PiranhaMAX™Portable150PT,160PT,190cPT
Installation and Operations Manual
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Table of Contents
PiranhaMAX™ Portable Case Assembly
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1. Assembling the PiranhaMAX™ Mount .................................................. 2
2. Assembling the Base and Handle .......................................................... 2
3. Assembling the Control Head to the Base and Handle.......................... 4
4. Routing the Cables in the Base .............................................................. 5
5. Assembling the Portable Case................................................................ 8
6. Charging and Installing the Battery........................................................ 9
7. Assembling the Transducer Mounting Bracket ....................................10
8. Stowing the Portable Transducer
and Battery Charger into the Portable Case..........................................11
Installing the Portable Case on the Boat
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1. Connecting the Transducer and Power Cables
to the Portable Case ..............................................................................12
2. Attaching the Portable Case to the Boat ..............................................13
Mounting the Portable Transducer
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1. Testing the Transducer Prior to Installation ..........................................14
2. Mounting the Portable Transducer on the Boat....................................14
Moving the Portable Fishfinder
Powering ON and OFF
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What You See On the Display
PiranhaMAX™ Sonar Technology
Single Beam Sonar.................................................................................... 20
Dual Beam Sonar ...................................................................................... 20
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Table of Contents
The Menu System
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Light (Setting Not Saved in Memory) ........................................................ 21
Sensitivity (Setting Saved in Memory) ...................................................... 21
Depth Range (Setting Not Saved in Memory) .......................................... 22
Zoom (Setting Not Saved in Memory)........................................................ 22
Chart Speed (Setting Saved in Memory) .................................................. 23
Fish Alarm (Setting Saved in Memory)...................................................... 23
Depth Alarm (Setting Not Saved in Memory)............................................ 23
Filter (Setting Saved in Memory) .............................................................. 24
SetUp Menu (Setting Not Saved in Memory)............................................ 24
Contrast (Setting Saved in Memory) .................................................... 24
Fish ID+™ (Setting Saved in Memory) ................................................ 25
Bottom View (Setting Saved in Memory).............................................. 25
Battery Alarm (Setting Saved in Memory)............................................ 27
Language (Setting Saved in Memory, International Only).................... 27
Units (Setting Saved in Memory, International Only) .......................... 27
Maintenance
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How to Remove Water from the Portable Case........................................ 28
Troubleshooting
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International Purchases
Humminbird® 1-Year Limited Warranty
Humminbird® Service Policy
Returning Your Unit for Service
Specifications
Contact Humminbird®
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PiranhaMAX™ Portable Case Assembly
ItisimportanttoperformthePiranhaMAX™portablecaseassemblytasksinorder,
referring to the step-by-step procedures that represent the following main
assembly tasks:
• Assembling the PiranhaMAX™ mount
• Assembling the base and handle
• Assembling the control head to the base and handle
• Routing the cables in the base
• Assembling the portable case
• Charging and installing the battery
• Assembling the transducer mounting bracket
• Stowing the portable transducer and battery charger into the portable case.
When you are done, the control head and the transducer will be part of the
portable case assembly, and you will be ready to take your portable case to the
boat for final setup.
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1. Assembling the PiranhaMAX™ Mount
Your PiranhaMAX™ mount will either have a tilt mount or a tilt and swivel mount.
Refer to either procedures A or B below to assemble the mount.
Tilt and Swivel
PiranhaMAX™ Mount
A. If you have a tilt mount, refer to the following
information:
Noassemblyisrequiredforthetiltmount. Proceed
to Assembling the Base and Handle.
Arms
B. If you have a tilt and swivel mount, use the
following steps:
Mount
1. Insert the arms into the mount. Then, hold
the arms in place as you turn the mount
upside down.
Swivel
Ring
2. Insert the swivel ring into the mount, with
the countersink holes for the arm screws
facing out.
Countersink
Side Out
3. Secure the arms with the 4 #6 screws
provided. Hand tighten only!
Arm Screws,
4 #6 x7/16"
2. Assembling the Base and Handle
In this procedure, you will install the PiranhaMAX™ mount and handle to the
base of the portable case.
Punching Holes
1. Turn the base upside down.
Punch out the mounting holes
labeled “C” with a hammer and
a screwdriver (or an awl) as
shown in the illustration
Punching Holes.
2. Turn thebaserightsideup. Line
up the PiranhaMAX™ mount
with the holes you punched out
in step 1.
