Humminbird CoastMaster Chart Cards

Thank You

Thank you for choosing Humminbird®, the #1 name in marine electronics. Humminbird has built its reputation by designing and manufacturing top quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your Humminbird is designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. We encourage you to read this manual carefully in order to get the full benefit from all the features and applications of your Humminbird product.

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⚠️ WARNING! This device should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat damage, or 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.

⚠️ WARNING! The electronic chart in your Humminbird unit is an aid to navigation designed to facilitate the use of authorized government charts, not to replace them. Only official government charts and notices to mariners contain all of the current information needed for the safety of navigation, and the captain is responsible for their prudent use.

⚠️ WARNING! Do NOT save data files (waypoints, routes, tracks, groups, recordings, etc.) to your chart card. Saving data to your chart card will permanently damage it. You can save navigation data to the control head and export it to a blank card. See Save and Export Navigation Data for details.

⚠️ WARNING! DO NOT delete or change the contents of your chart card. Changing the card will permanently damage it.

⚠️ WARNING! Humminbird is not responsible for the loss of data files (waypoints, routes, tracks, groups, recordings, etc.) that may occur due to direct or indirect damage to the unit's hardware or software. It is important to back up your control head's data files periodically. Data files should also be saved to your PC before restoring the control head defaults or updating the software. See your Humminbird online account at humminbird.com and the operations manual on your Humminbird Manual CD for details.

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? NOTE: Do NOT leave the control head SD slot cover open. The slot cover should always be closed to prevent water damage to the unit.

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Overview

Install a Humminbird CoastMaster™ chart card to add enhanced or high definition coastal maps to your Humminbird chartplotter.

Compatibility: Humminbird CoastMaster chart cards are available to use with HELIX G3 and G3N control heads with chartplotting capabilities and all SOLIX control heads. Visit humminbird.com to review the latest compatibility information.

Images show Humminbird SOLIX 15 and HELIX 10 chartplotters, along with CoastMaster U.S. Coastal VX v1.0 chart cards.

Set Up the Control Head

Use the following instructions to start using the latest CoastMaster features with your Humminbird control head.

1 | Update the Control Head Software and Humminbird Basemap

It is important to install the latest software update to enable the Humminbird CoastMaster chart card on your control head.

Check the Current Software Version

CoastMaster requires the following software versions:

• SOLIX®: 3.710 and later
• HELIX®: 2.250 and later

SOLIX Software Update

1. Power On: Press the [POWER key].
2. Press the [HOME key].
3. Select Settings.
4. Select Network.
5. Select System Info.

Read the Software Version number. You must have software version 3.660 and later installed on your control head.

HELIX Software Update

1. Power On: Press the [POWER key].
2. When the title screen is displayed, press the [MENU key].
3. Select System Status from the Start-Up Options menu.

Read the Software Version number. You must have software version 2.210 and later installed on your control head.

4. Power Off: Press and hold the [POWER key].

Check the Current Humminbird Basemap Version (HELIX only)

CoastMaster requires the following basemap versions to operate on HELIX control heads:

• HELIX 7 and 8: 2.010 (released 07/2020) and later
• All other compatible HELIX models: 1.031 (released 07/2020) and later

1. Power On: Press the [POWER key].
2. When the title screen is displayed, press the [MENU key].
3. Select System Status from the Start-Up Options menu.

Read the Humminbird Basemap version number. You must have version 2.010 and later (for HELIX 7 and 8) or version 1.031 and later (for all other compatible HELIX models).

4. Power Off: Press and hold the [POWER key].

Update the Control Head Software and Humminbird Basemap

If you need to update the control head software or basemap, follow the instructions in this section. The SD card included with your CoastMaster purchase contains the control head software updates for SOLIX and HELIX control heads and the Humminbird Basemap update for HELIX control heads. Software updates are also posted to your account at humminbird.com. See your control head operations manual for additional information about updating software.

Review the following important information before proceeding with the updates:

• The control head can take between 10-15 minutes to complete both updates (if applicable). Do not disconnect power to the control head or interrupt the update process.
• HELIX control head software must be updated before the Humminbird Basemap can be updated.
• If you have more than one control head, each control head must be updated individually. They cannot be updated through a networked unit.

