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by Marc
Tue Nov 21, 2023 12:31 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Active Target/No source?????
Replies: 11
Views: 4366

Re: Active Target/No source?????

Last week a new patch version of update number 23.3 came out for both AT1 and AT2, and for your MFD (Pro/LIVE/Carbon/Elite FS). Here is my new YouTube video showing how to update your single and dual AT1 or 2 units: https://youtu.be/pvWpSb23IMs?si=kebdRaL9MKHAJ2ES And here is how to install 23.3 on ...
by Marc
Mon Nov 13, 2023 7:55 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Active Target/No source?????
Replies: 11
Views: 4366

Re: Active Target/No source?????

Hey Guys, I wanted to kick up this thread back up to the top as I've been having issue's with my Active Target Unit saying "No Source" throughout the day. Power is good, it just seems to be a bug with the updated 23.3 software? Any guidance before I call Lowrance Customer Service? I tried...
by Marc
Wed Nov 08, 2023 6:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why is My Active Target Screen blinking?
Replies: 7
Views: 1468

Re: Why is My Active Target Screen blinking?

As it happens, I wrote an article about this very topic, and have a video included with the article:

https://storage.westernbass.com/mag_wb/ ... index.html
by Marc
Tue Oct 24, 2023 1:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: San Fernando Valley Bassmasters
Replies: 11
Views: 1611

Re: San Fernando Valley Bassmasters

Yup, it was the good old days with lots of good memories. Some of us dinosaurs still are fishing.
by Marc
Thu Oct 19, 2023 4:50 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 56.75 to Win 2023 WON BASS US OPEN | Final Results
Replies: 4
Views: 3266

Re: 56.75 to Win 2023 WON BASS US OPEN | Final Results

Great job, Kyle! Looking forward to hearing your story and how your electronics played a role.
by Marc
Sat Oct 07, 2023 8:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why is My Active Target Screen blinking?
Replies: 7
Views: 1468

Re: Why is My Active Target Screen blinking?

Replace your battery or improve your connections; the rapid blinking usually means the voltage is right at the fringe minimum.
by Marc
Mon Mar 06, 2023 1:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: This Is Our 12th Year In Publication!!
Replies: 4
Views: 566

Re: This Is Our 12th Year In Publication!!

Congratulations on your 12th anniversary, Wayne! You have done a great job on the website and magazine. Wishing you many more years of success!
by Marc
Fri Jan 13, 2023 6:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Casitas is closed until ? No water being diverted as there is a problem.
Replies: 11
Views: 1490

Re: Casitas is closed until ? No water being diverted as there is a problem.

As a retired water district General Manager, I can say the best way to influence policy is to run and become a board member. It astounds me knowing the history of Casitas and the long standing problems of environmentalists on the board that bass anglers haven't run for board positions. That is how y...
by Marc
Wed Sep 14, 2022 9:49 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ghost TM running time on Max
Replies: 34
Views: 4480

Re: Ghost TM running time on Max

Actually there are quite a few chargers that do not have separate battery leads. For instance, I use a Stealth 1 charging system that does not use separate leads, and there are others as well. I think consulting his battery manufacturer is the best bet to find out why the batteries are out of balanc...
by Marc
Wed Sep 14, 2022 7:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ghost TM running time on Max
Replies: 34
Views: 4480

Re: Ghost TM running time on Max

Rod, if I understand your situation correctly, you are trying to balance your trolling motor batteries since one is out of balance. Because one is running lower SOC than the other two, you need to deplete the other 2, and not the one that is running lower than the other two. This is why I suggested ...
by Marc
Tue Sep 13, 2022 7:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ghost TM running time on Max
Replies: 34
Views: 4480

Re: Ghost TM running time on Max

While it may not be a problem for your Ghost or your boat's wiring (or it may) why take a chance? I would hook up a 12v light or fan or other accessory to run the battery down.
by Marc
Tue Sep 06, 2022 8:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clearlake Keys Devastated
Replies: 39
Views: 5921

