The Humminbird XPLORE 12 CHO is a 12-inch HD TFT control head with 1280 x 800 resolution, internal dual-band GPS, and MEGA Imaging+ capability. No transducer is included, so this model suits Humminbird owners upgrading an existing installation or selecting sonar hardware separately. NMEA 2000, Ethernet, WiFi, and Bluetooth support a connected fishing-boat system.

Key Features

- 12-inch HD TFT touchscreen – Provides a large chart and sonar workspace for fishing and mapping.
- 1280 x 800 resolution – Shows clear detail across charts and MEGA imaging views.
- MEGA Imaging+ capable – Supports advanced sonar functions when paired with a compatible transducer.
- Internal dual-band GPS – Provides the stated dual-band positioning capability for charting and navigation.
- NMEA 2000, Ethernet, WiFi, and Bluetooth – Provides wired and wireless connection options for a Humminbird network.

Who Is This For?

This unit suits anglers replacing a Humminbird control head, building a custom fishing system, or keeping an existing transducer while upgrading to a larger display. The 12-inch screen is useful when charts and sonar must remain visible together.

It is not ideal for buyers who need a complete fishfinder package because the transducer is not included. The bundled XPLORE 12 CMSI+ is easier for a new installation requiring the XM 14 transducer.

Compatibility

Confirmed features include MEGA Imaging+ capability, internal dual-band GPS, NMEA 2000, Ethernet, WiFi, and Bluetooth. The supplied information does not identify a specific compatible transducer, NMEA 0183, radar, autopilot, or third-party chartplotter system. No named incompatible system was provided; verify Humminbird sonar and network requirements before installation.

Technical Specifications

- Brand: Humminbird
- Model: XPLORE 12 CHO, 412020-1CHO
- Display: 12-inch HD TFT touchscreen
- Resolution: 1280 x 800 pixels
- Sonar support: MEGA Imaging+ capable; transducer required
- Transducer: Not included
- GPS: Internal dual-band GPS
- Networking: NMEA 2000, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth
- Warranty: 2-year limited warranty
- Origin: Designed and made in the USA

Warranty & Support

Humminbird provides a 2-year limited warranty. The supplied specifications do not state warranty exclusions or service procedures.

The XPLORE 12 CHO is the control-head alternative to the bundled XPLORE 12 CMSI+, keeping the 12-inch display, dual-band GPS, and MEGA Imaging+ capability while leaving the transducer open for separate selection. This provides flexibility for an existing Humminbird system, but adds compatibility work before sonar can be used. Choose the bundle for immediate MEGA imaging; choose the CHO version for a custom installation.