When it comes to big-time performance in sonar systems, Humminbird's 500 series definitely sets a
new standard in the industry. With the 565's industry-leading 640 x 320 pixel count, it delivers
incredible detail that you have to see to believe. And with its revolutionary accelerated real-time
operation updating the screen up to 40 times per second, you'll get the instantaneous feedback of a
flasher with an LCD chart's clarity. The Fishfinder 565 uses a dual-beam sonar system with a wide
60° area of coverage. Optimized to show the greatest bottom and structure definition using a
narrow 20° beam, and show fish and structure from a wide 60° beam. Sonar from both
beams is combined into one image on the display. Plus it boasts Humminbird's Clear Edge Inverse
Grayscale to separate fish from cover and identify those normally hidden by the thermocline. The tilt
and swivel quick-disconnect mount makes the unit easy to see from anywhere in the boat and
incorporates all connections within the housing for instant plug-in as soon as you snap the unit in
place.
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Item notes The unit can be returned to Cabela's for a period of 60 days after the purchase date. Then all warranty returns must go to the manufacturer. #3 Humminbird Lane, Eufaula, AL 36027
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When it comes to big-time performance in sonar systems, Humminbird's 500 series definitely sets a new standard in the industry. With the 565's industry-leading 640 x 320 pixel count, it delivers incredible detail that you have to see to believe. And with its revolutionary accelerated real-time operation updating the screen up to 40 times per second, you'll get the instantaneous feedback of a flasher with an LCD chart's clarity. The Fishfinder 565 uses a dual-beam sonar system with a wide 60? area of coverage. Optimized to show the greatest bottom and structure definition using a narrow 20? beam, and show fish and structure from a wide 60? beam. Sonar from both beams is combined into one image on the display. Plus it boasts Humminbird's Clear Edge Inverse Grayscale to separate fish from cover and identify those normally hidden by the thermocline. The tilt and swivel quick-disconnect mount makes the unit easy to see from anywhere in the boat and incorporates all connections within the housing for instant plug-in as soon as you snap the unit in place. Available: 565 Sonar with temp 565 Sonar Plus with speed and temp 565 OEM Sonar without transducer 565 Portable with rugged case
Average Customer Rating:
4.3 out of 5
65 of 71 (92%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Canada Fishing,October 6, 2009
By mountain153from Pa., retired and enjoying it.
"The Humminbird Fishfinder 565 worked great in Canada and is tieded into my Min kota Trolling motor."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 2 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Humminbird 565 Fishfinder,September 27, 2009
By Hank333
"Only used it once but it worked great. A little difficult to assemble. I am glad that I bought the removable transponder bracket for my 14 foot aluminum boat."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 3 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
excellent buy,September 16, 2009
By turkeysandfishinfrom Clinton, Ut.
"I recently bought a boat, because my wife and I love to fish. I looked at a lot of fish finders before deciding to purchase the Humminbird 565. It is one of the best buys for fishing that I have bought. We have been on the lake three times since our purchase and we have slammed the fish. The 565 is very reliable and easy to operate. The installation was also simple. If you want to locate fish, buy the 565."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 4 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Huminbird 565 Portable,September 5, 2009
By SaltWaterFlatsfrom Bonita Springs, FL
"An excellent machine!
I take mine to Canada twice per summer and use it when fishing for walleyes, lake trout and northerns.
The display is excellent and provides great detail. The dual transducer provides excellent expanded area viewing, particularly useful when fishing in relatively shallow water (20' and less).
The portable unit is easy to set up and is quite rugged for transportation. The gel cell battery is fairly heavy, but provides me with sufficient power for almost 7 days of all day operation. The cover is well made and keeps the unit dry during heavy downpours. The additional pockets are great too, in that you can keep everything together in the case very easily.
Battery charging is easy with the included recharging unit. Just don't be fooled when recharging. The instructions tell you that when it is recharging properly, the "yellow" light will come on. Really, the light is orange and should NOT be confused wit the red light which indicates a charging problem.
