Garmin GPSMAP 8416xsv 16" Chartplotter/Sounder Combo w/Worldwide Basemap & Sonar
Garmin GPSMAP 8416xsv 16" Chartplotter/Sounder Combo w/Worldwide Basemap & Sonar — Product description
Why Choose the Garmin GPSMAP 8416xsv for Your Vessel?
Imagine commanding your boat with crystal-clear visuals and pinpoint accuracy, whether you're chasing trophy fish in deep waters or navigating tricky coastal passages. The Garmin GPSMAP 8416xsv stands out as a powerhouse 16-inch chartplotter and sonar combo, tailored for dedicated anglers, cruisers, and competitive sailors who refuse to settle for less. Its expansive full HD IPS touchscreen delivers vibrant colors and sharp details from any angle, making it ideal for bustling helms where multiple crew members need simultaneous views—without glare, even under the harshest sunlight or through polarized lenses.
Unlike basic displays, this unit's in-plane switching technology ensures consistent performance, allowing seamless edge-to-edge mounting for that modern, glass-like helm aesthetic. It's not just about looks; it's engineered for reliability on the water, blending high-end multifunction display (MFD) capabilities into a compact, user-friendly package that's straightforward to install and operate.
Superior Sonar for Unmatched Underwater Insights
Dive deeper into fishfinding success with built-in support for Garmin's elite sonar lineup. This combo handles dual-channel 1 kW traditional CHIRP sonar for exceptional target separation, alongside CHIRP ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonars that paint hyper-detailed images of structure and baitfish schools. Step up to Ultra High-Definition scanning—no external black box needed—for razor-sharp clarity on bottom contours and hidden wrecks.
Pair it with Panoptix all-seeing sonar (transducers separate) to track live action in real-time, from forward-facing views to 360-degree sweeps. Serious offshore anglers report spotting fish arches and schooling patterns that smaller units simply miss, turning average outings into record-breaking hauls. Depths reach up to 5,000 feet under optimal conditions, adapting to varied seabeds and water types.
Build a Fully Integrated Marine Ecosystem
Expand your setup effortlessly with NMEA 2000 connectivity and the Garmin Marine Network. Share data across screens for radar overlays, autopilot control, camera feeds, and instrument readouts—all centralized on this chartplotter. The OneHelm app integration pulls in third-party gear like digital switches, lighting, and stabilizers, creating a unified command center right at your fingertips.
High-speed processors ensure lag-free panning over worldwide basemaps, quick route calculations, and smooth video distribution. Whether adding forward-looking sonar or multimedia sources, this unit scales with your ambitions, keeping everything synchronized for safer, more efficient voyages.
Stay Connected On and Off the Water
Wireless freedom comes standard with Bluetooth, ANT+, and Wi-Fi. Sync with the ActiveCaptain app on your phone or tablet for smart notifications, community-sourced Quickdraw contours, and effortless chart updates. Stream live video from compatible cameras, link to quatix watches for crew alerts, or control gWind transducers wirelessly.
Antenna options (internal or via NMEA 2000) deliver 10 Hz GPS/GLONASS/Galileo precision, locking fixes faster than ever for reliable positioning in congested harbors or open seas.
SmartMode and Sailing Optimizations
High-pressure moments like docking demand instant access—SmartMode station controls deliver customizable one-touch panels for sonar, radar, media, and more, reducing clutter and stress. For racers and cruisers, SailAssist shines with laylines, wind roses, true wind angles, set/drift indicators, and tide sliders. Customizable gauges keep critical data visible, from apparent wind speed to course-over-ground lines, giving you the edge in any regatta.
Robust Build and Key Specifications
Engineered for marine punishment, it boasts IPX6/IPX7 water ratings, weighing just 9.6 lbs with dimensions of 15.1" x 10.3" x 3". The 13.6" x 7.7" anti-glare display runs at full HD 1920x1080 resolution, sipping only 4.2A power. Store 5,000 waypoints, 100 routes, and 50,000 track points on dual microSD slots.
- Connections: 2 Garmin Marine Network ports, 1 LVS/8-pin/12-pin transducers, NMEA 2000/0183, HDMI/BNC video I/O.
- Compatibility: AIS, DSC, Fusion-Link, GSD/GCV black boxes, GRID remotes.
What's Included for Quick Setup
- GPSMAP 8416xsv unit
- Power/data cables
- NMEA 2000 drop cable and T-connector
- Flush mount kit and sun cover
- Trim snap covers and docs
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the IPS display on the GPSMAP 8416xsv special for boating?
The full HD IPS touchscreen offers wide viewing angles, anti-glare protection, and readability with polarized sunglasses, perfect for shared helm views in bright conditions.
Does this chartplotter support all Garmin sonar types?
Yes, it includes built-in dual-channel CHIRP (1 kW), ClearVü, SideVü, Ultra High-Definition scanning, and full Panoptix compatibility for comprehensive underwater mapping.
