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General| Display Size | 5 inches |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 480 x 480 pixels |
| Sonar | Yes |
| Sonar Type | Dual-frequency |
| GPS | Yes |
| Chartplotting | Yes |
| Waterproof Standard | IPX7 |
| Display Type | TFT LCD |
| Frequency | 83/200 kHz |
| Power Output | 250W RMS |
| Depth Capability | Up to 1500 feet |
| Networking | NMEA 2000 |
| Card Slot | MicroSD |
Provides an overview of the manual's content, purpose, and website resources.
Explains formatting used in the manual for button actions and menu selections.
Covers powering on, setup wizard, keypad, cursor, and backlight functions.
Explains language selection, menu access, page navigation, and data entry.
Details selecting map data sources and configuring fishing modes.
Navigating the Pages screen and customizing data displayed on screen pages.
Moving, placing, sizing, selecting data for, and configuring gauges.
Describes the Sonar, Chart, Radar, and Info display pages.
Introduction to the Sonar page and how to review sonar history.
Accessing the Sonar menu, adjusting sensitivity, and auto sensitivity.
Explains colorline, range settings, frequency, and split screen options.
Procedures for logging sonar data and managing data files.
Introduction to the Chart page and finding current position.
Creating, managing, and navigating waypoints, routes, and trails.
Searching by coordinates, map orientation, and chart categories.
How to access the Radar page and its main menu.
Adjusting gain, sea clutter, radar state, and position.
Configuring guard zones for alerts and MARPA for target tracking.
Configuring system, chart, and sonar display and operational settings.
Adjusting radar, fuel data input, vessel setup, and alarms.
Configuring network, simulator modes, and vessel details.
Covers case size, display, backlighting, power, and environmental specs.
Details sonar frequency, power, depth, and GPS receiver information.
Guidance on cleaning the screen, buttons, and connections.
Details for obtaining spare parts or service information.
Resolving issues with the unit not turning on or freezing erratically.
Diagnosing weak echoes, noise, and inaccurate GPS positions.
Troubleshooting mapping card recognition and radar startup.
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