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SONAR TEST - When SONAR is not affected by interference

|11/06, 2024

SONAR TEST - When SONAR is not affected by interference

This FAQ is part of our new series for troubleshooting Sonar systems. Here you will find guides to investigate and resolve common issues with SONAR, including interference and settings. Whether you use an RV, RVM, or AIRMAR CHIRP SONAR system, we offer step-by-step instructions to ensure optimal performance. If you need help with installation or testing.

PART 1 - SONAR ERROR - No Transducer Connected Investigation Guide
PART 2 - Introduction to SONAR Interference
PART 3 - SONAR Interference Investigation – Manual Adjustment
PART 4 - SONAR SETTINGS & TEST - When SONAR is Not Affected by Interference
PART 5 - SONAR SETTINGS & TEST - When SONAR is Affected by Interference
PART 6 - RV and RVM Transducer Sense Resistor Test

SONAR SETUP
The process below explains how you can set up an RV / RVM / AIRMAR CHIRP SONAR system.

BE AWARE!

NOTE 1: If you are not familiar with these systems and want help with setup and testing, you can ask for assistance from Product Support or an authorized Raymarine dealer.

NOTE 2: Before proceeding with setting up your system, make sure your AXIOM has the latest software.

Follow the link below to check the latest software version for your AXIOM and more information on how to update via WIFI or micro SD card.

https://www.raymarine.com/en-gb/download/lighthouse-4-update-for-axiom-chartplotters


SONAR SETUP / A-SCOPE & 50:50 ZOOM

  1. First, press MENU.
    Menu

  2. Now press (Settings).
    Menu2

  3. Now activate 50:50 zoom view & A-Scope (Right).
    menu3.1

SONAR SETUP / SELECT FREQUENCY - RV - RVM SYSTEM

  1. First, press MENU.
    Menu1

  2. Now select CHANNEL, HIGH CHIRP, and then the SONAR SOURCE you want to use.
    menu 2.2


CP470-570 SYSTEM

  1. First, press MENU.
    Menu 470 .1

  2. Then select CHANNEL, AUTO, and then the SONAR source you want to use.

    In this case, we will use the CP570 SONAR MODULE.
    Menu 470 .2

SONAR SETUP / SET SENSITIVITY

  1. Make sure all sensitivity options are set to AUTO.
    all to auto

SONAR SETUP / SET RANGE

  1. First, press MENU.
    Menu1

  2. Then activate Auto Range.
    Auto Range

  3. Don’t forget to press the + SIGN on the Sonar page to activate 50:50 zoom.
    Zoom


SONAR SETUP / FINAL VIEW

After you have completed the setup, your SONAR screen should look like the image below.

You can see the zoomed sections on the left, the main SONAR screen in the center which also shows the selected zoomed area, and the A-Scope on the right side.

RV / RVM SYSTEM

RVM system

CP570 SYSTEM

CP570 system