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Lowrance HDS Pro 9 Fishfinder - Control Head Only
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SKU: WX2*0749584
Overview
Built for anglers who want a central control head for advanced sonar, mapping, and boat control, this 9-inch unit brings together Active Imaging HD, ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar readiness, and expanded chart and sonar overlay options. The SolarMAX HD multi-touch display is designed for clear viewing at extreme angles, including through polarized lenses, while preloaded C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts help with locating new water. It also supports broader networking and trolling motor integration, with features such as Anchor at a distance, Orbit around a waypoint, and Power-Pole touchscreen control. As a control head only, it is intended for users building or upgrading a compatible Lowrance system rather than those looking for a standalone, all-in-one package.
Why Hunters Choose the Lowrance
9-inch Solarmax
HD multi-touch display is viewable
Supports Active
CHIRP, SideScan, and DownScan imaging
Ready Activetarget
2 Live Sonar and ActiveTarget
Preloaded C-map
DISCOVER OnBoard charts include 1-foot
Expanded Boat
Control features include trolling motor
Key Features
- 9-inch SolarMAX HD multi-touch display viewable at extreme angles and through polarized lenses.
- Supports high-definition Active Imaging HD for CHIRP, SideScan, and DownScan imaging.
- Ready for high-resolution ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar.
- Preloaded C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts with 1-foot contours on 19,000+ U.S. lakes and 9,400+ Canadian lakes.
- Includes expanded boat control features, such as Anchor at a distance and Orbit around a waypoint.
- Compatible with FishReveal, C-MAP Genesis Live, ActiveTarget Scout, Ghost Trolling Motor, and Power-Pole control.
Best Used For
- Anglers wanting a 9-inch control head for advanced sonar and chartplotter functions
- Boat owners using compatible Lowrance networking, trolling motor, or Power-Pole controls
- Serious fishermen who rely on live sonar and high-resolution imaging for structure and fish location
- Users needing a bright touchscreen readable at extreme angles and through polarized lenses
- Anglers fishing mapped lakes with preloaded C-MAP charts and real-time mapping support
Specifications
| Boat Control Features | Expanded boat control from bow to stern; Anchor at a distance; Orbit around a waypoint |
|---|---|
| Chart Overlay Features | Expanded chart/sonar overlay features; 360 chart overlay views |
| Chart Support | C-MAP charts; C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts |
| Chirp | Yes |
| Control Head Only | Yes |
| Down Scan | Yes |
| Fish Reveal | Yes, with new SideScan and DownScan view (compatible transducer sold separately) |
| Frequency Selection For Side Scan And Down Scan | Separate frequency selection for SideScan and DownScan |
| Large Programmable Keys | Yes |
| Polarized Lens Visibility | Viewable through polarized lenses |
| Preloaded Charts | C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts with 1-foot contours on 19,000+ US Lakes and 9,400+ Canadian Lakes |
| Real Time Mapping | C-MAP Genesis Live |
| Screen Size | 9" |
| Screen Type | SolarMAX HD multi-touch touchscreen |
| Side Scan | Yes |
| Sonar | High-definition Active Imaging HD; ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar ready |
| Touchscreen Control Of Power Pole | Yes |
| Trolling Motor Controls | Expanded and improved trolling motor controls |
| Trolling Motor Support | Ghost Trolling Motor; ActiveTarget Scout |
Pros
- 9-inch SolarMAX HD multi-touch display is viewable at extreme angles and through polarized lenses.
- Supports Active Imaging HD with CHIRP, SideScan, and DownScan imaging options.
- Ready for ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar and ActiveTarget Scout compatibility.
- Preloaded C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts include 1-foot contours on many US and Canadian lakes.
- Expanded boat control features include trolling motor controls, Anchor at a distance, and Orbit around a waypoint.
- Large programmable keys and touchscreen Power-Pole control add flexible operation.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a control head only unit, so it requires compatible sonar, transducer, and other system components to deliver the features described.
- Several functions depend on optional or compatible accessories sold separately, including FishReveal with SideScan/DownScan view and ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar support.
- The 9-inch display offers a compact footprint compared with larger HDS Pro models, which may be a consideration for anglers wanting more screen area at the helm.
- Advanced networking, trolling motor control, and chart overlay features are most useful when integrated into a compatible Lowrance system rather than as a standalone display.
Suggested Comparisons
- Fishfinder and chartplotter combo
- Live sonar system
- Marine chartplotter
- Trolling motor control network display
Suggested Accessories
- Marine electronics mounting bracket
- Compatible sonar transducer
- Chart card or mapping subscription
- Marine power and wiring accessory
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the full fishfinder system or just the display unit?
This product is listed as the Lowrance HDS Pro 9 Fishfinder - Control Head Only, so it is the control head only. The source data does not include a transducer or other bundled accessories.
What sonar and imaging features are supported?
The product description lists support for Active Imaging HD, ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar, and FishReveal with SideScan and DownScan view when used with a compatible transducer sold separately. It also notes support for Lowrance CHIRP, SideScan, and DownScan Imaging.
What charting features come preloaded?
It includes preloaded C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts with 1-foot contours on 19,000+ U.S. lakes and 9,400+ Canadian lakes. The description also mentions real-time mapping with C-MAP Genesis Live.
Can it be used with trolling motor and boat control functions?
Yes. The description says it supports expanded boat control from bow to stern, with improved trolling motor controls, plus features like Anchor at a distance and Orbit around a waypoint. It also lists support for Ghost Trolling Motor and Touchscreen control of Power-Pole.
What kind of display does it have?
It has a 9-inch SolarMAX HD multi-touch screen that is described as viewable at extreme angles and through polarized lenses.