Humminbird 1157C User Manual
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Thank You!
Thank you for choosing Humminbird®, America's #1 name in fishfinders. Humminbird® has built its
reputation by designing and manufacturing top-quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your
Humminbird® is designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. In the unlikely
event that your Humminbird® does require repairs, we offer an exclusive Service Policy - 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 Warranty section in this manual. We encourage you to read this installation and
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 web site at www.humminbird.com.
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.
WARNING! Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should 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.
WARNING! This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or
reproductive harm.
1100 Series™, Cannon™, CannonLink™, HumminbirdPC™, Humminbird®, InterLink™, WeatherSense®, and X-Press™ Menu(s)
are trademarked by or registered trademarks of Humminbird®.
© 2009 Humminbird®, Eufaula AL, USA. All rights reserved.
ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Products sold in the U.S. are not intended for use in the
international market. Humminbird® international units provide international features and are designed to
meet country and regional regulations. Languages, maps, time zones, units of measurement, and
warranty are examples of features that are customized for Humminbird® international units purchased
through our authorized international distributors.
To obtain a list of authorized international distributors, please visit our web site at www.humminbird.com
or contact our Customer Resource Center at (334) 687-6613.
NOTE: Some features discussed in this manual require a separate purchase, and some features are only
available on international models. Every effort has been made to clearly identify those features. Please read
the manual carefully in order to understand the full capabilities of your model.
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Table of Contents
1100 Series™ Introduction 1
How Sonar Works........................................................................................................................................ 1
High Definition Side Imaging Sonar
(1197c SI Combo models only)
............................................................ 3
DualBeam PLUS™ Sonar ............................................................................................................................ 3
QuadraBeam PLUS™ Sonar
(optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS™ transducer only)
................................ 4
Universal Sonar 2 4
How GPS and Cartography Work 4
MMC/SD Slot 5
Software Updates........................................................................................................................................ 6
Accessory Bus 6
Video and GPS Output Connectors ............................................................................................................ 6
Installation Overview 7
Control Head Installation 9
Gimbal Mounting the Control Head............................................................................................................ 9
In-Dash Mounting the Control Head ........................................................................................................ 14
Connecting the Control Head Power Cable to the Boat .......................................................................... 16
Transducer Installation Overview 18
1197c SI Transducer Installation
(1197c SI Combo models only)
................................................................ 18
1157c Transducer Installation
(1157c Combo models only)
........................................................................ 25
Trolling Motor Transducer Installation...................................................................................................... 40
Trolling Motor Transducer Options............................................................................................................ 40
GPS Receiver Installation 40
Stem Mounting with an Existing 1" - 14 Thread Stem ............................................................................ 41
Access Under Mounting Location ............................................................................................................ 42
No Access Under Mounting Location ...................................................................................................... 43
Finish Routing the Cable and Check GPS Receiver Operation ................................................................ 44
Testing the System Installation 45
Getting Started - Using Your 1100 Series™ 46
Powering Up the Control Head ................................................................................................................ 47
What’s on the Sonar Display .................................................................................................................. 48
Understanding Sonar History.................................................................................................................... 50
Real Time Sonar (RTS®) Window .............................................................................................................. 50
Sonar Bottom Presentation ...................................................................................................................... 51
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Understanding Side Imaging
(1197c SI Combo models only)
53
What’s on the Side Imaging Display ........................................................................................................ 54
Side Imaging Technology: How It Works.................................................................................................. 56
Side Imaging: On the Water Interpretation.............................................................................................. 57
Key Functions 61
POWER/LIGHT Key .................................................................................................................................... 61
VIEW Key.................................................................................................................................................... 61
MENU Key.................................................................................................................................................. 62
4-WAY Cursor Control Key ........................................................................................................................ 62
View Preset Keys........................................................................................................................................ 63
EXIT Key...................................................................................................................................................... 63
INFO Key .................................................................................................................................................... 63
MARK Key .................................................................................................................................................. 64
GOTO Key.................................................................................................................................................... 64
ZOOM (+/-) Keys........................................................................................................................................ 64
Views 65
Views and Readouts.................................................................................................................................. 65
Side Imaging View
(1197c SI Combo models only)
...................................................................................... 66
Sonar View ................................................................................................................................................ 69
Sonar Zoom View ...................................................................................................................................... 71
Split Sonar View ........................................................................................................................................ 72
Side/Sonar Combo View
(1197c SI Combo models only)
............................................................................ 73
Snapshot and Recording View.................................................................................................................. 74
Side Beam View
(with optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS™ transducer only)
.......................................... 79
Bird’s Eye View .......................................................................................................................................... 82
Chart/Bird’s Eye Combo View .................................................................................................................. 84
Chart View.................................................................................................................................................. 86
Chart/Chart Combo View .......................................................................................................................... 89
Chart/Sonar Combo View.......................................................................................................................... 91
Chart/Side Combo View
(1197c SI Combo models only)
............................................................................ 92
Chart Orientation ...................................................................................................................................... 93
Viewing Cartography 93
Introduction to Navigation 95
Waypoints, Routes and Tracks.................................................................................................................. 95
Save, Edit, or Delete a Waypoint.............................................................................................................. 96
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Navigate to a Waypoint or Position .......................................................................................................... 97
Add a Waypoint Target or Trolling Grid .................................................................................................... 98
Save, Edit or Delete a Route .................................................................................................................. 100
Save or Clear a Current Track.................................................................................................................. 100
Edit, Delete or Hide Saved Tracks .......................................................................................................... 101
Man Overboard (MOB) Navigation ........................................................................................................ 101
The Menu System 103
Start-Up Options Menu 106
Normal Operation............................................................................................................................ 106
Simulator ........................................................................................................................................ 107
System Status ................................................................................................................................ 107
Self Test............................................................................................................................................ 108
Accessory Test ................................................................................................................................ 108
GPS Diagnostic View ...................................................................................................................... 109
Sonar X-Press™ Menu 110
Active Side .............................................................................................................................................. 111
Split Position ............................................................................................................................................ 111
Sensitivity ................................................................................................................................................ 112
Upper Range
(Advanced: Sonar, Split Sonar and Active Sonar Side Views only)
........................................ 113
Lower Range............................................................................................................................................ 113
Chart Speed ............................................................................................................................................ 114
Quad Layout
(with optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS™ Transducer, Side Beam View only)
.................. 114
Bottom Lock
(Sonar Zoom View only)
........................................................................................................ 114
