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GPSMAP® 526s Chartplotter with Dual-frequency Transducer

The GPSMAP 526 is a compact chartplotter that features a high-resolution, super-bright 5” VGA display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. ItÂ’s ready to go with a built-in, satellite-enhanced worldwide basemap. The GPSMAP 526 also accepts BlueChart® g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, 3D views and Auto Guidance technology.

Explore the Seas
The GPSMAP 526 comes ready to go with preloaded U.S. coastal area map data. For areas outside the U.S., the GPSMAP 526 has a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps. The GPSMAP 526 also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. In addition, the GPSMAP 526 can receive U.S. graphical weather data via optional GXM 51 satellite receiver/antenna. And with an SD card slot, itÂ’s easy to add additional maps without connecting to a computer.

Add Sonar
Where applicable, the sounder version, GPSMAP 526s, comes with a powerful dual-frequency transducer that clearly illustrates depth contours, fish targets and structures whether youÂ’re fishing in freshwater or off the coast. The GPSMAP 526 and GPSMAP 526s are also NMEA 2000-certified for easy connectivity with sensors, instruments and future marine offerings.

Add Extras with BlueChart g2 Vision
With the optional BlueChart g2 Vision SD card, you can add a whole new dimension of exceptional features to your chartplotter.

• 3D MarinerÂ’s and Fish Eye view provides you with a 3-dimensional perspective of map information, both above and below the waterline
• High-resolution satellite images and aerial photographs help you orient yourself in unfamiliar areas
• Auto Guidance technology searches through all relevant charts to create a route you can actually follow
  — one that avoids obstacles, shallow water, buoys and other obstructions

Physical & Performance:

• Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 5.9" x 6.4" x 2.9" (15.0 x 16.3 x 7.4 cm)
• Display size, WxH: 3.0" x 4.0", 5.0" diagonal (7.6 x 10.2 cm, 12.7 cm diagonal)
• Display resolution, WxH: 480 x 640 pixels
• Display type: VGA display
• Weight: less than 1.75 lb (0.8 kg)
• Battery: none
• Battery life: none
• Waterproof: yes (IPX7)
• High-sensitivity receiver: yes
• Antenna: internal
• NMEA input/output: NMEA 0183 compatible and NMEA 2000 certified

Maps & Memory:

• Basemap: yes
• Preloaded maps: no
• Ability to add maps: yes
• Built-in memory: none (cannot load maps to internal memory)
• Accepts data cards: SD™ card slot
• Waypoints/favorites/locations: 3,000
• Routes: 100
• Track log: 20,000 points; 50 saved tracks

Features:

• Garmin radar compatible: no
• Garmin sonar compatible: yes
• CANet® compatible: no
• Garmin Marine Network™ compatible: no
• Touchscreen: no
• Supports AIS (tracks target ships' position): yes
• Supports DSC (displays position data from DSC capable VHF radio): yes
• Audible alarms: yes
• Tide tables: yes
• Hunt/fish calendar: no
• Sun and moon information: yes
• 3-D map view: yes (with optional BlueChart g2 Vision card)
• Auto Guidance: yes (with optional BlueChart g2 Vision card)
• Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): no
• XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S. compatible: yes
• Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."): no
• Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft."): no
• Remote control: no
• Headphone jack/audio line-out: no
• Audio/video input/output: no
• Portable: no
• Automotive/motorcycle-friendly: no

Product Specs

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