HUMMINBIRD 858c DI Combo Color GPS Fishing System Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Humminbird
Table of Contents
- 858c DI Combo Color GPS Fishing System
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- How Sonar Works
- DualBeam PLUSTM Sonar (858c, 898c SI, 958c, 998c SI)
- QuadraBeam PLUSTM Sonar (optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM
- Universal Sonar 2
- How GPS and Cartography Work
- Fishing System Configuration
- Accessory Bus
- Video-Out and RS 232 Connectors
- Control Head Installation
- Gimbal Mounting the Control Head
- Connecting the Control Head Power Cable to the Boat
- 858c & 958c Inside the Hull Transducer Installation
- DualBeam PLUSTM Transducer, XNT 9 20 T (858c and 958c
858c DI Combo Color GPS Fishing System
Product Information
This product is an electronic chart designed to aid navigation
by facilitating the use of authorized government charts. It should
not be used as a replacement for official government charts and
notices to mariners, which contain all the necessary information
for safe navigation. The captain is responsible for the prudent use
of this device.
It is important to note that this device should not be relied
upon as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat
damage, or personal injury. Water depth can change rapidly while
the boat is in motion, and there may not be enough time to react.
Always operate the boat at very slow speeds if there is a suspicion
of shallow water or submerged objects.
Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be
performed by authorized service personnel. Unauthorized individuals
attempting to modify the serial number or repair the original
equipment or accessories will void the warranty.
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm. Take necessary
precautions while handling and using the product.
It is recommended to remove the unit cover before traveling at
speeds above 20 mph to avoid any potential damage. High-speed
travel with the cover installed may compromise the unit’s
functionality.
Please note that some features discussed in the manual may
require a separate purchase, and certain features are only
available on international models. Carefully read the manual to
fully understand your model’s capabilities.
For a list of authorized international distributors, visit our
website at www.humminbird.com or contact our
Customer Resource Center at
334-687-6613.
Product Usage Instructions
How Sonar Works
To understand how sonar works, refer to the relevant section in
the manual.
DualBeam PLUSTM Sonar (858c, 898c SI, 958c, 998c SI)
For information on DualBeam PLUSTM Sonar, refer to the relevant
section in the manual.
QuadraBeam PLUSTM Sonar (optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM
transducer only)
If you have purchased the optional QuadraBeam PLUSTM transducer,
refer to the relevant section in the manual for instructions on
using QuadraBeam PLUSTM Sonar.
Universal Sonar 2
To understand how to use Universal Sonar 2, refer to the
relevant section in the manual.
How GPS and Cartography Work
To learn about the functioning of GPS and cartography on this
device, refer to the relevant section in the manual.
Fishing System Configuration
For instructions on configuring the fishing system, please refer
to the relevant section in the manual.
Accessory Bus
Information on the accessory bus can be found in the
corresponding section of the manual.
Video-Out and RS 232 Connectors
To understand how to use the video-out and RS 232 connectors,
please refer to the relevant section in the manual.
Installation Overview
Control Head Installation
Refer to the installation instructions provided in the manual
for guidance on installing the control head.
Gimbal Mounting the Control Head
Follow the instructions in the manual for proper gimbal mounting
of the control head.
Connecting the Control Head Power Cable to the Boat
Instructions on how to connect the control head power cable to
the boat can be found in the manual.
Transducer Installation Overview
858c & 958c Inside the Hull Transducer Installation
For information on installing the inside the hull transducer for
the 858c and 958c models, please refer to the relevant section in
the manual.
DualBeam PLUSTM Transducer, XNT 9 20 T (858c and 958c
only)
To install the DualBeam PLUSTM transducer, XNT 9 20 T, on the
858c and 958c models, follow the instructions provided in the
manual.
Thank You!
Thank you for choosing Humminbird®, America’s #1 name in fishfinders.
Humminbird® has built its reputation by designing and manufacturing top-
quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your Humminbird® is designed
for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. In the unlikely
event that your Humminbird® does require repairs, we offer an exclusive
Service Policy – free of charge during the first year after purchase, and
available at a reasonable rate after the one-year period. For complete
details, see the Warranty section in this manual. We encourage you to read
this installation and operations manual carefully in order to get full benefit
from all the features and applications of your Humminbird® product.
Contact our Customer Resource Center at either
1-800-633-1468 or visit our web site at
humminbird.com.
WARNING! This electronic chart is an aid to navigation designed to facilitate
the use of authorized government charts, not to replace them. Only official
government charts and notices to mariners contain all of the current
information needed for the safety of navigation, and the captain is
responsible for their prudent use.
WARNING! This device should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent
collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. When the boat is
moving, water depth may change too quickly to allow time for you to react.
Always operate the boat at very slow speeds if you suspect shallow water or
submerged objects.
WARNING! Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be
performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the serial
number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by
unauthorized individuals will void the warranty.
WARNING! This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.
WARNING! Do not travel at high speed with the unit cover installed. Remove the
unit cover before traveling at speeds above 20 mph.
NOTE: Some features discussed in this manual require a separate purchase, and
some features are only available on international models. Every effort has
been made to clearly identify those features. Please read the manual carefully
in order to understand the full capabilities of your model.
ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Products sold in the U.S. are not intended
for use in the international market. Humminbird® international units provide
international features and are designed to meet country and regional
regulations. Languages, maps, time zones, units of measurement, and warranty
are examples of features that are customized for Humminbird® international
units purchased through our authorized international distributors.
To obtain a list of authorized international distributors, please visit our
web site at www.humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at
334-687-6613.
XM WX® is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio and Weather to the
Power of X® is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights
reserved.
ProMapTM and LakeMaster® are trademarked by or registered trademarks of
Waypoint Technologies, Inc.
Navionics® Gold, HotMapsTM, and HotMapsTM Premium, Navionics® Classic Charts,
and PlatinumTM Cartography are trademarked by or registered trademarks of
Navionics®.
800 SeriesTM, 900 SeriesTM, Cannon®, CannonLinkTM, Contour XDTM, Down
ImagingTM, DualBeam PLUSTM, Fish ID+TM, HumminbirdPCTM, Humminbird®,
InterLinkTM, One-Touch® Zoom, QuadraBeam PLUSTM, RTSTM Window, Side Imaging®,
SmartCast®, SwitchFireTM, Structure ID®, Total Screen UpdateTM, UniMapTM,
WeatherSense®, WhiteLineTM, and X-PressTM Menu are trademarked by or
registered trademarks of Humminbird®.
© 2010 Humminbird®, Eufaula AL, USA. All rights reserved.
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Introduction
1
How Sonar Works ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..1
High Definition Side Imaging® Sonar (898c SI and 998c SI only)……………………………………..2
DualBeam PLUSTM Sonar (858c, 898c SI, 958c, 998c SI)………………………………………………….3
QuadraBeam PLUSTM Sonar (optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM transducer only) ……….3
Universal Sonar 2……………………………………………………………………………………………………….4
How GPS and Cartography Work ………………………………………………………………………………..4
Fishing System Configuration……………………………………………………………………………………..5
Accessory Bus …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5
Video-Out and RS 232 Connectors ………………………………………………………………………………6
Installation Overview
6
Control Head Installation
6
Gimbal Mounting the Control Head…………………………………………………………………………….7
Connecting the Control Head Power Cable to the Boat………………………………………………11
Transducer Installation Overview
12
858c & 958c Inside the Hull Transducer Installation
DualBeam PLUSTM Transducer, XNT 9 20 T (858c and 958c only)
24
Locating the transducer mounting location ………………………………………………………………24
Trial installation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….25
Routing the cable……………………………………………………………………………………………………..26
Permanently mounting the transducer ……………………………………………………………………..26
898c SI & 998c SI Transom Mount Transducer Installation
Side Imaging Transducer, XHS 9 HDSI 180T (898c SI or 998c SI only)
27
Overview ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….28
Locating transducer mounting location ……………………………………………………………………..28
Mounting the transducer bracket to the boat…………………………………………………………….29
Attaching the pivot to the transducer ……………………………………………………………………….30
Mounting the transducer pivot assembly to the bracket …………………………………………….30
Adjusting the running position of the transducer……………………………………………………….31
Routing the cable……………………………………………………………………………………………………..32
Testing the installation …………………………………………………………………………………………….33
858c & 958c Transom Mount Transducer Installation
DualBeam PLUSTM Transducer, XNT 9 20 T (858c and 958c only)
13
Overview ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13
Locating the transducer mounting location………………………………………………………………..14
Preparing the Mounting Location …………………………………………………………………………….15
Assembling the Transducer and Initial Mounting……………………………………………………….16
Routing the Cable ……………………………………………………………………………………………………20
Test and Finish the Installation………………………………………………………………………………….21
Locking Down the Transducer (Optional)……………………………………………………………………23
Trolling Motor Transducer Installation
33
Trolling Motor Transducer Options …………………………………………………………………………….33
Test and Finish the Transducer Installation ………………………………………………………………..33
GPS Receiver Installation Overview
34
Stem Mounting with an Existing 1″ – 14 Thread Stem………………………………………………..35
Access Under Mounting Location …………………………………………………………………………….36
No Access Under Mounting Location ……………………………………………………………………….36
Finish Routing the Cable and Check GPS Receiver Operation……………………………………..37
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Testing the System Installation
38
Sonar Bottom Presentation……………………………………………………………………………………….47
Power On the Control Head
39
What’s on the Control Head
39
Key Functions
40
POWER/LIGHT Key……………………………………………………………………………………………………40
VIEW Key ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..40
MENU Key ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………40
4-WAY Cursor Control Key (RIGHT, LEFT, UP, or DOWN Cursor Keys) …………………………..41
VIEW PRESET Keys ………………………………………………………………………………………………….41
EXIT Key ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….41
INFO Key ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..42
MARK Key………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..42
GOTO Key ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..42
ZOOM (+/-) Keys ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..42
Multi-Media Card (MMC)/SD Slots
43
Add Maps to Your Fishing System …………………………………………………………………………….43
Update Software ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..44
Export Navigation Data …………………………………………………………………………………………….44
What’s on the Sonar Display
45
Understanding the Sonar Display………………………………………………………………………………46
Real Time Sonar (RTSTM) Window …………………………………………………………………………….46
SwitchFireTM …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….46
Freeze Frame and Active Cursor ………………………………………………………………………………..47
Instant Image Update ………………………………………………………………………………………………47
What’s on the Side Imaging® Display (898c SI and 998c SI only)
48
Understanding the Side Imaging® Display ………………………………………………………………..49
Side Imaging® Frequencies and Coverage………………………………………………………………….50
For Best Performance ………………………………………………………………………………………………51
On the Water Interpretation ……………………………………………………………………………………..51
Views
53
Side Imaging® View (898c SI and 998c SI only) …………………………………………………………..55
Down ImagingTM View (898c SI and 998c SI only) ……………………………………………………….56
Sonar View ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………57
Sonar Zoom View……………………………………………………………………………………………………..58
Split Sonar View……………………………………………………………………………………………………….59
Snapshot and Recording View (optional-purchase MMC/SD card required) ……………………60
Side Beam View (optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM transducer required) ………………65
Bird’s Eye View…………………………………………………………………………………………………………67
Chart View ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………68
Combo Views …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..69
Combo Views: Functions …………………………………………………………………………………………..69
Side Imaging/Sonar Combo View (898c SI and 998c SI only) ……………………………………….69
Chart/Bird’s Eye Combo View……………………………………………………………………………………70
Chart/Chart Combo View …………………………………………………………………………………………70
Chart/Sonar Combo View …………………………………………………………………………………………71
Chart/Side Imaging Combo View (898c SI and 998c SI only) ……………………………………….71
Down ImagingTM/Side Imaging® Combo View (898c SI and 998c SI only) ……………………..72
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Chart/Down ImagingTM Combo View (898c SI and 998c SI only) ………………………………….72 Down ImagingTM/Sonar Combo View (898c SI and 998c SI only) ………………………………….73 Down ImagingTM/Side Imaging/Sonar Combo View (898c SI and 998c SI only) …………….73 View Orientation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..74
Viewing Cartography
74
Introduction to Navigation
76
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks………………………………………………………………………………….76
Save, Edit, or Delete a Waypoint ………………………………………………………………………………77
Navigate to a Waypoint or Position …………………………………………………………………………..78
Add a Waypoint Target or Trolling Grid ……………………………………………………………………..78
Save, Edit or Delete a Route……………………………………………………………………………………..79
Save or Clear a Current Track ……………………………………………………………………………………80
Edit, Delete, or Hide Saved Tracks …………………………………………………………………………….80
Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation…………………………………………………………………………….81
The Menu System
82
Start-Up Options Menu
82
Simulator ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..83
System Status …………………………………………………………………………………………………………83
Self Test ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….83
Accessory Test …………………………………………………………………………………………………………84
GPS Diagnostic View ………………………………………………………………………………………………..84
X-PressTM Menu
85
Main Menu
85