Bottom Range
(Sonar Zoom View only, when Bottom Lock is on)
.............................................................. 115
Sonar Colors ............................................................................................................................................ 115
Cancel Navigation
(only when navigating)
................................................................................................ 115
Side Imaging X-Press™ Menu
(1197c SI Combo models only, Side Imaging Views only)
116
Active Side .............................................................................................................................................. 117
Split Position ............................................................................................................................................ 117
SI Side ......................................................................................................................................................117
SI Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................................ 118
SI Range .................................................................................................................................................. 118
Chart Speed ............................................................................................................................................ 118
SI Colors .................................................................................................................................................. 119
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Navigation X-Press™ Menu 120
Active Side .............................................................................................................................................. 121
Split Position ............................................................................................................................................ 121
Waypoint [Name]
(only with an active cursor on a waypoint)
.................................................................... 121
Cursor to Waypoint
(Chart or Combo view only)
........................................................................................ 122
Save Current Track .................................................................................................................................. 122
Clear Current Track .................................................................................................................................. 123
Save Current Route
(only when navigating)
.............................................................................................. 123
Skip Next Waypoint
(only when navigating)
............................................................................................ 123
Cancel Navigation
(only when navigating)
................................................................................................ 124
Cancel MOB Navigation
(only when MOB Navigation is activated)
.......................................................... 124
Remove Target
(only if a Target is active)
.................................................................................................. 124
Remove Grid
(only if a Grid is active)
........................................................................................................ 125
Waypoint [Name]
(most recently-created waypoint)
.................................................................................. 125
Screen Snapshot and Recording X-Press™ Menu
(Snapshot and Recording View only)
126
Start Recording
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)
............................ 127
Stop Recording
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card only)
.......................................................................... 127
Delete Image
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)
.............................. 127
Delete All Images
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)
...................... 128
Delete Recording
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)
........................ 128
Delete All Recordings
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)
................ 128
Pings Per Second
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)
........................ 129
Playback Speed
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card, Snapshot and Recording View only)
.......................... 129
Stop Playback
(optional-purchase MMC/SD Card only)
............................................................................ 129
Sonar Menu Tab 130
Beam Select ............................................................................................................................................ 131
Side View Frequency
(1197c SI Combo models only, Side Views only)
...................................................... 131
Fish ID+™ ................................................................................................................................................ 131
Fish ID Sensitivity .................................................................................................................................... 132
Real Time Sonar (RTS®) Window ............................................................................................................ 133
Bottom View ............................................................................................................................................ 134
Zoom Width
(Sonar Zoom View only)
........................................................................................................ 134
83 kHz Sensitivity
(Advanced)
.................................................................................................................. 134
455 kHz Sensitivity
(Advanced, with optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS™ transducer only)
................ 135
Depth Lines
(Advanced)
............................................................................................................................ 135
Surface Clutter
(Advanced)
...................................................................................................................... 136
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Noise Filter
(Advanced)
............................................................................................................................ 136
Max Depth
(Advanced)
............................................................................................................................ 137
Water Type
(Advanced)
............................................................................................................................ 137
Transducer Select .................................................................................................................................... 138
Color Bar .................................................................................................................................................. 138
Temperature Graph
(Sonar View only, with Temperature input)
................................................................ 138
Navigation Menu Tab 139
Current Track............................................................................................................................................ 140
Saved Tracks ............................................................................................................................................ 140
Waypoints ................................................................................................................................................ 141
Routes ...................................................................................................................................................... 142
Chart Orientation .................................................................................................................................... 142
North Reference ...................................................................................................................................... 143
Trolling Grid Rotation .............................................................................................................................. 143
Trackpoint Interval .................................................................................................................................. 143
Track Min Distance
(Advanced)
................................................................................................................ 144
Track Color Range.................................................................................................................................... 144
Map Datum
(Advanced)
............................................................................................................................ 144
Course Projection Line ............................................................................................................................ 145
3D View Outline ...................................................................................................................................... 145
Export All Nav Data ................................................................................................................................ 145
Delete All Nav Data
(Advanced)
.............................................................................................................. 145
Continuous Navigation Mode ................................................................................................................ 146
GPS Receiver Override
(Advanced)
.......................................................................................................... 146
Chart Menu Tab 147
Chart Detail Level .................................................................................................................................... 148
Map Borders ............................................................................................................................................ 148
Lat/Lon Grid ............................................................................................................................................ 149
Spot Soundings........................................................................................................................................ 149
Navaids on Bird's Eye View .................................................................................................................... 149
Shaded Depth .......................................................................................................................................... 149
Chart Select.............................................................................................................................................. 150
NVB Chart Preference.............................................................................................................................. 150
Set Simulation Position
(Advanced)
.......................................................................................................... 150
Set Map Offset
(Advanced)
...................................................................................................................... 151
Clear Map Offset
(Advanced)
.................................................................................................................... 151
Alarms Menu Tab 152
Alarm Volume .......................................................................................................................................... 153
Depth Alarm ............................................................................................................................................ 153
Fish ID Alarm............................................................................................................................................ 153
Low Battery Alarm .................................................................................................................................. 154
Aux. Temp. Alarm
(with optional-purchase temp. probe or Temp/Speed only)
............................................ 154
Temp. Alarm ............................................................................................................................................ 154
Off Course Alarm .................................................................................................................................... 155
Arrival Alarm ............................................................................................................................................ 155
Drift Alarm................................................................................................................................................ 156
Setup Menu Tab 157
Sound Volume.......................................................................................................................................... 158
Units - Depth............................................................................................................................................ 158
Units - Temp.
