788c and 788ci Combo Operations Manual

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Table of Contents

How Sonar Works 1
DualBeam PLUS Sonar... 3 QuadraBeam PLUS Sonar (with optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS transducer)... 4 WideSide Sonar (with optional-purchase WideSide transducer).. 5 Universal Sonar 2 (compatible with optional-purchase Minnkota trolling motors). 5
How GPS and Cartography Work Whats On the Sonar Display
Understanding the Sonar Display... 10 Real Time Sonar (RTS) Window... 11 Freeze Frame and Active Cursor... 12 Bottom Presentation... 13
Sonar View.... 18 Sonar Zoom View.... 19 200/83 kHz Split Sonar View.... 20 Big Digits View.... 21 Circular Flasher View.... 22 Snapshot and Recording View... 23 Side Beam View (with optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS transducer).. 33 WideSide View (with optional-purchase WideSide transducer).. 37 Bird's Eye View.... 38 Chart View.... 39 Chart/Sonar Combo View... 41 View Orientation.... 42 Viewing Cartography.... 42
Introduction to Navigation 45
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks... 46 Save, Edit, or Delete a Waypoint... 47 Navigate to a Waypoint or Position... 49 Add a Waypoint Target or Trolling Grid... 50 Save, Edit, or Delete a Route... 52 Save or Clear a Current Track... 53 Edit, Delete, or Hide Saved Tracks.. 53 Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation... 54
Using Your 700 Series Control Head Key Functions
POWER/LIGHT Key.... 57 VIEW Key.... 57 INFO Key.... 58 MENU Key... 58 4-WAY Cursor Control Key.... 59 MARK Key.... 60 GOTO Key.... 60 ZOOM (+/-) Key.... 61 VIEW PRESET Keys... 61 EXIT Key.... 62
Multi-Media Card (MMC)/SD Slot
Adding Maps to Your Fishing System... 63 Updating Software... 64 Exporting Navigation Data... 65

Accessory Bus

Powering On the Unit The Menu System Start-Up Options Menu 69
Normal Operation.... 70 Simulator.... 70 System Status.... 72 Self Test.... 72 Accessory Test.... 73 GPS Diagnostic View.... 74 PC Connect (with optional-purchase PC Connect cable only).. 74

X-Press Menu Main Menu

Quick Tips for the Main Menu... 77 User Mode (Normal or Advanced)... 78
Sonar X-Press Menu (Sonar views only)
Side.... 81 Sensitivity.... 82 Upper Range (Advanced: Sonar, Split Sonar, Big Digits and Circular Flasher views only). 83 Lower Range.... 84 Side Beam Range (WideSide transducer: WideSide view only).. 85 Chart Speed... 86 Quad Layout (with optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS Transducer, Side Beam View only).... 86 Bottom Lock (Sonar Zoom view only)... 87 Bottom Range (Sonar Zoom view only when Bottom Lock is On). 87 Cancel Navigation (only when navigating)... 88

NOTE: You must have an optional-purchase MMC/SD card installed for the Screen Snapshot and Recording features to work. Also, the speed of the screen capture or of the recording depends on the type of card you use. In general, SD cards capture the screen faster than MMC cards.
Arrows indicate the thumbnail or icon selected.

Recording icon

Information Box Amount of recording left to play

Unavailable icon

Recording mode icons Amount of recording that has been played

Snapshot thumbnail

Amount of space used for this recording
NOTE: For snapshots and recordings, the indicator bar has several states: during recording, the amount of space remaining on the MMC/SD card is indicated on the status bar. NOTE: During playback, the amount of time/memory remaining to play is indicated on the status bar. When a snapshot thumbnail is highlighted, the amount of room remaining on the MMC/SD card is indicated.

Screen Snapshots

The Screen Snapshot feature takes a picture of your screen and saves the screen snapshot to the MMC/SD card (optional-purchase) installed in your unit. The screen snapshot will include the menus, dialog boxes, warnings, and messages that were active when the screen snapshot was taken. Working with screen snapshots is a four-step process: 1. Activating Screen Snapshot from the Accessories tab. 2. Making a Screen Snapshot using the MARK key. 3. Viewing a Screen Snapshot using the Snapshot and Recording View. 4. Deleting a Screen Snapshot using the Snapshot and Recording X-Press Menu. To activate Screen Snapshot: 1. Press the MENU key twice to access the Main Menu, and the press the RIGHT Cursor key until the Accessories tab is selected. 2. Press the DOWN Cursor key to highlight Screen Snapshot. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor keys to turn Screen Snapshot On or Off (Off, On, Default = Off). To make a screen snapshot (Screen Snapshot must be activated): 1. Make sure you have installed an optional-purchase MMC/SD card into the card slot. 2. From any view you want to capture, press the MARK key. When you start a screen capture, a message will appear to indicate that a waypoint has been created at the cursor location on the screen, and the screen will freeze while the snapshot is being saved to the MMC/SD. A status dialog box will appear that shows the file number assigned to the screen capture (.PNG) as well as the progress of the save as a percentage. Screen Snapshot file names start with an S. A waypoint created by a screen snapshot shares the same file name and has a screen snapshot icon. 25

