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Lowrance ELITE-4X HDI User Manual

Lowrance ELITE-4X HDI
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Lowrance ELITE-4X HDI Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size4.3 inches
Resolution480 x 272 pixels
Display TypeColor TFT LCD
BacklightLED
Waterproof RatingIPX7
GPSNo
ChartplottingNo
Sonar TypeBroadband and DownScan Imaging
Frequency83/200 kHz & 455/800 kHz
Power Output300W RMS
Power Output Peak-to-Peak2400W
Depth Capability Sonar1000 ft
Depth Capability DownScan300 ft
Operating Voltage12V DC
TransducerHDI Skimmer
Operating Temperature-15°C to 55°C (5°F to 131°F)
Storage Temperature-20°C to +70°C

Summary

Introduction

Unit Controls

Describes the function of unit buttons like LIGHT/POWER, KEYPAD, PAGES, MENU, ENTER, and ZOOM KEYS.

Getting Started

Covers turning the unit on/off, adjusting backlight, and muting audio.

Conventional Sonar and DownScan

Introduces the two types of sonar supported by the unit: Conventional and DownScan.

Basic Operation

Setup Wizard

Explains the initial setup wizard and how to restart it by restoring defaults.

Pages and Navigation

Describes the four available pages and how to select them using the keypad.

Page Menus

Explains how to access menus specific to the DownScan and Sonar pages.

Accessing Settings Menu

Describes how to access the main settings menu using the MENU button.

Navigating Menu Items

Explains how to use the keypad and ENTER key to select menu items and open submenus.

Combo Pages

Details the two pre-configured combo pages: Sonar/DownScan and Sonar/DownScan horizontal.

Working with Menus

Explains different menu types like scrollbars, on/off features, and dropdown menus.

Dialogs and Text Entry

Covers how dialogs are used for user input and the process for entering text.

Fishing Modes

Explains how fishing modes provide preset sonar settings for specific fishing conditions.

Cursor and Advanced Mode

Covers cursor movement for reviewing sonar history and features enabled in Advanced Mode.

Standby Mode and Restore Defaults

Explains how to enter Standby mode to save power and how to restore unit settings to default values.

Pages

Sonar Page

Displays the water column moving from right to left on the unit's screen.

DownScan Page

Shows the water column moving from right to left and how to overlay DownScan sonar.

Combo Pages

Details the two pre-configured combo pages: Sonar/DownScan and Sonar/DownScan horizontal.

Overlay Data

Explains how to select and display data on Sonar and DownScan pages and how to customize it.

Customizing Overlay Data

Describes how to add/remove data and adjust the size and position of overlay data on the screen.

DownScan Operation

Trackback Feature

Explains how to review sonar history by moving the cursor left to view past data.

DownScan Menu

Details how to access the DownScan menu from the DownScan page.

Adjustments and Range

Covers accessing the Adjust menu, contrast settings, Auto Contrast, and Range settings.

Custom Range, Frequency, and Ping Speed

Details setting custom ranges, understanding transducer frequencies, and adjusting ping speed.

DownScan Options Overview

Introduces options like Noise Rejection, Surface Clarity, Split Zoom, and Color palettes.

Stop Sonar and Overlay Data

Explains how to stop sonar transmission and how to display overlay data on the DownScan page.

Accessing Settings

Directs users to the Settings menu, referencing "Sonar Settings" on page 27.

Sonar Operation

Trackback and Sonar Menu

Explains how to review sonar history and access the Sonar menu.

Adjustments: Sensitivity and Colorline

Covers making adjustments to Sensitivity and Colorline via the Adjust menu.

Auto Sensitivity and Range Settings

Explains Auto Sensitivity, Range settings, and how to set custom upper and lower depth limits.

Frequency and Ping Speed

Details the transducer frequencies (50, 83, 200 kHz) and explains Ping Speed adjustments.

Sonar Options: Noise Rejection

Explains how Noise Rejection uses signal processing to filter out undesired signals.

Surface Clarity, Split Zoom/Flasher, and Color

Describes Surface Clarity, switching to split screen view, and changing display colors.

DownScan Options, Stop Sonar, and Overlay Data

Details DownScan overlay adjustments, stopping sonar, and displaying overlay data on the Sonar page.

Sonar Settings

Manual Mode and Settings Adjustments

Explains Manual Mode for depth search restriction and adjusting conventional/DownScan settings.

Installation and Fishing Modes

Covers Keel Offset installation, Fishing Modes, and resetting fishing mode settings.

Calibration and Transducer Type

Explains water speed and temperature calibration, resetting water distance, and selecting the transducer type.

Settings

System Settings: Language, Audio, Advanced Mode

Covers adjusting unit settings like language, volume, and enabling advanced features.

Restore Defaults

Explains how to switch the unit back to its factory default settings.

About and Alarms

Provides information about software versions and how to enable and set alarm thresholds.

Units of Measure

Allows selection of units for distance, speed, depth, temperature, and bearings.

Specifications

General and Power Specifications

Details general specifications like case size, display, power requirements, and current drain.

Sonar and Transducer Specifications

Lists sonar specifications including max depth, frequency, speed, and transducer details.

Contact Information

Customer Service Details

Provides customer service phone numbers for the US and Canada, including operating hours.

Ordering Accessories and Website

Offers information on ordering accessories and visiting the official website.

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