Looking at getting new Humminbird

I'm looking to replace my old 565 up front, and there just aren't a whole lot of models left that are exclusively 2D sonar most of the more advanced models include DI which isn't compatible with the US2 on my powerdrive V2.

Now, will a DI unit hook up with the US2? I just won't have the DI feature. The next unit I get is gonna have the GPS also, so I'll do what I have to do either way :)

I have a limited budget also, I saw a little 398ci w/side imaging on Amazon for less that $500. Yay or nay? I imagine the screen's fairly small. Any other SI unit is out of my price range. Some good HD DI units with GPS are in my budget.

Thanks for input!

I would look at the 597. It's less than 500 dollars. Check this link http://http://www.bbgmarine.com/FISH...duct_info.html

If you are considering SI, Gander had the 798s for $649. That's a great deal.

Check out the 2D 859 for $599. Actually $579 from Cabelas.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/HUMMI...Q&gclsrc=aw.ds

Gander has the 798ci w/SI for $699, and a 598ci w/SI for $579. It's a toss up between the two.

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Originally Posted by mikeymercboy

Now, will a DI unit hook up with the US2? I just won't have the DI feature. The next unit I get is gonna have the GPS also, so I'll do what I have to do either way :)

I have a limited budget also, I saw a little 398ci w/side imaging on Amazon for less that $500. Yay or nay? I imagine the screen's fairly small. Any other SI unit is out of my price range. Some good HD DI units with GPS are in my budget.

Thanks for input!

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A HB DI unit will not work with the US2...the piezo element is different...

Rickie

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Originally Posted by rnvinc

A HB DI unit will not work with the US2...the piezo element is different...

Rickie

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Thanks Rickie!
At least one guy is reading the questions.... rotfl A buddy of mine just bought BPS special buy - 597 ci DI @$379 figuring he could use the US/2 and once I told him the US/2 is 200/83 KHz and his 597ciDI was 200/455 (2D) and 455/800 KHz DI - his reply was: CRAP! nonono
He'll be calling HB C/S for a TM mount XDCR this week I bet!

RAS

I bit the bullet and bought a 598ci w/SI, I'll just strap the transducer to the trolling motor. no complaints here thanks guys for the input!

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Originally Posted by mikeymercboy

I bit the bullet and bought a 598ci w/SI, I'll just strap the transducer to the trolling motor. no complaints here thanks guys for the input!

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This is a great unit! Is the rebate gone for the 798?

No, it was still going on, until April 2nd I think. Comparing the two, the 598 will work well for me. Plus I want to add a map card. Lakemaster or Navionics?

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Originally Posted by rnvinc

A HB DI unit will not work with the US2...the piezo element is different...

Rickie

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That is exactly what I wanted/not wanted to hear! I haven't seen anything out there if HB was gonna have a DI transducer to replace the US2. I think it would be a headache to replace.

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Originally Posted by mikeymercboy

I bit the bullet and bought a 598ci w/SI, I'll just strap the transducer to the trolling motor. no complaints here thanks guys for the input!

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Transducer Shield and Saver makes a beefier mount for attaching the transom type xducer to the foot of the TM...

http://www.transducershieldandsaver....me/transducers

Rickie

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Originally Posted by mikeymercboy

That is exactly what I wanted/not wanted to hear! I haven't seen anything out there if HB was gonna have a DI transducer to replace the US2. I think it would be a headache to replace.

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This is doubtful ...(but not impossible)...because the 2d piezo in the US2 is designed to work with several different brands of depth finders...

HB adding their own proprietary piezo for DI (or SI) would cut their marketability for the Minn Kota to be compatible with the other brands...

Rickie

Mikey,

The Academy Sports ad for the Springfield, MO area has the 598ci for $499. If you have an Academy locally, you might check their ad.

Man I looked online and didn't see the Academy deal and I have one right down the road. I did look into the transducer saver.