Re: Clearlake Keys Devastated

Ok Guys .Tell me how the State and County officials can make it rain? Lake is the lowest its been in over 40 years.Just need a heavy rain year. Only filled once in 5 years. Yolo county draws lake water only when its a full year. The only County ramp that could be extended is at the oaks. Dont think...
by Marc
Thu Feb 24, 2022 9:11 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Issue networking HDS Live with HDS Carbon
Replies: 5
Views: 2462

Re: Issue networking HDS Live with HDS Carbon

I would disconnect the ethernet cable at the bow unit and then do a hard reset. This fixes most config issues and is also something that should always be done after updating. By unhooking your ethernet cable you will retain your waypoints on your console unit. The hard reset wipes out your waypoints...
by Marc
Wed Feb 23, 2022 10:00 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Issue networking HDS Live with HDS Carbon
Replies: 5
Views: 2462

Re: Issue networking HDS Live with HDS Carbon

There are several potential causes for this problem. 1st and most likely is not having all units on the same and current software version. Networked units need to be on the same software version. They have a hard time sharing information like map cards and transducers when the software doesn't match...
by Marc
Tue Jan 18, 2022 8:09 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Active Target Transducer Tip
Replies: 0
Views: 2442

Active Target Transducer Tip

The instructions that come with Active Target do not provide good details about how to assemble the knobs and the bracket. Almost all that I see in the field are not assembled properly, and I hear all the time about people losing a knob in the lake from it falling out. Here is the fix, and you will ...
by Marc
Fri Nov 05, 2021 4:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Aaron Martens
Replies: 22
Views: 5202

Re: Aaron Martens

Aaron was a great guy, fisherman, and family man. God bless his family. RIP Aaron you will be missed!
by Marc
Fri Oct 22, 2021 4:01 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: WTB Lamiglas Skeet Reese 705R Glass Rod
Replies: 2
Views: 606

Re: WTB Lamiglas Skeet Reese 705R Glass Rod

Shoot me an email at LimitBy9@aol.com to remind me to check. I live in Washington now but am visiting in California so I don't remember if I still have the Skeet Reese model or not. I have at least 100 Lamiglas rods so there is a good chance but I simply don't remember, and won't be able to check un...
by Marc
Wed Oct 20, 2021 2:54 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Will existing wiring for HDS Live 9 work for HDS Carbon 16
Replies: 6
Views: 2077

Re: Will existing wiring for HDS Live 9 work for HDS Carbon 16

Since you asked if the wires were the same I thought you were referring to the power wires. Yes, the transducer plug is different and will either require the adapter, or a new 7 pin connector transducer.
by Marc
Mon Oct 18, 2021 8:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The perfect Punch Hook? Still searching for one!
Replies: 7
Views: 1396

Re: The perfect Punch Hook? Still searching for one!

https://www.gamakatsu.com/wp-content/up ... rmMain.jpg

What is wrong with the Gammie G-Finesse Heavy Cover Hook?
by Marc
Mon Oct 18, 2021 7:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ghost Trolling Motor Guys: a couple of questions
Replies: 5
Views: 4030

Re: Ghost Trolling Motor Guys: a couple of questions

Turning off your Ghost will instantly set off the autopilot fault/alarm on your Lowrance screen.
by Marc
Sun Oct 17, 2021 5:30 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Lamiglas Certified Pro XFT 764
Replies: 3
Views: 674

Re: Lamiglas Certified Pro XFT 764

Great rod and a great price. I have three of these.
by Marc
Sat Oct 16, 2021 8:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why did you join Westernbass.com?
Replies: 11
Views: 1437

Re: Why did you join Westernbass.com?

ncbf.com was started by one of my former tournament partners, and a southern California angler. I joined because of this. I stayed because of the great people willing to share information and give something back to the greatest sport on the earth.
by Marc
Sat Oct 16, 2021 8:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance Active Target - HELP
Replies: 7
Views: 4658

Re: Lowrance Active Target - HELP

Move your transducer 10" above the top of your motor. Make sure both your Active Target and your Lowrance unit are both updated to 20.3. Let me know how this works for you.
by Marc
Sat Oct 09, 2021 9:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Idiosyncrasies of Ghost Trolling Motor
Replies: 4
Views: 2795