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.
NOTE: Menu settings are implemented and saved immediately - no further action is required.
Freeze Frame - In Sonar View, press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to freeze the display and move the active cursor to a location on the screen. A cursor dialog box will display to show the depth of the location you choose. Active Cursor - Press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key, and the active cursor will appear on the screen. In any Chart View, the 4-WAY Cursor Control key also pans the charts and highlights decluttered waypoint icons.
NOTE: In either Freeze Frame or Active Cursor mode, you can also make the cursor move diagonally by pressing in between two of the arrows on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key.
Birds Eye View - The 4-WAY Cursor Control key controls the motion of the eye point. Snapshot and Recording View - Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to highlight a recording icon, and then press the Right Cursor key to start recording playback. Press the Right and Left Cursor keys to control the speed of playback. 59

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 or if you have activated Screen Snapshot from the Accessories menu tab. The waypoint location and characteristics are influenced by the active features on the control head as follows: If the cursor is active, the waypoint will be marked at the cursor location. If the cursor is not active, the waypoint will be marked at the boat location. If Screen Snapshot is active, a waypoint will be created, and a screen snapshot will also be saved to the optional-purchase MMC/SD card (see Views: Snapshot and Recording View). Navigation is not affected by the Screen Snapshot feature.
NOTE: If Screen Snapshot is enabled but there is no GPS receiver connected, pressing the MARK key will capture the screen image and display an error saying that a GPS position fix is required to create a waypoint NOTE: You must have an optional-purchase MMC/SD card installed for the screen snapshot feature to work.

GOTO Key

The GOTO key has multiple functions, depending on the situation: If the Cursor is active, press the GOTO key while in any view to create a waypoint and start navigation towards that waypoint. If the Cursor is not active, press the GOTO key to display the saved waypoints list, and then highlight a waypoint. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to begin navigation. If the GOTO key is pressed and held for more than 1.5 seconds, the Man Overboard (MOB) function is activated. Once MOB is activated, any current navigation will be cancelled and the current route will be discarded without user notification (see Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation).

ZOOM (+/-) Key

The ZOOM (+/-) key has multiple functions, depending on the situation: In any of the Navigation Views or the Sonar Zoom View, press the +/Zoom key to change the scale of the view to appear closer or farther away.

VIEW PRESET Keys

The VIEW PRESET keys are used to save your three favorite views for quick retrieval. Instead of using the VIEW key to cycle through all the views to find the one you want, you can program the VIEW PRESET keys to display a specific view immediately. To program the VIEW PRESET keys: 1. Press the VIEW key or EXIT key until you see the view you want to save. 2. Press and hold one of the VIEW PRESET keys for several seconds. A chime will indicate that the view has been saved. You can store up to three views, one on each key.

EXIT Key

The EXIT key has multiple functions, depending on the situation: If an alarm is sounding, press the EXIT key to cancel the alarm. If a menu tab is selected, press the EXIT key to exit the menu mode and return to the view. If a menu is active, press the EXIT key to return to the previous level in the menu system. From any view, press the EXIT key to cycle through the available views in reverse order. If Freeze Frame is active, press the EXIT key to return to a scrolling display. If the Cursor is active, press the EXIT key to remove the cursor from the display.
Multi-Media Card (MMC)/SD Slots
The two multi-media card (MMC)/SD slots on your control head can be used with MMC/SD cards (optional-purchase required) to add detailed charts to your Fishing System, update your Fishing System software, or export navigation data from your Fishing System.
Inserting an MMC/SD into the Card Slot
NOTE: The MMC/SD Cards require a separate purchase. For more information, visit our web site at www.humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468.
To insert an MMC/SD card: 1. Remove the MMC/SD slot cover. 2. Position the MMC/SD card so that the label faces the right side of the unit, and insert the card into the slot. Press down on the card until it clicks into place. 3. Close the slot cover and turn the knob just 1/4 of a turn to close. Do NOT overtighten, as this will not improve water resistance and may damage the cover. To remove an MMC/SD card: 1. Remove the MMC/SD slot cover. 2. Press the MMC/SD card into the slot and then release. The card will eject from the slot.
Adding Maps to Your Fishing System
Your 700 Series Fishing System includes a built-in UniMap. You can also purchase MMC/SD cards with additional chart information for a particular location. When you install the MMC/SD cards in your control head, your 700 Series Fishing System will retrieve that chart and display it automatically (see Multi-Media Card MMC/SD). 63

NOTE: The X-Press Menu(s) and the Main Menu options can also be expanded or simplified by setting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal (see Main Menu: User Mode).

