Bass Boat Electronics Explained! How To Use Electronics and What Fish Look Like!

Do you know how your electronics work?! We all buy them but very few boaters or anglers actually know how to use them to their full potential! Today Tim is answering the biggest questions while driving around in real time and explaining various underwater features.

How far away are objects you're seeing on side imaging? Why does down imaging and 2D sonar look so different? What do fish and baitfish look like on 2D, down, and side imaging? Today we're answering all your burning questions!

Below you’ll find links to the units Tim is using, his mapping program, along with some great units from all the major brands at different price ranges. We choose Humminbird for all our boating electronics but no matter what brand you use, we’ll help you identify a quality unit to fit your budget. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

PREVIOUS VIDEO...

•Fish Finder Explained For Beginners: https://youtu.be/5gmSfDPL9uQ

TIM’S PRIMARY ELECTRONICS… 

Console– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

Bow– Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

Bow– Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

MAPPING… 

•Lakemaster VX Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3VOJ68y

Region: Select Your Local Region

•Lakemaster VX Premium Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK

Region: Select Your Local Region

MID–PRICED UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 9 CHIRP G4: https://bit.ly/35OP5Sm

•Lowrance Elite FS 9: https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

•Garmin GPS Map UHD 943xsv: https://bit.ly/3qNGfPf

BUDGET UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 5 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/3BxU7mQ

•Lowrance Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

•Garmin Striker Vivid 5CV: https://bit.ly/2KmQurV

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Fish Finder Explained For Beginners: Sonar, Side Imaging, Down Imaging, Mapping Tricks

What do fish look like? Tired of guessing and wasting time, not knowing what you're looking at? This is what you need to know! Tim is switching between 2D Sonar, Down Imaging, Side Imaging, and Mapping to help you fully understand what objects look like on your depth finder so you can find and catch more fish. Modern electronics are overwhelming for any level of angler until someone shows you what you’re looking for, we're here to help!

From hard spots to old foundations, Fish to air bubbles, Tim gives a quick crash course on using your electronics to their full potential. Tim is showing images from his Humminbird Apex 13 units but this information can be applied from the smallest screens to the largest. If you’re ready to stop scrambling and start catching more fish, this for you. 

Below you’ll find links to the units Tim is using, his mapping program, along with some great units from all the major brands at different price ranges. We choose Humminbird for all our boating electronics but no matter what brand you use, we’ll help you identify a quality unit to fit your budget. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TIM’S PRIMARY ELECTRONICS… 

Console– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

Bow– Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

Bow– Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

MAPPING… 

•Lakemaster Plus Digital Charts: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

Region: Select Your Local Region

MID–PRICED UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 9 CHIRP G4: https://bit.ly/35OP5Sm

•Lowrance Elite FS 9: https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

•Garmin GPS Map UHD 943xsv: https://bit.ly/3qNGfPf

BUDGET UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 5 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/3BxU7mQ

•Lowrance Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

•Garmin Striker Vivid 5CV: https://bit.ly/2KmQurV

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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HUMMINBIRD MEGA LIVE - Full Review - What You Need To Know About Live Sonar

Live sonar is here to stay! Forward facing sonar technology is incredible and its benefits are endless. However, like any sonar, there is a learning curve. Understanding how to set up your unit, what adjustments to make, and how to interpret what you're seeing, are all critical to your experience with Live electronics. Come along as Tim shows what he's done to dial in his Humminbird Live.

This is the first video in a series on Live sonar. We want to help anglers fully understand the technology and how to use it to their advantage. With all new concepts in fishing, there are some anglers who are aggressively opposed to forward facing sonar. We recognize those concerns but are also aware that many stem from a lack of understanding about the equipment. As you can see in the video, forward facing sonar is not a sure thing. Yes, it helps you locate fish but you still have to get them to bite. 

Below you'll find links to Tim's equipment. We've included links to his MEGA Live, his Solix and Apex units, 360 Imaging, mapping, and more. We've also included the forward facing sonar technologies from Garmin and Lowrance so you can compare the brands. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

OUR SYSTEM... 

HUMMINBIRD MEGA LIVE... 

-Humminbird Mega Live Imaging: https://bit.ly/2VXoaC7

(BackOrder Available)

TIM'S SOLIX AND APEX...

-Humminbird Solix 15 Gen 3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

(MSI+G3, BackOrder Available)

-Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

(BackOrder Available)

360 IMAGING...

-Humminbird MEGA 360 (For Ultrex): https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

-Humminbird MEGA 360 (Universal Mount): https://bit.ly/3Q9CYF4

MAP CARDS... 

-LakeMaster Plus Digital Charts: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

GARMIN LIVESCOPE... 

-Garmin Livescope Plus System Bundle: https://bit.ly/3qBFA3F

LOWRANCE ACTIVE TARGET... 

-Lowrance Active Target Live Sonar: https://bit.ly/37Lcox8

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SONAR BASICS: HOW TO FIND FISH

Ever wonder what Fish look like on your sonar unit? In this video Tim takes you along on the water to see what fish look like on his Humminbird Solix electronics. He shows you what fish look like, then explains how their appearance can change. He breaks down the basics of today's Sonar units including understanding your unit's transducer, how it works, and the "Cone Angle". 

All of these factors are important to understand as you interpret what you're seeing below and around your boat. Most default frequencies of today's transducers are 200kHz. At this frequency, the bottom area that the sonar is covering is approximately 1/3 of your overall depth. An easy number to remember is at 30ft deep, your sonar is scanning 10ft wide. These small details will help you understand where the fish are located below and around your boat. 

Below you'll find links to the exact units Tim is using in this video. We've also included several other great units that offer value at different price points. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each unit. 

TIM'S ELECTRONICS... 

-Humminbird Solix 12 G3: https://bit.ly/2AE2YDB

-Humminbird Solix 15 G3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

-Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

MID-PRICED UNITS... 

-Humminbird Helix 8 (MSI+ GPS G4N): https://bit.ly/39gcmhi

-Lowrance Elite FS9 (AI 3-In-1): https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

BUDGET UNITS... 

-Humminbird Helix 5: http://bit.ly/2fsOu1I

-Lowrance Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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