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 Fish finder question
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04/04/16 05:45 AM
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Walker_wilson13
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Wanting to upgrade to a bigger unit, have it narrowed down to 2. If you have any experience with either of these please pitch in your advice! Lowrance HDS-7 Gen2 Touch OR Humminbird Helix 9. Want a big screen but also want the touch screen feature and cant pick which one i would rather have. Thanks in advance!
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 Re: Fish finder question
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04/04/16 05:47 AM
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Walker_wilson13
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Will be using for my console with Mapping and Side Imaging as well!
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/05/16 12:13 PM
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bush hog
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I have the HDS-7 Gen2 Touch in the console and really like it. I bought it at the same time the Helix was just hitting the market. I opted for the Lowrance because it would link with the HDS that I had in the bow. The Helix is a stand alone unit, so take that into consideration. Also, be sure and measure the console to make sure the Helix fits unless you're using a exterior mount. They are both good depth finders. Good luck to you.
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/05/16 03:44 PM
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Bobby Milam
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Helix 9 is ethernet compatible. The smaller units aren't. If I am not wrong, the Helix has a faster processor and a better screen. If you have one on the bow, id pick a compatible unit with that
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/05/16 03:59 PM
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grout-scout
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I use Lowrance but if those are your only options then go with the bigger screen. You can't hardly press the screen on a HDS 7t and side imaging will be borderline worthless if you have it split screened with a map.
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/05/16 05:24 PM
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Walker_wilson13
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Thanks to everyone that commented, definitely helped in my decision!
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/05/16 06:18 PM
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Wayne P.
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I have the HDS-7 Gen2 Touch in the console and really like it. I bought it at the same time the Helix was just hitting the market. I opted for the Lowrance because it would link with the HDS that I had in the bow. The Helix is a stand alone unit, so take that into consideration. Also, be sure and measure the console to make sure the Helix fits unless you're using a exterior mount. They are both good depth finders. Good luck to you. The Helix 9, 10, and 12 series are NOT standalone units, the Helix 5 and 7 series are.
Helix 12 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G3N and G4N, 1198c SI, SOLIX 10 SI G3,
Helix 8 MEGA SI+ GPS G4N, SOLIX 12 SI and G3, MEGA 360, MEGA LIVE TL, RC-1
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/05/16 08:59 PM
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bush hog
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Thanks Wayne P., my mistake. Back when I was considering one the larger units had not come out yet.
To whom much is given, much is required.
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/06/16 05:14 AM
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Kevin D.
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I have two Helix 9 SI GPSs on my boat, and I upgraded the transducers to HD. They are not touch screen, but they work great. I really like mine. Very bright, and very clear.
Kevin D.
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Re: Fish finder question
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04/06/16 12:14 PM
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CoachPayne
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I have a Lowrance 8 on my console and a 7 at the bow and love them both. But a buddy has a new Helix 9 and it's pretty sharp. In my opinion its a little easier to use than my stuff and the screen will be significantly larger than the 7 and not being touch screen is worth it for me if I were in your shoes. Helix all the way. My $.02
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