(p7) AVG Speed

The Average Speed attained since the last reset. To Reset
see page 18 -s5.

(p8) DEPTH
The Actual Depth beneath the vessel as measured by the
Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup Depth Transducer. The displayed value will be affected by
Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/DEPTH” any keel or waterline offset added (see page 23).
Chapter
Press button to advance to the “KEEL / WLINE” Page (p9) MIN Depth
Press the button to enter Edit Mode The Minimum Depth encountered since switch on or since
Press the and buttons to change the value the last Minimum Depth Reset. To Reset see page 18 -s2.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal (p10) MAX Depth
operation. The Maximum Depth encountered since switch on or since
the last Maximum Depth Reset. To Reset see page 18 -s3.

(p11) APP WIND Speed

The Actual Wind Speed with respect to the vessel as
measured by the Wind Transmitter.

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(p12) APP WIND Angle Health Chapter

The Actual Wind Angle with respect to the vessel as
measured by the Wind Transmitter. (s37) VER / NODES
Displays the instrument’s Software Version, battery level and
(p13) TRUE WIND Speed
charge rate to assist in troubleshooting and fault finding. If
The True Wind Speed with respect to the vessel, calculated
the instrument is the “Master” (the one used to switch on the
by the instrument taking into account the vessels speed
system) then the number of items (nodes) in the system will
through the water. Both Apparent Wind Speed, Angle and
be displayed. If the instrument is a “Slave” (was switched on
Boat Speed must be available on the network for this
by the system) then the signal strength to the “Master” will
calculation.
be displayed”
(p14) TRUE WIND Angle
(s38) HULL SIGNL
The True Wind Angle with respect to the vessel, calculated
Shows the signal strength and battery level of the Hull
by the instrument taking into account the vessels speed
Transmitter to assist in troubleshooting and fault finding.
through the water. Both Apparent Wind Speed, Angle and
Boat Speed must be available on the network for this
(s39) WIND SIGNL (as above but for Wind Transmitter
calculation.
information)
(p15) MAG TWDIR
The Actual Wind Direction over the water, calculated by the (s40) NMEA SIGNL (as above but for NMEA Interface information)
instrument taking into account the vessels speed through the
water and compass heading. Apparent Wind Speed, Direction (s41 --)Further signal strength indications will be displayed if
and Compass Heading must be available on the network for available.
this calculation.

(p16) BEAUF
The Actual Wind Speed over the water displayed using the
Beaufort scale, calculated by the instrument taking into
account the vessels speed through the water and compass
heading. Apparent Wind Speed, Direction and Compass
Heading must be available on the network for this
calculation.

(p17 SHIFT HEAD/ LIFT

Indicates changes in the wind against a compass heading.
Spotting these wind changes is the key to fast sailing
upwind.

To set the mean wind angle:

1. If a Wind Transmitter is included in your Micronet system

then simply press the button; (the current wind
direction is stored as the mean wind direction and displayed
for 5 seconds during which time the and buttons
may be used to adjust the value.)

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Options Chapter 2. If you do not have a Wind Transmitter included, sail close
hauled and press the button then tack and, once close
(s30) AUTO NETWK hauled, press the button again.
Only available on the instrument which was used to power
up the system. Refer to the “Auto Network” sheet for further If the mean wind direction changes then the instrument may
information. be updated by press and holding the button while
sailing on port tack, the button while sailing on
(s31) CHAP PROG (lower window) starboard tack or the button while head to wind.
Allows one further selection to be added to the Chapter list
(see page 9). The current selection is indicated in the See Tacktick’s “Using wind shifts to your advantage” sheet
Chapter window. for further information.

(s32) TIME (p18) MAG HDG

The number of hours added or subtracted from UTC (GMT) to Current Magnetic Compass Heading of the vessel as
allow the instrument to display local time. measured by the Compass Transducer. The value displayed
will be affected by the calibration routine for the compass
(s33) LIGHT (see page 26).
Tells the instrument to control the system Backlighting or
(p19) MAG TACK
just its own Backlighting. Network/Local.
Magnetic Compass heading which the vessel will follow
should it tack through the wind, calculated by the
(s34) bOAt SHOW
instrument. Apparent Wind Angle and Magnetic Heading
Allows the instrument to display information when NOT
must be available on the network for this calculation to be
installed as part of a Micronet system for demonstration
made.
purposes only. On/Off. This setting will reset to Off when the
instrument is switched off.
(p20) SOG
Vessels Speed Over the Ground as calculated by the GPS
(s35) DISPL CONTR
Antenna.
Allows the contrast of the LCD display to be adjusted to suit
the viewing angle of the instrument. The lower the figure the (p21) COG
less contrast is visible. 1 - 7 default 4. Vessels Course Over the Ground as calculated by the GPS
Antenna.
(s36) RESET
Returns all the calibration setting to the factory default (p22) LAT
values but does not reset your Auto Networking. Vessels current Latitude as calculated by the GPS Antenna.

Only carry out a Reset after consulting with an (p23) LON

authorized Tacktick dealer. Vessels current Longitude as calculated by the GPS Antenna.

(p24) BTW
Bearing To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being the
one to which the GPS is currently navigating.

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(p25) DTW Wind Chapter

Distance To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being
the one to which the GPS is currently navigating. When the
(s22) RESP Wnd
Waypoint has been named in the GPS the name will be
Sets the update period of the Wind display.
displayed (first five digits only).
Auto/Slow/Medium/Fast
(p25) DTW
(s23) WIND (degrees)
Distance To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being
Aligns the displayed Apparent Wind Angle with the Actual
the one to which the GPS is currently navigating. When the
Wind Direction with respect to the boat. See page 25 for
Waypoint has been named in the GPS the name will be
calibration.
displayed (first five digits only).

