I have 2 Helix Mega 12 units and cannot see the waypoints from one to the other. The share data option is turned on on both units. I have power to the ethernet box under the console. All cables seemed to be connected properly. Any suggestions on what to check? Should I connect a cable directly between both units to check?
Yes that is one step in trouble shooting.Originally Posted by brinson
Have you done a Restore Defaults?
Wayne Purdum
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No, I haven't, I will try that now.
Restore Defaults did not have any effect.
Make sure both units have the latest software or at least the same software version
I think I've got it sharing waypoints now. I move the cables on the 5 port box from ports 3,4, and 5 to 1,2 and 3 and it is now sharing data. Not sure why this would make any difference? Also, I have versions 1.46 and 1.40 software. Should I update to 1.90?
Possibly bad ports on the Ethernet Switch or just coincidence with Resetting Defaults and recycling power on the units. If you were to reconnect to original configuration and problem repeated then very likely a problem with the switch. With two units, what is being used on the third port?
Wes
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Nothing at this time.
brinson, It is always a good idea to have the same software level on like units. Which level is debatable sometimes. You said you switched the cables from ports 3,4 and 5 and moved them to 1,2 and 3. That sounds like 3 things hooked to the switch. Bob
Yes bobcoy, I'm by no means an expert on electronics but you are correct there are 3 cables and a power cord attached to the box. It was rigged by the dealer. There is a spare ethernet cable that was run when the boat was built and terminates at the bow and is capped. Is the fact that it is connected at the box possibly causing issues?
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It could be. An open ended cable or wire is prone to picking up radio frequency noise(antenna). Maybe unscrew the cable and tape it or something to keep it ready for what you add to your network. Bob
That's why I was curious about why 3 ports being used and only two units...LOL The extra cable wouldn't cause the waypoint sharing problem but could be a source for RFI if open ended as Bob mentioned.
Wes
Helix 10 MSI+,MDI+,Ultrex IPilot
2023 Phoenix 818
Never assume there's a tomorrow
Thank you for the help.
Why would you not start at the #1 port and work from there?
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I don't know why, it was set up that way when it was delivered to me.
brinson, are you all set with your network? Did you do 1.90? Bob
The network seems to be fine. I already had the boat out of the water but I can see all the waypoints on both units now. I have not updated to 1.90 yet as I leave the boat in Arkansas and live in Texas. I plan on loading a SD card to take back with me for the next trip. Is anyone having issues with this version?
Seems like most are doing fine with 1.90. That reset to defaults is harder on some than others. To be fair today's units do have many options and can be a bit of a hassle to get everything the way it is needed to be again. Glad you got your sharing back Bob
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