Re: Idiosyncrasies of Ghost Trolling Motor

Your Ghost should deploy and retract very smoothly. The key is in proper mounting. It should be mounted with 6 bolts and on a perfectly flat and level surface. Some boats do not have a level surface, and in that case when you tighten all bolts the mount bends to conform to the fiberglass surface. Th...
by Marc
Sat Oct 09, 2021 9:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ghost Trolling Motor Guys: a couple of questions
Replies: 5
Views: 4030

Re: Ghost Trolling Motor Guys: a couple of questions

Your HDS Live has autopilot capabilities which you have to enable in your advanced features. The Ghost motor will use autopilot to guide your boat on programmed routes, to a waypoint, and more; and lets you choose what happens once you arrive. I use autopilot all the time with my Ghost. Just yesterd...
by Marc
Tue Sep 07, 2021 9:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance Active Target - HELP
Replies: 7
Views: 4658

Re: Lowrance Active Target - HELP

Also post a picture of your transducer mounted to your trolling motor. It would be very helpful.
by Marc
Fri Aug 27, 2021 9:38 pm
Forum: Photos
Topic: DVL DONKEY
Replies: 8
Views: 2737

Re: DVL DONKEY

Nice Mama Pesce!
by Marc
Sun Apr 25, 2021 6:09 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Active Target Fix for Yellow Wire
Replies: 8
Views: 12693

Re: Active Target Fix for Yellow Wire

That will work, but realize that you will not be able to turn off the Active Target to save battery power without also having to turn off your HDS unit. If you wire the yellow wire to an accessory switch, you can independently power on or off the Active Target irrespective of your HDS units.
by Marc
Sun Apr 25, 2021 4:54 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Active Target Fix for Yellow Wire
Replies: 8
Views: 12693

Re: Active Target Fix for Yellow Wire

Active Target has nothing to do with the trolling motor; and it is not hooked to that circuit so it wouldn't run down your trolling motor batteries. Active Target is connected to your starting battery. Yes, you do want to use an accessory switch for the yellow wire so you can turn it off when not us...
by Marc
Thu Apr 22, 2021 9:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Living in Moses Lake Washington Area
Replies: 2
Views: 629

Re: Living in Moses Lake Washington Area

It is a great area for bass fishing without a doubt. Potholes is our Clear Lake, but with many more and bigger smallmouth bass to go with the big largemouths. Moses Lake has giant largemouth and smallmouth also. Much more conservative politically (nothing like Seattle). I live in western Washington ...
by Marc
Fri Apr 16, 2021 10:35 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Active Target Fix for Yellow Wire
Replies: 8
Views: 12693

Active Target Fix for Yellow Wire

A new software update is available that fixes the yellow wire function of the Active Target. Now it will both turn on and turn off the module when connected to an accessory switch. See how to update the AT in this video:

by Marc
Sat Nov 14, 2020 4:55 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Lowrance LiveSight with Custom Transducer Shield and Saver Mount SOLD!
Replies: 6
Views: 1011

Re: Lowrance LiveSight with Custom Transducer Shield and Saver Mount

OKay Ray, yes I will take PayPal. And I will ship it tomorrow by Priority Mail if you want. PayPal to WCoastTkl@aol.com, 253-312-9661.
by Marc
Sat Nov 14, 2020 2:18 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Lowrance LiveSight with Custom Transducer Shield and Saver Mount SOLD!
Replies: 6
Views: 1011

Re: Lowrance LiveSight with Custom Transducer Shield and Saver Mount

You can see the transducer and mount in this WesternBass.com article: https://storage.westernbass.com/mag_wb/wb_mag_fall_2020/page56/index.html Transducer Shield and Saver custom made this mount with gunsmithing quality. It allows you to flip the face of the transducer from forward to down view. It ...
by Marc
Thu Nov 12, 2020 8:22 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Lowrance LiveSight with Custom Transducer Shield and Saver Mount SOLD!
Replies: 6
Views: 1011

Lowrance LiveSight with Custom Transducer Shield and Saver Mount SOLD!