(p26) XTE (s24) WIND (speed)

Cross Track Error as defined by the GPS Antenna. Adds a percentage factor which corrects the information
from the Wind Transmitter and ensures the Apparent Wind
(p27) ETA Speed is displayed correctly. See page 24 for calibration.
Estimated Time of Arrival at the (active) Waypoint as
calculated by the GPS Antenna. Compass Chapter

(p28) SEA (s25) RESP HEAd

Current Sea Temperature as measured by the sensor in the Sets the update period of the Compass display.
Speed Transducer. Auto/Slow/Medium/Fast

(p29) TIMER (s26) HDG (Mag/True)

Countdown or elapsed time stopwatch. Tells the instrument to display heading information in either
Press and hold for 1 second the button and use the Magnetic or True format.
and buttons to set the required countdown time in
minutes, then press and hold for 1 second the button to (s27) HDG (degrees)
prepare to start the countdown. Aligns the displayed heading with the Actual Magnetic
Press the button quickly to start the countdown. Heading of the boat. See page 26 for calibration.
The instrument will sound a single beep each 30 seconds
until 1 minute remains when a beep will sound at 10 second (s28) VAR
intervals. The final 10 seconds will count down with a beep Allows manual entry of local magnetic variation. This setting
each second with “START” being indicated by a triple quick is ignored if variation information is available from a GPS
beep at 0. The timer will automatically start to count the source.
elapsed time and this will continue until the button is
pressed and held for one second. (s29) DEV
At any stage a quick press of the button will However carefully positioned the Compass Transducer is,
resynchronise the timer to the nearest full minute and then there is always the likelihood of errors being introduced by
carry on the count down. the vessel and equipment. To remove errors it is necessary
to “Swing” the compass by turning the boat slowly until the
Example: system can optimize the readings. Once the correction has
Press at 3mins 24secs the timer will reset to 3mins 0secs
been completed the deviation correction value will be
Press at 7mins 52secs the timer will reset to 8mins 0secs
displayed. See page 26 for calibration.

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(s15) XTE LARGE

Sets the instrument to alarm if a Large Cross Track Error
alarm is issued by the GPS. On/Off.

(s16) WP ARRVE
Sets the instrument to alarm if a Waypoint Arrival alarm is
issued by the GPS. On/Off.

3.5 Calibration Page Description

In each case press the button quickly to edit, press the or
to change units and press the button quickly to select the Press and hold for 1 Select the desired Press and hold for 1
chosen units. Default values are indicated in bold. second to enter the countdown time second to store the
timer setup countdown time
Speed Chapter

(s17) RESP Spd

Sets the update period of the Speed display.
Auto/Slow/Medium/Fast

(s18) SPEED
Boat Speed Calibration Factor adds a percentage factor
which corrects the information from the Speed Transducer
and ensures the Boat Speed is displayed correctly. See page
24 for calibration.

(s19) SPEED FORMT

Sets the display to show Speed readings in a resolution of Press to start Countdown time in Press to
0.1 or 0.01 of the selected units. progress resynchronise
to nearest full minute
(s20) SEA (8:00)
Sea Temperature Calibration Factor adds a percentage factor
which corrects the information from the temperature sensor (p30) TIME
and ensures the water temperature is displayed correctly. Current Time as received from the GPS Antenna corrected to
local time if an offset has been added (see page 22 -s31).
Depth Chapter
(p31) DATE
Current date as received by the GPS Antenna.
(s21) KEEL OFSET
Allows a Keel Offset to be added allowing the instrument
depth reading to indicate depth below the bottom of the
boat, or a Waterline Offset allowing the depth reading to
indicate Actual Water Depth. See page 23 for calibration.

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(p32) Target Page (s9) LOG UNITS

Produces a “Trim” indication showing an increase or decrease The units in which ALL distance related information is
in value from a set point. First select the appropriate chapter displayed. Nautical Miles (NM), Kilometres (KM) or Statute
in the upper display using the button then select “Lock” in Miles (SM).
the lower display using the or buttons. Pressing the button
will lock the upper display value and the lower display will (s10) TEMP UNITS
now indicate increase or decrease from the set value. Values The units in which the Sea Temperature reading is displayed.
displayed as units will show a percentage (%) increase or Degrees Celsius (0C) or Degrees Fahrenheit (0F).
decrease whereas values displayed as degrees will show the
difference in degrees. 3.4.3 Alarms Chapter

In each case press the button quickly to edit, press the or

to change values and press the button quickly to save the
entered value. In the case of On/Off selection the button will
toggle the setting On and Off. Default values are indicated in bold.

(s11) DEPTH SHALL

Sets the Shallow Depth at which the instrument will alarm.
OFF and 0 to 7.6m (0 to 25 ft.) (0 to 4 ftms). Values are
displayed in the previously selected units (see page 18 -s7)
Heading locked at 2690 now Speed locked at 8.69 kts now and are all subject to any keel or waterline offset added (see
showing +008 change meaning showing +10% change meaning page 20 -s21). This alarm sounds as the depth passes below
current heading is 2770 current speed is 9.56 kts) the set value and NOT as the depth increases past this
value.

(s12) DEPTH DEEP

Sets the Deep Depth at which the instrument will alarm. OFF
and 0 to 76.2m (0 to 250 ft.) (0 to 41.6 ftms). Values are
displayed in the selected units (see page 18 -s7) and are all
subject to any keel or waterline offset added (see page 23).
This alarm sounds as the depth increases past this value or
decreases past this value.

(s13) OFF CRSE

Sounds if the vessel moves further than the set distance
away from a “Locked” heading (see page 19 -s12). Off/On

(s14) WIND HIGH

Sets the Wind Speed at which the instrument will alarm. OFF
and 0.0 to 100 knots (0.0 to 51.4 m/s). Values are displayed
in the previously selected units (see page 18 -s8). This alarm
sounds as the wind speed increases past the set value and
NOT as it decreases past this value.

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3.4 Setup Page Description

3.4.1 Memory Chapter

In each case press the button quickly to reset.

(s1) TRIP
The Distance Travelled since the last Trip Reset.
Resets to 0.00.

(s2) DEPTH MIN

The Minimum Depth encountered since switch on or since
the last Minimum Depth Reset. Resets to Current Depth.

(s3) DEPTH MAX

The Maximum Depth encountered since switch on or since
the last Maximum Depth Reset. Resets to Current Depth.

(s4) SPEED MAX

The Maximum Speed attained since switch on or since the
last Maximum Speed Reset. Resets to Current Boat Speed.
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(s5) SPEED AVG
The average speed attained since switch on or since the last
Average Speed Reset. Reset to Current Boat Speed.