(International only)
.............................................................................................................. 158
Units - Distance
(with Speed input only)
.................................................................................................. 158
Units - Speed
(with Speed input only)
...................................................................................................... 159
User Mode................................................................................................................................................ 159
Language
(International only)
.................................................................................................................... 159
Triplog Reset
(with Speed input only)
........................................................................................................ 159
Restore Defaults ...................................................................................................................................... 160
Select Readouts
(Advanced)
.................................................................................................................... 160
Select Nav Readouts
(Advanced)
............................................................................................................ 163
Depth Offset
(Advanced)
.......................................................................................................................... 165
Aux. Temp. Offset
(Advanced)
.................................................................................................................. 165
Temp. Offset
(Advanced)
.......................................................................................................................... 165
Speed Calibration
(Advanced, with Speed paddlewheel only)
.................................................................. 166
Local Time Zone
(Advanced)
.................................................................................................................... 166
Daylight Saving Time
(Advanced)
............................................................................................................ 166
Position Format
(Advanced)
...................................................................................................................... 167
Time Format
(Advanced, International only)
.............................................................................................. 167
Date Format
(Advanced, International only)
.............................................................................................. 167
Digits Format
(Advanced)
.......................................................................................................................... 168
NMEA Output
(Advanced)
........................................................................................................................ 168
Sonar ........................................................................................................................................................ 169
Video Out.................................................................................................................................................. 169
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Views Menu Tab 170
Accessories Menu Tab 171
Using Screen Snapshot 172
Troubleshooting 174
1100 Series™ Doesn’t Power Up ............................................................................................................ 174
1100 Series™ Defaults to Simulator with a Transducer Attached ........................................................ 174
Display Problems 175
Finding the Cause of Noise 176
1-Year Limited Warranty 177
Humminbird® Service Policy 177
Returning Your Unit for Service 178
1100 Series™ Fishing System Accessories 179
Specifications 180
Glossary 181
Appendix A - Transducer Mounting Template: XHS 9 HDSI 180 T 189
Contact Humminbird® 190
NOTE: Entries in this Table of Contents which list (International only) are only available on products sold
outside of the U.S. by our authorized international distributors. To obtain a list of authorized international
distributors, please visit our web site at www.humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource Center
at (334) 687-6613.
NOTE: Entries in this Table of Contents which list (with Speed Input) or (with Temperature Input) may require
the purchase of separate accessories. You can visit our web site at www.humminbird.com to order these
accessories online or contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468.
1100 Series™ Introduction
Your 1100 Series™ Ultra Wide Screen Fishing System comes in several different configurations. See the
following list of products, all of which are covered by this manual, to find your 1100 Series™ configuration:
• Humminbird® 1157c/1157c NVB DualBeam Combo: Ultra Wide Screen Fishing System with
Chartplotter (Maps) and Dual Frequency Transducer, GPS Receiver included
• Humminbird® 1197c/1197c NVB SI Combo: Ultra Wide Screen Fishing System with Chartplotter
(Maps) and Side Imaging and Dual Frequency Transducer, GPS Receiver included.
How Sonar Works
Sonar technology is based on sound waves. The 1100 Series™ Fishing System uses sonar to locate and
define structure, bottom contour and composition, as well as depth directly below the transducer.
Your 1100 Series™ Fishing System sends a sound wave signal and determines distance by measuring the
time between the transmission of the sound wave and when the sound wave is reflected off of an object;
it then uses the reflected signal to interpret location, size, and composition of an object.
Sonar is very fast. A sound wave can travel from the surface to a depth of 240 ft (70 m) and back again in
less than 1/4 of a second. It is unlikely that your boat can "outrun" this sonar signal.
SONAR is an acronym for SOund and NAvigation Ranging. Sonar utilizes
precision sound pulses or "pings" which are emitted into the water in a
teardrop-shaped beam.
