Humminbird XPLORE 9 Control Head Only Mega Live 2 Bundle

Description

The Humminbird XPLORE 9 CHO Mega Live 2 bundle provides a 9-inch SolarMAX HD touchscreen with MEGA Live 2 and MEGA Imaging+ compatibility, Humminbird Basemap, internal dual-core processing, and a 1500-nit display. No transducer is listed as included, so this unit suits anglers upgrading an existing Humminbird system or selecting live-sonar hardware separately. NMEA 2000, dual Ethernet, WiFi, and Bluetooth support network expansion.

Key Features

• 9-inch SolarMAX HD touchscreen – Provides a clear display for charts, live sonar, and fishing data.
• 1024 x 600 resolution – Shows useful detail while keeping the control head compact.
• MEGA Live 2 and MEGA Imaging+ compatibility – Supports live and advanced imaging sonar with suitable hardware.
• 1500-nit brightness – Provides the stated brightness for open-helm viewing.
• NMEA 2000, dual Ethernet, WiFi, and Bluetooth – Provides wired and wireless connection options for a Humminbird system.

Who Is This For?

This unit suits bass boats, freshwater fishing boats, and anglers who want a compact live sonar fishfinder with room to expand. Its 9-inch size fits more helm layouts than the XPLORE 10 and 12 models.

It is not ideal for buyers seeking a complete transducer-included package because no transducer is listed. The XPLORE 9 CMSI+ bundle is the simpler choice when MEGA imaging hardware is needed immediately.

Compatibility

Confirmed features include MEGA Live 2, MEGA Imaging+, Humminbird Basemap, internal dual-core processing, NMEA 2000, dual Ethernet, WiFi, and Bluetooth. The supplied information does not identify a specific compatible transducer, NMEA 0183, radar, autopilot, or third-party chartplotter system. No named incompatible system was provided; verify Humminbird sonar and network requirements before installation.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Humminbird Johnson Outdoors
• Model: XPLORE 9 CHO Mega Live 2 Bundle, 412170-1ML2
• Display: 9-inch SolarMAX HD touchscreen
• Resolution: 1024 x 600 pixels
• Brightness: 1500 nits
• Sonar compatibility: MEGA Live 2 and MEGA Imaging+
• Mapping: Humminbird Basemap built-in
• Networking: NMEA 2000, dual Ethernet, Bluetooth, WiFi
• Waterproof rating: IPX7
• Warranty: 2-year standard warranty

Warranty & Support

Humminbird provides a 2-year standard warranty. The supplied specifications do not state warranty exclusions or service procedures.

The XPLORE 9 CHO MEGA Live 2 bundle is the compact control-head option compared with the transducer-equipped XPLORE 9 CMSI+ package. It retains MEGA Live 2 compatibility, a bright 9-inch display, and broad network connections while leaving the transducer open for separate selection. Choose it for an existing Humminbird installation; choose the CMSI+ bundle for a complete imaging setup.