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One thing you need to know. The depth of water is subtracted from the range out setting. Using your screen for example, you are sitting in 28ft of water with a range setting of 70ft. So objects at the edge of your screen are not 70ft away from your boat, they are 42ft away from your boat. If you were in 5ft of water the objects at the edge of your screen would be 65ft with those settings. Hope this helps, tight lines..!

@donatasjankantas4739

5 ай бұрын

I think this is actually an incorrect explanation. I was thinking the same, but what we have to realise - fishfinder just measures distance to the object and not the surface distance. Ex - if depth is 28ft, then objects appearing 30ft away on screen are actually 30ft away (28ft down + ~2ft left or right).

@InstinctBassin

5 ай бұрын

Good point. I rarely use SideVu to actually cast to something from SideVu. I will usually use SideVu to find objects, then mark them with a waypoint, then go to the waypoint (object) using a split screen of my Navigation and DownVu. This finds the object 100% of the time, and I don't have to worry about whether the feet to it is completely accurate or not.

This is fantastic. I’m picking up my new Crestliner XF 189 this week and it has the 73 up front and the 93 in the console. I’m saving this video so I can use your tips for setting them up. Also I’m subscribing as a thank you!

Thanks for identifying some quick items that will help me get my kayak out on the water with a useful echo map.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks so much. I have a 95 sv on my kayak and another on the front deck of my bass boat. I love them and use them a lot but learned a couple new thing from this video. Simple yet informative. Just subscribed

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great I’ve had mine for this is going to be the third season and I basically use it as a depth sounder because it’s for me too complicated but this video helped immensely I didn’t know about the depth shading I will go out in the yard and tend to that right now thank you❤️‍🔥🇺🇸

I must admit: despite the fact that I am a "humminbird" man, this video was one of the most logical , clear, straightforward explanations I have ever seen! You are to be highly commended for your superior teaching style......

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@DrGargani

Жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin the one thing missing in the Garmin arsenal that is very important to me, is that I can turn off Contour mode in side view with Humminbird....I fish in a rowboat on large impoundments where the major off shore cover is flooded stone wall boundaries that existed on the farmland before the reservoir was formed...with contour mode off, it is much easier to follow along these walls....

This video was a big part of narrowing down between this and a couple of other units thanks for the great videos man

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great video, I haven’t had the chance to use my 93sv yet but I wanted to know what to expect. Very informative and straight to the point. You gained a subscriber!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

Great video, definitely helpful tips…. I’m a Lawrence guy, are was. I just bought my Garment and I haven’t been out on the lake but I’m already in love with this unit. Thank you for posting.

Great video! I just purchased a 73sv and thanks to your video I got the quick rundown I needed. Saved me a lot of trial and error, allowing me to simply go use it and catch fish. Thanks for putting this video out there. Tight lines

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I’ll have to check out your channel as well.

@DIYBuildouts

Жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin I may make a how to install the 73sv on a kayak video, since that’s where I’ll be installing mine. If I do I’ll give this video a shout out for a rundown. 👊

Thanks so much very helpful I just got my two 9" units for Father's day im excited about learning how to catch bass offshore and by livescope

Thank you for the info. I’ve had my 73sv for a couple weeks but because of rain and work, I haven’t had a chance to setup/use yet. I fish a lot of Northern California reservoirs that aren’t mapped. Can’t wait to try out the mapping feature!! Happy holidays!

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

The contour feature works great, but you will need to insert a blank SD card in the slot for it to record to. Anything 32GB or smaller should work.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, we’re you able to try it out yet?

Your videos are so informative!!! Happy New Year!!!

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

And Happy New Year to you too!

I learn more from this one video about my Garmin that I've ever knew. Thank you for all the information.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you for the info. It was very helpful

Enjoyed the video. Just received a 93sv for Christmas. This will be a big help.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Thanks man! Super helpful!

Most helpful tutorial I've found!!! Thank you

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

Thanks for this awesome startup guide!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

This is a very helpful video. Good job. Thanks man.

