Transmitter:..1,500 watts peak-to-peak power (typical); 188 watts RMS power (typical). Sonar sounding depth capability:.1,000 feet (305 meters). Actual capability depends on transducer configuration and installation, bottom composition and water conditions. All sonar units typically read deeper in fresh water than in salt water. Depth display:.Continuous digital readout. Audible alarms:.Deep/shallow/fish. Automatic ranging:.Yes, with instant screen updates. Auto bottom track:.Yes. Zoom bottom track:.Yes. Split-screen zoom:.No. Surface water temp:..Yes, built into transducer. Optional external temperature sensor or combo speed/temp sensor available. NOTICE! The storage temperature for your unit is from -4 degrees to +167 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees to +75 degrees Celsius). Extended storage in temperatures higher or lower than specified will damage the liquid crystal display in your unit. This type of damage is not covered by the warranty. For more information, contact the factory's Customer Service Department; phone numbers are inside the manual's back cover.

How Sonar Works

Sonar has been around since the 1940s, so if you already know how it works, skip ahead to the next segment on the typographical conventions used in this manual. But, if you've never owned a sonar fish finder, this segment will tell you the underwater basics. Sonar is an abbreviation for SOund NAvigation and Ranging, a technology developed during World War II for tracking enemy submarines. A sonar consists of a transmitter, transducer, receiver and display. In simple terms, here's how it finds the bottom, or the fish: The transmitter emits an electrical impulse, which the transducer converts into a sound wave and sends into the water. (The sound frequency can't be heard by humans or fish.) The sound wave strikes an object (fish, structure, bottom) and bounces back to the transducer, which converts the sound back into an electrical signal. 2
The receiver amplifies this return signal, or echo, and sends it to the display, where an image of the object appears on the scrolling sonar chart. The sonar's microprocessor calculates the time lapse between the transmitted signal and echo return to determine the distance to the object. The whole process repeats itself several times each second.

Dual Search Transducer

Your unit is packed with a Dual Search Skimmer Transducer that can transmit at 83 kHz and 200 kHz.
A new innovation, the 83 kHz frequency offers superior sonar performance at all depths from very shallow up to 1,000 ft and provides up to 120 of fishfinding coverage.

Preparations

The following shows the recommended sequence for installing the transducer: CAUTION: You should read over this entire installation section before drilling any holes in your vehicle or vessel! 1. Determine the approximate location for the sonar unit, so you can plan how and where to route the cables for the transducer and power. This will help you make sure you have enough cable length for the desired configuration. 2. Determine the approximate location for the transducer and its cable route. 3

3. Determine the location of your battery or other power connection, along with the power cable route. 4. Install the transducer and route the transducer cable to the sonar unit. 5. Route the power cable from the unit's location to an appropriate power source and connect it there. 6. Connect the transducer/power cable to the unit and mount the sonar unit on the bracket.

Installation

These instructions will help you install your Skimmer transducer on a transom, on a trolling motor or inside a hull. Please read all instructions before proceeding with any installation. Your Skimmer transducer typically comes packaged with a one-piece stainless steel bracket for mounting it to the transom of your boat. The trolling motor mount uses a onepiece plastic bracket with an adjustable strap. These are all "kick-up" mounting brackets. They help prevent damage if the transducer strikes an object while the boat is moving. If the transducer does "kick-up," the bracket can easily be pushed back into place without tools. Depending on your sonar unit's connectors, your transducer cable may also have the sonar unit's power cable attached to it. If that is the case, be sure to install the transducer first, before connecting the power cable to a power source. See the instructions later in this manual for connecting the power cable to a battery or other power supply. Read these instructions carefully before attempting the installation. Determine which of the mounting positions is right for your boat. Use extreme care if mounting the transducer inside the hull, because once it is epoxied into position, the transducer usually cannot be removed. Remember, the transducer installation is the most critical part of a sonar installation. Recommended Tools and supplies If you prefer the option of routing the cable through the transom, you will need a 5/8" drill bit. Each transom mount requires use of a high quality, marine grade above- or below-waterline caulking compound. NOTE: The following installation types also call for these recommended tools and required supplies (supplies are not included):
Single-frequency transom installations
Tools include: two adjustable wrenches, drill, #29 (0.136") drill bit, flathead screwdriver (for mounting screws and their pilot holes). Supplies: none.
Single-frequency trolling motor installations
Tools: two adjustable wrenches, flat-head screwdriver. Supplies: plastic cable ties.
Shoot-through hull installations
Tools: these will vary depending on your hull's composition. Consult your boat dealer or manufacturer. Supplies: 100 grit sandpaper, specially formulated epoxy adhesive available from LEI (see ordering information on the inside back cover). A sandwich hull also requires polyester resin. Selecting a Transducer Location 1. The location must be in the water at all times, at all operating speeds. 2. The transducer must be placed in a location that has a smooth flow of water at all times. If the transducer is not placed in a smooth flow of water, interference caused by bubbles and turbulence will show on the sonar's display in the form of random lines or dots whenever the boat is moving. NOTE: Some aluminum boats with strakes or ribs on the outside of the hull create large amounts of turbulence at high speed. These boats typically have large outboard motors capable of propelling the boat at speeds faster than 35 mph. Typically, a good transom location on aluminum boats is between the ribs closest to the engine. 3. The transducer should be installed with its face pointing straight down, if possible. For shoot-thru applications: Many popular fishing boat hulls have a flat keel pad that offers a good mounting surface. On vee hulls, try to place the transducer where the deadrise is 10 or less.

Place each ratchet into the bracket with the letter "A" aligned with the dot stamped into the metal bracket. This position sets the transducer's coarse angle adjustment for a 14 transom. Most outboard and stern-drive transoms have a 14 angle.
Align plastic ratchets in bracket.
2. Aligning the transducer on the transom. Slide the transducer between the two ratchets. Temporarily slide the bolt though the transducer assembly and hold it against the transom. Looking at the transducer from the side, check to see if it will adjust so that its face is parallel to the ground. If it does, then the "A" position is correct for your hull. If the transducer's face isn't parallel with the ground, remove the transducer and ratchets from the bracket. Place the ratchets into the holes in the bracket with the letter "B" aligned with the dot stamped in the bracket. Reassemble the transducer and bracket and place them against the transom. Again, check to see if you can move the transducer so it's parallel with the ground. If you can, then go to step 3. If it doesn't, repeat step 2, but use a different alignment letter until you can place the transducer on the transom correctly.

Ratchets

Insert bolt and check transducer position on transom.
3. Assembling the transducer. Once you determine the correct position for the ratchets, assemble the transducer as shown in the following figure. Don't tighten the lock nut at this time.

Nut Metal washer

Rubber washers Bolt

Metal washer

Assemble transducer and bracket.
4. Drilling mounting holes. Hold the transducer and bracket assembly against the transom. The transducer should be roughly parallel to the ground. The transducer's centerline should be in line with the bottom of the hull. Don't let the bracket extend below the hull! Mark the center of each slot for the mounting screw pilot holes. You will drill one hole in the center of each slot. Drill the holes. Use the #29 bit (for the #10 screws).

Transom

Position transducer mount on transom and mark mounting holes. Side view shown at left and seen from above at right.
5. Attaching transducer to transom. Remove the transducer from the bracket and re-assemble it with the cable passing through the bracket over the bolt as shown in the following figures.

