Humminbird piranha max 20 Manual Do Utilizador
display that is sometimes present in murky or muddy water.
If Sensitivity is adjusted too low, the display may not show
many sonar returns that could be fish. (0 – 10, Default = 5)
If Sensitivity is adjusted too low, the display may not show
many sonar returns that could be fish. (0 – 10, Default = 5)
Depth Range
(Setting Not Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until DEPTH RANGE appears.
Automatic is the default setting. When in automatic, the
lower range will be adjusted by the unit to follow the bottom.
(Auto, 15 to 600 Feet, Default = Auto)
Automatic is the default setting. When in automatic, the
lower range will be adjusted by the unit to follow the bottom.
(Auto, 15 to 600 Feet, Default = Auto)
NOTE: In manual operation, if the depth is greater than the depth range
setting, the bottom will not be visible on the display. Select AUTO to
return to automatic operation.
setting, the bottom will not be visible on the display. Select AUTO to
return to automatic operation.
Zoom
(Setting Not Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until ZOOM appears. Select Auto
to magnify the area around the bottom in order to reveal fish
and structure close to the bottom that may not be visible during
normal operation. When ZOOM is set to Auto, the upper and
lower Depth Ranges are automatically adjusted to keep the area
above and below the bottom on the display. Select Off to return
to normal operation. (Off, Auto, Manual Ranges, Default = Off)
to magnify the area around the bottom in order to reveal fish
and structure close to the bottom that may not be visible during
normal operation. When ZOOM is set to Auto, the upper and
lower Depth Ranges are automatically adjusted to keep the area
above and below the bottom on the display. Select Off to return
to normal operation. (Off, Auto, Manual Ranges, Default = Off)
There is also a series of manual ranges which can be selected.
The manual depth ranges are determined by the present
depth conditions.
The manual depth ranges are determined by the present
depth conditions.
Chart Speed
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until CHART SPEED appears.
Select a setting from 1-5 to increase or decrease the chart
speed, where 1 is the slowest and 5 is the fastest chart
speed. Chart speed determines the speed at which the sonar
information moves across the display, and consequently the
amount of detail shown. A faster speed shows more
information and is preferred by most anglers; however, the
sonar information moves across the display quickly. A
slower speed keeps the information on the display longer,
but the bottom and fish details become compressed and
may be difficult to interpret. (1 to 5, Default = 5)
Select a setting from 1-5 to increase or decrease the chart
speed, where 1 is the slowest and 5 is the fastest chart
speed. Chart speed determines the speed at which the sonar
information moves across the display, and consequently the
amount of detail shown. A faster speed shows more
information and is preferred by most anglers; however, the
sonar information moves across the display quickly. A
slower speed keeps the information on the display longer,
but the bottom and fish details become compressed and
may be difficult to interpret. (1 to 5, Default = 5)
Fish Alarm
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until FISH ALARM appears.
Select Off for no fish alarm, or one of the following symbols
to set the alarm. An alarm will sound when the PiranhaMax
detects fish that correspond to the alarm setting. Fish Alarm
will only sound if Fish ID+ is also set to On.
Select Off for no fish alarm, or one of the following symbols
to set the alarm. An alarm will sound when the PiranhaMax
detects fish that correspond to the alarm setting. Fish Alarm
will only sound if Fish ID+ is also set to On.
(Off, Large, Large/Medium, All, Default = Off)
Depth Alarm
(Setting Not Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until DEPTH ALARM appears.
