How To Interpret Side Imaging Sonar
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 พ.ย. 2018
- Do you know how to read side imaging? Do you know what its for or how to use it to catch more fish? Understanding side imaging takes some getting used to so today Tim is going to explain the basic functions, show examples of fish, and even talking about how to tune it for your situation.
Most moderately priced units today include side imaging as an option. Its a great tool, saving you valuable time on the water if you know how to use it to your advantage. Its great for locating structure, hazards, schools of fish, and more.
The unit we use is the Humminbird Solix 15. We chose this unit because of its unbelievably clear picture and incredible detail. The first day we used it we were locating sunken boats, rock piles, and other structure in places we fish every day but had never been able to see those objects before.
The Solix is the best of the best for side imaging but there are some other great units on the market as well. Below we will link the unit we're using along with the items needed to link the front and back unit together for waypoint sharing, as well as several other great imaging units at different prices.
Our Equipment...
(2) Humminbird Solix 15 Chirp/Mega/SI/GPS: bit.ly/2pAkXr2
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Ethernet Cable (2) 20 ft: bit.ly/2Df42jh
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Humminbird Helix 7 G2: bit.ly/2vM2rhk
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Lowrance Hook 2 9 series: bit.ly/2kBj3l8
Garmin Echo Map 73SV US LakeVu HD: bit.ly/2DfTnVG
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Kong Wave Tamer Mount: bit.ly/2wsJVbA
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Wow. This is from 4 years ago. The clarity is amazing. I'm sure it's even better now. I can't wait to look up newer stuff.
coordination of different practical techniques is what is needed in a video: you spot a rock "point" on that side scan, you mark the point, then either use the Goto function to get right to it, or, grab the coordinates, insert them into your spot lock and again, Goto and hold there, etc......individually, none of these technical marvels really shine until it is demonstrated how to use them TOGETHER to truly put yourself right on the structural element that you see on the screen.
I never can understand who down votes these great instructional videos. I appreciate time the time that it takes to put this together to educate others. Well done and thank you!
I've watched so many videos on so many different units and their features and for the first time somebody puts it in the sense of two flashlights being shined out each side. 🤯🤯🤯 so simple but dangit if that wasn't the comment that after years of using my unit actually really helped me think of it in a different way.
Awesome please continue with sonar, I am a beginner and need this kind of help. Thank you
Best instructor on TH-cam for electronics. Don’t know why anyone would give this or any of Tim’s teaching videos a thumbs down.
BEST SIMPLE EXPLAINATION FOR A NEW OWNER OF SIDE IMAGE
Great video, Tim did an awesome job of breaking down in the quickest easiest way...
These videos are awesome. A ton more informative and entertaining than a manual.
Awesome content as always! Thanks to Matt and Tim for always producing top quality, very informative videos, best on TH-cam!!
Instablaster
Been wanting to buy a solix 10 for my Hobie. Thanks for the class😎👍
Good stuff Tim. I thought I was up to speed on my SI unit but you have given me more info to help better utilize this valuable feature. And I agree with Tim Kelly - the quality of the footage is noticeably better!
Great explanation of how to interpret side imaging! That solix 15 is a beast
One of the best things to happen to fishing ever! You know how to use it is a game changer! Another great video!
Thanks! Definitely a great tool!
Great video Tim!
One of the best videos to help me understand my sonar . Thanks
Very noticeable upgrade in video gear. Looks great. And thanks for the side view info, I need to start learning my Garmin setup
Another very informative video from tactical! Best on you tube!
Thank you Bryan!
Damn I did side scan sonar in the US Navy. It's a bit crazy to see it in the hands of fisherman now.
Good stuff....Keep em coming
Thank your for this video I'm not a sailor haven't been on a boat before.. I'm so fascinated by the videos I watch I wanted to be able to understand what they looking at when they are sailing.. wow this is so so cool
Can't wait for the follow up videos.
You got a new camera! The resolution looks great and as usual I learned a lot from the video. Thanks and keep them coming.
Thanks for the video Tim, you guys are great thanks for the positive videos!
Yesss. More sonar series!
