Thank You!

Thank you for choosing Humminbird, America's #1 name in fishfinders. Humminbird has built its reputation by designing and manufacturing top-quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your Humminbird is designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. In the unlikely event that your Humminbird does require repairs, we offer an exclusive Service Policy-free of charge during the first year after purchase, and available at a reasonable rate after the one-year period. For complete details, see the warranty section in this manual. We encourage you to read this operations manual carefully in order to get full benefit from all the features and applications of your Humminbird product. Contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468 or visit our website at www.humminbird.com. The 100 Series Fishin Buddy comes in four models: 110 Fishin Buddy - Downlooking Sonar, 160 V x 128 H Display 120 Fishin Buddy - Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar, 240 V x 160 H Display 130 Fishin Buddy - Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar, 320 V x 240 H Display 140c Fishin Buddy - Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar, Transflective Color 320 V x 240 H Display.
WARNING! This device should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. When the boat is moving, water depth may change too quickly to allow time for you to react. Always operate the boat at very slow speeds if you suspect shallow water or submerged objects. WARNING! Remove the Fishin Buddy from the mounting bracket support arm ring when the boat is traveling. Use the Fishin Buddy at trolling speed only. Traveling at high speed with the Fishin Buddy attached can cause damage to this device. CAUTION: Do not handle the bottom of the transducer while it is transmitting sonar. Prolonged contact with the transducer element can cause physical discomfort or minor tissue damage. CAUTION: Do not over-tighten the C-clamp. Turning the C-clamp knob more than recommended may cause permanent damage. See the instructions for Attaching the Fishin Buddy Mounting Bracket to the Boat.
110/120/130/140c Fishin Buddy Downlooking Display
2. Installing the Batteries
Use this procedure to install the batteries and attach the battery cap (including gasket). The Fishin Buddy requires six alkaline "AA" size batteries (not included) for operation.
CAUTION: Always remove discharged batteries promptly and before periods of storage to prevent potential damage due to battery acid leakage. Failure to do so may void your warranty.
Attaching the C-Clamp to the Transom

Bracket

2a. If you are using C-clamp mounting, loosen the C-clamp by turning it counterclockwise and then place the bracket around the gunnel or transom, resting it on the top surface (or as far down as possible).
(Setting Not Saved in Memory) Press the POWER-MENU key until LIGHT appears. Use the backlight for night fishing. Select either 0 (Off), or 1 through 5 to activate the backlight at the desired level. (0 to 5, Default = 0)
NOTE: Continuous backlight operation will significantly decrease the battery life for the Fishin Buddy.

Contrast (SetUp Menu)

(Setting Saved in Memory, Menu is only Available on Monochrome Models) Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the POWER-MENU key until CONTRAST appears. Select a setting from 1 through 5. (1 to 5, Default = 3) Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
NOTE: The Contrast Menu is only available on Monochrome models.

SideFinder Range

(Setting Saved in Memory, Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar Units only) Press the POWER-MENU key until SIDEFINDER RANGE appears. Select the desired range for the SideFinder beam. (30, 60, 90, 120, Default = 30)
This warranty does not apply to a product that has been: Improperly installed; Used in an installation other than that recommended in the product installation and operation instructions; Damaged or has failed because of an accident or abnormal operation; Repaired or modified by entities other than Humminbird.

Transom

Installing the Batteries

Battery Cap

1. Remove the battery cap from the battery well if needed. 2. Place fresh batteries in the battery pack, using the diagram inside the battery pack itself as a guide. 3. Screw the battery cap onto the battery well, making certain the gasket is present and positioned correctly. Hand tighten only!

Tighten the C-clamp by turning the knob lightly by hand. The knob will stop turning when the clamp touches the transom. Then, turn the knob up to two full additional revolutions. If the mounting bracket is not stable after tightening by hand, try repositioning the bracket.
CAUTION: Do not over-tighten the C-clamp. Tightening the C-clamp more than the recommended two revolutions may cause permanent damage.

