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Humminbird 587ci Combo User Manual

Humminbird 587ci Combo
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Section Title
587ci and 597ci Combo
Operations Manual
587ci and 597ci Combo
Operations Manual
531696-1_A
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Humminbird 587ci Combo Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size5 inches
Display TypeColor TFT
Sonar Frequency200 kHz / 455 kHz / 800 kHz
Sonar TypeDualBeam Plus
GPSYes
Target Separation2.5 inches
Power Output (RMS)500 watts
Power Output (Peak to Peak)4000 Watts
TemperatureYes
SpeedYes
BacklightYes
Mount TypeGimbal Mount
GPS TrackplottingYes
Humminbird PCYes
Upgradable Internal SoftwareYes
Split Screen ZoomYes
Bottom LockYes
Large Digits ViewYes
Custom View SelectionsYes
Display Colors Grayscale256 colors
Temperature AlarmYes
ChartplottingYes
Waterproof RatingIPX7
Transducer IncludedYes
Mounting TypeGimbal
Operating Temperature-15°C to 55°C
Sonar Coverage20° / 60°
Max Depth1500 ft
Depth Capability1500 feet
Waypoints, Routes, Tracks/Points3000 waypoints, 50 routes, 50 tracks

Summary

How Sonar Works

DualBeam Sonar

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

Understanding the Sonar Display

Explains the significance and interpretation of sonar display data.

Real Time Sonar (RTS™) Window

Describes the RTS Window feature for displaying sonar returns.

Freeze Frame and Active Cursor

Details how to use Freeze Frame and the active cursor for analysis.

Bottom Presentation

Explains how bottom contour and hardness are represented on display.

How GPS and Cartography Work

Views

Sonar View

Presents a historical log of sonar returns with real-time updates.

Sonar Zoom View

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

Big Digits View

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

Bird's Eye View

Shows a 3D perspective view of the track and chart contours.

Chart View

Displays cartography from built-in or optional maps with navigation data.

Chart/Sonar Combo View

Combines Chart View and Sonar View on a split screen display.

View Orientation

Allows selection of North-Up or Course-Up orientation for chart views.

Introduction to Navigation

Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks

Covers storing, managing, and using waypoints, routes, and tracks.

Save, Edit, or Delete a Waypoint

Instructions for creating, modifying, and removing waypoints.

Navigate to a Waypoint or Position

Guides on initiating navigation to a selected waypoint or cursor position.

Add a Waypoint Target or Trolling Grid

Explains how to add targets or grids to waypoints for navigation.

Save, Edit, or Delete a Route

Details on creating, editing, and deleting navigation routes.

Save or Clear a Current Track

Procedures for saving or clearing the current boat track data.

Using Your 500 Series™ Control Head

Key Functions

Describes the purpose and operation of each button on the control head.

Multi-Media Card (MMC)/SD Slot

Information on using MMC/SD cards for maps and data export.

Powering On the Unit

Step-by-step guide on how to turn the fishfinder on.

The Menu System

Overview of the fishfinder's menu structure and modules.

Start-Up Options Menu

Details on selecting operation modes like Normal, Simulator, or Status.

X-Press™ Menu

Shortcut menu for quick access to frequently used settings.

Main Menu

Quick Tips for the Main Menu

Provides helpful navigation tips for the Main Menu interface.

User Mode (Normal or Advanced)

Explains how to set the menu system for simplified or expanded options.

Sonar X-Press™ Menu

Sensitivity

Adjusts sonar detail and sensitivity for optimal display.

Upper Range

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

Lower Range

Sets the deepest depth range displayed on the unit.

Chart Speed

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

Cancel Navigation

Discards the current route and exits Navigation Mode.

Navigation X-Press™ Menu

Waypoint [Name]

Allows viewing the Waypoints submenu for a waypoint under the cursor.

Cursor to Waypoint

Quickly moves the cursor to any saved waypoint for location or editing.

Save Current Track

Saves the current track being displayed and starts a new one.

Clear Current Track

Clears the current track and starts a new track at the present position.

Save Current Route

Saves the current route being displayed, typically during navigation.

Skip Next Waypoint

Removes the next waypoint from the current route.

Cancel Navigation

Discards the current route and exits Navigation Mode.

Remove Target

Removes a waypoint target from the display.

Remove Grid

Removes a waypoint grid from the display.

Sonar Window

Sets the size of the Sonar Window in the Combo View.

Waypoint [Name]

Allows viewing the Waypoints submenu for the most recently created waypoint.

Alarms Menu Tab

Depth Alarm

Sounds an alert when the depth is less than or equal to the set value.

Fish ID Alarm

Sounds an alert when fish are detected according to the alarm setting.

Low Battery Alarm

Alerts when the input battery voltage drops to or below the set level.

Temp. Alarm

Sounds an alert when water temperature reaches the set alarm value.

