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  • Page 1 587ci HD, 587ci HD DI, 597ci HD, 587ci HD, 587ci HD DI, 597ci HD, 597ci HD DI, and 597ci HD XD 597ci HD DI, and 597ci HD XD Combo Operations Manual Combo Operations Manual 531823-4EN_B...
  • Page 2 Your Humminbird® is designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. In the unlikely event that your Humminbird® does require repairs, we offer an exclusive Service Policy - free of charge during the first year after purchase, and available at a reasonable rate after the one-year period.
  • Page 3 Languages, maps, time zones, units of measurement, and warranty are examples of features that are customized for Humminbird® international units purchased through our authorized international distributors. To obtain a list of authorized international distributors, please visit our Web site at humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at (334) 687-6613.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    .... 4 (DualBeam PLUS™ models only [587ci HD, 597ci HD]) Down Imaging™ Sonar ..........5 (Down Imaging™ models only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Xtreme Depth Sonar ......6 (Xtreme Depth Series™ models only [597ci HD XD]) Dual Beam Ice Transducer ....
  • Page 5 Table of Contents What’s on the Down Imaging™ Display (Down Imaging™ models only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Understanding the Down Imaging™ Display ............28 Interpreting the Display ..................28 Down Imaging™ Sensitivity ..................29 Freeze Frame and Active Cursor................29 Views Sonar View ......................
  • Page 6 (Sonar Zoom View only) Bottom Range ........86 (Sonar Zoom View only when Bottom Lock is On) Down Imaging™ X-Press™ Menu (Down Imaging™ Views only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Cancel Navigation ..............88 (only when Navigating) Imaging Sensitivity ....................88 DI Enhance ......................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Flasher X-Press™ Menu (Circular Flasher View only) Cancel Navigation .............. 92 (only when Navigating) Sensitivity ......................92 Upper Range (Advanced: Sonar, Split Sonar, Circular Flasher, ..................92 and Big Digits Views only) Lower Range ......................93 Color Palette ........
  • Page 8 (with the Timer running) Sonar Menu Tab Beam Select ......................111 Imaging Frequency ....113 (Down Imaging™ Views only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Surface Clutter ...................... 114 SwitchFire™ ......................114 Fish ID+™ ......................115 Fish ID Sensitivity ....................116 Real Time Sonar (RTS™) Window ................
  • Page 9 ............121 Combo View only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Ice Fishing Mode ....................121 Imaging Colors ....121 (Down Imaging™ Views only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Navigation Menu Tab Current Track......................123 Waypoints, Routes, Tracks ......124 (Waypoint Management Dialog Box) Waypoint Settings ....................
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Map Datum ..................128 (Advanced) Course Projection Line ..................129 Continuous Navigation Mode ................129 Chart Menu Tab Lat/Lon Grid......................131 Navaids on Bird’s Eye View .................. 131 Chart Select......................131 Set Simulation Position ................ 131 (Advanced) Set Map Offset ..................
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Units - Distance ....................140 Units - Speed ...................... 140 User Mode ......................141 Language ..............141 (International Models only) Triplog Reset ...................... 141 Restore Defaults ....................141 Select Readouts ....142 (Advanced, Sonar View and Down Imaging™ View only) Depth Offset ..................
  • Page 12 U.S. by our authorized international distributors. To obtain a list of authorized international distributors, please visit our Web site at humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at (334) 687-6613. NOTE: Entries in this Table of Contents which list (with Temp/Speed only) require the purchase of separate accessories.

  • Page 13: Power On

    Power On Follow the instructions below to power on your Humminbird® control head. 597ci HD XD Title Screen 1. Press the POWER/LIGHT key. 2. When the Title screen is displayed, press the MENU key to access the Start-Up Options Menu.

  • Page 14: How Sonar Works

    How Sonar Works Sonar technology is based on sound waves. The 500 Series™ Fishfinder uses sonar to locate and define structure, bottom contour and composition, as well as depth directly below the transducer. Your 500 Series™ Fishfinder sends a sound wave signal and determines distance by measuring the time between the transmission of the sound wave and when the sound wave is reflected off of an object;...
  • Page 15 When all the echoes are viewed side by side, an easy to interpret “graph“ of the bottom, fish, and structure appears. The sound pulses are transmitted at various frequencies depending on the application. Very high frequencies (455 kHz) are used for greatest definition but the operating depth is limited.

  • Page 16: Dualbeam Plus™ Sonar (Dualbeam Plus™ Models Only [587Ci Hd, 597Ci Hd])

    DualBeam PLUS™ Sonar (DualBeam PLUS™ models only [587ci HD, 597ci HD]) Your 587ci HD/597ci HD Fishfinder uses a 200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUS™ sonar system with a wide (60°) area of coverage. DualBeam PLUS™ sonar has a narrowly focused 20° center beam, surrounded by a second beam of 60°, expanding...

  • Page 17: Down Imaging™ Sonar

    Down Imaging™ Sonar (Down Imaging™ models only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Your 587ci HD DI/597ci HD DI Fishfinder uses Down Imaging™ technology. The Down 45° 800kHz Imaging™ transducer scans the water with 75° 455kHz razor-thin, high-definition beams. The beams 16°...

  • Page 18: Xtreme Depth Sonar (Xtreme Depth Series™ Models Only [597Ci Hd Xd])

    Xtreme Depth Sonar (Xtreme Depth Series™ models only [597ci HD XD]) Your 597ci HD XD Fishfinder uses the XD transducer to provide extreme depth coverage with DualBeam PLUS™ technology. The Xtreme Depth sonar beams can be operated at two frequencies: 50 kHz (74°) and 200 kHz (20°).

  • Page 19: Dual Beam Ice Transducer (With Optional-Purchase Xi 9 20 Ice Transducer)

    NOTE: Contact our Customer Resource Center to determine which accessory transducers are compatible with your Humminbird® Fishing System, or visit our Web site at humminbird.com. How Sonar Works...

  • Page 20: How Gps Works

    How GPS Works Your 500 Series™ Fishfinder also supports GPS (Global Positioning System) and chartplotting. It uses GPS and sonar to determine your position, display it on a grid, and provide detailed underwater information. GPS uses a constellation of satellites that continually send radio signals to the earth.

  • Page 21: What's On The 500 Series™ Control Head

    What’s on the 500 Series™ Control Head Your 500 Series™ Fishfinder interface is easy to use. A combination of keys and special features allows you to control what you see on the display. Refer to the following illustration, and see Key Functions for more information. Screen MENU key CHECK/INFO key...

  • Page 22: Key Functions

    Key Functions Your Fishfinder user interface consists of a set of easy-to-use keys that work with various on-screen views and menus to give you flexibility and control over your fishing experience. POWER/LIGHT Key The POWER/LIGHT key is used to power the Fishfinder on and off. You can also use the POWER/LIGHT key to adjust the backlight and contrast of the display.

