Humminbird Helix Down Imaging Settings and Images

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3 жыл бұрын

If you have been having trouble dialing in your down imaging, this video will help you improve the quality of your images. I will share a variety of my on the water images with explanations of what you are seeing. You will also learn to interpret simulation down images using various down imaging settings. Learning to tinker with your settings will enhance image clarity. I will also share the personal settings that I use as my general starting point. Keep in mind there are no perfect settings and you have to play with the settings to match the lake conditions that you fish.

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@dukemunger6932 2 жыл бұрын

This is the type of video I have been looking for. You didn't start out yelling, "What's up?" at me and there is no crazy music. I don't want to be entertained, I want to be educated and this video, (and hopefully your others), feels like a true instructional tool. Thank you!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Duke, you made my day!

@visuaviewer 10 ай бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 i dunno, i thought it was also entertaining :)

@rosskroeber6157 19 күн бұрын

A well done video! Great explanations of the settings and how to preview changes via simulation mode.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 19 күн бұрын

Thank you Ross, your kind words are much appreciated.

@durrantalan 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic. This is the video that Humminbird should have on its own website. Thank you so much for making and sharing this.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words, what a great way to start my day!

@rogerilgrande3653 2 жыл бұрын

You are a very effective teacher. You assume nothing. You explain even the most basic items in a way that bring out their importance. Thank you so much for your thoughtful approach!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Roger, your kind comments made my day! 👍

@smoovefishing 8 ай бұрын

I know this video is 2 years old but I been looking for a great video on all the settings! That’s for a great video, I saved it so I can go back and look at it when I am checking my settings

@stevechiassonfishing5876 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, they are much appreciated!

@daveengstrom9250 Ай бұрын

I really like the way you do these videos. You take your time, you thoroughly explain the settings, and I like when you use a pencil to point things out. So many "how to" videos rush through things, have poor camera angles, and I learn almost nothing from watching them. My hat is off to you because these things are SO COMPLEX its not easy to learn all the functions. It takes me a long time to learn computer things as I did not grow up with computers and I hate learning new software.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Ай бұрын

Your kind words are a fantastic start to my day. Your willingness to learn is an essential part of getting comfortable with your electronics. Everything is hard before it’s easy 😊.

@donyaremy7168 3 жыл бұрын

Great video showing how to the humminbird unit settings , keep them coming Steve I learn something new each video !

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Don, lots of new video ideas floating in my head .

@glennyamada7753 2 жыл бұрын

Steve, You're videos on the Helix MEGA SI DI GPS G3 are FANTASTIC. These are the BEST videos of the multitude I have viewed. Just packed with info. I keep learning something new every time I review your videos. You explain things very well and in depth. I've only used my Helix 7 once so far and am just itching to set it up next week on my next trip. Hummingbird should seriously look at hiring you!!!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Glenn, I truly appreciate you taking the time to share such positive and encouraging thoughts. Your kind words mean a lot to me. I try to be thorough and complete so that new and experienced anglers both benefit from the videos. Thank you again for the kind words.

@DirtyJobsGuy1 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe the best video explaining what each feature does! I really appreciate the time you put in making this.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael. My next one should be out Friday. I appreciate your kind words.

@garythompson8867 2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait

@briankzimmerman6124 2 жыл бұрын

WOW....Very Informative. Thank you very much for your simple and easy to understand directions. Can't wait to get back on water and try.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

You’re quite welcome Brian, your kind words are very much appreciated!

@flooru2011 4 ай бұрын

Best setup video I have seen! Thanks for sharing!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words, your comment is very much appreciated!

@rconner4053 Жыл бұрын

Great narrative and content style. I liked and subscribed! So many videos out there but yours was the most succinct and helped me target the topic. Glad I clicked on your video. With so many people posting them, the no nonsense description and thumbnail photo are huge in sorting them out. WELL DONE!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, your comment is very much appreciated! 😊

@tomtilton484 Жыл бұрын

Your video instructions are concise and clear and perfect what a great job you're doing thank you so much

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Tom, your thoughtful words are much appreciated.