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3. Using a socket wrench and a Phillips screwdriver, secure the
PiranhaMAX™ mount to the base with the four included 3/4” screws,
lock washers, and nuts. Hand tighten only!
Attaching the Mount to the Base
PiranhaMAX™ Mount
(tilt OR tilt and swivel)
Base
4. Install the handle onto the base, so that the curved part of the handle
faces towards the back of the base, towards the battery well. Use the
four included #8-32 x 7/16" screws, two on each side, to attach the
handle to the base (see the illustrations Installing the Handle Onto the
Base and Sliding in the Handle). Hand tighten only!
Sliding in the Handle
Installing the Handle Onto the Base
NOTE: The handle is keyed so that it only fits onto the base in one direction.
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3. Assembling the Control Head to the Base and Handle
In this procedure you will install the control head onto the base assembly.
1. Insertthethumbknobboltthroughthepivotknuckleonthecontrolhead.
Assembling the Control Head to the Base and Handle
Pivot
Knuckle
Thumbknob
Bolt
Gimbal Knob
Gimbal Knob
Rear View
Front View
2. Alignthepivotknucklewiththemountarmsandslideintoplace, twisting
slightly if necessary, until the unit is firmly seated.
3. Rotate the control head to the desired angle and hand tighten the
thumbknob bolt.
4. Thread the gimbal knob onto the pivot bolt and tighten.
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4. Routing the Cables in the Base
In this procedure, you will route the
powerandtransducerjumpercableson
theundersideofthebase,andattachthe
tie-down straps that will be used to
secure the battery to the base in a later
procedure.
Attaching the Battery Tie-Down Straps
1. Turnthebaseupsidedown, then
thread the two included hook
and loop battery tie-down straps
from the bottom of the base up
through each side of the battery
well, using the strap holes (see
the illustration Attaching the
Battery Tie-Down Straps).
Battery
tie-downstraps
2. Route the power cable from the mount DOWN through the center hole
of the base. Route the transducer jump cable UP through the base
and mount.
Pulling the Cables Through the Base
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Connecting the Cables to the Control Head
3. Connect the cables to the control head.
The slots for the plugs are keyed to
prevent reverse installation, and
insertion should be easy. Do not to force
the connectors into the control head.
4. Pull the power cable through the
opening in the long side of the cable
well and insert it into the battery well
(see the illustration Installing the
Cables Onto the Base).
Installing the Cables Onto the Base
Screws
Transducer
Jumper
Cable
Power Cable Jumper Cable Well
5. Route the transducer jumper cable (see the illustration Installing the
Cables Onto the Base) out the long side of the cable well and follow the
arrows on the base.
6. Fit the transducer jumper cable connector down into the jumper cable
well and snap it into place. Insert the two #6-32 x 1/4" screws included
to secure the transducer jumper connector and tighten using a Phillips
screwdriver. Hand tighten only!
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7. Secure all cables to the base, using the included zip ties, at the mount
points shown in the illustration (see the illustration Tying Down the
Cables).
Tying Down the Cables
Zip Tie
Mounting
Point
Transducer
Jumper Cable
Power Cable
8. Turn the base right side up and pull up gently on the battery tie-down
straps to remove the slack.
NOTE: You will need to perform more assembly procedures, as well as charge the
battery for 8 hours, before you install the battery into the portable case. See
Charging and Installing the Battery for more information.
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5. Assembling the Portable Case
In this procedure, you will install the base assembly into the portable case.
1. Unzip the largest opening on the front of the portable case.
2. Insert the base assembly into the portable case, so that the
PiranhaMAX™ control head is facing out of the case. For best results,
pull the case over one shoulder of the handle at a time.
3. Adjust the case so that you can easily grab the handle, through the
fabric handhold inset, from the outside top of the portable case.
Installing the Base into the Case
Pulling the Case over the Handle
Holding the Portable Case
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6. Charging and Installing the Battery
In this procedure you will charge and then install and secure the battery.
1. Charge the battery, using the included battery charger, until it is fully
chargedasindicatedbytheLEDonthecharger. Chargingusuallyrequires
8 continuous hours but may vary depending on your configuration.
NOTE: Some international models may not include a battery or battery charger.
2. Openthebottombackzipperontheportablecase, andinstallthebattery
in the battery well. While holding the tie-down straps out of the way,
makesurethepowercableisfittedsnuglyintotheslotinthewellsothat
thebatterydoesnotrestonit(seetheillustrationInstalling the Battery).
