Mercury SC1000 User manual
© 2018 Mercury Marine SC 1000 Tachometer/Speedometer
8M0147197 518 eng
eng
Product Overview
Basic Operation and Features............................................................................ 1
Alarm Warnings with Descriptive Text................................................................ 2
Alarm Warnings with Universal Codes............................................................... 4
Master Reset...................................................................................................... 5
Descriptive Fault Text Warning Display Screens................................................ 6
Display Screens................................................................................................ 10
SC 1000 Tachometer
System Tachometer Display Screens............................................................... 11
Maintenance Screen......................................................................................... 13
Sport Exhaust Screen....................................................................................... 14
Tachometer Settings ‑ MENU........................................................................... 15
Tachometer Settings ‑ SCREENS.................................................................... 17
Tachometer Settings ‑ CALIBRATION............................................................. 19
SC 1000 Speedometer
Speedometer Display Screens......................................................................... 26
Speedometer Settings ‑ MENU........................................................................ 28
Speedometer Settings ‑ SCREENS.................................................................. 30
Speedometer Settings ‑ CALIBRATION........................................................... 31
Troll Control
Troll Control Operation..................................................................................... 34
Smart Tow
Cruise Control Operation.................................................................................. 37
Precise Speed Control Calibration (Optional)................................................... 38
Launch Control Operation................................................................................. 40
Creating a Customized Launch Setting............................................................ 42
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Active Trim
Requirements................................................................................................... 45
Introduction to Active Trim................................................................................ 45
Active Trim Operation....................................................................................... 46
Setup and Configuration................................................................................... 47
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Basic Operation and Features
NOTE: Descriptive text alarm warning screens are displayed with 2007 and
newer engines. Universal fault codes can be utilized with specific Outboard and
MerCruiser products produced 2015 and newer.
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System Tachometer System Speedometer
Power up: Each gauge will power up when the ignition is turned on. The
gauges will stay on as long as the ignition is on.
Lights: Adjusts the brightness and contrast of the gauge.
Buttons: The "MODE/SELECT" button is used for selecting information
screens. The "+" and "–" buttons are used for setting engine speed for troll
control, and setting gauge calibrations.
Troll control: Sets and controls the idle speed of the engine for trolling without
using the throttle.
Engine Guardian System: Monitors the critical sensors on the engine for any
early indication of problems. The system will respond to a problem by reducing
engine speed and alerting the operator to a potentially damaging situation.
Warning system: The system sounds the warning horn and displays the
warning with descriptive text or a fault code.
IMPORTANT: Optional sensors such as depth, fuel, paddle wheel, and steering
angle, should always be connected to the starboard engine when using
SmartCraft gauges version 4.0 or later.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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PRODUCTS WITH EMISSIONS CONTROL
After the ignition is turned on, the tachometer will display the name of the
gauge and the version of the software for approximately two seconds. In the
upper left‑hand corner of the display, a small engine icon will also be visible.
The engine icon indicates the power package has emissions control onboard
diagnostics, also known as OBD. The icon will only be seen during the key up
process unless a system fault is detected. When a fault is detected, the OBD
icon will be displayed in the upper left‑hand corner on all system screens.
a - OBD icon
b - Software version
Alarm Warnings with Descriptive Text
Descriptive text alarm warning screens are displayed with 2007 and newer
engines.
a - Display screen
b - Engine Guardian System
c - Alarm signal
When a problem is detected, the name of the offending alarm appears on the
display.
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If the problem can cause immediate engine damage, the Engine Guardian
System will respond to the problem by limiting engine power. Immediately
reduce the throttle speed and refer to the warning messages on the following
pages. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for further
explanation of the problem and the correct action to take.
When a problem is detected, "SYS FAULT" screen will flash and the display will
show the fault location and information.
If the "MODE/SELECT" button is pressed to display a different screen, the
flashing alarm signal "AL" will appear in the upper‑right corner to indicate there
still is a problem.
Alarm Warning with Descriptive Text
[ SHOW ]
SYS FAULT
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The "SYS FAULT" flashing screen appears
when there is a problem in the system.
The screen will alternately flash the text in
the top half of the screen, and in the
bottom half of the screen.
[MORE ]
STBD
[EXIT]
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[NEXT]
The text displays the fault location
("STBD," "PORT," "HELM 1," "HELM 2")
and will flash the following screen with a
general description of the fault.
[MORE ]
<FAULT COMPONENT>
[EXIT]
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[NEXT]
The scrolling text displays a general
description of the fault and will flash the
previous screen. The flashing screens will
continue until "NEXT" is selected. "MORE"
displays a detailed description of the fault.
[ACTION ]
<FAULT DESCRIPTION>
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[EXIT] [NEXT]
The scrolling text displays a detailed
description of the fault. "NEXT" displays
the next fault. "ACTION" displays the
corrective action.