@woodpens10 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I have had my Helix 7 Mega DI for a year and never had great screen shots like those. I watched your great video all the way through first, then again as I changed the settings on my unit and wow, the final result is very much like your Helix 12 example. I did have to choose color pallet 3 to get the colors like you get with color pallet 2 on your 12. Thank you so much for doing this, cant wait to try it on the lake. Looking forward to your 2D settings video. Thanks!!!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

You’re quite welcome and I am happy your images are better now. Reactions like yours are exactly what I am trying to accomplish. I am working on the 2D video but don’t want to post it until I am happy with it.

@caygeonkid 2 жыл бұрын

I think you would if you are operating in simulation mode, not actual fishing.

@brianharrington5593 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, another fantastic Video. Very informative and clearly understood your voice. This season have been able to dial in my information on screen a LOT BETTER. I've got a couple of newbies to the HB units and your videos have been recommended to them. Also helping me give good info to them.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome Brian! It makes me happy when people start dialing in their units. Thank you for sharing the information too as it is my hope to simplify the learning curve for new Humminbird users.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 жыл бұрын

Brian did you send me a question on accessory/360 yesterday? I was out fishing and read a question I thought from you. I was going to answer when I got home but couldn’t find it anywhere.

@danielnies7144 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the video. It really does help. You explain a lot of things that put the missing pieces of the puzzle together for me. And I'm sure thousands of others. Thanks once again and keep up the great work love your videos

@stevechiassonfishing5876 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Daniel, your kind words mean a great deal to me. It’s always rewarding when you know people appreciate and find your videos helpful.

@samtorrisi2289 2 жыл бұрын

Steve Chiasson your video are the best to explain the settings thanks

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Sam.

@kingben1327 8 ай бұрын

Best video yet. Very informative and explained well

@stevechiassonfishing5876 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for the compliment, it is much appreciated.

@kingben1327 8 ай бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 man I don’t even need these other channels now that I’ve found your channel. Please keep posting content

@stevechiassonfishing5876 8 ай бұрын

Your comment made my day 😊!

@ro-cl2do 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, very detailed and informative. I plan to try your setting on my HB and see how they look. Thanks again. I subscribed and I'm looking forward to more video's.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words and subscribing to my channel.

@dmack1962 Жыл бұрын

Great explanation and easy to follow, thank you for your videos I have learned a lot from you teaching, keep up the good work.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words, what a great way to start my day! 😊

@MrJohnB-qs6dp Жыл бұрын

Very awesome tutorial video!! Learned a lot from this video!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thanks John for your kind words, much appreciated.

@kevinbarnes2546 2 жыл бұрын

WOW - great video. Thank you!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

You’re quite welcome Kevin, glad you enjoyed it.

@jimjohnson1944 2 жыл бұрын

Great information, Steve.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim, sorry for the belated reply. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughtful comment.

@samcharles8015 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! This was exactly what I was looking for =)

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam, I am glad you found the video helpful. Thank you for the kind words.

@mx1209 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, just ordered a helix 5 DI G3. This video should help me set it up. 👍

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, enjoy your new Helix 5.

@OffishalOutdoorGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve I had no idea how to switch frequencies!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

You’re quite welcome, happy to help.

@patrobbins1874 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative video,,,,thanks

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pat, I appreciate you taking the time to comment on my video.

@tomellison8121 29 күн бұрын

Excellent video

@stevechiassonfishing5876 29 күн бұрын

Thanks Tom, much appreciated

@stilltuckered Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed it 😊

@rickyreynolds9056 Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👏🏻

@user-bn1pi1lq8p 4 ай бұрын

Great video, I have mega SI that I need to learn to setup.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, please check out the side imaging video on my channel. It’s done in a similar format to the down imaging video.

