Garmin GPSMAP 8412xsv With Worldwide Base map and Sonar

Garmin GPSMAP 8412xsv With Worldwide Base map and Sonar

Garmin GPSMAP 8412xsv With Worldwide Base map and Sonar is a premium 12-inch multifunction display (MFD) designed for serious anglers, cruisers, and sailors. As a combo unit, it integrates advanced navigation with built-in high-performance sonar capabilities.

Garmin GPSMAP 8412xsv With Worldwide Base map and Sonar Key Features

• High-Definition Display: Features a 12-inch full HD In-Plane Switching (IPS) touchscreen with 1920 x 1080 resolution. It provides wider viewing angles and superior clarity, even when viewed with polarized sunglasses.
• Built-in Sonar Support: Unlike non-xsv models, this unit includes built-in support for a full suite of Garmin sonar technologies, including 1 kW dual-channel traditional CHIRP, ClearVü, and SideVü scanning sonars. It also supports Ultra High-Definition scanning and the entire Panoptix line without requiring an external black box (transducers sold separately).
• Worldwide Base map: Comes preloaded with a general global reference map. It is compatible with optional premium cartography such as Garmin Navionics+ and Navionics Vision+.
• Smart Mode™ Controls: Provides quick, one-touch access to customizable monitor pre-sets, easing high-stress situations like docking by instantly changing all networked screens to a specific mode.
• Full Networking: Fully networkable via NMEA 2000 and the Garmin Marine Network, allowing integration with radar, autopilots, cameras, and instruments.
• Specialized Sailing Features: Includes Garmin Sail Assist, which provides critical data such as lay lines, enhanced wind rose, and race start line guidance. 

Garmin GPSMAP 8412xsv With Worldwide Base map and Sonar FAQs

• Does it come with a transducer?
  No, the standard package (Part Number: 010-02092-02) does not include a transducer; it must be purchased separately based on your specific fishing needs.
• What sonar types are supported?
  It features built-in support for the full Garmin sonar suite, including 1 kW dual-channel traditional CHIRP, ClearVü, and SideVü scanning sonars. It is also "Plug-and-Play" compatible with Panoptix and LiveScope transducers without needing an external black box.
• What is the "Worldwide Basemap"?
  This is a preloaded, non-detailed map used for general global reference. For detailed navigation, users typically upgrade to Garmin Navionics+ or Vision+ charts for specific coastal or inland regions.
• How does the display perform in direct sunlight?
  The 12-inch full HD IPS touchscreen provides wider viewing angles and superior clarity, remaining readable even with polarized sunglasses.
• Can I network it with other devices?
  Yes, it is fully network-capable with NMEA 2000 and the Garmin Marine Network. You can share sonar, radar, and charts across multiple displays and control third-party systems like lighting or stabilization via OneHelm.
• What are the mounting options?
  The unit can be bail mounted, flush mounted, or flat mounted edge-to-edge for a "glass helm" look. A flush mount kit and bail mount with knobs are included in the box.