@InstinctBassin

10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Very informative. Just bought two of these units for $699 / unit at bass pro. Can’t wait to try them out!!

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the very informative tutorial!!!👊🏻 Bought 73SV for my new boat and will be getting out and doing these tips on the units!!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!!

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@jrockga1699

Жыл бұрын

How do you like the 73sv? I'm thinking about getting one.

@MrJohnB-qs6dp

Жыл бұрын

@@jrockga1699 So far I really like it. Very user friendly!! Keep watching this channel for the tips given, they are a big help!!1

@jrockga1699

Жыл бұрын

@@MrJohnB-qs6dp Thanks😃 I like this channel 😎

@MrJohnB-qs6dp

Жыл бұрын

@@jrockga1699 I do too!! Learned a lot good instructor!!🥇

Very informative. Thank you sir.

thanks very helpful,thats was very good info :)

Fantastic break down just brought one.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

These graphs are second to none. I bought my first one last year. Saved up 4 months to buy it. Almost bought the striker series. Glad i kept saving and bought the echomap. Good video to get guys started.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

I just bought a 73SV,.....thank you sir for this vid!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Perfect!! Very good info!!

Best setup video I've seen. Thanks heaps

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

Very well done and helpful

oh but yes I enjoyed this video. Just got mine this weekend Garmin 93SV and ready to learn this helped me out a lot....

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great video. Picked up a 73SV today. Good to see the Harris chain maps as that's what i'm on.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Nice 👍 let me know if you want to hit up the stick marsh, as I do some guiding there for much cheaper than others.

great job simple and to the point👏👏

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you !

Awesome explanation 😊

Great job. Thanks.

@InstinctBassin

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very informative. Thank you.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great video and excellent info. Appreciate it

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

Thank You. You just made my life easier.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great run through and tips. Thanks! Cabelas has some good sales now, spring 2022 and I am looking for a good side scan unit. Charts will be helpful also.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I just did another longer video on these units as well, so be sure to check it out.

Good presentation!!

Awesome, thanks...I just bought a 73sv

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@forrhs8430

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin love the tips for use of the 73sv or 93sv...will make it easier to ise when I get mine

Thanks for the video.. im looking to buy the 93sv

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. You won’t be disappointed. The only other advice I’d give is that you may be able to find the 106sv on sale still. If so, then that would be the way to go.

Very helpful. Thank you.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great video. I am new to Garmin and livescope. Lots of great information I will definitely try! Fish on.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great info thanks for sharing 💥💥

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks very helpful video,and well done, looking forward to seeing more or your videos, thanks again

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great tips! Thanks

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Brightness an Gain are different i do believe.. thanks for the video

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! They are the same thing on Garmin units. www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/echomapplus/EN-US/GUID-21718E6E-FF8B-46E0-AF00-7EA20C6B6902.html

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Specifically, traditional transducers use gain, whereas Garmin ClearVu transducers use brightness. This is from the manual, page 23, Adjusting the Level of Detail.

ThankS

Best video I have seen.

@InstinctBassin

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Great instructional vid with a simple explanation of the processes. Thanks much for making it available as a Garmin of some variety is in my near future.. d:^)

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 👍

Great video!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great job. I also like it if you could a video on hooking up a 73 and a 93 together. Again Thanks

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Will look at doing one of those. But all you need to do is get one of these: amzn.to/3J1x6sX Plug it into the Panoptix port on the back of both units, and you’re done.

Yes I did just get the 93sv so this helps a lot. I noticed autopilot on your home screen! Is that what will control my trolling motor in a route?

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

I believe autopilot is actually for when you have the unit hooked up to a NEMA network on your boat. Not something you would normally do on a bass boat. That said, it isn’t a function I’ve ever used, so definitely check out the manual for that one. Thanks again for watching.

Man great Video! Just got my boat that came with a 73sv and I can't wait to get out to the unit and set it up with some of these changes. What mode were you in to be able to do that in your garage again please?

