Designed to pair performance with reliability, the GPSMAP 8610xsv is the ultimate integrated navigation and sonar solution for anglers, cruisers, and competitive sailors who demand precise coastal planning, deep-water scanning, and a streamlined helm experience.
| General |
| Physical dimensions |
10.25" x 8.0625" x 2.95" (25.9 cm x 20.5 cm x 7.5 cm) |
| Weight |
5.2 lbs (2.4kg) |
| Water rating |
IPX6 and IPX7 |
| Display type |
touchscreen IPS display (anti-glare finish) |
| Display size |
8.6" x 5.4" (21.8 cm x 13.7 cm) |
| Display resolution |
WUXGA; 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Power consumption |
2.7 A |
| Antenna |
Internal or external over NMEA 2000 |
| Mounting options |
Bail, flat or flush (Garmin do not offer any hardware or accessories for a flat-mount installation. Professional tools and knowledge is required.) |
| Receiver |
10 Hz GPS/GLONASS/Galileo |
| Garmin Marine Network™ ports |
2 |
| Maps & Memory |
| Accepts data cards |
2 microSD cards (on back) |
| Waypoints |
5,000 |
| Routes |
100 (250 waypoints each) |
| Track log |
50,000 points; 50 saved tracks |
| pre-loaded maps |
Garmin Navionics+ coastal and inland water charts for the U.S. and Canada |
| Outdoor Recreation Features |
| Tide tables |
Yes |
| Chartplotter Features |
| Garmin Radar compatible |
Yes |
| Garmin Sonar compatible |
Yes |
| Garmin SmartMode compatible (customizable monitor presets) |
Yes |
| Supports AIS (tracks target ships position) |
Yes |
| Supports DSC (displays position data from DSC-capable VHF radio) |
Yes |
| Supports FUSION-Link™ compatible radios |
Yes |
| GSD™ Black Box sonar support |
Yes |
| GCV™ Black Box sonar support |
Yes |
| ActiveCaptain compatible |
Yes |
| Garmin Helm compatible |
Yes |
| GRID™ (Garmin Remote Input Device) compatible |
Yes |
| Wireless remote compatible |
Yes |
| Sonar Features & Specifications |
| Dual-frequency (50/200 kHz) sonar capable |
Yes |
| Dual-beam (77/200 kHz) sonar capable |
Yes |
| Frequencies supported Regular |
Traditional: 50/200, 77/200, 83/200 Single Channel CHIRP: 40-250
Dual Channel CHIRP: 40-250
SideVü/ClearVü: CHIRP 260/455/800
(dependent on transducer) |
| Frequencies supported Ultra High Definition |
Ultra High-Definition ClearVü: 0.8 MHz (800 kHz), CHIRP range: 760-880 kHz
Ultra High-Definition SideVü: 1.2 MHz (1,200 kHz), CHIRP range: 1,060-1,170 kHz
(dependent on transducer) |
| Transmit power |
1 kW traditional; 1 kW CHIRP |
| CHIRP sonar technology |
Yes (Built-in) |
| ClearVü |
Yes |
| SideVü |
Yes |
| Maximum depth |
5,000 ft at 1kW (depth capacity is dependent on water bottom type and other water conditions) |
| Connections |
| NMEA 2000® compatible |
Yes |
| Transducer pin numbers |
1 — LVS sonar, 1 — 12 pin scanning sonar, 1- 8 pin sonar |
| NMEA 0183 input ports |
1 differential |
| NMEA 0183 output ports |
1 differential |
| Video input ports |
1 - BNC composite
1 - HDMI (HDCP compliant) |
| Video output ports |
1 HDMI |
| Wireless connectivity |
Yes |
