Understanding i-pilot systems in trolling motors.

Understand the difference between iPilot and iPilot Link.
#minnkota
#humminbird
#oneboatnetwork

[@cs776]

Very enjoyable and informational, thank you for taking the time to put this on You Tube..

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks so much!

[@cliff9602]

This was the best explanation of how to use, especially for someone like me that still has problems using cell phone and computers 😅 I have subscribed! Thank you!!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks for the kind words..I'm glad it helped!

[@skipman4735]

I have the min kota riptide Terrova on a tracker v-16wt. I've used it to 1 year. It is amazing. I troll by myself slot. I adjust the speed and set a heading. Now I'm able to put my trolling lines out without trying to keep the boat on course. When I hook a fish it allows me to fight the fish without trying to control the motor. If I hook a large fish I dial the speed back after hookup and reduce the effort to land it. I use spot lock in areas with heavy current. Anchoring in heavy current by yourself can be very dangerous and by the time the anchor sets your usually not where you want to be. This motor is incredible. It's totally changed the way I fish. I increased my catch rate significantly by using it in the past year. I'm out fishing the boats around me . It's a total game changer.

[@migueltrujillo5932]

Your enthusiasm is making me sick, get an Ultrex and be done with. Lol 😀

[@trumpking4874]

@@migueltrujillo5932why? Really the only the different is auto deploy and stow and it will raise for different depths

[@gregstrama7750]

Did you buy 12v or 24v Terrova ? I have simillar bout

[@johnrogers3781]

I also wanted to give a shout out to Minnkota for making an awesome product. I have a 21ft pontoon that 3 large anchors couldn't hold in the wind. But with spotlock my 80lb 24volt Ultera holds me in place on even the windiest days.

[@BlockchainToTheFace]

You should’ve watched some videos on how anchors work

[@jimkingsland1645]

Thank you for this most informative. easily understood presentation. Touched major points I was wondering about and had no explanation of before! Yes more please!’

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks so much for taking the time to write this Jim!

[@cmau885]

I've got a terrova with ipilot link and helix 7. I cast docks so following contour (shoreline) is awesome. Only complaint, if I manually take over to avoid an object, pick a snag, or spot lock to catch a fish...there really should be a resume button. I have to go from front deck back to counsel to reprogram. Resume would be nice.

[@daveengstrom9250]

Excellent observation. I agree. Minnkota, get with it!

[@jimhallila5006]

I have the same problem I have an ulterra with a helix and when I catch a fish while on contour follow I want to hit resume but I have to go through all the screens just to get back to contour follow. What is there a resume key on the remote if it doesn't have a function?

[@lostviking540]

Agreed

[@Bassandbackpacks]

Thank you. Just bought a terrova. You answered all my questions. 👍

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Glad it helped...thanks

[@Bights-On-Fishing]

Thanks for the great video. I hope Minn Kota makes a saltwater I-Pilot to fit a Hobie Pro Angler 14 Kayak.

[@TeamJesusOutdoors]

Great explanation of the differences between I pilot and link!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

thanks for taking the time to write this...much appreciated

[@TeamJesusOutdoors]

@@principleoutdoors8932 my pleasure. Great work should be rewarded, even if in word only!

[@bradmatz8622]

This was the best explanation of these systems I have found thank you and I subscribed

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Brad...I appreciate you taking the time to say that.

[@waderowcliffe4807]

This video was very well done. Some people are just born with the skill of being a great teacher. And you my friend, are one of them. Knowing the info is only part of the process. Well done. I learn alot & enjoyed the video.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

@@waderowcliffe4807 Thanks so much for taking the time to write this...much appreciated

[@brianfreethy9322]

Thanks for the video, it cleared up all my questions, well done

[@johnnoel2042]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@swamp45rat]

Great video John! As I am purchasing a new motor for my boat this spring, this has helped me make an informed decision when picking it up!!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Great to hear!