$650 plus shipping. This is a LiveSight transducer in new condition, with a new custom made Transducer Shield and Saver mount that allows you to switch from forward view to down view. Mount fits trolling motor shaft.
by Marc
Sat Sep 19, 2020 7:45 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Courser keeps locking current location
Replies: 9
Views: 1746

Re: Courser keeps locking current location

Glad you were able to get it replaced under warranty; thanks for letting us know.
by Marc
Sat Jul 25, 2020 2:03 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 79.34 to Win Clear Lake | California Open Pro Final Results
Replies: 20
Views: 5137

Re: 79.34 to Win Clear Lake | California Open Pro Final Results

Congratulations on the win! Love those Yamamoto baits!
by Marc
Sat Jul 25, 2020 7:42 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: How to transfer waypoints to SD Card, but keep on unit
Replies: 3
Views: 968

Re: How to transfer waypoints to SD Card, but keep on unit

When you save your waypoints to a SD card, you do not lose them from the HDS unit. You are merely copying them to the card.

Make sure you use a 32 gb or less card. I also recommend saving them on your home computer or laptop for the future in case you ever sell or break your HDS unit.
by Marc
Wed Jul 22, 2020 4:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Every dog has his day...got a 10 and a 7. (Video)
Replies: 14
Views: 2734

Re: Every dog has his day...got a 10 and a 7. (Video)

Well done, and congratulations! Thanks for sharing.
by Marc
Fri Jul 17, 2020 6:55 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Courser keeps locking current location
Replies: 9
Views: 1746

Re: Courser keeps locking current location

Is the cursor showing up at the same location on the screen each time? At the least, I would backup my waypoints, routes, etc. and then perform a hard reset to see if that fixes the issue.
by Marc
Wed Apr 29, 2020 12:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Getting more trout back in our lakes
Replies: 12
Views: 2532

Re: Getting more trout back in our lakes

Sorry, was away from the computer a couple of days trying to protesting the fishing closure in Washington. Yes, CBD is the Center for Biological Diversity. They are making a fortune through donations which they use to litigate against us/States/Feds. Don't be fooled by their name, they are against n...
by Marc
Fri Apr 24, 2020 9:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Getting more trout back in our lakes
Replies: 12
Views: 2532

Re: Getting more trout back in our lakes

This is one of many reasons why I have warned bass anglers to never get into bed with the CBD. They are not our friends, and will do everything they can to cripple bass fishing.
by Marc
Sun Dec 22, 2019 7:50 pm
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Traded... thank you Marc
Replies: 5
Views: 1702

Re: Trade drone for trolling motor

Do you still have it? Just got a Ghost trolling motor and no longer need my Maxxum 101. Great shape, universal sonar, and lots of spare parts from cables to power boards and props just in case I ever needed them during a tournament. Never did.
by Marc
Fri Dec 13, 2019 9:53 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Lowrance HDS waypoints issue
Replies: 3
Views: 1460

Re: Lowrance HDS waypoints issue

Make sure both units are running the same version software, also.
by Marc
Thu Dec 12, 2019 9:58 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Has any encountered these spaces in top and bottom lines of HDS 12
Replies: 7
Views: 2496

Re: Has any encountered these spaces in top and bottom lines of HDS 12

Make sure both LIVE units are on the same version software, also. I know you probably got them at the same time but that in no way means they have the same version software. I am running the latest software in my LIVES with no problem.
by Marc
Wed Dec 11, 2019 9:21 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Has any encountered these spaces in top and bottom lines of HDS 12
Replies: 7
Views: 2496

Re: Has any encountered these spaces in top and bottom lines of HDS 12

I agree with Ken. I have seen this before, and it was resolved by changing the settings. Some things you can start with is to make sure your sonar settings are correct. Did you program you LIVE to the specific transducer type you installed. The correct model of the transducer must be chosen in the S...
by Marc
Sun Dec 01, 2019 8:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ghost noise
Replies: 9
Views: 6182

Re: Ghost noise

Despite having been told the noise complaint was BS, I have kept quiet about this only because I hadn't yet run a Ghost trolling motor. Last week I spent a day on DVL running the Ghost motor, and now I can say with certainty it is quiet, and the bass agree with me.
by Marc
Thu Nov 14, 2019 2:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Two clicks to save a screenshot on your Lowrance
Replies: 2
Views: 2230

Re: Two clicks to save a screenshot on your Lowrance

Or press a single button on a LR-1 remote that you programmed to take screenshots.