Select OFF for no Depth Alarm, or select 3 to 99 feet to set the
alarm depth. An audible alarm sounds when the depth is equal
to or less than the setting. (Off, 3 to 99 feet, Default = Off)
Select OFF for no Depth Alarm, or select 3 to 99 feet to set the
alarm depth. An audible alarm sounds when the depth is equal
to or less than the setting. (Off, 3 to 99 feet, Default = Off)
Filter
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until FILTER appears. Select either
Off or On. Filter adjusts the sonar filter to limit interference on the
display from sources such as your boat engine, turbulence, or
other sonar devices. (On, Off, Default = Off)
Off or On. Filter adjusts the sonar filter to limit interference on the
display from sources such as your boat engine, turbulence, or
other sonar devices. (On, Off, Default = Off)
SetUp Menu
(Setting Not Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until SetUp appears. Select
either Off or On. (Off, On, Default = Off)
either Off or On. (Off, On, Default = Off)
When you choose SetUp, additional menu choices will
become available that are not a part of the Main Menu
system. After selecting SetUp, press the POWER-MENU key
to display the SetUp menu choices, one at a time. SetUp
Menu choices include:
become available that are not a part of the Main Menu
system. After selecting SetUp, press the POWER-MENU key
to display the SetUp menu choices, one at a time. SetUp
Menu choices include:
• Contrast
• Fish ID+
• Bottom View
• Battery Alarm
• Language (International Only)
• Units (International Only)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Large
fish only
Large/Medium
fish only.
All
fish.
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®
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®
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®
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free of charge during the first year after purchase,and
available at a reasonable rate after the one-year period.
For complete details, see the separate warranty card
included with your unit. We encourage you to read this
operations manual carefully in order to get full benefit
from all the features and applications of your
Humminbird
free of charge during the first year after purchase,and
available at a reasonable rate after the one-year period.
For complete details, see the separate warranty card
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operations manual carefully in order to get full benefit
from all the features and applications of your
Humminbird
®
product.
Contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468
or visit our website at www.humminbird.com. The
PiranhaMax comes in three models:
or visit our website at www.humminbird.com. The
PiranhaMax comes in three models:
•
PiranhaMax10
- Single Beam, 160V x 132H Display
•
PiranhaMax15
- Dual Beam, 160V x 132H Display
•
PiranhaMax20
- Dual Beam, 240V x 160H Display
WARNING! This device should not be used as a navigational aid to
prevent collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. When
the boat is moving, water depth may change too quickly to allow
time for you to react. Always operate the boat at very slow speeds
if you suspect shallow water or submerged objects.
prevent collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. When
the boat is moving, water depth may change too quickly to allow
time for you to react. Always operate the boat at very slow speeds
if you suspect shallow water or submerged objects.
CAUTION: Do not handle the bottom of the transducer while it is
transmitting sonar. Prolonged contact with the transducer element
can cause physical discomfort or minor tissue damage.
transmitting sonar. Prolonged contact with the transducer element
can cause physical discomfort or minor tissue damage.
WARNING! Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should
only be performed by authorized service personnel.
only be performed by authorized service personnel.
Any
modification of the serial number or attempt to repair the original
equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the
warranty. Handling and/or opening this unit may result in exposure
to lead, in the form of solder.
equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the
warranty. Handling and/or opening this unit may result in exposure
to lead, in the form of solder.
WARNING! This product contains lead, a chemical known to the
state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
PiranhaMax Sonar Technology
The PiranhaMax is the easiest to use fishfinder ever. For
most anglers, all you’ll ever need to do is power on and fish!
The PiranhaMax automatically determines depth and
makes adjustments to keep the bottom and fish visible on
the display.
most anglers, all you’ll ever need to do is power on and fish!
The PiranhaMax automatically determines depth and
makes adjustments to keep the bottom and fish visible on
the display.
The PiranhaMax uses sonar technology to send sound
waves from the transducer into the water. The returned
“echoes” are plotted on the display, creating a very
accurate picture of the underwater world, including
distance to underwater objects such as the bottom, fish
and structure.
waves from the transducer into the water. The returned
“echoes” are plotted on the display, creating a very
accurate picture of the underwater world, including
distance to underwater objects such as the bottom, fish
and structure.
Your PiranhaMax will have either Single Beam or Dual
Beam sonar. Find the correct sonar description that
applies to your unit.
Beam sonar. Find the correct sonar description that
applies to your unit.