3.4.2 Units Chapter

In each case press the button quickly to edit, press the or

to change units and press the button quickly to select the
chosen units. Default values are indicated in bold.

(s6) SPEED UNITS

The units in which ALL speed related information is
displayed. Knots, Kilometres per hour (KPH) or Statute Miles
per hour (MPH).

(s7) DEPTH UNITS

The units in which ALL depth related information is
displayed. Feet, Meters or Fathoms.

(s8) WIND UNITS

The units in which ALL wind speed related information is
displayed. Knots or Meters per second (M/S).

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3 - Setup and Calibration 3.3 Editing Values

3.1 Entering Setup and Calibration Mode To adjust any settings press the button. The setting will start to
flash and the and buttons will change the value.

To enter the Setup and Calibration menu press and hold for 2 seconds
the button.

This will not work when in the Race Timer page.

3.2 Chapter and Page

Setup and Calibration

Instrument Setup and

Calibration is displayed in a
“Chapter and Page” format
using the button to scroll
through the Chapters and the
and buttons to move
between Pages. The diagram
below shows the information
format.

Note: Unlike normal

operation you must
scroll to the Chapter
heading page before
moving to another
chapter.

For a full description of each

Page refer to items s1 to s41
on the following pages

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3 - Setup and Calibration 3.3 Editing Values

3.1 Entering Setup and Calibration Mode To adjust any settings press the button. The setting will start to
flash and the and buttons will change the value.

To enter the Setup and Calibration menu press and hold for 2 seconds
the button.

This will not work when in the Race Timer page.

3.2 Chapter and Page

Setup and Calibration

Instrument Setup and

Calibration is displayed in a
“Chapter and Page” format
using the button to scroll
through the Chapters and the
and buttons to move
between Pages. The diagram
below shows the information
format.

Note: Unlike normal

operation you must
scroll to the Chapter
heading page before
moving to another
chapter.

For a full description of each

Page refer to items s1 to s41
on the following pages

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(p32) Target Page (s9) LOG UNITS

Produces a “Trim” indication showing an increase or decrease The units in which ALL distance related information is
in value from a set point. First select the appropriate chapter displayed. Nautical Miles (NM), Kilometres (KM) or Statute
in the upper display using the button then select “Lock” in Miles (SM).
the lower display using the or buttons. Pressing the button
will lock the upper display value and the lower display will (s10) TEMP UNITS
now indicate increase or decrease from the set value. Values The units in which the Sea Temperature reading is displayed.
displayed as units will show a percentage (%) increase or Degrees Celsius (0C) or Degrees Fahrenheit (0F).
decrease whereas values displayed as degrees will show the
difference in degrees. 3.4.3 Alarms Chapter

In each case press the button quickly to edit, press the or

to change values and press the button quickly to save the
entered value. In the case of On/Off selection the button will
toggle the setting On and Off. Default values are indicated in bold.

(s11) DEPTH SHALL

Sets the Shallow Depth at which the instrument will alarm.
OFF and 0 to 7.6m (0 to 25 ft.) (0 to 4 ftms). Values are
displayed in the previously selected units (see page 18 -s7)
Heading locked at 2690 now Speed locked at 8.69 kts now and are all subject to any keel or waterline offset added (see
showing +008 change meaning showing +10% change meaning page 20 -s21). This alarm sounds as the depth passes below
current heading is 2770 current speed is 9.56 kts) the set value and NOT as the depth increases past this
value.

(s12) DEPTH DEEP

Sets the Deep Depth at which the instrument will alarm. OFF
and 0 to 76.2m (0 to 250 ft.) (0 to 41.6 ftms). Values are
displayed in the selected units (see page 18 -s7) and are all
subject to any keel or waterline offset added (see page 23).
This alarm sounds as the depth increases past this value or
decreases past this value.

(s13) OFF CRSE

Sounds if the vessel moves further than the set distance
away from a “Locked” heading (see page 19 -s12). Off/On

(s14) WIND HIGH

Sets the Wind Speed at which the instrument will alarm. OFF
and 0.0 to 100 knots (0.0 to 51.4 m/s). Values are displayed
in the previously selected units (see page 18 -s8). This alarm
sounds as the wind speed increases past the set value and
NOT as it decreases past this value.

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3.4 Setup Page Description

3.4.1 Memory Chapter

In each case press the button quickly to reset.

(s1) TRIP
The Distance Travelled since the last Trip Reset.
Resets to 0.00.

(s2) DEPTH MIN

The Minimum Depth encountered since switch on or since
the last Minimum Depth Reset. Resets to Current Depth.

(s3) DEPTH MAX

The Maximum Depth encountered since switch on or since
the last Maximum Depth Reset. Resets to Current Depth.

(s4) SPEED MAX

The Maximum Speed attained since switch on or since the
last Maximum Speed Reset. Resets to Current Boat Speed.
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(s5) SPEED AVG
The average speed attained since switch on or since the last
Average Speed Reset. Reset to Current Boat Speed.

3.4.2 Units Chapter

In each case press the button quickly to edit, press the or

to change units and press the button quickly to select the
chosen units. Default values are indicated in bold.

(s6) SPEED UNITS

The units in which ALL speed related information is
displayed. Knots, Kilometres per hour (KPH) or Statute Miles
per hour (MPH).

(s7) DEPTH UNITS

The units in which ALL depth related information is
displayed. Feet, Meters or Fathoms.

(s8) WIND UNITS

The units in which ALL wind speed related information is
displayed. Knots or Meters per second (M/S).

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(s15) XTE LARGE

Sets the instrument to alarm if a Large Cross Track Error
alarm is issued by the GPS. On/Off.

(s16) WP ARRVE
Sets the instrument to alarm if a Waypoint Arrival alarm is
issued by the GPS. On/Off.

3.5 Calibration Page Description

In each case press the button quickly to edit, press the or
to change units and press the button quickly to select the Press and hold for 1 Select the desired Press and hold for 1
chosen units. Default values are indicated in bold. second to enter the countdown time second to store the
timer setup countdown time
Speed Chapter

(s17) RESP Spd

Sets the update period of the Speed display.
Auto/Slow/Medium/Fast

(s18) SPEED
Boat Speed Calibration Factor adds a percentage factor
which corrects the information from the Speed Transducer
and ensures the Boat Speed is displayed correctly. See page
24 for calibration.