Route cable over bolt and through bracket. Side view shown (left) and seen from above (right).
Attach the transducer to the transom. Slide the transducer up or down until it's aligned properly with the bottom of the hull as shown in the preceding and following figures. Tighten the bracket's mounting screws, sealing them with the caulking compound. Adjust the transducer so that it's parallel to the ground and tighten the nut until it touches the outer washer, then add 1/4 turn. Don't over tighten the lock nut! If you do, the transducer won't "kick-up" if it strikes an object in the water.

Bottom of hull

Deep-"vee" hull Flat-bottom hull Align transducer centerline with hull bottom and attach to transom.
6. Route the transducer cable through or over the transom to the sonar unit. Make sure you leave some slack in the cable at the transducer. If possible, route the transducer cable away from other wiring. Electrical noise from the engine's wiring, bilge pumps, VHF radio wires, cables and aerators can be picked up by the sonar. Use caution when routing the transducer cable around these wires. WARNING: Clamp the transducer cable to the transom close to the transducer. This can prevent the transducer from entering the boat if it is knocked off at high speed. If you need to drill a hole in the transom to pass the connector through, the required hole size is 5/8". (If you intend to route an additional speed or temp sensor cable through the same hole, you will need a 1" (25.4 mm) drill bit instead.) Caution: If you drill a hole in the transom for the cable, make sure it is located above the waterline. After installation, be sure to seal the hole with the same marine grade above- or below-waterline sealant used for the mounting screws. 7. Make a test run to determine the results. If the bottom is lost at high speed, or if noise appears on the display, try sliding the transducer bracket down. This puts the transducer deeper into the water, hopefully below the turbulence causing the noise. Don't allow the transducer bracket to go below the bottom of the hull!
Trolling Motor Bracket Installation 1. Attach the optional TMB-S bracket to the transducer as shown in the following figure, using the hardware supplied with the transducer. (Note: The internal tooth washer is supplied with the TMB-S.)
Internal tooth washer Bolt Nut TMB-S bracket
Flat washer Attach motor mounting bracket to transducer.
2. Slide the adjustable strap supplied with the TMB-S through the slot in the transducer bracket and wrap it around the trolling motor. Position the transducer to aim straight down when the motor is in the water. Tighten the strap securely. 3. Route the transducer cable alongside the trolling motor shaft. Use plastic ties (not included) to attach the transducer cable to the trolling motor shaft. Make sure there is enough slack in the cable for the motor to turn freely. Route the cable to the sonar unit and the transducer is ready for use.

2. The epoxy consists of the epoxy itself and a hardener. Remove the two compounds from the package and place them on the paper plate. Thoroughly stir the two compounds together until the mixture has a uniform color and consistency. Do not mix too fast or bubbles will form in the epoxy. After mixing, you have 20 minutes to complete the installation before the epoxy becomes unworkable. Spread a thin layer of epoxy (about 1/16" or 1.5 mm thick) on the face of the transducer as shown in the previous figure. Make sure there are no air pockets in the epoxy layer! Then, apply the remaining epoxy to the sanded area on the hull. 3. Press the transducer into the epoxy, twisting and turning it to force any air bubbles out from under the transducer face. Stop pressing when you bottom out on the hull. When you're finished, the face of the transducer should be parallel with the hull, with a minimum amount of epoxy between the hull and transducer. 4. Apply a weight, such as a brick, to hold the transducer in place while the epoxy cures. Be careful not to bump the transducer while the epoxy is wet. Leave the weight in place for a minimum of three hours. Allow the epoxy to cure for 24 hours before moving the boat. 5. After the epoxy has cured, route the cable to the sonar unit and it's ready to use. Power Connections (permanent mount only) The unit works from a 12-volt battery system. You can attach the power cable to your boat's accessory or power buss (or directly to the battery). If you use an accessory buss but have problems with electrical interference, attach the power cable directly to the battery. If the cable is not long enough, splice #18 gauge wire onto it. CAUTION: When using the unit in a saltwater environment, we strongly recommend that you shut off the power supply to the power cable when the unit is not in use. When the unit is turned off but still connected to a power supply, electrolysis can occur in the power cable plug. This may result in corrosion of the plug body along with the electrical contacts in the cable and the unit's power socket. In saltwater environments we recommend you connect the power cable to the auxiliary power switch included in most boat designs. If that results in electrical interference, or if such a switch is not available, we recommend connecting direct to the battery and installing an inline switch. This will let you shut off power to the 17
power cable when the unit is not in use. When you are not using the unit, you should always shut off power to the power cable, especially when the power cable is disconnected from the unit.

To unit Red wire with 3 amp fuse
Black wire 12 volt battery
Power connections for the X50 DS sonar unit (direct battery connection shown).
If possible, keep the power cable away from other boat wiring, especially the engine's wires. This will provide the best isolation from electrical noise. The power cable has two wires, red and black. Red is the positive lead, black is negative or ground. Make sure to attach the inline fuse holder to the red lead as close to the power source as possible. For example, if you have to extend the power cable to the battery or power buss, attach one end of the fuse holder directly to the battery or power buss. This will protect both the unit and the power cable in the event of a short. It uses a 3-amp fuse. Caution: Do not use this product without a 3-amp fuse wired into the power cable! Failure to use a 3-amp fuse will void your warranty. This unit has reverse polarity protection. No damage will occur if the power wires are reversed. However, the unit will not work until the wires are attached correctly. Mounting the Sonar Unit: In-Dash, Bracket or Portable You can install the sonar unit on the top of a dash with the supplied bracket. This unit can be installed in a dash with the optional FM-6 indash adapter kit. The FM-6 kit includes an instruction sheet, part 9880147-631, which contains a template for cutting out the mounting hole. This document can be downloaded free from the www.lowrance.com web site. 18
Bracket Installation Recommended tools for this job include: drill, 1" (25.4 mm) drill bit, screwdriver. Required supplies for this job include: high quality, marine grade above- or below-waterline caulking compound, three #10 stainless steel screws. Screw length and type should be suitable for the material on which you intend to mount the bracket. Mount the unit in any convenient location, provided there is clearance when its tilted for the best viewing angle. You should also make sure there is enough room behind the unit to attach the power/transducer cable. (See the following drawings, which show the dimensions of a gimbal-mounted X50 DS sonar unit.) Holes in the brackets base allow wood screw or through-bolt mounting. You may need to place a piece of plywood on the back side of thin panels to reinforce the panel and secure the mounting hardware.

107.5 [4.23] 82.7 [3.26]

156 [6.26]

12.09 [0.48]

Lowrance X50 DS.

1. PWR/CLEAR In this manual, the Power/Clear key is referred to as PWR. Press this key to turn the unit on and off. It also clears menus and menu selections from the screen. To clear a menu from the screen, press PWR. NOTE: Hold the PWR key down for five seconds to turn off the unit. 2. MENU UP & MENU DOWN These keys appear in the manual text as MENU UP or MENU DOWN. Most of the time, you can press either of the menu keys, so in those 27
cases, the text uses the word MENU. Usually, when the instructions say MENU, you can press the MENU UP key for consistency. The MENU UP key cycles forward through the menus. The MENU DOWN key moves backward through the menus. To check out the menus, repeatedly press a MENU key to scroll through them. 3. UP & DOWN ARROWS ( ) These Up and Down arrow keys are referred to as (DOWN) or (UP) in this manual. You will use these keys to adjust most features and functions on the X50 DS.

