Garmin Fishfinder 140 with 4.7-Inch Display and Dual-Beam Transducer Review
This fish finder is what it says it is. A basic entry level unit. With that being said I think it's somewhat better than just entry level. Having several settings that can be adjusted and changed left me feeling better in control of the information I recieve. Like that! Large, clear info with sound(beeps). The display is easly viewable in direct sunlight and is backlite for night. Comes with mounting bracket that turns and tilts but is not heavy duty. Off shore rigs might want to upgrade to a stronger mount, but for the lakes in TN it seems to be just fine. Only bad thing to say would be the size of the transducer plug. The plug is way to big! Cutting a 1" hole into a transom is not for the weak at heart. Then had to come with a large sealing gromet, sealant and large clam shell. None of which is included. Over-all, very pleased! I really like the water temp and voltage display. Unit seems to be well worth the money invested.
Garmin Fishfinder 140 with 4.7-Inch Display and Dual-Beam Transducer Feature
- Full-Featured Sonar With 4.7-Inch, 128 X 240 B&W Fstn Display
- Ultrascroll High Rep Rate Sonar
- Dual Beam Transducer With Selectable Narrow (14 Ft) Or Wide (45 Ft) View For Maximum Freshwater Performance
- High-Dynamic Range, Analog Receiver Performs In Water As Little As 1 Ft Deep
- Autogain Technology For Visibility Of More Fish
Garmin Fishfinder 140 with 4.7-Inch Display and Dual-Beam Transducer Overview
The Fishfinder 140 combines a 4-inch grayscale display and Garmins exclusive fishfinder technology into an entry-level sonar that's perfect for any vessel where space is at a premium.
Pinpoint Your Next CatchFishfinder 140's included dual-beam transducer provides excellent shallow-water performance, and the wide viewing angle lets you see fish even off the sides of the boat. With an easy-to-ready grayscale display and backlight, the Fishfinder 140 has one of the sharpest screens for the money.
See Fish Clearly Fishfinder 140 also offers Ultrascroll™, which refreshes the screen with lightning speed so you always see the most up-to-date information. You can manually adjust the gain or set to Auto Gain, which adjusts the level of detail you see automatically.
Features include:- 4-level gray scale FSTN
- Display, 3.3 H x 3.3 W, 4.7-inch diagonal, 240 x 128 pixels
- Patented transom/trolling mount transducer
- Dual-beam transducer with user-selectable narrow (14) or wide (45) view to see more fish in shallow water
- Ultrascroll high-rep-rate sonar
- Automatic display re-scaling on range change (no more vertical lines with range changes)
- New AutoGain technology to see more fish
- New sounder design featuring excellent shallow-water performance
- Incandescent backlight for display and keypad
- Power output: 100 watts (RMS) 800 watts (peak to peak)
- Depth: 600 foot
- Unit dimensions: 6.1 W x 4.9 H x 2.6 D
- See-Thru technology: shows weak and strong returns simultaneously
- Power down backup of settings: customer settings are not lost when the unit is turned off
- Whiteline
- 2X and 4X Automatic and manual zoom
- Alarms for fish size, shallow water, deep water, and low battery
- Battery voltage indication
Garmin Fishfinder 140 with 4.7-Inch Display and Dual-Beam Transducer Specifications
When seeing your targets clearly is the goal, the Garmin Fishfinder 140 marine GPS is the one tool you need on your next fishing expedition. With 240 vertical pixels on a four level grayscale display, you get better separation and contrast so you'll know exactly where you're most likely to make the perfect catch. Like all of the new Garmin fishfinders, the 140 features Ultrascroll for fast screen updates, which is ideal for speed-based applications. This system also has a minimal amount of buttons and offers intuitive operation, so you'll spend less time learning how to use the Fishfinder 140, and more time reaping the fishing rewards. You won't even have to leave the sonar screen to change settings, thanks to a convenient adjustment bar.
Designed to give you fast and clear information when you need it, the Fishfinder 140's new sounder design features excellent shallow water performance, including a patented transom/trolling mount, dual-beam transducer with user-selectable narrow (14 degrees) or wide (45 degrees) views to help you see more fish in shallow water, while the automatic display re-scaling on range change means no more vertical lines obscuring your readings. For added convenience, the power down backup feature ensures that your settings will not be lost when the unit is turned off.
The Fishfinder 140 offers additional features, including a 2X and 4X automatic and manual zoom, 600 foot depth, and technology that shows weak and strong returns simultaneously, that make it easy and fun to find the perfect catch. And thanks to alarms for fish size, shallow water, deep water, and low battery (so your Fishfinder will never suddenly run out of power without warning), you'll have an informed advantage that will pay off in better fish stories than ever before.
What's in the Box
Fishfinder 140, transom mount transducer with integrated power cable, mounting bracket with tilt/swivel, and owner's manual.
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Customer Reviews
Buyer / Installer Beware! - Stuart D Smith - FERNDALE, WA, US
I bought this unit, not knowing that the canon plug from the transducer to the back of the unit requires that a 1 1/8" hole be drilled through the transome of the boat for the install. Other units require a hole considerably smaller [1/2 - 5/8"]. The unit has 6 wires in a 22 pin plug.
If it was not for time rquirements I would have sent it back.
Garmin if you are going to continue along this idea, include a wire cover big enough to cover the massive hole!
Then Garmin elected to ignore my complaint.
Good Job Garmin.
Works great once it's installed and set up but installing is a nightmare unless you wanna drill 1" holes in your hull. - jumpingrantflash -
The unit itself is great. easy to use and clear display. My problem is with the installation. The transducer comes in one long solid cord with molded connectors which is great for water proofness, but you either have to drill a 1" hole in your hull, which I don't wanna do to my boat. Or you have to cut the line and splice it, which voids your warranty. I cut the line. For what I paid for the whole thing I figure if it doesn't work I can ge a new transducer online to fix it. But it worked and I'm happy with it now.
Best price around! - BCap -
This was just what we wanted to replace our old fishfinder! With Fast delivery .
Everything as expected - Pat -
Delivery was as expected. Product was as expected. No surprises. Life is good!
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