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Press the Zoom key or use the Zoom Gesture to manually enlarge the 

bottom signal in the main screen by 2. Press it again and the screen

will be returned normal operation. 

In the Split Screen Zoom View, the display is split to show the 

full range view on the right and the zoomed view on the left. The 

full range view on the right also contains the Zoom Preview Box 

that shows what part of the full range view is shown in zoom view 

on the left; the Zoom Preview Box tracks the bottom in the full 

range view. 

Beam Angle Selection 

(SP200/SP300 Only) 

Содержание SP100

Страница 1: ...The Manual Welcome to SonarPhone ...

Страница 2: ...lf The use of the SonarPhone App beyond DEMO mode requires a WiFi connection to a SonarPhone SP100 or SP200 SP300 Sonar System You can either share an existing signal or purchase a Sonar System for yourself SonarPhone Overview This Depth Sounder Mobile Application is designed for amateur and professional fishermen alike It will allow you see fish depth and bottom contour of a body of water This hi...

Страница 3: ...downward and determines distance by measuring the time between the transmission of the sound wave and when the sound wave is bounced off an object Then it uses the reflected signal to interpret depth and composition of an object or bottom structure Choose the System That Works Best for You See Section Where to Buy Features Specifications SonarPhone Features ...

Страница 4: ...p to function properly SP100 Specifications x Depth Range Max 120 feet 40M x Depth Range Min 2 feet 0 6M x Sonar Frequency 125 kHz Single Beam x Cone Angle 30 Degrees x Sonar Power 3 7V Rechargeable Battery x Audible Alarms Fish Shallow Low Battery x Operational 20 80 C x Wireless distance 100 Yards 90M SP200 SP300 Specifications x Depth Range Max 240 feet 73M x Depth Range Min 2 feet 0 6M x Sonar...

Страница 5: ...SP 100 or SP 200 SP 300 by powering up the SP200 SP300 or placing the SP100 into the water Use a wet paper towel to power up the SP100 if at home 2 Go to WiFi setting and be sure it is ON Your SonarPhone system is transmitting and WiFi signal and you should see it on your WiFi networks listing 3 Select the WiFi SonarPhone source you wish to use at this point if several other SonarPhone s are being...

Страница 6: ... range can be effected by many external factors While good conditions allow for a 300 foot 90 meters range the actual distance you could experience may be plus or minus 20 of this distance WiFi technology is greatly limited indoors and is best to keep in line of site for best performance If mounting SP200 SP300 be sure to place it as high in the boat as possible and never in a metal lined compartm...

Страница 7: ...haring a SonarPhone signal with Friends is EASY Just ask the owner of the SonarPhone for their WPA password so you can become a SLAVE to the owner or Master controller of the SonarPhone Again you start in the Settings of you phone or tablet Select WiFi and see what WiFi channels are available Highlight the SonarPhone channel you wish to watch and select it and then add the WPA password from the Ma...

Страница 8: ...AVE to the Master of the SonarPhone signal There is no limit to the number of Slaves you can have to a Master SonarPhone signal but without a master using the system no slave function is available SonarPhone Operation Touch Pad Functions ...

Страница 9: ...Note The Instant View window always updates at the fastest rate possible This view shows what is beneath right now Split Screen Zoom View ...

Страница 10: ... In the Split Screen Zoom View the display is split to show the full range view on the right and the zoomed view on the left The full range view on the right also contains the Zoom Preview Box that shows what part of the full range view is shown in zoom view on the left the Zoom Preview Box tracks the bottom in the full range view Beam Angle Selection SP200 SP300 Only ...

Страница 11: ...e narrow 20 degree beam This is normal because you are covering twice as much area with the wider beam Accessing Menu Features Press the Menu Key to access the menu system The menu system immediately appears on the display The menu system has 3 tabs Sonar Setup and Advanced Tap the different Tab names to switch between different menu panels To change a menu setting simply swipe that setting to the...

Страница 12: ...Demo Mode ...

