PiranhaMAX™ & Fishin’ Buddy® MAX 532419-1_A
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Table of Contents Sonar Technology 1 Dual Beam Sonar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Down Imaging Sonar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Powering ON and OFF 4 The Control Head 5 POWER/MENU Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 UP and DOWN Arrow Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Sensitivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Chart Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Filter (Sonar View only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sonar Technology The fishfinder automatically determines depth and makes adjustments to keep the bottom and fish visible on the display. The fishfinder uses sonar technology to send sound waves from the transducer into the water. The returned “echoes” are plotted on the display and represent something that was detected by a sonar return at a particular time.
Dual Beam Sonar The Dual Beam sonar fishfinders use a 200/455 kHz dual beam sonar system with a 28° area of coverage. Dual Beam sonar is optimized to show the greatest bottom definition using a narrow (16°) beam yet can still indicate fish found in the wide (28°) beam when the Fish ID+ feature is turned on. As the boat moves, the unit charts the changes in depth on the display to create a profile of the Bottom Contour.
Down Imaging Sonar (Down Imaging models only) In addition to Dual Beam sonar, the Down Imaging fishfinder uses Down Imaging sonar technology. The Down Imaging transducer scans the water with a razor-thin 74° beam (455 kHz) that is wide (side to side) and very thin (front to back). Down Imaging View white streaks or clouds bottom return light shades (strong returns) dark shades (weak returns) Sonar History: historical returns scroll left across the view.
Powering ON and OFF Use the following instructions to turn on your control head. Power on and Start Operation 1. Press and hold the POWER/MENU key until the control head powers on. 2. Press the UP or DOWN Arrow key to select Normal. 3. Press the CHECK/ENTER key. NOTE: See The Control Head and Using the Menu System for more information. Notes about Starting Operation • A transducer must be connected to the control head to enable Normal mode.
The Control Head Your unit interface is easy to use. A combination of keys and special features allows you to control what you see on the display.
POWER/MENU Key The POWER/MENU key is used to power the control head on and off. It is also used to open and close the menu system. • Menus: Press the POWER/MENU key in any view to open the X-Press Menu for that view. Each X-Press Menu provides frequently-used menu settings that correspond with the current view. • Menu Settings: Press the POWER/MENU key to confirm a menu setting. The changes will be activated and saved immediately.
CHECK/ENTER Key The CHECK/ENTER Key has multiple functions, which depend on the view, menu, or situation. • Menu Activation: Press the CHECK/ENTER key after selecting a menu option to activate the menu or open a submenu. NOTE: See Using the Menu System for more information. • Menu Settings: Press the CHECK/ENTER key to confirm a menu setting. The changes will be activated and saved immediately.
Using the Menu System Review the instructions below to understand how to use the menu system. 1. Open the Menu System Press the POWER/MENU key. 2. Select a Menu Option Press the UP or DOWN Arrow key to select a menu option. NOTE: Available menu options are determined by the on-screen view. See Changing the On-Screen View for more information. The menu name will be highlighted, indicating the menu is active, but the menu option is inactive.
3. Activate a Menu Option and Adjust Settings Activate a Menu Option: Press the CHECK/ENTER key to activate the selected menu option. The menu option will be highlighted, indicating the menu option is active and changes can be made to the menu setting. Active Menu Option When the menu option is white, the menu option is active. When the menu name is gray, the menu is currently inactive. Adjust a Menu Setting: After a menu is selected, press the UP or DOWN Arrow keys to adjust the menu setting.
Setting up the Control Head (Setup Menu) Use the Setup Menu to customize the settings of your unit. Down Imaging View Settings: If you have a Down Imaging model, set the Contrast and Palette for the Down Imaging Display. Sonar View Settings: Set how fish are displayed on-screen (Fish ID+) and the Bottom View. Control Head Settings: Set the units of measurement, language (international units only), and more. Alarms: See the Setting Alarms section for information. Open the Setup Menu 1.
Contrast (Down Imaging View only) Settings: 1 to 10; Default = 5, Setting Saved in Memory Contrast accents the light and dark parts of the sonar data to provide greater definition. Palette (Down Imaging View only) Settings: Amber1, Amber2, Blue, Brown; Default = Amber 1, Setting Saved in Memory Palette allows you to select which color palette you would like to use for the Down Imaging view.
Bottom View (Sonar View only) Settings: Structure ID, WhiteLine; Default = Structure ID, Setting Saved in Memory Bottom View selects the method used to represent the bottom and structure on the display. Structure ID represents weak returns as light pixels and strong returns as dark pixels. This has the benefit of ensuring that strong returns will be clearly visible on the display. WhiteLine highlights the strongest sonar returns in white resulting in a distinctive outline.
Reset Settings: Select CONFIRM and press the CHECK/ENTER key to activate. Use this menu choice with caution! Reset restores ALL menu settings to their factory defaults. Language (International Models only) Settings Vary; Default = English, Setting Saved in Memory Language selects the display language for menus.
Setting Alarms Alarms are based on the limits you set for a device, such as battery voltage, depth, and more. Set the alarms that apply to your unit installation and configuration. Set an Alarm 1. Press the POWER/MENU key. 2. Select SETUP and press the CHECK/ENTER key. 3. Select ALARMS and press the CHECK/ENTER key. 4. Select an alarm and press the CHECK/ENTER key to activate the menu. 5. Press the UP or DOWN Arrow key to select an alarm setting. 6.
Alarm Name Description Range Mute Mute controls the audible sound made when an alarm is triggered. On, Off Default = Off Battery Battery Alarm sounds when the input battery voltage is equal to or less than the menu setting. Off, 8.5V to 13.5V Default = Off Fish Fish Alarm sounds when the fishfinder detects fish that correspond to the alarms setting. Sonar View only. Off, All, Large/Medium, Large Default = Off Depth Depth Alarm sounds when the depth is equal to or less than the alarm setting.
