Garmin GMR Fantom 50W Radar Pedestal Only Black
Garmin GMR Fantom 50W Radar Pedestal Only Black — Product description
Enhance Your Boating Safety with Advanced Doppler Radar Technology
Imagine navigating through dense fog or spotting distant vessels before they become a hazard—all while keeping a sharp eye on weather patterns or flocks of birds signaling prime fishing grounds. The Garmin GMR Fantom 50W radar pedestal delivers this level of awareness with its cutting-edge MotionScope technology, which uses the Doppler effect to paint moving targets in vivid colors. Targets approaching glow green, receding ones fade to red, and stationary objects stay neutral, giving you an intuitive read on your surroundings without constant adjustments.
This pedestal-only design pairs seamlessly with compatible Garmin chartplotters and a separate antenna, creating a powerful radar system tailored for serious boaters. Whether you're cruising coastal waters, chasing offshore adventures, or running night operations, its 50-watt output punches well above its weight, offering exceptional clarity up to 72 nautical miles. Pulse compression technology squeezes maximum resolution from every pulse, ensuring sharp images even in cluttered environments like rain or choppy seas.
Key Features That Set It Apart for Marine Navigation
- MotionScope Doppler Processing: Differentiates between moving boats, rain clutter, and birds, helping you avoid collisions or zero in on fish-attracting activity.
- High-Resolution Overlay: Superimpose radar data directly on your electronic charts, even in split-screen mode, for unmatched situational awareness.
- Dual Range Operation: Monitor short-range traffic and long-range weather simultaneously without switching modes.
- Dynamic Auto Gain and Auto Bird Gain: Automatically optimizes display for birds or boats, reducing manual tweaks so you focus on boating.
- Echo Trails and MARPA Tracking: Track up to 20 targets with automatic acquisition (heading sensor required), perfect for busy harbors.
- Energy-Efficient Rotation: Choose 24 RPM for extended battery life or 48 RPM for rapid updates in high-stakes scenarios.
Robust Build for Harsh Marine Conditions
Built to IPX6 standards, this pedestal withstands heavy rain and spray without flinching. Its compact footprint—measuring 16.6 by 14.3 by 10.7 inches and weighing just 34.7 pounds—makes it ideal for mid-sized vessels where space is premium. The programmable antenna parking feature stows the dome safely during storage or trailering, protecting your investment.
Power and Performance Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Transmit Power | 50W |
| Maximum Range | 72 nm |
| Minimum Range | 6 meters |
| Rotation Speed | 24/48 RPM (high speed in select modes) |
| Power Input | 10-32 VDC |
| Waterproof Rating | IPX6 |
Simple Setup for Quick On-Water Results
Installation is straightforward with included mounting hardware, a 15-meter power cable, and network cable. Connect to your Garmin ecosystem via NMEA 2000 or Ethernet for plug-and-play integration. No complex calibration needed—the system auto-adjusts gain and sensitivity, getting you up and running in under an hour. Pair it with dual radar support for 360-degree coverage on larger boats.
Real-World Applications for Boaters
For coastal cruisers, MotionScope excels at de-cluttering rain echoes, revealing hidden vessels. Anglers love how it highlights diving birds over bait balls, guiding you to hot spots. Commercial operators appreciate MARPA for maintaining safe distances in shipping lanes. Even in pitch-black nights or zero-visibility fog, this radar keeps you proactive, not reactive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes MotionScope technology unique on this radar pedestal?
MotionScope leverages Doppler processing to color-code moving targets—green for approaching, red for receding—helping you instantly identify threats like oncoming boats or track birds for fishing without sifting through static clutter.
Does this pedestal include the antenna?
No, the antenna is sold separately, allowing you to choose the beam width that best fits your vessel's size and needs for optimal performance.
What's the effective range in poor weather?
It maintains reliable detection from 20 feet to 72 nautical miles, even through moderate rain or fog, thanks to pulse compression that enhances signal clarity.
Is it compatible with multiple chartplotters?
Yes, it supports overlay and networking with Garmin chartplotters, plus dual radar setups for comprehensive coverage.
How does it handle power efficiency?
With 10-32 VDC input and selectable 24 RPM mode, it minimizes draw on batteries, ideal for extended trips or solar setups.
Can it track multiple targets automatically?
Absolutely—MARPA provides tracking for up to 20 targets with a heading sensor, displaying speed, course, and closest point of approach.
What's included for installation?
You'll get the pedestal, mounting kit and template, 15m power and network cables, plus documentation for hassle-free setup.
Garmin fantom 50 watt Pedestal and Cable only - Black
Model: 010-01364-40- Know what’s coming. MotionScope™ technology shows targets in color as they move toward you or away.
- GMR Fantom brings the power. 50 watts of it, actually.
- Get high resolution without wasting energy, thanks to pulse compression.
- Add even more detail to your maps with radar overlay — even in a split-screen view.
This 50-watt radar has a range from 20’ to 72 nautical miles, even in fog or rain. It offers rotation speeds of 24 RPM for reduced power consumption and 48 RPM for fast screen updates.
MotionScope uses the Doppler effect to detect moving targets and highlight them in different colors so you can navigate around other boats or severe weather — or toward fishing spots where birds feed at the surface.
This radar doesn’t have any complex user settings to deal with, so it’s easy to install and start using.
Specifications| General | |
| DIMENSION | Pedestal: 16.6"" x 14.3"" x 10.7"" |
| WEIGHT | 34.7 lb (15.7 kg) |
| WATERPROOF | IPX6 |
| ROTATION SPEED (RPM) | 24 and 48 rpm (high speed only available in single range mode with MotionScope disabled, and on range settings of 12 NM or lower) |
| MAXIMUM RANGE | 72 nm |
| MINIMUM RANGE | 6 meters |
| Electrical Features | |
| POWER INPUT | 10-32 V DC |
| TRANSMIT POWER | 50 W |
| Radar Features | |
| DUAL RANGE | Yes |
| OVERLAY | Yes |
| DUAL RADAR SUPPORT | Yes |
| AUTO BIRD GAIN | Yes |
| AUTO GAIN | Dynamic |
| MARPA TARGET TRACKING | yes (requires heading sensor, sold separately) |
| ECHO TRAILS | Yes |
| MOTIONSCOPE | Yes |
| PROGRAMMABLE ANTENNA PARKING | Yes |
| TARGET SIZE | Yes |
| SCAN AVERAGING | Yes |
| Antenna | Sold Separately |
What's in the Box:
- GMR Fantom 50 watt Pedestal - Black
- Mounting hardware kit and template
- Right angle power cable (15 meters)
- Right angle network cable (15 meters)
- Documentation
SKU: NVN-1003649
MPN: 010-01364-40
UPC: 753759331399
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin GMR Fantom 50W Radar Pedestal Only Black |
| SKU / MFR# | 1003649 |
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