Furuno BBDS1 Network Sounder

The Furuno BBDS1 is a cutting-edge network fish finder designed for NavNet 3D and NavNet TZtouch systems. It features advanced bottom discrimination capabilities, allowing users to categorize bottom materials such as mud, sand, gravel, and rock through the analysis of echo characteristics based on particle size and hardness.

Connect the BBDS1 to your NavNet network and gain vital insights to locate prime fishing grounds, enhancing your catch potential. The device offers two display modes for bottom discrimination: Standard Mode, which indicates the most likely bottom materials, and Probability Mode, which visually represents the likelihood of different bottom materials.

Standard Features:

• Frequency: 50/200 kHz alternately transmitted
• Output Power: 600 W/1 kW
• Power Supply: 12-24 VDC, 1.1-0.4 A (at 1 kW output)
• Temperature Range: -15 to + 55 degrees Celsius (operational)
• Relative Humidity: 93% at 40 degrees Celsius
• Waterproof Rating: IP20 (not waterproof)

Required Conditions for Bottom Discrimination:

• Detection Range: 5-100 meters
• Boat Speed: 0-10 knots
• Transducer Mounting: Thru-hull or transom mount only
• MFD8/12/BB Software: v2.06 or later