Pub. 988-0143-641 www.eaglesonar.com
Fish-finding & Depth Sounding Sonars
FishEasy 2, FishEasy 2T, FishEasy 2 Portable, SeaFinder 240DF
Installation and Operation Instructions
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Table of Contents

Introduction.... 1 Capabilities and Specifications.. 1 Installation.... 3 Transducer Installation... 3 selecting a transducer location.. 4 shoot-thru-hull vs. transom mounting.. 6 transom transducer assembly and mounting.. 6 trolling motor bracket installation..12 transducer orientation and fish arches.13 shoot-thru-hull preparation and installation. 13 Speed and temperature sensors..16 Optional speed sensor installation...19 Power connections..20 Mounting sonar unit: in-dash, bracket or portable..21 In-Dash installation...21 Bracket installation..22 Portable installation...23 Operation and features...27 Keyboard basics...27 Turn on and off...27 Menus...27 Display opening screen...28 Chart scroll (stop or start scroll)..29 Screen Display Modes (Page Menu)..30 Full Chart....30 Split Chart...31 Dual Frequency (Dual Freq SeaFinder 240DF only).31 Large Digital (Lrg Digital)...32 Range - automatic and manual...33 Zoom....33 Sensitivity...35 Grayline...37 Fish I.D...38 FishTrack....39 FishReveal chart mode...40 Chart scroll speed and HyperScroll...41 Noise reject and ASP (Advanced Signal Processing)..42 Alarms...43 Fish alarm...43 Shallow alarm...44 Deep alarm...45 i
System Setup....46 Display backlights...46 Display contrast..46 Depth units of measure...47 Temperature units of measure..48 Speed and distance log units of measure..48 Reset distance log...49 Preset unit (reset all options)...49 System Info (operating software version)..50 Simulator...50 Chart Setup...51 Limit Search...51 Change Frequency (SeaFinder 240DF only)..52 Digital data size for depth, temperature, speed and distance log.. 53 Scales....54 Chart Mode (see FishReveal)..40 Troubleshooting...55 Warranty and service information...61

Introduction

Thank you for buying an Eagle sonar! Your unit is a high-quality sonar designed for both professional and novice fishermen. All Eagle sonars have an automatic mode that finds and displays the bottom, fish, underwater structure and more right out of the box. All you have to do is press the on (PWR) key. However, if you want to fine-tune your unit, press the MENU UP key. The FishEasy 2 family has several powerful features you can control by scrolling through easy-to-use menus with the arrow and menu keys. To get started with your Eagle sonar, first read the installation section. It contains instructions for mounting the sonar unit, the transducer and any optional accessories, such as a speed sensor. Following recommended installation practices will pay off in optimum performance of your Eagle sonar. Improper installation can cause problems down the road, especially if the transducer is badly mounted. After you've read the installation instructions, install the unit and accessories. Then, read the rest of the manual. The more you know about your sonar, the better it will work for you. Take advantage of the Simulator feature. It allows you to practice operating your sonar before you get it in the water. And when you finally head for your favorite fishing hole, take this manual along for reference.
Capabilities and Specifications: FishEasy 2 Family
General Case size:.. 5.2" H x 5.4" W x 2.6" D (13.2 cm H x 13.6 cm W x 6.6 cm D) sealed, waterproof; suitable for saltwater use. Display:.. High-contrast Film SuperTwist LCD; 4.0" (10.2 cm) diagonal viewing area. Resolution:.. 240 pixels (vert.) x 160 pixel (horiz.) resolution; 38,400 total pixels Backlighting:. Backlit screen and keypad for night use. Input power:. 10 to 17 volts DC. Current drain:.. 300 ma lights off; 400 ma lights on. Back-up memory:.. Built-in memory stores sonar settings when unit is turned off. 1

