Garmin® StrikerTM Fishfinders Offer CHIRP Sonar and Built-in GPS
OLATHE, Kan.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today
announced the Striker series, a new line of fishfinders with CHIRP
traditional sonar and CHIRP DownVü and SideVü technology that come
standard with a built-in high-sensitivity GPS receiver. Fishermen will
now have the ability to not only see fish and structure below the boat,
but also to mark hot fishing locations and get back to them. With GPS on
board, users will also have access to accurate speed over the ground
(SOG) information, even at very slow speeds. Raising the standard for
fishfinder performance and ease of use, the Striker series is a powerful
tool to help inland and near-shore anglers find and catch more fish.
“With brilliant sonar systems and unrivaled fishing features, the
Striker series is the entry-level solution for anglers who want the best
sonar available at an affordable price,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice
president of worldwide sales. “CHIRP is the sonar technology our
customers want, and thanks to the addition of the Striker series, it’s
now available across our entire product line. Striker also adds GPS, so
anglers can get back to their favorite fishing spots next week, next
month or next year.”
The Striker fishfinder series is available in bright, sunlight readable
3.5-inch, 5-inch or 7-inch color displays that feature a new rugged
design and keyed interface that’s built to withstand the harsh marine
environment. All models are equipped with a built-in high-sensitivity
GPS antenna and waypoint map, so marking and navigating to favorite
fishing spots and other areas of interest like brush piles, stumps and
docks, is quick and easy. When trolling, the high-sensitivity GPS
provides an update once per second, giving fishermen the precision
needed to dial in the exact trolling speed and optimize lure
presentation. Users can also share waypoint data across multiple Striker
units, as well as all echoMAPTM series devices.
CHIRP traditional sonar comes standard on all of the new Striker
devices. Instead of just sending one single frequency, CHIRP sends a
continuous sweep of frequencies and interprets them individually upon
their return, creating crisper fish arches with better target
separation. Even when the fish are stacked up, CHIRP sonar helps anglers
better determine how many, and which one is the largest.
For anglers who want to see objects and structure below the boat, the
Striker dv fishfinders feature built-in CHIRP DownVü scanning sonar,
which provides a nearly photographic image with detailed representation
of objects, structure and fish in both freshwater and saltwater. The
premier 7-inch Striker 7sv also adds SideVü scanning for customers who
want to see targets and structure up to 750 feet on each side of the
boat, without being directly over them. Users can use the split screen
feature to show various sonar options along with the waypoint map.
All Striker fishfinders come with everything anglers need – including a
trolling-motor and transmon transducer and mounting hardware – to make
getting on the water fast and easy. The five new models offer flexible
mounting so the devices can tilt and swivel for an optimum-viewing
angle. An optional flush-mount kit is available for in-dash
installation. Additionally, the Striker series is compatible with a
wide-range of optional Garmin scanning transducers to customize sonar
performance and installation options.
The new Striker fishfinders will be available in December 2015, with
suggested retail prices ranging from $119.99 to $499.99. For more
information, visit garmin.com/marine2016.
Recently, Garmin was named Manufacturer of the Year and received the
honor of being the most recognized company in the marine electronics
field by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA®).
Garmin’s portfolio includes some of the industry’s most sophisticated
chartplotters and touchscreen multifunction displays, sonar technology,
high-definition radar, autopilots, high-resolution mapping, sailing
instrumentation and other products and services that are known for
innovation, reliability and ease-of-use.
For more than 25 years, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and
wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who live
an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business units,
including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor recreation.
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About Garmin International Inc. Garmin International Inc. is a
subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in
Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United
States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin is a registered trademark
and Striker and echoMAP are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its
subsidiaries.
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