Installing the Battery
Tying Down the Battery
3. Pull the two battery tie-down straps over the top of the battery and
connect both ends of each strap over the top, making sure that the
straps are pulled tight around the battery and that the battery is
seated securely in the battery well.
4. Zip up the back opening.
NOTE: Do NOT connect the power cable to the battery at this time. You should
wait until just before fishing to connect the power cable to the battery.
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7. Assembling the Transducer Mounting Bracket
In this procedure you will assemble the portable transducer mounting bracket.
1. Lineupthetworatchetpiecesatposition1sothatthebeadsarealigned
with the rib on the transducer. See illustrations.
Transducer Knuckle Positions
Ratchets Placed in Position 1
Beads
Knuckle
Ratchet
Rib at
position 1
2. Assemble the other transducer parts as shown (see the illustration
Assembling the Portable Bracket below). Hand tighten only!
Assembling the Portable Bracket
Suction Cup
Portable Transducer
Assembly
Phillips Head
Screw
Washer
Bolt
Ratchet
Wing Nut
NOTE: If you are unable to ratchet the transducer so that it rests below the water and
points straight down, you can disassemble it and align the beads with a different
number until you reach a position that allows the proper alignment.
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Ratchets Placed in Position 2
Bead
Rib
Ratchet
8. Stowing the Portable Transducer and
Battery Charger into the Portable Case
1. Load the portable transducer into the carrying compartment (upper zip
opening on the back of the portable case) and close the zipper.
2. Turn the portable case around so that you can access the front, and load
the battery charger into the zip pocket on the left as you face the front
of the portable case.
3. Make sure all the zippers are closed.
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Installing the Portable Case On the Boat
Sincethe portablecase has alarge non-skid mounting surface, itmay beattached
to almost any surface.
In this section, you will route the cables on the boat, connect the transducer and
power cables to the portable case, and attach the portable case to a dry and
convenient location on your boat.
1. Connecting the Transducer and Power Cables
to the Portable Case
1. Make sure the large opening in the front of the portable case is
unzipped; you may want to roll up the flap and secure it with the
provided strap and clip while you’re working.
2. Plugthetransducercableintothejumperportintheportablecasetothe
left of the control head, as you face the front of the bag (see the
illustration Plugging in the Transducer).
Plugging in the Transducer
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3. Turn the portable case around so
that you can access the back, and
open the back zipper. Connect the
spade clip on the red wire of the
power cable to the red terminal on
the battery, and the spade clip on
the black wire of the power cable
to the black terminal on the
battery. Make sure that the spade
clips are snugly attached to the
terminals (see the illustration
Connecting the Spade Clips).
Connecting the Spade Clips
4. Make sure the back battery door
and side pockets are zipped, but
leavethefrontofthebagunzipped
for easy access during installation.
2. Attaching the Portable Case to the Boat
1. Attach the portable case to a surface on the boat by threading rope or
bungee cord (not provided) through the D-rings on either side of the
portable case.
NOTE: Humminbird® recommends that you do NOT position the portable case on the
bottom of the boat, or in a location where it can be splashed by or immersed in water,
as the portable case is water resistant, but not waterproof.
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Mounting the Portable Transducer
OnceyourPortablefishfinderisfullyassembled(seethePortable Case Assembly
section for more information), it takes just a few easy steps before you are ready
to fish:
• Test the transducer prior to installation
• Mount the portable transducer on the boat
1. Testing the Transducer Prior to Installation
Prior to installation, test the transducer to make sure that no damage occurred
during shipping.
1. Hold the transducer in the water over the side of the boat to confirm
proper operation. If the transducer is working properly, you should be
able to see the bottom on the control head display.
2. Mounting the Portable Transducer on the Boat
Perform the procedures in this section to install the transducer on your boat.
NOTE: The suction cup mount is designed for quick, easy installation and removal,
NOT for high speed operation. If you intend to operate your boat at any speed faster
than trolling speeds, remove the suction cup transducer from the water.
It is important that the mounting position allows the transducer to rest beneath
the surface of the water, pointing straight down. You can mount the transducer
anywhereonthesideoftheboatifyour boatremainsstationary. Ifyouaretrolling,
it is best to mount the transducer on the transom of the boat.
Your portable transducer is designed to be installed and adjusted without the use
of tools. Mounting the transducer to the boat is a simple yet important operation.
