Sonar Settings For Vertical Fishing

[@rankeny2]

Best tutorial on vertical fishing settings for Gen2 Humminbirds that I have seen. This is a must view video for Lake Trout/Kokanee Salmon fishermen that jig deep on places like Flaming Gorge.

[@BassGeek]

Heck yeah. Thank you. Please fell free to share it out and let folks know.

[@markloedding8238]

I like the way you showed your settings and how and why you do it, that's something that's missing from a lot of videos.

[@BassGeek]

Cool thanks. I appreciate it.

[@danaandrews6485]

Just found your site. Just unboxed my new helix and now feel very confident to use my 2D sonor to see my jig. I did not have that feature on my old graph. Don't have to guess where my bait is in the water column.

[@BassGeek]

Be sure to check out my helix playlist I have a great video on cone shape and angle so you know just where the fish are

[@modemagic1]

Your videos on the humminbirds are fantastic!

[@BassGeek]

Thanks Be sure to go tell them that. They won't even like a post from me.

[@jigglestickdave]

Thank you. I've been having nothing but trouble dialing my g2 9 in, but I'll get it. I'm more stubborn than I am smart...so I got that going for Mr...which is nice 🤔

[@BassGeek]

You'll get it. I've got some older videos one them and setttings.

[@crowejr77]

Great information BassGeek! These are the vids I personally like as I'm learning to use the Humminbird systems, I upgraded this winter. You explain things very well as to how you have yours set up and why. I like the in depth info and would like to see more of on the water use and explanation of what you are seeing while graphing. I may need to pick your brain some this spring to get my units dialed in. Thanks for the great vids, tight lines. 513

[@BassGeek]

Anytime. Go back and look at my summer fishing and ledge fishing videos They are a combo of fishing and teaching. I try to show the graphing and then the fishing so ya know I'm not full of BS. lol

[@crowejr77]

@@BassGeek will do, thanks again

[@rickbrown7067]

Great Job. Nice explanation of the graph. Would like to see more jigging with the graph! Thanks, Rick

[@BassGeek]

Thank you you should watch my advanced sonar video

[@jigginwithjeff3050]

Nice info. I will be back to watch again when I get on the water

[@BassGeek]

Awesome keep me posted.

[@landonmoore76]

This video will help me out alot I'm lost on graph settings

[@BassGeek]

Awesome man! Thanks and good luck.

[@bafishing8796]

GREAT VIDEO TIP. I AM GOING TO TRY THAT DROP RIG SOON. IF IT EVER QUITS FREAKING RAINING

[@BassGeek]

I was doing it in 20mph winds Monday. Hardcore baby. lol

[@bafishing8796]

@@BassGeek my goodness. I would say that was a chore in itself. a fish could not see 2 inches in front of their faces around here right now. chocolate milk water

[@jeufuyang6261]

Thanks for your settings and explanation. Hoping it works for me as idk why but I can never see my lure drop or jig in my 2d sonar no matter how much I have been messing with it. Will give this a shot hopefully it will start showing !

[@BassGeek]

Hope it works

[@jeufuyang6261]

@@BassGeek finally got my vertical jigging to read. Idk why but I had to max my sensitivity to 20 just to see it but it works haha

[@beans316]

I have the Helix 7 with mega side and down . I think it’s cool to see your jig dropping I tried that and can’t see mine on the sonar should I be able to see it on the 7 ?

[@BassGeek]

Yes you may have to tweak it just a little. But yes

[@MudDuckFishing]

Awesome information. I look forward to using these tips offshore once as soon as the NC weather gods allow. 😜

[@BassGeek]

Good luck man let me know if it works for ya.

[@badmofo350]

I feel your pain dude. Tomorrow was supposed to be sunny but I just checked again and now it shows rain until 3pm. At least it'll be warm for a day.

[@MudDuckFishing]

DrFuNK Yeah I’m starting to get withdrawals

[@BassGeek]

@@badmofo350 Yeah I am sick of some rain.

[@i-fishtv9965]

Thx I really Enjoyed your Video perfect introducion 👍

[@BassGeek]

Thank you very much.

[@TeamJesusOutdoors]

Great instructional vid, my good man!

[@BassGeek]

Thank ya sir.

