Garmin GPSMAP 8616xsv Combo GPS and Fishfinder with HD IPS Touchscreen and Built-in Mapping

GPSMAP 8616xsv Combo GPS/Fishfinder GN+

SERIOUS ANGLERS, CRUISERS, SAILORS AND SAIL RACERS DEMAND SERIOUS EQUIPMENT

The easy-to-use, easy-to-install chartplotter/sonar combo delivers MFD performance in a combo-size package.

• Get wider viewing angles and superior clarity on the touchscreen with a full HD in-plane switching (IPS) display.
• Navigate confidently with built-in Garmin Navionics+ inland and coastal mapping¹.
• Easily build your marine system using the best of network connectivity.
• See below and around your boat with built-in sonar capabilities (transducers sold separately).
• From ANT technology to Wi-Fi networking, there are countless ways to connect to your system.
• With SmartMode station controls, everything is designed to give you quick, one-touch access to the information you need.

HD IPS Touchscreen

This display offers wider viewing angles, superior clarity and sunlight readability, even with polarized sunglasses.

Simple, Attractive Mounting Options

You can install multiple displays, either flat mounted edge-to-edge for a sleek glass helm look or mounted flush creating a stunning helm.

GRID 20 Remote Control

The optional, easy-to-use GRID 20 remote input device provides intuitive remote access and control of your entire Garmin marine system.

Traditional and Scanning Sonar Support

Get built-in support for 1-kW Dual-Channel CHIRP traditional sonar for superior target separation and ClearV and SideV scanning sonars to see up to 1,000 below and around your boat at 260 kHz (requires transducer, sold separately).

Live Sonar Support

Pair your chartplotter with Garmin live sonar options (transducer sold separately) to see all around your boat in real time.

Garmin Sailassist Sailing Features

View laylines, race start line guidance, enhanced wind rose, heading and course-over-ground lines, true wind data fields and tide/current/time slider, wind angle, set and drift, wind speed, polars and more.

Preloaded Mapping

Experience unparalleled coverage and detail with built-in Garmin Navionics+ integrated coastal and inland mapping that includes Auto Guidance+ technology3 and a 1-year subscription for downloadable daily updates and more on select chartplotters.

Optional Charts and Maps

Bring a fresh new look and feel to your chartplotter with optional upgrade to Garmin Navionics Vision+ premium chart subscription, featuring downloadable high-resolution relief shading, satellite imagery, sonar imagery and more.

Sailing Polars

Use the polar table to see key data, including how fast you should go at a certain wind angle and speed so you know whether you need to adjust sail trim.

Garmin Marine Network

If you have multiple compatible Garmin devices on your boat, you can share information such as maps, user data, radar and IP cameras among them.

NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 Networks

Connect to autopilots, digital switching, weather, FUSION-Link audio system, media, VHF, AIS and more from one screen.

Activecaptain APP

Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity pairs with the free all-in-one mobile app for access to the all-in-one mobile app for access to the OneChart feature, smart notifications3 , software updates, Helm, Garmin Quickdraw Community data and more.

Integrated Bluetooth and ANT Technologies

Connect with some of your favorite devices, such as quatix marine watches, gWind Wireless 2 transducers, GNX Wind marine instruments and wireless remote controls.

Onehelm Feature

This feature brings together all the operations and capabilities of third-party devices, such as EmpirBus digital switching, on one screen.

Smartmode Station Controls

Get quick, one-touch access to the information you need to ease high-stress situations such as docking. You can incorporate networked sonar, radar, cameras, media and more.

Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor

By networking select Garmin chartplotters with a Force trolling motor and your compatible Power-Pole shallow water anchoring system, you can access advanced boat control features6 from your plotter, including smart anchor auto-deployment, smart anchor jog, auto stow, anchor drag detection and auto guidance7 end-of-route anchoring. Spend more time fishing, less time positioning.

Send InReach Device Messages

Pair your inReach satellite communicator5 to your chartplotter, and type custom messages using your MFDs on-screen keyboard. Access your contact list or enter an email, inReach address or phone number. You can also group messages by conversation for a texting-like experience.

