Thanks Thanks:  0
HaHa HaHa:  0
Results 1 to 6 of 6

Thread: Tracks and charting questions

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Jul 2012
    Location
    Connecticut
    Posts
    1,532
    Post Thanks / Like

    Default Tracks and charting questions


    I've been using Autochart to map a local lake. I've noticed these red lines, which I think are tracks, showing everywhere I've been so far.

    Name:  S00051.jpg
Views: 302
Size:  74.3 KB

    Is there a way to get rid of them when viewing the map screen? I thought I had them turned off but maybe they have to be on to use the Autochart feature on my Helix 10 1st generation? When I view the map view on other lakes that I've fished more, they are nearly solid red in many spots where I fish a lot. My understanding of tracks is so you can run the same route again; re-running a specific route is not something that is important to me.

    2nd question is my waypoints do not show up in the Autochart software on my desktop. I've read the manual and I can't figure out how to get them to show up there. They were made while actively charting, I've checked the box in the software to show them but so far, have not been able to make them appear. If someone can help me get them to show up, I'd be much obliged. They show up on the unit as you can see in the picture but while working in the software at home, they are missing.
    Yes, I was talking to myself; sometimes even I have to ask for expert advice.

  2. #2
    rnvinc's Avatar
    rnvinc is offline Crappie.com 2016 Man of the Year * Member Sponsor
    Join Date
    Sep 2008
    Location
    West Ky
    Posts
    13,097
    Post Thanks / Like

    Default

    I don’t use AutoChart so I’m not gonna be any help here ...

    I’m sure someone with AutoChart experience will pop in ...

    Rickie
    www.podunkideas.com <--Click here
    ------------—————
    https://www.crappie-gills-n-more.com/
    https://cornfieldfishinggear.com/

    ------------------------>> Pro Staff Sonar Advisor

  3. #3
    Join Date
    Mar 2007
    Location
    Pine Mountain, Ga
    Posts
    503
    Post Thanks / Like

    Default

    If I’m not mistaken on the Helix, if u press the menu button once, it gives you the option to clear the current tracks which are the red lines.
    The waypoints will have to be exported from the head unit and installed on the Autochart program separately. The ZEroline card keeps only the mapping info and the waypoints are stored on the head unit. That’s way the waypoints show up on the screen with navionics or lakemaster cards when installed.

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Jul 2012
    Location
    Connecticut
    Posts
    1,532
    Post Thanks / Like

    Default

    Thank you, I got the waypoints on there; just as you said, they had to come from the nav. data on the card, they don't automatically get picked up by Autochart. They now show up on Autochart from the other lakes I've got info on as well.
    Yes, I was talking to myself; sometimes even I have to ask for expert advice.
    Likes KrappieKrane LIKED above post

  5. #5
    Join Date
    May 2014
    Location
    Hemet/CA
    Posts
    225
    Post Thanks / Like

    Default

    Check Saved Track Default and Current Track settings under Nav Menu. The current track is automatically active when the unit is powered up. You would need to select Stop Tracking each time you power up to prevent from saving the track unless you want them saved.

  6. #6
    Join Date
    Jul 2012
    Location
    Connecticut
    Posts
    1,532
    Post Thanks / Like

    Default

    Thanks, EZ, that's good to know. I didn't realize I had to do it each time.
    Yes, I was talking to myself; sometimes even I have to ask for expert advice.

Tags for this Thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

BACK TO TOP