The sound pulses "echo" back from objects in the water such as the
bottom, fish and other submerged objects. The returned echoes are
displayed on the LCD screen. Each time a new echo is received, the old
echoes are moved across the LCD, creating a scrolling effect.
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When all the echoes are viewed side by side, an easy to interpret "graph"
of the bottom, fish and structure appears.
The sound pulses are transmitted at various frequencies depending on
the application. Very high frequencies (455 kHz) are used for greatest
definition but the operating depth is limited. High frequencies (200 kHz)
are commonly used on consumer sonar and provide a good balance
between depth performance and resolution. Low frequencies (83 kHz) are
typically used to achieve greater depth capability.
The power output is the amount of energy generated by the sonar
transmitter. It is commonly measured using two methods:
• Root Mean Square (RMS) measures power output over the entire
transmit cycle.
• Peak to Peak measures power output at the highest points.
The benefits of increased power output are the ability to detect smaller
targets at greater distances, ability to overcome noise, better high speed
performance and enhanced depth capability.
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High Definition Side Imaging Sonar
(1197c SI Combo models only)
Your 1100 Series™ 1197c SI Combo uses Side Imaging sonar to provide a wide yet precise survey of a large
area of water, including detailed bottom topography and fish-attracting structure orientation. The Side
Imaging transducer returns are processed into an image similar to an aerial photograph.
Typically, the Side Imaging sonar can search an area that is 720 feet wide (360 to each side), with a
typical depth performance of 150 feet when the Side Imaging Sonar frequency is set for 455 kHz. The
side beams can be operated at one of two frequencies: 455 kHz or 800 kHz. Selecting 800 kHz produces
the sharpest image but the search area to each side and the depth capability are limited as compared
to the 455 kHz frequency. See What’s on the Side Imaging Display and Understanding Side Imaging
for more information.
DualBeam PLUS™ Sonar
Your 1100 Series™ Fishing System uses a 200/83 kHz DualBeam
PLUS™ sonar system with a wide (60°) area of coverage. DualBeam
PLUS™ sonar has a narrowly focused 20° center beam, surrounded
by a second beam of 60°, expanding your coverage to an area equal
to your depth. In 20 feet of water, the wider beam covers an area
20 feet wide. DualBeam PLUS™ sonar returns can be blended
together, viewed separately or compared side-by-side. DualBeam
PLUS™ is ideal for a wide range of conditions - from shallow to very
deep water in both fresh and salt water. Depth capability is affected
by such factors as boat speed, wave action, bottom hardness, water
conditions and transducer installation.
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86°
455kHz
60°
83kHz
20°
200kHz
86°
455kHz
QuadraBeam PLUS™ Sonar
(optional-purchase QuadraBeam PLUS™ transducer only)
Your 1100 Series™ Fishing System supports the optionalpurchase QuadraBeam PLUS™ transducer. QuadraBeam
PLUS™ sonar provides an extremely wide (90°) area of
coverage. QuadraBeam PLUS™ starts with two fan-shaped
35° 455 kHz Side Structure locating sonar beams to spot fish,
bait and structure to the left and right of the boat over an area
of the bottom that’s always equal to twice your depth.
For a detailed view below the boat, QuadraBeam PLUS™ uses DualBeam PLUS™ technology, with
precision 20° and wide 60° beams. QuadraBeam PLUS™ finds more fish faster, and can even tell you
where to put your bait by showing if fish are to the left, right or directly beneath your boat.
Universal Sonar 2
Your 1100 Series™ Fishing System supports Universal Sonar 2, a state-of-the-art, integrated and protected
transducer that is built into the lower unit of Minn Kota® trolling motors. With Universal Sonar 2, all wiring
is concealed inside the indestructible composite shaft—out of sight and out of harm’s way, with no
clamps, ties, or exposed wires. Universal Sonar 2 features new temperature sensing and the performance
of DualBeam PLUS™ technology. An expanded view and greater bottom detail gives you a totally new
perspective of the water below, along with optimal sonar performance to help you find fish.
How GPS and Cartography Work
Your 1100 Series™ Fishing System also supports GPS and chartplotting, and uses GPS and sonar to
determine your position, display it on a grid, and provide detailed underwater information. The Global
Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite navigation system designed and maintained by the U.S. Department
of Defense. GPS was originally intended for military use; however, civilians may also take advantage of its
highly accurate position capabilities, typically within +/- 4.5 meters, depending on conditions. This means
that 95% of the time, the GPS receiver will read a location within 4.5 meters of your actual position. Your
GPS Receiver also uses information from WAAS (the Wide Area Augmentation System), EGNOS (the
European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), and MSAS (the MTSAT Satellite Augmentation
System) satellites if they are available in your area.
GPS uses a constellation of over 24 satellites that continually send radio
signals to the earth. Your present position is determined by receiving
signals from up to 16 satellites and measuring the distance from the
satellites.
All satellites broadcast a uniquely coded signal once per second at
exactly the same time. The GPS receiver on your boat receives signals
from satellites that are visible to it. Based on time differences between
each received signal, the GPS receiver determines its distance to each
satellite. With distances known, the GPS receiver mathematically
triangulates its own position. With once per second updates, the GPS
receiver then calculates its velocity and bearing.
