Saturday, March 31, 2012

Garmin GPSMAP 441s 4-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with Sounder

Garmin GPSMAP 441s 4-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with Sounder Review

Garmin GPSMAP 441s 4-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with Sounder

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Garmin GPSMAP 441s 4-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with Sounder Feature

  • Ready to go with an easy-to-use interface and a built-in, satellite-enhanced basemap preloaded with all U.S. coastal areas, including Alaska and Hawaii as well as detailed charts for the Bahamas.
  • Also accepts BlueChart g2 Vision cards (sold separately) for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, 3-D views and Auto Guidance technology.
  • Also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. . In addition, the GPSMAP 441s can receive U.S. graphical weather data via optional GXM 51 satellite receiver/antenna (sold separately).
  • Comes with a powerful dual-frequency transducer that clearly illustrates depth contours, fish targets and structure whether you're fishing in freshwater or off the coast. The GPSMAP 441s also is NMEA 2000®-certified for easy connectivity with sensors, instruments and future marine offerings.
  • Comes ready to go with preloaded U.S. coastal area map data. For areas outside the U.S., the GPSMAP 441s has a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps. also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times.

The GPSMAP 441 is a compact chartplotter that features an ultra-bright 4? QVGA color display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. It?s ready to go with an easy-to-use interface and a built-in, satellite-enhanced basemap preloaded with all U.S. coastal areas, including Alaska and Hawaii as well as detailed charts for the Bahamas. The GPSMAP 441 also accepts BlueChart g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, 3-D views and Auto Guidance technology.


Wednesday, March 28, 2012

HUMMINBIRD 407820-1 898c SI Color Fishfinder with GPS & Side Imaging

HUMMINBIRD 407820-1 898c SI Color Fishfinder with GPS & Side Imaging Review



HUMMINBIRD 407820-1 898c SI Color Fishfinder with GPS & Side Imaging Feature

  • Brilliant 480 x 800, 7" diagonal color TFT display
  • Side imaging & DualBeam PLUSTM sonar
  • SwitchFire Sonar allows 2 ways to view returns-clear mode or max mode
  • Waypoint management system allows more control of saved data
  • 4,000W PTP power output
Water surface temperature included in transducer. Speed paddlewheel. Backlight for night viewing. PC connection capability to save waypoints & upgrade internal software. Includes external 50-channel WAAS GPS receiver.


Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Lowrance HDS-5 Lake Insight with Structurescan Sonar Bundle

Lowrance HDS-5 Lake Insight with Structurescan Sonar Bundle Review



Lowrance HDS-5 Lake Insight with Structurescan Sonar Bundle Feature

  • Built-in broadband sounder
  • Internal 16-channel GPS+WAAS antenna
  • 5"/12.7 cm SolarMAX™ Plus display
  • Built-in high-definition Insight™ mapping options
  • Large selection of chartcard options including Navionics® Platinum+ with TurboView™
Full - color Lowrance HDS - 5i Fishfinder / GPS Chartplotter with StructureScan Sonar Imaging Bundle. Presenting BIG color definition and multi-function performance in a boatspace-saving design! See all the action in second-to-none clarity on an exclusive high-resolution 5" SolarMAX color display. Of course a sonar-enhancing broadband sounder and 16-channel GPS are built-in to help you on your way, not to mention pre-loaded Lake Insight Maps for U.S. inland and Great Lakes coverage. It's compatible with Navionics chartcards, too, so you can add more maps at any time. Now featuring StructureScan technology for a complete picture that's unmatched in fishfinding! With years of developing and testing, StructureScan reveals every nook and cranny, removing all guesswork so you spend more productive time fishing, with the greatest clarity, highest detail and brightest viewing possible. Display: 5" 480 x 480 16-bit color SolarMAX display for surprisingly crisp, clear views; Backlit screen and keypad for easy use in bright sunlight or dark conditions; Split-screen presentation capable; Provides GPS and sonar overlay data. Sonar: Dual-frequency Skimmer 83 / 200 kHz transducer; Max 250W peak-to-peak (31W RMS) actual; 30,000W peak-to-peak analog equivalent; HyperScroll feature locates and displays fish targets at higher boat speeds with increased soundings per second; FasTrack feature displays flasher-style sonar returns in a narrow vertical column at the far right of the sonar screen. Especially useful for ice fishing or fishing at anchor; FlashGraf feature combines a scrolling sonar target graph with a digital LCD flasher... two of the most popular ways of finding fish all in one screen; Temperature display.; GPS / Navigation: Internal, high-sensitivity GPS+WAAS antenna; Includes Lake Insight Map Bundle for U.S. Inland and Great Lakes coverage; 16 channels; Stores up to 5,000 waypoints, 200 routes, and up to 10 trails; Navionics chartcard compatible (not included).; More: Sea


