Garmin 160 BLUE Fish Finder User Manual
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1. Fishfinder 160 Blue owner s manual O 2001 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International Inc 1200 East 151st Street Olathe Kansas 66062 U S A Tel 913 397 8200 or 800 800 1020 Fax 913 397 8282 GARMIN Europe Ltd Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate Romsey SO51 9AQ U K Tel 44 1794 519944 Fax 44 1794 519222 GARMIN Corporation No 68 Jangshu 2nd Road Shijr Taipei County Taiwan Tel 886 2 2642 9199 Fax 886 2 2642 9099 All rights reserved Except as expressly provided herein no part of this manual may be reproduced copied transmitted disseminated downloaded or stored in any storage medium for any purpose without prior written consent of GARMIN Corporation GARMIN Corporation hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed for personal use provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual contains the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual is strictly prohibited Information in this manual is subject to change without notice GARMIN Corporation reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes Visit the GARMIN web site www garmin com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of t2. continued Installing the Transducer 1 Lightly sand the surface of the hull and face of the transducer with 400 grit wet or dry sandpaper 2 Build a dam using strip caulk about 1 4 tall Pour about 1 8 of 2 part slow cure epoxy in the dam Place the transducer in the epoxy turning the transducer to work out any air bubbles 3 Weight the transducer in place and allow to cure for 24 hours Speed Sensor Installation The speed sensor should be mounted as near the center of the boat as possible Like the transducer for the speed sensor to operate properly it should be located in non turbulent water Follow the directions in the speed sensor installation instructions to assemble the speed sensor with the mounting bracket drill holes in the transom mount the assembly and route the cable Drill a 3 4 hole well above the water line Coat the inside of the hole with Marine Sealant Position Cable Clamps about one third of the distance from the hole to the transducer Drill 1 8 pilot holes 3 8 deep for the mounting screws Coat the screws with Marine Sealant before installing them Wiring Harness Installation The Fishfinder 160 Blue comes with a wiring harness that connects the unit to power and the transducer with one easy to remove connection Make sure the wiring harness will reach the unit before beginning installation If it is necessary to extend the power data wires use a wire of compa
3. Alarm Selections 23 BT IU Li mIOGOR 7177 48 Shallow Water The Shallow Water Alarm can be set to sound a warning at a depth Unit Operation determined by the user The alarm must be activated before the unit will sound a warning Setup Menu Alarms Tab To activate deactivate the Shallow Water Alarm J 1 Highlight the Alarms tab on the Setup Menu Rangs Zoom Borne Gain Chart Fish Alarm 2 Highlight the Shallow Water checkbox Tools Dff Humbrs Shallow Water Alarms w 120 05 System beep Water Colibrt 100 0 Units Battery Voltage 3 Pressing ENTER will insert or remove a check mark in the checkbox 18 To set the Shallow Water Alarm depth 1 Highlight the Shallow Water depth field and press ENTER 2 Use the Arrow Keys to input the desired depth then press ENTER to accept the setting Memory Deep Water Shallow Water Alarm The Deep Water Alarm can be set to sound a warning at a depth determined by the user The alarm must be activated before the unit will Auto Range Zoom Gain O Chart Fish Alarm sound a warning Tools Dff 1a brasa To activate deactivate the Deep Water Alarm Alarms 20 0 m 1 Highlight the Alarm tab on the Setup Menu Sustem Deep Water calibre E00 0 Units Battery Voltage Fy Memory 11 2 PR 2 Highlight the Deep Water checkbox 3 Pressing ENTER will insert or remove a check mark in the che
4. Alarms 2d y Sustem ETS ure Calibrt Show Units Hide 35 Memory ETT Depth Humber Auto Ranga 200m Hermal Gan Chart Humber Size Tools Normal Humbrs Botteru voltage Alarms Show System Temperature Calibrt Auto 1 Units Memory Auto x From Chart 7 e a Depth Number Selections 22 Speed The Fishfinder 160 Blue can display the boats Speed Over Water when equipped with a speed sensor When set to Auto the unit will automatically sense when a capable sensor is connected and display the boat s speed To set the Speed display field 1 Highlight the Numbrs tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Speed selection field and press ENTER 3 Choose Auto Show or Hide then press ENTER to accept the selection Depth Number The Depth Number setting refers to how the unit finds the digital depth number that is displayed in the upper left corner of the screen When set to Auto the unit will show the most accurate digital depth possible However this may cause the chart to update slower as the unit calculates the Auto depth When set to From Chart default the unit finds the digital depth from the same image you see on the chart The From Chart setting allows the chart to update faster than when the unit is set to Auto and is recommended when using the unit in deep water O NOTE In From Chart mode th
5. learn the operation of the unit without having to be on the water Simulator Mode If the Fishfinder 160 Blue is turned on without a transducer connected AN 0 the unit will start in simulator mode Also the unit can be switched into a simulator mode by selecting one of the simulated transducer options from M at GARMIN the Simulator Selection field as described below The unit will indicate that n a it is running in simulator mode by displaying a message across the bottom So of the screen The message will be replaced by the S simulator mode icon a in the lower left corner of the screen Blue d The unit can be configured to act as if a variety of transducers are S Simulator On installed while in the simulator mode Simulator Message and Icon To Select a Simulated Transducer a ene et 0 1 Press the SETUP button on the face of the unit AA EPA A Tools Off B 2 Using the Arrow keys highlight the Tools tab then the Simulator Humbrs Flasher selection field Alorms Off A System Simulator 3 Press ENTER Choose the desired transducer from the list Colibrt A 4 Press ENTER to accept the transducer selection Units Memory To exit the Simulator select Off from the list or transducer selections or turn the unit off 35 EEE RAE ACON 7 7748 Physical Case Fully gasketed high impact plastic alloy Appendix A Display 3 3 x 3 3 8 3 x 8 3 cm 4 6 d
6. rable size and keep your extension as short as possible If the transducer lead is too short DO NOT cut the transducer lead to lengthen the cable This will void the warranty Transducer extension cables are available in 10 or 20 lengths from your GARMIN dealer Wiring to a Fuse Block If your boat has an electrical system it may be possible to wire the unit directly to an unused holder on your current fuse block If you are using the boats fuse block remove the in line fuse holder supplied with the unit Installing the Wiring Harness 1 Determine the polarity of the fuse holder using a Test Light or Volt Meter 2 Install the Red wire on the Positive Fuse Holder Terminal 3 Install the Black wire on the Negative Fuse Holder Terminal 4 Install a 2 amp fuse in the Fuse Holder TID TIP During a typical installation only the Red and Black wires are used The Blue wire supplies NMEA data and doesn t have to be connected for normal operation of the unit The Yellow alarm wire is not used because the Fishfinder 160 Blue does not support external alarms Continued on page 6 BIBI ABRO 1 Tl Installation Installing the Wiring Harness 10 18 Volt Boat Supply O Ae m Ml Install 2 Amp Fuse E A N E hs D iit O i Boat Ground Red Wire Black Wire Fishfinder 160 Blue BEI EU ABACO R d1 Installation I