⚠️ WARNING! Before the control head software is updated, save your navigation data, sonar recordings, and screen snapshots to an SD card. Humminbird is not responsible for the loss of data files (waypoints, routes, tracks, groups, snapshots, recordings, etc.) that may occur due to direct or indirect damage to the unit's hardware or software. See your control head operations manual for more information.

1. Power on the control head.
2. Insert the SD card into the control head card slot. For microSD compatible control heads, remove the microSD card from the adapter and insert it into the control head card slot.
3. The control head will recognize the new software and run through a series of prompts to install the software. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the software update.

? NOTE: The control head will automatically restart after the control head software update is complete.

4. Repeat step 3 to install the Humminbird Basemap software (HELIX users only).

? NOTE: After the Humminbird Basemap software update is complete, your control head is ready for use. The control head will not restart again.

5. When you have finished updating your control head, remove the microSD or SD card from the control head card slot.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each control head.

2 | Insert the CoastMaster Chart Card

Your control head is compatible with an SD card or a microSD card. To insert the chart card, follow the instructions included with your control head operations guide. Also, use the following guidelines:

• Confirm the chart card is locked. The switch should be pushed down.

⚠️ WARNING! Do NOT save data files (waypoints, routes, tracks, groups, recordings, etc.) to your chart card. Saving data to your chart card will permanently damage it. You can save navigation data to the control head or export it to a blank card. See Save and Export Navigation Data for details.

• Do not force the card into the slot. The card should click easily into place. See your control head operations manual for instructions.
• Do not leave the card slot cover open. The slot cover should always be closed to prevent water damage to the unit.

Diagram shows a microSD card slot with a lock switch in the locked position.

Set Up for the Day

Use the following instructions to get started each time you go out on the water.

1 | Power On

1. Press the [POWER key].
2. Choose your startup mode.

If you are on the water with GPS reception, select Normal mode. (Normal mode is required for on-the-water use.)

If you are off the water and don't have GPS reception, select Simulator mode.

2 | Display a Chart View

SOLIX

1. Press the [HOME key].
2. Select Chart View from the Favorites bar.

HELIX

1. Press the [VIEW key] until a Chart View is displayed on-screen.

OR

1. Press and hold the [VIEW key] to open the Views X-Press Menu.
2. Select Chart > Chart View.

Screenshots display the Humminbird Chart View with CoastMaster Chart Card installed on SOLIX and HELIX units, showing depth, time, GPS data, and map details.

Automatic Display: The map displayed on the Chart View is based on your latitude/longitude position and the chart card installed in the control head, so your current position will be displayed automatically. GPS reception is required for the correct position to be displayed.

If your current position is not displayed, confirm you have GPS reception and that your CoastMaster Chart Card is installed. Also, review the Chart Source:

SOLIX Chart Source

1. Press the [HOME key].
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Chart.
4. Select a Chart Source.

Global: Turn Global on to share the map source with the other control heads in a network.

HELIX Chart Source

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the Chart tab.
3. Select Map Source.
4. Select the installed chart card.

Auto: The best available map will be selected automatically.

3 | Select a Chart Preset

Use Chart Presets to quickly alternate between settings. You can use the default Fishing or Navigation settings provided, or you can create a custom User preset with your preferences. The Fishing and Navigation presets are also fully customizable. You can restore each preset back to its default settings at any time.

? NOTE: With a few exceptions that are noted in this guide, changing a setting in the active preset will not affect that setting in the other presets.

SOLIX

1. Press the [MENU key].
2. Select Chart Options.
3. Select a Chart Preset.

? QUICK TIP! You can also change this setting by tapping the chart preset icon in the status bar. See Using the Status Bar for more information.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the HB Chart tab.
3. Select a Chart Preset.

? QUICK TIP! You can also change this setting by pressing the [MENU key] once to open the Chart X-Press Menu.

Screenshots show the Chart Preset selection menu on SOLIX and HELIX units.

4 | Adjust the Water Level Offset

It is important to note if the water level is higher or lower than usual. For example, if you know the tide is 5 feet higher than normal, set the Water Level Offset to +5.

