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  • Page 1 Talon Humminbird Accessory Manual 532599-1EN_C...

  • Page 2: Warnings

    Talon during operation, neither with body parts nor with or part of a system in a vessel may be considered beyond the scope of objects. The Talon is powerful and may endanger or injure you or Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council others.
  • Page 3 Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. APEX™, HELIX®, Humminbird®, Minn Kota®, SOLIX®, and X-Press™ Menu are trademarked by or registered trademarks of Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is issued under license.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Talon Settings ........

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Advanced GPS Navigation with wireless remote Talon foot switch Talon remote HELIX 9 G3N Mobile Device Dual Talons NOTE: For more information about compatible accessories and the One-Boat Network Mobile App, visit the Minn Kota Web site at minnkota. johnsonoutdoors.com. Introduction...

  • Page 6: Overview

    fish finder and your fish finder operations manual. Operations manuals and installation guides can be downloaded from our Web site at humminbird.johnsonoutdoors.com. NOTE: For complete details about the installation and setup of the Talon shallow water anchor, refer to the owner’s manual included with the Talon.

  • Page 7: How Talon Works

    (see Set Up Talon on the Humminbird Fish Finder: Set the Anchor Mode). By pairing compatible Bluetooth devices to the Talon, you can wirelessly control the Talon from anywhere on your boat. Any action or setting that is changed on one paired device will be applied to all paired devices.

  • Page 8: Preparation

    Perform the procedures in the following section to prepare your fishing system to use the Talon. | Update Your Fish Finder Software It is important to install the latest software update on your fish finder to enable the Talon features. Please find the required software version for your fish finder model below: ∆...

  • Page 9: Update Your Accessory Software

    If you have additional equipment connected to the network, update each product’s software individually. Refer to the accessory operations manual for instructions. NOTE: For instructions to update your Talon software, see Maintenance. Update Accessory Software with an SD Card You will need an SD or microSD card (depending on your fish finder model).

  • Page 10: Pair The Talons And Accessories

    Pair the Talon Accessories If you have additional accessories for the Talon, confirm they are paired to the Talon(s). For example, if you have the Talon remotes and/or the Talon foot switch, confirm they are paired to the Talon(s) before proceeding.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    The procedures in this section describe how to get started using the Talon with your Humminbird fish finder. NOTE: See the Talon Owner’s Manual for installation and configuration details. | Power On Confirm power connections for the Talon(s) and the Humminbird fish finder. If you have additional equipment connected to the network, power them on individually. Talon 1.

  • Page 12: Check Sensor Reception And Connections

    | Check Sensor Reception and Connections If you’ve connected separate-purchase equipment to the Humminbird network, such as AIS, Compass/Heading Sensor, Radar, Advanced GPS Navigation, MEGA 360 Imaging, and more, confirm the equipment is detected and communicating with the Humminbird. APEX/SOLIX Series HELIX Series 1.

  • Page 13: Pair The Talon To The Humminbird Fish Finder

    Networked Fish Finders: It is important to note that multiple fish finders cannot be connected to the Talon(s) at the same time. You can pair multiple fish finders, but only one HELIX, APEX or SOLIX can be connected to the Talon(s) at the same time. Fish Finders that are networked together over Ethernet will share Talon activity and menu settings over the Ethernet network.

  • Page 14: Pair The Talon To The Advanced Gps Navigation

    | Pair the Talon to the Advanced GPS Navigation System When the Talon is paired to the Advanced GPS Navigation System, you can control the Talon from the Minn Kota Wireless Remote, as well as set the Arrival Mode menu to auto-deploy the Talon(s).

  • Page 15: Pair The Talon To The One-Boat Network App

    To use the One-Boat Network mobile app, you will need to pair your mobile device to the Talon. Dual Talon Installations: If you have more than one Talon installed, you only have to perform the pairing process once (i.e. you do not have to pair every device to both Talons).
  • Page 16 NOTE: In order for the mobile device and your Talon to stay connected, Bluetooth needs to remain “on”. When the Talon is paired to the device and communicating with it, the One-Boat Network App will automatically recognize that the Talon is paired.