Quick Tips for the Main Menu ………………………………………………………………………………….86 Note for all Menu Settings ……………………………………………………………………………………….86 User Mode (Normal or Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………….87
Sonar X-PressTM Menu
88
Active Side (Combo Views only)………………………………………………………………………………….88
Split Position (Combo Views only) ………………………………………………………………………………88
Sensitivity ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..89
Upper Range (Advanced: Sonar, Split Sonar and Active Sonar Side Views only) ………………89
Lower Range …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..90
Chart Speed …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….90
Quad Layout (with optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM Transducer, Side Beam View only) …………90
Bottom Lock (Sonar Zoom View only) …………………………………………………………………………91
Bottom Range (Sonar Zoom View only, when Bottom Lock is On) ………………………………….91
Cancel Navigation (only when Navigating) ………………………………………………………………….91
Side Imaging® X-PressTM Menu
(Side Imaging Views only [898c SI, 998c SI])
92
Active Side (Combo Views only)………………………………………………………………………………….92
Split Position (Combo Views only) ………………………………………………………………………………92
SI Side……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..93
SI Sensitivity…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….93
SI Enhance ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………93
SI Range ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….94
Chart Speed …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….94
SI Colors ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….94
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Down ImagingTM X-PressTM Menu
(Down ImagingTM Views only [898c SI, 998c SI])
95
Active Side (Combo Views only)………………………………………………………………………………….95
Split Position (Combo Views only) ………………………………………………………………………………95
Down Sensitivity ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..96
Upper Range (Advanced: Down ImagingTM Views only) ………………………………………………..96
Lower Range …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..97
Chart Speed …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….97
SI Colors ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….97
Cancel Navigation (only when Navigating) ………………………………………………………………….97
Navigation X-PressTM Menu
98
Active Side (Combo Views only)………………………………………………………………………………….98
Split Position (Combo Views only) ………………………………………………………………………………98
Waypoint [Name] (Only with an active cursor on a waypoint) ……………………………………….99
Cursor to Waypoint (Chart or Combo View only)…………………………………………………………..99
Save Current Track……………………………………………………………………………………………………99
Clear Current Track ………………………………………………………………………………………………….99
Save Current Route (only when Navigating) ………………………………………………………………100
Skip Next Waypoint (only when Navigating)………………………………………………………………100
Cancel Navigation (only when Navigating) ………………………………………………………………..100
Cancel MOB Navigation (only when MOB Navigation is activated)………………………………100
Remove Target (only if a Target is Active) ………………………………………………………………….100
Remove Grid (only if a Grid is Active) …………………………………………………………………………100
Waypoint [Name] (Most recently-created waypoint)……………………………………………………101
Snapshot and Recording X-PressTM Menu
(Snapshot and Recording View only)
102
Start Recording (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only) ……………………….102
Stop Recording (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card only) ………………………………………………102
Delete Image (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only) ……..102
Delete All Images (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)……………………….103
Delete Recording (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)……………………….103
Delete All Recordings (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)……………………….103
Pings Per Second (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)……………………….103
Playback Speed (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)……………………….103
Stop Playback (optional-purchase MMC/SD Card only) ………………………………………………..104
Alarms Menu Tab
105
Depth Alarm …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..105
Fish ID Alarm …………………………………………………………………………………………………………105
Low Battery Alarm………………………………………………………………………………………………….106
Aux. Temp Alarm (with optional-purchase temp. probe or Temp/Speed only) ………………..106
Temp. Alarm …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..106
Off Course Alarm ……………………………………………………………………………………………………106
Arrival Alarm…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..107
Drift Alarm …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….107
Alarm Tone …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….107
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Sonar Menu Tab
108
Beam Select …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..108
Side View Frequency (Side Imaging® and Down ImagingTM Views only [898c SI, 998c SI]) …………………………..109
Surface Clutter ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….109
SwitchFireTM …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..109
Fish ID+TM………………………………………………………………………………………………………………110
Fish ID Sensitivity……………………………………………………………………………………………………110
Real Time Sonar (RTSTM) Window …………………………………………………………………………..111
Sonar Colors …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..111
Bottom View…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..111
Zoom Width (Sonar Zoom View only) ……………………………………………………………………….112
83 kHz Sensitivity (Advanced) ………………………………………………………………………………….112
455 kHz Sensitivity (Advanced, with optional purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM transducer) …………………………….112
Depth Lines (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………………………..113
Noise Filter (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………………………..113
Max Depth (Advanced)…………………………………………………………………………………………….114
Water Type (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………………………..114
Transducer Select……………………………………………………………………………………………………114
Color Bar………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..115
Temperature Graph (Sonar View only, with Temperature input) ……………………………………115
Down ImagingTM Beam Width (Advanced)………………………………………………………………..115
Navigation Menu Tab
116
Current Track …………………………………………………………………………………………………………116
Saved Tracks…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..117
Waypoints………………………………………………………………………………………………………………117 Routes……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………118 Chart Orientation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………118 North Reference……………………………………………………………………………………………………..118 Waypoint Decluttering (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………..118 Trolling Grid Rotation………………………………………………………………………………………………119 Trackpoint Interval ………………………………………………………………………………………………….119 Track Min Distance (Advanced) ………………………………………………………………………………..119 Track Color Range ………………………………………………………………………………………………….119 Map Datum (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………………………..120 Course Projection Line…………………………………………………………………………………………….120 3D View Outline ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..120 Export All Nav Data (Advanced) ………………………………………………………………………………120 Delete All Nav Data (Advanced) ………………………………………………………………………………120 Continuous Navigation Mode………………………………………………………………………………….120 GPS Receiver Override (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………..120
Chart Menu Tab
121
Lat/Lon Grid …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..121
Navaids on Bird’s Eye View……………………………………………………………………………………..121
Chart Select …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..121
Set Simulation Position (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………122
Set Map Offset (Advanced) ……………………………………………………………………………………..122
Clear Map Offset (Advanced)……………………………………………………………………………………122
Shaded Depth ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….122
Chart Detail Level (optional-purchase Navionics® charts only) ……………………………………..123
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Map Borders…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..123 Spot Soundings (optional-purchase Navionics® charts only)…………………………………………123 NVB Chart Preference …………………………………………………………………………………………..124 Contour Lines (optional- purchase LakeMaster® charts only) …………………………………………124 Depth Colors (optional- purchase LakeMaster® charts only)…………………………………………..124 Depth Highlight (optional-purchase LakeMaster® charts only) ……………………………………..124 Depth Highlight Range (+/-) (optional-purchase LakeMaster® charts only) ……………………124 Water Level Offset (optional-purchase LakeMaster® charts only)………………………………….124 Shallow Water Highlight (optional-purchase LakeMaster® charts only)…………………………125 Lake List (optional-purchase LakeMaster® charts only) ………………………………………………..125
Setup Menu Tab
126
Units – Depth …………………………………………………………………………………………………………126
Units – Temp (International only) ………………………………………………………………………………126
Units – Distance (with Speed input only) ……………………………………………………………………126
Units – Speed (with Speed input only) ……………………………………………………………………….127
User Mode …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….127
Language (International only)……………………………………………………………………………………127
Triplog Reset (with Speed input only) ……………………………………………………………………….127
Restore Defaults……………………………………………………………………………………………………..127
Select Readouts (Advanced) ……………………………………………………………………………………128
Depth Offset (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………………………129
Aux. Temp Offset (Advanced)……………………………………………………………………………………129
Temp. Offset (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………………………129
Speed Calibration (Advanced, with Speed paddlewheel only) ……………………………………..129
Local Time Zone (Advanced) ……………………………………………………………………………………129 Daylight Saving Time (Advanced) …………………………………………………………………………….129 Position Format (Advanced) ……………………………………………………………………………………..130 Time Format (Advanced, International only)………………………………………………………………..130 Date Format (Advanced, International only)………………………………………………………………..130 Digits Format (Advanced)…………………………………………………………………………………………130 NMEA Output (Advanced) ……………………………………………………………………………………….130 Sonar……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..131 Demonstration ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….131 Sound Control ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….131 Video Out ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………131
Views Menu Tab
132
Accessories Menu Tab
132
Screen Snapshot (optional-purchase MMC/SD Cards only) …………………………………………133
AIS (optional-purchase AIS equipment only) ………………………………………………………………133
Troubleshooting
136
Fishing System Doesn’t Power Up …………………………………………………………………………..136
Fishing System Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached …………………………..136
Display Problems
137
Finding the Cause of Noise
138
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1-Year Limited Warranty
139
Humminbird® Service Policy
139
Fishing System Accessories
141
Specifications
142
Glossary
144
Appendix A
Side Imaging® Transducer Mounting Template (XHS 9 HDSI 180 T)
149
Contact Humminbird®
150
NOTE: Entries in this Table of Contents which list (International Only) are
only available on products sold outside of the U.S. by our authorized
international distributors. To obtain a list of authorized international
distributors, please visit our web site at humminbird.com or contact our
Customer Resource Center at
334-687-6613.
NOTE: Some of the entries in this Table of Contents may require the purchase
of separate accessories. You can visit our web site at humminbird.com to order
these accessories online or contact our Customer Resource Center at
1-800-633-1468.
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Introduction
Your Humminbird® Fishing System is configured as follows:
· Humminbird® 858c Combo: Wide Screen Fishing System with DualBeam PLUSTM
Sonar and Chartplotting. GPS Receiver included.
· Humminbird® 898c SI Combo: Wide Screen Fishing System with Side Imaging®
Sonar, DualBeam PLUSTM Sonar, and Chartplotting. GPS Receiver included.
· Humminbird® 958c Combo: Ultra Wide Screen Fishing System with DualBeam
PLUSTM Sonar and Chartplotting. GPS Receiver included.
· Humminbird® 998c SI Combo: Ultra Wide Screen Fishing System with Side
Imaging® Sonar, DualBeam PLUSTM Sonar, and Chartplotting. GPS Receiver
included.
How Sonar Works
Sonar technology is based on sound waves. The Fishing System uses sonar to
locate and define structure, bottom contour and composition, as well as depth
directly below the transducer.
Your Fishing System sends a sound wave signal and determines distance by
measuring the time between the transmission of the sound wave and when the
sound wave is reflected off of an object; it then uses the reflected signal to
interpret location, size, and composition of an object.
Sonar is very fast. A sound wave can travel from the surface to a depth of 240
ft (70 m) and back again in less than 1/4 of a second. It is unlikely that
your boat can “outrun” this sonar signal.
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SONAR is an acronym for SOund and NAvigation Ranging. Sonar utilizes precision
sound pulses or “pings” which are emitted into the water in a teardrop-shaped
beam. The sound pulses “echo” back from objects in the water such as the
bottom, fish and other submerged objects. The returned echoes are displayed on
the LCD screen. Each time a new echo is received, the old echoes are moved
across the LCD, creating a scrolling effect.
When all the echoes are viewed side by side, an easy to interpret “graph” of
the bottom, fish and structure appears.
Introduction
Introduction
The sound pulses are transmitted at various frequencies depending on the
application. Very high frequencies (455 kHz) are used for greatest definition,
but the operating depth is limited. High frequencies (200 kHz) are commonly
used on consumer sonar and provide a good balance between depth performance
and resolution. Low frequencies (83 kHz) are typically used to achieve greater
depth capability.
The power output is the amount of energy generated by the sonar transmitter.
It is commonly measured using two methods:
· Root Mean Square (RMS) measures power output over the entire transmit cycle.
· Peak to Peak measures power output at the highest points.
The benefits of increased power output are the ability to detect smaller
targets at greater distances, ability to overcome noise, better high speed
performance and enhanced depth capability.
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86° 455kHz
86° 455kHz
20° 200kHz
60° 83kHz
High Definition Side Imaging® Sonar
(898c SI and 998c SI only)
The 898c SI Combo and 998c SI Combo use Side Imaging® sonar to provide a wide
yet precise survey of a large area of water, including detailed bottom
topography and fish-attracting structure orientation. The Side Imaging®
transducer returns are processed into an image similar to an aerial
photograph.
Typically, the Side Imaging® sonar can search an area that is 480 feet wide
(240 to each side), with a typical depth performance of 150 feet when the Side
Imaging® Sonar frequency is set for 455kHz. The side beams can be operated at
one of two frequencies: 455 kHz or 800 kHz. Selecting 800 kHz produces the
sharpest image, but the search area to each side and the depth capability are
limited as compared to the 455 kHz frequency. See What’s on the Side Imaging®
Display and Understanding Side Imaging® for more information.