Start-Up Options Menu

Press the MENU key during the power on sequence to view the Start-Up Options Menu.
Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to highlight a menu option, then press the RIGHT Cursor key to start one of the following operation modes: Select Normal to use the Fishing System on the water with the transducer connected. Select the Simulator to learn how to use your Fishing System before taking your boat on the water. Select System Status to view system connections and conduct a unit self-test. Select PC Connect to use the optional-purchase PC Connect Cable. See the following pages for more information about each of these options.

Normal

Use Normal for on-the-water operation with a transducer connected. In addition, your Fishing System uses advanced transducer detection methods to determine if a transducer is connected. If a functioning transducer is connected, Normal operation will be selected automatically at power up, and your Fishing System can be used on the water. Exit Normal operation by powering your Fishing System off.

Simulator

Use Simulator to learn how to use your Fishing System 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. Selecting Simulator from the Start-Up Options Menu allows you to pre-configure your Fishing System for on the water operation. Any menu changes you make will be saved for later use. 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 operation.
NOTE: To get the full benefit of the Simulator, it is important to select Simulator manually from the Start-Up Options Menu as opposed to letting the Fishing System enter Simulator automatically (as it will if a transducer is not connected and you do nothing during power up).
A message will appear on the display periodically to remind you that you are using the Simulator. Exit the Simulator by powering your Fishing System off.

Chart Speed

Chart Speed determines the speed at which the sonar information moves across the display, and consequently the amount of detail shown. A faster speed shows more information and is preferred by most anglers; however, the sonar information moves across the display quickly. A slower speed keeps the information on the display longer, but the bottom and fish details become compressed and may be difficult to interpret. Regardless of the Chart Speed setting, the RTS Window will update at the maximum rate possible for the depth conditions. Adjust Chart Speed to your personal preference. To adjust the Chart Speed: 1. Highlight Chart Speed on the Sonar X-Press Menu. 2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to increase or decrease the Chart Speed setting. (1-10, where 1 = Slow, 10 = Fast, Default = 5)

Quad Layout

(with Optional-Purchase QuadraBeam PLUS Transducer, Side Beam View only)
Quad Layout allows you to choose how sonar information is displayed in the Side Beam View. The Side Beam View displays sonar data from the left and right 455 kHz beams, as well as the 200 kHz down-looking beam. The sonar data can be displayed in any of the following layouts by changing the Quad Layout setting: Default, Classic, and Slanted. See Views: Side Beam View for more information.
NOTE: Quad Layout is only available when an optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS transducer is attached and the Side Beam View is active (see Sonar Menu Tab: Transducer Select).
To adjust the Quad Layout Setting for the Side Beam View: 1. In the Side Beam View, highlight Quad Layout on the Sonar X-Press Menu. 2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor keys to select a layout. (Default, Classic, Slanted, Default = Default)

Bottom Lock

(Sonar Zoom View only)
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. To turn on Bottom Lock: 1. In the Sonar Zoom View, highlight Bottom Lock on the Sonar X-Press Menu. 2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor keys to change the Bottom Lock setting to On. (Off, On, Default = Off)

Bottom Range

(Sonar Zoom View only when Bottom Lock is On)
Bottom Range allows you to control how much of the water column, measured up from the bottom, is shown in the Sonar Zoom View. Choose a small value to see low-lying bottom structure or details of the bottom return. Choose a larger value to see large structure in deeper water.
NOTE: It is possible to set the Bottom Range to be greater than the depth. In this case, you may see surface clutter in a wavy band that mirrors changes in the depth.
To adjust the Bottom Range: 1. In the Sonar Zoom View, highlight Bottom Lock on the Sonar X-Press Menu. 2. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to change the Bottom Lock setting to On. 3. Once Bottom Lock is on, Bottom Range will be added to the X-Press Menu. Highlight Bottom Range, and press the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor keys to adjust the setting. (10 - 60 feet, 2-10 fathoms, or 3-20 meters [International Models only], Default = 15 feet)