Single Beam Sonar
Your PiranhaMax10 uses a 200 kHz single beam sonar
system with a 20° area of coverage. Boat speed, wave
action, bottom hardness, water conditions and transducer
installation can all affect depth capability.
system with a 20° area of coverage. Boat speed, wave
action, bottom hardness, water conditions and transducer
installation can all affect depth capability.
Dual Beam Sonar
Your PiranhaMax15 or PiranhaMax20 uses a 200/83
kHz dual beam sonar system with a wide (60°) area of
coverage. Dual Beam sonar is optimized to show the
greatest bottom definition using a narrow (20°) beam yet
can still indicate fish found in the wide (60°) beam when
the Fish ID+
kHz dual beam sonar system with a wide (60°) area of
coverage. Dual Beam sonar is optimized to show the
greatest bottom definition using a narrow (20°) beam yet
can still indicate fish found in the wide (60°) beam when
the Fish ID+
TM
feature is turned on. Dual Beam is ideal
for a wide range of conditions - from shallow to very deep
water in both fresh and salt water. Boat speed, wave
action, bottom hardness, water conditions and transducer
installation can all affect depth capability.
water in both fresh and salt water. Boat speed, wave
action, bottom hardness, water conditions and transducer
installation can all affect depth capability.
What You See On the Display
The PiranhaMax displays underwater information in an
easy-to-understand format. The top of the display
corresponds to the water surface at the transducer, and the
bottom of the display corresponds to the Depth Range
automatically selected for the current water depth. The
Bottom Contour varies as the depth under the boat
changes. Digital readouts provide precise information for
depth, fish and water temperature.
easy-to-understand format. The top of the display
corresponds to the water surface at the transducer, and the
bottom of the display corresponds to the Depth Range
automatically selected for the current water depth. The
Bottom Contour varies as the depth under the boat
changes. Digital readouts provide precise information for
depth, fish and water temperature.
As the boat moves, terrain and bottom composition variations
are displayed. Fish, baitfish and thermoclines (underwater
temperature changes) are displayed when detected.
Underwater conditions vary greatly, so some experience and
interpretation is needed to realize all the benefits of the
PiranhaMax – use the picture above as a guide to the most
common conditions and practice using the PiranhaMax over
known bottom types.
are displayed. Fish, baitfish and thermoclines (underwater
temperature changes) are displayed when detected.
Underwater conditions vary greatly, so some experience and
interpretation is needed to realize all the benefits of the
PiranhaMax – use the picture above as a guide to the most
common conditions and practice using the PiranhaMax over
known bottom types.
Powering ON and OFF
Press and release the POWER-MENU key to power the
PiranhaMax on. Press and hold the POWER-MENU key until
the unit shuts down to power off.
PiranhaMax on. Press and hold the POWER-MENU key until
the unit shuts down to power off.
When the PiranhaMax powers on, the
Start-Up menu temporarily appears.
From this menu, select either Start-Up,
Simulator, or SetUp.
Start-Up menu temporarily appears.
From this menu, select either Start-Up,
Simulator, or SetUp.
• Use Start-Up for on the water use
• Use Simulator for learning how to
use the system with simulated sonar
data; access Simulator by pressing
the RIGHT Arrow Key once
data; access Simulator by pressing
the RIGHT Arrow Key once
• Use SetUp to display additional set-up menu choices;
access SetUp by pressing the RIGHT Arrow Key twice
(See SetUp Menu for more information).
(See SetUp Menu for more information).
The Menu System
A simple menu system allows you to access your
PiranhaMax’s adjustable settings. To activate the menu
system, press the POWER-MENU key. Press the POWER-
MENU key repeatedly to display the PiranhaMax menu
settings, one at a time. When a menu setting is on the
display, use the RIGHT and LEFT Arrow keys to adjust the
menu setting. Menus settings are removed from the screen
automatically after several seconds. In Normal operating
mode, most menu settings saved to memory will not return
to their default values when the unit is turned off. See
individual menu choices for more information.
