Humminbird 2011 - DI/2D/GPS Products

[DougV]

Looks like more items are coming in 2011 from Humminbird. BBG Marine posted this data in the sticky thread above. Heard rumors but this looks official since it's in the order form for 2011 product:

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These are the new DI models I show pending delivery. Pretty exciting to see Humminbird going head to head with the other guys. You gotta love competition.

570 DI
See more of what's down there for less. Select Humminbird 500 Series models now offer best-in-class, HD screen resolution along with picture-like Down Imaging Sonar.
Timber, rocks, even fish - watch it all take shape on crystal-clear,full-color 4.5" or 5" monochrome displays. With screens that size,it's easy to take advantage of versatile DualBeam PLUS Sonar and exclusive Humminbird SwitchFire technology. We're talking a beam sensitive enough to track a jig down to 70 feet and separate fish as close as 2.5" apart. Find your way using built-in UniMap or up theante with optional Lakemaster and Navionics cartography. Get allthis technology in a convenient in-dash mount, or use our Tilt & Swivel Disconnect Mounting System. With the 500 Series, big things are bound to happen!

5" Display
640V x 320H, 16 Level Grayscale
Down Imaging.
455kHz / 86 degrees @ -10db
800kHz / 55 degrees @ -10db
Single Beam
w/ SwitchFire.
200kHz / 20 degrees @ -10db
Depth: 250ft (DI), 1000 ft
2400 W (PTP), 300 W (RMS)

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596c HD DI Combo
See more of what's down there for less. Select Humminbird 500 Series models now offer best-in-class, HD screen resolution along with picture-like Down Imaging Sonar.
Timber, rocks, even fish - watch it all take shape on crystal-clear,full-color 4.5" or 5" monochrome displays. With screens that size,it's easy to take advantage of versatile DualBeam PLUS Sonar and exclusive Humminbird SwitchFire technology. We're talking a beam sensitive enough to track a jig down to 70 feet and separate fish as close as 2.5" apart. Find your way using built-in UniMap or up theante with optional Lakemaster and Navionics cartography. Get allthis technology in a convenient in-dash mount, or use our Tilt & Swivel Disconnect Mounting System. With the =500 Series, big things are bound to happen!

5" Display
640V x 640H, 256 Color
Down Imaging
455kHz / 86 degrees @ -10db
800kHz / 55 degrees @ -10db
Single Beam w/ SwitchFire
200kHz / 20 degrees @ -10db
Depth: 250ft (DI), 1000 ft

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597ci HD DI Combo
See more of what's down there for less. Select Humminbird 500 Series models now offer best-in-class, HD screen resolution along with picture-like Down Imaging Sonar.
Timber, rocks, even fish - watch it all take shape on crystal-clear,full-color 4.5" or 5" monochrome displays. With screens that size,it's easy to take advantage of versatile DualBeam PLUS Sonar and exclusive Humminbird SwitchFire technology. We're talking a beam sensitive enough to track a jig down to 70 feet and separate fish as close as 2.5" apart. Find your way using built-in UniMap or up theante with optional Lakemaster and Navionics cartography. Get allthis technology in a convenient in-dash mount, or use our Tilt & Swivel Disconnect Mounting System. With the 500 Series, big things are bound to happen!

5" Display
640V x 640H, 256 Color
Down Imaging
455kHz / 86 degrees @ -10db
800kHz / 55 degrees @ -10db
Single Beam w/ SwitchFire
200kHz / 20 degrees @ -10db
Depth: 250ft (DI), 1000 ft
4000 W (PTP), 500 W (RMS)
50 Channel GPS
Humminbird UniMap
Single SD Card Slot

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788ci HD DI Combo
For crystal-clear results even in the murkiest water, reach for the powerhouse, High Definition Humminbird 700 Series, featuring a 5" diagonal screen, amazing 640V x 640H pixel clarity and unbeatable color and contrast. Packed to the gills with technology, this high-resolution fishfinder boasts an array of advanced features that will have you on the fish in no time.
With exclusive Humminbird SwitchFire, Side Imaging and Down Imaging Technology, you have more fishfinding options than ever. SwitchFire Sonar lets you choose your underwater view, see every detail or just the returns you want. It's the first sonar that adapts with your fishing conditions.Programmable preset buttons put your favorite views at your fingertips,and dual card slots provide top-notch flexibility on the water. Mount it in-dash, or with our Tilt & Swivel Quick Disconnect Mounting System. Connect to another Humminbird fishfinder for sharing of sonar, GPS and waypoints at blazing Ethernet speeds. There's no doubt: the 700 Series brings it all into focus.

