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APEX 16 MEGA SI+ CHARTPLOTTER CHO Fish Finder, 15.6"
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SKU: 1125269
Overview
Built for anglers who want a large, network-ready display at the helm, this control head only model centers on a 15.6" Full-HD touchscreen with customizable information and broad connectivity options, including NMEA 2000, HDMI In/Out, WiFi, and Bluetooth. It comes with LakeMaster and CoastMaster VX Maps for navigating lakes, waterways, and coastal areas in the United States and Canada, along with 1-foot contours and depth and shallow water highlights to support route planning. MEGA Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar are included, and the dedicated sonar channel allows use with accessory 2D CHIRP transducers up to 2kW. Because it is sold without a transducer, it suits anglers who want to choose their own transducer or add another display to an existing Humminbird network.
Why Hunters Choose the Humminbird
15.6-inch Full-hd
Touchscreen provides a large, customizable
Includes Lakemaster
CoastMaster VX Maps for U.S
1-foot Contours
Plus depth and shallow-water highlights
Mega Imaging+
Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar come
Dedicated Sonar
Channel supports accessory 2D CHIRP
Key Features
- 15.6-inch Full-HD touchscreen display
- MEGA Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar included
- Supports NMEA 2000, HDMI In/Out, WiFi, and Bluetooth
- Includes LakeMaster and CoastMaster VX Maps
- 1-foot contours plus depth and shallow-water highlights
- CHO control head only model for custom transducer selection
Best Used For
- Anglers building a custom sonar setup with their own selected transducer
- Boat owners adding a large secondary display to an existing Humminbird network
- Serious freshwater or coastal anglers using included LakeMaster and CoastMaster VX maps
- Users who want touchscreen chartplotter navigation with NMEA 2000, HDMI, WiFi, and Bluetooth
- Anglers integrating One-Boat Network accessories, Minn Kota control, or Cannon downrigger control
Specifications
| Accessory 2d Chirp Transducer Support | Up to 2kW |
|---|---|
| Boat Control Integration | Minn Kota |
| Compatible Transducer Example | Stainless Steel thru-hull option (SSTH 14 HW MSI+) |
| Contour Detail | 1-foot contours |
| Dedicated Sonar Channel | Yes |
| Display Size | 15.6" |
| Display Type | Full-HD touchscreen |
| Downrigger Control | Wireless Cannon Optimum downrigger control |
| Gps Charts Integration | Humminbird GPS charts |
| Included Maps | LakeMaster and CoastMaster VX Maps |
| Mapping Coverage | Over 13,000 lakes, waterways, and coastal waters in the United States and Canada |
| Model Type | Control Head Only (CHO) |
| Networking | NMEA 2000, HDMI In/Out, WiFi, Bluetooth |
| One Boat Network | Yes |
| Sonar | MEGA Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar |
| Transducer Selection | Angler selects own transducer |
| Water Highlights | Depth and shallow water highlights |
Pros
- 15.6-inch Full-HD touchscreen provides a large, customizable display for charting and sonar views.
- Includes LakeMaster and CoastMaster VX Maps for U.S. and Canadian lakes, waterways, and coastal waters.
- 1-foot contours plus depth and shallow-water highlights support more detailed navigation.
- MEGA Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar come standard.
- Dedicated sonar channel supports accessory 2D CHIRP transducers up to 2kW.
- CHO control-head-only design lets anglers choose their own transducer or add a display to an existing network.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Control head only, so a transducer must be selected separately before the unit is ready for sonar use.
- The 15.6" Full-HD touchscreen and advanced networking features are well suited to larger, more integrated setups, but may be more display than needed for simpler rigs.
- Included LakeMaster and CoastMaster VX Maps cover over 13,000 waters in the U.S. and Canada, so coverage is region-specific rather than universal.
- Accessory integration is a key part of the system, which means getting the most from it depends on compatible Humminbird, Minn Kota, and Cannon components.
Suggested Comparisons
- Chartplotter / fish finder combo
- Large-screen marine multifunction display
- GPS mapping and sonar unit
- Networked boat electronics display
Suggested Accessories
- Transducer
- Marine networking cable
- Chart card
- Screen protector
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this APEX 16 model include a transducer?
This is a CHO (Control Head Only) model, so the product data indicates it does not include a transducer. It is intended for anglers who want to choose their own transducer or add an additional display to an existing Humminbird network.
What screen size and display type does it have?
The product data lists a 15.6-inch Full-HD touchscreen display.
What mapping comes with the unit?
The unit includes LakeMaster and CoastMaster VX Maps. The description also says these maps cover over 13,000 lakes, waterways, and coastal waters in the United States and Canada.
What sonar and networking features are listed?
The listed features include MEGA Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar, a dedicated sonar channel for accessory 2D CHIRP transducers up to 2kW, and network options such as NMEA 2000, HDMI In/Out, WiFi, and Bluetooth.
Can this unit be used as part of a larger boat network?
Yes. The description says it supports the One-Boat Network and can integrate with Humminbird GPS charts, Minn Kota boat control, and wireless Cannon Optimum downrigger control.