Argos 500
3D forward looking sonar out to 500 meters range
Explore Safely
The Argos 500 Forward Looking Sonar system is the ideal solution for mid-sized vessels ranging from 30 - 50+ meters (90 - 160+ feet).
Detects objects in water column up to 500 meters ahead
Operational speeds up to 20 knots
Designed for easy fixed installation
Designed and Manufactured in USA
Our commercial grade products have been trusted worldwide since 2005.
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Robust Array Face
Tough, marine grade urethane encapsulates the transmit and receive arrays.
A stainless steel housing protects the internal electronics against the harsh marine environment.
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Wet Mateable Connector
An underwater wet mateable connector on the rear of the unit allows for installation and removal by diver while the vessel is afloat.
Minimal maintenance is needed to keep the system working flawlessly.
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Secure Installation
Twelve mounting bolts secure the unit to the fairing integrated into the vessel’s hull. A fixed installation means no moving parts and is suitable for both new build and refit applications.
FarSounder’s fairing designs are suitable for steel, aluminum, and composite hulls.
Experience a Whole New Vision Underwater
Argos 500 Detailed Specifications
Range Settings
100m, 200m, 500m
Field of View
120° up to 200m range
90° up to 500m range
Operational Speed
Up to 20 knots
Chart Overlay
S57/S63 Included
i4Insight Professional+ Optional
(formerly C-Map Professional+)
3D Forward Looking Display with True Target Motion™
Local History Mapping™
Bottom Mapping Range
Maximum Depth Detection
Refresh Rage
~3 Hz to ~.75 Hz Depending Upon Range
Operating Frequency
61 kHz
Maximum Output Power
<1500 Wrms
Angular Accuracy
~1.6°
Roll/Pitch Stabilization
+/- 20°
Multi-ping Target Stabilization
User Defined Alarms
Audible/Visual/Both
Input Power Requirements
110/220 Vac, 50/60 Hz @ ~100 W
Operating System
Windows 10
Direct Integration into 3rd Party Systems
Wärtsilä NACOS Platinum™
Team Italia SRL I-Bridge™
QPS Qinsy™
SDK
Available