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Thank you for choosing Teleflex Sonar, manufactured by Techsonic

Industries, for your sonar fishfinder and depthsounder. Techsonic has built

its reputation by designing and manufacturing top-quality, thoroughly

reliable marine equipment. Techsonic has designed your Teleflex Sonar

unit to be trouble free even in the harshest marine environments.

In the unlikely event that your Teleflex Sonar product does require repairs,

Techsonic offers an exclusive Service Guarantee - free of charge during

the first year after purchase, and available at a reasonable rate after the

one-year period. Complete details are included at the end of this manual.

We encourage you to read this operations manual carefully in order to

get full benefit from all the features and uses of your Teleflex Sonar

product. Also, to register your purchase and help us learn more about

you, please fill out the included w arranty registration card

WARNING! This device should not be used as a navigational aid to

prevent collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury.

When the boat is moving, w ater depth may change too quickly to

allow time for you to react. Alw ays operate the boat at very slow

speeds if you suspect shallow w ater or submerged objects.

THAN K Y OU

WARNI NG:

Dis-assembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized

service personnel. Any modification of the serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or

accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty. Handling and/or opening this unit may result

in exposure to lead, in the form of solder.

WARNI NG: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to

cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.

Section 1: INSTALLATION PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Parts Supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Alternative Transducers and M ounting M ethods. . . . . . 4

Section 2: USING THE

160

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160

Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Simulator and Feature Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Control Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Knobs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Real Time Sonar Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Chart W indow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

M odes of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Automatic M ode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Bottom Lock Zoom M ode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

M anual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Section 5: M AINTENANCE AND WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . 21

M aintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Service Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

TABLE OF CONTEN T S

INSTALLAT I ON PREPARATION

PARTS SUPPLIED

Before installing your 160, please ensure the following parts are included

in the box:

• 160 fishfinder

• Transducer w it h 20' (6m ) of cable and mount ing hardw are kit

• M ounting system and mounting hardw are kit

• 6' (2m) pow er cable

• Speed/Temperature Sensor and mounting hardw are

• Collector Plug

• Publications kit

If any of these items are missing, call our Customer Support Hotline listed

in the end of this manual.

ACCESSORIES

Techsonic offers a w ide assortment of accessories that complement and

expand the capability of your new 160. These accessories are designed

w ith the same high standards and are backed by the same one-year

w arrant y. All sonar accessories are available through your f ull-service

dealer or factory direct through our number listed in the Customer Support

section.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

All 160 Series consists of three primary components to install: the control

head, the transducer and the speed/temp sensor.

The control head contains the sonar transmit and receive circuitry, as well

as the user controls and display. It should be installed in a location that

provides access to the controls and visibility w hile in use. The control head

mounts on a gimbal mount ing system that t ilt s and sw ivels providing

flexibilit y f or view ing from different locations on t he boat. In addit ion, t he

160 can be mounted in the boat console.

INSTALLAT I ON PREPARATION

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

The speed/t em perature sensor takes readings from t he w ater at t he

surface. It should be inst alled in contact w it h t he surf ace of t he w ater in an

area that has smooth w ater flow - usually on the transom of the boat.

Refer to the speed/temperature installation sheet included.

The transducer converts electrical energy from the transmitter into

mechanical pulses or sound w aves. The transducer also receives t he

reflected sound waves and converts them back into electrical signals for

display on the control head. It should be installed in contact w ith the

surface of the water in an area that has smooth w ater flow - usually on the

transom of the boat. There are several mounting options for the

transducer. Review the follow ing section to determine the method that

w orks for you and your boat.

Determining How to M ount the

Transducer

The 160 includes a model TZ160H

transducer. This transducer can be

mounted on the transom of the boat,

or bonded to the inside of a fiberglass

hull boat.

The transom installation, w hich is the

most w idely used, places the t ransducer

on the outside of the boat hull. This

technique produces the least signal loss,

and provides a w ay to adjust the

transducer after installation. The

mounting hardw are included is

designed to protect both the boat and

the transducer should the boat strike

debris in the water or w hen trailering.

Transom M ount ed Transducer

Inside the Hull M ount ed Transducer

As an alternative to transom mounting, it is possible on many fiberglass-hulled

boats to glue the transducer on the inside of the boat hull. Since fiberglass has

similar sonar characteristics as water, the sonar signal can pass through the boat

hull with minimal loss. The hull of the boat must be single layer construction (not

double-hulled). Also, any air trapped in the lamination of the fiberglass would

prevent the sonar signal from passing through.

Inside the hull installations require no holes to be drilled into the boat and through

experimentation, high-speed operation comparable to transom mounting can be

achieved. Two part, slow cure epoxy is required to glue the transducer in place.

ALTERNATE TRANSDUCERS AND M OUNTING M ETHODS

The 160 comes w ith everything necessary for installation and operation on

most boats. However, there are several situations w hich may require a different

type of transducer. Inboard boats, w ood or metal hulls, and sail boats create

unique transducer mounting needs. Alternate transducers and mounting

methods are detailed below.

Trolling M otor M ounting

The standard high-speed transducer can also be adapted to mount on most

trolling motors using part number AD-STM -7. This accessory includes a bracket

and hose clamp that allows mounting the transducer to the body of most

trolling motors.

BEGINNING INSTALLATION

Now that you have determined the transducer mounting method, you can

begin installation of the 160. The fold out installation guide included provides

detailed step by step instructions for installation of the control head, transducer

and speed/t em p sensor. For t ransom m ount t ransducer inst allations, you w ill

need the mounting template at the front of this manual.

