SOLIX Operations Manual 532566-3EN_A
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings 2 Introduction 6 Manage your Navigation Data 110 Manage Waypoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Manage Routes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Using Humminbird Manuals on your Mobile Device or Computer . .7 Manage Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 The SOLIX Control Head 8 Manage Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Sonar Overview 184 Sonar Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190 Sonar Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 2D Sonar Overview 192 Customize the 2D Sonar View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193 Open the 2D Sonar Preferences Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193 Change the 2D Sonar View Overlays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION The instructions in this manual describe the SOLIX control head operations. For an overview of functions, see the Quick Start Guide included with your product. Build your Network: Some of the features shown in this manual require a separate purchase. Radar, Talon, AIS, Compass/Heading Sensor, Ethernet Switch, i-Pilot Link, etc. require a separate purchase. To install each accessory, use the installation guide provided with it, or download the guide from our Web site at humminbird.com.
USING HUMMINBIRD MANUALS ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE OR COMPUTER The Humminbird manuals for your control head and accessories can be downloaded to your mobile device or computer. If you prefer to use a hard copy for reference, this manual may be printed. Download the Manual to your Mobile Device 1. Download the free Adobe Acrobat Reader app to your mobile device. 2. Go to our Web site at humminbird.com, and click Support > Manuals. 3.
THE SOLIX CONTROL HEAD The SOLIX control head includes CrossTouch, which allows you to use both the touch screen and keypad to make selections. Review this section for an overview of touch and keypad functions. keypad SD or microSD card slots touch screen Keypad Functions The functions for each key are described here. To apply the key functions, see each section of this manual. Joystick Move Functions (Down) Press Functions Move to select a view, tool, widget, or menu.
Key Name Key Press Function(s) Key Press Function(s) Powers on the control head. POWER key Powers off the control head. During operation, this key opens the Power X-Press Menu. Starts a command. Selects, or turns on, a setting. Adjusts menu settings. Opens menus. May vary with the displayed view. ENTER key Opens the Info menu and the Cursor menu. Closes an open menu or dialog box. Turns off an alarm. Closes all open submenus and menus. EXIT key Exits Cursor mode.
Touch Screen Functions The touch screen actions are also determined by the view displayed on the screen. Using the Touch Screen Swipe Functions One Finger Swipe (vertical) Two Finger Swipe Browse Menus: Scroll through a menu or list (up or down). With a view displayed on-screen, touch the screen with two fingers and swipe down to return to the Home screen. One Finger Swipe (horizontal) Adjust Menu Slider: Drag the slider to adjust the setting.
Tap Functions One Tap Two Taps Select (Open): Tap to select (or open) a view, tool, widget, menu, or icon. Tap the screen twice to zoom in on the current display. Activate the Cursor: Tap a position on the view once. Press and Hold Functions Pinch Press and Hold Zoom In: Touch the screen with two fingers and move them apart to zoom in on the display. Press and hold a position on the view with one finger to open the Cursor Menu.
Basic Touch Screen and Keypad Operations Select (Open) a Tool, Widget, or View Touch Screen Keypad Select Open tap to open Adjust a Menu Setting Touch Screen Keypad Tap Press OR Turn Press and Hold OR Slide Press and Hold Close a Tool or Menu Touch Screen Keypad Select tap to close The SOLIX Control Head 12 Close
Open a View from the Views Tool Touch Screen Keypad Select Display tap to open Open a View from the Favorite Views Widget Touch Screen Keypad Open Select Display tap to open 13 The SOLIX Control Head
SD Card Slots Your control head may be compatible with an SD or microSD card (separate purchase required). Use it to update software, add detailed charts to your control head, import/export navigation data, and save sonar recordings and screen snapshots. Use the instructions in this section to install the card. CAUTION! Before the control head software is updated or restored to system defaults, export your menu settings, radar settings, and navigation data (see Update Software).
POWER ON/OFF Power On 1. Press the POWER key. 2. Select Start Normal Mode. 3. When the first view is displayed on the screen, the control head is ready for operation. Use Standby Mode to Conserve Power To conserve power while the control head is not in-use, start Standby mode from the Power X-Press Menu. 1. Open the Power X-Press Menu: Press the POWER key. 2. Select Standby. 3. Turn off Standby Mode: Press the POWER key. Power Off 1. Tap the top, right corner of the status bar. OR Press the POWER key. 2.
GETTING STARTED The procedures in this section describe how to get started with your control head: • review GPS reception • check connected accessories and sensors • start radar transmission • pair your Bluetooth® wireless technology enabled mobile device (phone or tablet) • set alarms See the control head installation guide and the quick start guide included with your SOLIX control head to configure the unit for first time setup.
1 | Review GPS Reception Use the GPS tool to check the GPS reception. The GPS tool provides two ways to view the satellites communicating with the GPS Receiver. Yellow indicates that the satellite is being used to determine your current position. Teal indicates that the satellite is being monitored but not used. The following data is also displayed: • Position (latitude and longitude) • GPS Fix Type: reported as No Fix, 2D Fix, 3D Fix, or Enhanced.
Signal Strength (bar graph) selected GPS source fix type GPS status icon status bar boat position (latitude/ longitude) satellites signal strength GPS (1) monitored satellite (teal) and strength level used satellite (yellow) and strength level digital readouts Signal Strength (GPS 1/GPS 2): displays vertical bar graphs indicating the satellite signal strengths with the respecting CNO (Carrier-to-Noise) value (0 to 60).
2 | Check Sensor Reception and Connections If you’ve connected other separate-purchase equipment to the control head network, such as AIS, Compass/Heading Sensor, Radar, i-Pilot Link, 360 Imaging, and more, use these instructions to confirm the equipment is detected and communicating with the control head. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Review the top, right corner of the status bar. Detected and Active: If a sensor is active and transmitting/receiving, it will be white. See the table below.
3 | Start Radar Transmission (connected Radar source required) For more information about Humminbird CHIRP Radar and Humminbird Radar, see Radar Overview. WARNING! The radar should be configured by a qualified radar technician after installation or equipment repair. See Installation Information: Configure Humminbird Radar. 1. Confirm the radar power source is turned on (breaker or switch). 2. Press the POWER key. 3. Humminbird CHIRP Radar: Select Radar > Standby.
Pairing a Mobile Phone to the SOLIX Turn paired phone connection on/off. Bluetooth settings device list The status bar indicates the SOLIX is actively searching for Bluetooth devices. Change the Phone Bluetooth Notification Settings Use the following instructions to select an alert format on the control head or turn off alerts. 1. Under the Phone Bluetooth menu, select Settings. NOTE: In your phone Settings menu, confirm that Bluetooth is turned on and Show Notifications is turned on. 2.
5 | Set Alarms When an alarm is turned on, an alert will sound or display on the control head to indicate the threshold has been exceeded. 1. Press the HOME key. Select Alarms. 2. Under Settings, select Alarms. If the control head is connected to the Humminbird network, select Local Alarms (control head only) or Networked Alarms (alarms shared across control heads). See Set up your Humminbird Network for more information. 3. Select an alarm category. 4. Select an alarm name. 5.
The available alarms are determined by the connected equipment, so your control head may provide more or less options than the information shown here. System Voltage, Lost Heading (compass/heading sensor required), etc. Vessel Drift Limit, SOG (Speed over Ground), STW (Speed through Water), etc. Also, see Views: Understand the Data Box Digital Readouts for more information. Navigation See Chart Overview: Navigation Alarms Overview for details. Sonar See Sonar Overview: Sonar Alarms for details.
THE HOME SCREEN The Home screen is the main control center for your control head. Use the Home screen to access the control head settings, navigation data, views, alarms, and other tools. • The tools, views, and side bar widgets available on the Home screen are determined by the equipment attached to the control head network. • The Home screen wallpaper (background) can be customized using the Images tool.
Navigate the Home Screen See the instructions and screenshot below to better understand the Home screen layout. Touch Screen Keypad Open a Tool: Tap the tool icon. Select (Open): Use the Joystick to select a menu, tool, or widget. Press the ENTER key to open it. Open a Widget: Tap the widget icon (in the side bar). View Additional Tools: Tap All Tools. Open a Widget: Press the PANE key. Use the Joystick to select the widget icon and press the ENTER key to open it.
Tools Tools allow you to manage the control head network operations and saved data. When you connect an accessory to the control head, a related tool may also be displayed. Settings Nav Data Select Settings to change general system settings such as the backlight, units of measurement, and the time and date format. You can also use this menu to change the main settings for each application (Sonar, Chart, Radar, etc.). See each related section of this manual for details.
Select Audio to listen to AM/FM radio or audio files saved to a USB stick, iPod, etc. Audio* *Required Equipment: compatible audio system Bluetooth Select Bluetooth to pair your mobile phone and/or Bluetooth wireless remote (separate purchase required) to the control head. You can also assign key functions for the Bluetooth remote from this tool. See your installation guide for details. To pair your mobile phone to the control head, see Getting Started.
Side Bar Widgets The side bar includes widgets that allow you to quickly access your favorite views, data bars, and digital remotes for networked accessories, like i-Pilot Link and Talon. The side bar is set to always display on the Home screen, but it can be hidden in other views. See Edit the On-Screen View: Turn the Side Bar On/Off.
Available Side Bar Widgets When you connect an accessory to the control head, a related widget may also be displayed in the side bar. If you have connected an accessory to the control head, and the icon is not displaying in the system status bar, check the installation of the accessory and the cable connection to the control head. Widget Icon Name Widget Function Favorite Views Allows you to create a list of your favorite views. There are two tabs, which allow you save up to 10 views.
Status Bar The status bar is located at the top of the screen. It changes to match the on-screen view and operation mode. In the following illustration, the information in the status bar corresponds with the Chart View displayed on-screen. You can tap the icon in the status bar to open a menu, return to the Home screen, close a menu, or make a selection. You can also use the corresponding keys.
Wallpaper The background display, or wallpaper, for your Home screen can be customized. Choose from the existing selection of Humminbird wallpaper images or from your own saved images (on the control head or uploaded from an SD or microSD card). Set the Home Screen Wallpaper: 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Images. 3. Under Wallpaper, select Images. Tap an image to set it as the Home screen wallpaper. OR Select your Saved Image: Under Source, select Internal, SD Card (1), or SD Card (2).
THE MENU SYSTEM The SOLIX provides menu options that change with the application, on-screen view, and the operations mode. Open Settings The Settings tool provides main menu settings for the control head. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Tap Settings. OR Use the Joystick to select Settings. Press the ENTER key. Selecting Settings Navigation Main Menu OR Tap Settings Select Settings Open Additional Keypad Option With a view displayed on-screen, press the MENU key twice, or press and hold the MENU key.
Open an X-Press Menu The X-Press Menu displays menu options for the on-screen view and operation mode (such as navigation). In a multi-pane view, the X-Press Menu options are determined by which pane is selected. See Views for more information. Open an X-Press Menu 1. With a view displayed on-screen, tap the view name in the status bar. OR Press the MENU key. Open an X-Press Menu in a Multi-Pane View 1. With a Multi-Pane View displayed on-screen, tap a pane. OR Press the PANE key to select a pane. 2.
Change a Menu or Start an Action Use the following instructions to change a menu setting or start an action through the menu system. 1. Tap a menu category, or use the Joystick to select it. 2. Tap a menu option, or use the Joystick to select it. 3. Adjust the setting or start an action using the touch screen or keys. See Tips for Changing a Menu.
Tips for Changing a Menu This section describes the different types of menus in the menu system and how to change them using the touch screen or keypad. Action ( > ) Touch Screen Keypad Tap Press On/Off Button Touch Screen Keypad Press Tap Slider Touch Screen Keypad OR Press and Hold OR Slide Turn Press and Hold Pick List or Check Box Touch Screen Keypad Press Tap You can also use the Joystick to make selections.
Tips for Using the On-Screen Keyboard Use the on-screen keyboard to rename the control head in the network, edit your navigation data, and more.
Close a Menu When you close a menu, your settings are saved until you change them again or until the control head defaults are restored. to close the current menu and go 1. Back: Tap the Back icon back one level in the menu system. back close OR Press the EXIT key. 2. Close: Tap the X icon . OR Press the EXIT key. To close several menus at once, press and hold the EXIT key. NOTE: The X icon is displayed in the status bar or at the top of a menu.