7. select the desired symbol and press ENTER A NOTE When the frequency is set to Dual the appearance of the fish symbols will change Fish returns from the center of the beam will be black but the fish returns from the edges of the beam will be clear Whiteline Whiteline controls how the unit displays information about the bottom type hard or soft With the Whiteline OFF the bottom return will display as black and contain no information on bottom hardness With Whiteline ON the bottom return will become gray scaled The degree of gray scale can be used to determine bottom hardness See page 33 for more details on this feature To change the Whiteline Setting 1 Highlight the Chart tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Whiteline selection field and press ENTER 3 Choose On or Off and press ENTER to accept the selection Scroll Speed You can adjust the speed that the chart scrolls from right to left by using the Scroll Speed selection field If you are sitting still or the chart is moving too fast slowing the scroll rate can be beneficial To adjust the Scroll Speed 1 Highlight the Chart tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Scroll Speed selection field and press ENTER 3 Choose Fast Medium Slow or Pause then press ENTER to accept the selection Fishfinder Blue Unit Operation Setup Menu Chart Tab Ranas Zoom deena Gai
8. to secure the unit to the bracket TIP The Surface Mount Bracket is designed to be secured using a flat head screw If you use a screw with a countersunk head you risk damaging the Surface Mount Bracket Surface Mount Bracket w MLL mIOGOR 2 17 Installation Installing the Display p 2 TID TIP Be careful not to install screws that are too long The mounting holes in the unit are approximately 1 4 deep Installing screws that are too long will damage the unit and void the warranty Display Installation Flush Mount The Fishfinder 160 Blue can be mounted flush against a dash or electronics rack that is no more than 1 4 thick Flush Mounting the Display 1 Remove the Mounting Bracket from the back of the unit by removing its four screws 2 Using the Mounting Bracket as a template mark the location of the four mounting holes and the center relief hole 3 Drill the mounting holes using a 6mm or 15 64 drill 4 Using a 1 7 8 hole saw cut the center relief 5 Secure the unit to the mounting surface using four M5 screws If you are flush mounting the unit on a sheet metal surface use the mounting bracket on the back to help reinforce the metal You may also purchase the optional Flush Mounting Kit and follow the flush mounting instructions included with the kit Mounting Bracket E y ues CADA tA SAT Cl My VA A bbe if A Testing the Installation While it is possible to
9. too deep can adversely affect the boat s performance and increase the risk that they may strike underwater objects wei mIOGOR 2 17 Installation Testing the Installation S Simulator On Simulator Message and Icon If the Fishfinder 160 Blue is in Simulator Mode the message Simulator On will be displayed along the bottom of the screen The message will be replaced by the S icon indicat ing that the unit is running in simulator mode BET IBV LIB AOCOR i l i E Arrow Keys Unit Operation The ARROW keys are used to select items on the Adjustment Bar and Setup Menu and to change field data Keypad Functions Enter Key The ENTER key is used to activate deactivate the Adjustment Bar and Setup Menu data fields for review or change Setup Key The SETUP key is used to activate deactivate the Setup Menu Power and Backlight Key The POWER key is used to turn the unit on off and to activate the display backlight Press and hold to turn the unit on or off Pressing the POWER key briefly will activate the backlight or change the backlight setting There are three backlight settings Off Medium and High At the top left of the display you will find the Adjustment Bar and FisHhiinmder 127 117 Blue a variety of user selectable information including Depth Battery Voltage Water Temperature and Speed Over Water To provide data on Speed Over Unit Operation Water the Fishfinder 160 Blue requires an add
10. UR BACON 7 OFTA Gain The Gain Adjustment allows the user to control the sensitivity of the Unit Operation units receiver This provides some flexibility in what is seen on the display To see more detail increase the receiver sensitivity by selecting a higher gain If there is too much detail or if the screen is cluttered lowering the The Adjustment Bar sensitivity may increase the clarity of the display To change the Gain 1 Highlight Gain on the Adjustment Bar 2 Using the UP or DOWN Arrows move the pointer to the desired setting Range Zoom 5 Gain F g Range Zoom 5 Gan O Range Zoom a Hormal Gain 28 9 31 2 12 6 i 12 6 60 8 15 IE 40 Minimum Gain Normal Gain Maximum Gain SETUP MENU DBZ IU ABACO 2 1 The Setup Menu contains the unit settings that should not require frequent change The Setup Menu is divided into eight tabs Chart Tools Unit Ope ration Numbers Alarms System Calibrations Units and Memory Each tab will be described in more detail in this section Setup Menu Chart Tab To enter and exit the Setup Menu press the SETUP button on the face of the unit The first time that the SETUP button is pressed the Setup Menu will be displayed with the Chart tab highlighted in black Pressing the UP or DOWN arrow will move the highlight between the tab selections Press the RIGHT arrow to access the selection fiel
11. ate the Software Version Window i 1 Highlight the Memory tab on the Setup Menu wee 2 Highlight the Software Version button and press ENTER Software Version Information 3 Press ENTER to close the information window 29 Fishfinder 1 11 Blue On the Water Unit Operation and the Chart This fish is currently in a Dead Zone and is not detected by the sonar The fish is in the coverage area of the transducer but remember the first strong return sets the bottom level The fish will never be detected since the bottom level will never be set below the fish The fish on the right side of the display shown in light grey will be detected and displayed when the transducer cone passes over the fish 30 Understanding Sonar If you are unfamiliar with sonar or need help determining what is displayed on the chart then this section may be for you This section is intended to help the novice user gain some understanding of how the Fishfinder 160 Blue operates and how it can help improve their fishing productivity To understand what the unit is displaying it is important to have a general knowledge of how the unit works and how it determines what to display Briefly described the unit operates by transmitting sound waves toward the bottom of a lake stream or seabed in a cone shaped pattern When a transmitted sound wave strikes an underwater object such as the bottom a piece of structure or a fish sound is re