PiranhaMax’s adjustable settings. To activate the menu
system, press the POWER-MENU key. Press the POWER-
MENU key repeatedly to display the PiranhaMax menu
settings, one at a time. When a menu setting is on the
display, use the RIGHT and LEFT Arrow keys to adjust the
menu setting. Menus settings are removed from the screen
automatically after several seconds. In Normal operating
mode, most menu settings saved to memory will not return
to their default values when the unit is turned off. See
individual menu choices for more information.
NOTE: Each time the POWER-MENU key is pressed, the backlight
momentarily illuminates for easy viewing at night. Adjust the LIGHT
menu setting to keep the backlight on.
momentarily illuminates for easy viewing at night. Adjust the LIGHT
menu setting to keep the backlight on.
NOTE: If Simulator Mode is selected from the Start-Up Menu and a
transducer is plugged in, some menu setting changes will be saved in
memory even after the unit is powered down. Menu setting changes will
not be saved from Simulator mode when a transducer is not connected.
transducer is plugged in, some menu setting changes will be saved in
memory even after the unit is powered down. Menu setting changes will
not be saved from Simulator mode when a transducer is not connected.
NOTE: Turning on the SetUp menu choice from the Main Menu System
allows you to access additional set-up menu choices. See SetUp
Menu for more information.
allows you to access additional set-up menu choices. See SetUp
Menu for more information.
Light
(Setting Not Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until LIGHT appears. Use the
backlight for night fishing. Select either 0 (Off), or 1 through 5
to activate the backlight at the desired level. (0 to 5, Default = 0)
backlight for night fishing. Select either 0 (Off), or 1 through 5
to activate the backlight at the desired level. (0 to 5, Default = 0)
NOTE: Continuous backlight operation will significantly decrease the
battery life for PiranhaMax Portables.
battery life for PiranhaMax Portables.
Sensitivity
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until SENSITIVITY appears.
Sensitivity controls how much detail is shown on the
display. Increasing the sensitivity shows more sonar returns
from small baitfish and suspended debris in the water;
however, the display may become too cluttered. When
operating in very clear water or greater depths, increased
sensitivity shows weaker returns that may be of interest.
Decreasing the sensitivity eliminates the clutter from the
Sensitivity controls how much detail is shown on the
display. Increasing the sensitivity shows more sonar returns
from small baitfish and suspended debris in the water;
however, the display may become too cluttered. When
operating in very clear water or greater depths, increased
sensitivity shows weaker returns that may be of interest.
Decreasing the sensitivity eliminates the clutter from the
Contrast (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the
POWER-MENU key until CONTRAST appears. Select a
setting from 1 through 5. (1 to 5, Default = 3)
POWER-MENU key until CONTRAST appears. Select a
setting from 1 through 5. (1 to 5, Default = 3)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Fish ID+ (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the
POWER-MENU key until FISH ID+ appears. Select either Off
to view “raw” sonar returns from the 200 kHz narrow beam,
or On to view Fish symbols. Fish ID+ uses advanced signal
processing to interpret sonar returns, and will display a Fish
Symbol when very selective requirements are met. A select
number of possible fish returns will be displayed with their
associated depth. (On, Off, Default = On)
POWER-MENU key until FISH ID+ appears. Select either Off
to view “raw” sonar returns from the 200 kHz narrow beam,
or On to view Fish symbols. Fish ID+ uses advanced signal
processing to interpret sonar returns, and will display a Fish
Symbol when very selective requirements are met. A select
number of possible fish returns will be displayed with their
associated depth. (On, Off, Default = On)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
NOTE: Returns from the 200 kHz narrow beam are shown with shaded
fish symbols while the 83 kHz wide beam returns are displayed with
hollow fish symbols.
fish symbols while the 83 kHz wide beam returns are displayed with
hollow fish symbols.
NOTE: Hollow fish symbols are only available on 200/83 kHz Dual
Beam sonar units.
