The Minn Kota X12 X Series 12" Fish Finder and Chartplotter combines advanced Humminbird Imaging technology, GPS navigation, and integrated boat control in one powerful fishing system. Featuring a bright 12.1" high-resolution touchscreen, the X12 delivers detailed sonar imaging, intuitive navigation, and seamless integration with compatible Minn Kota trolling motors and shallow water anchors.
This Control Head Only (CHO) model does not include a transducer. It's ideal for anglers connecting to compatible trolling motors with built-in sonar, adding a separate transducer or live sonar system, or sharing sonar data from a networked Minn Kota or Humminbird fish finder.
Key Features
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12.1" High-Resolution Display: Bright 1280 × 800 color touchscreen delivers excellent clarity for viewing sonar, charts, and navigation information, even in direct sunlight or while wearing polarized sunglasses.
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Humminbird Imaging Technology: Supports Side Imaging, Down Imaging, and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar with compatible transducers for detailed underwater views.
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Minn Kota System Integration: Connect compatible trolling motors, fish finders, mapping, and shallow water anchors for coordinated boat control.
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Draw and Navigate: Draw a course directly on the touchscreen and let a compatible Minn Kota trolling motor automatically follow the route.
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Intelligent Depth Control: Detects changing water depths, provides alerts, and can engage compatible Spot-Lock and shallow water anchors when necessary.
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Live Sonar Compatible: Supports compatible live sonar accessories with Forward, Down, and Landscape viewing modes. Live sonar equipment sold separately.
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Minn Kota Maps Included: Access built-in mapping and navigation features, with optional Minn Kota Maps Premium charting available.
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AutoChart Live: Create custom fishing maps with depth contours, bottom hardness, and vegetation information. Includes eight hours of built-in recording time.
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Built-In GPS Navigation: Save waypoints, create routes, record tracks, and navigate to fishing locations.
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Cross Touch Interface: Operate the display using the responsive touchscreen or physical keypad.
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Minn Kota Fishing App: Wirelessly manage compatible equipment, organize waypoints, and access supported system features.
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Ethernet Networking: Connect compatible fish finders, sonar accessories, and networking equipment.
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NMEA 2000 Connectivity: Integrate compatible vessel data and marine electronics.
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Wi-Fi Software Updates: Download software updates directly to the display and distribute supported updates to connected equipment.
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Media Tool: Capture screenshots and record sonar images for review and sharing through the Minn Kota Fishing App.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Manufacturer |
Minn Kota |
| Series |
X Series |
| Model |
X12 CHO VX |
| Part Number |
412390-1VXCHO |
| Display Size |
12.1" |
| Display Resolution |
1280 × 800 |
| Display Type |
Color TFT Touchscreen |
| Controls |
Touchscreen & Keypad |
| Supported Sonar |
Dual Spectrum CHIRP, MEGA Down Imaging+, MEGA Side Imaging+ |
| Transducer Included |
No – Control Head Only |
| Maximum Standard Sonar Depth |
600 ft with compatible standard transducer |
| Maximum Side Imaging Range |
800 ft side-to-side at 455 kHz |
| GPS |
Built-In |
| Waypoint Capacity |
10,000 |
| Route Capacity |
50 |
| Networking |
Ethernet, NMEA 2000 |
| Memory Card Slots |
Dual microSD |
| Power Input |
10.8–20 VDC |
| Power Draw |
2.4 Amps |
Compatibility
The Minn Kota X12 CHO integrates with compatible Minn Kota and Humminbird marine electronics, including:
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Compatible Minn Kota trolling motors with built-in sonar
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Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchors
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Compatible Side Imaging and Down Imaging transducers
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Compatible live sonar systems
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Supported Minn Kota and Humminbird Ethernet networks
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NMEA 2000 marine networks
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Optional Minn Kota Maps Premium charting
Additional transducers, networking cables, or accessories may be required depending on your installation.
In-Dash Installation: An external GPS antenna is required when flush-mounting the X12 in a dash to maintain accurate positioning and navigation. Sold separately.
What's Included
Manufacturer Part Number: 412390-1VXCHO
Important: This is a Control Head Only model. No transducer is included. A compatible transducer or networked sonar source is required for sonar imaging.
Need help selecting the right transducer, mounting hardware, networking cables, or wiring accessories? BassFishin Electronics can help you configure your Minn Kota electronics system for your boat.
