Hi guys

we have been working on a few large add on screens for the garmin 84xx and 86xx range of MFDs
Basically we had some clients with bass boats and flybridge boats that were going out and finding that a second big mfd wasn't in their budget.. or that a smaller screen wasn't suiting their eyes as they got older

for ages we have been running displays off mfs "mostly to TVs in large saloons or sport fishing yachts for... fun basically"
but we wanted to bring a touch screen element to the party.

So we wanted a touch screen monitor that would meet or exceed garmins specifications to be used in 2nd helm/fishing locations

we came out with a 17.25" a 18.5" and a 24"

We understand that these are big and not for everyone. but its just an option

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So some numbers

The screens are Full HD 1920x1080 resolution
IPS in plane switching for viewing angles and polarised sunglasses
1500nitts brightness for view-ability in sunlight (exceeding garmins 1200)
10 point multi touch (not that it matters much for garmins operating system , which is a maximum of 2 point touch)
1000:1 contrast ratio
IP67 weather proof with waterproof milspec plugs for HDMI,USB,DC,VGA

We oped to use a VESA mounting pattern.. instead of a bracket... we felt this gave most amount of options for mounting footprint and allowed for most amount of angles
The screens are only 48mm deep with a heavy metal body for heat distribution
Membrane touch buttons on the back of the units for settings

We are always looking for feedback and suggestions :)

Thanks!
Moose