Mercury 877775A Series User manual
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877775A_
DTS DUAL CONSOLE REMOTE CONTROL
WITH CAN TRACKPAD
NOTICE
After completing installation, these instructions should be placed with the product for the owner's
future use.
NOTICE
This document is written to aid our dealers and company service personnel in the proper installation
or service of our products. Persons who are not familiar with these or similar products produced
by Mercury Marine, and who have not been trained in the recommended servicing or installation
procedures should have the work performed by an authorized Mercury Marine dealer technician.
Improper installation or servicing of the Mercury product could result in damage to the product or
personal injury to the installer or persons operating the product.
Notice
This Product Requires Electronic Calibration Before Use.
Installation of this product will require electronic calibration. This calibration must not be attempted
by anyone other than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or a Mercury technician trained
in Digital Throttle and Shift systems (DTS) at an authorized Mercury dealership. Improper installation
and calibration of the DTS product will result in a system which is inoperable or unsafe for use.
Components Contained in Kit
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5
6
7
8
9
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Ref. Qty. Description Part Number
1 1 Electronic Remote Control (ERC) NSS
2 2 Cover - with gasket 877752A1
3 1 Lanyard switch kit NSS
4 4 Screw - M4 x 20 10-877754
5 4 Screw - M6 x 40 10-40088-40
6 4 Washer 12-40023-16
7 4 Nut - M6, Nylon insert 11-40138-6
8 1 Wrench - Allen 2.5 mm NSS
9 1 Wrench - Allen 5 mm NSS
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Remote Control Installation
Required Mounting Clearances for DTS Dual Handle Control with CAN Trackpad
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a - Hand clearance
Locating and Drilling Mounting Area for DTS Single/Dual Handle Console Control
1. Locate area of boat where the remote control is to be mounted. Allow sufficient
clearance for handle movement and clearance for the wiring.
2. Select the correct template for mounting application.
3. Place template over mounting area; cut and drill as instructed on template.
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IMPORTANT: After cutting mounting area, make sure opening is free of sharp edges.
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a - Template
Installing the Dual Console Control with CAN Trackpad
1. Ensure the opening is free of sharp edges.
2. Route the wiring for the remote control into opening.
3606
3. Insert the bayonet ends of the two lever harnesses into bracket holes. This will prevent
connectors from pulling out.
4. Ensure the trackpad connector is sealed with a weather cap.
5. Connect the CAN trackpad connector to a junction box.
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IMPORTANT: Allow slack in the trim button harness going to the control handle. This
harness will flex and move during control handle movement.
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cd
e
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a
f
g
h
a - Bayonet ends
b - Trim button harness
c - Blue paint dot
d - Yellow paint dot
e - Starboard engine
f - Port engine
g - Weather cap
h - CAN trackpad connection
6. Place the remote control into the opening.
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+
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TROLL
TRANSFER
SYNC
THROTTLE
ONLY
DOCK
1 LEVER
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7. Fasten the remote control with four M6 x 40 screws.
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b
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+
-
TROLL
TRANSFER
SYNC
THROTTLE
ONLY
DOCK
1 LEVER
a - Mounting Screw (4) M6 x 40
b - Washer
c - Nut - nylon insert
! CAUTION
Do not turn control handle tension adjustment screw clockwise more than 11 turns from
the initial point of hex head contact with bracket. Damage to the module may occur.
! CAUTION
Do not turn detent tension adjustment screw clockwise more than 11 turns from full out
position. Damage to the module may occur.
8. Control handle tension adjustment screw – This screw can be adjusted to increase
or decrease the overall effort to move the control handle. This will help prevent the
handle from unwanted motion in rough water. Turn screw towards "+" to increase
tension or towards "–" to decrease tension.
9. Detent tension adjustment screw – This screw can be adjusted to increase or
decrease the effort to move control handle into or out of detent position. Turn screw
towards "+" to increase tension or towards "–" to decrease tension.
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ab
a - Detent tension adjustment b - Control handle tension adjustment
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10. Install the side cover with attaching screws.
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b
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A
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+
-
TROLL
TRANSFER
SYNC
THROTTLE
ONLY
DOCK
1 LEVER
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a - Side cover (2) b - Attaching screws (4) M4 x 20
Dual Console Control with CAN Trackpad Features and Operation
Dual Handle Console Control with CAN Trackpad Features and Operation
1. Operation of shift and throttle is controlled by the movement of the control handle.
Push the control handle forward from neutral to the first detent for forward gear.