VIEWS There are many options to display data on-screen, and the data can be displayed in a variety of ways. You can open a view from the Views tool or from the Favorite Views widget (in the side bar). You can also create a new view, edit views, and customize your favorite views list. Display a View from the Views Tool The Views tool includes the complete database of available views for your control head. Use the Views tool to create a new view and edit a view. 1. Press the HOME key. 2.
Views Tool selected group return to Home screen star = favorite close status bar groups available views Options: select to create a new view OR Tap to Select Select 39 Open Views
Display a View from the Favorite Views Widget Touch Screen Keypad 1. Tap the views widget icon in the side bar. 1. Press the Rotary dial. 2. Tap a view to display. 2. Use the Joystick to select a view to display. Press the ENTER key. Opening a View from the Favorite Views Widget OR Tap to Select (Open) Open Select Display Save a View to the Favorite Views Widget 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Open the Views tool. 3. Select a view to display. 4.
EDIT THE ON-SCREEN VIEW You can edit a view from the Views tool or from the view that is displayed on the screen. When you edit a view from on-screen, the View Options menu provides additional editing options. Global: To appy changes to all views in the same category, turn on Global. To apply changes to the on-screen view exclusively, turn off Global. The menu options in Data bar, Options, Preferences, and Overlays change to match the on-screen view. The menu options are described in detail in each section.
Display Data Overlays Digital readout data can be displayed as an overlay, and it can be displayed in the data bar. To turn on the data bar, see the next section Display a Data Bar. Display an Overlay on the View 1. With a View displayed on-screen, tap the view (or pane) name in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select View Options. 3. Select Data Overlays. 4. Turn On Data Overlays: Select Overlay. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. 5a.
Change the Overlay Data Use the following instructions to customize the data displayed in the data overlay. You can also change the overlay color, size, and position on the view. 1. Open the View Options menu. 2. Select Data Overlays. 3. Select the Edit: menu. For example, if you have the Sonar overlay displayed, select Edit: Sonar. If you have the Chart overlay displayed, select Edit: Chart. NOTE: Any changes to the selected overlay will be applied to other views.
Change the Overlay Appearance You can also change the overlay color, size, and position on the view. 1. Open the View Options menu. 2. Select Data Overlays. 3. Select the Edit: menu. For example, if you have the Sonar overlay displayed, select Edit: Sonar. If you have the Chart overlay displayed, select Edit: Chart. 4. Set the following menus to your preference: Overlay Position Change the position of the overlay on the screen. Overlay Size Change the font size. Overlay Color Change the font color.
Display a Data Bar Your control head allows you to choose a standard data bar or a navigation data bar with preset data boxes. If you attach additional accessories to the control head or network, additional data bar options may also be displayed. The data boxes in the data bar can also be changed. Display a Data Bar 1. With a view displayed on-screen, press the PANE key once. In a multi-pane view, press the PANE key repeatedly until the menu displays. 2.
Data Bar Tabs Data Bars with Multiple Tabs or Data Boxes Some of the data bar options include multiple tabs and data boxes. The standard Data Bar and the Favorite Views widgets both use two tabs. open the second tab to see more digital readout boxes To open a second tab: 1. Tap the tab. OR Press the PANE key. Use the Joystick to select the tab, and press the ENTER key. To open additional data boxes: If a data box contains three horizontal lines, it includes a submenu with additional data. 1.
Change the Data Boxes Use the following instructions to change the data boxes displayed in a data bar. NOTE: A data bar must be displayed to access the menu options in this section. See Display a Data Bar. 1. View Options Menu: With a view displayed on-screen, press the PANE key once. In a multi-pane view, press the PANE key repeatedly until the menu displays. 2. Select Edit Data. 3. To edit the Standard data bar, select Standard Data. To edit the Navigation data bar, select Navigation Data.
Understand Data Box Digital Readouts The table below displays the basic data box options that are shown in the Standard data bar and the Navigation data bar, as well as the additional data box options for vessel, wind, and engine. The data box options are determined by the installed equipment and the selected sources on the network. Your control head provides a wide variety of data box options, more than the information shown here. The number on the data label (Temp 1, Temp 2, Temp 3, etc.
Label Name Description Data Type Fuel (#) Fuel Level Hdg Heading The direction the boat is pointing, measured in degrees. Due to wind and waves, the boat is often traveling in a slightly different direction than its heading. See Course Over Ground (see COG). Vessel Heat Index Heat Index The perceived temperature derived from air temperature and relative humidity. Environment Next Turn Next Turn The course of the next route leg with respect to the current heading.
THE VIEW OPTIONS MENU The View Options menu provides options to edit the selected view. You can open the View Options menu from the on-screen view or from the Views tool on the Home screen. The menu options vary slightly. For example, if you open the View Options menu from an onscreen view, you can also edit the data bar from the menu. If you open the View Options menu from the Views tool, you can duplicate and delete the view from the control head. Open the View Options Menu for the On-Screen View 1.
Turn the Side Bar On/Off You can turn the side bar on or off using the View Options menu. Set the side bar to stay displayed to view live data along with the display, or close the side bar to view more of the display. You can customize the data boxes displayed in the data bars. See Edit the On-Screen View. 1. With a View displayed on-screen, tap the view (or pane) name in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select View Options. 3. Select Side Bar. 4.
Open the View Options Menu from the Views Tool 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Views tool. 3. Use the Joystick to select a view. Press the MENU key. 4. Close: Press the EXIT key.
CREATE A NEW VIEW Follow the instructions in this section to create a new view from a blank template. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Views tool. 3. Select New View. 4. See Edit the View Layout and Application to rename the view, edit the layout, add applications, display digital readouts, and more.
Edit the View Layout and Application The Edit menu on the View Options menu allows you to change the type of data that is displayed in the view and how many panes are displayed. 1. Select Edit (or Edit View) from the View Options menu. 2. To change the layout and number of panes in the view, select Template. If you do not want to change the layout, skip to step 4. 3. Tap the template, or use the Joystick, to select the layout you want to use. 4.
Adding Applications to the Template applications tab preview window save selected pane applications selected application OR Tap to Select Select a Pane 55 Select an Application Add Views
Change the View Name (Views Tool) 1. Select Name from the View Options menu. 2. Use the on-screen keyboard to edit the view name. See The Menu System: Tips for Using the On-Screen Keyboard for more information. Duplicate the Selected View (Views Tool) When you duplicate a view, the control head creates a copy. You can rename the new view, edit it, and change the layout. 1. Select Duplicate from the View Options menu. 2. Tap the menu, or press the ENTER key, to create a copy.
SET UP AN INSTRUMENT VIEW The SOLIX control heads provide Instrument Views in a variety of combinations to display on-screen. You can use the standard Dashboard Instrument View or Engine Instrument View. You can also customize the gauges, data boxes, and ranges. NOTE: The data boxes and gauges must have input from connected and powered equipment. The Engine Instrument View must have input from a NMEA 2000 network to provide source data.
Customize an Instrument View In an Instrument View, you can customize the gauges, data boxes, and ranges. You can change each item in the same way you change data boxes in a view. You can also set up warning limits for the selected data range. NOTE: The available changes and sources are determined by the selected gauge or data box. As you change data, the available sources are displayed in white, and the unavailable sources are displayed in black. Touch Screen Keypad 1.
CHART OVERVIEW To enable the navigation features, the control head must have a GPS fix from an internal or external GPS receiver (see Getting Started to check the sensor reception). Some of these features also require a compass/heading sensor to be connected to the control head.
Map Source Overview The SOLIX includes built-in charts by Humminbird, Navionics, and AutoChart Live. Humminbird is the default map source, but you can change the map source at any time (see Using the Built-in Charts).
How the Map Source Affects your Chart View Operations The selected map source influences the menu system. When you change the map source, the menu options for the Chart Views change, allowing you to add navigation data, shading, or alarms. Install an SD or microSD chart card (separate purchase required) with specific maps or chart layers to add more detail to your Chart views (see Using Chart Cards). NOTE: Visit our Web site at humminbird.com for the latest compatibility information.
Humminbird Basemap: Set the following menus to your preference: Text Size Adjust the setting to change the size of font used in the Basemap. Symbol Size Adjust the setting to change the size of the symbols used in the Basemap. 3. Proceed to Navigation Alarms Overview and Customize the Chart View for additional display options and alarm settings exclusive to Humminbird charts.
2D Chart View (Humminbird Basemap) X-Press Menu orientation menu show cursor sensor status icons north indicator data overlays active cursor map scale cursor dialog box 2D Chart View during Navigation heading line boat icon land current track contour lines water level offset (brown) extends the land visually 63 Map Source: Humminbird
Navionics When Navionics is selected as the map source, you can use the system defaults, or you can set the menu settings to your preference. You can use the built-in map, or you can install an SD chart card with additional features. 1. Select Navionics as the map source. 2. Set the following menus to your preference: Navionics: Chart Card Info Select this menu to review the information about the installed Navionics chart card. Easy View Turn on Easy View to simplify the Chart View.
2D Chart View (Navionics) dynamic tides/currents icon symbols chart boundary 65 Map Source: Navionics
AutoChart Live AutoChart LIVE can be used when Humminbird LakeMaster or Navionics is set as the map source. AutoChart LIVE uses data from an installed GPS receiver and 2D transducer (down beam, digital CHIRP or single-frequency DualBeam PLUS or DualSpectrum sonar) to create detailed depth maps of your favorite waters. See the AutoChart Live Overview section in this manual for complete details about this feature.
Using Chart Cards When you install an SD or microSD chart card (separate purchase required), the control head automatically chooses the best map to display. If you install more than one SD or microSD card, you can choose which map source you want to use. Your control head may be compatible with an SD or microSD card (depending on your control head model). Locate the instructions to install your SD card below and proceed to Change the Map Source.
Change the Map Source When you install an SD card, the map source is changed automatically to match the SD card map source. You can also change the map source using the Settings tool. When you change the map source, the menu options for the Chart Views also change, allowing you to add navigation data, shading, alarms, and more. See each section for details. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Chart. 4. Select a Map Source. See Using Built-in Charts.
Selecting a Map Source selected category return to Home screen close sensor status select chart map source options menu options are determined by the selected map source OR Tap to Select Select 69 Confirm Map Source
NAVIGATION ALARMS When an alarm is turned on, an alert will sound or display on the control head to indicate the threshold has been exceeded. The settings in this section describe how to turn on a Navigation alarm, adjust the threshold, and display the limits on the view if they are available. The alarm options are determined by the map source.
Off Course (XTE) Alarm Turn on Off Course (XTE) to receive an alert if the vessel has traveled outside the selected route. You can also set how far the vessel is allowed to move off course before the alarm is triggered. If the alarm is turned off, the Off Course limit can be displayed on the Chart View, but you won’t receive an alert if the vessel crosses it. Turn on the Alarm 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Alarms > Navigation. 3. Select Off Course (XTE).
Waypoint Avoidance Alarm Turn on Waypoint Avoidance to receive an alert if the vessel has crossed the Waypoint Avoidance Radius. If the alarm is turned off, the Waypoint Avoidance Radius can be set for a waypoint, and it will be displayed on the Chart View, but you won’t receive an alert if the radius is crossed. Turn on the Alarm 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Alarms > Navigation. 3. Select Waypoint Avoidance. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. Create an Avoidance Waypoint 1.
Turn on the Alarm 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Alarms > Navigation. 3. Select Anti-Collision Alarm. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. Display the Anti-Collision Overlay When the overlay is turned off, the scan area is shown only when a danger is detected. When the overlay is turned on, the scan area is displayed at all times. When a potential danger is detected, the scan area will turn red. 1.
MAN OVERBOARD (MOB) NAVIGATION As soon as you know that you have a man overboard (MOB), you should activate Man Overboard navigation to maximize the chances for a successful rescue. Man Overboard navigation marks the approximate point where the person went overboard and starts continuous navigation toward the Man Overboard waypoint. Activate Man Overboard Navigation 1. Press and hold the MARK/Man Overboard key.
