Topic: Transducer for Helix 10 DI

[LocoD]

I am ready to purchase a Helix 10 DI unit to replace an older unit on my trolling motor.  I have read several posts from other forums suggesting a different HB transducer with better RF protection is required for trolling motor installation. I am confused. Do I use the standard DI transducer that comes with the Helix ? Do I send the transducer to Humminbird for a swap to a TM friendly transducer? What about the new wide DI transducer ? Thanks for any advice.

[rnvinc]

The HELIX 10 DI will come with the transom mount XNT 9 DI T ...you may want to call HB and exchange this xducer for the XTM 9 Di 25 T (200kHz/455kHz 2d and 455kHz/800kHz DI) or the XTM 9 WIDE DI 20 T (83kHz/200kHz 2d and 455kHz/800kHz DI) ...

Both of these xducers are puck style for TM application and have extra shielding for possible RFI issues ...

The XTM 9 WIDE DI 20 T is the most common for a TM application because it has the familiar wider 83kHz 60° capability in 2d ...

You will need to call HB before you open the transom mounting hardware bag for the xducer exchange ...

1-800-633-1468

Rickie

[LocoD]

Thanks for the help. I will probably opt for the WIDE transducer. What are possible issues if I use the transom transducer on the TM ?

[rnvinc]

Thanks for the help. I will probably opt for the WIDE transducer. What are possible issues if I use the transom transducer on the TM ?

The TM puck style xducers have extra shielding for possible RFI issues ...

So the transom mount xducer with the adapter bracket would be more likely to have RFI ...

Rickie

[Kicker2905]

I bought a helix 9 di. The di is on the trolling motor and works fine until I use my trolling motor.  I keep getting erratic depths and interference on the screen.  Anyone have a clue?  Not sure where to start.

[Rpadar]

The wide ducer is te way to go. 83k beam is pretty mandatory in my books.  And I always check all grounds and put a power cable with the noise reducer on.  The factory power cables for the helix don't have that isolater on them.  It will help for sure best 30 bucks u wil spend. 

[LocoD]

Can you give me some info on the power cable needed ? I'm about to install a Helix 10DI up front with the transducer on the Terrova.Thanks.

[fishreed]

humminbird PC-11 Power cord  this one has the inline  "choke" filter to reduce electrical line noise.

[Kicker2905]

Thanks, I'll give it a shot.