GPSMAP® 4212

Garmin International is pleased to introduce the GPSMAP 4212. The power of networking meets the brilliance of great design in the new 4000- series chartplotters from Garmin. These big, bright multifunction displays (MFDs) combine video-quality resolution and luminous colour with the latest in sensor and data options to serve as your all-in-one "nerve centers" for the Garmin Marine Network.

Both MFDs offer built-in cartography, worldwide satellite imagery, and a new simplified user interface. The GPSMAP 4212 features a 12.1" XGA "big screen" display and alphanumeric keypad.

4212 MFD is preloaded with highly detailed BlueChart® g2™ marine cartography of the coastal United States including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. This data provides detailed coastlines, shaded depth contours, navaids, port plans, wrecks, restricted areas and tide and current information.

Plug in optional BlueChart® g2 Vision™ cards to add true 3D-view detailed mapping capabilities (both above and below the waterline), plus helpful auto guidance, high-resolution photomapping detail, and "real picture" aerial photos of ports, harbors, marinas, waterways, navigation landmarks and other points of interest.

Product Features and Specifications

• Includes WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS sensor with 30 ft. cable length
  
• Display: GPSMAP 4212 12.1-inch, 4096 colour capable XGA sunlight readable display (1024 x 768 pixels) 1400 nits of brightness
  
• New streamlined user interface offers easy selection of functions and features
  
• Preloaded with worldwide satellite imagery and highly detailed BlueChart g2 marine cartography of the coastal United States including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. This data provides detailed coastlines, shaded depth contours, navaids, port plans, wrecks, restricted areas and tide and current information.
  
• Preloaded with Explorer charts covering the Bahamas
  
• View weather overlays such as NEXRAD weather radar and forecasts, current conditions, wind direction, wave direction, wave height, buoy data, lightning, county warnings and much more with the optional GDL® 30 or GDL 30A
  
• Fresh new design that has a "flat panel" look when flush mounted
  
• Single SD memory card slot for BlueChart g2 Vision cards, as well as saving waypoints, routes and tracks to a SD card which can be shared with others
  
• Backlit keypad for easier operation at night
  
• Alphanumeric keypad for easy data entry (GPSMAP 4212 only)
  
• Auto-dimming display
  
• Three built-in network ports for connection to a Garmin radar, GDL 30/30, GSD 22 sounder, or another MFD
  
• Compatible with all Garmin Marine Network peripherals
  
• Two video inputs for onboard cameras supports PAL & NTSC video signals
  
• 1 XGA (4212) PC monitor video output
  
• Four NMEA 0183 inputs and two NMEA0183 outputs supports both AIS and DSC
  
• Supports NMEA 2000
  
• Unit dimensions: GPSMAP 4212 14.8"W x 9.5"H x 4.6"D
  
• Alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, clock, low battery voltage and GPS accuracy
  
• Waterproof: IPX7 submersible
  
• Power down backup of settings: customer settings are not lost when the unit is turned off
  
  Enable the full functionality of the GPSMAP 4000-series with the addition of a BlueChart g2 Vision SD card
  BlueChart g2 Vision cards provide:
  
  • High-resolution satellite imagery when overlaid on the chart, will provide the mariner with unparalleled situational awareness
    
  • Aerial reference photography provides "real world" photos of ports, harbors, marinas, waterways, navigation landmarks and other points of interest, offering the mariner another powerful tool for navigating unfamiliar waters
    
  • Mariners Eye view Provides the mariner with a 3-D perspective of chart information for a quick, reliable and easy position fix.
    
