By scouting the bottom structure of the lake you are planning to fish, you save precious hours of navigating back and forth. This tool not only helps real time navigation on the water, but is the perfect scouting tool pre trip. The Fishbrain App’s map and Navionics depth charts keep the guesswork out of your trips by showing your location and the bottom features of every lake, or ocean you’re on. The maps show accuracy to 0.5 meters and are compatible with all Fishbrain map functions like waypoints and catch locations.Īny time you are on the water, knowing the bottom features, deep holding pools, and shallows where baitfish feed, can be all the difference between fishing and catching. The impressive high definition bottom contour maps are the perfect resource for finding the best fishing spots at any water level. Navionics, from Garmin, is the leading name in sonar and bathymetric depth maps for fresh and saltwater.
Now, Fishbrain Pro members can utilize Navionics HD Bathymetry maps, as a layer on the Fishbrain Map.
Knowing the importance of these charts, Fishbrain has teamed up with Navionics to provide the most accurate depth charts available. You can activate the depth contours from Settings > Navigation > Navigation chart settings > Sonarchart.Depth Charts are a staple tool for finding drop offs, shallows and other perfect fish habitats.
When the download is completed, you can unplug the SD card from your computer and insert it into your Q-unit. Confirm your choice by clicking I Agree.Īfter this you’ll get a “Your card is now up to date” info box on your screen.ĭo not remove the SD card until you get this confirmation, or the download will not be completed. When the right region is selected click Continue. When you have chosen the right plotter brand, you can choose the charts you want to download. You’ll find them from the “Built-in Plotters” selection on the bottom of the Step 1 -section. When the SD card is plugged in to your computer, choose your plotter brand from the list on the left. Make sure the card is unlocked (see the image below). When you have signed in, you can plug your SD card to your computer. Sign in with your Navionics/Garmin account. Once you have installed the Chart Installer, open it on your computer. You’ll find the download link under the “First time here?” section (see image below).
Install it to your computer from this link. Download and install the Chart Installer Programįirst, you’ll need to install the Chart Installer Program to your computer. There’s no need to put the card to your plotter before activating it. To unlock all features and functions of your card you’ll need to activate it first and get a subscription. If you have trouble updating your card or have technical issues, connect our Q Support at to start using Navionics with your SD card? You can read more about Navionics and get your subscription from here. Swedish lakes, Italian coasts, or the Åland Islands. You can select the coverage area of your charts to fit your boating needs, like e.g. Navionics charts help you to better navigate through different waters with detailed cartography for marine and lakes. Q infotainment plotters are compatible with Navionics+ and Platinum+ map charts.