Monday, March 26, 2012

Garmin Fishfinder 160C

Garmin Fishfinder 160C Review



Garmin Fishfinder 160C Feature

  • Affordable, waterproof fishfinder with sunlight-readable, 128 x 128 pixel, 16-color display
  • See-Thru technology shows weak and strong returns simultaneously; Whiteline shows you how thick the bottom is
  • Manually adjust the gain or set to Auto Gain, which adjusts the level of detail you see automatically
  • Garmin's Ultrascroll refreshes the screen with lightning speed, for the most up-to-date information
  • Perfect for recreational anglers who fish primarily in freshwater lakes

The Fishfinder 160C is a rugged, affordable color sounder for recreational anglers who fish primarily in freshwater lakes.

Fishfinder 160C
A rugged, affordable color sounder for recreational anglers who fish primarily in freshwater lakes. Click here for a larger image
Fishfinder 160C
Fish returns and bottom information are clearly shown on the unit's bright, sunlight-readable color display.
Fishfinder 160C
Manually adjust the gain or set to Auto Gain, which adjusts the level of detail you see automatically.
See Fish in Bright Color

Fish returns and bottom information are clearly shown on the unit's bright, sunlight-readable color display, making it easier for you to scope out your fishing grounds.

Whiteline Feature

The Fishfinder 160C can help you to determine if the bottom is hard or soft. When the sonar sound waves are reflected back by the bottom, a hard bottom returns a stronger signal than a soft bottom. A thin whiteline indicates a softer bottom while a thick whiteline indicates a harder bottom.

See-Thru Technology

Garmin's See-Thru technology shows weak and strong returns simultaneously, allowing the Fishfinder 160C to "see" through thermoclines and locate fish where they live (and fish love thermoclines).

Pinpoint Your Next Catch

Fishfinder 160C's included dual-beam transducer provides excellent shallow-water performance, and the wide viewing angle lets you see fish even off the sides of the boat. The 160C also offers Ultrascroll, which refreshes the screen with lightning speed so you always see the most up-to-date information. You can manually adjust the gain or set to Auto Gain, which adjusts the level of detail you see automatically.

Keep Alert

The 160C features alarms you can set for fish size, shallow water, deep water, and low battery, so you can stay on top of your game.

What's in the Box

Fishfinder 160C, Transom-Mount Transducer, Power Cable, Mounting Bracket, Protective Cover, Owner's Manual

The Fishfinder 160C is a rugged, affordable color sounder for recreational anglers who fish primarily in freshwater lakes.Fish returns and bottom information are clearly shown on the unit's bright, sunlight-readable color display, making it easier for you to scope out your fishing grounds.


Friday, March 23, 2012

Humminbird 407990-1 1198c SI Combo Fishfinder and GPS

Humminbird 407990-1 1198c SI Combo Fishfinder and GPS Review



Humminbird 407990-1 1198c SI Combo Fishfinder and GPS Feature

  • Ultra-bright 10.4 " color 600V x 800H display, 4:3 aspect ratio
  • Side Imaging, Down Imaging, and DualBeam PLUS w/SwitchFire
  • 8000 Watts PtP, 83/200 kHz down-beam with 1500 ft depth capability, 455/800 kHz SI/DI with 150ft vertical depth capability
  • 50 channel external GPS and dual SD card slot for loading LakeMaster or Navionics charts
  • Networkable with Humminbird Fishing Systems
The higher the stakes. The bigger the stage. The Humminbird 1198c is at its best when it's all on the line, thanks to a huge, 10.4" diagonal full-color display with unbelievable 600V x 800H pixel resolution. If that weren't already enough, a dazzling new Superbright LED backlit LCD gives you surefire visibility in direct sunlight. As you can see, there's a lot about the 1198c to like. Combine this amazing, big-screen presentation with exclusive Humminbird Side Imaging for a 180 degree view of the lake bottom, with picture-like images up to 240 feet on either side of your boat. The mammoth screen isn't only good for finding fish and structure, you can put it ot work with any of our advanced chartplotting and navigational tools, including the built-in ContourXD mapping system. If you're really feeling it, share sonar, GPS and waypoints with another Humminbird display via high-speed Ethernet connection. With the 1158 you can rule the water like never before.


