NorCross HawkEye Handheld Sonar System PX manual

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  • Page 1

    W ant 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 w[...]

  • Page 2

    - 2 - Never mix different brands of batteries. Never mix new and used batteries (alkaline, lithium, argon zinc, & rechargeable) . Never use damaged batteries. REMOVE BA TTERIES DURING STORAGE. REMOVE DEAD BA TTERIES IMMEDIA TEL Y . T o ensure the Handheld Sonar System PX remains water tight, coat the Battery Cover O-Ring with petroleum jelly (V[...]

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    Obt aining 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. Obt aining T emperature Readings (Thermometer Mode) 1. Activate the Depth Reading Mode as per above. 2. While in Depth R[...]

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    Using the Unit for Ice Fishing 1. Clear away snow to expose the ice surface, making sure the surface is smooth and free from excessive air (the ice should be black in color). 2. Place a small amount of liquid water on the ice and set the transducer side of the unit on the water . 3. If there are any air pockets between the unit and ice, or the wate[...]

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    “Shooting-Thru” a Boat Hull The advanced sonar capabilities of this unit allows it to “Shoot-Thru” the bottom of a boat or canoe. The hull must be made out of solid fiberglass, or a maximum of 1/8” (3.1 mm) aluminum, and be in direct contact with the water with no air pockets. The unit will not work through wood, plastic, or any composite[...]

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    - 6 - Using the Unit for Diving The unit is waterproof to 200 ft (61 m), allowing you to use it as a range finder or target finder for snorkeling or diving. Y ou can point it at the surface, boat, wreck, reef, etc and instantly know how far away the object is. Diving Do’s, Dont’ s, and Tips: • Keep in mind that the sonar signals must be direc[...]

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    I’m Having a Problem, What Do I Do? Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside, and opening it (other than the battery cap) will void the warranty . Please visit our website at www .norcrossmarine.com for troubleshooting information. 1. Nothing Happens When I T urn the Power On: Activate the “Depth Re[...]

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    5. I’m Not Getting A Reading While T rying to “Shoot-Thru” My Boat Hull or Ice: Shooting through the hull of a boat/canoe or ice can be a difficult, as hidden air pockets will prevent you from obt aining a reading. Make certain that the hull or ice is solid from the surface to the water with no air bubbles and/or gaps. Shooting through compos[...]