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10-12-2009, 01:45 PM
Joby @ Humminbird

Humminbird Update on Software Release

You can now watch our website for the release of software.

This update includes:

New color palettes (3) Side Imaging Color Palettes & (1) 2D Color Palette

GPS response rate

Switchfire

Models that this software release will effect:

718, 728, 778c, 1157c, 1197c,

Will be later this week.

788c, 788ci, 798c,

All other models will get update in January when we release Down lmaging and Waypoint Management.

I would appreciate any feedback on the new software release. If anyone has any question please feel free to contact me at [email protected] .

Note: Make sure you restore your Factory Defaults before and after you update the software.
10-12-2009, 04:18 PM
Ranger690

Thanks Joby and all at Humminbird. You are about to make a bunch of people very happy. A responsive GPS and Down Imaging.....man, I can't wait!

Tell everyone at work, Thanks for the help!

Dayton
10-12-2009, 04:35 PM
jaxsprat

As per Joby post[QUOTEI would appreciate any feedback on the new software release. If anyone has any question please feel free to contact me at [email protected] .

Note: Make sure you restore your Factory Defaults before and after you update the software.][/QUOTE]
OK I see restoring Factory Defaults before update but why after the update as they should be already updated from the before update restore--Am I missing something?
10-12-2009, 05:09 PM
Joby @ Humminbird

It will reset any of the setting that may need to be reset after loading software.
10-12-2009, 05:13 PM
Joby @ Humminbird

1197 Software Update Description

This should answer some of your questions.

FREE DOWNLOAD:
1197c SI Combo Update (version 4.700 - 0 bytes)
Description:
10/12/2009 12:00:00 AM - v4.700 Adds support for LakeMaster chart cards. Adds new SI sonar color palettes. Adds new 2D sonar color palettes. Improved GPS performance to provide higher chart update rates. Corrected problems with depth offset algorithm. Corrected SD card reporting incorrect size. New menu item for sound control. Corrected issue of GPS output becoming disabled in certain navigation modes. Corrected problem of snapshot not functioning in POS mode. Fixed centering issue when changing chart orientation. Corrected problem of displayed track becoming offset from boat. Sonar processing improved to increase trolling motor noise rejection. Fixes various cosmetic and minor operational defects.
Prerequisites:
You will need a working MMC/SD reader/writer device attached to your PC and a formatted MMC/SD

Description should be listed on each download.
10-12-2009, 07:01 PM
Quicksilver1958

Coooooooooool...... Thanks Joby !
10-12-2009, 07:31 PM
JusFshn

Just got back from the lake and I see the update waiting on me.. Talk about a good day. :D I'm updated and ready to go.. Too bad the update didn't release yesterday but this just gives me an excuse to go fishing again this week... Come on Wednesday!!!
10-12-2009, 08:43 PM
speck chaser

joby what does the switchfire function do
10-13-2009, 07:51 AM
Rapprunner

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joby @ Humminbird

You can now watch our website for the release of software.

This update includes:

New color palettes (3) Side Imaging Color Palettes & (1) 2D Color Palette

GPS response rate

Switchfire

Models that this software release will effect:

718, 728, 778c, 1157c, 1197c,

Will be later this week.

788c, 788ci, 798c,

All other models will get update in January when we release Down lmaging and Waypoint Management.

I would appreciate any feedback on the new software release. If anyone has any question please feel free to contact me at [email protected] .

Note: Make sure you restore your Factory Defaults before and after you update the software.

Good stuff and THANKS! I guess we 997 users have to wait until January though. Oh well, it isn't that far away!:D

When I did the last update I failed to restore the factory defaults prior to updating, what if anything bad can happen and how does one "fix" anything that may have gotten out of whack?
10-13-2009, 08:54 AM
FISHER HAWK 186

Could Someone Post A Link To The Video I Can Never Find Them
Thanks
10-13-2009, 09:10 AM
Joby @ Humminbird

Quote:

Originally Posted by FISHER HAWK 186

Could Someone Post A Link To The Video I Can Never Find Them
Thanks

What video are you pertaining too?
10-13-2009, 09:43 AM
Joby @ Humminbird

Quote:

Originally Posted by speck chaser

joby what does the switchfire function do

SwitchFire is the same as TVG. You will have a Clear Mode and a Max Mode in the SwitchFire .

