As we are continuously improving the features of the application, please check
our website for new versions of the HumminbirdPC™ application that offer
additional features. See
www.humminbird.com
for details.
It may be necessary to shut down other programs currently running on your PC
to complete the installation procedure. If connection to the Internet is not
possible, please contact our Customer Resource Center for a
CD-ROM.*
1. Using a browser, navigate to
www.humminbird.com.
2. Using the mouse, right-click on the correct self-extracting setup file for your
operating system. The choices are Windows95, Windows98/ME or
WindowsNT/2000/XP. Navigate to the location on your hard drive where you
want to save the file and save it. Make a note of where you saved it.
3. Navigate to the location on your PC where you saved the self-extracting setup
file. Double-click on the self-extracting file.
4. Click 'Setup' to install the HumminbirdPC™ software. When you run the self-
extracting application, the HumminbirdPC™ setup will be started
automatically.
5. Follow the prompts provided by the HumminbirdPC™ Setup Wizard (as shown
in the sequence of Setup Wizard screen illustrations) to install the application
on your PC.
Note:
When you have finished this procedure, you may be asked to re-start your PC.
6. You have completed the installation of the application. Go to the
Start Menu
>> Programs >> HumminbirdPC
to start the HumminbirdPC™ application.
Introduction
The PC Connect Cable links the Matrix
unit to a PC to access product software
updates and new features obtained from
our website
www.humminbird.com.
The PC
Connect system requires that the
MSWindows-compatible HumminbirdPC™
software be installed to communicate with
the Matrix unit. In addition to upgrading your
Matrix unit with new software, you can retrieve a unit profile and view a list of
accessories and feature upgrades supported by your Matrix software revision.
Be sure to check out our website
www.humminbird.com
for additional new and
exciting accessories to grow your Matrix Fishing System!
Included Items
The following items will be included in the PC Connect Accessory Kit:
●
PC Connect Cable
●
Matrix 9-Volt Power Cable
●
PC Connect Accessory Manual.
Setup Requirements
You will need a PC with the following minimum specifications:
●
Windows95/98/ME, NT4.0 sp6, 2000 Pro, XP Home, XP Pro
●
32 MB RAM
●
20 MB free disk space
●
Pentium or Celeron class processor
●
An available 9-pin serial port
●
Monitor capable of running at a resolution of 800 x 600 or higher.
Note:
You must have Internet access with this PC in order to perform the Humminbird
software installation from the website; high-speed connectivity is not necessary, although
a dial-up connection may slow down the initial HumminbirdPC™ software download.
If you do NOT have Internet access, please contact our Customer Resource Center
(800-633-1468) to obtain a CD-ROM containing the HumminbirdPC™ software application.*
Note:
You must have an available 9-pin serial port to use the PC Connect Cable. USB is not
currently supported. If you are using your 9-pin serial port for another device, you must
remove the device and replace it with the PC Connect cable. If you only have a 25-pin serial
port available, you must obtain a 25-to-9 pin adaptor from a local electronics store.
Overview
This manual provides guidance on the following procedures:
●
Obtaining and installing the HumminbirdPC™ software onto your PC
●
Connecting your PC to the Matrix Control Head using the PC Connect Cable
●
Using the HumminbirdPC™ software to upgrade Matrix software.
●
Accessing the built-in Help for additional functionality.
HumminbirdPC™ Built-In Help
There are built-in help files which will guide you through a variety of tasks, including
managing routes, waypoints and tracks. Detailed help for all user operations is
available in the built-in Help and is therefore not repeated in this manual.
Installing the HumminbirdPC™ Software
There are two ways to install the HumminbirdPC™ software onto your PC:
●
From our
www.humminbird.com
website
●
From the CD-ROM provided by the Customer Resource Center* upon request.
* CD-ROM is free of charge, but shipping and handling charges will be applied.
Downloading the HumminbirdPC™ Software from the Website
You will download the HumminbirdPC™ software from our website in the form
of a self-extracting setup file appropriate for your operating system.
Note:
You will be asked to register a user name, password and e-mail address, as well as
your Matrix serial number, when you first download any HumminbirdPC
™
software
from the website.
Note:
For Windows95/98/ME users, the 'Everyone' or 'Just Me' options are not displayed.
For WindowsNT/2000/XP users, it will depend on the user permissions that are assigned
to you on that computer. The installation may require the installer to have
Administrator permissions to install the application for 'Everyone'.
Installing the HumminbirdPC™ Software from the CD-ROM
A
CD-ROM
version of the HumminbirdPC™ software is available upon request
from the Customer Resource Center*, and contains the HumminbirdPC™
application and all of the software necessary to install it on your PC. Follow
these steps to install the software onto your PC from the CD-ROM:
1. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive in your computer. Select the
appropriate self-extracting setup file for your operating system and double-
click on it to start the installation process.
2. Step 5 of the previous section,
Downloading the HumminbirdPC
TM
Software from
the Website
, will help guide you through completing the installation
procedure.
Connecting Your PC to the Matrix
You will need to connect your PC to your Matrix unit using the PC Connect Cable
and Power Cable included.
1. Remove the Matrix from the Quick Disconnect Mounting System.
2. Plug the PC Connect Cable into the Accessory connector on your Matrix unit.
3. Plug the Matrix 9-Volt power cable, with a new 9-Volt battery connected to it,
into the power connector on your Matrix unit.
Note:
The power cable shown in the illustration is for reference only, as the actual cable
may differ from the illustration. The number of 9-Volt batteries used should match the
number of terminations provided on the actual power cable.
Note:
A new 9-Volt battery will supply enough power to your Matrix unit to perform the
programming and data transfer operations. The battery will have a short life if the Matrix
unit is left on for a sustained period of time. To save the battery, make sure that the unit is
only turned on when it is communicating with the PC during this procedure.
