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Humminbird Lakemaster VX SD Card Great Lakes
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SKU: WX2*0748561
Overview
This map card is designed for anglers who want detailed Great Lakes coverage on compatible Humminbird units, including HELIX G3/G3N and newer, SOLIX, APEX, and XPLORE models. VX Technology supports customizable color palettes and smooth map performance, while SmartStrike, on select HD lakes chart presets, helps highlight areas where fish are most likely biting. Depth Highlight, Shallow Water Highlight, and Water Level Offset add practical tools for focusing on productive water and keeping charts aligned with changing conditions. It also integrates with the One-Boat Network for use with compatible Minn Kota trolling motors when contour-following is part of the plan.
Why Hunters Choose the Humminbird
Great Lakes
Region coverage on an SD
Vx Technology
Customizable color palettes and enhanced
Smartstrike Highlights
Likely fish-holding areas on select
Depth Highlight
Helps target a chosen depth
Shallow Water
Highlight clearly marks shallow water
Key Features
- Great Lakes region LakeMaster maps on SD card
- Compatible with HELIX G3/G3N and newer, SOLIX, APEX, and XPLORE units
- VX Technology provides map performance and customizable color palettes
- SmartStrike highlights likely biting areas on select HD Lakes Only Chart Presets
- Depth Highlight helps target a selected depth range
- Shallow Water Highlight uses adjustable red shading from 0 to 60 ft.
- Water Level Offset synchronizes contours and shorelines with actual water levels
Best Used For
- Anglers fishing the Great Lakes who want detailed SD card mapping for compatible Humminbird units.
- Users setting up HELIX G3/G3N, SOLIX, APEX, or XPLORE displays with LakeMaster VX charts.
- Boat operators who want depth highlighting and shallow-water shading to focus on selected water ranges.
- Hunters and anglers using One-Boat Network integration with compatible Humminbird and Minn Kota equipment.
- Fishermen who prefer customizable map views and SmartStrike guidance on select HD lakes.
Specifications
| Chart Presets | HD Lakes Only Chart Presets |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | HELIX G3/G3N and newer, all SOLIX units, all APEX units, all XPLORE units |
| Customizable Color Palettes | Yes |
| Depth Highlight | Yes |
| One Boat Network Compatibility | Yes |
| Product Type | SD Card |
| Region | Great Lakes |
| Shallow Water Highlight | Yes |
| Shallow Water Highlight Range | 0 to 60 ft |
| Smart Strike | Yes |
| Vx Technology | Yes |
| Water Level Offset | Yes |
Pros
- Great Lakes region coverage on an SD card for compatible Humminbird units.
- VX Technology offers customizable color palettes and enhanced map performance.
- SmartStrike highlights likely fish-holding areas on select HD lake charts.
- Depth Highlight helps target a chosen depth range more efficiently.
- Shallow Water Highlight clearly marks shallow water from 0 to 60 ft.
- Water Level Offset helps align charts with current lake, reservoir, and river levels.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Compatibility is limited to select Humminbird units, including HELIX G3/G3N and newer, all SOLIX, APEX, and XPLORE models, so it is not a universal chart card.
- SmartStrike is only available on select HD Lakes chart presets, so that feature will not apply across every map area or setup.
- The Great Lakes coverage is region-specific, so buyers outside that area may need a different LakeMaster VX card for their waters.
- Several functions, such as Depth Highlight, Shallow Water Highlight, and Water Level Offset, depend on how you want to tune the chart view and may require some setup before they are useful.
Suggested Comparisons
- Fishing electronics map cards
- Marine GPS chartplotter accessories
- Lake mapping and navigation charts
- Trolling motor navigation integration accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Marine electronics mounting accessories
- GPS chartplotter screen protector
- SD card storage case
- Trolling motor accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Humminbird units are compatible with the LakeMaster VX Great Lakes SD card?
According to the product data, it is compatible with HELIX G3/G3N and newer, all SOLIX units, all APEX units, and all XPLORE units.
What region does this map card cover?
This SD card is for the Great Lakes region.
What does VX Technology add to the map card?
The product data says VX Technology provides exceptional map performance and customizable color palettes.
Does this card include SmartStrike?
Yes. The description says SmartStrike highlights areas of the lake map where fish are most likely biting, on select HD Lakes Only Chart Presets.
What chart tools are included for targeting water depth?
The listed features include Depth Highlight, which lets you highlight a selected depth range, and Shallow Water Highlight, which uses red shading to mark shallow water from 0 to 60 ft. The data also lists Water Level Offset for syncing contours and shorelines with actual water levels.