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Lowrance Fish Finders Are Easy To Use
By Rodger G Allenby
Lowrance fish finders are so high-tech that they seem almost
sci-fi. Imagine being able to fish with the help of a device with
HDTV technology for their screens, an Ethernet expansion port
to transfer data, and a weather tracking service through Sirius
Satellite.
The Lowrance models have become popular with serious fishermen
because of their simplicity and their reputation for being able
to take a beating.
Mounting Your Fish Finder On Your Boat
The Lowrance fishfinder is very easy to use. Start by mounting
the unit on your boat using the mounting kit that came with the
unit. The three most common places to mount fish finders are on
the bow, stern or near the steering wheel.
The device that actually sends a sonar signal into the water
and relays information to the fish finder is the transducer. Some
units come with transducers, while others require a separate purchase.
Mounting The Transducer
Mount the transducer on the back of the boat so that it’s underwater.
Finally, connect the transducer wire to the fish finder. The device
can be operated either manually or automatically and will measure
water depth, temperature, and the speed of the boat. On the Lowrance
models, a flat line corresponds with a flat bottom.
If the line slopes downward, the water is getting deeper. Conversely,
if the line angles upward, the water is getting shallower. The
icons that represent fish will be in the shape of fish or in the
shape of a boomerang depending on which device you have.
Cone Angle Of The Transducer
If you are making review your options and looking at adding one
of the Lowrance fish finders to your fishing gear, then the transducer
should be your main concern. A transducer’s cone angle determines
its coverage area.
The wider the cone angle is, the greater the area that will be
covered. Lowrance offers a variety of 200 kHz transducers with
either a wide (20°) or narrow (12°) cone angle. The 50 kHz transducers
come with a 35° cone angle. The dual-frequency transducers come
with both a narrow (12°) 200 kHz and a wide (35°) 50 kHz cone
angles.
The dual-search transducers come with both a narrow (12°) 200
kHz and a wide (35°) 83 kHz cone angles. Generally, anglers should
use a wide cone angle for fishing shallow to medium depths. The
narrow cone penetrates to deeper depths, but shows less fish and
structure due to its narrow beam.
Contact Technical Support
Installing your transducer correctly is critical to the operation
of your fish locator. Most of the Lowrance permanent-mount transducers
are designed for high-speed operations. For the best results,
the transducer should be placed where a smooth, undisturbed flow
of water will pass across the face of the transducer at all boat
speeds.
Make certain that the chosen location doesn’t interfere with
the boat’s trailer. Read your owner’s manual carefully before
installing the transducer! If you do have problems, then Lowrance
offers an excellent technical support system and self service.
A plastic transducer is recommended on aluminum or steel-hulled
boats to avoid potential electrolysis problems.
Basic Models Are Easy To Install And Operate
If you’re a novice with portable fish finders, then Lowrance
fish finders are a good choice because the basic models are very
simple to install and operate. Once you have the device programmed
to suit your needs, you can save the settings so that you don’t
have to reprogram the device the next time you use it.
Another big selling point is price. Lowrance products are very
competitively priced and have a solid reputation in the market.
Before you make a purchase, go online to read customer reviews
and have a look at some of the competitors, like Garmin fishfinders
and Raymarine fish finders.
However, you’ll find that Lowrance can hold its own in this niche
market.
About the Author:
Rodger G Allenby has written a number of articles on fishing, fish finders, gardening
and landscaping including
Fly Fishing,
Fishing Ponds,
Pro Bass Fishing,
Grass Seed,
Garden Supplies,
Backyard Ideas,
Green Lawn,
Backyard Landscaping Pictures,
Underground Pet Fence,
Backyard Fences.
Keep a lookout for more of his articles on this website.
Little Known Facts About Fish Finders ....
Fish finders have been around for quite some time and there are
tons of models to choose from. It really all comes down to what
you need and how much you are willing to pay.
The right fish finder on your boat can help you find those elusive
fish schools and help you land your limit for the day. Who knows?
You may even be able to find a trophy fish to mount in your home
and show off to your buddies.
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