Thursday, March 22, 2012

Humminbird 596C Color Sonar Only

Humminbird 596C Color Sonar Only Review



Humminbird 596C Color Sonar Only Feature

  • 320 vertical pixels
  • 4.5-Inch Diagonal screen
  • Dual beam sonar
  • 1,000 ft depth capability
  • Tilt and Swivel Quick Disconnect Mount
Outstanding performance and incredible value come together in the Humminbird 500 Series, with models to meet any angler's needs. See everything on the generous 4.5-inch displays with up to 640 vertical pixels for crystal clarity. With a screen that size, it's easy to take advantage of the versatile Dual Beam sonar and Humminbird Sonar Echo Enhancement. It's so sensitive you can track a jig down to 70 feet, and seperate fish as close as 2.5-inch apart. You can also choose between actual sonar returns or Humminbird's Fish ID+ target identification. All of this in a new design perfect for in-dash or Tilt and Swivel Quick Disconnect Mounting System installation. Fish the way you want...because the Humminbird 596c Fishfiner is not only high-tech, it's easy to use, too. Featuring a 640 X 480 Pixel 4.5-inch color display. It is easy to see from almost anywhere on your boat.


Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Standard Horizon CPF190i 5" Internal GPS Chartplotter/Fishfinder Combo w/Built-In C-Map Cartography

Standard Horizon CPF190i 5" Internal GPS Chartplotter/Fishfinder Combo w/Built-In C-Map Cartography Review



Standard Horizon CPF190i 5" Internal GPS Chartplotter/Fishfinder Combo w/Built-In C-Map Cartography Feature

  • STANDARD HORIZON CPF190I 5" INTERNAL WITH EXTERNAL CONN.
CPF190i 5" Internal GPS Chart Plotter Fish Finder Combo with built-in C-Map CartographyThe CPF190i comes preloaded with detailed maps for coastal navigation of the USA, Great Lakes, Canada, Hawaii, Mexico and the Bahamas. The best value GPS Chart Plotter Fish Finder Combo in its class, the CPF190i boasts a crisp 320x240 direct sunlight viewable 5-inch color TFT display. The CP190i is capable of navigating you quickly and accurately to your destination. Achieve up to 10' accuracy with the integrated 50 channel WAAS GPS receiver or with the optional external GPS Smart antenna. NMEA connections are available to compatible VHF radio for DSC distress and position polling functions. Dedicated MARK, ROUTE and INFO keys allow for fumble free operation. The built-in 600W dual frequency fish finder allows you to easily find wrecks, record water temperature and target fish, simply by connecting an optional transducer. In addition, the CPF190i display is capable of tracking AIS (Automatic Identification System) targets and seeing Radar targets when connected to an optional AIS Receiver or Radar antenna. The CPF190i is backed by an industry leading 3-year waterproof warranty.GPS Chart Plotter Features Built-in coastal maps of USA, Great Lakes, Canada, Alaska, Hawaii and Bahamas 5" Color TFT daylight viewable LCD display Internal 50 channel WAAS GPS Optional external 50 Channel WAAS GPS Smart antenna Connection for optional 50 channel WAAS GPS antenna Si-Tex MDS Series Radar and AIS capable 3000 Marks / 50 Routes 20 Tracks with 10000 available track points Dual chart window with independent zoom levels Satellite images on base map Navigate to an Olympic route Route checking Dedicated MARK, ROUTE and FIND Keys Supplied with a swivel mounting bracket and f


Monday, March 19, 2012

Humminbird 787c2 and 787c2i GPS Fish Finder Combo 4067601 787c2i Internal GPS

Humminbird 787c2 and 787c2i GPS Fish Finder Combo 4067601 787c2i Internal GPS Review



The Humminbird 787c2 and 787c2i Combo Fishing Systems both feature high performance color displays offering 640 vertical pixel resolution. Both units offer DualBeam PLUS sonar fish finding technology and GPS chart plotting with a built-in UniMap capabilities.