Memory

This unit has permanent memory that saves the following user settings when power is turned off: Units of Measure, Temp Size, Depth Size, Fish I.D. mode, Noise Reject mode, Range mode, Zoom, Sensitivity, Grayline, Chart Speed, Battery Alarm, Display Contrast, Backlight, Language, Fish Alarm, Battery Alarm and Shallow and Deep alarms. It does not require, nor does it use an internal backup battery, so you never have to worry about replacement batteries.
This unit's menus will guide you through its various functions and features. Menu names and settings appear in the manual as small capital letters like SENSITIVITY, which refers to the Sensitivity menu. The MENU keys access these features, allowing you to customize unit settings. To switch menus, press MENU repeatedly. Press PWR to clear menus from the screen.
The Backlight menu with backlight turned on.

Display

The lights will flash for about 10 seconds when the unit is turned on. The backlight menu will appear on the screen. Use the ARROW keys to turn the backlight on or off. Press PWR to clear the menu from the screen. The unit will show the Full Chart Page or mode. The Fish I.D. fish symbol feature is on by default. The depth range is displayed as the upper and lower limit on the left side of the screen. In the following figure, the screen shows a depth range from 0 to 80 feet and the bottom depth is 36.9 feet, shown by the digital sonar. The water temperature is 34.5 F.
Digital depth Water Temp Bottom signal Depth range at bottom of depth scale Surface signal Fish symbols Structure or cover Grayline

Opening screen, Full Chart page, or mode. The factory default setting has the Fish I.D. (fish symbols) turned on.

Full Chart

The unit's default page, Full Chart shows all echoes scrolling across the full screen. The bottom signal scrolls across the screen from right to left. The line at the top of the screen represents the surface. The bottom depth determined by the digital sonar shows in the upper left corner. If the transducer with a built-in temperature sensor is connected, a digital display for water temperature also will be shown. This temperature display can be turned on and off.
Digital depth Water Temp Bait fish Bottom signal Depth range at bottom of depth scale Surface clutter Structure or cover Fish arches Grayline
Full Chart page, showing digital depth (above) and temp (below). The Fish I.D. feature is turned off.

Depth Range

When turned on, the unit automatically adjusts the depth range according to water conditions. When in auto range mode, it always keeps the bottom displayed in the lower portion of the screen. You can override the automatic depth range control and manually select a depth range. To do this, repeatedly press MENU until the DEPTH RANGE menu appears. Press to select MANUAL, then press MENU UP to display the RANGE SIZE menu. Use the arrow keys to select a desired depth range. When you are finished, press PWR to clear the menu from the display. This unit has the following depth ranges: 10, 20, 40, 80, 150, 300, 600, 1000 and 2000 feet.
Depth Range menu with Manual setting selected (left). Range Size menu with 0-80 ft highlighted (right).
The zoom feature enlarges all images on the screen by doubling the size of the echoes (a 2X zoom). For example, if the current auto depth range is 0 to 60 feet, Zoom will show an enlarged view of the water column from 30 feet to 60 feet, always keeping the bottom in view. To zoom in the display, repeatedly press MENU until the ZOOM menu appears. Press to select ON, then press PWR to clear the menu.
Zoom feature turned off (left). Zoom turned on (right).
You can tell when the display is in Zoom mode when the top of the depth scale on the left of the screen no longer shows zero. For example, if the current range is 0 to 80 feet with zoom off, switching to zoom would enlarge the water column from 40 feet to 80 feet. The number 40 would appear at the top of the depth range scale. To turn off the zoom feature, repeatedly press MENU until the ZOOM menu appears. Press to select OFF, then press PWR to clear the menu. The top of the depth range scale returns to zero. NOTE: Using the Zoom command while in auto Zoom mode will always enlarge the echoes near the bottom, because auto Range always keeps the bottom displayed in the lower portion of the screen. When you choose to use the zoom feature while the unit is in manual Depth Range mode, you can select one of 17 pre-set Zoom Ranges. This lets you enlarge a desired segment of the water column. To do this, make sure Depth Range is set to manual mode. Next, repeatedly press MENU until the ZOOM menu appears. Press to select ON, then press MENU UP to display the ZOOM RANGE menu. Use the arrow keys to select a desired zoom size. When you are finished, press PWR to clear the menu from the display. 31

Enlarged fish arches

Zoom Range menu with the 40-80 foot zoom selected.
You can select from these zoom size ranges: 0-10, 5-15, 10-20, 15-30, 2040, 30-60, 40-80, 50-100, 75-150, 100-200, 150-300, 200-400, 300-600, 400-800, 500-1000, 750-1500 and 1000-2000.

Sensitivity

Sensitivity adjusts the way echoes will be displayed on the screen. If you want to see more detail, try increasing the sensitivity, a little at a time. There are situations when too much clutter appears on the screen. Decreasing the sensitivity can reduce the clutter and show the strongest fish echoes, if fish are present. As you change the sensitivity setting, you can see the difference on the chart as it scrolls.
Sensitivity set to manual mode (left). Sensitivity scroll bar (right).
You can change the sensitivity level whether you are in Auto Sensitivity mode or Manual Sensitivity mode. The adjustment method works the same in both modes, but gives you slightly different results.
To adjust sensitivity in Auto Mode: Repeatedly press MENU until the SENSITIVITY menu appears. Make sure sensitivity is set to Auto, then press MENU UP to access the sensitivity scroll bar. Press to increase the sensitivity, to decrease it. When it is set at the desired level, press PWR to clear the menu. If you reach the maximum or minimum sensitivity level, a tone sounds alerting you to the limits. To adjust sensitivity in Manual Mode: If you want to change the sensitivity in Manual Mode, turn off Auto Sensitivity. Repeatedly press MENU until the SENSITIVITY menu appears. Press to select MANUAL, then press MENU UP to access the sensitivity scroll bar. Press to increase sensitivity, to decrease it. When it is set at the desired level, press PWR to clear the menu.

Bait school

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fish arches Fig. 3 Fig. 4
These figures show results of different sensitivity levels on the same location. Fig. 1: Sensitivity at 98 percent, determined by Auto Sensitivity. Typical of full auto mode. Fig. 2: Sensitivity set at 71 percent. Fig. 3: Sensitivity set at 47 percent. Fig. 4: Sensitivity set at 100 percent.

Grayline

Grayline lets you distinguish between strong and weak echoes. It allows you to tell the difference between a hard and soft bottom. For example, a soft, muddy or weedy bottom returns a weaker signal which is shown with a narrow line or no gray line at all. A hard bottom returns a strong signal, which will be displayed as a wide gray line.

Frequency menu with 200 kHz selected.
To switch the Frequency, repeatedly press MENU until the Frequency menu appears. Press to select 200 KHZ or press to choose 83 KHZ. Press PWR to clear the Frequency menu from the screen.

Fish I.D.

