Description
See fish, structure and your lure in real time with the Garmin LiveScope 2 HD LVS42HD transducer. Designed for detailed imaging at castable distances, it delivers up to 50% more detail and 20% higher resolution than the previous generation, with fewer sonar artefacts and smoother images.
Integrated image stabilisation helps maintain a clear sonar picture as the boat moves, while improved stitching creates cleaner, more consistent views. In freshwater, the LVS42HD can track the bottom at distances of up to 125 ft (38 m).
Unlike earlier LiveScope systems, the LVS42HD connects directly to a compatible Garmin chartplotter and power supply, eliminating the need for a separate sonar black box.
Key Features
- Ultra-high-definition live sonar with improved target separation
- Up to 50% more detail at close range
- Up to 20% higher image resolution
- See fish, structure and your lure moving in real time
- Bottom tracking up to 125 ft (38 m) in freshwater
- Integrated image stabilisation and improved image stitching
- No separate GLS black box required
- Direct connection to a compatible Garmin chartplotter
- Forward, Down and Perspective viewing modes
- Wider sonar coverage in all three viewing modes
- More than 15 vivid sonar colour palettes
- Automatic water detection stops transmission when the transducer is removed from the water
- Integrated water-temperature sensor
- Adjustable Perspective Mode mount included
- Compatible with Garmin Spy Pole™ and OneVü™ sonar systems
Viewing Modes
Forward Mode
Look ahead of the boat and see fish, structure and your lure moving in real time.
Down Mode
View a wide, detailed live-sonar image of activity directly beneath the boat.
Perspective Mode
See a wide overhead-style view that is ideal for locating fish and structure in shallow water.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Sonar type | Live-scanning sonar |
| Supported frequencies | 850–1,600 kHz |
| Transmit power | 521 W |
| Forward beamwidth | 20° × 165° |
| Down/Perspective beamwidth | 20° × 180° |
| Maximum depth/range | 125 ft / 38 m in Forward and Down modes |
| Target separation at 30 ft | 3.8 in / 9.6 cm |
| Target separation at 100 ft | 12.6 in / 32 cm |
| Transducer cable length | 5.5 m / 18 ft |
| Transducer connection | 7-pin |
| Network connection | 1 × Garmin BlueNet™ small connector with GMN 1 adapter |
| Power supply | 10–35 V DC |
| Maximum power consumption | 32 W |
| Recommended fuse | 7.5 A |
| Dimensions | 13.3 × 13.4 × 4.8 cm |
| Weight | 1.646 kg |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Compass-safe distance | 4 in / 10.2 cm |
| Water detection | Yes |
| Water-temperature sensor | Yes |
| Perspective Mode mount | Included |
Compatible Garmin Chartplotters
Compatible with selected sonar-capable Garmin chartplotters, including:
- ECHOMAP™ Ultra and ECHOMAP Ultra 2 series
- Compatible ECHOMAP UHD2 models
- Compatible GPSMAP® xsv chartplotters
- Selected GPSMAP 8400/8600 and GPSMAP 9000 series displays
- GPSMAP 8700 and 9500 black-box systems
- Selected Volvo Penta Glass Cockpit systems
Important: Chartplotter compatibility depends on the exact model, available BlueNet/Garmin Marine Network connection and installed software version. The chartplotter should be updated to the latest compatible Garmin software before installation.
What’s in the Box?
- LiveScope 2 LVS42HD transducer
- Adjustable Perspective Mode shaft mount
- Trolling motor barrel mount
- Power/network cable with adapter
- Adapter disc for the Force® Kraken trolling motor LiveScope mount
- Mounting hardware
- Documentation
Please Note
This listing is for the LVS42HD transducer and supplied mounting hardware only. A compatible Garmin chartplotter and suitable power supply are required and are sold separately.