Sunday, March 18, 2012

Garmin GPSMAP 421s 4-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter (Without Transducer)

Garmin GPSMAP 421s 4-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter (Without Transducer) Review



Garmin GPSMAP 421s 4-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter (Without Transducer) Feature

  • Garmin GPSMAP 421S GPS Chartplotter/Fishfinder Combo w/o Transducer
  • Garmin GPSMAP 421S GPS CHART Fishfinder COMBO W/O XDUCER
  • Brand New.
  • Frequency = NONE | Internal/External Antenna = Internal | Resolution (VxH) = 240 x 320 | Screen Size = 4.0/3.2 x 2.4 |
  • Screen Type = Color | Speed/Temp = NONE | Touchscreen = No | Transducer Type = Not Included | Waterproof Rating = Waterproof | Watts RMS
GPSMAP 421S Chartplotter/Fishfinder Combo - Without TransducerFeatures an ultra-bright 4" QVGA display along with an improved high-speed digital design for faster map drawing and panning speeds. Plus, these waterproof units have a high-sensitivity internal GPS receiver, so mariners will always know their position at sea. They are ready to go with a built-in, satellite-enhanced worldwide basemap and Garmin's proven easy-to-use interface designed to help you navigate the open waters with ease. This model is compatible with various NMEA 2000 components, inculuding Garmin's full lineup of NMEA 2000 marine sensors and autopilots. Features and Specifications: Ultra-bright 4" diagonal QVGA display, 240 x 320 pixels - over 800 nits of brightness NMEA 2000 certified for seamless integration with the Garmin marine lineup Preloaded worldwide marine basemap Compatible with GXM 51 for XM Satellite Radio and XM WX Satellite Weather High-speed processor for fast screen redraws and smooth panning Streamlined user interface makes it simple to select modes and features Single SD memory card slot for BlueChart g2 Vision cards, as well as saving waypoints, routes and tracks to a SD card Optional BlueChart g2 Vision cards provide marine chart detail and enhanced navigation features like Auto Guidance, satellite imagery, 3-D Mariner's Eye View and 3-D Fish Eye View Backlit keypad for easy operation in low light conditions Unit dimensions: 5.0"H x 5.7"W x 2.7"D (12.7cm H x 14.5cm W x 6.9cm D) Power output: 500 watts (RMS) 4000 watts (peak to peak), dual frequency Depth: 1500 feet/500 meters (dual frequency) Use a dual frequency transducer 50 kHz (45 degrees), 200 kHz (10 degrees) for maximum saltwater performance Transom/trolling mount transducer UltraScroll h


Saturday, March 17, 2012

Lowrance HDS-10 10-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with 50/200kHz Transducer (Insight USA Maps)

Lowrance HDS-10 10-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with 50/200kHz Transducer (Insight USA Maps) Review



Lowrance HDS-10 10-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with 50/200kHz Transducer (Insight USA Maps) Feature

  • Bundles Lowrence HDS-10 GPS chartplotter/fishfinder with 50/200kHz transducer with temperature sensor.
  • Ten-inch Super VGA SolarMAX Plus display is sunlight viewable, for bright and clear wide-angle viewing.
  • Built-in Broadband Sounder for ultra-sensitive, high-definition fish finding in all cover, in thermoclines, and in all water conditions.
  • Super sensitive 16-channel internal GPS antenna with faster time-to-signal lock and precision position, for high-definition GPS and mapping.
  • Advanced networking and expandability with Ethernetworks and NMEA 2000 performance networking options
The Lowrance HDS-10 offers the finest of new Lowrance fishfinding and GPS navigation technologies, complete wih 10-inch (26.4 cm) Super VGA color viewing that renders astounding fishfinder and navigation details. The SolarMAX PLUS screen provides bright-sunlight and wide-angle viewing, and pure-white LED screen/keypad backlighting that fully adjusts to zero-dim for night vision. Built-in Broadband high-definition fishfinder technology and the high-sensitivity 16-channel GPS+WAAS antenna complete the package.

