The GPSMAP 168 Sounder is a combination GPS receiver and chartplotter which includes a depth-finder. The unit also contains an impressive list of features including a powerful 12 parallel channel GPS receiver and tide prediction tables. Featuring a built-in worldwide basemap with U.S. highways, interstates, rivers, and lakes, the GPSMAP 168 Sounder also can accept downloaded map data from GARMIN's MapSource™ line of CD-ROMs.

Physically, the unit resembles GARMIN's popular Fishfinder 240. It measures about five by six inches in size and boasts a four-level gray FSTN LCD display with 240 x 240 pixels. Even in the dark the unit is easy to read, thanks to a backlit display.

Additionally, the GPSMAP 168 Sounder has a 150-watt depth-finder to make catching fish a whole lot easier. The unit features GARMIN's exclusive See-Thru™ technology which will help separate fish returns from thermoclines and structure. What's more, a graphic whiteline on the GPSMAP 168 Sounder provides a clear image of both bottom hardness and structure. (This product will be available April 2000.)

• GPSMAP 168 chartplotting receiver
• Remote antenna with 30' cable
• Power/data cable
• User's manual
• Surface/flush mount bracket with knobs
• Quick reference guide
• Transom mount transducer