Changing the On-Screen View The sonar information from your fishfinder is displayed on the screen in a variety of easy-to-read views. When you press the POWER/MENU key, you can access the menu options for the on-screen view. Display a View 1. Press the POWER/MENU key. 2. Press the UP or DOWN Arrow key to select VIEW, and press the CHECK/ENTER key. 3. Select a view, and press the CHECK/ENTER key. Open the X-Press Menu 1. With a View displayed on-screen, press the POWER/MENU key once.
Status View Status View displays current data, including the unit model number, serial number, and battery status.
Down Imaging View (Down Imaging Models only) Down Imaging View uses the razor-thin profiling beams to produce the detailed sonar data that you see on the display. See Sonar Technology: Down Imaging Sonar and Opening the X-Press Menu for more information. • Upper and Lower Depth Range numbers can adjust automatically or you can adjust the depth range to focus the view on a particular depth. • Sensitivity: Press the UP or DOWN Arrow keys to adjust the Sensitivity.
Sonar View Sonar View presents a historical log of sonar returns. The most recent sonar returns are charted on the right side of the display. As new information is received, the historical information scrolls left across the display. See Sonar Technology: Dual Beam Sonar for more information. • Upper and Lower Depth Range numbers can adjust automatically or you can adjust the depth range to focus the view on a particular depth. • Sensitivity: Press the UP or DOWN Arrow keys to adjust the Sensitivity.
Opening the X-Press Menu The X-Press Menu provides menu options for the on-screen view. Customize the Display: Set the range of data displayed on the view, and adjust the sensitivity, zoom level, chart display speed, and more. Open the Setup Menu: Set the Down Imaging View contrast and palette, set the Sonar View filter and Fish ID+, or set the units of measurement for the control head. See Setting up the Control Head for details. Set Alarms: Open the Alarms submenu to set alarms, such as Depth and Fish ID.
View Settings: Sonar, Down Imaging (Down Imaging models only), Status View selects a view to be displayed on the screen. See Changing the On-Screen View for more information. Depth Range Settings: Auto, 15 ft to 600 ft (Sonar View only),15 ft to 320 ft (Down Imaging View only); International Models: 5 m to 184 m (Sonar View only), 5 m to 98 m (Down Imaging View only); Default = Auto (Sonar View), Manual 30 ft (Down Imaging View) Depth Range sets the deepest depth range that will be displayed by the unit.
Zoom Settings: Off, Auto, Manual Ranges; Default = Off Zoom provides a magnified view of the bottom and structure. Auto: Select Auto to magnify the area around the bottom in order to reveal fish and structure close to the bottom that may not be visible during normal operation. When ZOOM is set to Auto, the upper and lower Depth Ranges are automatically adjusted to keep the area above and below the bottom on the display. Select Off to return to normal operation.
Filter (Sonar View only) Settings: On, Off; Default = Off, Setting Saved in Memory Filter adjusts the sonar filter to limit interference on the display from sources such as your boat engine, turbulence, or other sonar devices. Light Settings: 0 to 5; Default = 0 Light adjusts the brightness of the display. Use a higher backlight setting for night fishing. NOTE: Continuous backlight operation will significantly decrease the battery life for Fishin' Buddy MAX units and PiranhaMAX Portables.
Maintenance Your Humminbird fishfinder is designed to provide years of trouble free operation with very little maintenance. Use the following procedures to ensure your Humminbird continues to deliver top performance. Control Head Maintenance It is important to consider the following precautions when using your Humminbird control head: • Chemicals, such as those found in bug spray and sunscreen, may cause permanent damage to the control head screen. Such damage is not covered by the warranty.
Transducer Maintenance Use the following information to maintain the transducer operation. • If your boat remains in the water for long periods of time, algae and other marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the transducer. Periodically clean the face of the transducer with a mild, marine-safe and plastic-safe soap or solution. NOTE: To clean the transducer, you may need to pivot the transducer up in the bracket.
Troubleshooting Do not attempt to repair the fishfinder yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside, and special tools and techniques are required for assembly to ensure the waterproof integrity of the housing. Repairs should be performed only by authorized Humminbird technicians. Many requests for repair received by Humminbird involve units that do not actually need repair. These units are returned “no problem found.
transducer that is in the water. (If a trolling motor transducer is selected and the trolling motor is out of the water, no sonar information appears.) If none of these actions solves the problem, inspect the transducer cable from end to end for breaks, kinks, or cuts in the outer casing of the cable. If the transducer is connected to the unit through a switch, temporarily connect it directly to the unit and try again.
Fishin' Buddy MAX Troubleshooting 1. Nothing happens when I turn the unit on. Check the power connection to the Fishin’ Buddy MAX. It is possible to force the power cable connector into the cable holder incorrectly. If the connector is reversed, the unit will not work. Examine the contacts on the back of the unit to ensure there is no corrosion. Check the unit’s batteries. Replace the batteries, if necessary. 2. There is no transducer detected.
Dual Beam Fishfinder Specifications Depth Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 ft (183 m) Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Watts (RMS) 2400 Watts (PTP) Operating Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 kHz and 455 kHz Dual Beam Area of Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28° @ -10 dB in 200 kHz 16° @ -10 dB in 455 kHz Target Separation . . . . . . . .
Down Imaging Fishfinder Specifications Depth Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Down Imaging Sonar: 320 ft (98 m) Dual Beam Sonar: 600 ft (183 m) Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Watts (RMS) 2400 Watts (PTP) Operating Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Down Imaging Sonar: 455 kHz Dual Beam Sonar: 200 kHz and 455 kHz Area of Coverage . . . . . . . . . .
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