@gusoestmann7503 2 жыл бұрын

awesome video

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gus, I appreciate you taking the time to share your kind thoughts.

@malcolmzoll7613 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, I really enjoy your video I have learned a lot here. I believe Humminbird should see if they a have Position for you on their team, you would be a great candidate. Great video 👍

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Malcolm, I appreciate your support and kind words.

@jacktourtillotte8087 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks will look forward to seeing it!

@paulfennell01 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah these things are either incompatible or too over complicated- I’ve got a helix 7 with a strike master map and a transducer 710295-1 I’m not even sure how to operate it or if they work with each other- frustrating for deep trout

@duanelarson6005 2 жыл бұрын

This was awesome for me cause I just bought a new helix 5 Very nice just what I needed

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Duane, I am glad that you found the video helpful. I appreciate you taking time to share your kind words.

@duanelarson6005 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome and now I’m not scared to up my in khowing how and be better at fishing etc.

@TNperry1 2 жыл бұрын

Good job 👍

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim

@user-mu5vb5ns3z Жыл бұрын

Awesome thank you

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, thanks for sharing your comment.

@HydrographicSurveyor 2 жыл бұрын

wow..amazing

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

The clarity on the unit is amazing when you adjust your settings properly for each situation or lake you explore.

@GaOutdoorsman 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Keep em coming!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 жыл бұрын

Will do, thank you!

@35Salty 18 күн бұрын

Fantastic video. Very informative. I've been trying to dial my Helix 7 3G in so I could see my bait when drop shotting. I have watched dozens of videos and tried the settings they suggested but so far I've had no luck. Are there any other factors besides settings that could prevent me from seeing my lure? Thanks for the help.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 18 күн бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, they are much appreciated. The down imaging beam is narrow making it difficult to see your bait. You will have more success using your 2D sonar which shoots out a cone signal. The cone angle will allow you to see your bait. MegaLive is also another way to see your bait. Ice fishing you can even see your swivel above the drop shoot hook, bait, and weight falling.

@robbflores4006 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Steve. New to the Helix family. Question, the settings you do in simulation mode do they stay when you switch to real time imaging mode?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Robb. The settings should transfer to normal mode.

@rlb3255 2 жыл бұрын

Great video for a new user. Are you using the transducer in your Ultrex trolling motor or another mounted transducer?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

I use the built in MDI transducer in my Ultrex. Thank you for the kind words Ralph.

@galenj3524 2 жыл бұрын

Steve, thank you again for such a great video. After checking to see what I actually have, it is a Helix 9 DI GPS and the transducer is 455/800khz. As much as I can find out there are no updates for this unit. We don't fish a lot so is this still a good unit? Your videos have helped me to understand this thing way better. Since I have gotten this Helix 9 it has been nothing but frustration. The boat dealer put on a Helix 5 on the front of the boat with the trolling motor with the same result. Thank you!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

You’re quite welcome Galen and I am glad you’re understanding your units much better now. The Helix 9 is a good unit. I used to have a 998 and 958 and I was still able to see lots with the unit. Taking the time to adjust the settings, especially on different lakes, will definitely give you your best results.

@timward3685 Жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, Great video! My question if you can answer it: I am assuming the settings adjustments for brightness, contrast, zoom, etc are just adjusting the screen display and not making any changes to the recorded sonar signals being received and recorded by the unit, is this your understanding? I believe changing the freq of the sonar does affect what is recorded. Thanks

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim and yes you are correct.

@mattdillion7646 2 жыл бұрын

im having a hard time on what unit to put on my trolling motor. I have a Hummingbird 859 ci HD...sona.GPS...or...a Hummingbirg Helix 7...this vidio is awesome !

