Humminbird HELIX 5 Sonar G2 Dual Spectrum Fishfinder

The Humminbird HELIX 5 Sonar G2 is a standalone Dual Spectrum CHIRP fishfinder for small freshwater boats, aluminum utility boats, canoes, and kayak fishing rigs. Its 5-inch 800 x 480 display and included XNT 9 HW T transom transducer give anglers a ready-to-use sonar system for tracking fish and bottom structure. This model does not include GPS or chartplotting.

Dual Spectrum CHIRP covers a broad 150-220kHz range, with low/wide and high/narrow settings for different fishing situations. The high-frequency view can separate nearby targets, while the wider setting helps show a broader area below the boat. The supplied maximum depth is 1200 feet in freshwater, dependent on conditions and transducer setup. At 615mA on 12V, it remains practical for smaller boat batteries. It is a sonar-only display, without SideScan or network expansion.

Key Features

- 5-inch WVGA color TFT display – Provides a clear standalone fishfinding screen.
- Dual Spectrum CHIRP from 150-220kHz – Allows wide and narrow CHIRP views for different target and depth conditions.
- XNT 9 HW T transom transducer included – Provides the sensor required for the package.
- Up to 1200 feet freshwater depth capability – Gives the listed traditional sonar range, dependent on conditions.
- 500W RMS output – Provides the stated sonar power for target tracking.

Who Is This For?

This Dual Spectrum CHIRP fishfinder suits small aluminum boats, flat-bottom utility boats, canoes, and kayak fishing setups. It is not ideal for buyers needing GPS, charts, SideScan, or a networked marine display; this HELIX 5 configuration is sonar only.

Compatibility

Confirmed components include the XNT 9 HW T transom-mount transducer, Dual Spectrum CHIRP, 150-220kHz sonar, and 10.8-20V DC operation. The supplied information does not identify GPS, NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, radar, autopilot, WiFi, Bluetooth, or third-party transducer compatibility. No named incompatible system was provided.

Technical Specifications

- Brand: Humminbird
- Model: HELIX 5 Sonar G2, 410190-1
- Display: 5-inch luminescent WVGA color TFT
- Resolution: 800 x 480 pixels
- Sonar: Dual Spectrum CHIRP conical sonar
- Frequency: 150-220kHz; low/wide and high/narrow ranges
- Transducer: XNT 9 HW T transom mount included
- Depth: Up to 365m / 1200ft freshwater
- Power draw: 615mA at 12V
- Water rating: IPX7

Warranty & Support

The supplied specifications do not state a warranty term for this configuration. Confirm current Humminbird warranty coverage and exclusions before purchase.

The HELIX 5 Sonar G2 gives more CHIRP control and depth range than the smaller PiranhaMAX 4, while the included transducer keeps installation simple. The trade-off is still a focused sonar role: there is no GPS or charting. Choose it when target detail matters on a small freshwater boat, not when you want an expandable navigation system.