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700 Series™
Operations Manual
700 Series™
Operations Manual
531524-1
531524-1_A - 717 & 727 Man_Eng.qxp 9/30/2006 7:23 PM Page 1

Table of Contents

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Summary

How Sonar Works

DualBeam PLUS Sonar

Details the 200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUS™ sonar system.

QuadraBeam PLUS Sonar

Describes the QuadraBeam PLUS™ sonar with its wide coverage.

WideSide Sonar

Explains the WideSide® sonar with its specialized side-looking capabilities.

Universal Sonar 2

Details the Universal Sonar 2 integrated transducer for trolling motors.

Whats On the Display

Sonar View

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

Bottom Presentation

How the unit charts depth changes to create a bottom contour profile.

Sonar Zoom View

Enhances display resolution for close sonar returns.

200;83 kHz Split Sonar View

Compares sonar returns from 83 kHz and 200 kHz beams side-by-side.

Big Digits View

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

Circular Flasher View

Displays real-time sonar data in a traditional flasher format.

Side Beam View

Shows sonar info from left/right 455 kHz and 200 kHz beams.

WideSide View

Displays info from WideSide® transducer's left/right/down beams.

Key Functions

POWER;LIGHT Key

Controls power, backlight, and contrast for the fishing system.

MENU Key

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

4-WAY Cursor Control Key

Navigates menus and positions the cursor on the display.

The Menu System

Start-Up Options Menu

Selects operating mode (Normal, Simulator, System Status, PC Connect).

Simulator

Allows learning system features without being on the water.

Sonar X-Press Menu

Side

Sets which transducer beam from WideSide® Transducer is shown.

Upper Range

Sets the shallowest depth range displayed on certain views.

Lower Range

Sets the deepest depth range to be displayed on the unit.

Side Beam Range

Sets the deepest range displayed in the WideSide® View.

Bottom View

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

Sonar Menu Tab

Beam Select

Sets which sonar returns from the transducer will be displayed on the screen.

Fish ID+

Interprets sonar returns and displays a Fish Symbol when criteria are met.

Setup Menu Tab

Select Readouts

Sets individual digital readouts displayed on the Sonar View.

Views Menu Tab

WideSide View

Optional view for side-looking functions with WideSide® transducer.

SideBeam

Optional view for side-looking sonar beams with QuadraBeam PLUS™ transducer.

Troubleshooting

700 Series Doesnt Power Up

Guides on resolving issues when the unit fails to power on.

700 Series Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached

Troubleshoots why the unit defaults to simulator mode despite a connected transducer.

Display Problems

Addresses issues with control head power loss, weak bottom readings, or gaps.

Finding the Cause of Noise

Identifies sources of electrical or hydrodynamic noise affecting sonar.

Specifications

Glossary

Fish ID+

Interprets sonar returns to identify fish with symbols and depth.

Noise

Unintentional external sound waves interfering with optimal sonar operation.

Real Time Sonar

Technology delivering ultra-fast sonar operation for detailed instantaneous view.

Sensitivity

Adjusts sonar system sensitivity to show more or less detail.

WideSide

Sonar configuration using three beams: left, right, and down.

X-Press Menu

Makes most commonly-used menu selections available with one key press.

Zoom

Focuses on smaller area of bottom for enhanced resolution.

Zoom, Bottom Lock

Focuses on area above bottom, continuously graphs bottom.

Contact Humminbird

Summary

How Sonar Works

DualBeam PLUS Sonar

Details the 200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUS™ sonar system.

QuadraBeam PLUS Sonar

Describes the QuadraBeam PLUS™ sonar with its wide coverage.

WideSide Sonar

Explains the WideSide® sonar with its specialized side-looking capabilities.

Universal Sonar 2

Details the Universal Sonar 2 integrated transducer for trolling motors.

Whats On the Display

Sonar View

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

Bottom Presentation

How the unit charts depth changes to create a bottom contour profile.

Sonar Zoom View

Enhances display resolution for close sonar returns.

200;83 kHz Split Sonar View

Compares sonar returns from 83 kHz and 200 kHz beams side-by-side.

Big Digits View

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

Circular Flasher View

Displays real-time sonar data in a traditional flasher format.

Side Beam View

Shows sonar info from left/right 455 kHz and 200 kHz beams.

WideSide View

Displays info from WideSide® transducer's left/right/down beams.

Key Functions

POWER;LIGHT Key

Controls power, backlight, and contrast for the fishing system.

MENU Key

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

4-WAY Cursor Control Key

Navigates menus and positions the cursor on the display.

The Menu System

Start-Up Options Menu

Selects operating mode (Normal, Simulator, System Status, PC Connect).

Simulator

Allows learning system features without being on the water.

Sonar X-Press Menu

Side

Sets which transducer beam from WideSide® Transducer is shown.

Upper Range

Sets the shallowest depth range displayed on certain views.

Lower Range

Sets the deepest depth range to be displayed on the unit.

Side Beam Range

Sets the deepest range displayed in the WideSide® View.

Bottom View

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

Sonar Menu Tab

Beam Select

Sets which sonar returns from the transducer will be displayed on the screen.

Fish ID+

Interprets sonar returns and displays a Fish Symbol when criteria are met.

Setup Menu Tab

Select Readouts

Sets individual digital readouts displayed on the Sonar View.

Views Menu Tab

WideSide View

Optional view for side-looking functions with WideSide® transducer.

SideBeam

Optional view for side-looking sonar beams with QuadraBeam PLUS™ transducer.

Troubleshooting

700 Series Doesnt Power Up

Guides on resolving issues when the unit fails to power on.

700 Series Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached

Troubleshoots why the unit defaults to simulator mode despite a connected transducer.

Display Problems

Addresses issues with control head power loss, weak bottom readings, or gaps.

Finding the Cause of Noise

Identifies sources of electrical or hydrodynamic noise affecting sonar.

Specifications

Glossary

Fish ID+

Interprets sonar returns to identify fish with symbols and depth.

Noise

Unintentional external sound waves interfering with optimal sonar operation.

Real Time Sonar

Technology delivering ultra-fast sonar operation for detailed instantaneous view.

Sensitivity

Adjusts sonar system sensitivity to show more or less detail.

WideSide

Sonar configuration using three beams: left, right, and down.

X-Press Menu

Makes most commonly-used menu selections available with one key press.

Zoom

Focuses on smaller area of bottom for enhanced resolution.

Zoom, Bottom Lock

Focuses on area above bottom, continuously graphs bottom.

Contact Humminbird

Humminbird 717 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHumminbird
Model717
CategoryFish Finder
LanguageEnglish

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