  • Page 23: Check/Info Key

    CHECK/INFO Key Press the CHECK/INFO key while in Bird's Eye, Chart, or Combo View to display information about objects that are near an active cursor. If the cursor is not active, the Chart Info submenu will be displayed. See Views: Viewing Cartography for more information.

  • Page 24: 4-Way Cursor Control Key

    4-WAY Cursor Control Key (LEFT, RIGHT, UP, or DOWN Cursor keys) The 4-WAY Cursor Control key has multiple functions, depending on the view, menu, or situation. • Menu Selection: Press the DOWN or UP Cursor keys to highlight a menu option, then press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to change a menu setting.

  • Page 25: Mark Key

    MARK Key Press the MARK key while in any view to mark the position of a waypoint. The MARK key function works if you have the GPS receiver connected. • Active Cursor: The waypoint will be marked at the cursor location. •...

  • Page 26: Exit Key

    • In the Circular Flasher View (Ice Fishing Mode: On), press the +Zoom key to display a 2x magnified view of the selected area on the Flasher dial. See Views: Circular Flasher View for more information. • Down Imaging™ View: Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the active cursor to a position on the screen.

  • Page 27: Sd Memory Card Slot

    Inserting an SD Memory Card into the Card Slot NOTE: The SD Memory Cards require a separate purchase. For more information, visit our Web site at humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468. To insert an SD memory card: 1.

  • Page 28: Add Maps To Your Fishfinder

    Add Maps to Your Fishfinder Your Fishfinder includes a built-in UniMap™ with a more detailed map of North America (Domestic models) or a detailed map of Europe and Southeast Asia, including Australia and New Zealand (International models). You can also purchase SD memory cards with additional chart information for a particular location.

  • Page 29: Export Navigation Data

    Export Navigation Data The Humminbird® Waypoint Management dialog box allows you to export all of your navigation items to an installed, unlocked SD Card. You can also export selected items. To export all navigation data: Use the following instructions to export all of the control head’s waypoints, routes, tracks, and groups to an installed, unlocked SD card.

  • Page 30: Update Software

    Update Software Set up an online account at humminbird.com so that you will receive the latest Humminbird® news and software upgrades 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.
  • Page 31 1. Install a formatted SD memory card into the card reader connected to your PC. 2. Register your Fishfinder: Log on to 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 #]).

  • Page 32: What's On The Sonar Display

    What’s on the Sonar Display The 500 Series™ Fishfinder can display a variety of useful information about the Depth - Water depth can be set to alarm when the water becomes too shallow. Temperature - Water surface temperature. Timer - Elapsed time with Temp/Speed Accessory or GPS Receiver.
  • Page 33 area under and adjacent to your boat, including the following items: High Sonar Intensity Return Bait Ball Cursor - Available in Freeze Frame and can be positioned in the Sonar View to provide depth of a sonar return and bottom depth below the cursor.

  • Page 34: Understanding The Sonar Display

    Understanding the Sonar Display It is important to understand the significance of the display. The display does not show a literal 3- dimensional representation of what is under the water. Each vertical band of data received by the control head and plotted on the display represents something that was detected by a sonar return at a particular time.

  • Page 35: Sonar Colors And Bottom View

    Sonar Colors and Bottom View Sonar Colors: Original Palette As the boat moves, the unit charts the changes HIGH in depth on the display to create a profile of the Intensity Return Bottom Contour. The Sonar View displays the sonar return intensity with different colors. Strong returns often result from rocky or hard bottoms (compacted sediment, rocks, fallen trees), while weaker returns often result from...
  • Page 36 Use Bottom View to select the method used to represent bottom and structure on the display. See Sonar Menu Tab to set the Bottom View. Structure ID® represents weak returns in blue and strong returns in red when Sonar Colors is set to Original. If the Sonar Colors palette is changed, the Structure ID®...

  • Page 37: Switchfire

    SwitchFire™ SwitchFire™ controls how the sonar returns are displayed in the Sonar Views. SwitchFire™ settings are available in the Sonar Menu Tab. To see the maximum sonar information available within the transducer beam so more fish arches and better jig tracking are shown, choose Max Mode. To see less clutter and more fish size accuracy interpreted from the transducer beam, choose Clear Mode.

  • Page 38: What's On The Down Imaging™ Display (Down Imaging™ Models Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di])

    What’s on the Down Imaging™ Display Down Imaging™ uses its unique transducer and sonar technology to provide definition profiling beams produce the detailed sonar data that you see on the can interpret the structure and bottom contour, including the following items: Depth - Water depth can be set to alarm when the water becomes too shallow.
  • Page 39 (Down Imaging™ models only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) information about the area directly below your boat. The razor-thin, high- display. Down Imaging™ reveals a variety of recognizable features so that you Upper Range Clouded Area may indicate a bait ball and White Streaks may indicate fish.

  • Page 40: Understanding The Down Imaging™ Display

    Understanding the Down Imaging™ Display The images you see on the Down Imaging™ display are produced using sonar technology. Each time the unit pings, a strip of data representing all the echoes received by the transducer are put together on the display to form the image that you see.

  • Page 41: Down Imaging™ Sensitivity

    Down Imaging™ Sensitivity Use Imaging Sensitivity to control how the sonar returns appear on the display. Increase the sensitivity to reveal weaker returns that may be of interest, especially in very clear water or greater depths. Decrease the Imaging Sensitivity to eliminate the clutter from the display that is sometimes present in murky or muddy water.

  • Page 42: Views

    Sonar View will be the default view. When you first power up the 587ci HD DI/597ci HD DI, the Chart/Down Imaging™ Combo View will be the default view. When you first power up the 597ci HD XD control head, Bird’s Eye View will be the default view.
  • Page 43 To change the Digital Readouts: Each view displays digital readout information (such as speed or time), which varies with the view selected, the accessory attached, and whether or not you are navigating. The digital readouts on the Sonar View can be customized. See Setup Menu Tab: Select Readouts for more information.

  • Page 44: Sonar View

    Sonar View Sonar View presents a historical log of sonar returns. The most recent sonar returns are charted on the right side of the window. As new information is received, the historical information scrolls left across the display. • Upper and Lower Depth Range numbers indicate the distance from the surface of the water to a depth range sufficient to show the bottom.

  • Page 45: Sonar Zoom View

    Sonar Zoom View Sonar Zoom View provides a magnified view of the bottom and structure. The Sonar Zoom View makes it easier to see separate sonar returns that would usually be displayed close together, such as those caused by fish suspended close to the bottom or within structure.

  • Page 46: Split Sonar View

    200 kHz wide beam on the right side of the screen. • The 597ci HD XD displays sonar returns from the 50 kHz wide beam on the left side of the screen and sonar returns from the 200 kHz narrow beam on the right side of the screen.