INSTALLAT I ON PREPARATION

ALTERNATE TRANSDUCERS AND MOUNTING METHODS

USING THE 160

160 PERFORMANCE

In addition to the parts included you need the follow ing for installation and operation:

• A pow ered hand drill and various drill bits

• Phillips and flat-head screw drivers

• A ruler or measuring tape

• Pen or pencil

• 12 volt pow er source (your boat’s battery)

• Silicone sealant (for sealing drilled holes)

• 2-part, slow -cure epoxy (for inside the hull transducer installations)

USING THE 160

160 Performance

The 160 Series represents a new w ay of thinking about f ishing electronics.

Combining state of the art electronics and paper chart recorder sonar

performance, it offers the best of the present and the past. M inimal, easy

to understand knob controls provide access to the most important features.

The 160 eliminates confusion created by too many buttons and menus.

High technology, high performance, w ith " back to basics" operation

makes the 160 the ideal choice of the serious angler.

The 160 uses sonar to locate and define underw ater objects. Sonar

technology is based on sound w aves sent into the w ater in a controlled

" beam" from the transducer. Objects within this beam reflect the sonar

signal back. The 160 very accurately measures the distance to these objects

based on the time it takes for the sonar to return. Each object (bottom, fish

or structure) reflects the sonar uniquely, providing information about its

makeup. The 160 draw s this returned information on the display.

The 160 operat es in a w ide variety of w ater conditions, from 2’ to 600’ .

Actual depth capability depends on many factors such as bottom hardness,

w ater conditions, and transducer installation. All sonar units typically read

to deeper depths in fresh w ater than saltw ater.

USING THE 160

SIMULATOR AND FEATURE MEMORY

POWERING UP THE 160

After installation, turn the 160 on by momentarily pressing the Gain knob.

An audible chirp sounds as the unit turns on. If the unit detects that the

transducer is connected and is in w ater, the 160 begins to show sonar

information on the display. If the transducer is not detected, the unit starts

up in simulator mode.

To pow er the unit off at any time, press and hold the Gain knob for several

seconds until the 160 turns off.

Simulator and Feature M emory

The 160 contains a simulator that allow s you to use the unit as though you are on the

w ater. The Simulator is an invaluable aid to learning the features and functions of the

160. All controls are operational and settings can be changed to experiment w ith

various features. When operating in Simulator an indicator appears at the bottom left

of the display.

There are tw o w ays to start the simulator. The method to use depends on w hether a

transducer is connected:

If the 160 is pow ered on w ith no transducer connected, it starts up in simulator mode.

No other steps are needed. In this mode the 160 does not remember any setting

changes that are made.

If the 160 is pow ered on w ith the transducer connected, the Simulator must be

manually turned on.

To manually turn the simulator on:

1. Press the Control Panel knob to display the

list of options.

2. Rotate the Control Panel knob to scroll

through the list until Simulator is visible and is

highlighted on the display.

3. Turn the Range knob to turn Simulator from

OFF to ON.

4. Press the Control Panel knob to clear the screen.

When operating w ith the Simulator on and the transducer connected

changes made to Chart Speed, RTS W indow, Surface Clutter, Contrast,

White Line, (language in international models,) and the Units Control

Panels are permanently remembered. When a transducer is not connected,

changes are not remembered.

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Three knobs on the 160 control all user settings: Gain,

Control Panel and Range.

GAIN KNOB

The GAIN knob controls the gain (sometimes called

sensitivity) of the sonar receiver. GAIN also pow ers t he unit

on or off. When the 160 is off, press GAIN to turn the unit

on. Press and hold GAIN to turn the unit off.

Increasing the gain show s faint sonar returns from small bait fish and

suspended debris in the w ater, how ever t he

display may become too cluttered in some

w ater conditions. Increased gain is also

beneficial at deeper depths to maintain a

good bottom image and adequately show

sonar returns from deep objects. Decreasing

the gain eliminates the clutter from the

display, however if adjusted too low may not

show many faint sonar returns that could be

fish.

Turn the GAIN knob clockw ise to increase the

gain; turn counterclockw ise to decrease the

gain. As you turn the knob, only new sonar

information being graphed show s the affect

of the gain change.

USING THE 160

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

M edium Gain Low Gain

M aximum Gain

Push ON / OFF

CONTROL PANEL KNOB

The CONTROL PANEL KNOB accesses features used to

adjust some 160 settings. Push the knob to display

the CONTROL PANEL list, then rotate the knob to select

a feature for adjustment. A light colored

background indicates the selected feature. Turn the

Range knob to adjust the selected feature. Remove

the CONTROL PANEL list from the display by pushing

the CONTROL PANEL knob. If no adjustments are

made after a few seconds, the CONTROL PANEL list is

removed automatically.

RANGE±KNOB

The RANGE

±knob adjusts the depth

ranges used on the display. The

Range± knob has slightly different

capabilities in each mode of

operation. See M odes of Operation

for specific information. In all cases

turning the knob clockw ise increases

the range, w hile t urning it

counterclockw ise decreases t he

range. Turning the knob slow ly

increases the adjustment in small

increment s, w hile turning it quickly

makes large changes to the

adjustment.

THE 160 DISPLAY

The 160 uses a high resolution LCD display to show sonar information,

digital depth, temperature, speed and other readouts.

A digital depth readout ranging from 2 to 600 feet is alw ays displayed in

the upper left corner of the LCD. When the speed/temp accessory is

connected, additional digital readouts are show n below the depth. A

voltage readout appears in the bottom left w hen the input voltage to the

160 is less than 10 volts or greater than 16 volts.

USING THE 160

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Depth Range

Scale

Depth, Temp and

Speed readouts

Real TIme Sonar

Window

Chart

Window

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