Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN
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- Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 1
addendum This addendum documents new features included in the HDS Gen2 2.0 and 2.5 software updates. These features are not described in the HDS Gen2 Operation manual. HDS Gen2 2.0 software update Screen capture A new method for taking screen captures has been implemented in this software version - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 2
StructureScan Auto Contrast Automatically adjusts the contrast setting to a level that works best with current water conditions. Customizable panel layouts HDS-8 and HDS-10 users can access new customizable panel layouts. To access the customizable layout menu, press Pages, select a combo page, and - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 3
operation manual release. 1. Access the Chart menu 2. Select Chart options 3. Select Change to Lowrance or Change to Navionics 4. Press Enter. New Navionics features The 2.0 software update Easy view - Increases the size of cartography on the screen, as though user was using a magnifying glass • - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 4
foot range. • Rock Filtering - Filters rocks below a certain depth 3D charts for Lowrance 3D charts are available for Insight mapping. The navigation in 3D charts have changed slightly with the HDS 2.0 software update. There are two 3D view options available: • Rotate - default view keeping the boat - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 5
the 3D chart In this view the camera position is fixed, and the camera can only be rotated and tilted. , looking toward the vessel. The vessel's rotation on the chart is defined by the chart orientation settings. You can change the camera's tilt angle by pressing the keypad up or down. You rotate - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 6
This allows the user to better manage critical user information and segregate it by lake, state, region, etc for ease in backup and restoration or sharing with friends and trails to a non-HDS unit, select a compatible file format and export the file to a SD or microSD card that works with the non - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 7
damping levels cause a delayed response to changes in the data. PDF viewer Use the PDF viewer to read manuals and other PDF files on the HDS display. The manuals can be read from an inserted SD card or from the unit's internal memory. Use the softkeys and the keypad to navigate through the pdf file - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 8
setup dialog. Point 1 antenna configuration Enabling WAAS/MSAS/EGNOS Select WAAS/MSAS/EGNOS to use the satellite based augmentation system (SBAS), which can increase accuracy of a GPS fix to within approximately 1m. WAAS covers North America, MSAS covers East Asia (primarily JAPAN), and EGNOS covers - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 9
traffic. For high speed vessels, the maximum update rate will be desired for measuring performance to data to smooth out displayed values. The best setting will depend on the type of vessel and user correction value, a reliable hand bearing or fixed magnetic compass should be used for reference. - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 10
Set the Point 1 instance value to 001 to disable the heading sensor. This is useful when more than one Point 1 antenna is installed on the same network and you only want to receive data from one of the heading sensors. GNSS Configuration The GPS on-screen instructions to calibrate the compass. 10 | - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 11
the WIFI-1 unit are described in the separate WIFI-1 Installation Guide. ¼¼ Note: GoFree wireless is not compatible with HDS Gen1 units. If an HDS Gen1 unit is on the same network as a GoFree module, networking will no longer be functional. Setting HDS device name You will only need to change your - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 12
wireless viewing of HDS Start the app, and tap the HDS icon to request remote view of the HDS unit. ¼¼ Note: Older versions of the Android operating system do not support display unit autodiscovery. If no units appear on the Lowrance GoFree Viewer screen, follow the onscreen instructions. 12 | - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 13
HDS Gen2 RTM 2.5 software update The HDS RTM 2.5 software update enables support for the SonarHub sonar module, SpotlightScan sonar and Fusion-Link. SonarHub You can use the SonarHub to view data from CHIRP, broadband and StructureScan HD transducers. ¼¼ Note: When the SonarHub is in CHIRP mode, you - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 14
SpotlightScan™ SpotlightScan Sonar shows structure and fish targets ahead and around the boat without disturbing these areas before you have a chance to fish them. The SpotlightScan transducer can also be used for DownScan imaging or as a conventional broadband transducer. Twin scanning beams - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 15
5. Select your trolling motor type 6. Select Calibrate 7. Select OK on the confirmation dialog Displaying SpotlightScan view SpotlightScan images are viewed on the Structure page. You can set up combo pages to view SpotlightScan images, broadband sonar and DownScan images at the same time. | 15 - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 16
weather controls via FUSION-Link devices ¼¼ Note: Refer to your FUSION manual for instructions covering the installation of a FUSION radio on a NMEA 2000 network. FUSION Link setup Audio must be enabled on your HDS unit before setting up your FUSION-Link device. Audio server selection If you have - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 17
Marine region 4. Select your region VHF operation VHF control Favorites Volume/Mute Save as favorite Squelch Scan mode Source Marine region Mixer Audio server level Scans preset VHF channels for transmissions Selects audio source Selects region where VHF radio is located Controls settings for - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 18
operation Select DVD as the Source on the HDS audio menu to control DVD playback on your FUSION-Link device. ¼¼ Note: You will not be able to view DVD video on HDS Gen2 keypad units. DVD control Volume/Mute Source Mixer Audio server Controls volume/mute audio Selects audio source Controls settings - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 19
for a different device, detach Sirius from the AUX source on the HDS unit. 1. Press Menu 2. Select Detach from AUX To reattach Sirius AUX as the Source 3. Select Attach Sirius Mixer Your unit supports FUSION-Link devices with up to four audio zones that can Turns on/off zones individually | 19 - Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 | HDS Gen2 2.5 software release addendum - EN - Page 20
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This addendum documents new features included in the HDS Gen2
2.0 and 2.5 software updates. These features are not described in the
HDS Gen2 Operation manual.
HDS Gen2 2.0 software update
Screen capture
A new method for taking screen captures has
been implemented in this software version.
This new method allows you to quickly
capture screen shots to internal memory
without having to enable/disable screen
capture functionality.
Press the
POWER
and
PAGES
keys
simultaneously to take a screen capture.
StructureMap HD
You can create standard or high resolution StructureMap .smf files.
High resolution .smf files capture more detail, but take longer to
convert and are larger than standard resolution .smf files.
Check the High Resolution checkbox to convert files in high detail.
HDS Gen2 RTM 2.0 & 2.5 addendum