Lowrance software offers new Trolling Motor features, Live Sonar enhancement & 3rd-party integration
by Lowrance 16 Jul 19:38 BST
ActiveTarget New colour Palletes - Software Update 25.2 © Lowrance
Lowrance®, a world-leader in fishing electronics, today announced the release of software update 25.2, which is packed with innovative trolling motor features, significant enhancements to ActiveTarget® 2, and expanded third-party integrations.
"This software release reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering smarter, more intuitive tools that help anglers fish more effectively and efficiently," said Jeremiah Clark, VP & General Manager, Fishing Systems at Navico Group. "From our new advanced trolling motor controls to sharper sonar imaging and seamless third-party integration, every feature is purposefully designed to give anglers more confidence, control, and improve their time on the water."
This latest update introduces a powerful suite of new features for trolling motors, designed to enhance precision and simplify navigation. One of the most notable features is Depth Routing, which allows users to automatically chart a course that keeps the boat within a specified depth range. By setting a minimum and maximum depth, as narrow as a three-foot range, on their HDS PRO® unit, anglers can let the new Ghost® X, Ghost® or RECON™ trolling motor handle the rest. This ensures the boat stays in the strike zone so anglers can stay focused on fishing.
Another key feature is Anchor at a Distance, which enables the motor to anchor the boat at a preset distance from a waypoint, instead of directly over it, allowing anglers to cast to their target without needing to reposition the boat. Once the angler pinpoints a spot, the motor maintains that position automatically - ideal for maintaining the perfect casting distance without constant adjustments. Also new is Anchor Orbit, which lets anglers lock onto a target and orbit around it at a chosen distance and speed. Whether moving clockwise or counterclockwise, the motor maintains a consistent path, making it easier to cover water efficiently and stay on fish with minimal hassle. Both features are available on the HDS PRO, with the new Ghost X, Ghost, or RECON trolling motors.
The latest software update also brings significant enhancements to ActiveTarget 2, delivering sharper, more detailed underwater views to help anglers better find and catch fish. Improvements in image resolution make it even easier to distinguish fish-holding structures like brush piles and grass lines, offering greater clarity and definition. The update also introduces an optimized split-screen presentation that dynamically adapts to the display, ensuring maximum visibility across all viewing modes.
An enhanced version of the Depth Offset feature allows anglers to fine-tune the system based on the installation height of the ActiveTarget transducer below the waterline. Anglers simply set the offset distance, and the water column between the transducer and the surface is now viewable in Forward mode - allowing for visibility up to the water surface, making it easier to track lures as they drop in - perfect for seeing the bait all the way through the water column, from splash to hookset. Additionally, a new Reverse Range feature has been introduced to maximize on-screen visibility, along with an expanded selection of color palettes designed to enhance the visibility of both fish and bait targets. These options allow anglers to fine-tune the display for optimal viewing in varying conditions.
Finally, the software release expands third-party integration capabilities, including new compatibility with Power-Pole® shallow water anchors via the C-Monster Gateway (NMEA 2000®) or Bluetooth, directly from Lowrance HDS PRO and Elite FS™ displays. It also supports the Power-Pole ONE Pump System and CHARGE battery management integration, featuring a new priority slider that lets anglers choose which battery bank receives power. The update also adds on-screen control compatibility with MOVE® Trolling Motors**.
Integration with Yak Power® products is also now supported. Yak Power is a simple, cost-effective digital switching solution designed for kayaks and small boats, allowing anglers to control lights and other electronics from a keypad. With Lowrance integration, the HDS PRO and Elite FS displays now serve as the keypad - giving anglers full control of their onboard systems directly from their display.
*The optimized split-screen presentation is only available with the HDS PRO and Elite FS 7 and 9-inch units
**Will require an upcoming software update from Power-Pole to enable compatibility with Lowrance devices