Overview

The Simrad NSX ULTRAWIDE is an ultrawide chartplotter and fishfinder display for helm installs where you want charting, sonar, and instruments on one screen. It uses a 1920 x 720 px touchscreen and is rated at over 1000 nits for bright conditions.

Power is 12 V DC (10 to 17 V) with a 3 A recommended fuse, and the unit is rated IPx6 and IPx7 for spray and washdowns. Networking and integration are handled through Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Bluetooth 4.0, Ethernet, USB, and a NMEA 2000 Micro-C port (1 LEN), with an internal 10 Hz GPS receiver built in.

For sonar, each configuration includes a 9-pin Xsonic sonar port that supports single-channel CHIRP at 50/200 kHz and works with HDI and Active Imaging transducers. Choose a configuration that includes an Active Imaging 3-in-1 transducer, or a display-only option if you are supplying the transducer separately.

Key features

• Ultrawide touchscreen display with 1920 x 720 px resolution and over 1000 nits brightness
• Available screen sizes: 12 inch or 15 inch (by configuration)
• 12 V DC power input (10 to 17 V) with a 3 A recommended fuse
• Waterproof rating: IPx6 and IPx7
• NMEA 2000 Micro-C port (1 LEN) for engine data, sensors, and autopilot integration
• Internal 10 Hz GPS receiver
• Connectivity for modern installs: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Ethernet, USB, and MicroSD storage support
• One 9-pin Xsonic sonar port supporting single-channel CHIRP (50/200 kHz) and compatibility with HDI and Active Imaging transducers

Variants

This product is offered in multiple configurations to match different helm layouts and sonar setups.

Configurations vary by screen size and whether an Active Imaging 3-in-1 transducer is included.

• 000-16216-001: Screen size 12 inch; Transducer Active Imaging 3-in-1. A compact ultrawide option when dash space is tighter and you want CHIRP, SideScan, and DownScan imaging from one transducer.
• 000-16213-001: Screen size 15 inch; Transducer Active Imaging 3-in-1. The larger display gives more room for split views, such as chart and sonar side-by-side.
• 000-16298-001: Screen size 15 inch; Transducer none. This configuration ships without a transducer, so sonar capability depends on the transducer you add to the system.

Compatibility and fit

NSX ULTRAWIDE is offered in 12 inch and 15 inch sizes. The 12 inch unit measures 337.0 mm wide x 147.9 mm high x 88.5 mm deep (no bracket, no suncover). The 15 inch unit measures 390.0 mm wide x 170.4 mm high x 88.5 mm deep (no bracket, no suncover). Both list a compass-safe distance of 50 cm.

Installation and setup

Mounting supports rear mount (bracket supplied) and bracket mount using an optional gimbal bracket. Plan cable routing for power, NMEA 2000, and any Ethernet accessories before finalizing the mounting location, especially on open helms where spray protection and service access matter.

Maximum power consumption is 19.8 W for the 12 inch model and 25 W for the 15 inch model (at 13.8 V), which helps when you are budgeting loads on a house battery and electronics bus.

Network and sonar integration

The NMEA 2000 connection is the clean path for sharing data such as engine parameters, heading sensors, tank levels, AIS data received over the network, and autopilot control when compatible components are installed. For sonar, the 9-pin Xsonic port supports single-channel CHIRP at 50/200 kHz and is compatible with HDI and Active Imaging transducers.

For storage and service tasks, the unit supports a MicroSD slot and USB-A, with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth available for wireless connections alongside wired Ethernet networking.

Use on board

This display is a solid fit for anglers and cruisers who want a wider helm view for running chart, sonar, and instruments together without stacking multiple screens. It also makes sense for center consoles and pilothouses where the dash needs one clean cutout and straightforward network integration.