Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv Plus Touchscreen Combo w/ GMR 18HD+ Radar Review

GPSMAP® 1242xsv Plus Touchscreen GPS/Fishfinder Combo with GMR 18HD+ RadarGPSMAP® 1242xsv Plus Touchscreen GPS/Fishfinder ComboAdvanced navigation. Ultimate integration. This compact 12” GPSMAP® 1242xsv Touch Plus touchscreen combo seamlessly integrates into your Garmin marine system for full c...ontrol of your connected helm. It supports 1 kW CHIRP traditional sonar ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonars and Panoptix™ all-seeing sonar including Panoptix LiveScope™ sonar. Preloaded BlueChart® g3 coastal charts and LakeVü g3 inland maps give you the best of Garmin and Navionics® data and Auto Guidance* technology. Share maps user data radar and IP cameras among multiple units using the Garmin Marine Network. NMEA 2000® and NMEA 0183 networking connect you to autopilots digital switching weather media VHF AIS and other sensors. Plus this unit uses ANT® technology to pair with compatible Garmin devices such as marine watches transducers wireless remote controls and more. It also includes built-in Garmin SailAssist™ features such as laylines race features set and drift wind data and more. Add the free all-in-one ActiveCaptain® app to manage your marine experience from nearly anywhere.*Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operationsFeatures:Bright sunlight-readable 12” intuitive touchscreen is easy to use in any environmentBuilt-in 1 kW CHIRP traditional and ClearVü scanning sonar (transducers sold separately)Supports Panoptix™ all-seeing sonar including Panoptix LiveScope™ sonarJ1939 engine connectivity for easy integration with engines such as Yamaha and our exclusive OneHelm™ feature for connecting to third-party devices such as EmpirBus™ digital switchingEasily build your marine system — from sonar and autopilots to cameras and multimedia — using NMEA 2000® and NMEA 0183 network connectivity and the Garmin Marine NetworkPreloaded BlueChart® g3 coastal charts and LakeVü g3 inland maps with integrated Navionics® data and Auto Guidance* technologyBuilt-in Garmin SailAssist™ features including laylines race features set and drift wind data and moreAdd free all-in-one ActiveCaptain® app to manage your marine experience from nearly anywhereIntegrated ANT® technology support for use with quatix® marine watches gWind™ Wireless 2 transducer GNX™ Wind marine instrument and wireless remote controls*Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operationsGMR 18HD+ RadarThe compact GMR 18 HD+ dome radar is a good choice for boats with limited room for radar placement. It delivers 4 kW of transmit power and clear echo definition at all ranges to enhance situational awareness. Overlay radar images onto your chartplotter map page; however for best overlay results an optional autopilot or heading sensor is recommended. It also helps you avoid traffic on the water. GMR 18 HD+ provides MARPA target tracking when combined with a multifunction display and heading sensor (sold separately).Dynamic Auto Gain automatically adjusts to your surroundings for optimal performance in all conditions. Dynamic Sea Filter automatically adjusts sea clutter depending on sea conditions. GMR 18 HD+ features 8-bit true color resolution for a clear presentation on your chartplotter screen. It has a maximum range of 36 nautical miles with a minimum range of 20 meters and a rotation speed of 24 RPM. There are no complex user settings and it’s easy to install and start using.Features:Streamlined 18-inch 4kW dome radarDeliver 4kW of transmit power and clear echo definition at all rangesDynamic Auto Gain automatically adjusts to your surroundings for optimal performance in all conditionsDynamic Sea Filter automatically adjusts gain to changing sea conditionsOverlays the radar image on the chartplotter map page (autopilot or heading sensor is recommended for best results)MARPA target tracking when combined with a multifunction display and heading sensor (sold separately)Beam angles: 5.0° horizontal 25° verticalMax range: 36 nautical milesMinimum range: 20 metersRotation speed: 24 revolutions/minuteNo complex user settings; easy to install and start usingIn The BoxChartplotterGPSMAP 1242xs Plus chartplotterPower cable8-pin transducer to 12-pin sonar adapter cableBail mount with knobsFlush mount kit with gasketProtective coverTrim piece snap coversDocumentationRadarGMR 18 HD+ radomeMounting hardware kitPower cable (15 m)Network cable (15 m)Installation instructionsMounting templateConnectionsGarmin Marine Network™ Ports: 2Transducer Ports: 1 (12 Pin)NMEA 2000® Port: 1NMEA 0183 Input Ports: 1NMEA 0183 Output Ports: 1J1939 Port: 1Video Input Ports:  1 BNCVideo Output Ports: 1 HDMIWireless Connectivity: Yes