Garmin GPSMAP 5208

This flagship marine navigator is missing just one thing — buttons. The GPSMAP 5208 features an unprecedented touchscreen interface, along with preloaded BlueChart g2 maps of the U.S. coast and a big 8.4" screen that makes navigation as easy as pointing your finger. By connecting to the Garmin Marine Network, you can add sonar, radar and weather. For even more advanced features, you can add the optional BlueChart g2 Vision card.

View Detailed Graphics and Video

The GPSMAP 5208 features highly-detailed BlueChart g2 marine cartography of the coastal United States, including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. For other areas, the 5208 has a worldwide basemap with high-quality satellite images in place of more traditional maps. With the SD card slot, you can add additional maps without having to connect to a computer.

The 5208’s huge XGA screen displays graphics with crisp, video-quality resolution. To keep tabs on your engine room or other area of your boat, you can also connect a live video feed with the 5208's video input/output options.

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 mariner's eye view or fish eye view provides you with a 3-dimensionsl perspective of map information, both above the waterline and below it.
- 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.

Connect to the Garmin Marine Network

The 5208 connects easily to the high-speed Garmin Marine Network, so you can interface with additional MFDs and add remote sensors. Once connected, you can share information between the 5208 and other chartplotters on your boat. You can also add high-powered radar, sonar, and XM satellite weather and radio to your system.

Maps & Software Options

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What's in the Box

GPSMAP 5208
Flush mount
Bail mount
GPS 17 with pole mount adapter
Power cable
NMEA 0183 cable
Video cable assembly
Marine grommet kit
Protective front cover
Owner's manual
Installation instruction

Physical and Performance

Unit dimensions, WxHxD:
7.0"H x 11.2"W x 4.2"D
Display size, WxH:
8.4" Diagonal
Display resolution, WxH:
640 x 480 pixels
Display type:
XGA Touch Screen display
Weight:
6.0
Battery:
None
Battery life:
None
Waterproof:
Yes (IPX7)
Antenna:
External
NMEA output:
NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000
RoHS version available:
No

Maps & Memory

Basemap:
Yes
Preloaded maps:
Yes
Ability to add maps:
Yes
Built-in memory:
None (cannot load maps to internal memory)
Accepts data cards:
SD card slot
Waypoints:
1,500
Routes:
20
Track log:
10,000 points; 20 saved tracks

Features

Garmin radar compatible:
Yes
Garmin sonar compatible:
Yes
CANet compatible:
No
Garmin Marine Network compatible:
Yes
Supports AIS:
Yes
Supports DSC:
Yes
Audible alarms:
Yes
Tide tables:
Yes
Hunt/fish calendar:
No
Sun and moon information:
Yes
3D map view:
Yes (w/ optional BlueChart g2 Vision card)
Auto Guidance:
Yes (w/ optional BlueChart g2 Vision card)
XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S.:
Yes
Voice prompts:
No
Remote control:
No
Headphone jack/audio line-out:
No
Audio/video input/output:
Yes
Portable:
No
Automotive/motorcycle-friendly:
No

Support for this Garmin product

Tech Support: 1-800-800-1020
Online: Garmin Support