I used an 899 for 4 years. I did not know about the upgrade program until I had already used the compact transducer. So I bought the HD transducer. I was sorry I spent the money. Yes there is some difference in clarity but IMHO it was not worth the money. Even though I had the HD transducer my settings stayed on 455.
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