  • Fish Eye view 3D perspective below the water line for displaying bottom contours based on bathymetric charting data
    
  • Auto guidance technology will search the attributes of all relevant charts to suggest the best course for navigation
    
  • Fishing charts, tides, currents, marine services, coastal roads and points of interest detail
  
  
  Standard Configuration
  GPSMAP 4212, bail mount and knobs, GPS 17 (flush mount or use included pole mount adapter), protective front cover, power cable assembly, video cable assembly, flush mount hardware, in-line fuse kit for GPS 17, marine grommet kit, crimp connectors, owners manual and quick reference guide

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Return Policy

Your complete satisfaction is our #1 priority. We understand that purchasing on-line is sometimes difficult without being able to touch and feel the product. Because of this, we offer several return options to insure your shopping experience with us is a pleasant one.

To request a RMA (return authorization number):

Email Us to request a RMA or use the form at the bottom of our Contact Us page to create a support ticket. After you request a RMA, please sit tight and we will send you return instructions by e-mail.

We offer the following return options:

• Returns will not be accepted without a RMA (return authorization number).
• Returns due to our error or on products that are defective from the manufacturer will gladly be returned or exchanged at no cost.
• Items may be returned for a refund (less shipping) within 30 days from when you received your shipment.* The item must be in new, resaleable, unused condition and in its original packaging.
• A 15% processing fee will apply to all returns that are in un-saleable condition, or do not include the original packaging (boxes, labels, tags, etc.).
• Products being returned must be shipped freight pre-paid; no COD's. (If the return is due to our error or product defect, we will provide you with a prepaid shipping label.)
• Shipments refused by the customer are subject to a 15% processing fee. Original shipping and handling fees are non-refundable.
• If your order originally qualified for and was shipped free, shipping charges will be deducted from the refund amount if the return causes your order total to drop below the required minimum for free shipping.
• Refunds must be issued to the original payment method used. If the original payment method is not available, a store credit will be issued.

We do not accept returns on:

• Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery.
• Any item that is not in its original condition, is damaged, used, or is missing parts.
• Special order, closeout, or discontinued products.
• Software and Cartography
• Liferafts

Guarantees and Warranties:

BOE Marine will stand behind all products we sell with regards to manufacturing defects in workmanship and material for 30 days. After 30 days defective products should be returned to the manufacturer for warranty repair. We will always do everything in our power to take care of the problem regardless of when purchased.

Please call if you have any questions.

* A 15% deduction may apply to certain items (like software or chart cards).

International Customers, please see our International Shipping Policy

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Multifunctions Displays - What you need to know

Garmin offers 5 series of multifinction displays. The 700 Series, 4000 Series, 5000 Series, 6000 Series, and 7000 Series. All series have the similar basic functionality in that they can all act as GPS/Chartplotters, Fishfinders and Radars. All also have the ability to do XM Weather and NMEA 2000.

The Garmin 700 Series is their basic 7" Touchscreen Multifunction Display. It has a built-in GPS antenna. It is not networkable but will interface via NMEA0183 or NMEA2000 with just about any unit on the market. The unit comes in 2 configurations. The version with a built-in Fishfinder has a "S" after the model number (example 740S). The unit that does not have the Fishfinder has no "S" (example 740). These units either come preloaded with US coastal charts or with a worldwide base map. Translated - the units with maps cover anything tidal along the US coast in fine detail. The units with basemaps basically have no maps on them and will need the optional Vision Card. Preloaded units have a 4 in the middle of the model (example 740S) and base units have a 2 in the middle (example 720).

Garmin 700 Series Lineup

• 720 - GPS w/Basemap, 7" Screen
• 720S - GPS/FF Combo w/Basemap, 7" Screen
• 740 - GPS w/US Coastal Maps, 7" Screen
• 740S - GPS/FF Combo w/US Coastal Maps, 7" Screen

The Garmin 4000 and 5000 Series have the exact same functionality, however the 4000 series uses buttons and the 5000 series is touchscreen. These units use external GPS antennas and are fully networkable with other 4000, 5000, 6000, and 7000 Series displays. To make them have Fishfinder capability a Garmin GSD-22 is required. These units have a hub built into them with 3 network ports enabling them to accept any combination of Garmin network add-ons like radar or XM weather. They are also capable of display video from sources like a DVD Player or Camera. Please see below for how to decipher model numbers.

