Lowrance.....

[alun j.]

After 3 frustrating months, I am unable to get the Lowrance 332C plotter to work properly .

 

The first unit completely packed up after 6 hours use; its replacement couldn't find and hold position. A replacement antenna was no different. Last weekend the temperature sensor [ or connections] went and / or gave odd results [ as low as -11C !]..........and still no reliable GPS.

 

The dealers I bought the boat from have been very helpful, trying all combinations to find and solve problem.........with no success. At this moment, they have rearranged their workshop rota and putting a new Garmin unit on for me. Thank You.........BHG-marine.

 

I'm hoping to test it out on Sunday, as there seems to be a little gap in the windy weather coming through.

 

Alun.

[great white]

Sorry to hear that Alun

 

I had Lowrance on Great White and it worked fine even though I fitted it.

 

In fact I was so Happy with it that I am still thinking on fitting it to my new boat.

 

I know that plenty of the Members have Garmin kit and are happy with it, so I hope that works for you.

 

Charlie

[duncan]

very strange - almost faultless performance from my older 15MT and new 3500C.

 

I have heard that they have experienced issues with the smaller high powered duel function units - the ones with the DF transducers and the GPS modules. They are fine with the normal lower powered 'ducer but basically get a bit hot powering everything. 337DF or similar rings a bell. other than that ??????????

[plaicemat]

I'm really surprised to hear of your problems, Alun. As you know, I've never had any problems with my 3500C and like them so much, I've bought a larger, dual function model. Could be it was just a Friday night model and needs replacing rather than repairing.

 

Terry.

[alun j.]

Terry,

 

Both the 'head' unit [ the screen part] and then the antenna were replaced with new ones from Silva......... and still didn't work properly; even the plugs were wobbly.

 

I'll now have to re-learn all the buttons on the new Garmin.

 

Give me a ring if you fancy a trip Sunday ......... late morning til dark.

 

Alun.

[britboard]

Oh alun, you just give up to easy

 

Don't understand that problem that you had, most annoying! i must say my 332c has been faultless its been abused and even dropped onto a concrete floor by my friend and it still keeps on ticking.

 

Simon L

[great white]

If it is any compensation Alun

 

I was speaking to Gordon recently, he changed from Lowrance to Garmin when he changed boats and is very pleased with his new setup

 

I am sure it will be fun and a good excuse to be afloat learning how to operate the Garmin

 

Charlie