  • Page 47: Big Digits View

    Big Digits View Big Digits View provides digital data in a large, easy-to-see format. • Digital Readouts: Depth is always displayed. Readouts for temperature, speed, and Triplog information are displayed automatically if the appropriate accessory is connected to the Fishfinder. NOTE: The digital readouts in the Big Digits View cannot be customized.

  • Page 48: Down Imaging™ View (Down Imaging™ Models Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di])

    Down Imaging™ View (Down Imaging™ models only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Down Imaging™ View uses the razor-thin, high-definition profiling beams to produce the detailed sonar data that you see on the display. Sonar returns are charted on the right side of the display. As new information is received, the historical information scrolls left across the display.
  • Page 49 Down Imaging™ View Upper Depth Depth Range Temperature Surface Clutter Sonar History Window White Streaks (possibly vegetation or fish) Bottom Return Speed Lower Depth Range NOTE: See What’s on the Down Imaging™ Display and Down Imaging™ X-Press™ Menu for more information. Views...

  • Page 50: Circular Flasher View

    Circular Flasher View Circular Flasher View provides two ways to view sonar data in traditional flasher format. The view is controlled by the Ice Fishing Mode menu option in the Sonar Menu Tab. • When Ice Fishing Mode is off, the Circular Flasher View displays Real Time Sonar (RTS™) data in a traditional flasher format.
  • Page 51 Ice Fishing Mode: Off When Ice Fishing Mode is off, the Circular Flasher View displays Real Time Sonar (RTS™) data in a traditional flasher format. • Flasher X-Press™ Menu: Press the MENU key once in the Circular Flasher View. Use the X-Press™ Menu to set the Sensitivity, Upper Range, and Lower Range.
  • Page 52 Ice Fishing Mode: On When Ice Fishing Mode is on, the Circular Flasher View displays the sonar data in traditional flasher format with additional features including Zoom and Depth Cursor. • Sensitivity: When you turn on Ice Fishing Mode, the fishfinder’s sensitivity settings are adjusted automatically to accommodate ice fishing conditions.
  • Page 53 To activate the Depth Cursor: Use the Depth Cursor to identify depth on the flasher display. 1. Set up: Press the VIEW key repeatedly until the Circular Flasher View is displayed on the screen. Turn on the Ice Fishing Mode (see Sonar Menu Tab).
  • Page 54 To activate Flasher Zoom: The Zoom feature displays a 2x magnified view of the area you choose on the flasher display. 1. Set up: Press the VIEW key repeatedly until the Circular Flasher View is displayed on the screen. Turn on the Ice Fishing Mode (see Sonar Menu Tab).

  • Page 55: Snapshot And Recording View

    Snapshot and Recording View The Snapshot and Recording View displays the screen snapshots and recordings that are saved on the optional-purchase SD memory card installed in the control head. Use this view to review the snapshot and recording file details, start recording, and adjust the recording settings. •...
  • Page 56 Screen Snapshots Screen Snapshots are saved pictures of the view on the screen. The screen snapshot will include the menus, dialog boxes, warnings, and messages that were active when the screen snapshot was taken. Saved Screen Snapshots can be viewed from the Snapshot and Recording View or Chart View. The Screen Snapshot feature is available when an optional-purchase SD memory card is installed and Screen Snapshot is On (see Setup Menu Tab: Screen Snapshot).
  • Page 57 • Use an optional-purchase SD memory card reader connected to a PC to view the saved screen snapshot data files on your optional-purchase SD memory card (see humminbird.com for details). You will notice that a .DAT (or a .TXT) file is created for every .PNG screen snapshot. This data file is required for viewing the screen snapshots from your control head, so don’t delete these files.
  • Page 58 Recording and Playback The Recording feature records active sonar information. When the recording is played back, the views that were active during the recording are available in Playback. The Recording and Playback feature is available when an optional- purchase SD memory card is installed and Screen Snapshot is On (see Setup Menu Tab: Screen Snapshot).
  • Page 59 Playback a Recording: Playback a Recording 1. From the Snapshot and Recording View, press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to scroll through the Recording File saved files and highlight a saved Information Recording. Highlighted 2. Press the RIGHT Cursor key. Recording File Change Playback Settings: 1.
  • Page 60 Notes about Playback: • “Playback” will flash periodically on the screen to indicate that the control head is playing a saved recording and not a “live” view. • Navigation is not affected by the Sonar Recording feature, but any active navigation is canceled and thumbnails and icons disappear when Playback begins or ends.

  • Page 61: Bird's Eye View

    Bird’s Eye View Bird's Eye View shows a 3D perspective view of the track and the chart’s land contour from a point above and behind the boat (the eye point). As the boat turns, the eye point moves to follow the boat. See Viewing Cartography and Introduction to Navigation for more information.

  • Page 62: Chart View

    Chart View Chart View shows cartography from the built-in UniMap™ or an optional SD card map for the area surrounding your current position. The current track (also known as the position history or breadcrumb trail) showing where the boat has been, along with saved tracks, waypoints, and the current route (when navigating), are overlaid on the chart.
  • Page 63 Chart View with Active Cursor, shown with Optional-Purchase Navionics® Cartography Depth Active Cursor Cartography Map Scale Latitude and Longitude Position of Cursor Distance to the Bearing of Boat Cursor and with Respect Bearing to True North to Cursor Views...

  • Page 64: Chart/Sonar Combo View

    Chart/Sonar Combo View Chart/Sonar Combo View is displayed as a split screen, with Chart View on the left and Sonar View on the right side of the screen. To change the width of the Sonar Window, press the MENU key once and select Sonar Window from the X-Press™...

  • Page 65: Chart/Down Imaging™ Combo View (Down Imaging™ Models Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di])

    Chart/Down Imaging™ Combo View (Down Imaging™ models only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Chart/Down Imaging™ Combo View is displayed as a split screen with Chart View on the left and Down Imaging™ sonar information on the right side of the view.

  • Page 66: Down Imaging™/Sonar Combo View (Down Imaging™ Models Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di])

    Down Imaging™/Sonar Combo View (Down Imaging™ models only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Down Imaging™/Sonar Combo View shows traditional Sonar information on the top of the screen and Down Imaging™ sonar information on the bottom. • X-Press™ Menu: Press the MENU key once to access the Down Imaging™...

  • Page 67: Chart View Orientation

    Chart View Orientation Both Chart and Combo Views allow you to choose the orientation of the view (see Navigation Menu Tab: Chart Orientation). In each orientation, the view pans automatically so that the boat is always centered on the display. To see more of the view when the boat is traveling at the speed you set, see Chart Menu Tab: Vessel Offset and Offset Speed.

  • Page 68: Viewing Cartography

    Viewing Cartography In the Chart or Combo Views there are several cartography-related functions that you can access using various keys. Panning: Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the chart around on the display in the direction of the key being pressed.
  • Page 69 To view a Decluttered Waypoint at full size, use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor onto a decluttered waypoint icon. When the cursor snaps onto the icon, the full-size waypoint name and icon will be displayed. You can also press the + ZOOM key until you can see the individual waypoints on the screen.
  • Page 70 Nearest Current Station: Current information for the nearest current station to your present position will be displayed. This includes the position of the station and the current changes for today. Two graphs are also presented that show the time, direction, and flow speed of the current changes for the 24 hour time period of today’s date.