The HDS-10 is fully compatible with all Navionics chartcards--Platinum+, Platinum, Platinum HotMaps--with one high-speed SD card slot. Easily build your complete stand-alone or networked onboard system.

Lowrance HDS-10

Lowrance's finest combo GPS chartplotter / fishfinder, perfect as both standalone unit or multifunction display for integrated navigation network.

HDS Highest-Definition Broadband Fishfinding

Incredible and award-winning, exclusive Broadband Sounder digital technologies is now inside all HDS sonar models for the best Lowrance fishfinding ever! As the vital link between the transducer and your HDS display, Broadband is proven to find more fish with greater sensitivity, higher definition and more display clarity with superior target separation in all cover, in thermoclines and in all water conditions.

Less Noise, More Targets
With Lowrance Broadband digital signal processing software, noise goes way down and sensitivity goes way up. The result: Ultimate target discrimination with incredible high-definition separation of those distinctive Lowrance �fish arch� targets from structure and other fish!

Crystal-Clear Clarity
With advanced digital filtering, Broadband vastly improves at-a-glance display clarity, sharpens bottom images and paints a much cleaner picture of targets that others will miss or show poorly.

Greater Shallow-Water Coverage
To cover even more water, Broadband automatically adds 83 kHz operation to a Lowrance 200 kHz single-frequency transducer. At 83 kHz, you get full 120-degrees of wide-angle coverage with greatly enhanced definition of fish arch targets.

Incredible Deep-Water Performance
Broadband sounding is serious electronics when the hunt is on for fish in any deep water weather condition. Even at higher boat speeds, Broadband keeps a bottom lock at depth, with exceptional targeting of fish arches on the bottom, around wrecks and other seabed structure. And when used with a high-power transducer, strong bottom locks and water column detail reach down thousands of feet!

Expandability at No Extra Cost
For added value, HDS Broadband-equipped models can turn an HDS GPS Chartplotter (or GlobalMap chartplotter with yellow ethernet connector) into a powerful combination fishfinder/chartplotter with complete sonar graph control when networked by Lowrance Ethernetworks.

Lowrance HDS-5 Controls

Unique new FlyWheel scroll dial, as well as a bank of soft command keys.

Lowrance HDS-5 Sounder

Exclusive Broadband Sounder digital technology is now inside all HDS sonar models.

HDS Charting Options

Your trusted favorites in Lowrance 2D mapping choices, like Fishing Hot Spots PRO and LakeMaster ProMaps are fully functional with HDS. Lowrance HDS expands your world of high-detail, high-definition 3D charting options with total compatibility for all 2009 (and earlier) Navionics chartcards.

HDS Redefines Ease of Use

Viewing and control have never been easier, nor more user-friendly. From basic operation to advanced professional functionality, HDS is thoughtfully designed to take you to the next level.

Stylish and Retrofit-Ready
True, HDS sports a more modern design to enhance any boat helm. Yet, by design, HDS makes it easy to upgrade your Lowrance electronics. HDS is compatible with late-model Lowrance transducers, plus yellow Ethernetworks and NMEA 2000 network connectors.

Enjoy Our New Menu Selection
The new, more versatile HDS operating system presents a new way to view and select Lowrance features. This new menu format is both easy to grasp and thoughtfully functional, so you can fly through keypad functions control with the greatest of ease and speed.

A Touch Better
For even easier and quicker control, HDS-8, -8m, -10 and -10m models feature a unique new FlyWheel scroll dial, as well as a bank of soft command keys for the fastest access to functions. So, you spend less time operating and more time fishing.

Lowrance HDS-8 Transducer

Bundle includes 50/200kHz transducer with temperature sensor.

Better to Find Yourself
With a built-in, high-sensitivity 16-channel GPS+WAAS antenna HDS is a superior solution for both bracket mount, and in-dash installs with the. convenience of front mounting. Plus, the internal GPS antenna also networks with NMEA 2000 systems for data sharing. No external antenna to place, no mess, no fuss. Just advanced GPS accuracy with strong satellite locks and less track plot wander.

