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For those of you who added a power/toggle switch for the module box on the Livescope system could you share what you used (pics would be great) and any pro/cons. For reference I am hooking up on a 1648 War Eagle with no console so its going to need to be up front in some capacity with everything else.
I don't use a toggle on my system and so far I don't see a need to. I have a small 35AH AGM battery up front that I use for both my Echomap Ultra 122 unit and the Livescope black box and transducer. The system draws very little current when turned off. I've checked my voltage for this system even after 3 weeks of not using Livescope and seen a minimum drop in voltage, in the 0.2 volts range at the most after 3 weeks.
This would be a good time to consider a Perko disconnect switch ...
It would “switch” the LiveScope ... and add a layer of protection for your boat by being able to disconnect power completely from the boat when not in use ...
Rickie
What about just flipping the breaker?
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Generally speaking, a breaker is not designed for continuous switching use. Can it be done? Sure, but its not recommended.
You could do that and it would work, but I wouldn’t recommend it for this reason. Breakers have a spring to cause them to open when the bimetallic gets overheated then spring is released to trip. You start tripping and resetting it’s going to cause internal wear and weaken parts which could cause premature tripping over time. And if I’m not mistake they recommend not using them for a switch.Quote:
Originally Posted by brettw
After reading Roy's comment I may just see how it goes without using one at all to start. I can always add one later if need be. Now I just need to find some time to get this thing completely installed!!
Or better yet, Charlie, my mom and dad are about to head this way from Olive Branch so I can have them just swing by and pick you up. I am pretty sure you could have it all completed by this afternoon!!:Rofl
If they could have me back by morning I might just jump in and come up there. Guarantee we would have it up and running ��Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluesraider
Just bought this battery shut off switch off Ebay for $16, it should work.
Here’s what I’m using...the blue indicated switch controls power to the LS black box which is mounted inside the Craftsman box. If I’m going to make a long run across the lake, or if I’m going to sit at the console and sidescan with my HB Helix, I’ll flip that switch off so I’m not draining the battery on my portable LS. When I’m ready to use the LS again, I flip the switch back on and I’m back online with 15-30 seconds max. I bought that 12V switch/USB/battery meter cluster on Amazon for under $20, and it works great. From some of the reviews I read prior to my purchase, guys are using it in fixed marine applications as well without issue.
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I used a 15 amp rocker switch from academy sports. 7 bucks.
Your black box won’t power up until it gets a signal from the depthfinder.
I bought two of these. I use one for my trolling motor and one on the other side coming off of my power battery. Works perfect.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bigby
If you have oreilys near by, you can go and borrow one of their lug crimping tools to put lugs on everything to have a good connection. I ended up just buying one off Amazon the second time. I use it occasionally.
My black box draws power even with unit turned off