12. cer with depth temp Apply marine sealant to all Mount the transducer cable cover screw threads to prevent water well above the waterline from seeping into the transom Transducer should extend 1 8 below fiberglass hull or 3 8 below aluminum hull e Make sure that the transducer is below water level when the boat is on plane at high speed A Do not mount transducer directly in the path of the prop The transducer can cause i cavitation that may degrade the boat s performance and damage the prop In Hull Installation Fishfinder Blue To avoid drilling a hole to mount a thru hull transducer a transom mount transducer may be used with epoxy inside a boat also called shoot Installation thru hull installation For a transducer to be mounted inside the hull shoot thru not thru hull the boat must be fiberglass no core contact your boat manufacturer if you are unsure Test by placing a small amount Mounting the Transducer of water inside the hull placing the transducer on top of the water then verifying the accuracy of the locators versus the current water depth If Y they are the same use epoxy non silicone based to affix the transducer TIP to the inside of the hull If using a temperature sensing transducer the temperature displayed will reflect the hull temperature Many modern hulls have a pre locat
13. ckbox 35 To set the Deep Water Alarm depth 1 Highlight the Deep Water depth field and press ENTER Deep Water Alarm 2 Use the Arrow Keys to input the desired depth then press ENTER to accept the setting 24 Battery Voltage When activated the Battery Voltage Alarm will warn you when the battery voltage reaches a user determined state of discharge To activate deactivate the Battery Voltage Alarm 1 Highlight the Alarm tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Battery Voltage checkbox 3 Pressing ENTER will insert or remove a check mark in the checkbox To set the Battery Voltage Alarm 1 Highlight the Battery Voltage field and press ENTER 2 Use the Arrow Keys to input the desired voltage then press ENTER to accept the setting System Tab The System tab contains the Contrast Beeper NMEA Output and Language setups To access the System tab use the arrow keys to highlight it Contrast The display Contrast may need to be adjusted to compensate for light levels or viewing angles To adjust the Contrast 1 Highlight the System tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Contrast Adjustment field and press ENTER 3 Using the Right Left ARROW keys move the slider Right to darken the screen or Left to lighten the screen When finished press ENTER to accept the setting w MLL mIOGOR 1 Tl Unit Operation Setup Men
14. de the Battery Voltage display field 1 Highlight the Numbrs tab on the Setup Menu Setup Menu Numbers Tab 2 Highlight the Battery Voltage selection field and press ENTER Range Zoom Hermal Gain 0 Chart Humber Size Tools Hormal Humbrs Battery Yoltoge 3 Choose Show or Hide and press ENTER to accept the selection Temperature The Fishfinder 160 Blue can display the water temperature when aa ces equipped with a temperature sensing transducer The unit has the ability y Calibrt Hide to automatically sense when a temperature capable transducer is connected ars Memory Auto The temperature field can be shown or hidden regardless of the transducer a installed Alarm Tay E So Battery Voltage Selections To set the Temperature display field 1 Highlight the Numbrs tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Temperature selection field and press ENTER Range Zoom Hermal Gain 0 Chart Humber Size 3 Choose Auto Show or Hide then press ENTER to accept the Tools Normal selection Humbrs Battery Voltage Alarms Show Sustem Temperature Colibri Units Memory Show l Hide ber Oe oP u Ml ni ee a rE eee El Temperature Display Selections 21 wwe AABPCOR 1 1A Unit Operation Setup Menu Numbers Tab Ranga ajom Hormal Gain Chart Humber Size Tools Hormal Humbrs Botteru voltage E N
15. deactivate the NMEA Output 1 Highlight the System tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the NMEA Output field and press ENTER 3 Choose Off or On then press ENTER to accept the setting Language The Fishfinder 160 Blue can display chart information in several differ ent languages To select a Language 1 Highlight the System tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Language field and press ENTER 3 Use the Arrow Keys to select the desired language from the list and press ENTER to accept the setting Calibrations Tab The Calibrt tab contains the Keel Offset and Water Type setups and a Calibrate Speed function for use when a speed sensor is installed Keel Offset The Keel Offset field allows the user to offset the depth reading for a keel or for the draw on a larger vessel This setting should not need to be changed on smaller recreational boats To set a Keel Offset 1 Highlight the Calibrt tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Keel Offset field and press ENTER 3 Use the Arrow Keys enter a new offset then press ENTER to accept Water Type Since sound waves travel through fresh and salt water at different rates it is necessary to select the Water Type to ensure accurate depth readings To change the Water Type 1 Highlight the Calibrt tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Water Type selection field and press ENTER 3 C
16. ds Each time the Setup ES 0 A a A requencu Menu is accessed the unit will return to the last edited selection field Press zaa l ee Le bes the LEFT arrow key to get back to the tabs Humbrs f 2QDkHz Alarms j Chart Tab Sustem pa Calibrt The Chart tab allows the user to determine the appearance of the es scrolling chart display To access the Chart tab place the highlight over Memory Fast it using the arrow keys Scale Frequency AR MESA Ri The Frequency setting allows you to choose a transducer frequency Frequency Settings Frequency refers to the pitch of the sound that the transducer sends and receives You may choose 200kHz default SOkHz or Dual frequency Continued on page 16 15 Fishfinder 1 11 Blue Unit Operation Setup Menu Chart Tab Range Zoom Hormal Gain 0 Chart Tools Humbrs Frequenci Dual Fish Sumbols Alarms System Calibrt 1 Units Memory Fish Symbols Off Arches wil be displayed representing suspended targets All available backgroud information will be displayed a Suspended targets displayed as symbols In this mode background information will still be displayed making fish identification easier ae Same as above with target depth displayed a Suspended targets displayed as symbols No background information will be displayed in this mode di g Same as abo
17. e Fishfinder 160 Blue may not be able to get the digital Depth Number if the bottom is not visible on the chart Adjust the Depth Range on the Adjustment Bar until the bottom is visible or change the setting to Auto to get the digital Depth Number To change the Depth Number Setting Fish tinder 27 717 Blue 1 Highlight the Numbrs tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Depth Number selection field and press ENTER 3 Choose Auto or From Chart then press ENTER to accept the AO Setup Menu Alarms Tab Unit Operation Alarms Tab The Alarms tab allows you to activate and configure the four alarms available in the Fishfinder 160 Blue To access the Alarms tab place the highlight over it using the arrow keys See page 37 for alarm icons and o la 0 messages Chart Fish Alarm Tos iii a Fish Alarm Humbrs TT mo The Fish Alarm can be configured to sound by fish size There are a pr j T four different alarm selections Off Small Medium and Large Medium Calibrt F and Large or Large The Fish Alarm will sound with or without the Fish Units E uuc i Symbols activated on the Chart Tab of the Setup Menu Memory 11 2 hA To set a Fish Alarm ees rn cia 1 Highlight the Alarms tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Fish Alarm selection field and press ENTER 3 Choose the desired setting then press ENTER to accept the selection Fish