How does networking work with this unit?
Via NMEA 2000 and Garmin Marine Network ports, it connects radar, autopilots, cameras, and more, sharing data across multiple screens with OneHelm for third-party integration.
Can I use wireless features with the 8416xsv?
Absolutely—Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ANT+ enable app pairing, camera streaming, watch connectivity, and remote controls for a fully wireless experience.
Is it suitable for sailing competitions?
Yes, SailAssist provides laylines, wind data, tide tools, and customizable gauges tailored for racing tactics and precise navigation.
What's the maximum sonar depth capability?
Up to 5,000 ft with 1 kW CHIRP, varying by water conditions, bottom type, and transducer used.
How many waypoints and tracks can it store?
It supports 5,000 waypoints, 100 routes (250 points each), and 50,000 track log points across 50 saved tracks, expandable via microSD.
GPSMAP 8416xsv 16" Chartplotter/Sounder Combo with Worldwide Basemap & Sonar
16 Chartplotter/Sonar Combo with Full HD In-plane Switching (IPS) Touchscreen
- Features a 16 full HD IPS touchscreen display
- Built-in support for the full suite of Garmin sonar capabilities
- Fully network capable with NMEA 2000 connectivity and the Garmin Marine Network
- Includes Bluetooth connectivity, ANT technology and Wi-Fi networking
- SmartMode station controls for quick, one-touch access to the information you need
Serious sport fishermen, cruisers, sailors and sail racers demand serious equipment. The easy-to-use, easy-to-install GPSMAP 8416xsv chartplotter/sonar combo delivers MFD performance in a combo-size package. It features a 16 full HD IPS touchscreen display for wider viewing angles, superior clarity and sunlight readability, even with polarized sunglasses. Multiple displays can be flat mounted edge-to-edge to create a sleek glass helm look or can be mounted flush.
Complete Sonar Support
The GPSMAP 8416xsv chartplotter/sonar combo offers built-in support for our industry-leading sonar, including dual-channel 1 kW traditional CHIRP, CHIRP ClearV and CHIRP SideV scanning sonars plus built-in support for Ultra High-Definition scanning sonar (no black box required). It also supports the entire Panoptix all-seeing sonar line (transducers sold separately).
Build Your Marine System
NMEA 2000 networking and the Garmin Marine Network allow you to easily build your full marine electronics suite from radar and autopilots to cameras, instruments and forward-looking sonar controlled from your chartplotter and shared across multiple screens. In addition, our exclusive OneHelm system coordinates many third-party manufactured onboard marine products to bring full control of systems such as digital switching, lighting, stabilization and more conveniently to your chartplotter screen.
Full Connectivity
The GPSMAP 8416xsv chartplotter has a premium-performance processor that enables fast map drawing, superior networking, video distribution and more. Built-in Wi-Fi technology lets you pair with the free ActiveCaptain app for access to OneChart, smart notifications, Garmin Quickdraw community data and more. You can also control video streaming from our GC 100 wireless camera and VIRB action cameras. In addition, built-in ANT wireless technology connects you directly to our quatix marine watch, gWind Wireless 2 transducer and wireless remote controls.
SmartMode Station Controls
Networked sonar, radar, cameras, media and digital switching can be independent or incorporated into SmartMode station controls. With SmartMode, everything is designed to give you quick, one-touch access to the information you need to ease high-stress situations such as docking.
Special Sailing Features
The Garmin SailAssist feature provides data, displays and prerace guidance to help you gain a competitive edge. Other sailing features include laylines, enhanced wind rose, heading and course-over-ground lines, true wind data fields and tide/current/time slider. Gauge displays provide need-to-know information at a glance, including true and apparent wind angle, set and drift, true or apparent wind speed, horizontal or vertical graphs and a data bar with customizable fields.
The Ultimate Connected Boating App
Download the ActiveCaptain app to your smartphone or tablet to manage your marine experience from anywhere from trip planning and prefishing to updating software and purchasing maps.
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In The Box:
- GPSMAP 8416xsv
- Power cable
- NMEA 2000 drop cable
- NMEA 2000 T-connector
- Flush mount kit
- Sun cover
- Trim piece snap covers
- Documentation
Connections
- Garmin Marine Network Ports: 2
- Transducer Ports: 1 (LVS Sonar), 1 (8 Pin) and 1 (12 Pin)
- NMEA 2000 Port: 1
- NMEA 0183 Input Ports: 1 Differential
- NMEA 0183 Output Ports: 1 Differential
- Video Input Ports: 1 (BNC Composite) 1 (HDMI)
- Video Output Ports: 1 HDMI
- Wireless Connectivity: Yes
SKU: NVN-74747
MPN: 010-02093-02
UPC: 753759213541
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin GPSMAP 8416xsv 16" Chartplotter/Sounder Combo w/Worldwide Basemap & Sonar |
| SKU / MFR# | 74747 |
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