[@angleratlarge6787]

Great info - Bigggggg help! thanks and keep them coming.

[@BassGeek]

Thank you!

[@alanfray1]

Great video! I just got my Helix 9 back from getting the circuit board replaced. It wasn't reading the bottom correctly. I am going to try your settings. I was out the other day and my 2D Sonar did not show my line when I was dropping it below the transducer. Not sure if it was because of my settings or if the transducer is messed up. And, I fish primarily in saltwater/brackish ICW. Would I need to change settings other than water type?

[@BassGeek]

Unless you are fishing like the deep off shore stuff you don't even have to change to salt.

[@alanfray1]

@@BassGeek Thanks for the reply. I will change back to fresh and see if I am able to see the line on the 2D sonar. Have a good one!

[@rickshipley7232]

Great Video as always. Are you using the transducer that comes with that unit or the Ultrex US2?

[@BassGeek]

I'm using the transducer that came with the unit. I don't have an ultrex yet.

[@rickshipley7232]

@@BassGeek you need to get an ultrex. It makes offshore fishing so much easier

[@jaredkemperfishing]

Great job as always!

[@BassGeek]

jared k Thanks ya sir.

[@fernandofishingflorida7169]

Amazing video man.

[@BassGeek]

Thanks!

[@robertpinazza4043]

This video is so great and much appreciated!! I have a Helix 7 from 2018, and have recently taken up to vertical jog for lake trout up in Quebec, Canada. The fishing happens in waters anywhere between 35-120 ft, and water type is clear tea stained. Bottom is usually rocky or sandy. I noticed some of your setting were specifically selected to target fish in 15-30 ft, so what would you change setting wise if you were fishing like I described above? FYI, I recently bought and installed a Minn Kota Ulterra with lock spot feature so I’m curious to understand if I should use a narrow or wider angle cone view of the bottom. I thank you for your response in advance!

[@BassGeek]

35 to 120 is a large range for a specific group of settings. The one thing about any graph that you should always remember is the settings will change lake to lake and even spot to spot. At the deeper ranges I may go down to the 80 sonar frequency or "low" I think it is that bird calls it now. Less separation but a greater dept penetration. The other reason for that is that the 200 frequency range has a 1 to 1 cone size. So 3 feet of depth is equal to 3 feet of bottom coverage. The 80 Frequency is a 1 to 3 depth to cone size. So 3ft down you only have 1ft of bottom coverage. So with a 1-1 at 100ft you get 100ft of bottom. which means the fish that you see near the bottom could be 50ft in any direction. With the 1-3 they would only be 33.33ft so at least somewhat closer. You really have to tweak per spot and depth.

[@robertpinazza4043]

Dude you rule. I mean you responded in 1 day! I really appreciate the advice, and will check out your other videos when I get back. Thanks a million.

[@BassGeek]

ROBERT PINAZZA Hahaha I try my best man!

[@robnbagg8406]

I talked to you earlier this week about my helix G3 I set it up the way you suggested and it looks good but I cannot see my line and bait do you have any suggestions on what to do .Thank you so much.

[@BassGeek]

I would have to look at it. I would turn up the sensitivity

[@robnbagg8406]

I was watching your vertical jig fishing video and when you entered the sonar screen you have a 2D chirp Display 😊frequency not sure how you get that window mine has Display spectrum ? I have a helix gen 3 can you tell me how to do get that window . Thank you for your time . I would send a photo but I’m not sure how to attach it

[@BassGeek]

This is an older unit and the "spectrum" is what you want it's a CHIRP range and helps see better

[@HodoukenYT]

I’m a simple person, I see BassGeek post, I like, then watch the video.

[@BassGeek]

Hey electronics don't need to be complicated. They can make finding and catching more fish easier. Thanks for watching and liking.

[@mikebruehl7341]

Good stuff man.

[@BassGeek]

Thank you sir.

[@solidrockoutdoors]

Good job man. 💪💪👊

[@BassGeek]

East Kentucky Outdoors Thanks!