CUSTOMIZE THE CHART VIEW The settings in this section are optional. You can use the default settings for the chart appearance and map source, or you can customize the Chart View for your navigation preferences. See Views for more information. Display Chart Layers and Overlays Display overlays on the Chart view to add more details and data.
Display an Overlay Choose between Humminbird and Navionics. With those locations, you just have Satellite Maps (ON), 100%, and Land highlighted. The zoom level has to be less than 2 miles. 1. Open the Layers Menu: Tap the Layers Menu icon in the task bar. 2. Select Humminbird or Navionics. 3. Humminbird: Select Map Overlay or Base Layer. Select 2D Map, AutoChart, or SI Mosaic. Navionics: Select Satellite Maps, Land, Land + Shoals, or Land + Sea.
Displaying Humminbird Overlays overlays menu Humminbird LakeMaster PLUS aerial overlay Tap to Open and Select 77 Chart Options
Customize the Humminbird Chart Display (optional) Humminbird must be selected as the map source to enable the following features. Open the Humminbird Settings Menu When Humminbird is selected as the map source, additional menus to customize the Humminbird chart display are added to the menu system. 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Chart Options. 3. Select Humminbird Settings.
Adjust the Depth Range and Colors (Humminbird Chart Cards) Humminbird Chart Card must be selected as the map source to enable the following features. See Map Source: Using Chart Cards. 1. From the Humminbird Settings menu, select the settings shown in the table below. depth colors depth highlight contour interval shallow water Depth Colors Turn on Depth Colors and adjust the range for depth shading in the Chart Views.
Set the Chart Orientation Use the Preferences menu to change the chart orientation. 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Chart Options > Preferences > Orientation. 3. Select an orientation to apply to the chart. QUICK TIP! You can also select the Chart Orientation Menu on the status bar. See the illustration below.
Set the Motion Mode Motion Mode controls how the chart moves on the view. This menu is available in Custom Mode (see The Menu System: Change the User Mode). 1. From the Preferences menu, select Motion Mode. 2. Select Relative or True. Relative The position of the vessel is fixed on the view and the chart moves with the vessel. True The chart is fixed and the vessel moves towards chart objects on the view.
Customize the Navionics Chart Display (optional) Navionics must be selected as the map source to enable the following features. Select Map Data When a Navionics chart is selected as the map source, you can set navaids, marine, and land icons to hidden or visible. The Depth menu option allows you to see shading on the map based on the set depth. 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Chart Options. 3. Select Navionics Settings. 4.
Change the Chart Mode Use the instructions in this section to switch the Chart View from 2D to 3D. Change the Chart Mode Touch Screen 1. With two fingers, tap the screen twice. OR 1. Tap Chart in the status bar. Keypad 1. Press the MENU key. 2. Select Chart Mode. 3. Select a menu option. 2. Select Chart Mode. 3. Select a menu option.
CHANGE THE CHART VIEW DATA OVERLAYS Use the Overlays menu to display or hide information on the view. In a Chart View, you can display or hide the vessel icon, navigation data (waypoints, routes, tracks), data overlays, AIS and MARPA targets, and range rings. The available menu options are determined by the accessories attached to the control head network. Also, see Views for more information about Overlays. 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once.
CHART AND RADAR If a radar is connected to the control head network, the radar data can be displayed on the Chart View. To adjust the menu settings for the radar, see Radar Overview for more information. Start Radar Transmission 1. Humminbird CHIRP Radar: Press the POWER key once. Select Radar > Standby. Press the POWER key again, and select Radar > Transmit. Humminbird Radar: Press the POWER key once. Select Radar Transmit, and turn it on.
INTRODUCTION TO NAVIGATION Your Humminbird control head allows you to mark waypoints, .create a route, and start navigating. Waypoints, routes, and tracks can be managed on-screen so you can save your favorites, edit names, and easily return to your favorite destinations. There are many ways to start navigation or edit navigation data with your Humminbird control head. The instructions in this section review navigation features on the Chart View.
NAVIGATION MENU OVERVIEW There are many ways to use the navigation features on your control head. The Navigation X-Press Menu and Cursor menu are opened using the touch screen. The same menus are also opened by pressing the MARK key, GO TO key, or ENTER key. This section is an overview of the menus available for navigation. The availability of menu options is determined by the navigation mode and your Humminbird model. To apply these functions, see Waypoints, Routes, Tracks, and Search.
Mark Menu The Mark menu marks a waypoint at the selected location. You can also create a saved route or mark the vessel position. See Waypoints and Routes for more information about using this menu. Open the Mark Menu 1. Touch Screen: Select Mark from the Navigation X-Press Menu. OR Keypad: Press the MARK key. Mark Menu Options Waypoint Select Waypoint to save a waypoint at the vessel position. If the cursor is active, the waypoint is saved at the cursor position.
Go To Menu Options Quick Route Select Quick Route to mark quick route points and start navigation. See Routes for more information. Nav Data Open the Nav Data tool to select saved navigaton data and start navigation. Lat/Long Open the on-screen keyboard to enter a latitude/longitude position. Select Go To to start navigation to the position. Go To Cursor If the cursor is active, navigation will start to the cursor position.
Info Menu Use the Info menu to start a proximity search. You can also set a trolling grid from this menu. If you are using Humminbird as the map source, you can search lake information. Navionics also has additional search options. If you have Radar and AIS attached, use this menu to search targets (See Radar Overview, AIS and MARPA). Open the Info Menu 1. Touch Screen: Select Info from the Navigation X-Press Menu. OR Keypad: Press the ENTER key.
Info Menu Options Info Select Info to search the area within a preset range for a variety of data, including cautions, tide stations, current stations, and ports. The available information is determined by the selected map source and the information available in the search area. See Search for more information. (Navionics only) Ruler Select Ruler to measure the distance between two positions on the view. Press the ENTER key to select the measurement start point.
Cursor Menu The Cursor menu is another way to use the touch sceen and mark a waypoint, create a route, or start a search. The Cursor menu is only available with the 2D Chart View, Sonar Views, or Radar View displayed on-screen. Open the Cursor Menu 1. Press and hold a position on the Chart View.
WAYPOINTS Waypoints are saved latitude/longitude positions. They mark a position of interest such as your favorite fishing area, structure, or marker buoy. The control head saves the position and allows you to edit the waypoint name, icon, and more (see Manage your Navigation Data). You can save 10,000 waypoints to the control head. Mark Waypoints Waypoints can be marked at the vessel position or cursor position. To edit the waypoint, see Edit a Waypoint in the Chart View or Manage your Navigation Data.
Marking a Waypoint at the Cursor Position The Mark menu opens when you press the MARK key or select Mark from the Navigation X-Press Menu.
Mark + Edit Waypoints (on the go) If you set the Mark Mode to Mark + Edit, you can edit a waypoint immediately when you mark it in the Chart View. See Manage your Navigation Data for more information. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Nav Data tool. 3. Under Options, select Waypoints. 4. Select Mark Mode > Mark + Edit. 5. Close the Nav Data tool and display a Chart View on-screen. When you mark a waypoint, the Waypoint Info menu will be displayed so you can edit the waypoint.
Edit a Waypoint in the Chart View 1. Tap the waypoint icon to select it. Tap the Waypoint Name. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a waypoint icon. Press the ENTER key. 2. Use the Waypoint Info menu to edit the waypoint name, icon, color, and more (see Manage your Navigation Data for more information). 3. Close: Press the EXIT key.
Set the Waypoint Radius and Avoidance A radius can be set around a selected waypoint. If you select Avoidance, the radius will be highlighted around the waypoint. To receive an alarm when the waypoint avoidance radius has been crossed, turn on the Waypoint Avoidance Alarm (see Navigation Alarms Overview). 1. Tap the waypoint icon to select it. Tap the Waypoint Name. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a waypoint icon. Press the ENTER key. 2. Select Full Info. 3. Select Radius, and turn it on.
ROUTES Routes link two or more points together to create a path for navigation. A route represents your intended navigation and shows the shortest path from each data point to the next. The distance between each route point is a route leg. You can save 50 routes to the control head. Route Points are stored latitude/longitude positions that connect to form route navigation. Route Start Point Route End Point WARNING! You should always be aware of your surroundings and watch for any potential obstacles.
Marking Route Points with the Touch Screen quick route active start navigation cancel undo last route point show vessel show cursor Tap to Mark Route Points 99 Routes
Starting Quick Route Navigation with the Keypad quick route active start navigation cancel undo last route point show vessel show cursor cursor marking a route point route leg route point Open Go To Menu Routes Move Cursor Position Mark Route Points 100 Start Navigation
Change Route Order During Navigation 1. During navigation, tap Chart in the status bar. Select Go To. OR Press the GO TO key. 2. Select one of the following menu options: Restart Course: Resets navigation to start from the current vessel position to the next point in the route. Next Point: Skips to the next point in the route. Reverse Route: Reverses the currently navigated route. Navigation will start from the vessel position and continue in the opposite order. Cancel Quick Route Navigation 1.
Program a Position and Start Navigation Use the instructions in this section to enter a latitude/longitude position and start navigation to it. Start Navigation to a Latitude/Longitude Position 1. Tap Chart in the status bar. Select Go To. OR Press the GO TO key. 2. Select Lat/Long. 3. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter a position. 4. Select Go To. Cancel Navigation: Press the GO TO key. Select Cancel Navigation.
Creating a Saved Route with the Keypad creating a saved route save route cancel undo last route point show vessel show cursor cursor marking a route point waypoint Open Mark Menu Move Cursor Position Mark Route Point 103 Save Routes
Edit a Route in the Chart View 1. Tap the route to select it. Tap the Route Name. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a route on the chart. Press the ENTER key. 2. Use the Route Info menu to edit the route name, color, and more (see Manage your Navigation Data for more information). 3. Close: Press the EXIT key. Add or Delete Points in a Route 1. Tap the route to select it. Tap the Route Name. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a route on the chart. Press the ENTER key. 2.
SEARCH There are many ways to search the area for ports, services, tide stations, current stations, and other points of interest. You can also search the nearest waypoints, routes, and tracks. In many cases, you can also use the Go To menu to start navigation to your selection. The search options and the search area distance are determined by the selected map source. NOTE: For more information about the ENTER key and the Info menu, see Navigation Menu Overview.
Find the Nearest Navigation Data Use the Find Nearest menu to search for the closest waypoints, routes, and tracks. 1. Tap Chart in the status bar. Select Info. OR Press the ENTER key. 2. Select Find Nearest. 3. Select Waypoints, Routes, or Tracks. 4. Select an item from the displayed list. Tap the item, or press the ENTER key, to see more information if it is available. 5. To start navigation to your selection, press the GO TO key.
TRACKS A track is a collection of track points that contains the vessel’s detailed position history at set intervals. The Current Track shows the position history since the control head was powered on. Record Track must be turned on to enable this feature (see Record a Track). You can clear the Current Track or save it at any time. To change the track point interval, edit saved tracks, and create track settings, see Manage your Navigation Data.
Save the Current Track Use the following instructions to save the current track and start a new track. 1. Tap a track start point or end point. Tap the Track Name. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a track start point or end point. Press the ENTER key. 2. Select Save Track. NOTE: You can also start a new track from the Nav Data tool. See Manage your Navigation Data: Manage Tracks.
Edit a Track in the Chart View 1. Tap a track start point or end point. Tap the Track Name. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a track start point or end point. Press the ENTER key. 2. Edit the track name, style, color, and more from the Track Info menu. 3. Close: Press the EXIT key. NOTE: To change the default appearance for new tracks, or to change the Track Point Interval, see Manage your Navigation Data: Manage Tracks.
MANAGE YOUR NAVIGATION DATA Use the Nav Data tool to manage your saved waypoints, routes, tracks, and groups. You can edit your saved navigation data and start navigation from this tool. Open the Nav Data Tool 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Nav Data tool. Sort Lists 1. Select a saved waypoint, route, or track. 2. Press the EXIT key to select the sort bar. Tap a column name, or move the Joystick and press it on a column name. The first tap/Joystick press will sort the column low to high or A to Z.
Manage Waypoints Edit a Waypoint 1. Under Lists, select Waypoints. 2. Press and hold a waypoint. Select Info. OR Use the Joystick to select a waypoint. Press the ENTER key. 3. Edit the waypoint using the options in the Waypoint Info menu. To see the complete list of options to edit the waypoint, select Full Info. Editing Options for Saved Waypoints or Default Settings Waypoint Name Select the waypoint name and use the on-screen keyboard to change it.
