Blok kadłubowy (Panoptix LiveScope™ LVS32-TH)

The Garmin fairing block (010-12928-02) is a mounting accessory specifically designed for the Panoptix LiveScope™ LVS32-TH through-hull transducer. Its primary function is to compensate for the deadrise angle of your boat, ensuring the transducer is installed parallel to the waterline. This optimizes LiveScope system performance by ensuring precise sonar beam positioning.

This fairing block is specifically designed for the Garmin Panoptix LiveScope™ LVS32-TH through-hull transducer. It is not intended for use with other transducer models.

Installing a fairing block is recommended when the deadrise angle at the mounting point of the transducer on your boat exceeds 5°. It allows positioning the transducer parallel to the waterline for improved sonar accuracy.

The deadrise angle is the angle formed between a horizontal line and the hull of your boat at a given point. You can measure it using a smartphone app, an angle finder, a protractor, or a digital level. You can also ask your boat manufacturer for the deadrise angle specific to the mounting point you are considering.

The fairing block can be cut to correct a keel angle. The maximum cutting angle of the fairing block is 25°.

To cut and shape the fairing block, you will need the following tools:

A bandsaw or table sawA rasp or power tool for shapingSafety goggles, hearing protection, and a dust mask are also recommended for your safety.

To cut the fairing block:

Secure the block to a wooden piece that will serve as a cutting guide. Measure the keel angle of the hull at the mounting point. Tilt your table saw blade to match this angle and secure the cutting guide. Position the fairing block on the table so that the cutting guide rests against the guide and the angle matches that of the hull. Adjust the cutting guide so that the block has a minimum thickness of 2 mm (1/16 in) after cutting. Cut the block. Use a file or an electric tool to shape the block to precisely fit the hull.

By correcting the keel angle, the fairing block ensures that the LiveScope LVS32-TH transducer beam is oriented correctly, i.e., parallel to the waterline. This allows for detailed and accurate real-time sonar images, whether in LiveScope Forward or LiveScope Down mode, and fully leverages the AHRS stabilization integrated into the transducer, providing a steady view even in rough seas.

The fairing block (010-12928-02) is a mounting accessory sold separately from the Panoptix LiveScope™ LVS32-TH transducer. It must be purchased as an additional item if required by your installation.

Yes, it is possible to install the LVS32-TH transducer without the fairing block if the keel angle of your boat at the mounting point does not exceed 5°. However, if the angle is greater than 5°, using the block is strongly recommended to optimize sonar performance and accuracy.

The Panoptix LiveScope™ LVS32-TH transducer operates on a frequency range of 530 to 1,100 kHz and has a power output of 500W.

The LiveScope system, used with the LVS32-TH transducer, provides a maximum detection depth of 61 meters (200 feet) in Forward mode.

Yes, the fairing block can be used with different hull types, including fiberglass (with or without core), metal, and wood. The installation instructions provide specific details for fiberglass hulls (with or without core) and include adaptability for other materials by following mounting principles.

When selecting the installation location, it is important to:

Mount the transducer in an area where it will not be shaken during launching, towing, or storage.Avoid areas behind frames, struts, fittings, water discharge outlets, or other through-hull transducers that could create air bubbles or turbulence.Choose a location without internal bulkheads or longitudinals that could obstruct the clear surface for the fairing block.Mount the transducer as close as possible to the boat's centerline.

Yes, the use of marine sealant is mandatory. It must be applied around the base of the transducer stem and the anti-rotation bolt, as well as on the surfaces of the fairing block and the backing block that will come into contact with the hull. This ensures a perfect watertight seal and prevents water infiltration.

To ensure proper watertightness on a fiberglass hull with a core:

Carefully cut and seal the exposed core with epoxy after drilling the holes.Apply marine sealant around the base of the transducer’s stem and the anti-rotation bolt on the transducer.Apply marine sealant to the face of the fairing block that will contact the hull.Apply marine sealant to the face of the backing block that will contact the inner hull.Remove any excess sealant from the exterior before it cures to ensure smooth water flow.

Yes, indirectly. By ensuring the transducer is correctly positioned parallel to the waterline, the fairing block allows the AHRS (Attitude Heading Reference System) integrated into the LVS32-TH transducer to operate optimally. This helps maintain a stable and consistent sonar view, even when the boat pitches or rolls.

Yes, the remaining section of the fairing block after cutting must be used as a backing block inside the hull. This is an integral part of the mounting process to secure the transducer.

After cutting the fairing block to match the keel angle of your hull, it must maintain a minimum thickness of 2 mm (1/16 in).

Installing the LVS32-TH transducer parallel to the waterline using the fairing block is critical for several reasons:

Sonar accuracy: This ensures the sonar beam is projected correctly into the water, maximizing LiveScope image clarity and precision.Optimal coverage: Proper alignment guarantees the intended scan area (Forward or Down) without distortion from an incorrect angle.AHRS performance: Enables the transducer's AHRS stabilization system to operate effectively, providing a stable view even in motion.Interference avoidance: Reduces the risk of the hull itself interfering with the sonar beam, especially on boats with a pronounced keel angle.