Chart Select allows you to choose which chart to use if you have built-in charts or a map card. If you select Auto, your unit will select a chart automatically.
To activate or de-activate Chart Select: 1. Highlight Chart Select on the Navigation main menu. 2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor keys to select which chart to use. (Default = Auto)

NVB Chart Preference

NVB Chart Preference allows you to choose which built-in chart to use if you have an NVB unit. If you select Auto, your NVB unit will select a chart automatically. To activate or de-activate NVB Chart Preference: 1. Highlight NVB Chart Preference on the Navigation main menu. 2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor keys to select which chart to use. (Default = Auto)

Set Simulation Position

Set Simulation Position allows you to set the position of the boat used in the Simulator. The Set Simulation Position menu option is available when User Mode is set to Advanced (see Main Menu: User Mode). To set the Simulation Position: 1. Press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to activate the cursor and move it to the coordinates where you want start the simulation.
NOTE: The cursor must be active in order for this procedure to work.
2. Make sure the User Mode is set to Advanced, then highlight Set Simulation Position on the Chart main menu. 3. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to change the Simulation Position setting. The Confirm dialog box will appear. To confirm the setting, press the RIGHT Cursor key once more. To cancel the setting, press the LEFT Cursor key.
NOTE: If the cursor was not active before you began this procedure, an error message will appear. Exit the menu, set the cursor, then try again.

Set Map Offset

Set Map Offset allows you to change the map offset used by your Fishing System. The Set Map Offset menu option is available when User Mode is set to Advanced (see Main Menu: User Mode).
NOTE: The Map Offset will be applied to all maps and not just the map that requires the correction. The Map Offset should be cleared if a different map is to be used.
To change the Map Offset setting: 1. Press the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to activate the cursor and move it to the location where the Map Offset will be applied.
2. Make sure the User Mode is set to Advanced, then highlight Set Map Offset on the Chart main menu. 3. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to set the Map Offset. The Confirm dialog box will appear. To confirm the setting, press the RIGHT Cursor key once more. To cancel the setting, press the LEFT Cursor key.

Problem

The control head loses power at high speeds.

Possible Cause

If the power output of your boats engine is unregulated, the control head may be protecting itself using its over-voltage protection feature. Make sure the input voltage does not exceed 20 Volts. The transducer position may need to be adjusted. A mix of air and water flowing around the transducer (cavitation) may be interfering with the interpretation of sonar data. See your Installation Guide for suggestions on adjusting the transducer position. Electrical noise from the boats engine may be interfering with sonar reception. See Finding the Cause of Noise for more information. Sonar readings may be affected if the transducer is not positioned correctly (i.e. mounted at an angle, not straight down), or there is some kind of mechanical interference, either because it is mounted inside a hull that is too thick for proper sonar transmission, the bond between the transducer and the hull is not airtight, or because the transducer is dirty. Check with your Installation Guide for guidance on re-positioning the transducer, and make sure the transducer is clean. Low battery voltage may be affecting the power of signal transmission. Electrical noise from the boats engine may be interfering with sonar reception. See Finding the Cause of Noise for more information.
When the boat moves at higher speeds, the bottom disappears or suddenly weakens, or the display contains gaps.
There are no fish detected, even when you know they are in the water under the boat, or sonar readings seem weak or faulty.
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

Other electronic devices

Isolation

Turn off any nearby electronic devices to see if the problem goes away, then turn them on one at a time to see if the noise re-appears. To determine whether the boats engine is the source of the noise, increase the RPMs while the boat is in neutral and stationary to see if the noise increases proportionately; if noise appears when you rev the engine, the problem could be the spark plugs, alternator, or tachometer wiring. Replace the spark plugs with resistor plugs, install an alternator filter, or route the control head power and transducer cables away from the engine wiring. Turbulence created by the propeller can cause noise; make sure the transducer is mounted at least 15 (38 cm) from the propeller, and that the water flows smoothly over the face of the transducer at all times.

