Garmin ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv LiveScope Plus Bundle, No Transducer
Garmin ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv LiveScope Plus Bundle, No Transducer — Product description
Garmin's ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv 12.1-inch chartplotter bundled with the LiveScope Plus kit (GLS 10 black box, LVS34 transducer, perspective mount, trolling motor barrel mount). No GT56UHD-TM transom transducer in this variant. The chartplotter ships with pre-loaded Garmin Navionics+ US and Canada Inland/Coastal charts.
This bundle drops the GT56UHD-TM transom transducer from the standard 126sv LiveScope Plus package. You still get the chartplotter with built-in CHIRP/ClearVu/SideVu sonar electronics, the complete LiveScope Plus kit (GLS 10 black box, LVS34 transducer, perspective mount, trolling motor barrel mount, cables), and the pre-loaded Navionics+ US and Canada charts. The chartplotter's conventional sonar port is left empty, intended for owners who already have a Garmin transducer on the boat or who plan to source a different transducer separately. For anglers who run LiveScope full-time at the bow and don't need conventional CHIRP/SideVu at the console, the no-transducer variant saves the cost of the GT56UHD-TM without sacrificing any LiveScope functionality.
The chartplotter half is the ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv. The 12.1-inch WXGA IPS touchscreen at 1280 by 800 resolution is what makes the upgrade from the older ECHOMAP UHD 12-inch units worth it. The new panel is brighter, holds color better off-axis, and the modernized operating system is noticeably more responsive when you're swiping through sonar history at high speed. Garmin kept the keyed-assist layout with four programmable shortcut keys, which is the right call for a touchscreen at the bow where wet fingers and rough water make pure touch operation frustrating. The 10 Hz multi-band GPS pulls from GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou constellations, with WAAS giving you sub-meter accuracy where the augmentation signal is available. Pre-loaded Garmin Navionics+ US and Canada Inland/Coastal charts include detailed bathymetric contours, Auto Guidance+ route planning, and Quickdraw Contours community map data.
The LiveScope Plus package is the headline. The GLS 10 black box is the sonar processor, the LVS34 transducer is the live-sonar element itself, the perspective mount lets you rotate the transducer to switch between forward, down, and perspective views without unbolting anything, and the barrel mount fits the trolling motor shaft. Cables and connectors are all included. LiveScope Plus is the second-generation live sonar with improved range, sharper detail, and better target tracking at the edges of the cone. In practical terms, you can see individual fish moving 50 to 100 feet out in front of the boat in real time, watch your lure descend through the water column, and see fish react to it before they ever touch the bait. For anyone who fishes structure, brush piles, or grass edges, that's the difference between guessing and knowing.
The chartplotter's built-in sonar electronics still drive whatever conventional transducer you connect. The 126sv chartplotter accepts CHIRP, Ultra HD ClearVu, and Ultra HD SideVu transducers natively through the sonar port on the back. Common options are the Garmin GT54UHD-TM transom-mount, the GT56UHD-TM transom-mount (which is what the standard bundle ships with), or a thru-hull Garmin/Airmar pairing for offshore boats. For inshore bass and walleye work where the LiveScope LVS34 is doing most of the heavy lifting, the chartplotter often doesn't need a second transducer at all. You can run LiveScope through the GLS 10 network connection without anything plugged into the conventional sonar port.
Networking and connectivity are the modern conveniences. Built-in Wi-Fi sharing connects this chartplotter wirelessly to other compatible ECHOMAP Ultra 2 or UHD2 units to share sonar history, waypoints, and routes between the bow and the console, so the angler at the bow and the captain at the console both see the same fish and the same marks. Force trolling motor integration is wireless and complete, with anchor, jog, and follow-contour features from the chartplotter screen. ActiveCaptain on a phone covers software updates, Quickdraw map sync, smart notifications, and screen recording for sharing LiveScope clips on social or saving them for later analysis. The bundle ships with everything needed for installation, including the chartplotter, mounting hardware, power cable, NMEA 2000 drop cable, the full LiveScope Plus kit, and the GT56UHD-TM transducer with cable. Plan on a few hours of install time on a boat that already has 12V power run to the bow.
Key Features
- 12.1-inch WXGA IPS touchscreen with keyed-assist shortcut keys
- Modernized operating system with smoother response than older ECHOMAP UHD units
- LiveScope Plus complete package included (GLS 10 black box, LVS34 transducer, perspective mount, barrel mount, cables)
- No transom transducer included (chartplotter's built-in CHIRP + UHD ClearVu/SideVu sonar electronics support a separately-purchased transducer)
- CHIRP traditional sonar 600W at 70, 83, 200 kHz
- Ultra HD ClearVu and SideVu at 260, 455, 800, 1000, 1200 kHz
- 10 Hz multi-band GPS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou) with WAAS
- Pre-loaded Garmin Navionics+ US and Canada Inland/Coastal charts
- Auto Guidance+ route planning and Quickdraw Contours community maps
- Wireless Wi-Fi sharing with other ECHOMAP Ultra 2 and UHD2 units
- Wireless Garmin Force trolling motor integration
- ActiveCaptain app for software updates, Quickdraw sync, smart notifications
- Built-in screen recording for capturing LiveScope footage
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Garmin reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
LiveScope bundles assemble fast on paper and slow on the boat. Tell us your trolling motor make and shaft diameter, your transom thickness, and what 12V power you've already got run to the bow, and we'll confirm the install plan before we ship. We've installed dozens of these and the gotchas are usually mounting clearance and 12V supply, not the electronics themselves.