18. e Hanes s lms tall aio eseese a 5 6 Z ATE sr 13 40 E GARMIN O 2001 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International Inc 1200 East 151st Street Olathe Kansas 66062 U S A GARMIN Europe Ltd Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate Romsey SO51 9AQ U K GARMIN Corporation No 68 Jangshu 2 Road Shijr Taipei County Taiwan www garmin com Part Number 190 00199 00 Rev B
19. ed pocket for In hull transducer installation If you are unsure i if your hull is equipped with a prelocated pocket Selecting a Location contact your hull manufacturer The location has to be solid fiberglass devoid of any air bubbles laminates fillers or dead air space The location needs to be in an area of clean water at all speeds Do not place the transducer over any strakes or behind any obstruction on the hull that would create Weight turbulence 9 transducer to hold it in place PVC Pipe or a Can Testing the Location Place the transducer in the water pointed directly at the bottom and set the unit for optimum performance Place the transducer in the test device as show on the side bar If the sonar performance is significantly degraded another location will need to be tested Strip Caulk or RTV Sealer Fill Pipe or Can with water or a light mineral oil Hull Surface Testing the Location Continued on page 4 3 w MLL mIOGOR 2 17 Installation Mounting the Transducer Speed Sensor Apply twisting motion cal tr ee inplace om cure to eliminate any or al least 24 NOUIS 2 part epoxy trapped air bubbles Strip Caulk or RTV Sealer Installing the Transducer Adjust the speed sensor so it is parallel with the bottom of the boat If the speed sensor is not adjusted properly the sonar may experience inaccurate or degraded speed readings 4 In Hull Installation
20. etermining the bottom type easier and more reliable Example 3 shows the bottom return with and without the Whiteline activated Soft Bottom Whiteline Turned Off Whiteline Whiteline Activated Example 3 w MLL mIOGOR 1 Tl On the Water Understanding the Chart y Ti TIPA Whiteline can also help you to determine the type of bottom structure that is displayed on the chart By determining the hardness of the structure you can make a better informed decision as to the type of structure dif Ang zoom Gain dif Ang zoom Gain 29 9 Structure is hard probably a Structure is soft probably a rock or stump mud pile 33 BEI ABACO 7177 48 Thermoclines A rough definition of a thermocline is a break in water where the On the Water water temperature changes at a faster rate than the water above it The thermocline is usually displayed as a gray level as shown below Understanding the Chart One of the unique features offered by GARMIN is See Thru technology A benefit of See Thru technology is that it allows the Fishfinder 160 Blue to see fish inside thermoclines PUTA Thermocline 34 Simulator Mode BIBI mIGOR 2 1 The Fishfinder 160 Blue comes with a built in simulator While in simulator mode the unit will display a random bottom scene and the On the Water Fishfinder 160 Blue can be controlled just as if it were on the water Using simulator mode allows the user to practice and
21. fied depth range To select a Depth Range 1 Highlight Range on the Adjustment Bar 2 Using the UP or DOWN Arrow place the pointer at the desired depth range To set the unit to automatically track the bottom 1 Highlight Range on the Adjustment Bar 2 Using the UP or DOWN Arrow select Auto at the top of the adjustment list Zoom BITACORA The Zoom Adjustment is used to quickly select a display zoom scale Unit Operation To change the Zoom Scale 1 Highlight Zoom on the Adjustment Bar 2 Using the UP or DOWN Arrow select the desired display zoom level The Adjustment Bar When a scale other than No Zoom is selected the Adjustment Bar will display a new selection labeled View ES a paai m 4 View 12 6 j The View Adjustment is available only when a Zoom Scale other than No Zoom is selected This setting allows you to select a specific area to view on the display or allows the unit to automatically select a viewing area based on the bottom To change the View 1 Highlight View on the Adjustment Bar 2 Press the UP or DOWN Arrows to change the setting Zoom Adjustment To have the unit automatically set a View TEO aute ie o 1 Highlight View on the Adjustment Bar 126 Oy de 2 Using the UP or DOWN Arrow move the slider to the top or bottom of 15 the range then release and press the Arrow again View Adjustment BZ
22. flected back to the transducer The transducer collects the reflected sound waves and sends the data to the unit to be processed and displayed on the chart Underwater data is displayed on the chart in the order that the reflected sound waves are received The diagram in the sidebar demonstrates this showing an underwater scene as it would be displayed on the chart Generally speaking if the only thing between the transducer and a flat bottom is water the first strong return will come from the bottom directly below the transducer this return will set the bottom level Weaker secondary returns provide the detailed data Stronger returns will display in darker colors with black being the strongest return In Examples 1 and 2 page 32 you can see that the branches and the fish were the strongest secondary returns and are indicated in black on the display That is a brief description of how your Fishfinder operates Let s take a look at how this data can help you to improve your fishing Transducer Coverage The area covered by the transmitted sound waves is determined by the cone angle of the transducer and the water depth The 50kHz frequency provides a 40 cone angle with a coverage width that is approximately 2 3 of the water depth As shown in the sidebar the 40 cone angle 50kHz frequency approximately covers the area of a 20 foot diameter circle at a 30 foot depth The 200kHz frequency provides a 10 cone angle with a coverage wid
23. gurations Depth Only Temp Speed or Temp and Speed These choices allow the user to view more accurate depictions of actual unit operation For details on using the simulator see page 35 Noise Reject The Noise Reject tool helps filter unwanted noise from the chart The Noise Reject tool can be turned Off set for Auto automatic adjustment or set for Manual adjustment wi Y fA Remember when setting the Noise Reject tool the higher the noise rejection setting the more likely the unit is to not show fish or structure OO Unit Operation Setup Menu Tools Tab Ranas Zoom Guin A Depth Lins Y 0 35 8 m ay 12 6 608 15 Range Zoom deena Gain 49 4 ze m n 60 8 15 Fishfinder Blue BETIS ABACO 1 Unit Operation Setup Menu Tools Numbers Tabs Range Zoom Normal Gain Y Wa Chart Depth Line Tools Off Numbrs Flasher Alarms System Simulator Calibrt lunits Temp amp Spd Memory Noise Reject Manual Alas 14 q Noise Reject Manual Adjustment Slider Range 200m Horma aain Range Zoom Hermal Gain e 0 f 4 m Pr t a 12 6 1o a j 60 87 15 A Normal Numbers Large Numbers 20 Noise Reject continued To change the Noise Reject Setting 1 Highlight the Tools tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Noise Reject selection field a
