Helix 5 or 7
krisrishonda
Posted 1/20/2016 12:41 PM (#800509)
Subject: Helix 5 or 7




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If I'm running a Lowrance LMS-522 as a gps map and standard sonar for depth, can I run a Helix 5 or 7 SI at the same time with only side imaging on or will they have interference? Also is anyone using the 5 with only side imaging and is it large enough or is the 7 a better option not much in price difference.
tolle141
Posted 1/20/2016 12:46 PM (#800510 - in reply to #800509)
Subject: Re: Helix 5 or 7





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Just out of curiosity, are you aware they've now released the helix 9? you can also get some pretty killer deals on 899/999's.
14ledo81
Posted 1/20/2016 1:48 PM (#800521 - in reply to #800509)
Subject: Re: Helix 5 or 7





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Location: Ashland WI		I recently purchased a 9. Mainly because the 5 and 7 can't be networked.

If you do choose to go with one of them, I would definitely go with the 7. You will certainly like the larger screen.

Edited by 14ledo81 1/20/2016 1:49 PM
dfkiii
Posted 1/20/2016 3:31 PM (#800536 - in reply to #800509)
Subject: Re: Helix 5 or 7





Location: Sawyer County, WI		I have a Helix 5. Go for the 7 or larger.
muskydope
Posted 1/22/2016 5:04 AM (#800746 - in reply to #800509)
Subject: Re: Helix 5 or 7





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Location: davis,IL		Get the biggest screen you can afford. As far as interference goes, yes there will be some. As long as you run them at different frequencies it will be minimized.
esox49
Posted 1/23/2016 12:08 PM (#800911 - in reply to #800509)
Subject: Re: Helix 5 or 7




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What is the main difference between these new Helix models and the traditional 899's or 999's??
JakeStCroixSkis
Posted 2/1/2016 4:15 PM (#802403 - in reply to #800911)
Subject: Re: Helix 5 or 7





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Location: St. Lawrence River
esox49 - 1/23/2016 1:08 PM

What is the main difference between these new Helix models and the traditional 899's or 999's??


Did a little looking, screen size and price are the first 2 things that jump out. The helix 5 or 7 seem to be very capable units with a nice simple layout. Small screen. I will be purchasing a helix 5 di gps for the little boat for sure. They can be had for about 300-350.

Edited by JakeStCroixSkis 2/1/2016 4:55 PM