This is an excellent quality video! Keep up the great work you guys!!
this is great! i would like more in depth videos on this. i literally just bought a helix 9 si mega today can’t wait to get it on the boat and try it out
Thanks for this. There's so much to learn with this.
Awesome video!!! You guys are Bad Bass man!!! Thank you both.
Another great video. I am going to show this to my old man! He has the hardest time understanding what im looking at
Thanks it is always nice to learn more about how to interpert sonor
awesome instructor.... keep up the good job...
About time! More!
Great vid guys, needed this one!!
Great video Tim
I think I finally understand side imaging! I’m going to buy a good fish finder for my kayak. I have a very basic one that tells me water depth, temp. and if there are fish. It’s the little HawkEye and has served its purpose. After lots of reading and window shopping the top three brands, I’ve decided on the Garmin UHD2 73sv. I really don’t care about all the maps and stuff like that. I just want good screen resolution and to be able to read what is in the screen. Towards the end of this video when you zoomed in talking about the shadows, I saw the fish outline! On other people’s videos, they talk fast and move around on the screen to much and I can’t keep up. Yours was short and easily explained. I’m a slow learner, but once I catch on, I’ve got it…
Awesome video. Great quality!! Keep em coming! Y’all should be on the network channels!
Great video! alot of information!
Great job Tim 👊👊👍👍
Very helpful and informative, like most everything practice, practice and more practice. Keep up the good work.
Great video guys. Side Imaging is key now a days to find the winning fish.
Thanks mate, GREAT videl
great video! answered alot of my questons
Bravi, bellissimo canale TH-cam, vi seguo dall'Italia
Excellent video.... thanks for sharing
Awesome, thanks man. I have that but dont really now what I was looking at till now.✌
Awesome video, lots of useful information! 👊👌
Awesome video.. straight to the point. Thanks
Something I need to learn more about !
Sometimes y’all are as creepy as Facebook and amazon. Lol I start googling stuff and then, BOOM! Y’all make a video about it. 😂😂😂 love the content. Favorite channel fellas
The images you get on that solix inspire me to go buy a 12-inch unit
They are crazy clear!
Great info! Thanks
These videos on electronics are great!Can you all do one on how to use side imaging bluff walls. Also more in-depth of setting up the units. Thank y’all!
excellent video, good job
Man that new camera has an awesome picture. Nice upgrade!!
Let me know when you get the next video on setting up this awesome unit. I am thinking about getting the Solix 15 , or Helix 12 .
Thanks
Are You A School Teacher ??? Great Job !!!! You Keep It Simple !!! thanks !!!!
Great video!
Did also say that he was scanning 100 feet to the right and 100 feet to the left. Another great video by you tubes best thanks tactical
Awesome vid, these are great I’m like a sponge trying to soak in as much info as I can about graphs
Thanks! We will continue to add these electronic vids in throughout the year
Thanks for the tips Cheers!! :))
Great video. Looking forward to video on frequencies.
Thanks Donald!
Excellent video
Tanks great info
Great videoTim. One or two small observations from many other vids on SI. One about running width of screen left or right out to 3X what you have in depth. I think the reason for this condensing of width allows a higher density of pixels in a smaller screen area which in turn gives the user a higher definition picture on the screen.
I noticed when you went to set a weigh point or zooming in on that ball of bait, you knew it was 20 ft.or a little better to the right, but this will also show how many feet behind the boat from where you are now. I know on the Helix units a drop down screen comes on and gives you pretty precise locations. Your pretty finned friends don't stand a chance anymore. Keep up the fantastic work.
Wow! I don’t even own a boat but this explains a lot. Thanks!
Thanks Alias!
I bought a Hummingbird SI the first year they came out. It was only a five inch screen and I paid 999.99 plus the mapping lol.
I still use it today, but this spring I'm going mega. I won AOY in my club this year with only one depth finder at the console. I know I looked crazy running to the back of my boat to get the drop on a fish lol.
Great video and camera is o on point, thanks.
Thats awesome Brian! I use to do the same thing when I only had one unit on my boat. Congrats on AOY!
Good video, more please.
Thanks! Will do
Nice video!