SideFinder Filter

(Setting Saved in Memory, (Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar Units only)
Please retain your original receipt as a proof of the purchase date. This will be required for in-warranty service. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF HUMMINBIRD AND WILL BE THE CUSTOMER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, EXCEPT FOR ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER STATE LAW WHICH ARE HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT WILL HUMMINBIRD BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS. Some states do not allow limitations on an implied warranty, or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

Sensitivity

(Setting Saved in Memory) Press the POWER-MENU key until SENSITIVITY appears. Sensitivity controls how much detail is shown on the display. Increasing the sensitivity shows more sonar returns from small baitfish and suspended debris in the water; however, the display may become too cluttered. When operating in very clear water or greater depths, increased sensitivity shows weaker returns that may be of interest. Decreasing the sensitivity eliminates the clutter from the display that is sometimes present in murky or muddy water. If Sensitivity is adjusted too low, the display may not show many sonar returns that could be fish. (0 10, Default = 5)
NOTE: This menu item only affects the Downlooking Sonar Beam. Single Beam
Raw Sonar, Fish ID+TM Off 200 kHz Fish ID+TM On

Fish ID+TM (SetUp Menu)

(Setting Saved in Memory) Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the POWER-MENU key until FISH ID+ appears. Select either Off to view raw sonar returns or On to view Fish symbols. Fish ID+ uses advanced signal processing to interpret sonar returns, and will display a Fish Symbol when very selective requirements are met. A select number of possible fish returns will be displayed with their associated depth. (On, Off, Default = On) Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.

Battery Pack

Gasket
Permanently Mounting the Bracket

Mounting Screws

Press the POWER-MENU key until SIDEFINDER FILTER appears. The sidefinder filter is used to reduce false markings from submerged objects like pier poles and submerged branches. The filter is best used around docks and other shoreline structures where false markings might occur. In most situations, and especially in open water, the best performance is obtained with the filter turned off. Select either Off on On (Off, On, Default = Off)
1. Water Surface Line 2. Depth - Measured at the Transducer 3. Temperature 4. Upper Range 5. Surface Clutter
6. Structure 7. Bottom Contour 8. Lower Range 9. 200 kHz Shaded Fish Symbol

Battery Well

What You See on the SideFinding Display
Cone - The transducer cone graph on the screen represents the area in which the 100 Series Fishin Buddy is searching for fish. Fish - The symbols displayed in the graph shows where the Fishin Buddy has marked fish. Even though a fish may quickly move out of the transducer beam, all fish symbols are displayed for at least five seconds. The symbol does not indicate the size of the fish.
3. Attaching the Control Head to the Fishin Buddy
Use this procedure to attach the control head to the top of the battery cap (once you have replaced/installed the batteries). You will need to assemble the control head mounting bracket as part of this procedure.
Permanent Mounting Slots Transom
2b. If you are using the permanent mounting technique, use the four permanent mounting slots at the base of the mounting bracket as a drill guide, and drill four 7/64 pilot holes on the mounting surface you have selected. Apply a generous amount of marinegrade silicone sealant to the holes, then re-position the mounting bracket, and attach it to the boat using #10 wood screws or bolts (not included). Hand tighten only!

Maintenance

Your Fishin Buddy is designed to provide years of trouble-free operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow these simple procedures to ensure your Fishin Buddy continues to deliver top performance. If the unit comes into contact with salt spray, wipe the affected surfaces with a cloth dampened in fresh water. Do not use a chemical glass cleaner on the lens - this may cause cracking in the lens. When cleaning the LCD protective lens, use a chamois and non-abrasive, mild cleaner. Do not wipe while dirt or grease is on the lens. Be careful to avoid scratching the lens. If your transducer remains in the water for long periods of time, marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the transducer. Periodically clean the face of the transducer with liquid detergent.

Humminbird Service Policy
Even though you'll probably never need to take advantage of our incredible service policy, it's good to know that we back our products this confidently. We do it because you deserve the best. We will make every effort to repair your unit within three business days from the receipt of your unit at our factory. This does not include shipping time to and from our factory. Units received on Friday are typically shipped by the following Wednesday, units received Monday are typically shipped by Thursday, etc. All repair work is performed by factory-trained technicians to meet exacting factory specifications. Factory-serviced units go through the same rigorous testing and quality control inspections as new production units.

Depth Range

(Setting Not Saved in Memory) Press the POWER-MENU key until DEPTH RANGE appears. Automatic is the default setting. When in automatic, the lower range will be adjusted by the unit to follow the bottom. (Auto, 15, 30, 60, 120, 240; Default = Auto)
NOTE: In manual operation, if the depth is greater than the depth range setting, the bottom will not be visible on the display. Select AUTO to return to automatic operation. NOTE: This menu item only affects the Downlooking Sonar Beam.
NOTE: This menu item only affects the Downlooking Sonar Beam.

Bottom View (SetUp Menu)

(Setting Saved in Memory)
WARNING! Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty. Handling and/or opening this unit may result in exposure to lead, in the form of solder. WARNING! This product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. POLICY ON ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE: It is the intention of Humminbird to be a good corporate citizen and comply and meet all known and applicable environmental regulations in the areas and countries where our products are sold. We will promote and implement environmentally sound processes in support of national and international regulations. ROHS STATEMENT: Product designed and intended as a fixed installation or part of a system in a vessel may be considered beyond the scope of Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. WEEE STATEMENT: Product designed and intended as a fixed installation or part of a system in a vessel may be considered beyond the scope of Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 STATEMENT: Lead in cable jackets and boots is restricted to 300 parts per million or less as determined by ICP-AES test methods. WARNING! ONLY use 6 "AA" alkaline batteries with the Fishin Buddy. Do NOT attempt to power the Fishin Buddy from the boats 12 VDC, 24 VDC or 36 VDC power supply. This can result in permanent damage to your Fishin Buddy. Humminbird is not responsible for overvoltage failures.

Distance to closest Fish - Two sets of numbers are shown in the SideFinder view. The smaller number shown inside the SideFinder cone and above the closest fish symbol indicates the distance to the closet fish. The larger numbers at the top and bottom of the view are the range of the SideFinder beam.
120/130/140c Fishin Buddy SideFinding Display
Assembling the Mounting Arms
1. Assemble the control head mounting bracket by placing the mounting bracket on top of the battery cap.

Retainer Ring

6. Mounting the Fishin Buddy
Use this procedure to mount the Fishin Buddy.
NOTE: When mounted, the Fishin Buddy transducer must be positioned so that it will be submerged when the boat is in the water.
(Setting Not Saved in Memory) Press the POWER-MENU key until ZOOM appears. Select Auto to magnify the area around the bottom in order to reveal fish and structure close to the bottom that may not be visible during normal operation. When ZOOM is set to Auto, the upper and lower Depth Ranges are automatically adjusted to keep the area above and below the bottom on the display. Select Off to return to normal operation. (Off, Auto, Manual Ranges, Default = Off)
2. Place the retainer ring over the mounting bracket (see illustration). 3. Screw the three #6 machine screws (included) into the 3 holes on the top of the battery cap, and tighten them until the control head mounting bracket is secured. Hand tighten only! 4. Position the control head on top of the mounting bracket, positioning it so that it fits between the mounting arms, and with the display facing towards the handle (see illustration for guidance).
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the POWER-MENU key until BOTTOM VIEW appears. Bottom View selects the method used to represent the bottom and structure on the display. (Monochrome Model Menu Choices: Structure ID, Black, WhiteLine, Inverse, Default = Inverse) (Color Model Menu Choices: Structure ID, WhiteLine, Default = Structure ID) Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu. Structure ID represents weak returns as light pixels and strong returns as dark pixels. This has the benefit of ensuring that strong returns will be clearly visible on the display.

If your transducer remains out of the water for a long period of time, it may take some time to wet the transducer when returned to the water. Small air bubbles can cling to the surface of the transducer and interfere with proper operation. These bubbles dissipate with time, or you can wipe the face of the transducer with your fingers after the transducer is in the water. Never leave the unit in a closed car or trunkthe extremely high temperatures generated in hot weather can damage the electronics.
After the original warranty period, a standard flat rate service charge will be assessed for each repair (physical damage and missing parts are not included). Any repairs made after the original warranty will be warranted for an additional 90 days after service has been performed by our factory technicians. You can contact our Customer Resource Center or visit our website to verify the flat rate repair fee for your product (visit the Product Support section): http://www.humminbird.com
1. Slide the Fishin Buddy shaft into the mounting bracket support arm ring.
Dropping the Fishin Buddy into the Mounting Bracket Adjusting the Fishin Buddy Mounting Shaft
(130 and 140c Fishin Buddy units only)

Mounting Bracket

Troubleshooting
Do not attempt to repair the Fishin Buddy yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside, and special tools and techniques are required for assembly to ensure the waterproof integrity of the housing. Repairs should be performed only by authorized Humminbird technicians. Many requests for repair received by Humminbird involve units that do not actually need repair. These units are returned no problem found. If you have a problem with your Fishin Buddy, use the following troubleshooting guide before calling the Customer Resource Center or sending your unit in for repair. 1. Nothing happens when I turn the unit on. Check the power cable connection at both ends. Check the power connection to the Fishin Buddy. It is possible to force the power cable connector into the cable holder incorrectly. If the connector is reversed, the unit will not work. Examine the contacts on the back of the unit to ensure there is no corrosion. Check the units batteries; try changing the batteries. 2. There is no transducer detected. The Fishin Buddy has the ability to detect and identify that a transducer is connected. When powering on, if a message indicates transducer not connected, make sure that an appropriate transducer connector is plugged into the unit. In addition, inspect the transducer for breaks, kinks, or cuts in the outer casing of the cable. Also make sure that the transducer is fully submerged in water. If none of these actions identifies an obvious problem, the transducer itself is probably at fault. Be sure to include the transducer if returning the unit for repair.

Upper Zoom Range

We reserve the right to deem any product unserviceable when replacement parts are no longer available or impossible to obtain. This Service Policy is valid in the United States only. This applies only to Humminbird products returned to our factory in Eufaula, Alabama. This Service Policy is subject to change without notice.

Structure

Returning Your Unit for Service
Before sending your unit in for repair, please contact the factory, either by phone or by email, to obtain a Repair Authorization Number for your unit. Please have your product model name and serial number available before calling the factory. If you contact the factory by e-mail, please include your product model name and serial number in the email, and use Request for Repair Authorization Number for your e-mail subject header. You should include your Repair Authorization Number in all subsequent communications about your unit.
Positioning the Control Head

Control Head

Magnified Bottom with More Detail Shaft Shaft Collar Lower Zoom Range

Mounting Arms

5. While holding the control head in place, slide the bolt provided through the mounting bracket assembly, and screw the mounting knob onto the other side, in order to hold the control head in place. Hand tighten only! Mounting
Black (Bottom Black) displays all pixels below the bottom contour as black, regardless of signal strength. This has the benefit of providing a high contrast between the bottom and other sonar returns on the display.
NOTE: Not available on Color Models.
Mounting Bracket Support Arm Ring
Fishin Buddy Sonar Technology
The Fishin Buddy is the easiest to use fishfinder ever. For most anglers, all youll ever need to do is power on and fish! The Fishin Buddy automatically determines depth and makes adjustments to keep the bottom and fish visible on the display. Your Fishin Buddy will have Downlooking Sonar only, or Downlooking and SideFinding sonar. Find the correct sonar description that applies to your unit.

Telescoping Shaft

There is also a series of manual ranges which can be selected. The manual depth ranges are determined by the present depth conditions, and are displayed in increments of 7, based on current depth conditions.
For IN-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps:
Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird Customer Resource Center. Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and your assigned Repair Authorization Number. Include a brief written description of the problem. Include a copy of your receipt (to show proof and date of purchase). Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird, using an insured carrier with delivery confirmation.

1. SideFinder Window/Transducer Cone Graph 2. SideFinder Range 3. SideFinder Beam Fish Symbol 4. Distance to Closest Fish in SideFinder Beam 5. SideFinder Beam Starting Point at Transducer
6. You can tilt the control head by loosening the mounting knob and tilting the control head forward or backward to suit your needs. You can also swivel the control head on the mounting bracket by grasping the control head and rotating it.
2. You may need to adjust the mounting bracket support arm ring to keep the transducer on the bottom of the Fishin Buddy pointing straight down. Loosen the pivot adjustment knob and make the necessary adjustments.
WhiteLine highlights the strongest sonar returns in white resulting in a distinctive outline. This has the benefit of clearly defining the bottom on the display.

Chart Speed

Downlooking Sonar
All Fishin' Buddy models come equipped with Downlooking Sonar which sends sound waves from the bottom of the transducer into the water directly below the transducer.
Each shoreline has its own unique characteristics. The 100 Series Fishin Buddy can see all the way up to the shore when the drop-off is sharp or if there are ledges. When the slope of the bottom is gentle, the Fishin Buddy will not see all the way to the shoreline. The Fishin Buddy can normally detect spawning fish that build beds near the shoreline. Direct experience with each shoreline will teach you the Fishin Buddy's capabilities. The best way to understand how your Fishin Buddy "sees" is to imagine that the transducer is a flashlight and the water is clear. If you are trying to "see" into weeds, the ability of your flashlight beam to penetrate depends on the thickness of the weeds. If the weeds are thin, your flashlight beam will penetrate further. If you are trying to see past an underwater rise to view the shoreline, it is a question of how high the rise is. You can "see" the shore if you can shine your flashlight beam above the rise and illuminate the shore in the background. Occasionally, the Fishin Buddy may falsely mark objects other than fish. This can occur with air bubble streams from nearby boats or air filled swim ladders. This can also occur when the Fishin Buddy is aimed at a cement or rock wall due to a double reflection effect. The 100 Series Fishin Buddy is designed to eliminate false readings, especially with the filter on. Due to the strength of the signal, it is possible to fool and thus, get an occasional false reading if the unit is working from a stationary, non-moving boat or a pier. The SideFinding filter allows the Fishin Buddy to be much more selective in marking fish. Use the filter around docks and other structures in the water. The Fishin Buddy will display fewer fish with the filter on.

Inverse is a method where weak returns are shown with dark pixels and strong returns with lighter pixels. This has the benefit of ensuring that weak signals will be clearly visible on the display.
3. There is no bottom reading visible on the display. In very deep water, it may be necessary to increase the sensitivity setting manually to maintain a graphic depiction of the bottom. The batteries may also need to be replaced. If none of these actions identifies an obvious problem, the transducer itself may be at fault. Be sure to include the transducer if returning the unit for repair. 4. When in very shallow water, I get gaps in the bottom reading and inconsistent digital depth indication. The Fishin Buddy will work reliably in water 3 feet (90 cm) or deeper. Remember that the depth is measured from the transducer, not from the surface of the water. 5. The display begins to fade out. Images are not as sharp as normal. Try adjusting the contrast setting on the Monochrome Models. If this does not help, replace the batteries. 6. The display shows many black dots. You are seeing noise or interference caused by one of several sources. Noise can be caused by electronic devices. Turn off any nearby electronics and see if the problem goes away. Noise can also be caused by the engine. If engine noise is causing the interference, the problem will intensify at higher RPMs. Increase the engine speed with the boat stationary to isolate this cause. Propeller cavitation can also appear as noise on the display. If the transducer is mounted too close to the propeller, the turbulence generated can interfere with the sonar signal. Make sure that the transducer is mounted at least 15" (380 mm) from the propeller.
For OUT-OF-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps:
Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird Customer Resource Center. Include payment in the form of credit card number and expiration date, money order or personal check. Please do not send cash. Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and your assigned Repair Authorization Number. Include a brief written description of the problem. Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird, using an insured carrier with delivery confirmation.
Press the power button and start fishing! The Fishin Buddy is designed to run automatically with just a press of the power button. To get the most out of your Fishin Buddy, read the next section on functions and features.

Fish Alarm

(Setting Saved in Memory) Press the POWER-MENU key until FISH ALARM appears. Select Off for no fish alarm, or one of the following symbols to set the alarm. An alarm will sound when the Fishin Buddy detects fish that correspond to the alarm setting. Fish Alarm will only sound if Fish ID+ is also set to On. (Off, Large, Large/Medium, All, Default = Off) Large fish only Large/Medium fish only All fish

Battery Alarm (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory) Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the POWER-MENU key until BATTERY ALARM appears. Select Off or 6.2 to 8.3 Volts. Battery Alarm sounds when the input battery voltage is equal to or less than the menu setting. (Off, 6.2 to 8.3 Volts, Default = Off) Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.

Contact Humminbird

Your Humminbird accessory is designed for trouble-free operation and is backed by a one year warranty. If you have any questions, contact our Humminbird Customer Resource Center: By Telephone (Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time): 1-800-633-1468 By e-mail (typically we respond to your e-mail within three business days): cservice@johnsonoutdoors.com For direct shipping, our address is: Humminbird Service Department 678 Humminbird Lane Eufaula, AL 36027 USA

Transducer

Powering ON and OFF
Press and release the POWER-MENU key to power the Fishin Buddy on. Press and hold the POWER-MENU key until the unit shuts down to power off. When the Fishin Buddy powers on, the Start-Up menu temporarily appears. From this menu, select either Start-Up, Simulator, or SetUp. Use Start-Up for on the water use.

Language (SetUp Menu)

NOTE: This menu item only affects the Downlooking Sonar Beam. NOTE: The Fish Alarm will only sound for fish detected in the Downlooking Sonar Beam.
5. Assembling and Attaching the Fishin Buddy Mounting Bracket

to the Boat

Use this procedure to assemble the Fishin Buddy mounting bracket, then attach it to the boat in the desired mounting location, either by using the C-clamp on the mounting bracket as a temporary mount, or by using the permanent mounting slots on the bottom of the mounting bracket to screw or bolt it to the boat.
NOTE: C-clamp mounting is the most versatile and portable way to mount the Fishin Buddy to your boat.

We warrant the original retail purchaser that products made by Humminbird have been manufactured free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty is effective for one year from the date of original retail purchase. Humminbird products found to be defective and covered by this warranty will be replaced or repaired free of charge at Humminbird option and returned to the customer freight prepaid. Humminbird sole responsibility under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a product that has been deemed defective by Humminbird. Humminbird is not responsible for charges connected with the removal of such product or reinstallation of replaced or repaired parts.

LEFT Arrow Key

Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar
Your 120, 130 and 140c Fishin Buddy models use 200 kHz Downlooking Sonar and 455 kHz SideFinding Sonar. Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar is optimized to show the greatest bottom definition using the (34) 200 kHz beam yet can still indicate fish found in the SideFinding (10) 455 kHz beam when the SideFinding feature is turned on. Boat speed, wave action, bottom hardness, water conditions and transducer installation can all affect depth capability.
1. Assemble the mounting bracket as shown below, using either one of the two ratcheted mounting posts provided (see illustration), and screw on the knob. Hand tighten only!
Mounting Bracket (Horizontal) Mounting Bracket (Vertical)

Filter

POWER/MENU Key
(Setting Saved in Memory) Press the POWER-MENU key until FILTER appears. Select either Off or On. Filter adjusts the sonar filter to limit interference on the display from sources such as your boat engine, turbulence, or other sonar devices. (On, Off, Default = Off)
NOTE: This menu choice only affects the Downlooking Sonar Beam.

