Lowrance HDS LIVE 12 – 12″ Fishfinder/Chartplotter Display
Flagship Sonar & Navigation System for Elite Anglers
The Lowrance HDS LIVE 12 delivers next-level sonar, mapping, and vessel integration in a bold, ultra-clear 12-inch display. Designed for serious offshore anglers, competitive bass fishermen, and high-tech marine setups, this powerhouse supports CHIRP sonar, Active Imaging™ 3-in-1, SideScan, DownScan, LiveSight™, and ActiveTarget™ Live Sonar.
With the SolarMAX™ HD touchscreen, you get razor-sharp visuals—even in direct sunlight. The HDS LIVE 12 also features built-in C-MAP® Contour+ charts, Genesis Live real-time mapping, and full support for radar, autopilot, engine monitoring, and NMEA 2000®/Ethernet networking.
🌊 Key Features
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12” SolarMAX™ HD Display
High-brightness, multi-touch screen with wide viewing angles and premium clarity. -
Active Imaging™ 3-in-1 Support
Unlock CHIRP sonar, SideScan, and DownScan Imaging™ (transducer required). -
Live Sonar Ready
Compatible with ActiveTarget™ and LiveSight™ for real-time fish tracking. -
C-MAP Contour+ Built-in
Detailed inland and coastal charts with 1-foot contours on thousands of U.S. lakes. -
Genesis Live Mapping
Create custom contour maps with ½-foot accuracy, on the water in real time. -
Full Networking & Integration
NMEA 2000®, Ethernet, radar, autopilot, SiriusXM®, engine data, and sonar modules supported. -
Dual-Channel CHIRP Sonar Support
Use two CHIRP sonar sources simultaneously for optimal coverage and depth targeting. -
Bluetooth & Wi-Fi
Wireless software updates, smartphone notifications, and Lowrance app integration.
🧭 Best For:
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Professional and tournament anglers
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Large bass boats, center consoles, and offshore fishing vessels
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Multi-sonar and networked marine electronics setups
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Anglers wanting seamless mapping, sonar, and vessel control
📦 In the Box
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Lowrance HDS LIVE 12 Display
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Power cable
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Gimbal mounting bracket & hardware
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Sun cover
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User manual
Note: Transducer sold separately. Compatible with Active Imaging™, TotalScan™, and ActiveTarget™ sonar modules.
📋 Technical Specifications
Feature | Details |
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Display | 12″ SolarMAX™ HD, 1280 x 800 |
Touchscreen | Yes (multi-touch + keypad) |
Sonar Support | CHIRP, SideScan, DownScan, StructureScan 3D, LiveSight, ActiveTarget |
Networking | NMEA 2000®, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Mapping | C-MAP Contour+, Genesis Live |
Waypoints | 3,000+ |
Waterproof | IPX7 |
Power | 12V DC |
Mounting | Gimbal or flush-mount (kit sold separately) |