Beam sonar units.
Bottom View (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the
POWER-MENU key until BOTTOM VIEW appears. Bottom
View selects the method used to represent the bottom and
structure on the display.
POWER-MENU key until BOTTOM VIEW appears. Bottom
View selects the method used to represent the bottom and
structure on the display.
Structure ID
®
represents weak
returns as light pixels and strong
returns as dark pixels. This has the
benefit of ensuring that strong returns
will be clearly visible on the display.
returns as dark pixels. This has the
benefit of ensuring that strong returns
will be clearly visible on the display.
Black
(Bottom Black) displays all
pixels below the bottom contour as
black, regardless of signal strength.
This has the benefit of providing a
high contrast between the bottom and
other sonar returns on the display.
black, regardless of signal strength.
This has the benefit of providing a
high contrast between the bottom and
other sonar returns on the display.
WhiteLine
®
highlights the strongest
sonar returns in white resulting in a
distinctive outline. This has the
benefit of clearly defining the bottom
on the display.
distinctive outline. This has the
benefit of clearly defining the bottom
on the display.
Inverse
is a method where weak
returns are shown with dark pixels
and strong returns with lighter pixels.
This has the benefit of ensuring that
weak signals will be clearly visible on
the display.
and strong returns with lighter pixels.
This has the benefit of ensuring that
weak signals will be clearly visible on
the display.
(Structure ID, Black, WhiteLine,
Inverse, Default = Inverse)
Inverse, Default = Inverse)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Battery Alarm (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the
POWER-MENU key until BATTERY ALARM appears. Select
Off or 8.5 to 13.5 Volts. Battery Alarm sounds when the
input battery voltage is equal to or less than the menu
setting. (Off, 8.5 to 13.5 Volts, Default = Off)
POWER-MENU key until BATTERY ALARM appears. Select
Off or 8.5 to 13.5 Volts. Battery Alarm sounds when the
input battery voltage is equal to or less than the menu
setting. (Off, 8.5 to 13.5 Volts, Default = Off)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Language (SetUp Menu: International Only)
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the
POWER-MENU key until LANGUAGE appears (International
Units Only). LANGUAGE selects the display language for
menus. (Settings vary, Default = English)
POWER-MENU key until LANGUAGE appears (International
Units Only). LANGUAGE selects the display language for
menus. (Settings vary, Default = English)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Units (SetUp Menu: International Only)
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the
POWER-MENU key until UNITS appears (International Units
Only). UNITS selects the units of measure. (Feet/F,
Meters/C, Fathoms/C, Default = Meters/C, where F stands
for Fahrenheit and C stands for Celsius)
POWER-MENU key until UNITS appears (International Units
Only). UNITS selects the units of measure. (Feet/F,
Meters/C, Fathoms/C, Default = Meters/C, where F stands
for Fahrenheit and C stands for Celsius)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Fish ID+, 83 kHz, Wide beam
Fish ID+, 200 kHz, Narrow beam
Raw Sonar
Maintenance
Your PiranhaMax is designed to provide years of trouble-
free operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow these
simple procedures to ensure your PiranhaMax continues to
deliver top performance.
free operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow these
simple procedures to ensure your PiranhaMax continues to
deliver top performance.
If the unit comes into contact with salt spray, wipe the
affected surfaces with a cloth dampened in fresh water.
affected surfaces with a cloth dampened in fresh water.
Do not use a chemical glass cleaner on the lens - this may
cause cracking in the lens.
cause cracking in the lens.
When cleaning the LCD protective lens, use a chamois and
non-abrasive, mild cleaner. Do not wipe while dirt or grease
is on the lens. Be careful to avoid scratching the lens.
non-abrasive, mild cleaner. Do not wipe while dirt or grease
is on the lens. Be careful to avoid scratching the lens.
