Simrad FH80
Gain a clearer, more complete understanding of your trawl with a hub that brings everything together. The Simrad FH80 Trawl Hub provides advanced visibility and gives you total control of your trawl monitoring system. By combining the advanced multi-frequency sonar technology of the FS80 Trawl Sonar with the flexible integration of the FH80 Trawl Hub, you can improve efficiency, reduce bycatch, and make better decisions at sea.
Connect all the sensors you need to succeed
High-performance sonar, PX sensors, and cameras work seamlessly to give you a detailed picture of what is happening below the surface. From net geometry and catch behaviour to live video inside the trawl, the system delivers continuous insight where it matters most.
Building on Simrad’s proven expertise, the FH80 enables advanced telemetry, sensor control, and video streaming capabilities. Optimized for deep-water commercial fishing, the FH80 empowers operators to make informed decisions at sea—reducing bycatch, improving efficiency, and enabling sustainable fishing practices.
Easily integrate the FS80 Trawl Sonar
The FS80 Trawl Sonar provides a versatile solution for a wide range of fisheries, allowing operators to use a single sonar system across different fishing applications. It delivers a crisp, clear view of the net opening in all conditions, enabling crews to monitor fish entering the net, observe fish escaping above the net, and track the bottom or footrope simultaneously. For enhanced gear monitoring, the system supports up to six catch sensors, providing a more complete picture of catch progress. In addition, deployment pack monitoring capabilities include depth, temperature, pitch, and roll sensing, helping operators maintain optimal awareness of gear performance.
Future-ready by design
Built with a compact, modular design, this intelligent solution adapts to suit different fisheries and your current deployment. With open auxiliary integration and support for up to five devices (both Simrad and compatible third-party sensors), you have the ultimate flexibility to expand, refine, and future-proof your trawl monitoring system.
Key features
- Revolutionises your ability to identify, analyse and catch
- Operate both the FS80 and FH80 on a single netsounder (third-wire) cable, or on a third and fourth wire deployment
- Connect up to five AUX-port compliant devices
- Support for Simrad PX sensors
- Enables live video feed and recording from inside the trawl
- Support for two cameras and lamps increases visibility
- Single Fisheries Bridge Unit for FS80 and FH80
- Operate the FS80 only, the FH80 only, or both together
- Customise your system based on your fishing method, targets, and operational needs
- Compact, lightweight design compared to the FX System
- Reinforced eye-bolts for secure mounting
- Cable strain relief included
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Colour display(s)
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Processor Unit (Computer)
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Fisheries Bridge Unit
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Commercial netsounder (third-wire) cable on a winch
This item is not supplied by Simrad.
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FH80 Trawl Hub
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FS80 Headrope Unit
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Camera Unit with camera and LEDs
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PX Gear Monitoring Sensor
More than one FH80 model is available. Only models with an SR receiver and hydrophones support Simrad PX sensors.
How can we help?
If you are experiencing any issues or have technical questions regarding your equipment, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our dedicated SIMRAD support team is here to assist you with any challenges you may encounter.
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