HDS Carbon Quick Start Guide

About this manual

The guide provides an overview of the HDS Carbon’s main functions, including touchscreen operation, cursor keys, zoom, menu navigation, waypoint creation, and power controls. It explains how to access and customize panels, hide menus, and adjust display settings such as brightness and night mode.

Additional sections describe sonar-specific features like StructureScan® frequencies, fishing mode presets, and how to view sonar history. Instructions are included for creating and saving waypoints, using cursor assist mode, and managing data overlays and split screens.

What's inside

• Overview of Key Functions
• Power and Brightness Controls
• Home Page and Panel Navigation
• Menu and Page Management
• Waypoint Creation and MOB Saving
• Cursor Assist Mode
• Sonar Settings and Frequencies
• Fishing Modes

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

How do I adjust the screen brightness?

Press the Power key repeatedly or use the brightness slider in the System Controls dialog.

How can I save a waypoint quickly?

Press the dedicated waypoint key twice to save a waypoint.

How do I hide a page menu?

Press and hold the Menu key for three seconds to hide the page menu; press the Menu key again to restore it.