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35° 60° 20° 35°
455 kHz 455 kHz
200 kHz
83 kHz
90° Total Coverage
Bottom Coverage =
2 x Depth
The GPS Receiver included with your 1100 Series™ Fishing system allows you to combine easy-to-use
fishing system and navigation capabilities. The following GPS functionality is currently supported by the
1100 Series™ Fishing system when it is connected to the included GPS receiver:
• View current position
• View current track (breadcrumb trail)
• View precision speed and heading from your GPS receiver
• Save tracks, waypoints and routes
• Travel a route and navigate from one waypoint to the next.
Your 1100 Series™ supports Navionics® Gold, HotMaps™, HotMaps™ Premium, and Platinum™
Cartography on MMC or SD card media.
NOTE: Your 1100 Series™ does not support Navionics® Classic Charts, only Navionics® Gold, HotMaps™,
HotMaps™ Premium, and Platinum™ Cartography.
NOTE: Some models come pre-loaded with Navionics® cartography and are referred to as NVB models. NVB
models are only available domestically. Currently, there are no international NVB models.
Your unit also comes with a built-in UniMap™ with a detailed map of North America (Domestic models) or
a detailed map of Europe and Southeast Asia, including Australia and New Zealand (International models).
Your 1100 Series™ uses the GPS Receiver to determine the position of the boat automatically, and uses
the zoom level settings on a particular view to select the best chart to display. See Viewing Cartography
for more information.
MMC/SD Slot
Your 1100 Series™ Fishing System also has an MMC/SD slot
that is used to insert optional-purchase cards containing
additional detailed maps. If you insert an MMC/SD that contains
a more detailed chart for a particular location, your 1100
Series™ Fishing System will retrieve that chart and display it
automatically. Use the illustration to locate the position of the
MMC/SD slot cover, open the MMC/SD slot cover, then insert
the MMC/SD into the slot. The label on the MMC/SD should
face toward the left side of the unit. Press down on the card
until it clicks into place and close the slot cover.
Inserting an MMC/SD into the Card Slot
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Software Updates
Use the MMC/SD slot to update the software version of your control head. To update the software in your
control head, plug in the appropriate MMC/SD card that contains a software update file; the unit will
recognize it, will tell you what software version your control head is currently running, and will ask you if
you want to update the software in the unit to match that on the MMC/SD card. You can obtain software
updates from the www.humminbird.com web site.
Accessory Bus
Use the Accessory Bus to expand the functionality of your 1100 Series™.
Accessories plug directly into the 1100 Series™, enabling Advanced
features such as WeatherSense® and the CannonLink™ Downrigger
Controller. Additional tabs and menu choices will be added to the menu
system automatically when an accessory is plugged into the unit. In
addition, multiple accessories can be attached simultaneously. See
Accessories Menu Tab and 1100 Series™ Accessories in this manual,
as well as your accessory Operations Manual for additional details.
NOTE: Accessories such as the CannonLink™ Downrigger Controller, InterLink™, and WeatherSense® require
separate purchases. You can visit our web site at www.humminbird.com or contact our Customer Resource
Center at 1-800-633-1468 for additional details.
Video and GPS Output Connectors
Your unit has a built-in Video Out connector and a GPS Out connector, which can be used with optionalpurchase accessories. For instance, if you purchase a video monitor and attach it to your control head
using the Video Out connector, your unit will send a video signal if it detects a monitor. See Setup Main
Menu: Video Out for more information.
GPS Out
1
Power
2
Communications
3
Video Out
4
Temp/Speed
5
Transducer
6
1100 Series™ Connectors
1
2 3
4
5
6
Accessory Bus
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Installation Overview
Please read all instructions that are relevant for your configuration before beginning the installation
process.
NOTE: Installation procedures will depend on product configuration.
Power
Temp/Speed
Temperature
GPS Receiver
WeatherSense®
Transducer
1
2
3
6
7
8
Speed through water Video Out
4
Optional “Y” Cable
5
6
9
GPS Out
10
The 1100 Series™ has a wide variety of configurations.
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1
2
4
6
7
Accessory Bus
8
10
3
9
7
Inside the boat there is often a channel or conduit used for other wiring, this can be used to route cables.
Be sure to route the cables as far as practical from the antenna cable of VHF radios or tachometer cables
to reduce the possibility of interference. The GPS receiver cable should not be cut, and care should be used
not to damage the cable insulation.
Basic installation tasks that you must perform include:
• Installing the Transducer
• Installing the control head (choosing either gimbal or in-dash mounting)
• Installing the GPS Receiver
• Testing the complete installation.
NOTE: Accessories may require a separate purchase. You can visit our web site at www.humminbird.com to
order these accessories online or contact our Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468.
GPS Out
1
Power
2
Communications
3
Video Out
4
Temp/Speed
5
Transducer
6
1100 Series™ Connectors
1
2 3
4
5
6
8
Control Head Installation
You have two choices for mounting your 1100 Series™ control head, Gimbal mounting, where you use a
surface on the boat, such as the dash, to mount the control head so that it can be tilted up or down, or In-
dash mounting.
Gimbal Mounting the Control Head
If you are gimbal mounting the Humminbird® 1100 Series™, you can pre-assemble the unit in order to plan
the best mounting location.
