GPSMAP 1623 Chartplotter
GET A SHARPER VIEW FROM A CONNECTED HELM
With its sleek design, powerful processing, and upgraded IPS display, this
advanced 16 chartplotter integrates seamlessly into a Garmin marine system.
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Easily integrate with more engines.
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Connect to compatible third-party devices with digital switching and OneHelm
integrations.
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Easily build a marine system by using our advanced network connectivity.
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Manage the marine experience from nearly anywhere1.

ULTRA HIGH-DEFINITION SCANNING SONAR
Get built-in Ultra High-Definition SideV and
ClearV scanning
sonars with vivid, high-contrast color palettes to help distinguish fish from
structure. The GPSMAP X3 chartplotter series also supports 1 kW traditional
sonar capabilities.

LIVE SONAR SUPPORT
Pair with Panoptix or
LiveScope easy-to-interpret live
sonar (transducer required, sold separately) to see all around your boat in
real time.

FASTER, SHARPER, SMARTER
With its added processing power and slimline design featuring edge-to-edge
glass, its easy to fit this plotter in a wider range of dash
configurations.

BRIGHT AND CLEAR OPTICS
High-resolution IPS displays for 9, 12 or 16 chartplotters offer improved
sunlight readability and visibility from any angle.

PRELOADED MAPPING
Experience unparalleled coverage and detail with built-in Garmin Navionics+ integrated
coastal and inland mapping that includes Auto Guidance+ technology2 and
a 1-year subscription for downloadable daily updates and more
on select chartplotters.

OPTIONAL CHARTS AND MAPS
Bring a fresh new look and feel to your chartplotter with an optional
upgrade to a Garmin Navionics Vision+ premium
chart subscription, featuring downloadable high-resolution relief
shading, satellite imagery, sonar imagery and more.

OPTIONAL RADAR BUNDLE
To help you avoid weather and traffic on the water, the compact 4 kW GMR 18
HD3 dome radar is available as a bundled option with select
GPSMAP chartplotter/sonar packages.

POWER-POLE SHALLOW
WATER ANCHOR
By networking your select Garmin chartplotters with a Force trolling
motor and your compatible Power-Pole shallow water anchoring system, you can
access advanced boat control features3 from
your plotter, including smart anchor auto-deployment, smart anchor jog, auto
stow, anchor drag detection and end-of-route anchoring. Spend more time
fishing, less time positioning.

TROLLING MOTOR INTEGRATION
Get support and integration for your Force trolling motor (sold separately)
to gain complete control while you fish.

CHARGE INTEGRATION FROM POWER-POLE
Your CHARGE Marine Power Manager from Power-Pole integrates with compatible
Garmin chartplotters to help keep your battery power going longer and
stronger on the water. Youre able to charge batteries on the run, monitor
power use, select where power is allocated, control emergency starts and
even transfer power between battery banks all from your chartplotter
display.

GARMIN SAILASSIST SAILING
FEATURES
View laylines, race start line guidance, enhanced wind rose, heading and
course-over-ground lines, true wind data fields and tide/current/time
slider, wind angle, set and drift, wind speed and more.

SAILING POLARS
Use the polar
table to see key data, including how fast you should go at a certain
wind angle and speed so you know whether you need to adjust sail trim.

GARMIN MARINE NETWORK
If you have multiple compatible Garmin devices on your boat, you can share
information such as maps, user data, radar and IP camera video among
them.

NMEA 2000 AND
NMEA 0183 NETWORKS
Connect to compatible autopilots, digital switching, weather, the Fusion
audio system, media, VHF, AIS and more from one screen.

ACTIVECAPTAIN APP
Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity
pairs with the free all-in-one mobile app for access to the
OneChart feature,
smart notifications, software updates, Helm app, Garmin
Quickdraw Community data
and more1.

INTEGRATED ANT TECHNOLOGY
Connect with some of your favorite devices, such as quatix marine
watches, gWind Wireless
2 transducers, GNX Wind marine
instruments and wireless remote controls.

ENGINE CONNECTIVITY
You can connect your chartplotter to different engines, including select
Yamaha engines.

ONEHELM FEATURE
This feature brings
together all the operations and capabilities of select third-party devices,
such as EmpirBus digital
switching, on one screen.