The boats engine

Cavitation from the boats propeller
700 Series Fishing System Accessories
Accessories customize the 700 Series Fishing System to your needs and enable you to stay on the edge of new technology. When an accessory is connected to the 700 Series Fishing System, additional menus and readouts are added automatically to the Main Menu System. Accessories available today that are supported by your Fishing System include: QuadraBeam PLUS transducer: purchase and connect the QuadraBeam PLUS transducer to your 700 Series Fishing System to access specialized QuadraBeam PLUS functions such as two 45 fan-shaped kHz Side Structure locating sonar beams to spot fish, bait and structure to the left and right of the boat over an area of the bottom thats always equal to twice your depth, for a continuous 90 of uninterrupted side to side coverage to 160 feet. WeatherSense Fishing Condition Monitor: purchase and plug in the WeatherSense accessory to your 700 Series Fishing System to obtain barometric pressure readouts and trend data in real time. GPS Connection Cable: purchase the GPS Connection Cable in order to connect a handheld or other NMEA* GPS-compatible device that you may already own to your 700 Series Fishing System.
Wireless Sonar Link (WSL): purchase the Wireless Sonar Link (WSL) accessory to receive remote sonar signals from a SmartCast Remote Sonar Sensor (RSS). Radio signals from the RSS are received by the WSL and transmitted over the Accessory Bus to the 700 Series Fishing System. PC Connect Cable: Purchase the PC Connect Cable to connect the 700 Series Fishing System to a PC in order to upload product software updates and new features obtained from www.humminbird.com. This accessory requires the MSWindows-compatible HumminbirdPC software downloaded from our web site to your PC in order to communicate with the 700 Series Fishing System. Universal Sonar 2: Your 700 Series Fishing System supports Universal Sonar 2, a state-of-the-art, integrated and protected transducer that is built into the lower unit of Minnkota trolling motors. With Universal Sonar 2, all wiring is concealed inside the indestructible composite shaftout of sight and out of 161
harms way, with no clamps, ties, or exposed wires. Universal Sonar 2 features new temperature sensing and the performance of DualBeam PLUS technology (available with all Humminbird DualBeam PLUS models). An expanded view and greater bottom detail gives you a totally new perspective of the water below, along with optimal sonar performance to help you find fish. Downriggers are the key to catching fish you otherwise couldnt even touch. And now Humminbirds CannonLink Downrigger Controller makes operation of up to six Cannon Mag 20 DT or Mag 20 DT/HS downriggers incredibly easy. Using the controls on your Fishing System, deploy or retrieve downriggers, hold a specific distance off the bottom, cycle downriggers between two depths, and adjust the Positive Ion Control. Even see temperature and water clarity at depth and speed at the ball right on-screen when using the Cannon Speed-n-Temp. Youll never be shorthanded again, just make adjustments from the helm, while your mate rigs the lines and brings in the fish! With the new InterLink Network Connection, you can now share GPS position, waypoints, routes and your current track between two Humminbird Fishing Systems in real time. Mark a waypoint at the console, and its instantly available on the second unit. No matter where youre at on the boat, youll have access to your critical fishing and navigation information. Plus, daisy chain InterLink with other System Modules and youll have a network that lets you share digital data around the boat. Its a simply, clearly, better networking solution! Humminbirds AS WX 1 weather accessory provides anglers with access to continuously-updating weather conditions. The AS WX 1 uses sophisticated technology to track nationwide weather information for more than 20 different weather conditions, including precipitation, wind, lightning, and full forecasts for more than 150 cities across the country, then scales and customizes this detail to the anglers specific location. See the AS WX 1 accessory guide for details. Be sure to check out our web site www.humminbird.com for additional new and exciting accessories to grow your 700 Series Fishing System!

NOTE: Each accessory requires a separate purchase. You can visit our web site at www.humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468 for additional details.

Specifications

Depth Capability. 1500 ft (500 m) Power Output. 500 Watts (RMS), 4000 Watts (Peak to Peak) Operating Frequency. 200 kHz and 83 kHz DualBeam PLUS Area of Coverage. DualBeam PLUS: 60 @ -10 dB in 83 kHz 20 @ -10 dB in 200 kHz Target Separation. 2 1/2 Inches (63.5 mm) Power Requirement. 10-20 VDC LCD Matrix. 640 V x 640 H Transducer. XNT T Transducer Cable Length. 20 ft (6 m) Current Draw. 650 mA 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. NOTE: Product specifications and features are subject to change without notice.

Glossary

Sonar Terms: Alarm, Depth: Depth Alarm is a user-controllable, audible alert that sounds when depth is less than or equal to the setting. Alarm, Temperature: Temperature Alarm is a user-controllable, audible alert that sounds when the water surface temperature equals the setting. Backlight: Backlight is a user-controllable illumination for the LCD for night and low light use. Beam (Sonar Beam): A sonar beam is the wide, cone-shaped projection of sound waves formed as sound travels underwater. See Cone Angle. Big Digits View: Big Digits View is a Humminbird feature that displays the sonar graph and enlarged digital readouts for easy reading from a distance. This is a great tool when monitoring the digital depth is important - such as with higher boat speeds, or when viewing the unit from a distance. When speed input is available, the Big Digits View also shows the TripLog. See TripLog. Bottom Black: Bottom Black is a Humminbird feature that fills in the area of the display below the bottom contour. Bottom Black is preferred by some anglers because of its high contrast and easy readability, even though it can obscure bottom hardness information. Bottom Contour: Bottom Contour is the profile of the bottom graphed to the display as the depth changes. Bottom Hardness: Bottom Hardness is the density (or composition) of the bottom, which can often be determined by interpreting the main sonar return. Varying levels of hardness can be determined by interpreting the thickness of the sonar return. Hard returns appear thin and black, softer returns appear thicker and less black. It is important to note that a sonar return from a sloping bottom can have the appearance of a softer bottom. Cavitation: Cavitation is the effect of air bubbles created as the propeller rotates and the boat moves through the water.

