What is this?
What could be better than the universal Lucky Fish Finder 718 echo sounder? User reviews advise paying attention to this device. It is inexpensive compared to more functional models and does its job well. A portable device with a waterproof housing will become indispensable for winter fishing. A built-in temperature sensor, sound alarm and display of fish symbols are the main functions of the locator.
The echo sounder is activated when the sensor is in the water. Two contacts located in its lower part, when in contact with liquid, form an electrical circuit. If the echo sounder is used in the winter season, you can not drill a hole, but measure the depth through the ice thickness. To do this, find a flat area on the river, place the transducer in a bag of water, then move it to where you intend to fish. If fishing at night, the device is illuminated with white LEDs. The operating status of the echo sounder is monitored using a special indicator on the display, which informs about the charge status. The peculiarity is that the device turns off automatically after the sensor is removed from the water.
How to use the device
Everything is elementary. Turn on the monitor. All signals will light up, and a picture with symbols will be drawn on the monitor. Place the sensor on the surface of the water and compare the readings that come from it. As soon as the sensor touches the water, it automatically becomes active. It will turn off only when you take it out of the water, after a couple of seconds.
The sensor sends sound waves in different directions and sends the readings it takes to the monitor. The range is 120 meters and the capture angle is 70 degrees. In terms of its characteristics, the echo sounder is not inferior to professional ones. Therefore, he can be trusted.
The device is universal, and it can be used both from a boat and from the shore, and for winter fishing, lowered into a hole. The sensor is equipped with a mount; it can be easily tied to a rubber boat. From the shore you can attach it to a fishing line and cast it with a fishing rod.
In winter, to save time and avoid cutting down a hole in vain, you can use a little trick. Take a bag, pour water into it, throw a beacon on top and place the bag on ice. Here are all the details of the under-ice world.
There is a video online of how craftsmen attach the “FFW 718” echo sounder sensor to the hull of a toy radio-controlled boat. Surprisingly, with such a simple maneuver you can explore literally every meter of the lake. The effort will be minimal. You won’t have to launch the boat where the fish left yesterday.
Description
A wireless echo sounder for fishing is used for all types of fishing: from the shore or from a boat. It serves as an excellent replacement for a marker rod for catching fish in a new place. An echo sounder saves the fisherman's time. Original devices, unlike fakes, have unique inscriptions, factory Russified firmware and a factory serial number. If you use an echo sounder from the shore, you need to attach a sensor to the fishing line and cast it into the pond using a reel and rod.
The sensor transmits information to the device about the fish and the depth at which it is located. The device draws the bottom topography, which helps identify shallows, edges and channels where fish are hiding. The echo sounder has no wires. When the sensor is in the water, the device automatically starts working. Power is supplied using regular batteries. Many fishermen like the Lucky Fish Finder 718 echo sounder. Reviews confirm that the locator performs no worse than expensive models. It is small in size and multifunctional.
What is it needed for?
A wireless echo sounder for fishing allows you to find out the depth of the reservoir, the structure of the bottom and the presence of fish at a distance of up to one hundred and twenty meters:
- The echo sounder can be used in any weather and season, from the shore or from a boat.
- In order to measure the depth in winter, you do not need to drill a hole. The device checks the bottom and the presence of fish in the reservoir at a distance using a sensor.
- The echo sounder is small in size, ergonomic, and easily fits in your pocket. It is convenient to use and easy to operate.
- The unit quickly finds places where fish accumulate.
- Thanks to the echo sounder, the fisherman saves measuring time.
- The device is capable of completely replacing marker rods, which perform the same function as locators - they measure the depth of a reservoir.
- The device works regardless of the time of day and on any water.
The Lucky Fish Finder 718 echo sounder (reviews confirm this) is an indispensable device for an avid fisherman. It accurately measures the depth of the reservoir, water temperature, and provides complete information about the structure and topography of the bottom.
Review of the Lucky FF718Li model
Among the models of the 718 series of lucky echo sounders there are ice, transducer and wireless devices. The devices differ in the method of power supply: there are built-in lithium-ion batteries, external sources and replaceable batteries.
Lucky FF718Li is a device with two types of echolocation. The device has wired and wireless sensors, they are used depending on the time of year. For winter, a sensor with a wire would be preferable, and in summer, a wireless sensor would be more optimal (convenient to use from the shore).