[@pepajelito1979]

*Looks good even in daylight **enjoyable.fishing** recommend it was exactly what it was described to be , works awesome , overall happy with product*

[@duanew3324]

Very good intro, and Min Kota has really helped the fishermen and women with these products.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Agreed!...thanks for the comment

[@duanew3324]

I have Down Imaging on the trolling motor and side imaging on the boat transducer. It could be that it is working right, and that I haven't set the settings correctly. Thanks for your reply, I am forced physically to wait until next year which has been a bummer since we have had some great late fall weather. Good luck on the water!!

[@rogerramjet7567]

Amazing. Very informative. Thanks.

[@frankclark4104]

Very informative video John...great job

[@striperfishing408]

I been waiting for a video just like this great video. Now I really know the difference between the two.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@djmikelove1578]

The ABSOLUTE BEST review on KZbin! I'm having the Riptide Terrova 24/60/80 w/ I-Pilot (powered by two 50ah LiFePO4 batteries) installed on my 2019 Robalo R160 (90hp Yamaha 4 stroke). I'll pick it up from Charleston Marine on 23 Dec 2021. CAN'T WAIT!!! BEST VID!!!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Michael!

[@Evilbiscuit66]

Yes great video u explain everything to me that I needed to know thank you have a great xmas holiday

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Lames...all the best!

[@coplock6689]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I just bought a MK Terrova and have no idea about ipilot. I believe I only have the ipilot and not the link, but still good video to watch. Thanks

[@russellcherry3288]

Thanks for the great information this has been helpful

[@artieshow8629]

Bought a 55 terrova riptide last year..best investment I've ever made..I mostly smallie fish but go to bays for fluke a few time so choose riptide..its sweet and at 63 no more anchors 😁

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Must be nice to be able to fish fresh and saltwater...very cool Artie

[@evantaylor928]

Best video. I have been searching for this video!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks so much for taking the time leave this note Evan!

[@vinosfinostapasandwinebar5109]

do, let me know when you are in Raleigh. Thanks. Very Clear answer. Got it

[@MartinHentges]

My boat is currently in the shop getting outfitted with entire I-Link system. I’m pairing an Ulterra with a pair of Helix G3N. Can’t wait for the call when it’s finished and ready to go play.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

That's great! You'll have a blast

[@johntully4608]

So after a year, how do you like your Ulterra? Any issues? I’d be curious

[@randylee6823]

I have the 2017 power drive I pilot I really enjoy no issues always performs well.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Awesome!

[@fishingwithhonor2520]

Thank you for sharing! 🐟

[@robertwoodward388]

Thanks for the info

[@smoochmcguire5291]

Great video thanks again

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Smooch!

[@robbiesreapers2292]

Great vid!!!!

[@johnpayton3824]

Nice job Sir!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Much appreciated John

[@clearwaterfishing]

Fantastic information!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks for watching!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks so much Clearwater Fishing

[@joelmyers2026]

Wish you would have spent more time on recording and following tracks. I just bought a Terrova and it's quite different than my old Powerdrive, Still a great video.

[@benlavoie4951]

I put Ulterra with i-pilot link and Helix 7 on my river boat for fishing big rivers. One issue I have found is that many features like cruise control and auto pilot don't operate well when I have boat pointed into the current (as it usually is) and fishing as we drift downstream. I would love to be able to set a speed and distance from shore (similar to lake contour) and have the motor be smart enough to simply slow the boat's drift and bump me in or out based on shoreline. Admittedly, I am still learning a lot about what it can do, but I haven't figured out how to do anything like this yet. I usually just have to do it all manually and then lock spots I like. Just a thought for the next generation

[@muskietime]

Probably 15 years ago, I owned a Pinpoint Trolling Motor which did as you asked: You could set the Distance from Shore. Plus, you could Set the Depth after “teaching it” which side of the motor was closest to shallow water. Unfortunately, most shorelines are irregular (docks, underwater boulders, fallen trees...) and the motor would “correct” for what it saw as the shoreline. The Depth Contour was good but would get really confused with inside or outside turns. Perhaps in the future they can figure this out by scanning further ahead. I was told that the Pinpoint had five transducers built into the unit!

