Can you use 2 fish finders at the same time?

Any time you run two units with the same frequency there is a risk of interference. However, with the modern noise rejection systems built into today's fish finders, in most conditions when there is a unit on the front and back of the boat with the same frequencies, they will not interfere with each other.

Can you run 2 fish finders off 1 transducer?

While it is not recommended that more than one transducer be run simultaneously, there can be multiple transducers installed on a boat. If two transducers are transmitting at or close to the same frequency and the signals cross, interference may appear on the display of your Garmin Marine Chartplotter.

Will two transducers interfere with each other?

If both transducers are using the same frequency, they will interfere with each other once you reach a water depth that allows the two beams to cross. In shallow water, they may work together if the transducers are far enough apart. Many of today's sounders can use more than one transducer frequency.

How far apart should transducers be?

Make sure there is nothing in front, behind, or to the side of the transducer that is closer than 12". Do not mount the transducer where it could be damaged from trailering, launching, or storage.

Can I run 2 Lowrance units off one transducer?

Yes, connect them together using a Lowrance Ethernet connector with yellow connectors. I recommend to connect the transducer to HDS and select HDS as sonar source on LMS-525. I replaced my LMS-525C by a HDS-5 so I tried the sonar sharing before I sold the LMS. Thanks abbor.

How To Set Up Dual Fish Finders

Are Lowrance transducers interchangeable?

Are all Lowrance transducers interchangeable? No, currently none of the Lowrance transducers are universally compatible with all Lowrance fish finders. However, most Lowrance transducers are compatible with multiple Lowrance units, and most Lowrance fish finders are compatible with multiple transducers.

Can you mount transducers next to each other?

You can mount SI/DI and high speed transducers side by side on the same side of the boat without any problems. When they both transducers use the same frequency is when you may experience interference.

Will a Lowrance transducer work on a Humminbird?

That cable is the Motorguide Tour Series Sonar Adapter, part number 8M4001962. This cable is intended for use with a Humminbird fish finder and Motorguide trolling motor with an integrated transducer, but as you will see it works as an adapter cable for a Lowrance transducer as well.

What Humminbird units can be networked?

Ethernet networking capable models include HELIX 7 G4N, all HELIX 8, 9, 10, 12, and 15 models, all SOLIX and all APEX models, as well as many Humminbird legacy models.

What's the difference between Humminbird helix and Solix?

Screen resolution: While both series have an identical display size, Solix models have a higher screen resolution with 1280 x 800 pixels, while Helix models have 1024 x 600 resolution. Bottom line: The higher resolution of Solix models provides higher quality images on the display screen.

What does Ethernet cable do for a Lowrance?

Product Description. An ethernet connection is a great way to streamline a marine-electronics system. Ethernet synchronizes multiple sonar/GPS units – the unit in the bow will always have the same information as the unit at the helm, including waypoints, routes, alarm settings and data logs.

Can you network Lowrance Hook2?

The Hook2 and Hook Reveal series are not designed to be networked with other units. It is made for the angler that wants to fish with the basic features. To enjoy the benefits of networking, the Elite and HDS products are recommended.

How deep in the water should a transducer be?

Tip # 3 Waterline

Thirdly the best bet when mounting your transducer to read at speed is to have the bottom of it 3-4 mm below the waterline. Because the transducer can only ping in water so you do want it submerged. If it's too deep sometimes the front face of it will create turbulence and bubbles = bad.

Should transducer be submerged?

Note: the transducer must be submerged in water for reliable transducer detection. If a transducer is detected, the unit will enter "Start Up" or normal operation unless you choose another option.

Can a transducer cause cavitation?

The transducer can cause cavitation that can degrade the performance of the boat and damage the propeller.