SOLIX

1. Tap Chart in the status bar, or press the [MENU key] once.
2. Select Water Level Offset.
3. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key], to turn it on.
4. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the setting.

If the water level is higher than normal, set a positive amount.

If the water level is lower than normal, set a negative amount.

If the water level has not changed (normal), turn off Water Level Offset.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice. Select the HB Chart tab.
2. Select Water Level Offset.
3. Use the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to adjust the setting.

If the water level is higher than normal, set a positive amount.

If the water level is lower than normal, set a negative amount.

If the water level has not changed (normal), set Water Level Offset to (0) zero.

What's on the Map

The installed CoastMaster Chart Card provides multiple colors and icons to help you identify depth, contours, and fish attractions on the map.

Diagrams illustrate the CoastMaster map display, labeling contour lines, depth palette colors, drying areas, chart objects (wreck, landmark), spot sounding labels, and shallow water highlights.

Tips for Using the Map

In addition to the chart and navigation features available with your Humminbird control head, use the following tips with your CoastMaster Chart Card.

Move Across the Chart

Move the Joystick (SOLIX) or press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key (HELIX) to move the cursor across the chart.

Optional: Press the -ZOOM key repeatedly to zoom out. Move the Joystick (SOLIX) or press any arrow on the 4-WAY Cursor Control key (HELIX) to move the cursor across the chart.

See More on the Chart

Zoom in (+) and Zoom out (-) to see more of the chart display (contour lines, depth colors, etc.).

View Map Information

Move the cursor to an icon (buoy, marker, etc.), contour line, or position on the chart, and press the [CHECK/INFO key]. If you have a SOLIX control head and the cursor is not snapped to an object, press the [CHECK/INFO key] a second time or select Map Info from the Info Menu.

Change the Chart Orientation

Select your display preference: North-Up, Head-Up, Course-Up, etc.

SOLIX

1. From the Chart X-Press Menu, select Chart Options.
2. Select General > Orientation.
3. Select an orientation to apply to the chart.

? QUICK TIP! You can also change this setting by tapping the chart orientation icon in the status bar. See Using the Status Bar for more information.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the Chart tab.
3. Select Chart Orientation.
4. Select an orientation to apply to the chart.

Search Your Map (SOLIX Only)

Search the area for ports, services, tide stations, current stations, and other points of interest. You can also search for the nearest waypoints, routes, and tracks.

1. From the Chart X-Press Menu, select Info.
2. Select Find Nearest.
3. Select an item from the displayed list.

Screenshots show the 'Find Nearest Results' list on SOLIX.

Using the Status Bar (SOLIX Only)

The status bar is located at the top of the screen. It changes to match the on-screen view. You can tap the icons in the status bar to open and close a menu or make a selection.

Screenshot shows the SOLIX status bar with interactive icons labeled: Tap to open the X-Press Menu, chart orientation, chart preset, depth color palette.

Adjust the Map Display Settings

When you install a CoastMaster Chart Card, menu options are added to your control head. You can show or hide contour lines, highlight a depth range on the map, highlight shallow water, set safe depth levels and more.

Some of the menu options in this section may be displayed in other parts of the menu system so that you can access them quickly. No matter where you make the change, the control head will update the setting across the system.

? NOTE: With a few exceptions that are noted in this guide, changing a setting in the active preset will not affect that setting in the other presets.

Open the Depth/Contours Menu

SOLIX

1. From the Chart X-Press Menu, select Chart Options.
2. Select Depths/Contours.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the HB Chart tab.
3. Select Depth/Contours.

Screenshots display the 'Depth/Contours Menu' on SOLIX and HELIX units.

Display Contour Lines and Adjust the Contour Density

You can display or hide the contour lines on the map, and you can adjust the distance between each contour line.

Show/Hide Contour Lines

Show or hide water contour lines in Chart Views.

SOLIX

1. From the Depths/Contours Menu, select Contour Lines.
2. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide contour lines.

HELIX

1. From the Depth/Contours Menu, select Contour Lines.
2. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide contour lines (check mark = visible, blank = hidden).

Adjust the Contour Density

Use Contour Density to adjust the density of the contour lines displayed on the map. You can set the density to High, Medium, or Low. Contour lines must be turned on to adjust this feature.

