How to Install ActiveTarget® 2 XL on Recon™ | Step-by-Step Learn how to install the ActiveTarget® 2 XL transducer on a Lowrance Recon™ trolling motor using the Recon trolling motor mount kit.
In this step-by-step tutorial, Dustyn walks through everything you need to properly mount and configure your ActiveTarget 2 XL system — including port and starboard reconfiguration, trimming and installing the coiled cable tubing, securing the lower unit mount, attaching the transducer arm assembly, routing cables, and programming stow direction.
The ActiveTarget 2 XL Recon mount is engineered for clean cable management and fast transitions between Forward/Down and Scout modes. With three selectable positions — Forward/Down, Scout Deep, and Scout Shallow — anglers can quickly adapt their live sonar view to match conditions on the water.
Whether you're installing on a new Recon trolling motor or upgrading your setup, this guide ensures proper installation for peak performance and durability.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:10 What’s Included in the Recon Mount Kit
0:52 Tools Required
1:24 Reconfiguring for Port Installation
2:48 Determining Shaft Length & Trimming Coiled Tubing
3:42 Installing Cable into Coiled Tubing
4:52 Preparing the Recon Trolling Motor
5:25 Removing Lower Unit Plugs
5:58 Mounting the Assembly to the Lower Unit
7:41 Installing Arm Assembly & Transducer
8:48 Installing Cable Routing Arm
10:32 Programming Recon Stow Direction
11:34 Switching Between Forward/Down and Scout Modes
12:13 Final Overview of Mount PositionsThere's a lot more great Lowrance content out there. Follow our channels to stay updated with all the latest Lowrance news and stories.
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Condensed Transcript
Dustyn introduces the ActiveTarget 2 XL Recon trolling motor mount kit and reviews included components: mount assembly (preconfigured for starboard), coiled tubing, cable routing arm, and hardware kit. Additional components from the transducer package include the arm assembly, springs, guides, and shoulder bolt.
Required tools include metric Allen keys (1.5–5 mm), flathead screwdriver, utility knife, marker or tape, and tape measure.
He demonstrates how to reconfigure the mount from starboard to port by relocating the cylinder and flipping the detent plate.
Next, determine shaft length and trim the coiled tubing accordingly. Mark and cut the tubing, soak it in warm water to increase flexibility, then feed the transducer cable through the split tubing starting 8 inches from the transducer.
Power to the Recon trolling motor is disconnected. The depth collar is adjusted and the motor deployed. Lower unit plugs are removed and retained for future use.
The mount assembly is positioned on the lower unit, and four mounting screws are started loosely before tightening evenly while positioning the tubing correctly.
The arm assembly is installed with springs and shoulder bolt, followed by attaching the ActiveTarget 2 XL transducer to the arm.
Next, the cable routing arm is installed near the motor head. The transducer cable is secured and routed through the Recon’s coiled shaft tubing, then connected to the ActiveTarget 2 module.
After reconnecting power, program the stow direction using either the Recon FreeSteer™ remote or your HDS® Pro display.
Finally, Dustyn demonstrates the three mount positions: Forward/Down, Scout Deep, and Scout Shallow.
Switching positions requires unlocking the lever, rotating the arm and transducer, and relocking into place.