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

I had the unit in simulator mode. It can be accessed through the system menu. Just be sure to turn simulator off before you go to the water. Thanks for watching.

Hello Sir, I'm a new subscriber to your channel, your video series about the Garmin 93SV are very informative. I have learned a lot about how to use it. I just purchased the 93SV and can't wait for a change in temperature so I can get it switched out form my current unit. I'm coming from a SIMRAD GO9 XSE. I'm looking forward to springtime, so I can get out and give the Garmin a go... I mainly fish Lake St Clair for Bass and Musky, I hope this unit and your helpful tips, help me to locate fish better... Tight Lines!!

@InstinctBassin

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Nice video. Subbed.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Listen.....at 3am ....on the east coast- there is NOTHING better than one of these to ease your mind in the pitch black... ESPECIALLY if the weathers bad

@InstinctBassin

3 ай бұрын

I bet!

Just ordered a 73SV for my boat, great video man. Appreciate the tips, excited to get it setup. Did you use the swivel mount that came with it by chance? If so how is it?

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

I did use the swivel mount, and it works well. It just seems a little flimsy, but I haven’t had any issues with it at all. If I had to do it again, I would probably use a Panther mount, or some other that fits over the top of the trolling motor.

@alpha_bravo89

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin I appreciate that. I was debating on just using it or ordering a RAM ball mount for it. I'll give it a shot and see what happens. Just going on the console of my little pro 17 bass tracker. Probably order another or the 93SV later to go up front... Soon as my wife forgets that I just bought one lol.

Hello…I really enjoyed this video plus your follow up on 5 more things to do! I have a 73sv and looking at a lot of how to videos to help my learning curve. I do have 2 quick questions. You mentioned that you were not out on your boat when doing the videos so you used simulation mode using the predefined maps, not actual live recorded data. That interests me a lot since we don’t have enough room to keep our boat home and I was wondering what setup you use. My mounting connections are all on my boat where we store it, but I bring the trolling motor battery home to recharge it, so I was wondering (1) how do you enter simulation mode and (2) do you have another set of cables that run from your 73SV device to your battery to power it? I have the full East coast maps that include 17,000 lakes and rivers and I’d like to review these at home for ideas on where to boat/fish. Thanks for any suggestions…

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Hi my latest video talks about how to enter simulator mode and what to do if you can’t find it, so check that out. I also did an “on the water” video where I go over my personal setup. Check those videos out and hopefully they should answer your questions. Thanks for watching.

I took the plunge and bought the 126SV today. I need to find someone who can install it correctly. I can use my existing heavy duty RAM mount. I am not good with wiring so I will look for someone to do it. Thanks for the advice. If you are ever on the west coast near Homosassa give me a shout.

Good afternoon!! I was doing some research last night and I think I am going to go with the 106SV and the 93SV for the bow. The way the dash is configured on my Bass Cat Pantera ll I don't think the 126 will fit. I would have to remove the windshield. Going to Bass Pro on Wednesday and pick them up. .

@InstinctBassin

Ай бұрын

Sounds good 👍 glad you got it figured out. Be sure to network them together for best results.