The Fish I.D. feature displays as fish targets that meet certain conditions. The microcomputer analyzes all echoes and eliminates surface clutter, thermoclines and other undesirable signals. 36
The Fish I.D. feature displays symbols on the screen in place of the actual fish echoes. There are three symbol sizes: small, medium and large. These show the relative size between targets. In other words, it displays a small fish symbol when it thinks a target is a small fish, a medium fish symbol on a larger target and so forth. Fish I.D. is an easier way for a sonar novice to recognize a fish signal return when he sees it. But, locating fish by symbol only does have some limitations. Your sonar unit's microcomputer is sophisticated, but it can be fooled. It can not distinguish between fish and other suspended objects such as trotlines, turtles, submerged floats, air bubbles, etc. Individual tree limbs extending outward from a group of limbs are the hardest objects for the Fish I.D. feature to distinguish from fish.

Fish arches

Fish I.D. symbols
Underwater scene in normal fish arch mode (left). Fish I.D. menu with the feature turned on (right).
To see what is under your boat in maximum detail, we recommend you turn off Fish I.D. and begin learning to interpret fish arches. You may see Fish I.D. symbols on the screen when actually, there are no fish. The reverse is also true Fish I.D. can actually miss fish that are present. Does that mean Fish I.D. is broken? No the feature is interpreting sonar returns in a specific way to help take some of the work out of reading the screen. Remember: Fish I.D. is one of the many tools we provide so you can analyze your sonar returns for maximum fish finding information. This and other features can help you "see" beneath the boat under varied water and fishing conditions. So, practice with the unit in both the Fish I.D. mode and without to become more familiar with the feature. This unit's default Fish I.D. setting is on. Fish I.D. is most handy when you are in another part of the boat or performing some task that prevents you from watching the sonar screen. Then, you can turn on Fish I.D. and the audible fish alarm. When that lunker swims under your boat, you will hear it! 37
Fish I.D. can also be useful when you want to screen out some of the sonar detail gathered by your unit. For example, it can help cut through the clutter of suspended bubbles caused by wave action or boat wakes. To turn Fish I.D. off, repeatedly press MENU until the FISH ID menu appears. Press to select OFF, then press PWR. To turn it back on, repeat the above steps, but press to select ON.

FishTrack

The FishTrack feature shows the depth of a fish symbol when it appears on the display. To turn it on, repeatedly press MENU until the FISH ID menu appears. Press to select TRACK ON, then press PWR. To turn it off, repeat the steps above, but press to select OFF. If you want to turn off FishTrack depths but leave Fish I.D. on, press to select ON, then press PWR. Remember, Fish I.D. must be on in order to use the FishTrack feature.
Fish I.D. symbols showing FishTrack depth indicator
Fish ID menu and symbol with FishTrack on. The fish is 44 feet deep.

Alarms

The sonar unit has four types of alarms: fish, shallow, deep and battery.

Fish Alarm

The Fish Alarm sounds a tone when a fish symbol appears on the screen. The Fish I.D. feature must be turned on for fish alarms to work. To turn on Fish I.D., repeatedly press MENU until the FISH ID menu appears. Press to select ON, then press PWR. Repeatedly press MENU until the FISH ALARM menu appears. Press to select ON, then press PWR. To turn off fish alarm repeatedly press MENU until the FISH ALARM menu appears. Press to select OFF, then press PWR to clear the menu.

Fish Alarm menu.

Depth Alarms
The depth alarms are triggered only by the bottom signal. No other echoes will activate these alarms. The depth alarms consist of a shallow and a deep alarm. The shallow alarm sounds an alarm tone when the bottom goes shallower than the alarm's setting. The deep alarm sounds a tone when the bottom goes deeper than its setting. Both alarms adjust the same way, although through different menus.

Shallow Alarm

To set the shallow alarm depth, repeatedly press MENU until SHALLOW ALARM appears.
Shallow Alarm menu (left). Shallow Alarm Value Dialog box (right).
Press to SET VALUE. The Shallow Alarm Value dialog box will appear. Use to enter the first number in the dialog box, then press MENU DOWN to move to the next digit. Repeat those steps until the desired depth has been entered in the dialog box. To move the cursor back to 39
any of the previously entered numbers, press MENU UP. Press PWR to return to the Shallow Alarm menu. Use to select ON, which will turn on the alarm, then press PWR to clear the menu. When the bottom depth becomes more shallow than the alarms setting, an alarm will sound and a message will appear on the screen. Press PWR to silence the alarm. It will remain silent until it is triggered again. To turn off the alarm, repeatedly press MENU until the SHALLOW ALARM menu appears. Press to OFF, then press PWR to clear the menu.

Deep Alarm

To set the deep alarm depth, repeatedly press MENU until DEEP ALARM appears.

Deep Alarm menu (left). Deep Alarm dialog box (right).
Press the to SET VALUE. The Deep Alarm Value dialog box will appear. Use to enter the first number in the dialog box, then press MENU DOWN to move to the next digit. Repeat those steps until the desired depth has been entered in the dialog box. To move the cursor back to any of the previously entered numbers, press MENU UP. Press PWR to return to the Deep Alarm menu. Press to select ON, which will turn on the alarm, then press PWR to clear the menu. When the bottom depth becomes deeper than the alarms setting, an alarm will sound and a message will appear on the screen.

Battery Alarm

To set the battery alarm depth, repeatedly press MENU until BATTERY ALARM appears.
Battery Alarm menu (left). Low Battery Alarm Value (right).
Press the to SET VALUE. The Low Battery Alarm Value dialog box will appear. Input a voltage value between 7 and 18 volts. Use the keys to enter the first number in the dialog box, then press MENU DOWN to move to the next digit. Repeat those steps until the desired value has been entered in the dialog box. To move the cursor back to any of the previously entered numbers, press MENU UP. Press PWR to return to the Battery Alarm menu. Use to select ON, which will turn on the alarm, then press PWR to clear the menu. If the voltage value falls below the alarms setting, the alarm will sound and a message will appear on the screen.

Noise Rejection and ASP

The ASP (Advanced Signal Processing) feature is a noise rejection system built into the sonar unit. It constantly evaluates the effects of boat speed, water conditions and electrical interference and automatically gives you the best display possible under most conditions. ASP is an effective tool in combating noise. In sonar terms, noise is any undesired signal. It is caused by electrical and mechanical sources such as bilge pumps, engine ignition systems, wiring, air bubbles passing over the face of the transducer and even vibration from the engine. In all cases, noise can produce unwanted marks on the display.

Noise Rejection menu.

The ASP noise rejection feature is especially useful because, typically, it lets you operate the boat at all speeds without adjusting the sensitivity or other controls. The ASP feature has three settings Off, Low and High. When first turned on, noise rejection is set on low. If you have high noise levels, try using the high ASP setting. If, however, you are having trouble with noise, we suggest you take steps to find the interference source and fix it, rather than continually using the unit with the high ASP setting. There are times when you may want to turn off ASP. This allows you to view all incoming echoes before they are processed by the ASP feature. To change the ASP setting, repeatedly press MENU until the NOISE REJECTION menu appears. Use to select the desired setting, then press PWR to clear the menu.

