Lowrance Elite FS 7 Chartplotter/Fishfinder with HDI Transom Mount Transducer

The Lowrance Elite FS 7 is a compact chartplotter and fishfinder for anglers who want a 7-inch multi-touch display, an HDI Skimmer transducer, C-MAP Contour+ US/Canada charts, and broad network connectivity. The included transducer supports Medium/High CHIRP and DownScan, while ActiveTarget support and Power-Pole integration give the system room to expand on a fishing boat.

Key Features

- 7-inch high-resolution multi-touch screen – Provides touch control for charts, sonar, and system menus in a compact helm.
- 800 x 480 resolution – Displays core chart and sonar information while keeping the unit easy to install.
- HDI Skimmer transducer included – Provides Medium/High CHIRP and DownScan sonar from the supplied transom-mount transducer.
- ActiveTarget support – Allows expansion with compatible live-sonar equipment.
- Ethernet, NMEA 2000, WiFi, and Bluetooth – Provides several confirmed connection options for a broader Lowrance system.

Who Is This For?

This unit suits bass boats, aluminum fishing boats, bay boats, and smaller coastal craft that need charting, fishfinding, and network expansion in one display. The included HDI transducer makes it suitable for a new installation.

It is not ideal for a large vessel where a 10- or 12-inch screen would make chart and sonar split views easier to read. The included transducer also does not provide the SideScan coverage listed with some larger imaging packages.

Compatibility

Confirmed compatibility includes the HDI Skimmer transducer, C-MAP Contour+ US/Canada charts, ActiveTarget, Power-Pole anchor integration, Ethernet, NMEA 2000, WiFi, and Bluetooth. The supplied information does not identify NMEA 0183, radar, autopilot, or third-party transducer compatibility. No named incompatible system was provided; verify Lowrance accessory and network requirements before installation.

Technical Specifications

- Brand: Lowrance
- Model: Elite FS 7, 000-15689-001
- Display: 7-inch multi-touch high-resolution screen
- Resolution: 800 x 480 pixels
- Transducer: HDI Skimmer with Medium/High CHIRP and DownScan
- Networking: Ethernet, NMEA 2000, WiFi, Bluetooth
- Features: ActiveTarget support and Power-Pole anchor integration
- Preloaded charts: C-MAP Contour+ US/Canada
- Warranty: 2-year limited warranty
- Origin: Designed in the USA; made in Mexico

Warranty & Support

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

The Elite FS 7 is a good middle-ground choice for anglers who want an included HDI transducer today but may add ActiveTarget or Power-Pole control later. It offers broader confirmed networking than a basic compact fishfinder, while its 7-inch size fits many fishing-boat consoles. The trade-off is that its 800 x 480 screen provides less viewing area than larger MFDs, and the included transducer does not list SideScan.