• The Explorer 438 features digital sounder technology to improve the quality of the sonar images displayed on screen. The Explorer 438 also offers the fisherman a choice of advanced sonar displays such as A-scope, split-screen variable zoom and a choice of color palettes. 
  
  The 256-color spectrum shows at a glance the true nature of the bottom structure and target detail to help identify habitat. Northstar’s Explorer 438 delivers full color performance at a great price.

 

• Explorer 438
  Flush mount kit
  Power/Data cable
  Bracket
  Transom mount transducer
  Sun cover
  Manual
  Transducer manual

Display Size	3.8 in \ 97 mm
Display Resolution	360 x 240 (H x W)
Display Type	256 Color TFT LCD
Backlighting Color	White
Backlighting Levels	16
Multilanguage Display	Yes
Languages Supported	10

Sonar Frequency	200 kHz
Transducer Type	Various: See transducer selection table
Sonar Output Power	Max 200 W
Sonar Depth	Max 590 ft \ 180 m
Sonar Alarms: Fish, Max and Min Depth	Yes
Depth Alarm	Yes
Temperature Display	Yes
Depth Units	Yes
Fish Detection	Yes
Sounder On/Off	Yes

GPS Interface

Yes

Automatic Tuning

Yes

NMEA 0183 Input	Yes
NMEA Output	DBT, DPT, VHW, MTW, VLW, XDR

Mounting	Flush mount, Bracket Mount (Bracket Included)
Waterproof Standard	IPX7
Width	5 in \ 126 mm
Height	5 in \ 126 mm
Depth	1.2 in \ 30.5 mm

Power Supply	10.5 to 32 vDC
Power Consumption	225 mA max - full backlighting
Power Consumption Lights On	225 mA

Adjustable Gain	Yes
Alarm Output	Yes
Button Type	Laser etched silicone rubber and backlit
Compass Safe Distance	39.4 in \ 1000 mm
Environmental Rating	IPX7
External Alarm	Yes
Log Units	Yes
Manual Automatic Control	Yes
Night Illumination	Yes
Non Volatile Memory	Yes
Operating Temperature	0° to 50°C
Sea Temperature	Yes
Speed Damping	Yes
Speed Display	Yes
Speed Units	Yes
Supplied With	Bracket, Power Cable, Sun Cover, Manuals
Trip Log	Yes
Type Of Equipment	Fishfinder