Hi,
First post, so I'm sorry if it's already been covered but I cant see any info on here re TotalScan.
I run both an 1198 and a Lowrance Gen 3 (LSS2 and skimmer).
My 1198c wires have corroded/snapped off at the puck. I asked our local dealer about a replacement transducerand I was quoted $580! (AUD) for what I believe is the XHS 9 HDSI 180 T. I can get cheaper on ebay but they are international not local. I thought that this was ridiculous and remembered that there has been a bit of work here interfacing LSS 2 and when I checked the price (Australian dollars that is) Locally I can get;
XHS 9 HDSI 180 T - $580!!!
LSS2 for $225.
TotalScan for $275
Can someone explain (most likely Rickie-rnvinc) if I should get the TotalScan as it looks like it's a Lowrance ripoff for the HB original and may work the same. Or should I just go with the LSS2, or is the XHS 9 HDSI 180 T better (obviously easier), and just wait for the shipping.
I'm happy to cut and splice, I just don't want to pay twice the amount for not having to do a little soldering!
I could get the TotalScan and plug it into the HDS gen 3 and use the existing LSS2, but the 2d could be the issue there.
Thanks,
Tam