Echo sounder equipment
The device and all components are located in a plastic container, which makes it possible to easily transport the device. The case contains the lot itself, instructions, warranty card, battery for the wireless sensor, rope, standard 200 W charger, USB for recharging from the cigarette lighter in the car, wired sonar, polyurethane washer, mounting unit.
Specifications
One of the most popular models among fishermen is the Lucky Fish Finder 718 echo sounder. Reviews about the device are mostly positive. Detailed technical characteristics of this locator:
- high-contrast matrix screen 1.61x1.89 inches;
- LED white display backlight, wide-beam, single-beam sensor;
- sensor scanning angle - 90 degrees;
- maximum and minimum depth interval - 40 meters and 70 centimeters;
- measures temperature in Fahrenheit and Celsius;
- wireless communication operates at a distance of one hundred and twenty meters, with the possibility of increasing it to two hundred and fifty (an additional antenna must be attached);
- runs on four batteries;
- there is a charge indicator;
- five sensitivity levels;
- sound signal when fish is detected;
- protection of the housing from moisture;
- bottom drawing, sound indication;
- determination of water temperature;
- operating temperature ranges from -20 to +70 degrees.
If you turn off the device, the changed settings will be saved. The wireless echo sounder Lucky Fish Finder 718 (instructions in Russian included) is universal, but its main purpose is fishing from the shore. It is necessary to attach a sensor to the fishing line of the tackle, which comes complete with the echo sounder. Using a spinning reel and a fishing rod, the sensor is thrown into the pond. A sensitive device transmits the necessary information to the shore. Even in difficult conditions it will not lose its functionality. The kit includes a wireless transducer, a strap for carrying the echo sounder, batteries, and instructions.
Portable wireless echo sounder LUCKY Finder FFW 1108-1.
Hello everyone, ladies and gentlemen, today on my desk is the LUCKY Finder FFW 1108-1 portable wireless echo sounder. An interesting thing for fishing lovers. Characteristics
Display: TN/ANTI-UV LCD, 40*39mm backlit screen. Reading depth from 2 to 130 feet (0.7-40 m) with 1/10th accuracy. Scanning for fish every 5 seconds Multi-level depth indicator. Normal mode and battery saving mode. Automatic power off ensures longer battery life. Display of the bottom surface, vegetation, stones. Wireless operating range 100 meters. Switchable sound signal about the presence of fish. Backlight on/off Battery charge indicator. Floating sonar transducer with waterproof seal. An ideal addition for fishing enthusiasts.
Material: ABS Display: TN / ANTI-UV LCD Screen Size: 40 * 39mm / 1.6 * 1.5in (W * H) Backlight: Green LED / White LED (optional) Unit: meters / feet Power: 4 * AAA alkaline batteries (not included) Wireless sensor range: 90° beam angle Sonar sensor powered by: 1 * 3V CR2032 battery (included) Sonar frequency: 125KHZ Depth range: Max. 130 feet (40 meters); Minimum 2 feet (0.7 meters) Operating temperature: -10 ~ 50 ℃ (14 ~ 122 ℉) Storage temperature: -20 ~ 70 ℃ (-4 ~ 158 ℉) Device display size: 120 * 65mm / 4.7 * 2.6in (W * H) Sensor size: 80 * 60mm / 3.1 * 2.4in (W * H) Package size: 190 * 168 * 58mm / 7.5 * 6.6 * 2.3in Package weight: 300g/10.6oz
Package.
It was packed in film with bubbles and was not damaged during transportation.
This device is supplied in a cardboard box, on the front side of which the device itself and its characteristics are depicted in English.
On the reverse side there is an introduction to the product in Russian.
At the end it is indicated which version is in the box.
Equipment.
In addition to the device itself, the package includes a sonar, a lanyard for easy carrying, and an antenna.
A bunch of waste paper, including instructions in Russian.
Instructions
The lace is made of thick black fabric with a bright LUCKY inscription, its length is 40cm.
It is attached to the sensor with a plastic latch and looks reliable.
This is what it looks like when assembled, it is long enough to be carried around the neck.
The sonar is made of yellow plastic and is shaped like a boat.
On top is the battery compartment.
This device is powered by a 3V CR2032 battery, which is included in the package.
The whole thing is closed with a lid with a rubber seal that prevents moisture from getting inside the device.
Below there are 2 metal inserts, which send an ultrasonic signal.
The principle of operation of the device.