24. his and other GARMIN products GARMIN DCG and See Thru are registered trademarks and Fishfinder 160 Blue is a trademark of GARMIN Corporation and may not be used without the express permission of GARMIN Corporation December 2001 Part Number 190 00199 00 Rev B Printed in Taiwan Thank you for choosing the GARMIN Fishfinder 160 Blue This product is designed for easy operation and to provide years of reliable Service Please take the time to read this Owners Manual and learn the opera tion of your new unit This will help ensure that you get the most from the Fishfinder 160 Blue If you encounter a problem or just have a question contact our Product Support Department at 913 397 8200 or 800 800 1020 Monday Friday 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Central Time Enjoy your new Fishfinder 160 Blue and once again thank you for choosing GARMIN Fishtinder 1 17 Blue Introduction Customer Service Product Registration Help us better support you by completing our on line registration today Have the serial number of your Fishfinder 160 Blue handy and connect to our web site www garmin com Look for the Product Registration link on the Home page Why should you register your Fishfinder 160 Blue e Notification of product updates e Notification of new products e Lost or stolen unit tracking GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for one year from the date of purcha
25. hoose Fresh or Salt then press ENTER to accept the selection Calibrate Speed The Calibrate Speed field will be enabled when a speed sensor is installed or when you are in simulator mode This allows you to calibrate the Fishfinder speed to your boats speedometer or to your GPS speed To calibrate the Speed 1 Highlight the Calibrt tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Calibrate Speed button and press ENTER 3 Run your boat noting your top speed Stop the boat and press ENTER 4 With the speed field highlighted press ENTER and input your top speed Highlight OK and press ENTER to finish the calibration w MLL mIOGOR 1 Tl Unit Operation Setup Menu Calibrations Tab Transducer at Surface Enter positive number to show depth from bottom of keel Transducer at Bottom of Keel Enter negative number to show depth from surface 27 Fishfinder 111 Blue Unit Operation Setup Menu Units Tab Auto Range Zoom Gain oO Chart bepth Toos ZAE Humbrs 7 Feet Alarms Heters sustem Fathoms 2 Colibrt Units Hemoru vty sot Ne a Gute Rang coon Gain Chart Depth Tools Feet Humbrs Temperature alarm A Fahrenheit Celsius h Units Calibrt Hemoru Depth Selections Temperature System Speed 28 Colibrt TT Unit 02 Hilesfhr Memoru Ki
26. i M Memon Tesen E ES 29 TSA O o o Ue E OO anced ohauneanbatiawae nla er Mor thie Dial 1 8 Moune The Spear td lo 4 Mounte oie WATS OCE E errie 2 4 N Ilse 1b 0 RC AE E E AE ETA TN 26 NOISE Ne si dolido 19 N O LIO oa eal reas 20 Nam Der ted snd cents atyelyh tected a e 20 23 0 OPE aio od tere tt ee 30 P AGHA A ana emcee iii FOE e O 10 PUCER a roca i R Ae FCS HOTA e E E 12 Ree DE SCL UIUC ete candace 29 RESTO LAO A O ES 29 Fishitinder 1 11 Blue Appendix C Index S EE CEI O O 18 e teh hc eh atta ees cesar de E olan 17 DCU PCY sada E E E teen ceecsca tales 10 SOP Mai ia 15 29 Shallow Waer AA a had ahaa i SAAS adalat ae tal Aa lid 24 A 19 35 S10 B21 Cola a ory Te nero ene l 29 De CAO a rcasesat rect E E aromas 36 a ido hast py JA 22 Speed Sensor O at rain a Ped IN tit ia 28 sueco Motta ia a 7 SV ee Lalas te soley ced eats A E 25 26 T OO cruel nice iv v Tea stom BESO ly gama eaten re re er ere en eee ee 21 Tempera U rO 28 Tesi la e a tastes 9 a O vi 34 BEI BUS LLAOA 0 Appendix C Index T TOONS esra E eseaneineneeeri 18 20 STAT SG CCR ieee nae te nara ieee hs Ce etn eta et en eee 1 31 Transom Mount INS ta OM a 2 U Understanding SOME A E 30 aders ii AAA e a 32 34 A A AAE A E 28 V WAC Wi CUS A PP ae Maret E E E EE 13 W anda ii a oo E ene ren erent oe Stee Peer eee vi 28 valer TEMIPOr AUT en rose cnica ala vi 21 28 Wal Parade caij pss 20 O term Une re on eae en 17 33 Winn
27. iagonal 11 7 cm 160 H x 160 W pixels FSTN LCD with incandescent backlighting Size 4 93 H x 6 3 W x 3 0 D 12 5 x 16 x 7 6 cm Weight 22 oz Temperature Range 5 to 158 F 15 C to 70 C Waterproof IEC 529 level IPX 7 submerged to 1 meter for 30 minutes Power Input 10 to 18 VDC with High Voltage Protection Usage 12 watts maximum Nominal 12 VDC 0 8 amps Specifications Performance Sonar Power Output 500 watts RMS 4000 watts peak to peak Frequency 200 50 kHz 10 40 Depth 1500 foot max depth NMEA Support NMEA 0183 Versions 2 0 2 3 Output Sentences DBT DPT NTW VHW Depth capability is dependent on water salinity bottom type and other water conditions Specifications subject to change without notice 36 Alarm Messages and Icons The Fishfinder 160 Blue displays a message when an alarm is tripped To clear the message press the ENTER key If the ENTER key is not pressed the unit will automatically remove most messages after 10 seconds and display a reminder icon in the lower left corner of the chart until the alarm is no longer valid Fishtinder 1 17 Blue Appendix B Messages and Alarms A RAM Failed Unit Heed Repair Battery Alarm Battery Voltage Low Fa Deep Alarm Deep Water Alarm d Shallow Alarm Shallow Water Alarm oO Voltage Too Low Check Connection Supply Voltage Low Voltage Too H
28. ides a narrow cone nee angle This narrow cone angle produces a smaller viewing area compared to a wide cone angle at the same depth but with improved bottom resolution and a smaller dead zone TN The Dual frequency setting will provide you the most accurate depth and fish returns by transmitting signals at both 200kHz and 50kHz Fishfinder LETI Blue Installation Mounting the Transducer an TIP DO NOT mount the transducer behind strakes struts fittings water intake or discharge ports or anything that creates air bubbles or causes the water to become turbulent It is important that the transducer be in calm non turbulent water for optimal performance NOTICE Both the Transom Mount Transducer and the Speed Sensor must be installed sepa rately These two sensors may not be combined Proper transducer installation is key to getting the best performance from your new unit If the transducer lead is too short extension cables are available from you GARMIN dealer DO NOT cut the transducer lead or any part of the transducer cable as this will void your warranty The cable cannot be spliced and connected to any existing GARMIN or non GARMIN transducer cables Following are some tips and basic installation instructions for the optional dual frequency transducer and speed sensor Detailed installation instructions are provided in the transducer kits Transom Mount Installation Dual Frequency Transom Mount Transdu
29. iffer Transducer Frequency from the images shown here If equipped with a capable transducer the unit will display the frequency selected for use either 200kHz 50kHz or Dual vi Requires optional transducer or speed sensor Transducers Fishfinder Blue The transducer acts as the eyes and ears of your new sonar Proper transducer selection and installation are critical to the operation of your Installation unit Included in the Optional Package is a 200 50kHz frequency 10 40 Transducers cone angle depth and temperature sensing transom mount transducer This transducer provides good all around performance Other optional dual frequency transducers are available from your local dealer or GARMIN me TT AY a T X The transducer transmits sound waves toward the bottom in a cone N E shape The wider the cone angle the larger the coverage area at a given depth While it is good to see as large of an area as possible it is best to 50 kHz select a frequency setting that suits the water that you are on id With a dual frequency transducer you may select either a 200kHz frequency a 50kHz frequency or both The 50kHz frequency setting provides a wide cone angle This wide cone angle produces a large coverage E A area but less detailed bottom resolution In areas where bottom contours change quickly this can result in dead zones where fish cannot be seen dead zone In contrast the 200kHz frequency setting prov