[@glennwebster4822]

very good video,, I sure would like to get some tips from ya,, we are having a lot of rain here in south Carolina,,lakes are stained to muddy,, water is high,, water temps are 45-50,,, any advice will help us,,, thank you

[@BassGeek]

Once the water temps and lake levels begin to rise so will the fish. Right now find those northern banks that are protected from the wind will the water temps are in the 40's. Once the temps reach 50's start to look at those main lake and secondary area's were they will move up to early to feed. with the water in the 40's find the warmest water you can and cleanest.

[@aaronstevenson3125]

Your vids are great and offer MOSTLY correct info. I just wanted to help about 2 things I noticed that you may want to change. Zoom width is not what you say it is in this video. Zoom width is only effective in the zoom view where it shows the zoomed window to the side (narrow makes the window smaller and wide makes it bigger). It has no effect on your main 2d view. Also you may want to change your transducer setting from generic 83/200 to the proper transducer that is mounted. All DI g2 helix's come with a xnt 9 di. This transducer will not even broadcast a 83khz frequency and the setting should be left at default DI 200/455khz. Keep up the vids!

[@BassGeek]

You are correct about the Zoom I was thinking of a setting on my SI's and confusing the two however this is not a DI unit. I just don't have need for a DI On the Bow. The shape of the transducer is so that as the trolling motor moves it distorts the image. I can do the same with 360 and 2d.

[@parkerlambertfishing]

Killer video!!!

[@BassGeek]

Parker Lambert Thanks Sir.

[@davehorn1422]

That was a lot of help

[@BassGeek]

Dave Horn Awesome Thanks!

[@kevinsweet4491]

Where you fishing today? Was that battery hollow you were in? And do you think a dt 6 and swimbait would work know?

[@kevinsweet4491]

Nice video too!

[@BassGeek]

LOL it was and I just went in there to get out of the wind to shoot the video. It didn't work that day but with this warming trend it should start getting hot. I would still be tossing a little deeper crank however. 10-14ft

[@kevinsweet4491]

Okay thanks, when would you start throwing a dt 6.

[@BassGeek]

@@kevinsweet4491 Soon. March it should start getting hot. Get the Dt10 out now on some worm days.

[@duckhead0]

does it matter where the transducer is placed based on if the unit is CHRP with DI and or SI? Currently i have a garmin striker4 on the bow so if i buy a more advanced unit with DI and SI should i move the garmin upfront and put the advanced unit in the rear?

[@BassGeek]

You want the DI\SI mounted on a stable spot. The transom in most cases. Mounting a DI\SI on a trolling it distorts the image because of the shape of the "cone". You can get away with Di at the bow but if I was you I would put the DI\Si on the console.

[@cabraljoshbeer]

What's up bud! Great video

[@BassGeek]

What's up. Thanks.

[@TackleJunky81]

Great info buddy! 👊

[@BassGeek]

TackleJunky81 Thank ya sir.

[@ryleyblair5842]

Do you have any tips on how to catch bass in the rain or any fish

[@BassGeek]

Depending on water temps when it rains normally you have 3 pluses. Low sky, rain decreases light penetration, and it decreases sound. So for colors I use dark colors because light just doesn't make it very deep into the water. I will use LOUD baits to help draw the bass in. Then I will go with bigger baits Not giant but I want a good large profile on a jig. Hope that helps

[@sloburnful]

I have a ultrex and 8" g3 mega. Which transducer setting should I use on the sonar unit to utilize the built in transducer in the ultrex?

[@BassGeek]

I don't remember off the top of my head if you have it connected give me the options you have under sonar and I can tell you.

[@jessieosborne3576]

Will those same settings work if it’s running through an ultrex? I have the 9 at the front of my boat

[@BassGeek]

It should. Every setup is different and every spot is different but it's a good base line to start with.

[@juniorhinkley4345]

I have the Helix12g3si&di and loose depth on plane at around 15mph. Is there a setting that can be changed to fix this or is the transducer just not made to read at higher speeds

[@BassGeek]

Yeah you need to get a y cable and a shoot through hull installed.

[@juniorhinkley4345]

BassGeek thanks

[@johnbelcher8261]

Thanks sir

[@BassGeek]

Thank you sir.

[@kevinsweet4491]

I've got a big question to ask, what types of baits would you throw on lake guntersville about the 3rd week of March on into april?

[@BassGeek]

Man I don't know much about that lake. I would think punching and looking for those flats and spawning areas that time of year.

