Lowrance X86 DS and X86 TX Fish-finding Sonar Installation and Operation Instructions


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Brand
Lowrance
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
56
File format
PDF
Published
11 July, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
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About this manual

The Lowrance X86 DS and X86 TX are high-quality fish-finding and depth-sounding sonar units designed for both professional and novice fishermen. The device features an automatic mode that displays the bottom, fish, and underwater structure immediately upon activation. It includes a compact Dual-Search Skimmer transducer with built-in temperature sensing capabilities.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Specifications
  • How Sonar Works
  • Installation Preparations
  • Transducer Location Selection
  • Shoot-Thru-Hull Installation
  • Power and Cable Connections
  • Mounting the Sonar Unit
  • Operation Menus
  • Troubleshooting

Specifications

Resolution240V x 240H pixel resolution
Depth CapabilityTo 1,000 feet (8305 meters)
Transducer TypeCompact Dual-Search Skimmer transducer

Frequently asked questions

What is the storage temperature range for the unit?

The storage temperature is from -4 degrees to +167 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees to +75 degrees Celsius).

Does the sonar have a built-in memory?

Yes, it has built-in memory that stores sonar settings when the unit is turned off.

How does the sonar determine distance to objects?

The microprocessor calculates the time lapse between the transmitted signal and the echo return.

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