Garmin GPSMAP® 943xsv Combo GPS Fishfinder GN+ w/GT56-TM

Discover Crystal-Clear Waters with Advanced Sonar Imaging

Imagine gliding across open waters, pinpointing fish and underwater structures with stunning clarity right from your helm. The Garmin GPSMAP 943xsv, paired with the versatile GT56-TM transducer, delivers that edge for avid anglers and boaters. This 9-inch powerhouse combines high-resolution IPS display technology with ultra high-definition scanning sonar, giving you a sharper, more intuitive view beneath the surface. Whether you're chasing trophy bass in inland lakes or tracking schools offshore, its vivid color palettes make it easier to separate fish from weeds, rocks, and drop-offs.

SideVü and ClearVü: Your Underwater Eyes

Built-in Ultra High-Definition SideVü sweeps wide areas to the sides of your boat, revealing hidden spots up to 150 feet away, while ClearVü provides straight-down precision for detailed bottom mapping. These aren't just scans—they're game-changers for jigging, trolling, or structure fishing. Add 1 kW CHIRP traditional sonar for deeper water penetration, and you've got a full-spectrum toolkit. Serious fishermen swear by this setup for consistently finding fish that others miss.

Seamless Navigation Across Any Waterway

Preloaded with Garmin Navionics+ charts covering U.S. coastal, offshore, and inland waters—including Canada—this unit ensures you're never lost. Auto Guidance+ technology plots safe, efficient routes around obstacles, factoring in your boat's draft and beam. Upgrade to premium options for satellite overlays and sonar imagery that turn your screen into a virtual underwater atlas. For sailors, SailAssist features like laylines, polar tables, and wind data help optimize trim and race starts, making every outing more competitive.

Build a Connected Marine Ecosystem

Integration is where this chartplotter shines. Link up via Garmin Marine Network to share radar, cameras, and user data across multiple screens. NMEA 2000 and 0183 support connects engines, autopilots, VHF, AIS, and even Fusion audio. OneHelm pulls third-party digital switching into one intuitive interface. Pair with the ActiveCaptain app over Wi-Fi for Quickdraw Community contours, software updates, and remote helm control—keeping your boat smart and responsive from dock to deep sea.

Engine data from Yamaha and others displays fuel flow, RPM, and trim angles in real-time. ANT+ links wearables like quatix watches for personal stats, while inReach compatibility lets you send satellite messages without leaving the helm.

Sleek Design Meets Rugged Performance

Its slim profile and edge-to-edge glass fit modern dashes effortlessly, with powerful processing for buttery-smooth panning and zooming. IPX7 waterproofing handles spray and splashes, and the sunlight-readable display performs in harsh glare. Retrofitting? The compact footprint and versatile mounting options make upgrades straightforward.

Everything You Need to Get Started

• Preloaded microSD card with charts
• Power/data cables
• NMEA 2000 connectors
• Bail and flush mount kits
• Protective cover and trim pieces
• Full documentation

Versatile Connectivity Options

Stay wired or wireless:

• 1x NMEA 2000 port
• NMEA 0183 and 0183 TX inputs
• Garmin Marine Network port
• 12-pin transducer support
• Video input for cameras
• Bluetooth, ANT+, and Wi-Fi
• J1939 for engine data
• External GPS antenna ready

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of sonar does the Garmin GPSMAP 943xsv support?

It features built-in Ultra High-Definition SideVü, ClearVü scanning sonars, and 1 kW CHIRP traditional sonar. It also supports Panoptix and LiveScope live sonar with a compatible transducer.

Does it come with preloaded charts?

Yes, it's preloaded with Garmin Navionics+ charts for U.S. coastal, offshore, and inland waters, plus Canada, including Auto Guidance+ technology.

Can I connect it to my boat's engine?

Absolutely. It supports engine data from select Yamaha engines and others via J1939, NMEA 2000, and more, displaying key metrics like fuel and RPM.

Is the ActiveCaptain app compatible?

Yes, via built-in Wi-Fi. Use it for chart updates, Quickdraw Community data, smart notifications, and remote control when paired with your smartphone.

What sailing features are available?

SailAssist includes laylines, race start guidance, wind rose, polars, true wind fields, tide data, and more to enhance performance.

How does it integrate with other Garmin devices?

Through the Garmin Marine Network, share maps, radar, IP cameras, and user data. ANT+ connects wearables, and NMEA networks link autopilots and sensors.

What's the display like for bright sunlight?

The 9-inch IPS display is edge-to-edge, high-contrast, and sunlight-readable, ensuring clear visibility even in direct sun.