If your boat remains in the water for long periods of time,
marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the
transducer. Periodically clean the face of the transducer with
liquid detergent.
marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the
transducer. Periodically clean the face of the transducer with
liquid detergent.
If your boat remains out of the water for a long period of
time, it may take some time to wet the transducer when
returned to the water. Small air bubbles can cling to the
surface of the transducer and interfere with proper operation.
These bubbles dissipate with time, or you can wipe the face
of the transducer with your fingers after the transducer is in
the water.
time, it may take some time to wet the transducer when
returned to the water. Small air bubbles can cling to the
surface of the transducer and interfere with proper operation.
These bubbles dissipate with time, or you can wipe the face
of the transducer with your fingers after the transducer is in
the water.
Never leave the unit in a closed car or trunk—the extremely
high temperatures generated in hot weather can damage the
electronics.
high temperatures generated in hot weather can damage the
electronics.
Troubleshooting
Do not attempt to repair the PiranhaMax yourself. There are
no user-serviceable parts inside, and special tools and
techniques are required for assembly to ensure the
waterproof integrity of the housing. Repairs should be
performed only by authorized Humminbird technicians.
no user-serviceable parts inside, and special tools and
techniques are required for assembly to ensure the
waterproof integrity of the housing. Repairs should be
performed only by authorized Humminbird technicians.
Many requests for repair received by Humminbird involve
units that do not actually need repair. These units are
returned “no problem found.” If you have a problem with
your PiranhaMax, use the following troubleshooting guide
before calling the Customer Resource Center or sending
your unit in for repair.
units that do not actually need repair. These units are
returned “no problem found.” If you have a problem with
your PiranhaMax, use the following troubleshooting guide
before calling the Customer Resource Center or sending
your unit in for repair.
1. Nothing happens when I turn the unit on.
Check the power cable connection at both ends. Be sure the
cable is connected correctly to a reliable power source — red
lead to positive, black lead to negative or ground. Ensure the
power available is between 10 and 20 VDC. If the unit is wired
through a fuse panel, ensure the panel is powered. Often
accessory fuse panels are controlled by a separate switch or the
ignition switch.
Also, often a fuse can appear to be good when it is not. Check
the fuse with a tester or replace it with a fuse known to be good.
Check the power connection to the PiranhaMax. It is possible to
force the power cable connector into the cable holder incorrectly.
If the connector is reversed, the unit will not work. Examine the
contacts on the back of the unit to ensure there is no corrosion.
cable is connected correctly to a reliable power source — red
lead to positive, black lead to negative or ground. Ensure the
power available is between 10 and 20 VDC. If the unit is wired
through a fuse panel, ensure the panel is powered. Often
accessory fuse panels are controlled by a separate switch or the
ignition switch.
Also, often a fuse can appear to be good when it is not. Check
the fuse with a tester or replace it with a fuse known to be good.
Check the power connection to the PiranhaMax. It is possible to
force the power cable connector into the cable holder incorrectly.
If the connector is reversed, the unit will not work. Examine the
contacts on the back of the unit to ensure there is no corrosion.
2. There is no transducer detected.
The PiranhaMax has the ability to detect and identify that a
transducer is connected. When powering on, if a message
indicates “transducer not connected”, make sure that an
appropriate transducer connector is plugged into the unit. In
addition, inspect the transducer cable from end to end for breaks,
kinks, or cuts in the outer casing of the cable. Also make sure that
the transducer is fully submerged in water. If the transducer is
connected to the unit through a switch, temporarily connect it
directly to the unit and try again. If none of these actions identifies
an obvious problem, the transducer itself is probably at fault. Be
sure to include the transducer if returning the unit for repair.
transducer is connected. When powering on, if a message
indicates “transducer not connected”, make sure that an
appropriate transducer connector is plugged into the unit. In
addition, inspect the transducer cable from end to end for breaks,
kinks, or cuts in the outer casing of the cable. Also make sure that
the transducer is fully submerged in water. If the transducer is
connected to the unit through a switch, temporarily connect it
directly to the unit and try again. If none of these actions identifies
an obvious problem, the transducer itself is probably at fault. Be
sure to include the transducer if returning the unit for repair.