Contemplating on replacing Lowrance Hook with 93sv

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

You won’t be disappointed

Hi,,, Very Helpful info, THANKS! FYI,,,,, I need to post a story, about a 'GLITCH' that just might save someone a lower unit! I fish NE Ohio, & Erie the most. I Just started to use the Garmin 93SV on our near-by lakes. No Problems there. We recently had a 3-day Erie trip planned with the family. First day/ first time out, a bright & sunny day,,, we went out of port & around the end of the breakwall, & suddenly the whole screen went black,,, I couldn't see a thing on the screen, & that was the spot where the bottom silt comes up to 2'ow.! That 'GLITCH', BLACK SCREEN, ruined the fams 3-day vacation. We had 3 days to find some eyes, & NOW, NO FISHFINDER!! At home, I called Garmin tec support. I Waited 'IN LINE' for 3 hrs, before I got a return call. The TEC knew about the 'GLITCH', aka lighting problem, & easily guided me through the set-up pages to correct "THE PROBLEM". The next weekend, I talked to 3 other GARMIN 93SV owners at my 75 unit campground, & they ALL experienced the same exact 'problem' & they also had to contact GARMIN to get 'THE FIX'. SO,,,, I'm here to tell you & anyone else who BUYS A GARMIN 93SV, to make sure your unit isn't in 'AUTOMATIC' CONTRAST or LIGHTING CONTROL SETTING! MAKE SURE THAT YOUR UNIT IS SET TO 'MANUAL' CONTRAST LIGHTING CONTROL. Set it around 80%, & go from there. I searched through many KZread videos,, & nobody is mentioning this problem. Evidently, the electric eye doesn't diagnose the amount of sunlight that's hitting the screen, & the unit THINKS IT'S DARK OUT! THE SCREEN GOES BLACK.

@jdoboy6835

11 ай бұрын

Oh Ya,,,, one more thing. I removed the Garmin 93SV from it's mounting bracket, in order to take the unit home while I called GARMIN. I figured I needed the SN that's on the back of the unit. With those VERY SMALL positive & negating 12v ELECTRICAL CONTACT PINS, that are on the back of the unit, There's absolutely NO WAY TO FIRE UP THE UNIT when it's out of that bracket!? The boat & bracket were up Erie, & I had the unit at home. Is there an easy, SAFE way to power up this unit, when it's out of the bracket? THANKS,,,,, for any help. ;>)

@InstinctBassin

11 ай бұрын

Not that I know of. I know some people have bought a separate bracket and power cord just so they could mess around with the unit (and make videos) without it needing to be on the boat.

rob can I run my fish finder in my garage to set up or make changes with out hurting my transducer while in simulated mood.thank. love all of your video I have lean a lot

@InstinctBassin

3 ай бұрын

Yep, I do it all the time. You can also just disable the transducer and still make all of your other changes. Just hit the power button once, then “disable all sonar.” That way you’ll know it’s not hurting anything.

@user-hu5yi3di1z

3 ай бұрын

thanks rob I do appreciate it.

Hey great video. I'm in the market and you've help my decision , the 73sv uhd for console 93sv upfront. Hoping you could give a suggestion about which transducer to get

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Either the GT56 or 54 will work great. I have the 54 on both of mine.

So this is my first boat and my first fish finder/chart plotter. I have the UHd 106sv. My problem is, I dunno wth I’m looking at. I have the transducer mounted on the left rear toon on my pontoon. On the screen is it showing behind me as if I need to fish like I’m trolling? Should I move it to mount on my trolling motor?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

On a pontoon, I’d leave it where you have it. But yes, all fishfinders, besides Forward Facing Sonar, show what is directly behind and under the boat. Check out Fish The Moments channel for some great tutorials on how to read sonar…aside from what I have here of course.

Question: at min 4:30 or so you mention that you can just tap on a screen to enlarge it. When I do this it opens that screen but it also is trying to set a waypoint. I can't seem to get that to stop happening. Plus I have no clue how to get the waypoint screen to clear so I am stuck with a portion of the screen with waypoint settings. Is there a setting that will turn this off or what could I be doing wrong? Thanks.

@InstinctBassin

6 ай бұрын

Interesting. I honestly don’t use the split screen setting very often, so I can’t say that I’ve encountered this. I’ll see if I can duplicate it next time I’m on the water though. Maybe try tapping on the screen but not the side of it?

@charliebarks

6 ай бұрын

@@InstinctBassin thanks, I will try to get a video of the screen. I usually am just tapping on the middle of the screen and it's not a long holding tap or a sweeping tap. Thanks again.

Do u make your side scan settings the same the down scan for brightness and contrast?

@InstinctBassin

8 ай бұрын

They are roughly the same. Although I’ll fine tune them on the water.