In addition to the hardware supplied with your control head, you will need a powered hand drill and
various drill bits, various hand tools, including a Phillips head screwdriver, a socket wrench and a flat head
screwdriver, a marker or pencil, safety glasses and dust mask, and marine-grade silicone sealant.
1. Place the control head into the gimbal bracket. Make sure that the straight side of the gimbal arm
is against the back side of the control head.
2. Place a 1" (25 mm) diameter black washer on the gimbal knob and then thread the knob and
washer into the housing. Tighten the gimbal knob to secure the 1100 Series™ control head to the
mount. Repeat step 2 for the other side.
You can now place the control head in various locations to decide which is best for mounting. Rotating the
mounting bracket to the top of the control head will allow for overhead mounting. The chosen mounting
area should allow for sufficient room so the control head can pivot through the full tilt range and allow for
easy removal and installation.
NOTE: You can drill the cable pass hole underneath the gimbal bracket, allowing you to thread the cables through
the hole in the center of the mount; however, if you cannot drill the hole directly under the mounting bracket,
then you will need to drill the cable pass hole behind the bracket, and will need to mount the hole cover there
instead.
NOTE: When drilling holes in fiberglass hulls, it is best to start with a smaller bit and use progressively larger drill
bits to reduce the chance of chipping or flaking the outer coating. Fill all holes with marine grade silicone sealant.
Washer
1
Gimbal Knob
2
Gimbal Mounting Bracket
3
1
2
3
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NOTE: You must have underside access to the mounting location to pass the cables through to the surface. Also,
make sure that the mounting surface is adequately supported to protect the control head from excessive wave
shock and vibration and provide visibility while in operation.
NOTE: Go to the installation instructions applicable to your GPS Receiver and accessories. Make the required
installations and then run the cables to your control head mounting location. Do not cut any cabling (except the
power cable). If your cables are too short, extensions are available from your local dealer or online from
www.humminbird.com.
3. After the mounting location has been determined, loosen the gimbal knobs and remove the
control head from the gimbal bracket.
NOTE: Alternate hole patterns are available on the gimbal mounting bracket, and may match existing holes on
the boat. You may choose to use one of these alternate hole patterns.
4. Place the gimbal bracket in the chosen position on the mounting surface and mark the four
mounting screw locations using a pencil or center punch.
5. Set the gimbal bracket aside and drill the four mounting screw holes using a 5/32" (4.0 mm) drill bit.
6a. If the cables must pass through a hole directly beneath the mounting bracket, mark and drill an
additional 1" (25 mm) hole centered between the four mounting holes. Route the cables through
the 1" hole. Place the gimbal over the mounting surface hole, then use it to mark the position of
the two mounting screws, closest to the center large hole. Remove the gimbal and drill the two
mounting holes using a 9/64" (3.5 mm) bit. Do not install the hole cover at this time.
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Mounting Screws
1
Washer
2
Gimbal Mounting Bracket
3
3
2
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6b. If the cables cannot be routed directly beneath the mounting bracket, mark and drill a 1" (25 mm)
hole that will allow you to run the cables close to the bracket. Pass the cables through the 1" (25
mm) hole, routing the cables through the grommet and pressing the grommet into place. Place
the hole cover over the mounting surface hole, then use it to mark the position of the two
mounting screws. Remove the hole cover, drill the two mounting holes using a 9/64" (3.5 mm) bit,
fill them with marine-grade silicone sealant, then replace the hole cover and insert the #8 Phillips
countersink wood screws. Hand-tighten only.
7. Place the mounting bracket on the mounting surface aligned with the drilled holes and fill the
mounting holes with marine grade silicone sealant. Insert the four #10 Slotted-Hex wood screws
into the mounting holes. Hand-tighten only.
8. If the cable pass through hole is beneath the mounting bracket, you will need to install the hole
cover after you have routed all cables. Place the hole cover over the mounting bracket cable pass
thru hole and align with holes drilled in step 6a. Insert the #8 Phillips countersink wood screws.
Hand tighten only.
NOTE: Be sure that the cables pass through the slots on the hole cover and that there is enough cable slack to
allow for the control head to pivot through its full tilt range. Extra cable slack will also help when connecting or
disconnecting the cables.
Gimbal Mounting Bracket
1
Hole Cover
2
1
2
Cables Routed Directly Beneath Mounting Bracket
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9. Thread the cables through the opening in the back of the cable collector cover.
10. Insert cable connectors into the proper recesses on the cable collector insert. The cable
connectors are keyed to prevent reverse installation, so be careful not to force the connectors into
the wrong slots. If you don’t have a cable for every hole in the insert, install the blank plugs to
protect the control head from the weather.
11. Line up the cable collector insert and cover, with the keying feature, then slide the cover into
place on the insert.
Gimbal Mounting Bracket
1
Grommet
2
Hole Cover
3
1
2
Cables Routed Behind Mounting Bracket
3
Transducer
Cable Collector Cover
4
5
Cable Collector Insert
6
Inserting the Cables into the Cable Connector Insert
1
2
3 4
Power
Communications
1
2
Temp/Speed
3
5
6
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12. Attach the cable collector insert to the cable collector cover using the (2) #6 Phillips screws
provided.
