Solix and mega 360 Question

[GLOCKMEISTER]

Fixing to put a Solix up front in tandem with my Lowrance unit. This unit will strictly be for 360/lake master.
which solix has the best picture when standing at the bow? I know biggest usually better but I have limited space.
i know on Lowrance the smaller units tend to have a better picture. Is the screens the same on solix not considering the size?

is solix the best one for mega 360?

[GLOCKMEISTER]

Nothing??

[magnet]

Cannot speak for the Solix but the H'birds I have used (helix 7, 8 and 9) have all had good crisp images

[Topwater All Day]

Hey Phil, not exactly sure what you are looking for with the picture - the Solix units are going to be the same screen just in different sizes, 10", 12", 15" so you'll have to decide how much space you have. Any differences in clarity or pixel definition will be pretty small and nothing you'll notice. Honestly, if you aren't familiar with Humminbird, I would highly suggest going with a Helix unit. It's easier to use, costs less and will show you just as much detail.

[GLOCKMEISTER]

I'm wanting to go with a solid because it will be more compatible longer with new accessories. The helix is on the way out, correct?

just wondering if a 10 is too small to see the mega 360 detail while standing on the bow.

[Topwater All Day]

Solix & Helix are different technology - Solix is touch screen and Helix is not. I don't think there has been any mention of the Helix series going away...seems like HB would always want to have a line of graphs that are financially attainable for most folks. The Solix units are fairly pricey and definitely take some getting used to. I have run Helix units for a few years and they work just fine...

Take a look at this thread and decide for yourself. I'm actually going to be running two Helix 9's at the bow on a Precision Sonar PMS dual mount. I can see the M360 image just fine on the Helix 9...

http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread.php?t=1058052

[pfisher]

When I had my M360 installed I had a H12 helix and decided I wanted to try one of my Solix units. After about 3 trips I couldn't wait to get the helix back. I can't explain it but the helix screen shape just works better for the 360 IMO.

[Wayne P.]

When I had my M360 installed I had a H12 helix and decided I wanted to try one of my Solix units. After about 3 trips I couldn't wait to get the helix back. I can't explain it but the helix screen shape just works better for the 360 IMO.

That would be hard to explain since the Helix 12 and SOLIX 12 have the exact same display shape and pixel count.

[GLOCKMEISTER]

Keep the info coming guys. I know nothing about either unit. Thank you.