Canadian Owned and Operated Since 1999
General
Sonar Capable
The chartplotters include built-in single-channel CHIRP sonar plus CHIRP ClearVü™ and CHIRP SideVü™ scanning sonars with Panoptix™ and LiveScope™ sonar support on select models (transducers sold separately).
Built In ANT Connectivity
Enjoy built-in ANT wireless connectivity directly to your compatible Garmin devices such as quatix® marine watches, gWind™ Wireless 2 transducers, GNX™ Wind marine instruments and wireless remote controls.
Smooth Tracking
The fast, responsive built-in 10 Hz GPS and GLONASS receiver refreshes your position and heading 10 times each second to make your movement on the screen more fluid.
GPX Waypoints Transfer
Easily transfer waypoints, tracks or frequently used routes from other devices via industry standard GPX software formatting.
Network Capable
The GPSMAP chartplotters are fully network capable for the Garmin Marine Network and NMEA 2000® networking plus NMEA 0183 technology support.
Upgrade Charts And Maps
Optional Garmin Navionics Vision+™ cartography subscription provides downloadable high-resolution relief shading, satellite photos, Auto Guidance+™ technology and more.
Preloaded Mapping
Experience unparalleled coverage and detail with built-in Garmin Navionics+™ integrated coastal and inland mapping that includes Auto Guidance+™ technology and a 1-year subscription for downloadable daily updates and more on select chartplotters.
Garmin SailAssist Features
Use the polar table to view important data fields to help you trim your sails for maximum speed and efficiency. You can also see laylines, set and drift, true and apparent wind data (sensor sold separately), and more.
Complete Network Sharing
Garmin Marine Network support allows sharing of sonar, maps, user data, dome or open-array radar, and Panoptix and LiveScope sonars among multiple units.
ActiveCaptain App
Built-in Wi-Fi® connectivity pairs with the free all-in-one mobile app for access to the OneChart™ feature, smart notifications, software updates, Helm, Garmin Quickdraw™ Community data and more.
Engine Connectivity
Read RPMs, fuel flow, temperature, trim and other important information at a glance. Check with your engine manufacturer for additional hardware needs.
General
Dimension
14.1" x 8.9" x 2.7" (35.8 x 22.6 x 6.9 cm)
Display Resolution
1280 x 800 pixels
Touchscreen
Yes
Input
Keyed
Display Size
10.3" x 6.4"; 12.1" diagonal (26.2 x 16.3 cm; 30.7 cm diagonal)
Display Type
WXGA, NP
Weight
5.2 lbs (2.34 kg)
Waterproof
IPX7
Mounting Options
Bail or flush
Maps & Memory
Accepts Data Cards
2 SD™ cards
Waypoints
5000
Track Points
50,000
Tracks
50 saved tracks
Navigation Routes
100
Sensors
Built-in Receiver
yes
Receiver
10 Hz
NMEA 2000 Compatible
yes
NMEA 0183 Compatible
yes
GPS
yes
GLONASS
yes
Supports WAAS
yes
Built-In Maps
Built-In Auto Guidance+
yes
Garmin Navionics+ Inland and Coastal
yes
Tide Tables
yes
Optional Map Support
Garmin Navionics+
yes
Garmin Navionics Vision+
yes
Topo
yes
Standard Mapping
yes
Garmin Quickdraw Contours
yes
Rester Chart Support
yes
Chartplotter Features
Smart Mode Compatible
yes
AIS
yes
DSC
yes
Supports Fusion-Link Compatible Radios
yes
GSD and GCV Black Box Sonar Support
yes
ActiveCaptain Compatible
yes
GRID Compatible
yes
Wireless Remote Compatible
yes
Sailing Features
yes
Sonar
Displays Sonar
Yes
Power Output
1 kW
Traditional Sonar (Dual Frequency/Beam)
built-in (single channel CHIRP, 70/83/200 kHz, L, M, H CHIRP)
ClearVu
yes with CHIRP (built-in)
SideVu
yes with CHIRP (built-in)
Panoptix Sonar
Yes
Livescope
Yes
Connections
NMEA 2000 Ports
1
Connetions NMEA 0183 Input Ports
1
NMEA 0183 Input (TX) Ports
1
Video Input Ports
1 (BNC composite)
Garmin Marine Network Ports
2
12-Pin Transducer Ports
1
Bluetooth Pairing
Yes
ANT+ Connectivity
Yes
Garmin Wi-fi Network (Local Connection)
Yes
Electrical Features
Power Input
10 to 32 Vdc
Typical Current Draw At 12 VDC
2.2 A
Maximum Current Draw At 12 VDC
2.9 A
Maximum Power Usage At 10 VDC
34.8 W
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Power/data cable
NMEA 2000 T-connector
NMEA 2000 drop cable (2 m)
Bail mount kit with knobs
Flush mount kit with gasket
Protective cover
Trim piece snap covers
Documentation
Partnership Program
EDGE Performance Payouts
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