(s19) SPEED FORMT

Sets the display to show Speed readings in a resolution of Press to start Countdown time in Press to
0.1 or 0.01 of the selected units. progress resynchronise
to nearest full minute
(s20) SEA (8:00)
Sea Temperature Calibration Factor adds a percentage factor
which corrects the information from the temperature sensor (p30) TIME
and ensures the water temperature is displayed correctly. Current Time as received from the GPS Antenna corrected to
local time if an offset has been added (see page 22 -s31).
Depth Chapter
(p31) DATE
Current date as received by the GPS Antenna.
(s21) KEEL OFSET
Allows a Keel Offset to be added allowing the instrument
depth reading to indicate depth below the bottom of the
boat, or a Waterline Offset allowing the depth reading to
indicate Actual Water Depth. See page 23 for calibration.

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(p25) DTW Wind Chapter

Distance To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being
the one to which the GPS is currently navigating. When the
(s22) RESP Wnd
Waypoint has been named in the GPS the name will be
Sets the update period of the Wind display.
displayed (first five digits only).
Auto/Slow/Medium/Fast
(p25) DTW
(s23) WIND (degrees)
Distance To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being
Aligns the displayed Apparent Wind Angle with the Actual
the one to which the GPS is currently navigating. When the
Wind Direction with respect to the boat. See page 25 for
Waypoint has been named in the GPS the name will be
calibration.
displayed (first five digits only).

(p26) XTE (s24) WIND (speed)

Cross Track Error as defined by the GPS Antenna. Adds a percentage factor which corrects the information
from the Wind Transmitter and ensures the Apparent Wind
(p27) ETA Speed is displayed correctly. See page 24 for calibration.
Estimated Time of Arrival at the (active) Waypoint as
calculated by the GPS Antenna. Compass Chapter

(p28) SEA (s25) RESP HEAd

Current Sea Temperature as measured by the sensor in the Sets the update period of the Compass display.
Speed Transducer. Auto/Slow/Medium/Fast

(p29) TIMER (s26) HDG (Mag/True)

Countdown or elapsed time stopwatch. Tells the instrument to display heading information in either
Press and hold for 1 second the button and use the Magnetic or True format.
and buttons to set the required countdown time in
minutes, then press and hold for 1 second the button to (s27) HDG (degrees)
prepare to start the countdown. Aligns the displayed heading with the Actual Magnetic
Press the button quickly to start the countdown. Heading of the boat. See page 26 for calibration.
The instrument will sound a single beep each 30 seconds
until 1 minute remains when a beep will sound at 10 second (s28) VAR
intervals. The final 10 seconds will count down with a beep Allows manual entry of local magnetic variation. This setting
each second with “START” being indicated by a triple quick is ignored if variation information is available from a GPS
beep at 0. The timer will automatically start to count the source.
elapsed time and this will continue until the button is
pressed and held for one second. (s29) DEV
At any stage a quick press of the button will However carefully positioned the Compass Transducer is,
resynchronise the timer to the nearest full minute and then there is always the likelihood of errors being introduced by
carry on the count down. the vessel and equipment. To remove errors it is necessary
to “Swing” the compass by turning the boat slowly until the
Example: system can optimize the readings. Once the correction has
Press at 3mins 24secs the timer will reset to 3mins 0secs
been completed the deviation correction value will be
Press at 7mins 52secs the timer will reset to 8mins 0secs
displayed. See page 26 for calibration.

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Options Chapter 2. If you do not have a Wind Transmitter included, sail close
hauled and press the button then tack and, once close
(s30) AUTO NETWK hauled, press the button again.
Only available on the instrument which was used to power
up the system. Refer to the “Auto Network” sheet for further If the mean wind direction changes then the instrument may
information. be updated by press and holding the button while
sailing on port tack, the button while sailing on
(s31) CHAP PROG (lower window) starboard tack or the button while head to wind.
Allows one further selection to be added to the Chapter list
(see page 9). The current selection is indicated in the See Tacktick’s “Using wind shifts to your advantage” sheet
Chapter window. for further information.

(s32) TIME (p18) MAG HDG

The number of hours added or subtracted from UTC (GMT) to Current Magnetic Compass Heading of the vessel as
allow the instrument to display local time. measured by the Compass Transducer. The value displayed
will be affected by the calibration routine for the compass
(s33) LIGHT (see page 26).
Tells the instrument to control the system Backlighting or
(p19) MAG TACK
just its own Backlighting. Network/Local.
Magnetic Compass heading which the vessel will follow
should it tack through the wind, calculated by the
(s34) bOAt SHOW
instrument. Apparent Wind Angle and Magnetic Heading
Allows the instrument to display information when NOT
must be available on the network for this calculation to be
installed as part of a Micronet system for demonstration
made.
purposes only. On/Off. This setting will reset to Off when the
instrument is switched off.
(p20) SOG
Vessels Speed Over the Ground as calculated by the GPS
(s35) DISPL CONTR
Antenna.
Allows the contrast of the LCD display to be adjusted to suit
the viewing angle of the instrument. The lower the figure the (p21) COG
less contrast is visible. 1 - 7 default 4. Vessels Course Over the Ground as calculated by the GPS
Antenna.
(s36) RESET
Returns all the calibration setting to the factory default (p22) LAT
values but does not reset your Auto Networking. Vessels current Latitude as calculated by the GPS Antenna.

Only carry out a Reset after consulting with an (p23) LON

authorized Tacktick dealer. Vessels current Longitude as calculated by the GPS Antenna.

(p24) BTW
Bearing To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being the
one to which the GPS is currently navigating.

