Standard Horizon Ff520 Tips of Operations FAQ, How can I set optimal operating parameters?

7. TIPS OF OPERATIONS FAQ

7.0How can I disconnect the cables from the FF520 in case I need to do so for the installation?

·Open the FF520 box by unscrewing the four screws (see Figure on Par. 2.4).

·Once the screws are removed, pull out the panel and the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). Unscrew the cables from the PCB.

·Wire the cables as needed.

·Reconnect the cables to the PCB (see Figure 5.1 for reference).

·Push the panel towards the case (be sure to have well positioned the rubber gasket). Close the FF520 box by screwing the four screws.

7.1How can I set optimal operating parameters?

Optimal operating parameters can be set accordingly with the intended use of the Fish Finder, to quickly get optimal operational parameters for fishing it is may be best to select the FISH preset from the Fish Finder Setup menu, while for cruising it is may be best to select the CRUISE preset.

7.2What are preset modes?

Preset modes are pre-defined settings of the Fish Finder operating parameters. You can use them to quickly set the Fish Finder in the most commonly used operating modes. These are:

·CRUISE: sets Fish Finder in full auto mode with the sensitivity settings (GAIN OFFSET, NOISE level and STC) optimized for displaying the bottom while underway.

7.3How can I restore the Fish Finder default operating parameters?

While the Fish Finder page is shown, press [MENU] and move the ShuttlePoint knob to Transducer Setup and press [ENT]. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to Set Defaults and press [ENT]. Press [CONFIRM] on the CP300/CP300i, CPV350, CP500 and CPV550, or on the CP180/CP180i press [ENT]. Note that this operation set all default settings, not only the working defaults.

7.4Can I always leave the Fish Finder in Full Auto/(Auto Gain and Auto Range) mode?

Yes, but note that the full auto mode suits the 90% of the cases, however in extreme situations the auto modes mail fail and thus it is necessary to switch to the Manual mode.

7.5What are extreme situations in which auto modes may fail?

When the bottom is very deep, at high boat speed, when the bottom is very shallow (< 5Ft), when the water is full of materials in suspension, with bad sea conditions.

7.6What should I do if the auto modes fail?

Failure of auto modes can happen for various reasons. Hereafter you can find a range of possibilities.