Humminbird HELIX 5 G2 SERIES User Manual

14
Getting Started
Check GPS Reception
If your control head includes internal GPS, or if it is connected to an External GPS receiver, use the instructions in this section to
confirm the control head has GPS reception.
1. Press and hold the VIEW key.
2. Select System > GPS Diagnostic View.
Confirm GPS Fix Type is shown as Enhanced or 3D.
Confirm that the latitude/longitude position readout is displayed.
GPS Reception: The sky chart displays the satellite number and signal strength bar.
GPS Fix Type: reported as No Fix, 2D Fix, 3D Fix, or Enhanced. An Enhanced Fix has been augmented using information from
WAAS, EGNOS, or MSAS.
HDOP (the Horizontal Dilution of Precision): a GPS system parameter which depends on the current satellite configuration.
HDOP is used to calculate the Estimated Position Error.
NOTE: To manually change your GPS source, change the output frequency, or turn on GLONASS, see Manage your Control Head.
Reviewing GPS Reception
active satellite signal strength (yellow)
fix type shown as
enhanced
latitude/longitude
position
monitored satellite
signal strength
(gray)

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