DualBeam PLUSTM Sonar
(858c, 898c SI, 958c, 998c SI)
The Fishing System uses a 200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUSTM sonar system with a wide
(60°) area of coverage. DualBeam PLUSTM sonar has a narrowly focused 20°
center beam, surrounded by a second beam of 60°, expanding your coverage to an
area equal to your depth. In 20 feet of water, the wider beam covers an area
20 feet wide.
DualBeam PLUSTM sonar returns can be blended together, viewed separately, or
compared side-by-side. DualBeam PLUSTM is ideal for a wide range of conditions
– from shallow to very deep water in both fresh and salt water. Depth
capability is affected by such factors as boat speed, wave action, bottom
hardness, water conditions, and transducer installation.
35°
455 kHz
60° 20°
200 kHz
83 kHz
35°
455 kHz
90° Total Coverage Bottom Coverage = 2 x Depth
QuadraBeam PLUSTM Sonar
(optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM
transducer only)
Your Fishing System supports the optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUSTM
transducer. QuadraBeam PLUSTM sonar provides a wide (90°) area of coverage.
QuadraBeam PLUSTM starts with two fan-shaped 35° 455 kHz Side Structure
locating sonar beams to spot fish, bait, and structure to the left and right
of the boat over an area of the bottom that’s always equal to twice your
depth.
For a detailed view below the boat, QuadraBeam PLUSTM uses DualBeam PLUSTM technology, with precision 20° and wide 60° beams. QuadraBeam PLUSTM finds more fish faster, and can even tell you where to put your bait by showing if fish are to the left, right, or directly beneath your boat.
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Introduction
Universal Sonar 2
Your Fishing System supports Universal Sonar 2, a state-of-the-art, integrated
and protected transducer that is built into the lower unit of Minnkota
trolling motors. With Universal Sonar 2, all wiring is concealed inside the
indestructible composite shaft–out of sight and out of harm’s way, with no
clamps, ties, or exposed wires. Universal Sonar 2 features new temperature
sensing and the performance of DualBeam PLUSTM technology. An expanded view
and greater bottom detail gives you a totally new perspective of the water
below, along with optimal sonar performance to help you find fish.
How GPS and Cartography Work
Your Fishing System also supports GPS (Global Positioning System) and
chartplotting. It uses GPS and sonar to determine your position, display it on
a grid, and provide detailed underwater information.
GPS uses a constellation of satellites that continually send radio signals to
the earth. The GPS receiver on your boat receives signals from satellites that
are visible to it. Based on time differences between each received signal, the
GPS receiver determines its distance to each satellite. With distances known,
the GPS receiver mathematically triangulates its own position. With once per
second updates, the GPS receiver then calculates its velocity and bearing.
GPS was originally intended for military use; however, civilians may also take
advantage of its highly accurate position capabilities, typically within +/-
4.5 meters, depending on conditions. This means that 95% of the time, the GPS
receiver will read a location within 4.5 meters of your actual position. Your
GPS Receiver also uses information from WAAS (the Wide Area Augmentation
System), EGNOS (the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), and
MSAS (the MTSAT Satellite Augmentation System) satellites if they are
available in your area.
The following GPS functionality is currently supported by the Fishing System
when it is connected to the included GPS receiver:
· View current position
· View current track (breadcrumb trail)
· View precision speed and heading from your GPS receiver
· Save tracks, waypoints, and routes
· Travel a route and navigate from one waypoint to the next.
See Chart View and Introduction to Multi-Media Card (MMC)/SD Slots: Add Maps
to Your Fishing System for more information.
Introduction
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The Fishing System has a wide variety of configurations
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1
3
4
5
1 Video Out 2 RS 232 Connector 3 Power 4 Temperature 5 Speed
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Optional “Y” Cable 6 GPS Receiver 7
SmartCast® Wireless Sonar Link 8 WeatherSense® 9
Sonar Transducer with Temperature 10
Fishing System Configuration
The Fishing System has a wide variety of configurations that will influence
the installation. The accessory bus, video output, and RS 232 connectors allow
you to expand your Fishing System capabilities. As you expand the
configuration, the menu options that correspond with the connected accessory
will be added to the menu system.
Please read all instructions that are relevant for your configuration before
beginning the installation process.
Accessory Bus
Use the Accessory Bus to expand the functionality of your Fishing System.
Accessories plug directly into the Fishing System and enable advanced features
such as WeatherSense®, SmartCast®, and the AS WX 1 Satellite Weather Receiver.
Accessory Bus
When an accessory is plugged into the Fishing System, additional functions will be added to the menu system automatically. See Accessories Menu Tab and Fishing System Accessories in this manual. Also, see the accessory’s operations manual for additional details.
NOTE: Accessories to enable WeatherSense®, SmartCast®, and the AS WX 1 Satellite Weather Receiver require separate purchases. Visit our web site at humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468 for details.
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Installation Introduction
Video-Out and RS 232 Connectors
Your unit has a built-in Video Out connector and a dual RS 232 connector,
which can be used with optional-purchase equipment such as AIS (Automatic
Identification System). If you purchase a video monitor and attach it to your
control head using the Video Out connector, your unit will send a video signal
if it detects a monitor. See Setup Menu Tab: Video Out for more information.
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Installation Overview
Inside the boat there is often a channel or conduit used for other wiring,
this can be used to route cables. Be sure to route the cable as far as
practical from the antenna cable of VHF radios or tachometer cables to reduce
the possibility of interference. The transducer and GPS receiver cables should
not be cut, and care should be used not to damage the cable insulation. Basic
installation tasks that you must perform include:
· Installing the control head (choose gimbal or in-dash mounting, where in-
dash mounting requires a separate purchase)
· Installing the transducer (choose the installation method that matches your
transducer)
· Installing the GPS Receiver (if included) · Testing the complete
installation and locking the transducer position
NOTE: Accessories may require a separate purchase. You can visit our web site
at humminbird.com to order these accessories online or contact our Customer
Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468.
1 RS 232 2 Video Output 3 Power
Temp/Speed 4 Communications/GPS 5
Transducer 6
NOTE: Accessories connected to the RS 232 or Video-Out connectors require a separate power source.
Control Head Installation
You have two choices for mounting your control head, Gimbal mounting, where
you use a surface on the boat, such as the dash, to mount the control head so
that it can be tilted up or down, or In-dash mounting, which requires a
separate purchase.
Installation Introduction
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Gimbal Mounting the Control Head
If you are gimbal mounting the Humminbird®, you can pre-assemble the unit in
order to plan the best mounting location.
1 2
3
1 Washer 2 Gimbal Knob 3 Gimbal Bracket
In addition to the hardware supplied with your control head, you will need a
powered hand drill and various drill bits, various hand tools, including a
Phillips head screwdriver, a socket wrench and a flat head screwdriver, a
marker or pencil, safety glasses and dust mask, and marine-grade silicone
sealant.
1. Place the control head into the gimbal bracket. Make sure that the
straight side of the gimbal arm is against the back side of the control head.
2. Place a 1″ (25 mm) diameter black washer on the gimbal knob and then
thread the knob and washer into the housing. Tighten the gimbal knob to secure
the control head to the mount. Repeat step 2 for the other side.
You can now place the control head in various locations to decide which is
best for mounting. Rotating the mounting bracket to the top of the control
head will allow for overhead mounting. The chosen mounting area should allow
for sufficient room so the control head can pivot through the full tilt range
and allow for easy removal and installation.
NOTE: You can drill the cable pass hole underneath the gimbal bracket,
allowing you to thread the cables through the knock-out holes in the mount;
however, if you cannot drill the hole directly under the mounting bracket,
then you will need to drill the cable pass hole behind the bracket, and will
need to mount the hole cover there instead.
NOTE: When drilling holes in fiberglass hulls, it is best to start with a
smaller bit and use progressively larger drill bits to reduce the chance of
chipping or flaking the outer coating. Fill all holes with marine grade
silicone sealant.
NOTE: You must have underside access to the mounting location to pass the
cables through to the surface. Also, make sure that the mounting surface is
adequately supported to protect the control head from excessive wave shock and
vibration and provide visibility while in operation.
3. After the mounting location has been determined, loosen the gimbal knobs
and remove the control head from the gimbal bracket.
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Installation – Gimbal Mount
NOTE: Alternate hole patterns are available on the gimbal mounting bracket, and may match existing holes on the boat. You may choose to use one of these alternate hole patterns.
4. Place the gimbal bracket in the chosen position on the mounting surface and mark the four mounting screw locations using a pencil or center punch.
NOTE: Go to the installation instructions applicable to your transducer, GPS
Receiver and accessories. Make the required installations and then run the
cables to your control head mounting location. Do not cut any cabling (except the
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power cable). If your cables are too short, extensions are available from your local
dealer or online from humminbird.com.
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2
Installation – Gimbal Mount
1 Mounting Screws 2 Washer
Gimbal Mounting Bracket 3
5. Set the gimbal bracket aside and drill the four mounting screw holes using a 5/32″ (4.0 mm) drill bit.
6a. If the cables must pass through a hole directly beneath the mounting bracket, mark and drill an additional 1″ (25 mm) hole centered between the four mounting holes. Route the cables through the 1″ hole. Place the hole cover over the mounting surface hole, then use it to mark the position of the two mounting screws.
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Remove the hole cover, drill the two mounting holes using a 9/64″ bit. Do not
install the hole cover at this time.
6b. If the cables cannot be routed directly beneath the mounting bracket, mark
and drill a 1″ (25 mm) hole that will allow you to run the cables close to the
bracket. Pass the cables through the 1″ (25 mm) hole, routing the cables
through the grommet and pressing the grommet into place. Place the hole cover
over the mounting surface hole, then use it to mark the position of the two
mounting screws. Remove the hole cover, drill the two mounting holes using a
9/64″ (3.5 mm) bit, fill them with marine-grade silicone, then replace the
hole cover and insert the #8 Phillips countersink wood screws. Hand-tighten
only.
7. Place the mounting bracket on the mounting surface aligned with the
drilled holes and fill the mounting holes with marine grade silicone. Insert
the four #10 Slotted-Hex wood screws into the mounting holes. Hand-tighten
only.
8. If the cable pass through-hole is beneath the mounting bracket, you will
need to install the hole cover. Place the hole cover over the mounting bracket
cable pass through-hole and align with holes drilled in step 6a. Insert the #8
Phillips countersink wood screws. Hand tighten only.
NOTE: Be sure that the cables pass through the slots on the hole cover and
that there is enough cable slack to allow for the control head to pivot
through its full tilt range. Extra cable slack will also help when
connecting/disconnecting the cables.
Cables Routed Directly Beneath Mounting Bracket
2
1
1 Gimbal Bracket 2 Hole Cover
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Installation – Gimbal Mount
Cables Routed Behind Mounting Bracket 1
3
1 Power 2 Temp/Speed 3 Communications/GPS 4 Transducer 5 Cable Collector Insert
2
1
1 Gimbal Bracket 2 Grommet 3 Hole Cover
9. Insert cable connectors into the proper recesses on the cable
collector insert. The cable connectors are keyed to prevent reverse
installation, so be careful not to force the connectors into the wrong
slots. If you don’t have a cable for every hole in the insert, install the
blank plugs to protect the control head from the weather.
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Installation – Gimbal Mount
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5
2
4 5 1 Cable Collector Insert 2 Screws 3 Cable Collector Cover 4 Tab on Insert
5 Slot on Cover
Plug Cable Connector Assembly to Back of Control Head
10. While holding cables in place in the cable collector insert, thread the
cables through the slot in the bottom of the cable collector cover, line up
the cable collector insert and cover, then slide the cover into place on the
insert.
NOTE: The tab on the Cable Collector insert goes into the slot on the cover.
Connecting the Control Head Power Cable to the Boat
A 6′ (2 m) long power cable is included to supply power to the control head.
You may shorten or lengthen the cable using 18 gauge multi-stranded copper
wire.
CAUTION: Some boats have 24 or 36 Volt electric systems, but the control head
MUST be connected to a 12 VDC power supply.
The control head power cable can be connected to the electrical system of the
boat at one of two places: a fuse panel usually located near the console, or
directly to the battery.
11. Attach the cable collector insert to the cable collector cover using the 2 Phillips screws provided.
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12. Place the control head back onto the mounting bracket. Plug in the cable
collector assembly to the back of the control head. Cable connectors and cable
sockets are keyed to prevent reverse installation, so be careful not to force
the connectors into the wrong sockets. Once the cable collector and all cables
are plugged into the back of the control head, lock the assembly into place by
threading the knurled screw into the threaded insert on the back of the
housing. Adjust the control head to the desired viewing angle and secure by
tightening the gimbal knobs.
NOTE: You may wish to dress the cabling with nylon wire ties in order to hold
the cables together and create a cleaner assembly.
GRROOUND
NOTE: Make sure that the power cable is disconnected from the control head at
the beginning of this procedure. NOTE: Humminbird® is not responsible for
over-voltage or over-current failures. The control head must have adequate
protection through the proper selection and installation of a 3 amp fuse.