Great vid
Good video 👌
Nice firm info
I like side imaging for trolling,helps me push rite up to the weeds but stay out of them...
can you do a video expaining all your terminal tackle
Great intro video. This seems like a great opportunity for a series of videos from intro to advanced. Would be really interested in learning how you use side imaging for grass fishing.
Thanks Dustin! We will continue to add these types of videos in throughout the year.
I still struggle some to comprehend the pictures and what I'm actually looking at sometimes but this video helped more than probably any other video. I guess practice practice practice.
Thank you!
That HDR video looks amazing!
You guys need to make one on the live scope!
Great video. We have a Helix 12 Mega unit and don't get that good of side imaging. Really struggle to see any fish at all and sonar shows fish and we hook them. A lot of areas the fish are suspended so they should be easier to see than right on the bottom. I'm also running a left and right Si and a 2d Sonar transducer. Been wondering how it would work with just one transducer. Sort of frustrated. We live in Newberg, Oregon and have not been able to find a Humminbird expert or someone real knowledgeable to help. Thanks
Nice camera boys
Holy Shit, I came to look at Side Scan Sonar because it's been in the UK news regarding Nikola (Nickler) Bulley. Then at 2:02 on the left side of the display a Woman's face appears horizontally like this :-) under the number 50 , her legs would be the dark patch on the right display area.
Great video Tim and thanks for sharing your insights on this. How can you tell the depth of for example some rocks off to the side. I want to use it for scouting an area to anchor my larger boat, so I'd be scanning the bay or area for any rocks that are closer to surface, as I need a minimum of 5' of depth? Thanks.
Thanks very good
I had a tournament at clear lake last week
I have a Solix 12. Struggling to get the right settings and this video has the best clarity Ive seen out there from everyone. Would you mind sharing your settings from this video?
That hummingbird unit is crisp & clear.very good detail.i just bought a garmim 9" with a gt54 transducer.i am having problems getting that clear crisp image.idk if its because my ducer is not placed properly or if its just not as good as a humminbird.
Great video, very informative. I've never had side imagine before but I will have it in a few weeks, looking forward to it. I feel not many people use it here in New Zealand
Tim great video. Question: How can I tell how deep the fish is on SI?
Where is your transducer mounted in this video?
I dont have side scan, but would like a entry level unit for Crappie.
So much to learn.
Are you guys going to do any gear buying guides before black Friday?
Nice film. Have you got a new camera, the quality of the footage seems better than normal, great colours and contrast and a shallow depth of field, Looks superb.
Yes I made the switch to the Sony A7iii and some better lenses. Thanks for noticing Tim!
@@tacticalbassin Once again, TacticalBassin raises the bar for YT fishing education! Big Texas thanks!
@@tacticalbassin I noticed right away too. Looks great!
Agee, great camera. Puts GoPro to shame! Love when you show various side scans and telling us what you see. Toys are nice but knowing how to use them makes them even better!
Excellent educational video. Would you please share the settings you used? Contrast, Sharpness, etc.?
Also, I agree with the comments below on the quality of the picture! Usually these kinds of videos have a lot of glare.
Thanks for noticing Roger! Im not near the boat right now but maybe in an upcoming electronics vid I'll include all of my settings for you guys.
Awesome
I'm looking to buy a new fish finder. Mostly fish reservoirs here in Northern Cali. Do you recommend side imaging? Gonna go with a Humminbird from Tackle Warehouse because of you gentlemen! Thanks for any replies!
I’m looking to upgrade my fishfinder on my kayak. I currently run Lowrance. I’m looking into Hummingbird. Why do you guys prefer Hummingbird over the rest? Help convince me please.
Black friday buyers guide, please!!!
Why do all the pre-rigged boats come with Minn Kota TM’s and Lowrance units? Triton does it with the TrX Patriots and Ranger does it with the Ranger Cup boats. If I had it my way I’d go with an Ultrex, 2 12-inch Solix units, and Minn Kota Raptor poles. That 360 imaging is a game changer!
How do you feel about the humming bird 360 in deeper water.
Could you use something like this for ice fishing?