Single-frequency transom installations
Tools include: two adjustable wrenches, drill, #29 (0.136") drill bit, flathead screwdriver (for mounting screws and their pilot holes). Supplies: none.
Dual-frequency transom installations
Tools: two adjustable wrenches, drill, #20 (0.161") drill bit, flat-head screwdriver (for mounting screws and their pilot holes). Supplies: four, 1" long, #12 stainless steel slotted wood screws.
Single-frequency trolling motor installations
Tools: two adjustable wrenches, flat-head screwdriver. Supplies: plastic cable ties.
Shoot-through hull installations
Tools: these will vary depending on your hull's composition. Consult your boat dealer or manufacturer. Supplies: 100 grit sandpaper, good quality epoxy adhesive. Selecting a Transducer Location 1. The transducer must be placed in a location that has a smooth flow of water at all times. If the transducer is to be mounted inside the hull, then the chosen location must be in the water at all times. If the transducer is not placed in a smooth flow of water, interference caused by bubbles and turbulence will show on the sonar's display in the form of random lines or dots whenever the boat is moving. NOTE: Some aluminum boats with strakes or ribs on the outside of the hull create large amounts of turbulence at high speed. These boats typically have large outboard motors capable of propelling the boat at speeds faster than 35 mph. Typically, a good location on aluminum boats is between the ribs closest to the engine. 2. The transducer should be installed with its face pointing straight down, if possible. 3. If the transducer is mounted on the transom, make sure it doesn't interfere with the trailer or hauling of the boat. Also, don't mount it closer than approximately one foot from the engine's lower unit. This will prevent cavitation (bubble) interference with propeller operation. 4. If possible, route the transducer cable away from other wiring on the boat. Electrical noise from engine wiring, bilge pumps and aerators can be displayed on the sonar's screen. Use caution when routing the transducer cable around these wires. 4
CAUTION: Clamp the transducer cable to transom near the transducer. This will help prevent the transducer from entering the boat if it is knocked off at high speed.

Good location

Poor location Good location
Good location Poor angle Good and poor transducer locations.
How low should you go? For most situations, you should install your Skimmer transducer so that its centerline is level with the bottom of the boat hull. This will usually give you the best combination of smooth water flow and protection from bangs and bumps.

Transom Transom

Transducer centerline

Hull bottom

Align transducer centerline with hull bottom. A dual frequency transducer is shown at left and a single frequency transducer at right.

cation that shot through the hull the best and follow the instructions on the following pages for a shoot-thru-hull mounting.
Transducer location (high speed) Transducer location (trolling speed)
Shoot-thru-hull transducer locations for high speed or trolling speed operation.
Shoot-thru-hull Installation 1. Make sure the area is clean, dry and free of oil or grease, then sand both the inside surface of the hull and the face of the transducer with 100 grit sandpaper. The surface of the hull must be flat so the entire transducer face is in contact with the hull prior to bonding.

Spread epoxy here

Sand this surface
Epoxy transducer to hull.
2. Follow the instructions on the epoxy package and mix it thoroughly. Do not mix it too fast, because it will cause bubbles to form in the epoxy. Apply a small amount on the face of the transducer as shown above, then spread a small amount onto the sanded area on the hull.
Place the transducer into the epoxy, twisting and turning it to force any air bubbles out from under the transducer face. The face of the transducer should be parallel with the hull, with a minimum amount of epoxy between the hull and transducer. After the epoxy dries, route the cable to the sonar unit.
Speed/Temperature Sensors
The FishEasy 2 family can accept as many as two temperature sensors, which can be used to monitor the temperature of surface water, a live well or some other location. These units can accept an optional speed sensor for showing speed and distance traveled. However, you can only use one accessory at a time. If you would like to use a speed sensor and a temperature sensor at the same time, you will need a combination device. NOTE: The FishEasy 2T and SeaFinder 240DF are packed with transducers containing built-in temp sensors. The SeaFinder package also includes a speed sensor. If you have another model and want a speed or temp sensor, see the Accessory Ordering Information in the back of this manual. If a second temp sensor is used, it must be the model TS-2U. This model has a fixed electronic "address" which designates it as the second of two temp sensors. Dual temperatures are only displayed on the Full Chart page. The Large Digital page will only display the primary temperature sensor.
Primary temp sensor built into transducer TS-2U secondary external temp sensor shown as T2
Full Chart page showing dual temperature display.
See the following charts for sample sensor combinations and cable connections. 16
Sonar unit rear view TS-2U temperature sensor 3-amp fuse
12-volt battery Power/transducer cable Transducer with no temperature sensor Sonar unit with external temperature sensor. Transducer lacks a builtin temperature sensor. Sonar unit rear view ST-TU combination speed and temperature sensor