For closed-cabin installs, there�s also a new and compact LGC-4000 external GPS+WAAS antenna module option for HDS with a true, real-time satellite signal update rate of five times per second for incredible location accuracy.

Screen Star
In the easy-to-view category, HDS really shines. New SolarMAX PLUS color displays render fantastic detail in sunlight, with the best wide-angle viewing ever achieved. In fact, most now deliver nearly twice the brilliance with significantly-reduced power draw than before! Plus, super-white LED backlighting has zero-dim for eye-soothing night vision protection.

New 2-year Protection
Lowrance also warrants that buying HDS will put your mind at ease. Each now come with a new, expanded 2-year limited warranty, protecting you from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a full 24 months after purchase. At no extra cost. Optional two-year extended warranty also available for purchase.

Transducer Included

This bundle includes the HDS-10 and a 50/200kHz transom-mount, skimmer transducer with built-in temperature sensor and 20-foot cable, to get you started right out of the box.

What's in the Box

Lowrance HDS-10, 50/200kHz Transducer, DC Battery, 12V Power Cable, Mounting Hardware, Owner's manual

Lowrance HDS-10. 10-Inch Screen chart plotter fish finder with built-in Insight USA charts. Includes a dual frequency 50/200kHz transom mount depth and temperature transducer, as well as a built-in 16 channel WAAS GPS antenna.


Thursday, March 15, 2012

Humminbird 710234-1 Down Imaging Dual Beam Transom Mounted Transducer

Humminbird 710234-1 Down Imaging Dual Beam Transom Mounted Transducer Review



Humminbird 710234-1 Down Imaging Dual Beam Transom Mounted Transducer Feature

  • Trolling Motor Mounted
  • Down Imaging Transducer
  • Works with Humminbird 788ci DI Combo, 597ci HD DI Combo, 596 HD DI, 570 DI, 385ci DI and 345c DI
  • 15ft Cable and Hardware Included
  • Down Imaging and Dual Beam Capable
XTM-9-DI-25-T
#710203-1

Features:
  • Trolling Motor Transducer
  • Down Imaging® transducer 200/455kHz
  • Low Profile Design Minimizes Snags
  • Easy Installation - All Hardware Included
  • 15 Foot Cable


Compatibility
  • 1100 Series™: 1198c SI Combo, 1158c DI Combo
  • 900 Series™: 998c SI Combo, 958c DI Combo
  • 800 Series™: 898c SI Combo, 858c DI Combo
  • 700 Series™: 798ci HD SI Combo, 788ci HD DI Combo
  • 500 Series™: 597ci HD DI Combo, 596c HD DI, 570 DI, 570 DI Portable
  • 300 Series™: 385ci DI Combo, 345c DI Combo


Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Humminbird 383c Combo 3.5-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter

Humminbird 383c Combo 3.5-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter Review



Humminbird 383c Combo 3.5-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter Feature

  • Full-featured fish finder with 16-channel WAAS GPS receiver with chartplotting, temperature, and speed
  • 3.5-inch, high-resolution, 256-color TFT LCD display with 320 x 240 pixels of resolution
  • Built-in 4 nautical mile resolution UniMap of USA inland lakes, rivers and coastal areas
  • DualBeam PLUS Sonar with 20- and 60-degree beams is reliable to 1,000 feet
  • Measures 5.25 x 7.4 x 4 inches (W x H x D), and backed by one-year limited warranty
The Humminbird 383c Combo Fish Finder and GPS Chartplotter is an all-in-one fish finder for the recreational angler that offers incredible ease of use and GPS chartplotting. The 383c Combo is compact, but full of already built-in capabilities, with the ability to add advanced accessories, making it the perfect companion for your fishing outings.

The 383c Combo provides full GPS navigation, chartplotting and sonar right out of the box. This unit has a built-in 16-channel WAAS GPS receiver, and a four nautical-mile resolution UniMap of USA inland lakes, rivers and coastal areas. The 383c Combo uses DualBeam PLUS sonar, selectable between 20- and 60-degree beams, or simultaneous operation to deliver both wide coverage and better bottom definition up to 1,000 feet with a target separation of only 2.5 inches. This fish finder includes real-time sonar at up to 40 times per second, and Sonar Echo Enhancement sensitive enough to track a jig to over 40 feet. This unit's high-speed, micro-dynamic transducer is reliable up to 70 mph, and even includes water temperature and GPS speed.