Страница 13: ...reen decrease the gain to reduce this Ideally you want to set the gain to show the strongest fish echoes with the least amount of clutter As you change the gain level setting you can see the difference it makes on the chart as it scrolls When not in the Menu mode use the large Left and Right arrows on the touch pad to easily control the gain If SonarPhone cannot find the depth or the return signal...

Страница 14: ...you can control the range setting manually IMPORTANT While using manual range operation if the depth is greater than the depth range setting the bottom will not be visible on screen Change the range to a deeper setting or select Auto to return to automatic operation Depth Range This setting allows you to manually change the range setting meaning how deep SonarPhone will read depth The ranges avail...

Страница 15: ... in the display in almost unlimited combinations Depth Cursor The depth cursor found by swiping down to the first menu page consists of a horizontal line with a digital depth box on the right side The numbers inside the box show the depth of the cursor You can move the cursor to any location on the screen letting you pinpoint the depth of a target or keep a reference point for a specific depth Set...

Страница 16: ...Units of Measure ...

Страница 17: ...Fish Symbols Depth Menu Settings x On On Symbols and Depth are Displayed x On Off Fish Symbols Only are Displayed x Off Off No Fish Symbol Display This feature identifies targets that meet certain standards for possibly being a fish SonarPhone analyzes all echoes and eliminates surface clutter thermoclines and other undesirable signals In most instances remaining targets are fish This feature disp...

Страница 18: ...ing that is best for you Off No alarm LARGE Alarm for Big Targets Only LARGE MEDIUM Alarm for Big and Medium Target LARGE MEDIUM SMALL Alarm for Any Size Target Depth Alarm x Menu Settings Off x Adjustment 1 foot to 99 feet 1 to 30 meters The Depth Alarms sounds a tone and the Depth Alarm Indicator will blink when the bottom depth gets shallower than the Depth Alarm s setting WARNING Do not use th...

Страница 19: ...o a single position This is useful when looking for targets close to the bottom when there are heavy waves on the surface Keel Offset Keel Offset will adjust the digital depth readout to indicate depth from the waterline or boat s keel instead of from the transducer position Enter a positive vertical measurement from the transducer to the waterline Enter a negative vertical measurement from the tr...

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Страница 21: ...ing the more surface clutter will be displayed Increasing surface clutter reduces SonarPhone s ability to display small targets Noise Filter x Menu Settings Off High Medium Low The Noise Filter system built into SonarPhone constantly evaluates the effects of boat speed water conditions and interference on the clarity of your display This automatic feature gives you the ...

Страница 22: ...lect the language you can understand best English Spanish German Polish Korean Japanese Chinese Portuguese Dutch Finnish Russian Italian Czech Danish French Swedish or Greek Sonar Transducer Installation and Application Before you can use SonarPhone in the water you must understand how the sonar part of the system works SP100 or SP200 SP300 so you can use it properly SP100 WiFi Sonar System Using ...

Страница 23: ...ot recommended because of the higher risk of losing the SP100 Also be aware of power lines and other obstacles as you cast Handle the SP100 Wireless Sonar Sensor only by the top antenna cover or nose ring when it is ON Avoid touching the bottom when active Take extra care not to drop the SP100 while handling Do not try to open your SP100 it is permanently sealed Charging the SP100 Before you first...

Страница 24: ...tainless steel connection can create rust Turning SP100 ON The SP100 WiFi Sonar System will active automatically when it is immersed in the water The SP100 s internal GREEN indicator light when it has connected a SonarPhone app successfully Once immersed the internal computer will begin to start up Give it a few seconds When ready the SP100 will begin to blink indicating it is transmitting the son...

Страница 25: ... at the floor the stronger the echo will appear Increase the gain level if you cannot find a floor echo 7 The SP100 will time out and turn itself off 30 seconds after the pins have dried IMPORTANT The SP100 s Wet Switch pins must be rinsed with fresh water after exposure to salt water to prevent corrosion IMPORTANT Do not place the SP100 in a wet area or on a metal surface when not in use as this ...

