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Humminbird 798ci SI Combo User Manual

Humminbird 798ci SI Combo
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Section Title
798c and 798ci SI Combo
Operations Manual
798c and 798ci SI Combo
Operations Manual
531691-1_F
47866_798c-ci_Man_531691-1_F:531519_Eng 10/23/09 2:24 PM Page 1

Table of Contents

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Humminbird 798ci SI Combo Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size5 inches
Target Separation2.5 inches
Power Output (RMS)500 Watts
Power Output (Peak to Peak)4000 Watts
BacklightLED
GPS TrackplottingYes
ChartplottingYes
Waypoints3000
Routes50
Track Logs50
Optional 360 ImagingNo
Humminbird PCYes
Upgradable Internal SoftwareYes
Split Screen ZoomYes
Split Screen Bottom LockYes
Large Digits ViewYes
Custom View SelectionsYes
Temperature AlarmYes
Freeze FrameYes
Instant Image UpdateYes
Selective Fish ID+Yes
Real Time SonarYes
Sonar RecordingYes
TriplogYes
Waterproof RatingIPX7
Sonar TypeDualBeam PLUS, Side Imaging
Sonar Frequency200/83 kHz & 455 kHz
Depth Capability1500 ft
Max Depth (Side Imaging)100 ft
TemperatureYes
SpeedYes
Mount TypeGimbal
Humminbird MappingCompatible
NavionicsCompatible
Tracks/Points50 Tracks/20, 000 Points
Memory Card SlotSD Card

Summary

How Sonar Works

Side Imaging® Sonar

Provides a wide, precise survey of water area with detailed bottom topography.

DualBeam PLUS™ Sonar

Uses 200/83 kHz sonar with wide (60°) and narrow (20°) beams for coverage.

QuadraBeam PLUS™ Sonar

Offers a 90° area of coverage with four fan-shaped sonar beams.

Universal Sonar 2

Integrated transducer for Minn Kota trolling motors with temp sensing.

How GPS and Cartography Work

What’s on the Side Imaging® Display

Understanding the Side Imaging® Display

Explains the images produced by Side Imaging technology and their features.

Side Imaging® Technology: How It Works

Details how Side Imaging uses sonar beams to create a picture-like image.

Side Imaging®: For Best Performance

Tips and best practices for optimizing Side Imaging display quality.

What’s On the Sonar Display

Understanding the Sonar Display

Explains the significance of sonar data displayed and its representation.

Real Time Sonar (RTS™) Window

Updates sonar returns at the fastest rate for bottom, structure, and fish.

Freeze Frame and Active Cursor

Pauses the sonar display for detailed examination and cursor movement.

Bottom Presentation

How the unit charts depth changes and represents bottom types.

Views

Side Imaging® View

Shows a shadowed right- and left-looking view from the boat over the bottom.

Sonar/Side Combo View

Displays regular sonar and Side Imaging info in a split screen.

Sonar View

Presents a historical log of sonar returns charted on the right side.

Sonar Zoom View

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

200/83 kHz Split Sonar View

Compares sonar returns from 83 kHz wide and 200 kHz narrow beams.

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.

Snapshot and Recording View

Accesses saved screen snapshots and recordings from the MMC/SD card.

Recording and Playback

Records sonar information and allows playback of recorded data.

Introduction to Navigation

Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks

Overview of storing and managing navigation points, paths, and history.

Waypoint Operations

Procedures for creating, editing, and deleting waypoints.

Navigating to Destinations

How to find and travel to waypoints or specific positions.

Waypoint Targets and Trolling Grids

Features for marking targets and planning trolling patterns around waypoints.

Route and Track Management

Procedures for saving, editing, and deleting routes and tracks.

Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation

Emergency feature to locate a person overboard and initiate rescue.

Using Your 700 Series™ Control Head

Key Functions Overview

Explanation of primary control buttons and their functions on the unit.

Multi-Media Card (MMC)/SD Slots

Card Management and Usage

Instructions for inserting, removing, and using MMC/SD cards for maps.

Software Updates

Steps to add software updates to the fishing system.

Exporting Navigation Data

How to save Tracks, Waypoints, and Routes to an MMC/SD card.

Powering On the Unit

The Menu System

Start-Up Options Menu

Selecting operational modes like Normal, Simulator, or System Status.

X-Press™ Menu

Shortcut menu for frequently used settings based on the current view.

Main Menu Structure

Overview of the main menu tabs and organization for quick access.

User Mode Settings

Configuring the system for Normal or Advanced user modes for simplicity or control.

Sonar Menu Tab

Sonar Beam and Frequency Settings

Controls for selecting sonar beams and adjusting frequency sensitivity.

Sonar Return Display Options

Settings for interpreting and displaying sonar returns like fish and bottom.

Sonar Display Adjustments

Customizing the sonar view with settings for zoom, depth, clutter, and water type.

Transducer Configuration

Selecting the connected transducer for optimal sonar performance.

Navigation Menu Tab

Track Management

Viewing, saving, clearing, and editing current and saved tracks.

Waypoint Management

Procedures for creating, editing, deleting, and using waypoints.

Route Management

Creating, editing, deleting, and traveling saved routes for navigation.

Chart and Navigation Display Settings

Adjusting chart orientation, decluttering, and grid display for navigation views.

Data Export and Management

Exporting and deleting navigation data like tracks, waypoints, and routes.

GPS Receiver Settings

Configuring GPS receiver selection and override options.

Chart Menu Tab

Chart Detail and Display Options

Adjusting chart detail level, map borders, and latitude/longitude grids.

Navigational Aid Display

Showing or hiding navaids and spot soundings on the chart display.

Chart Selection and Offset

Choosing charts and setting map offsets for accurate display.

Setup Menu Tab

Unit Configuration

Setting units for depth, temperature, distance, and speed measurements.

User Mode and Language

Configuring system mode, language, and triplog/default resets.

System Defaults and Resets

Procedures for resetting the triplog and restoring factory defaults.

Sonar Readout Configuration

Selecting and customizing digital readouts and offsets for sonar views.

Calibration and Time Settings

Adjusting speed calibration, local time zones, and daylight saving time.

Data Formatting and Output Settings

Setting position, time, and date formats, and configuring NMEA output.

Views Menu Tab

View Visibility Settings

Hiding or showing available views in the system's rotation.

Accessories Menu Tab

Accessory Management

Enabling screen snapshot and managing connected accessories.

Troubleshooting

Power and Transducer Issues

Solutions for power-up problems and transducer detection failures.

Display Problems and Noise

Troubleshooting display issues and identifying sources of signal noise.

700 Series™ Fishing System Accessories

Specifications

Glossary

Sonar Terms

Definitions of sonar-related terminology used in the manual.

GPS & Navigation Terms

Definitions of GPS and navigation related terminology used in the manual.

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