Tulsa,
Okla. – Lowrance, a world-leading brand in fishing electronics
since 1957, announced today an upcoming software update for the HDS Gen3 fishfinder/chartplotter series — enabling
wireless compatibility with the complete line of C-Monster compatible Power-Pole
products. These efficient hydraulic anchors and all-electric Micro Anchor products
quickly and quietly anchor fishing boats and kayaks in shallow-water situations.
A simple touchscreen control on the Lowrance High
Definition System (HDS) Gen3 display allows anglers to wirelessly engage the
anchor — saving anglers additional steps and minutes, so they can focus on
fishing.
First
announced in December 2014, the HDS Gen3 7-, 9- and 12-inch models offer a
unique combination of professional-level features and easy-to-use operation.
Full boat integration and system control are core areas where Lowrance products
excel. The innovative Lowrance SmartSteer™ user
interface allows anglers to intuitively switch between electric-steer,
trolling-motor as well as outboard-motor control. The system also allows users
to easily convert trails to routes to retrace a previous track and to make the
perfect pass by fish or structure. Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor control
directly from the HDS Gen3 display, greatly enhances the system’s capabilities
and ensures anchoring in the easiest way possible.
“The
partnership between Lowrance and Power-Pole is obvious as these brands are
prominently featured on fishing boats around the world in their respective
markets,” said Leif Ottosson, CEO, Navico. “It’s just one more way we help make the on-the-water
experience better. Simply put, the Lowrance HDS Gen3 fishfinder/chartplotter combined with a Power-Pole Shallow Water anchor
equals more fish.”
“This
new partnership with Lowrance adds another level of control and enhances our
already best-in-class products — sure to please any angler with its ease-of-use,”
said Robert Shamblin, vice president, JL Marine
Systems.
Lowrance
and Power-Pole are both sponsors of the B.A.S.S. Tournament Series where the
technology and software support will be unveiled for the first time at the 2015
Bassmaster Classic. A free software update will be available to all HDS Gen3
owners this Summer, and with built-in wireless GoFree™
cloud-enabled technology, the Power-Pole control software will be automatically
pushed to HDS Gen3 users directly on their multi-function display. For more
information please visit www.lowrance.com or www.power-pole.com