  • Page 17: Confirm Bluetooth Connections

    NOTE: To remove a Bluetooth device, see Troubleshooting. 1. Confirm the Talon and Humminbird Connection Using the Device List From the Device List, you can confirm which devices are connected to the Talon and review the software version and serial number for each connected device.
  • Page 18 3. Confirm Talon Connections from the Status Bar (APEX/SOLIX models only) You can confirm the status of the connected Talon(s) at any time on an APEX or SOLIX by checking the status bar icons. Please find the status icons and descriptions on the following page.
  • Page 19 One Talon is stowed and one Talon is being deployed, being retracted, or has been paused. In this example, the left (port) Talon is stowed and the right (starboard) Talon is in motion or paused. One Talon is deployed and anchored, and one Talon is being deployed, being retracted, or has been paused.

  • Page 20: Set Up Talon On The Humminbird Fish Finder

    Set Up Talon on the Humminbird Fish Finder Use the following section to review the menu options for Talon and select settings. NOTE: Talon menu options are included on the Minn Kota Wireless Remote and the One-Boat Network App. See each section in this manual for details.

  • Page 21: Open The Talon Options Menu

    | Open the Talon Options Menu When the Talon is paired to the Humminbird fish finder, additional menus are added to the menu system. Use the following instructions to access the Talon menu options on your fish finder. APEX/SOLIX Series 1.
  • Page 22 HELIX Series 1. Main Menu: Press the MENU key twice. 2. Select the Accessories tab. 3. Select Bluetooth Talon. Press the RIGHT Cursor key. Opening the Talon Options Menu (HELIX) Select Open Set Up Talon on the Humminbird Fish Finder...

  • Page 23: Assign The Active Talon (Dual Talon Installations Only)

    | Assign the Active Talon (dual Talon installations only) If you have two Talons installed and only want to operate one, you can select which Talon to use within the menu system. APEX/SOLIX Series HELIX Series 1. Open the Talon Options Menu.

  • Page 24: Confirm The Talon Retract Warning

    | Confirm the Talon Retract Warning The Talon Retract Warning provides an on-screen alert when the boat starts traveling above 3 mph (4.8 kph) with the Talon still deployed in the water. This feature can be turned off from the Alarms menu, however, it is recommended to keep the alarm on.

  • Page 25: Turn Auto Reconnect On Or Off

    | Turn Auto Reconnect On or Off If you want your Humminbird to automatically reconnect to the paired Talon after powering on the unit, turn Auto Reconnect on. If you have networked fish finders and want to manually control which fish finder connects to the Talon, turn this menu off.

  • Page 26: Operating Talon On The Humminbird Fish Finder

    Operating Talon on the Humminbird Fish Finder The Talon deploys into the water based on the deployment mode selected in Set Up Talon on the Humminbird Fish Finder: Set the Anchor Mode. You can deploy and retract the Talon using the following methods on the Humminbird Fish Finder: ∆...

  • Page 27: Deploy/Retract The Talon(S) Using The Quick Key

    Deploy/Retract the Talon(s) Using the Quick Key 1. From any view, press and hold the CHECK or ENTER key (depending on your Humminbird model) to automatically deploy or retract the Talon. Quick Deploy (SOLIX) left (port) anchor right (starboard) deployment depth...

  • Page 28: Power X-Press Menu

    Deploy/Retract the Talon(s) from the Power X-Press Menu You can deploy and retract the Talon from the Power X-Press Menu on HELIX, APEX and SOLIX. 1. From any view, press the POWER key. (On APEX/SOLIX units, you can also tap the status bar.) 2.

  • Page 29: Talon Options Menu

    Pause: To pause the deployment or retraction, select Pause. Press the RIGHT Cursor key. Retract: Select Talon(s) Up. Retract: Select Talon(s) Up. Press the RIGHT Cursor key. Deploy or Retract the Paused Talon from the Talon Options Menu (HELIX) Talon deployment paused. Select Up or Down to continue.