[@thomassater3462]

I just picked up a used boat with various Humminbird Helix screens and an Ulterra with I-Pilot Link, so I'm just starting to figure it all out. But the VERY FIRST THING I noticed was the placement of the buttons on the Link remote. The non-Link remote has buttons on the bottom so you can see the screen above. Plus, any phone in texting mode has the buttons (keyboard) on the bottom, where your thumb naturally is when you hold it. I think buttons on the top was a bad choice.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

I agree with you 100% but keep in mind you can go in to the menu and flip the screen

[@thomassater3462]

@@principleoutdoors8932 True, but the buttons are still upside-down (e.g., the house). Do the direction buttons function backward if you flip the screen?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Pretty sure they do but I never tried it@@thomassater3462

[@shawnkopinski5719]

I recently purchase a Minn Kota Powerdrive with I-Pilot. From the beginning the spot lock has not worked. I hit the anchor button and the motor sits for a second or two and then revs up to 8 or 9, moves off the spot 100 ft and turns off. I have adjusted the boat scale down to -2 to compensate for my smaller boat and still the same result. Minn Kota has told me I need to test my batteries under load. The batteries are brand new. I have 2 12V in series. Output is about 12.8V.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

I can't really diagnose form a distance but if you've calibrated the motor successfully with no luck then I would contact your dealer

[@vaschier72]

Hi, very good video, I have a question ,what is the difference between the two remote control which one is the best and I live in Canada and I had two model to choose of terrova, the first is 135880 model and the second is 1358894 what model you recommande to buy, thank you again

[@principleoutdoors8932]

that really depends on what boat you have. One of those motors is a 45" shaft, the other 60 ". They are for two different boats. Also, they are discontinued models but that's not always a bad thing

[@Aaron.Davis56]

Nice machine, but try getting one. I've been waiting a month for a Ulterra 112/72 Riptide (National Back Order). It's cold in CT so I hope it shows up before Memorial Day

[@principleoutdoors8932]

For sure. Demand was crazy last summer but then over the fall and winter the demand skyrocketed. Minn Kota has increased production and is starting to catch up.

[@brianbartos6388]

THX, again for great break-down explanation of the difference between the both ! Can the I-pilot be retrofitted to be a i Pilot -Link , and at about what is its cost ?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Brian..You can buy a new iPilot "Link" kit which will replace you're iPilot controller. Very easy to do on Terrova...less easy with PowerDriveCost is about $650 USD so most people find it more cost effective to sell their motor and buy a new Link motor.

[@duanew3324]

A great video, I put fishing aside for the last 12 years. Prior to retiring last year, I wanted to upgrade my 16 foot Deep V Tracker with a new trolling motor. I admit I didn't do a lot of research but did ask a lot of questions at Cabela's. Based on their info I bought the Ultrex I Pilot 80#. Due To health reasons, I was unable to put the boat in the water until September of this year. I bought a new Helix Humminbird Chirp GN3 gps Mega SI. I love the combination, but first time out the transducer didn't work on the boat. I was told to switch the Y cable around which fixed the boat transducer but now it seems that the trolling motor isn't working on the down imaging. Now I'm laid up until next year but am wondering if I was sold the wrong cable. Any info would be helpful, so I get it all working before next year. If the salesman would have talked more about the I Link system that is what I would have gotten. Pays to Reseach more thoroughly, but I'm sure I'll be satisfied once things work as they should. Spot lock is amazing.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Duane...I would need to know what transducer is built in to your trolling motor

[@IATG-tl3jf]

Awesome thanks

[@fishnlift01]

Thanks for sharing!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks for watching

[@ollejarleborg1207]

Thank´s for a great video. I have a Minnkota Terrova 55 BT and drop my remote control in the lake . I have now installed the IPilot Link app and trying to pair my iphone with the motor but failed. The motor is powered up and I hear a BEEP from the head when I push the pair button. and the Ipilot is active in the BT list in the phone. What is wrong since I cant pair the motor ?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Ollie...be sure that if you are using the i-Pilot "Link" app, you have a "Link" motor...there are two apps.Also, the pair button must be held down while it tries to pair

