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110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors #12028069 01/08/17 10:21 PM
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I was wondering if anyone has ever tried to use a 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to power a depth finder for use indoors? I was thinking you could just cut and strip the output and connect the Lowrance power source connector. Thoughts?

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Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12028077 01/08/17 10:24 PM
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I use my motorcycle battery charger.

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12028167 01/08/17 11:08 PM
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I have a Burton 12v 15amp converter and it does not seem compatible with my HDS 12's. Still debugging. Meter indicates voltage and amps good. Screen touch response is random to non functional. Currently running off small battery with a charger.

Also I use a male/female cigarette plugs on wiring.

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12028197 01/08/17 11:15 PM
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I use one that I got from radio shack. You need one that is rated for more than 2amps. I also recommend installing a fuse for protection.


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Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12028285 01/08/17 11:44 PM
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Lowrance makes a cable that plugs into a cigarette lighter. It is called a CA-8 cable. You can buy that cable and an inverter to plug into an outlet for about $60 on Amazon. I usually show most of my clients this trick. It works perfectly for those wanting to manage waypoints on weekends like this without having to sit out in the elements.

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12028293 01/08/17 11:47 PM
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These are the items I purchased thru Amazon. Works for Lowrance HDS units.


Wagan 5 Amp AC to 12V DC Power Adapter

Lowrance CA-8 Cigarette Plug Power Cable

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12028534 01/09/17 01:01 AM
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I use one that came from radio shack and the standard HB power cord.


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Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12028559 01/09/17 01:12 AM
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Would any of the power adapters work on 12 volt led lights ?

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: Andy W] #12029108 01/09/17 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted By: Andy W
I use one that I got from radio shack. You need one that is rated for more than 2amps. I also recommend installing a fuse for protection.


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Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12029188 01/09/17 02:01 PM
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I got a power cable, stripped the ends, put alligator clips on it, and hooked it up to the Polaris Ranger battery. I sit on my azz and mark waypoints, and adjust all settings as needed, pretty cool. I was going to do mine like you want, but this seemed easier for me.

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: lipjerk] #12029330 01/09/17 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted By: lipjerk
I got a power cable, stripped the ends, put alligator clips on it, and hooked it up to the Polaris Ranger battery. I sit on my azz and mark waypoints, and adjust all settings as needed, pretty cool. I was going to do mine like you want, but this seemed easier for me.


This!

Just buy a $14 12v battery like the ones used in Mojo duck decoys. Stip the ends of your power plug on your Lowrance and game on. Used all the time by kayak fisherman. Depending on the size of your Lowrance, it should run for days without needing a charge.

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Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: mbalb61] #12980142 11/30/18 02:09 AM
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Originally Posted by mbalb61
These are the items I purchased thru Amazon. Works for Lowrance HDS units.


Wagan 5 Amp AC to 12V DC Power Adapter

Lowrance CA-8 Cigarette Plug Power Cable

I have looked at the Lowrance CA-8 cable the picture shows a plug in to the cigarette plug and the blue connector and then 3/4 open wires what are they for.

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12983398 12/03/18 02:51 PM
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I used an old battery backup system from a pc with the lowrance power cable.

Think the minimum has to be 5amps. I remember it would shut down when sonar tried to turn on on the 1st adapter i tried. Most laptop changers should work.

add a fuse!

Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: jroush] #12983579 12/03/18 05:34 PM
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question: does running the unit with out the transducer hurt the unit? This is why I always did it in the boat.

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Re: 110V AC to 12V DC transformer to use Lowrance HDS indoors [Re: LittleGazoo] #12983618 12/03/18 06:09 PM
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See this article about using lowrance touchscreen off water.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knlUP4ckLu8

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