5" Display
640V x 640H, 256 Color
Down Imaging
455kHz / 86 degrees @ -10db
800kHz/55 degrees @ -10db
Single Beam w/ SwitchFire
200kHz / 20 degrees @ -10db
Depth: 250ft (DI) / 1000 ft
4000 W (PTP), 500 W (RMS)
50 Channel GPS
Humminbird ContourXD
Dual SD Card Slots /Upgradeable Software

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MRP Prices are as follows:

Humminbird 570 DI -$299.99
Humminbird 596 HD DI -$549.99
Himminbird 597ci HD DI Combo -$649.99
Humminbird 788ci HD Di Combo -$799.99

[Fishton]

I knew Humminbird would introduce a TRUE down looking high frequency unit soon.  Sales here in South Africa are certainly going to pick up again.  TRUE Down Imaging is a VERY powerful tool.

Well done Humminbird!   

[Triton Mike]

I knew Humminbird would introduce a TRUE down looking high frequency unit soon.  Sales here in South Africa are certainly going to pick up again.  TRUE Down Imaging is a VERY powerful tool.

Well done Humminbird!   

Does that mean your gonna give up your Lowrance Prostaff position??? LOL   

[Fishton]

Triton Mike - Why would current Humminbird users want to spend up to $800 more for something they already have?  i.e Down Imaging   

[DougV]

They don't have too! New Dual Purpose Transducer could be added to any existing unit like they have done for many years since Humminbird doesn't change the connectors. Sound like Humminbird owners can add even more functionality if they want it. And those they are not using the present product has new choices that give them Down Imaging, Swithcfire 2D and GPS all packaged in a single unit. More Choices from Humminbird with more standard features.

[Fishton]

So I will remove the High Definition Side Imaging transducer (with DI) with Dual Frequency 83 / 200kHz to replace it with a transducer that has NO side imaging and a single frequency 200kHz?

I must be missing something here.

[Triton Mike]

I must be missing something here.

As usual you are ~     Your wish might come true.........

[Fishton]

New Dual Purpose Transducer could be added to any existing unit like they have done for many years since Humminbird doesn't change the connectors.

Would I be correct in saying that with the new DI units only having a single frequency 200kHz sonar, you would then only see the 2 'orange fish', and not any of the 83kHz 'blue fish'?  As in this screenshot you posted in the post 'FishId'.

[bassindude]

Glad to see competition with new products, now if prices will fall so I can afford one.

[DougV]

We can't be jumping to assumptions until the product arrives. All we have is the specifications...When the units are officially released we will know exactly what they have and they can do.

If you look at the features we are getting today versus past prices we are getting better hardware and more features and the prices are not changing that much. For Example the 987c (First SI Unit) introduced in 2004 was priced at $1999. It has a 7" Screen, 16 Channel Receiver, 262/455 kHz SI Frequencies 200/50 kHz 2D Frequencies today that unit has evolved twice to the 997c and now 998c with 8" screen, 50 Channel 4X Times per Second Refresh Rate, HD Side Imaging and Down Imaging at 455 and 800 kHz, Switchfire 2D 200/83 kHz and more for the same $1999. So in reality we are getting more for less because the price has stayed the same has other products stayed the same price as 2004...sure not Automobiles and Pick-ups!