Страница 26: ...hard on equipment so if you damage your SP100 and this is NOT covered by your warranty you can have it replaced for a fraction of the original cost This service also extends beyond the standard warranty period so if five years from now the battery is fails Vexilar s No Hassle Service Program for SonarPhone SP100 owners will be there for you for as long as you own the product Here s how it works Se...

Страница 27: ...number or e mail address for us to contact you IMPORTANT Do not try to open your SP100 it is permanently sealed Opening a SP100 will void the warranty SP200 WiFi Permanent Installation To use the SP200 system on a boat the T Box and transducer must first be installed onto the boat and the proper wiring connection made Take a few minutes to plan your installation The SP200 SP300 should be mounted i...

Страница 28: ...four appropriate fasteners for your mounting location 2 Position the SP200 in your intended mounting location 3 Mark the four holes and drill each using the appropriate drill size 4 Attach the SP200 SP300 using your four fasteners Tighten securely 5 Insert the power cable jack and tighten the transducer cable connection securely Ensure there is good clearance for the connectors SP200 Power Connect...

Страница 29: ...ing Connect the SP200 to Power 1 Be sure the power cord is not connected to the SP200 2 Route the power cable from the SP200 location to the power source 3 Connect the red wire to the positive power source terminal and the black wire to the negative terminal 4 Connect the power plug to the SP200 s power jack Transducer Installation The sonar transducer style that comes with SP200 is designed to be...

Страница 30: ... is reasonably flat with a dead rise of 10 or less mount the transducer along the hull bottom If dead rise is greater than 10 mount the transducer with level alignment Install the SP200 Transducer Externally 1 Assemble the stainless steel brackets to the transducer using the hardware furnished Do not tighten until final adjustments are made 2 Place assembly on transom at selected location with the...

Страница 31: ...nsducer tip the rear edge down approximately 1 8 as shown 6 Tighten all screws CAUTION Do not use any thread locking compound on the screws Most products such as Loctite contain chemicals that attack and weaken plastics Install the SP200 In Hull Finding the best location for the transducer before you mount it is critical Choose a flat smooth spot near the center of the bilge and near the back of t...

Страница 32: ... transducer in the glue Press it down firmly gently twisting it back and forth making sure that there are no air bubbles in the glue between the transducer and the hull Let the glue dry completely before turning the unit on Turning the SP200 On press the master ON OFF switch for about 2 seconds to turn the T box on Note random flashing of the power light is normal and indicating it is transmitting...

Страница 33: ...argeable 12 Volt battery and a suction cup style transducer mounting system This allows you to use SonarPhone on a boat without the need for the installation steps A suction cup attaches the transducer to the boat Attaching the Suction Cup Transducer 1 Unwind the cable from the carrying case and set the transducer system near the back of the boat 2 Find a smooth spot on the outside and near the bo...

Страница 34: ...icating it is transmitting a WiFi signal Charging the Battery Allow the battery to warm up before charging This makes it easier for the charger to charge the battery and the battery is more accepting of a charge 1 Plug the charger into a wall outlet verify that it is operating by noting the illuminated GREEN light 2 Connect the charger to the Easy Charge Jack on the SP300 The charger s light will ...

Страница 35: ...rger can remain connected to the battery indefinitely and the battery will be maintained at full charge Where to Buy Vexilar has a wide network of sporting goods dealers For a complete list and nearest location finder please visit http vexilar com apps Where to Get Help If you have problems of questions please visit our support website http vexilar com apps support SonarPhone Navionics ...

Страница 36: ...enu Charts Upgrades or from this linkhttp www sonarphone mobi Navionics It includes a transducer and Wi Fi transmitter that can easily be installed on any vessel Then simply connect wirelessly with SP200 SP300 and the app automatically displays the live data Boaters who are looking for a handy and inexpensive supplement to their current onboard systems also benefit from wireless access anywhere on...

Страница 37: ...pliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not inst...

Страница 38: ...om that to which the receiver is connected x Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Radiation Exposure Statement The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must be co located for operating in conjunction with any other antenna ϋ or transmitter Software Engineering by Phiradar Techno...

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