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I AM ABOUT TO PURCHASE A LOWRANCE HDS5 GEN2 GPS/DEPTH FINDER. I FISH THE SPILLWAY, LAKE VERRET, AND ALONG THE COAST IN LEEVILLE, SHELL BEACH, AND POINT AU CHIN. WHAT IS THE BEST MAPPING SOFTWARE TO SEE ALL THE SMALL CANALS AND DETAILS OF FRESH WATER LOUISIANA AND OUR COASTAL MARSHES?
Response by Captain Paul
May 08, 2012 at 8:16pm
May 08, 2012 at 8:16pm
Maps for a HDS 2nd GEN GPS UNIT
~ Captain Paul's response to: ~ HDSG GEN 2
The HDS Second Gen is a terrific unit. It can accommodate several types of accessory mapping.
The HDS-5 Gen 2 is considered to be a very accurate, internal GPS and Sirius/weather antenna, a newly designed ultra fast processor and a high-bright, sunlight-viewable display with cold-cathode, fluorescent backlighting. It is designed to be visible in even in bright sunlight. Most models can store 5000 waypoints, 200 routes and ten track back trails.
It combines a variety of transducer-pack options, such as a 83/200 kHz for inland/freshwater uses and a 50/200 kHz for deeper Great Lakes/coastal saltwater use. The unit really shines with its depth~fish finder features, especially the structure scan feature.
HDS built-in cartography options:
Americas*: Choose the Lake Insight ™ model option for intuitive, life-like inland, freshwater mapping views; or, select the Nautic Insight™ model for detailed coverage of U.S. coastal areas.
Worldwide (non-Americas): Navionics® world background map
All HDS models are fully compatible with third party mapping solutions including Insight HD and Fishing Hot Spots® PRO, as well as Navionics® Gold, Platinum and Platinum+ with TurboView® for the best possible chartplotter experience.
You will have to determine which supplemental mapping program is best for your particular needs. For that you should visit a stocking dealer and view the various maps for yourself.
It will always be a cost vs feature ratio.
Start with the Lowrance INSIGHT program and then view the Navionics Platinum + programs.
The Navionics are sold by regions. There is one for the central Gulf of Mexico that covers from Mobile to Lake Charles or something like that. I do not recommend the LAKES and FISHING HOTSPOTS as they cover mostly fresh water tournament lakes etc.
These mapping programs are a costly investment, so you should view all of your options and not make a random purchase. Some of the items can set you back $400 or more, so shop intelligently.
Check out the areas of coverage on the web sites, then go to a stocking dealer and see the product. Zoom in of the areas they you normally fish and see if they meet your needs.
~ Captain Paul ~
The HDS Second Gen is a terrific unit. It can accommodate several types of accessory mapping.
The HDS-5 Gen 2 is considered to be a very accurate, internal GPS and Sirius/weather antenna, a newly designed ultra fast processor and a high-bright, sunlight-viewable display with cold-cathode, fluorescent backlighting. It is designed to be visible in even in bright sunlight. Most models can store 5000 waypoints, 200 routes and ten track back trails.
It combines a variety of transducer-pack options, such as a 83/200 kHz for inland/freshwater uses and a 50/200 kHz for deeper Great Lakes/coastal saltwater use. The unit really shines with its depth~fish finder features, especially the structure scan feature.
HDS built-in cartography options:
Americas*: Choose the Lake Insight ™ model option for intuitive, life-like inland, freshwater mapping views; or, select the Nautic Insight™ model for detailed coverage of U.S. coastal areas.
Worldwide (non-Americas): Navionics® world background map
All HDS models are fully compatible with third party mapping solutions including Insight HD and Fishing Hot Spots® PRO, as well as Navionics® Gold, Platinum and Platinum+ with TurboView® for the best possible chartplotter experience.
You will have to determine which supplemental mapping program is best for your particular needs. For that you should visit a stocking dealer and view the various maps for yourself.
It will always be a cost vs feature ratio.
Start with the Lowrance INSIGHT program and then view the Navionics Platinum + programs.
The Navionics are sold by regions. There is one for the central Gulf of Mexico that covers from Mobile to Lake Charles or something like that. I do not recommend the LAKES and FISHING HOTSPOTS as they cover mostly fresh water tournament lakes etc.
These mapping programs are a costly investment, so you should view all of your options and not make a random purchase. Some of the items can set you back $400 or more, so shop intelligently.
Check out the areas of coverage on the web sites, then go to a stocking dealer and see the product. Zoom in of the areas they you normally fish and see if they meet your needs.
~ Captain Paul ~
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Bigtrout, I commented on your post but accidentally put my comment under the Captain Paul post that was put up by Keith. You'll find my comment there if you wish to read it.