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Brand: Garmin
Located in: Mounted GPS & Chartplotters

The power of networking meets the brilliance of great design in the new 4000 series chartplotters from Garmin. These big, bright multifunction displays (MFDs) combine video-quality resolution and luminous colour with the latest in sensor and data options - to serve as your all-in-one "nerve centers" for the Garmin Marine Network. Both MFDs offer built-in cartography, worldwide satellite imagery, and a new simplified user interface. The GPSMAP 4212 features a 12.1" XGA "big screen" display and alphanumeric keypad. The slightly smaller GPSMAP 4208 is designed with an 8.4" diagonal VGA screen and does not have the alphanumeric keypad for data entry. The 4208 and 4212 MFDs are preloaded with highly-detailed BlueChart g2 marine cartography of the coastal United States - including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. This data provides detailed coastlines, shaded depth contours, navaids, port plans, wrecks, restricted areas and tide and current information. Plug in optional BlueChart g2 Vision cards to add true 3D-view detailed mapping capabilities (both above and below the waterline), plus helpful auto guidance, high-resolution photomapping detail, and "real picture" aerial photos of ports, harbors, marinas, waterways, navigation landmarks and other points of interest.

Product Features and Specifications

  • Includes WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS sensor with 30 ft. cable length
  • Display: GPSMAP 4208 - 8.4-inch, 4096 colour capable VGA sunlight readable display (640 x 480 pixels) - 1200 nits of brightness GPSMAP 4212 - 12.1-inch, 4096 colour capable XGA sunlight readable display (1024 x 768 pixels) - 1400 nits of brightness
  • New streamlined user interface offers easy selection of functions and features
  • Preloaded with worldwide satellite imagery and highly-detailed BlueChart g2 marine cartography of the coastal United States - including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. This data provides detailed coastlines, shaded depth contours, navaids, port plans, wrecks, restricted areas and tide and current information.
  • Preloaded with Explorer charts covering the Bahamas
  • View weather overlays such as NEXRAD weather radar and forecasts, current conditions, wind direction, wave direction, wave height, buoy data, lightning, county warnings and much more with the optional GDL? 30 or GDL 30A
  • Fresh new design that has a "flat panel" look when flush mounted
  • Single SD memory card slot for BlueChart g2 Vision cards, as well as saving waypoints, routes and tracks to a SD card which can be shared with others
  • Backlit keypad for easier operation at night
  • Alphanumeric keypad for easy data entry (GPSMAP 4212 only)
  • Auto-dimming display
  • Three built-in network ports for connection to a Garmin radar, GDL 30/30, GSD 22 sounder, or another MFD
  • Compatible with all Garmin Marine Network peripherals
  • Two video inputs for onboard cameras - supports PAL & NTSC video signals
  • 1 VGA (4208) or 1 XGA (4212) PC monitor video output
  • Four NMEA 0183 inputs and two NMEA0183 outputs - supports both AIS and DSC
  • Supports NMEA 2000
  • Unit dimensions: GPSMAP 4208 - 11.2"W x 7.0"H x 4.6"D GPSMAP 4212 - 14.8"W x 9.5"H x 4.6"D
  • Alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, clock, low battery voltage and GPS accuracy
  • Waterproof: IPX7 - submersible
  • Power down backup of settings: customer settings are not lost when the unit is turned of

Enable the full functionality of the GPSMAP 4000-series with the addition of a BlueChart g2 Vision SD card BlueChart g2 Vision cards provide:

  • High-resolution satellite imagery when overlaid on the chart, will provide the mariner with unparalleled situational awareness
  • Aerial reference photography provides "real world" photos of ports, harbors, marinas, waterways, navigation landmarks and other points of interest, offering the mariner another powerful tool for navigating unfamiliar waters
  • Mariner's Eye view - Provides the mariner with a 3-D perspective of chart information for a quick, reliable and easy position fix.
  • Fish Eye view - 3D perspective below the water line for displaying bottom contours based on bathymetric charting data
  • Auto guidance technology will search the attributes of all relevant charts to suggest the best course for navigation
  • Fishing charts, tides, currents, marine services, coastal roads and points of interest detail

More information for the Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.8 stars
(based on 11 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Primary use:
Personal(5)
Pros:
Compact(5), Easy to read(9), Easy to set up(7), Easy to use(4), Great reception(3)
Best Uses:
Boating / sailing(7), Geocaching(3), Large boats(3), Ocean(3), Travel(3)
Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast(3), Gearhead(3)
 
