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Lowrance Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder

Item # 80487
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Key Features

  • DownScan Imaging Sonar technology

  • 455/800 kHz Skimmer DSI imaging transducer

  • Bottom readings at speeds up to 40 mph

  • SolarMAX 256-color TFT display


Our Price  $399.99
Sale Price  $349.99

Availability: In Stock

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Product Description
lowrance The Lowrance Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder incorporates innovative DownScan Imaging Sonar technology into an affordable stand-alone fishfinder. Exclusive DownScan Imaging on the Lowrance Elite-5x DSI fishfinder displays photo-like views under the boat, making it easier than ever to choose the best place to drop a line. DownScan Imaging also exposes thermoclines, clearly distinguishes between large predators and schools of baitfish, reveals bottoms as hard or soft, and allows you to easily recognize structures like ledges, vegetation, and wrecks that were once muddled below the water. 455/800 kHz Skimmer DSI imaging transducer has 4,000W peak-to-peak/500W RMS power, down-looking crystal, internal temperature sensor, a maximum depth of 200', and impressive bottom readings at boat speeds up to 40 mph (optimum images appear at speeds under 8 mph). The Elite-5x DSI fishfinder includes adjustable backlit screen and keypad, TrackBack for accessing multiple pages of sonar history, and simplified easy-to-use menus. Also features 5" 480 x 480 pixel SolarMAX 256-color TFT display with superior brightness, contrast, resolution, and viewing detail.
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Specifications
Model # Elite-5x DSI
Depth Capability 200 ft.
Display Matrix 480 x 480
Display Type 5" Color TFT
Power Output 500 watts RMS
Operating Freq. 455/800 kHz

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Lowrance® Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder
 
3.7

(based on 6 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (2)

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  • 3 Stars

     

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    (1)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Fishing (3)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Outdoor enthusiast (3)
        • Primary use:
        • Personal (4)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (6)

      Reviewed by 6 customers

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      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Good buy not great

      By Ed

      from Effingham, IL

      About Me Weekend Angler

      Pros

      • GPS Capability
      • Reliable Performance
      • Screen Resolution/Clarity

      Cons

      • Small Dots For Fish

      Best Uses

      • Small Boat/Canoe/Kayak

      Comments about Lowrance® Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder:

      If you're use to fish ID or arches for displaying fish, you won't like this unit. Underwater structure is easy to see and detailed, too bad they didn't include a fish ID feature to display fish in an exagerated size to make them easier to see. Fish show up as extremely small images that are very difficult to see. It's better than what I had, but overpriced.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      4.0

      Nice addition to my arsenal

      By Carver 32

      from Glenville, NY

      About Me Recreational Boater, Weekend Angler

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • GPS Capability
      • Mounting System
      • Reliable Performance
      • Screen Resolution/Clarity
      • Screen Size
      • Sonar Performance

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Boat Navigation
        • Freshwater
        • Saltwater
        • Small Boat/Canoe/Kayak

        Comments about Lowrance® Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder:

        If your mounting this unit more than 12 feet from the transducer, you need to purchase the extension cord for the transducer. My transom mount to my bridge on a 32 foot yacht is more then 12 feet, otherwise, great unit.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Awesome Upgrade

        By Boywonder

        from Lake Fork, Texas

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Read
        • Easy To Set Up

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Fishing

          Comments about Lowrance® Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder:

          This unit does everything it says. If set up properly, will definitely improve your fishing. I also ordered an instructional DVD for Lowrance that gave me great insight of the unit.

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

          (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Grate fishfinder

          By Bronzbackhunter

          from Roanoke Va.

          About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

          Pros

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

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Fishing

            Comments about Lowrance® Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder:

            I dont no why people have so much trouble with this fishfinder. The only adjustment i made was change the sensitivty of the surfice.
            I put the transducer on the trolling motor, no interferance at all works 100 percent.

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

            (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            dsi technology i dont like

            By Dori

            from lake balboa, CA

            About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

            Pros

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Lowrance® Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder:

                  This unit is great if you only want to see the structure.. It dosnt show the fish. they explained to me , it will show a DOT. I couldnt see any dots, maybe with a magnifing glass. Very disappointed. The screen was beautiful though

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

                  (3 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  I have not installed

                  By CSM

                  from Madera, CA

                  About Me Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast, Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Strong Construction

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Fishing
                    • Navigation

                    Comments about Lowrance® Elite-5x DSI Fishfinder:

                    The item has most of the things installed that I was looking for

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

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                    • Q:

                      Same question as the first one. What kind,if any, is the transducer. thru hull or transom mount?
                      Asked on 9/7/2011 by sledhead

                      1 answer

                      • A:

                        Transom mount

                        Answered on 4/24/2012 by Dori from lake balboa, CA
                    • Q:

                      Is the transducer included and what type thru-hall or outside mounted? How long a cable?
                      Asked on 5/9/2011 by Lyle from Alpena Mi

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                    • Q:

                      How well does this unit perform in shallow water?
                      Asked on 4/24/2011 by Chuck from Mount Airy NC

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