Off Course Alarm

Alerts if the boat moves beyond a set distance from the intended course.

Arrival Alarm

Sounds when the boat reaches a set proximity to the destination waypoint.

Drift Alarm

Alerts if the anchored boat drifts outside a defined perimeter.

Alarm Tone

Selects the pitch of the alarm sound.

Sonar Menu Tab

Fish ID+™

Uses signal processing to display fish symbols and depth when detected.

Fish ID Sensitivity

Adjusts the threshold for Fish ID detection algorithms.

Real Time Sonar (RTS™) Window

Sets the RTS Window to Wide, Narrow, or Off.

Bottom View

Selects the method for representing bottom and structure on display.

Zoom Width

Adjusts the width of the Zoom window on the Sonar Zoom View.

Depth Lines (Advanced)

Divides the display into four sections with horizontal depth lines.

Surface Clutter (Advanced)

Filters surface clutter noise caused by algae and aeration.

Noise Filter (Advanced)

Limits interference on display from sources like boat engine or turbulence.

Max Depth (Advanced)

Controls the maximum depth of operation for optimal performance.

Water Type (Advanced)

Configures unit for fresh or salt water operation for accuracy.

Navigation Menu Tab

Current Track

Allows viewing the Current Track submenu.

Saved Tracks

Allows viewing the Saved Tracks submenu for managing tracks.

Waypoints

Allows viewing the Waypoints submenu for managing waypoints.

Routes

Allows viewing the Routes submenu for managing navigation routes.

Chart Orientation

Selects whether charts are drawn North-Up or Course-Up.

Chart Detail Level

Selects how much chart detail is displayed on Navigation Views.

Map Borders

Allows display or hiding of map borders.

Lat/Lon Grid

Allows display or hiding of a grid showing latitude and longitude lines.

Spot Soundings

Allows display or hiding of spot soundings, which are depth measurements.

Shaded Depth

Allows changing the depth used for shading on chart views.

Chart Select

Allows choosing which chart to use if built-in charts or map card exist.

North Reference

Allows bearings to be displayed with True North or Magnetic North orientation.

Waypoint Decluttering (Advanced)

Sets the declutter feature for waypoints to On or Off.

Grid Rotation

Sets the orientation of the trolling grid in degrees.

Trackpoint Interval

Selects the time period between trackpoints.

Track Min Distance (Advanced)

Sets minimum travel distance before a trackpoint is added.

Map Datum (Advanced)

Set Simulation Position (Advanced)

Sets the position of the boat used in the Simulator mode.

Set Map Offset (Advanced)

Changes the map offset used by your fishfinder.

Course Projection Line

Allows display or hiding of an arrow projecting current course.

Clear Map Offset (Advanced)

Clears any active Map Offset.

Export All Nav Data (Advanced)

Exports all saved Tracks, Waypoints, and Routes to an MMC/SD card.

Delete All Nav Data (Advanced)

Deletes all saved Tracks, Waypoints, and Routes.

Setup Menu Tab

Units - Depth

Selects units of measure for all depth-related readouts.

Units - Temp (International only)

Selects units of measure for temperature readouts.

Units - Distance

Selects units of measure for all distance-related readouts.

Units - Speed

Selects units of measure for speed-related readouts.

User Mode

Sets the menu system to Normal or Advanced for option display.

Language (International only)

Selects the display language for menus.

Triplog Reset

Resets the Triplog data (timer, distance, average speed) to zero.

Restore Defaults

Resets all menu settings to their factory default values.

Select Readouts (Advanced, Sonar View only)

Sets individual digital readouts displayed on the Sonar View.

Depth Offset (Advanced)

Adjusts digital depth readout to indicate depth from waterline or keel.

Temp. Offset (Advanced, with Temp/Speed only)

Adjusts the temperature readout by the amount entered.

Speed Calibration (Advanced, with Temp/Speed only)

Adjusts the speed readout by the percentage entered.

Local Time Zone (Advanced)

Selects the time zone in reference to GPS time.

Daylight Saving Time (Advanced)

Adjusts time display to account for local Daylight Saving Time.

Position Format (Advanced)

Selects the format of latitude and longitude position display.

Time Format (Advanced, International only)

Changes the time format used by the unit (12-hour or 24-hour).

Date Format (Advanced, International only)

Changes the date format used by the unit.

NMEA Output (Advanced)

Turns NMEA output on or off for compatible devices.

Sonar

Deactivates Sonar and removes Sonar Views from view rotation.

Views Menu Tab

Troubleshooting

Fishfinder Doesn’t Power Up

Guides on resolving issues when the fishfinder does not power on.

Fishfinder Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached

Troubleshooting steps for when the unit defaults to Simulator mode.

Display Problems

Addresses common issues affecting the quality of information displayed.

Finding the Cause of Noise

Helps identify sources of electrical or hydrodynamic noise affecting sonar.

500 Series™ Fishfinder Accessories

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