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Humminbird 718 - User Manual

Humminbird 718
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Table of Contents

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Summary

How Sonar Works

DualBeam PLUS Sonar

Explains the 200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUS™ sonar system with 60° coverage.

QuadraBeam PLUS Sonar

Describes the QuadraBeam PLUS™ sonar with 90° coverage and side beams.

WideSide Sonar

Details the WideSide® sonar with three beams for side and down looking.

Universal Sonar 2

Explains Universal Sonar 2 compatibility with Minnkota trolling motors.

What’s On the Sonar Display

Understanding the Sonar Display

Explains the 3D representation and temporal nature of sonar data display.

Real Time Sonar (RTS) Window

Details the RTS Window, its narrow and wide modes, and how it displays sonar intensity.

Freeze Frame and Active Cursor

Explains how to pause the sonar display and use a cursor to analyze returns.

Bottom Presentation

Describes how bottom contours are displayed and how to interpret bottom hardness.

Display Modes (Inverse, Structure ID, WhiteLine, Black)

Explains different display modes for bottom and structure representation.

Views

Sonar View

Presents a historical log of sonar returns, showing depth, speed, and temperature.

Sonar Zoom View

Provides a magnified view of the bottom and structure for better detail.

200;83 kHz Split Sonar View

Displays 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, ideal for quick reading.

Circular Flasher View

Displays Real Time Sonar data in a traditional flasher format.

Side Beam View

Displays sonar data from left, right, and down beams for wider coverage.

WideSide View

Displays information from the 455 kHz WideSide® transducer for side-looking sonar.

Using Your 700 Series Control Head

Control Head Layout and Buttons

Identifies the screen and primary buttons like VIEW, MENU, and EXIT.

POWER;LIGHT Key Functions

Explains powering the unit on/off and adjusting backlight/contrast.

VIEW and MENU Key Functions

Details the functions of the VIEW key for cycling views and the MENU key for accessing menus.

Cursor and Preset Key Functions

Describes the 4-WAY Cursor Control key and VIEW PRESET keys for navigation and saving views.

EXIT Key Functions

Explains the multiple uses of the EXIT key for navigation and alarm cancellation.

Accessory Bus

Powering On the Unit

Normal Operation

Describes using the system for on-the-water operation with a connected transducer.

Simulator

Explains using the simulator for learning system operation before going on the water.

System Status

Guides on viewing system connections and performing a unit self-test.

Accessory Test

Lists accessories connected to the system for verification.

PC Connect and Software Updates

Explains how to update system software using a PC Connect cable.

The Menu System

Start-Up Options Menu

Guides on selecting startup modes like Normal, Simulator, System Status, or PC Connect.

X-Press Menu

Introduces the X-Press™ Menu as a shortcut to frequently-used settings based on the current view.

Main Menu

Explains the Main Menu structure with tabbed headings for settings.

User Mode Settings

Explains how to switch between Normal and Advanced modes to simplify or expand menu options.

Alarms Menu Tab

Details alarm settings like Depth, Fish ID, and Low Battery alarms.

Sonar Menu Tab

Details the settings available within the Sonar tab of the Main Menu.

Setup Menu Tab

Covers unit settings like units of measure, user mode, language, and time.

Views Menu Tab

Allows setting available views to hidden or visible in the view rotation.

Accessories Menu Tab

Displays additional menu choices that support attached accessories.

Troubleshooting

Fishing System Doesn’t Power Up

Steps to take if the fishing system fails to power on.

Fishing System Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached

Addresses issues where the system defaults to simulator mode despite a connected transducer.

Display Problems

Covers issues like power loss at high speeds or weak bottom readings.

Finding the Cause of Noise

Explains how to identify sources of electrical or hydrodynamic noise interference.

700 Series Fishing System Accessories

QuadraBeam PLUS transducer

Purchase and connect for specialized QuadraBeam PLUS™ functions and wide coverage.

WeatherSense Fishing Condition Monitor

Obtain barometric pressure and trend data in real time.

GPS Connection Cable

Connect a handheld or other NMEA GPS-compatible device.

Wireless Sonar Link (WSL)

Receive remote sonar signals from a SmartCast® Remote Sonar Sensor.

PC Connect Cable

Connect to a PC to upload software updates and new features.

Universal Sonar 2

Supports integrated transducer built into Minnkota trolling motors.

Specifications

Glossary

Bottom Presentation

Defines how bottom contours are represented and interpreted on the display.

Fish ID+

Explains advanced processing to identify and display fish symbols.

Noise

Describes unintentional sound waves that interfere with sonar operation.

Transducer

Explains the component that converts electrical energy to sound energy and vice-versa.

Contact Humminbird

Summary

How Sonar Works

DualBeam PLUS Sonar

Explains the 200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUS™ sonar system with 60° coverage.