Technical specifications
| Title | Garmin ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv LiveScope Plus Bundle, No Transducer |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 010-02882-00LSP |
| Brand | Garmin |
| UPC | Bundle assembly, no single UPC |
| Chartplotter | ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv, 12.1-inch WXGA IPS touchscreen with keyed assist |
| Display Resolution | 1280 x 800 |
| GPS Receiver | 10 Hz multi-band, multi-constellation (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou), WAAS sub-meter |
| Pre-loaded Charts | Garmin Navionics+ US and Canada Inland/Coastal |
| LiveScope Plus Kit | GLS 10 black box, LVS34 transducer, perspective mount, trolling motor barrel mount, full cable kit |
| CHIRP Sonar | 600 watts, 70/83/200 kHz, single channel |
| ClearVu and SideVu | 260, 455, 800, 1000, 1200 kHz |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi sharing with ECHOMAP Ultra 2 and UHD2 chartplotters, ActiveCaptain pairing |
| Trolling Motor Integration | Garmin Force, wireless |
| Screen Recording | Yes, to microSD card |
| Included Accessories | Power cable, NMEA 2000 drop, mounting hardware, microSD card, install manuals |
Frequently asked questions
What's actually in the bundle?
The ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv chartplotter, the LiveScope Plus kit (GLS 10 black box, LVS34 transducer, perspective mount, trolling motor barrel mount, all cables), power cable, NMEA 2000 drop cable, mounting hardware, and the installation manuals. No GT56UHD-TM transom transducer is included in this SKU. The chartplotter ships with pre-loaded Navionics+ US and Canada charts.
What boat is this bundle right for?
Bass boats, walleye boats, inshore center consoles, and any other boat with a bow-mount trolling motor where LiveScope adds real value. Saltwater inshore anglers chasing redfish, snook, and tarpon use this same kit. Offshore deep-water boats are usually better served by the Panoptix PS70 thru-hull setup with a fixed-console chartplotter instead.
What's the difference between LiveScope and LiveScope Plus?
Plus is the second-generation system. Same general concept (live forward-looking sonar) but with sharper image detail, better target tracking at the cone edges, and improved range. If you're buying new today, Plus is what you want. The original LiveScope is still supported but the Plus picture is noticeably better.
Do I need to buy a transducer separately?
For the chartplotter's built-in CHIRP/ClearVu/SideVu sonar to work, yes. The LiveScope LVS34 is included in the bundle and connects through the GLS 10 black box on the network, but the chartplotter's conventional sonar port is empty in this SKU. You'd add a Garmin GT54UHD-TM or GT56UHD-TM transom-mount transducer (or a thru-hull pairing for offshore boats) if you want to run conventional CHIRP/ClearVu/SideVu alongside LiveScope. For a pure LiveScope-focused install, the chartplotter works without an additional transducer connected to the sonar port.
Does it support Force trolling motors?
Yes, wirelessly. From the chartplotter you can steer the Force, anchor virtually on a spot, jog the bow, and follow a contour line without touching the foot pedal. The integration is part of why this bundle pairs so well with a Force install.
Will it talk to my other Garmin chartplotter at the console?
Yes. Wireless network sharing connects this unit to other ECHOMAP Ultra 2 or UHD2 chartplotters and shares sonar history, waypoints, and routes between them. The console and the bow display the same fish marks.
What charts are included?
Pre-loaded Garmin Navionics+ for US and Canada Inland and Coastal waters with bathymetric contours, Auto Guidance+ route planning, and Quickdraw Contours community map data. The 126sv variant specifically expands coverage to include Canadian inland and coastal waters beyond the US-only coverage of the 122sv. Updates are free for the first year. Optional Navionics Vision+ adds satellite imagery overlays and relief shading if you want them.
Can I record what I see on LiveScope?
Yes. Built-in screen recording captures sonar and chartplotter footage to a microSD card. Pair with ActiveCaptain on your phone to share clips. It's a real tool for analyzing a tough fishing day after the fact or for sharing on social.
What about installation complexity?
Moderate. The chartplotter is straightforward (12V power, NMEA 2000, mount). The GT56UHD-TM transom transducer is a standard transom drill-and-mount install. The LiveScope barrel mount on the trolling motor is the part that takes the most patience because of cable routing through the trolling motor cavity. Plan on 4 to 6 hours of work for a boat where 12V is already run to the bow.
Is the touchscreen the only way to operate it?
No. Four programmable shortcut keys give you quick screen switching and primary functions without touching the screen. Most anglers use the keys to swap between sonar pages and the touchscreen for waypoint management, which is the right division of labor at the bow with wet hands.
What's the warranty?
Standard Garmin marine electronics warranty. 1-year limited on most components, longer coverage on the transducer crystals. Coverage details are on the warranty card. Garmin's customer support has been good on warranty work for LiveScope kits we've seen come back.