? NOTE: Contour density can only be customized in the Fishing and User presets. Navigation contour density cannot be changed.

SOLIX

1. From the Depths/Contours Menu, select Contour Density to open the submenu.
2. Select a Contour Density setting.

HELIX

1. From the Depth/Contours Menu, select Contour Intervals.
2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to adjust the setting.

Screenshots illustrate adjusting 'Contour Density' on SOLIX and HELIX units.

Change the Contour Lines Color

Contour lines must be turned on to adjust this setting.

SOLIX

1. From the Depths/Contours Menu, select Contour Color.
2. Select a color. Tap, or press the [ENTER key], to turn it on.

HELIX

1. From the Depth/Contours Menu, select Contour Color.
2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to select a color.

Display Depth Colors and Adjust the Depth Range

You can adjust the range of data shown on the chart by changing the minimum and maximum range on the display. The range you select affects how the depth colors are displayed. For best results, set a narrow depth range threshold.

Show/Hide Depth Colors

Turn depth area colors in the Chart Views Off or On.

SOLIX

1. From the Depths/Contours Menu, select Depth Palette.
2. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide depth colors.

? QUICK TIP! You can also change this setting by tapping the color palette icon in the status bar. See Using the Status Bar for more information.

HELIX

1. From the Depth/Contours Menu, select Depth Palettes.
2. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide depth colors (check mark = visible, blank = hidden).

Screenshots show the 'Depth Palettes' feature OFF and ON for HELIX units, highlighting depth areas with color.

Adjust the Depth Range

For best results, set a narrow depth range threshold. For example, set the Palette Min Range to 100 and the Palette Max Range to 200.

SOLIX

1. From the Depths/Contours Menu, select Palette Min Range.
2. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the setting.
3. Select Palette Max Range.
4. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the setting.

HELIX

1. From the Depth/Contours Menu, select Palette Min Range.
2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor key to adjust the setting.
3. Select Palette Max Range.
4. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor key to adjust the setting.

Change the Color Palette

The Color Palette menu changes the colors used to display the map.

SOLIX

1. From the Depths/Contours Menu, select Color Palette.
2. Select a color palette.
3. If you have selected a blue color palette, you can adjust the number of shades displayed. Select Blue Colors, and press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the setting.

? QUICK TIP! You can also change this setting by tapping the color palette icon in the status bar. See Using the Status Bar for more information.

HELIX

1. From the Depth/Contours Menu, select Color Palette.
2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to select a new color palette.
3. If you have selected a blue color palette, you can adjust the number of shades displayed by selecting Blue Palette Colors and using the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to adjust the setting.

? QUICK TIP! You can also change this setting by pressing the [MENU key] once to open the Chart X-Press Menu.

Screenshots display different 'Color Palettes' for the map on SOLIX units.

Set Depth Highlights

Highlight deep and shallow waters in Chart View and Chart Combo Views using the following CoastMaster features.

? NOTE: Changing these settings will affect all presets, not just the active preset.

Open the Depth Highlights Menu

SOLIX

1. From the Chart X-Press Menu, select Chart Options.
2. Select Depth Highlights.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the HB Chart tab.
3. Select Depth Highlights.

Screenshots display the 'Depth Highlights Menu' on SOLIX and HELIX units.

Highlight a Depth Range

Depth Highlights allow you to select up to four depth ranges to be highlighted on the chart.

SOLIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select Depth Highlights. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide depth highlights.
2. With depth highlights turned on, set the depth range for Depth Highlight 1 by selecting Min Range or Max Range. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the setting.
3. To turn on an additional highlight, select Depth Highlight 2 and tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key].
4. Repeat Step 2 with Depth Highlight 2 to adjust the depth range.
5. Repeat Steps 3-4 for each additional depth highlight (up to four).

HELIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select Depth Highlights. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to show or hide depth highlights.
2. With depth highlights turned on, set your desired depth range by selecting Highlight 1 Min or Highlight 1 Max. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor key to adjust the setting.
3. To turn on an additional highlight, select Highlight 2. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to display the highlight. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)
4. Repeat Step 2 with Highlight 2 Min and Highlight 2 Max to adjust the depth range.
5. Repeat Steps 3-4 for each additional depth highlight (up to four).

