Garmin launches compact fishfinders
New models ideal for kayaks and smaller boats from $249Garmin says its new echo dv fishfinders deliver near photographic views of structures and fish, and they are ideal for mounting on small fishing boats and kayaks.
Comprising four models – echo 551dv, echo 301dv, echo 201dv and echo 151dv – the high-resolution echo dv series includes an all-in-one transducer for 77/200kHz Garmin HD-ID sonar and DownVü scanning sonar, which can be displayed simultaneously on a horizontally-split or vertically-split screen.
The echo dv series provides underwater definition in shallow and deep, freshwater or saltwater, we're told, with remarkable below-the-boat views of bottom structure such as rocks, vegetation and drop-offs, as well as thermoclines, baitfish and target fish. DownVü’s finer, concentrated sonar signal not only allows users to see bottom structure more clearly, but helps anglers recognise variations in weed growth and bottom composition/hardness.
Smooth Scaling provides smooth transitions from shallow to deep water and back again, while narrow-to-wide viewing cone angles provide a big picture well beyond the sides of the boat. Sonar Rewind also allows anglers to scroll back into sonar history to pinpoint fishing hotspots.
Featuring a 12.7cm (5") colour display for excellent viewing in all light conditions and from all angles, the echo 551dv delivers fishfinding performance down to 700m. The echo 301dv (8.9cm/3.5” colour) and echo 201dv (12.7cm/5" grayscale), each with 2400W peak-to-peak power, have a maximum depth range of around 530m, while the echo 151dv (10.7cm/4" grayscale) can reach depths to 485m with its 1600W peak-to-peak power.
The echo dv models feature easy-to-use menu systems with touch-button control. Likewise, quick-release tilt/swivel mounts, plus transom and low-profile trolling motor transducer mounts, make installation easy.
All four units also support 50/200 kHz and 77/200kHz Minn Kota and MotorGuide trolling motor transducers.
Garmin echo dv fishfinders have an IPX7 waterproof rating, with RRP starting from $249 for the Garmin echo 151dv.
For more information go to: http://sites.garmin.com/clearvu-scanning/
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