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Eagle CUDA 250 S/Map User Manual

Eagle CUDA 250 S/Map
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Pub. 988-0152-101
www.eaglesonar.com
& Cuda 250i S/Map
Fish-finding Sonar & GPS
Installation and Operation
Instructions

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Eagle CUDA 250 S/Map Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHandheld GPS
Waypoints500
Routes20
Battery2 AA batteries
WaterproofIPX7
DisplayColor
GPS Receiver12-channel
Expansion SlotNo

Summary

Section 1: Read Me First!

Capabilities and Specifications

Details the general, sonar, and GPS capabilities and specifications of the Cuda 250 S/Map unit.

How Your Sonar Works

Explains the fundamental principles of sonar technology for fish finding and underwater detection.

How Your GPS Works

Describes the basic operation of the GPS receiver, satellite signals, and position calculation.

Manual Conventions

Explains the typographical conventions used in the manual for clarity and ease of use.

Section 2: Installation

Transducer Installation

Provides instructions for installing the Skimmer transducer on a transom, trolling motor, or inside a hull.

Mounting Options

Compares shoot-thru-hull and transom mounting methods for transducers.

Power and Cable Connections

Details how to properly connect the unit to a 12-volt battery system for optimal performance.

Portable Sonar Installation

Explains how to set up and use the unit in a portable configuration with optional power packs.

Section 3: Basic Sonar Operation

Keyboard and Controls

Identifies and explains the function of each key on the unit's keypad.

Menus and Navigation

Guides users through accessing and navigating the Main Menu and Sonar Menu.

Sonar Quick Reference

Provides a concise, step-by-step guide for basic sonar operation in common fishing situations.

Sonar Operations

Offers basic operational advice, focusing on adjusting sensitivity for optimal viewing.

Section 4: Sonar Options & Features

ASP™ (Advanced Signal Processing)

Explains the ASP feature for noise rejection and improving display quality under various conditions.

Alarms

Details the three types of sonar alarms: Fish, Zone, and Depth alarms.

Depth Range Settings

Covers automatic and manual depth range settings for optimizing sonar display.

Fish I.D.™ and FishTrack™

Explains the Fish I.D. feature for symbol identification and FishTrack for depth display.

Sensitivity Adjustment

Guides users on adjusting sensitivity levels in both auto and manual modes for better target detection.

Set Keel Offset

Explains how to calibrate depth indicators for accurate readings relative to the boat's keel.

Sonar Display Modes

Describes the three Sonar chart display options: Full, Split Zoom, and Digital Data.

Sonar Simulator

Details how to use the built-in simulator to practice unit operation without going on the water.

Zoom Features

Explains how to use the ZIN and ZOUT keys for enlarging details and the Zoom Bar function.

Section 5: Sonar Troubleshooting

Unit Power and Mode Issues

Addresses problems related to the unit not turning on or operating in demo mode.

Signal Quality Problems

Helps diagnose issues like weak bottom echoes, erratic readings, or no fish signals.

Noise Interference

Provides steps to identify and minimize electrical noise affecting sonar display.

Section 6: Basic GPS Operations

Keyboard and Power Controls

Introduces GPS keyboard layout and how to turn the unit and backlight on/off.

Main Menu and Pages

Explains how to access the Main Menu and switch between different GPS pages.

Position Finding

Guides on how to find and acquire current position using GPS satellites.

Map Navigation Basics

Covers moving around the map using zoom and cursor keys.

Waypoint Creation

Details methods for creating and saving waypoints at current position or by entering coordinates.

Trail Recording

Explains how the unit automatically creates and records travel trails.

Route Creation

Guides on creating and saving routes by linking existing waypoints or map locations.

Section 7: Advanced GPS Operations

Distance Measurement

Explains how to measure distance from current position or between two points on the map.

Icon Management

Covers creating, selecting, and deleting icons on the map.

Navigate to an Icon

Guides on navigating to a selected icon's location on the map.

Route Navigation

Details how to navigate a route forward or in reverse, including arrival alarms.

Trail Navigation

Explains methods for following trails: visual, forward navigation, and backtracking.

Waypoint Management

Covers deleting, editing names, symbols, and positions of waypoints.

Section 8: GPS Setup Options

Alarms

Explains how to set and manage GPS alarms such as arrival, off-course, and anchor alarms.

Auto Satellite Search

Describes the process of acquiring satellite signals and the auto search function.

Coordinate System Selection

Allows selection of display formats for position coordinates like degrees or UTM.

Map Fix and Datum

Covers configuring map fix and selecting map datums for accurate positioning.

Map Orientation

Explains how to set map orientation to North Up, Track Up, or Course Up.

Overlay Data

Details how to customize displayed data like depth, speed, and temperature on various pages.

Reset Options

Allows resetting all unit features, options, and settings to factory defaults.

Screen Contrast and Brightness

Guides on adjusting the display's contrast and brightness levels.

Units of Measure

Enables setting preferred units for speed, distance, depth, temperature, altitude, and heading.

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