Reel Catch
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I just updated my DRS6a to software version 1.18 and updated my TZT14 to software version 6.02 so that I have the Bird Mode feature. I've done nothing more with Bird Mode other than to turn it on at the dock. Before going out and experimenting more with the Bird Mode, I was curious if there is some sort of written description or guidelines on how to tweek Bird Mode to better identify birds on the display. Once you are in Bird Mode, can you/should you adjust gain and/or sea surface settings particularly when you change radar range? Any input would be appreciated.
09/15/20 Update:
After using the Bird Mode feature, I discovered that it has three settings as follows:
Calm: Gain 93%, Sea 0%, Rain 0%
Moderate: Gain 93%, Sea 20%, Rain 0%
Rough: Gain 93%, Sea 40%, Rain 0%
Under all three settings, you cannot change the gain, sea or rain. So, as I see it you cannot tweek the settings. All you can do is vary between calm, moderate, rough and range. Anybody have any other input?
09/15/20 Update:
After using the Bird Mode feature, I discovered that it has three settings as follows:
Calm: Gain 93%, Sea 0%, Rain 0%
Moderate: Gain 93%, Sea 20%, Rain 0%
Rough: Gain 93%, Sea 40%, Rain 0%
Under all three settings, you cannot change the gain, sea or rain. So, as I see it you cannot tweek the settings. All you can do is vary between calm, moderate, rough and range. Anybody have any other input?