Change the Mark Mode for New Waypoints When you mark a waypoint, the control head assigns an alphanumeric name that can be edited from the Nav Data tool. Use these instructions to change how the control head marks a waypoint, allowing you to mark and edit waypoints as you go, or mark waypoints and edit them with your favorite settings. 1. Under Options, select Waypoints. 2. Select Mark Mode. Mark Mode Options Default When you mark a waypoint, the waypoint name is alphanumeric and starts with wpt.
Create Favorite Settings If you’ve selected Mark Favorites as the Mark Mode for waypoints, use the instructions in this section to preset your favorite icon, color, depth marker, default group, and whether the waypoint is visible or hidden. When you mark a waypoint, you will be given the menu options from your favorite settings to edit the waypoint. Also, see Waypoints: Mark Favorite Waypoints (on the go) for more information. 1. Under Options, select Waypoints. 2. Select Favorite Settings.
Delete a Waypoint 1. Under Lists, select Waypoints. 2. Tap a waypoint or use the Joystick to select it. 3. Press the ENTER key. 4. Select Full Info. 5. Select Delete. Navigate to a Selected Waypoint 1. Under Lists, select Waypoints. 2. Tap a waypoint or use the Joystick to select it. 3. Press the GO TO key. 4. Press the ENTER key, or tap Go To on-screen. Manage Routes Edit a Route 1. Under Lists, select Routes. 2. Press and hold a route. Select Info. OR Use the Joystick to select a route.
Selected Route with Route Points selected route routes selected selected route and preview window summary Delete a Route Point Touch Screen Keypad 1. Under Lists, select Routes. 1. Under Lists, select Routes. 2. Tap a route to open it and display its route points. 2. Use the Joystick to select a route. Press the Joystick to open the route and display its route points. 3. Press and hold a route point. 4. Select Info. 5. Select Full Info. 6. Select Delete Point. 3. Select a route point. 4.
Delete a Route This menu option is not available while the selected route is being navigated. 1. Under Lists, select Routes. 2. Press and hold a route. Select Delete. OR 1. Use the Joystick to select a route. Press the ENTER key. 2. Select Full Info. 3. Select Delete Route. Navigate a Selected Route 1. Under Lists, select Routes. 2. Tap a route or use the Joystick to select it. 3. Press the GO TO key. 4. Press the ENTER key, or tap Go To on-screen.
Record a Track When Record Track is turned on, the control head will save the current track. If you power off the control head and then power on the control head at a different position, there might be gaps in the track. If Record Track is turned off, the track will not be displayed on the Chart View, and the track will not be recorded or saved. 1. Under Options, select Tracks. 2. Select Record Track. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on.
Edit a Saved Track 1. Under Lists, select Tracks. 2. Press and hold a track. Select Info. OR Use the Joystick to select a track. Press the ENTER key. 3. Edit the saved track using the options in the Track Info menu. To see the complete list of options to edit the track, select Full Info. Editing Options for a Saved Track Track Name Select the track name and use the on-screen keyboard to change it. Style Select a line style. Color Select a color.
Manage Groups Use Groups to organize your navigation data (waypoints, routes, and tracks) in one set. Some anglers prefer to group their navigation data by trip, fish-type, body of water, or time of day. Default Group: Your navigation data is saved to My Data, the default group for your control head. You can create new groups and save new navigation data to them. You can also move saved navigation data to a different group. Create a New Group 1. Under Options, select Groups. 2. Select New Group. 3.
Delete All Navigation Data The Delete All menu allows you to select a navigation data category and delete all items in that category. For example, if you select Delete All > Waypoints, all saved waypoints will be deleted. To delete individual waypoints, or other individual navigation items, see the previous sections of Manage your Navigation Data. WARNING! Use this menu with caution! 1. Under Options, select Delete All. 2. Select a category. Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm the deletion.
AUTOCHART LIVE OVERVIEW AutoChart Live uses data from an installed GPS receiver and 2D transducer (down beam, digital CHIRP or single-frequency DualBeam PLUS or DualSpectrum) to create detailed depth maps of your favorite waters. Map Source: Humminbird LakeMaster or Navionics Storage: AutoChart Live saves 8 hours of mapping data on your control head. After 8 hours of data has been collected, you can erase the data and continue mapping, or you can purchase a ZeroLine Map Card for unlimited mapping.
1. PREPARE THE CONTROL HEAD FOR MAPPING When you start your mapping for the day, it is important to note if the water level is higher or lower than usual. It is also important to use your 2D transducer beams exclusively. 1 | Set the Map Source AutoChart LIVE can be used when Humminbird LakeMaster or Navionics is set as the map source. When you install a map card, the map source is changed automatically to match the SD card map source.
7. Press and hold the EXIT key to close the menu system. 8. If there are additional control heads on your boat with a 2D transducer, confirm that they are not pinging while you are mapping. There should be only one 2D transducer pinging on your boat during the recording process. 3 | Confirm Digital Depth and GPS Fix 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select a Chart View from the Views tool or the Favorites bar. 3. Confirm Digital Depth: Confirm the depth digital readout is displayed.
5 | Display the Current Track (optional) It is helpful to display the current track so you can see where the boat has already traveled while you’re recording the map. 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Chart Options. 3. Select Overlays > Nav Data. 4. Tap the Nav Data on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. 5. Add a check mark to Tracks (Active). 6. Press and hold the EXIT key until the menu system is closed.
2. RECORD YOUR CUSTOM MAP While recording your custom map, Chart View will display the depth contour data in real time. Bottom hardness and vegetation will be recording at the same time, however, the data is not displayed in real time on the Chart View. 1. Preparation: Before you start mapping for the day, confirm that the control head is set up as shown in the section Prepare the Control Head for Mapping. 2. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 3.
Collecting Data for your AutoChart LIVE Map depth boat icon contour lines (black lines) depth map in progress current track (red line) depth map scale 3. STOP RECORDING Use the instructions in this section to stop recording. Your map is automatically saved to the control head (internal) or to the ZeroLine Map Card if it is installed. 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select AutoChart LIVE. 3. Select Record.
CORRECT DATA If you see an irregularity in the data (such as lost depth), it can be corrected. Recording must be turned off while you correct the data. 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select AutoChart LIVE. 3. Turn Off Recording: Select Record. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it off. 4. Select Show Raw Data. 5. Press the +ZOOM key to see individual data points. 6.
DISPLAY THE AUTOCHART LIVE MAP You can make changes to the AutoChart Live map during recording or after you’ve saved your map. You can also view bottom hardness or vegetation data, and you can customize how the data is displayed. Display/Hide your Custom Map The custom map can be displayed or hidden while you are recording or after the map is saved. You can also adjust the transparency. Display the Map 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2.
Display the AC Live Color Bar The AC Live Color bar allows you to display the palette icon for AutoChart Live or Bottom Type. You can use this icon to see the selected palette and, from left to right, the AutoChart Live depth range (low to high), Bottom Hardness range (soft to hard), or Vegetation range (soft to hard). Show/Hide the AC Live Color Bar 1. With a Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Chart Options. 3.
ADJUST THE MAP DISPLAY SETTINGS Use the AutoChart Live Options menu to adjust the depth range, contour interval, and map position. You can also change the color palette and shading. Some of the menu options in this section may be displayed in other parts of the menu system so that you can access them quickly. No matter where you make the change, the control head will update the setting across the system.
Change the Display Colors Use the following instructions to change the color palette used to display the AutoChart Live map. Changing the AutoChart Live Color Palette color palette options Change the Color Palette The Color Palette menu changes the colors used to display the AutoChart Live map. The color range is shown in the AC Live Color bar and is affected by the Min Range and Max Range settings. See Adjust the Depth Range for more information. 1.
Change the Shallow Color If you’ve set the Shallow Water Highlight in the Humminbird Settings menu (Chart X-Press Menu > Humminbird Settings), and it is not easy to see with the AutoChart Live color palette you’ve selected, you can change the Shallow Color. See Customize the Chart View for more information. 1. From the AutoChart Live Options menu, select Shallow Color. 2. Select a color.
Change the Water Level Offset When you start your mapping for the day, it is important to note if the water level is higher or lower than usual. See Prepare the Control Head for Mapping for more information. 1. From the AutoChart Live Options menu, select Water Level Offset. 2. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. 3. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the ENTER key, to adjust the setting. If the water level is higher than normal, set a positive amount.
CUSTOMIZE THE BOTTOM HARDNESS DISPLAY SETTINGS The bottom layer is displayed on top of the AutoChart Live map and can be displayed as bottom hardness or vegetation. Bottom Hardness shows strong sonar returns resulting from compacted sediment, rocks, fallen trees, etc. Show/Hide Bottom Hardness The bottom layer is displayed on top of the AutoChart Live map, and you can adjust the transparency to see different layers on the view.
Adjust the Gain Offset Use Gain Offset to tune the bottom hardness display. For example, if you’re fishing a lake where most of the lake has a hard bottom, reduce the gain so only the hardest bottom is displayed. 1. From the AutoChart Live menu, select Hardness Options. 2. Select Gain Offset. 3. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the ENTER key, to adjust the setting.
Change the Bottom Hardness Colors Use the following instructions to change the color palette used to display Bottom Hardness. Change the Hardness Colors The Hardness Color menu changes the colors used to display bottom hardness on the view. The color range is shown in the AC Live Color bar and is affected by the Min Hardness and Max Hardness settings. See Adjust the Hardness Range for more information. 1. From the AutoChart Live menu, select Hardness Options. 2. Select Hardness Color. 3. Select a palette.
CUSTOMIZE THE VEGETATION DISPLAY SETTINGS The Bottom Layer is displayed on top of the AutoChart Live map and can be displayed as bottom hardness or vegetation. Vegetation shows the sonar returns interpreted as vegetation on the Chart View. Both bottom hardness and bottom vegetation cannot be displayed at the same time in Chart View. Show/Hide Vegetation Show Vegetation 1. From the AutoChart Live menu, select Hardness Layer or Vegetation Layer. Tap, or press the ENTER key, to add a check mark to the box. 2.
Adjust the Gain Offset Use Gain Offset to tune the vegetation display. Vegetation will vary with the lake, season, or environment you are fishing, and you should adjust the Gain Offset as needed. 1. From the AutoChart Live menu, select Vegetation Options. 2. Select Gain Offset. 3. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the ENTER key, to adjust the setting. Adjust the Vegetation Range You can adjust the range of vegetation shown on the chart by changing the minimum range and maximum range on the display.
Change the Vegetation Colors The Vegetation Color menu changes the colors used to display vegetation on the view. The color range is shown in the AC Live Color bar and is affected by the Min Vegetation and Max Vegetation settings. See Adjust the Vegetation Range for more information. 1. From the AutoChart Live menu, select Vegetation Options. 2. Select Vegetation Color. 3. Select a palette.
MOSAIC LIVE OVERVIEW The Mosaic Live feature allows you to display Side Imaging data on the Chart View. A Mosaic can be displayed as an overlay while it is being recorded, and you can display saved Mosaics on the Chart View. Mosaic can also be used with a 360 Imaging transducer (separate purchase required). Required Equipment: A Side Imaging transducer or a 360 Imaging transducer, and an SD Card to save recordings.
OPEN THE MOSAIC LIVE MENU 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select a Chart View. 3. Tap Chart in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 4. Select AutoChart Live. 5. Select Mosaic Live. Record and Save a Mosaic When you record a Mosaic, the control head displays the data as an overlay on the Chart View. If you are planning to use AutoChart PC, start a sonar recording before you start recording your Mosaic (see Sonar Recording).
Recording a Mosaic in the Chart View turn on Record add a check mark to display the Mosaic on the Chart View bottom return current track (red line) water column Mosaic 142
CUSTOMIZE THE MOSAIC LIVE DISPLAY You can display or hide a Mosaic, and you can adjust the Mosaic Live display settings while it is being recorded or when it is loaded on the Chart View. Display/Hide the Mosaic Live Overlay Use the instructions in this section to display or hide the Mosaic overlay. You can also adjust the transparency. 1. From the Mosaic Live menu, select Mosaic. 2. Display: Tap the check box, or press the ENTER key, to add a check mark to it.
