How to use a Deeper Sonar

How sonars work

Before you start using your Deeper device, it is important to understand some basic points about how sonars work. 1. Sonars scan in cones. This means when you mark a fish or feature, it is somewhere within the cone sent down by your sonar (not necessarily directly below your sonar). It also means that the deeper you scan, the wider the area you cover, because the sonar cone gets bigger as it goes down. 2. Sonar displays constantly scroll When your Deeper is in the water, the...

Basics for shore fishing with your Deeper

Make sure your sonar is waterproof. If you are using Deeper CHIRP or PRO models, always make sure the top cover of your Deeper is attached properly. ‘Water’ and ‘Proof’ marks should align perfectly. To do so: 1. Put the cap on the Deeper case by aligning the waterproof marks, but don't screw it just yet; 2. Carefully screw counterclockwise till it dips in; 3. As soon as it dips, start screwing clockwise. Close it tightly until the “water proof” marks align perfectly. Initial connectio...

Basics for Boat and Kayak fishing with Deeper (Deeper PRO/CHIRP models)

Make sure your sonar is water-proof. If you are using Deeper CHIRP or PRO models, always make sure the top cover of your Deeper is attached properly. ‘Water’ and ‘Proof’ marks should align perfectly. - Put the cap on the Deeper case by aligning the waterproof marks, but don't screw it just yet; - Carefully screw counterclockwise till it dips in; - As soon as it dips, start screwing clockwise. Close it tightly until the “water proof” marks align perfectly. Initial connection: ...

Basics for Ice Fishing (Deeper PRO and CHIRP models)

Make sure your sonar is water-proof. If you are using Deeper CHIRP or PRO models, always make sure the top cover of your Deeper is attached properly. ‘Water’ and ‘Proof’ marks should align perfectly. - Put the cap on the Deeper case by aligning the waterproof marks, but don't screw it just yet; - Carefully screw counterclockwise till it dips in; - As soon as it dips, start screwing clockwise. Close it tightly until the “water proof” marks align perfectly. Initial Connection: ...

Improving connection range

BEST TIPS ON HOW TO INCREASE CONNECTION RANGE WITH YOUR DEEPER: - Reel in your Deeper device slowly. If it submerges underwater when reeled in, the connection may be lost. - Choose the correct phone settings: - Apple iOS - Disable "Mobile data" and "WiFi assist". To find "WiFi assist" go to "Settings" -> "Mobile/Cellular data" -> Scroll down to the very bottom - Android - Disable "Mobile data". Search "WiFi settings" for one of these settings "Smart network switch" / "WiFi+"...

GPS connection and use

Smartphone / tablet GPS The Deeper App uses your smartphone or tablet’s GPS for a variety of mapping functions, including bathymetric mapping as you troll, saving the location of your scans, and GPS Ice Hole Marking. For these functions your smartphone / tablet needs to be within 3ft / 1m of your Deeper sonar. If the devices are far apart, the location information for your sonar readings will be incorrect. Inbuilt GPS (Deeper PRO+ and Deeper CHIRP+) The Deeper PRO+ and CHIRP+ has an inbuil...

Battery and Charging

Connecting the USB charging cable (PRO/PRO+/CHIRP) The USB charging cable that comes with your device is compatible with any standard USB port. This includes standard smartphone and tablet chargers, and the USB outlets of your computer and car. Outlets must meet USB standards and have a voltage level of 5V. - One flash means charging just started and the battery is still empty. - Two flashes mean 25% charged - Three flashes mean 50% charged - Four flashes mean 75% charged - A gre...