7PrefacePurposeRaymarine DSM300 Digital Sounder Modules provide echo sounder data that canbe displayed on Raymarine E Series, C Series, and hsb2 PLUS (Pathfinder) Seriesdisplay units. This handbook describes operating the DSM300 with hsb2 PLUSSeries displays. Instructions for using the DSM300 with E Series and C Seriesdisplays are available in the handbooks for those products. The DSM300 will notwork with older HSB (non-PLUS) displays.DSM300 Digital Sounder Modules are intended for recreational depth finding andfishfinding purposes. Echo sounder systems require an appropriate Raymarinetransducer unit and inter-connecting cable.To obtain the best results in DSM300 operation and performance, please read thishandbook thoroughly. Raymarine’s Technical Services representatives or yourlocal dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have.SAFETY NOTICEThis equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with theinstructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so can result in personal injuryand/or navigational inaccuracies. In particular:CAUTION: High VoltageThe DSM300 contains high voltages. Adjustments require specialized serviceprocedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians – there are nouser serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove thecover or attempt to service the equipment.CAUTION: Transducer CableRemoving the transducer cable from the rear of the DSM300 while the soundermodule is powered on can cause sparks. Only remove the transducer cable afterpower has been removed from the DSM300. As with any electronic device, besure the sounder module is mounted where it is well ventilated and free fromgasoline fumes.If the transducer cable is accidentally removed while the DSM300 is powered on,remove power from the sounder module, replace the transducer cable, and thenreturn power to the module. As a safety feature, the DSM300 only recognizes thatthe transducer is connected at power-up.