The device, while in the water, sends an ultrasonic signal into the water space; when it encounters any object, the signal is reflected, then the information is transmitted to the device, which processes the received information and displays it on the screen in the form of pictures, I’ll tell you about them later. If the depth is less than 0.6m. the device begins to work incorrectly, this is stated in the instructions, and will also be shown in practice. If the depth is more than 40m. on the device there will be a dash in the depth column.
About the device.
Weight is 124g.
The device is made of yellow plastic with a black insert. Initially, a film with an image of a working device is glued to the screen. There are three buttons to control settings. Signal level. In calm weather and no waves, it is recommended to lower this level to save battery power. Also, to save battery, you can turn off the sound notification about the presence of fish and the screen backlight. Next comes the battery charge indicator and the depth is indicated in meters, you can configure it to be displayed in feet. On the right is a scale of 10 cells. While the fish is displayed on the screen, you can calculate the depth at which it is located. For example, if the depth is 5 meters, then each cell will be equal to 50 cm. The movement of the fish on the screen is shown from right to left, but this does not mean that it is moving in that direction.
The screen backlight is quite bright, but in clear weather there is no need to use it and it is better to turn it off to save battery.
Examples of display at work.
Availability of fish. The bottom is clean.
Display of vegetation on the bottom.
An example when the fish is at different depths.
Rubber inserts are glued to the sides of the device for easy holding.
At the back is the battery compartment, nothing else interesting here.
It is powered by four pinky batteries.
At the top there is a contact with a thread for the antenna.
The antenna length is 20cm.
This is what it looks like when assembled.
This device was ordered as a gift and tested by its happy and satisfied owner, so I will forward all your questions, if any, to him and write answers.
A small selection of videos that were filmed while studying the river bottom using this device.
And the result of finding that very hole, thanks to the device.
Bottom line.
According to the owner: The only minus is 1, like other similar ones, the glitches are broke. That is, if there is a sharp shallow, he will deceive. More practice is needed. There are advantages in everything, because it is a big help in breaking through the bottom, you don’t have to break through with a load and rely on sensations.
From personal feelings I can say that the device is really interesting, it fits comfortably in the hand and does not slip. Thanks to its minimal weight, it will not strain your neck or arm when carrying it. I’m glad that it’s possible to enable and disable parameters such as voice acting and backlighting.
That's all for me, thank you for taking the time to read, and remember, we do not sell or promote the purchase of goods received according to clause 18, but only tell you about the features that we saw when using them, so that you know what to use you come across when purchasing, and it’s up to you to decide whether to buy or not. Everything free for you.
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Reviews
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Lucky Fish Finder 718 wireless fish finder? Reviews from anglers confirm that this unit is reliable, easy to use, and compact. It does not guarantee 100% results in finding fish, but it transmits the most accurate information about the state of the bottom and the filling of the reservoir with prey. The advantages include a good black and white display, good image quality, and functionality.
The device is cheaper than similar models from other companies. The assembly is done with high quality. The locator is lightweight, the display shows information about the depth, current water temperature, the presence of fish in the reservoir, bottom profile, depth scale, battery charge level, and signal from the sensor. The menu in the echo sounder is convenient, and the operating principle is quite easy to understand. The transmitter housing is sealed, the signal is good. One of the disadvantages is that it is easy to buy a fake instead of the original echo sounder. It is better to buy the device in specialized stores. Do not hesitate to ask the seller to show a certificate for the product.
Basic features of the echo sounder
The echo sounder has simple software; settings are easily saved after switching off. A device with one transducer for mounting on a transom does not have many uses. Lucky FF718Li will determine the depth of the reservoir in a matter of seconds and identify underwater inhabitants. The device is compact and lightweight. The polyurethane washer will prevent the sonar from sinking. The echo sounder can be mounted on a remote holder; this method is faster and more convenient than mounting on the transom.
● the echo sounder is completely waterproof;
● the body is made of plastic that is pleasant to the touch, the device is comfortable to hold in your hands;
● the lot has an antenna to receive a signal from a wireless echo sounder.
● there is an input for connecting the main wired sensor, as well as an input for power supply;
● all connectors are tightly closed, which prevents water from entering;
● a two-beam device has an angle of 20° at a power of 200 KHz, and 60° at 83 KHz (can work simultaneously);
● there is a backlight;
● you can select sensitivity, 9 levels in total;
● depth range - 100 m;
● depth can be set manually or automatically.
