HawkEye® Handheld Sonar
System PX Instruction Manual
Part #: DF2200PX
Before You Venture Outdoors: Get to know the fishing regulations and habits of the fish that you are targeting by visiting your local tackle center, bait shop, library, or website. A little research can be a valuable lesson, that will allow you to utilize the fish finding features of the Handheld Sonar System PX to make fishing more enjoyable for you, and your fishing buddies.
Want to save yourself hours of aggravation? If so, then read this manual entirely before attempting to use the product.
Safety Information:
•Read the following safety information carefully before attempting to operate this sonar system.
•Only qualified personnel should perform repairs or service not covered in this manual.
•Periodically wipe the case with a dry cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents on this device.
WARNING:
This depth sounder should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. Always operate the boat at slow speeds in unfamiliar water, or if you suspect shallow
water or submerged objects, as water depth may change too quickly to allow time for you to react.
Installing the Batteries
1.Open the battery cap by unscrewing the cap opposite the display, counter-clockwise.
2.Remove the battery holder and install four ‘AA’ batteries. Be certain to align the batteries as diagram inside the battery compartment.
Sonar Sensor
Battery Cap
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ATTENTION:
To ensure the Handheld Sonar System PX remains water tight, coat the Battery Cover O-Ring with petroleum jelly
(Vaseline) or silicon grease (available at any dive shop) each time you replace the batteries.
WARNING:
Never mix different brands of batteries. Never mix new and used batteries (alkaline, lithium, argon zinc, & rechargeable). Never use damaged batteries. REMOVE BATTERIES DURING STORAGE. REMOVE DEAD BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY.
IMPORTANT:
If you are going to be using the Handheld Sonar System PX in Temperatures Below 20º F (-7 ºC) you must use Lithium ‘AA’ Batteries. Cold temperatures significantly reduce the power output of Alkaline batteries, which will inhibit the performance of the unit.
Switching the Readings From English to Metric
1.Remove the battery holder as per the instructions in the “Installing the Batteries” section above.
2.While looking into the battery compartment, use a small screw-
driver, or other slender object, to reach into the battery compartment and move the switch to the LEFT for Metric readings,
or to the RIGHT for English readings.
Switch
3. Replace the batteries as per the instructions in the “Installing the Batteries” section above.
Obtaining Depth Readings (Depth Reading Mode)
1.Place the sonar sensor side of the unit into the water. Make sure to hold the unit perpendicular to the water surface.
2.Press and release the activation button.
3.The current water depth will be indicated on the display:
•The depth will continue to update 4 times per second while the unit is left in water that is between 2.5 to 200 ft (.8 to 61 m) deep.
•If the unit is unable to obtain an accurate depth reading or if it is removed from the water “- - -” will be displayed.
Activation
Button
Water
Surface
4.There is no need to turn OFF the unit. Once removed from the water, or if the unit cannot obtain a reading, the display will flash the last depth reading for 5 seconds and then turn off.
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Obtaining Fish Readings
1.If a fish is detected while in the Depth Reading Mode, a fish icon will illuminate on the display.
2.A blinking fish icon may represent the presence of a school of fish moving through the sonar beam.
Obtaining Temperature Readings (Thermometer Mode)
1.Activate the Depth Reading Mode as per above.
2.While in Depth Reading Mode, press and release the activation button.
3.The Thermometer Mode will be ON and will remain ON for 10 seconds. The display will change back to Depth Reading Mode after 10 seconds.
Air Temperature:
Hold the unit in your hand and activate the Temperature Mode as per the above instructions. The current air temperature will be displayed on the LCD for 5 seconds.
Water Temperature:
Place the temperature sensor into the water and activate the Temperature Mode. The current water temperature will be displayed for 5 seconds.
Miscellaneous Temperatures:
The unit will also read the temperature of any object from 14ºF (-10º C) to 122ºF (50º C) by simply pressing the temperature sensor against the object and activating the sensor as per the instructions above.
Fish Icon
Temperature
Sensor
WARNING:
Never press the temperature sensor against any object which is thought to be hotter than 122ºF (50ºC) as damage to the unit may occur.
IMPORTANT:
This device has a temperature accuracy rating of plus or minus 5%. The temperature probe may take up to 90 seconds to adjust to extreme changes in temperature. If you desire to have instant temperature readings you may want to consider purchasing the NorCross® Infrared Marine Thermometer (IR101SP).
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