Screenshots illustrate 'Depth Highlights' OFF and ON for SOLIX units, showing highlighted depth ranges.

Change the Highlight Color

If you've set Depth Highlights and they're not easy to see with the color palette you've selected, you can change the Highlight Color.

SOLIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select the Color you wish to change.
2. Tap, or use the Joystick and Enter key, to select a new color.
3. Repeat these steps for each additional highlight you wish to change.

HELIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select the Highlight Color you wish to change.
2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to select a new color.
3. Repeat these steps for each additional highlight you wish to change.

Screenshots show 'Red Depth Highlights' and 'Green Depth Highlights' on HELIX units.

Highlight Shallow Water

The Shallow Water Highlight identifies shallow waters when the depth is equal to or less than the level you set. Depth Highlights must be turned on to enable this feature.

SOLIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select Shallow Water Highlight.
2. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide shallow water highlights.
3. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the highlighted depth level.

HELIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select the first Shallow Water Highlight menu option.
2. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide shallow water highlights. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)
3. To adjust the highlighted depth level, select the second Shallow Water Highlight menu option.
4. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to adjust the setting.

Change the Shallow Color

If you've set Shallow Water Highlights and they're not easy to see with the color palette you've selected, you can change the Shallow Water Highlight Color.

SOLIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select the Shallow Water Highlight Color.
2. Tap, or use the Joystick and Enter key, to select a new color.

HELIX

1. From the Depth Highlights Menu, select Shallow Water Highlight Color.
2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to select a new color.

Filter Chart Objects

Use Chart Objects to add or hide chart details and navaids on the Chart View.

Open the Chart Objects Menu

SOLIX

1. From the Chart X-Press Menu, select Chart Options.
2. Select Chart Objects.
3. Select one of the following:

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the HB Chart tab.
3. Select Chart Objects.
4. Use the RIGHT Cursor key to select one of the following tabs:

Screenshots display the 'Chart Objects Menu' on SOLIX and HELIX units, showing options for Navigation, Water, and Land data.

Show/Hide Spot Soundings

Spot Soundings are depth measurements shown on the chart.

SOLIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select Navigation > Spot Soundings.
2. Tap, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide spot soundings. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)
3. To hide only the spot soundings deeper than a depth you set, select Soundings Filter.
4. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key] to enable or disable the filter.
5. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the depth level.

HELIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select the Navigation tab.
2. Select Spot Soundings.
3. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide spot soundings. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)
4. To hide only the spot soundings deeper than a depth you set, press the DOWN Cursor key to select Soundings Filter.
5. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to enable the filter and adjust the depth level.

Show/Hide Rocks

SOLIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select Water > Rocks.
2. Tap, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide rocks. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)
3. To hide only the rocks below a depth you set, select Rock Filter.
4. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key] to enable or disable the filter.
5. Press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to adjust the depth level.

HELIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select the Water tab.
2. Select Rocks.
3. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide rocks. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)
4. To hide only the rocks below a depth you set, press the DOWN Cursor key to select Rock Filter.
5. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to enable the filter and adjust the depth level.

Show/Hide Tides and Currents

Turn on Tides and Currents to review information for the nearest tide and current stations to your present position.

SOLIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select Navigation.
2. Select Tides and Currents.
3. Tap, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide tide and current icons. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden]

HELIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select the Navigation tab.
2. Select Tides and Currents.
3. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide tide and current data. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)

Show/Hide Dynamic Tides and Currents

Turn on Dynamic Tides and Currents to display an icon on the Chart View that indicates the status of the tides and currents. The provided data is affected by the station's time zone.

? NOTE: Tides and Currents must be turned on to enable Dynamic Tides and Currents.

? NOTE: Changing this setting will affect all presets, not just the active preset.

SOLIX

1. Press the [HOME key].
2. Select Settings > Chart > Dynamic Tides/Currents.
3. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key], to show/hide dynamic tides and currents.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the Chart tab.
3. Select Dynamic Tides/Currents.
4. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to show/hide dynamic tides and currents.