Change the Palette The Palette menu changes the colors used to display the Mosaic. The palette can be changed while a Mosaic is being recorded, or it can be applied to a saved Mosaic on the Chart View. 1. From the Mosaic Live menu, select Mosaic Options. 2. Select Palette. 3. Select a color palette.
Turn on/off Gain Correct Turn on Gain Correct to automatically tune the transducer signal and filter any clutter that may show up in the Mosaic Live data. 1. From the Mosaic Live Menu, select Mosaic Options. 2. Select Gain Correct. 3. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on or off. Adjust the Sensitivity and Contrast The sensitivity and contrast can be adjusted while the Mosaic is being recorded or it can be adjusted when a saved Mosaic is loaded onto the Chart View.
Turn on/off Contour Mode Contour Mode controls how the water column is displayed in the Mosaic. The location of a target in the Mosaic is influenced by the Contour Mode setting. For more information, see Customize the Side Imaging View: Turn on/off Contour Mode. When Contour Mode turned off, the water column is displayed on the view. The location of a target on the display is based on the slant range to the target.
AUTOPILOT OVERVIEW The Humminbird autopilot (SC 110) connects to the control head network. The Humminbird autopilot system requires a separate purchase. For additional autopilot products and equipment, visit our Web site at humminbird.com. SC 110 Humminbird Autopilot Nav Mode with Chartplotter Input NAV mode active sensor course XTE (Cross-Track Error) WARNING! It is the operator’s responsibility to make prudent decisions regarding personal safety and the operation of the vessel.
Send Navigation Data to the Autopilot When a route is started from the control head, it will communicate with the autopilot to tell it which way to turn to get on course. The Autopilot Navigation menu must be turned on to enable this feature on the control head. navigation menu Enable Autopilot Navigation Use the following instructions to enable Autopilot on the control head. 1. See Installation Information: Configure the Control Head, Set up Autopilot.
RADAR OVERVIEW The radar scanner must be connected to the control head to enable radar features. Some of the features also require a compass/heading sensor. Some of the instructions in the following sections vary depending on the connected radar model.
RADAR TRANSMISSION SETTINGS The Radar Transmit menu can be accessed from the Power X-Press Menu, the Radar X-Press Menu, and the Radar tab in Settings. Start/Stop Radar Transmission Start Transmission: Humminbird CHIRP Radar 1. Power On: Turn on the radar power source (breaker or switch). 2. Open the Power X-Press Menu: Tap the top, right corner of the status bar. OR Press the POWER key. 3. Under Radar, select Standby. 4. Start Transmission: Repeat step 2. Under Radar, select Transmit.
Select the Radar Mode (Humminbird CHIRP Radar only) For optimum radar operation, select the radar mode for your current environment and weather. See the instructions below. 1. With a Radar View displayed on the screen, tap Radar in the status bar, or press the MENU key. 2. Select Mode. 3. Select from the menus shown below. Harbor Use in harbors and most inland areas. Coastal Use near the shoreline. Offshore Use when navigating several miles away from the shoreline.
Set up Timed Transmission Settings Set up Timed Transmission Settings: Humminbird CHIRP Radar 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Radar. 4. Select Timed Transmit, and turn it on. 5. Select Transmit Cycles. Select the number of cycles that the radar will transmit during Timed Transmission mode. 6. Select the Back icon to return to the previous menu, or press the EXIT key. 7. Select Standby Time.
ADJUST THE TRANSMISSION RANGE The scanner transmission range can be adjusted from the X-Press Menu or by pressing the +/- ZOOM keys. The range setting affects all the Radar Views in the control head. The control head will default to the largest chosen area from all of the Radar Views. Adjust the Range with the Keypad 1. Keypad: Press the (+) key or (–) key to increase or decrease the transmission range.
RADAR ALARMS When an alarm is turned on, it will use the control head’s default setting to provide an alert, and you can also adjust the settings used to trigger an alarm. If you will be tracking targets with MARPA or AIS, see AIS and MARPA. Turn on Radar Alarms 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Alarms. 3. Select Alarms > Targets. 4. Under Radar, select an alarm. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on.
Set the Guard Zone If you turned on the Guard Zone alarms in the Alarms tool, use this section to display the Guard Zone and adjust the settings that will trigger the alarm. The settings in this section are optional. You can turn on the Guard Zone alarms and receive alerts using the control head default settings. This menu is available in Custom Mode (see The Menu System: Change the User Mode). 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Open a Radar View. 3. Start Radar Transmission. 4.
Setting the Guard Zone Sector (Keypad) save cancel guard zone (shaded area) 1st guard zone position cursor marking 2nd guard zone position Select a Position Radar Alarms Confirm 156
CUSTOMIZE THE RADAR VIEW The settings in this section are optional. You can use the default settings for the Radar View, or you can customize it with your preferences. See Views for more information. OPEN THE RADAR PREFERENCES MENU The Preferences menu allows you to set the Radar View orientation, vessel offset, and display colors. For more information about view preferences, see Views. 1. With a Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Radar in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2.
Change Radar Display Colors The Radar Colors menu changes the palette used to display radar returns. The Background Colors menu changes the color of the background on Radar Views. 1. From the Preferences menu, select Radar Colors or Background Colors. 2. Select a color palette or background color. NOTE: The available options may vary depending on your radar model.
CHANGE THE RADAR VIEW DATA OVERLAYS Use the Overlays menu to display or hide information on the view. In a Radar View, you can display or hide range rings, range symbols, the compass ring, north indicator, and EBL/VRM readout box. You can also display or hide vessel data, AIS and MARPA targets, navigation data, and the data overlay. The available menu options are determined by the equipment connected to the control head network. Also, see Views for more information about Overlays. 1.
Display Digital Readouts as an Overlay Digital readout data can be displayed as an overlay, and it can be displayed in the data bar. For more information about data overlays, see Views. 1. From the View Options menu, select Data Overlays. 2. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. 3. Tap the menu name, or use the Joystick, to select an item.
ADJUST RADAR SIGNAL SETTINGS Use the settings in this section to filter the returns on the display or increase the amount of returns on the display. Adjust the Gain Setting Use the Gain setting to adjust the sensitivity of the radar. Increase the gain to see more targets on the view, and decrease the gain to reduce the clutter caused by rain or snow. 1. With a Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Radar in the status bar. OR Press the MENU key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Gain. 4.
Changing the Gain Setting Using the Rotary Dial Select a Setting Adjust the Color Gain Setting (Humminbird CHIRP Radar only) Use Color Gain to adjust the contrast of the radar returns on the display. 1. With a Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Radar in the status bar. OR Press the MENU key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Color Gain. 4. Tap the Auto/M button to select Auto or Manual, or press the ENTER key.
Adjust the Sea Clutter Setting Use the Sea Clutter setting to reduce the clutter that may appear on the view during rough sea conditions. 1. With a Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Radar in the status bar. OR Press the MENU key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Sea. 4. Tap the Auto/M button to select Auto or Manual, or press the ENTER key. Manual: If you select Manual, press and hold the slider, or press and hold the ENTER key, to adjust the setting.
EBL/VRM Use EBL (Electronic Bearing Range) and VRM (Variable Range Ring) to measure the distance and bearing between any two targets on the Radar View. The EBL and VRM can be set as a pair, and you can set two pairs. The marker is tied to the center of the vessel. As the vessel’s position and heading move, the EBL/VRM also moves. This menu is available in Custom Mode (see The Menu System: Change the User Mode). Create an EBL/VRM 1. With a Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Radar in the status bar.
Edit an EBL/VRM 1. With a Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Radar in the status bar. OR Press the MENU key. 2. Select EBL/VRM. 3. Under EBL/VRM, select Adjust. 4. Use the Joystick to move the cursor until it is positioned over the chosen EBL/VRM intersection. 5. Press the ENTER key. Turn off an EBL/VRM 1. With a Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Radar in the status bar. OR Press the MENU key. 2. Select EBL/VRM. 3. Select EBL/VRM, and turn it off.
NAVIGATION IN RADAR VIEW You can mark waypoints and start navigation from the Radar View. See Introduction to Navigation for more features and information. NOTE: To display navigation data on the Radar View, see Change the Radar View Data Overlays: Display Navigation Data. Mark a Waypoint There are a variety of ways to mark a waypoint in the Radar View. The basic instructions are shown here. See Introduction to Navigation for more features and information.
Start Navigation There are a variety of ways to start navigation in the Radar View. The basic instructions are shown here. See Introduction to Navigation for more features and information. Start Quick Route Navigation Touch Screen Keypad 1. Tap Radar in the status bar. 1. Press the GO TO key. 2. Select Go To. 2. Select Quick Route. 3. Select Quick Route. 3. Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a position or waypoint. Press the Joystick to mark the first route point. 4.
AIS AND MARPA AIS and MARPA allow the control head to display targets on the Chart and Radar Views. While AIS and MARPA share many of the same menus and functions, some of the requirements and operations are different for each feature. AIS: Targets within the AIS VHF transmission range are displayed on Chart and Radar Views. An AIS and a compass/heading sensor must be connected to the control head to enable this feature. The control head can track up to 100 targets at the same time.
Turn on MARPA Alarms For a MARPA target to be detected, the radar must be transmitting and a return must be identified as a target. The settings in this section are shared with Radar. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Alarms. 3. Select Alarms > Targets. 4. Under Radar, select an alarm and turn it on. (Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on.) Dangerous Target Turn on Dangerous Target to receive an alert if a MARPA target tracked as dangerous is detected in the radar transmission range.
AIS AND MARPA DISPLAY SETTINGS Display AIS and MARPA Targets Use the following instructions to display AIS or MARPA Targets on the Chart View or Radar View. NOTE: If Automatic AIS Tracking is turned on, but you do not see AIS targets on the chart and Radar Views, use these instructions to make sure targets are set to display in the Overlays menu. 1. With a Radar View or Chart View displayed on-screen, tap Radar or Chart in the status bar. OR Press the MENU key once. 2.
Set Target Display Settings In both AIS and MARPA, when a target is identified, it is displayed on the screen with an icon that indicates the target’s safety status. You can set defaults for how the targets will display on the screen. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Targets tool. 3. Select Settings > Target Settings. COG Vector The COG Vector displays a line extending from the target that indicates the last known ship speed.
AIS OVERVIEW When an AIS is connected to the control head network, targets within the AIS VHF transmission range are displayed on the Chart and Radar Views. An AIS and compass/heading sensor are required to enable this feature. The AIS tracks up to 100 targets at once. The AIS also exchanges information with the targets, including vessel identification, position, course, and speed. When a target exits the AIS transmission range, the information will be cleared automatically.
AIS Filter Settings You can also control how many AIS targets are shown on the view by adjusting the filter settings. Turn on/off Range Filter If Range Filter is turned on, targets are displayed from your vessel to the distance you set. Targets outside of the range will not be displayed. If Range Filter is turned off, targets will be displayed within the full range of the AIS equipment’s transmission capabilities. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Targets tool. 3. Select Settings > Range Filter.
AIS Targets Each target is represented by an icon that indicates the vessel type. The color of the target icon is determined by the AIS Target Type shown on the AIS List. The target type shows its status with the following shapes and additional color details.
Track AIS Targets You can turn on tracking for all targets. You can also select individual targets and turn tracking on or off. Turn on/off Automatic AIS Tracking When Automatic AIS Tracking is turned on, all AIS targets are tracked within the equipment’s capabilities. When Automatic AIS tracking is turned off, all AIS targets are not tracked, but you can still track targets individually (see Track a Selected Target). 1. From the Home screen, select the Targets tool. 2.
Start Navigation to a Selected Target Start navigation to a selected target using the following instructions. See Introduction to Navigation for more features and information. Start Navigation to a Selected Target Touch Screen Keypad 1. With a Chart View or Radar View displayed on-screen, tap a target to select it. 1. With a Chart View or Radar View displayed on-screen, use the Joystick to move the cursor to a target. 2. Tap Radar or Chart in the status bar, and select Go To. 2. Press the GO TO key.