[@alekcook9957]

Does it have an option to read the depth of the transducer. So u can set the depth of say 60 ft and it'll follow 60ft by transducer, not the map?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

No it doesn't. I suspect the difference in bottom depths would cause the motor to over work

[@principleoutdoors8932]

You can...IF they are bothe networking models, meaning G3N or G4N (must have the "N":) if yes, you just need one ethernet cable and two AS EC QDE adapters

[@marmac2768]

Does this motor connect to my Helix 7? Or, will I have to buy a new one? Thanks for the video! I just bought this motor and I'm trying to learn how to operate it.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

I don't know which motor you bought....I have another video that covers this

[@brianpeter7139]

@13:58 - I don't think you can use the Minn Kota Heading Sensor puck with Humminbird units as you stated, unless something has recently changed? Doesn't it only communicate with the trolling motor via bluetooth? To get heading info on the Humminbird units you need the Humminbird external GPS receiver with integrated heading sensor, which is yet another $200 extra addon...

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Nice catch. I should have been more clear. It links with the motor through Bluetooth, then you can go to your Humminbird and tell it tu use the motors GPS (which is using the heading sensor

[@fwmarine]

Just bought a Minn Kota Terrova, with I-pilot link. My boat is equipped with a Garmin fish finder. So, it would appear that I should take the Minn Kota back and get one with just I-pilot.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Correct...the Garmin does not have the capabilities to control the Minn Kota

[@jimhallila5006]

Two things you didn't touch on. What is pause and resume used for? When I'm on contour follow and I catch a fish I hit spot lock but the problem is that I want to resume my follow contour I can't unless I go through all the screens to start contour follow again. I once had Pin Point troweling motor and any time I hit pause all I had to do to resume was hit one button on the side of my foot control. This would also let me reverse direction but hitting one button on the side. I find it hard to believe that there isn't a simpler way to resume contour follow. I have a ultera troweling

[@principleoutdoors8932]

sounds like an observation more than a question. I would call the Minn Kota tech line and pass that on

[@billsimpson8802]

Can I buy the little white puck for the power drive trolling motor

[@principleoutdoors8932]

If it is a PowerDrive BT, yes.

[@devernedunnum7215]

Great information but I have one questions. I currently have a Ipilot Ultera. Can I upgrade the head unit with an Ipilot Link system? I love the Ultera but want to switch out my electronics to Humminbird and integrate the two.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Yes you can...find your local authorized service center and they can quote you the cost...Thanks!

[@almaxie342]

My spot lock is an anchor. My GPS is a marker buoy.

[@tool_wizard]

I appeal to your knowledge. I combined humminbird 1198 and helix g4 into a network, I put a dot on 1198 it is displayed on helix, if I put a dot on helix it is not displayed on 1198, how can I fix it?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thank you. I am not familiar with the 1198 so your best bet would be to call Hummingbird's technical line

[@NemadjiOutdoors]

Great Video! Can I add a heading sensor to my Legacy Terrova Link? Model number 1358855

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks...motor needs be a Bluetooth model and it doesn't seem like yours is

[@Dw8977]

Thank you

[@lucst-michel]

Can I use a I-Pilot Link motor with my Helix 9 Gen 2. Thanks for this very good video.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Yes you can. all you need is an AS EC QDE adapter and update the software on your Helix...Merci Luc!

[@steveide3276]

My Terrova iPilot is a 2011 model but has the link. Have not taaken it on the lake to pair with my gen 2 Helix & or Helix 5 on console. Nothing seems to hook up inside boat shed.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Did you use an ethernet cable and ethernet adapter to make the connection?

[@johntully4608]

So I have a Minn Kota on my Tracker boat. Service technicians at BPS say that they get a lot of the Ulterras back for service fixes. They would not recommend them but I really like the auto deploy and the I-pilot link features. Are you aware of problems with the Ulterra and do I need to replace my Garmin echo 16:39 map 16:39 UHD 93sv with a Hummingbird to link the two up. I really like the auto deploy and I pilot features. I liked your video, very informative

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Couple of things to keep in mind...there are thousands of Ulterras out there...if there were consistent problems, it would no longer exist. Most issues are caused by poor voltage...either bad batteries or more likely, small gauge wire between motor and batteries...certain boat brands are famous for this. You will have to switch to Humminbird but won't regret it. The features are awesome. Thanks for the positive comments!