RIGHT Arrow Key

S SideFinder
(Setting Saved in Memory, Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar Units only) Press the POWER-MENU key until SIDEFINDER appears. Select either OFF or ON to display the SideFinder window on the screen (Off, On, Default = Off)
1. Attaching the Directional Handle
Use this procedure to attach the directional handle to the battery well.
Attaching the Directional Handle

Pivot adjustment knob

Depth Capability. 240 ft (73 m) Power Output. 1000 Watts (Peak-To-Peak) Operating Frequency 110 Fishin Buddy:. 200 kHz Downlooking Sonar 120/130/140c Fishin Buddy:. 200 kHz / 455 kHz Downlooking and SideFinding Sonar Area of Coverage: Downlooking Beam (All Models). 34 @ -10 dB in 200 kHz SideFinding (120/130/140c Fishin Buddy models only). 10 @ -10 dB in 455 kHz LCD Matrix.160 V x 128 H (110 Fishin Buddy) 240 V x 160 H (120 Fishin Buddy) 320 V x 240 H (130 Fishin Buddy) 320 V x 240 H Transflective Color (140c Fishin Buddy)

Target Separation. 2 1/2 Inches (63.5 mm) 110/120/130/140c Fishin' Buddy Control Head Dimensions:. 4.22 Wide x 5.76 High x 2.72 Deep 110/120 Fishin' Buddy Dimensions::. 4.22 Wide x 33.55 High x 13.75 Deep 110/120 Fishin Buddy Shaft Length:. 24" 130/140c Fishin Buddy Dimensions, with Shaft Extended:. 4.22 Wide x 49.55 High x 13.75 Deep 130/140c Fishin' Buddy Shaft Length:. Battery Life (Backlight Off): 110/120/130 Fishin Buddy:.30 hours 140c Fishin Buddy:.16 hours Power Requirement. 6 AA Alkaline Batteries

The Menu System

A simple menu system allows you to access your Fishin Buddy adjustable settings. To activate the menu system, press the POWER-MENU key. Press the POWER-MENU key repeatedly to display the Fishin Buddy menu settings, one at a time. When a menu setting is on the display, use the RIGHT and LEFT Arrow keys to adjust the menu setting. Menu settings are saved and removed from the screen automatically after several seconds. In Normal operating mode, most menu settings saved to memory will not return to their default values when the unit is turned off. See individual menu choices for more information.
NOTE: Each time the POWER-MENU key is pressed, the backlight momentarily illuminates for easy viewing at night. Adjust the LIGHT menu setting to keep the backlight on. NOTE: If Simulator Mode is selected from the Start-Up Menu and a transducer is plugged in, some menu setting changes will be saved in memory even after the unit is powered down. Menu setting changes will not be saved from Simulator mode when a transducer is not connected. NOTE: Turning on the SetUp menu choice from the Main Menu System allows you to access additional set-up menu choices. See SetUp Menu for more information.
What You See on the Downlooking Sonar Display
The Fishin Buddy displays underwater information in an easy-to-understand format. The top of the display corresponds to the water surface at the transducer, and the bottom of the display corresponds to the Depth Range automatically selected for the current water depth. The Bottom Contour varies as the depth under the boat changes. Digital readouts provide precise information for depth, fish and water temperature. As the boat moves, terrain and bottom composition variations are displayed. Fish, baitfish and thermoclines (underwater temperature changes) are displayed when detected. Underwater conditions vary greatly, so some experience and interpretation is needed to realize all the benefits of the Fishin Buddy use the picture as a guide to the most common conditions and practice using your Fishin Buddy over known bottom types.

SetUp Menu

(Setting Not Saved in Memory) Press the POWER-MENU key until SetUp appears. Select either Off or On. (Off, On, Default = Off) When you choose SetUp, additional menu choices will become available that are not a part of the Main Menu system. After selecting SetUp, press the POWER-MENU key to display the SetUp menu choices, one at a time. SetUp Menu choices include: Contrast Fish ID+ Bottom View Battery Alarm Language (International only) Units (International only).