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Lowrance iFinder Go2 GPS Red

The iFINDER GO2 is the most compact, full-featured, highly detailed 16-channel compact GPS+WAAS handheld – with 64MB of built-in memory packed full of mapping detail – for such a low price! Don’t wait to give it a GO! No other consumer GPS mapping system on the market offers so much information and so many features in one package.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Best bang for the buck.
This unit seemed to have the best standard lake shoreline maps compared to Garmin and Magellan units I’ve tried. It is great on batteries and meets nearly all our needs. I’d love to be able to upload waypoints, but none of the inexpensive handhelds allow that. For us older folk, the screen could be a lot bigger, but I guess that’s what glasses are for. For our marine construction business, it is perfect. Accuracy of all the units is about the same, and operation is unique to the manufacturer you are looking at. Once you learn the screens, you are good to go.

3 Stars Nice price, but can use some improvements
I just needed a GPS that could use UTM coordinates ..the Go2 and a competitor both were able to and the price was the same. The only real difference is that the Go2 had maps with cities, streets, exit signs, lakes included (hard coded into the system and no capability to add or change or update) and the other GPS unit did not.

The Good: Use is easy. Works pretty good when going for a walk. Kept showing the direction in which I was walking and accurate. Can set a lot of waypoints and has a decent amount of memory. Great price.

The Bad: While Go2 can access the satellites from inside my home, it can’t through the thin sheet of metal that is the roof of my car. With street maps, highway exits, and other automobile-like features I was disappointed that it didn’t work inside the car at all. Hold the Go2 out the window and we were back in business (can imagine a few tickets having to use it this way). The other negative thing I noticed is that it locked up on me a couple times. Both times while moving the cursor. The power button didn’t even work at this point and had to remove a battery to reset the unit.

Overall, I like the price and the features, but I’m not sure about it’s usability, especially in the car.

4 Stars good GPS for the money
This is my second Lowrance GPS. The iFINDER Go2 is a good gps for the money. It picked up the sattelites quickly including WAAS. Excellent battery life. Easy to use but the screen could be bigger. I would buy another GPS from Lowrance.

2 Stars gps
I bought this for geo-caching. I actually decided to go Lowrance because I have another that I use for the car and liked that one. I hate this iFinder GPS. It is so hard to use and the directions are completely confusing.

I did look into Tom Tom and theirs can used for driving directions as well as for entering the latitudes and longitudes…

4 Stars useful and economical
Not bad for the price. This unit works as advertised and is a very useful tool. The main drawback for me is the size of the display but that would be the same for any hand held model. It would also be nice if the 12 volt power cord was included instead of having to be purchased separately.

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Lowrance LCX 113C HD Fish Finder GPS 200 kHz Transducer

Lowrance LCX – 113C HD GPS Chartplotter / Fishfinder: Single or dual – bean sonar function and advanced GPS on the W-I-D-E-S-T full color monitor on the market… built – in 30GB harddrive! Gigantic display, incredible function! The Lowrance LCX-113C HD lets you see both your location and the location of the fish on a major 10.4″ full-color display. Your choice of single or dual-beam sonar and all the GPS functions you demand including a 30GB internal hard drive preloaded with high-detail mapping / charts for coastal and inland navigation in and around the U.S. and Hawaii too. Display: 10.4″ (26.4 cm) diagonal 600V x 800H pixel resolution 16-bit color SolarMax TFT display; Advanced cold cathode screen and keypad backlighting; Multiple full and split-screen sonar / GPS options; Programmable color palette; 6 sonar display color choices; Sonar: Choice of dual-frequency (50 / 200 kHz) or single-frequency (200 kHz) Skimmer transducer with built-in temp sensor; 8,000W peak-to-peak (1,000W RMS) power; Depth range to 3,000 ft (915 m) and beyond; FlashGraf LCD flasher+sonar graph with COLORLINE; Adjustable ping speed automatically engages HyperScroll for locating fish targets at higher boat speeds; FasTrack vertical flasher bar; Standard sonar features: Advanced Signal Processing (ASP), COLORLINE, Advanced Fish Symbol I.D., FishTrack, multi-zoom options, sonar alarms, backup memory, and more; GPS/Mapping: Precision 12-parallel channel GPS with WAAS receiver… 1,000 waypoint

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Lowrance LCX 28C HD Fish Finder GPS 50 200 kHz Transducer

The enhanced edition in the highly popular 7″ screen size with all the champion-grade sonar/chartplotter features that has made the LCX series the choice of serious pros. Featuring larger capability internal hard drive preloaded with high-detail mapping/charts for coastal and inland navigation in.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Early impressions of the LCX 28-c HD
Some early thoughts on this unit. First of all, Amazon.com had a competative price, and offered the extended warranty much cheaper than other venders. Fast and reliable shipping. I liked this unit for it’s features, as well as the fact that it was a complete package, no having to buy a black box, sounder, software, anything. The only extras I purchased were the mapping software and card reader, and the ram mount for mounting to my pedistal. I also purchased a ram mount for the gps, but this isn’t necessary if you have a flat surface to mount it on.

