humminbird depthfinders

[DaRy03621]

Hey guys,

I have 2 humminbird finders-a matrix 17 in the front (with 20 and 60 degree cones) and a 565 at the console (also with 20 and 60 degree cones).  I was just curious as to what kind of settings everyone uses on there finders?  If I turn on the advanced user settings, I can switch between cones, sensitivty, noise filter, etc.  Just trying to find input/insights as to what setting will help me detect fish better and reduce clutter at the same time.  Also, how well can you detect bottom types (mud, rocks, gravel, etc) with your finder?

Thanks in advance!

[nubasser]

http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/fish-locator.html

Try this link and search this topic in these forums.There is some great info about this on this site in the articles section under fishing equipment tips.hope this helps

i Have a matrix and i use the default settings except no fish symbols(the arches are better)also i use the 2x zoom mostly,sometimes 4x zoom and set the sensitivity as high as I can without alot of surface noise or a double bottom return showing

[Wayne P.]

I have the Matrix 97 and set the sensetivity to about 50% and that shows me the thermocline. I run the scroll speed at around 75% and do not use the fish ID. All other setting are default settings. My main frequency view is the 20 degree cone and have the dual view, GPS view, zoom view, and GPS/Sonar view as my hot keys.

All my LEI units are kept on default settings with no fish symbols.