New Garmin High Def Digital Radar

[yachtjim]

Just Announced:



GMR™ 18 HD
High-Definition Marine Radar Scanner
Bring high definition to your radar picture with Garmin’s compact GMR 18 HD high definition
marine radar scanner, the next generation in Garmin marine radars. The GMR 18 HD delivers
a whole new level of radar performance with its state-of-the-art Digital Signal Processing which
offers up to 8 times better resolution – providing sharper imagery and improved target separation. Automatic pulse-rate design
optimizes pulse width and repetition rates for each range selected. Radar energy transmissions are balanced to ensure
excellent penetration at longer ranges and noticeably higher-resolution scans at closer ranges. The space-saving 18-inch
radome delivers 4 kilowatts of power and up to 36 nm of scanning range – far surpassing most other radars in its size and price
bracket. You can view the radar display on any Garmin network-compatible multi-function display (MFD) with no software
update required. And to aid in hazard avoidance, MARPA target tracking is supported when combined with an optional heading
sensor.
GMR 18 HD (Includes GMR 18 HD, 15m power/marine network cable, mounting hardware kit, marine network cable connector kit and
installation instructions)
Availability: April 2008
Garmin Part Number: 010-00572-02
UPC: 7-5375907941-3
List: $1,279.99

Product Features and Specifications
• Up to 8 times the amount of sampling data per pulse
• Improved target separation
• Backward compatible with any Garmin network MFD
• “Plug-n-play” network compatible
• Two year warranty
• Physical size: 18” diameter radome, 8.9” high
• Power output: 4kW
• Dual rotation speed: 24/30 RPM
• Weight: 15.8 lbs
• Beam width: 5.0° horizontal, 25° vertical
• Receiver down converter noise figure: less than 5 db
• Maximum / minimum range: 36nm max. / 20m (66 feet) min.
• Supports MARPA with optional heading sensor for collision avoidance
• 100 knot wind performance
• Input voltage: 10.5-35 Vdc
• Waterproof IEC 60529 IPX-7
The GMR 18 HD shares the same accessories as the GMR 18.



GMR™ 24 HD
High-Definition Marine Radar Scanner
Get the HD picture with Garmin’s new GMR 24 HD high-definition marine radar scanner!
State-of-the-art Digital Signal Processing allows the new GMR 24 HD to deliver a whole
new level of radar performance, safety and situational awareness to recreational boaters,
professional mariners and yachtsman alike. This new 24-inch, dual speed digital radar is the ideal HD “plug-and-play” upgrade
to your Garmin Marine Network. The GMR 24 HD offers the boater up to 8 times better resolution – providing sharper imagery
and improved target separation. Plus, with Garmin’s new automatic pulse optimization technology the radar matches pulse
widths and repetition rates with the range selected. So, you get powerful 4 kilowatt radar penetration and unbelievably clear
echo definition at all ranges – near or far. Maximum range is up to 48 nm. Furthermore, you can access the radar data from any
Garmin network-compatible multi-function display (MFD) with no software update required. For added situational awareness,
optional MARPA target tracking is also available with installation of an optional heading sensor.
GMR 24 HD (Includes GMR 24 HD, 15m power/marine network cable, mounting hardware kit, marine network cable connector kit and
installation instructions)
Availability: April 2008
Garmin Part Number: 010-00572-03
UPC: 7-5375907942-0
List: $2,133.32

[t28guy]

Jim, do you know if Garmin is working on a hd digital open array system
Also got the stainless transducer!! Thank you
Todd Smith

[kerno]

Great size and should plug right in to my 4212. I like it. Let us know when they hit the street................

[SWFLNavigation]

The new change stems from the processor change only. These are still the same radar but with a better picture. The Open Array will get an upgrade around Feb 08 but doesn't need to the upgrade as bad as the domes did.

[cnthings]

I thought the current GMR24 was a digital radar??

[SWFLNavigation]

Al radars at some point convert analog to digital. Garmin and a few other brands convert A/D on the radar instead of the display. Garmin's new radars have a new processor, that is the other difference.

[Herm80]

Sounds good Jim, let us know when they arrive!

[Glen E]

Jim/Mike

all this sounds good ....but any before and after screen shots avail?

[SWFLNavigation]

Good question, most likely close to the Miami boat show.

[sandyda]

Does it look like a GMR 18 can be upgraded?

[Capthorace]

Does it look like a GMR 18 can be upgraded?
or are they offering a trade in on the 6 month old model?

[Herm80]

Bump to learn a little more about the new system!

[q3131a]

Herm80 - 1/7/2008 6:20 AM

Bump to learn a little more about the new system!

[SWFLNavigation]

There is no trade in program as of yet. I will be trying out the new Garmin's when they are released and will report the changes..

[bookend]

SWFLNavigation - 1/7/2008 7:17 PM

There is no trade in program as of yet. I will be trying out the new Garmin's when they are released and will report the changes..

I take it these will also work no problem with the 3210 Garmins?

[SWFLNavigation]

Good question, I would think so since the image is processed in the radar and then transfered down via ethernet. I would expect to see a software update down the road.

[Windward]

Can you find birds with it or do you still need an open array?

[cnthings]

FYI, they say Not avail until mid 2008 on the HD at least for the GMR24.

[SWFLNavigation]

Find birds, NO. The beam width is too large on both radars. The new processor will only clean up the radar picture, I'm sure it will be better, just not knock your socks off better.