The Humminbird® control head is now ready for operation.
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Installation – Power
1a. If a fuse terminal is available, use crimp-on type electrical connectors
(not included) that match the terminal on the fuse panel. Attach the black
wire to ground (-), and the red wire to positive (+) 12 VDC power. Install a 3
amp fuse (not included) for protection of the unit. Humminbird® is not
responsible for overvoltage of over-current failures.
or…
1b. If you need to wire the control head directly to a battery, obtain and
install an inline fuse holder and a 3 amp fuse (not included) for the
protection of the unit. Humminbird® is not responsible for overvoltage or
over-current failures.
NOTE: In order to minimize the potential for interference with other marine
electronics, a separate power source (such as a second battery) may be
necessary.
You are now ready to install the transducer. Find the section that refers to
your specific transducer installation method.
Transducer Installation Overview
Proceed to the installation section that matches your transducer type. Your
choices are as follows:
· 858c, 958c: DualBeam PLUSTM (XNT 9 20 T), Transom Mount · 858c, 958c:
DualBeam PLUSTM (XNT 9 20 T), Inside the Hull Mount · 898c SI, 998c SI: Side
Imaging® (XHS 9 HDSI 180T), Transom Mount · All units: Trolling Motor
Transducer Installation
NOTE: Due to the wide variety of hulls, only general instructions are
presented in this installation guide. Each boat hull represents a unique set
of requirements that should be evaluated prior to installation. It is
important to read the instructions completely and understand the mounting
guidelines before beginning installation.
NOTE: If the included transducer will not work for your application, you may
exchange it, NEW and UNASSEMBLED, with mounting hardware included, for a
transducer appropriate for your application – often at very little or no
charge depending on the transducer. Call the Humminbird® Customer Resource
Center at 1-800-633-1468 for details
and pricing, or visit humminbird.com.
Installation – Power
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858c & 958c Transom Mount Transducer Installation
DualBeam PLUSTM Transducer, XNT 9 20 T (858c and 958c only)
The DualBeam PLUSTM transducer uses a Two Piece Kick-up transducer mounting
bracket.
NOTE: Due to the wide variety of hulls, only general instructions are
presented in this installation guide. Each boat hull represents a unique set
of requirements that should be evaluated prior to installation. It is
important to read the instructions completely and understand the mounting
guidelines before beginning installation.
NOTE: Your transducer may not look exactly like the transducer shown in the
illustrations, but it will mount in exactly the same way.
Overview
If you will be installing a DualBeam PLUSTM transom mounted transducer, use
the procedures in this section. There are several procedures you will have to
perform in order to install a transom-mounted transducer. They are as follows:
· Locate the transducer mounting location · Prepare the mounting location ·
Assemble the transducer and perform initial mounting · Route the transducer
cable · Connect the transducer cable · Perform a final test of the transom
transducer installation. In addition to the hardware supplied with your
transducer, you will need a powered hand drill and various drill bits, various
hand tools, including a ruler or straightedge, a level, a 12″ plumb line
(weighted string or monofilament line), marker or pencil, safety glasses and
dust mask, and marine-grade silicone sealant.
NOTE: When drilling holes in fiberglass hulls, it is best to start with a
smaller bit and use progressively larger drill bits to reduce the chance of
chipping or flaking the outer coating.
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Transom Mount – DualBeam PLUSTM
1. Locating the transducer mounting location
NOTE: If transom mounting is not possible because of a stepped hull or
cavitation noise, and you have a single layer fiberglass hull, In-hull
installation is an option. See Inside the Hull Transducer Installation for
more information.
Turbulence: You must first determine the best location on the transom to install the transducer. It is very important to locate the transducer in an area that is relatively free of turbulent water. Consider the following to find the best location with the least amount of turbulence:
· As the boat moves through the water, turbulence is generated by the weight of the boat and the thrust of the propeller(s) – either clockwise or counter- clockwise. This turbulent water is normally confined to areas immediately aft of ribs, strakes or rows of rivets on the bottom of the boat, and in the immediate area of the propeller(s). Clockwise propellers create more turbulence on the port side. On outboard or inboard/outboard boats, it is best to locate the transducer at least 15″ to the side of the propeller(s).
Areas of Possible Turbulence
Stepped Hull
· The best way to locate turbulence-free water is to view the transom while
the boat is moving. This method is recommended if maximum high-speed operation
is a high priority. If this is not possible, select a location on the transom
where the hull forward of this location is smooth, flat and free of
protrusions or ribs.
Level
15″
Find a turbulence-free location at least 15″ from the propeller(s) and not in
line with trailer bunks or rollers.
Rivets
Strakes
Step
Transom
Hull
Transom Mount – DualBeam PLUSTM
Deadrise Angle
· On boats with stepped hulls, it may be possible to mount the
transducer on the step. Do not mount the transducer on the transom
behind a step to avoid popping the transducer out of the water at
higher speeds; the transducer must remain in the water for the
Rib
control head to maintain the sonar signal.
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· If the transom is behind the propeller(s), it may be impossible to find an
area clear from turbulence, and a different mounting technique or transducer
type should be considered, such as an Inside the Hull Transducer (see Inside
the Hull Transducer Installation).
· If you plan to trailer your boat, do not mount the transducer too close to
trailer bunks or rollers to avoid moving or damaging the transducer during
loading and unloading of the boat.
· If high speed operation is critical, you may want to consider using an In-
Hull transducer instead of this Transom Mount transducer.
NOTE: The hydrodynamic shape of your transducer allows it to point straight
down without deadrise adjustment.
NOTE: If you cannot find a transom mount location that will work for your
highspeed application, find an In-Hull Transducer by contacting our Customer
Resource Center at either
1-800-633-1468 or by visiting our web
site at humminbird.com.
protrude past the bottom of the hull, and there is at least 1/4″ clearance between the bottom of the bracket and the bottom of the transom for fiberglass boats, and 1/8″ clearance for aluminum boats.
Positioning the Mounting Bracket
Level
Boat Hull Types Require Different Mounting Positions
Level
1/4″ for fiberglass 1/8″ for aluminum
2. Preparing the Mounting Location
In this procedure, you will determine the mounting location and drill two
mounting holes, using the transducer mounting bracket as a guide.
1. Make sure that the boat is level on the trailer, both from port to
starboard and from bow to stern, by placing your level on the deck of the
boat, first in one direction, then in the other.
2. Hold the mounting bracket against the transom of the boat in the location
you have selected. Align the bracket horizontally, using the level; make sure
that the lower corner of the bracket does not
NOTE: If you have a flat-bottomed aluminum boat, some additional adjustment
may be needed to accommodate the rivets on the bottom of the boat (i.e. the
gap may need to be a little smaller than 1/8″). This will help you to avoid
excessive turbulence at high speeds.
NOTE: If your propeller moves clockwise (in forward, as you’re facing the
stern of the boat from behind), mount the transducer on the starboard side,
and align the bottom right corner of the mounting bracket with the bottom of
the boat. If your propeller moves counter-clockwise (in forward, as you’re
facing the stern of the boat from behind), mount the transducer on the port
side, and align the bottom left corner of the mounting bracket with the bottom
of the boat.
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Transom Mount – DualBeam PLUSTM
Using the Mounting Bracket to Mark the Initial Drill Holes Fourth Hole
3. Assembling the Transducer and Initial Mounting
In this procedure, you will assemble the transducer using the hardware
provided, then mount it and make adjustments to its position without locking
it in place.
NOTE: You will initially assemble the transducer and the pivot arm by matching
the two ratchets to a numbered position on the transducer knuckle. Further
adjustments may be necessary.
Mark Initial Drill Holes
Third Hole
3. Continue to hold the bracket on the transom of the boat, and use a pencil or marker to mark where to drill the two mounting holes. Mark the drill holes near the top of each slot, making sure that your mark is centered in the slot.
NOTE: The third hole should not be drilled until the angle and height of the transducer is finalized, which you will not do until a later procedure.
4. Make sure that the drill bit is perpendicular to the actual surface of the
transom, NOT parallel to the ground, before you drill. Using a 5/32″ bit,
drill the two holes only to a depth of approximately 1″.
NOTE: On fiberglass hulls, it is best to use progressively larger drill bits
to reduce the chance of chipping or flaking the outer coating.
1a. If you already know your transom angle, refer to the chart below for the initial position to use to set the ratchets. If your transom is angled at 14 degrees (a common transom angle for many boats) use position 1 for the ratchets. In either case, go to step 2.
or…
Bead Alignment Number
1
4
2
5
3
1
4
2
5
3
1
Transom Angle (°) Measured Distance (x)
-2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
0.0 cm 0″
1.1cm 1/2″
2.5 cm 1″
4.3 cm 1 5/8″
5.9 cm 2 3/8″
7.6 cm 3″
9.3cm 3 5/8″
11.1cm 12.9cm 14.9cm 16.9cm
4 3/8″
5″
5 7/8″ 6 5/8″
1b. If you do not know your transom angle, measure it using a plumb line (weighted nylon string or monofilament line) exactly 12 inches long. Hold the top of the plumb line against the top of the transom with your finger, and wait until the line hangs straight down. Using a ruler, measure the distance from the bottom of the plumb line to the back of the transom, then use the chart.
Transom Mount – DualBeam PLUSTM
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Measuring the Transom Angle
NOTE: It is important to take your measurement in the figure showing Measuring the Transom Angle, from exactly 12 inches down from the top of the transom.
Plumb line
Transom Angle in degrees (°)
Measured Distance (X)
2. Place the two ratchets, one on either
side of the transducer knuckle, so that
the beads on each ratchet line up with
the desired position number on the
knuckle. If you are setting the ratchets
at position 1, the beads on each ratchet
will line up with the rib on the
transducer knuckle to form one
Weight
continuous line on the assembly.
NOTE: The ratchets are keyed; make sure that the square teeth on each ratchet face the square teeth on the transducer knuckle, and the triangular teeth face outward.
Hold the ratchets on the transducer knuckle with one hand and fit the pivot arm over them until it snaps into place with the other hand. Refer to the illustration.
Transducer Knuckle Positions Knuckle
Ratchets Placed in Position 1 Beads Ratchet
Rib at position 1
Ratchets Placed in Position 2 Bead
Fitting the Pivot Arm Over the Ratchet
Rib Ratchet
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Transom Mount – DualBeam PLUSTM
Inserting the Pivot Bolt
Inserting the Pivot Arm Assembly into the Mounting Bracket
3. Put the pivot bolt through the assembly to hold it in position and loosely
install the nut, but do NOT tighten the nut at this time. Insert the pivot arm
assembly into the mounting bracket. Do NOT snap the assembly closed, as you
will need to access the mounting bracket in the next step.
NOTE: If the pivot assembly is snapped closed over the mounting bracket, use a
flat head screwdriver or similar tool to gently pry the assembly away from the
mounting bracket.
4. Align the mounting bracket transducer assembly with the drilled holes in the transom. With a 5/16″ socket driver, mount the assembly to the transom using the two #10 – 1″ long screws provided.
Mounting the Assembly to the Transom
NOTE: Make sure that the mounting screws are snug, but do not fully tighten the mounting screws at this time to allow the transducer assembly to slide for adjustment purposes.
5. Snap the pivot arm down into place.
6. Adjust the initial angle of the transducer from back to front by rotating the transducer until the side seam on the transducer is almost parallel with the bottom of the boat, one click at a time in either direction.
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Adjusting the Initial Transducer Angle
Leading edge
One click too high
Correctly aligned (transducer side seam aligned with boat bottom)
Trailing edge
One click too low
7. Adjust the transducer assembly vertically, until the seam on the leading edge of the transducer (the edge closest to the transom of the boat) is level and just slightly below the hull.
Adjusting the Transducer Mounting Position
Leveling the Mounting Assembly Horizontally
Level
NOTE: The transducer has a natural downward slant of 4-5 degrees from leading
edge (closest to the boat transom) to trailing edge (farthest away from the
boat). Looking at the back of the transducer, the seam should be slightly
below the bottom of the hull.
8. Continue to adjust until the bracket is also level from port to starboard
(horizontally level as you look at the transducer from behind the boat).
9. Mark the correct position on the transom by tracing the silhouette of the
transducer mounting bracket with a pencil or marker.
10. Tighten the pivot bolt, using the pivot screw and nut to lock the
assembly. Hand tighten only!
11. Snap open the assembly and hand-tighten the two mounting screws, then
snap the assembly closed.
NOTE: You will drill the third mounting hole and finalize the installation
after you route the cable and test and finish the installation in the
following procedures.