If the base of the transom has a radius, fill the gap between the transom and the sensor with the caulking compound. This will help ensure a smooth water flow. Route the sensor's cable through or over the transom to the sonar unit. If you need to drill a hole in the transom to pass the connector through, the required hole size is 5/8". Caution: If you drill a hole in the transom for the cable, make sure it is located above the waterline. After installation, be sure to seal the hole with the same marine grade above- or below-waterline sealant used for the screws. The sensor is now ready for use. Connect the sensor to the accessory socket on the back of the unit. If you have any questions concerning the installation of the sensor, please contact your local boat dealer. POWER CONNECTIONS (permanent mount units only) The unit works from a 12-volt battery system. You can attach the power cable to your boat's accessory or power buss (or directly to the battery). If you use an accessory buss but have problems with electrical interference, attach the power cable directly to the battery. If the cable is not long enough, splice #18 gauge wire onto it.
To unit Red wire with 3 amp fuse
Black wire 12 volt battery
Power connections for the FishEasy 2 family sonar units (direct battery connection shown).
If possible, keep the power cable away from other boat wiring, especially the engine's wires. This will provide the best isolation from electrical noise. The power cable has two wires, red and black. Red is the positive lead, black is negative or ground. Make sure to attach the inline fuse holder to the red lead as close to the power source as possible. For example, if you have to extend the power cable to the battery or power buss, attach one end of the fuse holder directly to the battery or 20
power buss. This will protect both the unit and the power cable in the event of a short. It uses a 3-amp fuse. CAUTION: Do not use this product without a 3-amp fuse wired into the power cable! Failure to use a 3-amp fuse will void your warranty. This unit has reverse polarity protection. No damage will occur if the power wires are reversed. However, the unit will not work until the wires are attached correctly. MOUNTING THE SONAR UNIT: In-Dash, Bracket or Portable You can install the sonar unit on the top of a dash with the supplied bracket. It can also be installed in the dash with an optional FM-4 mounting kit. In-Dash Installation The following figure shows dimensions for in-dash mounting. The indash adapter kit includes a template for cutting the mounting hole and complete installation directions on instruction sheet 988-0147-44.

121 [4.76]

47 [1.85]

Hole diameter 3.5 [0.14]

In-Dash Template
Millimeters [Inches] Cut on line 112 [4.40]

R 6.35 [0.25]

ALWAYS VERIFY DIMENSIONS 119 [4.68]
In-dash mounting template for FishEasy 2 family, showing dimensions. NOTE: The preceding figure is not printed to scale. A scaled template is available for free download from our web site, www.eaglesonar.com.
If you use the supplied gimbal bracket, you may be interested in the optional GBSA-1 swivel bracket kit. This converts the unit's gimbal bracket to a swivel mount which can be used on the dash or overhead 21
mounting positions. Installation instructions for the in-dash and swivel mounting kits are supplied with the adapter kits. Bracket Installation Mount the unit in any convenient location, provided there is clearance when its tilted for the best viewing angle. Holes in the brackets base allow wood screw or through-bolt mounting. 57.2
136 [5.35] [2.25] 23.8 [0.94]

132 [5.20]

147.4 [5.80]

Millimeter [Inch]

