http://www.bbcboards.net/attachment....1&d=1424637228 Wasn't ready to post yet but here it is... all I got to say is WOW - hope I can cancel my Lowrance order..
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I would love to get cost and availability on a 7612 and 7610 xsv, Panoptix PS-30 down (mount in setback for z520 hull), Fusion Link and weather, and trolling motor ducer options. I've got to get some good pricing and slide this one by the BOSS... she is tough :laugh:
If you get the approval please tell her to talk to my wife. :roll:Quote:
Originally Posted by RangerSam
Looks like we are waiting on the same model
not sure my boat dealer is a Garmin guy... hopefully I can get this to work between Ranger and Garmin. According to research done at the Expo there are talks to get Garmin back on the install list at Ranger but right now that is not the case.Quote:
Originally Posted by TroyBoy30
I'm calling Monday to speak with Ranger about this at the advice of Mr. Randy Hopper and I'm certain those folks will help me out... Everyone at the Expo was really great but I know who had the best looking electronics... hands down...
might have to order the boat with no electronics and order/install myself and was hoping to find the best source here...
I'd actually find a reputable installer instead of having the builder or dealer do it
I honestly don't know any in my area - I networked and installed my last rig.. worked out ok but I'm no pro... just want the best results...Quote:
Originally Posted by TroyBoy30
if you want a installer u can contact Garmin as the have factory cert. installers. The bonus to this is they know the installatin practices approved by Garmin for best results.Quote:
Originally Posted by RangerSam
if you want to bring the boat to Canada i can install for you, lol.....
I don't quite understand the title of this. I mean what's the deal with saying those anglers names first?
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Originally Posted by haus9393
I think what he means is that instead of going to see his favorite anglers he ran right to the Garmin booth, lol...
He would rather take pictures of the Garmins then the Anglers
What is the second and fourth picture. I havnt been doing my research on the new garmin units.
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Originally Posted by vausoner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2AtZb9_z_k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKXSUFtRhr8
Thanks. Yea after I saw those pictures I went and found out. Looks very interesting.....
Sorry for the ambiguity but to explain -- I am a non-recovering Tech-Junkie and even though I spoke with several of these fine fishermen, I had personally rather learn from the Garmin guru's and look at this impressive sonar than selfie with another man ---- Sorry just me... but to each his own...Quote:
Originally Posted by Defiant
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Originally Posted by vausoner
if you are a larger screen user and can see the historical arches of returns you just motored over - this shot is similar to that EXCEPT with certain frequencies you can determine bottom hardness, apparently also other information, so to me it means smaller object might be indicated in one color while more dense larger objects in another. Schools of bait vs larger fish... at least that's what I took away from this... could be in error and I'm learning about this impressive tech for the first time too...
The Panoptix transducer capable of this type service is ~1500 bucks, but considering some high end Airmar stuff - that's not too bad.
i spent over 2 hours in the garmin booth getting demos for everything
http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/l...ps2622068f.jpg
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still got all my pics with the guys though
I am really thinking about getting a 7612 to try out when they are released. I love their operating system also.
Got a great one here only a couple hours away. You can fish Lanier while you're here. Maybe we can get a package deal lolQuote:
Originally Posted by RangerSam
AVC Marine & Mobile Electronics Specialists
sent them an email and will now start shopping for my new Garmins.... I have officially canceled my Lowrance order and will soon have Panoptix (well at least one) --- this list I've put together is $$$ bucks for me, but I want this to be my "dream rig" and last boat. Might as well get it right....Quote:
Originally Posted by TroyBoy30
I will give out suggestions for wife subliminal suggestion training for small $$$$ :nanner: ... but please don't tell her that
Gotta shop for that best price --- yawl help a brother out here
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Originally Posted by RangerSam
Congrats Ranger I think you are going to have a excellent setup once you get it all setup the way you want it .
Thanks Defiant !!! I'll post mas Pics when she gets home.... it will take till mid summer to get the electronics ordered and rigged most likely...
