Garmin GPSMAP 1242 Series Chartplotter Combos Review

Thwe 12-inch Chartplotter/Sonar Combo is an All-in-1 Solution12-inch color display with keypad interface and multifunction control knobIncludes transducer with high wide CHIRP 250 W and CHIRP ClearVu/SideVu 455/800 500 W (also available without transducer)Preloaded U.S. LakeVu g3 maps and BlueChart ...g3 charts feature Navionics data and Auto Guidance technologyHigh-sensitivity internal 10 Hz GPS and GLONASS receiverBuilt-in single channel CHIRP sonar CHIRP ClearVu and CHIRP SideVu scanning sonar and Panoptix support (transducers sold separately)Experience an advanced all-in-1 solution with Garmins 12-inch GPSMAP 1242xsv keyed combo. Includes transducer for Garmin CHIRP sonar CHIRP ClearVu and CHIRP SideVu (also available without transducer). It also has built-in support for Panoptix all-seeing sonar and premium Garmin sonar modules (transducers sold separately). Features 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. Includes NMEA 2000 network connectivity and NMEA 0183 support for autopilots digital switching weather FUSION-Link VHF AIS and other sensors.Built-in ANT ConnectivityEnjoy built-in ANT wireless connectivity directly to quatix marine watch Garmin Nautix in-view display gWind Wireless 2 transducer GNX Wind marine instrument and wireless remote controls.The Ultimate Connected Boating AppBuilt in Wi-Fi 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 youll 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.Built-in Sonar CapabilitiesRight out of the box you have access to some amazing sonar capabilities; all you have to add are transducers. Comes with built-in Garmin 1 kW CHIRP sonar CHIRP ClearVu and CHIRP SideVu scanning sonar. It even supports Panoptix all-seeing sonar premium Garmin sonar modules and a wide range of 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.Heading Position Refreshed 10 Times per SecondFast 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. It makes dropping up to 5000 accurate waypoints and finding your way back to them quick and easy.Preloaded with Exceptional Garmin CartographyLakeVu g3 inland maps and BlueChart g3 coastal charts provide industry-leading coverage clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics data and Auto Guidance1 technology. LakeVu g3 and BlueChart g3 include Auto Guidance1 which uses your desired depth and overhead clearance to calculate routes and provide a suggested path to follow. LakeVu g3 provides coverage on more than 17000 lakes with up to 1 contours. BlueChart g3 also includes NOAA raster cartography available as a free downloadable feature via the ActiveCaptain app. Additionally they both offer easy-to-use features such as Depth Range Shading and Shallow Water Shading which let you view your target depth to avoid running aground.Upgrade to Garmins Best Maps on the WaterAccessory map purchases such as LakeVu g3 Ultra or BlueChart g3 Vision add even more features and detail to your maps and charts. LakeVu g3 Ultra and BlueChart g3 Vision add high-resolution relief shading which provides an easy-to-interpret clearer view of bottom structure than contour lines alone plus many other chart and map-enhancing features.Quickdraw Contours to Create Your Own HD MapsInstantly create personalized HD fishing maps on screen with 1-foot 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 Garmin Connect.Built-in SailAssist FeaturesTo help you gain a wind-maximizing competitive edge your chartplotter features a pre-race 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 manufacturers GPS product or on a Garmin handheld device its easy to transfer those items to your new Garmin chartplotter via industry-standard GPX software formatting.In The BoxGPSMAP 1242xsv chartplotterPower/data cableNMEA 2000 T-connectorNMEA 2000 drop cable (2 m)8-pin transducer to 12-pin sounder adapter cableBail mount kit with knobsFlush mount kit with gasketProtective coverTrim piece snap coversDocumentationConnectionsGarmin Marine Network Ports: 2Transducer Ports: 1 (12 Pin)NMEA 2000 Port: 1NMEA 0183 Input Ports: 1NMEA 0183 Output Ports: 1Video Input Ports: 1 BNCVideo Output Ports: NoWireless Connectivity: YesAuto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations.iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries. 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