OLATHE, Kan. (Sept. 10, 2024) – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the leading innovator in marine electronics, has announced the launch of its new GPSMAP® 9500 Black Box System, which delivers the powerful features of the GPSMAP 9000 series in a compact black box configuration. With seven times the processing power of previous models, the GPSMAP 9500 connects to third-party monitors (sold separately) and offers the fastest networking speeds ever, providing comprehensive connectivity for vessels of all sizes.
Superior Processing Power & Enhanced Networking
For captains seeking top-tier performance, the GPSMAP 9500 black box sets a new standard in processing speed, featuring Garmin’s fastest map drawing and Auto Guidance+™ routing technology. This enhanced processing capability elevates the functionality of all onboard sensors, including sonar, radar, cameras, video, and digital switching systems, delivering seamless connectivity and an improved user experience throughout the vessel’s network.
Thanks to Garmin’s cutting-edge BlueNet™ network, mariners can create a robust helm setup that integrates multiple chartplotters, monitors, radars, cameras, and sonars. The GPSMAP 9500 supports advanced devices like the GSD™ 28 xCHIRP sonar and LiveScope™ XR live sonar, with networking speeds up to 10 times faster than previous models, ensuring minimal lag and smooth data transmission across the system.
Seamless Multimedia Streaming & Enhanced Integration
Powered by Garmin BlueNet, the GPSMAP 9500 not only excels in navigation but also enhances onboard entertainment. With advanced multimedia streaming and HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) distribution, users can stream video and audio across multiple screens and speakers throughout the vessel, creating a unified entertainment experience.
The GPSMAP 9500 integrates easily with existing Garmin marine systems, including chartplotters, radars, autopilots, and sensors through NMEA® 2000 and NMEA® 0183 networks. Additionally, built-in Wi-Fi® allows for wireless software updates via the ActiveCaptain® app, ensuring mariners stay up-to-date with the latest features and improvements using their smartphone or tablet.
Cutting-Edge Integration for the Ultimate Experience
Garmin’s GPSMAP 9000 series, including the new GPSMAP 9500, is designed for effortless integration with a variety of onboard systems, including:
- Engine Monitoring: Stay informed on critical engine data such as RPM, speed, fuel flow, and temperature, with real-time performance monitoring and alerts.
- OneHelm™ Digital Switching: Fully supports the EmpirBus™ system and other third-party monitoring solutions for advanced control and automation.
- Audio Entertainment: Enjoy seamless audio and video integration with JL Audio or Fusion® systems, allowing for music, movie streaming, and audio alerts.
- Camera Support: View and control live footage directly on the chartplotter, including a 360-degree bird’s-eye view for low-speed maneuvers, using the Garmin Surround View Camera System (sold separately).
- Smartwatch Connectivity: Remotely control key chartplotter functions, such as chart zoom and autopilot, from a compatible Garmin smartwatch.
- Voice Commands: Utilize voice control via a compatible headset (not included) for hands-free chartplotter operation.
The GPSMAP 9500 is compatible with up to 4K resolution third-party touchscreen monitors, and OEMs can customize the homepage layout and splash screen for a fully branded and personalized user interface.
Pricing & Availability
The GPSMAP 9500 Black Box System is available now, retailing at $4999.99. It comes with a worldwide basemap and supports Garmin Navionics+™ mapping, including a one-year subscription to daily updates for the most current map content. It also offers compatibility with Garmin Navionics Vision+™ premium mapping, featuring high-resolution relief shading, satellite imagery, and more.
To learn more, visit garmin.com/marine.
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for anglers, sailors, mariners and boat enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing the most innovative, highest quality, and easiest to use marine electronics the industry has ever known, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Other Garmin marine brands include Navionics® and JL Audio. For more information, visit Garmin’s virtual Newsroom, email our press team, connect with @garminmarine or follow our blog.
1Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations.
2 BlueNet Gateway required.
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About Garmin Marine
About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin, GPSMAP, ActiveCaptain, Fusion and Navionics are registered trademarks and AutoGuidance+, GSD, LiveScope, BlueNet, OneHelm, EmpirBus, Garmin Navionics+ and Garmin Navionics Vision+ are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
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