The Humminbird HELIX 5 G2 GPS Chartplotter is a compact and feature-rich device designed for anglers and boaters seeking advanced navigation and sonar capabilities. It boasts a 5-inch HD widescreen display, providing clear and detailed visuals for enhanced situational awareness on the water.
- CHIRP Digital Sonar: Delivers high-resolution imaging, allowing users to see individual fish, bait, and structures with greater clarity.
- Down Imaging: Provides a clear view beneath the boat, aiding in the identification of underwater structures and fish.
- Side Imaging: Offers a side-to-side view of the underwater environment, enhancing the ability to locate fish and structures away from the boat.
- DualBeam PLUS Sonar: Combines narrow and wide beams for detailed and expansive coverage, helping to identify fish, structures, and contours.
- AutoChart Live: Enables real-time mapping of fishing spots, allowing users to map depth contours, bottom hardness, and vegetation as they navigate.
- Navionics+ Compatibility: Supports detailed cartography for both saltwater and freshwater applications, enhancing navigation and fishing experiences.
- Humminbird Basemap Built-in: Provides a clear view of underwater terrain and surrounding points of interest, including buoys, hazards, marinas, and depth markers.
Technical Specifications:
- Display Size: 5-inch diagonal
- Display Resolution: 800 x 480 pixels
- Sonar Frequencies Supported: 50/83/200/455 kHz
- Depth Capability: 1,500 ft (standard transducer), 2,500 ft (optional 50 kHz)
- Power Input: 10.8-20 VDC
- Power Output: 4,000 Watts Peak-to-Peak, 500 Watts RMS
- Memory Card Slot: Single Micro SD
- Transducer Included: XNT 9 HW MSI 150 T
- Mounting Options: Gimbal mounting or in-dash mounting with an optional kit
The device is constructed with durable materials suitable for marine environments, ensuring longevity and resistance to water and corrosion.
Compatibility Information:
- Mapping Compatibility: Compatible with Humminbird LakeMaster charts, including SmartStrike, and Navionics Gold/HotMaps.
- Software Upgradable: Yes, the device supports software updates when available.