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Humminbird 500 series User Manual

Humminbird 500 series
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Table of Contents

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Humminbird 500 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sonar TypeDualBeam PLUS
Target Separation2.5 Inches
Water ResistanceIPX7
Operating Temperature-15°C to 55°C
Display Size5 inches
Display TypeColor
Sonar Frequency200 kHz / 455 kHz
Frequency200/455 kHz

Summary

Power On the Unit

How Sonar Works

DualBeam Sonar

Explains the 200/83 kHz DualBeam sonar system and its coverage.

What’s On the Sonar Display

Understanding the Sonar Display

Details the meaning of vertical bands and the scrolling effect of sonar returns.

Bottom Presentation

Details how bottom contour and hardness are represented on the display.

Views

Sonar View

Presents a historical log of sonar returns with depth and digital readouts.

Chart View

Displays cartography with current position, track, waypoints, and routes.

Chart/Sonar Combo View

Splits the screen for simultaneous Chart and Sonar view displays.

Introduction to Navigation

Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks

Defines waypoints, routes, and tracks for navigation planning and tracking.

Navigate to a Waypoint or Position

Explains how to start navigation to a cursor position or saved waypoint.

Save, Edit, or Delete a Route

Covers creating, modifying, and deleting navigation routes.

What’s on the 500 Series™ Control Head

Key Functions

Describes the purpose and operation of the control head's keys.

The Menu System

Start-Up Options Menu

Explains options for powering on the unit (Normal, Simulator, System Status).

Main Menu

Details the organized menu structure with tabbed headings (Alarms, Sonar, etc.).

Alarms Menu Tab

Depth Alarm

Sets an audible alert when the water depth reaches a specified minimum.

Off Course Alarm

Notifies when the boat moves a specified distance off the planned course.

Sonar Menu Tab

Fish ID+™

Interprets sonar returns to display fish symbols and sizes.

Noise Filter

Limits interference on the display from various noise sources.

Water Type

Configures the unit for fresh or salt water operation for accuracy.

Navigation Menu Tab

Waypoints

Provides options for creating, editing, deleting, and navigating to waypoints.

Routes

Covers creating, editing, deleting, and traveling saved routes.

Chart Orientation

Selects between North-Up or Course-Up orientation for chart views.

Setup Menu Tab

Units - Depth

Selects the units of measure for all depth-related readouts.

User Mode (Normal or Advanced)

Describes how to switch between Normal and Advanced user modes.

Select Readouts

Configures displayed digital data in the Sonar View screen.

Troubleshooting

Fishfinder Doesn’t Power Up

Provides steps to resolve issues when the fishfinder fails to power on.

Display Problems

Addresses common issues causing poor display quality or functionality.

Specifications

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