66 [2.60]
Front view (left) and side view (right) showing dimensions of FishEasy 2 family sonar units when mounted on gimbal bracket.
It may be necessary to place a piece of plywood on the back side of thin panels to reinforce the panel. Make sure there is enough room behind the unit to attach the power and transducer cables. Drill a 1-inch (25.4 mm) hole in the dash for the power and transducer cables. The best location for this hole is immediately under the gimbal bracket location. This way, the bracket can be installed so that it covers the hole, holds the cables in position and results in a neat installation. Some customers, however, prefer to mount the bracket to the side of the cable hole it's a matter of personal preference. After drilling the hole, pass the transducer connector up through the hole from under the dash. Drop the power cable's bare-wire end down though the hole from the top. If you wish, you can fill in the hole around the cables with a good marine caulking compound. (Some marine dealers stock cable hole covers to conceal the opening.) No matter what type of installation you prefer, 22
be sure to leave enough slack in the cables to allow tilting or swiveling the unit. If you choose to fill in the hole, be sure to position the cables against the rear edge of the hole as you apply the fill material. Before positioning the bracket, be sure to hold the cables against the rear edge of the hole. Then, slide the bracket over the hole and butt the rear of the bracket base firmly against the cables, thus pinning them in place against the side of the hole. Finally, fasten the bracket to the dash. Attach the unit to the gimbal bracket using the supplied gimbal knobs and washers. Slide the rubber washers onto the gimbal knobs then loosely screw the knobs into their sockets. Slide the unit into the bracket with the rubber washers to the outside of the bracket arms. Tilt the unit to the desired viewing angle and tighten the knobs finger tight Portable Sonar Installation Like many Eagle products, the FishEasy 2 sonar family is capable of portable operation by using the optional PPP-13 portable power pack. In fact, the FishEasy 2 Portable package includes the PPP-13 and the transducer necessary for portable use. The power pack and portable or floating transducers expand the uses for your sonar. You can use your FishEasy 2 or FishEasy 2 Portable on your boat or take it to the dock, on a float tube, on an ice fishing trip or use it as a second sonar in a friend's boat. The PPP-13 package includes the power pack, battery adapter and a portable transducer. Batteries are not included. The power pack has a storage compartment for the portable transducer. The pack can be used with eight "D" cell alkaline batteries or an optional sealed, rechargeable battery. To use the portable power pack, you simply install the batteries and then attach the sonar unit to the power pack's bracket. Plug in the power and transducer cables and you're ready to fish. Attach the sonar unit to the bracket with the supplied washers and knobs. Installing the Power Pack Recommended tools for installation include a slotted screw driver and two adjustable wrenches. The following figure shows the proper arrangement for the washers.

Plastic washer Rubber washer Gimbal bracket

Gimbal knob Sonar unit

For a secure portable mount, attach the unit to the portable power pack's gimbal bracket using the supplied gimbal knobs and washers as shown above.
Installing the Batteries Release the latch on the front of the battery case. Open the compartment and install either an optional rechargeable battery or eight "D" cell batteries into the adapter. For the longest life, we recommend you use alkaline batteries. After installing the batteries, close the case and plug the sonar unit's power cable into the socket on the battery case. Turn the sonar unit on. If it doesn't work, make sure the battery terminals are making good contact against the battery contacts. Also check the wiring connections on the D-cell battery adapter. The red wire on the power cable should be attached to the red wire on the D-cell battery adapter and the power cable's black wire should be connected to the black wire on the D-cell battery adapter. If it still doesn't work, check the battery voltage. Most of the complaints we receive about portable units result from stale batteries. Make sure the ones you buy are fresh. Always remove batteries from the battery compartment before storing the unit because dead batteries can leak and corrode the contacts.
"D" cell battery
Install batteries in power case battery adapter.
In cold weather the efficiency of dry cell batteries drops with the temperature. We find it a good idea to have the sonar unit good and warm along with the batteries before we leave home. If the batteries do lose a charge, you can sometimes restore them by placing them in a warm room or car interior. A better way is to replace them with batteries that have been kept warm. WARNING: Never heat the batteries over an open flame or direct hot air onto them. A fire or explosion could result. Portable Transducer Assembly Assemble the transducer and bracket as shown in the following figure. Attach the transducer to the bracket with the supplied hardware. Make sure there is one washer on each side of the transducer, inside the bracket. Slide the other washer over the end of the bolt and thread the nut onto it. Screw the suction cup onto the bracket using the supplied screw and flat washer. Tie the nylon cord through the hole in the top of the bracket. When using this transducer, tie the other end of the nylon cord to the boat. This will help prevent the loss of the transducer if it comes off the boat. 25

Tie nylon cord here Suction cup Screw

Bolt Washer

Washer Transducer
Portable transducer assembly: rear view (left) and side view (right.)
Clean the chosen area of the hull before attaching the suction cup. Locate the transducer on the hull as shown in the following figure. Don't allow the bracket to extend below the hull, because water pressure against it can cause the suction cup to come off at speed. Moisten the cup, then press it onto the hull as firmly as possible. Tie the nylon cord to the boat and route the transducer cable to the sonar unit. Your portable sonar is now ready for use.

