Author Topic: New Helix series -- GOT ONE! (Read 31353 times)

Double D · « **on:** December 07, 2014, 07:36:06 PM »

Has anyone seen a new Helix series?

Bob B · « **Reply #1 on:** December 07, 2014, 07:44:33 PM »

Don't think they are in any of the stores yet.

Humminbird_Greg · « **Reply #2 on:** December 08, 2014, 12:34:13 PM »

I have, but not out on the water.
Not sure that I count though seeing as I work at Humminbird...

Bob B · « **Reply #3 on:** December 08, 2014, 03:42:10 PM »

Your opinion always counts Greg....

beertech · « **Reply #4 on:** December 08, 2014, 05:04:35 PM »

I just saw these aswell. will this link to an 1198. this might be an option for the front of my boat

Bob B · « **Reply #5 on:** December 08, 2014, 06:25:57 PM »

All the Helix models are ....stand alone....units. They have no networking capability......This is part of the way they are able to reduce the cost.

Double D · « **Reply #6 on:** December 08, 2014, 06:49:57 PM »

My biggest concern is screen clarity. How does it compare to a 698?

Bob B · « **Reply #7 on:** December 08, 2014, 06:55:24 PM »

Nobody has one yet

bass monkey · « **Reply #8 on:** December 12, 2014, 11:15:54 PM »

Yes but only images if ordering the one with si only 455 kHz but if ordering di unit you get both 455/800 kHz its a baby 899 going to be epic for that price point

sfw1960 · « **Reply #9 on:** December 17, 2014, 11:12:11 AM »

800 x 480 - just small....
I'll be looking at one, BBG has the SI machines, Three Rivers has the DI's

Double D · « **Reply #10 on:** December 17, 2014, 06:37:59 PM »

I am just waiting to hear some feedback on the screen clarity and size .... !!
Wish I could see how big it actually is!

sfw1960 · « **Reply #11 on:** December 17, 2014, 07:26:35 PM »

The are 480 vertical pixels, so as crisp a display as something like an 899/999 only 256 colors like a current 5" display (598/798) and the manuals are available for download here:
http://www.humminbird.com/Freshwater/Product-Category/Series/HELIX-Series/

The actual size of the CHO is 7.55" x 4.28" less the gimbal bracket. Overall height is 4.64" top to bottom.

coy · « **Reply #12 on:** December 20, 2014, 06:19:12 PM »

Hello. New to Humminbird, SD cards, GPS, etc...I previously just had a DI model. I have ordered two of the new Helix Models. For the SI model. Since there is only one Micro SD slot, if I update to NAvionics, can I record on that card as well? Is there anyway to have NAvionics and record on one micro sd card? Thanks

sfw1960 · « **Reply #13 on:** December 20, 2014, 06:24:11 PM »

You should NOT write data to a map card, as you run the risk of map data corruption.
There's yet another reason to buy a "more features" unit....
Unless Navionics has changed their policies - I wouldn't do it, but you might email their tech support and ask.
A member on another site said the called HB and the screen is supposed to be 3" tall and 4.6" wide.
I wish my old eyes were better!

coy · « **Reply #14 on:** December 27, 2014, 05:53:33 PM »

Quote from: Double D on December 07, 2014, 07:36:06 PM

Has anyone seen a new Helix series?

Here is a picture of the DI model that I ordered. My SI model is still in the mail. Both were on backorder. I switched from a Lowrance Elite 5x DSI when I saw this HELIX series come out. Just played around with it the first time today. Happy with it so far. Just thought you guys would like to see a photo that wasnt a stock photo.

sfw1960 · « **Reply #15 on:** December 27, 2014, 09:59:44 PM »

SWEET!
If you have time, could you post a picture with something like a coke can or a quarter/dollar bill so we have a size comparison to scale??

Looks like a nice unit!!

RAS

coy · « **Reply #16 on:** December 27, 2014, 10:25:55 PM »

Quote from: sfw1960 on December 27, 2014, 09:59:44 PM

SWEET!
If you have time, could you post a picture with something like a coke can or a quarter/dollar bill so we have a size comparison to scale??

Looks like a nice unit!!

