Introduction; Cleaning And Maintenance - Navman TRACKFISH 6600 Installation And Operation Manual

1 Introduction

The Navman TRACKFISH 6600 is a compact,
rugged, highly integrated GPS navigation
chartplotter and sonar fi shfi nder. It is designed
to be easy to use and has a large, easy to
read colour display. Complex navigation or
fi shfi nding functions can be performed with
a few key presses, taking the hard work out
of boating.
This manual describes how to install
and operate the TRACKFISH and gives
troubleshooting and operating tips.
GPS Navigation
The TRACKFISH has a built-in chart of the
world, suitable for route planning and general
interest. To see chart details for a region, plug in
a C-MAP™ chart card (an electronic chart).
The TRACKFISH receives GPS position
information from an external GPS antenna and
displays the boat's position and speed.
The TRACKFISH can navigate to a point or
can navigate along a route. When the boat
is navigating to one of these points, the
TRACKFISH displays course information for
the helmsman to follow. The TRACKFISH can
control an autopilot.
Sonar fishfinding
The TRACKFISH has a 50 kHz / 200 kHz dual
frequency sonar transducer and a 600 W RMS
power output to ensure that the TRACKFISH
operates effectively in shallow and deep water.
The TRACKFISH can detect the bottom to a
depth of 3300 feet (1000 metres) depending on
the clarity of the water, the ultrasonic frequency

1-1 Cleaning and maintenance

The TRACKFISH screen is covered by a
proprietary anti-refl ection coating. To avoid
damage, clean the screen only with a damp
cloth and mild detergent when dirty or covered
in sea salt. Avoid abrasive cleaners, petrol or
other solvents. If a plug-in card gets dirty or wet,
clean it with a damp cloth or mild detergent.
Cover or remove a transom-mounted
transducer when repainting the hull. If painting
over a through hull transducer with antifouling
paint, use only one coat of paint. Remove the
previous coat of antifouling paint by sanding
it lightly.
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chosen and the type of transducer used.
The TRACKFISH can be used to fi nd fi sh, to
locate features on the bottom such as reefs or
wrecks and to help recognize favourite fi shing
spots from the bottom profi le.
The TRACKFISH uses Navman's proprietary
SBN technology for sonar processing. Digital
adaptive fi lter algorithms enhance all returned
signals and fi lter false returns. Active noise
control rejects interference, which can often
be mistaken by fi shfi nders for true returns.
Other functions
With an optional fuel kit, the TRACKFISH
becomes a sophisticated yet easy to use
fuel computer. Navigation data can be saved
to a plug-in user card so that it can be easily
transferred to another Navman chartplotter.
The TRACKFISH is part of the Navman family
of instruments, which includes instruments
for speed, depth, wind and repeaters. These
instruments can be connected together to form
an integrated data system (see section 16-6).
For maximum benefi t, please read this manual
carefully before installing and using the unit.
Special terms are explained in Appendix C.
To optimize performance, avoid walking on
or jamming cables and connectors. Keep the
transducer free of weed, paint and debris.
Do not use a high pressure water blast on a
speed sensor paddlewheel as it may damage
the bearings.
Push the dust cover over the display when the
TRACKFISH is turned off.
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TRACKFISH 6600 Installation and Operation Manual