Open the AIS Target List The AIS List is based on the last available transmission calculation and includes the targets’ name, MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity, Distance, Bearing, SOG, and Class. The AIS List can be opened in the Targets tool, or it can be opened in the Chart and Radar Views. Open the AIS List from the Targets Tool 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Targets tool. 3. Under Lists, select AIS. Open the AIS List from a View 1.
Display the AIS Data for a Selected Target (Targets Tool) 1. From the Home screen, select the Targets tool. 2. Under Lists, select AIS. 3. Tap a target or use the Joystick to select it. Review the summary information in the dialog box (see the illustration AIS Target Data Received). Display the AIS Data for a Selected Target (Chart View or Radar View) 1. With a Chart View or Radar View displayed on-screen, tap a target to select it. Tap the target name. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to a target.
MARPA TARGETS Use MARPA to track targets on the Radar View. A compass/heading sensor must be attached to the control head network to enable MARPA, and the radar must be transmitting (see Radar Overview). If an AIS is connected, then AIS targets will also be displayed on the Radar View. See AIS and MARPA for more information. The control head tracks up to 20 targets at one time. Each target is assigned a number (1 to 20) and an icon to represent its safety status.
Radar View with MARPA Targets Displayed orientation menu close cursor sensor status icons MARPA target MARPA target OR Press and Hold a Radar Return MARPA Move the Cursor to a Radar Return 180 Press the Joystick to Acquire Target
Cancel Tracking for a Selected Target 1. Select a target from the Radar View, Chart View, or Targets tool. 2. Tap the target name, or press the ENTER key. 3. Select Cancel Target. Cancel Tracking for all Targets (X-Press Menu) Use the instructions in this section to cancel tracking from the X-Press Menu. 1. With a Chart View or Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Chart or Radar in the status bar. Select Info. OR Press the ENTER key. 2. Select MARPA: All Inactive.
Open the MARPA Target List Open the MARPA List from the Targets Tool 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Targets tool. 3. Under Lists, select MARPA. Open the MARPA List from a View 1. With a Chart View or Radar View displayed on-screen, tap Chart or Radar in the status bar. Select Info. OR Press the ENTER key. 2. Select MARPA List. MARPA Targets Data Received sort list by columns selected target target list Sort the MARPA List 1. Press the EXIT key to select the sort bar.
Display the MARPA Data for a Selected Target 1. With a Chart View or Radar View displayed on-screen, tap the target. Tap the target name. OR Use the Joystick to select a target. Press the ENTER key. The dialog box will display the ID, SOG (Speed over Ground), COG (Course over Ground), CPA (Closest Point of Approach), and TCPA (Time to Closest Point of Approach).
SONAR OVERVIEW A functioning transducer must be attached to the control head or selected as the transducer source on the Ethernet network to enable sonar functions. To purchase transducers and black box sonar equipment, visit our Web site at humminbird.com.
MEGA Imaging+ MEGA Side Imaging+ and MEGA Down Imaging+ sonar provides three high frequency options, and includes (2D) Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar. MEGA Imaging+ transducers MEGA SI+ MEGA DI+ XM 14 HW MSI T XTM 14 HW MSI T XPTH 14 HW MSI T XM 14 HW MDI T XTM 14 HW MDI T MEGA SI+ MSI+ sonar uses two very precise sonar beams that 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 from top to bottom.
MEGA DI+ MDI+ sonar beams point down and scan the water with razor-thin, high definition beams that are wide side to side, but very thin from front to back. The beams can be operated at one of three display frequencies: MEGA+, 800 kHz, or 455 kHz. MDI+ also includes (2D) Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar. MEGA+ Select MEGA for the highest resolution, sharpness, and depth (up to 200 ft). 800 kHz Select 800 kHz as an alternative frequency with sharp returns (up to 125 ft).
MEGA Imaging Transducers with (2D) DualBeam PLUS MEGA SI MEGA DI XM 14 20 MSI T XPTH 14 74 MSI T XTM 14 20 MSI T XM 14 MDI T XTM 14 20 MDI T MEGA SI MSI sonar uses two very precise sonar beams that 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 from top to bottom. The beams provide thin slices of the bottom for high resolution imaging. The beams can be operated at one of three display frequencies: MEGA, 800 kHz, or 455 kHz.
(2D) Dual Spectrum CHIRP Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar provides conical coverage directly below the boat. The beam can be adjusted to show the full, narrow, or wide frequency range. The sonar returns are displayed on the Sonar (2D) Views. 25˚ Full Select Full Beam (default) to use the complete frequency range. Narrow Select Narrow Beam for increased bottom detail and better target separation. Wide Select Wide Beam to maximize coverage and show big, clearly defined fish arches.
DualBeam PLUS Sonar DualBeam PLUS sonar provides conical coverage directly below the boat. The beam can be adjusted to show the medium, high, or medium-high frequency range. DualBeam PLUS sonar returns are displayed on the Sonar (2D) Views. 20˚ Medium (83 kHz) Frequency Select Medium Frequency for deep water (more than 800 feet). Medium Frequency can be used for deep returns at high speed. If Medium Frequency is selected, the high frequency beam pings in the background but is not displayed.
SONAR SETUP The available sonar views and menus on the control head are determined by the connected transducer and the selected transducer source. The selected transducer must be pinging to enable the views. When you connect a transducer to a black box sonar or to the SOLIX control head, the transducer will be detected in the network automatically. The best sonar source will be chosen and start pinging automatically.
SONAR ALARMS Before you start navigating and fishing with your control head, set up sonar alarms. A functioning transducer must be attached to the control head or selected as the transducer source on the network to enable all sonar functions. Turn on Sonar Alarms 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Alarms. 3. Select Alarms > Sonar. 4. Select an alarm and turn it on. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. 5.
2D SONAR OVERVIEW As the boat moves, the unit charts the changes in depth on the display to create a profile of the bottom contour. The 2D Sonar View displays the sonar return intensity with different colors. Strong returns often result from rocky or hard bottoms (compacted sediment, rocks, fallen trees), while weaker returns often result from soft bottoms (sand, mud), vegetation, and small fish.
CUSTOMIZE THE 2D SONAR VIEW The settings in this section are optional. You can use the default settings for the 2D Sonar View, or you can customize it with your preferences. See Views for more information. OPEN THE 2D SONAR PREFERENCES MENU The Preferences menu allows you to set the sonar mode, zoom mode, return palette, background color, bottom view, and RTS Window. For more information about view preferences, see Views. 1.
Set the Zoom Mode The Zoom Mode sets the zoom commands to magnify the full pane or the cursor selection. See Use Cursor and Zoom in Sonar Views to apply the zoom features. 1. From the Preferences menu, select Zoom Mode. 2. Select Pane Zoom or Cursor Zoom. Pane Zoom When you use pinch out/in (touch screen) to zoom, or press the +/– ZOOM keys, the view will be magnified. Cursor Zoom When you use pinch out/in (touch screen) to zoom, or press the +/– ZOOM keys, the cursor selection will be magnified.
Sonar View with a Customized Palette and Background preview window menu selection Palette Options Weak Strong Original 1 2 3 Green Red Set the Bottom View Preferences Bottom View selects the method used to represent bottom and structure on the display. There are many ways to display the bottom on the display. 1. From the Preferences menu, select Bottom View. 2. Select Structure ID or White Line. Then, select Bottom Fill and/or Bottom Line to add them to the view.
2D View with Bottom View Options Displayed sonar options menu Structure ID Structure ID represents weak returns in blue and strong returns in red (original palette). If the Palette is changed, the Structure ID will display the strongest return as specified by the palette. White Line White Line highlights the strongest sonar returns in white. This has the benefit of clearly defining the bottom on the display. Bottom Fill Select Bottom Fill to see the shaded bottom filled in with a solid color on the view.
Display the RTS Window The RTS Window plots the depth and intensity of a sonar return. It 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. When you use the cursor to review sonar history, the sonar history will pause, but the RTS Window will continue to display sonar returns in real time. 1. From the Preferences menu, select RTS Window. 2. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on.
2D Sonar View (Split Dual Mode) with RTS Window and Fish ID+ Turned On fish depth number fish icon (83 kHz beam) RTS Window set to A-Scope 2D Sonar 198
CHANGE THE 2D SONAR VIEW OVERLAYS Use the Overlays menu to display or hide information on the view. In the 2D Sonar View, you can display the following: depth lines, depth range, a color bar for the selected palette, temperature graph, beam frequency label, and data overlays. Digital readout data can be displayed as an overlay, and it can be displayed in the data bar. To turn on the data overlay or data bar, see Views: Edit the On-Screen View. For more information about data overlays, see Views. 1.
ADJUST 2D SONAR DISPLAY SETTINGS The X-Press Menu provides menu options to adjust the sensitivity and range as you fish. You can also mark a particular depth and control how fast the sonar history scrolls across the screen. The menu options allow you to see more or less of the sonar returns from the transducer beams as you adjust each setting.
Adjust Display Settings 1. With a 2D Sonar View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (2D) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Sensitivity, Contrast, or Chart Speed. 3. Press and hold the slider, or turn the Rotary dial, to adjust the setting. Sensitivity Sensitivity controls how much detail is shown on the display and will adjust the sensitivity of all sonar frequencies. Decrease the sensitivity to eliminate the clutter from the display that is sometimes present in murky or muddy water.
Change the SwitchFire Mode SwitchFire controls how the sonar returns are displayed in the view. 1. With a 2D Sonar View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (2D) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select SwitchFire. 3. Select Clear Mode or Max Mode. SwitchFire: Clear Mode SwitchFire: Max Mode Tap to open the SwitchFire menu in the status bar. Tap to open the SwitchFire menu in the status bar. Choose Clear Mode to see less clutter and more fish size accuracy on the display.
Set the Range Range controls how much of the water column is displayed on the view. For example, if you are only interested in the area between 20 and 50 feet deep, set the Upper Range to 20 and the Lower Range to 50. The view will not display sonar returns outside of the set ranges, and greater detail for the selected range will be displayed. 1. With a 2D Sonar View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (2D) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Range. 3. Select Upper Range.
2D Sonar View Tap to open the SwitchFire menu in the status bar. frequency menu OR Press and Hold to Change the Setting Tap to Select Adjust Beam Sensitivity Your control head model may allow you to adjust the sensitivity of individual frequencies. The available frequencies are determined by your control head model and the installed transducer. Use the following instructions to adjust a single beam. 1.
SIDE IMAGING OVERVIEW (SIDE IMAGING TRANSDUCER REQUIRED) Side Imaging beams “illuminate” the bottom contour, structure, and fish. The side beam coverage is very thin from front to back, yet very wide from top to bottom. The bottom composition determines the intensity of the sonar return, and upward slopes that face the transducer reflect sonar better than downward slopes that face away from the transducer.
Interpreting the Side Imaging View To visualize how Side Imaging works, the Side Imaging View illustration can be folded down the middle and then folded again at the lowest point of the water column. The raised area reveals the water column with its relative depth of the water under the vessel. In the Side Imaging View, variations in the width of the water column show variations in the distance to the bottom as the vessel passes over.
CUSTOMIZE THE SIDE IMAGING VIEW The settings in this section are optional. You can use the default settings for the view, or you can customize it with your preferences. See Views for more information. OPEN THE SIDE IMAGING PREFERENCES MENU The Preferences menu allows you to select a beam to display, set the zoom mode, return palette, and turn on Contour Mode and SI Navigation. For more information about view preferences, see Views. 1.
Turn on/off Contour Mode Contour Mode controls how the water column is displayed in the Side Imaging Views. When Contour Mode turned off, the water column is displayed on the view. The location of a target on the display is based on the slant range to the target. When Contour Mode is turned on, the bottom is graphed at a constant point on the display, regardless of changes in depth. The Side Imaging beams are divided by a vertical line.
CHANGE THE SIDE IMAGING VIEW OVERLAYS Use the Overlays menu to display or hide information on the view. In the Side Imaging View, you can display the following: boat icon, range lines, range intervals, side label, frequency label, and data overlays. To turn on the data overlay or data bar, see Views: Edit the On-Screen View. For more information about data overlays, see Views. 1. With a Side Imaging View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (SI) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2.
