Here is a good one for the experts . I need your help and suggestions please:
I currently have a 997 CSI along with canonlink for my downrigger to control my DR via the sonar which I love. I don't exclusively use downriggers for fishing but when I do I want to keep this, so I understand that the canonlink is not compatible with the Helox so I still need my 997 CSI installed.
I recently purchased a new Trolling motor with Ipilot link (with built in 2d Transducer) as well as the Helix 10 G2N MEGA SI and have yet to install them. Thus my questions:
I own a 17 ft Sylvan Expedition Sport bowrider with an outboard 115hp Outboard prop engine
1/What is the best configuration for installation where I cen benefit from all the new featurs of my ipilot link and Helix while maintain my canonlink functionality? Currently the 997CSI transducer is installed via the stock 2d/SI transducer on the transom to the right of the outboard.
Ideally I would like to link the two units but I have a hunch since the 997 is pre Ethernet that may not be possible. Also alternatively if I could remove my existing original transducer and simply replace it with the helix and run both units from the one that would be great as well. I don't see connecting the 997csi to my trolling motor transduce soley as a good idea cince I don't want to have to deploy the trolling motor (and not be using it whenever I want to downrig)
So what would your suggestions be ?
Also, I saw a youtube Huminbird company video where they installed the new G2N Mega SI transducer directly underneath the outboard motor on the transom but all manuals say to install the transducer at least 12 inches away one the side to avoid interference?? So why does their demo video show that? I do have room to install mine there... my current transduce it 12 inches to the right of the engine
So is it best to integrate the units (and still possible to keep my canonlink) or are we looking at two complete separate installations where I cant share the screens or transducers? Or something in between?
thanks