30. igh Check Connection Supply Voltage High Unit Needs Repair T Unit Needs Repair Gop Setup Lost Using Garmin Memory Deleted D value Too Low Set to 7 0 Increase Battery Voltage Alarm Setting a Fish Alarm 37 BEI BV LLAOA i 1l Appendix C Index A ACS SOMES cdi essa alesse ity eae nga uee asi A maa wesiaades iii PP E 12 14 N A 37 e ede Tua aetna 23 25 ALLOWED AA A 10 B A A 10 O 37 Battery Volta ce Al e E et amend aca tconans 23 Atte iy vole e DI A R 21 loe Olean rere a eee Cee renee erro Se ene teers et aerate ae eee eee 26 BOLO SUI andina ot vi 32 33 C CALDE dd ie td do 27 AOR ANIONS a E T E 27 CE ce ache Ne II aaa 15 18 PP tai E O 23 CUM ad i 38 D BPA ERA spin 24 A IA 18 19 o e 22 23 DR etree a a til 12 A A 18 D ene neree ome mene ee nr tetra uay tenet 28 Ei Da eenrrna Ree tinny SeenON tment eer rene PPR vi 11 Display Masta ona 1 8 E Eternal EA dead ee eer merece rer hater oleo boss 10 F PaO Ys SC O O A E 29 Fis ite lM its AA 23 A A 16 17 A cases aceasta atten E TS Gaunt 19 Fishy Mounaae me Dali 8 A Grate nares 15 16 31 G SI a io 14 Ei O attend EN 19 I A rd meet ernment ter 3 Pris talline DS A e seunaceldrmeaney 7 8 Installing the Speed eso 4 sli thie Tan 2 4 Installing ihe Wirme Harness ed 5 6 K A A 27 edo 10 L A E E His A E 26 o A o le SLI ED saci hed Bla i
31. itional speed sensor The Depth Scale and the Flasher are displayed from top to bottom Describing The Display along the right side of the display Messages and Alarm Icons are displayed along the bottom Adjustment Bar 4 Tl Pp Depth aL PA o o ishtinder LTJ Blue If the unit is unable to track the bottom for any reason the digits in the depth Battery Voltage Range zonm Gaind Depth Line PAT window will flash on and off to alert the user that the unit is not tracking the 90 8 bottom Water Temperature ee Speed Over Water Depth Scale Depth Line Flasher Transducer Frequency Alarm Message Icons 11 BETIS ABACO 1 Unit Operation The Adjustment Bar Current Setting Ma Range zoom Gain 0 l 33 9 Po 11 Range Adjustment Using the Adjustment Bar The Adjustment Bar allows direct access to the most commonly changed settings These include the Depth Range Zoom setting and the Gain sensitivity of the unit Place the highlight white bar over the desired selection using the RIGHT or LEFT Arrow key and the current setting will be displayed in the highlight To immediately change the setting press the UP or DOWN Arrow key If you wish to review the available settings before making a change press the ENTER key to activate the adjustment list Range The Range Adjustment is used to set the display depth range The unit can be set to automatically track the bottom or set to a user speci
32. lom hr Speed Selections Selections Auto Range Zoom Gain 1 Chart bepth Tools Feet a Humbrs Temperature Alarms Fahrenheit lt A e Es Units Tab The Units tab contains settings for Depth Temperature and Speed To access the Units tab use the arrow keys to highlight it Depth The Depth field can be configured to display in Feet ft Meters m or Fathoms fa To select a Depth Unit 1 Highlight the Units tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Depth field and press ENTER 3 Select Feet Meters or Fathoms then press ENTER to accept the new setting Temperature If equipped with a temperature capable transducer or a separate temperature sensor the unit can display water temperature in Fahrenheit F or Celsius C To Select a Temperature Unit 1 Highlight the Units tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Temperature field and press ENTER 3 Select Fahrenheit or Celsius then press ENTER to accept the setting Speed If equipped with a speed sensor the unit can display the boats Speed Over Water The unit can be configured to display Miles Per Hour mh Kilometers Per Hour kh or Nautical Miles Per Hour kt To select a Speed Unit 1 Highlight the Units tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Speed field and press ENTER 3 Select Miles hr Kilom hr or K
33. n 26 6 12 6 60 8 15 Range Zoom Heormal Gain 0 Chart Frequency Tools Dual Humbrs Fish Symbols Alarms Off System Whiteline t Calibrt Units A Off peed Memory MON Overlay Whiteline Selections Fishfinder 1 11 Blue Unit Operation Setup Menu Chart Tools Tabs Range Zoom Hermal Gaink 38 7 t 12 6 60 87 15 m Scale Overlay Range Zoom dora Gain 29 1 t 12 6 60 8 15 Scale Corners Range Zoom dermal Gaink 24 8 t 12 6 60 87 15 a Range 2eomafHorral Gain 49 4 t 12 6 80 87 15 a A Scale The depth Scale is displayed vertically along the right side of the chart The depth Scale can be configured to display in four different modes as an Overlay in the Corners as a Basic Scale or with No Scale To change the Scale Setting 1 Highlight the Chart tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Scale selection field and press ENTER 3 Choose Overlay Corners Basic or No Scale then press ENTER to accept the selection Tools Tab The Tools tab contains the Depth Line Flasher Simulator and Noise Reject tools The Depth Line tool is used to quickly identify a set depth or to measure the depth of underwater objects The Noise Reject and Flasher to
34. nd press ENTER 3 Choose Off Auto or Manual and press ENTER To manually adjust the Noise Reject Setting 1 Select Manual in the Noise Reject field of the Tools tab then press ENTER A slider will appear below the Noise Reject selection field 2 Use the Up or Down ARROW key to highlight the slider then press ENTER 3 Use the Left or Right ARROW key to manually adjust the Noise Reject to the desired setting then press ENTER Numbers Tab The Numbrs Numbers tab allows you to choose whether you would like to see normal or large numbers on the chart You can also configure the unit to display Battery Voltage water Temperature and Speed Over Water if the unit is equipped with capable sensors You can also set up how the unit finds the digital Depth Number To access the Numbrs tab place the highlight over it using the arrow keys Number Size This setting determines the size of the numbers displayed in the Depth Temperature Battery Voltage and Speed fields on the chart To select Normal or Large Numbers 1 Highlight the Numbrs tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Number Size selection field and press ENTER 3 Choose Normal or Large and press ENTER to accept the selection Battery Voltage Fishfinder Blue The Fishfinder 160 Blue can display the current battery voltage on the chart Unit Operation To show or hi