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt, you might want to go check out the local dealer and try out the units in simulation mode to do a “test drive” to see what works best for you. They may also have some advice for you that could help. I have another video on my KZfaq channel that may help, Humminbird Images to help you choose the best unit for you type of idea. That may help as well.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eL6Pqtx8nrLIg58.html

@anthonyparham9639 2 ай бұрын

Mr Steve I really love the videos . I just picked up my Helix 7. Been fallowing step how to navigate through the settings. Learn the I do not have the SI enhance option or DI enhance option. Can you tell me what settings I need to look at because I’m going crazy. Thanks a lot Ray.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 ай бұрын

You really just need to play with sensitivity and contrast to dial in your unit.

@anthonyparham9639 2 ай бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 I can change the frequency levels on 2-D, but nothing on the side of view and Downview

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 ай бұрын

Check out my video on the check button, you can use it to change frequency.

@duanew3324 Жыл бұрын

Very good and helpful video. I have one question, does having two transducers on, one on each side of the transom interfere with each other's signals? Thank you in advance

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

I am glad you found the video helpful. Generally speaking, you shouldn’t have any interernce between a 2D transducer and a side imaging or down imaging transducer.

@duanewandel5045 Жыл бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 thank you for your quick reply. Much appreciated, keep up the great lessons.

@PerryShriver 10 ай бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍

@stevechiassonfishing5876 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, glad you found the video helpful.

@FAKE-NAME Ай бұрын

Been looking for a better fishfinder and am considering the humminbird helix 7 mdi gps g4 to use for jigging for salmon. My main issuse with my current sounder is its just too cheap to get any detail (lowrance hook2 4x). I need something that will show me depth of fish so i can get my jig in the right depth. Would my jig show up on this as i jig up and down so i know im really close to depth of fish?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Ай бұрын

Yes it will work, I used a Helix 5 ice fishing in 120’ of water for lakers. I recommend you use 2D sonar for vertical jigging.

@kevinbriggs2611 Жыл бұрын

Steve, do the adjustments made while in simulator mode transfer over to operational mode? Also, I have seen where this unit has the ability to label larger fish with their length. If you are familiar with how to do so, can you please explain it? I am primarily targeting striped bass, puppy drum, sheepshead, speckled trout and flounder. Thanks!!!!!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Yes the simulation adjustments carry over to normal mode. With experience you learn to tell the difference by looking at the signal returns and catch comparisons. I don’t have a formula for differentiating size.

@kevinbriggs2611 Жыл бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 I understand. Thanks so much!

@pixnatunderwaterfilms4683 10 ай бұрын

Hi Steve, Great video. is there a way to upload the DI file into a pc. I can downlaod all the files except the down imaging one. Any idea why?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Take a screenshot using your Helix, transfer sd card to computer, save screenshot, then you have it. Here’s the link to take screenshots. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNKRnrp_zOCpZYE.html

@billcarney993 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I can't wrap my head around chart speed and actual speed of the boat?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 ай бұрын

General rule of thumb is to increase chart speed with your boat speed, decrease chart speed when slowing down the boat. Start with chart speed at the default setting which should be in the middle.

@jasonbaxter6829 3 жыл бұрын

Will it damage the transducer to "run it" out of the water? Thanks.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 жыл бұрын

It is recommended not to run it out of the water. I use the power button to turn sonar off or I put it in standby.

@robertrosenzweig6432 2 жыл бұрын

If settings are entered in demo mode will they same settings carry thru to the active on water mode or is it necessary to enter them in the on water non demo mode again.??

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Great question, when I made one of my videos I thought that the settings would not be saved but then I noticed that they were saved. Not sure if it’s universal for all things. Make a note, take a picture , of what your settings are in simulation then check them when you switch over to normal mode and you can verify for yourself.

@andrewwolf832 10 ай бұрын

So everything works in mine except down/side imaging. Just a black screen. Any thoughts. Helix 9

@stevechiassonfishing5876 10 ай бұрын

Down range set too shallow?