[@diceman220]

Heading censer is on back order. it was supposed to have been in the box. When will I be sent one? No one said it was not in the box. Minn Kota $1999.00 Plus tax.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

That is question for Minn Kota...please call their customer service #

[@fysh1945]

This is a great video for a first-time iPilot Terrova owner like me. Question... Do I need to plug both cables into my Helix 9? They sold me an adaptor for the ethernet cable but not the metal 6 pin cable. And that pin cable doesn't seem to have a plug-in on the back of my Helix? Thanks!

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Sounds like you didn't get the adapter for the transducer in the motor. If the metal 6 pin cable is talk the size of the other cable, you will need and MKR-US2-8

[@robertdowney7393]

Heading sensor. I bought a boat with the 80# terrova I pilot link. Question on heading sensor placement. Mine is on the side of the console and I was wondering if that is ok, or should it be flat on the deck

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Best installation is flat. anywhere in boat that has no magnetic interference (you can check for this with a normal compass). Mine is installed on the back deck.

[@chachi5975]

Do you have any information on the I-track offset? I've seen it advertised but can't seem to find it. I have some tracks following the shoreline and as the reservoir drops I thought I could just move the track over a bit but haven't been able to figure it out yet. I've contacted Minn Kota but they only sent me how to move the file not the actual track!😂

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Hi Cha...It doers not look possible. Only Follow The Contour offset can be done

[@scottperkins4790]

So far (after 2 years), I absolutely hate my Ulterra. Here's why: 1. Spotlock is an awesome feature, but the motor (when rotating) is ridiculously noisy. It works great out on the main lake with any wind because the motor will simply face the wind direction and run continuously to keep you in place. The HUGE problem is when I'm in an area with no current and no wind (like a cove). The moment I hit the spotlock, the motor goes berserk trying to stay in that one spot. The prop will come on at a high enough speed that it pulls itself off the location and then turns 180 degrees to get back on that spot again. It's too stupid to work slowly work back to the spot. It goes back and forth over and over again and the motor noise (not the prop) is crazy loud. It over rotates and binds up in the cables and will eventually stop working and I float off my spot. It's frustrating beyond words and I know it scares off my fish because I've seen it many times. Me swearing at the trolling motor at the top of my lungs doesn't help either. 2. The foot pedal is absolutely worthless. It's a terrible design. There's no way you're standing up and using this pedal to navigate around to fish. 3. I have nearly been thrown from my boat on countless occasions because the spotlock feature decides to run 90 degrees at full prop speed without warning. Minn Kota - I applaud the effort, but please come up with something better. This was a absolutely horrible investment of 3 grand.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

You should share your comments with Minn Kota...have you taken it to a service center yet?

[@scottperkins4790]

@@principleoutdoors8932 I don't think there's anything for them to service. It's simply the way the motor is designed. I've had 2 of them and they both behaved the same way.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

@@scottperkins4790 But how do you explain the 1000's that don't have this issue

[@waynejohnson4941]

@@scottperkins4790 You should re-read the manual on using spot lock. It explains the way to use it without all the gyrations you describe. I usually try to sneak up on my spot so that the boat is moving very very slowly.. Activate spot lock and it will generally stay right there. If you approach too quickly, you will float past the spot and the boat will violently turn to get back to the spot. If you go past quickly,, the motor will react just as quickly to get back to the spot. Could put you in the water if you are not prepared for the change in direction. Hope this helps.

