Garmin GPSMAP 1523xsv Ultrawide Chartplotter & Sonar
Offering a sleek aesthetic in an ultrawide edge-to-edge glass format, this advanced 15-inch chartplotter clearly expands your perspective at the helm. It is 74% wider and boasts more pixels than a standard 9-inch GPSMAP 923 chartplotter, providing enhanced viewing clarity.
- Ultrawide in-plane switching (ips) 15-inch display fits a variety of helm layouts, including “floating display” configurations
- Connect to compatible third-party devices with digital switching and onehelm integrations
- Easily build a marine system by using our advanced network connectivity
- Navigate waters confidently with support for garmin navionics+ and garmin navionics vision+ charts
- See below the boat with built-in sonar capabilities
- Manage the marine experience from nearly anywhere
Technical Specifications
X| General | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 388.9 x 178.5 x 82.9mm (15.3″ x 7.02″ x 3.3″) |
| Weight | 3.26Kg (7.2 lbs) |
| Water Rating | IPX7 |
| Touchscreen | ✓ |
| Display Size | 34.6 x 12.9cm; 36.8cm diagonal (13.6″ x 5.1″; 14.5″ diagonal) |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 720 pixels |
| Mounting Options | Bail, Flat or Flush |
| Polarised Support | ✓ |
| Maps & Memory | |
|---|---|
| Accepts Data Cards | 2 microSD Cards (On back of unit) |
| Compatible with Garmin SD card reader | Yes (USB card reader) |
| Waypoints | 5,000 |
| Track Points | 50,000 |
| tracks | 50 Saved Tracks |
| Navigation Routes | 100 |
| Sensors | |
|---|---|
| GPS | ✓ |
| GLONASS | ✓ |
| Galileo | ✓ |
| Has built-in receiver | ✓ |
| Receiver | 10 Hz GPS/GLONASS/Galileo |
| NMEA 2000 Compatible | ✓ |
| NMEA 0183 Compatible | ✓ |
| Supports WAAS | ✓ |
| Supports multi-band, multi-consellation GPS | Yes (with external GPS antenna) |
| Optional Map Support | |
|---|---|
| Bluechart G3 | ✓ |
| Bluechart G3 Vision | ✓ |
| Garmin Navionics+ | ✓ |
| Garmin Navionics Vision+ | ✓ |
| Standard Mapping | ✓ |
| Garmin Quickdraw Contours | ✓ |
| Chartplotter Features | |
|---|---|
| Garmin Smartmode Compatible (Custom Monitor Presets) | ✓ |
| AIS | ✓ |
| DSC | ✓ |
| Fusion-Link | ✓ |
| GSD Black Box Sonar Support | ✓ |
| GCV Black Box Sonar Support | ✓ |
| ActiveCaptain App Compatible | ✓ |
| Supports voice commands | ✓ |
| GRID (Garmin Remote Input Device) Compatible | ✓ |
| Wireless Remote Compatible | ✓ |
| Sailing Features | ✓ |
| Spoken Audio Alerts | ✓ |
| OneHelm Support | ✓ |
| Sonar Features & Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Displays Sonar | ✓ |
| Power Output | 1kW |
| Traditional Sonar< (Dual frequency / Beam)/td> | ✓ |
| ClearVu | ✓ |
| SideVu | ✓ |
| Panoptix Sonar | ✓ |
| Livescope | ✓ |
| Connections | |
|---|---|
| NMEA 2000 Ports | 1 |
| NMEA 0183 Input (Rx) Ports | 1 |
| NMEA 0183 Output (Tx) Ports | 1 |
| Video Input Ports | 1 (BNC Composite) |
| J1939 Ports | 1 |
| Garmin Marine Network Ports | 2 |
| 12 Pin Tranducer Ports | 1 |
| USB Ports | ✓ |
| Bluetooth Calling/td> | Yes (BLE) |
| ANT+ Connectivity/td> | ✓ |
| Garmin Wi-Fi Network/td> | ✓ |
| Electrical Features | |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 10 - 32 VDC |
| Typical Current Draw at 12V | 2.44A |
| Max Current at 12V | 4.21A |
| Max Power Use at 10V | 56.93W |
Gain a panoramic perspective
Sleek Modern Design - Offering a stunning display, with minimal trim borders and edge-to-edge glass, the GPSMAP 15x3 chartplotter features an ultrawide, high-resolution touchscreen interface with the familiar, easy-to-use functionality of Garmin's existing GPSMAP x3 series chartplotters.
Bright and Clear Optics - This versatile chartplotter’s ultrawide IPS display provides wider viewing angles, accurate colours, superior clarity and sunlight readability - even with polarised sunglasses.
Split to Fit - Experience the benefits of dual screens with the convenience of seamless control. Split-screen functionality lets users size and organise the display configuration to put the data needed right where its wanted.
Two Mounting Options - A bail-mount option with inset knobs and a bracket supports unique “floating display” installations (sold separately), while a rear-mount option is provided for secure flush- and flat-mount helm solutions.
See the world below
Traditional and Scanning Sonar Support - Get built-in support for 1 kW CHIRP traditional sonar for superior target separation. Plus, Ultra High-Definition ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonars feature vivid, high-contrast colour palettes to help distinguish fish from structure (transducer required - sold separately).
Panoptix 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.
Made for the helm
Mapping - Navigate with optional Garmin Navionics+ charts that include Auto Guidance+ technology, daily updates and more (subscription required).
Premium Charts - Get support for Garmin Navionics Vision+ charts with premium relief shading and satellite imagery.
Sail and navigate with ease
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 the boat should go at a certain wind angle and speed - Helps sailors know when to adjust sail trim.
Garmin Marine Network - Share information such as maps, user data, radar and IP camera video with multiple compatible Garmin devices on the boat.
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 (when paired with a smartphone), software updates, Helm app, Garmin Quickdraw Community data and more.
Integrated ANT Technology - Connect with other devices, such as quatix marine watches, gWind Wireless 2 transducers, GNX Wind marine instruments and wireless remote controls.
Engine Connectivity - Connect the chartplotter to different engines, including select Yamaha and Mercury engines.
OneHelm Feature - This feature brings together all of the operations and capabilities of EmpirBus digital switching and other third-party devices on one screen.
Send InReach Device Messages - Pair an inReach satellite communicator to the chartplotter, and type custom messages by using the MFD’s on-screen keyboard. Access the contact list, or enter an email, inReach address or phone number. It can also send group messages by conversation for a texting-like experience.
Connect with additional boat control options
Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor - By networking the GPSMAP 15x3 chartplotter with a Force trolling motor and a compatible Power-Pole shallow water anchoring system, Access advanced boat control features 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, less time positioning.
Trolling Motor Integration - Get support and integration for any Force series trolling motor (sold separately) to gain more control while fishing.
In The Box
- GPSMAP 1523xsv ultrawide chartplotter
- Power Cable
- Thin flush mount kit with gasket
- Protective Cover
- 8-pin transducer to 12-pin sounder adapter cable
- 2 m backbone/drop cable and T-connector for NMEA 2000 Network
- Documentation



