ADJUST SIDE IMAGING DISPLAY SETTINGS The X-Press Menu provides menu options to adjust the sensitivity, contrast, sharpness, and range as you fish. You can also mark a particular range, and you can control how fast the sonar history scrolls across the screen. The menu options allow you to see more or less of the sonar returns from the transducer beams as you adjust each setting. Adjust Display Settings 1.
Change the SwitchFire Mode SwitchFire controls how the sonar returns are displayed in the view. 1. With a Side Imaging View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (SI) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select SwitchFire. 3. Select Clear Mode or Max Mode. Clear Mode Choose Clear Mode to see less clutter and more fish size accuracy on the display.
range markers Display Range Markers To mark a specific range on the view, turn on Range Marker. This menu is available in Custom Mode (see The Menu System: Change the User Mode). 1. With a Side Imaging View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (SI) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Sonar Options > Range Marker. 3. Select Left Marker or Right Marker. 4. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. 5.
DOWN IMAGING OVERVIEW (DOWN IMAGING TRANSDUCER OR SIDE IMAGING TRANSDUCER REQUIRED) The images you see on the Down Imaging display are produced using sonar technology. Each time the unit pings, a strip of data representing all the echoes received by the transducer are put together on the display to form the image that you see. Like traditional 2D Sonar, the sonar history scrolls left across the screen. Down Imaging beams “illuminate” the bottom contour, structure, and fish.
CUSTOMIZE THE DOWN IMAGING VIEW The settings in this section are optional. You can use the default settings for the view, or you can customize it with your preferences. See Views for more information. OPEN THE DOWN IMAGING PREFERENCES MENU The Preferences menu allows you to set the palette, zoom mode, and bottom line. For more information about view preferences, see Views. 1. With a Down Imaging View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (DI) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Sonar Options.
Set the Zoom Mode The Zoom Mode sets the zoom commands to magnify the full pane or the cursor selection. See Use Cursor and Zoom in Sonar Views to apply the zoom features. 1. From the Preferences menu, select Zoom Mode. 2. Select Pane Zoom or Cursor Zoom. Pane Zoom When you use pinch out/in (touch screen) to zoom, or press the +/– ZOOM keys, the view will be magnified. Cursor Zoom When you use pinch out/in (touch screen) to zoom, or press the +/– ZOOM keys, the cursor selection will be magnified.
CHANGE THE DOWN IMAGING VIEW OVERLAYS Use the Overlays menu to display or hide information on the view. In the Down Imaging View, you can display the following: depth range, beam frequency label, and data overlays. Digital readout data can be displayed as an overlay, and it can be displayed in the data bar. To turn on the data bar, see Views: Display a Data Bar. For more information about data overlays, see Views. 1.
ADJUST DOWN IMAGING DISPLAY SETTINGS The X-Press Menu provides menu options to adjust the sensitivity and range as you fish. You can also mark a particular depth, and you can control how fast the sonar history scrolls across the screen. The menu options allow you to see more or less of the sonar returns from the transducer beams as you adjust each setting.
Adjust Display Settings 1. With a Down Imaging View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (DI) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Sensitivity, Contrast, Chart Speed, or Sharpness. 3. Press and hold the slider, or turn the Rotary dial, to adjust the setting. Sensitivity Sensitivity controls how much detail is shown on the display and will adjust the sensitivity of all sonar frequencies.
Set the Range Range controls how much of the water column is displayed on the view. For example, if you are only interesed in the area between 20 and 50 feet deep, set the Upper Range to 20 and the Lower Range to 50. The view will not display sonar returns outside of the set ranges, and greater detail for the selected range will be displayed. 1. With a Down Imaging View displayed on-screen, tap Sonar (DI) in the status bar, or press the MENU key once. 2. Select Range. 3. Select Upper Range.
USE CURSOR AND ZOOM IN SONAR VIEWS (2D, SI, DI) You can use the cursor in the 2D Sonar, Side Imaging, and Down Imaging Views. With the cursor activated, you can magnify sonar returns on the view to get a closer look. NOTE: To display the 2D Sonar View in Split Zoom mode, see Customize the 2D Sonar View: Change the Sonar Mode. Change the Zoom Mode In 2D Sonar View and Down Imaging View, the sonar returns will be magnified based on the Zoom Mode setting.
Using Cursor Zoom Mode (2D Sonar View) show cursor exit cursor selection magnified location of cursor in sonar history (2D and DI only) frequency label OR Tap to Activate the Cursor Pinch out to Magnify the Selection Move the Joystick to Activate the Cursor 221 Press the + ZOOM key to Magnify the Selection Sonar Cursor & Zoom
NAVIGATION IN SONAR VIEWS (2D, SI, DI) To mark waypoints and start navigation, the control head must have a GPS fix from a connected or internal GPS receiver. The navigation menus can be accessed from the X-Press Menu, touch screen, and the keypad. Mark a Waypoint You can mark a waypoint on the Sonar Views using the keypad or touch screen. You can also mark a waypoint at the vessel position or the cursor position. Mark a Waypoint at the Vessel Position Touch Screen Keypad 1.
Navigate to a Position Use the instructions in this section to start navigation to a position in the Sonar Views. See Introduction to Navigation for more information about these features. Start Navigation Touch Screen Keypad 1. Press and hold a position on the Sonar View. 1. Press the GO TO key. 2. Select Go To Cursor. 2. To start navigation to a saved position, select Nav Data. Select a saved position, and press the GO TO key. To enter a latitude/longitude position, select Lat/Long. 3.
SONAR RECORDING Use the Sonar Recording menu to record active sonar information. Sonar recordings are saved to an installed SD card, and you can play your saved sonar recordings from the Recordings tool. When the recording is played back, the views that were active during the recording are available. You can also adjust the view settings and mark waypoints during playback.
IMAGES TOOL The Images tool displays the screen snapshots saved to the control head or to the installed SD cards. You can edit, rename, copy, and delete a screen snapshot. You can also view your saved screen snapshots (JPG files) as a slide show. Take a Screen Snapshot Use the screen snapshot feature to take a picture of the on-screen view. The screen snapshot includes the warnings, menus, and messages that were active when the screen snapshot was taken.
Sort Screen Snapshots 1. From the Images tool, select Settings. 2. Select Sort Options. 3. Select a sort option to sort by Name, Date, or File Type. To view the images from newest to oldest, select Reverse Order. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. Screen Snapshot Settings Screen snapshots are automatically saved to the control head as JPG files. To save screen snapshots to an SD card, set up the save location in advance.
Create a Waypoint with Screen Snapshot If you turn on Create Waypoint in the Images tool, each time a screen snapshot is taken, the waypoint position will be saved. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Images tool. 3. Select Settings. 4. Select Create Waypoint. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on. When a screen snapshot is taken with Create Waypoint turned on, the screen snapshot will display a waypoint icon in the Images tool preview.
Display Screen Snapshots and Slideshow When you select a saved screen snapshot (JPG file) from the Images tool, you can display it in full-screen using the touch screen or keypad. Using the Touch Screen with a Saved Screen Snapshot start slideshow close Previous Image: tap arrow or swipe left to right Next Image: tap arrow or swipe right to left Display a Screen Snapshot Touch Screen 1. From the Images tool, tap a screen snapshot. Scroll to the Next Image/Previous Image: Tap the on-screen arrows.
Set up the Slideshow Screen snapshots and pictures from your camera’s SD card can be displayed in a slideshow. You can use the control head default settings to play the slide show, or you can set the slideshow to loop or shuffle. 1. From the Images tool, select Settings. 2. To set up the slide show so it runs continuously, turn on Loop. To set up the slide show so it displays screen snapshots randomly, turn on Shuffle. Play the Slideshow 1. Under Options, select Start Slideshow. 2.
Edit Screen Snapshots The Images Options menu allows you to edit the name and review the file information for the selected screen snapshot. You can also copy screen snapshots to another save location or delete them. Change a Screen Snapshot Name 1. From the Images tool, press and hold a screen snapshot. OR Use the Joystick to select a screen snapshot. Press the MENU key. 2. Select Name. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter a name. 3. Select Save.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION This section includes information that may be required to connect new equipment or a new accessory to the control head. There are several configurations available for your SOLIX control head. You can network control heads, connect accessories to an Ethernet network, connect to a NMEA 2000 network, and add transducers to your system through black box sonar. For configuration options and the latest Humminbird accessories, visit our Web site at humminbird.com.
SET UP OR CHANGE TRANSDUCER SETTINGS (ADVANCED SETTINGS) When you connect a transducer to a black box sonar or to the SOLIX control head, the transducer will be detected in the network automatically. The best transducer source will be chosen and start pinging automatically. If you connect an accessory transducer to the network, the unit will recognize the new transducer. WARNING! The instructions in this section are advanced and not recommended for the typical user.
6. Sonar Capabilities: On the Transducer Setup menu, add a check mark next to each sonar capability for the selected transducer. 2D Transducer Setup (83/200 kHz or 50/200 kHz) For example, for a 2D transducer, the 2D Sonar menu needs to be checked. For a Side Imaging transducer, 2D Sonar, SI Sonar, and DI Sonar need to be checked because the transducer includes all three capabilities. See the illustrations for examples.
1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select CHIRP Sonar. 4. Under 2D CHIRP, select 2D CHIRP Frequency Select. 5. Select a frequency. See the Frequency Select Options tables on the following pages. To access all beams in the 2D Sonar View, but view individual frequencies on different control heads, select Auto, Medium, or Medium/High Frequency.
Select and Display Frequencies for the Side Imaging View (optional, CHIRP MEGA SI and CHIRP MEGA SI+ models only) Use the instructions in this section to choose a frequency that will be used for the Side Imaging View. QUICK TIP! You can also select this menu on the status bar and in the X-Press Menu in Side Imaging View. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select CHIRP Sonar. 4. Under Side Imaging CHIRP, select SI Frequency Select and Display. 5. Select a frequency.
CHIRP MEGA DI and MEGA SI Models DI Frequency Select and Display Options (CHIRP Off, On) MEGA+ Select MEGA+ for the highest resolution, sharpness, and range (up to 200 ft). MEGA Select MEGA for the highest resolution, sharpness, and range (up to 125 ft). 800 kHz Select 800 kHz as an alternative frequency with sharp returns (up to 125 ft). 455 kHz Select 455 kHz for deep water and overall coverage (up to 400 ft).
Setting the 2D CHIRP Frequency Spectrum set the frequency spectrum for each beam Turn On/Off CHIRP Sonar (not recommended) To view digital CHIRP sonar, CHIRP must be turned on. To view single frequency sonar, turn CHIRP off. You can also adjust the single frequency range. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select CHIRP Sonar. 4. Select 2D CHIRP, DI CHIRP, or SI CHIRP. 5. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key, to turn it on or off.
Change the Water Type Use the instructions in this section to change the Water Type setting. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings 3. Select CHIRP Sonar. 4. Under Sonar Settings, select Water Type. 5. Select Fresh Water, Salt Water (200 ft [61 m) or deeper), or Salt Water Shallow (20 ft [6.1 m] or less). Tap the item or use the Joystick to make your selection.
Change Imaging+ Presets (MEGA SI+ and DI+ models only) Use one of the Imaging+ Presets to change your frequency for maximum detail or maximum coverage. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select CHIRP Sonar. 4. DI+: Under DI CHIRP Frequency Spectrum, select one of the presets: Increased Detail, Increased Depth 1, Increased Depth 2. SI+: Under SI CHIRP Frequency Spectrum, select one of the presets: Increased Detail, Increased Range 1, Increased Range 2.
CONFIGURE HUMMINBIRD RADAR (INSTALLATION AND REPAIR ONLY) The instructions in this section apply to the following Humminbird radar models only: • RH 5 • RH 44 • AS 21RD4KW • AS 12RD2KW NOTE: The instructions in this section do not apply to the Humminbird CHIRP radar. Radar Configuration The radar should be configured by a qualified radar technician after installation or equipment repair. The settings in this section should only be needed periodically.
3. Gain: Turn the Rotary dial to adjust the gain. The gain controls the amplification of the radar signal. 4. Close: Tap the Back icon, or press the EXIT key. Main Bang Suppression Set the Main Bang Suppression to create a range around the vessel, or the center of the radar pane, where the radar signal will be suppressed. The targets in this range will not be seen. WARNING! Targets in the Main Bang Suppression Range are not displayed on the Radar View. 1.