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(p12) APP WIND Angle Health Chapter

The Actual Wind Angle with respect to the vessel as
measured by the Wind Transmitter. (s37) VER / NODES
Displays the instrument’s Software Version, battery level and
(p13) TRUE WIND Speed
charge rate to assist in troubleshooting and fault finding. If
The True Wind Speed with respect to the vessel, calculated
the instrument is the “Master” (the one used to switch on the
by the instrument taking into account the vessels speed
system) then the number of items (nodes) in the system will
through the water. Both Apparent Wind Speed, Angle and
be displayed. If the instrument is a “Slave” (was switched on
Boat Speed must be available on the network for this
by the system) then the signal strength to the “Master” will
calculation.
be displayed”
(p14) TRUE WIND Angle
(s38) HULL SIGNL
The True Wind Angle with respect to the vessel, calculated
Shows the signal strength and battery level of the Hull
by the instrument taking into account the vessels speed
Transmitter to assist in troubleshooting and fault finding.
through the water. Both Apparent Wind Speed, Angle and
Boat Speed must be available on the network for this
(s39) WIND SIGNL (as above but for Wind Transmitter
calculation.
information)
(p15) MAG TWDIR
The Actual Wind Direction over the water, calculated by the (s40) NMEA SIGNL (as above but for NMEA Interface information)
instrument taking into account the vessels speed through the
water and compass heading. Apparent Wind Speed, Direction (s41 --)Further signal strength indications will be displayed if
and Compass Heading must be available on the network for available.
this calculation.

(p16) BEAUF
The Actual Wind Speed over the water displayed using the
Beaufort scale, calculated by the instrument taking into
account the vessels speed through the water and compass
heading. Apparent Wind Speed, Direction and Compass
Heading must be available on the network for this
calculation.

(p17 SHIFT HEAD/ LIFT

Indicates changes in the wind against a compass heading.
Spotting these wind changes is the key to fast sailing
upwind.

To set the mean wind angle:

1. If a Wind Transmitter is included in your Micronet system

then simply press the button; (the current wind
direction is stored as the mean wind direction and displayed
for 5 seconds during which time the and buttons
may be used to adjust the value.)

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4 - Seatrial and Calibration 2.5.2 Pages

Once the Micronet Instrument system has been installed on the vessel (p1) SPEED
and Auto Networking has been completed it is necessary to carry out The vessels Actual Speed through the water as measured by
Calibration. the Speed Transducer.

It is not safe to use the instruments for navigational (p2) VMG

purposes until Calibration has been carried out The vessels calculated Speed Directly Upwind. This value is
correctly. calculated by the instrument from the Boat Speed and
Apparent Wind Angle.
4.1 Depth Offset (p3) VMG-WP
The vessels calculated Speed directly towards the active
The default depth offset is 0.0 making the instrument read the Depth Waypoint. This value is calculated by the GPS Antenna.
below the Transducer. By adding a +ve or -ve offset the instrument
will display the waterline depth or depth below the keel respectively. (p4) LOG
The total distance travelled by the vessel since installation of
the instrument or since a Factory Reset.

(p5) TRIP
The distance travelled since the last Trip Reset. To Reset see
page 18 -s1.

(p6) MAX Speed

The Maximum Speed attained since the last reset. To Reset
see page 18 -s4.

(p7) AVG Speed

The Average Speed attained since the last reset. To Reset
see page 18 -s5.

(p8) DEPTH
The Actual Depth beneath the vessel as measured by the
Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup Depth Transducer. The displayed value will be affected by
Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/DEPTH” any keel or waterline offset added (see page 23).
Chapter
Press button to advance to the “KEEL / WLINE” Page (p9) MIN Depth
Press the button to enter Edit Mode The Minimum Depth encountered since switch on or since
Press the and buttons to change the value the last Minimum Depth Reset. To Reset see page 18 -s2.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal (p10) MAX Depth
operation. The Maximum Depth encountered since switch on or since
the last Maximum Depth Reset. To Reset see page 18 -s3.

(p11) APP WIND Speed

The Actual Wind Speed with respect to the vessel as
measured by the Wind Transmitter.

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2.6 Chapter and Page Descriptions 4.2 Speed Calibration

2.5.1 Chapters To ensure that the Boat Speed (and Distance) is accurate it is
necessary to calibrate the speed to take into account variations in
(c1) DEPTH water flow between different hulls. Adjustment is made by multiplying
The Actual Depth beneath the vessel as measured by the the Speed through the Water (V) by a percentage Calibration Factor.
Depth Transducer. The displayed value will be affected by It is essential to carry out this procedure at a time where little or no
any keel or waterline offset added (see page 23). tide is flowing.

(c2) APP WIND Speed

The Actual Wind Speed with respect to the vessel as To enter a Log Calibration Factor
measured by the Wind Transmitter.
With the vessel under power, steer a straight course allowing the Boat
(c3) SPEED Speed reading to settle to a constant value. Check the GPS is showing
The vessels actual speed through the water as measured by a constant SOG.
the Speed Transducer. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup
Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/SPEED”
(c4) MAG HDG Chapter
Current Magnetic Compass Heading of the vessel as Press the button to advance to “SPEED/+0%” Page
measured by the Compass Transducer. The value displayed Press the button to enter Edit Mode
will be affected by the calibration routine for the compass Press the and buttons to change the Calibration Factor until
(see page 26). the Speed reading displayed matches the GPS SOG reading
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
(c5) TRUE WIND Speed Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal
The True Wind Speed with respect to the vessel, calculated operation.
by the instrument taking into account the vessels speed
through the water. Both Apparent Wind Speed, Angle and Should you be unable to carry out this procedure due to strong tidal
Boat Speed must be available for this calculation. conditions or poor GPS information there is further information
regarding Speed Calibration using a measured distance on the
(c6) COG Tacktick website at www.tacktick.com.
Course Over the Ground as calculated by the GPS Antenna.

(c7) BTW
Bearing To (active) Waypoint. The active Waypoint being the
one to which the GPS is currently navigating.

(c8) PROG (Custom Chapter)

A Custom Chapter which allows you to select from a full list,
the information you wish to display in the Chapter (upper)
window (see page 21 -s30 for selection).

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4.3 Wind Calibration

It is possible to select any Page (lower window) within any Chapter
(upper window) giving you a chance to display any two pieces of
Both Wind Speed and Direction can be calibrated to ensure that
information available at any time. Once a Page display has been
readings from the Wind Transmitter are displayed accurately.
selected within a Chapter the same Page will be displayed every
rollover of the Chapter sequence ensuring that you return to your
4.3.1 Wind Angle Offset choice of display within a maximum of 8 presses of the (Chapter)
button.
Motor the vessel directly into the wind.
Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup
Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/WIND”
Chapter
Press the button to advance to “WIND/+0000” Page
Press the button to enter Edit Mode
Press the and buttons to change the displayed value to
000.
The bottom digits will indicate the number of degrees of offset
entered.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal
operation.