CLEAR MODE advantages:
Great shallow water performance, eliminates surface clutter
A clean screen without a lot of screen clutter associated with particles in the water, etc.
Works well in rough, turbulent water
Compensates for differences in strengths of return due to depth differences

MAX MODE advantages:
Incredible detail of structure and fish
Excellent lure tracking performance
See tiniest subsurface objects, including thermoclines, water currents, and plankton
10-13-2009, 09:46 AM
Joby @ Humminbird

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rapprunner

Good stuff and THANKS! I guess we 997 users have to wait until January though. Oh well, it isn't that far away!:D

When I did the last update I failed to restore the factory defaults prior to updating, what if anything bad can happen and how does one "fix" anything that may have gotten out of whack?

You would have known if you would have had any problems. By restoring factory defaults before and after loading software will be your best bet.
10-13-2009, 09:09 PM
Cane Pole

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joby @ Humminbird

SwitchFire is the same as TVG. You will have a Clear Mode and a Max Mode in the SwitchFire .

CLEAR MODE advantages:
Great shallow water performance, eliminates surface clutter
A clean screen without a lot of screen clutter associated with particles in the water, etc.
Works well in rough, turbulent water
Compensates for differences in strengths of return due to depth differences

MAX MODE advantages:
Incredible detail of structure and fish
Excellent lure tracking performance
See tiniest subsurface objects, including thermoclines, water currents, and plankton

Can it see one plankton?::confused:
10-14-2009, 08:58 AM
FISHER HAWK 186

Down Image Demo
10-14-2009, 10:07 AM
FalconSmitty

will my 797 update in january?
10-14-2009, 10:16 AM
Humminbird_Greg

4.700 software for 797 - not yet

FalconSmitty,
This is a different update than the Down Imaging software. This adds some other features and it is not available yet for the 797 units (and I’m not sure when they will have it ready) but I expect that the 4.700 software will be available for the 797 way before January. There are lots of units that this software will be released for and in the meantime the Engineers still have to get all of the new 2010 model units ready too, so they are quite busy. So it could be weeks before the 4.700 software is ready for all of the units including your 797 unit.
10-14-2009, 11:42 AM
Joby @ Humminbird

5 Attachment(s)

At this point in time all we have is snap shots. Here are somemore snap shots of the new Down Imaging coming January.
10-14-2009, 01:05 PM
dedawg1149

those look pretty good,cant wait
10-14-2009, 04:29 PM
Herewego

Just when all this comes out I am thinking I may need to sell mine.:(
10-16-2009, 06:11 PM
bttmline

What about the 797 si?? Are they now or in January??
10-16-2009, 06:34 PM
jaxsprat

Quote:

Originally Posted by bttmline

What about the 797 si?? Are they now or in January??

Go to this post http://www.crappie.com/crappie/fishi...ing-sonar.html

Please read the HB press release that was posted by Greg, its the 2nd post down in that thread.
10-24-2009, 01:09 PM
Herewego

Finally got around to downloading the 4.700 software. Hope to try it next week.
10-24-2009, 01:22 PM
Ranger690

Herewego, what unit do you have? Test out the GPS response for us.

Dayton
10-24-2009, 02:13 PM
Herewego

Got a 1197c, hope to try it next week.
10-24-2009, 08:28 PM
grego

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranger690

Herewego, what unit do you have? Test out the GPS response for us.

Dayton

There is a video of a GPS test here - Humminbird 4.700 Update. I think the video is also posted here on crappie.com somewhere.

I would like to hear more reviews of the update too. Anyone?

Thanks
10-24-2009, 10:25 PM
jaxsprat

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herewego

Got a 1197c, hope to try it next week.

Please Herewego when U test it out , Please try it at slow speeds say 0.5 or so mph going to a marked way point, my 997 GPS gets lost going to a marked waypoint, once U have to make one correction due to wind etc. the GPS overcorrects itself & wants to make a snake trail. Plse let us know how your 1197 does after update, thanks. by the time the 997 upate is out,Jan2010, we will have ice on all our lakesup here-but that won't stop me as I am able walk the unit -Portable- and will try it at walking speeds.
Hey folks maybe its me but so far only one report on the new GPS Update since it came out does not make sense to me when u think how critical a good GPS is to finding brush piles,structure??????? I would think lots of people would be trying it out?? Guess its me??
I know if it works I'll be happier than a dog rolling in them road apples:eek:
10-26-2009, 08:27 AM
oldwhiskers

Checked Humminbird this morning and the 4.7 update is available for the 788ci unit. Thanks. :)
10-26-2009, 03:26 PM
Humminbird_Greg

All 788's and all 798's got 4.700 today!

