I'm glad Mduncan mentioned viewing the BBC boards. There's a wealth of information there for anyone interested in purchasing new electronics. I found out about the software issue on H/B's, but when I looked over at the other products site, I found folks $3000 plus units had screen issues and replacements weren't available. Made my decision to buy a Humminbird much easier. The good news is the manufacturer finally got the issues fixed and folks who have been without their units will finally get a replacement. It sure pays to look over each companies products and issues before you make your purchase. I know other companies have had manufacturing defects in units and left folks waiting quite awhile for a replacement. Thankfully H/B hasn't had that problem. I'm confident that H/B will get this software issued fixed. My 200 2D, SI, and DI are excellent. I will admit my 200/83 and 83 sure could use some tweaking. Good fishin!