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Garmin echo 150: One of the highest star ratings from actual users I have ever reviewed: A great compact design for the angler using a smaller type boat. A snap to Install plus with its compact design, there is nothing to get in your way. Take a real good look at this one as I did extensive research on it to try to find the good and also the bad points about this Garmin A fantastic value for the budget-minded buyer. Highly recommended…
Garmin echo 150 Features
- 200 watts (RMS) transmit power
- Depths to 1,300 ft (396.24 m) in fresh water
- Beam width to 120 degrees
- 4″ (10.16 cm), 8-level FSTN grayscale display
- Tilt/swivel mount, transducer, trolling motor clamp and transom mount
- Offers solid performance at a value price
What Exactly is RMS?
Here is the Webopedia explanation…
RMS is the process used to determine the average power output of the speakers over a long period of time. RMS is derived from an equation which produces the most mathematically accurate measure of a speaker’s power output. The RMS value is often seen listed as “watts RMS” on product packaging
Sonar Options
- Dual Beam Sonar
- 60 or 120 Degree ( Dual- Beam)
Transducer
Included are quick-release tilt mount and versatile transom-mount transducer makes installation a snap… Mount & Go, couldn’t be easier.
OK, what the heck is a Transducer..? Here you go.
The Transducer is considered the Sonar unit’s “antenna.” It changes electric energy from the transmitter to high-frequency sound, sort of like radio waves work. The sound wave from the transducer travels through the water and is returned back from any kind of object in the water.
Hope that helps in explaining what a transducer is.
Depth Capabilities
- Depths to 1,300 ft (396.24 m) in fresh water
- 500 ft salt water
Display
- Sharp 4″ (10.16 cm), 8-level FSTN grayscale display
- Display size.. 2.38″ x 3.21″ (6.04 x 8.15 cm); 4” diag, (10.16 cm)
- 160 x 256 pixels
With 200 watts (RMS) power, you can accurately scan to depths of 1,300 ft in fresh water. In shallower water, a viewing angle of up to 120 degrees lets you see fish well beyond the sides of your boat. And to take even more guesswork out of the equation, Garmin’s exclusive HD-ID target tracking technology provides you with better separation and definition of images on a crisp 4 in grayscale display
Controls
Easy navigation from the Menu Button, see above owners manual for detailed explanation.
Frequency, Watts, Power, and Cables
- Voltage Range..10V to 20V
- Transmit Power..200W (RMS) 1,600W (peak to peak)
Alarms and Alerts
Does have audible alarms for Battery Voltage and fish Alarm.
Mounting System
Tilt/swivel mount, transducer, trolling motor clamp and transom mount…
See Installation Manual here: Garmin echo 150 Installation
Dimensions
2.8 x 4.1 x 5.8 inches; 9.6 ounces
In the Box
- Garmin echo 150
- Quick release mount with tilt and swivel
- Power cable
- Transducer w/ mounting bracket, hardware and trolling motor clamp
- Documentation
See Owners Manual here: Garmin echo 150 Installation
Garmin echo 150 Pros & Cons
Garmin echo 150 Pros
- User-friendly
- Performs well
- Value for money
- Features, Quality
- High resolution
Garmin echo 150 Cons
- Wow, I searched and really couldn’t find anyone that actually owned this Fishfinder to have anything bad to say except they wish it came with a Storage case.
Another great Fishfinder for cheap that has features of more expensive models. Some users commented is a great fish finder for a small 16ft. aluminum boat… Easy to see the display even in the sun
I know you can’t go wrong with this Fish finder from Garmin…Dual-Beam for single beam price…Highly recommended
