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The GPSMAP 8612xsv is Garmin's 12-inch chartplotter and sonar combo for offshore and coastal boats. Its Full HD IPS touchscreen stays readable in direct sun and through polarized sunglasses, and it supports CHIRP, ClearVü, SideVü and Ultra High-Definition scanning sonar without a black box. It networks over NMEA 2000 and the Garmin Marine Network, so radar, autopilot, cameras and Mercury SmartCraft engine data can share one screen. Against smaller 7- and 9-inch units it gives more split-screen room; against Garmin's own 8600 series it is the larger, more expensive step up, and transducers for live sonar are extra.
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Lowest price we've seen: $3,199.99 on Nov 1 at Hodges Marine. Tracked across 9 stores since Nov 1.
Owners rate it highly, with all 11 ratings at 5 out of 5. They praise the bright, sharp screen and the depth of sonar and networking features.
The Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsv is a 12-inch chartplotter and sonar combo (model 010-02092-51). It has a full HD in-plane switching touchscreen with wider viewing angles and clear, sunlight-readable viewing, even with polarized sunglasses. The unit comes preloaded with Garmin Navionics+ coastal charts and inland mapping for the U.S. and Canada, with Auto Guidance+ technology. Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations. Optional Garmin Navionics Vision+ premium map content is supported.
Built-in sonar support includes dual-channel 1 kW traditional CHIRP, CHIRP ClearVü and CHIRP SideVü scanning sonars, plus ultra-high-definition scanning sonar with no black box required. It also supports LiveScope and the full line of live sonar products. Transducers are sold separately.
The chartplotter is fully network capable with NMEA 2000 connectivity and the Garmin Marine Network, so you can add sonar, radar, autopilots, instruments, cameras and multimedia. A premium-performance processor handles map drawing, networking and video distribution. With the SmartCraft connect gateway, it can show RPM, fuel flow, temperature, trim and more for up to four compatible Mercury engines. The OneHelm feature connects to many compatible third-party devices. SmartMode station controls provide presets for docking, cruising, fishing and anchoring. Built-in Garmin SailAssist features provide sailing data and race guidance. Built-in Wi-Fi pairs with the free ActiveCaptain smartphone app for the OneChart feature, smart notifications and Garmin Quickdraw Community data. Multiple displays can be flat-mounted edge-to-edge for a glass helm look or mounted flush.