Humminbird products have a Noise Filter menu setting that allows the user to clear the screen of noise that is difficult to eliminate. Pixels: Pixels are the picture elements, or small square blocks, that make up the image on the LCD. Measured as a vertical by horizontal number (i.e. 640V x 320H), this key specification typically indicates the quality of resolution. In fishfinders, the total resolution (vertical multiplied by horizontal) is often less important than the Vertical Pixel resolution. See Pixels, Vertical. Pixels, Vertical: Vertical Pixels are a number of vertical picture elements in a single column on an LCD display. A greater number of vertical pixels provide finer resolution of targets detected by sonar. Essentially, a vertical distance (the depth), when divided by a larger number, breaks that distance into smaller samples, each representing a smaller area and thus providing more detail. In fishfinders, vertical pixels are more critical than horizontal pixels because the horizontal axis of the display represents time, or history. Sonar information on the horizontal axis can vary greatly, depending on boat speed and the Chart Speed setting. A greater number of horizontal pixels show more sonar history that the boat has passed through. On many models, Humminbird provides the most vertical pixels to provide a better display resolution. See Chart Speed and Pixels. Power Output: Power output is the amount of sound energy emitted into the water by the sonar transmitter. Power output is measured using either RMS (Root Mean Square) or P-T-P (Peak-to-Peak) measurement systems. Either method is acceptable, but it is important, when comparing power outputs, to make sure that the same measurement system is being used for both outputs, because P-T-P numbers are 8 times higher than RMS numbers. Greater power output allows the sonar signal to penetrate through weeds and thermoclines, reach deeper depths and operate more effectively in noisy environments, such as when the boat is running at high speed. Pulse Width (Pulse Length): Pulse Width is the length of time that a sonar sound burst is transmitted into the water. Shorter pulse widths provide better target separation, but cannot travel to great depths. Longer pulse widths provide better depth penetration, but result in poorer target separation. Humminbird varies pulse width based on depth to optimize both target separation and depth performance. See Target Separation.
QuadraBeam PLUS: QuadraBeam PLUS is a Humminbird sonar configuration that uses four sonar beams for a more detailed bottom image. QuadraBeam PLUS uses the DualBeam PLUS configuration for downlooking, and also adds two additional beams to look to the left and right. The sonar beams pointing to the left and right provide the ability to spot fish and structure over a wide 90 area, and to identify on which side of the boat they are located. See DualBeam PLUS. Quick Disconnect Mount: The Quick Disconnect Mounting system is an exclusive Humminbird feature that permits the unit to be easily removed from the mounting base by pressing a release button, and re-installed by simply snapping it back into place. All cable connections are made when installing, so that no separate wiring connections are required. Additionally, the mount offers 90 tilt and 360 swivel capability to adjust the viewing angle of the unit as you move about the boat. Real Time Sonar: Real Time Sonar is a Humminbird technology that delivers ultra-fast sonar transmitter/receiver operation and results in a more detailed instantaneous view of what is under the boat. The Real Time Sonar window is a vertical band at the right side of the display that shows the instantaneous sonar return from the transducer at a particular instant. The RTS Window menu option permits the user to adjust the window to show the full sonar signal return, or just a narrower band that indicates intensity using grayscale. Real Time Sonar relies on very fast Sonar Update Rate (Ping Speed). See Sonar Update Rate. Receiver: See Transmitter. Second Return: The Second Return is a term that describes the appearance of a second sonar return below the primary sonar return (bottom contour) at exactly twice the true depth. The second return is caused by the same sonar energy bouncing off the bottom once, rebounding to the water surface and then traveling back down to the bottom to be reflected again. Second returns are more common in shallow water and over hard bottoms; it is actually possible to see a third sonar return under some circumstances. The second return provides useful information to help determine bottom hardness, as areas with harder bottoms will generally create a second return. The second return can be used as a guide to set Sensitivity when in shallower water. 169

