RACINE, Wis. – It’s no secret that Humminbird MEGA Live Imaging® has given anglers an unprecedented real-time view under the water and a better understanding how to trigger more bites. Additionally, anglers everywhere have experienced how Minn Kota’s Spot Lock® changed boat control forever, giving them the ability to hold on a spot and catch more fish with less effort. Now, with the introduction of the all-new MEGA Live Imaging TargetLock™, these two groundbreaking technologies can be fully utilized together. Anglers will no longer need to choose between two of fishing’s most powerful technologies – Spot-Lock and MEGA Live, making it easier to stay on and catch more fish.
Humminbird announces the next innovation in live sonar technology with the launch of the all new MEGA Live Imaging TargetLock. Adding to Humminbird’s best-in-class sonar technologies, this new live sonar accessory provides anglers with the ability to control a MEGA Live transducer independently of their Ultrex trolling motor’s steering, giving anglers back the power of Spot-Lock and boat control with their Ultrex motor, while introducing live sonar innovations exclusive to MEGA Live TargetLock and Minn Kota Ultrex users.
Humminbird has been a dominant leader in marine electronics for more than five decades, and its technology and product innovations continue to shape the future of fishing. MEGA Live TargetLock delivers on that tradition by providing the most advanced live sonar system that anglers have ever experienced.
Among a host of other new features, TargetLock is sure to be known as the most powerful new invention in live sonar. With the push of a button, the TargetLock feature locks the MEGA Live onto structure and keeps it in clear view by automatically adjusting the MEGA Live transducer as the boat moves position and changes direction. Whether the boat is moving, drifting, or Spot Lock is engaged, TargetLock does all the work to stay focused on structure and fish.
“Anglers have had to sacrifice boat control in order to utilize live sonar since its inception,” said Joe Brown, Humminbird and Minn Kota’s Senior Director of Brand Management. “Our team has been hard at work to provide full and independent use of the trolling motor and MEGA Live at the same time. Not only are we giving anglers back use of Spot-Lock with MEGA Live, but we have raised the bar with a suite of features that will make Humminbird’s MEGA Live TargetLock and Minn Kota Ultrex the most advanced and capable electronics combination on the water.”
As part of the One-Boat Network®, MEGA Live TargetLock can also be mounted on Ultrex motors alongside Humminbird’s MEGA 360 Imaging® transducer by utilizing an optional dual mount bracket. With MEGA 360 Imaging at the bow, anglers can quickly locate fish-holding structure around their boat and begin catching fish with MEGA Live TargetLock. When you see fish-holding structure on MEGA 360, simply move the cursor over that area and activating TargetLock. The MEGA Live transducer will automatically steer itself in that direction and will lock onto the structure, leaving the angler ready to make their cast without any adjustment to the MEGA Live transducer.
Humminbird MEGA Live TargetLock Features
MEGA Live TargetLock
This will maintain the live sonar view in its current direction, adjusting for changes in boat position and will work at the same time and independently of and Minn Kota Ultrex’s operation, including Spot-Lock.
MEGA Live Sweep
MEGA Live Sweep is designed to provide automatic real-time feedback in a 120-degree view in front of the boat regardless of where the trolling motor is pointed.
Minn Kota Steer
Minn Kota Steer allows for simultaneous control of both the Minn Kota Ultrex and the Humminbird MEGA Live using the Ultrex foot pedal.
One-Boat Network Button
The One-Boat Network Button is a programmable softkey that allows the angler to activate MEGA Live Sweep mode, Minn Kota Steer, set waypoints on the Humminbird charts and more.
Anglers will take advantage of an updated user interface which brings the most-used feature of Humminbird MEGA Live and MEGA Live TargetLock to the forefront.
Features of the new user interface include:
MEGA Live TargetLock Compatibility
MEGA Live TargetLock – Includes MEGA Live Transducer, TargetLock steering assembly, wireless foot pedal, heading sensor, ethernet cable, power cable, mounting bracket and hardware.
MSRP: $2,999.99
Available: July 2022
MEGA Live TargetLock Adapter Kit – Includes TargetLock steering assembly, wireless foot pedal, heading sensor, ethernet cable, power cable, mounting bracket and hardware (no MEGA Live transducer included).
MSRP: $1,499.99
Available: July 2022
Additional Humminbird MEGA Live TargetLock Accessories
MEGA Live TargetLock and MEGA 360 Dual Mount
Anglers can utilize both MEGA Live TargetLock and MEGA 360 simultaneously.
Available: July 2022
MSRP: $199.99
MEGA Live TargetLock Remote
Easily control MEGA Live TargetLock from anywhere in the boat with the wireless hand remote.
Available: July 2022
MSRP: $109.99
About Humminbird and Minn Kota
JOHNSON OUTDOORS FISHING is comprised of the Humminbird®, Minn Kota® and Cannon® brands. Humminbird is a leading global innovator and manufacturer of marine electronics products including fish finders, multifunction displays, autopilots, ice flashers, and premium cartography products. Minn Kota is the world’s leading manufacturer of electric trolling motors, as well as a complete line of shallow water anchors, battery chargers and marine accessories. Cannon is the leader in controlled-depth fishing and includes a full line of downrigger products and accessories.
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