  • Page 30: Operate The Talon(S) Using The Talon Sidebar Widget

    2. Set the Anchor Mode 1. Select the Talon icon in the side bar widget. 2. Tap Anchor Mode until the preferred anchor mode is selected. See Set Up Talon on the Humminbird Fish Finder: Set the Anchor Mode. Operating Talon on the Humminbird Fish Finder...
  • Page 31 1. Select the Talon icon in the side bar widget. 2. Tap AUX Power to open the submenu. 3. Select the Left Talon or Right Talon to turn on/off the corresponding auxiliary power. 6. Link/Unlink Talon Deployment (dual Talon installations only) 1.

  • Page 32: Operating Talon With The Wireless Remote

    Port or Starboard Talon. The Talon selected is based on the selection made using the Talon remote. 5. While the Talon is deploying, it is possible to pause the action. To pause the action, make sure that Talon Pause is highlighted.
  • Page 33 Speed Down button to find Talon Up. NOTE: The Talon Up menu option can only be found in the Power Menu on the Wireless Remote paired with a Talon that has been deployed. 3. Once Talon Up is highlighted, press the Steer Right button to engage it.

  • Page 34: Operating Talon With The One-Boat Network Mobile App

    Operating Talon with the One-Boat Network Mobile App The One-Boat Network mobile app allows you to operate the Talon(s) from your paired mobile device. For pairing instructions, see Getting Started: Pair the Talon to the One-Boat Network App. NOTE: Wi-Fi or cellular data must be enabled on your mobile device to access some of the features in this app.

  • Page 35: Application Buttons

    Auto Down: Double tap to deploy the anchor. Pause: Tap to interrupt the current action. The Talon(s) will remain at the current depth until another command is sent. The action for both deploying and retracting the anchor can be paused. The Pause button will appear in place of the Auto Up or Auto Down buttons during deploying or retracting.

  • Page 36: Talon Settings

    Adjust the work light brightness from High, Medium and Low. Color Change the work light color from white to blue. If you connect a compatible accessory to the Talon, you can turn the auxiliary power for Auxiliary Power the connected accessory on and off.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Panel. Therefore, you may need the assistance of another person. It is important to note that after you reset the Talon(s), you must re-pair all paired devices (Humminbird fish finder, mobile device, Talon accessories, etc.) For dual Talon installations, you will also have to re-pair the Talons to each other.

  • Page 38: Manually Retract The Talon(S)

    NOTE: For additional support, see your Talon Owner’s Manual. Manually Retract the Talon(s) In the event the Talon will not retract by command from the fish finder, the Talon Indicator Panel, or from any other paired device, use the following instructions to manually retract the Talon.

  • Page 39: Reverse Left/Right Talon Installation

    (dual Talon installation only) To correct for an improper setup, where the Left (Port) Talon is displaying as the Right (Starboard) Talon or vice versa, use the following instructions to correct how the Talon(s) are displayed on the fish finder:...

  • Page 40: Forget Talon

    Forget Talon In the event you want to disconnect the Talon from the fish finder, use the following instructions: APEX/SOLIX Series HELIX Series 1. Press the HOME key. 1. Main Menu: Press the MENU key twice. 2. Select the Bluetooth tool.
  • Page 41 You can update the Talon software through your Humminbird fish finder or by using the One-Boat Network mobile app. Requirements: The Talon has to be paired to the fish finder or the mobile device, as the software update is pushed via the Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 42 Contact Humminbird Any questions relating to the product should be directed to our Help Center at https://humminbird-help. johnsonoutdoors.com/hc/en-us or in writing to the address below: Humminbird Service Department 678 Humminbird Lane Eufaula AL 36027 USA Social Media Resources: Facebook.com/HumminbirdElectronics Twitter.com (@humminbirdfish) Instagram.com/humminbirdfishing YouTube.com/humminbirdtv Contact Humminbird...

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