Question I just got a 106sv and when I put my settings for downview like brightness and range to a certain number and I restart the unit the settings go back to auto on range and brightness is this normal?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

They should stay the same, unless you’re doing an actual system reset and not just turning it off and then back on.

QUESTION : If I do all this adjusting with the thing set on DEMO because the boat is not in the water, will it save and use the changes when set to normal?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

It depends on which settings you are changing. For instance, if you change the depth shading ranges and colors, or the sonar colors, it should save those. I made most of my changes and saves on the water though.

I have a 93sv on both my bow and Console. How do I get those corner squares reading on my chart setting? Thanks your videos are great and appreciated.

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

I’m going off memory here as I’m away from my boat. But from the chart, go to menu, then overlays and tap overlays so there is a small green box to the left. This shows that they are on. Then you can go back to the chart and hold one down to change it.

@ralphspoerl1400

Жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin I'll try tomorrow. Thanks so much.

Great video and really helpful information. I just got a 2022 Avalon pontoon with the Garmin system, not sure the model in the video but similar to your video based on layout of controls and screens. I use the navigation chart almost exclusively as we just cruise and pull the inner tube. I would like to have depth and water temp on the navigation screen but for the life of me haven't been able to find out if that is possible to add. I typically use the combo screens but that makes my navigation screen so small its hard to read. Please let me know if there is anyway to add the depth and temp to navigation screen. Thanks,

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Depending on the unit you have, start from the navigation chart. Then menu, then overlay data (or similar). Be sure it’s turned on. The 7x and 9x models will have a small green mark on the left side of the “button” when they are on. Then go back to the map and they should be there. Hope it helps!

@timbrown9754

Жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin Thanks for the quick response, will try the next time i'm out

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

@@timbrown9754 you can also try it with the unit in simulator mode.

It is a real pity that there is ZERO information about the ECHOMAP UHD 60 has nothing on you tube or anywhere on the net. With the Echomap I mentioned - the system does not respond to touching the screen. Maybe Garmin should something about it????

@InstinctBassin

5 ай бұрын

It’s true, there isn’t much out there on that model. Unfortunately I’m not familiar with it either. There does seem to be a manual for it on Garmin’s website, and I notice it has buttons. Are you sure it’s a touch screen unit?

How does garmin 73sv indcate if i am to close to rocks or hidden dangers under water. Your videos have been very helpful. I am a new boat owner. Eugene Howell

@InstinctBassin

9 ай бұрын

This can be done by setting a shallow water alarm.

When making settings out of water should you turn sonar off and with it disabled can settings still be made?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Yes settings can still be made with sonar off. I always turn mine off when using it out of the water, but I honestly don’t know if it’s necessary. It only takes a couple button presses so I figure why take a chance.

Garmin ECHOMAP UHD 73cv, 7" Keyed-Assist Chartplotter can i use the chart plotter side without transducer ?

@InstinctBassin

10 ай бұрын

Yes, you may just get a notice saying it can’t find a transducer.

I have a 73 sv & a 93 sv w/o panoptic. I was wonder what happens when those are hooked up, which Transducer is going to operate or are they kept separated by each unit. Hope I worded this right.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Assuming you have one at the front of the boat and one at the console, they would each use their own transducer. If you have 2 right next to each other, say both at the console, then you could just use 1 transducer.

@ralphspoerl1400

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin Your right, I have one at the bow & One at the console. I'll be connecting them with a Rj45 20 ft. cord. Thanks so much have fun on the water.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Please use the link in the description! 😊

I just purchased the 73SV for my jet boat, mainly for the charts and navigating as Tampa Bay is pretty shallow in some spots. Before I open the box, can you save a route that you planed such as the ramp to a particular spot and create another route back?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Of course! I will say though that the 74SV is probably a better choice for Tampa Bay, as it will contain inshore maps instead of lake maps like the 73SV. Good luck!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Or you could purchase a Blue Chart map and still use the 73SV. And the 73 maps may actually be fine, but save your receipt just in case.

