Garmin Panoptix PS21-TM Transom Mount
Garmin Panoptix PS21-TM Transom Mount — Product description
Unlock Crystal-Clear Forward Visibility on the Water
Picture this: you're navigating a shallow bay at dusk, waves lapping gently, when a hidden sandbar looms just ahead. With the Garmin Panoptix PS21-TM transom mount transducer, those heart-stopping moments become a thing of the past. This innovative sonar system delivers FrontVü scanning up to 300 feet ahead, painting a real-time picture of submerged rocks, stumps, and depth changes so you can steer clear effortlessly. Whether you're cruising family outings or exploring uncharted coves, it transforms uncertainty into confidence.
FrontVü Sonar: Your Proactive Collision Guardian
Unlike traditional down-facing sonar that only reveals what's directly beneath, FrontVü looks forward—scanning a wide cone up to 300 feet out. It excels at speeds up to 8 knots, highlighting hard-bottom features like pilings or ledges in vivid detail. Boaters rave about how it cuts through murky water, revealing structure that could ground your vessel. This isn't just data; it's a live heads-up display that keeps your hull safe and your crew relaxed.
- Detects obstacles before they become problems
- Works seamlessly while underway or idling
- Ideal for shallow drafts and no-wake zones
LiveVü Forward: Watch Fish and Divers in Motion
Take your angling game to the next level with LiveVü Forward, offering a stunning 100-foot forward view of live action below the surface. See baitfish schooling, predators striking, or even divers gliding through the water—all updating multiple times per second. This real-time motion isn't simulated; it's genuine sonar video that responds instantly to your boat's movements, helping you pinpoint prime spots without guesswork.
For offshore adventurers, it's a game-changer during dives—track your group's position relative to the boat even when anchored. Anglers use it to watch lures working and fish reacting, adjusting trolling speeds on the fly for bigger hauls. Stationary or cruising, the clarity rivals what you'd expect from expensive forward-facing units, but with Garmin's reliable integration.
"It's like having eyes underwater—saw a school of snapper charge my jig from 80 feet out!" – Experienced offshore captain
Effortless Transom Mount Setup for Everyday Boaters
Installing the PS21-TM is straightforward with the included transom kit—no drilling marathons or pro install required. Bolt it securely to your outboard or sterndrive transom, route the cable cleanly, and pair it with your Garmin display. The rugged housing withstands saltwater abuse, vibration, and impacts, ensuring years of dependable performance.
Pro tip: Position it as low as possible on the transom for optimal forward beam angle, maximizing your scan range. Once connected, it auto-configures for plug-and-play simplicity, freeing you to focus on the horizon.
Versatile Applications for Cruisers, Anglers, and Divers
Coastal Cruising
Avoid groundings in skinny water with early warnings on wrecks and shoals.
Trolling and Drift Fishing
Spot structure and mark fish arches live, dialing in your presentation.
Dive Safety
Monitor divers' paths and currents from the helm for peace of mind.
Seamless Integration with Garmin Ecosystem
This transducer shines brightest when networked with Garmin's chartplotters like echoMAP CHIRP series or GPSMAP multiscreen setups. Overlay sonar on your plotter for split-screen views—FrontVü on one side, LiveVü on the other—while Quickdraw Contours auto-maps your path. It's future-proof, ready for software updates that enhance clarity and range.
Frequently Asked Questions
Garmin PS21-TM Panoptix Transom Mount Transducer
Model: 010-01588-01UPC: 753759160531
- Adds FrontVü and LiveVü Forward — 2 of the most compelling views of Panoptix, the most unique and innovative sonar on the water
- FrontVü sonar shows submerged obstructions as you approach them within a 300-foot forward range; helps you avoid collisions
- LiveVü Forward sonar gives you the unique ability to see fish - even divers - swimming live under and ahead of your boat with a 100-foot forward range in real time
- Both views work when boat is moving or stationary
- Includes transducer transom mounting kit
It’s very unnerving, to say the least, when cruising at up to 8 knots in unfamiliar waters, and an obstacle or sand bar suddenly appears. So Garmin designed Panoptix PS21-TM with FrontVü sonar to give boaters enhanced situational awareness. FrontVü sonar shows approaching obstacles, sandbars and other hard obstructions to give you time to respond and avoid a collision or running aground. It’s a great way to protect your boat and your passengers.
Panoptix PS21-TM also features LiveVü Forward sonar to give you the unique ability to see real-time sonar views under and ahead of your boat with a 100-foot forward range. You can actually see fish swimming. You can also keep track of the whereabouts of swimmers and divers, because LiveVü Forward works even when your boat is stationary.
Easy to use with compatible Garmin echoMAP™ CHIRP 7- and 9-inch models, GPSMAP® 7400/7600 series, GPSMAP 8000/8500/8400/8600 Glass Helm series and GPSMAP 721/741/820/840/1020/1040 series chartplotters. Includes transducer transom mounting kit.
FrontVü aids collision avoidance by showing obstructions with a 300-foot forward range.
LiveVü Forward shows fish and divers swimming in real time with a 100-foot forward range.
The ability to effectively avoid forward collisions with FrontVü sonar decreases as speed rises above 8 knots.
What's in the Box:
- Panoptix PS21-TM Forward Transom Mount Transducer
- Transom mounting hardware
- Documentation
The easy-to-use Panoptix PS21-TM transducer adds FrontVu sonar and LiveVuForward sonar to the compatible Garmin portfolio, resulting in Panoptixâ€s most eye-catching 2 views, the most unique and innovative sonar on the water. The FrontVu sonar helps you avoid collisions with submerged obstacles by showing obstacles within 300 feet to the front. With LiveVuForward, your boat can move or be completely still, and you can even see fish (even divers) swimming under the boat and moving forward 100 feet! Includes traditional beam mounting frame for traditional installation.
The easy-to-use Panoptix PS21-TM sensor adds FrontVü sonar and LiveVüForward sonar to the compatible Garmin product portfolio, resulting in Panoptix's most eye-catching 2 views, the most unique and innovative aquatic sonar. The FrontVü sonar helps you avoid collisions with submerged obstacles by showing obstacles within 300 feet to the front. With LiveVüForward, your boat can move or be completely still, and you can even see fish (even divers) swimming under the boat and moving forward 100 feet! Includes traditional beam mounting frame for traditional installation.
SKU: NVN-1000493
MPN: 010-01588-01
UPC: 753759160531
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin Panoptix PS21-TM Transom Mount |
| SKU / MFR# | 1000493 |
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