GPSMAP® 943xsv Combo GPS Fishfinder GN+ with GT56-TM

GET A SHARPER VIEW FROM YOUR CONNECTED HELM

With its sleek design, powerful processing and upgraded IPS display, this advanced 9” chartplotter integrates seamlessly into your Garmin marine system.

• Easily integrate with more engines. 
• Connect to compatible third-party devices with OneHelm™ digital switching. 
• Easily build your marine system using the best of network connectivity. 
• Navigate any waters with preloaded Garmin Navionics+™ charts and mapping¹.
• See below your boat with built-in sonar capabilities. 
• Manage your marine experience from nearly anywhere².  

Ultra High-Definition Scanning Sonar

Get built-in Ultra High-Definition SideVü and ClearVü™ scanning sonars with vivid, high-contrast color palettes to help distinguish fish from structure. GPSMAP® X3 series also supports 1 kW CHIRP traditional sonar capabilities.

Panoptix™ Sonar Support

Pair with Panoptix or LiveScope™ easy-to-interpret live sonar (transducer required, sold separately) to see all around your boat in real time.

Faster, Sharper, Smarter

With its added processing power and new slimline design featuring edge-to-edge glass and a smaller unit footprint, it’s easy to retrofit this plotter in a wider range of dash configurations.

Preloaded Mapping

Experience unparalleled coverage and detail with built-in Garmin Navionics+ integrated coastal and inland mapping that includes Auto Guidance+™ technology3 and a 1-year subscription for downloadable daily updates and more on select chartplotters.

Optional Charts and Maps

Bring a fresh new look and feel to your chartplotter with optional upgrade to Garmin Navionics Vision+™ premium chart subscription, featuring downloadable high-resolution relief shading, satellite imagery, sonar imagery and more.

Garmin Sailassist™ Sailing Features

View laylines, race start line guidance, enhanced wind rose, heading and course-over-ground lines, true wind data fields and tide/current/time slider, wind angle, set and drift, wind speed, polars and more3.

Sailing Polars

Use the polar table to see key data, including how fast you should go at a certain wind angle and speed — so you know whether you need to adjust sail trim.

Garmin Marine Network

If you have multiple compatible Garmin devices on your boat, you can share information — such as maps, user data, radar and IP camera video — among them.

NMEA 2000® and NMEA 0183 Networks

Connect to compatible autopilots, digital switching, weather, Fusion-Link™ audio system, media, VHF, AIS and more from one screen.

Activecaptian® APP

Built-in Wi-Fi® connectivity pairs with the free all-in-one mobile app for access to the OneChart™ feature, smart notifications, software updates, Helm, Garmin Quickdraw™ Community data and more4.

Integrated ANT® Technology

Connect with some of your favorite devices, such as quatix® marine watches, gWind™ Wireless 2 transducers, GNX™ Wind marine instruments and wireless remote controls.

Engine Connectivity

Now you can connect your chartplotter to different kinds of engines, including select Yamaha engines.

OneHelm Feature

This feature brings together all the operations and capabilities of select third-party devices, such as EmpirBus™ digital switching, on one screen.

Send inReach® Device Messages

Pair your inReach satellite communicator5 to your chartplotter, and type custom messages using your MFD’s on-screen keyboard. Access your contact list or enter an email, inReach address or phone number. You can also group messages by conversation for a texting-like experience.

What's In The Box?

• Chartplotter
• microSD preinstalled
• Power cable
• NMEA 2000 T-connector
• NMEA 2000 drop cable
• Bail mount with knobs
• Flush mount kit with gasket
• Protective cover Trim piece snap covers
• Documentation

Connections

• NMEA 2000® Ports: 1
• NMEA 0183 Input Ports: 1
• NMEA 1083 Input (TX) Ports: 1
• Video Input Ports: 1 (BNC composite)
• J1939 Ports: 1
• Garmin Marine Network Ports: 1
• 12-Pin Transducer Ports: 1
• USB Ports: 1
• BNC External GPS Antenna Port: 1
• Bluetooth® Pairing
• ANT+ (Connectivity)
• Garmin Wi-Fi Network (Local Connection)

GPSMAP x3 chartplotters are preloaded with Garmin Navionics+ offshore, coastal, and inland water charts for the U.S. and Canada

¹On select models

²Requires ActiveCaptain app on your compatible smartphone paired to the GPSMAP 943xsv

³Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations

⁴When paired with a compatible smartphone

⁵Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.

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SKU: NVN-97018
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