I have a Gen 1 Helix 9 SI unit and was looking at a g3n or a g4n helix 7 for the front. Can I link them? If so What would i need?
I have a Gen 1 Helix 9 SI unit and was looking at a g3n or a g4n helix 7 for the front. Can I link them? If so What would i need?
Yes, all first generation Helix 9, 10, and 12 are networkable.
A Helix needs the AS EC QDE Ethernet Adapter to connect an Ethernet cable to them for the quick disconnect feature with cable collector.
Then you need an Ethernet cable==AS EC 20E is the 20' version, there are several lengths available.
Wayne Purdum
Charlottesville, Va.
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Not sure what you are trying to accomplish, but I am in a similar situation. From my understanding you will be able to share waypoints, however if you are trying to share Chirp 2d or Mega imaging from say a built minn kota transducer you will not be able to share that with the g1 at the dash. I don't know if that was in your plans, but just thought I would mention it just in case. That is how I understand it anyway. I'm sure if I am wrong , someone more knowledgeable than me will correct me.
If looking at Helix 7s, I think the latest network capable models are G3N. Sharing sonar information is limited between those two generations but no problem with waypoints.
Wes
Helix 10 MSI+,MDI+,Ultrex IPilot
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You will need an adapter for each unit. Then the Ethernet cable.
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