A poor mounting location will affect the overall performance of the Humminbird®
unit, sofollowthemountinginstructionscarefully. Itisimportantthatthemounting
position allows the transducer to rest beneath the surface of the water, pointing
straight down. You can mount the transducer anywhere on the side of the boat if
your boat remains stationary.
NOTE: If you are trolling, it is best to mount the transducer on the transom of the boat.
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1. Mount the transducer so that it points straight down and so that the
transducer itself is submerged in the water (see the illustration Portable
Transducer Mount).
Portable Transducer Mount
Transducer Running Angle
2. Adjust the running angle so that the transducer is parallel to and
below the surface of the water (see the illustration Transducer
Running Angle).
3. Hand-tighten the wing nut so that the transducer will not rotate.
4. Secure the transducer cable in
case of accidental release when
the boat is moving, since a loose
transducer can cause damage to
itself, your boat, or become
tangled in the propeller. Attach
the tie-down strap to the
transducer cable around an
immovableobjectsuchasarailor
fitting,asshownintheillustration
(see the illustration Transducer
Tie-Down Strap).
Transducer Tie-Down Strap
5. When you have finished using the transducer, unplug the transducer
cable from the transducer jumper port on the base, then coil the cable
around the assembly.
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Moving the Portable Fishfinder
You should take the portable case with you when you leave the boat and will not
be using it. Perform the following steps to make your unit mobile:
1. With the boat engine off, loosen all cable retainers/clips holding the
transducer.
2. Remove the case from the surface mount.
3. Remove the transducer from the surface where it has been mounted,
wipe it dry, and stow it in the portable case rear pocket.
4. Unplug the power cable when not in use.
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Powering ON and OFF
Press and hold the POWER-MENU key until the PiranhaMAX™ powers on,
then release the key. To power off, press and hold the POWER-MENU key until
the unit shuts down.
When the PiranhaMAX™ powers on, the 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.
• Use SetUp to display additional set-up menu choices;
access SetUp by pressing the Right Arrow Key twice
(See SetUp Menu for more information).
Display
LEFT Arrow Key
RIGHT Arrow Key
POWER/MENU Key
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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.
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 below as a guide to the most common
conditions and practice using your PiranhaMAX™ over known bottom types.
PMAX150/190c (Single Beam) and
PMAX160 (Dual Beam) Display
1
4
5
6
8
2
3
7
9
10
*Unitswith83kHzDualBeamsonarshowtargetsinthewidebeamashollowfishicons.
1 - Water Surface Line
2 - Depth-MeasuredattheTransducer
3 - Temperature
5 - Surface Clutter
6 - Structure
7 - Bottom Contour
8 - Lower Range
4 - Upper Range
9 - 83 kHz, Wide Beam Hollow Fish Symbol (Dual Beam Units only)*
10 - 200 kHz, Narrow Beam Shaded Fish Symbol
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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.
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.
Your PiranhaMAX™ will have Single or Dual Beam sonar. Find the correct sonar
description that applies to your unit.
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Single Beam Sonar
The PiranhaMAX™150 and PiranhaMAX™190c use 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.
Dual Beam Sonar
The PiranhaMAX™160 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+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.
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The Menu System
A simple menu system allows you to access your PiranhaMAX™ 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 saved and 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.
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.
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.
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 [PiranhaMAX™150/160]; 0 to 10, Default =
10 [PiranhaMAX™190c])
NOTE: Continuous backlight operation will significantly decrease the 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 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)
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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 ft [PiranhaMAX™150 and 160], 15 to 800 ft
[PiranhaMAX™190c], 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.
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)
Upper
Zoom Range
Structure
Magnified Bottom
with More Detail
Lower
Zoom Range
There is also a series of manual ranges which can be selected. The manual
depth ranges are determined by the present depth conditions.
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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)
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. (Off, Large,
Large/Medium, All, Default = Off)
Large fish only
Large/Medium fish only
All fish
Depth Alarm
(Setting 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)
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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)
SetUp Menu
(Setting Not Saved in Memory)
Press the POWER-MENU key until SetUp appears. Press the RIGHT Arrow key
to select On. (Off, On, Default = Off)
When you activate 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:
• Contrast
• Battery Alarm
• Fish ID+TM
• Bottom View
• Language (International only)
• Units (International only).
