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The returned “echoes” are transmitted with wireless technology to the display unit and plotted on the LCD. New information appears on the right. As this
information moves to the left a very accurate picture of the underwater world is created, including the depth of underwater objects such as the bottom, fish,
and structures. 

WARNING! 

The electronic parts in the Remote Sonar Sensor (RSS) are made to withstand use when casting into water. Because shock from abrupt contact with rocks can damage your

RSS, we recommend using your RSS in water deeper than 1 foot only.

While in SmartCast™ mode, the Advanced RSS can be used in two distinct ways:

Sonar Graph:

The RSS can be used to create a sonar graph of the bottom. Cast the RSS into the

water beyond an area of interest. Retrieving the RSS slowly and steadily will produce a screen
detailing structure, fish and bottom detail. Rhythmic wave action and rocking may cause the display
of a rippled bottom.

Stationary Float:

The RSS can be used as a float in a stationary location to monitor the area below, giv-

ing you a live update as fish approach your bait.

Attaching the RSS

The line coming from your reel can be tied off to the front hole in the RSS. If you wish to also use the RSS as a conventional float, use the second hole to
attach your hook using a lighter weight line. A snag will break the lighter line if you have to break free. Slip line techniques are not recommended because
of the higher risk of losing the RSS. If you do use the slip line method, use a lighter weight line after the lower stop, enabling retrieval of the RSS if the
lower line with hook breaks away.

Water Surface Line

Depth – Measured at 
the Transducer

Structure

Surface Clutter

Upper Range

Temperature

Fish ID+ Symbols

Bottom Contour

Lower Range

To scan an area, cast and then reel in at a steady
rate with your rod tip up. Jerks may break water
contact, causing gapped signal input. A low rod
tip or heavy line may cause signal loss if the 
RSS submerges.

Summary of Contents for Piranha Max 30

Page 1: ...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...

Page 2: ...on and rocking may cause the display of a rippled bottom Stationary Float The RSS can be used as a float in a stationary location to monitor the area below giv ing you a live update as fish approach y...

Page 3: ...aceable Lithium battery with a shelf life of three years that will last for approximately 500 hours of in water use when the nighttime LED is turned off Discard the used RSS in compliance with local l...

Page 4: ...etUp 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 bac...

Page 5: ...ser Mode Press the POWER MENU key until USER MODE appears USER MODE selects the user mode SMARTCAST TRANSDUCER NOTE If a transducer is not connected to the PMax30 the unit will automatically default t...

Page 6: ...nu is selected then press the POWER MENU key until BOTTOM VIEW appears Bottom View selects the method used to rep resent the bottom and structure on the display Structure ID Black WhiteLine Inverse De...

Page 7: ...A B Default A Scroll through all SetUp menu choices to exit the SetUp menu NOTE The Channel Select setting must match the actual hardware configuration of your RSS in order for the RSS to function Se...

Page 8: ...seconds of no user activity display the Start Up screen and return the RSS to normal operation NOTE If the temperature display returns to a normal reading or the Start Up screen appears on the displa...

Page 9: ...your moist finger to change from the Light programming mode to the Channel programming mode The temperature reading on the Control Head will change to show a temperature reading of 50 F 9 C channel se...

Page 10: ...to the water Small air bubbles can cling to the surface of the RSS and interfere with proper operation Wipe the face of the RSS with a wet cloth to remove them Never leave the RSS in a closed car or...

Page 11: ...ers or deeper The depth is measured from the RSS A transmitter RSS to receiver PiranhaMax dis tance of greater than 100 may cause intermittent screen display Excessively rough water may cause the RSS...

Page 12: ...European models are CE approved Area of bottom coverage equals twice the current depth Your Humminbird accessory is designed for trouble free operation and is backed by a one year warranty If you have...

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