4.3.2 Wind Speed Correction

Note: Wind Speed reading is factory calibrated to display correctly

and should not be altered unless external factors are thought
to be causing incorrect readings. Correction should only be
carried out if a known correct Wind Speed is available.

Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup

Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/WIND”
Chapter
Press the button to advance to “WIND/+0%” Page
Press the button to enter Edit Mode
Press the and buttons to change the displayed value to the
required percentage.
The bottom digits will indicate the displayed Wind Speed.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal Full Page Selection List Shown in Lower Window
operation. (for a full description of each Page see page 11 -p1 to p32)

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2.5 Chapter and Page Operation 4.4 Compass Calibration

Instrument information is displayed in a “Chapter and Page” format To ensure that inaccuracies caused by metallic and magnetic objects
using the (Chapter) button to scroll through the Chapters which on the boat are kept to a minimum is necessary to calibrate the
are displayed in the upper part of the window and the and compass. A deviation caused by surrounding objects will be
(Page) buttons to move between Pages within a Chapter which are compensated for and the compass reading may be set to the correct
displayed in the lower part of the window. heading.

Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter Setup

Press the button repeatedly to scroll to the “SETUP/COMPASS”
Chapter

To Complete a deviation correction turn:

Press the button to advance to “DEV0” Page

Press the button to enter Compass Calibration Mode
Turn the vessel slowly keeping the speed below 4 knots and taking
approximately 2 minutes to complete 3600 . Keep turning the vessel
until the display changes to display a value (usually about 1.25 turns)
Note: If the rate of turn of the vessel is too fast the instrument will
display “TURN HIGH”. It is not necessary to abandon the
turn at this stage but do lessen the rate of turn by reducing
speed or widening the turning circle.

Continue to align the heading

Steer the vessel on a known heading.

Note: only use the main steering compass as a known heading if

you are certain it has been checked and compensated.

Press the button twice to display HDG / +000

Press the button to enter Edit Mode
Press the and buttons to change to the known value. The
lower digits will display the offset entered.
Press the button to exit Edit Mode
Press and hold the button to exit Setup and return to normal
operation.
Chapter Sequence Shown in Upper Window
(for a full description of each Chapter see page 10 - c1 to c8)

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5 Installation 2.4 Audible Signals and Alarms

5.1 Tools Required and Parts List At stages during its operation your Micronet instrument will beep to
indicate alarms or moments of importance.
1. 2mm or 5mm Drill Bit (7mm 1. Mounting Template Power-up Once operating as part of a network the instrument
if power connection required) 2. Display Bracket will issue a single beep as it is switched on by
2. Power Drill 3. Mounting Screws (3) pressing the button for 2 second.
3. Cross Head Screwdriver 4. Mounting Bolts (3)
5. M4 Studs & Thumbnuts (3) Button Press A single beep is issued each time a button is pressed
6. Sealing Gaskets (4) A second beep is issued after a 2 seconds hold down
7. Double Sided Tape of the button.

Alarm Continuous bursts of three beeps will indicate an

5.2 Precautions and Positioning Advice alarm. The alarm activated will be indicated on the
Ensure mounting surface is flat. digital display, accompanied by the flashing
Leave space between instruments for sun covers. symbol. Pressing any button will silence the alarm.
Leave space to remove instrument from bracket (if used).
Avoid areas where damage may occur (winch handles ,feet, warps Timer A single beep will be issued at each minute of the
etc.) countdown. With 1 minute left to go a beep will sound
Select a flat, smooth, surface for mounting and use the Template every 10 seconds. With 10 seconds to go a beep will
provided to select a suitable position for mounting your Micronet sound every second.
instrument.
Check for clarity of vision and ease of access to the control buttons, it Countdown complete will be indicated by a single
is recommended that instruments are positioned such that your arm burst of three beeps.
does NOT pass through the spokes of the steering wheel when
operating the buttons.

Contrast is limited at night when an instrument is

viewed from beneath. Avoid mounting instruments in a
position where you will look upwards to view them.

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2.2 Switching the System On and Off 5.3 Bracket Mounting (Preferred Method)

To switch on your Micronet This method allows for the easy removal of an instrument as and
system select any instrument when required, for either security reasons or to prevent damage or
and press the button for 2 discomfort whilst not in use.
seconds. 1. Using the three supplied M4 bolts attach the back plate to
the rear of the instrument (Fig.1).

2. Drill three 2mm holes marked “BRACKET” on the Template

and using the supplied self tapping screws attach the clip
bracket to the mounting surface (Fig.2).

3. Place the instrument flat against the bracket slightly higher

than the final position and slide gently down into position.
To switch off your Micronet There will be a small click as the bracket secures the
system select any instrument instrument into position (Fig.3).
and press and hold the
button for 2 seconds. 4. To release the instrument press lightly on the bracket tab
and slide the instrument upwards (Fig.4).

2.3 Backlighting
At any stage of the instrument’s
operation press and hold for 2
seconds the button to
access the lighting control.
Pressing the and
buttons will scroll through
setting OFF, 1, 2 and 3 whilst
changing the Backlighting.
Depending on the instrument
setup (see page 20 -s5),
Backlighting on the whole
system or just the single
instrument will be altered.

Backlighting is automatically switched off in daylight as part of

the instrument’s power saving feature and will not operate in daylight.

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5.4 Surface Mounting 2 – Operation

5.4.1 Where there is no access to the rear of the

mounting surface Important:

Easy installation but will allow removal without gaining access to the Ensure that the “Auto Network” procedure described on the yellow
boat. Position the supplied Template carefully before starting. instruction sheet and full Setup and Calibration has been performed
1. Drill three 2mm holes marked “SURFACE” on the Template correctly before attempting to use your Micronet instruments for
2. Carefully snap the facia of the instrument off the main body navigation purposes.
taking care not to drop the button pads. .
HINT – It may be useful to place a piece of sticky tape
across the front of the buttons before removing the facia to 2.1 Instrument Display Information
prevent them from falling out during the installation.
3. Remove the three captive M4 nuts from the plastic moulding
and attach the instrument to the mounting surface using the
three self tapping screws provided. Take care not to over
tighten the screws as this may cause the moulding to crack.
4. Check the instrument is perfectly level, carefully position the
button inserts into the correct slots and snap the facia back
into position.

