1042xsv

[joe1]

Any comments quiet as a mouse on these units?

[LWINCHESTER2]

It's a keyed unit. Simply a what floats your boat thing. Some people just don't care for the touch screens. A bit of a step down from the 7400/7600 series in that it only has a 12 pin transducer port instead of both 8 and 12 pin. Has 2 network ports; that's nice. A jam up package if you don't need to use both transducer ports. Personally I find it hard to do without both ports and after using the 7610xsv touch screen it's going to be real hard for me to go back to buttons and knobs. But if you like that on only need the 12 pin port you can save a few bucks.

Try a search on 1042. There was onece a post that implied or maybe stated that it didn't do SideVu. That was not accurate. "xsv" will run all the combo transducers.

[Larry3215]

You might want to read this thread before you decide. Im not sure your exact model falls into the "older model" category, but it might.

http://www.thehulltruth.com/marine-e...0xs-issue.html

From Todd Driscoll in that thread:

The 8x0/10x0/7x1/5x7 and older products did not get the menu-based calibration update. With these products, you must use the basic calibration referenced in the SteadyCast installation instructions.

[LWINCHESTER2]

When I did the SteadyCast calibration, the software for the menu-based calibration had not been released. I would not consider this an issue. Manual calibration is pretty much disconnect it, reconnect it and drive in some circles. Piece of cake. I've not used the menu based calibration but I suspect it's probably the same directions I followed reading from a paper but is on-screen instead. A one-time thing to do. I'm guessing about the software calibration. I've not used it.

[Larry3215]

I was under the impression - maybe due to a faulty memory - that you could program offsets with the menu based that you couldnt with the manual cal?

In any case, I would be more worried that Garmin considers those "old models" and isnt offering up-dates for newer equipment, accessories etc. At least, thats what it sounded like Todd was saying.

[Treeguyus]

Own the 1040 series in two boats again for panoptix only. The menu is easy to navigate. Good prices on them right now. Neighborhood of $800.00 after rebate

[fishin couillon]

Where is this rebate at? Isn't this unit (1042xsv) one they just introduced earlier this year or is it an earlier model you have?

[ring fry]

I've had one for about 8 months now. It is more unit than I need but I really like it. The four 'favorites' buttons are nice. The dial navigation is quick and very easy. Have gotten used to the quick disconnect on my other units and this doesn't have it. I understand it wouldn't be feasible because of the size and the weight of the unit. The 10" screen is extremely nice for my old eyes. Amazing how much bigger it is than a 7" screen. And yes, this unit just came out this spring.

SE Kansas grass grower

[DonnieG]

I think Gary is talking about the 1040..

[Larry3215]

I think you're right. The 10x2 series are the new models and the 10x0 series are the older models. So the 1042's would still be supported while the 1040's would not.

[Todd Driscoll]

I think you're right. The 10x2 series are the new models and the 10x0 series are the older models. So the 1042's would still be supported while the 1040's would not.

Yes, this is correct. The 10x2/12x2 units do support menu-based SteadyCast calibration, while the 8x0/10x0 units do not.

[YamiScott]

I got a 1242 and love it. For those looking at a 1040 series, I would have you look at a 942 touch. Nice little units for the price.

[joe1]

Do the side and down imaging seem better than the echomap series gt series ducers?

[Larry3215]

Im fairly sure the sonar processing software is the same for all units other than CHIRP vrs non-CHIRP models, so the only differences would be based on the transducer you're using and screen resolution. I doubt very much if you could tell a big difference between them even with different models of transducer.

Of course, CV transducers are a different story - they dont have a down element so their downview performance is compromised.

[fishin couillon]

I think Gary is talking about the 1040..

Dam, i was hoping it was the new units, was ready to pull old off, sell and buy Garmin.....

[joe1]

Thought maybe the higher pixel count would make a difference. I have a 73dv nonchirp and 93sv chirp at the bow of my boat and a 93 sv nonchirp at the console, I will rate them : 73dv mapping only no t-ducer up front lakevu works great for me in my area give it an A, 93sv chirp 2d chirp A+, downvu A for me, 93sv non chirp console only a C , downvu give a B, traditional C+ and Quikdraw a solid A. As you see love my set up but I want to put a 10" unit on console with 93sv non chirp and if Im pushing 2 grand would want better sidevu/downvu at console. Lots of good deals on other brands 10"+ units right now. If its software maybe Garmin can give us an update that could enhance our units to bring back a lot of loyal but teetering customers especially since they are no longer legally bound by anyone. Thanks Joe

[LWINCHESTER2]

The Striker and echoMAP CHIRP units do not have the sophisticated controls that the 7610xsv does. The 1042xsv does have them. IMO you could expect to get the same performance from it as we get from the 7610xsv. Going through the manual the software looks the same except for the buttons and knob access. I did point out it lacks the extra 8 pin port that the 7610 has. If you were going to use an 8 pin transducer you'd need an adapter cable. If I was buying today, I'd still get the 7610 because a unit cannot have too many transducer ports for me, but if I was sitting on the lake with a 7610xsv connected to a GT50,51, or 52 and another boat was near with a 1042xsv and the same transducer I would expect identical performance. Might look a tad different.

echomap chirp 93sv 7.8x4.4 800x480 WVGA pixel size 0.0096
1042xsv 8.8x4.9 1024x600 WSVGA pixel size 0.0085
7610xsv 8.6x5.3 1280x800 WXVGA pixel size 0.0067

[joe1]

Thanks LWINCHESTER2 and everyone who responded,enjoy this garmin site very much. Joe

[Treeguyus]

I think Gary is talking about the 1040..

Correct sorry for the mistake