NSS8 Chartplotter / Multifunction Display

Part # 000-10196-001
USD MSRP:
$2,345.00

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This feature loaded, fully integrated, 8-inch touch-screen chartplotter / multifunction display with built-in GPS and performance Echosounder, and NMEA 2000® network compatibility, puts powerful navigation systems in the hands of performance-minded boaters. It also comes with Insight USA Cartography, for the ultimate in situational awareness.

For Latin America and Canada, the NSS8 can also be purchased with C-MAP by Jeppesen Max-N BDS mapping:
Part #000-10990-004  MSRP from $2,445.00

Key Features

  • Extreme Ease of Use
  • Touch Sensible™ Technology
  • Powerfully Fast Charting
  • GoFree Wireless™ Compatible
  • Insight Genesis Ready
  • Expandable
  • Bright Display
  • Simrad Yachting Construction
  • Built-In GPS
  • Built-In Echosounder
  • Embedded Cartography
  • Micro SD
  • NMEA 2000®
  • Smart Boat Technology
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    Simrad Broadband Radar

    Key Features

    Utilising FMCW technology and advanced digital signal processing, Broadband Radar offer benefits that no other can match. The solid-state technology eliminates the "main bang" associated with conventional radars, whilst also providing unrivalled short-range target detection and separation xxx.

    • Beam Sharpening (Broadband 4G™ Radar NSE/NSO only)
    • Dual Range (Broadband 4G Radar NSE/NSO only)
    • Unrivalled Short-Range
    • Crystal Clear Image
    • Automatic Clarity
    • MARPA Target Tracking
    • Dual Guard Zones
    • InstantOn™
    • Low Power Consumption
    • Zero Radiation Hazard
    • High Speed Mode
    • Ethernet Connectivity

    Simrad Autopilot

    Key Features

    Award-winning and ocean proven auto-steering systems that you can rely on. Our extensive range covers vessels from small tiller boats to large superyachts and everything in between. Advanced steering patterns and total integration with your chartplotter / multifunction display combine to make the most comprehensive of all Pilot systems.
    • Integrated Turn Patterns
    • Dodge Function
    • Virtual Rudder Feedback
    • Advanced Wind Steering
    • Constant Depth Tracking
    • Control Unit Options

    Simrad HD Digital Radar

    Key Features

    High-definition digital radome and open array radar from Simrad Yachting deliver superior performance for almost any size of vessel. From the compact 2kW radome to the powerful open array scanners, all utilise advanced digital signal processing to ensure exceptional detection of small or distant targets.
    • Radome or Open Array
    • High Detail
    • True Colour
    • Auto Modes
    • Chart Overlay
    • Guard Zones
    • Ethernet Connectivity

    Simrad StuctureScan

    Key Features

    StructureScan provides the ultimate in reality echosounding with SideScan and DownScan™ imaging for a true 180° view of what's below your boat. In depths of up to 100m StructureScan offers near picture perfect imagery of the bottom, structure and fish.
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    • DownScan™ Imaging
    • SideScan Imaging
    • Trackback™
    • DownScan Overlay
    • Colour Palette Options
    • Ethernet Connectivity

    Simrad Broadband Sounder

    Key Features

    The BSM-1 and BSM-2 Broadband Sounder modules utilise advanced digital processing to provide anglers with superior clarity whether fishing in deep or shallow water. New CHIRP technology and a 3000m working range make BSM-2 the choice of professionals and serious sport fishermen.
    • Deep Water Penetration
    • CHIRP Technology (BSM-2 only)
    • Unprecedented resolution
    • Low Noise
    • Spread Spectrum Transmit Power
    • Multi-Frequency
    • Dual Transceiver Capability (BSM-2 only)
    • Fully Waterproof
    • Ethernet Connectivity

    Simrad AIS

    Key Features

    Aiding safe navigation, AIS provide vessel data for collision avoidance purposes – essential in today's congested ports and busy shipping lanes.
    • Class-B Approved
    • See and Be Seen
    • NMEA2000® and NMEA0183® Compatible
    • Fully Waterproof

    Simrad High Speed GPS

    Key Features

    High Speed GPS antennas provide incredible position accuracy for all of your navigational needs. Whether you simply want to track your progress along a route or mark your favourite spot, the 16-channel, 5Hz antenna ensures superior signal acquisition, so you can log your exact location instantaneously.
    • 16 Channel, 5Hz
    • Compact Design
    • Flush Mounting Option
    • NMEA2000® Connectivity

    Simrad SonicHub

    Key Features

    SonicHub is a complete marine audio server with waterproof dock for your iPod, iTouch, iPhone or MP3 USB drive, which can be controlled from your chartplotter / multifunction display. Never leave the dock without your favourite tunes again!
    • iPhone, iTouch, iPod Compatible
    • USB Drive Compatible
    • Waterproof Docking Case
    • AM/FM Radio
    • Sirius Weather Integration
    • Multi-Zone Control
    • Video Integration
    • NMEA2000® Connectivity


    What are people saying?

    "Clearly, Navico's R&D Team was communing with its inner Apple when it developed it's latest multifunction display (MFD), the Simrad NSS Sport."

    Passagemaker Magazine- May 2011

    "Simrad’s latest series of multifunction displays can do everything from show you fish to manage your tunes with touchscreen simplicity"

    Great Lakes Angler- May 2011

    "NSS system is arguably the easiest to use on the market to date."

    trailerboats.com

    "You can literally have it your way, thanks to NSS's ability to create completely flexible user preference pathways to displays and data."