5.4.2 Temporary Mounting

1. Use the double sided tape provided to secure the instrument

to a suitable mounting surface. Press the instrument firmly
against the surface until secure.
Note: This method is recommended for temporary use only.

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5.4.3 Where access is available to the rear of the

If there is no boat speed or change in heading registered on the mounting surface
system for a period of 12 hours your Micronet instrument will switch
off to conserve power. A “POWER SAVE” alarm will sound before the
This method allows for maximum security of a permanently mounted
instrument system is switched off. Pressing any button within 10
instrument. Position the supplied Template carefully before starting.
seconds of the alarm sounding will allow the system to remain
1. Drill three 5mm holes marked “B” on the Template.
switched on.
2 Stick the 3 supplied gaskets on the back of the instrument.
Backlighting will automatically shut down/off when operated in
3. Screw the four M4 brass studs into the rear of the
daylight.
instrument.
4. Place the instrument in position pushing the three studs
Artificial light WILL NOT recharge the battery. Placing
through the newly drilled holes.
your Micronet instrument close to an artificial light will
5. Using the three supplied thumb nuts, secure the instrument
seriously damage the instrument. Only recharge in natural
to the surface making sure the instrument is level before
daylight.
final tightening.

Applying External Power

In cases where instruments are mounted permanently below decks it

will be necessary to apply an external power source to prevent
complete discharge of the built in battery.
Connections on the rear of the instrument allow a 9V to 24V DC power
source to be connected. Connections can be made to the vessels DC
system or a 9V battery pack may be connected. It is recommended
that permanent connection is only made when the instruments are
permanently fixed to the vessel and not when the clip brackets are
used. 5.5 External Power Connections
Connection to a 9V (PP3) battery will fully recharge the internal
battery over a period of 24 hours. To connect an external 9 to 24 volt power supply to the instrument
head from either a portable battery or the vessel’s existing power
system.
1.4 Safety and Disposal
1. Drill two 7mm holes marked “P” on the Mounting Template
and smooth them together with a sharp knife or small file.
2. Pass the supply cable through the new hole and attach the
Your Micronet instrument contains Manganese Lithium Dioxide
supplied crimp spade receptacles.
batteries which should be disposed of correctly. Do not dispose of any
3. Remove the blanking plug from the rear of the instrument to
instrument in domestic waste. Refer to regulations in force in your
expose the terminals.
country.
4 Stick the supplied gasket on the back of the instrument.
If in doubt return the instrument to Tacktick Ltd. for correct disposal.
5. Taking care to connect the correct polarity push the
receptacles firmly onto the spades on the rear of the case.
6. Mount the instrument head securely in position following the
steps shown above.
7. Clamp the cable securely close to the instrument.

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6 Maintenance and Fault Finding Battery is charged and being

Bright Sunny and topped up by the sun. *
6.1 Care and Maintenance Day
Battery is low and being charged
and by the sun.
All Micronet products are totally sealed against water and are not
serviceable. Any attempt to take a Micronet product apart will Battery is charged and requires no
invalidate the warranty. and further charging.
Overcast Day
To clean, use only a damp, soft cloth. No detergents, solvents or Battery is low but maintaining it’s
abrasives should be used. To avoid damaging a Micronet display unit and level.
we recommend storing in the supplied soft pack when not in use.
Battery is charged but is not
If the instruments are to be stored for a long period of time before and charging.
next use (Over Winter) ensure that the batteries are fully charged Night
before storage. If necessary connect to a 9 to 24v power supply for
24 hrs prior to storage. Battery is low with no charging.
and

It is recommended that the

6.2 Fault Finding and Technical Support instrument be left in daylight for
some time for the battery to
6.2.1 Power Save Alarm sounds. recover, or charge from an
LOW Power and
There has been no significant data activity on the network. The alarm external 9 - 24V power source. A
Flashing
sounds to indicate that the instrument system will turn itself off. To fully discharged battery will re-
continue using the system press any button to cancel the alarm. charge in approximately 12 hours
of direct bright sunlight.
6.2.2 Lost Network Alarm sounds.
On a single instrument this indicates that the particular instrument has
lost communication with the Master*. Either there is a problem with the If using the instruments at night power usage can be reduced
Master* instrument or the instrument in question has been moved out dramatically by switching the Backlighting to level 1 or Off. If
of effective range. Backlighting is not required on instruments located below decks it is
On several instruments this indicates that these instruments have lost best to set them to “Local” Backlighting control (see page 26 -s31) so
communication with the Master*. Either there is a problem with the that power is not being wasted in instruments which may not be
master or the Master* has been moved out of effective range. The visible from the one being viewed.
instruments will power down shortly after sounding the alarm to save
power.

6.2.3 A single instrument flashes the battery symbol and then * If the internal battery is fully charged then it does not matter
switches off. how much the instrument is subjected to bright sunlight no further
The battery level is low on the particular instrument affected. Connect charging is required and the Charge Rate Indicator will remain low.
to a 9 to 24V power source or leave in bright sunlight for 12 hours
minimum to recharge the instrument’s internal battery. If the particular
instrument is the system Master* then the other instruments will sound If the instruments are to be stored for a long period of time before
the Lost Network Alarm. To continue using the rest of the system next use (Over Winter) ensure that the batteries are fully charged
power down and restart the system from another instrument. before storage. If necessary connect to a 9 to 24v power supply for
24 hrs prior to storage.

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6.2.4 Low Battery Alarm sounds.

