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Each boat will be equipped with either a Multi-Function gauge, a Video Display (VDIG) gauge, or a BIG

(Boat Instrument Gauge). These gauges are programmed to perform multiple scans, read-outs and readings
for the operator. Because they are more complex than a single-action gauge, it is important for the boat
operator to carefully review the functionality prior to first-time operation. The display information can be
critical to safe and enjoyable operation of the boat!

Multi-Function Gauge

(ProStar 190, ProStar 197, X-7, X-1, base MariStar models only)

This gauge provides several functions of interest and support to the boater. As a

tachometer,

it indicates

the engine speed in crankshaft revolutions per minute (RPM).
As you toggle to the

hourmeter,

it registers the accumulated engine operating time. Use the hourmeter to

keep accurate logs for scheduled maintenance. (See also the Maintenance Section and Service Log.) Replacing
the computer (known as the MMDC) will erase the registered hours. The hourmeter counts hours only when
the engine is above 300 rpm.

The option exists to change the display to metric from the hours screen. This is done by holding down

the gauge selection display button for three (3) seconds. When prompted, select English or metric display.
Wait an additional three (3) seconds and the display will return to normal operation.

Toggle to the

air temperature gauge

(optional) to get an approximate reading of the ambient air tem-

perature above the water’s surface.

Toggle to the

clock

for the convenience of determining the time. It can be adjusted by depressing the

gauge selection display button when the clock is displayed. After three (3) seconds the colon will stop flash-
ing. The hours are adjusted by pressing the button down, while minutes are adjusted by pressing up. After
three (3) additional seconds the clock will return to normal operation.

Alarms of the Multi-Function Gauge

In addition to the displays noted above, the multi-function gauge also displays several alarms. The follow-

ing messages will be displayed if an alarm occurs:
VOLT =

Voltage falls below 11.5 volts.

This message indicates that the battery has discharged to an

extent that may jeopardize engine cranking and starting if action is not taken. Start the engine to
at least idle, and allow the battery to re-charge.

OIL =

Oil pressure is below 4 p.s.i. when the RPM is below 1000 RPM or the oil pressure is below

10 p.s.i. and above 1000 RPM.

This message will occur only when the engine is running. Stop the

engine and check the oil level as soon as this can be safely done.

TEMP =

High engine temperature alarm.

This message will occur only when the engine is running. If the

engine does not automatically reduce speed to the “limp home” level, manually reduce speed and
return to the dock as soon as this can be safely done. It may be necessary to shut down the engine
and seek a tow to the dock.

TRAN =

Transmission alarm

. This message will occur only when the engine is running. Stop the engine

and check the transmission oil level as soon as this can be safely done.

While air temperature readings are an optional addition to the gauge, the lake temperature reading is

standard on the gauge. This comes from the paddle wheel located under the boat. If the sensor becomes open
or shorts out in the line to the battery, it will read 32 degrees F. If the sensor is shorted to the ground wire,
it will read 150 degrees F. The SELF TEST feature of the multi-function gauge is located on the lake tempera-
ture gauge. With the lake temperature displayed, hold down the gauge selection display button for three (3)
seconds or until the self test has started. During the self-test, all the segments on the display will light up.
Also during the self test, the gauges will re-set, go to mid-scale and then to full-scale. After two (2) sweeps the
system will return to normal.

Video Display Gauge

(Standard on X-Star, X-2, X-14, X-14V, X-15, X-25, X-35, X-45, X-55, X-80, MariStar 280; Optional on

MariStar 200, MariStar 225, MariStar 235, MariStar 245, MariStar 255, MariStar 280, ProStar 214

and ProStar 214-V)

    Many MasterCraft boats feature a color display gauge. The video display gauge is capable of displaying  engine,
boat, and Perfect Pass speed control information.
    Information is divided into manageable pages or screens and organized into a straightforward menu struc-
ture for presentation to the driver. Display controls, conveniently located along the bottom of the gauge, allow
rapid navigation of the menu structure to display any desired information.

Display navigation is intuitive. Pressing the

MENU

button brings up a display of the available information

organized and illustrated as file tabs with each tab representing a screen of information. Repeatedly pressing
the

MENU

button shuffles the tabs to bring a new tab to the top of the stack. Pressing the

SELECT

button

initiates the screen represented by the tab on the top of the stack.

The system anticipates the need to display information and automatically brings up certain screens when

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