new range, and the old sonar information would continue to scroll off the screen at the old range. Transducer: The transducer is part of the sonar system, which mounts on the boat and is in contact with the water, that converts the electrical energy from the transmitter into sound energy, and that forms the sonar beam in turn. Internally, the transducer consists of one or more piezo electric disks that expand by very minute amounts to create the sound wave. This element also works in reverse, converting the returned sound energy back into an electrical signal that the receiver interprets. Transducers are available for many specific mounting applications for the boat, such as a transom mount, trolling motor mount, etc. Humminbird offers many sophisticated transducers, often with multiple piezo electric elements designed to form specifically-shaped sonar beams, providing the angler with superior tools for finding and catching fish. See Transmitter and SONAR. Transmitter: The transmitter and receiver are matched parts of the sonar system that send (transmit) and listen to (receive) the sonar signals, and work in conjunction with the transducer. Humminbird transmitters have an extremely fast cycling design that can send signals up to 60 times per second, as well as produce the varying levels of power output needed for different depths and conditions. Additionally, the transmitter has the capability to create very precise sonar pulses needed for a high degree of target separation. Humminbird receivers are extremely sensitive, but within a narrow bandwidth to discriminate against noise from external sources. Additionally, the receiver offers a wide dynamic range which provides the ability to receive very strong signals alternating with very weak signals, without the strong signal overwhelming the weak signal. See Transducer and Noise. TripLog: TripLog is a Humminbird feature that provides an on-screen counter for Elapsed Time, Average Speed and Total Distance traveled, and requires a speed input to activate the feature. TripLog appears on the Big Digits View, and can be reset to zero through the TripLog menu. TrueArch: TrueArch is a Humminbird feature that provides true fish arches, not artificial arches or symbols. Humminbird units are capable of producing fish arches due to the wide 60 sonar beam of DualBeam PLUS, an extremely sensitive sonar receiver. See Fish Arch.

For More Information: Steve Roth (402) 437-6400 steveroth@swansonrussell.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Humminbird Unveils Enhancements to Highly Popular 700 Series
EUFAULA, Ala. (July, 2008) Dedicated to giving anglers the best possible fishing experience, Humminbird has made several enhancements to its most popular line of fishfinders, the 700 Series.
Select models feature new higher resolution screens, internal GPS and dual SD card slots. New higher resolution screens are featured on all color display units (700c). The screens have an industry-best high resolution 640x640 TFT color display.
Weve significantly increased the number of pixels, said Dale Logue, product manager for Humminbird. The increased resolution provides users with the sharpest, most defined image of any fishfinder at this price point. Compared to similar units, the image quality of the 700 Series is head and shoulders above the competitors.
All Series models feature three preset buttons which anglers can program to switch to various selected screen views.
The preset buttons are a great feature similar to a car radio, said Logue, but instead of selecting a favorite radio station, anglers can call up their favorite views, such as a split screen displaying a chart map and sonar images, with a touch of a button. With a wide selection of views, anglers have numerous options for preset views.
The new 700 Series models that include GPS (which are designated as Combo models) and a color screen now include new dual SD card slots. The two card readers give anglers many additional options. For example, a Navionics map chip can be placed in one slot, and a blank SD card can be inserted in the second slot to record routes and waypoints or save sonar recordings.

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The new 700 Combo models are also available with a choice of either external or internal 50channel GPS. Since the internal GPS antenna is front-mounted near the top of the control head, the unit itself can be mounted in-dash with no obstruction to cause reception issues.
The Series will still feature the lowest price package for a fishfinder with Side Imaging Technology in the 798cSI Combo (MSRP $999.99). Humminbirds exclusive Side Imaging sonar provides incredible picture-like images with coverage up to 480 feet from side to side of the boat.
The suggested retail prices for the new 700 Series models, available to consumers in January of 2009, range from $199.99 to $1199.99.
For more information contact Humminbird, 678 Humminbird Lane, Eufaula, AL 36027, or call the Consumer Resource Center at (800) 633-1468 or visit www.humminbird.com. The Marine Electronics Group of Johnson Outdoors Inc. consists of the Humminbird, Minn Kota and Cannon brands. Humminbird is a leading innovator and manufacturer of fishfinders, fishfinder/GPS combo units, chartplotters, marine radios and digital depth gauges. Products in the Humminbird line include 1100 Series, 900 Series , 700 Series, Matrix Series, 500 Series , 300 Series, Fishin Buddy , PiranhaMax , SmartCast and ICE Series. Minn Kota is the worlds leading manufacturer of electric trolling motors, as well as offers a complete line of battery chargers, Trim Tabs and marine accessories. Trolling motors include Terrova, PowerDrive V2, Fortrex, Maxxum, Edge, Vantage, Vector 3X, Traxxis, Endura, Riptide, Riptide SF, Riptide ST, Riptide SP, Engine Mount, E-Drive and Trim-N-Troll models. Cannon is the leader in controlled-depth fishing and includes a full line of downrigger products and accessories. Downriggers include Digi-Troll, Magnum, Uni-Troll, Easi-Troll, LakeTroll and Mini-Troll.

