Garmin GMI Wired Start Pack 52

Description

The Garmin GMI Wired Start Pack 52 combines a GMI 20 color instrument display with a DST810 depth, speed, and temperature sensor. It is designed for a sailing or cruising helm that needs core instrument data visible without dedicating the main chartplotter to gauges. The sunlight-readable 4-inch display keeps the package compact and easy to place near the wheel.

The 320 x 240 bonded-glass screen shows depth, speed, and water temperature from the included DST810, while the NMEA 2000 connection carries data and power. Bluetooth is used through the DST810 for calibration, not as a general wireless chartplotter connection. At 2.5W for the display, it adds little load to a 12V network. This is an instrument pack, not a chartplotter or radar system.

Key Features

• 4-inch GMI 20 color LCD – Provides a compact instrument display for sailing and cruising data.
• 320 x 240 resolution – Shows clear digital data within a small panel footprint.
• DST810 included – Measures depth, boat speed, and water temperature.
• NMEA 2000 connection – Shares instrument data across the boat network.
• Sunlight-readable bonded glass – Helps the display remain visible at the helm.

Who Is This For?

This NMEA 2000 sailing instrument pack suits cruising sailboats and boats needing dedicated depth, speed, and temperature data. It is not ideal for buyers wanting charts, radar, or a full fishfinder; the GMI 20 is an instrument display rather than an MFD.

Compatibility

Confirmed components include the GMI 20 display, DST810 depth/speed/temperature sensor, NMEA 2000 Micro-C connection, and Bluetooth for DST810 calibration. The supplied information does not identify radar, autopilot, NMEA 0183, or third-party instrument compatibility. No named incompatible system was provided; verify the NMEA 2000 backbone and sensor installation before purchase.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Garmin
• Model: GMI Wired Start Pack 52, 010-01248-20
• Display: 4-inch GMI 20 color LCD
• Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels
• Sensor: DST810 depth, speed, and temperature
• Networking: One NMEA 2000 Micro-C on display
• Wireless: Bluetooth through DST810 for calibration
• Voltage: 9-16V DC via NMEA 2000
• Power draw: 2.5W display only
• Water rating: IPX7

Warranty & Support

Garmin provides a 1-year standard warranty. The supplied specifications do not state warranty exclusions or service procedures.

The GMI Wired Start Pack 52 is a useful gauge package when a boat needs dedicated depth, speed, and temperature data without adding another large MFD. The included DST810 makes it more complete than a display-only instrument. The trade-off is its focused role: it complements a chartplotter but does not replace one.