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Product Catalog

www.lowrance.com A Navico brand Leader in Marine Electronics

Contents

Introducing

High Definition System

Lowrance HDS Features HDS Fishfinders/Chartplotters HDS Chartplotters High Definition Digital Radar Legendary Fishfinders IceMachine VHF Marine Radios Networking & Digital Gauges Transducers Outdoor GPS Navigation Cartography Specifications About Navico 4-7 8-13 14-17 18-19 20-24-27 28-33 34-35 38-39 40-41 42-45 46-47
Welcome to the new world of functional advancements in marine electronics.
Lowrance HDS (High-Definition System): the new, advanced series of multi-function displays that are a revolutionary step forward in fishfinding and navigation-electronics innovation. They combine the legendary, best-in-class Lowrance technology, fully integrated weather and radar solutions and an attractive case design that is more convenient to install. Plus, a new easier-to-use operating system simplifies access to frequently used, and the most advanced, features to enhance your pleasure and success.

It Started in 1957

Thats when Lowrance introduced the worlds first transistorized and portable sportfishing sonar the legendary Fish Lo-K-Tor, known by delighted anglers everywhere as the Little Green Box. Incredibly innovative for the time and spawning a whole industry, it was bestowed an Anglers Legacy Innovation Award by the American Sportfishing Association in 2008 as one of the top 10 products that changed the way people fish over the past 75 years. Lowrance again presents a revolutionary approach in marine electronics with the introduction of HDS in 2009.

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Lowrance HDS Features
Fantastic High-Definition Mapping
Only Lowrance offers a stunning new world of cartography options that go to greater depths, and heights, in dimensional GPS navigation reference and guidance.
The Most Revolutionary Finders Since The Little Green Box
HDS Highest-Definition Broadband Fishfinding
Incredible and award-winning, exclusive Broadband Sounder digital technology 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.
NEW Insight USA A Charting Revolution in Detail and Resolution
Insight delivers unprecedented inland mapping and coastal charting detail with lightning-fast screen display updates. Amazing contour shading lends life-like perspectives to bottom structure as well as topography. HDS Insight mapping choices include: NEW Lake Insight U.S. inland mapping (for HDS-5) includes nearly 5,000 freshwater lake maps with life-like perspective of bottom structure and topography. Coverage includes the Great Lakes and more than 500 Fishing Hot Spots Lakes a $400 value! NEW Nautic Insight (for HDS-5) offers a superior like-like view of coastal bottom structure with detailed coastal and offshore depth contours, plus nav aids, for the entire U.S. coastline. NEW Insight USA (for HDS-7, -8 and -10 models) combines inland and coastal coverage ares of Lake Insight and Nautic Insight.

B U I L T - I N

BROADBAND SOUNDER

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

HDS-5m with Nautic Insight
This specially-ruggedized edition makes a perfect fit for tighter, off-highway vehicle interiors. Compatible with the new LGC-4000 external GPS antenna and high-detail Lowrance FreedomMaps EX topo mapping options.
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NMEA 2000 & Fuel Management Ethernetworks FreedomMaps
High-Definition Digital Radar
Advanced Lowrance digital signal processing in high-definition radome choices for HDS. Fast, detailed radar detection of even small and distant targets with superb accuracy in dark, fog and rain alike. Compact, dependable and high-performance, both network with Ethernetworks for onboard radar display sharing. Digital Radome Features
Radar/Chart Overlay. Interfaces charts and radar detail in a single, detail-rich display when coupled with an optional, compatible NMEA 2000 heading sensor. Clearest Viewing. Automatic Tune, Gain and Sea Clutter adjustment. Smart STC. Digital Sensitivity Time Control curves reject clutter with setting of return strength/distance thresholds. Color Recognition. Color palette choices for improved target distinction based on viewing conditions.

LRA-1800 Radome

2 kW, 18/46 cm scanner w/2 kW processor 5.2 horizontal beamwidth, 25 vertical beamwidth Up to 24 nm range LRA-1800

NEW LRA-2400 Radome

4 kW, 24/61 cm scanner w/2 kW processor 4 horizontal beamwidth, 25 vertical beamwidth Up to 48 nm range LRA-2400
HDS high-definition radar display.
Radar chart overlay display.
Simrad NMEA 2000 heading sensor options to activate radar/chart overlay display. FC40 Fluxgate Compass, includes 5M SimNet NMEA 2000 cable
Model LRA-1800 for HDS LRA-2400 for HDS

Part 102-38 102-39

FC42 Rate Gyro Fluxgate Compass, includes 5M SimNet NMEA 2000 cable Required for both compasses above: SimNet NMEA 2000 cable to Micro-C male Yellow SimNet Joiner without Terminator Lowrance N2K-T-RD NMEA 2000 T-connector

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Radar range depends on fog, rain and other atmospheric conditions.

Legendary Fishfinders

Find fish like a pro when you have a real performance edge with these legendary Lowrance fishfinders. Packed with Exclusive and Legendary Lowrance Fish-Finding Features:
Astounding LCD screen visibility in the brightest sunlight with monochrome FSTN and daylight color TFT displays Super-sensitivity receiver design enhances fish target acquisition and separation High-speed 200kHz Skimmer transducer with built-in temp sensor and up to 60 of wide-scan fish detection GRAYLINE or COLORLINE feature vastly improves target definition and defines bottom composition FishReveal enhanced display feature exposes fish targets hidden in cover and clutter (monochrome models) Adjustable Ping Speed with HyperScroll for high-speed sounding FlashGraf combines scrolling sonar graph with LCD flasher for two ways of finding fish in one screen display FasTrack vertical bar flasher feature shows real-time returns and strength of echos ASP Advanced Signal Processing features automatic sensitivity adjustments for the best, clutter-free picture possible Full one-year warranty

Network with NMEA 2000

XkHz Fishfinder
X136 df 50/200 kHz Fishfinder
The dual-frequency coastal/Great Lakes model of the X135 for deeper salt water or downrigger tracking. High-detail 5/12.7 cm diag. Film SuperTwist display with 16-level grayscale definition and sharp 480x480 pixel resolution is perfectly sunlight-readable Advanced white LED backlit screen and keypad 4,000W peak-to-peak power/500W RMS, depths to 2,500/762 m @ 50 kHz High-speed dual-frequency 50/200kHz Skimmer transducer with built-in temp sensor Speed/distance sensor aids in precision trolling NMEA 2000 network connectivity

Color Compacts

X67c Fishfinder with New, Brighter Color Viewing
Enjoy dazzling 256-color fishfinder performance with incredible visibility in sunlight, now enhanced with a brighter screen, at an attractive price! New 3.5/8.9 cm diag. 320Vx240H pixel, active matrix TFT display for exceptional sonar detail is now even more visible in sunlight White LED backlit screen and keypad 800W peak-to-peak power/100W RMS, depths to 600/183 m

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VHF Marine Radios

For safetys sake, get in touch with the unbeatable quality, features, price and especially, the dependability of Lowrance VHF marine communications.