The 383c Combo has a 3.5-inch, 256-color, sunlight viewable TFT LCD screen that sports 320 x 240 lines of resolution, and includes X-Press menus so you can access the most important controls with fewer button presses. This fish finder lets you select between TruArch for actual fish returns, and FishID+ with a selective target depth. This unit features a 2x, 4x, 6x and 8x zoom, fresh and saltwater set-up options for optimal performance in any environment, and an adjustable backlight for night fishing. With 750 waypoints, 20 routes, and 10 tracks with 2,000 points each, it is difficult to find a more complete system.

The 383c Combo comes as a Transom Mount with a tilt-and-swivel, quick-disconnect mount system, for either Gimbal or in-dash mounting. This unit measures 5.25 x 7.4 x 4 inches (WxHxD) as a Gimbal mount, or when in-dash mounted requires three inches of behind-dash clearance. Built with a fully gasketed and waterproof construction so that it will even float if something unforeseen happens, the Humminbird 383c Combo fish finder and GPS chartplotter is backed by a manufacturer's one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
383C Combo fishfinder with internal GPS, transducer, mounting hardware, and product manual. Humminbird 383c Combo is the all-in-one compact unit that give you everything¿professional grade sonar, internal 16 channel GPS/WAAS receiver and built in UniMap of the U.S.A. inland lakes, rivers and coastline. Plus, a brilliant 256 color, 320V x 240H resolution display that shows you great map detail, and lets you see fish, structure and bottom composition with added clarity. And you'll see even more with DualBeam PLUS featuring selectable 20 degree or 60 degree beams--even view them simultaneously for the best coverage and the best bottom detail. Plus it mounts easily in-dash or using our exclusive Tilt & Swivel Quick Disconnect Mounting System. We put more into the compact 383c Combo so you get the most from every minute on the water.


Monday, March 12, 2012

Lowrance HDS-10 10-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with 83/200kHz Transducer (Enhanced U.S. Basemap)

Lowrance HDS-10 10-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with 83/200kHz Transducer (Enhanced U.S. Basemap) Review



Lowrance HDS-10 10-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with 83/200kHz Transducer (Enhanced U.S. Basemap) Feature

  • Marine GPS chartplotter/fishfinder with full-color 10.4-inch SolarMAX Plus display
  • High-sensitivity 16-channel GPS+WAAS antenna and integrated Broadband Sounder
  • Enhanced U.S. basemap with highly detailed coverage of lakes and coastal waters
  • Broadband Sounder technology displays underwater details with extreme clarity
  • Supports Sirius satellite weather and radio; measures 12.3 x 8.9 x 3.6 inches (W x H x D)
Lowrance's top-end GPS chartplotter/fishfinder, the HDS-10 has it all: a high-definition 10.4-inch SolarMAX Plus display, a unique FlyWheel dial, a built-in Broadband Sounder, and an enhanced U.S. basemap, helping reveal every last detail during your excursion. The HDS-10 starts with the high-end HD display, which renders brilliant detail in sunlight along with the best wide-angle viewing available in a fishfinder. The full-color Super VGA display offers a crisp 600 x 800 resolution, so you can enjoy picture-perfect clarity when viewing maps or checking out the undersea floor. The HDS-10 is also extremely precise whether you're navigating unfamiliar waters or scanning the underwater world. The navigator comes with a built-in, high-sensitivity 16-channel GPS antenna that delivers spot-on accuracy, along with an integrated Broadband Sounder.



The HDS-10's full-color, high-resolution VGA display is viewable even in direct sunlight (HDS-8 pictured).
Detailed Mapping
The HDS-10 offers exceptionally detailed electronic charting thanks to its enhanced U.S. basemap, which delivers unprecedented inland mapping and coasting charting detail with lightning-fast screen display updates. Mapping coverage includes more than 100,000 bodies of water and nearly 5,000 enhanced U.S. lakes, all with highly detailed lake shorelines and contours. The high-resolution maps offer the look and feel of 3D viewing, and offer information on marked fishing areas, fisheries, and facilities. With enhanced HD maps, you can quickly find fish-holding areas, zoom in with exquisite detail, and easily avoid dangerous shallows.