[@chachi5975]

There's a setting for the size of the boat on the spot lock. I had the same problem. If I remember correctly there's a +2 or 2 if you have a really heavy boat which would require more thrust to keep it in place. For me I had to go -2 so the motor was more delicate when holding a position. I hope that helps 🙂🎣 I just noticed that it's called "boat scale"kzbin.info/www/bejne/bILClICDottmq5o

[@coplock6689]

Oh......I did have a question, and this is my first trolling motor so sorry if it's a stupid question, but do I have to lift my boat motor out of the water when using the T motor??? So that it doesnt work against the T motor?? Sorry for the question, I'm new.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Not a stupid question at all...don't worry about where your outboard is. The motor has plenty of power. In fact I keep my outboard down to act as a rudder and keep the ass-end of my boat swinging around on a windy day

[@coplock6689]

@@principleoutdoors8932 Thanks for the reply, and keep up the good videos.

[@WesleyWhite-vo1rh]

How do you use stored spot lock ?

[@patrickhealey6566]

Great video..just purchased the Terrova 24/45/80 US2….question; I have a lowrance hook 5 unit..I know I’ll lose my down imaging but still keep sonar with the built in transducer that on the Terrova…all I need is the compatible cable MKR-US2-10, correct ??

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Patrick. You can look up your sonar/ US2 compatibility here www.minnkotamotors.com/learn/technology/trolling-motors/universal-sonar-2?_ga=2.190444523.1159642399.1651080700-1756615834.1649439848

[@desmondjohnson6360]

Add rivers and it would be great!!

[@diegomedina5690]

I'm having problems spot locking under a bridge. Trolling motor literally goes everywhere but the spot I need to be. Is the built in gps signal too weak for spotlocking under bridges? Would the heading sensor help fixing this problem? ( autopilot 120, sportsman kayak )

[@principleoutdoors8932]

It would be difficult for a GPS receiver to get signals through a concrete and steel bridge. The heading sensor would only help with direction, not receiver strength

[@speedpiet887]

Thanks for the video. Can you plot in way points in the hummingbird, and sail via Them? In Advance thank you.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Speed. Yes you can add waypoints manually or simply on the chart plotter screen when the GPS receiver is locked on. After that, they can be joined together in a route

[@ThePikeHunter1]

Great video. So, my question it would be, an MinnKota motor with i-pilot will work on spot lock mode without being connected with a fishfinder?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Adrian. Yes, absolutely a motor with just "iPilot" will spot lock. You can also do cruise control, autopilot and some other great features

[@ThePikeHunter1]

@@principleoutdoors8932 thank you very much!

[@jakedavid8187]

If my power guide has Bluetooth can I simply buy the i-pilot remote and get all the functions? And if not what CAN I do with my phone through the Bluetooth?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

No sorry you can't. Only the BT / Bluetooth models that hav iPilot can. Your motor would have come with a remote if it had those functions

[@jeffnemish799]

I'm an Old School guy that tends to be pretty tech anal retentive. I just go a Terrova w I-Pilot. It'd be great to have an instructional video on how to correctly set up the remote or pair it with the trolling motor. Maybe even have better step by step instructions Thank you. Sorry for being so tech stupid!

[@mcmuskie2563]

Just ask Utube, there’s lots of how to videos

[@Hookemsteve]

I have the powerdrive v2 and was looking at the upgrade system for changing it to i pilot what are your thoughts on that

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Any upgrade to iPilot is great, even if just for Spot Lock. Keep in mind that if you do the upgrade on a PowerDrive , you can't still use the pedal. Also, the cost is about $400. Depending on budget, it may be better to sell the PowerDrive and buy a new motor withiPilot pre-installed

[@andrewblanchard4265]

Does this allow you to pick a degreed heading? I.e. 240 degrees for big lake trolling

[@principleoutdoors8932]

No but you can point the motor in the direction you want to go and it will hold that heading

[@hanshofmann81]

Does link only pair with humminbird or does it also pair with garmin?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Garmin does not have the capability of running an iPilot Link motor

[@kwaks1979]

I need help finding what we need for adapter from helix 7 g3n to the terrova ipilot. AND what do we need for extra cable from helix to terrova? Also, when we try to do a record on our i-Pilot it says it saves but when we go to I tracks it says that record isn’t as long as what it recorded. So we record 1.8 sq miles and when going to I track it says it’s only 800 feet. Any help with why it isn’t working???

