Humminbird has recently released the Helix 7 series. The technology is a step up from the 5 series and provides anglers with brighter, clearer, faster and bigger images. The Helix 7 is appropriate for fresh or salt water use to depths ranging from 150 to 1,500 feet. The user-friendly, clearly marked buttons and ready out of the box format is designed to accommodate all anglers whether you have experience operating the devices or you are a complete novice to the concept.
Helix 7 Key Features
While the new Humminbirds have a lot in common with their Helix 5 predecessors, there are some differences. The Helix 7 SI GPS comes equipped with down-imaging, side-imaging and SwitchFire sonar technology. The larger seven-inch screen is ideal when using split-screen views of the water depths. A single card slot accepts your choice of optional AutoChart®, AutoChart Pro®, and Navionics® Gold/HotMaps cartography.
Bonded Glass Display
The Helix 7 features the larger display in 800×480 pixel resolution seen in 256 colors and equipped with LED backlighting. While the Helix 5 display had a plastic lens, the Helix 7 has a bonded glass cover, which enhances overall protection while providing a clearer image. The view is also not hampered by direct sunlight. The landscape design of the screen also enables anglers