Related Manuals for Matrix Humminbird 17
Summarization of Contents
How Sonar Works
Single Beam Sonar
Details the 200 kHz single beam sonar system used by the Matrix 10.
Dual Beam PLUS™ Sonar
Explains the 200/83 kHz Dual Beam PLUS™ sonar system for Matrix 17/27.
QuadraBeam™ Sonar
Describes the QuadraBeam™ sonar, providing wide coverage for Matrix 37.
Views
Sonar View
Default view showing historical sonar returns with depth and readouts.
Zoom View
Increases display resolution to view close sonar returns, splitting the screen.
200/83 kHz Split Sonar View
Displays 83 kHz wide beam and 200 kHz narrow beam returns side-by-side.
Big Digits View
Presents digital data in a large, easy-to-see format for depth, temp, speed, and Triplog.
Side Beam View
Shows sonar info from left/right 455 kHz beams and 200 kHz down-looking beam.
Key Functions
POWER/LIGHT Key
Turns the unit on/off and adjusts backlight and contrast.
VIEW Key
Cycles through available views, allowing selection and customization.
MENU Key
Accesses the menu system for settings and configurations.
4-Way Cursor Control Key
Navigates menus, selects options, and positions cursors.
EXIT Key
Cancels alarms, exits menus, and returns to previous states.
The Menu System
Start-Up Options Menu
Menu accessed during power-up to select operation mode (Normal, Simulator, etc.).
Sonar X-Press™ Menu
Sensitivity
Adjusts display detail, affecting weak sonar returns.
Upper Range
Sets the shallowest depth range displayed in certain views.
Lower Range
Sets the deepest depth range displayed on the screen.
Chart Speed
Determines how fast sonar information moves across the display.
Bottom View
Selects the method for representing bottom and structure on the display.
Zoom Level
Sets the magnification level for the Sonar Zoom View.
Sonar Menu Tab
Beam Select
Determines which sonar returns (beams) are displayed on the screen.
Fish ID+™
Interprets sonar returns to display fish symbols and their relative size.
Fish Sensitivity
Adjusts the threshold for Fish ID+™ detection algorithms.
RTS Window
Sets the RTS® window to Wide, Narrow, or Off in the Sonar View.
83 kHz Sensitivity
Changes the sensitivity of the 83 kHz beam for weak return display.
455 kHz Balance
Adjusts the sensitivity of the 455kHz beam for weak return display.
Depth Lines
Divides the display into four sections with horizontal depth lines.
Surface Clutter
Adjusts filter to remove surface clutter noise caused by algae/aeration.
Noise Filter
Limits interference from sources like boat engine or turbulence.
Max Depth
Adjusts the maximum depth of operation for the fishing system.
Water Type
Configures the unit for operation in fresh or salt water.
Transducer Select
Allows selection of the transducer to be used with the system.
Alarms Menu Tab
Depth Alarm
Sounds when the depth becomes equal to or less than the set value.
Fish ID Alarm
Sounds when fish detected match the alarm setting, requiring Fish ID+™ to be on.
Low Battery Alarm
Alerts when input battery voltage drops below a specified safety margin.
Alarm Tone
Selects the pitch of the alarm sound for audibility.
Setup Menu Tab
Units - Depth
Selects the units of measure for all depth-related readouts.
Units - Temp
Selects the units of measure for all temperature-related readouts.
Units - Distance
Selects units for distance-related readouts when accessories are connected.
Units - Speed
Selects units of measure for speed-related readouts with accessories.
User Mode
Sets the menu system to Normal or Advanced for different user control levels.
Language
Selects the display language for menus on International Models.
Triplog Reset
Resets the Triplog data (timer, distance, average speed) to zero.
Restore Defaults
Resets all menu settings to their factory default values.
Troubleshooting
Matrix Doesn't Power Up
Troubleshoots issues related to the unit failing to power on.
Matrix Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached
Addresses the unit defaulting to Simulator mode despite a connected transducer.
Display Problems
Covers common display issues like power loss at high speeds or weak readings.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Humminbird 17 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers