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550, 560, 561, 561 DI, 570, 570 DI,and 571 HD DI Operations Manual550, 560, 561, 561 DI, 570, 570 DI,and 571 HD DI Operations Manual

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Power On 1

How Sonar Works 2Single Beam Sonar (550, 560) .................................................................................... 4DualBeam PLUS Sonar (561, 570) .......................................................................... 5Down Imaging Sonar (561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI) ................................................ 6

Whats on the Sonar Display 7Understanding the Sonar Display ............................................................................ 9Real Time Sonar (RTS) Window ............................................................................ 9Sonar Returns and Bottom View ............................................................................ 10SwitchFire ............................................................................................................ 12Freeze Frame and Active Cursor ............................................................................ 12Instant Image Update ............................................................................................ 12

Whats on the Down Imaging Display(Down Imaging models only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) 13Understanding the Down Imaging Display ........................................................ 15Interpreting the Display .......................................................................................... 15Down Imaging Sensitivity .................................................................................. 16Freeze Frame and Active Cursor ............................................................................ 16

Views 17Sonar View .............................................................................................................. 19Sonar Zoom View .................................................................................................... 20Split Sonar View (DualBeam PLUS and

Down Imaging models only [561, 570, 561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI])........................ 21Big Digits View ........................................................................................................ 22Down Imaging View (Down Imaging models only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) .. 23Down Imaging/Sonar Combo View (Down Imaging models only

[561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) ................................................................................ 24

What's on the 500 Series Control Head 25

Key Functions 26POWER/LIGHT Key .................................................................................................. 26VIEW Key.................................................................................................................. 27MENU Key ................................................................................................................ 27

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4-WAY Cursor Control Key (LEFT, RIGHT, UP, or DOWN Cursor keys) .......................... 28EXIT Key ................................................................................................................ 28

The Menu System 29

Start-Up Options Menu 30Normal .................................................................................................................. 30Simulator ................................................................................................................ 31System Status ........................................................................................................ 31Self Test ................................................................................................................ 32Accessory Test ...................................................................................................... 32

X-Press Menu 33

Main Menu 34Quick Tips for the Main Menu .................................................................................. 35Note for all Menu Settings .......................................................................................... 35User Mode (Normal or Advanced) .............................................................................. 36

Sonar X-Press Menu (Sonar Views only) 38Sensitivity .............................................................................................................. 39Upper Range (Advanced: Sonar and Big Digits Views only) .......................................... 40Lower Range .......................................................................................................... 40Chart Speed .......................................................................................................... 41Bottom View .......................................................................................................... 41Zoom Level (Sonar Zoom View only) .......................................................................... 41Bottom Lock (Sonar Zoom View only) ........................................................................ 42Bottom Range (Sonar Zoom View only when Bottom Lock is On) ................................ 42

Down Imaging X-Press Menu(Down Imaging Views only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) 43Imaging Sensitivity ................................................................................................ 44DI Enhance ............................................................................................................ 44Upper Range (Advanced) ........................................................................................ 45Lower Range ........................................................................................................ 45Chart Speed .......................................................................................................... 46Imaging Palette...................................................................................................... 46

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Alarms Menu Tab 47Depth Alarm ............................................................................................................ 48Fish ID Alarm .......................................................................................................... 48Low Battery Alarm .................................................................................................. 48Temp. Alarm ............................................................................................................ 49Alarm Tone .............................................................................................................. 49Timer Setup .............................................................................................................. 49Start Timer................................................................................................................ 50Stop Timer (with the Timer running) ............................................................................ 50

Sonar Menu Tab 51Beam Select (561, 570, 561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI) ................................................ 52Imaging Frequency (Down Imaging Views only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) ........ 54Surface Clutter ........................................................................................................ 55SwitchFire ............................................................................................................ 55Fish ID+ ................................................................................................................ 56Fish ID Sensitivity .................................................................................................... 57Real Time Sonar (RTS) Window .......................................................................... 57Zoom Width ............................................................................................................ 5883 kHz Sensitivity (Advanced, DualBeam PLUS Sonar only [561, 570]) ........................ 58455 kHz Sensitivity (Advanced, Down Imaging only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) .. 58Depth Lines (Advanced) ............................................................................................ 59Noise Filter (Advanced) .............................................................................................. 59Max Depth (Advanced) .............................................................................................. 60Water Type (Advanced) .............................................................................................. 60Digital Depth Source (Advanced, Down Imaging models withoptional-purchase transducers only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) .............................. 61

Imaging Palette (Down Imaging Views only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI]) .............. 61

Setup Menu Tab 62Units - Depth .......................................................................................................... 63Units - Temp (International models only) .................................................................... 63Units - Distance (with Temp/Speed only) .................................................................... 63Units - Speed (with Temp/Speed only) ........................................................................ 63

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User Mode ............................................................................................................ 64Language (International models only) ........................................................................ 64Triplog Reset (with Temp/Speed only) ...................................................................... 64Restore Defaults .................................................................................................... 64Select Views (Advanced).......................................................................................... 65Select Readouts (Advanced, Sonar View and Down Imaging View only) .................. 65Depth Offset (Advanced).......................................................................................... 66Temp. Offset (Advanced) .......................................................................................... 66Speed Calibration (Advanced, with Temp/Speed only) .............................................. 67Digits Format (Advanced) ........................................................................................ 67Demonstration ...................................................................................................... 67Sound Control ........................................................................................................ 67

Maintenance 68

Troubleshooting 70Fishfinder Doesnt Power Up ................................................................................ 70Fishfinder System Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached .............. 70Display Problems .................................................................................................. 71Finding the Cause of Noise .................................................................................. 72

Specifications 73

Glossary 81

Contact Humminbird 85

NOTE: Entries in this Table of Contents which list (International models only) areonly available on products sold outside of the U.S. by our authorized internationaldistributors. To obtain a list of authorized international distributors, please visitour Web site at humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center at(334) 687-6613.

NOTE: Entries in this Table of Contents which list (with Temp/Speed only) requirethe purchase of separate accessories. You can visit our Web site athumminbird.com to order these accessories online or contact our CustomerResource Center at 1-800-633-1468.

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Power On

Power OnFollow the instructions below to power on your Humminbird control head.

1. Press the POWER/LIGHT key.

2. When the Title screen is displayed, press the MENU key to access theStart-Up Options Menu.

3. Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to select Normal (if there is atransducer attached to the control head) or Simulator (if there isnt atransducer attached to the control head).

NOTE: See Start-Up Options Menu for more information.

If a functioning transducer is connected, Normal operation will beselected automatically at power up, and your Fishfinder can beused on the water.

If a transducer is not connected and you wait too long to select aStart-Up Option, the system will default to whichever menu isalready highlighted.

In Simulator you can learn how to use your control head and savesettings in advance for later use.

570 Title Screen

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2 How Sonar Works

How Sonar WorksSonar technology is based on sound waves. The 500 Series Fishfinder usessonar to locate and define structure, bottom contour and composition, as wellas depth directly below the transducer.

Your 500 Series Fishfinder sends a sound wave signal and determinesdistance by measuring the time between the transmission of the sound waveand when the sound wave is reflected off of an object; it then uses the reflectedsignal to interpret location, size, and composition of an object.

Sonar is very fast. A sound wave can travel from the surface to a depth of240 ft (70 m) and back again in less than 1/4 of a second. It is unlikely that yourboat can outrun this sonar signal.

SONAR is an acronym for SOund andNAvigation Ranging. Sonar uses precisionsound pulses or pings which are emittedinto the water in a teardrop-shaped beam.

The sound pulses echo back from objectsin the water such as the bottom, fish, andother submerged objects. The returnedechoes are displayed on the LCD screen.Each time a new echo is received, the oldechoes are moved across the LCD, creatinga scrolling effect.

How Sonar Works

When all the echoes are viewed side by side, aneasy to interpret graph of the bottom, fish, andstructure appears.

The sound pulses are transmitted at variousfrequencies depending on the application. Veryhigh frequencies (455 kHz) are used for greatestdefinition but the operating depth is limited. Highfrequencies (200 kHz) are commonly used onconsumer sonar and provide a good balancebetween depth performance and resolution. Lowfrequencies (83 kHz) are typically used to achievegreater depth capability.

The power output is the amount of energygenerated by the sonar transmitter. It is commonlymeasured using two methods:

Root Mean Square (RMS) measures poweroutput over the entire transmit cycle.

Peak to Peak measures power output at thehighest points.

The benefits of increased power output are theability to detect smaller targets at greater distances,ability to overcome noise, better high speedperformance, and enhanced depth capability.

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4 How Sonar Works

Single Beam Sonar(550, 560)

The 550 Fishfinder and 560 Fishfinder use a200 kHz single beam sonar system with a 20area of coverage. Depth capability is affected bysuch factors as boat speed, wave action, bottomhardness, water conditions, and transducerinstallation.

How Sonar Works

DualBeam PLUS Sonar (561, 570)The 561 Fishfinder and 570 Fishfinder use a200/83 kHz DualBeam PLUS sonar systemwith a wide (60) area of coverage. DualBeamPLUS sonar has a narrowly focused 20center beam, surrounded by a second beam of60, expanding your coverage to an area equalto your depth. In 20 feet of water, the widerbeam covers an area 20 feet wide.

DualBeam PLUS sonar returns can be blendedtogether, viewed separately, or compared side-by-side. DualBeam PLUS is ideal for a widerange of conditions - from shallow to very deepwater in both fresh and salt water. Depthcapability is affected by such factors as boatspeed, wave action, bottom hardness, waterconditions, and transducer installation.

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6Down Imaging Sonar(561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI)

The 561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DIFishfinders use Down Imaging technology.The Down Imaging transducer scans thewater with razor-thin, high-definition beams.The beams are wide (side to side) but verythin front to back.

The Down Imaging beams can be operatedat two frequencies: 455 kHz (75) or 800 kHz(45). Select 455 kHz for the best overallimage quality and depth. Select 800 kHz forthe sharpest image. See Sonar Menu Tab:Imaging Frequency for more information.

The transducer also uses conical beams toprovide data in traditional 2D format (seeWhats on the Sonar Display). Select 455 kHzfor a narrowly focused 16 center beam, orselect 200 kHz for a wider 25 beam (seeSonar Menu Tab: Beam Select).

Depth capability is affected by such factorsas boat speed, wave action, bottom hardness,water conditions, and transducer installation.

75 Degree Total Coverage

1675

25455kHz

200kHz

455kHz

45 800kHz

How Sonar Works

Whats on the Sonar DisplayThe 500 Series Fishfinder can display a variety of useful information about

NOTE: Entries in this view that list (with Temp/Speed) are available if the accessory is connected

Depth - (water depth) can be set to alarm whenthe water becomes too shallow.

Temperature - Water surface temperature.

Timer - Elapsed time with Temp/SpeedAccessory.

Distance - Distance traveled with Temp/SpeedAccessory.

Average Speed - Average speed reading withTemp/Speed Accessory.

Second Sonar Return - When the sonar signalbounces between thebottomand the surface of thewater and back again. Use the appearance of thesecond return to determine bottom hardness. Hardbottomswill showa strong second return,while softbottomswill show a veryweak one or none at all.

Speed - If a Temp/Speed accessory is attached,the Fishfinder can display the speed of the boatand can keep a Triplog of nautical or statutemiles traveled.

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the area under your boat, including the following items:

to the 500 Series Fishfinder.

Structure - Where fish may be hiding.

Thermoclines - Layers of water with differenttemperatures that appear at different depthsand different times of the year. A thermoclinetypically appears as a continuous band of graylevels moving across the display at the samedepth.

Bait Ball

Fish - The Fishfinder displays fish as archesand/or fish icons, and can be set to alarmwhen a fish of a certain size is detected.When a target is detected, a Fish ID+symbol appears on the display with thedepth displayed above it. The size of thesymbol indicates the intensity of the sonarreturn. The unit will clearly show schools ofBait Fish as "clouds" of different shapes andsizes, depending on the number of fish andboat speed.

Battery Voltage - The voltage of the boatsbattery; can be set to alarm if the voltage fallsbelow a certain point.

Hollow Fish Symbol (see Fish ID+)

Shaded Fish Symbol (see Fish ID+)

RTS (Real Time Sonar) Window

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Whats on the Sonar Display

Understanding the Sonar DisplayIt is important to understand the significance ofthe display. The display does not show a literal3-dimensional representation of what is under thewater. Each vertical band of data received by thecontrol head and plotted on the display representssomething that was detected by a sonar return ata particular time. As both the boat and the targets(fish) may be moving, the returns are only showinga particular segment of time when objects weredetected, not exactly where those objects are inrelation to other objects shown on the display.

The returned sonar echoes are displayed on the screen. As a new echo isreceived, the historical data scrolls left across the view.

Real Time Sonar (RTS) WindowA Real Time Sonar (RTS) Window appears on the right side of the display inthe Sonar View only. The RTS Window updates at the fastest rate possible fordepth conditions and shows only the returns from the bottom, structure, andfish that are within the transducer beam. The RTS Window plots the depthand intensity of a sonar return (see Sonar Menu Tab: RTS Window).

The Narrow RTS Windowindicates the sonar intensitythrough the use of grayscale.The grayscale used matchesthe Bottom View grayscalesetting (Inverse, Structure ID,WhiteLine, Bottom Black).The depth of the sonar returnis indicated by the verticalplacement of the return on thedisplay depth scale.

The Wide RTS Windowindicates the sonar intensitythrough the use of a bargraph. The length of theplotted return indicateswhether the return is weak orstrong. The depth of the sonarreturn is indicated by thevertical placement of thereturn on the display depthscale. The Wide RTSWindow does not usegrayscale.

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Whats on the Sonar Display

Sonar Returns and Bottom ViewAs the boat moves, the unit charts thechanges in depth on the display to create aprofile of the Bottom Contour. The SonarView displays the sonar return intensity usinggray scale.

Strong returns often result from rocky orhard bottoms (compacted sediment, rocks,fallen trees), while weaker returns oftenresult from soft bottoms (sand, mud),vegetation, and small fish.

The shades used to represent high, medium,to low intensity returns are determined bythe setting you choose in the Bottom Viewmenu option. See Sonar X-Press Menu toset the Bottom View.

HIGHIntensity Return

MEDIUMIntensity Return

LOWIntensity Return

Bottom View, Inverse Palette

Sonar View:Bottom View set to Inverse (default setting)

Strong Returns(possibly rocks,tree limbs, or

other structure)

RTS Window

Sonar History:Historical Returnsscroll left across

the view.

Weak Returns(possiblyvegetation orsmall fish)

Strong Return(possiblycompactedsediment orrocks)

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Whats on the Sonar Display

Inverse is a method where weak returns areshown with dark pixels and strong returns withlighter pixels. This has the benefit of ensuring thatweak signals will be clearly visible on the display.

Structure ID represents weak returns as lightpixels and strong returns as dark pixels. This hasthe benefit of ensuring that strong returns will beclearly visible on the display.

WhiteLine highlights the strongest sonar returnsin white resulting in a distinctive outline. This hasthe benefit of clearly defining the bottom on thedisplay.

Black (Bottom Black) displays all pixels below thebottom contour as black, regardless of signalstrength. This has the benefit of providing a highcontrast between the bottom and other sonarreturns on the display.

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Whats on the Sonar Display

SwitchFireSwitchFire controls how the sonar returns are displayed in the Sonar Views.SwitchFire settings are available in the Sonar Menu Tab.

To see the maximum sonar information available within the transducer beam somore fish arches and better jig tracking are shown, choose Max Mode.

To see less clutter and more fish size accuracy interpreted from the transducerbeam, choose Clear Mode. See Sonar Menu Tab: SwitchFire for moreinformation.

Freeze Frame and Active CursorFreeze Frame and Active Cursor - Press any arrow on the 4-WAY CursorControl key, and the screen will freeze and a cursor will be displayed. Use the4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor over a sonar return, and the depthof the sonar return will be displayed in the cursor dialog box.

The RTS Window continues to update in Freeze Frame. To return to a scrollingdisplay and exit Freeze Frame, press the EXIT key. Freeze Frame is available inthe Sonar, Split Sonar, and Sonar Zoom Views.

Instant Image UpdateInstant Image Update - You can change a variety of sonar menu settings (suchas Sensitivity or Upper Range), and the adjustments will be shown instantly onthe screen.

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Whats on the Down Imaging DisplayDown Imaging uses its unique transducer and sonar technology to provideprofiling beams produce the detailed sonar data that you see on the display.interpret the structure and bottom contour, including the following items:

NOTE: Entries in this view that list (with Temp/Speed) are available if the accessory is connected

Depth - (water depth) can be set to alarm whenthe water becomes too shallow.

Temperature - Water surface temperature.

Speed - If a Temp/Speed accessory is connected,the Fishfinder can display the speed of the boatand can keep a Triplog of nautical or statutemiles traveled.

Topography Changes - The light part of thedisplay shows where the beam is hitting hardbottom or rising terrain. The dark part of thedisplay indicates soft bottom (sand, mud) ordescending terrain.

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(Down Imaging models only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI])

information about the area directly below your boat. The razor-thin, high-definitionDown Imaging reveals a variety of recognizable features so that you can

to the 500 Series Fishfinder.

Clouded Area may indicate a bait ball andWhite Streaks may indicate fish.

Upper Range

Structure

Lower Range

Bottom Return - Use the appearance of thebottom return to determine bottom hardness.Rock and gravel provide a clearer sonarreturn than mud and sand because hardobjects reflect sonar better than soft objects.

Shadows - Result from a lack of reflectedsonar from a particular area and can be asvaluable for interpretation than the sonarreflected by the object itself. Use shadows tohelp you see the image in 3 dimensions,oriented in space. You can gain insight intothe actual shape of an object, or the depthto which it has sunk into the bottom,through shadows on the display. Objectsstanding on the bottom cast a sonarshadow. The longer the shadow, the tallerthe object. Fish also cast shadows. You canuse the shadow to interpret how close thefish is to the bottom.

Whats on the Down Imaging Display

Understanding theDown Imaging DisplayThe images you see on the Down Imagingdisplay are produced using sonar technology.Each time the unit pings, a strip of datarepresenting all the echoes received by thetransducer are put together on the display toform the image that you see. Like traditional2D Sonar, the sonar history scrolls left acrossthe screen.

Interpreting the DisplayDown Imaging beams illuminate the bottom contour, structure, and fish.The beams are wide (side to side) but very thin front to back.

Use the light and dark parts of the display to interpret the objects under yourboat as follows:

Dark shades represent soft returns (mud, sand) or descending terrain.

Light shades represent denser terrain (timber, rocks) or rising terrain. Avery hard bottom may appear as white on the display.

White Streaks or Clouds may represent fish on the display.

Shadows are not caused by light but by the lack of a sonar return.Objects standing on the bottom cause a sonar shadow to appear on thedisplay. The longer the shadow, the taller the object. Fish may also castshadows. You can use the shadow to interpret where the fish or objectis located in relation to the bottom.

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Whats on the Down Imaging Display

Down Imaging SensitivityUse Imaging Sensitivity to control how the sonar returns appear on thedisplay. Increase the sensitivity to reveal weaker returns that may be of interest,especially in very clear water or greater depths. Decrease the ImagingSensitivity to eliminate the clutter from the display that is sometimes presentin murky or muddy water. See Down Imaging X-Press Menu: ImagingSensitivity or Down Sensitivity for more information.

Freeze Frame and Active CursorFreeze Frame and Active Cursor - Press any arrow on the 4-WAY CursorControl key, and the screen will freeze and a cursor will be displayed. Use the4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor over a sonar return, and the depthof the sonar return will be displayed in the cursor dialog box.

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Views

ViewsThe sonar information from your Fishfinder isdisplayed on the screen in a variety of easy-to-readviews. There are many views available on yourFishfinder.

Default View:When you first power up the 550, 560, 561, or 570 controlhead, Sonar View will be the default view. When you first power up the561 DI, 570 DI, or 571 HD DI control head, Down Imaging View willbe the default view.

Cycle: When you press the VIEW key repeatedly, the display cyclesthrough the available views on your screen. When you press the EXITkey, the display cycles through the available views in reverse order.

Customize: You can display or hide any view to suit your fishingpreferences. See the following pages for more information about eachview.

NOTE:When you change any menu settings that affect the sonar, the viewwill updateimmediately. You don't have to exit the menu to apply the change to the screen.

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Views

To customize your view rotation:

You can choose which views are hidden or visible in your view rotation.

1. Press the MENU key twice to access the tabbed Main Menu, thenpress the RIGHT Cursor key until the Setup tab is selected.

2. Press the DOWN Cursor key to highlight Select Views, and press theRIGHT Cursor key to access the Select Views submenu.

NOTE: If the Select Views option does not appear under the Setup tab, change theUser Mode to Advanced.

3. Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to select a View.

4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor keys to change the status of the viewfrom Hidden to Visible or vice versa.

To change the Digital Readouts:

Each view displays digital readout information (such as speed or time), whichvaries with the view selected and the accessory attached. The digital readoutson the Sonar View can be customized. See Setup Menu Tab: Select Readoutsfor more information.

1. Press the MENU key twice to access the tabbed Main Menu, thenpress the RIGHT Cursor key until the Setup tab is selected.

2. Press the DOWN Cursor key to highlight Select Readouts, and press theRIGHT Cursor key to access the Select Readouts submenu.

NOTE: If the Select Readouts option does not appear under the Setup tab, change theUser Mode to Advanced.

3. Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to select a Readout position, thenpress the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to choose what will be displayed inthat position. To hide the data window, select Off.

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Views

Sonar ViewSonar View presents a historical log of sonar returns. The most recent sonarreturns are charted on the right side of the display. As new information isreceived, the historical information scrolls left across the display.

Upper and Lower Depth Range numbers indicate the distance from thesurface of the water to a depth range sufficient to show the bottom.

Depth is automatically selected to keep the bottom visible on the display,although you can adjust it manually as well (see Sonar X-PressMenu).

Digital Readouts shown on the display will change based on the SelectReadouts settings or the optional-purchase accessories attached (seeSetup Menu Tab: Select Readouts).

Freeze Frame - Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to freeze the displayand move the cursor over a sonar return. The depth of the sonar returnwill be displayed at the bottom of the screen in the cursor informationbox.

NOTE: If the Depth number is flashing, it means that the unit is having trouble locatingthe bottom. This usually happens if the water is too deep, the transducer is out of thewater, the boat is moving too fast, or for any other reason that the unit cant accuratelyreceive continuous data.

Sonar View

Upper DepthRange

Sonar HistoryWindow

Depth

Speed

Temperature

Triplog

Lower DepthRange

RTS Window

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Sonar Zoom ViewSonar Zoom View provides a magnified view of the bottom and structure. TheSonar Zoom View makes it easier to see separate sonar returns that wouldusually be displayed close together, such as those caused by fish suspendedclose to the bottom or within structure.

The Zoom Level, or magnification, is displayed in the lower left cornerof the display. Press the MENU key once to access the Sonar X-PressMenu and use Zoom Level to adjust the zoom settings.

The Zoomed View is displayed on the left side of the screen. As thedepth changes, the zoomed view updates automatically.

The Full Range View is displayed on the right side of the screen. TheFull Range View includes the Zoom Preview Box, which shows wherethe zoomed view is in relation to the full range view.

The Upper and Lower Depth Range numbers indicate the high and lowrange of the water which is being viewed.

Sonar Zoom View

Digital depth is displayed in the upper left hand corner. Thedigital readouts in the Sonar Zoom View cannot becustomized; therefore, information such as water temperatureand voltage are unavailable in the Sonar Zoom View.

Upper Depth Range,Full Range View

Upper Depth Range,Zoom View

Full Range View

Zoom Preview Box

Lower Depth Range,Zoom View

Lower Depth Range,Full Range View

Depth

Zoomed View

Zoom Level

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Split Sonar View(DualBeam PLUS and Down Imaging models only [561, 570, 561 DI, 570 DI, & 571 HD DI])

Split Sonar View displays sonar returns from each down beam frequency onseparate sides of the screen. You can use the Split Sonar View to make side byside comparisons between the sonar returns from both beams.

DualBeam PLUS models (561, 570) display sonar returns from the83 kHz wide beam on the left side of the screen and sonar returns fromthe 200 kHz narrow beam on the right side of the screen.

Down Imaging models (561 DI, 570 DI, 571 HD DI) display sonarreturns from the 455 kHz narrow beam on the left side of the screen andsonar returns from the 200 kHz wide beam on the right side of thescreen.

Depth is displayed in the upper left hand corner.

The Digital Readouts in the Split Sonar View cannot be customized;therefore, information such as water temperature and voltage areunavailable in the Split Sonar View.

570 DI Split Sonar View

200 kHz SonarHistory Window

Upper DepthRange

Lower DepthRange

Depth

455 kHz SonarHistory Window

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Big Digits ViewBig Digits View provides digital data in a large, easy-to-see format.

Digital Readouts: Depth is always displayed. Readouts for temperature,speed, and Triplog information are displayed automatically if theappropriate accessory is connected to the Fishfinder.

NOTE: The digital readouts in the Big Digits View cannot be customized.

The Triplog shows distance traveled, average speed, and time elapsedsince the Triplog was last reset.

Big Digits View

Depth

Temperature

Speed

Timer shows thetime elapsed since Triplogwas last reset

Distance is the distancetraveled since the Triplogwas last reset

Voltage displaysthe battery voltage

Average Speed shows thespeed since the Triplogwas last reset

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Down Imaging View(Down Imaging models only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI])

Down Imaging View uses the razor-thin, high-definition profiling beams toproduce the detailed sonar data that you see on the display. Sonar returns arecharted on the right side of the display. As new information is received, thehistorical information scrolls left across the display. See Whats on the DownImaging Display for more information.

Down Imaging X-PressMenu: Press the MENU key once to accessthe Down Imaging X-Press Menu. You can set the sensitivity of thesonar, the chart scrolling speed, the display palette, and the UpperRange and Lower Range (see Down Imaging X-Press Menu).

Freeze Frame: Press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key and theDown Imaging View will freeze and a cursor will appear on thescreen. Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor over asonar return. The depth of the sonar return at the cursor location willbe displayed in the cursor dialog box.

NOTE: See Whats on the Down Imaging Display and Down ImagingX-Press Menu for more information.

Down Imaging View

White Streaks(possiblyvegetation orfish)

Lower DepthRange

SurfaceClutter

Sonar HistoryWindow

Temperature

Speed

Depth Upper DepthRange

24 Views

Down Imaging/Sonar Combo View(Down Imaging models only [561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI])

Down Imaging/Sonar Combo View shows traditional Sonar information onthe top and Down Imaging sonar information on the bottom of the view.

X-Press Menu: Press the MENU key once to access the DownImaging X-Press Menu. You can set the sensitivity of the sonar, thechart scrolling speed, and the display color palette (see DownImaging X-Press Menu and Sonar X-Press Menu).

Freeze Frame: Press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key and theview will freeze and a cursor will appear on both views on the screen.Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor over a sonarreturn, and the depth of the sonar return will be displayed in the cursordialog box.

Down Imaging/Sonar Combo View

Lower DepthRange

DownImaging

SonarWindow

TraditionalSonar

Window

Depth Upper DepthRange

25500 Series Control Head

Whats on the 500 Series Control HeadYour 500 Series Fishfinder interface is easy to use. A combination of keys andspecial features allows you to control what you see on the display. Refer to thefollowing illustration, and see Key Functions for more information.

Screen1 MENU key 4EXIT key 5

2

3

4

5

1

POWER/LIGHT key 6VIEW key24-WAY Cursor Control key(LEFT, RIGHT, UP, or DOWN Cursor keys)

3

6

26 Key Functions

Key FunctionsYour Fishfinder user interface consists of a set of easy-to-use keys that workwith various on-screen views and menus to give you flexibility and control overyour fishing experience.

POWER/LIGHT KeyThe POWER/LIGHT key is used to power the Fishfinder on and off.You can also use the POWER/LIGHT key to adjust the backlightand contrast of the display.

Power On: Press the POWER/LIGHT key to power on the unit. When the Titlescreen is displayed, press the MENU key to access the Start-Up Options Menu.

Power Off: Press and hold the POWER/LIGHT key for 3 seconds. A message willappear to indicate how many seconds there are until shutdown occurs. Toensure that shutdown occurs properly and any menu settings will be saved,your Fishfinder should always be turned off using the POWER/LIGHT key.

Adjust the Backlight or the Display Contrast:Press the POWER/LIGHT key to access the Lightand Contrast submenu. Use the 4-WAY CursorControl key to select Light or Contrast, and thenuse the LEFT or RIGHT Cursor key to change thesettings. Press EXIT to exit the Light and Contrastsubmenu.

NOTE: Your 500 Series Fishfinder will start up with the backlight on and willautomatically turn it off to conserve power.

27Key Functions

VIEW KeyThe VIEW key is used to cycle through all available views. Pressthe VIEW key to advance to the next view. Repeatedly pressingVIEW cycles through all the available views. Views can be hidden

to optimize the system to your fishing requirements (see Views or Setup Menu:Select Views).

NOTE: Press the EXIT key to cycle through the views in reverse order.

MENU KeyThe MENU key is used to access the menu system. See TheMenu System for more information.

Start-Up Options Menu: Press the MENU key during the power upsequence to view the Start-Up Options menu.

X-Press Menu: Press the MENU key once in any view to access theX-Press Menu, which provides frequently-used menu settings thatcorrespond with the current view.

Main Menu: Press the MENU key twice in any view to access the MainMenu, which is organized under tabbed headings to help you find aspecific menu item quickly.

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4-WAY Cursor Control Key(LEFT, RIGHT, UP, or DOWN Cursor keys)

Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to navigate the Menu System.

Menu Selection: Press the DOWN or UP Cursor keys to highlight amenu option, then press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to change amenu setting. The changes will be activated and saved immediately.

Freeze Frame: In Sonar View and Down Imaging View, press anyarrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to freeze the display and movethe active cursor to a location on the screen. A cursor dialog box willdisplay to show the depth of the location you choose.

Active Cursor: Press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key, andthe active cursor will appear on the screen.

EXIT KeyThe EXIT key has multiple functions, which depend 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 andreturn to the view.

If a menu is active, press the EXIT key to return to the previous level inthe menu system.

From any view, press the EXIT key to cycle through the available viewsin reverse order.

If Freeze Frame is active, press the EXIT key to return to a scrollingdisplay.

If the Cursor is active, press the EXIT key to remove the cursor from thedisplay.

NOTE: In either Freeze Frame or Active Cursor mode, you can also make the cursormove diagonally by pressing in between two of the arrows on the 4-WAY CursorControl key.

29The Menu System

The Menu SystemThe Menu System is divided into easy-to-use menu modules as follows:

Start-Up Options Menu: Press the MENU key during the power onsequence to view the Start-Up Options Menu. From the Start-UpOptions Menu, you can choose the following Fishfinder Modes:Normal, Simulator, and System Status.

X-Press Menu: The X-Press Menu provides a shortcut to the mostfrequently-used settings, and the options on the X-Press Menucorrespond with the current view.

Main Menu: The Main Menu is a standard set of menu settings whichare organized under the following tabbed headings: Alarms, Sonar, andSetup.

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

30 Start-Up Options Menu

Start-Up Options MenuPress the MENU key during the power on sequence to view the Start-UpOptions Menu, and select one of the modes described on the following pages.Also, see Power On for additional information.

NormalUse Normal for on-the-water operation with a transducer connected. If afunctioning transducer is connected, Normal operation will be selectedautomatically at power up, and your Fishfinder can be used on the water.

To exit Normal operation, power off your Fishfinder.

31Start-Up Options Menu

SimulatorUse Simulator to learn how to use your Fishfinder before taking your boat on thewater. The Simulator is a very powerful tool that provides a randomly-updateddisplay which simulates on the water operation.

We recommend going through thismanual while using the Simulator,since all of the menus function andaffect the display in the same way asthey would in Normal operation. Anymenu changes you make will be savedfor later use.

NOTE: It is important to select Simulatormanually from the Start-Up Options Menu asopposed to letting the Fishfinder enterSimulator automatically (as it will if atransducer is not connected and you donothing during power up).

A message will appear often on the display to indicate Simulator mode.

To exit Simulator, power off your Fishfinder.

System StatusUse System Status to view system connections and to conduct a unit self-test.

After you select System Status from the Start-Up Options Menu, press theVIEW key to display the following options:

Self Test

Accessory Test

To exit System Status, power off your Fishfinder.

Simulator

32 Start-Up Options Menu

Self Test displays results from the internal diagnostic self test, including unitserial number, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) serial number, software revision,total hours of operation, and the input voltage.

Accessory Test lists the accessories connected to the system.

NOTE: The speed accessory will be detected only if the paddlewheel has moved since yourFishfinder was powered up.

System Status Accessory Test Screen

570 Self Test Screen

33X-Press Menu

X-Press MenuThe X-Press Menu provides a shortcut to yourmost frequently-used settings. The optionsprovided on the X-Press Menu correspondwith the current view. For example, if you are ina Sonar View and press the MENU key once, theSonar X-Press Menu will display.

To use an X-Press Menu:

1. In any view, press the MENU key once.

2. Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to highlight an X-Press Menuoption, then use the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to change the menusetting.

NOTE: The X-Press Menu will collapse temporarily and the screen will update if it isaffected by your menu setting change, which allows you to see the effects of yourchange immediately.

3. Reactivate the X-PressMenu by pressing the UP or DOWN Cursor keys.

Total Screen Update - When you change any menu settings that affect thecurrent view, the view will update immediately (i.e. you dont have to exit themenu to apply the change to the screen).

Menu options can be simplified or expanded by setting the User Mode toNormal or Advanced. SeeMain Menu: User Mode for details.

X-Press Menu

34 Main Menu

Main MenuThe Main Menu provides the standard set ofmenu options, including the settings that arechanged less frequently. The Main Menu isorganized under the following tabs to help youfind a specific menu item quickly: Alarms,Sonar, and Setup.

NOTE:Menu options can be expanded or simplified bysetting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal. SeeMain Menu: User Mode for details.

To use the Main Menu:

1. In any view, press the MENU key twice.

2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to highlight a menu tab.

3. Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to select a specific menu optionunder that tab.

4. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys again to change a menu setting.

A down arrow at the bottom of a menu means that you can scroll toadditional menu options using the DOWN Cursor key.

A right or left arrow on amenu optionmeans that you can use the RIGHTor LEFT Cursor keys to make changes or to see more information.

Press the EXIT key to move quickly to the top of the tab.

Main Menu (Normal User Mode)

Total Screen Update - When you change any menu settings that affect thecurrent view, the view will update immediately (i.e. you dont have to exit themenu to apply the change to the screen).

35Main Menu

Quick Tips for the Main Menu

From any menu option on a menu tab, press the EXIT key to jump directlyto the top of the tab.

From the bottom of a menu tab, press the DOWN Cursor key to jumpdirectly to the top of the tab.

From the top of a menu tab, press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to scrollto the next tab. You can also jump to the beginning or end of the tabrotation by repeatedly pressing the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys.

If there is a down arrow at the bottom of a menu tab, press the DOWNCursor key to scroll to additional menu options.

If there is a right or left arrow on a menu option, press the RIGHT or LEFTCursor keys to make setting changes or see more information.

If you press MENU or EXIT to leave the Main Menu and then return to theMainMenu at a later time, the menu will open to the same tab as the lasttime the Main Menu was displayed.

Note for all Menu Settings

The settings in all menus are adjusted in the same way. Simply use the 4-WAYCursor Control key to highlight a menu option, and then change the settings oractivate the option (see Main Menu or X-Press Menu).

Below is an example of how the menu options are described in this manual.Each description shows the menu option appearance, the available settings,and the specific control head settings required (i.e. advanced user mode,international models only, view, navigation, or accessory).

Noise Filter(Advanced)Settings: Off, Low, Medium, High1, High2, High3,Default = Low

Noise Filter adjusts the sonar Noise Filter to limit interference on the displayfrom sources such as your boat engine, turbulence, or other sonar devices.

Menu Option Name

Available MenuSettings

and Default

Setting Description

Menu Option as it appears on the screen

Setup User Modeand other control

head requirements

36 Main Menu

User Mode (Normal or Advanced)Menu options can be simplified or expanded by setting your Fishfinder User Modeto Normal or Advanced.

Normal Mode is the default setting when you first power on your 500 SeriesFishfinder. Normal mode is provided for users who want greater simplicity andfewer menu choices.

Advanced Mode is provided for users who want the highest level of control overthe Fishfinder. Several menu settings are added to the Main Menu when the UserMode is changed to Advanced.

To change the User Mode setting:

1. Press the MENU key twice to access the Main Menu.

2. Press the RIGHT Cursor key until the Setup tab is selected.

3. Press the DOWN Cursor key to highlight User Mode on the Setup mainmenu.

4. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to change the User Mode setting.(Normal, Advanced, Default = Normal)

NOTE: Any changes made while in Advanced Mode will remain in effect after youswitch back to Normal Mode.

For example, the Select Readouts menu option is available when the User Mode is setto Advanced. If you change the Select Readouts settings while operating in AdvancedUser mode, the Select Readouts you choose will continue to display on the screen evenif you switch back to Normal User Mode.

37Main Menu

571 HD DISonar Tab, Advanced Mode

571 HD DISonar Tab, Normal Mode

38 Sonar X-Press Menu

Sonar X-Press Menu(Sonar Views only)

The Sonar X-Press Menu provides a shortcutto your most frequently-used settings. Press theMENU key once while in any of the Sonar Viewsto access the Sonar X-Press Menu.

NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplifiedby setting the Fishfinder User Mode to Advanced orNormal. SeeMain Menu: User Mode for details.

Sonar X-Press Menu

39Sonar X-Press Menu

SensitivitySettings: Low = 1, High = 20; Default = 10

Sensitivity controls how much detail is shown on the display and will adjustthe sensitivity of all sonar frequencies.

When operating in very clear water or greater depths, increase the sensitivityto see weaker returns that may be of interest. If the sensitivity is adjusted toohigh, the display may become too cluttered.

Decrease the sensitivity to eliminate the clutter from the display that issometimes present in murky or muddy water. If Sensitivity is adjusted too low,the display may not show many sonar returns that could be fish.

NOTE: The Sensitivity setting is a global setting and will adjust the sensitivity of allsonar frequencies.

Sensitivity at Low Sensitivity at Medium Sensitivity at High

40 Sonar X-Press Menu

Upper Range(Advanced: Sonar and Big Digits Views only)Settings: 0 to 790 ft, 0 to 990 ft (561 only), or 0 to 257 m(International models only); Default = 0 ft

Upper Range sets the shallowest depth range that will be displayed on the Sonarand Big Digits Views. Upper Range is often used with Lower Range.

NOTE: A minimum distance of 10 feet will be maintained between the Upper andLower Range regardless of the manual settings entered.

Lower RangeSettings: Auto to 800 ft, Auto to 1200 ft (561 only), or Autoto 260 m (International models only); Default = Auto

Lower Range sets the deepest depth range that will be displayed by the unit.

Auto: The Lower Range will be adjusted by the unit to follow the bottomautomatically. Auto is the default setting.

Manual: You can adjust the Lower Range to lock the unit on a particular depth.M will be displayed in the lower right corner of the screen to indicate the unitis in Manual mode. Adjust the Upper and Lower Range together to view aspecific depth range, especially when looking for fish or bottom structure.

NOTE: A minimum distance of 10 feet will be maintained between the Upper andLower Range regardless of the manual settings entered.

For example, if you are only interested in the area between 20 and 50 feetdeep, you should set the Upper Depth Range to 20 and the Lower Depth Rangeto 50. The Sonar View will then show the 30 foot area between 20 and 50 andwill not show the surface or the bottom (assuming the bottom is deeper than50 feet). Greater detail will be shown for the area between 20 and 50 feet.

For example, if you are fishing in 60 feet of water but are only interested inthe first 30 feet (surface to a depth of 30 feet), you should set the LowerDepth Range limit to 30. The display will show the 0 to 30 foot range, whichallows you to see a more detailed view than you would see if the displaywent all the way to the bottom.

41Sonar X-Press Menu

Chart SpeedSettings: 1-9, Ultra, where 1 = Slow, 9 = Fast, Ultra =Fastest; Default = 5

Chart Speed determines the speed at which the sonar information moves acrossthe 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 speedkeeps the information on the display longer, but the bottom and fish detailsbecome compressed and may be difficult to interpret. Regardless of the ChartSpeed setting, the RTS Window will update at the maximum rate possible forthe depth conditions.

Bottom ViewSettings: Inverse, Structure ID, WhiteLine, Bottom Black;Default = Inverse

Bottom View selects the method used to represent bottom and structure on thedisplay. SeeWhats on the Sonar Display: Sonar Returns and Bottom View formore information.

Zoom Level(Sonar Zoom View only)

Settings: 2x, 4x, 6x, 8x; Default = 2x

Zoom Level sets the magnification level for the Sonar Zoom View. Use Zoom tosee more detail in the bottom sonar returns that might be displayed closetogether, such as those caused by fish suspended close to the bottom or withinstructure.

Zoom Level is only available on the X-Press Menu from the Sonar Zoom View.The Zoom Preview Box shows the section of the bottom that will be magnified.

NOTE: The Zoom Preview Box tracks the bottom and cannot be moved.

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Bottom Lock(Sonar Zoom View only)

Settings: Off, On; Default = Off

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 displayregardless of changes in depth. This flattens out the bottom contour, but iseffective at showing fish on or near the bottom.

Bottom Range(Sonar Zoom View only when Bottom Lock is On)Settings: 10 to 60 feet, 2 to 10 fathoms, or 3 to 20 meters(International Models only); Default = 15 ft

Bottom Range allows you to control how much of the water column, measuredup from the bottom, is shown in the Sonar Zoom View. Choose a small value tosee low-lying bottom structure or details of the bottom return. Choose a largervalue to see large structure in deeper water.

NOTE: It is possible to set the Bottom Range to be greater than the depth. In thiscase, you may see surface clutter in a wavy band that mirrors changes in thedepth.

43Down Imaging X-Press Menu

Down ImagingX-Press Menu(Down Imaging Views only [561 DI, 570 DI, and

571 HD DI])

The Down Imaging X-PressMenu providesa shortcut to your most frequently-usedsettings. Press the MENU key once while in anyof the Down Imaging Views to access theDown Imaging X-Press Menu.

NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplifiedby setting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal. SeeMain Menu: User Mode for details.

570 DIDown Imaging X-Press Menu

44 Down Imaging X-Press Menu

Imaging SensitivitySettings: Auto, 1 to 20, where Low = 1, High = 20;Default = 10

Imaging Sensitivity (or Down Sensitivity) controls how the sonar returns aredisplayed on the Down Imaging Views.

Increase the Imaging Sensitivity to reveal weaker returns that may be ofinterest, especially in very clear water or greater depths. A high imagingsensitivity setting shows more sonar returns from small baitfish and suspendeddebris in the water; however if the sensitivity is adjusted too high, the displaymay become too cluttered.

Decrease the Imaging Sensitivity to eliminate the clutter from the display thatis sometimes present in murky or muddy water. If the sensitivity is adjusted toolow, the display may not show many sonar returns that could be fish.

DI EnhanceSettings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key.

DI Enhance allows you to adjust your Down Imaging View in the followingcategories: Sensitivity, Contrast, and Sharpness.

Whether youre searching the Down Imaging data for fish or certain bottomcontour, the most effective settings will vary with the situation. The display willupdate as you adjust each category.

Sensitivity: Controls how much detail is shown on the display. Whenoperating in very clear water or greater depths, increased sensitivity showsweaker returns that may be of interest. Decreasing the sensitivityeliminates the clutter from the display that is sometimes present in murkyor muddy water. (1 to 20, where Low = 1, High = 20, Default = 10)

DI Enhance Submenu

45Down Imaging X-Press Menu

NOTE: The Sensitivity can be adjusted from the DI Enhance dialog box or the DownImaging X-Press Menu. The Sensitivity setting is provided here so that you caneasily adjust the Down Imaging data with the other settings. See Down ImagingX-Press Menu: Imaging Sensitivity for more information.

Contrast: Accents the light and dark parts of the Down Imaging datato provide greater definition. (1 to 20, Default = 10)

Sharpness: Filters the view and sharpens the edges of the DownImaging data. (Low (L), Medium (M), High (H), Default = Off)

Upper Range(Advanced)

Settings: 0 to 790 ft or 0 to 257 m (International modelsonly); Default = 0 ft

Upper Range sets the shallowest depth range that will be displayed on theDown Imaging Views. Upper Range is often used with Lower Range.

NOTE: A minimum distance of 10 feet will be maintained between the Upper andLower Range regardless of the manual settings entered.

Lower RangeSettings: Auto to 800 ft, Auto to 260 m (Internationalmodels only); Default = Auto

Lower Range sets the deepest depth range that will be displayed by the unit.

Auto: The Lower Range will be adjusted by the unit to follow the bottomautomatically. Auto is the default setting.

Manual: You can adjust the Lower Range to lock the unit on a particular depth.will be displayed in the lower right corner of the screen to indicate the unit

is in Manual mode. Adjust the Upper and Lower Range together to view aspecific depth range, especially when looking for fish or bottom structure.

M

For example, if you are only interested in the area between 20 and 50 feet deep,you should set the Upper Depth Range to 20 and the Lower Depth Range to 50.The Sonar View will then show the 30 foot area between 20 and 50 and will notshow the surface or the bottom (assuming the bottom is deeper than 50 feet).Greater detail will be shown for the area between 20 and 50 feet.

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NOTE: A minimum distance of 10 feet will be maintained between the Upper andLower Range regardless of the settings entered manually.

Chart SpeedSettings: 1-9, Ultra, where 1 = Slow, 9 = Fast, Ultra =Fastest; Default = 5

Chart Speed determines the speed at which the sonar information moves acrossthe 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 speedkeeps the information on the display longer, but the bottom and fish detailsbecome compressed and may be difficult to interpret.

Imaging PaletteSettings: Dark, Light, Inverse; Default = Dark

Imaging Palette allows you to select which monochrome palette you would liketo use for the Down Imaging display.

For example, if you are fishing in 60 feet of water but are only interested in thefirst 30 feet (surface to a depth of 30 feet) you should set the Lower DepthRange limit to 30. The display will show the 0 to 30 foot range, which allowsyou to see a more detailed view than you would see if the display went all theway to the bottom.

47Alarms Menu Tab

Alarms Menu TabFrom any view, press the MENU key twice toaccess the Main Menu. The Alarms tab will bethe default selection.

NOTE:When an alarm is triggered, you can silence itby pressing any key. The alarm will be silenced, andwill not be triggered again until a new instance of thealarm condition is detected.

Alarms Menu

48 Alarms Menu Tab

Depth AlarmSettings: Off, 1 to 100 ft, or 0.5 to 30 m (Internationalmodels only); Default = Off

Depth Alarm sounds when the depth becomes equal to or less than the menusetting.

Fish ID AlarmSettings: Off, All, Large/Medium, Large; Default = Off

Fish ID Alarm sounds when the Fishfinder detects fish that correspond to thealarm setting. Fish ID Alarm will only sound if Fish ID+ is on.

Low Battery AlarmSettings: Off, 8.5V - 13.5V; Default = Off

Low Battery Alarm sounds when the input battery voltage is equal to or lessthan the menu setting. The battery alarm will only sound for the battery that isconnected to the Fishfinder. The Low Battery Alarm should be set to warn youwhen the battery voltage drops below the safety margin that you havedetermined.

For example, if you are running a trolling motor (battery operated), you wouldwant to set the Low Battery Alarm to sound before the battery voltage dropstoo low for it to be used to start your main, gasoline-powered engine.

For example, if you've set the Fish ID Alarm to sound for Large fish only, theFish ID alarm will sound when a large-sized fish is detected.

Large

Large/Medium

All

Off

49Alarms Menu Tab

Temp. AlarmSettings: Off, 33-120 (Fahrenheit), 0-50 (Celsius);Default = Off

Temp. Alarm sounds when the water temperature detected by the Fishfinderreaches the Temp. Alarm setting, which is either set in degrees Fahrenheit orCelsius (international models only).

Alarm ToneSettings: High, Medium, Low; Default = Medium

Alarm Tone selects the pitch of the alarm sound. A brief tone will be producedas you adjust the Alarm Tone so that you can select the tone that you can hearbest.

Timer SetupSettings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to open the dialogbox.

Timer Setup allows you to open a dialog box to create settings for the Timer.You can also start the countdown from this dialog box. When the Timer isstarted, the clock counts down from the amount of time set in the dialog box.

Time: Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to set the hours, minutes, andseconds.

For example, if the Temp. Alarm is set to 58 degrees Fahrenheit, and the watertemperature falls from 60 degrees to 58 degrees, the Temp. Alarm will sound.Similarly, if the water temperature rises from 56 degrees to 58 degrees, the Temp.Alarm will also sound.

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Save and Start: To start the Timer immediately, select Save and Start,and press the RIGHT Cursor key.

Save and Close: To save your settings and start the Timer at a later time,select Save and Close, and press the RIGHT Cursor key. Also, see StartTimer.

Digital Readout: To display the Timer on-screen as it counts down, seeViews: To Change the Digital Readouts.

Start TimerSettings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to start the Timer.

Start Timer allows you to start the Timer using the saved countdown settingsin the Timer Setup dialog box. To create the Timer settings, see Timer Setup.

Stop Timer(with the Timer running)

Settings: Press the RIGHT Cursor key to stop the Timer.

Stop Timer allows you to stop the Timer while it is counting down.

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Sonar Menu TabPress the MENU key twice to access the MainMenu and then press the RIGHT Cursor key untilthe Sonar tab is selected.

NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplified bysetting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal. SeeMain Menu: User Mode for details.

NOTE: Menu options are determined by yourHumminbird model. See the following pages for fullmenu descriptions.

570 DISonar Menu, Advanced

Sonar Menu Tab

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Beam Select(561, 570, 561 DI, 570 DI, and 571 HD DI only)

Settings: DualBeam PLUS: 200/83 kHz, 200 kHz, 83 kHz;Down Imaging: 200 kHz, 455 kHz; Default = 200 kHz

Beam Select sets which sonar returns from the transducer will be displayed onthe screen. The available beam frequencies are determined by yourHumminbird model.

DualBeam PLUS models (561, 570) allow you to choose 200/83 kHz,200 kHz, or 83 kHz.

When set to 200/83 kHz, the returns from both beams are blended bystarting with the 83 kHz wide beam return, dimming it, and thenoverlaying it with the 200 kHz narrow beam return. The darker 200 kHznarrow beam sonar returns will stand out from the paler 83 kHz widebeam sonar returns. The Split Sonar View continues to display the sonarreturns from each beam in their respective windows. The blendedinformation is shown in the Sonar View, Sonar Zoom View, and the BigDigits View. The RTS Window in the Sonar View will only show thereturns from the 200 kHz narrow beam.

When set to 200 kHz, only the returns from the 200 kHz narrow beamwill be displayed in the Sonar View, the Sonar Zoom View, and the BigDigits View. The Split Sonar View will continue to display returns fromboth beams in their respective windows. The RTS Window in theSonar View will display the returns from the 200 kHz narrow beam.

When set to 83 kHz, the returns from the 83 kHz wide beam will bedisplayed in the Sonar View, the Sonar Zoom View, and the Big DigitsView. The Split Sonar View will continue to display returns from bothbeams in their respective windows. The RTS Window will display thereturns from the 83 kHz wide beam.

Sonar Menu Tab

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The Down Imaging models (561 DI, 570DI, 571 HD DI) allow you to choose 200 kHzor 455 kHz for conical sonar coverage in thetraditional sonar views.

When set to 200 kHz, only the returnsfrom the 200 kHz (25) beam will bedisplayed in the Down ImagingViews.

When set to 455 kHz, only the returnsfrom the 455 kHz (16) narrow beamwill be displayed in the DownImaging Views.

75 Degree Total Coverage

16

25455kHz

200kHz

75455kHz45 800kHz

Sonar Menu Tab

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Imaging Frequency(Down Imaging Views only [561 DI, 570 DI, & 571 HD DI])

Settings: 800 kHz or 455 kHz; Default = 455 kHz

Imaging Frequency allows you to select which frequency to apply to the DownImaging beams (455 kHz or 800 kHz). For the best overall image quality anddepth, select 455 kHz. For the sharpest image (but limited depth capability),select 800 kHz.

75 Degree Total Coverage

16

25455kHz

200kHz

75455kHz45 800kHz

Sonar Menu Tab

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Surface ClutterSettings: Low = 1 to High = 10; Default = 5

Surface Clutter adjusts the filter that removes surface clutter noise caused byalgae and aeration. The lower the setting, the less surface clutter will bedisplayed.

SwitchFireSettings: Max Mode, Clear Mode; Default = Clear Mode

SwitchFire controls how the sonar returns are displayed in the Sonar Views.

Choose Max Mode to see only raw sonar returns on the display. When MaxMode is selected, you will see the maximum sonar information available withinthe transducer beam, so more fish arches and better jig tracking are shown.

Choose Clear Mode to see less clutter and more fish size accuracy on thedisplay. When Clear Mode is selected, the clutter is filtered, and sonar returnsare interpreted to provide more details about the objects within the transducerbeam, regardless of their location. In other words, a large arch on the displaymeans a large fish has been detected.

SurfaceClutter

Surface Clutter

Sonar Menu Tab

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Fish ID+Settings: Off, On; Default = On

Fish ID+ uses advanced signal processing to interpret sonar returns and willdisplay a Fish Symbol when very selective requirements are met. When a fish isdetected, a fish icon and its depth are displayed above the return that has beenclassified as being a fish. Three different fish size icons represent the intensity ofthe sonar return and provide an indicator of relative fish size.

In Single Beam models (550, 560), targets detected in the 200 kHzbeam are represented as shaded fish symbols.

In DualBeam PLUS models (561, 570), targets detected in the200 kHz narrow beam are represented as shaded fish symbols, andtargets detected in the 83 kHz wide beam are represented as hollow fishsymbols.

In Down Imaging models (561 DI, 570 DI, 571 HD DI), targetsdetected in the 455 kHz conical beam are represented as hollow fishsymbols, and targets detected in the 200 kHz conical beam arerepresented as shaded fish symbols.

When Fish ID+ is turned off, the Fishfinder shows only the raw sonarreturns on the display. These returns will often result in arches forming on thedisplay, indicating potential targets. Due to the transducer beam angle, thedistance to a fish decreases as the fish moves into the beam, and thenincreases as it moves out again, creating a Fish Arch when this distance changeis shown on the display. Boat speed, chart speed, and the position of the fishwithin the sonar beam greatly affect the shape of the arch.

Narrow BeamShaded Fish Symbols

Wide BeamHollow Fish Symbols

Sonar Menu Tab

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Fish ID SensitivitySettings: Low = 1, High = 10; Default = 5

Fish ID Sensitivity adjusts the threshold of the Fish ID+ detection algorithms.Selecting a higher setting allows weaker returns to be displayed as fish. This isuseful for identifying smaller fish species or baitfish. Selecting a lower settingdisplays fewer fish from weak sonar returns. This is helpful when seeking largerspecies of fish.

Fish ID Sensitivity is used in conjunction with Fish ID+. Fish ID+ must be Onfor Fish ID Sensitivity to affect the ability of the Fishfinder to identify sonar returnsas fish.

Real Time Sonar (RTS) WindowSettings: Wide, Narrow, Off; Default = Narrow

RTS Window sets the RTS Window to either Wide or Narrow, or turns it offin the Sonar View. The RTS Window always updates at the fastest rate possibleand only displays returns that are within the transducer beam. SeeWhats on theSonar Display for more information.

NOTE: The Wide RTS Window does not use grayscale.

RTS Window (Narrow) RTS Window (Off)RTS Window (Wide)

Transducer Cone and Fish Arches

Sonar Menu Tab

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Zoom WidthSettings: Narrow, Medium, Wide; Default = Wide

Zoom Width adjusts the width of the zoomed view on the Sonar Zoom View,which is on the left side of the display. See Views: Sonar Zoom View for moreinformation.

83 kHz Sensitivity(Advanced, DualBeam PLUS Sonar only [561, 570])

Settings: -10 to +10; Default = 0

83 kHz Sensitivity changes the sensitivity of the 83 kHz beam. Increasing the83 kHz Sensitivity will display additional weak returns, and decreasing the83 kHz Sensitivity will display fewer weak returns.

NOTE: 83 kHz Sensitivity is particularly useful for adjusting the sensitivity of the 83 kHzsonar returns in the Split Sonar View. The 83 kHz sensitivity can be adjusted withoutaffecting the sensitivity of the 200 kHz returns shown in the 200 kHz sonar window.

455 kHz Sensitivity(Advanced, Down Imaging only [561 DI, 570 DI, and571 HD DI])

Settings: -10 to +10; Default = 0

455 kHz Sensitivity adjusts the sensitivity of the 455 kHz beam. Increase thesensitivity to display additional weak returns and decrease the sensitivity todisplay fewer weak returns.

Sonar Menu Tab

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Depth Lines(Advanced)Settings: Off, On; Default = On

Depth Lines divide the display into four equal sections which are separatedby three horizontal depth lines. The depth of each line is displayed along thedepth scale. You can turn Depth Lines On or Off.

Noise Filter(Advanced)Settings: Off, Low, Medium, High 1, High 2, High 3;Default = Low

Noise Filter adjusts the sonar Noise Filter to limit interference on the displayfrom sources such as your boat engine, turbulence, or other sonar devices.

The Off setting removes all filtering. Low, Medium, High 1, High 2, and High 3settings add progressive filtering of the sonar returns. High 1, High 2, and High3 are useful when there is excessive trolling motor noise, but in some deepwater situations, the High settings may actually hinder your units ability to findthe bottom.

Depth Lines

Depth Lines

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Max Depth(Advanced)Settings: Auto to 800 ft, Auto to 1200 ft (561 only), or Autoto 260 m (International models only); Default = Auto

Max Depth controls the maximum depth of operation. When Max Depth is setto Auto, the Fishfinder will acquire bottom readings as needed (within thecapacity of the unit). When Max Depth is set to match your fishing maximumdepth, your Fishfinder will not attempt to acquire sonar data below that depth,so more detail will be shown on the screen.

NOTE: If the bottom is deeper than the Max Depth setting, the digital depth readoutwill flash, indicating that the Fishfinder cannot locate the bottom.

Water Type(Advanced)Settings: Fresh, Salt (shallow), Salt (deep); Default = Fresh

Water Type configures your unit for operation in fresh or salt water. In saltwater, you can also choose the shallow or deep setting.

Water Type affects the accuracy of deep water depth readings. In salt water,what would be considered a large fish might be 2 to 10 times bigger than alarge fish in fresh water (depending on the type of fish you are seeking). Thesalt water setting allows for a greater range in fish size adjustment to accountfor this difference.

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Digital Depth Source(Advanced, Down Imaging models with optional-purchase transducers only [561 DI, 570 DI, & 571 HD DI])

Settings: Auto, 2D Element; Default = Auto

Digital Depth Source specifies the beam that will be used to provide the depthfor the digital depth readouts (see Views and SetupMenu Tab: Select Readoutsfor more information). It is important to set this menu option based on thetransducer that is connected to the control head, as follows:

If a Down Imaging transducer is connected to the control head,select Auto. Depending on the depth, Auto will automatically choosethe 2D conical beam or the Down Imaging beam to display depth inthe digital readout window. Auto is the default setting.

If an accessory transducer is connected to the control head, select 2DElement. For example, if you connect an ice transducer to your DownImaging unit, change the digital depth source to 2D Element in orderto display depth in the digital readout window. The 2D Element settingshould not be used with a Down Imaging transducer.

NOTE: Contact our Customer Resource Center to determine which accessorytransducers are compatible with your Humminbird Fishing System, or visit our Website at humminbird.com.

Imaging Palette(Down Imaging Views only [561 DI, 570 DI, and571 HD DI])

Settings: Dark, Light, Inverse; Default = Dark

Imaging Palette allows you to select which monochrome palette you would liketo use for the Down Imaging display.

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Setup Menu TabFrom any view, press the MENU key twice toaccess the tabbed Main Menu, then press theRIGHT Cursor key until the Setup tab is selected.

NOTE: Menu options will vary depending on whichaccessories are attached to the unit.

NOTE: Menu options can be expanded or simplified bysetting the User Mode to Advanced or Normal. SeeMainMenu: User Mode for details.

Setup Menu Tab

63Setup Menu Tab

Units - DepthSettings: Domestic Models: Feet, Fathoms; InternationalModels: Meters; Default = Feet/Meters

Units - Depth selects the units of measure for all depth-related readouts.

Units - Temp(International models only)Settings: Celsius, Fahrenheit; Default = Celsius

Units - Temp selects the units of measure for all temperature-related readouts.International models only.

Units - Distance(with Temp/Speed only)Settings: Domestic Models: Statute Miles, Nautical Miles,Default = Statute Miles; International Models:Meters/Kilometers, Meters/Nautical Miles, Feet/StatuteMiles, Feet/Nautical Miles, Default = Meters/Kilometers

Units - Distance selects the units of measure for all distance-related readouts,and will appear in the menu if a Temp/Speed Accessory is connected and thepaddlewheel has moved at least once.

Units - Speed(with Temp/Speed only)Settings: Domestic Models: mph, kts; InternationalModels: kph; Default = mph/kph

Units - Speed selects the units of measure for speed-related readouts, and willappear in the menu if a Temp/Speed Accessory is connected and thepaddlewheel has moved at least once.

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User ModeSettings: Normal, Advanced; Default = Normal

User Mode sets the menu system to Normal or Advanced. When set to Normal(default setting), the basic set of menu options are shown in the menu system.When set to Advanced, additional menu options are added to the menu system.See Main Menu: User Mode for details.

Language(International models only)Settings: Various, Default = English

Language selects the display language for menus. International models only.

Triplog Reset(with Temp/Speed only)Settings: Follow screen instructions to activate.

Triplog Reset resets the Triplog to zero, and will appear in the menu if aTemp/Speed Accessory is connected and the paddlewheel has moved at leastonce.

The Triplog provides the following information: timer for elapsed time, distancetraveled since last reset, and average speed.

NOTE: See Views to find out how to display Triplog information on the screen.

Restore DefaultsSettings: Follow screen instructions to activate.

Use this menu choice with caution!

Restore Defaults resets ALL menu settings to their factory defaults.

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Select Views(Advanced)Settings: Visible, Hidden; Default = Visible

Select Views allows you to set the availableviews to hidden or visible in the view rotation. Theview will be removed from the view rotation if itis set to Hidden and will be displayed in the viewrotation if it is set to Visible.

NOTE: See Views for more information.

Select Readouts(Advanced, Sonar View andDown Imaging View only)Settings: Various, Default = Off

Select Readouts sets the information to displayin each of the 6 fixed-position data windowsarranged around the left and bottom edges ofthe Sonar View and Down Imaging Viewscreen. To leave the data window blank, selectOff. See Views to change the Select Readouts.

Data windows can display readouts fromsupported accessories such as Temp/Speed.Each data window can be empty or contain oneof the following information categories:

Speed

Temperature

Triplog

Voltage

Select Readouts

The readoutposition onthe screenis shown inthe SelectReadoutsWindow.

550 Select Views Submenu

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Depth Offset(Advanced)

Settings: -10.0 to +10.0 ft or -3.0 to 3.0 m (Internationalmodels only); Default = 0.0 ft

Depth Offset will adjust the digital depth readout to indicate depth from thewaterline or boat's keel. Enter a positive vertical measurement from thetransducer to the waterline to read the depth from the waterline. Enter anegative vertical measurement from the transducer to keel to read the depthfrom the keel.

Temp. Offset(Advanced)

Settings: -10.0 to +10.0 degrees; Default = 0

Temp. Offset will adjust the temperature readout by the amount entered.

Default Sonar View Sonar View with Select Readouts

NOTE: The availability of the digital readout information corresponds with the viewselected and the accessory attached.

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Speed Calibration(Advanced, with Temp/Speed only)

Settings: -20% to +20%; Default = 0%

Speed Calibration will adjust the speed readout by the percentage entered,and will appear in the menu if a Temp/Speed Accessory is connected and thepaddlewheel has moved at least once.

Digits Format(Advanced)

Settings: Small tenths, Large tenths, No tenths; Default =Small tenths

Digits Format adds a tenth decimal place to the readouts such as Temperatureand Depth. Use the settings to change the display of the decimal place orremove it from the digital readouts. Examples of the different settings aredisplayed below. Also, see Select Readouts and Views.

DemonstrationSettings: Off, Visible; Default = Visible

Demonstration controls whether the Demonstration Mode is visible or off. TheDemonstration Mode appears on the screen if you dont press any keys duringthe warning screen at power up. Menu settings cannot be saved inDemonstration (see Power On and Start-Up Options Menu).

Sound ControlSettings: No Sounds, Alarms Only, All Sounds; Default =All Sounds

Sound Control allows you to set when the control head will beep or soundbecause of key presses and/or alarms.

Small tenths Large tenths No tenths

68 Maintenance

MaintenanceYour Humminbird fishfinder is designed to provide years of trouble freeoperation with very little maintenance. Use the following procedures to ensureyour Humminbird continues to deliver top performance.

Control Head MaintenanceIt is important to consider the following precautions when using yourHumminbird control head:

Chemicals, such as those found in bug spray and sunscreen, may causepermanent damage to the control head screen. Such damage is notcovered by the warranty.

NEVER leave the control head in a closed car or trunk. The hightemperatures generated in hot weather can damage the electronics.

Use the following information to keep the control head and screen clean.

Screen: To clean the control head screen, use a mild soap (such as anon-abrasive liquid hand soap) and warm water. Wipe the screen drywith a soft cloth. Be careful to avoid scratching the screen. If waterspots remain, use a solution of water and vinegar.

WARNING! Do not use a chemical glass cleaner on the screen. Chemicals in thesolution may cause cracking in the lens of the unit.

NOTE: Do not wipe the screen while dirt or grease is on the screen.

Control Head: If the control head comes into contact with salt spray,wipe the affected surfaces with a cloth dampened with fresh water.

Transducer MaintenanceUse the following information to maintain the transducer operation.

If your boat remains in the water for long periods of time, algae andother marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the transducer.Periodically clean the face of the transducer with liquid detergent.

NOTE: To clean the transducer, you may need to pivot the transducer up in the bracket.

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If your boat remains out of the water for a long period of time, it maytake some time to wet the transducer when it is returned to the water.Small air bubbles can climb to the surface of the transducer andinterfere with proper operation. These bubbles dissipate with time, oryou can wipe the face of the transducer with your fingers after thetransducer is in the water.

70 Troubleshooting

TroubleshootingBefore con