The VVM can Not tell if maintenance was performed.
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The VVM can Not tell if maintenance was performed.
This is normally done as a PCM Service Interval reset by the servicing dealer (on the Computer Diagnostic System).Quote:
Originally Posted by skooter68
I just called my local dealer about a 6 beep alarm I have going on and he mentioned this product so I can at least know if its something major or just minor. I didnt know about this product... is it worth it? I have a 17 250xs if it matters.
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Originally Posted by 17z20
If you’re a tight wad (like me), sure it’s worth it. If you want something really useful then get the real deal.
I'm married!Quote:
Originally Posted by grout-scout
That should answer that lol
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Originally Posted by 17z20
I bought it a month or so ago. Its worked well so far. I dont plan to use it for anything other then fault reader but it does have some other items that can be used software wise.
That's good to know, this kind of stuff should come with the motors... 15+k motor that beeps and cant even find out what's wrong unless you take it to a dealerQuote:
Originally Posted by ONECASTAWAY
Too many different installation types to "cookie-cutter" a single instrument choice. Fault lies with whomever built boat (or rigged engine) more than likely.Quote:
Originally Posted by 17z20
What I am seeing is that this would not work with a hummingbird with Bluetooth capabilities. This is already on my boat so I am wondering would it be more advantageous to buy the nmea2000 conversion module or go this route. I rarely take my phone out of my glove box but it would be handy in case of any alarms. I always imagined that it would be nice to have the gages on my helix g2n display though. I have a 2004 optimax 225. Has anyone linked the motor to hummingbird? What did you need and how did it work?
Why not just buy and install the Mercmonitor gauge in the dash....get rid of the current tach, or speedometer?Quote:
Originally Posted by Durbijd
Since those devices and/or connectivity to your Humminbird don't relate at all to the post topic, it would be a good idea to have a separate thread. Or, as a better option, see Rhonda's post (pinned at the top of the forum) and drop her an email for information on the systems/options available to you.Quote:
Originally Posted by Durbijd
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Originally Posted by coachs
Fellows- if you would, please open your own SEPARATE thread for your engine, be sure to provide the Serial Number. Location is different between the 2-stroke (Optimax) and 4-stroke V8's.Quote:
Originally Posted by AdamV
4-stroke V-8's: Terminating resistor is located in the BACK, under the cover.
Optimax/DFI, Terminating Resistor is located on the PCM,
I know the vessel view mobile can monitor fuel usage but say I fill up the boat can I set it up and monitor fuel usage at anytime I reconnect the app? Or does it have to be always connected when engine is running to track gallons used? I just want something more accurate than the standard fuel gauge.
So Vessel View Mobile will give me all the information straight out of the box. No other sensors are required? Thanks
No other "sensors"
Great! ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by Savage
No other sensors are REQUIRED for Basic Functionality. There ARE Optional sensors/harnesses for some features to work.
Could you explain Basic Functionality? Will I be able to monitor fuel usage? Or do I need an additional sensor for this? Thanks
Fuel usage is a PCM data parameter. That's available.
Fuel LEVEL requires a harness to integrate your fuel sending unit with Smartcraft.
Data varies from one engine model to another, so this would be a separate post, with your engine serial number question.
Vesselview Mobile Website (including Preferred Dealer Interface) is active as of February 27, 2019!
Sign up for an account from within the app, and choose your preferred dealer while logged into the website.
Your dealer can not only see maintenance information, they can also see fault information so that they may be able to better assist you.
Example: If someone has chosen European Marine as their preferred dealer, and had a warning horn occur, I should be able to log in and see information on what occurred at the time of the fault.
This can be ESPECIALLY helpful when trying to help folks with their engine problems- very happy to hear the site is up and running!
Hello
Is there only one yellow terminator/resistance cap ? I found one on my 2013 Merc 200 pro xs opti but it appears there isnt 10 pins in it?
Any help is appreciated
There are ten possible POSITIONS, but likely are only 4 pins in there. You have the correct one.Quote:
Originally Posted by MRichard2016
If you would, please take a moment to review the Announcements at the top of the Forum, and be sure to provide the Required Info (in your OWN separate post/thread) for questions. Thanks!
If I am running and do not have my phone or the app is not open and I get some sort of warning beeps, can I then open the app and still see what warning the beep was or will I need to have the app open at all times? Seems like a great product but I do not want to have my phone out or start the app every time I start the motor.
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Originally Posted by coachmks
If you have the new Merc update from a few months back, it will automatically connect when you fire up with your phone put away. I think you still have to do the intial pairing on each outing, but after than that it should auto connect. Been working fine for me anyways.
