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Elite-5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo
- Model # 12008108 | Manuf. # 000-10245-001
- In Stock Online: Available for immediate shipment.
The high-performance color Elite-5 DSI chartplotter/fishfinder combo is packed with a special-issue custom 2GB Navionics Gold microSD card with coastal/offshore coverage of US and Canadian waters along with the Great Lakes, Alaska, Hawaii, the Bahamas and over 125 major Canadian lakes. The combo includes high-frequency selectable 455kHz Lowrance color DownScan Imaging™ sounding for wider and deeper sonar imaging coverage, with 800kHz for enhanced viewing of targeted locations. It comes with a slim, low-profile, high-speed, transom-mount Skimmer® DSI imaging transducer with exclusive down-looking crystal, built-in temp sensor, and trolling motor-mount bracket option.
- Display Type: 256-color SolarMAXâ„¢ PLUS TFT
- Screen Size: 5"diag.
- Screen Resolution: 480 x 480
- Receiver Type: 16-channel internal high-sensitivity WAAS + EGNOS + MSAS (optional external antenna)
- Cartography: Navionics Gold microSD
- Maximum Depth: 200'
- Dimensions: 6 15/16"W x 5 7/16"H x 2 1/2"D
- Transducer: Transom-mount DSI Skimmer®
- Transmit Power: 500W RMS
- Frequency: 455/800kHz
- Speed/Temp: Included
- NMEA Interface: NMEA 0183
- Waterproof: Mfr.-rated waterproof
- Warranty: One year
Product Specs
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- GPS capability (7)
- Great resolution (7)
- Mounting system (6)
- Sonar performance (4)
- Screen size (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Boat navigation (6)
- Saltwater (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid angler (5), Casual/ recreational (4)
Reviewed by 8 customers
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Pros
- GPS Capability
- Mounting System
- Reliable Performance
- Screen Resolution/Clarity
- Screen Size
- Sonar Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Boat Navigation
- Saltwater
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
Very pleased with all aspects of this unit. The only issue I see is the poorly written owners manual. Either spend the extra and order the dvd they offer, or go online to learn about setup and use.
Pros
- Mounting System
Cons
Best Uses
- Saltwater
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
Sweet deal for price, keeps me off the oyster bars.
Pros
- GPS Capability
- Mounting System
- Reliable Performance
- Screen Resolution/Clarity
- Screen Size
- Sonar Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Boat Navigation
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
Lowrance never fails!!! Always top notch. Very easy to use for everyone. Great product for the $$$
Pros
- GPS Capability
- Mounting System
- Screen Resolution/Clarity
- Screen Size
Cons
Best Uses
- Saltwater
- Small Boat/Canoe/Kayak
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
Picked one up on sale at West Marine. Installed in on a Mako 181 Flats. Great small boat unit. Fits on a small console and the transducer is small as well. Charts are detailed and the Lowrance sonar maintains bottom images in excess of 40 mph. Very happy with it so far!
Pros
- GPS Capability
- Screen Resolution/Clarity
- Sonar Performance
Cons
- Difficult To Install
Best Uses
- Boat Navigation
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
I've only had it installed for about two weeks, but the unit seems to perform as promised. The instructions for mounting the transducer were vague at best. After searching the internet, as well as looking at a lot of boats parked at the boat club, I finally settled on a location that seems to be far enough away from the prop wash.
The mount that came with it was a joke. It was adjustable up and down, but did not swivel. I ended up buying a Ram Mount for $45.
Pros
- GPS Capability
- Mounting System
- Screen Resolution/Clarity
Cons
- Poor Sonar Performance
Best Uses
- Boat Navigation
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
Having been used to using a Plotter with a 9 inch screen on by big boat, the 5 inch screen took a little getting used to, however the clarity of the GPS screen and the rapid response of the zoom made up for the smaller size. My only real concern is the clarity of the fishfinder. It is easy to see large schools of bait, but smaller contacts are not as easy to see. Part of that may be due to my partial color blindness, but I'm not sure. I really bought the unit for the GPS so overall I am very pleased with the unit.
Pros
- Fast Screen Updates
- GPS Capability
- Screen Resolution/Clarity
- Simple To Use
Cons
- Combined Power And Sonar
- Manual Is All But Useless
Best Uses
- Back-up For Paper Charts
- Boat Navigation
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
Setting the unit up is easy but look at the internet manual - It is different than the one in the box and explains more. Mostly, anyone who works with electronics can figure it out on their own.
The combined power and sonar cables created some issues when installing the unit if you don't want to use the sonar as I will be using the unit for its charting capabilities.
The higher resolution screen was the deciding factor fo getting this brand over similiary priced units.
Pros
- GPS Capability
- Mounting System
- Screen Resolution/Clarity
- Sonar Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Boat Navigation
- Saltwater
Comments about Elite 5 DSI Gold Fishfinder / Chartplotter Combo:
This was really easy to use, the Navionics chip is a nice add-in. The screen is easy to see, even with polarized glasses on. Waypoints go in easy, channel markers are distinguished and even half sunken vessels.
The only downfall is that I thought the Navionics chip was the one that would show contours, it's not, that's the Platinum, but for the money, I really like it.
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