Garmin GPSMAP 943 Chartplotter GN+ with High-Resolution 9-inch Touchscreen and Marine Mapping

GPSMAP 943 Chartplotter GN+

Youre a boater who wants premium features, maps, and charts for your connected helm. This crisp 9" high-resolution chartplotter makes that wish come true.

Get a sharper view from your connected helm with the GPSMAP 943 chartplotter. Its higher-resolution 9 in-plane switching display has 50% more pixels than previous-generation chartplotters. The ultra-sleek design and nearly double the processing power of previous-generation GPSMAP devices offer seamless integration into your Garmin marine system. Preloaded Garmin Navionics+ coastal charts and inland mapping feature Auto Guidance+ technology (Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations) for helping you get where you need to go. Plus, theres support for optional Garmin Navionics Vision+ premium map content. Easily build your marine system from compatible sonar and autopilots to compatible radar, cameras and multimedia by using HTML 5.0, NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 networking, J1939 for engines, and the Garmin Marine Network. Add FrontV forward-looking sonar (sold separately) for help in avoiding underwater obstructions ahead. Or pair your plotter with your other compatible Garmin devices, such as quatix smartwatches, wind transducers, wireless remote controls, and more.

Features:

• Higher-resolution in-plane switching touchscreen display offers improved sunlight readability and visibility from any angle, with 50% more pixels than previous-generation 9 units


• Fast and responsive, with nearly twice the processing power of previous-generation GPSMAP devices, this system references 10 Hz GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo) for accurate positioning and smooth speed as well as COG data


• Slimline display borders, edge-to-edge glass, and reduced unit footprint make for easy retrofit in a wider range of dash configurations


• Preloaded Garmin Navionics+ coastal charts and inland mapping feature Auto Guidance+ technology (Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations) ; plus, theres support for optional Garmin Navionics Vision+ premium map content.


• Built-in Garmin SailAssist features, including laylines, race features, set and drift, wind data and more. Requires compatible wind transducer (sold separately)


• J1939 engine connectivity for easy integration with engines and our exclusive OneHelm feature for connecting to your compatible third-party devices, such as EmpirBus digital switching


• Easily build your marine system from compatible sonar and autopilots to compatible radar, cameras and multimedia by using NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 networking and the Garmin Marine Network


• Use built-in Wi-Fi networking to pair with the free ActiveCaptain smartphone app for access to the OneChart feature, smart notifications, software updates, and more.


• Integrated ANT connectivity support for use with compatible quatix smartwatches, the gWind Wireless 2 transducer, GNX Wind marine instrument, and wireless remote controls

What's In The Box

• Chartplotter


• microSD preinstalled


• Power cable


• NMEA 2000 T-connector


• NMEA 2000 drop cable


• Bail mount with knobs


• Flush mount kit with gasket


• Protective cover


• Trim piece snap covers


• Documentation


• GPSMAP x3 chartplotters are preloaded with Garmin Navionics+ offshore, coastal, and inland water charts for the U.S. and Canada

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including NICKEL (METALLIC) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

The Garmin GPSMAP 943 Chartplotter GN+ is designed for serious boaters seeking advanced navigation features, high-quality maps, and seamless system integration. Its crisp 9-inch in-plane switching display offers 50% more pixels than previous models, ensuring superior sunlight readability and visibility from any angle. The ultra-sleek, edge-to-edge glass design allows for easy installation and a modern aesthetic that complements a variety of dash configurations. With nearly twice the processing power of earlier GPSMAP units, this system provides fast, responsive operation, referencing 10 Hz GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo) for precise positioning and smooth speed and course data. This makes it an excellent choice for navigating complex waterways or open seas.

Preloaded with Garmin Navionics+ coastal charts and inland mapping, the GPSMAP 943 features Auto Guidance+ technology to assist with route planning (note: for planning purposes only and not a substitute for safe navigation). The device also supports optional Garmin Navionics Vision+ premium maps, expanding your marine chart options. Built-in Garmin SailAssist features, including laylines, race features, set and drift, and wind data (requires a compatible wind transducer sold separately), enhance sailing performance. The system’s connectivity options include NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, and Garmin Marine Network, allowing you to easily integrate with compatible sonar, autopilots, radar, cameras, and multimedia devices to build a comprehensive marine system. The built-in Wi-Fi enables pairing with the free ActiveCaptain app for smart notifications, software updates, and access to the OneChart feature, while ANT support facilitates connection with compatible smartwatches, wireless transducers, and marine instruments.

Included accessories comprise a preloaded microSD card, power cable, NMEA 2000 T-connector and drop cable, bail and flush mount kits with gasket, protective cover, trim piece snap covers, and comprehensive documentation. Garmin GPSMAP 943 Chartplotter GN+ is an ideal choice for boaters who demand high-resolution displays, versatile mapping, and robust connectivity in a sleek, modern package.

Features:

• High-resolution 9-inch in-plane switching touchscreen offers improved sunlight readability and visibility from any angle, with 50% more pixels than previous models

• Fast and responsive performance, with nearly twice the processing power of earlier units, referencing 10 Hz GNSS for accurate positioning and smooth course over ground data

• Slimline display borders, edge-to-edge glass, and a reduced footprint facilitate easy retrofit into a variety of dash setups

• Preloaded Garmin Navionics+ coastal and inland charts with Auto Guidance+ technology; supports optional Navionics Vision+ premium maps

• Built-in Garmin SailAssist features including laylines, race features, set and drift, and wind data (requires compatible wind transducer)

• J1939 engine connectivity for seamless integration with marine engines and third-party devices via OneHelm

• Supports NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, and Garmin Marine Network for system expansion with compatible sonar, autopilots, radar, cameras, and multimedia

• Built-in Wi-Fi for pairing with ActiveCaptain app for notifications, updates, and access to OneChart

• Integrated ANT connectivity supports Garmin quatix smartwatches, wireless transducers, and marine instruments