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Humminbird 800 series User Manual

Humminbird 800 series
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Humminbird 800 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHumminbird
Model800 series
CategoryFish Finder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety and Product Information

General Safety Warnings

Key operational and safety warnings for using the device.

Product Compliance and Notices

Accessory Compatibility and Legal Notices

Lists incompatible accessories and legal disclaimers.

Introduction to Your Humminbird® System

System Overview and Sonar Basics

Explains system configurations and how sonar technology works.

Understanding Sonar Technologies

DualBeam PLUS™ and Down Imaging® Sonar

Details of DualBeam PLUS™ and Down Imaging® sonar.

Advanced Sonar Capabilities

Side Imaging® and Xtreme Depth Sonar

Information on Side Imaging® and Xtreme Depth sonar.

Additional Features and GPS

QuadraBeam PLUS™ Sonar and GPS Basics

Explains QuadraBeam PLUS™ sonar and how GPS works.

GPS Functionality and System Overview

GPS Capabilities and Configurations

Lists GPS functions and shows system configurations.

System Configuration Details

RS 232 Connector and Ethernet

Details connectors for system expansion and networking.

System Power and Connectivity

Powering On the Unit

Step-by-step instructions on how to power on the control head.

Understanding the Control Head

Control Head Layout and Key Functions

Identifies control head components and essential button functions.

Detailed Key Functions

Cursor, VIEW, and MENU Key Operations

Details the functions of cursor, view, and menu keys.

Additional Key Functions

PRESET, EXIT, INFO, and MARK Keys

Explains preset views, exit, info, and mark key functions.

Navigation and Data Storage

GOTO, ZOOM, and SD Card Slots

Navigation controls and SD card usage details.

Managing Navigation Data with SD Cards

Adding Maps, Importing, and Exporting Data

Using SD cards for maps and data management.

Software Management

Updating Control Head Software

Steps to update the unit's software via SD card.

Interpreting the Sonar Display

Sonar Display Elements and RTS Window

Identifies key sonar display info and the RTS Window.

Sonar Display Customization

Sonar Colors, Bottom View, and Structure ID™

Settings for sonar colors, bottom view, and structure identification.

Sonar Display Enhancements

SwitchFire®, Freeze Frame, and Instant Update

Controls for sonar display and display updates.

Interpreting the Side Imaging® Display

Side Imaging® Display Elements and Technology

Key features and technology of the Side Imaging® display.

Side Imaging® Frequencies and Coverage

Side Imaging® Frequencies and Coverage Details

Details frequencies and the range of side beams.

Optimizing Side Imaging® Performance

Tips for Best Side Imaging® Performance

Recommendations for optimal boat speed and navigation.

Side Imaging® On-Water Interpretation

Side Imaging® Interpretation Examples

Visual examples of interpreting sonar data in real-world scenarios.

Interpreting the Down Imaging® Display

Down Imaging® Display Elements and Interpretation

Key display info and how to interpret Down Imaging®.

Down Imaging® Settings

Sensitivity, Enhance, and Freeze Frame

Adjusting sensitivity, enhance, and freeze frame for Down Imaging®.

Navigating Through Display Views

Views Overview and Customization

Lists available views and how to manage them.

Sonar View Modes

Sonar View and Sonar Zoom View

Details the standard sonar and zoom views.

Split Sonar View

Split Sonar View Functionality

Displays sonar from different beams side-by-side.

Side Imaging® and Down Imaging® Views

Side Imaging® and Down Imaging® View Details

Explains the specific Side Imaging® and Down Imaging® views.

Chart View Operations

Chart View Basics and Navigation

Navigating and viewing cartography data.

Using Combo Views

Combo Views Overview and SI/Sonar Combo

Displaying two views and combining SI/Sonar.

Chart Combination Views

Chart/Bird's Eye and Chart/Chart Combos

Merging Chart with Bird's Eye and displaying two chart views.

Chart and Media Views

Chart/Sonar and Chart/SI Combos

Combining Chart with Sonar and Side Imaging® views.

Advanced Display Combinations

Snapshot and Recording Functions

Snapshot and Recording View

Reviewing screen snapshots and recordings.

Managing Media Playback

Playback Settings, Control, and Deletion

Adjusting playback settings and deleting recordings.