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Contrast (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory, Monochrome only)
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)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
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Fish ID+TM (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory)
Make sure that the SetUp menu is selected, then press the POWER-MENU key
until FISH ID+TM appears. Select either Off to view “raw” sonar returns or On to
view Fish symbols. Fish ID+TM 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.
200 kHz
Raw Sonar,
Fish ID+TM
Off
Narrow beam,
Fish ID+TM On
83 kHz
200 kHz
Raw Sonar,
Fish ID+TM
Off
Wide beam,
Narrow beam,
Fish ID+TM On
Fish ID+TM On
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.
NOTE: Hollow fish symbols are not available on 200 kHz Single 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. (Structure ID, Black,
WhiteLine, Inverse, Default = Inverse)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
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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.
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.
NOTE: Bottom Black View is not available on color
models.
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.
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.
NOTE: Inverse View is not available on color models.
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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)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Language (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory, International only)
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)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
Units (SetUp Menu)
(Setting Saved in Memory, International only)
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)
Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu.
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Maintenance
Your Humminbird® Portable fishfinder is designed to provide years of trouble-free
operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow the simple procedures below to
ensure that your Humminbird® Portable continues to deliver top performance.
If the Portable case comes into contact with salt spray, wipe the affected surfaces
with a lint-free cloth, then apply a commercially available anti-corrosive treatment
to all exposed electrical contacts.
If the portable case bag becomes dirty, clean the bag with mild soap, water, and
a soft rag or brush and then hang it up to dry.
Do not use a chemical glass cleaner on the lens - this may 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.
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.
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.
NeverleaveyourHumminbird®Portableunitinaclosedcarortrunk-theextremely
high temperatures generated in hot weather can damagethe electronics. Repairs
should be performed only by authorized Humminbird® technicians.
How to Remove Water from the Portable Case
Open the front zipper and pull the case down to allow water to exit the case. If
needed, removethecasefromtheplasticbaseandair-dryit. Followrecommended
maintenance procedures for salt spray exposure if needed.
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Troubleshooting
DonotattempttorepairthePiranhaMAX™ yourself. Therearenouser-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 yourPiranhaMAX™, usethefollowingtroubleshootingguidebefore
calling the Customer Resource Center or sending your unit in for repair.
1. Nothing happens when I turn the unit on.
Checkthepowercableconnectionatbothends. Besurethecableisconnected
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.
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
intotheunit.Inaddition,inspectthetransducercablefromendtoendforbreaks,
kinks, orcutsintheoutercasingofthecable. Alsomakesurethatthetransducer
is fully submerged in water. If the transducer is connected to the unit through
aswitch, temporarilyconnectitdirectlytotheunitandtryagain. Ifnoneofthese
actions identifies an obvious problem, the transducer itself is probably at fault.
Be sure to include the transducer if returning the unit for repair.
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3. There is no bottom reading visible on the display.
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
transducerswitchtoconnecttwotransducerstothePiranhaMAX™, makesure
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, inspectthetransducer cablefrom 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 (90 cm) 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.
6. I get gaps in the reading at certain speeds.
The suction cup mount is designed for quick, easy installation and removal,
NOT for high speed operation. If you intend to operate your boat at any speed
faster than trolling speeds, remove the suction cup transducer from the water.
Thetransducerpositionmayneedtobeadjusted. Amixofairandwaterflowing
around the transducer (cavitation) may be interfering with the interpretation of
the sonar data. See your Installation Guide for suggestions on adjusting the
transducer position, height, and running angle.
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7. 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.
8. The display shows many black dots at 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.
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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.
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Humminbird® 1-Year Limited Warranty
We warrant the original retail purchaser that products made by Humminbird®
have been manufactured free from defects in materials and workmanship. This
warranty is effective for one year from the date of original retail purchase.
Humminbird® products found to be defective and covered by this warranty will
be replaced or repaired free of charge at Humminbird’s option and returned to
the customer freight prepaid. Humminbird’s sole responsibility under this
warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a product that has been
deemed defective by Humminbird®. Humminbird® is not responsible for charges
connected with the removal of such product or reinstallation of replaced or
repaired parts.
This warranty does not apply to a product that has been:
• Improperly installed;
• Used in an installation other than that recommended in the product
installation and operation instructions;
• Damaged or has failed because of an accident or abnormal operation;
• Repaired or modified by entities other than Humminbird®.
