How to Install a Fish Finder on Your Boat

Fishing a huge lake or ocean can often lead to poor fishing days without the use to technology. The invention of the fish finder has eliminated a lot of the guesswork in fishing. Fish finders have come a long way in a few short years. Not only do they show you the depth of the water, they now come with fish icons and temperature readings to help you locate the best fishing spot. While the use of fish finders has become easier, installing them has not. Installing a fish finder to your boat can seem like a daunting task, but even the most novice angler can accomplish it. Read on and learn how to properly install a fish finder on your boat.

1. First: Install the transducer

   The transducer, the part of the fish finder mounted under the boat, always stays in contact with the water. You should mount the transducer at least a foot away from the center-line of your boat to avoid adding turbulence and conflict with the motor.

2. Second: Route your cable

   Once you have properly mounted the transducer to the bottom of your boat, you need to route a cable from the transducer to the head of the fish finder. Avoid slack in the cable that could get snagged or that might trip you. Use plastic cable ties every foot and coil the excess cable in an area does not interfere with its surroundings.

3. Third: Mount the head

   For this last (and easiest) step, simply use whatever mounting hardware that came with your fish finder and mount the head to the ideal location on your boat. Once you have securely mounted the head and connected the cable, you can fish all day.