In The Box:

• GPSMAP 8616xsv
• Power cable
• NMEA 2000 drop cable
• NMEA 2000 T-connector
• Flush mount kit
• Sun cover
• Trim piece snap covers
• Documentation

Connections:

• NMEA 2000 Ports: 1
• Connections NMEA 0183 Input Ports: 1
• NMEA 0183 Input (TX) Ports: 1
• Video Input Ports: 1 (BNC composite); 1 HDMI (HDCP compliant)
• Video Output Ports: 1 HDMI
• J1939 Ports: 1
• Garmin Marine Network Ports: 2
• 8-Pin Transducer Port: Yes
• 12-Pin Transducer Port: Yes
• USB Ports: Yes
• Bluetooth Pairing: Yes
• ANT+ (Connectivity): Yes
• Garmin Wi-Fi Network (local) Connection: Yes

¹On select models

²RequiresActiveCaptain appon yourcompatible smartphonepaired to a compatible GPSMAP chartplotter

³Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations

⁴When paired with acompatible smartphone

⁵Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.

⁶Integration of these features requires purchase of a C-Monster GATEWAY through Power-Pole

⁷Auto guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including NICKEL (METALLIC) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

The Garmin GPSMAP 8616xsv Combo GPS and Fishfinder GN+ is engineered for serious anglers, boaters, and sailing enthusiasts who demand reliable, high-performance marine electronics. This versatile multifunction display (MFD) combines advanced GPS navigation with superior sonar capabilities in a sleek, easy-to-install package. Featuring a full HD in-plane switching (IPS) touchscreen, the device provides wider viewing angles, exceptional clarity, and sunlight readability, even while wearing polarized sunglasses, making it ideal for demanding marine environments. Its intuitive interface and customizable SmartMode station controls allow quick access to vital information, streamlining operations during high-stress situations such as docking or race starts. The GPSMAP 8616xsv supports built-in Garmin Navionics+ inland and coastal mapping, offering detailed charts with Auto Guidance+ technology for precise route planning and navigation. Users can enhance their experience with optional high-resolution charts like Garmin Navionics Vision+ for satellite imagery, relief shading, and sonar overlays, providing an immersive view of the water beneath and around the boat. The device supports multiple sonar types, including traditional CHIRP and scanning sonars, with transducers sold separately, enabling anglers to identify targets with superior target separation and see up to 1,000 feet below in real time when paired with Garmin live sonar options. Advanced network connectivity options, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ANT+, and Garmin Marine Network, facilitate seamless integration with other compatible devices, including autopilots, radars, cameras, and media systems. The ActiveCaptain app enhances user experience with smart notifications, software updates, and OneChart access, while the NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 ports enable connection to autopilots, weather sensors, VHF radios, AIS, and more. Additional features include compatibility with Power-Pole shallow water anchors for enhanced fishing control, send-and-receive messaging via paired inReach satellite communicators, and remote control options with the GRID 20 device. Installing multiple displays can be achieved with flexible mounting options to suit your helm aesthetic, from sleek flat-to-edge configurations to flush mounts. The Garmin GPSMAP 8616xsv is built for durability and ease of use, making it the perfect centerpiece for a comprehensive marine electronics system. This product complies with Prop 65 regulations, warning of chemicals such as nickel. The package includes the GPSMAP 8616xsv, power and NMEA cables, mounting hardware, sun cover, and detailed documentation, ensuring a straightforward setup for your vessel.

Features:

• HD IPS Touchscreen: Provides wider viewing angles, sunlight readability, and superior clarity for easy navigation and operation.

• Built-in Garmin Navionics+ Mapping: Offers detailed inland and coastal charts with Auto Guidance+ for confident route planning.

• Multiple Sonar Support: Includes traditional CHIRP and scanning sonar capabilities (transducers sold separately) for detailed underwater views.

• Live Sonar Compatibility: Paired with Garmin live sonar transducers for real-time imaging around your boat.

• Network Connectivity: Supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ANT+, and Garmin Marine Network for seamless device integration.

• NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 Support: Connects with autopilots, weather sensors, VHF, AIS, and other marine electronics.

• ActiveCaptain App: Access smart notifications, software updates, OneChart, and community data via your smartphone.

• Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor Control: Networked control for smart anchor deployment and management (requires Power-Pole system).

• Send InReach Messages: Pair with inReach satellite communicators for on-screen messaging and contact management.

• Flexible Mounting Options: Flat edge-to-edge or flush mount configurations for a sleek helm appearance.

• Integration with Garmin Devices: Share data and systems across multiple compatible Garmin electronics on your boat.