Level
Seam aligned with boat hull
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Transom Mount – DualBeam PLUSTM
4. Routing the Cable
The transducer cable has a low profile connector, which must be routed to the
point where the control head is mounted. There are several ways to route the
transducer cable to the area where the control head is installed. The most
common procedure routes the cable through the transom into the boat.
NOTE: Your boat may have a pre-existing wiring channel or conduit that you can
use for the transducer cable.
1. Unplug the other end of the transducer cable from the control head. Make
sure that the cable is long enough to accommodate the planned route by running
the cable over the transom.
CAUTION! Do not cut or shorten the transducer cable, and try not to damage the
cable insulation. Route the cable as far as possible from any VHF radio
antenna cables or tachometer cables to reduce the possibility of interference.
If the cable is too short, extension cables are available to extend the
transducer cable up to a total of 50′. For assistance, contact the Customer
Resource Center at humminbird.com or call
1-800-633-1468 for more information.
NOTE: The transducer can pivot up to 90 degrees in the bracket. Allow enough
slack in the cable for this movement. It is best to route the cable to the
side of the transducer so the transducer will not damage the cable during
movement.
2a. If you are routing the cable over the transom of the boat, secure the
cable by attaching the cable clamp to the transom, drilling 9/64″ diameter
holes for #8 x 5/8″ wood screws, then skip directly to procedure 5, Connecting
the Cable.
or…
Routing the Cable
2b. If you will be routing the cable through a hole in the transom, drill a 5/8″ diameter hole above the waterline. Route the cable through this hole, then fill the hole with marine-grade silicone sealant and proceed to the next step immediately.
3. Place the escutcheon plate over the cable hole and use it as a guide to mark the two escutcheon plate mounting holes. Remove the plate, drill two 9/64″ diameter x 5/8″ deep holes, and then fill both holes with marine-grade silicone sealant. Place the escutcheon plate over the cable hole and attach with two #8 x 5/8″ wood screws.
4. Route and secure the cable by attaching the cable clamp to the transom; drill one 9/64″ diameter x 5/8″ deep hole, then fill the hole with marine- grade silicone sealant, then attach the cable clamp using a #8 x 5/8″ screw.
5. Plug the other end of the transducer cable back into the control head connection holder.
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Storing Excess Cable
NOTE: If there is excess cable that needs to be gathered at one location (as shown in the illustration), dress the cable routed from both directions so that a single loop is left extending from the storage location. Doubling the cable up from this point, form the cable into a coil. Storing excess cable using this method can reduce electronic interference.
5. Connecting the Cable
Insert the transducer cable into the appropriate terminal slot. The cable
connectors are labeled, and there are corresponding labels on the cable holder
on the rear of the control head. The slots are keyed to prevent reversed
installation, so be careful not to force the connector into the holder. Refer
to your manual and/or control head installation guide for the correct
procedure for installing the cable connectors to the control head.
1. Plug the other end of the transducer cable back into the control head
connection holder.
Your control head is now ready for operation.
6. Test and Finish the Installation
Once you have installed both the control head and the transom transducer, and
have routed all the cables, you must perform a final test before locking the
transducer in place. Testing should be performed with the boat in the water,
although you can initially confirm basic operation with the boat out of the
water.
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1. Press POWER once to turn the control head on. If the unit does not power
up, make sure that the connector holder is fully seated in the receptacle and
that power is available.
2. If all connections are correct and power is available, the Humminbird®
control head will enter Normal operation.
3. If the bottom is visible on-screen with a digital depth readout, the unit
is working properly. Make sure that the boat is in water greater than 2′ but
less than the depth capability of the unit, and that the transducer is fully
submerged, since the sonar signal cannot pass through air.
NOTE: The transducer must be submerged in water for reliable transducer
detection.
4. If the unit is working properly, gradually increase the boat speed to test
high-speed performance. If the unit functions well at low speeds, but begins
to skip or miss the bottom at higher speeds, the transducer requires
adjustment.
5. If you have the correct angle set on the transducer, yet lose a bottom
reading at high speed, adjust the height and the running angle in small
increments to give you the ideal transducer position for your boat. First,
adjust the height in small increment.
Transom Mount – DualBeam PLUSTM
NOTE: The deeper the transducer is in the water, the more likely that a
rooster tail of spray will be generated at high speeds, so make sure that the
transducer is as high as it can be and still be submerged in the water.
If you are still not getting good high speed readings, you may need to
disassemble the transducer mounting assembly and re-position the ratchets.
If you do change the transducer position, re-trace the position of the
mounting bracket before proceeding.
NOTE: It is often necessary to make several incremental transducer adjustments
before optimum high speed performance is achieved. Due to the wide variety of
boat hulls, however, it is not always possible to obtain high speed depth
readings.
6. Once you have reached a consistently good sonar signal at the desired
speeds, you are ready to lock down the transducer settings. Force the pivot to
the Up position to gain access to the mounting screws, then re-align the
mounting bracket against the transom of the boat to match the traced
silhouette. Check the bracket position with the level again to make sure it is
still level, then mark the third mounting hole using a pencil or marker.
Unscrew and remove the mounting screws and the transducer assembly and set
aside.
7. Drill the third mounting hole, using a 5/32″ drill bit. Use a marinegrade
silicone sealant to fill all three drilled mounting holes, especially if the
holes penetrated the transom wall.
NOTE: On fiberglass hulls, it is best to use progressively larger drill bits to reduce the chance of chipping or flaking the outer coating.
Fully Tighten All Three Mounting Screws
8. Re-position the transducer assembly against the transom of the boat, then hand-install all three screws. Make sure that the transducer location and the pivot angle have not changed, then fully tighten all three mounting screws. Snap the pivot back down. If you have performed the preceding procedures correctly, the transducer should be level and at the right height for optimal operation.
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Locking Down the Transducer (Optional)
NOTE: You have the option to lock down the Two Piece Kick Up bracket if you do
not want the transducer to kick up. Please be aware, however, that the
transducer can be damaged if it is locked down and it strikes debris in the
water.
Marking the Fourth Drill Hole for Optional Lock Down
Fourth Hole
Mark Initial Drill Holes
Third Hole
1. To lock down the transducer, trace the position of the mounting bracket. Force the pivot to the Up position to gain access to the mounting screws, then re-align the mounting bracket against the transom of the boat to match the traced silhouette. Check the bracket position with the level again to make sure it is still level, then mark the fourth mounting hole using a pencil or marker. Unscrew and remove the mounting screws and the transducer assembly and set aside.
2. Drill the fourth mounting hole, using a 9/64″ drill bit. Use a marine grade silicone sealant to fill all four drilled mounting holes, especially if the holes penetrate the transom wall.
Fully Tighten All Three Mounting Screws
3. Re-position the transducer assembly against the transom of the boat, then hand install the first three screws (two on the outside edges and one in the 3rd mounting hole). Make sure that the transducer location and the pivot angle have not changed, then fully tighten all three mounting screws. Hand tighten only!
4. Snap the pivot back down. Install #8 x 1″ wood screw into the 4th hole to lock down the pivot arm. Handtighten only!
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858c & 958c Inside the Hull Transducer Installation
DualBeam PLUSTM Transducer, XNT 9 20 T (858c and 958c only)
NOTE: Do NOT install the Side Imaging® transducer inside the hull, as the side
looking beams cannot penetrate the hull. Only the DualBeam PLUSTM transducer
can be mounted inside the hull.
If you choose to mount your transducer inside the hull of your boat, perform
the procedures in this section. In-hull mounting generally produces good
results in single thickness fiberglass-hulled boats. Humminbird® cannot
guarantee depth performance when transmitting and receiving through the hull
of the boat, since some signal loss occurs. The amount of loss depends on hull
construction and thickness, as well as the installation position and process.
This installation requires slow-cure two-part epoxy. Do not use silicone or
any other soft adhesive to install the transducer, as this material reduces
the sensitivity of the unit. Do not use five-minute epoxy, as it has a
tendency to cure before all the air bubbles can be purged, thus reducing
signal strength.
NOTE: In-hull mounting requires an installed and operational control head.
NOTE: Your transducer may not look exactly like the transducer shown in the
illustrations, but it will mount in exactly the same way.
There are several procedures you will have to perform in order to install a
transducer inside the hull. They are as follows:
· Locate transducer mounting location · Perform a trial installation · Route
the transducer cable · Permanently mount the transducer
1. Locating the transducer mounting location
Decide where to install the transducer on the inside of the hull. Consider the
following to find the best location:
· Observe the outside of the boat hull to find the areas that are mostly free
from turbulent water. Avoid ribs, strakes and other protrusions, as these
create turbulence.
· As a general rule, the faster the boat can travel, the further aft and
closer to the centerline of the hull the transducer has to be located in order
to remain in contact with the water at high speeds.
NOTE: The integral temperature probe will not work with in-hull mounting, so you may either want to consider purchasing a Temperature/Speed accessory, a Temp. Sensor, or obtaining a different transducer. Humminbird® offers a transducer exchange program to swap the NEW and UNASSEMBLED transducer, accompanied by mounting hardware, for one without an integral temperature probe. Call the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468 for details, or visit humminbird.com for more information.
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Areas of Possible Turbulence
Stepped Hull
3. Place the transducer body face down at the identified mounting location
inside the hull, with the end that has the mounting knuckle pointed towards
the bow of the boat.
Preferred Mounting Area
Rivets
Strakes
Step
Rib
Transom
Hull
2. Trial installation
You will not be able to adjust the mounting after an inside the hull
transducer is installed. It is best, therefore, to perform a trial
installation first that includes running the boat at various speeds, in order
to determine the best mounting area before permanently mounting the
transducer.
1. Plug the transducer into the control head, then power up the control head.
When the control head detects a functioning transducer, it will automatically
enter Normal operating mode.
2. View the sonar signal at its best by holding the transducer over the side,
immersed in the water, so that it is pointing straight down over a known flat
bottom. Use the display to benchmark against the sonar signal that will be
detected once the transducer is placed in the hull.
4. Fill the hull with enough water to submerge the transducer body. Use a
sand-filled bag or other heavy object to hold the transducer in position. The
transducer cannot transmit through air, and the water purges any air from
between the transducer and the hull, and fills any voids in the coarse
fiberglass surface.
5. View the sonar signal on the display and compare against what you observed
in Step 2, making sure that the boat is in the same location as it was during
your observations in Step 2. If the results are comparable, move on to Step 6.
Otherwise, locate a new position in the hull and repeat Steps 3 through 5.
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6. Run the boat at various speeds and water depths while observing the screen
on the control head. If depth performance is required, test the transducer in
water at the desired depth. If the performance is acceptable, move on to Step
7. If the performance is not acceptable, repeat Steps 3 through 6.
7. Once you have determined the best mounting location using the above steps,
mark the position of the transducer.
3. Routing the cable
1. Once the mounting location is determined and you have marked the position
of the transducer, route the cable from the transducer to the control head.
5. Coat the face of the transducer and the inside of the hull with epoxy.
4. Permanently mounting the transducer
1. Make sure the position of the transducer is marked.
2. You may have to disconnect the cable to the control head and reconnect it
at the end of this procedure.
3. Remove the water from inside the hull and thoroughly dry the mounting
surface. If the surface is excessively rough, it may be necessary to sand the
area to create a smooth mounting surface.
4. Slowly and thoroughly mix an ample quantity of two-part slow cure epoxy.
Avoid trapping air bubbles.
6. Press the transducer into place with a slight twisting motion to purge any
trapped air from underneath, keeping the end of the transducer that has the
mounting knuckle pointed forward, towards the bow of the boat.
NOTE: Proper operation requires the end of the transducer that has the
mounting knuckle to face towards the bow of the boat.
7. Weight the transducer so that it will not move while the epoxy is curing.
NOTE: When the epoxy cures, no water is necessary inside the hull.
8. If you unplugged the transducer cable at the beginning of this procedure,
plug it back into the control head.
NOTE: Neither water, spilled gasoline, nor oil will affect the performance of the transducer.
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898c SI & 998c SI Transom Mount Transducer Installation
Side Imaging® Transducer, XHS 9 HDSI 180T (898c SI or 998c SI only)
In addition to the hardware supplied with your transducer, you will need a
powered hand drill and various drill bits, various hand tools, including a
ruler or straightedge, a marker or pencil, safety glasses and dust mask, and
marine-grade silicone sealant.
The Side Imaging® transducer has some special requirements because of its side
viewing capabilities:
· The Side Imaging® transducer must NOT have anything obstructing the `view’
of the side looking beams, i.e. nothing can be in the line of sight of these
beams (not a hull, motor, or other transducer, etc).
NOTE: You may need to tilt the motor up and out of the way when using the side
looking beams.
· In order for the side beams to be displayed accurately, the transducer must
be mounted so that it is looking straight down in the water when the boat is
in the water.
Transducer Mount Position
Unobstructed View: The jack plate gives the transducer safe distance from the motor and turbulence. The Side Imaging® has a clear view side-to-side.
