Eagle Electronics FishElite 642c - Manual (Page 18)

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of terrain! It only calculates position, it can’t know what’s between you
and your destination, for example. It’s up to you to safely navigate
around obstacles, no matter how you’re using this product.
Free Training Aids Available
Now that you know something about the technology that makes this
unit possible, you are ready to start learning how to use that technol-
ogy! This manual will guide you through the process of setting up and
running your unit, but that is only one of many resources available.
If you or a friend has Internet access, visit our web site! Find us at
WWW.EAGLESONAR.COM . The site is packed with additional informa-
tion on using our products. For instance, you can learn more about in-
terpreting what you see on your sonar screen with our free Sonar Tuto-
rial. The tutorial includes animated illustrations and more pictures of
actual sonar returns, all described in detail. There's even a printer
friendly version of the tutorial available on our web. It makes a great
supplement to this manual.
Sonar Viewer
You can also download a free copy of our Sonar Viewer software. This
PC-based software application plays back any sonar chart log recorded
with a Eagle sonar product. Features include:
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Adjustable range, zoom, sensitivity, ColorLine, noise rejection,
surface clarity, etc.
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Color interpretation of sonar signals can be user defined.
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Operates like a Windows Multimedia Player with forward, re-
verse, pause, fast forward, fast reverse, and scroll buttons.
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Adjustments update the entire record displayed.
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Can print in full color.
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Window can dynamically be sized on your monitor.
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Mouse cursor shows GPS position, depth and sounding number
anywhere on the visible record.
Emulator
For the ultimate training aid, be sure to download the free emulator
software for your unit. This program can help you learn both basic and
advanced operations without burning boat fuel!
This PC application simulates the actual sonar/GPS unit on your com-
puter. You can run it from your computer keyboard or use your mouse
to press the virtual keys. Easy download and installation instructions
are available on our web site.