531354-1_A Thank You! Thank you for choosing Humminbird , America's #1 name in fishfinders. Humminbird® has built its reputation by designing and manufacturing top-quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your Humminbird® is designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. In the unlikely event that your Humminbird® does require repairs, we offer an exclusive Service Policy - free of charge during the first year after purchase, and available at a reasonable rate after the one year period. For complete details, see the warranty information at the end of this manual. We encourage you to read this operations manual carefully in order to get the full benefit from all the features and applications of your Humminbird® product. ® weight, swivel/snap swivel and bait that is attached to the RSSTM. The RSSTM itself weighs 1 ounce (28 g), and therefore light test line might break. NOTE: Store the RSSTM in a dry, non-metallic container, such as a tackle box, in a separate compartment, and isolated from any metallic devices. Maintenance Your SmartCast is designed to provide years of trouble-free operation with virtually no maintenance. Follow these simple procedures to ensure your SmartCast® continues to deliver top performance. ® Humminbird® One Year Limited Warranty We warrant the original retail purchaser that products made by Humminbird® have been manufactured free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty is effective for one year from the date of original retail purchase. Humminbird® products found to be defective and covered by this warranty will be replaced or repaired free of charge at Humminbird® option and returned to the customer freight prepaid. Humminbird® sole responsibility under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a product that has been deemed defective by Humminbird®. Humminbird® is not responsible for charges connected with the removal of such product or reinstallation of replaced or repaired parts. This warranty does not apply to a product that has been: · Improperly installed; · Used in an installation other than that recommended in the product installation and operation instructions; · Damaged or has failed because of an accident or abnormal operation; · Repaired or modified by entities other than Humminbird®. Please retain your original receipt as a proof of the purchase date. This will be required for in-warranty service. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF HUMMINBIRD® AND WILL BE THE CUSTOMER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, EXCEPT FOR ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER STATE LAW WHICH ARE HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT WILL HUMMINBIRD® BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS. Some states do not allow limitations on an implied warranty, or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. SPECIFICATIONS RSSTM Specifications: Power Requirement......................................One non-replaceable Lithium RSSTM Battery Battery Expected Life........................................................3 years (approximately 500 hours of in-water use) Depth Capability .......................... 2 - 120 feet (0.6 - 35 meters) Sonar Coverage .................................................. 90° @-10 dB* Sonar Operating Frequency .......................................... 125 kHz Operational Radio Frequency .................................... 916.5 mHz (433.92 mHz International) RSSTM Power The Remote Sonar Sensor (RSSTM) has a separate, nonreplaceable lithium battery that has a shelf life of three years and will last for approximately 500 hours of in-water use (when the nighttime LED is turned off). Discard the used RSSTM in compliance with local laws as you would any electronic component or battery. The RSSTM will turn on its Sonar Transmitter/Receiver automatically when it is immersed in the water. Once immersed, the RSSTM will begin transmitting the sonar information via radio frequency (RF) to the SmartCast® display. The RSSTM automatically stops using power a few seconds after being pulled out of the water. WARNING! Do not place the RSSTM in a wet area when not in use as this will turn on the RSSTM and shorten its usable life. Store the RSSTM in a dry area when not in use to conserve power. Never place the RSSTM in a wet area of a boat or on a metal surface that could accidentally power it on. NOTE: If the RSSTM was used in salt water, rinse it with fresh water before storing it. WARNING! Never leave the RF45 SmartCast® product in a closed car or trunk - the extremely high temperatures generated in hot weather can damage the electronics. The RF45 SmartCast® product should have: · One Advanced Remote Sonar Sensor - RSS TM Your finger should be moist, but not dripping, before you touch the Wet SwitchTM. You can achieve the correct dampness by dipping your finger in water, then dabbing your finger twice on a towel. A "touch" means touching both wet switch contacts at the same time with your moistened finger, using medium pressure. The time between touches needs to be one second or less. NOTE: Your finger must make contact with both of the wet switch pins simultaneously in order to tap them successfully. RSSTM Maintenance: After using the RSSTM in salt water, wipe the affected surfaces with a cloth dampened with fresh water. The RSSTM Wet SwitchTM pins must be rinsed with fresh water after exposure to salt water to prevent corrosion. If your RSSTM remains out of the water for a long period of time, it may take some time to wet it when returned to the water. Small air bubbles can cling to the surface of the RSSTM and interfere with proper operation. Wipe the face of the RSSTM with a wet cloth to remove them. · This RF45 SmartCast® Operations Manual. If any of these components are missing, please contact our Customer Resource Center at either 1-800-633-1468 or visit our website at www.humminbird.com. NOTE: The RF45 also comes in an International version that is CE-compliant. WARNING! Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty. Handling and/or opening this unit may result in exposure to lead, in the form of solder. WARNING! This product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. WARNING! The bottom of the RSSTM should not be handled during sonar operation, as this may cause physical discomfort and may result in personal injury in the form of tissue damage. Handle the RSSTM only by the antenna tower when it has been in the water. WARNING! The RSSTM (Remote Sonar Sensor) is not intended for use by children younger than 6 years old without adult supervision as the RSSTM may represent a choking hazard to small children. To scan an area, cast and then reel in at a slow, steady rate with your rod tip up. See the procedures that follow for specific instructions on turning the light on or off or changing the channel from A to B. Turning on the Advanced RSSTM Blinking Light To turn on the blinking nighttime fishing light: 1. Wet your finger and tap the wet switch on the Advanced RSSTM three times (the time between touches needs to be one second or less) to enter the Light programming mode. The temperature reading on the display will change to show a temperature reading of 40°F (4°C) (blinking light OFF). NOTE: These screens represent units which support grayscale. If sonar performance becomes weak (i.e., there are bottom gaps or "0" depth readings) the bottom of the RSSTM needs to be cleaned with a drop or two of a 5 to 10 percent solution of liquid dish-washing detergent and water. Use approximately one tablespoon (15 ml) detergent to 8 ounces (237 ml) of water to remove oils from the face of the RSSTM, then wipe with a damp cloth. * Area of bottom coverage equals twice the current depth. Channel A and B RSSTM Units The Advanced RSSTM may be programmed to either Channel A or Channel B. This A/B Channel option gives you the flexibility to switch to a different channel if another angler is using a SmartCast® unit within 150 feet of your RSSTM to reduce possible interference. See Changing the Channel on the Advanced RSSTM for details on selecting either Channel A or Channel B. NOTE: RSSTM units, regardless of channel, may generate erratic depth readings as a result of sonar interference when used in close proximity (closer than 40 feet) to each other or to other sonar devices. Troubleshooting Do not attempt to repair the RSSTM yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside, and special tools and techniques are required for assembly to ensure the waterproof integrity of the housings. Repairs should be performed only by authorized Humminbird® technicians. Many requests for repair received by Humminbird® involve units that do not actually need repair. These units are returned "no problem found." If you have a problem with your SmartCast®, use the following troubleshooting guide before calling the Customer Resource Center or sending your unit in for repair. International Purchases A separate warranty is provided by international distributors for units purchased outside the United States. This warranty is included by your local distributor and this distributor maintains local service for your unit. Warranties are only valid in the area of intended distribution. Units purchased in the United States or Canada must be returned to our factory in the United States for service. Using the SmartCast® Understanding the Advanced RSSTM The Advanced RSSTM provides the following functionality: · Water Surface Temperature · Blinking Light for nighttime use · Grayscale Sonar Data (only available on those units which support grayscale) · A/B Channel Select. Grayscale sonar data and water temperature will be displayed automatically on the screen. You must manually program the Advanced RSSTM in order to turn the light on or off or to change the RSSTM channel setting to A or B. Default settings on new products are Light = OFF and Channel = A. The SmartCast® is a first-of-its-kind wireless fishfinder that is incredibly easy to use. Simply attach the Remote Sonar Sensor (RSSTM) to the end of your fishing line and cast it into the water as you would a normal float or lure. Then power on the SmartCast® display and you are ready to fish. The SmartCast® system uses sonar technology to send sound waves from the RSSTM into the water. The returned "echoes" are transmitted with wireless technology to the SmartCast® and plotted on the display. New information appears on the right. As this information moves to the left a very accurate picture of the underwater world is created, including objects such as the bottom, fish, and structures, as well as the depth of the bottom. WARNING! The electronic parts in the Remote Sonar Sensor (RSSTM) are made to withstand use when casting into water. Because shock from abrupt contact with rocks can damage your RSSTM, we do NOT recommend using your RSSTM in water that is less than one foot (0.3 m) deep. Temperature of 40° F (4° C) means LED is OFF Temperature Setting of 45 °F (7°C) means LED is ON 2. To change the setting to 45°F (7°C) (blinking light ON) touch and release the wet switch contacts once more. Wait two seconds and then confirm that the temperature reading on the display has changed to 45°F (7°C). Single touches will toggle the setting between 40°F (4°C) and 45°F (7°C). NOTE: When the LED is set to ON it will flash every four seconds when the RSSTM is in operation (i.e. when the wet switch is submerged). Even when the LED is set to ON, the LED will not flash unless the wet switch is activated. If you want to test the RSSTM to make sure the LED is set to ON before using the RSS, wet your finger and hold it on the wet switch; if the LED is set to ON, the LED will begin to flash. NOTE: Repeat steps 1 and 2 to turn off the LED when finished with night fishing. 1. The SmartCast® loses signal. If the SmartCast® is not able to get an RF signal from the RSSTM, the display will stop updating (the screen will freeze) and the SmartCast® screen will be displayed after several seconds. Whenever reception is lost or the RSSTM emerges from the water for more than a few seconds, the SmartCast® screen will be displayed until the RSSTM is placed back in the water and reception is regained. · The SmartCast® system is a line-of-sight wireless product.If objects are placed between the RSSTM and the SmartCast® Display, the re ...