@robertheffler1261 2 жыл бұрын

Plan to buy helix 9 G4. I only troll the Great Lakes. Not sure if DI will be useful at 100-125 ft. Would you have any images at these depth? Have you used DI at these depths? Thanks

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert, I personally have not used it that deep. The unit you’re looking at is designed to shoot mega + imaging to 200’ so it will work in 100-125’ of water.

@bobheffler5370 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve.... What is the max dept you have used DI?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

I generally don’t fish deeper than 60’ unless I am doing some trolling.

@garyruff6120 Жыл бұрын

I am new at this and would like a video on a start-up with a Hummingbird DI 7 G4N

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary, I will see what I can do.

@ricardolopezjr3246 Жыл бұрын

Will this info work on a Helix 7 MDI GPS G4 model? Great video by the way!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Ricardo and yes the same concepts apply to your Helix 7.

@ricardolopezjr3246 Жыл бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 Hey Steve. I forgot to ask you the other day, do you know if there are wall adapters for the Helix 7 instead running it off boat power. They don't seem to exist down here in Texas. Can a electronics store rig up something or is that too risky?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Hi Ricardo, there is a PC Helix 12V DC Ice Flasher Accessory product code 720105-1 that is available with a cigarette lighter connector so if you have an adapter that plugs into the wall to receive the cigarette lighter connector that could work. Personally I use an ice fishing 12V and connect to that when I want to use Helix indoors.

@ricardolopezjr3246 Жыл бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 Perfect. That's exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks Steve.

@Flightstar 2 жыл бұрын

I want to look for sunken boats and outboard motors within 400' depth is this unit good for this?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

I have found sunken boats most often with side imaging but never in depths of 400’ as I don’t fish waters that deep. Mega down imaging isn’t designed for 400’ depths. Using lower frequency non mega settings would give you your best chance at finding sunken boats. I have no experience at those depths so I can’t give you a definite answer.

@robbflores4006 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve...I have a Helix 10 mdi G4 hooked to my ultrex with the mdi transducer built in. It reads the down imaging but doesn't show the depth. Could the built in transducer be acting up or is it a setting not correct? Help please sir.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Try under the set up tab and scroll down to digital readouts to make sure you are displaying the depth. I am assuming you have the proper cabling attached to your unit, MKR MI 1 attached to cable from Ultrex and plugs into your Helix.

@robbflores4006 2 жыл бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 I do but will double check the number on cable. On the box for depth I checked sonar,

@user-io7rs1zp7f 11 ай бұрын

When you set up your settings in simulation mode will they be set like that once back to normal or will I have to write down my settings and adjust then when back to normal?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 11 ай бұрын

The settings should carry over to normal mode.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 11 ай бұрын

Taking a picture of your settings works if you do want to remember them for another time.

@I2aIVIpAgE 2 жыл бұрын

Is it normal for my mega down imaging to have a red tint? If i freeze frame and mess with settings the water column is black but any new image coming in from the right the water column has a red tint im not sure if its normal or how to fix it. Thank you!

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

I am not familiar with a red tint, try a different colour palette and see if it’s still there, may just be the colour palette you are using.

@Prentis1 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve. Is this the G3N or G4N?

@Prentis1 2 жыл бұрын

Okay at the end of video. I see its the g3n.

@kylecribb5618 Ай бұрын

Steve. I can mess with contrast and sensitive and get it ok but I still many days that the image is fuzzy.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Ай бұрын

Do you fish murky water?

@joeturner1195 Жыл бұрын

Have a Helix 9 do these settings and buttons work the same as the 12 that you were working on . Mine is Helix 9 DI mega

@joeturner1195 Жыл бұрын

Sorry hit wrong button have a Helix 9 MDI +GPS G4N will the things that you showed on this video work on the Helix 9 as the Helix 12 you were working on

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joe, there are very minimal differences between my G3N and your G4N. The Helix 9 and 12 work on the same operating system. I do have a video on my channel comparing G3N and G4N.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Here’s the link kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bLd3aMp2md7Romw.html

@joeturner1195 Жыл бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 thanks

@straightwhitemale5753 3 ай бұрын

I just got a Helix 9 MDI+ g4N GPS. I'm so nervous to work the settings. It'll be my first fish finder besides a Deeper.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 ай бұрын

Using the unit in simulation mode, as demonstrated in the video, is a great way to familiarize yourself with the unit.

