Garmin Software Updates

[Scott F]

For those of you with relatively recent Garmin chart plotters GPSMAP and echoMap models, there is a software update that includes Quickdraw HD map drawing software to make your own fishing maps with 1 foot contour lines.  The update is free if you download it yourself to an SD card. 

[Bassman37]

As I am considering purchasing the Garmin Echomap 73 SV non chirp model ($549 closeout at BPS) which would be eligible for the Quickdraw Contours update, can anyone advise as to the process of creating maps on non-mapped lakes.

I have watched a few online videos of the process, but it doesn't really show how far out it covers on each side of the boat. I am just wondering if it is 10 feet or 20 feet or what?

Just looking for an approximate number from anyone that has used it.

Thanks!

[Scott F]

It uses the down scan to do the mapping so I'm sure the width of the coverage depends on how deep the water is. The deeper the water the wider a path it records. Just go to the Quickdraw Contours and hit record. You need a SD memory card to record to and keep your speed under 10mph.

I just bought the 73SV too but have not had it out on the water yet. 

[Bassman37]

Thanks Scott,

That makes sense that the coverage width would depend on the depth. Never thought of that.

Good luck with your 73 SV.

[Sprocket]

The depth and which transducer you are using. 

 

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