QuadraBeam PLUS Sonar

Describes the QuadraBeam PLUS™ sonar with 90° coverage and side beams.

WideSide Sonar

Details the WideSide® sonar with three beams for side and down looking.

Universal Sonar 2

Explains Universal Sonar 2 compatibility with Minnkota trolling motors.

What’s On the Sonar Display

Understanding the Sonar Display

Explains the 3D representation and temporal nature of sonar data display.

Real Time Sonar (RTS) Window

Details the RTS Window, its narrow and wide modes, and how it displays sonar intensity.

Freeze Frame and Active Cursor

Explains how to pause the sonar display and use a cursor to analyze returns.

Bottom Presentation

Describes how bottom contours are displayed and how to interpret bottom hardness.

Display Modes (Inverse, Structure ID, WhiteLine, Black)

Explains different display modes for bottom and structure representation.

Views

Sonar View

Presents a historical log of sonar returns, showing depth, speed, and temperature.

Sonar Zoom View

Provides a magnified view of the bottom and structure for better detail.

200;83 kHz Split Sonar View

Displays 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, ideal for quick reading.

Circular Flasher View

Displays Real Time Sonar data in a traditional flasher format.

Side Beam View

Displays sonar data from left, right, and down beams for wider coverage.

WideSide View

Displays information from the 455 kHz WideSide® transducer for side-looking sonar.

Using Your 700 Series Control Head

Control Head Layout and Buttons

Identifies the screen and primary buttons like VIEW, MENU, and EXIT.

POWER;LIGHT Key Functions

Explains powering the unit on/off and adjusting backlight/contrast.

VIEW and MENU Key Functions

Details the functions of the VIEW key for cycling views and the MENU key for accessing menus.

Cursor and Preset Key Functions

Describes the 4-WAY Cursor Control key and VIEW PRESET keys for navigation and saving views.

EXIT Key Functions

Explains the multiple uses of the EXIT key for navigation and alarm cancellation.

Accessory Bus

Powering On the Unit

Normal Operation

Describes using the system for on-the-water operation with a connected transducer.

Simulator

Explains using the simulator for learning system operation before going on the water.

System Status

Guides on viewing system connections and performing a unit self-test.

Accessory Test

Lists accessories connected to the system for verification.

PC Connect and Software Updates

Explains how to update system software using a PC Connect cable.

The Menu System

Start-Up Options Menu

Guides on selecting startup modes like Normal, Simulator, System Status, or PC Connect.

X-Press Menu

Introduces the X-Press™ Menu as a shortcut to frequently-used settings based on the current view.

Main Menu

Explains the Main Menu structure with tabbed headings for settings.

User Mode Settings

Explains how to switch between Normal and Advanced modes to simplify or expand menu options.

Alarms Menu Tab

Details alarm settings like Depth, Fish ID, and Low Battery alarms.

Sonar Menu Tab

Details the settings available within the Sonar tab of the Main Menu.

Setup Menu Tab

Covers unit settings like units of measure, user mode, language, and time.

Views Menu Tab

Allows setting available views to hidden or visible in the view rotation.

Accessories Menu Tab

Displays additional menu choices that support attached accessories.

Troubleshooting

Fishing System Doesn’t Power Up

Steps to take if the fishing system fails to power on.

Fishing System Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached

Addresses issues where the system defaults to simulator mode despite a connected transducer.

Display Problems

Covers issues like power loss at high speeds or weak bottom readings.

Finding the Cause of Noise

Explains how to identify sources of electrical or hydrodynamic noise interference.

700 Series Fishing System Accessories

QuadraBeam PLUS transducer

Purchase and connect for specialized QuadraBeam PLUS™ functions and wide coverage.

WeatherSense Fishing Condition Monitor

Obtain barometric pressure and trend data in real time.

GPS Connection Cable

Connect a handheld or other NMEA GPS-compatible device.

Wireless Sonar Link (WSL)

Receive remote sonar signals from a SmartCast® Remote Sonar Sensor.

PC Connect Cable

Connect to a PC to upload software updates and new features.

Universal Sonar 2

Supports integrated transducer built into Minnkota trolling motors.

Specifications

Glossary

Bottom Presentation

Defines how bottom contours are represented and interpreted on the display.

Fish ID+

Explains advanced processing to identify and display fish symbols.

Noise

Describes unintentional sound waves that interfere with sonar operation.

Transducer

Explains the component that converts electrical energy to sound energy and vice-versa.

Contact Humminbird

Humminbird 718 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size5 inches
Display TypeColor LCD
GPSNo
Target Separation2.5 inches
ChartplottingNo
Waterproof RatingIPX7
Sonar Frequency200 kHz
Max Depth1500 feet
Transducer TypeDual Beam
Sonar Coverage20° / 60°
Sonar TypeDualBeam
Display Pixel Matrix320 x 320 pixels

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