[bassindude]

Definitely agree with you DougV on the automobile Analogy.  Thats why I haven't bought a new one of those either.  Just my opinion, but I would think that there are a lot of anglers out there like me that would love to get one if the price were lower, and the manufacturers could make up the profits with volume.  That will eventually happen anyway, with the normal product cycle, I hope.  I would just like to see it now, because they are so cool.  And if I were to start tournament fishing I feel I would be quite handicapped without one.   
Jim

[bass1cpr]

   Until it becomes old it won't get cheaper. I have a friend that just bought a new Ranger with the factory HDS units built in. He had his 1197 mounted on a ram mount on the right side of the console It was already paid for and he didn't have to spend another thousand dollars to get the Lowrance side and down imaging. I know he likes his Humming Bird. He use to be a die hard Lowrance man. 

[DougV]

Here's some images of the new 500 Series DI Units:

596 HD DI (640 x 640 Pixel 5" Screen) Color



570 DI Monochrome



570 DI Monochrome Portable



New Official Press Release:

Humminbird® Offers Traditional 2D and
Down Imaging™ Sonar in One Package


EUFAULA, Ala. (October 2010) – Humminbird® is expanding sonar and price options for anglers by offering fishfinder models with both Down Imaging™ and traditional 2D Sonar technologies.

"We are the first manufacturer to offer the combination of dedicated Down Imaging and 2D Sonar in one model," Humminbird Brand Manager Dale Logue said. "This allows us to present consumers an even greater opportunity to choose the specific sonar technologies they want at a price that best fits their budget."

There are a total of five new Down Imaging/2D Sonar models including those with or without GPS capabilities, color or monochrome screen and one portable model. All models include best-in-class resolution with 640 vertical pixel screens boasting a true, unparalleled 5-inch 640V x 640H screen.

Humminbird's revolutionary Down Imaging Sonar focuses directly beneath the angler's boat to provide detailed, picture-like images of structure and the water column. All models also include traditional 2D Sonar capabilities with exclusive SwitchFire™ technology. "Having the ability to show detailed activity around the boat when stationary is important to anglers," said Logue, "All Down Imaging products work best when moving, so including traditional 2D Sonar is mandatory to accommodate the different fishing situations anglers often experience."

Here are brief descriptions of the five new Down Imaging/2D Sonar models from Humminbird:
•    788ci HD DI Combo includes GPS chartplotting capabilities with internal antennae, 5-inch color display, Ethernet capable, dual SD card slots and upgradeable software
•    597ci HD DI Combo includes GPS chartplotting capabilities with internal antennae, 5-inch color display and single SD card slot
•    596c HD DI includes 5-inch color display without GPS capabilities
•    570 DI includes 5-inch monochrome display without GPS capabilities
•    570 DI Portable includes 5-inch monochrome display without GPS capabilities, rugged carry case, suction cup transducer, 7Ah battery and charger

All models will ship with a newly designed high-speed transducer. Speeds over 50 mph and depths greater than 250 feet have been verified with the new transducer. Different variations or attachments for the transducer will allow mounting in-hull, thru-hull, on the transom, or attached to a trolling motor.  The transom mount variation will ship with all Down Imaging products except the 570 DI Portable.

The price range for the new Humminbird Down Imaging/2D Sonar models is $299.99 to $799.99. The new models will be available to consumers in January of 2011.

For more information visit humminbird.com, contact Humminbird, 678 Humminbird Lane, Eufaula, AL 36027, or call 800-633-1468.

Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. consists of the Humminbird, Geonav, Minn Kota and Cannon brands. Humminbird® is a leading innovator and manufacturer of fishfinders, fishfinder/GPS combo units, chartplotters and digital depth gauges. Geonav® develops and manufactures state-of-the-art integrated navigation systems and autopilots for blue-water fishing and cruising yachts. Minn Kota® is the world's leading manufacturer of electric trolling motors, as well as offers a complete line of shallow water anchors, battery chargers, trim tabs and marine accessories. Cannon® is the leader in controlled-depth fishing and includes a full line of downrigger products and accessories.

[DougV]

Here's Online Copy of the 2011 Humminbird Catalog with more details on the new products and features for 2011...
http://content.yudu.com/Library/A1pkmv/CatalogHumminbird201/resources/46.htm