RAS

Here is a comparison post. Hope it does it justice. Will post pics of the SI unit when it arrives. It should arrive late next week.

coy · « **Reply #17 on:** December 27, 2014, 10:31:06 PM »

Captchas......

sfw1960 · « **Reply #18 on:** December 27, 2014, 11:12:19 PM »

Kind of washed out, but it gives you an idea......
Thanks.

coy · « **Reply #19 on:** December 27, 2014, 11:20:55 PM »

Quote from: sfw1960 on December 27, 2014, 11:12:19 PM

Kind of washed out, but it gives you an idea......
Thanks.
Sorry for the bad pic. Will post more when my SI u,it comes in. Will make sure the clarity is good. Want to do it justice for guys thinking about ordering it.

sfw1960 · « **Reply #20 on:** December 27, 2014, 11:34:06 PM »

I tried to tweak a copy for guys asking, and they can at least get an idea of the overall size - the water bottle is so reflective it blows out the detail of your fingers being seen clearly.
A dollar bill or even quarter by it would have been good, but at least it will help then decide!!
Thanks again....

Double D · « **Reply #21 on:** December 27, 2014, 11:49:32 PM »

I got mine today!! Last one in stock at our local Bass Pro Shop! Attaching some pics for you all.

sfw1960 · « **Reply #22 on:** December 27, 2014, 11:57:54 PM »

SWEET!!!
I see you got it @ BPS - Kinda missed that @ 1st.
Let us know how you like it!!!!
Wooo HOOO!!!!

Basspat66 · « **Reply #23 on:** December 30, 2014, 04:08:05 PM »

I was looking at one of these also. To replace a 2 year old crapped out 798 (GPS quit working). The only problem I have is that the 798 only lasted not quite 2 years and can't figure out if even at this price point it is worth the cost?? I hate to go back to Lowrance because they're customer service was even worse than what Humminbird has become. I originally was going to go with a 900 series at the bow and put the 798 up front, but again scared of the quality. Anyone used an internal GPS antenna 900 series model for more than 3 years without issues? Maybe I should forgo a discount on the product and purchase from BPS or Cabela's and buy the extended warranty??

sonar2000 · « **Reply #24 on:** December 30, 2014, 05:33:42 PM »

I hate to promote the opposition, but Lowrance has fixed the customer problems created when Darryl sold his company. It took them about three years but they seem to be like the old company. Now for HB, there are still issues with CS but they are getting better.
Some of the support problems are not so much the service rep but the changes that HB products goes thru without taking then time to fully train the support staff.. Also remember that these units are low end sonars and don't have a lot of R&D money.
Keep talking with the reps and work with them. keep the conversation friendly. Ask to be escalated to a higher level of support/management...
HB does have an offering and some of the units work well. Remember that a $1000 is not the $3000 unit nor do either one come close to a $50000 unit...
Try to work thru the issues with customer service and by all means keep your conversations flowing on this forum A lot of the members have taken time to understand the HB family of products and with some very very knowledgeable of a specific unit...

chuck

sfw1960 · « **Reply #25 on:** December 30, 2014, 06:46:09 PM »

Basspat66, I am on year 4 of using my 798ci SI - and I use it year 'round.

Nice scale comparison....

newkid4si · « **Reply #26 on:** December 31, 2014, 01:56:06 AM »

"I hate to promote the opposition, but Lowrance has fixed the customer problems created when Darryl sold his company."

Chuck-- you'll appreciate this-- What did they do, rehire Linda Colt?

Mike

sonar2000 · « **Reply #27 on:** December 31, 2014, 07:57:02 AM »

Don't we wish, and Luke Morris, Yes they did send some of the best packing. HB offers low end competition but support is what really drives a product...Chuck

newkid4si · « **Reply #28 on:** December 31, 2014, 10:53:55 AM »

HB customer support and the people that post/support this website are the reasons I'm with HB. This site is an excellent source of help with product
and operational guidance. Thanks to all that post.

Mike

sfw1960 · « **Reply #29 on:** December 31, 2014, 12:24:19 PM »

YEAH Greg!!
We're talking ABOUT YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

RAS

Humminbird_Greg · « **Reply #30 on:** December 31, 2014, 12:54:40 PM »

I don’t know about that Robert. I haven’t been able to get on here for the last 20 days and you guys have been able to help all who have posted.

sfw1960 · « **Reply #31 on:** December 31, 2014, 03:52:33 PM »

We're not the back bone of HB though....

Take that to THE BANK!!!!

Happy New Year Greg!

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