i-Pilot Link field test video #2: Recording iTracks while chasing crappies

Even since the first i-Pilot models appeared, anglers have wanted the option of recording a track without deploying their trolling motors. Now, since the i-Pilot system has become integrated with Humminbird fish finders, it is possible to record an iTrack using only your Humminbird fish finder, at any speed you'd like, without deploying the trolling motor. This will be a great way to record tracks at high speeds, save them to the Humminbird fish finder, and then come back to fish those iTracks at a later time. Check out the details in the video on this page:

Recording and replaying iTracks with Jason Halfen

That's really neat. Is there going to be a way to draw out and save itracks on say a home computer, transfer them to the unit and then follow them on the lake?



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There is a feature that will do just that! Will show you that one next week.

I like that, May have to get one of those.

is the i link going to work with the 898 or do you have to get th 1198

i-Pilot Link is compatible with the 898, as well as most other ethernet-compatible Humminbird fish finders.

thanks jason i appreciate the feed back how soon is this going to b avaliable to the general public im chompin at the bit:crazy:

I believe that we'll see it on consumer shelves over the winter.

Very cool. Thanks!

You're welcome.....and there's more on the way!

Do you need lakemaster chert to follow itrack?

No. The majority of i-Pilot Link functions do not require a 2013 LakeMaster chip. The only feature that requires a 2013 LakeMaster chip is <Follow the Contour>; the rest will work with any year's LakeMaster chip, a chip from a different vendor, or no chip at all.

Jason I couldnt see the video dont know why

What componets does the Link add? I realize there is a new remote is there something that hooks up to ethernet also, and if you have 2 units linked together do you need to add a 5 port hub to make this work?

The i-Pilot Link accessory package supplies a new i-Pilot Link head unit with ethernet access, new remote, remote charger, and a length of ethernet cable to assist with rigging.

If you are currently running two units that are connected by an ethernet network, then you will need to add a 5-port ether net hub to maintain that network and tie in the i-Pilot Link system.

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The i-Pilot Link accessory package supplies a new i-Pilot Link head unit with ethernet access, new remote, remote charger, and a length of ethernet cable to assist with rigging.

If you are currently running two units that are connected by an ethernet network, then you will need to add a 5-port ether net hub to maintain that network and tie in the i-Pilot Link system.

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Can this be added by just adding a new remote?

to bad your link doesnt work on my computer dont know why :dono

Are the i-Tracks still limited to 2 miles in length?

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Are the i-Tracks still limited to 2 miles in length?

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Yes, iTracks are still limited to 2 miles in length.

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Can this be added by just adding a new remote?

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No. i-Pilot Link is a totally new system with a new remote (of course), new hardware and software in the motor head unit, and networking hardware to allow the trolling motor head unit to communicate with the on-board Humminbird fish finders. There is no cross-compatibility of i-Pilot Link with any current i-Pilot system hardware.

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to bad your link doesnt work on my computer dont know why :dono

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Jason, will the current iPilot be relegated to legacy status and phased out in favor of the new iPilot Link technology or will it still be offered? Also, have you heard of any plans to interface the Minn Kota with any of Lowrance's new HDS units?

How much?

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Jason, will the current iPilot be relegated to legacy status and phased out in favor of the new iPilot Link technology or will it still be offered? Also, have you heard of any plans to interface the Minn Kota with any of Lowrance's new HDS units?

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The current i-Pilot system will continue to be offered.

Also, to my knowledge, there are no plans to develop a similar interface to Lowrance or other brands of graphs.

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How much?

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The MSRP for i-Pilot Link is $799.

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The MSRP for i-Pilot Link is $799.

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That counts me out! Out of my budget, gonna need a new trolling motor soon. Mine motor keeps needing control boards.