The Garmin 6000 and 7000 Series are their flagship units, with the most capability and fastest speeds. In addition to doing everything the 4000 and 5000 series units, they also have Garmin's new G-Motion charting performance which puts near real-time data on the screen. If you want blazing fast perfomance these units are for you. See below for deciphering model numbers.

Here is how to decipher the model numbers. Lets use the 4212 as our example - the first digit is the series (In this case 4000 series). the second digit refers to cartography (a "0" means no preloaded charts, and a "2" means coastal USA charts are pre-loaded), and the third and fourth digits are the screen size (in this case 12")

• Garmin 4000, 5000, 6000, and 7000 series units are fully networkable, so you can freely share data and peripherals like radar domes among screens. Garmin does not require a network hub like other brands as each unit literally has a hub built into the back.
• When you add a Garmin G2 Vision Chart to these units a couple of new features get unlocked. The first is "auto Guidance". This feature enables you to put in a destination and the system will automatically generate a route for you to that destination. It takes your boat's depth and height into account to build a safe route. The 2nd feature is the "Fish Eye" view. This is a 3D view of the ocean bottom from behind your boat. The Vision chart adds several other features too, like high resolution satellite imagery to overlay on land and water, photos of points of interest like marinas and harbors, and it gives a 3D look to Garmin's Mariners Eye page which is their version of the highway function units have had for years to assist in following a route.

Garmin 4000 Series Lineup

• 4008 - No Charts, 8" Screen
• 4208 - USA Coastal Charts, 8" Screen
• 4010 - No Charts, 10" Screen
• 4210 - USA Coastal Charts, 10" Screen
• 4012 - No Charts, 12" Screen
• 4212 - USA Coastal Charts, 12" Screen

Garmin 5000 Series Lineup

• 5008 - No Charts , 8" Screen
• 5208 - USA Coastal Charts, 8" Screen
• 5012 - No Charts, 12" Screen
• 5212 - USA Coastal Charts, 12" Screen
• 5015 - No Charts, 15" Screen
• 5215 - USA Coastal Charts, 15" Screen

Garmin 6000 Series Lineup

• 6008 - No Charts, 8" Screen
• 6208 - USA Coastal Charts, 8" Screen
• 6012 - No Charts, 12" Screen
• 6212 - USA Coastal Charts, 12" Screen

Garmin 7000 Series

• 7012 - No Charts, 12" Screen
• 7212 - USA Coastal Charts, 12" Screen
• 7015 - No Charts, 12" Screen
• 7215 - USA Coastal Charts, 12" Screen
  

Peripherals - After you pick your screen size then pick your add-ons.

Radar - All Garmin Radars are 4kW. They are offered in multiple sizes. Domes in 18" and 24" and Open Arrays in 4' and 6'. Any radar is compatible with any radar-capable Garmin display. The most basic domes will be great for Navigation while the 6kW+ open arrays will work for finding birds for fisherman.

• GMR18HD - 18" High Def Dome
• GMR 24HD - 24" High Def Dome
• GMR404 xHD - 4' Open Array
• GMR406 xHD 6' Open Array
• GMR604 xHD 4' 6kW Open Array
• GMR606 XHD 6' 6kW Open Array
• GMR1204 xHD 4' 12kW Open Array
• GMR1206 xHD 6' 12kW Open Array

Fishfinder - To make any Garmin 4000, 5000, 6000 or 7000 Series display a Fishfinder you just need to add the GSD-22 Sounder Module. This is module has up to 2kW of power and is Digital. When connected to your Garmin network it will make any unit on the network a Fishfinder. The GSD-22 does not include a transducer.

• GSD-22

XM Weather/Audio - To make your Garmin un it display weather you will need this. It will give you real-time weather overlayed on your chart, and XM audio that can output to your stereo. Everything needed is included.

