MinnKota I-Link and HB 798CI-HD compatability

[fichtfart]

I’m looking at getting a MinnKota Terrova with the I-Link, and I have a Humminbird 798CI-HD-SI that I’m hoping to interface it to. I realize that the HB I have is on the low end of the MK/HB compatibility list, and that Id need the Enet patch cable. But my question is, will I get the advertised MK functionality on my HB-798, or limited? MinnKota and Humminbird “say” it will work- yet neither can tell me (for sure) that it will or how it will. MK tells me co contact HB, HB tells me to reference the Helix HB/MK user manual. There is no ‘user manual’ for the 798CI & I-Link and I prefer to compare apples to apples, or look for someone that has it- or did it.

(Q1) So, has anyone used a 798CI-HD-SI with I-link?
Once connected, (as the Helix Manual shows) will you be able to use the Maps for contour?
Will you be able to make and save I-Tracks and waypoints saved to your HB?
Will ‘Circle’ mode work?
I’m just wondering, for the ~ extra $400 for I-Link and my current HB- would I get all, some or none of the capabilities. (yes, someday I’ll update my HB, but not now).

(Q2) Also- I-Link comes with the MegaDown sonar which I know wont work on my 798CI. The sonar cable out of the MK head has no connector on it- but I’ve heard that you can remove the MK head cover and there are a couple of screws that will unplug the sonar cable from the head (circuit board I presume)
Is this true?

Thanks!

 

[MRS]

Try Trollingmotors.net they know what is what I just pickup a Terrova 55 unit from them great service and answer all questions. I know with the Terrova unit you only get 2D sonar on the ff, But if you upgrade to the next unit don't remember the name the sonar will do a lot more.