Suction cup Bracket

Hull Transducer
Portable transducer installed on boat transom.
NOTE: For optimum operation, the portable transducer should be adjusted so that it is parallel to the ground. For more information on this, see the earlier segment on Transducer Orientation and Fish Arches.

Operation

KEYBOARD BASICS The unit sounds a tone when you press any key. This tells you the unit has accepted a command. Numbers in the photo correspond to key explanations below:
Eagle FishEasy 2 Sonar, front view, showing screen and keyboard.
1. PWR/CLEAR (power and clear) This key appears in the manual text simply as PWR. Press this key to turn the unit on and off. It also clears menu selections and the menus from the screen. NOTE: You must hold the PWR key down for a countdown of five in order to turn the unit off. 2. MENU UP (menu up) 3. MENU DOWN (menu down) These keys appears in the manual text as MENU UP or MENU DOWN. (In some units, the keys may appear as MENU FWD or MENU REV, respec27
tively.) Most of the time, the instructions require you to press either menu key, so the text simply uses the word MENU. Usually, when we say MENU, you can simply press the MENU UP key for consistency. This sonar unit has many features that are accessed with the menu keys. The MENU UP key moves up or forward through the menus, the MENU DOWN key moves down or backward. To see the first menu, simply press either MENU key. To see the other menus, press a MENU key repeatedly to cycle through the menu list. 4. UP and DOWN ARROWS These keys appear in the manual text as DOWN ARROW or UP ARROW. Use these keys to adjust virtually every feature and function on the sonar unit. MEMORY This unit has permanent memory that saves all user settings, even when power is removed. It does not require, nor does it use an internal backup battery, so you never have to worry about replacement batteries. MENUS This unit uses menus to guide you through the various functions and features. Menu names and settings appear in the manual text as small capital letters like SENSITIVITY, which represents the Sensitivity menu. The menu keys access these features, allowing you to customize the unit to your particular needs and water conditions. All you have to do to leave one menu and enter another is press MENU repeatedly. If you ever get lost in the menus, simply press the PWR key. This clears the menus from the screen. Menus change depending on the mode the unit is in. Messages may appear in menu boxes or new menus can appear, depending on previous selections.

This screen shows a typical menu, the Scroll Speed menu.
DISPLAY Opening Screen The lights flash for about 10 seconds when the unit is turned on. The backlight menu first appears on the screen. To turn the lights on, press 28
UP ARROW. If you dont press a key, the menu will disappear after a few seconds. If you don't want to wait, press PWR to clear the menus from the screen.
When the sonar unit is first turned on and the backlight menu disappears, the display screen shows the Full Chart Page, or mode. The Fish I.D. feature is off. The depth range shows on the depth scale on the right side of the screen. On the screen below, the range is from 0 to 60 feet and the bottom depth is 33.2 feet, shown by the digital sonar.
Digital depth School of bait fish Fish arches near bait fish Depth scale Grayline Depth range at bottom of depth scale Surface clutter
Thermocline Bottom signal Transducer frequency (SeaFinder 240DF only) Speed
Opening screen, Full Chart page, or mode.
CHART SCROLL (stopping and starting) In normal operation, the sonar chart will scroll from right to left across the screen. You can stop the chart from scrolling across the screen. This is useful when you want to "freeze" the picture to study it more closely. To stop or start the chart, press MENU until the CHART menu appears. Use the arrow keys to select or highlight the desired setting, then press PWR to clear the menu.
Chart menu. Chart is running or scrolling normally at left. Chart is stopped at right, and "Stopped" warning message appears.
SCREEN DISPLAY MODES or PAGES The FishEasy 2 series has three screen display modes, or "Pages:" Full Chart page, Split Chart page and Large Digital page. The SeaFinder 240DF also has a Dual Frequency page.
The Page menu lets you select among the display modes, or pages. Left, FishEasy 2 series Page menu. Right, SeaFinder 240DF Page menu.
To switch from one page to another page, press MENU until the PAGE menu appears. Press UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW to select the desired page. (The screen changes as you move through the menu.) When the page you want is selected, press PWR to clear the menu. FULL CHART This shows all echoes scrolling across the full screen. This is the default page. The bottom signal scrolls across the screen from right to left. Depth scales on the right side of the screen make it easy to determine the depth of fish, structure, and other targets. The line at the top of the screen represents the surface. The bottom depth (as determined by the digital sonar) shows in the upper left corner.