  • Page 71: Introduction To Navigation

    You can also use the Waypoint Management dialog box to create new waypoints and routes from scratch. You can edit your navigation data and organize it too. This section will get you started. See your Humminbird® Waypoint Management Guide for complete details.
  • Page 72 Waypoints are stored positions that allow you to mark areas of interest or navigation points. Your Fishfinder can store up to 2,750 waypoints. Routes link two or more waypoints together to create a path for navigation and are used in trip planning. You can link individual waypoints together by using the GOTO key.

  • Page 73: Open The Waypoint Management Dialog Box

    Open the Waypoint Management Dialog Box The Waypoint Management dialog box allows you to organize your waypoints, routes, and tracks on your Humminbird® control head. Open the Waypoint Management Dialog Box 1. Press the MENU key twice to open the Main Menu.

  • Page 74: What's On The Waypoint Management Dialog Box

    What’s on the Waypoint Management Dialog Box Use the Waypoint Management dialog box to manage your waypoints, routes, and tracks. Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to select a waypoint, route, track, group, or menu option. To scroll through the list, press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys.
  • Page 75 new navigation items (groups, waypoints, routes), and select and edit several items at once. Select Search By to search by Name, Distance, Date, Icon, or Icon Category. The Options menu will also change to show related menus such as Save or Paste. Scroll and View: Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to browse through the full list of saved waypoints, routes, tracks, and groups.

  • Page 76: Save, Create, Or Delete A Waypoint

    Save, Create, or Delete a Waypoint Save your Current Position as a Waypoint: On any view, press the MARK key to save the current position of the boat as a waypoint. Save the Cursor Position as a Waypoint: On the Chart or Combo View, use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor to the position you want to save as a waypoint.

  • Page 77: Navigate To A Waypoint Or Position

    Navigate to a Waypoint or Position Navigate to the Cursor Position: From the Chart or Combo View, use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor to a position or waypoint on the display. Press the GOTO key. Navigate to a Selected Waypoint: Press the GOTO key. Press the DOWN Cursor key to highlight a waypoint from the saved waypoints list, and press the RIGHT Cursor key to start navigation.

  • Page 78: Add A Waypoint Target Or Trolling Grid

    Add a Waypoint Target or Trolling Grid The Waypoint Target shows a target consisting of concentric circles in various distance ranges centered on the waypoint you choose. The Trolling Grid shows various distance ranges in grid format from the waypoint you choose. The trolling grid can be used as a guide when trolling around a waypoint.

  • Page 79: Routes

    Routes Save the Current Route: While you are navigating, the current route can be saved. From the Navigation X-Press™ Menu, select Save Current Route, and press the RIGHT Cursor key. Navigation will continue. Create a New Route: Open the Waypoint Management dialog box. Select Options >...
  • Page 80 Travel a Saved Route: Open the Waypoint Management dialog box. Select a saved route, and press the RIGHT Cursor key. Select Travel, and press the RIGHT Cursor key. Select Forward to travel the route in order. Select Reverse to travel the route in reverse order.

  • Page 81: Tracks

    Review Route Information: Open the Waypoint Management dialog box. Select a saved route, and press the RIGHT Cursor key. Select Info, and press the RIGHT Cursor key. The Route Info dialog box displays the waypoints in the route. The distance and bearing from each waypoint to the next, as well as the distance and bearing from the current position to the first waypoint in the route will be displayed.

  • Page 82: Edit Your Waypoints, Routes, Tracks, And Groups

    NOTE: The Edit Waypoint dialog box is also available when you select a waypoint from the Navigation X-Press™ Menu. NOTE: See your Humminbird® Waypoint Management Guide for more information about groups and the other great features of the Waypoint Management dialog box.
  • Page 83 Edit a Waypoint, Route, Track, or Group 1. Open the Waypoint Management dialog box. 2. Open the Submenu: Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to select a waypoint, route, track, or group. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to open the submenu. 3.

  • Page 84: The Menu System

    The Menu System The Menu System is divided into easy-to-use menu modules. The main components of the menu system are as follows: • Start-Up Options Menu: Press the MENU key during the power on sequence to view the Start-Up Options Menu. From the Start-Up Options Menu, you can choose the following Fishfinder Modes: Normal, Simulator, and System Status.

  • Page 85: Start-Up Options Menu

    Start-Up Options Menu Press the MENU key during the power on sequence to view the Start-Up Options Menu, and select one of the modes described on the following pages. Also, see Power On for additional information. Normal Use Normal for on-the-water operation with a transducer connected. If a functioning transducer is connected, Normal operation will be selected automatically at power up, and your Fishfinder can be used on the water.

  • Page 86: Simulator

    Simulator Use Simulator to learn how to use your Fishfinder before taking your boat on the water. The Simulator is a very powerful tool that provides a randomly- updated display which simulates on the water operation. Simulator We recommend going through this manual while using the Simulator, since all of the menus function and affect the display in the same way as they would in Normal...

  • Page 87: Self Test

    Self Test Screen Self Test displays results from the internal diagnostic self test, including unit serial number, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) serial number, software revision, total hours of operation, and the input voltage. Accessory Test Accessory Test lists the accessories connected to the system.

  • Page 88: Gps Diagnostic View

    GPS Diagnostic View shows a sky chart and numerical data from the GPS receiver. The sky chart shows the location of each visible GPS satellite with its satellite number and a signal strength bar. A dark gray bar indicates that the satellite is being used to determine your current position.

  • Page 89: X-Press™ Menu

    X-Press™ Menu The X-Press™ Menu provides a shortcut to your most frequently-used settings. The options provided on the X-Press™ Menu correspond with the current view. For example, if you are in a Sonar View and press the MENU key once, the Sonar X-Press™...

  • Page 90: Main Menu

    Main Menu The Main Menu provides the standard set of menu options, including the settings that are changed less frequently. The Main Menu is organized under the following tabs to help you find a specific menu item quickly: Alarms, Sonar, Navigation, Chart, Setup, Views. NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplified by setting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal.

  • Page 91: Quick Tips For The Main Menu

    Quick Tips for the Main Menu • From any menu option on a menu tab, press the EXIT key to jump directly to the top of the tab. • From the bottom of a menu tab, press the DOWN key to jump directly to the top of the tab.

  • Page 92: User Mode (Normal Or Advanced)

    User Mode (Normal or Advanced) Menu options can be simplified or expanded by setting your Fishfinder User Mode to Normal or Advanced. Normal Mode is the default setting when you first power on your 500 Series™ Fishfinder. Normal mode is provided for users who want greater simplicity and fewer menu choices.
  • Page 93 597ci HD Sonar Tab, Normal Mode 597ci HD Sonar Tab, Advanced Mode Main Menu...

