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Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo

Item # 80490
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Key Features

  • 5" diagonal 256-color TFT SolarMAX display

  • 455/800 kHz Skimmer DSI imaging transducer

  • Detailed basemaps with 3,000 lakes & coastal data

  • Internal precision 16-channel GPS

  • DownScan Imaging delivers photo-like images


Our Price  $599.99
Sale Price  $379.99

Availability: In Stock

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Product Description
lowrance The Lowrance Elite family of fishfinders offers high-quality features at affordable prices. DownScan Imaging offers photo-like clarity when showing you what's beneath you, helping you to more easily identify fish and structures. The low-profile, high-speed Skimmer transducer produces clear images of fish, structure, and bottom detail, and the precise internal GPS antenna uses the built-in basemap to accurately chart your position. The 5" LED color display offers a clear picture in any weather, and the quick-release mounting bracket and easy-to-use menu controls offer simple, one-handed operation.

Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Physical/Performance Features:
• 5" diagonal 256-color SolarMAX TFT display
• 480 x 480 resolution
• Fluorescent cold cathode backlighting
• Supports 23 languages
• Durable ABS housing
• Fully sealed waterproof housing is suitable for saltwater use
• NMEA 0183 compatible
• Add more maps and memory using the microSD card slot
• Includes 20' cable, Skimmer transducer, and quick-release tilt and swivel bracket
• Power Output RMS: 500 Watts
• Power Output Peak-to-Peak: 4000 Watts
• Voltage: 10V - 17V DC

Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Mapping Features:
• Internal 16-channel WAAS + EGNOS GPS antenna
• Detailed basemap with over 3,000 enhanced lake maps and coastal shoreline detail
• Compatible with Fishing Hotspots, LakeMaster and Navionics Gold
• Save up to 3,000 waypoints/favorites/locations and 100 routes with 100 points per route directly from your device
• Save up to 100 plot trails and 10,000 points per trail

Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Sonar Features:
• Dual frequency 455/800 kHz sonar
• Low-profile, high-speed Skimmer transducer mounts on the transom
• DownScan Imaging
• Powerful sonar delivers photo-like views of what's underwater
• Easily identify predatory fish, baitfish schools, hard or soft bottoms, and structures like wreckage and vegetation
• Built-in temp sensor
• Advanced Signal Processing - provides a clearer picture of fish, structures, and bottom detail
• TrackBack - allows you to review up to 1' of sonar display history
• Optimal imaging occurs below 8 mph
• Shows readings at speeds up to 40 mph
• Depth: 200'
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Specifications
Features DownScan Imaging
Model Elite-5 DSI
Display 5" (480 x 480) SolarMAX
Maps Basemap
Power 500 Watts RMS; 4000 Watts PTP
Frequency Dual Frequency 455/800 kHz
Depth 200'
Networking NMEA 0183

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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo
 
4.3

(based on 43 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (18)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (20)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

98%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to read (24)
  • Easy to set up (24)
  • Reliable (24)
  • Simple controls (21)
  • Waterproof (18)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Fishing (33)
    • Navigation (25)
    • Small boats (16)
    • Boat navigation (7)
    • Expeditions (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Outdoor enthusiast (28), Gearhead (10), Professional (7), Avid angler (5), Weekend angler (5)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (35)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (34), Yes (8)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Love it so far

    The down scan imaging is awesome, compared to my two older fish finders. I find it very easy to interpret. Mounting to the transom however, the bottom gets lost after about 13 mph....Read complete review

    The down scan imaging is awesome, compared to my two older fish finders. I find it very easy to interpret. Mounting to the transom however, the bottom gets lost after about 13 mph. Through previous experience, I expected this to happen. I didn't use it as a replacement, but as a supplement to what I had. When I run on step, I only use the gps, and use my old depth finder mounted beside the elite 5 dsi for depth. When running slow or fishing, it works great.
    I live and fish in Louisiana, which has as many bayous, rivers, and canals as it does roads. The map program on this unit omits a huge amount of navigable waterways, and the available mapping upgrades are just barely any better. Even though it shows me running across land half of the time, it does show a trail of where I've been, so if I get lost I can follow the trail back to the boat landing.other than wishing someone would create a topo map chip for this unit, I love it so far.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    wrong chip incl ruined first impression!

    I was excited about the new combination GPS/FF/chartplotter till i realized that the chip included in the box with unit wouldn't fit the slot!! Used the megar installion guide to install the ...Read complete review

    I was excited about the new combination GPS/FF/chartplotter till i realized that the chip included in the box with unit wouldn't fit the slot!! Used the megar installion guide to install the unit and was pleased with the display. Unit was supposed to track the depth at speeds up to 40mph? I lose signal at 15 to 20mph. Trolling under the bridge and unit never displayed the bridge (not very accurate).