Show/Hide Drying Areas

Tidal drying areas are highlighted on your map by a green and tan hatched pattern (Navigation Preset) or in seafoam green (Fishing and User Presets). Drying areas can be turned on and off through the Natural Land Features option.

SOLIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select Land > Natural Features.
2. Tap, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide drying areas. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)

HELIX

1. From the Chart Objects Menu, select the Land tab.
2. Select Natural Land Features.
3. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide drying areas. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden)

Screenshots show 'Drying Areas' ON and OFF on SOLIX units, highlighting tidal drying areas.

Set Safe Depth Levels

Use the Safe Depth feature to set the minimum depth level for your vessel and to turn on highlights for hazards shallower than that level.

? NOTE: Changing these settings will affect all presets, not just the active preset.

SOLIX

1. Press the [HOME key].
2. Select Settings > Chart > Safe Depth.
3. Select Safe Depth again and press and hold the slider, or press and hold the [ENTER key], to set the minimum depth level for your vessel.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the HB Chart tab > Safe Depth.
3. Select Safe Depth again and use the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to set the minimum depth level for your vessel.

Understand Safe Depth Level Settings

Follow the Contour

Follow the Contour allows you to navigate a depth contour using i-Pilot Link (separate purchase required). You can select a contour line and follow it in either direction, or use the Contour Offset feature to stay a set distance from a contour line or shoreline.

When you start i-Pilot Link navigation to Follow the Contour, all other types of navigation are stopped on the Humminbird control head and the Ethernet network.

To purchase i-Pilot Link, and for more information, visit our Web site at humminbird.com or contact Humminbird Technical Support.

⚠️ WARNING! See your i-Pilot Link manual for warnings, safety information, and operations instructions. You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your boat. The i-Pilot Link is designed to be an accurate and reliable tool that will enhance boat operation and improve your ability to catch fish. This product does not relieve you from the responsibility for safe operation of your boat. You must avoid hazards to navigation and always maintain a permanent watch so you can respond to situations as they develop. You must always be prepared to regain manual control of your boat. Learn to operate your i-Pilot Link in an area free from hazards and obstacles.

1 | Preparation

Before you use Follow the Contour, contour lines should be displayed on the Chart View.

Set Contour Lines to Visible

SOLIX

1. From the Chart X-Press Menu, select Chart Options.
2. Select Depths/Contours > Contour Lines.
3. Tap the on/off button, or press the [ENTER key], to show or hide contour lines.

HELIX

1. Main Menu: Press the [MENU key] twice.
2. Select the HB Chart tab > Depth/Contours > Contour Lines.
3. Press the [CHECK/INFO key] or the RIGHT Cursor key to show or hide contour lines. (check mark = visible, blank = hidden]

Set the Contour Offset

You can set Contour Offset to maintain a set distance from a contour line. If you want to navigate along a shoreline, use Contour Offset to maintain a safe distance from the shoreline. Contour Offset is a distance setting only, and does not measure water depth. Enter the Contour Offset based on your knowledge of the water depth in your current area.

No Offset: If you want to navigate the contour without an offset, you can skip this section.

During Navigation: Contour Offset can be adjusted while Follow the Contour navigation is in progress by selecting Contour Offset from the Go To menu (SOLIX) or the Navigation X-Press Menu [HELIX).

⚠️ WARNING! Contour Offset does NOT account for changes in water depth. It is important to be aware of depth variations in your current area and adjust the Contour Offset as needed.

To set the Contour Offset, your boat must be positioned within 1/4 mile of the selected contour.

SOLIX

1. Press and hold a position on the contour line you plan to follow.
2. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to select a contour line.
3. Select Go To > Follow the Contour.
4. Select Contour Offset. Drag the slider, or press and hold the slider, to adjust the offset.

To remove the offset, set the offset to 0 (off).

HELIX

1. Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor to the contour line you plan to follow. Press the GOTO key.
2. Select Follow the Contour. Press the RIGHT Cursor key.
3. Select Contour Offset.
4. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to adjust the offset amount.

To remove the offset, set the offset to 0 (off).