SEND INREACH DEVICE
MESSAGES
Pair your inReach satellite communicator4 to
your chartplotter, and type custom messages by using your MFDs on-screen
keyboard. Access your contact list, or enter an email, inReach address or
phone number. You can also group messages by conversation for a texting-like
experience.
Live Sonar Support
Pair with Panoptix or LiveScope easy-to-interpret live sonar (transducer
required, sold separately) to see all around the boat in real-time.
Faster, Sharper, Smarter
With its added processing power and slimline design featuring edge-to-edge
glass, its easy to fit this plotter in a wider range of dash configurations.
Bright and Clear Optics
High-resolution IPS display chartplotter offer improved sunlight readability and
visibility from any angle.
Optional Charts and Maps
Bring a fresh new look and feel to the chartplotter with an optional upgrade to
a Garmin Navionics Vision+ premium chart subscription, featuring downloadable
high-resolution relief shading, satellite imagery, sonar imagery, and more.
Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor
By networking select Garmin chartplotters with a Force trolling motor and a
compatible Power-Pole shallow water anchoring system, users can access advanced
boat control features3 from
the plotter, including smart anchor auto-deployment, smart anchor jog, auto
stow, anchor drag detection, and end-of-route anchoring. Spend more time fishing
and less time positioning.
Trolling Motor Integration
Get support and integration for a Force trolling motor (sold separately) to gain
complete control while fishing.
Charge Integration From Power-Pole
CHARGE Marine Power Manager from Power-Pole integrates with compatible Garmin
chartplotters to help keep battery power going longer and stronger on the water.
Users are able to charge batteries on the run, monitor power use, select where
power is allocated, control emergency starts, and even transfer power between
battery banks all from the chartplotter display.
Garmin Sailassist Sailing Features
View laylines, race start line guidance, enhanced wind rose, heading and
course-over-ground lines, true wind data fields and tide/current/time slider,
wind angle, set and drift, wind speed, and more.
Sailing Polars
Use the polar table to see key data, including how fast users should go at a
certain wind angle and speed so users know whether the sail trim needs to be
adjusted.
Garmin Marine Network
If users have multiple compatible Garmin devices on the boat, users can share
information such as maps, user data, radar, and IP camera video among them.
NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 Networks
Connect to compatible autopilots, digital switching, weather, the Fusion audio
system, media, VHF, AIS, and more from one screen.
Activecaptian APP
Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity pairs with the free all-in-one mobile app for
access to the OneChart feature, smart notifications, software updates, Helm
app, Garmin Quickdraw Community data, and more1.
Integrated ANT Technology
Connect with some of the favorite devices, such as quatix marine watches, gWind
Wireless 2 transducers, GNX Wind marine instruments, and wireless remote
controls.
Engine Connectivity
Users can connect a chartplotter to different engines, including select Yamaha
engines.
OneHelm Feature
This feature brings together all the operations and capabilities of select
third-party devices, such as EmpirBus digital switching, on one screen.
Send InReach Device Messages
Pair an inReach satellite communicator4 to
the chartplotter, and type custom messages by using the MFDs on-screen
keyboard. Access the contact list, or enter an email, inReach address, or phone
number. Users can also group messages by conversation for a texting-like
experience.
In the Box:
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Chartplotter
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microSD preinstalled
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Power cable
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NMEA 2000 T-connector
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NMEA 2000 drop cable
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Flush mount kit with gasket protective cover
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Trim piece snap covers
Connections
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NMEA 2000 Ports: 1
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NMEA 0183 Input Ports: 1
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NMEA 1083 Input (TX) Ports: 1
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Video Input Ports: 1 (BNC composite)
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Video Output Ports: 1 HDMI
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J1939 Ports: 1
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Garmin Marine Network Ports: 2
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USB Ports: 1
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Bluetooth Pairing
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ANT+ (Connectivity)
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Garmin Wi-Fi Network (Local Connection)
Specifications:
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Unit Dimensions: 15.1" x 10.3" x 3" (38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 7.6 cm)
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Unit Weight: 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg)
Manuals
1Requires ActiveCaptain app on a compatible smartphone paired to a
chartplotter
2Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe
navigation operations
3Integration of these features requires the purchase of a
C-Monster GATEWAY through Power-Pole
4Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or
prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of
the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the
device is intended to be used.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Engineering enhancements are ongoing and may not be reflected in the pictures,
videos and specifications.