LVR-880

LVR-250
LVR-880 DSC VHF+FM Fixed-Mount Marine Radio
The first with an FM and NMEA 2000 interface for Track-YourBuddy. Plus other premium features in an exceptional 25W/1W DSC marine radio. Select Features VHF plus stereo FM radio receiver with powerful dual audio amps Dual NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 DSC integration Exclusive Track-Your-Buddy feature connects DSC hi-res position polling to Lowrance NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 chartplotters to show the location of up to three boating friends on the GPS chart display GREAT CIRCLE NAVIGATION to WAYPOINT with data transfer capability to chartplotters 200 waypoints with up to six character alpha/numeric naming Full Class D or SC-101 automatic distress operation transmits/ receives hi-res vessel position and group calls via NMEA 0183/ NMEA 2000 output to chartplotters Channel naming Dual weather alert systems provide S.A.M.E. for county-to-county monitoring and standard NOAA Wx 1050Hz tone alert Immediate GPS boat position and time when connected to a compatible GPS chartplotter Simplified intercom with talkback plus built-in 22W hailer-horn Extra-large and bright custom full-matrix FSTN screen with lat/lon position display without scrolling Large 2.24 (57 mm) speaker for great audio output when running at high speed Six tactile microphone keys with WX key, powerful speaker and easy left- or right-handed control Rotary Channel control with press-to-enter Three favorite channel mode with scan Instant GO and MOB key 3W external speaker jack Case and microphone fully waterproof (JIS 7 submersible) All available USA, Canadian, International and 10 weather marine channels with channel naming (country specific) Flush mount kit and dust cover included

Whats Track-Your-Buddy?

This special function is for safety, teamwork, convenience, and even just for fun. Its a great feature that allows you to connect your VHF DSC position polling with chartplotter to show the location of up to three boating friends on the chart display. Its also easy to set up: You need a Lowrance LVR-880 fixed mount (or LHR-80 handheld) VHF, the MMSI number of your buddies VHF DSC radios and a Lowrance HDS GPS chartplotter. Your VHF will regularly poll your buddies positions and the chartplotter will regularly update their locations by MMSI number on your screen. Track-Your-Buddy is a truly great aid in locational awareness of your friends in a group boating excursion.
LVR-250 DSC VHF Fixed-Mount Marine Radio
Solid reliability and attractive features without the high price in a high-quality 25W/1W fixed-mount VHF marine radio with DSC. Select Features Full DSC Class D/SC-101 automatic distress operation with hi-res position polling and group calling via NMEA 0183 output to chartplotters Immediate GPS boat position and time when connected to a compatible GPS chartplotter Large, clear FSTN screen with lat/lon position display without scrolling Channel naming Weather alert Six tactile microphone keys with WX key, powerful speaker and easy left- or right-handed control Rotary Channel control with press-to-enter Super-large 16/9 calling channel key Three favorite channel mode with scan Local/Distant feature eliminates interference Selectable Dual and TriWatch modes 3W external speaker and GPS interface jacks Case and microphone fully waterproof (JIS 7 submersible) All available USA, Canadian, International and 10 weather marine channels with channel naming Flush mount kit and dust cover included

LMF-400

2.5/6.4 cm 132x132 pixel Film SuperTwist 4-level grayscale display with superb viewing in direct sunlight Advanced white LED screen backlighting Sealed and waterproof to IPX-7 Fits standard 3-3/8 (86 mm) dia. hole

LMF-200

1.4/3.6 cm 65x65 pixel Film SuperTwist 4-level grayscale display with superb viewing in direct sunlight Advanced white LED screen backlighting Sealed and waterproof to IPX-7 Fits standard 2-1/8 (55 mm) dia. hole
Networking & Digital Gauges Ethernetworks
Advanced, plug-and-play and high-speed ethernet networking, with a choice of performance module options to take you to the next level of fishing success.
NEW LWX-1 SIRIUS Satellite Weather/Radio Antenna Module
See the best current and future weather in real-time and in high-resolution on the HDS display. Enjoy sports and music in high quality digital stereo. All in a complete, surprisingly and affordable smart antenna module package. Compatible with all HDS chartplotter-equipped models via ethernet for weather display with complete control Attractive, compact and weatherproof antenna design for easy flush-mounting to boat deck, with pedestal- or pole-mounting versatility Plug-and-play ethernet connection outputs weather to one or more HDS displays, with 3.5 mm stereo audio jack interfaces to onboard sound system Internal memory saves last weather/environmental data up to 30 minutes during power interruption or power off during refueling Exclusive new SIRIUS U.S. Inland or Coastal boating subscription choices for HDS users Current and historical NOWRad animated weather radar data, including lightning, overlays charts in high-detail, including all optional Navionics choices Latest weather forecasting with five-day tabular weather feed for major U.S. cities Custom, economical SIRIUS Inland weather subscription includes weather radar, lightning, and storm attributes coverage up to 160 miles SIRIUS Coastal weather subscriptions includes the full suite of weather, sea and atmospheric conditions SIRIUS radio subscription offers over 120 crystal-clear channels, including NASCAR, NFL and college football broadcasts
LBS-1 Broadband Sounder Module
Making the best sonar even better, Broadband marks fish targets in, around and through structure, while operating at high speeds in challenging conditions, perfect for sounding shallows to extraordinary depths. For use with a single unit, or networked with compatible Lowrance models using the NEP-1 Expansion Port, Lowrance Broadband Sounder also converts any compatible chartplotter into a fishfinder/GPS chartplotter combo. Phenomenal separation of fish targets from structure, baitfish, thermoclines, clutter and bottom Improved underwater fish-holding structure identification; channels, rock piles, stump beds, submerged standing timber, drop-offs and more Compatible with all 2007 and later LCX, LMS, X and GlobalMap Lowrance models Connects to any existing Lowrance transducer: Skimmer, pod, shoot-thru and bolt-thru hull Automatic operation at any frequency selected: 50, 83 and 200 kHz Tested sounding depths to 5,000 / 1,525 m

NEP-1 Ethernet Expansion Port
A plug-and-play hub for high-speed data-sharing of multiple HDS, LCX, LMS and GlobalMap products across the onboard network. Waterproof expansion ports resist corrosive marine environments. Unused expansion ports capped for future expansion. Robust 100-megabit switch for high-speed data transfer Compatible with all Lowrance HDS models, plus 2007 and later LCX, LMS, X and GlobalMap Lowrance models with yellow 5-pin ethernet connector Transmits sonar graphing display/control on GlobalMap and HDS chartplotters when networked with sonarequipped Lowrance units Rugged and fully waterproof to IPX-7 Connectivity for up to four compatible head units per expansion module Links with other Expansion Port-1 modules for added/ future expansion

+12V GPS

SIRIUS animated weather radar with wind direction
SIRIUS radio combined with mapping and sonar display

(Optional)

SIRIUS +12V +12V Navico Expansion Port
ETHERNETWORKS NMEA 2000 XDCR
SIRIUS sea conditions with wave data
SIRIUS inland weather data with wind direction
SIRIUS inland radar with weather watchbox
Networking & Digital Gauges In-Dash Digital Gauges

LCF-1440 LCD Flasher

Enjoy real-time fishfinder performance with this feature-rich, easy-to-use LCD flasher. Features convenient in-dash fit, crisp glare-free viewing, high-speed operation, solid Lowrance reliability and a great low price. 200 kHz Skimmer transom-mount transducer with built-in temp sensor with up to 60 fish detection coverage 800 w peak-to-peak / 100 w RMS; depths to 600 / 183 m Auto and manual depth ranges: 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, 320 and 640 feet Automatic Advanced Signal Processing (ASP) operation Fits standard 3-3/8 (86 mm) diameter hole

