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
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