13. Place the control head back onto the mounting bracket. Plug the assembled cable collector into
the back of the control head, pushing gently but steadily until you feel the collector snap into
place. Cable connectors and cable sockets are keyed to prevent reverse installation, so be careful
not to force the connectors into the wrong sockets. Adjust the control head to the desired viewing
angle and secure by tightening the gimbal knobs.
NOTE: You may wish to dress the cabling with nylon wire ties in order to hold the cables together and create a
cleaner assembly.
The Humminbird® 1100 Series™ control head is now ready for operation.
Cable Collector Insert
1
Screws
2
Cable Collector Cover
3
Assembling the Cable Collector
3
1
2
Plugging the Assembled Cable Connector into the Back of the Control Head
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In-Dash Mounting the Control Head
If you are in-dash mounting the control head, start by placing the components on the surfaces where you
intend to install them before installation. Make sure that the surfaces you have chosen provide adequate
protection from wave shock, and that all cables can reach the control head.
NOTE: If a cable is too short for your application, extension cables are available. Call Humminbird® Customer
Support at 1-800-633-1468 for more information.
Parts and tools specific to In-dash mounting are:
• Threaded rods and hardware
• In-dash mounting foam pads
• In-dash mounting template
• Reciprocating saw for cutting dash material
• Masking tape to hold mounting template in place.
1. Locate a suitable, flat area of the dash to mount the control head. The control head requires a
depth of at least 4 inches (102 mm).
2. Tape the paper In-Dash Mounting template to the desired in-dash mounting location.
3. At a location inside the dotted line on the template, drill a hole large enough to insert blade of
reciprocating saw. In addition, drill the 4 mounting hole locations using a 3/16" drill bit. Carefully begin
cutting toward the dotted line, then follow the dotted line around the template. Remove the template
when finished.
4. Insert and tighten the four threaded rods into the four threaded inserts located on the back side of
the control head. Peel off the adhesive-backed foam pads and place them on the back of the control
head; make sure you notice the difference between the longer top/bottom and shorter side pads.
5. Insert the control head through the mounting hole from the front side of the dash. Place a
washer, lock washer, and wing nut onto each threaded rod and tighten fully.
6. Thread the cables through the opening in the back of the cable collector cover.
Threaded Rod
1
Washer
2
Wing Nut
3
Lock Washer
4
Cut Away Dash
5
Foam Pads
6
1
2
3
5
4
6
6
6
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7. Insert cable connectors into the proper recesses on the cable collector insert. The cable
connectors are keyed to prevent reverse installation, so be careful not to force the connectors into
the wrong slots. If you don’t have a cable for every hole in the insert, install the blank plugs to
protect the control head from the weather.
8. Line up the cable collector insert and cover, with the keying feature, then slide the cover into
place on the insert.
9. Attach the cable collector insert to the cable collector cover using the (2) #6 Phillips screws
provided.
10. Plug the assembled cable collector into the back of the control head, pushing gently but steadily
until you feel the collector snap into place. Cable connectors and cable sockets are keyed to
prevent reverse installation, so be careful not to force the connectors into the wrong sockets.
Transducer
Cable Collector Cover
4
5
Cable Collector Insert
6
Inserting the Cables into the Cable Connector Insert
1
2
3 4
Power
Communications
1
2
Temp/Speed
3
5
6
Cable Collector Insert
1
Screws
2
Cable Collector Cover
3
Assembling the Cable Collector
3
1
2
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NOTE: You may wish to dress the cabling with nylon wire ties in order to hold the cables together and create a
cleaner assembly.
NOTE: It is very important that the cable collector is used and secured in place in the In-Dash installation.
The Humminbird® 1100 Series™ control head is now ready for operation.
Plugging the Assembled Cable Connector into the Back of the Control Head
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Connecting the Control Head Power Cable to the Boat
A 6' (2 m) long power cable is included to supply power to the control head. You may shorten or lengthen
the cable using 18 gauge multi-stranded copper wire.
CAUTION: Some boats have 24 or 36 Volt electric systems, but the control head MUST be connected to a 12 VDC
power supply.
The control head power cable can be connected to the electrical system of the boat at one of two places:
a fuse panel usually located near the console, or directly to the battery.
NOTE: Make sure that the power cable is disconnected from the control head at the beginning of this procedure.
NOTE: Humminbird® is not responsible for over-voltage or over-current failures. The control head must have
adequate protection through the proper selection and installation of a 3 Amp fuse.
NOTE: In order to minimize the potential for interference with other marine electronics, a separate power source
(such as a second battery) may be necessary.
1a. If a fuse terminal is available, use crimp-on type electrical connectors (not included)
that match the terminal on the fuse panel. Attach the black wire to ground (-), and
the red wire to positive (+) 12 VDC power. Install a 3 Amp fuse (not included) for
protection of the unit. Humminbird® is not responsible for over-voltage of over-current
failures.
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1b. If you need to wire the control head directly to a battery, obtain and install an inline
fuse holder and a 3 Amp fuse (not included) for the protection of the unit.
Humminbird® is not responsible for overvoltage or over-current failures.
NOTE: Your unit will detect when your battery voltage is too low or too high, and will display either
Input Voltage Low or Input Voltage High messages if these limits are exceeded. If you turn the Low
Battery Alarm on using the Alarms Main Menu, your unit will use your settings. If you do not turn
the Low Battery Alarm on, the unit will use these limits: 7.5 to 7.9 VDC for the low end, and 21 to
21.2 VDC for the high end.
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GROUND
Transducer Installation Overview
The 1157c Combo units and the 1197c SI Combo units use two different types of transducers. Find the
installation section that describes your transducer type.