2 | Start Follow the Contour Navigation

You can start i-Pilot Link navigation if the boat position is within 1/4 mile of the selected contour.

⚠️ WARNING! If the selected contour is a shoreline, set the Contour Offset. See Preparation: Set the Contour Offset.

⚠️ WARNING! Contour Offset does NOT account for changes in water depth. It is important to be aware of depth variations in your current location and adjust the Contour Offset as needed.

? NOTE: When the i-Pilot Link is following the contour, the Current Track is not saved and iTracks cannot be recorded.

SOLIX

1. Press and hold a position on the contour line you plan to follow.
2. OR Use the Joystick to move the cursor to select a contour line.
3. Select Go To > Follow the Contour.
4. Select a navigation direction from the submenu. The navigation direction is previewed in orange or purple on the Chart View.
5. Power on the i-Pilot motor to begin navigation. Refer to the i-Pilot Link manual for additional information.

HELIX

1. Open the Follow the Contour Submenu: Use the 4-WAY Cursor Control key to move the cursor to the contour line you plan to follow. Press the GOTO key.
2. Press the UP or DOWN Cursor keys to select a navigation direction. The navigation direction will be previewed in orange or blue in the Chart View.
3. Press the RIGHT Cursor key.
4. Power on the i-Pilot motor to begin navigation. Refer to the i-Pilot Link manual for additional information.

Screenshots illustrate the preview of 'navigation options' during 'Follow the Contour Navigation' on SOLIX and HELIX units.

Adjust the Contour Offset during Navigation

SOLIX

1. Tap Chart in the status bar.
2. Select Go To > Contour Offset.
3. Drag the slider, or press and hold the slider, to adjust the offset.

To remove the offset, set the offset to 0 (off).

HELIX

1. Press the [MENU key] once.
2. Select Contour Offset from the Navigation X-Press Menu.
3. Press the RIGHT or LEFT Cursor keys to adjust the offset.
4. To remove the offset, set it to (0) zero.

Reverse Direction

SOLIX

1. Tap Chart in the status bar.
2. Select Go To > Reverse.

HELIX

1. Press the [MENU key] once.
2. Select Reverse Direction from the Navigation X-Press Menu.

Cancel i-Pilot Navigation

Use the following instructions to cancel i-Pilot navigation.

SOLIX

1. Tap Chart in the status bar.
2. Select Go To > Cancel Navigation.

HELIX

1. Press the [MENU key] once.
2. Select Cancel Navigation. Press the RIGHT Cursor key.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to cancel navigation.

Save and Export Navigation Data

When you mark waypoints or save routes, tracks, and groups, they are saved to the control head. Then, you can export this navigation data to an SD/microSD card. Navigation data cannot be saved to your CoastMaster Chart Card.

⚠️ WARNING! Do NOT export navigation data (waypoints, routes, tracks, etc.) to your CoastMaster Chart Card. Saving data to your chart card will permanently damage it.

Export Navigation Data to a Blank SD/microSD Card

SOLIX

1. Remove the CoastMaster Chart Card. Press the card into the slot and release it. Carefully remove it from the slot.
2. Insert a blank, unlocked SD/microSD card into the control head card slot.
3. Press the [HOME key].
4. Select the Files tool.
5. Under Export, select Nav Data.
6. Select a Save Location: Select the port where the SD card is installed. All saved navigation data will be exported to the selected location.
7. See your control head operations manual or Waypoint Management Guide for more information. These manuals are available on the CD provided with your control head, or you can download them from our Web site at humminbird.com.

HELIX

1. Remove the CoastMaster Chart Card. Press the card into the slot and release it. Carefully remove it from the slot.
2. Insert a blank, unlocked SD/microSD card into the control head card slot.
3. Press the [MENU key] twice to open the Main Menu.
4. Press the RIGHT Cursor key until the Navigation tab is selected.
5. Press the DOWN Cursor key to select Waypoints, Routes, Tracks.
6. Press the RIGHT Cursor key to open the Waypoint Management dialog box.
7. Select Options > Select All and... > Export.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm or cancel the export.
9. See your control head operations manual or Waypoint Management Guide for more information. These manuals are available on the CD provided with your control head, or you can download them from our Web site at humminbird.com.

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