12.1″ SEARCHLIGHT SONAR Model CH-500

Description

12.1″ Searchlight Sonar – Model CH-500

Product Description
The FURUNO CH-500 is a high-performance 12.1-inch searchlight sonar engineered for professional and commercial fishing operations. Designed to deliver fast, accurate, and detailed underwater detection, the CH-500 provides real-time 360° scanning of fish schools, seabed structures, and obstacles around the vessel.

Equipped with Furuno’s advanced signal processing technology, this sonar offers superior image clarity and target separation, even in rough sea or noisy conditions. The compact, durable design and user-friendly interface make the CH-500 an ideal choice for fishing vessels that demand reliable performance and precision.

Key Features

• 12.1″ High-Resolution Color LCD Display – Bright, sharp, and easy to read under all lighting conditions.

• Single-Frequency Operation (60 kHz or 88 kHz) – Delivers optimal detection performance for various fishing applications.

• Full 360° Scanning Sonar – Provides real-time detection of fish and underwater obstacles around the vessel.

• Fast Scanning Speed – Rapid target updates for efficient tracking and positioning.

• Automatic Target Tracking (A-Scope and Tracking) – Displays target direction, speed, and depth for improved fishing efficiency.

• Vertical and Horizontal Display Modes – Allows flexible observation of fish schools and seabed contours.

• Stabilized Beam Control – Maintains accurate imaging in rolling or pitching sea conditions.

• Noise Suppression Technology – Reduces interference from bubbles and turbulence for a clearer sonar image.

• Compact and Robust Transducer Hoist Unit – Built for long-lasting durability in harsh marine environments.

Technical Specifications

• Display: 12.1″ Color LCD (XGA, 1024 × 768 pixels)

• Frequency: 60 kHz or 88 kHz (model-dependent)

• Output Power: 1 kW

• Scanning Area: 360° full-circle

• Detection Range: Up to approx. 800 m (depending on sea conditions and frequency)

• Transducer: Hoist-type, waterproof and corrosion-resistant

• Power Supply: 100–230 VAC, 1φ, 50/60 Hz

• Interfaces: NMEA 0183 / NMEA 2000

• Waterproof Rating: IP56 (transducer unit)

Benefits

• Provides high-definition, real-time underwater imaging.

• Easy to operate with intuitive control and flexible display options.

• Reliable detection of fish and seabed structure in any sea condition.

• Compact and durable construction for long-term use on commercial vessels.

Recommended For
Commercial fishing vessels, trawlers, and research boats requiring a powerful, precise, and easy-to-use searchlight sonar for efficient fish detection and safe marine operations.