Yes they posted the 4.700 software for all of the 788 and 798 units today.
10-26-2009, 05:22 PM
Herewego

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaxsprat

Please Herewego when U test it out , Please try it at slow speeds say 0.5 or so mph going to a marked way point, my 997 GPS gets lost going to a marked waypoint, once U have to make one correction due to wind etc. the GPS overcorrects itself & wants to make a snake trail. Plse let us know how your 1197 does after update, thanks. by the time the 997 upate is out,Jan2010, we will have ice on all our lakesup here-but that won't stop me as I am able walk the unit -Portable- and will try it at walking speeds.
Hey folks maybe its me but so far only one report on the new GPS Update since it came out does not make sense to me when u think how critical a good GPS is to finding brush piles,structure??????? I would think lots of people would be trying it out?? Guess its me??
I know if it works I'll be happier than a dog rolling in them road apples:eek:

I was going tomorrow but looks like 90% rain. Maybe Thursday. I just need to go fishing.:D
10-26-2009, 06:47 PM
UTFAN

Will the matrix 97 get the gps update?
10-27-2009, 07:16 AM
Humminbird_Greg

I have not heard that the Matrix 97 will get this update, but than they may not have taken the time to look that far back into our products yet, so I’m not 100% sure it won’t.
10-27-2009, 10:29 AM
beagle man

high speed internet

is not available to me, well without a trip to town then it is not the best, just wi fi so will humminbird have the card to send to us in the sticks kinda folks to make the upgrade when the 797 release is abailable?
10-27-2009, 11:14 AM
Humminbird_Greg

I know that we have done this in the past beagle man. When the time comes though you would have to call the Humminbird Customer Resource folks to make sure (1-800-633-1468).
10-27-2009, 03:33 PM
beagle man

can do and will do thanks for the reply
10-27-2009, 04:45 PM
Wannabe...

I feel like a 797 red headed step child about right now.

Wannabe...
10-27-2009, 06:58 PM
slimeyslab

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wannabe...

I feel like a 797 red headed step child about right now.

Wannabe...

I could not have put it better myself...
10-29-2009, 03:26 PM
Herewego

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaxsprat

Please Herewego when U test it out , Please try it at slow speeds say 0.5 or so mph going to a marked way point, my 997 GPS gets lost going to a marked waypoint, once U have to make one correction due to wind etc. the GPS overcorrects itself & wants to make a snake trail. Plse let us know how your 1197 does after update, thanks. by the time the 997 upate is out,Jan2010, we will have ice on all our lakesup here-but that won't stop me as I am able walk the unit -Portable- and will try it at walking speeds.
Hey folks maybe its me but so far only one report on the new GPS Update since it came out does not make sense to me when u think how critical a good GPS is to finding brush piles,structure??????? I would think lots of people would be trying it out?? Guess its me??
I know if it works I'll be happier than a dog rolling in them road apples:eek:

I ran it fast and as low as .7 mpg circled boat and the direction needle would keep up with boat direction, finding waypoint should be in real time now. This update will make a lot of HB owners happy. When the down image download comes available I may be mounting the 1197 on the bow.:D
I just
10-29-2009, 03:46 PM
Cane Pole

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herewego

I ran it fast and as low as .7 mpg circled boat and the direction needle would keep up with boat direction, finding waypoint should be in real time now. This update will make a lot of HB owners happy. When the down image download comes available I may be mounting the 1197 on the bow.:D
I just

You didn't get down to the .2 mark did you?

At what speed does the donut turn on? The big Zero?
11-01-2009, 09:09 PM
ShilohRed

Quote:

Originally Posted by Humminbird_Greg

I have not heard that the Matrix 97 will get this update, but than they may not have taken the time to look that far back into our products yet, so I’m not 100% sure it won’t.

Man I sure hope it covers the Matrix 97. As much as it cost it should go back to it. Shoot there still selling them. But guess if they don't I can use it for target practice.
Pete

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