    Pacific Coast Sportfishing JUN 20



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    Specifications

    Overview
    Description

    Touchscreen, Multifunction Display
    Display Size

    8"
    Screen Brightness

    1200cd/m2
    Built-In Cartography

    Insight USA™
    GPS Antenna

    Internal (External Optional)
    Networking Capability

    1 x NMEA2000 Micro-C

    1 x NMEA0183 In/Out
    Video Integration

    2 x Input
    Radar Options / Features

    All/Standard
    Satellite Weather

    WM-2
    Echosounder Options

    Built-In
    StructureScan™ Compatible

    Yes
    CZone Smart Boat Integration

    Yes

    Display
    Backlighting Levels 1200 nits
    Display Resolution [pixels x pixels] 800 x 600
    Multi-language Display Yes
    Display Type 8 inch Color TFT LCD

    Technical/Environmental
    Operating Temperature -15 °C to +55°C (+5°F to +131°F)
    Housing Plastic housing; Die cast rear heatsink
    Waterproof Standard/rating IPx7
    Product Width 283.5 mm / 11.16 in
    Product Depth 120 mm /4.72 in
    Product Height 192 mm / 7.56 in
    Product Weight 2.1 kg / 4.6 lbs

    Power
    Power Consumption 15.6W or 1.2A @ 13VDC
    Power Supply (Supply Voltage) 12.0 VDC-24.0 VDC (9.0 - 32.0 VDC Min-Max) vDC
    NMEA 2000 Load Equivalency Number 1

    Other
    Languages English (UK), English (US), Danish, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Croatian, Finnish, Icelandic, Dutch,Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Slovenian, Russian, Ukrainian, Bulgarian
    Other Features *Echosounder - NB. Echosounder only applies to NSS8 Ethernet - 1 port Interface (NMEA 2000) - Micro C (1) Video Input: Composite Video x (multiplexed) SD Card Slot: Micro SD (1) Certificates of Conformity: CE (EN609
    PGN Data
    PGN # PGN DESCRIPTION Support
    Rx Tx
    59392 ISO Acknowledgement x x
    59904 ISO Request x x
    60160 ISO Transport Protocol, Data Transfer x x
    60416 ISO Transport Protocol, Connection M. x x
    60928 ISO Address Claim x x
    65240 ISO Commanded Address x  
    126208 NMEA Cmd/Req/Ack Group Function x x
    126992 System Time x x
    126996 Product Information x x
    127237 Heading / Track Control x x
    127245 Rudder x  
    127250 Vessel Heading x x
    127251 Rate Of Turn x  
    127257 Attitude x  
    127258 Magnetic Variation x x
    127488 Engine Parameters, Rapid Update x  
    127489 Engine Parameters, Dynamic x  
    127493 Transmission Parameters, Dynamic x  
    127503 AC Input Status x  
    127505 Fluid Level x  
    127506 DC Detailed Status x  
    127508 Battery Status x  
    128259 Speed, Water Referenced x x
    128267 Water Depth x x
    128275 Distance Log x x
    129025 Position, Rapid Update x x
    129026 COG & SOG, Rapid Update x x
    129029 GNSS Position Data x x
    129033 Time & Date x  
    129038 AIS Class A Position Report x  
    129039 AIS Class B Position Report x  
    129040 AIS Class B Extended Position Report x  
    129283 Cross Track Error x x
    129284 Navigation Data x x
    129285 Navigation - Route/WP Information   x
    129539 GNSS DOPs x x
    129540 GNSS Sats in View x x
    129794 AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data x  
    129801 AIS Addressed Safety Related Message x  
    129802 AIS Safety Related Broadcast Message x  
    129808 DSC Call Information x  
    130074 Route and WP Service - WP List - N&P x x
    130306 Wind Data x x
    130310 Environmental Parameters x x
    130311 Environmental Parameters x x
    130312 Temperature x x
    130313 Humidity x  
    130314 Actual Pressure x  
    130576 Small Craft Status x  
    130577 Direction Data x x

    Sonar
    EchoSounder Frequencies *NSS8: 50/200 or 83/200kHz kHz
    EchoSounder Max Sonar Depth [m] 1000
    EchoSounder Output Power Max *NSS8: Max 250W Peak to Peak (31W RMS) actual W
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    NSS8 Chartplotter / Multifunction Display Key Features

    • Extreme Ease of Use

      Simple smartphone style menus and icons on the touch-screen guide you to the information you need, and tap, touch and swipe gestures get you there faster and easier than any competitive system.

    • Touch Sensible™ Technology

      Developed specifically for the marine environment for outstanding functionality in any sea state. Includes touch-screen, rotary controller and minimalist keypad.

    • Powerfully Fast Charting

      Navigate effortlessly with premium built-in cartography. Touch the screen to mark waypoints and build routes, and pan charts with your fingertip.

    • Expandable

      Network multiple displays and performance modules effortlessly to create an unrivalled fully-integrated system.

    • GoFree™ Wireless Compatible

      When combined with the WiFI-1 wireless module, GoFree offers connectivity between Simrad NSS Multifunction Displays, tablets and smartphones, bringing boaters an exciting new level of navigational control.

    • Insight Genesis Ready

      View Insight Genesis custom maps with your NSS Sport, or create new maps using the built-in echosounder

    • Bright Display

      Unique LED backlighting technology provides a bright, clear, highly visible display which not only reduces power consumption, but also increases product life.

    • Simrad Yachting Construction

      Elegantly designed and brutally strong.

    • Built-In Echosounder

      A full value package. Just add a radar for a complete navigation system.
      Simply add a transducer to transform your NSS into a powerful fish finding system.

    • Embedded Cartography

      Built-in Insight or Navionics Coastal Cartography.

    • Micro SD

      Upgrade your cartography with ease.

    • NMEA 2000®

      Fully compatible with all NMEA 2000® equipped units.

    • Smart Boat Technology

      Transform your vessel into a "smart boat" with CZone digital switching  and monitoring technology.