  • Page 94: Sonar X-Press™ Menu (Sonar Views Only)

    Fishfinder User Mode to Advanced or Normal. See Main Menu: User Mode for details. NOTE: Menu options are determined by your Humminbird® model. See the following pages for full menu descriptions. Sonar X-Press™ Menu Sonar X-Press™ Menu...

  • Page 95: Cancel Navigation (Only When Navigating)

    Cancel Navigation (only when Navigating) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key and follow screen instructions Cancel Navigation discards the current route and exits Navigation Mode. This menu option will only appear when you are currently navigating a route. This will not delete a previously-saved route. Sensitivity Settings: Low = 1, High = 20;...

  • Page 96: Upper Range (Advanced: Sonar, Split Sonar, Circular Flasher, And Big Digits Views Only)

    • 587ci HD/597ci HD: 0 to 990 ft, 0 to 397 m (International Models only); Default = 0 • 587ci HD DI/597ci HD DI: 0 to 990 ft, 0 to 397 m (International Models only); Default = 0 • 597ci HD XD: 0 to 3190 ft, 0 to 972 m (International Models only);...

  • Page 97: Chart Speed

    • 587ci HD/597ci HD: Auto to 1200 ft, Auto to 400 m (International Models only); Default = Auto • 587ci HD DI/597ci HD DI: Auto to 1200 ft, Auto to 400 m (International Models only); Default = Auto • 597ci HD XD: Auto to 3200 ft, Auto to 975 m (International Models only);...

  • Page 98: Bottom Lock (Sonar Zoom View Only)

    Bottom Lock (Sonar Zoom View only) Settings: Off, On; Default = Off Bottom Lock changes the mode of the zoomed view in the Sonar Zoom View. Bottom Lock continuously graphs the bottom at a constant point on the display regardless of changes in depth. This “flattens“ out the bottom contour but is effective at showing fish on or near the bottom.

  • Page 99: Down Imaging™ X-Press™ Menu (Down Imaging™ Views Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di])

    Down Imaging™ X-Press™ Menu (Down Imaging™ Views only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) The Down Imaging™ X-Press™ Menu provides a shortcut to your most frequently-used settings. Press the MENU key once while in any of the Down Imaging™ Views to access the Down Imaging™...

  • Page 100: (Down Imaging™ Views Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di]) Cancel Navigation (Only When Navigating)

    Cancel Navigation (only when Navigating) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key and follow screen instructions. Cancel Navigation discards the current route and exits Navigation Mode. This menu option will only appear when you are currently navigating a route. This will not delete a previously-saved route. Imaging Sensitivity Settings: Auto, 1 to 20, where Low = 1, High = 20;...

  • Page 101: Upper Range (Advanced)

    DI Enhance Submenu • Sensitivity: Controls how much detail is shown on the display. When operating in very clear water or greater depths, increased sensitivity shows weaker returns that may be of interest. Decreasing the sensitivity eliminates the clutter from the display that is sometimes present in murky or muddy water.

  • Page 102: Lower Range

    Lower Range Settings: Auto to 1200 ft, Auto to 400 m (International Models only); Default = Auto Lower Range sets the deepest depth range that will be displayed by the unit. Auto: The Lower Range will be adjusted by the unit to follow the bottom automatically.

  • Page 103: Flasher X-Press™ Menu (Circular Flasher View Only)

    Flasher X-Press™ Menu (Circular Flasher View only) The Flasher X-Press™ Menu provides a shortcut to your most frequently-used settings. Press the MENU key once while in the Circular Flasher View to access the Flasher X-Press™ Menu. NOTE: Menu options will vary depending on system settings, such as whether you are currently navigating.

  • Page 104: Cancel Navigation (Only When Navigating)

    Cancel Navigation (only when Navigating) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key and follow screen instructions. Cancel Navigation discards the current route and exits Navigation Mode. This menu option will only appear when you are currently navigating a route. This will not delete a previously-saved route. Sensitivity Settings: Low = 1, High = 20;...

  • Page 105: Lower Range

    • 587ci HD/597ci HD: 0 to 990 ft, 0 to 397 m (International Models only); Default = 0 • 587ci HD DI/597ci HD DI: 0 to 990 ft, 0 to 397 m (International Models only); Default = 0 • 597ci HD XD: 0 to 3190 ft, 0 to 972 m (International Models only);...

  • Page 106: Color Palette (Circular Flasher View, Ice Fishing Mode Only)

    Color Palette (Circular Flasher View, Ice Fishing Mode only) Settings: Palette 1, Palette 2, Palette 3; Default = Palette 3 Color Palette sets the colors used to display sonar returns in the Circular Flasher View when Ice Fishing Mode is turned on. The active color palette is shown in the center of the circular flasher display.

  • Page 107: Snapshot And Recording X-Press™ Menu (Snapshot And Recording View Only)

    Snapshot and Recording X-Press™ Menu (Snapshot and Recording View only) The Snapshot and Recording X-Press™ Menu provides access to the snapshot management and sonar recording functions. Press the MENU key once while in the Snapshot and Recording View to access the Snapshot and Recording X-Press™...

  • Page 108: Start Recording (Optional-Purchase Sd Memory Card, Snapshot And Recording View Only)

    Start Recording (optional-purchase SD Memory Card, Snapshot and Recording View only) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to activate. Start Recording allows you to start sonar recording from the Snapshot and Recording View. This menu option is only available when an optional-purchase SD memory card is installed and Snapshot and Recording View is on the screen.

  • Page 109: Delete Recording (Optional-Purchase Sd Memory Card, Snapshot And Recording View Only)

    Delete Recording (optional-purchase SD Memory Card, Snapshot and Recording View only) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key and follow screen instructions. Delete Recording allows you to delete a single sonar recording. This menu option is only available when an optional-purchase SD memory card is installed, Snapshot and Recording View is on the screen, and you have selected a recording file.

  • Page 110: Playback Speed (Optional-Purchase Sd Memory Card, Snapshot And Recording View Only)

    Playback Speed (optional-purchase SD Memory Card, Snapshot and Recording View only) Settings: Record, Rewind 1, Rewind 2, Slow Play Reverse, Pause, Slow Play, Normal Play, Fast Forward 1, Fast Forward 2, Stop Playback Speed allows you to specify the playback speed for a sonar recording from the Snapshot and Recording View.

  • Page 111: Stop Playback (Optional-Purchase Sd Memory Card Only)

    Stop Playback (optional-purchase SD Memory Card only) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to activate. Stop Playback allows you to stop playback of a sonar recording from any view. This menu option is only available when an optional-purchase SD memory card is installed and Recording Playback is active.

