Sorry you're not having any luck...although it makes me feel better that it's not just me! I'm not a rookie exactly, my grandparents had a small catfish pond for their cow pasture and I'm used to throwing a hook in and catching cats, much like shooting fish in a barrel. It's big lake fishing I'm not used to. I sold my fish finder when I sold y pontoon but will get another one. Going out in 3 hours, wish me luck and good luck to you!