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Lowrance HDS-12 Live No Transducer

000-14430-001
The Lowrance HDS-12 LIVE is a 12-inch multi-touch fishfinder and chartplotter compatible with Active Imaging 3-in-1, ActiveTarget Live Sonar, FishReveal and LiveSight. It runs C-MAP charts with Genesis Live mapping and networks over dual Ethernet, NMEA 2000 and HDMI. Supplied without a transducer.

Description

The Lowrance HDS-12 LIVE is a 12-inch multi-touch fishfinder and chartplotter that puts the full Lowrance sonar suite on a generous, high-resolution display. It is compatible with Active Imaging 3-in-1, ActiveTarget Live Sonar, FishReveal and LiveSight, and supports CHIRP, DownScan and SideScan across two sonar channels. C-MAP charting with C-MAP Genesis Live real-time mapping and LiveCast smartphone integration keep you on the fish, while dual Ethernet, NMEA 2000, HDMI input and USB-A let the unit grow with your boat. The SolarMAX HD display stays clear from any angle, even through polarised sunglasses. This version is supplied without a transducer.

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • 12-inch multi-touch SolarMAX HD display, 1280 x 800 resolution, viewable from any angle including through polarised sunglasses
  • Compatible with Active Imaging 3-in-1, ActiveTarget Live Sonar, FishReveal and LiveSight sonar
  • Built-in CHIRP, DownScan and SideScan sonar across two sonar channels
  • C-MAP charts with C-MAP Genesis Live real-time mapping and LiveCast smartphone integration
  • Networks over dual Ethernet and NMEA 2000, plus HDMI input and USB-A, with internal Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  • IPX6 and IPX7 waterproof rating
  • HDS-12 LIVE display unit
  • U-bracket kit (metal)
  • Sun cover
  • Power cable kit
  • Documentation pack

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Display

Screen size12 in
Resolution1280 x 800
Brightness>1200 nits
TouchscreenMulti-touch
Viewing angles80 deg top/bottom, 80 deg left/right

Sonar

Sonar CH1 (blue)CHIRP sonar and DownScan
Sonar CH2 (black)CHIRP sonar, DownScan, SideScan and Active Imaging / 3-in-1 / TotalScan / StructureScan
Sonar ports2 ports

Electrical

Supply voltage13.8 V DC (10 - 17 V DC)
Power consumption (max)37.3 W (2.7 A at 13.8 V DC)
Recommended fuse rating5 A

Connectivity

NMEA 20001 port (Micro-C)
NMEA 01831 port (via the power connector)
Ethernet2 ports (5-pin connector)
HDMI in1 port (HDMI 1.4 sink and HDCP)
USB1 port (USB-A), output 5 V DC 1.5 A
Analog video1 port (via the power cable, adapter cable sold separately)
Card reader2 slots (microSD SDXC), max 32 GB per card
Wi-FiInternal 802.11b/g/n
BluetoothBluetooth 4.0 with support for Bluetooth Classic

Environment

Operating temperature-15 C to +55 C (5 F to 131 F)
Storage temperature-20 C to +60 C (4 F to 140 F)
Waterproof ratingIPX6 and IPX7
Shock and vibration100,000 cycles of 20 G

Physical

Dimensions (W x H x D)347.5 x 228.5 x 69.9 mm
Weight (display only)2.6 kg (5.73 lb)
Compass safe distance50 cm
Mounting typePanel mount or bracket mount
Does this HDS LIVE come with a transducer?
No. This version is supplied as the display unit only, ready to pair with your existing transducer or a separately purchased one such as the Active Imaging 3-in-1.
What sonar does HDS LIVE support?
HDS LIVE has two sonar channels. Channel 1 (blue) supports CHIRP sonar and DownScan; Channel 2 (black) supports CHIRP, DownScan, SideScan and Active Imaging / 3-in-1 / TotalScan / StructureScan transducers. It is also compatible with ActiveTarget and LiveSight Live Sonar.
What charts does HDS LIVE use?
HDS LIVE runs C-MAP charts and supports C-MAP Genesis Live, which builds detailed bathymetric maps in real time as you fish. LiveCast smartphone integration is also supported.
Can I expand the HDS LIVE on my boat?
Yes. HDS LIVE connects over Ethernet and NMEA 2000 for radar, sonar modules, additional displays and sensors, and includes internal Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Is the HDS LIVE waterproof?
Yes. HDS LIVE carries an IPX6 and IPX7 waterproof rating and is tested to 100,000 cycles of 20 G shock and vibration.