Garmin GPSMAP 1042xsv 10" Chartplotter/Sounder Combo w/ BlueChart G3 & GT52HW-TM Transducer Review

GPSMAP® 1042xsv BlueChart® G3 with GT52HW-TM Transducer 10-inch Chartplotter/Sonar Combo Is All-in-1 Solution10” color display with keypad interface and multifunction control knobIncludes GT52-TM transducer for Garmin CHIRP sonar and CHIRP ClearVü and CHIRP SideVü scanning sonars (also availa...ble without transducer)Preloaded U.S. LakeVü g3 maps and BlueChart® g3 charts feature Navionics® data and Auto Guidance¹ technologyHigh-sensitivity internal 10 Hz GPS and GLONASS receiverSupports Panoptix™ all-seeing sonar which includes Panoptix LiveScope™ sonar (transducers sold separately) Experience an advanced all-in-one solution with Garmins 10” GPSMAP 1042xsv keyed combo. A GT52-TM transducer is included for Garmin CHIRP sonar and CHIRP ClearVü and CHIRP SideVü scanning sonars (also available without transducer). There’s also built-in support for Panoptix all-seeing sonar which includes Panoptix LiveScope sonar and a wide range of other transducers (sold separately). Features include a large bright screen coupled with a quick and easy-to-use keypad interface with user-programmable keys and a multifunction control knob.Complete Network SharingGarmin Marine Network support allows sharing of sonar maps user data dome or open-array radar IP cameras and Panoptix sonar among multiple units. Plus there’s NMEA 2000® network connectivity and NMEA 0183 support for autopilots digital switching weather media VHF AIS and other sensors.Built-in Sonar CapabilitiesRight out of the box you have access to some amazing sonar capabilities; all you have to add are transducers. GPSMAP 1042xsv comes with built-in Garmin 1 kW CHIRP sonar along with CHIRP ClearVü and CHIRP SideVü scanning sonars. It even supports Panoptix all-seeing sonar which includes Panoptix LiveScope and other premium Garmin sonar modules (transducers sold separately).Networked combos can share their internal sonar with any other device on the network. You can also choose what information is overlaid on the sonar screen; for example radar time of day or GPS speed.Preloaded with Exceptional Garmin CartographyLakeVü g3 inland maps and BlueChart g3 coastal charts let you experience unparalleled coverage and brilliant detail when you’re on the water. They provide industry-leading coverage and clarity with updated maps and charts that feature integrated Garmin and Navionics content plus Garmin Auto Guidance1 technology and other great features. With Auto Guidance you can use your desired depth and overhead clearance to easily calculate routes and see a suggested path to follow. Up to 1’ contours provide improved detail and a more accurate depiction of the bottom structure. And easy-to-use features such as Depth Range Shading and Shallow Water Shading let you view your target depth and avoid running aground.Built-in ANT® ConnectivityEnjoy built-in ANT wireless connectivity directly to Garmins quatix® marine watches gWind™ Wireless 2 transducer GNX™ Windmarine instrument and wireless remote controls. You can even stream and control a VIRB® action camera from the chartplotter.The Ultimate Connected Boating AppBuilt in Wi-Fi® connectivity gives you access to the free all-in-one ActiveCaptain® app so you can manage your marine experience from nearly anywhere. It creates a simple yet powerful connection between your compatible mobile device and your Garmin chartplotter charts maps and the boating community. Wherever you are you’ll have unlimited access to your cartography the ability to purchase new maps and charts and access to the Garmin Quickdraw™ Contours Community. Stay connected with smart notifications on your chartplotter screen. You can also plan a trip or prefish a lake and ActiveCaptain will automatically sync with your chartplotter. Even get notifications for software updates and decide when to download them on your device.Heading Position Refreshed 10 Times per SecondFast responsive built-in 10 Hz GPS and GLONASS refreshes your position and heading 10 times each second to make your movement on the screen more fluid. It makes dropping up to 5000 accurate waypoints — and finding your way back to them — quick and easy.Quickdraw Contours to Create Your Own HD MapsInstantly create personalized HD fishing maps on screen with 1’ contours. Tailor them to fit your needs. These are your maps — you own them. Keep the data to yourself or share it with the Quickdraw Community on Garmins Garmin Connect™ online network.Built-in SailAssist FeaturesTo help you gain a wind-maximizing competitive edge your chartplotter features a prerace guidance page that shows your virtual starting line along with data fields showing laylines time to burn before the start and a race timer that can be synchronized across all your networked Garmin GPS products. In addition other supported sailing features include an enhanced wind rose heading and course-over-ground lines set and drift true and apparent wind data and more.GPX Waypoints TransferIf you have waypoints tracks or frequently used routes stored on another manufacturer’s GPS product — or on a Garmin handheld device — it’s easy to transfer those items to your new Garmin chartplotter via industry-standard GPX software formatting.Connections:Transducer pin numbers: 12NMEA 0183 input ports: 1NMEA 0183 output ports: 1Video input ports: 1 BNCGarmin Marine Network™ ports: 2NMEA 2000 Compatible: YesWireless connectivity: YesIn the box:GPSMAP 1042xsv chartplotterGT52HW-TM transducerPower/data cableNMEA 2000 T-connectorNMEA 2000 drop cable (2 m)TransducerBail mount kit with knobsFlush mount kit with gasketProtective coverTrim piece snap coversDocumentation¹Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations.Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.