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GPSMAP® 8700 Black Box GPS unit

The Garmin GPSMAP 8700 Black Box is a high-performance marine processor designed for advanced video integration and management of complex navigation systems. It allows simultaneous display of up to five video streams and sophisticated camera tracking functions. This product includes only the GPSMAP 8700 Black Box unit.

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Technical specifications

Mounting type	Hidden installation
Bus compatibility	NMEA 2000,NMEA 0183
Wired network	Garmin Marine Network, Ethernet
Certifications	CE, FCC
Wired input	Composite video,Ethernet,NMEA 2000,NMEA 0183
Radar compatibility	Yes
Compatible charts	Garmin Charts
Available alarms	Navigation alarms, AIS/MARPA target alarms
External GNSS antenna support	Yes

Detailed description

The Garmin GPSMAP 8700 Black Box is a high-performance centralized processing solution designed for complex marine navigation systems. Unlike the integrated chartplotters in the GPSMAP 8400 or 8600 series, this "black box" unit offers maximum flexibility for custom installations, allowing multiple displays to be connected and data/video management to be centralized. It serves as the core of advanced navigation and monitoring systems, capable of handling multiple video streams and sophisticated tracking features.

Video integration and advanced monitoring

The GPSMAP 8700 Black Box excels in integrating third-party and Garmin network cameras, such as FLIR M and MD series cameras, as well as Garmin GC 14 and GC 200 models. It allows video streams to be viewed on all Garmin marine network displays and supports combined screen configurations to display up to five video sources simultaneously. For integrating standard Ethernet equipment such as network cameras or switches, the use of a Garmin PoE isolation coupler (part number 010-10580-10) is mandatory to prevent damage to the chartplotter.

Camera tracking and control features

This unit supports touch-based camera control functions, including pinch-to-zoom and swipe-to-pan/tilt. It also offers configurable presets for each camera's position and zoom. For extended monitoring capabilities, the GPSMAP 8700 Black Box supports camera tracking via "Compass Lock" (fixed heading), "Vessel Lock" (fixed angle relative to the vessel), and AIS/MARPA target tracking. These functions require the connection of specific sensors: a GPS antenna, a heading sensor (9-axis recommended for optimal performance), a compatible AIS receiver, and/or a compatible radar for MARPA tracking.

Documentation

Type	Nom
	Installation Guide - Garmin Marine Camera Integration (EN)
	Conformite et securite - Informations de sécurité et produit pour GPSMAP 8700 Black Box (EN)

Expert opinion

Pol CONIN

Digital Manager

« Technical analysis: The versatile core of the Garmin network »

The Garmin GPSMAP 8700 Black Box unit serves as a critical central processing unit for any demanding marine navigation system. Its "black box" design sets it apart from all-in-one units, offering a distributed architecture that enables deep integration with multiple displays and superior installation flexibility. This approach is particularly beneficial for vessels requiring a customized helm station, where space is optimized and displays are remote.

Its ability to manage up to five simultaneous video streams, including FLIR and Garmin cameras, is a major asset for 360° surveillance and safety. The integration of camera tracking functions (Compass Lock, Vessel Lock, slew-to-cue for AIS/MARPA), though requiring additional sensors (GPS, 9-axis heading sensor, AIS, radar), demonstrates its potential for advanced navigation and safety applications. The requirement for a PoE isolation coupler (010-10580-10) for standard Ethernet equipment underscores the robustness and specificity of the Garmin marine network, ensuring system integrity essential in a nautical environment.

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GPSMAP® 8700 Black Box GPS unit

£2,793.64 GBP

£2,793.64 GBP ~~£3,682.52 GBP~~

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a 'Black Box' chartplotter like the GPSMAP 8700?

The GPSMAP 8700 Black Box is a high-performance central processing unit designed for complex marine navigation systems. Unlike chartplotters with integrated displays, this unit has no screen and serves as the core hub for managing data, video, and other advanced features. It provides maximum flexibility to connect multiple external displays and centralize the management of your entire navigation and monitoring system.

What types of cameras can I connect to the GPSMAP 8700 Black Box unit?

The GPSMAP 8700 Black Box unit supports integration with various cameras:

Garmin network cameras, such as the Garmin GC 14 and GC 200 models.FLIR M and MD series network cameras.Other compatible third-party network cameras.It allows you to view video streams on all Garmin Marine network displays.

How many video sources can the GPSMAP 8700 Black Box display simultaneously?

For optimal network performance, Garmin recommends not streaming more than five video sources simultaneously. You can configure combined displays to show multiple videos at once.

Is special equipment required to connect network cameras or standard Ethernet switches to a Garmin marine network?

Yes, using a Garmin PoE isolation coupler (part number 010-10580-10) is mandatory to connect any standard Ethernet device (such as a network camera, network switch, or PoE injector) to a Garmin marine network. This prevents damage to the chartplotter.

Which camera tracking features are supported by the GPSMAP 8700 Black Box?

The GPSMAP 8700 Black Box supports several camera tracking features, provided the appropriate sensors and cameras are connected:

Compass Lock: keeps the camera fixed on a heading relative to the boat's compass. Vessel Lock: locks the camera at a fixed angle relative to the boat. AIS, MARPA or waypoint tracking (slew-to-cue): allows the camera to follow specific targets.

Which sensors are required to use camera tracking functions such as compass or vessel lock?

To support compass and vessel lock functions, you must connect the following to the Garmin Marine or NMEA 2000 network:

A marine camera compatible with tracking (e.g., a recent FLIR IP video camera).A GPS antenna.A heading sensor (a 9-axis heading sensor providing yaw, pitch, and roll data is recommended for optimal performance).For AIS and MARPA target tracking, a compatible AIS receiver and a compatible radar device are also required.

What are the risks if I connect a Power over Ethernet (PoE) device directly to a Garmin marine network without an isolation coupler?

Connecting a PoE device directly to a Garmin chartplotter on the Garmin marine network without using a Garmin PoE isolation coupler (reference 010-10580-10) will damage the Garmin chartplotter and may also damage the PoE device itself. The isolation coupler is essential to protect your equipment.