Hawkeye Depth Finder

A depth finder is a marine sonar device used to determine the distance to underwater features and objects. Originally used to detect submarines, sonic pulses are sent from the depth finder and echoed back off the bottom of the body of water. The resulting echo allows the device to determine the size and shape of the underwater object and how deep it is located.

The device is also useful in determining whether a structure or other underwater object is solid, liquid, or frozen. The device can also be used to discover the bottom contour and water temperature of the body of water in which the vessel is navigating.

Hawkeye offers a range of boat mount depth sounders and handheld fish finders that provide immediate and precise depth readings four times per second up to a depth of 600′. Featuring advanced SONAR technology and algorithmic programming, these devices offer a number of performance and navigational benefits including keel offset capability that automatically adjusts readings to account for the vessel’s draft requirements.

These devices come in transom mount and 2″ thru-hull configurations to match the specific needs of your boat. They are engineered for high speed performance and provide an intuitive interface to maximize user productivity. The Intelligent SONAR feature auto-intensifies bottom echoes to provide error-free depth measurements in even the murkiest of waters. Dual depth alarms can be set to alert the operator when a maximum and minimum depth has been reached. A keel offset function is also available to ensure the depth readings are accurate for your boat’s draft and configuration.

A Hawkeye depth finder can be mounted in the helm of your powerboat, sailboat, kayak, canoe or ice fishing hut. The unit can be configured to display the air and water temperature as well as the depth information. The display screen is easy to read with an anti-glare surface and provides instant, accurate, real time depth and air temperature data.

Handheld depth sounders like the ultralight DepthTrax 1H deliver real time depth readings with just one slide of a magnetic switch. A second slide displays current water or air temperature. Algorithmic programming virtually eliminates false readings, and Shoot-Thru Technology allows the device to read through ice and solid fiberglass or aluminum boat, kayak, canoe or ice hut hulls.

The device is powered by an internal rechargeable battery and has a water resistant IPX6 design that protects the unit from splashes or rain showers. The display has a backlit green Soft-Glow LCD and is easy to operate. The impact resistant housing is designed to float and includes a wrist strap. It operates on AAA batteries and has a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty. The unit can also be connected to a boat-mounted power adapter for continuous operation. A 12-volt adapter is available separately. This is the perfect addition to any vessel. It is simple to install, requires no maintenance, and provides a convenient way to stay on top of the fish.