Humminbird HELIX 5 G2 SERIES User Manual

Name: Humminbird HELIX 5 G2 SERIES
Brand: Humminbird
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HELIX 5 AND HELIX 7

G2 Series Operations Manual

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Warnings2
- Table of Contents4
Introduction7
Using Humminbird Manuals on Your Mobile Device or PC8
Getting Started10
HELIX Control Head18
Menu System Overview22
- Open an X-Press Menu22
- Open the Main Menu22
- Select a Menu23
- Change a Menu Setting23
- Tips for Using the Menu System24
- Change the User Mode (Normal or Advanced)25
- Close the Menu System25
Views26
- Display a View26
- Show Your Favorite Views27
- Display Digital Readouts28
- Combo Views32
Sonar Overview (Sonar, DI, SI, CHIRP)33
Set up Sonar (Sonar, DI, SI, CHIRP)36
Display a Sonar View On-Screen42
- Understand the Sonar Views44
- Customize the Sonar View45
- Adjust Sonar Display Settings50
- Adjust Settings While You Fish54
- Compare Sonar Beams (Split Sonar View)59
- Review Sonar History60
- Zoom In/Zoom out61
- Navigation in Sonar Views65
Display the Circular Flasher View On-Screen68
- Understand the Circular Flasher View69
- Adjust Settings While You Fish70
- Move the Depth Cursor74
- Zoom In/Out in Circular Flasher View75
Display a down Imaging View On-Screen77
- Understand the down Imaging View78
- Customize the down Imaging View79
- Adjust Settings While You Fish82
- Review down Imaging History and Zoom In/Zoom out86
- Navigation in down Imaging Views88
Display a Side Imaging View On-Screen90
- Understand the Side Imaging View91
- Customize the Side Imaging View93
- Adjust Settings While You Fish96
- Review Side Imaging History and Zoom In/Out102
- Navigation in Side Imaging Views104
Manage Screen Snapshots and Recordings106
Chart Overview114
- Display a Chart View On-Screen115
- Select a Map Source116
- Customize the Bird's Eye View121
- Customize the Chart Instrument View122
- Customize the Chart View123
- Display Humminbird Lakemaster127
- Contour Lines and Depth Ranges127
- Change the Chart Orientation and Motion Mode129
Navigation Overview131
- Navigation Alarms Overview133
- Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation134
Waypoints136
Routes145
Tracks150
Search153
Manage Your Navigation Data155
- Manage Waypoints158
- Manage Routes162
- Manage Tracks169
- Manage Groups171
- Search and Organize175
- Import/Export Navigation Data177
- Delete All Navigation Data and Reset177
Autochart Live Overview178
- Plan Your Map178
- Prepare the Control Head for Mapping179
- Record Your Custom Map182
- Stop Recording184
- Correct Data184
- Display/Hide Your Custom Map185
- Adjust the Map Display Settings186
Manage Your Control Head190
Update Software195
Maintenance196
- Transducer Maintenance196
Troubleshooting197
Specifications199
Contact Humminbird215

Questions and Answers:

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Brandi StewartJul 27, 2025
How to troubleshoot Humminbird Marine Equipment control head that doesn't power up?
- C
  Courtney ThomasJul 27, 2025
  To troubleshoot a Humminbird Marine Equipment control head that won't power up, start by using the installation guide to ensure the power cable is properly connected and wired correctly, with the red wire to the positive battery terminal and the black wire to the negative terminal or ground. Also, verify the fuse is operational and the battery voltage at the power connector is at least 12.2 Volts. Correct any issues like corrosion on battery terminals or wiring, and replace the battery if needed. You can also visit humminbird.com to download our Power Troubleshooting Guide.

Humminbird HELIX 5 G2 SERIES Specifications

General

GPS	Yes
Temperature	Yes
GPS Receiver	Internal
GPS Antenna	Internal
Power Input	10-20 VDC
Water Resistance	IPX7
Display Size	5 inches
Target Separation	2.5 inches
Depth Capability	1500 ft
Mount A Type	Gimbal Mount
Resolution	480 x 800 pixels