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How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? #14212089 12/05/21 02:39 PM
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My boat came with a Simrad GO8. I am wanting to connect the 2D transducer on my Ulterra trolling motor to the Simrad on my console. We primarily fish striper, hybrids and white bass. I am wanting to see what’s under the front of the boat, mainly for help catching shad as my boat configuration is so that casting the 7’ net is much easier up front. Also for structure with white bass and sometimes brush piles for crappie fishing. What kind of cable do I need to connect the two?

Also, what is the best setup to make the whole where I have to drill through he front deck look professional and minimize water and debris getting into the hull? Is there a connector made for connecting through boat decks? The connector on the TM is about 3/4” in diameter so I’m assuming the connector will be about the same size.

Here are a few pics of my deck and TM setup.

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Re: How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? [Re: learnin to fish] #14212592 12/06/21 01:09 AM
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Minnkota makes adapter cables to connect their UNiversal Sonar to various fishfinders-

https://www.minnkotamotors.com/learn/technology/trolling-motors/universal-sonar-2

Unfortunately, Simrad isn't listed.
Might wanna try Minnkota support from this page:

https://www.minnkotamotors.com/contact

Hit 'em during regular hours and see if you can get an answer via online chat...

Good luck

Re: How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? [Re: learnin to fish] #14212650 12/06/21 02:10 AM
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Simrad is the same as Lowrance


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Re: How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? [Re: learnin to fish] #14212874 12/06/21 01:41 PM
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The adapter looks to be only 2’ long. Do I need to buy an extension for the MinnKota or Lowrance cables? I’ll get the Lowrance cable ordered.

Thanks for the help.

Re: How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? [Re: learnin to fish] #14212891 12/06/21 02:05 PM
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The adapter connects to the Minnkota. So the extension cable goes from there to the unit; hence the extension would be the Lowrance/Simrad cable.
Hope it works out.

Re: How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? [Re: Larry Hutchens Lowrance Pro S] #14212894 12/06/21 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Larry Hutchens Lowrance Pro S
Simrad is the same as Lowrance


Wasn't aware of that.... good to know.

Re: How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? [Re: learnin to fish] #14213052 12/06/21 04:56 PM
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Simrad and Lowrance are both part of the Navico company.


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Re: How do I connect a Ulterra TM to Simrad GO8? [Re: learnin to fish] #14232565 12/28/21 08:02 PM
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I bought the 7 pin connector to connect the MinnKota Ulterra to but my Simrad needs a 9 pin connector. Any idea where to find a 7 pin female to 9 pin male adapter?

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