The 4208 IS A DREAM TO OPERATE
By BarristerVerified Reviewer from Rose Hill, North Carolina on 1/15/2009
Pros:
Accurate Fish Finder, Easy To Read, Easy To Use, Intuitive Menu, Quick Signal, Reliable Reception, Reliable Sonar
Best Uses:
At Night, Bad Weather, Fishing, Large Boats, Ocean, Small Boats
Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

I use the 4208 in conjunction with XM weather for both guidance to selected offshore fishing locations, and the safety of being able to view approaching weather. I especially like the feature that gives me the precise direction and distance as I approach a selected spot, such as a wreck, reefs, rocks, etc.

 
Fantastic
By DecoyVerified Reviewer from Whittier, AK on 12/25/2008
Pros:
Accurate Fish Finder, Easy To Read, Easy To Use, Intuitive Menu, Quick Signal, Reliable Reception, Reliable Sonar
Best Uses:
Fishing, Large Boats, Ocean
Describe Yourself:
Power User
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

As a charter boat Capt., I rely on the best equipment. This particular unit by far exceeds units that cost considerably more.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great product, i would buy this again
By capt Jim-Perra Del MarVerified Purchaser from Florida on 10/28/2008
Pros:
Easy To Read, Easy To Use, Reliable Reception
Cons:
Complicated Controls
Best Uses:
Large Boats, Ocean
Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

Great product use this to cruse the florida keys

 
It's a Garmin, that says it all.
By Captain GVerified Reviewer from Off the Carolina coast on 9/9/2008
Pros:
Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls, Strong Construction, Versatile
Best Uses:
Boating
Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast
How are you with directions:
Great w/Directions
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Expectations Exceeded
By GeoffVerified Purchaser from Danvers, MA on 8/11/2008
Primary use:
Personal
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Set Up, Garmin support perfect, Instructions were easy, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls, Strong Construction
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
Boating
Describe Yourself:
Technically Savvy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

I upgraded from a Garmin GPSMAP 176C GPS to the 4208 and now I can have all my controls, radar, depth/fishfinder and weather, networked all together. This unit adds alot of confidence & safety when going to sea for those real dark early morning fishing trips...way out! The display is huge and always readable even in the brightest sunlight. The install was easy and directions were very understandable.

 
I would buy this product again and again
By DanVerified Purchaser from Fairfax, VA. on 8/11/2008
Primary use:
Personal
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Long Battery Life, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Adventure, Boating, Geocaching, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast, Technically Challenged
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

it's one of the most useful stuff on my boat

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Value
By etillonaVerified Purchaser from East Haddam, CT on 8/6/2008
Primary use:
Personal
Pros:
Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Boating
Describe Yourself:
Gearhead
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

Seems a bit pricy than I realized that it comes with a GPS and Blue Charts. Saving you about $500.

[0 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
this is "ok"
By agus from san frasisco on 6/28/2008
Primary use:
Business
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Long Battery Life, Simple Controls, Strong Construction
Cons:
Complicated Controls, Flimsy, Inaccurate, Short Battery Life
Best Uses:
Adventure, Boating, Geocaching, Good, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Outdoor Enthusiast, Technically Challenged, Technically Savvy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

enjoy the product

[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
INCREDIBLE best GPS ever made!!!! :)(:
By Bernardo Pacini from Boston, MA on 6/8/2008
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Primary use:
Personal
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Long Battery Life, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Auto, Boating, Geocaching, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Gearhead
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

I love it its always reliable

[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Very clear to read, and reliable!
By Bob the explorer from Orange, California on 6/4/2008
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Primary use:
Personal
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Easy to use, Long Battery Life, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls, Strong Construction
Cons:
sturdy
Best Uses:
Boating
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Get lost oftentimes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

I just bought a skip and it is invaluable to me![@]

[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

 
Terrific Chartplotter
By Captian Jack from San Simeon, CA on 5/20/2008
Pros:
Good Value, High Quality
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Garmin Garmin GPS Map 4208 GPS Chartplotter Preloaded BlueChart g2 Maps of the U.S. Coast.:

The 4208 is simply awesome. Compared to other chartplotters in this price range nothing compares to the resolution and features. If you do your homework, you'll end up with this unit.

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