  • Page 112: Navigation X-Press™ Menu (Navigation Views Only)

    NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplified by setting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal. See Main Menu: User Mode for details. Navigation X-Press™ Menu See Introduction to Navigation and the Humminbird® Waypoint Management Guide for more information. Navigation X-Press™ Menu...

  • Page 113: Cancel Navigation (Only When Navigating)

    MENU key once, or use Cursor to Waypoint to select a waypoint from the saved waypoints list. NOTE: See Introduction to Navigation and the Humminbird® Waypoint Management Guide for more information. The Waypoint Submenu includes the following menu options: Edit opens the Edit Waypoint dialog box so that you can edit the selected waypoint.

  • Page 114: Cursor To Waypoint (Chart Or Combo View Only)

    Cursor to Waypoint (Chart or Combo View only) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key and follow screen instructions. Cursor to Waypoint allows you to quickly move the cursor to any saved waypoint so that you can locate it or edit it. This X-Press™ Menu option only appears if you have saved waypoints.

  • Page 115: Remove Target (Only If A Target Is Active)

    You must have pressed the MARK key at least once since you last powered up the Fishfinder for this menu option to appear. NOTE: See Introduction to Navigation and the Humminbird® Waypoint Management Guide for more information.

  • Page 116: Reset Xte (Only When Navigating)

    The Waypoint Submenu includes the following menu options: Edit opens the Edit Waypoint dialog box so that you can edit the selected waypoint. See Introduction to Navigation and the Humminbird® Waypoint Management Guide for more information. Delete allows you to delete the waypoint.

  • Page 117: Alarms Menu Tab

    Alarms Menu Tab From any view, press the MENU key twice to access the Main Menu. The Alarms tab will be the default selection. NOTE: When an alarm is triggered, you can silence it by pressing any key. The alarm will be silenced and will not be triggered again until a new instance of the alarm condition is detected.

  • Page 118: Depth Alarm

    Depth Alarm Settings: Off, 1 to 100 feet, or 0.5 to 30 meters (International Models only); Default = Off Depth Alarm sounds when the depth becomes equal to or less than the menu setting. Fish ID Alarm Settings: Off, All, Large/Medium, Large; Default = Off Fish ID Alarm sounds when the Fishfinder detects fish that correspond to the alarm setting.

  • Page 119: Temp. Alarm

    Temp. Alarm Settings: Off, 33 to 120 Fahrenheit, 0 to 50 Celsius (International Models only); Default = Off Temp. Alarm sounds when the water temperature detected by the Fishfinder reaches the Temp. Alarm setting, which is either set in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius (International Models only).

  • Page 120: Arrival Alarm

    Arrival Alarm Settings: Off, 25 to 3000 feet, 10 to 1000 meters (International Models only); Default = 150 ft, 50 m Arrival Alarm sounds when the boat has either exceeded the distance to the destination waypoint, or has entered the Arrival Alarm Circle, based on the menu setting when navigating.

  • Page 121: Timer Setup

    Timer Setup Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to open the dialog box. Timer Setup allows you to open a dialog box to create settings for the Timer. You can also start the countdown from this dialog box. When the Timer is started, the clock counts down from the amount of time set in the dialog box.

  • Page 122: Sonar Menu Tab

    NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplified by setting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal. See Main Menu: User Mode for details. NOTE: Menu options are determined by your Humminbird® model. See the following pages for full menu descriptions. 597ci HD Sonar Menu, Advanced...

  • Page 123: Beam Select

    The available beam frequencies are determined by your Humminbird® model. The 587ci HD/597ci HD allows you to choose 200/83 kHz, 200 kHz, or 83 kHz (Default = 200/83 kHz). • When set to 200/83 kHz, the returns from both beams are blended by starting with the 83 kHz wide beam return, dimming it, and then overlaying it with the 200 kHz narrow beam return.
  • Page 124 Down Imaging™ Views. The 597ci HD XD allows you to choose 200/50 kHz, 200 kHz, or 50 kHz (Default = 200/50 kHz). • When set to 200/50 kHz, the returns from both beams are blended by starting with the 50 kHz wide beam return, dimming it, and then overlaying it with the 200 kHz narrow beam return.

  • Page 125: Imaging Frequency (Down Imaging™ Views Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di])

    Imaging Frequency (Down Imaging™ Views only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Settings: 800 kHz, 455 kHz; Default = 455 kHz Imaging Frequency allows you to select which frequency to apply to the Down Imaging™ beams (455 kHz or 800 kHz). For the best overall image quality and depth, select 455 kHz.

  • Page 126: Surface Clutter

    Surface Clutter Settings: Low = 1 to High = 10; Default = 5 Surface Clutter adjusts the filter that removes surface clutter noise caused by algae and aeration. The lower the setting, the less surface clutter will be displayed. Surface Clutter Surface Clutter SwitchFire™...

  • Page 127: Fish Id

    Orange Fish Symbols Blue Fish Symbols In the 587ci HD DI/597ci HD DI, targets detected in the 455 kHz conical beam are represented as orange fish symbols, and targets detected in the 200 kHz conical beam are represented as blue fish symbols.

  • Page 128: Fish Id Sensitivity

    Fish ID Sensitivity Settings: Low = 1, High = 10; Default = 5 Fish ID Sensitivity adjusts the threshold of the Fish ID+™ detection algorithms. Selecting a higher setting allows weaker returns to be displayed as fish. This is useful for identifying smaller fish species or baitfish. Selecting a lower setting displays fewer fish from weak sonar returns.

  • Page 129: Sonar Colors (Sonar View, Sonar Zoom View, Circular Flasher View, And Big Digits View)

    Sonar Colors (Sonar View, Sonar Zoom View, Circular Flasher View, and Big Digits View) Settings: Gray, Green, Inverse, Original Palette, Palette 1, Palette 2, Palette 3; Default = Original Palette Sonar Colors allows you to select which color palette you would like to use for the display.

  • Page 130: Zoom Width

    Zoom Width adjusts the width of the Zoom window on the Sonar Zoom View. 50 kHz Sensitivity (Advanced, XD Sonar only [597ci HD XD]) Settings: -10 to +10; Default = 0 50 kHz Sensitivity changes the sensitivity of the 50 kHz beam. Increasing the 50 kHz Sensitivity will display additional weak returns, and decreasing the 50 kHz Sensitivity will display fewer weak returns.

  • Page 131: Depth Lines (Advanced)

    Depth Lines (Advanced) Settings: Off, On; Default = On Depth Lines divide the display into four equal sections which are separated by three horizontal depth lines. The depth of each line is displayed along the depth scale. You can turn Depth Lines On or Off. Depth Lines Depth Lines Noise Filter...

  • Page 132: Max Depth (Advanced)

    • 587ci HD/597ci HD: Auto to 1200 ft, Auto to 400 m (International Models only); Default = Auto • 587ci HD DI/597ci HD DI: Auto to 1200 ft, Auto to 400 m (International Models only); Default = Auto • 597ci HD XD: Auto to 3200 ft, Auto to 975 m (International Models only);...