3. There is no bottom reading visible on the display.
If the loss of bottom information occurs only at high boat speeds,
the transducer needs adjusting – see your Piranha Installation
Guide for details. Also, in very deep water, it may be necessary to
increase the sensitivity setting manually to maintain a graphic
depiction of the bottom. If you are using a transducer switch to
connect two transducers to the PiranhaMax, make sure that the
switch is in the correct position to connect a transducer that is in
the water. (If a trolling motor transducer is selected and the
trolling motor is out of the water, no sonar information appears.)
If none of these actions solves the problem, inspect the
transducer cable from end to end for breaks, kinks, or cuts in the
outer casing of the cable. If the transducer is connected to the
unit through a switch, temporarily connect it directly to the unit
and try again. If none of these actions identifies an obvious
problem, the transducer itself may be at fault. Be sure to include
the transducer if returning the unit for repair.
the transducer needs adjusting – see your Piranha Installation
Guide for details. Also, in very deep water, it may be necessary to
increase the sensitivity setting manually to maintain a graphic
depiction of the bottom. If you are using a transducer switch to
connect two transducers to the PiranhaMax, make sure that the
switch is in the correct position to connect a transducer that is in
the water. (If a trolling motor transducer is selected and the
trolling motor is out of the water, no sonar information appears.)
If none of these actions solves the problem, inspect the
transducer cable from end to end for breaks, kinks, or cuts in the
outer casing of the cable. If the transducer is connected to the
unit through a switch, temporarily connect it directly to the unit
and try again. If none of these actions identifies an obvious
problem, the transducer itself may be at fault. Be sure to include
the transducer if returning the unit for repair.
4. When in very shallow water, I get gaps in the bottom
reading and inconsistent digital depth indication.
The PiranhaMax will work reliably in water 3 feet (0.9 meter)
or deeper. Remember that the depth is measured from the
transducer, not from the surface of the water.
or deeper. Remember that the depth is measured from the
transducer, not from the surface of the water.
5. The unit comes on before I press the POWER-MENU
key, and won’t turn off.
Check the transducer cable — if the outer jacket of the cable
has been cut and the cable is in contact with bare metal, you
will need to repair the cut with electrical tape. If there is no
problem with the cable, disconnect the transducer from the
unit and see if the problem is corrected, to confirm the source
of the problem.
has been cut and the cable is in contact with bare metal, you
will need to repair the cut with electrical tape. If there is no
problem with the cable, disconnect the transducer from the
unit and see if the problem is corrected, to confirm the source
of the problem.
6. I get gaps in the reading at high speeds.
Your transducer needs adjusting. If the transducer is
transom-mounted, there are two adjustments available to
you: height, and running angle. Make small adjustments and
run the boat at high speeds to determine the effect. It may
take several tries to optimize high-speed operation. This can
also be a result of air or turbulence in the transducer location
caused by rivets, ribs, etc.
transom-mounted, there are two adjustments available to
you: height, and running angle. Make small adjustments and
run the boat at high speeds to determine the effect. It may
take several tries to optimize high-speed operation. This can
also be a result of air or turbulence in the transducer location
caused by rivets, ribs, etc.
7. My unit loses power at high speeds.
Your PiranhaMax has over-voltage protection that turns the unit
off when input voltage exceeds 20 VDC. Some outboard motors
do not effectively regulate the power output of the engine’s
alternator and can produce voltage in excess of 20 Volts when
running at high RPMs.
off when input voltage exceeds 20 VDC. Some outboard motors
do not effectively regulate the power output of the engine’s
alternator and can produce voltage in excess of 20 Volts when
running at high RPMs.
8. The display begins to fade out. Images are not as
sharp as normal.
Check the input voltage. The PiranhaMax will not operate on
input voltages below 10 VDC.
input voltages below 10 VDC.
