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  1. 04-23-2019, 07:04 PM #1
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    I Pilot Heading Sensor Assembly Puck

    I just got a new Ulterra with I pilot. I am mounting the Heading Sensor Assembly puck to 12V.
    Do I need to put a switch in so the puck will not be drawing power constantly like the older GPS
    pucks did...OR can I wire it directly to the battery as per installation manual indicate?
    I have a switch and will be on problem installing it.
    Thanks for your help
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    #2 04-23-2019, 07:15 PM
    Switched.
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    #3 04-23-2019, 07:23 PM
    Install a switch.
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    #4 04-24-2019, 09:36 AM
    Be sure to read the direction for the Puck.
    I would not mount it near the trolling motor (or at the Bow). Like many others here seem to like to suggest!


    https://minnkotamotors.johnsonoutdoo...ing-Sensor.pdf
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    #5 04-24-2019, 10:39 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by moetorola View Post
    Be sure to read the direction for the Puck.
    I would not mount it near the trolling motor (or at the Bow). Like many others here seem to like to suggest!


    https://minnkotamotors.johnsonoutdoo...ing-Sensor.pdf
    Have mine located at bow with no problems but some need a different location depending on the installation and testing for interference.
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    #6 04-24-2019, 10:41 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by ezfishn View Post
    Have mine located at bow with no problems but some need a different location depending on the installation and testing for interference.
    How do you know it's not???? Does it tell you??
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    #7 04-24-2019, 10:52 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by moetorola View Post
    How do you know it's not???? Does it tell you??
    I tested spot on water with a compass before permanently mounting it. Also, use the latest update allowing it to be used as GPS/Heading source for the FF and that works great.
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    #8 04-24-2019, 10:59 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by ezfishn View Post
    I tested spot on water with a compass before permanently mounting it. Also, use the latest update allowing it to be used as GPS/Heading source for the FF and that works great.
    When on pad, and trolling motor stowed. Is the Map still correct?

    I have feeling many with that update are gonna find they have issues on there graph, boat will appear to be going sideways. Results may very obviously depending on distance from magnets in trolling motor.
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    #9 04-24-2019, 11:37 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by moetorola View Post


    When on pad, and trolling motor stowed. Is the Map still correct?

    I have feeling many with that update are gonna find they have issues on there graph, boat will appear to be going sideways. Results may very obviously depending on distance from magnets in trolling motor.
    Well since it doesn't work with the trolling motor stowed, I doubt *anyone* is going to have that problem. ;)
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    #10 04-24-2019, 11:43 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by exx1976 View Post
    Well since it doesn't work with the trolling motor stowed, I doubt *anyone* is going to have that problem. ;)
    Read the above again....
    You can now integrate the heading sensor with your graph.
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    #11 04-24-2019, 11:49 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by moetorola View Post
    Read the above again....
    You can now integrate the heading sensor with your graph.
    That feature only works when the trolling motor is deployed. Also only compatible with I pilot link system
    Last edited by ntslam; 04-24-2019 at 12:13 PM.
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    #12 04-24-2019, 06:09 PM
    Thanks guys... I mounted it beside the console on a plastic bracket.
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    #13 04-24-2019, 11:34 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by moetorola View Post
    Read the above again....
    You can now integrate the heading sensor with your graph.
    How about YOU read the above again? Lol
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    #14 04-25-2019, 06:10 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by exx1976 View Post
    How about YOU read the above again? Lol
    The heading sensor has nothing to do with the on board graphs. The heading sensor is for the troll motor GPS. You can however use the I-pilot Link to integrate the graphs with the troll motor GPS
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    #15 04-25-2019, 06:36 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Bradrodfish View Post
    The heading sensor has nothing to do with the on board graphs. The heading sensor is for the troll motor GPS. You can however use the I-pilot Link to integrate the graphs with the troll motor GPS
    The newest I pilot link software allows you to connect the Minn kota heading sensor to the helix or Solix when trolling motor is deployed
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    #16 04-25-2019, 06:37 AM
    There has been a bunch of other stuff being thrown around but did you put it on a circuit with a switch so you don't drain your battery? Bob
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    #17 04-25-2019, 08:12 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Bradrodfish View Post
    The heading sensor has nothing to do with the on board graphs. The heading sensor is for the troll motor GPS. You can however use the I-pilot Link to integrate the graphs with the troll motor GPS
    Come again?
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    #18 04-25-2019, 10:56 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by bobcoy View Post
    There has been a bunch of other stuff being thrown around but did you put it on a circuit with a switch so you don't drain your battery? Bob

    YES, Bob, I put a switch inline to turn the puck off... THANKS
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    #19 04-25-2019, 04:48 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Pokie Pa View Post
    Thanks guys... I mounted it beside the console on a plastic bracket.
    What kind of bracket did you use? Can you post a photo?

    Thanks
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