Full Chart page, showing digital depth at top and speed at bottom.
If an optional speed or temperature sensor is connected, digital displays for speed and/or temperature will also be shown. SPLIT CHART This shows the normal view of the underwater world from the surface to the bottom on the right side of the screen. The left side shows an enlarged or "zoomed" version of the echoes appearing on the right side. A zoom message, such as "2X," appears at the bottom of the "zoomed" side of the screen.
Split Chart page with normal view at right; zoomed view at left.
DUAL-FREQUENCY SPLIT CHART (SeaFinder 240DF only) This page shows sonar data from the 50 kHz transducer element on the left side of the screen and data from the 200 kHz transducer on the right side. All other functions and features are the same as the Full Chart page.
Dual-Frequency Split Chart page, with 50 kHz view at left and 200 kHz view at right.
You can adjust the sensitivity in each window. To change the 200 kHz window's sensitivity, press MENU until the SENSE 200K menu appears. Press UP ARROW to increase the sensitivity, DOWN ARROW to decrease it. When it's set at the desired level, press PWR to clear the menu. Change the 50 kHz window sensitivity in the same way, but use the SENSE 50K menu.
Dual-Frequency Split Chart page. The 50 kHz sensitivity menu is shown at left and the 200 kHz sensitivity menu is shown at right.
Lrg DIGITAL (Large Digital) The Large Digital page shows all information in big numbers. The digital depth display is at the top of this screen, followed by the temperature, speed, and distance readings. NOTE: Temperature, speed, and distance require a temperature or speed sensor. These may be optional equipment, depending on the sonar model you purchased.

Large Digital page.

RANGE When turned on for the first time, the unit automatically adjusts the depth range according to water conditions. It always keeps the bottom displayed in the lower portion of the screen. You can over-ride the automatic range control and manually select a range. To do this, press MENU until the RANGE menu appears. Use the arrow keys to select the desired range. When you're finished, press PWR to clear the menu from the display.

Range Select menu.

This unit has the following ranges: 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, 60, 80, 100, 150, 200, 300, 500, 800 and 1,000 feet. ZOOM The zoom feature enlarges all echoes on the screen. The 2X zoom doubles the size of the echoes on the display; the 4X zoom quadruples the echo size.
Zoom screen, showing Zoom menu and the 2X zoom indicator at the top right of the screen.

Preset Unit menu resets all options to the factory settings.
SYSTEM INFO To show the operating software system information, press MENU DOWN until the SYSTEM menu appears, then press UP ARROW. Press MENU DOWN until the SYSTEM INFO screen appears. Press PWR to clear the screen.

System Info screen.

SIMULATOR This unit has a built-in simulator that shows a simulated bottom signal with fish signals. This lets you practice with the unit as if you were on the water; all features and functions of the unit are usable. A message appears occasionally to remind you that the simulator is on. To use the simulator, press DOWN MENU repeatedly until the SYSTEM menu appears, then press UP ARROW. Press DOWN MENU until the SIMULATOR menu appears. Now press UP ARROW to turn it on, and press PWR to clear the menu. Repeat the above steps to turn it off, or you can simply turn the unit off and back on again.

Simulator menu.

NOTE: If you turn on your unit before attaching a transducer, it may enter a demo mode. The words "demo mode" flash on the bottom of the screen and a sonar chart plays much like the simulator. Unlike the simulator, the demo mode is for demonstration only, and will automatically stop as soon as you turn on the unit with a transducer attached. The simulator will continue to function normally. CHART SETUP The Chart Setup menu lets you further customize the display. The size of the digital numbers for the depth, temperature, speed and distance log can be customized from this menu. The depth scales shown on the right side of the screen can be modified, and the Fish Reveal modes can be turned on or off. To enter the Chart Setup menu sequence, press MENU DOWN until the CHART SETUP menu appears. Press UP ARROW and then you can use the menu keys to cycle through the chart setup menus.