[@kevinsweet4491]

Sorry for sending that message so many times I didn't think it was going through

[@BassGeek]

@@kevinsweet4491 trust me it happens. I've done it on more than one occasion.

[@zipngo1]

It would be great if you had a link to a printable version to take to the boat. Thanks

[@BassGeek]

That would be cool. I never thought about it. I'll see what I can do.

[@kennyingoglia5099]

Bassgeek what transducer setting would if i am not using a altrex trolling motor

[@BassGeek]

I wasn't using one in this video.

[@kurtmills684]

Does the helix 8 have an RTS window? I cant find it.

[@BassGeek]

I think so but I’m not sure

[@timmorris6396]

Do you ever use the jigging mode?

[@BassGeek]

Yeah know I used to before a few updates but now no I never do.

[@matmaxplant]

Is it normal I don’t see the same menu as you ? I have a helix 7 mega si g3

[@BassGeek]

Now this is an older video i did an updated one just this past winter. The updates have changed the menu's some. Be sure to check it out.

[@brandondavis7368]

What would the settings be on a solix?

[@BassGeek]

Should be VERY Close to the same.

[@sonar5676]

scroll speed on 2D sonar matching boat speed? Why is that? does it not compress the return on the screen? Jigging mode is a setting that changes the ping sequence. How does the unit measure the bottom temperature to show the variance between the surface and bottom temperature? The temp probe is on the transducer.

[@BassGeek]

I have no clue how it measures bottom temp. I'm guessing it's an educated guess. If you don't match boat speed you will get elongated screen or lines instead of arches. To fast and yes you get a compressed screen and arches will be short or just vertical lines.

[@sonar5676]

@@BassGeek it does not read bottom temp BassGeek. The temperature graph displays the temperature changes over the recent sonar history. A temperature input from the installed transducer or temp/speed accessory is required to enable this feature. What you are thinking is bottom temp is actually the lower "range" of the temp display. Surface temp is displayed through overlays or digital readouts.

[@BassGeek]

@@sonar5676 Thanks for that I I wasn't real sure and thought that's a gimmick when I seen it. It still kinda is hahaha

[@georgefisherman.jig.lenda.]

Muito bom amigo like 👍

[@BassGeek]

Thank you.

[@shawnbates5083]

Thanks just bought the 5 the 10 to expensive for me lol

[@BassGeek]

Nothing wrong with that. I always say get the most you can afford.

[@dylanstatzer117]

What settings do I need to find baby shark?

[@BassGeek]

If I find it I'll stab it in the face with a hook.

[@HIT_TV]

It's really what I've been looking for. I like your channel! I will visit you often! come my fishing channel~my friend~♥ 🎣🎣🎣🎣

[@BassGeek]

Cool thanks.

[@franktiboni8610]

I'm confused, on the right side you can see actual image under the boat and the left shows what has passed, why don't you see the fish on the right side when you see them coming on the screen on the left side...i hope that didn't confuse you, thanks...these electronics are killing me...

[@BassGeek]

It does show the fish but they don’t stay long at all. The “RTB” (I think that’s what it’s called) is like a flasher so it shows the fish for a very short period of time.

[@franktiboni8610]

@@BassGeek thanks appreciate your time explaining it...keep up the good videos

[@BassGeek]

Frank Tiboni I hope that’s helped

[@franktiboni8610]

@@BassGeek well a little. It just seems like such a small window you have to drop the bait down on them...like I said this is a great starting point to start playing with my electronics but honestly I'm lost when it comes to that stuff...I'm almost 60 and just started bass fishing 3 years ago...i hooked a nice smaller and in return I got hooked.....really thanks alot for your videos....

[@BassGeek]

Frank Tiboni Well anytime you have a question just ask but your right that’s exactly what it’s used for. The vertical presentation. It’s like a live action window hahahaha

[@sonar5676]

Distortion on DI?

[@BassGeek]

Refresh me on what I was talking about there are alot of reasons whey you can get it.

[@oldman5363]

thanks for info , keep yo powder dry

[@BassGeek]

LOL I will try.

[@dirtyfisherman9188]

Those things are expensive

[@BassGeek]

There are some affordable versions out there.