Continue pushing the handle forward to increase speed. Pull the control handle back
from neutral to the first detent for reverse gear. Continue pulling the handle back to
increase speed.
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2. Trim switch (if equipped) - Pressing the trim switch allows the engine to trim up and
down.
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SYNC
THROTTLE
ONLY
+
-
TROLL
TRANSFER
DOCK
1 LEVER
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3. Neutral lights - The neutral lights illuminate when the engine is in neutral gear position.
The lights will flash when the engine is in throttle only mode.
NOTE: Gear position is determined by the position of the shift actuator on the engine,
not the position of the control handle.
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4. Troll button - Pressing the "TROLL" button activates troll control. The troll control
feature allows the boat operator to set the engine speed for slow speed cruising or
maneuvering. To activate, move the control handles into forward detent and press
the button. Use the - or + buttons to decrease or increase speed, up to a maximum
of 1000 RPM. If troll control is set at a desired speed and then shut off, the system
remembers the set speed and will return to that speed when re-engaged. To turn off
the troll control press the "TROLL" button, move the throttle to a different speed, or
shift the engine into neutral.
5. Transfer button - Pressing the "TRANSFER" button allows engine operation to be
transferred from a different helm. Refer to Helm Transfer.
6. Dock button - Pressing the "DOCK" button initiates docking mode. Docking mode
reduces throttle capacity to approximately 50% of normal throttle. To turn off docking
mode, shift the engine into neutral and press the "DOCK" button.
7. Throttle only button - Allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm-up,
without shifting the engine into gear. To engage throttle only, move the control handle
into the neutral position. Press the throttle only button and move the control handle
ahead to the forward detent. The horn will sound once and the neutral light will start
flashing. The horn will sound twice when throttle only is engaged. Advance throttle to
increase engine RPM. To disengage, return control handle to neutral position and
press the throttle only button. Engine RPM is limited to prevent engine damage.
8. 1 lever button - Pressing the "1 LEVER" button initiates single lever mode. Single
lever mode enables the throttle and shift functions of both engines to be controlled by
the port control handle. To turn off single lever mode, shift the engine into neutral and
press the "1 LEVER" button.
9. Sync button - Pressing the "SYNC" button turns off or on the auto synchronization
feature. Refer to Synchronizing Engines.
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SYNC
1 LEVER
NEUTRAL
TROLL
THROTTLE
ONLY
DOCK
TRANSFER
+
-
a
b
c
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a - Neutral LEDS
b - Troll button
c - Transfer button
d - Dock button
e - Throttle only
f - 1 lever button
g - Sync button
10. Control handle tension adjustment screw - This screw can be adjusted to increase or
decrease the tension on the control handle (cover must be removed). This will help
prevent unwanted motion of the handle in rough water. Turn the screw clockwise to
increase tension and counterclockwise to decrease tension. Adjust to tension desired.
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11. Detent tension adjustment screw - This screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease
the effort to move control handle out of detent positions (cover must be removed).
Turning the screw clockwise will increase tension. Adjust to tension desired.
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a - Detent tension adjustment screw b - Control handle tension adjustment
screw
Synchronizing Engines
The auto synchronizing feature, when engaged, will automatically adjust all engine
speeds to match the speed of the starboard engine.
Press the "SYNC" button on the CAN trackpad to turn auto synchronization on or off.
When the sync LED is yellow, the "SYNC" button has been pressed, but the conditions
are not right for auto synchronization to engage. When the sync LED turns red, engine
synchronization has been engaged. The engines will remain synchronized as long as
engine speed is over 900 RPM for two seconds, remote control handles are positioned
within 10% of each other, and the engines are below 95% throttle opening.
To disengage the auto synchronization feature, press the "SYNC" button.
SYNC
1 LEVER
NEUTRAL
TROLL
THROTTLE
ONLY
DOCK
TRANSFER
+
-
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Helm Transfer
! WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. The boat operator should never
leave the active station while engine is in gear. Helm transfer should only be attempted
while both stations are manned. One person helm transfer should only be performed
while engine is in neutral.
NOTE: Neutral position is preferred when doing a station transfer. If conditions do not
allow the remote control to be placed in the neutral position, a helm transfer can be done
while in gear.
The helm transfer function allows the boat operator to select which helm is in control of
engine operation. Pressing the "TRANSFER" button two times allows engine control to
be transferred to a new helm. When a helm transfer is initiated, the control will
automatically start adjusting engine RPM and gear position to match the control handle
setting at the new helm. Adjust the control handles to the desired throttle and gear
position.