+1
How about hooking up to the nmea2000?
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Originally Posted by MRichard2016
The VVMobile doesn’t use NMEA, it’s Bluetooth to your phone.
Has anyone else had problems with the VVM app freezing on their iphone? The app updated a few weeks ago and now when I use it, I have to restart the app multiple times to get the app to actually work and not freeze. It connects to the module and then shows the idle rpms screen, but then immediately freezes and just shows the same numbers. I can't click anything and it won't go to the second screen with my water temp, which is why I use it.
I tried deleting and reinstalling the app, which seemed to work this weekend, but then it started freezing again. It always seems to freeze up on startup right after connecting to the module, which is when I need it the most....
Any tips or ideas to stop the app from freezing up after connecting to the module?
May be Operating System (IOS) related, or may be interference between module and phone. Good topic for a separate thread.Quote:
Originally Posted by apenland01
All,
Called Mercury Customer Service and they indicated I would need to add a terminal block at the motor to have both my Smartcraft Guage and Vessleview installed as Smartcraft is already using the required connector. Saw a post or two indicating that both can be installed, but didn't see any detail. Anyone out there have both installed? If yes, what is the recommended install? The idea of having info on my phone is appealing, but not if I have to splice in another connector at the motor to install the Vesselview module.
Thanks!
From Mercury,
If you already have a SmartCraft gauge and it is running off of a Blue CAN cable that is plugged into the engine, you will need to see how the gauge(s) are hooked up to the Blue CAN cable at the helm. Some gauges allow the CAN cable to plug directly in the back of the gauge. If yours is set up like this it leaves nowhere to install the VesselView Mobile unless other parts are purchased. You would need to disconnect the gauge from the CAN harness, obtain/install a junction box, obtain/install a gauge harness, and then plug the gauge/harness and VesselView into the junction box ports. If your current gauges are plugged into a junction box at the helm then you just need to plug your VesselView Mobile into an unused port on this junction box.
This would not be a preferred method- as you're still going to have to have the Can-P harness running forward to the helm (one way or the other).Quote:
Originally Posted by akowalc1
The J-Box really should be put at the helm, with BOTH unit at the helm. Essentially, moving the Vessel View Mobile to the HELM (which is actually preferred).
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I've looked and looked and didn't see an answer but maybe I missed it. If I install the VesselView Mobile on my 2017 Mercury 250 ProXS will it show the trim on the app? My trim gauge is covered up by graphs, so this would be what I really want it for. Thanks
Yes, IF you have a DIGITAL trim sensor installed.Quote:
Originally Posted by west_tn
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Originally Posted by Savage
I have no idea. I don't think I do though, but how could I check? Thanks
Look at how many wires are coming from the sensor. 3 wires means its a digital sensor.
2B573392. Vessel view installed and worked great until I installed a new Tuff Skinz motor cover. I think it acts to dampen the signal because now it will not work when sitting at the wheel. I need to get up andget within 2-3 feet of motor then it connects. Guess I either need to sell the Tuff Skinz or use the Vessel View with the limitations.
Or, get a Smartcraft Network (or even an extension cable) to move that VVM outside the cowling, closer to the console.
AT the console would be your BEST option.
Purchased and installed VVM last weekend before heading out for a day on the water. Although I didn't have a lot of time to play around with it, these are my initial observations (please correct me if I'm wrong):
1) Even when creating an account and entering your Serial#, the maintenance task/intervals are not customized to your engine... I have a 100-hour "Oil" replacement interval, even though I have a two-stroke engine (175 ProXS) and there's no reminder for the compressor air filter.
2) Likewise with the gauges... the app doesn't disable any gauge options that aren't applicable to my engine.
3) The maintenance interval resets are stored locally on my phone (or Mercury account), not the ECM... when I download the app on my tablet and connect to the module, it doesn't show the interval resets I just performed on my other phone (unless I log into my Mercury account).
4) Likewise, fuel consumption is stored locally on my phone, i.e. in order to maintain an accurate* fuel reading, the app must be running anytime the engine is. If the app shows I have 25 gallons, and I turn off my phone for a couple hours, it will show 25 gallons the next time I start the app, irrespective of how much gas I actually burned during those couple hours.
5) The holeshot sound effects are fun; everyone on the boat enjoyed that (probably because it let them know when I was about to take off).
If I didn't have an analog tach, water pressure gauge and a speedometer, the VVM would be a welcome addition, but right now I feel like I'm either missing something or the settings aren't right because it seems like I spent $200+ just to find out how many hours I had on the engine.
*or at least as accurate as possible