Please retain your original receipt as a proof of the purchase date. This will be
required for in-warranty service.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF HUMMINBIRD® AND WILL
BE THE CUSTOMER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, EXCEPT FOR ANY APPLICABLE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER STATE LAW WHICH ARE HEREBY LIMITED
IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN
NO EVENT WILL HUMMINBIRD® BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS.
Some states do not allow limitations on an implied warranty, or the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to
you. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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Humminbird® Service Policy
Even though you'll probably never need to take advantage of our incredible
service policy, it's good to know that we back our products this confidently.
We do it because you deserve the best. We will make every effort to repair
your unit within three business days from the receipt of your unit at our factory.
This does not include shipping time to and from our factory. Units received on
Friday are typically shipped by the following Wednesday, units received
Monday are typically shipped by Thursday, etc.
All repair work is performed by factory-trained technicians to meet exacting
factory specifications. Factory-serviced units go through the same rigorous
testing and quality control inspections as new production units.
After the original warranty period, a standard flat rate service charge will be
assessed for each repair (physical damage and missing parts are not included).
Any repairs made after the original warranty will be warranted for an additional
90 days after service has been performed by our factory technicians. You can
contact our Customer Resource Center or visit our website to verify the flat
rate repair fee for your product (visit the Product Support section):
We reserve the right to deem any product unserviceable when replacement
parts are no longer available or impossible to obtain. This Service Policy is valid
in the United States only. This applies only to Humminbird® products returned
to our factory in Eufaula, Alabama. This Service Policy is subject to change
without notice.
DOMESTIC (USA) CUSTOMERS:
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO STORE FOR SERVICE
For all technical issues please call 1-800-633-1468
Please reference product serial number and
model number when contacting Humminbird®.
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Returning Your Unit for Service
Before sending your unit in for repair, please contact the factory, either by phone
or by email, to obtain a Repair Authorization Number for your unit.
NOTE: Please do not return your Humminbird® to the store for service.
Please have your product model name and serial number available before calling
the factory. If you contact the factory by e-mail, please include your product
model name and serial number in the e-mail, and use Request for Repair
Authorization Number for your e-mail subject header. You should include your
Repair Authorization Number in all subsequent communications about your unit.
For IN-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps:
• Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird®
Customer Resource Center.
• Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and your
assigned Repair Authorization Number.
• Include a brief written description of the problem.
• Include a copy of your receipt (to show proof and date of purchase).
• Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird®, using an insured
carrier with delivery confirmation.
For OUT-OF-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps:
• Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird®
Customer Resource Center.
• Include payment in the form of credit card number and expiration date,
money order or personal check. Please do not send cash.
• Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and your
assigned Repair Authorization Number.
• Include a brief written description of the problem.
• Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird®, using an insured
carrier with delivery confirmation.
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Specifications
Depth Capability........................................................... 600 ft (185 m) – (PMAX150/160)
800 ft (250 m) – (PMAX190c)
Power Output ................................................................800 Watts (PTP) – (PMAX150/160)
1600 Watts (PTP) – (PMAX190c)
Operating Frequency............................................. 200 kHz Single Beam (PMAX150/190c)
200 kHz and 83 kHz Dual Beam™ (PMAX160)
Area of Coverage (PMAX150/190c).......................................... 20° @ -10 dB in 200 kHz
Area of Coverage (PMAX160)....................................................... 60° @ -10 dB in 83 kHz
20° @ -10 dB in 200 kHz
Target Separation ............................................................................ 2 1/2 Inches (63.5 mm)
Portable Case ....................................................................... 8.75" H x 10.25" W x 9.83" D
223 mm H x 261 mm W x 250 mm D
Power Requirement ............................................................................................. 10-20 VDC
LCD Matrix..........................................................................160 V x 128 H – (PMAX150/160)
320 V x 240 H – (PMAX190c)
Transducer............................................................................................................... XPT-9-20-T
Transducer Cable Length ..................................................................................... 20 ft (6 m)
NOTE: Product specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
NOTE: Humminbird® verifies maximum stated depth in saltwater conditions, however
actual depth performance may vary due to transducer installation, water type,
thermal layers, bottom composition and slope.
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Notes
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Contact Humminbird®
Contact the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center
in any of the following ways:
By Telephone
(Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time):
1-800-633-1468
By e-mail
(typically we respond to your e-mail within three business days):
For direct shipping, our address is:
Humminbird
Service Department
678 Humminbird Lane
Eufaula, AL 36027 USA
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