LCF-1440

LST-3800 Digital Depth/Temp
Reliability, accuracy and simplified operation mark this digital depth gauge with water temp readings. Ideal for inland and in-shore coastal boats. High-contrast dot matrix display with advanced white LED backlighting 200 kHz Skimmer transom-mount transducer with built-in temp sensor Depths to 700 / 213 m Shallow and deep depth alarms Temp readings to nearest 0.1 F Fits standard 2-1/8 (55 mm) diameter hole

Easily adjusts to hull deadrise angles up to 22 to ensure the beam is correctly oriented for accurate depth readings. The base is bonded to the hull and filled with liquid, and the transducer then attaches to the base with a twist lock. The sound waves travel more efficiently though the liquid, giving the best possible performance.
P319 Thru-Hull 50/200 kHz, 600W RMS
Features a 50/200 kHz, dualfrequency, single-ceramic element in a low-profile housing. Plastic, bronze or stainless steel models are available to accommodate all hull types with a flush design that minimizes drag.
M260 In-Hull 50/200 kHz, 1kW RMS
A high performance model for 300 W-1 kW echosounders with separate 50 kHz and 200 kHz elements for excellent deep-water performance and exceptional bottom and water column detail. Designed for bow stern or port starboard in-hull mounting, the narrow beam provides crisp image detail especially suited for fishing shelves, intricate bottom structures and wrecks with precise readings even at boat speeds above 20 knots.

200 kHz Skimmer

The choice for inland freshwater and in-shore coastal saltwater angling. Built-in temp sensor and up to 120 of wide fish detection coverage with the added 83 kHz operation feature when used with HDS models. Also used for shoot-thru sounding (without temp readings) on fiberglass hulls with proper installation.

200 kHz Skimmer Portable

For go-anywhere portability, and a handy option for the IceMachine portable, with easy-mounting suction cup bracket. Built-in temp sensor and up to same 120 coverage with HDS sounder connection. Not for high-speed use.
B164 Thru-Hull 50/200 kHz, 1kW RMS Versatile 200 kHz Pod Transducers
Expanded underwater coverage with the versatility of trolling motor mount, or shoot-thru operation on solid fiberglass hulls. Contour curve top and slot for hose clamp simplifies motor-mounting. Available with or without built-in temp sensor, all deliver wider fish detection coverage with high-sensitivity settings. Visit www.lei-extras.com for transducer options for your Lowrance fishfinder. Tilted Element technology lets you step up to higher 1kW power without a fairing. Flush mounted with less than 6.35 mm (0.25) hull exposure, it can sit on trailer rollers and bunks with no damage at all. Perfect for fast, trailered tournament sport fishing vessels who cannot have a high-performance fairing, the internal tilted ceramic array focuses the perfect vertical beam with maximum energy directly below your boat.

Lowrance gives a greater dimension in charting selections for all HDS chartplotters with full Navionics compatibility the worlds largest and most experienced provider in worldwide electronic marine cartography. Platinum+ The most advanced technology and best imaging available in multi-dimensional charts provide complete coast pilot, high-resolution top-down photo/chart overlay, full-view panoramic pictures, improved 3D view and high-definition fishing detail included on the same chartchip. www.navionics.com for more. Platinum The first and most award-winning multi-dimensional electronic charts for chartplotters, each provide a whole new perspective for navigation with complete coastal pilots and satellite imagery overlays and 3D view and panoramic pictures, plus free high-definition fishing detail is now included. www.navionics.com for more. HotMaps Platinum Lake Maps The new 2009 edition features over 700 exclusive high-definition U.S. lake maps to 1-foot contours of select lakes from Navionics own 3D surveys. Includes 3D view, top-down imagery, panoramic photos, plus over 14,000 lake maps with structure, major roads, county lines and more, in a choice of 15 regions. www.navionics.com for more. Gold and Platinum Charts Powered by TurboView As embedded software in all Lowrance HDS chartplotter models, TurboView greatly enhances the display of all Navionics Gold and Platinum chartcards for supreme situational awareness. The result is seamless zooming and with Platinum transition between 2D and 3D modes, improved shadowing for greater depth perception, real-time overlay of nav data on 3D contour profiles, and a special FlyThru feature that integrates high-speed chart panning and zooming with photography for a new and helpful boater perspective.
Navionics chart/mapping compatibility with free HDS software upgrade in Q1 2009.

Navionics

Lowrance
Excellence in coverage, detail and choices with amazing affordability, for inland land and water to comprehensive coastal coverages.
Inland Land FreedomMaps USA EX
Expanded coverage on high-capacity SD memory cards for the whole USA. Features over 3,000 lakes with depth contours. Plus topo detail including elevations and hunting databases, cities/highways/ landmarks, searchable Points-of-Interests and much more. Great detail and each a great deal in a choice of five broad geographic regions. F101EX-N - MT, WY, ND, SD, NE, MN, IA, MI, WI, IL, IN F102EX-E - ME, VT, NH, MA, NY, CT, NJ, PA, DE, RI, MD, WV, OH, VA, KY, TN, NC, SC, GA, AL, FL F103EX-S - AZ, NM, CO, KS, OK, TX, MO, AR, LA, MS F104EX-W - CA, NV, UT, ID, OR, WA F105EX-A&H - AK, HI

Detail-rich marine charting, preloaded on SD memory card for your Lowrance GPS, for one amazing low price. NauticPath USA Coastal delivers incredible, object-oriented detail with shaded depth contours, intertidal zones, spot soundings, wrecks, nav aids, port plans, restricted areas, anchorages, lights, tides currents, expansive chart information (number, name, scale, etc.) and other navigation features. Just one card gives you expansive electronic chart coverage of the East, West, Gulf, Hawaii, and Alaska coasts, the Great Lakes, plus the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands - all with the appearance of paper charts with seamless vector graphics. All this without unlock codes or added costs makes Lowrance NauticPath coastal electronic charts an unequalled marine cartography value!
Inland Waters LakeMaster ProMaps
A decided favorite for Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin boaters and anglers with incredibly detailed, expanded-coverage lake maps of popular fishing destinations. Along with thousands of lakes and ponds, and hundreds with depth contours, all ProMaps cards feature high-detail LakeMaster surveyed lakes with 1-3 depth contours. Plus, exclusive Lowrance MapCreate cartography is included for excellent city/roads/surface detail, plus thousands of searchable Points-of-Interests. LKPM-MI - Over 18,000 lakes, bays, rivers and ponds; 800+ lakes with depth contours, with 49 lakes featuring high-definition LakeMaster depth contour surveys. Plus 96 lakes in IL, IN, OH and WI. LKPM-MN - Over 750 lakes; 79 lakes with the LakeMaster high-detail lake surveys. Includes WI, MI, IA, SD and ND waters. LKPM-WI - 100 lakes with LakeMaster depth contour surveys, plus over 390 featuring standard depth contour intervals. Includes lakes in MI, IL and MN.
Coastal NauticPath International
When going global, you can experience the same high-level NauticPath offshore/coastal navigational electronic chart detail and information, with worldwide coverage choices, at an affordable price point compared to any other. Each NauticPath International choice is preloaded on SD memory card for plug-and-play convenience with your compatible Lowrance GPS. For exhibits on individual chartcard coverage areas, visit the Mapping area of the Lowrance website.
Cartography Options All Navionics charts LKPM-MI LakeMaster ProMaps Michigan LKPM-MN LakeMaster ProMaps Minnesota
Inland Land FreedomMaps Canada EX
Superbly-detailed electronic Canadian mapping with land-based topo data coverage for virtually all provinces and territories. Each SD memory card features world class map data from DMTI Spatial, with cities towns, highways, city rural roads, railways, rivers, streams, lakes-ponds, detailed shorelines, province municipality boundaries, topographical contours, plus searchable Points-of-Interests, and much more. F110EX-NC - Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon Territory, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Newfoundland, Labrador and Hudson Bay. F111EX-WC - British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon NT and Nunavut, Great Slave Lake, Lake Superior, Hudson Bay, plus Seattle and Spokane coverage. F112EX-EC - Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Newfoundland, Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Hudson Bay and all Great Lakes, plus Milwaukee, Chicago, Toledo, Detroit, Cleveland, Buffalo and Syracuse.