  • Page 133: Di Pings (Advanced, Down Imaging™ View And Chart/Down Imaging™ Combo View Only [587Ci Hd Di, 597Ci Hd Di])

    (Advanced, Down Imaging™ View and Chart/Down Imaging™ Combo View only [587ci HD DI, 597ci HD DI]) Settings: All Beams, DI Only; Default = All Beams DI Pings allows you to choose which beams are used to provide data in the Down Imaging™...

  • Page 134: Navigation Menu Tab

    User Mode to Advanced or Normal. See Main Menu: User Mode for details. NOTE: Menu options are determined by your Humminbird® model. See the following pages for full menu descriptions. Navigation Menu, Advanced Navigation Menu Tab...

  • Page 135: Current Track

    Current Track Settings: Save, Clear, Appearance, Stop Tracking Current Track allows you to view the Current Track submenu. See Introduction to Navigation: Tracks for more information. The Current Track Submenu contains the following menu options: Save allows you to save the current track. Clear allows you to delete the current track.

  • Page 136: Waypoints, Routes, Tracks (Waypoint Management Dialog Box)

    Waypoint Settings dialog box to set the waypoint icon category and the waypoint icon for all new waypoints. See Introduction to Navigation: Edit your Waypoints, Routes, Tracks, and Groups and the Humminbird® Waypoint Management Guide for details. The Waypoint Settings dialog box includes the following options: Icon Category allows you to select a waypoint icon category (All, Geometry, Alerts, Supplies, Navigation).

  • Page 137: Saved Tracks Default

    Saved Tracks Defaults Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to open the dialog box. Saved Tracks Defaults allows you to open the Default Track dialog box. Use the dialog box to set the default track appearance for all newly-saved tracks. The Saved Tracks dialog box includes the following options: Visibility allows you to set new tracks to visible or hidden.

  • Page 138: North Reference

    Waypoint Proximity Flags are also influenced by the zoom level and boat speed. The flags are only displayed if the chart range is less than .5 sm and the boat is traveling less than 15 mph. 597ci HD XD: Chart View with Waypoint Flags Turned On Waypoint...

  • Page 139: Waypoint Decluttering (Advanced)

    Waypoint Decluttering (Advanced) Settings: Off, On; Default = On Waypoint Decluttering allows you to set the declutter feature On or Off. When two or more waypoints overlap, or are displayed close together on a chart view, the screen will automatically declutter—waypoint names will shorten and the waypoint icons will change into small blue icons.

  • Page 140: Track Min Distance (Advanced)

    Track Min Distance (Advanced) Settings: 1 to 300 feet, or 1 to 100 meters (International Units only); Default = 16 ft, 5 m Track Min Distance allows you to set a minimum distance of travel before a trackpoint is added to the track. Track Min Distance works in conjunction with Trackpoint Interval.

  • Page 141: Course Projection Line

    Course Projection Line Settings: Standard, Single Vector, COG/SOG; Default = Standard Course Projection Line displays an arrow or line, extending from the bow of the boat, that projects your current course and shows where the boat will go if you continue on your present course. You can choose the style of the Course Projection Line as follows: •...

  • Page 142: Chart Menu Tab

    Chart Menu Tab Press the MENU key twice to access the Main Menu and then press the RIGHT Cursor key until the Chart tab is selected. NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplified by setting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal.

  • Page 143: Lat/Lon Grid

    Lat/Lon Grid Settings: Hidden, Visible; Default = Hidden Lat/Lon Grid allows you to display or hide a grid showing latitude and longitude lines. Navaids on Bird’s Eye View Settings: Hidden, Visible; Default = Visible Navaids on Bird's Eye View allows you to display or hide additional navigational aids in Bird’s Eye View, such as lights and buoys.

  • Page 144: Set Map Offset (Advanced)

    Set Map Offset (Advanced) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key and follow screen instructions to activate. Set Map Offset allows you to change the map offset used by your Fishfinder. Press the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to activate the cursor and move it to the location where the Map Offset will be applied.

  • Page 145: Chart Detail Level

    Chart Detail Level Settings: Basic, Navigation, Underwater, All, Custom; Default = All Chart Detail Level allows you to select how much chart detail you want displayed on the Navigation Views. NOTE: Some chart details are only available with optional-purchase SD memory cards.

  • Page 146: Map Borders

    587ci HD: Map Borders, shown with Custom Chart Layers Borders Roads Navaids Coastline Bridge (wavy red lines) Restricted Area Other POI (Points of Interest) Map Borders Settings: Hidden, MMC/SD Only, Visible; Default = MMC/SD Only Map Borders allows you to display or hide map borders. The dotted lines of a Map Border indicate an area which contains a different map.

  • Page 147: Auto Zoom (Advanced)

    Auto Zoom (Advanced) Settings: On, Off; Default = Off Auto Zoom sets the Chart View to zoom automatically based on the speed of the boat. As the boat’s speed increases, the chart range will increase. You can continue to use the +/– ZOOM keys to see more or less of the view, and Auto Zoom will resume after 20 seconds.

  • Page 148: Offset Speed (With Vessel Offset Turned On)

    Offset Speed (with Vessel Offset turned on) Settings: 5 to 60 mph, 5 to 50 kts, or 8 to 95 kph (International Models only); Default = 5 mph, 5 kts, 8 kph Offset Speed allows you to see more of the Chart View when the boat is traveling at or above the Offset Speed setting.

  • Page 149: Depth Highlight Range (+/-) (Optional-Purchase Lakemaster® Charts Only)

    Depth Highlight Range (+/-) (optional-purchase LakeMaster® charts only) Settings: 0 to 60 feet, 0 to 30 fathoms, 0 to 20 meters (International Models only); Default = 5 ft, 2m Depth Highlight Range adjusts the range on each side of the highlighted depth when Depth Highlight is active in the Chart View.

  • Page 150: Lake List (Optional-Purchase Lakemaster® Charts Only)

    Lake List (optional-purchase LakeMaster® charts only) Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to activate. Lake List allows you to view the list of lakes included on the installed SD memory card. Sort By: Highlight Sort By, and press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to select a sort option for the list.

  • Page 151: Setup Menu Tab

    Setup Menu Tab From any view, press the MENU key twice to access the tabbed Main Menu, then press the RIGHT Cursor key until the Setup tab is selected. NOTE: Menu options will vary depending on which accessories are attached to the unit. NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplified by setting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal.

  • Page 152: Units - Depth

    Units - Depth Settings: Domestic Models: Feet, Fathoms; International Models: Meters, Feet, Fathoms; Default = Feet/Meters Units - Depth selects the units of measure for all depth-related readouts. Units - Temp (International only) Settings: Celsius, Fahrenheit; Default = Celsius Units - Temp selects the units of measure for all temperature-related readouts. International Models only.

