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Garmin GPSMAP 540s Combo w/o Transducer - Internal Antenna, Part # 010-00615-00

GPSMAP® 540s

Garmin International is pleased to introduce the GPSMAP® 540. With an easier-to-use interface and sleek new design, the 540-series pack more value for your navigation dollar. They feature bright 5" QVGA color displays and come ready to launch right out of the box with built-in cartography, new worldwide satellite imagery, and a new streamlined user interface. The 540-series is preloaded with highly-detailed BlueChart® g2™ marine cartography of the coastal United States including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. This data provides detailed coastlines, shaded depth contours, navaids, port plans, wrecks, restricted areas and tide and current information.

The powerful built-in analog sounder found in the 540s can scan as deep as 1500 (in dual frequency mode) and features UltraScroll™ for high-speed screen updates. The 540s also offers split-screen viewing of map and sounder data for easy,continuous reference.

See real-time weather displayed on the 540-series high-resolution, sunlight readable display with the purchase of the GXM 31 antenna (sold separately) and subscription to XM WX Satellite Weather. View vital weather data such as NEXRAD radar, storm cells, wind speeds, surface temperatures, forecasts and more than a dozen other weather attributes directly on the units chart so you can spend more time enjoying the water and less time worrying about the weather. 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 540s

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 with worldwide satellite imagery and highly-detailed BlueChart g2 marine cartography of the coastal United States including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. This data provides detailed coastlines, shaded depth contours, navaids, port plans, wrecks, restricted areas and tide and current information.
Preloaded with Explorer charts covering the Bahamas
View weather overlays such as NEXRAD weather radar and forecasts, current conditions, wind direction, wave direction, wave height, buoy data, lightning, county warnings and much more with the optional GXM 31 antenna
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 NMEA 0183 I/O ports
CANet™ proprietary bus allows display and control of full feature sounder data on Garmin chartplotters
Unit dimensions: 6.4" W x 5.9" H x 2.9" D

New sounder design featuring excellent shallow water performance

Power output: 500 watts (RMS) 4000 watts (peak to peak), dual frequency 400 watts (RMS) 3200 watts (peak to peak), dual beam
Depth: 1,500 feet (dual frequency), 900 feet (dual beam)
Patented transom/trolling mount transducer
UltraScroll™ high rep rate sonar provides lightning-fast screen updates
New AutoGain technology enhances target visibility
See-Thru® technology: shows weak and strong returns simultaneously
Water temperature log graphically records water temp data
Round flasher display mode (in dual beam mode) and 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 540-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

Standard Configuration
GPSMAP 540s, built-in receiving antenna, transom mount transducer, power/data cable, crimp connectors, mounting bracket with tilt/swivel, protective front cover, owners manual and quick reference guide

Accessories:

Owners Manual,Quick Reference Guide,Mounting Bracket,Power Cable,Protective Front Cover

Warranty: 1 year.

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$899.99

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