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Hi Shannon...for the Cables, I would need to know exact model of sonar and exact model of Motor...there are different transducers involved here. I suggest calling the tech support line for your question on tracks 1-800-2276433

[@johnnooyen8724]

When using follow contour feature can hit spot lock then unspot lock continue following the contour line or can you jog the contour line?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

You can hit Spot Lock while doing follow the contour. From there you can jog.

[@vinosfinostapasandwinebar5109]

Very helpful video. Thanks! What is the difference between a route and an itrack? Can you plot a route and then have mine kota trolling motor do a "go to" so it follows the route? How many points can be in an I track?. I heard that the itracks use to be six tracks at 2 miles each. Maybe that was just iPolit. Is the new ipolit 66 tracks at 2 miles each or is it less?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks! A route is created on the Humminbird for boat navigation. An iTrack is created with the iPilot motor for the motor to follow.Yes you can create a route on the Humminbird and have the iPilkot follow it, but this is a lot of work. Always easier to press record iTrack and do the route you want, then it will be in the memory. Regular iPilot is still 6 iTracks, iPilot "LINK" is 66....you now owe me some Tapas and wine LOL

[@68ray]

I have an Ulterra Link and a Helix 7 Chirp DI G2. I cant figure out how to pair them. What’s the trick?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

The Helix 7 needs to be a G2N, not G2. From there it connects via ethernet cable form motor and an AS EC QDE adapter

[@Darkrider998]

I have a 2017> terrova I pilot and want to upgrade to I pilot link, I noticed there's a kit you can buy is there any issues you have with the upgrade kit ?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

No issues at all. I've done it myself... 4 screws and plug in the new head...works great

[@MarkBLAKLEY-o1y]

question, I have a Helix 7 on my console can I put another Helix at the front of my boat and run them both of the same transducer ?

[@thomasfrankenberg-u6k]

wonder if I can use a split transducer cable to hook my Terrova built in transducer And my original transducer at the transom to my helix 10.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Humminbird doesn't make a splitter for that

[@JoeyVaillancourt-mp9dy]

My Powerdrive came with a micro remote, can I upgrade?

[@tjcamp3835]

Hello, I enjoyed the information in your video. I just bought my first boat and the seller tells me that the trolling motor and hummingbird are hooked up. If want to switch out the hummingbird for a new one do I have to change out the transducer or are they universal being the same brand?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks TJ...hard to answer that question without all the details. Minn Kota has motors with three different types of transducers. If the motor is 5-10 years old it is probably a US2 (2D) transducer and that will work with most Humminbird

[@borisminkov1405]

Can I record track and follow track with the micro remote? Wasn’t sure if this is function only with regular size remote . Thanks

[@principleoutdoors8932]

You would need the full remote for that. Or if it is a "Link" motor, you can do it on your Humminbird

[@borisminkov1405]

@@principleoutdoors8932 gotcha. Thank you

[@Kdog26]

So the motor has to be wired with a helix? It won’t connect wirelessly?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Correct. IMO Bluetooth is not powerful enough to handle all the data required for motor controls

[@alekcook9957]

I do 6 miles fishing trip. You said that it can record 2 miles only. How do I record 6 miles trip?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

you would have to do 3 consecutive 2 mile iTracks

[@jimmyduggan6296]

Hi there With I pilot link can we pick way point and and tell minn kota to go to that way point? Thanks

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Yes you can

[@411sponge72]

Thank you for the video! I love my I pilot link. You mentioned that its not necessary to install the heading sensor but don't you lose some functionality of the trolling motor without it?

[@jeisonhansson]

Yes, you loose the JOG funktion.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Yes you absolutely loose functionality and accuracy so it is best to install...but most functions will work without it. I just found it funny when customers would ask if they should install it...it's in the box for a reason...thanks Duke!

[@dalehayslip5711]

I just hooked up my new Minn Kota I-pilot with spot lock today be never put in the water I paired the blue tooth and everything seem yo be working but I seen videos were you Got to go out on the water and go in a circle 2 times does that something I have to do with my motor

[@principleoutdoors8932]

@@dalehayslip5711 yes it helps with performance and is very easy to do. Just follow the instructions on the remote...."calibrating"

[@KTMotorsports99]

Do you have to calibrate to motor each time?