35. nots then press ENTER to accept the new setting Memory Tab Fishfinder Blue The Memory tab contains the settings for unit memory and allows you to reset the unit to the factory settings and review the software version To Unit Ope ration access the Memory tab use the arrow keys to highlight it Remember The Fishfinder 160 Blue can be set to remember its settings each time you power it on You can set it to remember the settings in the Setup Menu Setup Only or the units settings in both the Setup Menu and the Setup Menu Memory Tab Adjustment Bar All A O rr a D Chart Remember Chart Remember To select a Memory Setting setup Day foe i 1 Highlight the Memory tab on the Setup Menu Eaa A ici This estr iu 2 Highlight the Remember field and press ENTER ae ern Are usure 3 Choose All or Setup Only then press ENTER to accept the selection E i Hever EE Factory Setup 2 SER To restore the Factory Settings Remember Selections Restore 1 Highlight the Memory tab on the Setup Menu Factory Settings 2 Highlight the Factory Setup button and press ENTER 3 Choose OK to reset the unit or Cancel to abort Geers o Software Version maS The Software Version Button will report information about the current un A a 18 software version in the unit and display the Unit ID Number h A i To activ
36. nstalling the Wiring Harness Power Data Connection Hel dy e Speed Temp Transducer Connecting a Transducer to Multiple Sensors Wiring Harness Installation continued If your boat does not have a fuse block the unit can be wired directly to the battery Make sure the 2 Amp in line fuse supplied with the unit is installed The Fishfinder 160 Blue can be connected to another piece of NMEA compatible electronic equipment If equipped with a capable transducer and speed sensor the Fishfinder 160 Blue sends depth temperature and speed information that could be displayed on another device BLUE NMEA Out RED 10 to 15 VDC TRANSDUCER CONNECTION BLACK Ground 2 Amp In Line Fuse RXD RXD NMEA Device Power Source Display Installation Surface Mount Fishfinder Blue The Fishfinder 160 Blue can be mounted to a flat surface using the supplied Surface Mount Bracket Installation Surface Mounting the Display 1 Position the Surface Mount Bracket in the desired location Leave Installing the Display approximately 2 behind the unit for cable clearance Mounting Bracket 2 Mark the location of the four mounting holes with a pencil 3 Drill pilot holes for the mounting fasteners not included in kit 4 Secure the Surface Mount Bracket using the mounting fasteners 5 Slip the unit into the Surface Mount Bracket 6 Tighten the knobs
37. ols are used to enhance the chart and help in identifying and providing information about an underwater return The Simulator tool is used to enhance the simulator mode by allowing you to customize the simulated transducer selection To access the Tools tab place the highlight over it using the arrow keys Depth Line When the Depth Line tool is activated a Depth Line selection is added to the Adjustment Bar To activate the Depth Line 1 Highlight the Tools tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Depth Line selection field and press ENTER 3 Select On and press ENTER To change the Depth Line Setting 1 Place the highlight over the Depth Line selection on the Adjustment Bar 2 Use the UP or DOWN Arrow to change the setting press ENTER to accept the change Flasher With the Flasher tool active a graphic Flasher representation will be displayed on the far right side of the chart This graphic Flasher displays structure and bottom returns much the same as a true Flasher You may find this feature particularly useful when using Fish Symbols To Turn the Graphic Flasher on and off 1 Highlight the Tools tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Flasher selection field and press ENTER 3 Select On or Off and press ENTER to accept the selection Simulator The Simulator tool allows the unit to simulate the use of four different transducer confi
38. pendix C Index ice 38 The Fishfinder 160 Blue is capable of displaying a variety of useful Fishtinder I 1 Blue information about the underwater environment Below are a few things introduction the unit will help you see Water Depth The unit displays water depth and can provide a warning for shallow What can the Fishfinder 160 Blue or deep water conditions Display Battery Voltage The unit can display the battery voltage that is available to the unit Fishftinder ITI Blue Water Temperature If equipped with a capable transducer or temperature sensor the unit can display the water temperature Gute Range ezosm Gain Speed Over Water If equipped with a capable transducer or speed sensor the unit can display the boat s speed over water Fish The unit displays fish as arches or fish symbols and can alert you when a fish is detected Thermocline and Structure With GARMIN s See Thru technology the Fishtinder 160 Blue can display more than just the thermocline and structure The unit displays fish in and below the thermocline trees brush and deadfall like you have never seen before 9 NE Bottom Shape and Type Garmin s unique DCG Depth Control Gain system provides a clear The screen shots shown in this manual are simulated graphic representation of the bottom type and its shape Images seen during actual operation will be influ enced by environmental conditions and may d
39. perform some checks with the boat trailered the boat should be in the water to properly test the installation Press the POWER button and the Fishfinder 160 Blue should power on If the unit fails to power on verify that the wiring adapter is seated properly in the back of the unit the Red and Black wires are connected to the correct polarity and the 2 Amp fuse is installed and not blown If the unit is connected to a power supply that exceeds 18 VDC a Battery Voltage High warning will be displayed and the unit will turn off As the unit powers on it should immediately start showing the bottom Verify that the unit is not in the simulator mode If the unit is in the simulator mode make sure that the transducer is connected to the wiring harness To test the transducer and speed sensor installation gradually increase the boats speed while checking the unit operation If the unit displays intermittently or fails to display verify that the transducer and speed sensor are aligned parallel with the bottom If necessary adjust their heights until the unit operates correctly It may be necessary to make several adjustments to ensure proper operation throughout the speed range If the signals do not improve it may be necessary to move the transducer or speed sensor to a different location A TIP When adjusting the depth of the transducer make the adjustments in small increments like 1 8 Placing the transducer or speed sensor
40. rface Mount coccion 7 Display Installation Flush Mount occ 8 Tera eines 9 Unit OD Gra Mirian 10 29 A A 10 o eean A 10 Pipay TOMA MON tgan E 11 Using the Adjustment Bar A EAA ieee ests ee 12 Aa a EEE A A 13 a a E E A A eee ee A 13 E Tia PEE A E E E ea E E A E EES 14 Setup Menu Chart Tab LU ra NENN 15 e A 16 IV GUL eA OA PP NE 17 A Al Sache teat ea O 17 SCAG ies cern aan EE E A cd EE AE ances 18 Tools Tab O ase mia ean 18 P eta cee Staats a inde one ae ae nents 19 A ae ae ee 19 INOS E e e crn eminent ange A aan aan eee 19 Numbers Tab Nin ido 20 A Neetu tutnre tara naeaiamr aes 21 TEMPE carro a OE 21 SC ee iat crcl ati te th acne oe ac AE A 22 A 22 Alarms Tab A 23 SO WA a 24 DES duarte 24 Batre Vol e rl ee 23 System Tab OI a E E T 25 a AD EA E EE EEE T E E 26 PME SOUDU ena e o A 26 LANENO Eaa nn anadaanasiaednetaa beumuedanseenae 26 Calibrations Tab KerOo E datas ea et doepeaietante 27 WAE TN ING acct des capasck aos aca 21 Callate Pda Zi Units Tab DCO O het ae tease et iaaie 28 A E atmo meen tions 28 A aa ea eee ee 28 Memory Tab A Reems ren ote ornare ae eee ee 29 A A 29 SE N tac deals 29 DBZ IU ABRO 3 1 Introduction Table of Contents On the Water socias 30 35 Understanding A eaa e EN 30 e NE E A E Pm 2l Understand dr 32 O anteater 33 Ms A A 34 AMS ooo rRo 35 Appendix A SpecificationS cocococcccnnoccncncaannnnos 36 Appendix B Alarm Messages and Icons 37 Ap