Side Beam View Details

Side Beam View Functionality

Displays sonar data from side and down beams.

Bird's Eye View and Navigation Introduction

Bird's Eye View Features

Overview of the 3D perspective view and its controls.

Introduction to Navigation

Basic principles of marking waypoints and starting navigation.

Waypoint Management Dialog Box

Waypoint Management Interface and Sorting

Interface for managing navigation items and sorting options.

Waypoint Operations

Saving, Editing, and Deleting Waypoints

How to create, modify, and remove waypoints.

Navigating to Points and Targets

Navigating to Waypoints and Positions

Steps for starting navigation to a selected point.

Adding Waypoint Targets and Trolling Grids

Features for marking targets and creating trolling grids.

Managing Routes

Route Creation and Travel

How to create, save, and travel routes.

Managing Tracks

Track Management Procedures

Procedures for saving, clearing, and displaying tracks.

Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation

MOB Navigation Activation and Use

Activating and using MOB navigation for safety.

Understanding the Menu System

Start-Up Options Menu and Modes

Selecting operating modes like Normal or Simulator.

Menu Navigation and User Modes

X-Press™ and Main Menu Navigation

Overview of shortcut and main menu structures.

User Mode and Menu Simplification

Sets menu complexity and display language.

Customizing Sonar and Imaging Views

Sonar X-Press™ Menu Options

Common settings for sonar views.

Down Imaging® X-Press™ Menu

DI X-Press™ Menu Settings

Shortcut for Down Imaging® view settings.

Side Imaging® X-Press™ Menu Settings

SI Sensitivity, SI Side, SI Enhance, SI Range

Adjusts sensitivity, selects SI beams, enhance, and range.

Down Imaging® X-Press™ Menu Options

DI Colors and Beam Width Settings

Selects color palette and adjusts beam width.

Navigation X-Press™ Menu Options

Navigation Menu Shortcuts

Shortcut for navigation-related settings.

Sonar Menu Tab Settings

Beam Select and Imaging Frequency

Chooses sonar beam frequencies and imaging modes.

Sonar Display Enhancements

Fish ID+™ and RTS Window™

Fish identification and real-time sonar display settings.

Sonar Return Interpretation

Sonar Colors, Bottom View, and Noise Filter

Settings for sonar colors, bottom view, and noise reduction.

Chart Menu Tab Settings

Lat/Lon Grid and Chart Select

Controls grid display and selects the active chart source.

Chart Display Configuration

Map Offset, Shaded Depth, and Detail Level

Adjusts map position, depth shading, and detail level.

Customizing Chart Layers

Custom Chart Layer Management

Displays or hides specific chart layers.

Map Display Settings

Map Borders, Soundings, Auto Zoom/Range, Vessel Offset

Settings for map borders, soundings, auto zoom, range, and vessel offset.

Chart View Enhancements

Contours, Depth Colors, and Water Level Offset

Settings for contour lines, depth shading, and water level.

Shallow Water Highlight and Lake List

Shallow Water Highlight and Lake List Features

Highlights shallow areas and lists available lakes.

Setup Menu Tab Configuration

Units of Measure and User Mode

Configures units of measure and user mode for menus.

Navigation Data Management

Triplog Reset, Restore Defaults, Format Directories

Resets trip data, restores defaults, and formats directories.

Customizing Display Readouts

Select Readouts Configuration

Customizes data displayed in readouts.

Sensor Offset Adjustments

Depth/Temp Offsets and Time/GPS Settings

Adjusts sensor readings and configures time/GPS settings.

Demonstration and Sound Control

Demo Mode and Sound Settings

Controls demo mode and audio alerts.

Accessory Menu Tab Options

Views Menu Tab and Screen Snapshot

Manages views and captures screen images.

Accessory Functions

AIS System Overview

Locates and monitors other vessels via AIS.

AIS Target Information

AIS Target Information and Submenu

Displays and manages AIS target data.

Glossary of Terms

Sonar Terms Glossary

Definitions of sonar-related terminology.

GPS & Navigation Terms Glossary

GPS & Navigation Terms Glossary

Definitions of GPS and navigation-related terms.

Appendix A: Transducer Mounting

Side Imaging® Transducer Template

Mounting template for Side Imaging® transducers.

Contact Humminbird®

Customer Resource Center Information

Contact details for support and service.

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