Absolutely no complaints. In fact when the Humminbird 300TX on my boat in FL finally dies, I plan to replace it with a 565 standard unit!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 5 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Humminbird 565,September 2, 2009
By Jimmer59from Crestwood, KY
"Great replacement for an older fishfinder. Easy installation instructions. Worked flawlessly!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 6 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Awsome,September 1, 2009
By Anonymousfrom Chicago, IL
"It worked just as I had imagined it to! The ease of use when navagating through the menus etc. The only thing about this unit is that it's a little overwhelming with all the features. The only thing I would change or even be willing to pay a little extra for is to have a hard plastic carring case. Like the ones that use to come with the older models. Making the necessary change to accomidate the rechargable battery. Now the case it comes with is ok. Easy to carry around. A little awkward when having to deal with the battery. This soft case is water resistant, but not water proof. This is a problem if your out on the lake in a simple 15 foot aluminum boat, and no where to put the case if it rains. The rechargable battery can't get wet. Other than that, unit works great, and it found the fish."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 7 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
excellent value for the money,August 29, 2009
By gryghostfrom Albany, Oregon
"This product has performed with no problems. I've used it 10 times so far and each time it has showed me fish where i figured there weren't any."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 8 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
hummingbird 565 fishfinder,August 3, 2009
By nick5049from minnesota
"Great unit, easy to install easy to operate. you dont have to search through many windows to get speed temp and depth on one screen haveing battery voltage on a window is nice so you know when to start motor to charge battery. love it"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 9 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Humminbird 565 Fishfinder,August 2, 2009
By atameetingfrom Lake George NY
"Works very well even at high speed"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 10 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Hummingbird 565,July 24, 2009
By RetiredChieffrom Northern California hunter and fisherman
"Works just like I hoped. Great depth, structure definition. Speed sensor is what I needed for trolling precision. Great unit at a bargain price!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 11 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
Hummingbird fish finder 565,July 14, 2009
By eljohnofrom Alamosa CO
"Fish returns are so weak and dim, it is very hard to see them. The bottom display is bright and clear. Using the fish finder on my other boat and the fish returns are bright and clear so its not that there are no fish to look for."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? No
Review 12 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
Good, but ...,July 14, 2009
By MDFishermanfrom Glenelg, MD
"I did a lot of searching for a fishfinder before I purchased the Humminbird 565. It arrived quickly and was easy to install. For a day or so, it worked great. Then intermittently the depth reading would fluxuate randomly between 0 and 10 feet regardless of the true depth of the water. It fails approximately 50% of the time thereafter.
As always, Cabelas customer service is outstanding. I returned the unit today in exchange for a new one. Hopefully the new one will work.
The bottom line: when the Humminbird 565 was working, it worked very well. The display was crisp and easy to read even in bright sunlight. When it failed, well, it wasn't working."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 13 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Humminbird 565,July 13, 2009
By canuckduckfrom Sun Peaks, Brirish Columbia
"This is the third fishfinder that i have had in my fishing life and probably the best. Easy to use . I like the dual scanning and the carrying case (a portable). Recommend it to others.It is a little awkward to connect and disconnect the battery while it is in the case."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 14 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good bargain for a usable fish-finder,June 19, 2009
By Exit240from Holter Lake
"I've used it for a year and it's an excellent unit. Be sure to demand the surface thermometer, but don't waste your money on the speedometer or GPS options (unless you "cross the bar" or fish out of sight of land).
One battery charge will probably last you all year long. I fish 2 or 3 times a week and have never needed to re-charge. I leave it on the charger all winter ong and the battery loves it.
Don't try to use the permanent mount if you have an aluminum boat. You'll never be able to find a turbulence-free spot. I know. I tried and finally gave up, using the excellent suction-cup mount.
Tight lines!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 15 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
2
out of 5
problems right out of the box,June 17, 2009
By amanifrom paradise, utah
"the first trip on the water in Lake Powell and the finder will jump to 675" then to some other lower number and then default to a .60' depth. I have to shut it off and restart and it is good for ?????? time and then it does it again. Speed on the water makes no difference...dead slow or 25 mph. rechecked the installation of the sensor( i have had 3 finders...so I know how to install the sensors) ran it on a separte Cabellas battery and on the boat system.....still inconsistencly gives the .6' foot depth and I have to restart the system. when it is working good clean screen and easy to read and navigate around the menu......must repackage, take the sensor off the boat.. undo the wiring and send it back and hope the next one works better"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? No
Review 16 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
humminbird fishfinder 565,June 15, 2009
By Kentnorthriverfrom Sumas, WA
"Was easy to install marks fish all over screan from top to bottom depths, good clarity, purchased with speed wheel this also works well. Nice to be able to keep same speed accurately when trolling into or with the wind."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 17 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
hard to install,June 6, 2009
By hardcorefisherman14from cedar grove, Wi
"if you get the non portable one it is very confusing to install. other wise it is awesome. Great graphics, very easy to use. big screen!!!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 18 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Package,June 1, 2009
By 10fish
"I bought this for a Canada remote trip planned later this summer. When it arrived it was as advertised and easy to put together. The bag had just enough room to hold everything , but no extra room, I would say just the right size. Played around with the demo mode and found the menus easy to navigate. Took it out last weekend for a trial run and was really impressed. Very good detail of fish and structure. It really made a difference and yes it put us in the fish. If I had a complaint it would be the suction cup mount for the transducer. It came off a few times under power, but no big deal. So I made a portable mount for it using a piece of broom handle,clamp,and a few pipe hangers at the hardware store for 10 bucks. I can't imagine a better portable fish finder for the money."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 19 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
excellent unit,May 29, 2009
By Frank67from st. clair shores, mi.
"I bought the Humminbird 565 portable because I wanted a sonar that would be versatile. I can rent a boat and take the unit with me or I can hook it to a permanent cable on a friends or my future boat. The unit works exremely well. It is very accurate and reliable. I goes along time on a single charge. The portable carrying case is a real nice high quality piece which keeps everything you need for your bird stored securely. Another plus to this unit is that it is easy to use for anyone,even those who are electronically backwards like myself."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 20 for Humminbird Fishfinder 565
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Good value but why two transducers?,May 27, 2009
By Gnusfrom Vermont
"Great screen, easy to use but a bit tough to install especially when you have two different mechanisms to adhere to the transom. On the previous sonar unit, only one tansducer housed both speed and temp."