@straightwhitemale5753 3 ай бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 Oooh, I assure you, I plan on it. Lol

@straightwhitemale5753 3 ай бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 I plan to 100%.

@charlestiner3045 Жыл бұрын

Does this include all helix 5 DI CHIRP

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

The settings are basically the same but keep in mind that the Helix 5 will not give you the mega option.

@stephanefraga2599 10 ай бұрын

In general, the TI units are faster in response to inputs. This is seen when quickly switching between sonar, downscan, chart, and split screens kzfaq.infoUgkxeAxH15LxhjGlg5-CRYqjTGTEH0tbY4vk recommend The Hook units will show some lag on button pushes and screen switching. The big ticket item though is maps. If you install a mapping card such as Navionics or the free C-Map Genesis which has a lot of map detail, then moving around the map with the cursor or when running down the lake can lag significantly on the Hook units, but is seamless with the TI units.

@stevechiassonfishing5876 10 ай бұрын

That’s awesome, glad you’re enjoying your Humminbird.

@straightwhitemale5753 3 ай бұрын

I dont get the slow screen scroll. Wouldnt that screw up your image if your not going a fraction of a mile an hour tops?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 3 ай бұрын

Generally speaking, the faster the boat speed, faster the chart speed and vice versa. Start with the setting at 5, in the middle and adjust accordingly. Mega 360 shows best images at lowest cycling speed. 2D, DI, SI use the designated chart speed.

@straightwhitemale5753 3 ай бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 Yea, I heard you set it at the speed your going. Like if you're going 3 mph then you set it to 3.

@jacktourtillotte8087 2 жыл бұрын

When will see 2d sonar settings?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

Still working on it, I am trying to get some really good images to make the video special.

@spookify 2 жыл бұрын

Narrow, wide or Full for DI?

@stevechiassonfishing5876 2 жыл бұрын

My sonar settings is set at wide.

@mikelembke5121 4 ай бұрын

Can i setup a hummingbird helix 5 without being in the water

@stevechiassonfishing5876 4 ай бұрын

It’s always better on the water to match current conditions. You can set it up off the water by putting it into simulation mode, just remember to flip back to normal mode (during start up procedures hitting menu button as per prompt from unit). During normal mode the transducer will be pinging which you can avoid by shutting sonar off and you can work on map/chart data.

@mikelembke5121 4 ай бұрын

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 ty

@leonardmartin5145 8 ай бұрын

Yeah yeah I've done all that and just can't get a picture anything like that

@stevechiassonfishing5876 8 ай бұрын

Contrast is the key adjustment, what unit are you using?

@rickhamilton5554 Жыл бұрын

Helix

@stevechiassonfishing5876 Жыл бұрын

Yes screenshot taken with a Helix 12 G3N MDI+

@richardcontant4659 6 ай бұрын

a group of pikes ???

@stevechiassonfishing5876 6 ай бұрын

Pipes

@JohnJones-zm3nb 2 жыл бұрын

Why not make a video what buttons to push how to turn it on & how to get down imageing get right in front of the unit in the shade with no glare & show what buttons to push & where is the on off button had mind for two years can’t find on / off button

@drjaywhitlock 2 жыл бұрын

You have had it for 2 years and you can't find the on/off button????? Really?? If you can't look at the unit and after looking at the buttons not figure out which one is the power button or call Humminbird or even ask the rep you bought the unit from where it is then this technology is wayyyyyyyy over your head. And if you watch the video he does show where the buttons are.

@Mike-xw8vs 2 жыл бұрын

@@drjaywhitlock He can't spell imaging, what does that tell you?