41. roof of purchase for warranty repairs GARMIN retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY The Fishfinder 160 Blue Standard Package Includes FisHhiinmder 17 117 Blue Fishfinder 160 Blue Protective Front Cover Introduction Surface Mount Bracket with Knobs Power Data Cable Packaging and Accessories Owners Manual and Quick Reference Guide Label Dual Frequency Transom Mount Transducer with depth temp and separate Speed Sensor Optional Dual Frequency Transducers and Accessories Plastic Transom Mount with depth temp Bronze Thru Hull depth only Plastic Thru Hull depth only Speed Sensor Temperature Sensor 10 Transducer Extension Cable 20 Transducer Extension Cable Second Mounting Station Flush Mounting Kit Swivel Mount 1 RAM Cigarette Lighter Adapter Power Data Cable 18 Pin A C PC Adapter US 18 Pin A C PC Adapter EURO Included with Optional Package li BEI EU LLAOA 1 Introduction Table of Contents INTOdU CIN stele eee ete i vi CUO ea eka i Limited Waan A ii Packaging and Accessories iani eie e ee eE iii A AY E E aecannene vi Installation a ieee 1 9 MEE E A AAE E E E E E T l Tiom Mount Instalan ape 2 meaa a A 3 Speed Sensor Install rabia maven telas 4 Wine arnes dano 5 WV ATI Ol ee A A 5 Display Installation Su
42. se GARMIN will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor The customer is however responsible for any transportation costs This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse misuse accident or unauthorized alteration or BEI UI LLAOA J 1 1 Introduction Limited Warranty e THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU To obtain warranty service call the GARMIN Customer Service department 913 397 8200 or 800 800 1020 for a returned merchandise tracking number The unit should be securely packaged with the tracking number clearly marked on the outside of the package and sent freight prepaid and insured to a GARMIN warranty service station A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the p
43. th that is approximately 2 10 of the water depth As shown the 10 cone angle 200kHz frequency approximately covers the area of a 6 foot diameter circle at a 30 foot depth When using the Fishfinder 160 Blue in Dual frequency mode the unit transmits both 50kHz and 200kHz signals at the same time The Dual frequency capability of the Fishfinder 160 Blue allows the user to have a large coverage area and still retain good bottom resolution When in Dual frequency mode the unit uses the 200kHz to display detailed bottom information keeping Dead Zones to a minimum and the 50kHz signal for the large coverage area Fish returns from the 50kHz and 200kHz beams will appear differently on the display The 50kHz beam tends to show longer fish returns than the 200kHz beam The examples below show simulated fish returns at 50 and 200 kHz 50kHz 200kHz Fishfinder Blue On the Water Transducer Coverage 200kHz 10 Cone Angle 72 coverage at 30 50kHz 40 Cone Angle 20 coverage at 30 31 w MLL mIOGOR 7 17 On the Water Understanding the Chart TIP Remember that the Fishfinder displays a 2 D picture of the underwater environment The fish and tree could be located anywhere in the coverage area produced by the sonar cone at the object s indicated depth 32 Understanding the Chart It is important to understand that the unit does not display a 3 D representation of the underwater en
44. u Alarms System Tabs Auto Range Zoom Gain Chart Fish Alarm Tools Off Humbre Shallow Water Alarms 20 0 Sustem Peep Water alibrt 100 0 Units Battery Woltage A Memory w 101 2 amp Battery Voltage Alarm Auty Range Zoom Gain Chart Contrast Tools Humbrs Beeper Alarms Off Sustem HMEA Output Calibrt OFf Units Language Memory English Contrast Adjustment 25 BETIS ABACO 1 Unit Operation Setup Menu System Tab Auto Range Zoom Gain 0 Chart Contrast Tools o 10 Humbrs Beeper o Sustem F Calibrt Alarms Only Units l Key amp Alarm Memory 1 Beeper Selections Auto Fong O chort CT Tools i Dansk Humbrs E Nederlands Alarms Suomi System Frangais Calibre Deutsch Unit L Italiano EL e A a af ET a ae eae a Language Selections 26 Beeper The Beeper field contains three settings Off Alarms Only and Key amp Alarm To change the Beeper Setting 1 Highlight the System tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Beeper field and press ENTER 3 Choose Off Alarms Only or Key amp Alarm then press ENTER to accept the setting NMEA Output The Fishfinder 160 Blue has the ability to output information about Depth Speed and Water Temp for display on another NMEA compatible device To activate
45. ve with target depth displayed 16 Frequency continued The wide cone angles associated with low frequencies 40 for 50kHz provide a large coverage area for finding fish However this also means that wide cone angles produce less bottom detail and resolution The narrow cone angles associated with high frequencies 10 for 200kHz provide better bottom resolution and crisper detail but therefore cannot show a large coverage area for finding fish Dual frequency mode combines the improved contour detail and depth readings of the 200kHz frequency with the wide coverage area of the 50kHz frequency To select a Frequency 1 Highlight the Chart tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Frequency selection field and press ENTER 3 Using the UP or DOWN Arrow choose 200kHz 50kHz or Dual and press ENTER The selected frequency will be displayed in the bottom left hand corner of the chart Fish Symbols Fish Symbols allows the user to determine how the chart will display underwater targets and background information If Fish Symbols is set to Off the unit will display all of the available information about the underwater environment Ifa fish symbol is selected the chart will display only the information related to that symbol To select a Fish Symbol 1 Highlight the Chart tab on the Setup Menu 2 Highlight the Fish Symbols selection field and press ENTER 3 Using the UP or DOWN Arrow
46. vironment The unit can display mul tiple things at the same time but cannot determine from where the return originated It can only determine when the return was received Examples 1 and 2 provide a look at the underwater world from a top view and illustrate how these views would be displayed on the chart On both charts it appears the fish and tree are side by side as shown in Example 1 However when we look at Example 2 we see that the fish can be several feet from the tree It is important to remember that the Fishfinder cannot determine where in the coverage area the tree or fish are only that the returns were received at the indcated depths in the same time frame Branches Enlarged Transducer View Enlarged Transducer View Example 1 Example 2 Whiteline The Fishfinder 160 Blue can help you to determine if the bottom is hard or soft When the sonar soundwaves are reflected back by the bottom a hard bottom will return a stronger signal than a soft bottom The stronger the bottom return the wider the bottom layer is displayed The unit uses the Whiteline function to make this bottom layer information easier to distinguish When viewing the display without Whiteline active the bottom return is black While you can make some determination of the bottom type the black return makes this more difficult With the Whiteline active the bottom return appears layered in shades of gray and black which makes d
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