Obstructed View: The transducer is too close to motor turbulence, and the Side Imaging® view is blocked by the motor. The view cannot extend from side-to- side.
NOTE: Due to the wide variety of hulls, only general instructions are presented in this installation guide. Each boat hull represents a unique set of requirements that should be evaluated prior to installation. It is important to read the instructions completely and understand the mounting guidelines before beginning installation.
NOTE: If the included transducer will not work for your application, you may
exchange it, NEW and UNASSEMBLED, with mounting hardware included, for a
transducer appropriate for your application – often at very little or no
charge depending on the transducer. Call the Humminbird® Customer Resource
Center at 1-800-633-1468 for details
and pricing, or visit humminbird.com.
NOTE: When drilling holes in fiberglass hulls, it is best to start with a
smaller bit and use progressively larger drill bits to reduce the chance of
chipping or flaking the outer coating.
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Transom Mount – Side Imaging®
Overview
If you will be installing a Side Imaging® transom mounted transducer, use the
procedures in this section. There are two pieces to the transducer mount
assembly: the pivot, and the bracket. Your transducer comes with a two-piece
metal and plastic bracket assembly. There are several procedures you will have
to perform in order to install a transom-mounted transducer. They are:
· Determine transducer mounting location · Mount the bracket to the boat ·
Attach the pivot to the transducer · Mount the transducer pivot assembly to
the bracket · Adjust the running position of the transducer · Route the
transducer cable · Perform a final test of the transom transducer installation
Areas of Possible Turbulence
Stepped Hull
1. Locating the transducer mounting location
NOTE: If transom mounting is not possible because of a stepped hull or
cavitation noise, trolling motor installation may be an option. See Trolling
Motor Transducer Installation for more information.
1. First, determine the best location on the transom to install the
transducer. Consider the following to find the best location:
· It is very important to locate the transducer in an area which is relatively
free of turbulent water. As a boat moves through the water, turbulence is
generated by the weight of the boat, and the thrust of the propeller(s) –
either clockwise or counter-clockwise. This turbulent water is normally
confined to areas immediately aft of ribs, strakes or rows of rivets on the
bottom of the boat, and in the immediate area of the propeller(s). Clockwise
propellers create more turbulence on the port side. On outboard or
inboard/outboard boats, it is best to locate the transducer at least 15″ (380
mm) to the side of the propeller(s).
Rivets
Strakes
Step
Transom
Hull
Transom Mount – Side Imaging®
Deadrise Angle
· The best way to locate turbulence-free water is to view the transom
while the boat is moving. This method is recommended if maximum
high-speed operation is a high priority. If this is not possible, select a
Rib
location on the transom where the hull forward of this location is
smooth, flat and free of protrusions or ribs.
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· The hydrodynamic shape of your transducer allows it to point straight down
without deadrise adjustment.
· On boats with stepped hulls, it may be possible to mount the transducer on
the step. Do not mount the transducer on the transom behind a step to avoid
popping the transducer out of the water at higher speeds; the transducer must
remain in the water for the control head to maintain the sonar signal.
· If the transom is behind the propeller(s), it may be impossible to find an
area clear from turbulence, and a different mounting technique or transducer
type should be considered (see Trolling Motor Transducer Installation).
· The Side Imaging® transducer must NOT have anything obstructing the `view’
of the side looking beams, i.e. nothing can be in the line of sight of these
beams (not a hull, motor, or other transducer, etc).
Mounting the transducer bracket to the boat
1. Remove the transducer mounting template from this manual. See Appendix A
for the Transducer Mounting Template.
2. Hold the template on the transom of the boat in the location where the
transducer will be installed. Align the template vertically, matching the
lower edge of the transom with the bottom corner of the template. If your
propeller moves clockwise as the boat moves forward, mount the transducer on
the starboard side, and use the bottom left corner of the template. If your
propeller moves counterclockwise as the boat moves forward, mount the
transducer on the port side, and use the bottom right corner of the template.
3. Using a pencil or punch, mark the three mounting holes on the transom. Do
not mark or drill any other holes at this time.
4. Using a 5/32″ (4.0 mm) bit, drill the three holes to a depth of
approximately 1″ (25 mm). On fiberglass hulls, it is best to use progressively
larger drill bits to reduce the chance of chipping or flaking the outer
coating. Use a marine-grade silicone sealant to fill the drilled holes.
Attaching the Bracket
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5. Align the metal mounting bracket with the mounting holes. The center slot should be above the two outer slots. (This bracket and all other hardware supplied is top quality stainless steel for maximum strength and corrosion protection.) Insert the three #10 – 1″ long screws into the drilled holes, but do not completely tighten.
Attaching the pivot to the transducer
1. Attach the pivot to the transducer body, using the two 1/4″-20 x 5/8″ (16
mm) machine screws, toothed washers, and square nuts. The toothed washers must
fit on the inside of the transducer ears, between the pivot and the ears. The
square nuts will be prevented from rotating by the pocket in the back of the
pivot. An Allen wrench is provided which fits all the 1/4″-20 screws, but do
not fully tighten the screws at this time.
3
1
2
4
1 Insert the square nuts 2 Toothed Washer 3 Pivot 4 Machine Screw
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Attach the Pivot
Mounting the transducer pivot assembly to the bracket
1. Slide the assembled transducer into the metal bracket from the bottom,
aligning the large hole at the top of the bracket with the hole in the pivot.
2. Insert the headed pin through the pivot holes in the bracket and pivot.
The headed pin can be inserted from either side of the bracket.
3. Place the nylon washer over the opposite end of the headed pin. Place the
stainless washer over the 1/4″-20 x 5/8″ (16 mm) screw threads, then insert
into the opposite end of the headed pin and finger tighten only. The screw has
a thread locking compound on the threads to prevent loosening, and should not
be fully tightened until all adjustments are made.
NOTE: The running position of the transducer is now completely adjustable.
Subsequent adjustment may be necessary to tweak the installation after high
speed testing.
1
5
3 4
2
1 Screw 2 Headed Pin 3 Allen Wrench 4 Nylon Washer 5 Stainless Washer
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Adjusting the running position of the transducer
The transducer mounting bracket allows height and tilt adjustment, while the
pivot bolt allows angular adjustment. These adjustments will help reduce
cavitation. Initially, adjust the transducer as described in the following
paragraphs. Further adjustment may be necessary to refine the installation
after high-speed testing.
Normal Cavitation
Cavitation that will cause erratic sonar readings
1. First, adjust the pivot angle of the transducer body, so it is parallel
with the length of the hull of the boat.
2. Fully tighten the two pivot screws, using the supplied Allen wrench.
Access to the pivot screws is provided by the lower holes in the side of the
mounting bracket. It may be necessary to re-tighten the pivot bolt after
initial use as the plastic may still be conforming to the pressure from the
lock washers.
3. Adjust the height of the assembly so the face of the transducer is 1/8″ (3 mm) to 1/4″ (6 mm) beneath the bottom of the transom, and fully tighten the three mounting screws.
Tighten the Mounting Screws
4. In order to gain access to the mounting screws, the transducer assembly must be pivoted up in the bracket as shown. Be careful not to alter the running angle as some force is necessary to pivot the assembly.
5. If access to the top mounting hole is not possible due to the selected height of the transducer, fully tighten the two lower screws, then simply remove the headed pivot pin and the transducer assembly, and tighten the top screw, then reassemble.
6. Confirm that the pivot angle has not changed and that all mounting screws are fully tightened.
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Routing the cable
The transducer cable has a low profile connector that must be routed to the
point where the control head is mounted. There are several ways to route the
transducer cable to the area where the control head will be installed. The
most common procedure routes the cable through the transom into the boat.
NOTE: Your boat may have a pre-existing wiring channel or conduit that you can
use for the transducer cable.
1. Unplug the other end of the transducer cable from the control head. Make
sure that the cable is long enough to accommodate the planned route by running
the cable over the transom.
CAUTION! Do not cut or shorten the transducer cable, and try not to damage the
cable insulation. Route the cable as far as possible from any VHF radio
antenna cables or tachometer cables to reduce the possibility of interference.
If the cable is too short, extension cables are available to extend the
transducer cable up to a total of 50′ (15 m). For assistance, contact the
Customer Resource Center at humminbird.com or call
1-800-633-1468 for more information.
NOTE: Since the transducer may need to pivot up to 90° in the bracket if it
strikes an object, make sure there is sufficient cable slack to accommodate
this motion. It is best to route the cable to the side of the transducer so
the cable will not be damaged by the rotation of the transducer.
2. If you will be routing the cable through a hole in the transom, drill a
5/8″ diameter (16 mm) hole above the waterline. Route the cable through this
hole, then fill the hole with marine-grade silicone sealant and proceed to the
next step immediately.
Routing the Cable 5/8″ Hole
Escutcheon Plate
Cable Clamp
3. Place the escutcheon plate over the cable hole and use it as a guide to
mark the two escutcheon plate mounting holes. Remove the plate, drill two
9/64″ (3.5 mm) holes, then fill both holes with marinegrade silicone sealant.
Place the escutcheon plate over the cable hole and attach with two #8 x 5/8″
(16 mm) wood screws.
4. Route and secure the cable by attaching the cable clamp to the transom;
drill one 9/64″ dia. (3.5 mm) x 5/8″ deep (16 mm) hole, then fill hole with
marine-grade silicone sealant, then attach the cable clamp using a #8 x 5/8″
(16 mm) screw.
5. Plug the other end of the transducer cable back into the control head
connection holder.
Testing the installation
After transom transducer installation, please perform the final testing and
then finalize the installation (see Test and Finish the Transducer
Installation).
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Trolling Motor Transducer Installation
Several styles of the transducer are compatible with trolling motor mounting.
If you have a trolling motor bracket, refer to the separate installation
instructions that are included with the bracket.
NOTE: After trolling motor transducer installation, please perform the final
testing and then finalize the installation (see Test and Finish the Transducer
Installation).
Trolling Motor Transducer Options
If you don’t have a trolling motor transducer, there are several options:
· You may purchase a Trolling Motor Adapter kit that will allow you to mount
the transducer on the trolling motor.
· You may also exchange your NEW and UNASSEMBLED transducer (with mounting
hardware included) for a trolling motor transducer.
There are also several transducer switches available that support the
following configurations:
· Two control heads with one transducer · Two transducers with one control
head.
NOTE: Call the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center
1-800-633-1468 for details and pricing,
or visit humminbird.com for more information.
Test and Finish the Transducer Installation
When you have installed both the control head, the transducer, and
accessories, and have routed all the cables, you must perform a final test
before locking the transducer in place. Testing should be performed with the
boat in the water, although you can initially confirm basic operation with the
boat out of the water.
1. Press the POWER/LIGHT key once to turn the control head on. There will be
an audible chirp when the key is pressed correctly. If the unit does not
power-up, make sure that the connector holder is fully seated and that power
is available.
2. If all connections are correct and power is available, the control head
will enter Normal operation. If no transducer is detected (or one is not
connected), the unit will go into Simulator mode and will indicate this by
displaying the word Simulator on the control head display.
NOTE: The transducer must be submerged in water for reliable transducer
detection.
3. If the bottom is visible on-screen with a digital depth readout, the unit
is working properly. Make sure that the boat is in water greater than 2 ft (.6
m) but less than the depth capability of the unit, and that the transducer is
fully submerged, since the sonar signal cannot pass through air.
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Test & Finish Transducer Installation
4. If the unit is working properly, gradually increase the boat speed to test
high-speed performance. If the unit functions well at low speeds but begins to
skip or miss the bottom at higher speeds, the transducer requires adjustment.
Angling the rear of the transducer downward and/or lowering the transducer
farther into the water will help achieve depth readings at high speeds. If the
left side of the fish arch is longer than the right side, then the back of the
transducer is angled too far downward. If the right side of the fish arch is
longer than the left side, then the back of the transducer is angled too far
upwards.
NOTE: It may not always be possible to get symmetrical fish arches and high
speed depth readings at the same time. Due to the wide variety of boat hulls,
however, it is not always possible to obtain high speed depth readings.
NOTE: It is often necessary to make several incremental transducer adjustments
before optimum high speed performance is achieved.
Once you have reached a consistently good sonar signal at the desired speeds,
you are ready to lock down the transducer settings.
5. Mark the transducer bracket location on the transom with a pencil, then
pop up the bracket to reveal the mounting screws. Tighten the stainless steel
mounting bracket screws to secure in place. Hand-tighten only!
GPS Receiver Installation Overview
To optimize performance of the GPS receiver, mount it in an area that has full
exposure to the sky. The effective area of reception is 10° above the horizon.
Different circumstances determine the mounting method appropriate for your GPS
receiver.