Does this unit use one type transducer or do you need a different one for you trolling motor

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

If it’s going on the trolling motor, the GT54 will fit better since it’s shorter. The GT56 may be too long for some trolling motors, depending on where the skeg is. But either will technically work.

We just bought a Garmin 73CV, but need to power it up in my house to learn how to use it. Can you please help me figure out how to convert the power cable to plug into the house?

@InstinctBassin

9 ай бұрын

I would just plug it into a portable lithium battery. They use them on kayaks and such to make them removable.

Rob, since we are not in the water, are we able to make these adjustments and changes to our Garmin while we are in simulation mode

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

I believe so, but I’m not sure what changes save while I’m simulator mode. You can also just take it out of simulator mode to make any changes and then put it back in once your changes are saved.

How do get your data on while on your fishing charts? Like speed, time of day ect..

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

From the fishing chart, press menu, edit overlays, overlay numbers (hide/show). Press and hold on one of the quadrants to change the data shown.

Not to be a pain but I have a question. My current Lowrance HDS10 Gen 2 has an issue with the screen constantly flickering off and on. I have an idea I have a bad battery and it is a low voltage issue. Does that seem reasonable? The battery is 3+ years old. I cannot afford lithiums unfortunately. It seems to work okay when the motor is running and the voltage is higher.

@InstinctBassin

Ай бұрын

Sounds like low voltage to me, but it could have to do with how it is wired as well. Be sure to use at least 10 gauge wire to extend any power cables. Run either to the battery directly or at least to the console fuse box.

I’m trying to figure out if it’s worth the extra 300$ for the 9 inch screen, I’m going to purchase one or the other for my steering column, then get another one later on for the trolling motor. Any suggestions?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Depends on what type of fishing you do. If it’s a kayak, then the 7” is probably fine. If it’s a bass boat, then I’d go with the 9”, especially up front. The 7” is a bit tough to see detail on when I’m standing above it. The 9 goes on sale at least twice a year. Other than the screen size, everything else is the same.

Great video. Learned a lot. Just got a 74SV, loaded with coastal maps of course. I am familiar with my local lakes in N. GA and not so much around the coast of Fla where I plan to go this summer. Any issues with getting a Lake Vu card and slipping it in for the lakes? Thanks much.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Nope no issues at all. Should work great.

Great vid! How do you get it into demo mode?

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Press menu, settings, demo. Be sure to take it out of demo mode before going to the water. Thanks for watching!

What settings do you use to track your drop shot as it falls under the boat on 2D sonar?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

I don’t use 2d sonar very often, but I’ve been able to track it with the gain at about 80%

I just got my ice bundle unit, how do you check how much battery percentage is left ???

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for watching. In the upper right corner, it will tell you how much voltage the unit is receiving. While this isn’t necessarily the same as how much is left, it should give a good indication.

? I want to replace my bow mount echo map 73sv with an echo map 93sv. can I use the same wiring cables of the 73sv to the 93sv ?

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, they take the exact same wiring and have the exact same connections on the back. You’ll need a different mount of course though. Thanks for watching!

Hey Rob, I am going to buy a 93SV tomorrow for the bow. I downloaded the update for my 126SV last week onto an SD card. Can I put that card into the 93SV to do an update or do I need a new card ? Thanks

@InstinctBassin

16 күн бұрын

Really the best way is to just use the Active Captain app on your phone. That’s the only way I’ve ever updated mine. But to answer the question, I think you will need to download the update for the 93SV. I don’t think they are the same update. But I’ve never used the card to update, just the app.

will the settings hold or do things go back to default with on - off of unit

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

Your settings should stay unless you reset the unit back to factory. This doesn’t include things changed in simulator mode though.

Hi, Do you know what would be the maximum depth that the fish finder can read the bottom and mark the fish? Regards

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

According to Garmin’s website, the GT-56 transducer has a max depth of 800 ft for traditional 2d sonar, 400 ft for ClearVu, and 500 ft for Side Vu. The GT54 transducer max is 800ft, 200ft, and 125ft respectively.

