FYI - If you're looking for an inexpensive fishfinder/GPS combo, check out the great sale on the Eagle Fish-Elite 480 for only $209. Nice unit / great price.
Eagle Fish Elite 480 for $209
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FYI - If you're looking for an inexpensive fishfinder/GPS combo, check out the great sale on the Eagle Fish-Elite 480 for only $209. Nice unit / great price.
Eagle Fish Elite 480 for $209
they are going to be discontinued !!!!
Doesn't mention about needing an external antenna at all. Call them and ask about this before you order as this may be a hidden cost that will jack up the price. You'll also need a map card for the gps too. Thats at least another $100 if you want a current one. At this price, get it now and get the accessories later this spring.
I have the non GPS Fish Mark 480 version of this and it is a decent fish finder for the money and if its all you can afford its a good deal in my book. I am looking at one of these at Bass Pro and the GPS antenna is included and it also has a built in base map of lakes and inland waters. The cards are needed if you want more detail. If you just want the GPS to navigate with and mark spots you won't need the card but if you want detailed maps then yes you will need one and most require you to buy a card anyway except the high dollar ones that are bundled and you are still paying for the maps. I am getting one to put in my console for simple navigation and will probably get the detailed card. Some day I plan on putting something nice up on the bow like a side image HB, but for the price this will work perfect at my console. Just my 2 cents.
I am going tomorrow to get one at Bass Pro in Nashville, TN tomorrow I will post tomorrow when I get back and let you know 100% for sure what comes with it if you would like.
Randy
I've had mine installed for a week or 10 days now. It comes with everything you need, including the GPS puck. Includes basic lake maps and for the money this unit has TONS of features! I thought about getting a higher end unit but it will take me a month of Sundays to figure out all the features that are included in this finder.
It works GREAT!! It's sonar is excellent and I've navigated with it some, seems to work perfectly.
Does it show your speed and water temp.Quote:
Originally Posted by G3Jockey
It shows water temp and depth, for speed you'll need to install a speed sensor which is extra, it will however show GPS speed without adding anything.Quote:
Originally Posted by ezgo
Thanks for the heads up grego, I ordered one today.
dang Scott....your living on the edge LolQuote:
Originally Posted by ScottV
I picked mine up today at Bass Pro, looks good does include the antenna and can't wait to get it put in and try it out. I shouldn't have to change out transducers this is replacing an eagle fish mark 480 at the console and I am moving the 480 to the bow the transducers should be the same. So other than mounting the antenna it should be plug and play.
Randy
Ha Ha I took your advice this time G, I axed for permission. LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by G3 Fisherman
He can always blame me, I brought it to his attention.Quote:
Originally Posted by ScottV
Glad to see that everything is included. Loved my 480. Would recommend them to everyone, especially at this price that includes the gps.
Steve sure does cost me lots of money. LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by SteveJ
I have a handheld sitting in the box and never been used but I was looking at gps/combos. With the gps speed does it show the arch of the fish. Or is this on a seperate screen. I know its sounds dumb but I have never really ran a gps before. ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by G3Jockey
You wont need speed sensor as your speed is in the GPS.;)
No question is a dumb one when you're wanting to learn. The GPS is for showing your position and creating waypoints. It also will show your speed. All this will be displayed on your map screen. Your sonar screen shows your depth, water temp and any structure or fish. You can have either your map or sonar screen displayed or like most people do, have them both with the split screen.Quote:
Originally Posted by ezgo
Thanks I been wanting one, but prices of them always make me feel guilty to buy one when I can spend that kind of money on my kids. This price has really got me bitingQuote:
Originally Posted by ScottV
Can you link two of these together? I am in the market for some new graphs. I want color, but these are looking pretty hard to pass up.
I not trying steal your post but I was wanting to ask the same thing but I have a lowrance X-135 on the front can the eagle link up to my X-135.Quote:
Originally Posted by infamous fisher
By the way guys...
If anyone wants to try this finder BEFORE you invest the money to own one, you can download a fishElite 480 simulator and run it on your computer here: Product Emulators
Scroll down and select the FishElite 480. They also have simulators for the other finders they offer.
I guess the real question I have is should I invest in a color graph, or use these to get by. I had an Eagle before that was color and was good until I sold the boat. I now have a Garmin 498 and the fish finder is lacking big time. It also takes the data card, which is another downfall. Should I jump on two of these or save up for a nice color graph. I would like SI, but I am only a weekend angler.
Just think, you can spend some money on this, then take the kids fishing. You just have to look at it the right way. LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by ezgo
Now I have a Lowrance 520C in the front of my boat. Lowrance replaced it with the Elite 5 which costs over $500. This unit is just like my 520C but in B&W.
Exactly what I've been looking for. The reviews look great. Thanx guys. Get out the credit card and brush off the moth balls mama.
I just put one on the front of my boat for trolling using the navionics chip. Problem I am having is that I can hardly see the contour lines on the map. Has anyone had this problem and if so what do I need to do.
Zoom in, that should help.Quote:
Originally Posted by justfish
Does this come with a transducer?? If so, what type?
It comes with a GPS antenna and a transom mount transducer. I just installed mine on my boat today.
That's scary. :DQuote:
Originally Posted by ScottV
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