Unlock Crystal-Clear Sonar Views from Your Trolling Motor

Imagine gliding across the water with your trolling motor, pinpointing fish and structure in real-time without compromising your boat's sleek profile. The Humminbird XTM-9-HW-T steps up as the go-to Dual Spectrum CHIRP transducer for serious anglers wielding HELIX series units. Mounted directly on your trolling motor, it delivers high-frequency sonar pulses across a broad CHIRP range, blending wide-area coverage with sharp detail to reveal what's lurking below—whether you're chasing bass in shallow weeds or scanning deeper drop-offs.

What sets this apart? Its Dual Spectrum technology lets you toggle between modes on the fly: a wide cone for sweeping large areas and a narrow beam for zooming in on precise targets. Paired with a built-in temperature sensor, you'll track water conditions that dictate fish behavior, giving you an edge before the bite even starts. The rugged composite housing shrugs off rocks, logs, and rough handling, while the 20-foot cable and stainless steel clamp ring ensure a secure, hassle-free setup.

Standout Features for Everyday Fishing Wins

• Dual Spectrum CHIRP Sonar: Full range 150-220 kHz, Narrow 180-240 kHz, Wide 140-200 kHz—adapt to murky water or open depths up to 1200 feet (365m) with exceptional target separation.
• Temperature Sensing: Integrated sensor feeds live water temp data to your HELIX display, helping you locate thermoclines where baitfish school.
• Trolling Motor Design: Low-profile mount keeps it out of the way, perfect for bow-mounted setups on bass boats or multi-species rigs.
• Durability Built-In: Tough composite materials and a stainless clamp ring withstand the abuse of trailered boats and repeated launches.
• Plug-and-Play Cable: 20 feet of shielding reaches most console mounts, ending in a reliable 7-pin connector.

Note that while it excels at 2D sonar on HELIX models with Side or Down Imaging, it functions purely as a 2D source—no imaging support here. This keeps costs down and performance laser-focused on traditional sonar clarity.

Seamless Compatibility with Your HELIX Setup

Engineered for Humminbird's HELIX lineup, plug it into these proven performers:

• HELIX 5 CHIRP G2 (GPS-equipped only)
• HELIX 7 CHIRP G2/G3 (GPS-equipped and CHIRP DI G2), G2N/G3N (all)
• HELIX 8/9/10/12 CHIRP G2N/G3N (all models)
• ICE HELIX CHIRP G2 (open water mode)

Technical Specifications at a Glance

Why Anglers Swear by This Transducer

In the field, Dual Spectrum CHIRP shines by filtering out clutter—think cleaner returns from suspended crappie or bottom-hugging walleye. The wide cone angle (up to 40 degrees in wide mode) covers more ground during trolling passes, while the narrow beam drills down for bait balls amid baitfish chaos. Temperature readings? Gold for dialing in lure choice; warm up top means topwater action, cool below signals jigging time.

Installation is straightforward: clamp it to your motor's shaft (works on Minn Kota, MotorGuide, you name it), route the cable cleanly, and calibrate via your HELIX menu. Pro tip: Position it 1-2 inches below the hull for optimal pulse transmission, and zip-tie excess cable to avoid snags.

California residents, take note: This product may contain chemicals like lead—check P65Warnings.ca.gov for details.

Frequently Asked Questions