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Lowrance Mark 5x User Manual

Lowrance Mark 5x
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Mark 5x, Mark 5x Pro & Elite 5x sonar
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Lowrance Mark 5x Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size5 inches
Resolution480 x 480 pixels
Sonar TypeDual-frequency
Frequency83/200 kHz
Waterproof RatingIPX7
Voltage10-17 VDC
GPSNo
CHIRP SonarNo
Transducer IncludedYes
Max Depth800 feet

Summary

Installation

Mark and Elite Series Installation

Overview of the installation process for Mark and Elite series sonar units.

Transducer Installation

Instructions for mounting the sonar transducer onto the boat.

Select a transducer location

Guidance on choosing the optimal location for transducer placement on the hull.

Aligning Ratchets on Transducer bracket

Steps to ensure the transducer is installed parallel to the ground using ratchets.

Assembling the bracket

Procedure for assembling the transducer mounting bracket.

Attaching Transducer to Transom

Instructions for securely attaching the transducer bracket to the boat's transom.

Make a test run

Procedure to verify the transducer installation after mounting.

Shoot-thru-hull Skimmer & Pod transducer installation

Specific installation method for shoot-thru-hull transducer placement.

Trolling motor Skimmer and Pod Installation

Mounting the transducer on a trolling motor using specific brackets.

Mounting display unit

Steps for installing the main display unit onto its mounting bracket.

To install bracket mount

Detailed instructions for mounting the display unit's bracket on the vessel.

Connecting to Power

Guidance on how to properly connect the unit to the boat's power source.

Basic Operation

PAGES Keys

Explanation of the PAGES key function for navigating display screens.

ZOOM Keys

How to use the ZOOM keys to magnify or reduce the sonar display.

KEYPAD

Functionality of the keypad for cursor control and menu selection.

MENU

How to access settings, context, and page menus using the MENU button.

ENTER

Purpose of the ENTER key for finalizing menu selections.

LIGHT/POWER

Control of backlight level and unit power on/off.

Sonar Display Overview

Description of key elements visible on the sonar display.

Getting Started

Basic steps for turning the unit on/off and adjusting settings.

Turn unit on/off

Procedure to power the sonar unit on and off using the LIGHT/POWER key.

Adjusting the backlight

How to modify the screen brightness using the LIGHT/POWER key.

Muting Audio

Steps to mute audible alerts and sounds through the System menu.

Sonar

Displays the water column, moving from right to left on the screen.

Split Zoom

Shows a 2X zoom in the left panel with sonar in the right.

Split Frequency

Displays 83 kHz in the left and 200kHz in the right panel.

Split Flasher

Presents a sonar flasher in the left panel with sonar in the right.

Accessing Pages

Visual guide on how to navigate between different display pages.

Accessing Sonar menu

Steps to access the sonar-specific menu options.

Accessing Settings menu

Procedure to enter the main settings menu for unit configuration.

Selecting Menu items

How to navigate and select options within the unit's menus.

Working with menus

General guidance on interacting with menu elements.

Scrollbars

How to adjust values using scrollbars in menus.

On/Off features

Activating or deactivating menu options.

Dropdown menus

Selecting items from dropdown lists in the menus.

Entering text

Instructions for inputting text, including character selection and layout switching.

To input text

Step-by-step guide to entering text characters and confirming input.

Exiting menus

Methods to close menus or return to the previous screen.

Selecting a Fishing Mode

Choosing preset sonar settings optimized for specific fishing conditions.

Restoring Defaults

Procedure to reset all unit options and settings back to their factory defaults.

Advanced Mode

Enables access to advanced features and detailed settings for customization.

Advanced Mode features

Detailed list of features available and controllable in Advanced Mode.

Sonar Operation

Using your Sonar

Guidance on viewing sonar history and making adjustments to sonar settings.

Viewing Sonar History

How to review past sonar data displayed on the screen.

Sonar menu

Accessing and understanding options within the sonar settings menu.

Adjust

Making adjustments to Sensitivity and Colorline for optimal sonar display.