The unit is well packaged on arrival, with everything needed for an in dash installation. My problem was I was doing a pedistal mount on a sailboat, and the power/data cord is way too short. Since they don’t offer a longer cord, I ended up making my own “black box” to hide the splices. The other thing you shoud realize is that there will be a lot of cords running to the unit. The power cord, NMEA 183 and 2000 cords, and the sounder cable. Makes a tidy installation somewhat challenging. The other problem with the installation is that the ends of the cords with their caps mean that you will be drilling LARGE holes in your hull if you have to bring them through a bulkhead. That said, the installation is straight forward.

I rigged a 12 volt power supply at home, so I could play with the unit. The simulation mode works well, and lets you see the features and get used to the menu. I find it a little awkward to have the curser key at the top, and the enter key at the bottom. They would have done well to put an enter key in the middle of the curser key, it would really speed up entry. The gps module settles very quickly. The Nautipath software is nice, with good information in pop up icons that you access by putting the curser over them and hitting the waypoint key. One thing I have run into is that as you zoom in on the map, you loose the shaded coloring in the shallow water, and the contrast between the land and water is minimal, which makes it harder to read the chart.

I installed the transducer as a shoot through the hull using silicon caulk rather than the epoxy they recommend. I did install the transom bracket inside the hull to provide additional support. I hooked up the unit before I set the transducer in the silicon, and then pushed the transducer into the silicon and checked the performance before it had a chance to set. It worked very well. I used silicon instead of epoxy because the transducer manufacturer recommends it. That, and it will be easier to move or replace if needed.

The NMEA 2000 bus is going to be great. This is definately the way of the future. I was attracted to this unit because it was also backward compatable with NMEA 0183. I have two instruments that I wanted to hook up to the unit, my autopilot, and my dash mount units. Both accepted the older NMEA data without a hitch. One question tech support couldn’t answer was whether the unit will take data from a 0183 unit and relay it to another 0183 unit. I would like to have my wind data sent to my autopilot, which allows it to sail to wind. We will have to wait and see if that happens.

So I would give the unit, hardware, and installation 5 stars, but here is the catch. Don’t even think you are going to get a reply from Lowrance if you email a question to them. I have written 3 times, twice I got an auto reply that they had received the email, but have had ZERO replies to my questions. So, the second option is to call them. Well, set aside a couple of hours, first, you will be lucky to get through to them, and then you will be on hold so long, you will be going insane from their stupid music on hold. When I did get through, tech support was helpful and knowledgable. I just think it should be easier to get through to them than getting an audience with the Pope. Hopefully they will address this problem in the near future.

I will be interested in hearing others comments on this unit. I will keep you posted as I get more experience with it.

4 Stars lowrance 28c hd
Just purchased this and installed it in my 235 Conquest Whaler. Will need to continue to test to provide review on how it works.

As far as installation, it went in easy and connects to the Verado Smartcraft system via the nema connection. I like how everything comes in one box (flush mount, transducer, etc.). But!!! Be warned, if your boat is more than 10 feet long, you will need the extension cable for the transducer. Oh and by the way, it is a special order item at boaters world type shops as well. So if you are like me and purchase this GPS and are excited to get to the weekend to get it installed, you will be dissapointed to find out that transducere cable isn’t close to being long enough. You will have to special order from your shop or buy online and wait another week to use the sonar.

Seriously…up the price by 5 bucks and include the longer cable. This was a complete dissapointment considering the amount spent for this unit.

I will report back on the functional capability

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Lowrance iFinder H20 C GPS Blue

One of the most popular Lowrance handhelds, now with a crystal clear color display and a 16-channel GPS precision, the Lowrance iFinder H20 C comes with dual processors for higher speed screen updates and scrolling, sporty styling and a sure-grip rubber welt seal. This compact and portable navigation system features a built-in background map, including interstate exit services, of the continental United States and Hawaii. There’s also one MMC/SD digital media memory card slot for mapping and recording capabilities, an antenna port for connecting the optional external GPS and WAAS antenna, and an internal back-up memory to keep your important data secure.

Reliable, powerful, and user-friendly, the H20 C features an easy point-and-map process operation for navigation and routing, as well as dual easy and advanced operation modes. Its 2.83-inch, diagonal, color TFT display offers 320 x 240 resolution for optimum readability, and the white LED backlit screen ensures excellent direct sunlight and low-light or night viewing. The H20 C also gives you access to 1,000 waypoints, 1,000 event markers, and 100 routes, as well as up to 100 savable and retraceable plot trails, with up to 10,000 points in any trail. For added trip-planning convenience, you can take advantage of 40 map zoom ranges (0.02 to 4,000 miles) and 63 graphic icons to mark special spots.

Compatible with optional Lowrance FreedomMaps, Fishing Hot Spots Elite, LakeMaster Pro Maps, NauticPath USA, and Navionics electronic charts, the H20 C is waterproof to IPX7 standards, so you can take it wherever you go. Convenient and versatile, it operates up to 14 hours or longer on two “AA” batteries (not included) and comes with a full one-year warranty.