If you have…
An existing antenna stem with standard 1″ 14 thread stem
Access for cable routing under the mounting location
No access under the mounting location
Then use:
Stem Mount with Existing 1″ 14 Thread Stem
Access Under Mounting Location
No Access Under Mounting Location
The pinouts of the pigtail cable are as follows:
· Red Wire, +12V (output voltage only) · Black Wire, Ground · White Wire, NMEA
Out.
CAUTION! Please use caution before connecting the red +12V wire to any other
NMEA device. This is an output voltage provided by the Fishfinder unit and GPS
receiver and should only be connected to those NMEA devices that need a 12
volt input.
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Stem Mounting with an Existing 1″ – 14 Thread Stem
Follow these steps to stem mount the GPS receiver:
NOTE: If you have an existing stem for mounting the GPS receiver, proceed
directly to step 2 of the following procedure.
1. Determine the best location to mount your GPS receiver. Preplan and test
the cable routing to your control head before any drilling or cutting of your
boat surfaces. If you have purchased hardware to stem mount your GPS receiver,
follow the instructions included with that hardware to mount the stem (antenna
pole).
3. Use electrical tape to secure the NMEA pigtail to the cable as shown.
NOTE: Leave the NMEA pigtail secured to the cable unless needed. This will
make removing the receiver easier.
4. Route the GPS receiver cable through the stem and continue with the
planned route you chose in step 1.
5. Attach the GPS receiver to its base using the included #6 – 7/8″ screws.
NOTE: AS-EC10 10′ extension cables are available from Humminbird® if your
planned routing exceeds 20′, (6 m). Maximum cable length, including
extensions,
should not exceed 50′ (16 m). 3
NOTE: Remember to caulk or seal screw holes and drilled holes as needed to
protect your boat from water damage.
1 2
1 Receiver 2 Receiver Base 3 Stem Pipe
2. Screw on the receiver base to the stem first, making sure that the stem
pipe does not protrude from the receiver base. This adds protection to the
cable when pulling it through the pipe stem. In addition to this, de-burr the
pipe edges to reduce cable abrasion.
3
1 2
1 NMEA Pigtail Taped 2 NMEA Pigtail Cable Out
4
3 Mounting Screws 4 Cable Route
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GPS- Stem Mount
Access Under Mounting Location
Follow these steps to deck mount the GPS receiver when routing the cable down
through the mounting location:
1. Determine the best location, then test route the 20′ (6 m) cable from the
mounting location to the control head.
NOTE: Installation details may vary with unit configuration.
2. Mark the mounting location and drill a 3/4″ (19 mm) hole for the cable and
cable plug. Route the cable.
3. Cover the cable hole with the receiver. Make sure the receiver is flush on
the surface and mark the two mounting holes with a pencil or punch.
4. Move the receiver to the side and drill two pilot holes using a 9/64″ (3.5
mm) bit.
NOTE: Remember to caulk or seal screw holes and drilled holes as needed to
protect your boat from water damage.
5. Align the GPS receiver screw holes over the pilot screw holes and attach
with the #8 – 1 1/4″ Phillips head screws. Hand tighten only!
NOTE: If the mounting surface is thin and made of a lighter material, a
backing material may be needed below the mounting surface.
Access Under Mounting Location
No Access Under Mounting Location
No Access Under Mounting Location
Follow these steps to deck mount the GPS receiver in a situation where you
must route the cable to the side because there is no space for a cable
underneath the mounting location.
1. Determine the best location, then test route the cable from the mounting
location to the control head.
NOTE: AS-EC10 10′ extension cables are available from Humminbird® if your
planned routing exceeds 20′, (6 m). Maximum cable length, including
extensions, should not exceed 50′ (16 m).
2. Confirm the cable length is good and route the cable from the receiver to
the control head. If holes are required to route the cable, they must be 3/4″
(19 mm) to allow for the cable connector. Secure the NMEA pigtail with
electrical tape.
NOTE: Remember to caulk or seal screw holes and drilled holes as needed to
protect your boat from water damage.
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3. The GPS receiver has two wire routing notches. Use the cable notch closest
to the intended cable route.
4. With the cable routed, position the GPS receiver in the planned mounting
location and mark the mounting holes with a pencil or punch.
5. Move the GPS receiver to the side and drill the two 9/64″ (3.5 mm) pilot
holes.
6. Align the GPS receiver’s screw holes over the pilot screw holes and attach
with the #8 – 1 1/4″ Phillips head screws. Hand tighten only!
Finish Routing the Cable and Check GPS Receiver Operation
After installing a GPS receiver, you should perform the following procedure to
finish routing the GPS cable to the control head and to check to make sure
that the control head is working correctly.
1. Secure the cable along its path to the control head as needed with cable
ties.
2. Plug the GPS receiver cable into the Communications port on the control
head. See Testing the System Installation to use the System Status start-up
option and/or the GPS Diagnostic View to confirm a good installation.
123 4
1 Power
2 Temp/Speed
5
3 Communications/GPS
4 Transducer
5 Cable Collector Insert
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GPS- Route Cable & Test Operation
Testing the System Installation
After you have completed the installation of the control head, transducer, and
any other accessories such as the GPS receiver, and have made all the cabling
connections required, you must test the installation before using the system.
Thorough testing should be performed with the boat in the water; however, you
can confirm basic operation initially with the boat out of the water as well.
To test the installation:
1. Press the POWER/LIGHT key on the control head once to turn on the control
head. (There will be an audible chirp to let you know that you pressed the
key, and the initial Title screen will appear.) If the unit does not power up,
make sure that power is available. While the Title screen is shown on the
display, press the MENU key to display the Start-Up Options menu. Use the UP
or DOWN 4-WAY Cursor keys to position the cursor, then the RIGHT Cursor key to
select System Status from the Start-Up Options menu (see the Start-Up Options
Menu section for more information about these menu choices). The System Status
Self Test screen will appear.
NOTE: If you wait too long, the system will default to whichever menu mode
happens to be highlighted, and you will have to start again.
2. Self Test displays results from the internal diagnostic self test,
including unit serial number, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) serial number,
software revision, total hours of operation and the input voltage. See System
Status for more information about the Self Test.
3. From the System Status screen, view accessory connections by pressing the
VIEW key. See System Status for more information about the Accessory Test.
NOTE: The speed will be detected only if the paddlewheel has moved since the
Fishing System has been powered up.
4. From the System Status screen, see a GPS Diagnostic View by pressing the
View key. GPS Diagnostic View shows a sky chart and numerical data from the
GPS receiver. The sky chart shows the location of each visible GPS satellite
with its satellite number and a signal strength bar. A dark grey bar indicates
that the satellite is being used to determine your current position. A light
gray bar indicates that the satellite is being monitored, but is not yet being
used. See System Status for more information about the GPS Diagnostic View.
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Power On the Control Head
Press the POWER/LIGHT key to power on your Humminbird® control head. When the
Title screen is displayed, press the MENU key to access the Start-Up Options
Menu. Select Normal (if there is a transducer attached to the control head) or
Simulator (if there isn’t a transducer attached to the control head).
998c SI Combo Title Screen NOTE: If a functioning transducer is connected,
Normal will be selected automatically at power up, and your Fishing System can
be used on the water. Select Simulator to learn how to use your control head
and save settings in advance for later use. See Start-Up Options Menu for more
information.
What’s on the Control Head
Your Fishing System user interface is easy to use. A combination of keys,
different views, and situation-specific, customizable menus allows you to
control what you see on the color display. Refer to the following
illustration, and see Key Functions, Views, and The Menu System for more
information.
3 9
7
5
1
6
8
12
10
11
4 2
1 Screen 2 MMC/SD Card Slot 3 ZOOM (+/-) Keys 4 POWER/LIGHT Key 5 INFO Key* 6 MARK Key
4-WAY Cursor Control Key 7 MENU Key 8 VIEW Key 9 EXIT Key 10
VIEW PRESET Keys 11 GOTO Key 12
*Your control head will have one of the INFO keys shown here
.
Both keys function in the same way.
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What’s on the Control Head
Key Functions
Your Fishing System has a set of easy to use keys that give you flexibility
and control over your fishing experience.
POWER/LIGHT Key
The POWER/LIGHT key is used to power the Fishing System on and off. You can
also use the POWER/LIGHT key to adjust the backlight and contrast of the
display.
Power On the control head: Press the POWER/LIGHT key to power on the unit.
When the Title screen is displayed, press the MENU key to access the Start-Up
Options Menu.
Power Off the control head: Press and hold the POWER/LIGHT key for 3 seconds.
A message will appear to indicate how many seconds there are until shutdown
occurs. To ensure that shutdown occurs properly and any menu settings will be
saved, your Fishfinder should always be turned off using the POWER/LIGHT key.
Adjust the Backlight or the Display Background Color: Press the POWER/LIGHT
key to access the Light and Background submenu. Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control
key to select Light or Background, and then use the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor key
to change the settings. Press EXIT to exit the Light and Background submenu.
NOTE: Your control head will start up with the backlight on and will
automatically turn it off to conserve power.
VIEW Key
The VIEW key is used to cycle through all available views. Press the VIEW key
to advance to the next view. Press the VIEW key repeatedly to cycle through
all available views. Views can be hidden to optimize the system to your
fishing requirements (see Views or View Menu Tab).
MENU Key
The MENU key is used to access the menu system. See The Menu System for more
information.
Start-Up Options Menu: Press the MENU key during the power up sequence to view
the Start-Up Options menu.
X-PressTM Menu: Press the MENU key once in any view to access the XPressTM
Menu, which provides frequently-used menu settings that correspond with the
current view or navigation mode.
Main Menu: Press the MENU key twice in any view to access the Main Menu, which
is organized under tabbed headings to help you find a specific menu item
quickly.
Key Functions
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4-WAY Cursor Control Key
(RIGHT, LEFT, UP, or DOWN Cursor Keys)
The 4-WAY Cursor Control key has multiple functions, which depend on the view,
menu, or situation.
· Menu Selection: Press the DOWN or UP Cursor keys to highlight a menu option,
then press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to change a menu setting. The changes
will be activated and saved immediately.
· Freeze Frame: In Sonar View, press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key
to freeze the display and move the active cursor to a location on the screen.
A cursor dialog box will display to show the depth of the location you choose.
· Active Cursor: Press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key, and the
active cursor will appear on the screen.
· Chart Views: The 4-WAY Cursor Control key also pans the charts and
highlights decluttered waypoint icons.
NOTE: In Freeze Frame or Active Cursor mode, you can also make the cursor move
diagonally by pressing in between two of the arrows on the 4-WAY Cursor
Control key.
· Bird’s Eye View: The 4-WAY Cursor Control key controls the motion of the eye
point.
· Snapshot and Recording View: Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to highlight a
recording icon, and then press the RIGHT Cursor key to start recording
playback. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to control the speed of
playback.
VIEW PRESET Keys
The VIEW PRESET keys are used to save your three favorite views for quick
retrieval. Instead of using the VIEW key to cycle through all the views to
find the one you want, you can program the VIEW PRESET keys to display a
specific view immediately. See Views for more information.
EXIT Key
The EXIT key has multiple functions, which depend on the situation:
· If an alarm is sounding, press the EXIT key to cancel the alarm. · If a menu
tab is selected, press the EXIT key to exit the menu mode
and return to the view. · If a menu is active, press the EXIT key to return to
the previous level
in the menu system. · From any view, press the EXIT key to cycle through the
available
views in reverse order. · If Freeze Frame is active, press the EXIT key to
return to a scrolling
display. · If the Cursor is active, press the EXIT key to remove the cursor
from
the display.
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Key Functions
INFO Key
Press the INFO key while in Bird’s Eye, Chart, or Combo View to display
information about objects that are near an active cursor. If the cursor is not
active, the Chart Info submenu will be displayed. See Views: Viewing
Cartography for more information.
NOTE: Your control head will have one of the INFO keys shown here. Both keys
function in the same way.
MARK Key
Press the MARK key while in any view to mark the position of a waypoint. The
MARK key function is available if the GPS receiver connected.
· Active Cursor: The waypoint will be marked at the cursor location.
· Without Active Cursor: The waypoint will be marked at the boat location.
· If Screen Snapshot is active, a waypoint will be created, and a screen
snapshot will also be saved to the optional-purchase MMC/SD card (see Views:
Snapshot and Recording View). Navigation is not affected by the Screen
Snapshot feature.
NOTE: If Screen Snapshot is enabled but there is not a GPS receiver connected,
pressing the MARK key will capture the screen image and display an error
saying that a GPS position fix is required to create a waypoint.
NOTE: You must have an optional-purchase MMC/SD card installed for the screen
snapshot feature to work.
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GOTO Key
The GOTO key has multiple functions, which depend on the situation.
· Active Cursor: Press the GOTO key while in any view to create a waypoint and
start navigation towards that waypoint.