1 - Information The power level is low in the Hull Transmitter, NMEA Interface or Wind
Transmitter. On any Digital Instrument enter Setup and Calibration
1.1 Introduction mode (Page 18) and scroll through to the Health Chapter. Check the

signal levels of the Transmitters and Interface Box. The signal level
Your Micronet instrument is powered for life by the environment.
should show a value of greater than 3 to ensure correct operation.
Although feature packed and highly visible in all conditions, current Connect the Hull Transmitter or NMEA Interface to a 9 to 24V power
demand is so low, and the supply so efficient, that the solar-powered source for 12 hours minimum to recharge the internal battery. Leave
display is self sufficient. Combined with other instruments in the the Wind Transmitter in bright sunlight for 12 hours minimum to
Micronet range this display becomes part of a complete navigational recharge its internal battery.
system.
6.2.5 Data is shown as dashes.
1.2 Specifications The information is not been transmitted to the instrument Displays.
There may be lost communication between the Wind Transmitter or
Height of digits: 20mm (0.8”) Hull Transmitter and the instrument Displays. On any Digital
Backlighting: 3 levels with daylight shutoff instrument enter Setup and Calibration mode (page 18) and scroll
System-wide or local control through to the Health Chapter. Check the signal levels of the Hull and
Power: Solar Powered Wind Transmitters. The signal level should show a value of greater than
300 hrs autonomy by day, 7 nights at brightest 3 to ensure correct operation.
backlighting, 20 nights at economy backlighting
without charge 6.2.6 Compass Transducer rattles and/or splashes.
Units of display: Boat Speed Good! The fluxgate compass is gimballed in a fluid filled container to
(knots,kilometers per hour,statute miles per hour) ensure it is not affected by the boats movement in the water.
Distance
6.2.7 Compass information displayed on the instrument system does
(nautical miles, statute miles, kilometers)
not agree with the main steering compass.
Depth
Ensure that the main steering compass has been swung correctly and is
(meters, feet, fathoms)
showing correct information. Ensure that the instrument system has
Wind Speed
completed correctly the “Swing” procedure described on page 29. If
(knots, meters per second, Beaufort)
there are still differences, look for magnetic objects (loud speakers,
Alarm: Audible Alarm for Depth, Wind and MOB
pumps and motors, etc.) close to the Transducer and try mounting the
Weight: 285g (0.63lbs)
compass transducer in an alternative location. After changing position
Operating Temp.: -100 to +600C (140 to 1400F)
of nearby equipment or the Compass Transducer it will be necessary to
Frequency: 868 MHz or 905 MHz
re-swing the compass following the procedure on page 29.

1.3 Power Management and Battery Life 6.2.8 Boat Speed reads 0.
Information being transmitted from the Hull Transmitter is being
received with a Zero value. Check the paddle wheel for fouling, clean it
What makes your mn100 instrument possible is Tacktick’s
and make sure it turns easily.
revolutionary approach to power management. By reducing the
amount of power being used by the electronics and maximizing the 6.2.9 Wind Speed reads 0.
potential of the sun to provide power, a mn100 instrument becomes a Information being transmitted from the Wind Transmitter is being
virtually perpetual device. received with a Zero value. If the anemometer cups at the top of the
Power status is indicated by two icons on the instrument display: mast are turning and the Wind Speed reads 0 then there is a problem
with your Wind Transmitter.
Battery Level and Charge Rate
6.2.11 The Depth Alarm does not sound.
If the actual water depth is shallow and the alarm has not sounded it is
Used together these icons will show the condition of your instrument’s most likely that the alarm is switched off. From any Digital instrument
power supply. enter Setup and Calibration mode (page 18) and scroll through to the
Depth Chapter. Ensure the Depth Alarm settings are correct.

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6.2.10 No NMEA data showing on external instruments.

From any Digital instrument enter Setup and Calibration Mode (page
1 Information
18) and scroll through to the Health Chapter. Check the signal level
and battery status of the NMEA Interface. If the signal level shows a 1.1 Introduction - 2
value of greater than 3 then check the data connections and the 1.2 Specifications - 2
1.3 Power Management and Battery Life - 2
settings of the NMEA source equipment to ensure that NMEA 0183 is 1.5 Safety and Disposal - 5
being transmitted correctly.

* The “Master Instrument” is the instrument which was used to power up

2 Operation
the entire system. This instrument may be different each time the
system is used. If you are fault finding and are uncertain which 2.1 Instrument Display Information - 5
instrument is the master the switch off the system and switch on again. 2.2 Switching the System On and Off - 6
The instrument which you switched on is now the master 2.3 Backlighting - 6
2.4 Audible Signals and Alarms - 7
2.5 Chapter and Page Operation - 8
2.6 Chapter and Page Description - 10
Warranty Information
3 Setup and Calibration
Tacktick Limited or its authorized Distributors will repair or replace a
Tacktick product free of charge where a manufacturing fault becomes 3.1 Entering Setup and Calibration Mode - 18
apparent within two years of the purchase date provided: 3.2 Chapter and Page Setup and Calibration - 18
1. No unauthorized attempt has been made to repair the 3.3 Editing Values - 19
product. 3.4 Setup Page Description - 20
2. The product has not been misused, operated outside of its 3.5 Calibration Page Description - 22
intended environment or operated in a manner which is
incompatible with the written instructions supplied on 4 Seatrial and Calibration
purchase.
4.1 Depth Offset - 26
Proof of purchase date is required for the warranty period to 4.2 Speed Calibration - 27
be valid. 4.3 Wind Calibration - 28
4.4 Compass Calibration - 29
Due to the removable nature of the Tacktick product, on board service
will only be available with prior consent from Tacktick or its authorized 5 Installation
Distributors.
5.1 Tools List & Parts - 30
Failure within the warranty period: 5.2 Precautions and Positioning Advise - 30
Simply return the product to your nearest authorized Tacktick 5.3 Bracket Mounting - 31
Distributor, together with proof of purchase date. 5.4 Surface Mounting - 33
5.5 External Power Connections - 33
Failure outside the warranty period:
Simply return your product to the nearest authorized Tacktick 6 Maintenance and Fault Finding
Distributor and an estimation for repair will be provided.
6.1 Care and Maintenance - 34
6.2 Fault Finding and Technical Support - 34
Authorized Tacktick Distributor details can be found at 6.3 Warranty Information - 37
www.tacktick.com, or on the back of Tacktick sales brochures.

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