Update Software - Humminbird HELIX 5 SI GPS Operation Manual

Update Software

Set up an online account at humminbird.com so that you will receive the latest Humminbird
news and software updates for your Fishfinder. You can also download HumminbirdPC from your
account, which allows you to manage your waypoints, routes, and tracks on your personal
computer.
NOTE: It is important to back up your control head's data files (waypoints, routes, tracks, groups,
recordings, etc.) periodically. Data files should also be saved to your PC before restoring the unit's
defaults or updating the software. See Export Navigation Data and Snapshot and Recording View
for more information. Also, contact Humminbird Customer Service with any questions.
Required Equipment: Personal computer with Internet access, a formatted Micro SD Card, and
a Micro SD Card adapter.
To update the control head software:
1. Install a formatted Micro SD Card into the
adapter, and insert it into the slot on your PC.
2. Register your
humminbird.com. Click My Account. Set up a
new account.
3. Download: From My Account\My Profile\My
Equipment, click the file name of the latest
software update (unit name [version #]).
• Read the instructions in the dialog box and
click Download.
• Follow the prompts to save the software file
directly to the card.
4. Install the Micro SD Card with the updated
software file into the control head card slot.
5. Power on your Fishfinder: The control head will
recognize the new software and run through a
series of
installation.
Fishfinder:
prompts to confirm software
Inserting a Micro SD Card into the Adapter
Log on to
Inserting a Micro SD Card into the Card Slot
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Micro SD Card Slot