Garmun Livescope

[FrnkNsteen]

Question fir the Garmin Livescope owners out there.

 

I am considering buying a new Garmin 12" unit and Livescope. Debating between touchscreen and manual units. Have heard some say they prefer the manual units because it is easier to adjust sensitiity and gain by turning a knob, vs hitting arrows on the toughscreen.

 

Interested to hear peoples opinions. I can get a pretty good deal on a touchscreen right now, but want to get some feedback on if the manual units have their advantages.

[Blue Raider Bob]

I do not have a 12" screen. I have a 9" screen and I will tell you I really like the touchscreen. It is a simple as touching a button to change from livescope to traditional, side-view, ect. or whatever custom combo pages you create. I do not need the ability to adjust sensitivity, or gain, but if you are satisfied with factory pre-sets, or your own customizes options, then the touch screen may work for you.

[gulfcaptain]

I use a 9" screen that's touch. Not hard to adjust or use. If you're just using it for livescope the 9" echomap  is money. The double the price for the 12" unless you're going to network a bunch of units not worth it for just livescope.