I know the feeling. Plan and enjoy the process. You gonna learn a ton and will end up with a sweet, sweet rig. Keep active here. I've got tons to learn as well with something new. That's kinda a fun too.Quote:
Originally Posted by RangerSam
in post about Panoptix the discussion is if one Panoptix will do the typical structure scan type images - so far it don't look hopeful... so that means
$1500 Panoptix + this guy????
http://www.thegpsstore.com/Assets/Pr...ansducer_t.jpg Garmin GT51M-TM Transom Mount Transducer
Garmin GT51M-TM 12-Pin 600W CHIRP (Mid-Band CHIRP 80-160kHz) and 500W (CHIRP 260/455kHz) DownVu/SideVu Transom Mount Transducer. Built-In Temperature Sensor. Compatible with Garmin GPSMAP 7600xsv Series and GSD25.
GAX12223Your Price
$549.95
Lordy !!!
If you're fishing 100' or less the GT50 will do which will save you some $. The Panoptix PS31 can't handle more than 20-25mph so that's why they show it on the trolling motor. The PS30 doesn't have the same warning on the website. Either way I think you're correct RangerSam. You will still need the standard transducer.
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Originally Posted by Diel11
I agree with Diel on this, the 50 is the way to go.
as for the PS30 the warning is there because of twisting in the bracket over 20 mph. The 31 has a different and more robust mounting of the transducer.
For the bow there are many choices on what you want to view, DI, traditional, chirp and sidevu or all of it at once.
Their transducer selection guide on the website has to be the easiest one to find your transducer
tell them troy sent you. My boat is in the detail shop there now, so I will talk to them this week. Im getting a qoute from them on units and install but Id be very surpised if they can beat brians prices at BBG marinQuote:
Originally Posted by RangerSam
bbgmarine.com
im trying to figure out how to fit these 3 transducers on my trolling motor. GT50, ps31 and ps30. you think id still be able to lift it out of the water? :laugh:Quote:
Originally Posted by Diel11
No joke. The PS31 transducer alone weighs 1.8 lbs. That's about the same weight as a TM265 transducer from Airmar, which is huge. Looks like with mounting hardware it goes up to almost 3 lbs.
The PS30 doesn't seem to have a bracket for a trolling motor installation. Looks like they want you to install that on the transom no matter what. So it looks like running a PS31 on the trolling motor and a GT50 with a PS30 on the transom would be the set up. Gonna need lithium batteries to offset all that weight...hahahahaha.
so you think a gt50 would work for the way i fish i do i need to research airmar?
ive got a sears pm1 it should run everything. I just need to list my 1198s i guess
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Originally Posted by TroyBoy30
If you were gonna fish offshore deep fish more than a hundred than i would get the 51 but i think the 50 will do everything you want.
cool. getting a list together this week. just waiting on the 7612
Troy, can't wait to see your setup.
Here she is Men .... waiting in the mold.... Ranger is great and sent me some pics - gonna post more on the Ranger thread...
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Outstanding! You gonna enjoy that sweet rig when you get it home. When will it be completed?
was told March 9th but with the Expo it might be a little later... Got to find my electronics now... called BBG and they are on vacation till March 1st... did not see the 7612's on their site.Quote:
Originally Posted by deepanchor
Looking for advice..
that is gonna be one sweet set up, awesome that Ranger sent you pics of your boat. Makes it more personable.Quote:
Originally Posted by RangerSam
THANKS!!! bout to fish all over myself --- 'reds in the KEYS here I come :cool:
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Originally Posted by RangerSam
Congrats Ranger looks like it gonna be a sweet rig plus when you get the Garmin stuff on there will be a fishing Machine :beers:
I will not hesitate to go short runs offshore when the weather permits...the 51 might come in handy...Quote:
Originally Posted by hawgripper
me either...im trying to sell a kidney to pay for what i want :laugh:Quote:
Originally Posted by deepanchor