[@oldmanpower]

all very true, however don't expect the ipilot to lock onto a spot in windy conditions. it has to work way to hard.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

It is only limited by the pounds thrust

[@butchfolsom4974]

Can I mount the i-pilot trolling motor on the stern of a 14' boat or does it have to be on the bow to work properly?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Hi Butch...It would have to be mounted on the bow for the functions to work properly

[@Jgreenscreen]

I have a PowerDrive BT with foot controller, what the Bluetooth function do on my motor?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

It can be upgraded to a Bluetooth Pilot model, but if you do it, the pedal can no longer be used

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

From what I've read from customers the spot lock feature is really only good if the wind is blowing hard and it's useless under a bridge cause can't get signal don't know if I was a spend that kinda of money on something that's only good if wind is blowing hard which would be nice but not worth 2or 3 grand in my opinion

[@principleoutdoors8932]

I wouldn't be fooled by people who make claims while being pro staff for other brands. The bridge thing, never tried it but the wind does not have to be 2-3 mph for spot lock to work. Denny Brauer just said on Mercers Podcast that spot lock was one of the biggest technological changes in bass fishing. I believe him more than most, along with my hands on experience with spot lock

[@samuelchancock]

Quick question, please. Will the I-Pilot Link and Hummingbird combo, allow the trolling motor to go directly to a way point that is stored. For example, if you're using Silesian and mark a brush pile. Will the trolling motor go to the exact way point and hold its position? Thanks in advance

[@principleoutdoors8932]

You can tell the motor to go to a waypoint that is on the Humminbird. You will have to be within a certain radius of that waypoint though...2 miles I believe

[@cg-keuka]

What Hummingbird fish finder will work with the I Pilot link trolling motors.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

anything that has a G3N or G4N at the end of the product code

[@cg-keuka]

@@principleoutdoors8932 what are the advantages of linking the graph at the bow of the boat and the graph at the steering wheel.

[@principleoutdoors8932]

@@cg-keuka sharing waypoints and sharing sonar info

[@cg-keuka]

Thanks for the reply.

[@johngoodwin2768]

I just bought the Ultrex. It says Ipilot only but it has the wire you mentioned. But the end has 3 pins. Bassproshops told me that it will connect to a hummingbird. I am a bit confused now. You are saying that mine will not connect. Any input will help. Its the Model 1368800. Thank You

[@u2ubecanadacollects943]

iPilot has one cable coming out...iPilot Link has two cables. The one coming out of yours is the US2 cable for the built-in transducer. There is an adapter to connect it to your sonar but it has nothing to do with iPilot functions

[@Cowboy684]

nobody warned me that if i backtrack it will try to spot lock on random waypoints that it leaves behind. lost a downrigger ball and a half spool of seahorse cable when it spun me around in a circle! 😣

[@mikegonzales707]

Can you still use Spotlock on your Ultrex WITHOUT having installed the i-pilot puck?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Hey Mike...yes you can but I would expect it to be less accurate. Very easy install and it is included with the motor so I recommend using it.

[@simonkue]

Yes, that puck is only for Jogging

[@adrianalvarado7407]

2 questions. Can I have a peddle and a remote?? Also can I track and back troll I'n heavy current? At precise speeds?? In other words in reverse. Thanks a lot. Great vid

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Thanks Adrian. You will have a pedal and remote with the following motors...Terrova, Ulterra, Ultrex. Not with PowerDrive. I haven't tried back trolling but You can set the speed of the boat to be a bit slower than the current and it should keep the nose pointed upstream as you move downstream, back end first.

[@wawrzyszko]

Do I have to disconnect the heading sensor from the battery when boat is in storage? Will the heading sensor drain battery when not in use?

[@principleoutdoors8932]

Not at all...when the motorr is shut off , the heading sensor shuts down. Try it and you will see it stop flashing a few seconds after the motor is turned off