Garmin GPSMAP 8008 Multifunction Display

Overview Garmin GPSMAP 8008 Multifunction Display

Garmin GPSMAP 8008 Multifunction Display is a 8.4-inch network-ready marine display built for charting, monitoring, and multi-window helm use. It supports 10Hz External and NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 Compatible for smooth integration with radar, sonar, and onboard instruments. Key onboard capabilities include 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA), 10Hz External, NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 Compatible.

In a professional yacht electronics setup, the 8008 often serves as a secondary display for radar or engine monitoring, or as the primary navigator for a small but high-performance boat. Its compact footprint allows it to be installed in locations where larger 12-inch or 16-inch screens simply won’t fit, yet it retains the same processing power and networking depth as its larger counterparts in the 8000 series.

Key Features

• High-Resolution SVGA Touchscreen: The 8.4-inch display features an 800×600 pixel resolution, providing sharp, clear imagery for charts, radar, and sonar. The multi-touch interface allows for fluid “pinch-to-zoom” operation, making it easy to navigate through complex menus while underway.
• 10Hz High-Sensitivity GPS Receiver: Included in the box is the GPS 19x NMEA 2000 antenna. This external receiver updates your position and heading ten times per second, providing significantly smoother movement on the screen compared to standard internal
• Exclusive Flat-Mount Glass Helm: For those seeking the custom appearance, this unit supports a flat-mount option. This allows the display to sit perfectly flush with the dashboard, creating a seamless “glass helm” look typically found only on million-dollar custom yachts.
• Fully Networkable NMEA 2000 Integration: The system is designed for total connectivity. It can easily interface with digital switching, engine data, autopilot, and various marine sensors, allowing you to monitor all vessel vitals from a single screen.
• Black Box Sonar Compatibility: While the unit focuses on navigation and networking, it is fully compatible with Garmin’s premium GSD and GCV black box sonar modules, allowing you to add high-definition CHIRP or scanning sonar capabilities whenever you are ready.
• Anti-Glare Marine Display: The touchscreen is treated with a specialized coating that reduces reflections and fingerprint smudges, ensuring that your view of the chart is never obstructed by environmental glare or heavy usage.

Applications

In a professional yacht electronics setup, the 8008 often serves as a secondary display for radar or engine monitoring, or as the primary navigator for a small but high-performance boat. Its compact footprint allows it to be installed in locations where larger 12-inch or 16-inch screens simply won’t fit, yet it retains the same processing power and networking depth as its larger counterparts in the 8000 series.

In realistic offshore scenarios, such as navigating through a dense fog or a crowded shipping lane, the external 10Hz GPS 19x antenna becomes a life-saving feature. Because the antenna is mounted externally on a pole or the roof of the cabin, it provides an unobstructed view of the sky, ensuring that the chartplotter’s position data never “jumps” or lags.

Specifications

What’s Included

• 1x Garmin GPSMAP 8008 Multi-Function Touch Display
• 1x Bail mount and knobs for versatile installation
• 1x GPS 19x NMEA 2000 external antenna (with multiple adapters)
• 1x Garmin card reader for secure data management
• 1x Protective sun cover for screen longevity
• 1x Flush mount gasket and high-grade hardware
• 1x Power cable and NMEA 0183/2000 cable set
• 1x Full NMEA 2000 backbone/drop cable kit and T-connector