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Once the "TRANSFER" button is pressed, the transfer LED will light up and one beep will
sound. Press the "TRANSFER" button again to complete the helm transformation. When
helm transformation is complete, another beep will sound and the transfer LED will turn
off.
NOTE: There is a 10 second time frame to complete a helm transfer. If the helm transfer
is not completed, the action will be cancelled and a double beep will sound. Pressing the
"TRANSFER" button again will re-initiate a helm transfer.
SYNC
1 LEVER
NEUTRAL
TROLL
THROTTLE
ONLY
DOCK
TRANSFER
+
-
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SYNCHRONIZING HELMS PRIOR TO TRANSFER
Pressing the "TRANSFER" button allows the boat operator 10 seconds to match up the
control handle settings at the new helm with the handle settings that are at the old (to be
inactive) helm. If the handles are not matched, the neutral lights will flash. The light blinks
faster as the handles are nearing match position. Once the light stays on continuously,
the handles are matched and the button can be pressed again to complete the transfer.
This completes the transfer process, and gives control to the new station. If the helm
transfer is not completed within 10 seconds, the action will be cancelled.
Helm Calibration with the Computer Diagnostic System
CDS Connection to the Helm
Computer Diagnostic System (CDS) Order through SPX
4520
Monitors all electrical systems for proper function,
diagnostics, and calibration purposes. For additional
information, pricing, or to order the Computer Diagnostic
System contact:
SPX Corporation
28635 Mound Rd.
Warren, MI 48092
or call:
USA - 1-800-345-2233
Canada - 800-345-2233
Europe - 49 6182 959 149
Australia - (03) 9544-6222
1. Connect the CAN 1 diagnostic cable between the junction box and the CDS
SmartComms box.
Can 1 Diagnostic Cable 84-892663
4680
Connects into a junction box or male to male adapter cable
for Command Module configuration. Not for use with DDT.
2. Connect the SmartComms box to the CDS tool.
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DTS System Calibration - Non-Shadow Mode Applications
1. Connect the CDS tool to the junction box.
2. Ensure that the ignition key switch is in the "RUN" position, and that the CDS tool is
communicating with the command module.
NOTE: If the red Mercury SmartComm icon is flashing, the system cannot establish a
connection with the SmartComm interface box. If the yellow Mercury SmartComm icon
is flashing, the SmartComm interface box is detected, but communication with the
command module cannot be established. Check the connections, and ensure the ignition
key is turned on.
3. Click on the Engine Select button to enter engine information. To calibrate the
command module:
a. Set the make to "GENERIC".
b. Set the model to "DTS Command Module".
c. Enter the number of engines.
d. Enter the engine serial number and click the OK button.
4. If necessary, click on the Toolbox button. Click on the Calibration and System Info
button.
NOTE: A command module city ID will appear in the helm 1 starboard outside location.
This is the default factory setting for all command modules regardless of engine helm
configuration.
DTS VESSEL CONFIGURATION
IMPORTANT: The DTS vessel configuration sets the location of each command module
connected to the DTS system. A vessel configuration must be completed on any DTS
installation regardless of the number of engines.
1. Click on the "DTS Vessel Configuration" tab.
2. Select the number of engines and helms. Press the "Next" button.
3. Ensure the ignition key switch for all engines are in the "RUN" position and the control
handles are in the neutral position. Press the "Next" button.
4. If there are multiple helms, select the helm and lever location to be configured. Move
the selected control handle to the reverse wide open throttle (RWOT) position. Press
the "Next" button.
5. After all handles have been adapted press the "Finished" button.
6. Turn the ignition key switch to the "OFF" position for all engines and return all control
handles to the neutral position. Press the "Next" button.
7. DTS Vessel Configuration is now complete.
DTS HANDLE ADAPTATION
1. Click on the "DTS Handle Adaptation" tab.
2. Select the number of engines and helms. Press the "Next" button.
3. Ensure the ignition key switch for all engines are in the "RUN" position and the control
handles are in the neutral position. Press the "Next" button.
4. Select the ERC type. If a foot throttle is installed, click the "Foot Throttle Installed"
box.
NOTE: In a dual console application, the "Console, port handle" and "Console, starboard
handle" will need to be selected individually.
5. Select the shift polarity. Normal is standard right hand rotation (clockwise), reverse is
left hand rotation (counterclockwise).
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