1197c SI Transducer Installation
(1197c SI Combo models only)
If you have a 1197c SI Combo unit, there are two different installation methods for your transducer:
• Transom Transducer
• Trolling Motor Transducer.
Find the section that describes the method of installation you will be using.
NOTE: If the included transducer will not work for your application, you may exchange it, NEW and UNASSEMBLED,
with mounting hardware included, for a transducer appropriate for your application - often at very little or no charge
depending on the transducer. Call the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468 for details and
pricing, or visit www.humminbird.com.
NOTE: In addition to the hardware supplied with your transducer, you will need a powered hand drill and various
drill bits, various hand tools, including a ruler or straightedge, a marker or pencil, safety glasses and dust mask, and
marine-grade silicone sealant.
NOTE: When drilling holes in fiberglass hulls, it is best to start with a smaller bit and use progressively larger drill
bits to reduce the chance of chipping or flaking the outer coating.
NOTE: Due to the wide variety of hulls, only general instructions are presented in this installation guide. Each boat
hull represents a unique set of requirements that should be evaluated prior to installation. It is important to read
the instructions completely and understand the mounting guidelines before beginning installation.
Transducer Mount Position
Unobstructed View: The jack plate gives the transducer
safe distance from the motor and turbulence. The side
imaging has a clear view side-to-side.
Obstructed View: The transducer is too close to motor
turbulence, and the side imaging view is blocked by
the motor. The view cannot extend from side-to-side.
The Side Imaging transducer has some special requirements because of its side viewing capabilities:
• The Side Imaging transducer must NOT have anything obstructing the ‘view’ of the side
looking beams, i.e. nothing can be in the line of sight of these beams (not a hull, motor, or
other transducer, etc).
NOTE: You may need to tilt the motor up and out of the way when using the side looking beams.
• In order for the side beams to be displayed accurately, the transducer must be mounted so that
it is looking straight down in the water when the boat is in the water.
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Transom Transducer Installation
(1197c SI Combo models only)
If you will be installing a transom mounted transducer, use the procedures in this section. There are two
pieces to the transducer mount assembly: the pivot, and the bracket. Your transducer comes with a twopiece metal and plastic bracket assembly. There are several procedures you will have to perform in order
to install a transom-mounted transducer. They are:
• Determine transducer mounting location
• Mount the bracket to the boat
• Attach the pivot to the transducer
• Mount the transducer pivot assembly to the bracket
• Adjust the running position of the transducer
• Route the transducer cable
• Perform a final test of the transom transducer installation.
To determine transducer mounting location:
NOTE: If transom mounting is not possible because of a stepped hull or cavitation noise, trolling motor
installation may be an option. See Trolling Motor Transducer Installation for more information.
1. First, determine the best location on the transom to install the transducer. Consider the following
to find the best location:
• It is very important to locate the transducer in an area
which is relatively free of turbulent water. As a boat moves
through the water, turbulence is generated by the weight
of the boat, and the thrust of the propeller(s) - either
clockwise or counter-clockwise. This turbulent water is
normally confined to areas immediately aft of ribs, strakes
or rows of rivets on the bottom of the boat, and in the
immed iate area of the propeller(s). Clockwise propellers
create more turbulence on the port side. On outboard or
inboard/outboard boats, it is best to locate the transducer
at least 15" (380 mm) to the side of the propeller(s).
Deadrise Angle
Areas of Possible Turbulence
Rivets Strakes
Transom Hull
Stepped Hull
Step Rib
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• The best way to locate turbulence-free water is to view the transom while the boat is moving. This
method is recommended if maximum high-speed operation is a high priority. If this is not possible,
select a location on the transom where the hull forward of this location is smooth, flat and free of
protrusions or ribs.
• The hydrodynamic shape of your transducer allows it to point straight down without deadrise
adjustment.
• On boats with stepped hulls, it may be possible to mount the trans ducer on the step. Do not
mount the transducer on the transom behind a step to avoid popping the transducer out of the
water at higher speeds; the transducer must remain in the water for the control head to
maintain the sonar signal.
• If the transom is behind the propeller(s), it may be impossible to find an area clear from
turbulence, and a different mounting technique or transducer type should be considered (see
Trolling Motor Transducer Installation).
• The Side Imaging transducer must NOT have anything obstructing the ‘view’ of the side looking
beams, i.e. nothing can be in the line of sight of these beams (not a hull, motor, or other
transducer, etc).
To mount the transducer bracket to the boat:
1. Remove the transducer mounting template from this manual. See Appendix A for the Transducer
Mounting Template.
2. Hold the template on the transom of the boat in the location where the transducer will be
installed. Align the template vertically, matching the lower edge of the transom with the bottom
corner of the template. If your propeller moves clockwise as the boat moves forward, mount the
transducer on the starboard side, and use the bottom left corner of the template. If your propeller
moves counter-clockwise as the boat moves forward, mount the transducer on the port side, and
use the bottom right corner of the template.
3. Using a pencil or punch, mark the three mounting holes on the transom. Do not mark or drill any
other holes at this time.
15” (380 mm) from prop(s)
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