Users can take their charting to the next level with other Insight HD maps and Navionics chart cards (sold separately), which fit inside the HDS-10's high-speed SD card slot. Navionics cards, for example, open up access to the world's largest "seamless" marine electronic chart database, with cards for diverse regions throughout the world.



The unit's Broadband Sounder offers incredible display clarity to help distinguish between fish and other targets.
Many of the charting cards come fully loaded with a wealth of fishing guidance detail, including expert fishing tips and techniques, and include ample memory space to record HDS sonar logs, screenshots, waypoints/routes/trails, and system settings without the need for an additional SD memory card. Within the maps, users can store up to 5,000 waypoints and 200 routes, in addition to plotting up to 10 trails with 12,000 points per trail.

Broadband Sounder Technology
Each HDS unit includes Lowrance's award-winning Broadband Sounder digital technology. As the vital link between the transducer and your HDS display, Broadband is proven to find more fish with greater sensitivity, higher definition, and more display clarity than ever before. With Lowrance's Broadband digital signal processing software, noise goes way down and sensitivity goes way up. The result: Ultimate target discrimination, helping the transducer separate fish from other underwater targets in all cover, in thermoclines, and in all water conditions.

The unit's advanced digital filtering also vastly improves at-a-glance display clarity while sharpening bottom images. By painting a much cleaner picture of targets, you see features that other fishfinders will show poorly or miss completely. To cover even more water, Broadband automatically adds 83 kHz operation to a 200 kHz single-frequency transducer. At 83 kHz, you receive a full 120 degrees of wide-angle coverage.

And Broadband sounding offers incredible deep-water performance. Even at high boat speeds, Broadband keeps a bottom lock at depth, with exceptional targeting of fish arches on the bottom, around wrecks, and within other seabed structures. When used with a high-power transducer, the strong bottom locks and water column detail reach down thousands of feet.

Other features include a unique FlyWheel dial and command soft keys that give you easier and quicker control of the Broadband Sounder and GPS navigation; an advanced pure-white LED screen/keypad backlighting that fully adjusts to zero dim for night vision; support for Sirius satellite weather and stereo-quality radio; and networking options for Ethernetworks and NMEA 2000. The HDS-10 carries a manufacturer's two-year limited warranty.





The HDS-10 offers incredibly detailed mapping and charting of inland lakes and fishing areas.
Specifications
  • Display size: 10.4 inches
  • Display resolution: 600 x 800
  • Display type: 16-bit color Super VGA SolarMAX Plus TFT
  • Backlighting: Screen/keypad
  • Backlighting type: Pure white LED
  • Sonar and GPS overlay data: Yes
  • Split-screen presentation: Yes
  • Multi-language display: Yes, 23 languages
  • Sonar frequency: 50/200 or 83/200 kHz
  • Transducer type: Choice of dual-frequency Skimmer
  • Sonar output power: Max 250-watt peak-to-peak actual; 30,000-watt peak-to-peak analog equivalent
  • Sonar depth: 5,000 feet
  • Fishfinder features: Colorline/Grayline, ASP, FishSymbol ID, FishTrack, FlashGraf, FasTrack, and Ping Speed HyperScroll
  • Depth alarm: Yes
  • Temperature display: Yes
  • GPS antenna type: Internal high-sensitivity GPS+WAAS
  • Receiver channels: 16
  • Background map: Enhanced U.S. basemap
  • Waypoint storage: 5,000
  • Routes: 200
  • Plot trails: Up to 10 trails, up to 12,000 points per trail
  • Man overboard feature: Yes
  • GPS alarms: Yes
  • Networking connectors: NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, and Ethernet
  • Built-in backup memory: Yes
  • Casing: Sealed and waterproof
  • Memory card: Two SD/MMC/MMC+ memory card slots
  • Dimensions: 12.3 by 8.9 by 3.6 inches (W x H x D)
Lowrance HDS-10. 10-Inch Screen Chart plotter fish finder with Basemap of the US built-in. Includes a dual frequency 83/200kHz transom mount depth and temperature transducer as well as a built-in 16 channel WAAS GPS antenna.