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars Incluide Maps of Latin America??
Hello I live in Costa Rica. I need the GPS. I would like these incluide de Map of Costa Rica and Latin American??

1 Star No GPS Lock!!
I have had this unit for about 18 months but have used it only 6-8 times – never in foul weather. It worked fine at first – with TOPO downloaded maps onto the MMC card and a Navionics card for marine use. Always locked on fairly quickly. Displayed maps beautifully. Now, after not using it for about 4 months (the batteries removed for safe storage) the unit will not lock onto satellites regardless of how long it’s left on or despite performing soft and hard resets. The built-in Lowrance software on it is actually newer than what’s on the latest Lowrance software update page – which makes no sense at all. Lowrance’s minimum repair rate is $149.95 plus shipping since the 1 year warrenty has expired!! I might as well buy a new GPS – a non-Lowrance unit this time! The price and features are very attractive. But beware, I think it’s a very inferior product in the long run.

4 Stars Lowrance iFinder H2Oc GPS
We purchased the Lowrance iFinder H2Oc GPS with some Navionics maps on an SD memory card. We used new Lithium AA batteries with the unit.

Our purpose for purchasing the unit was for use in navigating waterways

between Minnesota and Ontario, specifically the Rainy Lake region.

The unit worked very well, and was very useful for navigating these rocky lakes, with many navigational hazards, such as numerous rock outcroppings, and hazards just below the surface of the lake.

The only problem we encountered was a long delay in downloading/processing map information, if you chose to zoom in/out of your current display. It sometimes took 10 seconds or more for the new screen to load, and if you are using this device as an aid, and travelling across the lake at 30 or 40 knots, the delay was a little unnerving at times, specifically if the lake has a lot of rock pile hazards. And yes, the software states you should not use this device for navigation, it is only an aid.

The batteries we started with lasted all week, and we used this unit extensively all week.

When you arrive at your destination, you need to remember to load the specific map you will use. For the Navionics maps, you will also need to

know the abbreviated file name for the area you want to view. The file names are not always obvious, so make sure you review the software to know what map to load, for the area you are using the GPS. This is a Navionics comment, so we did not add or detract from the GPS review score.

That issue aside, we would probably rate this item overall at a 4.5.

If you are heading to a large unknown lake, looking for navigation aids, and a depth chart, this is a great tool, and we doubt you will regret the purchase. If you are getting older, the screen is a little small, but it is hand-held, and small enough to put in your pocket or tacklebox.

Good luck

5 Stars H20 is the only handheld chartplotter
I have been searching for a handheld chartplotter where you can string a series of waypoints on the chart and create a route. The Garmins (Colorado and now Oregon) don’t do it, you have to set waypoints then select them from an off chart list to create a route.

Yes, for more details you have to buy a chip. A great marine chip for this unit is the Nautic Path which can be found on Amazon for $119.

This unit is a true handheld chartplotter at a price even with the detailed all USA marine chip by Nautic Path defeats all competitors.NP-USA NAUTIC PATH MAP CHART

1 Star no gps lock !!
I have used this gps about 7 or 8 times over 2 years, and now I get no gps lock. Lowrance says send $150.00, or wait until a new version comes out. A friend also bought one of these units after seeing mine, and now his won’t get a gps lock. I don’t know what is causing this problem, but I do know that I will never purchase another Lowrance product.

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Lowrance LCX 28C HD Fish Finder GPS 200 kHz Transducer

Lowrance LCX – 28C HD GPS Chartplotter / Fishfinder: Single or dual – beam sonar function, advanced GPS and built – in 30GB harddrive at a GREAT PRICE! Maximum perfrmance at a more realistic price. The Lowrance LCX-28C HD gives you the the features any serious angler demands: Choice of single or dual-beam sonar, full-color viewing and all the GPS functions you need including a 30GB internal hard drive preloaded with high-detail mapping / charts for coastal and inland navigation in and around the U.S. and Hawaii too. Display: 7″ (17.8 cm) diagonal 480V x 640H pixel resolution 16-bit color SolarMax TFT display; Advanced cold cathode screen and keypad backlighting; Multiple full- and split-screen sonar / GPS options; Programmable color palette; 6 sonar display color choices; Sonar: Choice of dual-frequency (50 / 200 kHz) or single-frequency (200 kHz) Skimmer transducer with built-in temp sensor; 8,000W peak-to-peak (1,000W RMS) power; Depth range to 3,000 ft (915 m) and beyond; FlashGraf LCD flasher+sonar graph with COLORLINE; Adjustable ping speed automatically engages HyperScroll for locating fish targets at higher boat speeds; FasTrack vertical flasher bar; Standard sonar features: Advanced Signal Processing (ASP), COLORLINE, Advanced Fish Symbol I.D., FishTrack, multi-zoom options, sonar alarms, backup memory, and more; GPS / Mapping: Precision 12-parallel channel GPS with WAAS receiver… 1,000 waypoints / 1,000 event markers / 100 routes and 100 savable plot trai

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