[BACK ]
<CORRECTIVE ACTION>
[EXIT]
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[NEXT]
The corrective action for the fault is
displayed. "NEXT" displays the next fault.
"BACK" returns to the previous screen.
EMISSION CONTROL FAULTS WITH DESCRIPTIVE TEXT
When a problem is detected with the emission control system, the screen will
flash between an engine icon that shows the text "OBD SERVICE SOON" and
the system fault screen. These two screens will flash and then display the fault.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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If the problem can cause immediate engine damage, the Engine Guardian
System will respond to the problem by limiting engine power. Immediately
reduce the throttle speed and refer to the warning messages on the following
pages. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for further
explanation of the problem and the correct action to take.
The alarm message will remain displayed until the "EXIT" button is pressed.
If the "MODE/SELECT" button is pressed to display a different screen, the
engine emission fault alarm icon will appear in the upper left‑hand corner. The
engine icon will be visible on all screens. A servicing dealer must diagnose the
emission control faults and correct the problem prior to the next use of the
vessel.
Emission Control Faults With Descriptive Text
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OBD SERVICE SOON
An engine icon will appear in the middle of
the screen with text stating "OBD
SERVICE SOON." The screen will flash to
the "SYS FAULT" screen approximately
every three seconds.
[MORE ]
STBD
[EXIT]
58124
[NEXT]
The text displays the fault location
("STBD," "PORT," "HELM 1," HELM 2")
and will flash the following screen with a
general description of the fault.
[MORE ]
<FAULT COMPONENT>
[EXIT]
58125
[NEXT]
The scrolling text displays a general
description of the fault and will flash the
previous screen. The flashing screens will
continue until "NEXT" is selected. "MORE"
displays a detailed description of the fault.
[ACTION ]
<FAULT DESCRIPTION>
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[EXIT] [NEXT]
The scrolling text displays a detailed
description of the fault. "NEXT" displays
the next fault. "ACTION" displays the
corrective action.
[BACK ]
<CORRECTIVE ACTION>
[EXIT]
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[NEXT]
The corrective action for the fault is
displayed. "NEXT" displays the next fault.
"BACK" returns to the previous screen.
Alarm Warnings with Universal Codes
Universal fault codes are only available on specific Outboard and MerCruiser
products produced 2015 and newer.
When a problem is detected, the name of the offending alarm appears on the
display.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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If the problem can cause immediate engine damage, the Engine Guardian
System will respond to the problem by limiting engine power. Immediately
reduce the throttle speed and refer to the warning messages on the following
pages. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for further
explanation of the problem and the correct action to take.
When a problem is detected, "SYS FAULT" screen will flash and the display will
show the fault location and information.
If the "MODE/SELECT" button is pressed to display a different screen, the
flashing alarm signal "AL" will appear in the upper‑right corner to indicate there
still is a problem.
Alarm Warning with Universal Codes
[ SHOW ]
SYS FAULT
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The "SYS FAULT" flashing screen appears
when there is a problem in the system.
The screen will alternately flash the text at
the top half of the screen, and at the
bottom half of the screen.
[MORE ]
STBD
[EXIT]
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The text displays the fault location
("STBD," "PORT," "HELM 1," "HELM 2").
When there is more than one fault location,
the text will scroll. "MORE" displays the
fault code.
[NEXT ]
621-25
[EXIT]
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The fault is displayed as a numerical code.
The code description is listed in the
operation manual included with the
product. When there is more than one
code, "NEXT" displays the sequential fault
code.
Master Reset
Returns the gauge to the factory defaults through the Master Reset command.
IMPORTANT: Performing a Master Reset will reset the unit to the factory
defaults, thus eliminating any installation settings and calibrations performed
during set up of product.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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Press the "‑" and "+" buttons simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds
(until the graphic bars collide) to restore the unit to factory default settings.
Press the "MODE/SELECT" button to confirm.
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MASTERRESET
MASTERRESET
ERASE CALIBRATION !
PRESS MODE/SELECT TO CONFIRM
Descriptive Fault Text Warning Display Screens
When a problem is detected with the engine, the warning display screens will
alert the operator to the potential problem. Refer to the Operation and
Maintenance Manual for an explanation of the problem and the correct action
to take.
PROBLEM TACHOMETER DISPLAY SPEEDOMETER
DISPLAY
BATTERY ×
ENGINE DATA BUS ×
FAULT ‑ HORN ×
FAULT ‑ IGNITION ×
FAULT ‑ INJECTOR ×
FAULT ‑ OIL PUMP ×
FAULT ‑ SENSOR ×
FAULT ‑ WATER TEMP ×
LOW FUEL ×
LOW OIL ×
FAULT ‑ OIL TEMP ×
OIL PSI ×
OVERHEAT ×
OVERSPEED ×
FAULT ‑ OIL PRESSURE ×
RESERVE OIL ×
SYSTEM FAULT –
OBD SERVICE SOON ×
WATER IN FUEL ×
FAULT ‑ MAP ×
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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