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Side Imaging Forums => 997c SI, 998c SI & 999ci HD SI => Topic started by: lineman on January 10, 2014, 05:56:34 PM

Title: NEW 998C SI HD SET-UP
Post by: lineman on January 10, 2014, 05:56:34 PM
Just looking for some pointers on installation on a new 998c SI HD, just purchased my first HB unit moving over from the Lowrance world. If anyone has any suggestions to help me out it would be greatly appreciated. I have a Javelin R19, without a jackplate and 150hp motor. Plans are to install unit by console. My biggest question is on transducer location, I have tried to look at several pic and study info on site. Which is very helpful thanks to all. Thanks to all in advance.
Title: Re: NEW 998C SI HD SET-UP
Post by: rnvinc on January 10, 2014, 09:02:58 PM
Here's more info...


http://www.bbcboards.net/humminbird-sonar-gps/172972-installation-networking-information-resource.html

Rickie
Title: Re: NEW 998C SI HD SET-UP
Post by: lineman on January 10, 2014, 09:42:25 PM
Rickie thanks great link.
Title: Re: NEW 998C SI HD SET-UP
Post by: Rotus623 on January 14, 2014, 10:41:18 AM
What made you switch from Lowrance, and what unit did you have?
Title: Re: NEW 998C SI HD SET-UP
Post by: lineman on January 14, 2014, 05:52:47 PM
Rotus623, I had the Lowrance 522c igps. The unit works great and I still have it on my boat. I wanted to upgrade to a side image unit and after research and pricing Humminbird worked best for me. I have not had a chance to put in on the water yet but hopefully all will work ok. I see you run the 898 if you have any pointers as for as setting you like feel free to share.
Thanks
Chris B
Title: Re: NEW 998C SI HD SET-UP
Post by: Rotus623 on January 14, 2014, 07:06:54 PM
Go through all of the FAQs and info on interferences. There is soooo much info on here. I keep my SI about 3-4 times wider than the depth, and I like to keep the contrast up higher than most, like at 12-15 and keep my sensitivity low at around 7-8 with enhance on low. This really makes the fish stand out. Keep scroll speed matched to boat speed and record videos!!! Lots of them because you can find which settings you like while using playback.
Title: Re: NEW 998C SI HD SET-UP
Post by: lineman on January 14, 2014, 10:14:26 PM
Thanks a lot!! It is a very informative site, more so than any I have seen. Thanks again
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