Garmin GPSMAP 531

The GPSMAP 531 is a compact chartplotter that features an ultra-bright 5” QVGA color display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. It’s ready to go with a built-in, satellite-enhanced basemap preloaded with U.S. Inland Lakes and an easy-to-use interface designed to help you navigate the open waters with ease. The GPSMAP 531 also accepts BlueChart® g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, 3D views and Auto Guidance technology.

Navigate the Lake

The GPSMAP 531 comes ready to go with preloaded U.S. Inland Lake map data. For areas outside the U.S., the GPSMAP 531 has a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps. The GPSMAP 531 also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. And with an SD card slot, it’s easy to add additional maps without connecting to a computer.

Add Extras with Inland Lakes Vision

With the optional Inland Lakes Vision SD card, you can add a whole new dimension of exceptional features to your chartplotter.

•3D Mariner’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 to 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

Product Features and Specifications

• Large, ultra-bright 5” diagonal QVGA display, 234 x 320 pixels – over 800 nits of brightness
• Preloaded with charts for over 14,000 U.S. lakes and navigable rivers
• Built-in high-sensitivity GPS receiver
• High-speed processor for fast screen redraws and smooth panning
• Two NMEA 0183 I/O ports
• Streamlined user interface makes it simple to select modes and features
• Single SD memory card slot for Inland Lakes Vision cards, as well as saving waypoints, routes and tracks to a SD card
• Optional Inland Lakes Vision cards provide enhanced navigation features like Auto Guidance, satellite imagery, 3-D
• Mariner’s Eye View and 3-D Fish Eye View
• Backlit keypad for easy operation in low light conditions
• Unit dimensions: 5.9" H x 6.4" W x 2.9" D (15.0cm H x 16.3cm W x 7.4cm D)

Maps & Software Options

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What's in the Box

GPSMAP 531
Tilt/swivel mount
Protective front cover
Power/data cable
Owner's manual

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: 234 x 320 pixels
Display type: QVGA 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: yes (inland lakes)
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: 10,000 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: no
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

Support for this Garmin product

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