    Reviewed by 43 customers

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    4/5/2013
     
    4.0

    Nice unit / Poor instructions

    By Drew

    from Holland, MI

    About Me New Boater, Outdoor Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Simple Controls

    Cons

    • Poor Instructions
    • Short Transducer Cable

    Best Uses

    • Fishing
    • Navigation
    • Small Boats

    Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

    Very happy with product , price, and condition of package. Unhappy with installation instructions. I had to do some online reasearch regarding NMEA connection to my VHF radio. Installation instructions were poor- had to figure most of it out myself. Unhappy that required fuse holder and line were not included with wiring. Also NMEA cable was not included.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    4/1/2013

    (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Good!

    By John

    from Streetman, TX

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Read
    • Reliable Performance
    • Simple Controls
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Expeditions
      • Fishing
      • Navigation

      Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

      fishing

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      3/29/2013

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Awesome unit...I love it

      By Joe the fisherman

      from miami, fl

      About Me Bad With Directions, Outdoor Enthusiast, Professional

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Read
      • Easy To Set Up
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Fishing
        • Navigation

        Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

        The detail of the bottom is amazing. The screen is bright even in bright sunlight. The base map that comes with it has excellent bathymetric contour lines, no need to buy additional maps.I think the people that gave it bad reviews just dont know how to set the unit.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        3/28/2013
         
        5.0

        Would Deal w/Gander again

        By Carve a Duck

        from hilton,ny

        About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to install
        • Easy To Read
        • Graphics
        • Great Customer Service
        • Reliable Performance

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

            I purchased this unit, as I have used the same unit on my brothers boat, to guide us to fishing holes with accuracy. Having used it for a year it has proved to be a very durable,reliable and easy to use unit.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal
            • Was this a gift?:
            • Yes

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            3/27/2013
             
            4.0

            Can't wait to try it on the water

            By Big Bob

            from Bristol, VT

            About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Compact
            • Easy To Read
            • Easy To Set Up
            • Simple Controls
            • Strong Construction
            • Waterproof

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Fishing
              • Navigation
              • Small Boats

              Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

              While I have not had a chance to use the unit yet but it appears to be easy to use and interpret. It would be nice if they included more detail on interpreting sonar readings in the user manual but I'm sure I'll figure it out once I get it out on the water.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              3/26/2013
               
              4.0

              Great Product, Easy to use

              By Musky Mark

              from Wis. Rapids, WI

              About Me Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Read
              • Easy To Set Up
              • Reliable Performance
              • Simple Controls

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Fishing
                • Navigation

                Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

                The Elite-5 is easy to use and accurate with the available map chips. This is the second one that I bought because the price is right for this type of fishfind/plotter.

                • Primary use:
                • Personal
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                3/22/2013
                 
                4.0

                good product

                By bb

                from upper michigan

                About Me Technically Challenged

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Read
                • Easy To Set Up
                • Simple Controls

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Fishing
                  • Navigation

                  Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

                  easy to use and easy to see in sunlight

                  • Primary use:
                  • Personal
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  3/20/2013
                   
                  5.0

                  i cant wait for the ice to go

                  By fish on

                  from bufalo ny

                  About Me Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Reliable Performance

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Fishing

                    Comments about Lowrance Elite-5 DSI Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo:

                    Should come with dvd on how to use it

                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                    • Q:

                      Not on just this unit but on any down imagage unit. If the transducer is looking down on items. How does the screen show things such as trees standing up? For example shouldn't it be showing the tops of the trees?
                      Asked on 6/16/2012 by n2fishin from Danville,Va

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                      What maps if any ship with the unit?
                      Asked on 5/1/2012 by Anonymous

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                    • Q:

                      can you switch to full screen fish finder or full sreen gps.
                      Asked on 2/26/2012 by capt. Denny from Cleveland Ohio

                      1 answer

                      • A:

                        Yes.

                        Answered on 11/15/2012 by Skipper from West Fargo, ND

                    • Q:

                      I would like to know with what accuracy this unit will work while running in shallow water, 2' to 5' while running at or about 15knts?
                      Thank you
                      Asked on 2/16/2012 by Anonymous from New Bern NC

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                    • Q:

                      Will this unit connect to a VHF Marine Radio for DCS operation to transmit position data for Distress broadcast?
                      Asked on 9/21/2011 by Anonymous from Florence Oregon

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                    • Q:

                      what is the screen size, does the unit come complete with everything needed to install it? thank you
                      Asked on 5/27/2011 by Anonymous from houghton lake mi.

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                    • Q:

                      Does this unit have an output (NMEA?)to feed a VHF radio?
                      Asked on 5/26/2011 by Whalersailor from Chestertown, Md

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                    • Q:

                      I would like to know how accurate the depth finder is on this when you are doing 20,30, or 40 miles an hour. Im looking for a depth/fish finder.All stand alone depth finders give a speed rating for accuracy. Any idea?
                      Asked on 5/16/2011 by Too Fast Josh from Alexandria Bay, NY

                      1 answer

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                        A:

                        I have been going 35 mph and the depth finder will match my flasher with a couple feet. So I would say it is pretty accurate even at faster speeds.

                        Answered on 8/1/2011 by Bill from Union Grove, WI

                    • Q:

                      if i buy this unit in the u.s.a will the chartplotter function in greece
                      Asked on 5/11/2011 by Anonymous

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