@Salsuginis

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin Thanks 🙏

@Salsuginis

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin sorry, one last question, you know the different of the 73sv and 74sv?

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

@@Salsuginis Yes, the 73SV comes with built in lake mapping, whereas the 74SV comes with coastal mapping. Otherwise they are the same.

@Salsuginis

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin thanks a lot!!! 💪🏻🔥

Hey I need help my gps does not show the litttle numbers for the depths on the chart it’s just bank yellow and I can’t see how deep it is in the area because like I said It doesn’t have the little numbers could you tell me how to set up to get the numbers to show maybe am just tripping

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

It’s saying I didn’t reply but I thought I did. Do you still have a question on the contour lines?

great vids!!!! just bought a 94sv and i can not get the depth shading to work at all? What am i missing?? I have everything set up in 3' increments but when i go to my map its always just 1 tone on blue. Any help would be much appreciated!!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Are you using it in lakes or coastal regions? If you’re using it in lakes, that’s probably the issue, since it comes with coastal mapping. Otherwise, check out my FAQ video, as I address it there.

@2012Ryan240sx

Жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin Im using it with preloaded coastal maps. Its a 94sv. I will deff check out the faqs! Diving a little deeper it seems like i may need to purchase a separate package for depth shading. Doesn’t seem too cool on their part considering the price of the unit itself. On my active caption app it says fully up to date 2023. Thanks again for the prompt response!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

@@2012Ryan240sx The depth shading should work in coastal regions since that is the mapping that comes with the unit. If you want it to work in lakes, then you would either need the 93SV or the G3 Lake Map card.

@2012Ryan240sx

Жыл бұрын

Sooo... I got to the bottom of this and it might be some good info for some people. I wanted to make sure to follow up. I contacted garmin which was pretty easy to do. Their exact words are the 94sv offshore edition does not come with depth shading active. They said the on/off feature will appear to function but will not function. A vision plus card is required. I purchased it and depth shading is bow working great! Thanks again for your replys and kick ass vids!

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 🤙🏼

Is there a way to look ahead or behind on the map side of a combo without it going to full screen? When you press back, my map just shows me where the boat is currently.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

On a combo screen if you touch one side it will make it full screen. You can look ahead on the map from any of the navigation screens but not when it is in combo mode. At least not that I know of.

@adriandavidpayne

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin That's bumming me out. I just got 2 of these graphs and never tried that before, and i could not look ahead and also see 2D at the same time. Thanks for the answer anyway.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

No problem, that’s not something I ever do, as the 2D on any sonar isn’t going to be very accurate over about 5-10 mph. Since I don’t graph unless I’m idling, I don’t really see the need to look ahead since I’m going slow anyway.

@InstinctBassin

2 жыл бұрын

@@adriandavidpayne Also if you have 2 of them next to each other you could always just use one to graph and one for navigation. But that’s only if they are side by side.

@adriandavidpayne

2 жыл бұрын

@@InstinctBassin Console & Bow :(

First , I’ll say good video . I can not find where (a place to phyisically go and speak to a person about fish finding eguipment ) also want to know what is the price of what equipment . It would be nice if someone would tell these things . More people whom are not pros would buy if they could speak to someone with some knowledge of garmon or Humminbird .

@InstinctBassin

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. The Garmin 93SV is on sale for $699 at Bass Pro. From my experience, Garmin gives you the most “bang for your buck.”

Hey i have a Garmin 73 sv on the console i will like to add another one on the front compatible w set up i need ?

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

Hi this is all you need to hook them together: amzn.to/3C0uEmw Use that link and I’ll get a small commission. Thanks for watching and let me know if you have any other questions.

@anibalmejias4725

Жыл бұрын

W screen size recomend for the front 7” 9” 12”

@InstinctBassin

Жыл бұрын

I have the 7, but it’s honestly a bit small unless you get a high ram mount for it. I think a 9 is a good compromise, but of course a bigger screen is usually better.