4. Turn on your Matrix unit. As soon as the
Matrix title screen is displayed, press the
MENU
key.
5. The
Start-up Menu
will be displayed. Use
the
4-Way Menu Control
key to navigate to PC
Connect, and select
PC Connect
using the right
cursor key.
Using the HumminbirdPC
TM
Software
You will use the HumminbirdPC™ software to:
●
Upgrade Matrix software
●
Retrieve, display and personalize your Matrix unit profile
●
Retrieve, store and edit waypoints, routes and tracks.
Matrix Software Upgrades
Your Matrix product is part of a fishing
system that will continue to grow.
As new features and accessories
are introduced through our web-
site
www.humminbird.com
, you can
upgrade your Matrix using the
HumminbirdPC™ software, similar to
upgrading your PC drivers when
adding a new peripheral device.
1. Start the HumminbirdPC™ soft-
ware program on your PC. When
the
Select Operation
screen is
displayed, click on the
"Update
Unit Software"
button.
2. The HumminbirdPC™ software
will begin searching through the
serial ports on your PC for a
connection to the Matrix unit. The connection status will be displayed in the
Status window. When your Matrix unit has successfully been located, the
status will indicate
"Connected!"
3. Check the
www.humminbird.com
website (or the CD-ROM) for updates,then
follow the instructions to download (or place) the new Matrix product
software file appropriate for your Matrix model number to any directory on
your PC.
4. Use the
BROWSE
button to locate and select the Matrix product software file
you downloaded from the Humminbird website or from the CD-ROM.
5. Click the
PROGRAM MATRIX
button to begin programming your Matrix unit
with new software. A progress bar will appear on both the PC screen and your
Matrix unit screen to show the status of the transfer process. A message
telling you that the transfer process is complete will be displayed on the
screen for several seconds.
Very Important! Do not interrupt or turn off the Matrix unit during this transfer
process.
Manage GPS Waypoints, Routes and Tracks Data
This feature allows you to manage the GPS data that is stored on your Matrix
Fishing System. You can download this information from your unit, view it, edit
it, save it to your computer’s hard drive and upload it back to your unit.
1. From the Select Operation screen,
click on the
"Manage Tracks,
Waypoints, Routes"
button.
2. For Waypoints, you can edit the
Lat/Long, the icon used, and the
name of an existing waypoint.
3. For Routes, you can create a new
route, edit a route by adding or
deleting waypoints, or change the
name of an existing route.
4. For Tracks, you can only edit the name of an existing track.
5. For more details, please use the online help application.
Matrix Unit Profile
The HumminbirdPC
TM
software will retrieve and display a profile of your Matrix
unit. It will show your model number, unit serial number, and current software
revision level.
You can also personalize your Matrix unit so that every time the unit is turned
on, your information will be displayed on the title screen. Put in your name,
address and phone number, an inspirational message, or a goal for your next
fishing trip!
For more information, please use the built-in Help application.
Using the HumminbirdPC™ Built-In Help
Your HumminbirdPC
TM
comes with built-in Help. The built-in Help feature is
used to supplement the information found in this manual; there are many
tasks described in the help that are not described in the manual. As the built-
in help is updated more frequently than the manual, you should use the built-
in help before calling the Customer Resource Center with a problem.
Access the help feature by running the HumminbirdPC™ software application
(Start/Programs/HumminbirdPC), then pressing the pointer arrow icon in the
main toolbar, then clicking on the object about which you are seeking help.
There is also a table of contents that you can use to read a general overview
and some basic tips on how to operate the HumminbirdPC™ software.
The WEEE Directive aims to minimize the impact of end-of-life electrical and
electronic equipment on human health and the environment. Therefore, any
product bearing the WEEE symbol must not be included with unsorted municipal
waste. Instead, it must be separately collected, treated and recycled.
For proper disposal of this equipment, please contact the Johnson Outdoors distributor or
see
www.humminbird.com
.
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. Genuine Humminbird
accessories offer the opportunity to upgrade and expand the capabilities of your Humminbird Fishing
System. Your Humminbird accessory is designed for trouble-free operation, and is backed by a one-year
warranty described in the Warranty card included with your Humminbird Fishing System. We encourage you
to read this operation manual and your Fishing System operation manual carefully in order to get full benefit
from all the features and applications of your Humminbird product.
WARNING:
Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the
9-pin serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty. Handling
and/or opening this unit may result in exposure to lead, in the form of solder.
WARNING:
This product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm
.
© 2008 Humminbird®, Eufaula, AL, USA. All rights reserved.
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. Genuine Humminbird
accessories offer the opportunity to upgrade and expand the capabilities of your Humminbird Fishing
System. Your Humminbird accessory is designed for trouble-free operation, and is backed by a one-year
warranty described in the Warranty card included with your Humminbird Fishing System. We encourage you
to read this operation manual and your Fishing System operation manual carefully in order to get full benefit
from all the features and applications of your Humminbird product.
WARNING:
Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the
9-pin serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty. Handling
and/or opening this unit may result in exposure to lead, in the form of solder.
WARNING:
This product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm
.
© 2008 Humminbird®, Eufaula, AL, USA. All rights reserved.
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Technical Specifications
You will need a PC with the following minimum specifications:
●
Windows95/98/ME, NT4.0 sp6, 2000 Pro, XP Home, XP Pro
●
32 MB RAM
●
20 MB free disk space
●
Pentium or Celeron class processor
●
An available 9-pin serial port
●
Monitor capable of running at a resolution of 800 x 600 or higher.
Contact Humminbird
Your Humminbird accessory is designed for trouble-free
operation and is backed by a one-year warranty.
If you have any questions, contact our
Humminbird® Customer Resource Center:
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