· Without Active Cursor: Press the GOTO key to display the saved waypoints
list, and then highlight a waypoint. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to begin
navigation.
· Man Overboard: Press and hold the GOTO key for more than 1.5 seconds to
activate the Man Overboard (MOB) function. Once MOB is activated, any current
navigation will be cancelled and the current route will be discarded without
notification (see Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation).
ZOOM (+/-) Keys
The Zoom keys function in different ways which depend on the view displayed.
· Navigation Views or the Sonar Zoom View: Press the +/- ZOOM key to change
the scale of the view to appear closer or farther away.
· Side Imaging® View: Press the – or + ZOOM keys to change the scale of the
view. The cursor must be active for zoom to work in the Side Imaging® View.
Inserting an MMC/SD into the Card Slot
Multi-Media Card (MMC)/SD Slots
The two multi-media card (MMC)/SD slots on your control head can be used with
MMC/SD cards (optional-purchase required) to add detailed charts to your
Fishing System, update your Fishing System software, or export navigation data
from your Fishing System.
NOTE: The MMC/SD Cards require a separate purchase. For more information, visit our web site at humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468.
To insert an MMC/SD card:
1. Remove the MMC/SD slot cover.
2. Position the MMC/SD card so that the label faces the left side of the
unit, and insert the card into the slot. Press down on the card until it
clicks into place.
3. Close the slot cover and turn the knob just 1/4 of a turn to close. Do NOT
overtighten, as this will not improve water resistance and may damage the
cover.
4. To Remove: Press the MMC/SD card into the slot and then release. The card
will eject, and you can then pull the card from the slot.
Add Maps to Your Fishing System
Your Fishing System includes a built-in Contour XDTM or UniMapTM with a more
detailed map of North America (Domestic models) or a detailed map of Europe
and Southeast Asia, including Australia and New Zealand (International
models).
You can also purchase MMC/SD cards with additional chart information for a
particular location.
NOTE: The MMC/SD Cards require a separate purchase. Your Fishing system
supports LakeMaster® and Navionics® Cartography on MMC or SD card media.
· Auto Select: When you install the MMC/SD cards in your control head, your
Fishing System will retrieve the chart and display it automatically.
· Chart Select: You can also choose which chart to display with the Chart
Select menu option in the Chart Menu Tab. Choose Right (card slot) or Left
(card slot) to select the MMC/SD card you’d like to use. (see Chart Menu Tab:
Chart Select).
· Menu Options: The Chart Menu Tab will change to display menu options that
correspond with the active chart (see Chart Menu Tab).
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Multi-Media Card Slots
Update Software
Software updates can be added to your Fishing System. Go to the Humminbird®
web site for information and computer requirements at humminbird.com or call
1-800-633-1468.
In addition to your Fishing System and personal computer with Internet access,
you will need one of the following optional-purchase accessories:
· Power on your control head. The Fishing System will recognize the new
software and run through a series of prompts to confirm software installation.
OR…
3b. PC Connect Cable: Follow the instructions included with the PC Connect
Cable to connect your Fishing System to your computer.
· MMC Card Reader (AS CR) OR… · PC Connect Cable (AS PC2)
NOTE: The MMC/SD Card Reader and PC Connect cable require a separate purchase.
For more information, visit our web site at humminbird.com or contact our
Customer Resource Center at
1-800-633-1468.
Export Navigation Data
You can export all saved Tracks, Waypoints, and Routes from your Fishing
System to an optional-purchase MMC/SD card (see Navigation Menu Tab).
To Export All Navigation Data: 1. Make sure that an optional-purchase MMC/SD
card is installed in the slot.
Updating Software requires the following top-level steps:
1. Log on to www.humminbird.com. · Register your Fishing System.
· Download HumminbirdPCTM to your computer. 2. Once you have registered your
Fishing System, you can access
software downloads from your online profile.
3a. MMC/SD Card: Follow the instructions provided with the MMC/SD Card Reader
to connect the MMC/SD Card Reader to a personal computer and download the
software update.
· Install the MMC/SD card with the updated software file into your control
head.
2. Press the MENU key twice to access the Main Menu. In the Navigation tab,
highlight Export All Nav Data.
3. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to export all navigation data. The Confirm
dialog box will appear. To confirm export, press the RIGHT Cursor key once
more. To cancel export, press the LEFT Cursor key.
NOTE: If there isn’t an MMC/SD card installed, an error message will be
displayed. Insert the MMC/SD card and try again.
NOTE: The MMC/SD cards and MMC/SD Card Reader require separate purchases. The
MMC/SD Card Reader accessory can be used in conjunction with your personal
computer to view and organize your exported navigation data. To purchase this
accessory, visit our web site at humminbird.com or contact our Customer
Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468.
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What’s on the Sonar Display
The Fishing System can display a variety of useful information about the area
under and adjacent to your boat, including the following items:
Triplog
1
2
3
4
8 Thermoclines – Layers of water with different
temperatures that appear at different depths
and different times of the year. A thermocline
typically appears as a continuous band of
many colors moving across the display at the
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same depth.
9 Sonar Color Bar – Color spectrum indicating
low to high sonar intensity returns, where
8
red indicates high intensity and white
9
indicates low intensity.
5
13
6
7 12
1 Depth – Water depth; can be set to alarm when the water becomes too shallow.
2 Timer – Elapsed time with Speed accessory or GPS Receiver. 3 Distance –
Distance traveled with Speed accessory or GPS Receiver. 4 Average Speed –
Average speed reading with Speed accessory or GPS Receiver.
10 Bait Ball
11 RTSTM (Real Time Sonar) Window
12 Second Sonar Return – When the sonar
signal bounces between the bottom and the
surface of the water and back again. Use
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the appearance of the second return to determine bottom hardness. Hard bottoms
will show a strong second return, while soft
bottoms will show a very weak one or none
at all.
5 Barometric Pressure – Requires optional-purchase WeatherSense®
6 Temperature – Water surface temperature
7 Speed – If a Speed accessory or GPS Receiver is attached, the Fishing System
can display the speed of the boat, and can keep a triplog of nautical or
statute miles traveled.
13 Cursor – Available in Freeze Frame and can be positioned in the Sonar View to provide depth of a sonar retun and bottom depth below the cursor. The Latitude and Longitude of the cursor position, the distance to travel to the cursor position, and the bearing to the cursor position are shown with a GPS Receiver attached. Cursor information is displayed at the top of the screen.
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What’s on the Sonar Display
Triplog
Understanding the Sonar Display
It is important to understand the significance of the display. The display
does NOT show a literal 3-dimensional representation of what is under the
water. Each vertical band of data received by the control head and plotted on
the display represents something that was detected by a sonar return at a
particular time. As both the boat and the targets (fish) may be moving, the
returns are only showing a particular segment of time when objects were
detected, not exactly where those objects are in relation to other objects
shown on the display.
The returned sonar echoes are displayed on the screen. As a new echo is
received, the historical data scrolls left across the display.
Real Time Sonar (RTSTM) Window
A Real Time Sonar (RTSTM) Window appears on the right side of the display in
the Sonar View only. The RTSTM Window always updates at the fastest rate
possible for depth conditions and shows only the returns from the bottom,
structure and fish that are within the transducer beam. The RTSTM Window plots
the depth and intensity of a sonar return. (See Sonar Menu Tab: Real Time
Sonar (RTSTM) Window).
The Narrow RTSTM Window indicates the sonar intensity through the use of colors. Red indicates a strong return and blue indicates a weak return. The depth of the sonar return is indicated by the vertical placement of the return on the display depth scale.
The Wide RTSTM Window indicates the sonar intensity through the use of a bar graph. The length of the plotted return provides an indication of whether the return is weak or strong. The depth of the sonar return is indicated by the vertical placement of the return on the display depth scale.
SwitchFireTM
SwitchFireTM controls how the sonar returns are displayed in the Sonar Views.
SwitchFireTM settings are available in the Sonar Menu Tab.
To see the maximum sonar information available within the transducer beam so more fish arches and better jig tracking are shown, choose Max Mode.
To see less clutter and more fish size accuracy interpreted from the transducer beam, choose Clear Mode. See Sonar Menu Tab: SwitchFireTM for more information.
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Freeze Frame and Active Cursor
Freeze Frame & Active Cursor – Press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control
key, and the screen will freeze and a cursor will be displayed. Use the 4-WAY
Cursor Control key to move the cursor over a sonar return, and the depth of
the sonar return will be displayed at the top of the screen in the cursor
dialog box.
The RTS WindowTM continues to update in Freeze Frame. To return to a scrolling
display and exit Freeze Frame, press the EXIT key. Freeze Frame is available
in the Sonar, Split Sonar, and Sonar Zoom Views.
The sonar returns from the bottom, structure, and fish can be represented as
Structure ID® or WhiteLineTM. See Sonar Menu: Bottom View to set the Bottom
View.
Structure ID® represents weak returns in blue and strong returns in red.
Instant Image Update
Instant Image Update – You can change a variety of sonar menu settings (such
as Sensitivity or Upper Range), and the adjustments will be shown instantly on
the screen.
Sonar Bottom Presentation
As the boat moves, the unit charts the changes in depth on the display to
create a profile of the Bottom Contour. The type of bottom can be determined
from the return charted on the display. A Hard Bottom such as compacted
sediment or flat rock appears as a thinner line across the display. A Soft
Bottom such as mud or sand appears as a thicker line across the display. Rocky
Bottoms have a broken, random appearance.
NOTE: A sloping bottom will be represented as a thicker line across the
display. Harder bottoms typically will be displayed with red and softer
bottoms typically will be displayed with blue.
WhiteLineTM highlights the strongest sonar returns in white, resulting in a distinctive outline. This has the benefit of clearly defining the bottom on the display.
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What’s on the Sonar Display
What’s on the Side Imaging® Display (898c SI and 998c SI only)
Side Imaging® displays a number of easily recognizable features that allow for accurate interpretation of bottom contour and structure. For Side Imaging®, the bottom composition determines the intensity of the sonar return. For example, rock and gravel provide a clearer sonar return than mud and sand because of their relative density. Upward slopes that face the transducer reflect sonar better than downward slopes that face away from the transducer. You can find a number of easily recognizable features on the Side Imaging® display that allow for accurate interpretation of bottom contour and structure, including the following items:
Triplog
1
2
3
4
5 6
8 Water column – Shows the relative depth of the water under
the boat at a given time. Variations in the width of the water
column show variations in the distance to the bottom as the
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boat passes over.
9 Shadows – Result from a lack of reflected sonar from a particular area and
can be more valuable for interpretation than the sonar
reflected by the object itself. Use shadows to help you see the
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image in 3 dimensions, oriented in space. You can gain insight into the actual shape of an object, or the depth to which it has
9
sunk into the bottom, through shadows on the display. Objects
standing on the bottom cast a sonar shadow. The longer the
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shadow, the taller the object. Fish also cast shadows. You can
use the shadow to interpret how close the fish is to the bottom.
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8
10 Topography Changes – The light part of the screen shows where the beam is hitting hard bottom or rising terrain. The dark part of the screen indicates soft bottom (sand, mud) or descending terrain.
11 Bottom Return
7
1 Depth – Water depth; can be set to alarm when the water becomes too shallow.
2 Timer – Elapsed time with Speed accessory or GPS Receiver. 3 Distance –
Distance traveled with Speed accessory or GPS Receiver. 4 Average Speed –
Average speed reading with Speed accessory or GPS Receiver.
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5 Barometric Pressure – Requires optionalpurchase WeatherSense®
6 Temperature – Water surface temperature 7 Speed – If a Speed accessory or
GPS Receiver
is attached, the Fishing System can display the speed of the boat, and can
keep a triplog of nautical or statute miles traveled.
12 Side Imaging® Range – Images shown on the right side of the screen are
located on the right side of your boat, and images shown on the left side of
the screen are located on the left side of your boat. In this illustration,
the sonar is pinging 148 feet on each side.
13 Top of the Display – Information from the side beams are displayed at the
top of the screen. As new information is received, the historical data scrolls
down the screen. For the most current information, watch the top of the
screen.
14 Freeze Frame & Zoom – Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor
to an area on the screen, and press the ZOOM+ key to see the sonar returns in
greater detail.
15 Clouded Area – May indicate a bait ball and White Streaks may indicate
fish.
Triplog
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Understanding the Side Imaging® Display
It is important to understand how Side Imaging® technology produces the
display. The images you see on the display are produced using sonar
technology. The special transducer projects three distinct beams one beam
facing down and two beams pointing out to the side.
Down Beam is aimed directly below the boat and provides conical coverage.
Side Beams are aimed at right angles to the path of the boat. The side beam
coverage is very thin from front to back, yet very wide top to bottom. The
narrow aspect (front to back) of the beam illuminates a small strip of the
bottom perpendicular to the direction of t