Chart Setup menu.

LIMIT SEARCH The Limit Search command helps you maintain maximum chart detail when you are moving fast in deep water (about 200 feet.) When turned on, Limit Search prevents the digital sonar from over-riding the sonar chart's depth range setting. Limit Search does this by preventing the digital sonar from slowing down the ping speed as it automatically searches for and tracks the bottom. The default setting is off, and this should fit most freshwater fishing situations. 51
High boat speed and slow ping speed (caused by the deeper bottom) can reduce the screen refresh rate. This in turn can reduce the amount of detail seen on the sonar chart. Try this command only if you are in deep water, traveling at high speed, and notice a reduction in detail on the sonar chart. When Limit Search is turned on, the digital sonar will limit its search for the bottom to the depth range you have set for the sonar chart. NOTE: Turning Limit Search on can cause the digital sonar to lose the bottom in some situations. The digital depth will flash if that occurs. The sonar chart must be in manual depth range mode to use the Limit Search command. To switch from auto depth range to manual, press MENU until the RANGE menu appears. Use the arrow keys to select the desired range. When you're finished, press PWR to clear the menu from the display. Next, press MENU DOWN until the CHART SETUP menu appears, then press UP ARROW to enter the list of Chart Setup commands, where the LIMIT SEARCH menu appears. Press UP ARROW to turn it on and press PWR to clear the menu.

Scales menu, with scale on (left) and off (right). With the scale off, only the upper and lower limits (zero and 60 in this case) are displayed
To turn the scale off, press MENU DOWN until CHART SETUP appears, then press UP ARROW. Press MENU DOWN until SCALES appears, then press DOWN ARROW to select UPPER LOWER ONLY. Press the PWR key to clear the menus. To turn scale on, press MENU DOWN until CHART SETUP appears, then press UP ARROW. Press MENU DOWN until SCALES appears, then press UP ARROW to select SHOW INTERMEDIATE. Press the PWR key to clear the menus. 54

Troubleshooting

If your unit is not working, or if you need technical help, please use the following troubleshooting section before contacting the factory customer service department. It may save you the trouble of returning your unit for repair. For contact information, refer to the last page, just inside the back cover of this manual. Unit won't turn on: 1. Check the power cable's connection at the unit. Also check the wiring. 2. Make certain the power cable is wired properly. The red wire connects to the positive battery terminal, black to negative or ground. 3. Check the fuse. 4. Measure the battery voltage at the unit's power connector. It should be at least 11 volts. If it isn't, the wiring to the unit is defective, the battery terminals or wiring on the terminals are corroded, or the battery needs charging. Unit operates only in demo mode: 1. The transducer has not yet been connected or has been disconnected. To leave demo mode, make sure the transducer is securely connected before turning the unit on. Unit freezes, locks up, or operates erratically: 1. Electrical noise from the boat's motor, trolling motor, or an accessory may be interfering with the sonar unit. Rerouting the power and transducer cables away from other electrical wiring on the boat may help. Route the sonar unit's power cable directly to the battery instead of through a fuse block or ignition switch 2. Inspect the transducer cable for breaks, cuts, or pinched wires. 3. Check both the transducer and power connectors. Make certain both are securely plugged in to the unit. Weak bottom echo, digital readings erratic, or no fish signals: 1. Make certain the transducer is pointing straight down. Clean the face of the transducer. Oil, dirt and fuel can cause a film to form on the transducer, reducing its effectiveness. If the transducer is mounted inside the hull, be sure it is shooting through only one layer of fiberglass and that it is securely bonded to the hull. Do NOT use RTV silicone rubber adhesive or Marine-Tex epoxy. 2. Electrical noise from the boat's motor can interfere with the sonar. This causes the sonar to automatically increase its Discrimination or 55

