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Humminbird 560 User Manual

Humminbird 560
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531716-5EN_A
550, 560, 561, 561 DI, 570, 570 DI,
and 571 HD DI Operations Manual
550, 560, 561, 561 DI, 570, 570 DI,
and 571 HD DI Operations Manual

Table of Contents

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Humminbird 560 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TypeFSTN LCD
Display Pixel Matrix320V x 320H
Display Resolution320 x 320
Sonar Frequency200/83 kHz
Sonar Coverage20° & 60° @ -10dB
Target Separation2.5 inches
Max Depth800 ft
Power Output (Peak to Peak)2400 Watts
Power Output (RMS)300 Watts
GPSNo
Waterproof RatingIPX7
Operating Temperature-15°C to 55°C
Depth Capability800 ft (244 m)

Summary

Power On

How Sonar Works

Single Beam Sonar (550, 560)

Explains the 200 kHz single beam sonar system used by the 550 and 560 models.

DualBeam PLUS™ Sonar (561, 570)

Details the 200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUS™ sonar system for the 561 and 570 models.

Down Imaging™ Sonar (561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI)

Describes the Down Imaging™ technology using high-definition beams for specific DI models.

What's on the Sonar Display

Understanding the Sonar Display

Explains the significance of the sonar display and how returns are plotted.

Real Time Sonar (RTS™) Window

Describes the RTS™ Window, which updates returns at the fastest rate in Sonar View.

Sonar Returns and Bottom View

Explains how the unit charts depth changes to create a bottom contour profile using sonar intensity.

SwitchFire™

Controls how sonar returns are displayed in Sonar Views, with Max and Clear modes.

Freeze Frame and Active Cursor

Allows freezing the display to analyze sonar returns with a cursor.

Instant Image Update

Allows changing sonar menu settings and seeing instant screen updates.

What's on the Down Imaging™ Display

Understanding the Down Imaging™ Display

Explains how Down Imaging™ display images are produced using sonar technology.

Down Imaging™ Sensitivity

Controls how sonar returns appear on the Down Imaging™ display.

Freeze Frame and Active Cursor

Allows freezing the Down Imaging™ display to analyze sonar returns with a cursor.

Views

Sonar View

Presents a historical log of sonar returns, with recent returns on the right and historical data scrolling left.

Sonar Zoom View

Provides a magnified view of the bottom and structure for easier analysis.

Split Sonar View

Displays sonar returns from each beam frequency side-by-side for comparison.

Big Digits View

Displays digital data in a large, easy-to-see format.

Down Imaging™ View

Uses high-definition profiling beams to produce detailed sonar data for the Down Imaging™ display.

Down Imaging™/Sonar Combo View

Shows traditional sonar on top and Down Imaging™ sonar on the bottom of the view.

Key Functions

POWER/LIGHT Key

Used to power the Fishfinder on and off, and to adjust backlight and contrast.

VIEW Key

Cycles through all available views on the fishfinder display.

MENU Key

Accesses the fishfinder's menu system for settings and options.

4-WAY Cursor Control Key

Navigates menus and controls cursor movement on the display.

EXIT Key

Exits menus, cancels alarms, and cycles through views in reverse order.

Start-Up Options Menu

Normal

For on-the-water operation with a connected transducer.

Simulator

Allows learning fishfinder operation and saving settings without being on the water.

System Status

Allows viewing system connections and conducting a unit self-test, including Self Test and Accessory Test.

X-Press™ Menu

Sensitivity

Controls how much detail is shown on the display and adjusts sensitivity of all sonar frequencies.

Upper Range

Sets the shallowest depth range displayed on Sonar and Big Digits Views.

Lower Range

Sets the deepest depth range that will be displayed by the unit.

Chart Speed

Determines the speed at which sonar information moves across the display.

Bottom View

Selects the method used to represent bottom and structure on the display.

Zoom Level

Sets the magnification level for the Sonar Zoom View.

Bottom Lock

Changes the mode of the zoomed view to continuously graph the bottom.

Bottom Range

Controls how much of the water column, measured up from the bottom, is shown.

Main Menu

Alarms Menu Tab

Provides options for setting depth, fish ID, low battery, and temperature alarms.

Sonar Menu Tab

Contains settings related to sonar beam selection, frequency, clutter, and filtering.

Setup Menu Tab

Allows configuration of units, user mode, language, and other system settings.

Maintenance

Control Head Maintenance

Provides precautions for maintaining the control head screen and unit.

Transducer Maintenance

Provides information on cleaning the transducer to maintain its effectiveness.

Troubleshooting

Fishfinder Doesn't Power Up

Provides steps to diagnose and resolve issues when the fishfinder does not power on.

Fishfinder Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached

Helps troubleshoot why the unit defaults to Simulator mode despite a connected transducer.

Display Problems

Addresses common issues causing problems with the quality of information displayed on the control head.

Finding the Cause of Noise

Identifies potential sources of electrical noise and interference affecting sonar reception.

Specifications

550 Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the Humminbird 550 model.

560 Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the Humminbird 560 model.

561 Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the Humminbird 561 model.

561 DI Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the Humminbird 561 DI model.

570 Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the Humminbird 570 model.

570 DI Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the Humminbird 570 DI model.

571 HD DI Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the Humminbird 571 HD DI model.

Glossary

Sonar Terms

Defines key terms related to sonar technology and fishfinder operation.

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