Description
Garmin Navionics+ NSUS012R Canada East & Great Lakes | Boat Supply Store
Ensure precise navigation across Eastern Canada's extensive coastal and inland waterways, including the Great Lakes, with this advanced cartography solution. This microSD™ card provides daily chart updates via the ActiveCaptain app, leveraging Auto Guidance+ technology for intelligent dock-to-dock routing. Benefit from detailed bathymetric data, including 1' contours and user-defined shallow water shading, critical for safe passage in complex environments.
Key Features
- Detailed coastal and inland coverage of Eastern Canada and the Great Lakes.
- Daily chart updates delivered via the ActiveCaptain® app.
- Intelligent Auto Guidance+ technology for suggested dock-to-dock routings.
- Enhanced bottom structure depiction with up to 1' contours.
- Customizable Shallow Water Shading for proactive avoidance.
- Integrated Garmin and Navionics® content with a familiar color palette.
- Valuable community-sourced POIs and recommendations from ActiveCaptain.
- One-year subscription for continuous access to updates and new content.
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Format | microSD™/SD™ |
| Coverage | Eastern Canada (coastal & inland), Great Lakes |
| Updates | Daily via ActiveCaptain app |
| Subscription | 1-year |
| Auto Guidance | Auto Guidance+ technology |
| Depth Range Shading | Up to 10 color-shaded ranges |
| Contours | Up to 1' resolution |
| Shallow Water Shading | User-defined |
Who This Is For
Boaters navigating the coastal waters, lakes, and rivers of Eastern Canada and the Great Lakes region who require detailed, up-to-date marine cartography for safe and efficient navigation, fishing, and route planning.
How It Compares
| Feature | Garmin Navionics+ NSUS012R Canada East & Great Lakes | Garmin BlueChart g3 Vision HD |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage Area | Canada, East & Great Lakes | Canada, East & Great Lakes |
| Subscription for Daily Updates | Included (1 year) | Not Included |
| Auto Guidance Technology | Auto Guidance+ | Auto Guidance 3.0 |
| Format | microSD™/SD™ | microSD™/SD™ |
Common Concerns Answered
Are there any reported issues with chart updates?
While the ActiveCaptain app facilitates daily chart updates, some users have occasionally reported synchronization issues. Ensuring a stable internet connection during the update process can help mitigate these occurrences.
Can I customize the chart appearance?
This product integrates Garmin and Navionics content with a popular Navionics style color palette. While some users may prefer the visual styling of older Navionics charts, the current interface is designed for clarity and ease of use.
What happens after the one-year subscription expires?
The included one-year subscription is essential for maintaining access to daily chart updates and new content. To continue receiving these benefits, the subscription will require renewal after the initial term.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific geographic areas are covered by the Garmin Navionics+ NSUS012R Canada, East & Great Lakes chart card?
The NSUS012R card provides detailed coverage for the coastal and inland waterways of Eastern Canada (excluding Yukon and Nunavut), all of the Great Lakes, the St. Lawrence River, the Maritime Provinces, and the Grand Banks.
What is included with the one-year subscription for the Garmin Navionics+ NSUS012R?
The one-year subscription grants access to daily chart updates via the ActiveCaptain app, ensuring your cartography is always current with the latest navigational information and community data.
Can I update the charts on the Garmin Navionics+ NSUS012R card?
Yes, chart updates are available daily through the Garmin ActiveCaptain app, provided your subscription is active. Simply connect your compatible chartplotter to a Wi-Fi network and sync through the app.
What is Auto Guidance+ technology and how does it work with this chart card?
Auto Guidance+ technology utilizes chart data to suggest optimal dock-to-dock routings based on your vessel's dimensions and draft, helping to identify safe paths, channels, and other navigational aids for more efficient trip planning.
What Garmin chartplotters are compatible with the Garmin Navionics+ NSUS012R?
Compatibility varies by chartplotter model. Refer to the Garmin website's product page for the NSUS012R or consult your chartplotter's manual to confirm specific compatibility.