noise rejection feature. This can cause the unit to eliminate weaker signals such as fish or even structure from the display. 3. The water may be deeper than the sonar's ability to find the bottom. If the sonar can't find the bottom signal while it's in the automatic mode, the digital sonar display will flash continuously. It may change the range to limits far greater than the water you are in. If this happens, place the unit in the manual mode, then change the range to a realistic one, (for example, 0-100 feet) and increase the sensitivity. As you move into shallower water, a bottom signal should appear. 4. Check the battery voltage. If the voltage drops, the unit's transmitter power also drops, reducing its ability to find the bottom or targets. Bottom echo disappears at high speeds or erratic digital reading or weak bottom echo while boat is moving 1. The transducer may be in turbulent water. It must be mounted in a smooth flow of water in order for the sonar to work at all boat speeds. Air bubbles in the water disrupt the sonar signals, interfering with its ability to find the bottom or other targets. The technical term for this is cavitation. 2. Electrical noise from the boat's motor can interfere with the sonar. This causes the sonar to automatically increase its Discrimination or noise rejection feature. This can cause the unit to eliminate weaker signals such as fish or even structure from the display. Try using resistor spark plugs or routing the sonar unit's power and transducer cables away from other electrical wiring on the boat. No fish arches when the Fish I.D. feature is off: 1. Make certain the transducer is pointing straight down. This is the most common problem if a partial arch is displayed. 2. The sensitivity may not be high enough. In order for the unit to display a fish arch, it has to be able to receive the fish's echo from the time it enters the cone until it leaves. If the sensitivity is not high enough, the unit shows the fish only when it is in the center of the cone. 3. Use the Zoom feature. It is much easier to display fish arches when zoomed in on a small range of water than a large one. For example, you will have much better luck seeing fish arches with a 30 to 60 foot range than a 0 to 60 foot range. This enlarges the targets, allowing the display to show much more detail. 4. The boat must be moving at a slow trolling speed to see fish arches. If the boat is motionless, fish stay in the cone, showing on the screen as straight horizontal lines. 56

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How to Obtain Service

in the USA:
We back your investment in quality products with quick, expert service and genuine Eagle replacement parts. If you're in the United States and you have technical, return or repair questions, please contact the Factory Customer Service Department. Before any product can be returned, you must call customer service to determine if a return is necessary. Many times, customer service can resolve your problem over the phone without sending your product to the factory. To call us, use the following toll-free number:

800-324-1354

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time, M-F
Eagle Electronics may find it necessary to change or end our shipping policies, regulations, and special offers at any time. We reserve the right to do so without notice.

in Canada:

If you're in Canada and you have technical, return or repair questions, please contact the Factory Customer Service Department. Before any product can be returned, you must call customer service to determine if a return is necessary. Many times, customer service can resolve your problem over the phone without sending your product to the factory. To call us, use the following toll-free number:
905-629-1614 (not toll-free)
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, M-F

800-661-3983

outside Canada and the USA:
If you have technical, return or repair questions, contact the dealer in the country where you purchased your unit. To locate a dealer near you, visit our web site, www.eaglesonar.com and click on Customer Support and then click Dealer Locator.
Accessory Ordering Information for all countries
To order Eagle accessories such as power cables or transducers, please contact: 1) Your local marine dealer or consumer electronics store. Most quality dealers that handle marine electronic equipment or other consumer electronics should be able to assist you with these items. To locate an Eagle dealer near you, visit our web site, www.eaglesonar.com and look for the Dealer Locator. Or, you can consult your telephone directory for listings. 2) U.S. customers: LEI Extras Inc., PO Box 129, Catoosa, OK 74015-0129 Call 1-800-324-0045 or visit our web site www.lei-extras.com. 3) Canadian customers can write: Lowrance/Eagle Canada, 919 Matheson Blvd. E. Mississauga, Ontario L4W2R7 or fax 905-629-3118.

Shipping Information

If it becomes necessary to send a product for repair or replacement, you must first receive a return authorization number from Customer Service. Products shipped without a return authorization will not be accepted. When shipping, we recommend you do the following: 1. Always use the original shipping container and filler material the product was packed in. 2. Always insure the parcel against damage or loss during shipment. Eagle does not assume responsibility for goods lost or damaged in transit. 3. For proper testing, include a brief note with the product describing the problem. Be sure to include your name, return shipping address and a daytime telephone number.