• GXM-51
  

Bundles - A few of the more popular Garmin Units are sold as a Bundle to include the Display, Fishfinder Module, and Weather Module. You will still need to add a transducer.

• 4208 Bundle
• 4212 Bundle

GPS and GPS/Fishfinder Combo Units - What you need to know.

• Garmin has a series of GPS and GPS/FF Combo units called the 400 and 500 series. None of these are touchscreen. With these units the first digit of the model number refers to screen size, the second digit refers to cartography included, and the third digit is the screen quality ("1" is the basic screen, "6" is the high resolution screen). So the GPSMAP 546 has a 5" screen, USA Coastal Charts, and the high res screen.
• If the unit is a combo unit which includes Fishfinder functionality there will be an "S" after the model number. So the 541S would be a Combo unit, the 541 would not.
• The Combo units that end in "6" like the 546S also have a 1kW digital Fishfinder, which is an improvement over the 541S.
• All of these units have built in GPS antennas so no external antenna is required. If you have a hardtop or otherwise need an external antenna they can be easily added, its called the GA-29.
  

Available Models

• 421 - 4" Screen, no charts
• 431 - 4" Screen, inland lake charts
• 441 - 4" Screen, USA Coastal Charts
• 421S - 4" Screen, no charts, built in fishfinder
• 431S - 4" Screen, inland lake charts, built in fishfinder
• 441S - 4" Screen, USA Coastal Charts, built in fishfinder
• 521 - 5" Screen, no charts
• 531 - 5" Screen, inland lake charts
• 541 - 5" Screen, USA Coastal Charts
• 526 - 5" Screen, no charts, high res
• 536 - 5" Screen, inland lake charts, high res
• 546 - 5" Screen, USA Coastal Charts, high res
• 521S - 5" Screen, no charts, built in fishfinder
• 531S - 5" Screen, inland lake charts, built in fishfinder
• 541S - 5" Screen, USA Coastal Charts, built in fishfinder
• 526S - 5" Screen, no charts, built in fishfinder, high res
• 536S - 5" Screen, inland lake charts, built in fishfinder, high res
• 546S - 5" Screen, USA Coastal Charts, built in fishfinder, high res

• GA-29 External GPS Antenna (Optional)

AutoPilots - What you need to know

• Garmin offers the best pilot on the market called the GHP10 Autopilot. It is based off of the popular TR1 pilot which was previously the best on the market. Leave it to Garmin to buy the best technology and improve it.
• The GHP10 is NMEA2000 compatible so it will connect to any NMEA2000 display easily.
• It is offered for all makes of engines both inboard and outboard.
• It features a very intuitive color display
• The GHP10 Corepack includes everything to install the pilot except for the pump. Garmin offers 3 pump sizes. Garmin has a Guide to help you determine the right size pump. Most people are opting for the 2.1 Pump as it is the quietest, and with todays silent 4 Strokes any extra noise on a boat is easily heard.
  • GHP10 Corepack
  • 1.2 Liter Pump
  • 2 Liter Pump
  • 2.1 Liter Pump

Instruments - What you need to know

Garmin has a whole new line of NMEA2000 based instruments. These all share a universal 3.5" color display called the GMI-10. From wind, to fuel flow, to engine data, the GMI-10 is a very flexible addition to any helm.

• GMI-10 3.5" Color Display
• GWS-10 Wind Package
• GFS-10 Fuel Manager

Communications - What you need to know

Garmin has released a whole line-up of industry leading VHF Radios and AIS Devices. These radios feature Garmins great quality coupled with their very easy user interface.

• VHF 100 - Basic VHF w/DSC
• VHF-200 - NMEA2000 VHF w/DSC
• VHF 300 - Black Box Style VHF with NMEA2000
• VHF 300 AIS - NMEA2000 Black Box Style VHF w/AIS Receiver
• AIS 300 Transceiver
• AIS 600 Transceiver - Black Box AIS Transmitter/Receiver