9. The display shows many black dots at high speeds
and high sensitivity settings.
You are seeing noise or interference caused by one of several
sources. Noise can be caused by electronic devices. Turn off
any nearby electronics and see if the problem goes away.
Noise can also be caused by the engine. If engine noise is
causing the interference, the problem will intensify at higher
RPMs. Increase the engine speed with the boat stationary to
isolate this cause. Propeller cavitation can also appear as
noise on the display. If the transducer is mounted too close to
the propeller, the turbulence generated can interfere with the
sonar signal. Make sure that the transducer is mounted at
least 15" (380 mm) from the propeller.
sources. Noise can be caused by electronic devices. Turn off
any nearby electronics and see if the problem goes away.
Noise can also be caused by the engine. If engine noise is
causing the interference, the problem will intensify at higher
RPMs. Increase the engine speed with the boat stationary to
isolate this cause. Propeller cavitation can also appear as
noise on the display. If the transducer is mounted too close to
the propeller, the turbulence generated can interfere with the
sonar signal. Make sure that the transducer is mounted at
least 15" (380 mm) from the propeller.
International Purchases
A separate warranty is provided by international
distributors for units purchased outside the United
States. This warranty is included by your local distributor
and this distributor maintains local service for your unit.
Warranties are only valid in the area of intended
distribution. Units purchased in the United States or
Canada must be returned to our factory in the United
States for service.
distributors for units purchased outside the United
States. This warranty is included by your local distributor
and this distributor maintains local service for your unit.
Warranties are only valid in the area of intended
distribution. Units purchased in the United States or
Canada must be returned to our factory in the United
States for service.
PiranhaMax10 Specifications:
Depth Capability ............................................ 600 feet (180 m)
Power Output ..................................................100 Watts (RMS)
Sonar Operating Frequency .................... 200 kHz Single Beam
Sonar Coverage .................................................. 20° @-10 dB
LCD Display ........................................................ 160V x 132H
Transducer ............................................................ XHS-9-20-T
Transducer Cable Length.......................................... 20 ft (6 m)
PiranhaMax15/20 Specifications:
Depth Capability ............................................ 600 feet (180 m)
Power Output ................................................ 100 Watts (RMS)
Sonar Operating Frequency .... 200 kHz and 83 kHz Dual Beam
Sonar Coverage ................................ 20° @-10 dB in 200 kHz
.......................................................... 60° @-10 dB in 83 kHz
LCD Display ................................ 160V x 132H (PiranhaMax15)
.................................................. 240V x 160H (PiranhaMax20)
Transducer ............................................................ XHS-9-20-T
Transducer Cable Length ..........................................20 ft (6 m)
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Contact Humminbird
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our Humminbird accessory is designed
for trouble-free operation and is backed by
a one year warranty.
If you have any questions, contact our
Humminbird Customer Resource Center:
By Telephone
(Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to
4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time):
800-633-1468
By e-mail
(typically we respond to your e-mail within
three business days):
custserv@johnsonoutdoors.com
For direct shipping, our address is:
Techsonic Industries, Inc.
Service Department
678 Humminbird Lane
Eufaula, AL 36027 USA
Water Surface Line
Depth – Measured at
the Transducer
the Transducer
* Units with 83 kHz dual beam
sonar show targets in the wide
beam as hollow fish icons.
sonar show targets in the wide
beam as hollow fish icons.
Structure
Surface Clutter
Upper Range
Temperature
83 kHz, Wide Beam Hollow
Fish Symbol (Dual Beam
Units Only)*
Fish Symbol (Dual Beam
Units Only)*
200kHz, Narrow Beam
Shaded Fish Symbols
Shaded Fish Symbols
Bottom Contour
Lower Range
Display
LEFT Arrow Key
POWER/MENU Key
RIGHT Arrow Key
Structure
Magnified Bottom
with More Detail
with More Detail
Lower Zoom
Range
Upper Zoom
Range
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