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798c SI Combo 798ci SI Combo (internal GPS) $999.99 MRP 798c SI Combo NVB 798ci SI Combo NVB (internal GPS)
* NVB features continental USA Navionics Gold and HotMaps charts preloaded to internal memory.

$1199.99 MRP

Features
Dual SD card slot 3 soft-key preset buttons Quick Disconnect Mount Optional in-dash mounting (internal GPS antenna is front-mounted) Temp included Speed capable

Specifications

Display Size: Display Pixel Matrix: Display Type: Sonar : 5" Diagonal 640V X 640H Color TFT LCD HD Side Imaging: Frequency: 445 kHz Coverage: 180 @ 10db Sonar: DualBeam PLUS Frequency: 200 kHz & 83 kHz Coverage: 20 & 60 @ 10db Target Separation: Power Output (max): GPS: Cartography Standard: Cartography Optional: 2 " 500 Watts (RMS); 4,000 Watts (Peak-to-Peak) 50-Channel (internal & external models) Humminbird UniMap Navionics: Gold, HotMaps, Platinum
788c Combo 788ci Combo (internal GPS) $649.99 MRP 788ci Combo NVB (internal GPS)

$849.99 MRP

Dual SD card slot 3 soft-key preset buttons Quick Disconnect Mount Optional in-dash mounting (internal GPS antennae is front-mounted) Temp included GPS Speed included
Display Size: Display Pixel Matrix: Display Type: Sonar: 5" Diagonal 640V X 640H Color TFT LCD DualBeam PLUS Frequency: 200 kHz & 83 kHz Coverage: 20 & 60 @ 10db Target Separation: Power Output (max): GPS: Cartography Standard: Cartography Optional: 2 " 500 Watts (RMS); 4,000 Watts (Peak-to-Peak) 50-Channel (internal & external models) Humminbird UniMap Navionics: Gold, HotMaps, Platinum

778c $499.99 MRP

3 soft-key preset buttons Quick Disconnect Mount Optional in-dash mounting (internal GPS antennae is front-mounted) Temp included Speed capable
Display Size: Display Pixel Matrix: Display Type: Sonar: 5" Diagonal 640V X 640H Color TFT LCD DualBeam PLUS Frequency: 200 kHz & 83 kHz Coverage: 20 & 60 @ 10db Target Separation: Power Output (max): 2 " 500 Watts (RMS); 4,000 Watts (Peak-to-Peak)

768 Combo $499.99 MRP

Single SD card slot 3 soft-key preset buttons Quick Disconnect Mount Optional in-dash mounting Temp included Speed capable
Display Size: Display Pixel Matrix: Display Type: 5" Diagonal 640V X 320H Monochrome FSTN LCD 16-level grayscale Sonar: DualBeam PLUS Frequency: 200 kHz & 83 kHz Coverage: 20 & 60 @ 10db Target Separation: Power Output (max): GPS: Cartography Standard: Optional: 2 " 500 Watts (RMS); 4,000 Watts (Peak-to-Peak) 50-Channel internal GPS Humminbird UniMap Navionics: Gold, Hot Maps

728 $299.99 MRP

3 soft-key preset buttons Quick Disconnect Mount Optional in-dash mounting Temp included Speed capable
Display Size: Display Pixel Matrix: Display Type: 5" Diagonal 640V X 320H Monochrome FSTN LCD 16-level grayscale Sonar: DualBeam PLUS Frequency: 200 kHz & 83 kHz Coverage: 20 & 60 @ 10db Target Separation: Power Output (max): 2 " 500 Watts (RMS); 4,000 Watts (Peak-to-Peak)

718 $199.99 MRP

Display Size: Display Pixel Matrix: Display Type: 5" Diagonal 320V X 320H Monochrome FSTN LCD 16-level grayscale Sonar: DualBeam PLUS Frequency: 200 kHz & 83 kHz Coverage: 20 & 60 @ 10db Target Separation: Power Output (max): 2 " 300 Watts (RMS); 2,400 Watts (Peak-to-Peak)