GPSMAP® 520s
Garmin International is pleased to announce the GPSMAP 520. For mariners with a keen eye for value, the versatile 520-series plotters deliver a lot of navigation for the money. They feature bright 5" QVGA colour displays, worldwide satellite imagery and a new simplified user interface. Like all Garmin plotters, these utilize WAAS/EGNOS-enabled GPS receivers for extreme high accuracy (typically within 3 meters).
The built-in sounder on the 520s combo model can scan as deep as 1500 feet/ 457 meters (with dual frequency transducer) to clearly paint depth contours, fish targets, structure, etc. The combo 520s also offers split-screen capability, so you can view map and sounder data simultaneously.
Plug in optional BlueChart® g2 Vision™ cards to add true 3D-view detailed mapping capabilities (both above and below the waterline), plus helpful auto guidance, high-resolution photomapping detail, and "real picture" aerial photos of ports, harbors, marinas, waterways, navigation landmarks and other points of interest.
Product Features and Specifications
GPSMAP 520s
* Ultra-bright 5" diagonal QVGA display, 320 x 240 pixels 800 nits of brightness
* New streamlined user interface offers easy selection of functions and features
* Preloaded worldwide satellite imagery
* Single SD memory card slot for BlueChart g2 Vision cards, as well as saving waypoints, routes and tracks to a SD card which can be shared with others
* Built-in GPS antenna
* BNC connector for optional GA29 remote GPS antenna
* Backlit keypad for easier operation at night
* Two NMEA0183 I/O ports
* Unit dimensions: 6.4" W x 5.9" H x 2.9" D
Sounder Features:
* New sounder design featuring excellent shallow water performance
* Power output: 500 watts (RMS) 4000 watts (peak to peak), dual frequency
* Depth: 1,500 feet (dual frequency), 900 feet (dual beam)
* Choose dual frequency transducer 50kHz (45°), 200kHz (10°) for maximum saltwater performance
* Patented transom/trolling mount transducer
* UltraScroll™ high rep rate sonar provides lightning-fast screen updates
* New AutoGain technology enhances target visibility
* CANet™ proprietary bus allows display and control of full feature sounder data on 2nd Garmin chartplotter
* See-Thru® technology: shows weak and strong returns simultaneously
* Water temperature log graphically records water temp data
* A-scope (in dual frequency mode)
* Whiteline
* Adjustable depth line helps gauge desired fishing levels and bottom clearance
* Split zoom display offers a closer look at fish targets and bottom structure
* 2X, 4X and bottomlock zoom
* Adjustable keel offset
* Alarms for fish size, shallow water, deep water and low battery
Enable the full functionality of the GPSMAP 520-series with the addition of a BlueChart g2 Vision SD card
BlueChart g2 Vision cards provide:
* High-resolution satellite imagery when overlaid on the chart, will provide the mariner with unparalleled situational awareness
* Aerial reference photography provides "real world" photos of ports, harbors, marinas, waterways, navigation landmarks and other points of interest, offering the mariner another powerful tool for navigating unfamiliar waters
* Mariners Eye view Provides the mariner with a 3-D perspective of chart information for a quick, reliable and easy position fix.
* Fish Eye view 3D perspective below the water line for displaying bottom contours based on bathymetric charting data
* Auto guidance technology will search the attributes of all relevant charts to suggest the best course for navigation
* Fishing charts, tides, currents, marine services, coastal roads and points of interest detail
Standard Configuration
GPSMAP 520s, built-in receiving antenna, power/data cable, transom mount transducer, crimp connectors, mounting bracket with tilt/swivel, protective front cover, owners manual and quick reference guide