Sensitivity

Controls the level of detail shown on the display, affecting echo visibility.

Colorline (Advanced mode only)

Separates strong sonar echoes from weak ones for better clarity.

Auto Sensitivity

Keeps sensitivity at a level that works well under most conditions.

Depth Range

Selecting the section of the water column to be shown on the display.

Custom Range — Upper/Lower Limits

Setting specific depth limits for focused sonar viewing.

Frequency (Mark 5x Pro & Elite 5x)

Allows selection of the transducer frequency between 200kHz and 83kHz.

Ping Speed (Advanced Mode)

Controls the rate at which sonar waves are sent into the water.

Sonar Options menu

Provides access to sonar display settings and configuration options.

Sonar options menu

Menu for configuring various sonar display options.

Split Zoom and Split Flasher

Switching the sonar display between full screen and split screen views.

Color

Allows changing the display's appearance using different color palettes.

Amplitude Scope

Displays the amplitude of real-time echoes before they appear on the main display.

Fish ID

Displays fish echoes as symbols instead of arches.

Stop Sonar

Pauses the sonar chart for a closer look at specific echoes.

Overlay Data

Used to display selected data on the Sonar screen.

To select overlay data

Step-by-step guide to choosing and configuring data overlays.

Show

Controls the visibility of the overlay data display on the sonar screen.

Customizing Overlay Data

Resizing, moving, or removing data items from the overlay display.

Settings

Settings Menu

Used to make adjustments to unit configuration options and settings.

System

Adjusts unit settings like language, mute audio, and advanced mode.

Language

Selects the language used on menus and text boxes.

About

Displays software information about the unit.

Sonar

Controls Sonar options and display settings.

Noise Rejection

Counteracts sonar signal interference by reducing onscreen clutter.

Surface Clarity (Advanced Mode only)

Reduces surface clutter by decreasing sensitivity near the surface.

Manual Mode

Sends sonar signals only to the depth range you select.

Fishing Mode

Choosing preset sonar settings for specific fishing conditions.

Reset Fishing Mode

Switches Fishing Mode to the default General use setting.

Installation

Accesses installation menu for Keel Offset, Water Speed and Temp calibration.

Sonar Installation

Settings related to sonar transducer installation and calibration.

Keel Offset

Measures water depth from transducer to bottom, accounting for keel distance.

Temperature calibration

Calibrates temp sensor data for accuracy against another source.

Reset water distance

Resets the water distance value to zero.

Alarms

Enables alarms and allows setting thresholds for Shallow and Fish alarms.

Shallow menu

Configures the Shallow Water alarm threshold.

Units

Selects units of measure for Distance, Speed, Depth, and Temperature.

Simulator

Used to simulate sonar activity for practice or demonstration.

Specifications

General

Provides physical and general operating specifications of the unit.

Case size

Dimensions of the sonar unit with and without the mounting bracket.

Display

Details about the display technology, resolution, and color capabilities.

Backlight

Information on the type and levels of screen backlighting.

Power

Specifications related to transmit power, power requirements, and current draw.

Transducer cable

Length of the transducer cable included with the unit.

Sonar

Provides sonar-specific technical specifications.

Max depth

Maximum operating depth for the sonar unit on different models.

Target separation

Minimum distance at which two targets can be distinguished.

Transducer frequency

Frequencies supported by the transducer for sonar transmission.

Max speed

Maximum boat speed for optimal sonar performance.

Limited Warranty

Standard Warranty Service

Procedure for obtaining warranty service and support for the product.

Other Conditions

Describes warranty transferability and jurisdictional limitations.

Limitations and Exclusions

Details warranty exclusions, limitations, and responsibilities.

How to Obtain Service

In the USA

Contact information for obtaining service and support in the United States.

In Canada

Contact information for obtaining service and support in Canada.

Outside Canada and the USA

Guidance on contacting dealers for service in other countries.

Accessory Ordering Information

Information on how and where to order accessories for the sonar unit.

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