NP-USA NauticPath USA Coastal NP-Caribbean NP-Central America/West NP-South America NP-Europe West NP-Europe North NP-Mediterranean NP-Africa/MiddleEast/India NP-SEAsia/PacificIsland NP-Australia/NewZealand NP-Japan/East Asia

Specifications

HDS Other Fishfinder Detail
5 Diag. (12.7 cm) Film SuperTwist 480V x 480H (230,400 pixels) White LED Screen - Keypad 4,000 Watts Peak-to-Peak (500 Watts RMS) 200 kHz To 1,000 (305 m) w/200 kHz Standard (w/select transducers) GRAYLINE, ASP, SplitScreen Zoom, HyperScroll, FishReveal, NMEA 2000 Deep/Shallow/ Fish/Zone Optional 6.9 W (17.6 cm) 5.4 H (13.8 cm) 3.4 D (8.6 cm)
HDS-10 Display Resolution Backlighting Power Operating Frequency Depth Capability Operating Voltage GPS Receiver/ Antenna Waypoint Management Communication Languages Memory Card Slots
10.4 Diag. (26.4 cm) 16-bit color SolarMAX PLUS TFT Super VGA 600V x 800H pixels Pure white LED screen/ keypad adjusts to zero dim 250W/32W RMS actual; 30,000W/3,750W RMS analog equivalent 50/200 kHz or 83/200 kHz To 5,000 (1,524 m) Based on transducer* 10-17V DC Internal high-sensitvity 16-channel GPS + WAAS+ EGNOS+ MSAS 5,000 waypoints, 200 routes, 10 trails up to 12,000 points each; specific icons for navigation and fishing NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, Lowrance Ethernetworks compatible English, Spanish, French Portuguese Two (2) SD/MMC slots for cartography, or recording sonar and navigation data 8.85 H (22.5 cm) 12.28 W (31.2 cm) 3.63 D (9.2 cm) Sealed and waterproof, suitable for saltwater use
8.4 Diag. (21.3 cm) 16-bit color SolarMAX PLUS TFT Super VGA 600V x 800H pixels Pure white LED screen/ keypad adjusts to zero dim 250W/32W RMS actual; 30,000W/3,750W RMS analog equivalent 50/200 kHz or 83/200 kHz To 5,000 (1,524 m) Based on transducer* 10-17V DC Internal high-sensitvity 16-channel GPS + WAAS+ EGNOS+ MSAS 5,000 waypoints, 200 routes, 10 trails up to 12,000 points each; specific icons for navigation and fishing NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, Lowrance Ethernetworks compatible English, Spanish, French Portuguese Two (2) SD/MMC slots for cartography, or recording sonar and navigation data 7.76 H (19.7 cm) 10.59 W (26.9 cm) 3.68 D (9.4 cm) Sealed and waterproof, suitable for saltwater use

HDS-7m

6.4 (16.3 cm) 16-bit color SolarMAX PLUS TFT Full VGA 480V x 640H pixels Pure white LED screen/ keypad adjusts to zero dim 10-17V DC Internal high-sensitivity 16-channel GPS +WAAS+ EGNOS+ MSAS 5,000 waypoints, 200 routes, 10 trails up to 12,000 points each; specific icons for navigation and fishing NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, Lowrance Ethernetworks compatible English, Spanish, French Portuguese One (1) SD/MMC slots for cartography, or recording sonar and navigation data 6.46 H (16.4 cm) 8.78 W (22.3 cm) 3.46 D (8.8 cm) Sealed and waterproof, suitable for saltwater use

HDS-5m

5 (12.7 cm) 16-bit color SolarMAX PLUS TFT High contrast 480V x 480H pixels Fluorescent cold cathode adjustable screen/keypad 10-17V DC Internal high-sensitivity 16-channel GPS +WAAS+ EGNOS+ MSAS 5,000 waypoints, 200 routes, 10 trails up to 12,000 points each; specific icons for navigation and fishing NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, Lowrance Ethernetworks compatible English, Spanish, French Portuguese One (1) SD/MMC slots for cartography, or recording sonar and navigation data 5.72 H (14.5 cm) 7.24 W (18.4 cm) 3.46 D (8.8 cm) Sealed and waterproof, suitable for saltwater use

HDS-5 Baja

Display Resolution Backlighting Operating Voltage GPS Receiver/ Antenna Waypoint Management Communication Languages Memory Card Slots Case Size
10.4 (26.4 cm) 16-bit color SolarMAX PLUS TFT Super VGA 600V x 800H pixels Pure white LED screen/ keypad adjusts to zero dim 10-17V DC Internal high-sensitivity 16-channel GPS +WAAS+ EGNOS+ MSAS 5,000 waypoints, 200 routes, 10 trails up to 12,000 points each; specific icons for navigation and fishing NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, Lowrance Ethernetworks compatible English, Spanish, French Portuguese Two (2) SD/MMC slots for cartography, or recording sonar and navigation data 8.85 H (22.5 cm) 12.28 W (31.2 cm) 3.63 D (9.2 cm) Sealed and waterproof, suitable for saltwater use
* Actual depth capabilities depend on transducer configuration and installation, bottom composition and water conditions. All sonar units typically read deeper in fresh water than salt water.

LRA-1800

Type Size/Weight Output Power Max. Range Scale Beamwidth (H/V) Voltage Required Rotation Speed
Radome 18 in. (45 cm)/ 9 lbs. (4.2 kg) 2 kW 24 nm 5.2/25 10.8 15.6 vDC 27 RPM

LRA-2400

Radome 24 in. (60 cm)/ 22 lbs. (10 kg) 4 kW 48 nm 4/25 10.vDC 27 RPM
** Specifications are subject to change without notice

About Navico

Navico is the parent company to five leading marine electronics brands: B&G, Eagle, Lowrance, Northstar and Simrad. Navico has approximately 2,500 employees globally and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway. The company has development and manufacturing facilities in the USA, Mexico, the UK, Norway and New Zealand.

NAVICO AMERICAS

Corporate Headquarters 12000 East Skelly Drive Tulsa, OK 74128-2486 USA 918.437.6881 Canada Service Center 919 Matheson Blvd. East Mississauga, Ontario CANADA L4W 2R7 905.629.1614 www.lowrance.com

Customer Service:

Weekdays: 800.324.1356 (continental USA) 800.661.3983 (Canada) Anytime: www.lowrance.com/support
Self-service product answers and services

Parts/Accessories:

Weekdays: 800.324.1356 (continental USA) 800.661.3983 (Canada) Anytime: www.lei-extras.com
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