Set the Sector Blanking Range Sector Blanking sets an area where the radar will not scan. This setting is useful for preventing reflections or false echoes from displaying on the Radar View; however, any targets within this range are not displayed on the screen. WARNING! Targets in the Sector Blanking Range are not displayed on the Radar View. 1. Select Sector Blanking from the Installation menu. 2. Select Sector Start.
CONFIGURE THE CONTROL HEAD Use the instructions in this section to review control head and network connections, select baud rates and NMEA 0183 Output sentences, and name the control heads and networks. When the SOLIX control head equipment and accessories are installed, the Setup Guide provides the prompts to guide you through configuring the unit.
Sensor Port Connections (GPS and NMEA 0183) When equipment is connected to the control head, the equipment and its data will be detected automatically. You can also manually select data, set the data offset, baud rate, and NMEA output sentences from the Sensor Port submenus. The available menus are determined by the attached equipment. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Network. 4. Under Sensor Port, select a port menu.
NMEA 0183 Message Description Input Output AAM Waypoint Arrival Alarm • APB Heading/Track Controller (Autopilot) Sentence “B” • BOD Bearing-Origin to Destination • BWC Bearing & Distance to Waypoint - Great Circle • BWR Bearing & Distance to Waypoint - Rhumb Line • DBT Depth Below Transducer • • DPT Depth • • GGA Global Positioning System Fix Data • • GLL Geographical Position - Latitude/Longitude • • GNS GNSS Fix Data • • GSA GNSS DOP and Active Satellites • • GSV
Set up Autopilot If you are using a separate-purchase Humminbird autopilot (SC 110) with the SOLIX control head, it is important to review the following: • Read the autopilot manual completely so you understand the installation and operation requirements before you use the equipment. • There are many safety precautions that must be considered before you use the equipment. See the autopilot manual for more information.
SET UP A NMEA 2000 NETWORK Use the instructions in this section if a NMEA 2000 network is connected to the control head. When equipment is connected to the control head, the equipment and its data will be detected automatically. You can also manually select equipment and set the data offset. The available menus are determined by the attached equipment. NOTE: Humminbird recommends that the NMEA 2000 network be installed by a certified NMEA 2000 technician. See NMEA.org for details.
NMEA 2000 Network Devices Selected Manually Turn off Auto-Select selected device devices detected but not selected NMEA 2000 Network Devices Selected Automatically Turn on Auto-Select devices detected and selected on the NMEA 2000 network NMEA 2000 Setup 248
Set NMEA 2000 Data Offsets 1. From the NMEA 2000 Sensor port menu, select Data Offsets. 2. Select a device. 3. Tap the on/off slider, or press the ENTER key, to turn it off. 4. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the ENTER key, to set the offset amount. NMEA 2000 Data Offset Turn off the slider to manually adjust the data offset.
NMEA 2000 Messages (PGN) The following NMEA 2000 input/output messages are available when NMEA 2000 is turned on and the related NMEA 2000 equipment is detected and selected as a source.
NMEA 2000 AIS Messages (PGN) The following NMEA 2000 input/output messages are available when NMEA 2000 is turned on and an AIS is detected and selected as a source on the NMEA 2000 network.
Engine 1 Source Auto-Configured Engine (1) is selected When AutoConfigure is turned on, the control head assigns numbers to each engine automatically. Instance 0 = Engine 1 Source Change the Engine Source Assignments The instructions in this section are optional and allow you to change which engine is assigned as the Engine 1, Engine 2, or Engine 3 source in the control head. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Network. 4. Select Data Sources. 5.
Set up Fuel Tanks The Setup Guide provides prompts to set up the fuel tanks in the system, and it assigns a source number to each fuel tank. If a NMEA 2000 fuel tank sensor and a fuel flow rate sensor are installed, the control head can display fuel levels automatically. If only a fuel flow rate sensor is installed, you need to set up the fuel tanks manually to manage fuel levels. Set up the Number of Tanks The number of engines and tanks are entered using the Setup Guide during initial installation.
Setting up Fuel Tanks Manually settings select Manual select Fuel Capacity to enter data manually Displaying the Fuel Tool Open the Fuel Tool 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select the Fuel tool. Refill the Tank(s) The menu options in this section are determined by the Fuel Management Mode (Manual or Automatic). See Set the Fuel Tank Capacity for more information. 1. Open the Fuel tool, and select Refuel. 2. To fill the tank to the top, select Fill Up or Reset Fuel Used.
Change the Fuel Tank or Fuel Flow Source Assignments The instructions in this section are optional and allow you to change which fuel tank is assigned as the Tank 1, Tank 2, or Tank 3 source in the control head. You can also use these instructions to change the fuel flow rate Sensors (Fuel Flow) assignments. The menu options are determined by the type of sensors installed. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Network. 4. Select Data Sources. 5.
SET UP YOUR HUMMINBIRD NETWORK When the Humminbird network is fully installed, configure the network so the control heads and equipment are synchronized across the network. Depending on your network configuration, your options may include sources from remote control head(s), NMEA 0183, Ethernet, and NMEA 2000. Use the intructions in this section to complete the following network setup requirements: 1. Configure a new network. 2. Select transducers from the network. 3. Change GPS sources. 4.
1 | Configure a New Network Use the instructions in this section if you have more than one Humminbird control head connected to the network. Configuring the network synchronizes the control head settings. If there is only one control head on the network, skip this section. Proceed to section 2: Select Sonar Sources. Preparation 1. Confirm all control heads and network equipment are powered on. 2. Designate one control head as the main control head.
Sonar Source Overview When the network is configured, you can select any transducer from the network to provide the sonar data on the control head. The sonar sources can be shared between control heads or you can use individual sonar sources on each control head. The transducer you select on the 2D Sonar tab will provide the data for the 2D Sonar Views and related digital readouts.
Select Sonar Sources Use the instructions in this section to assign sonar sources to each control head. The sonar sources can be shared between control heads or you can use different sonar sources on each control head. 1. From the Sonar Source Menu, select the first tab. In the following illustration, the first tab is 2D. selected source transducer setup menu Select the 2D Sonar tab to select a 2D sonar source. 2D source options 2D beams pinging (turned on) 2. Select the transducer connection location.
3 | Select GPS Sources (optional) The SOLIX control head defaults to the internal GPS receiver as the primary source (GPS [1]). If you connect an external GPS receiver to the control head, it will be assigned as the secondary source GPS (2). If you connect an external GPS receiver to the control head, it will be assigned as the primary source GPS (1). GPS (1) provides position data, Speed over Ground (SOG), Course over Ground (COG), waypoints, routes, tracks, and navigation calculations to the control head.
4 | Select Data Sources (optional) When the network has been configured, you can choose sources from the entire network. Depending on your network configuration, your options may include sources from remote control head(s), NMEA 0183, Ethernet, and NMEA 2000. Sources are shared across the network. In some situations, sources can be individualized for each control head. For example, Control Head A can use one transducer and Control Head B can use a different transducer.
CHANGE THE NETWORK NAME The Network Info menu allows you to name each network so it is easy to identify in the system. You can also review network information from the dialog box. 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Network. 4. Select Network Info. 5. Select Rename Network. Use the on-screen keyboard to change the control head name. 6. Select Save.
Manually Selecting a Source for Temp (1) Temp (1) is selected information about the selected source When Auto-Configure is turned off, you can manually select a source. selected source assigned to Temp (1) The sources you select will provide the data for the related digital readouts and more, depending on your selection. In the illustration above, see Information about the Selected Source. The Temp 1 digital readout data is provided by the Temp (1) source.
MANAGE YOUR CONTROL HEAD Many of the control head settings can be accessed from the Settings tool (General Menu) or from the Power X-Press Menu in the status bar. Open the Settings Tool 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select General. Open the Power X-Press Menu Many of the control head settings can be accessed quickly from the Power X-Press Menu. You can also turn off Radar transmission or change the transducer source from this menu. 1. Tap the top, right corner of the status bar.
Turn on/off Key Sounds 1. Press the HOME key. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select General. 4. Select Key Sounds. 5. Tap the on/off button, or press the ENTER key. Import/Export Files It is important to back up your data files periodically. Data files should also be saved to your PC before restoring the unit’s defaults or updating software. WARNING! Humminbird is not responsible for the loss of data files (waypoints, routes, tracks, groups, snapshots, recordings, etc.
UPDATE SOFTWARE As you build your Humminbird network, it is important to keep your control head and accessories software up to date. Accessories such as i-Pilot Link, 360 Imaging, and Ethernet Switches are updated through the SOLIX control heads. You can update software using an SD or microSD card (depending on your SOLIX model) or using the built-in Bluetooth and the Humminbird FishSmart App. Preparation: We recommend that you read this section completely before starting any software updates.
4. Under Source, select Internal. 5. Press and hold one of the screen snapshots. OR Use the Joystick to select a screen snapshot. Press the MENU key. 6. Select Copy All. 7. Select a Save Location: Save to the SD Card (left slot = SD Card 1, right slot = SD Card 2). 8. Repeat the steps in this section on each control head. 3 | Check the Current Software Version It is helpful to review the software version number that is currently installed on the control head and each accessory. 1. Press the HOME key. 2.
Update Software Automatically 1. Press the POWER key. Follow the on-screen prompts to start normal mode on the control head. 2. Install the SD card with the software file(s) into the control head card slot. 3. A dialog box will display to start the software update. To start the control head software update, select Install. When SUCCESS is displayed, the software update is finished. If you have accessories to update, proceed to Update Accessories.
6 | Update Accessories Accessory software is updated from the Files tool, and the process is similar to updating the control head software. It is important to review the following tips: • Update the control head and accessories in the order they appear on the software update list in the Files Tool. Sonar Black Boxes (SM3000) and Ethernet Switches must be updated individually on the software update list.
SPECIFICATIONS The following sections contain the product specifications for the SOLIX control head and the (included) transducer. The sections are divided between G1 (first generation) and G2 (second generation) SOLIX models. For additional information about your product and/or transducers, visit our Web site at humminbird.com. SOLIX 2D G1 Control Head SOLIX 10 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SOLIX SI G1 Control Head SOLIX 10 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.1 inches (256.54 mm) SOLIX 12 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.1 inches (307.3 mm) SOLIX 15 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DualBeam PLUS Operating Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 kHz and 83 kHz Depth Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1500 ft (457 m) Area of Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SOLIX DI G1 Control Head SOLIX 10 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.1 inches (256.54 mm) SOLIX 12 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.1 inches (307.3 mm) SOLIX 15 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2D Sonar Operating Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 kHz Depth Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200 ft (366 m) Area of Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SOLIX MEGA SI+ G2 Control Head SOLIX 10 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.1 inches (256.54 mm) SOLIX 12 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.1 inches (307.3 mm) SOLIX 15 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dual Spectrum CHIRP Default Operating Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 kHz - 220 kHz Depth Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200 ft (366 m) Area of Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SOLIX MEGA DI+ G2 Control Head SOLIX 10 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.1 inches (256.54 mm) SOLIX 12 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.1 inches (307.3 mm) SOLIX 15 Display Size (diagonal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2D Sonar Operating Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 kHz Depth Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200 ft (366 m) Area of Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SOLIX 10 Control Head Measurements SOLIX 10 In-Dash Mount (separate purchase required) Width 11.8" (300 mm) Height 7.1" (179.3 mm) Depth 1.52" (38.6 mm) SOLIX 10 Gimbal Mount Width 11.8" (299.7 mm) Height 7.1" (180.3 mm) Depth 4.5" (114.
SOLIX 12 Control Head Measurements SOLIX 12 In-Dash Mount (separate purchase required) Width 13.8" (350.5 mm) Height 8.2" (208.5 mm) Depth 1.2" (30.5 mm) SOLIX 12 Gimbal Mount Width 13.8" (350.5 mm) Height 8.7" (221 mm) Depth 4.
SOLIX 15 Control Head Measurements SOLIX 15 In-Dash Mount (separate purchase required) Width 16.5" (419.9 mm) Height 10.1" (256.5 mm) Depth 1.2" (30.5 mm) SOLIX 15 Gimbal Mount Width 16.5" (419 mm) Height 10.5" (266.7 mm) Depth 4.
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