  • Page 153: User Mode

    User Mode Settings: Normal, Advanced; Default = Normal User Mode sets the menu system to Normal or Advanced. When set to Normal (default setting), the basic set of menu options are shown in the menu system. When set to Advanced, additional menu options are added to the menu system. See Main Menu: User Mode for details.

  • Page 154: Select Readouts (Advanced, Sonar View And Down Imaging™ View Only)

    Select Readouts (Advanced, Sonar View and Down Imaging™ View only) Settings: Various, Default = Off Select Readouts sets the information to display The readout position on in each of the 6 fixed-position data windows the screen arranged around the left and bottom edges of is shown in the Select the Sonar View screen.

  • Page 155: Depth Offset (Advanced)

    Default Sonar View Customized Sonar View NOTE: The availability of the digital readout information corresponds with the view selected, the accessory attached, and whether or not you are navigating. Depth Offset (Advanced) Settings: -10.0 to +10.0 feet, or -3.0 to +3.0 meters (International Models only);...

  • Page 156: Speed Calibration (Advanced, With Temp/Speed Only)

    Speed Calibration (Advanced, with Temp/Speed only) Settings: -20% to +20%, Default = 0% Speed Calibration will adjust the speed readout by the amount entered. This menu option is available if a Temp/Speed Accessory is connected and the paddlewheel has moved at least once. Local Time Zone (Advanced) Settings: Various, Default = EST [UTC-5] - Eastern...

  • Page 157: Time Format (Advanced, International Only)

    Time Format (Advanced, International only) Settings: 12 hour, 24 hour; Default = 12 hour Time Format changes the time format used by the unit. Time Format selects a 12 hour or 24 hour format for the time of day displayed when Time + Date is selected as a Digital Readout on the Sonar View (see Setup Menu Tab: Select Readouts).

  • Page 158: Nmea Output (Advanced)

    NMEA Output (Advanced) Settings: Off, On; Default = Off NMEA Output turns the NMEA* output on or off. NMEA Output should be turned On if you connect the NMEA Output wires of the GPS Receiver cable to another NMEA-compatible device, such as an autopilot. *NMEA 0183 is a National Marine Electronics Association standard for data communication.

  • Page 159: Demonstration

    Demonstration Settings: Off, Visible; Default = Visible Demonstration controls whether the Demonstration Mode is visible or off. The Demonstration Mode appears on the screen if you don’t press any keys during the warning screen at power up. Menu settings cannot be saved in Demonstration (see Power On and Start-Up Options Menu).

  • Page 160: Views Menu Tab

    The view will be removed from the view rotation if it is set to Hidden and will be displayed in the view rotation if it is set to Visible. NOTE: See Views for more information. 597ci HD DI: Views Menu Views Menu Tab...

  • Page 161: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center, please read the following section. Taking the time to review these troubleshooting guidelines may allow you to solve a performance problem yourself, and therefore avoid sending your unit back for repair. Fishfinder Doesn’t Power Up If your Fishfinder doesn’t power up, use the Installation Guide that also comes...

  • Page 162: Display Problems

    Display Problems There are several main conditions or sources of possible interference that may cause problems with the quality of the information displayed on the control head. Look in the following table for some symptoms of display problems and possible solutions: Problem Possible Cause The control head loses...

  • Page 163: Finding The Cause Of Noise

    Finding the Cause of Noise Electrical noise usually affects the display with many black dots at high speeds, and high sensitivity readings. One or more of the following sources can cause noise or interference: Possible Source of Noise Isolation Turn off any nearby electronic devices to see Other electronic devices if the problem goes away, then turn them on one at a time to see if the noise re-appears.
  • Page 164 IPX Rating ..IP67 Waterproof/Submersible @ 1 m for 30 minutes and dust tight NOTE: Humminbird® verifies maximum stated depth in saltwater conditions, but actual depth performance may vary due to transducer installation, water type, thermal layers, bottom composition and slope.
  • Page 165 IPX Rating ..IP67 Waterproof/Submersible @ 1 m for 30 minutes and dust tight NOTE: Humminbird® verifies maximum stated depth in saltwater conditions, but actual depth performance may vary due to transducer installation, water type, thermal layers, bottom composition and slope.
  • Page 166 IPX Rating ..IP67 Waterproof/Submersible @ 1 m for 30 minutes and dust tight NOTE: Humminbird® verifies maximum stated depth in saltwater conditions, but actual depth performance may vary due to transducer installation, water type, thermal layers, bottom composition and slope.
  • Page 167 ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: It is the intention of Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. to be a responsible corporate citizen, operating in compliance with known and applicable environmental regulations, and a good neighbor in the communities where we make or sell our products. WEEE DIRECTIVE: EU Directive 2002/96/EC “Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)”...
  • Page 168 Fish and other objects close to the bottom that fall within the dead zone will probably not be visible in the sonar beam. Precision sonar beams, such as the Humminbird® 20° beam, have a smaller dead zone than wider sonar beams.
  • Page 169 Noise appears as random “dots“ on the display and is caused by a variety of sources. Many Humminbird® products have a Noise Filter menu setting that allows the user to clear the screen of noise that is difficult to eliminate (also, see Troubleshooting).
  • Page 170 Many Humminbird® units operate at up to 40 times per second when in single frequency operation. Due to the limitation of the speed of sound in water, the update rate begins to slow as depth increases to deeper than 50 feet.
  • Page 171 Thermoclines Water layer(s) of distinctly different temperatures that create a sonar reflection due to the density of the differing water temperatures. Typically a thermocline will appear as a continuous band across the display at some distance above the bottom contour. Thermoclines are of interest to anglers because fish will suspend above or below the thermocline as they seek the optimum temperature and oxygen levels.
  • Page 172 Acquisition Time The length of time that a GPS receiver typically takes to determine a position from at least three satellites. Humminbird® GPS receivers provide very fast acquisition times (under one minute), permitting users to get out on the water faster.
  • Page 173 Estimated Position Error (EPE) A calculation that indicates the potential position inaccuracy the user may experience due to a variety of GPS factors which include satellite position in the sky, signal strength, and others factors. Fix Type Indicates whether the GPS receiver is providing 2D fix or 3D fix. A 2D fix requires only three satellites and provides only latitude and longitude.
  • Page 174 Speed Over Ground is optimal for navigation because accurate destination times can be derived from this measurement. Humminbird® products allow for input and display of both speed measurements. Time To Go (TTG) The estimated time required to reach the destination waypoint.
  • Page 175 GPS receiver’s memory. This can include a marker buoy, dock, fishing hole, or anywhere else the user may want to return to. Humminbird® products offer the ability to name and assign a symbol to the saved location. Depth, Date, and Time of Day when the waypoint was created is also saved.
  • Page 176 Contact Humminbird® Contact the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center in any of the following ways: By Telephone: (Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time): 1-800-633-1468 By e-mail: (typically we respond to your e-mail within three business days): service@humminbird.com...

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