Garmin Network

[Marsman]

Hi,

Has anyone setup a Garmin network to run a 2nd display at the back of the boat? I have a 7012 unit (2013) with Radar, Sounder box and VHF all connected together. I'm an IT guy (27yrs) and have research it a lot and it looks like I only need to run a Cat5 / power to the back. This will be plugged into the back of my 7012 which still has an open network port. I'm only wanting to see the charts/sounder options for fishing. Also I have looked at the Garmin compatibility website and looks like I need to buy a older unit as the newer ones will not work. (GPSMAP, the Echomap will not be compatible)

So any one have a 7-10" they want to part with to upgrade their unit? I found a new 8" unit I can get for $1017 delivered.

Cheers, Rob

 

[Marsman]

Well after talking to Garmin my unit is not simple in adding another unit to the back via network (no sonar) or POE injector to get Wi-Fi going. Looks like go with what I got till I need to upgrade.

Cheers, Rob

 

[Forbsey10]

We just set a second screen up in the stern bought a new 742xsplus
have a 7410 xsv at the helm. works good so far
Just ran a Ethernet cable to front and it works good

 

[Sir Reel]

Hi,

Has anyone setup a Garmin network to run a 2nd display at the back of the boat? I have a 7012 unit (2013) with Radar, Sounder box and VHF all connected together. I'm an IT guy (27yrs) and have research it a lot and it looks like I only need to run a Cat5 / power to the back. This will be plugged into the back of my 7012 which still has an open network port. I'm only wanting to see the charts/sounder options for fishing. Also I have looked at the Garmin compatibility website and looks like I need to buy a older unit as the newer ones will not work. (GPSMAP, the Echomap will not be compatible)

So any one have a 7-10" they want to part with to upgrade their unit? I found a new 8" unit I can get for $1017 delivered.

Cheers, Rob

Had a similar problem on my previous boat and ended up just buying a standalone Garmin 7” GPSmap with sounder and charts for back deck. At the time the new unit had a better sounder, ungraded/current charts and included the transducer. Got it at the Vancouver boat show for about $700. Solves your problem and gives you a full backup.
Current boat has all new Garmin gear with 3 screens, radar, and sounder, all connected. it’s brilliant.
FYI I am in IT too. 35+ years!