Garmin Marine Dealer & Installer

Garmin Marine Electronics Yacht Installations Seattle, Washington

Expert installation of the complete Garmin marine line — GPSMAP chartplotters, GMR Fantom radar, AIS 800, VHF radios, Reactor autopilots, LiveScope sonar, and Fusion audio on the Garmin Marine Network. Serving all of Puget Sound.

20+

Years Experience

500+

Vessels Outfitted

5.0

Google Rating

100%

Warranted Work

Customer Reviews

4.4

Google rating

94%

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Brandon Nixon

Google · 2 years ago

Google review

Shane at Divine replaced the Fusion stereo and speakers on my boat. He did an incredible job guiding me to the right solution and then doing the install. He was mobile so the experience was quite convenient and the workmanship was of the highest quality. In addition, he gave me recommendations to other service providers to do repairs on my boat. My experience was terrific and I highly recommend Shane and Divine.

Pablo Majernik

Google · a year ago

Google review

Shane was great! Very knowledgeable about audio and electronics, great suggestions for products. Best of all, he picked up my boat and returned it the very next day with all new sound system! Really happy with the update so far!

Kevin Godfrey

Google · 2 years ago

Google review

Shane is wonderful to work with. He put a much needed upgraded sound system on my yacht in Lake Union and some other nice gadgets. Beautiful workmanship.

Real reviews from Divine Marine customers · Google · Facebook

Sales, Service & Installation

Garmin Marine Electronics We Install

We install and service the complete Garmin ecosystem — from a single GPSMAP chartplotter to a fully networked glass helm with radar, sonar, autopilot, and Fusion audio integrated on the Garmin Marine Network.

Chartplotters

GPSMAP 743 / 923 / 1243
GPSMAP 8400 / 8600 xsv
GPSMAP 9000 Series

Radar

GMR Fantom 18 / 24 GMR
Fantom 54 / 56 Dome GMR
Fantom 124 / 254 Open Array

AIS & VHF

AIS 800 Class B+ SOTDMA
VHF 115 / 215 / 315
DSC + MMSI Setup

Fusion Audio

Apollo RA770 / RA670
Apollo MS WB675 Soundbar
Signature Series Speakers & Subs

Autopilots

Reactor 40 Hydraulic GHP
Reactor Steer by Wire
Force Trolling Motor Pilot

Sonar

GT56UHD CHIRP / SideVu
LiveScope Plus LVS34
Panoptix PS22 / PS70

Cameras

GC 255 IP Marine Cam
FLIR Thermal Integration
OnDeck Vessel Monitor

Networking

Garmin Marine Network
NMEA 2000 Backbone
OneHelm Third Party Control

Mobile Dockside Service

We come directly to your marina, mooring, or storage facility
On site quotes anywhere in the Seattle area
Work on site at most local Seattle area shipyards
Hull out co ordination — Master Captain 3,000 ITC certified
Workmanship warranty on all installations

Expert Installation & Setup

Garmin Marine Network and NMEA 2000 design for full integration
Firmware and BlueChart updates during every service visit
Hands on training on your complete Garmin and Fusion system
Sea trial tuning for Reactor autopilots and sonar calibration
MMSI registration and DSC configuration for all VHF installs

All Garmin Marine Products We Install

Complete installation coverage for the entire Garmin marine line plus Fusion audio — properly commissioned and integrated for your specific vessel.

Full GPSMAP installation from 7″ to 27″ — including the 8400, 8600 xsv, and 9000 Series glass helm displays. Mounting, BlueChart g3 Vision cartography, and Garmin Marine Network integration.

GPSMAP 1243

8600 xsv

9000 Series

Solid state GMR Fantom dome and open array radar with MotionScope Doppler technology — track moving targets and pick birds out of clutter. Essential for Puget Sound fog and ferry traffic.

Fantom 24

Fantom 56

Fantom 254

Class B+ SOTDMA AIS 800 installation with MMSI programming and GPSMAP chartplotter overlay for collision avoidance on Puget Sound, the Sound, and the San Juans.

AIS 800

Class B+

SOTDMA

Fixed mount VHF 115, 215, and 315 installation with antenna, DSC setup, MMSI programming, and GPS position integration. Black box VHF available for clean helm layouts.

VHF 115/215/315

DSC & GPS

Hailer

Fusion is owned by Garmin and integrates natively with GPSMAP chartplotters. We install Apollo RA770 and RA670 stereos, MS WB675 soundbars, Signature Series speakers, subwoofers, and amplifiers — controllable directly from your helm display.

Apollo RA770

Signature Series

PartyBus

Reactor 40 hydraulic, mechanical, and steer by wire autopilot installation for powerboats and sailboats. Mechanical install, dockside commissioning, and full sea trial tuning.

Reactor 40

GHP Steer by Wire

Sea Trial

LiveScope Plus LVS34 forward, down, and perspective live sonar plus Panoptix PS22 and PS70 transducer installation with proper fairing and watertight sealing.

LiveScope Plus

Panoptix

GT56UHD

Surround View Camera System, GC 255 IP marine cameras, and FLIR thermal integration into your GPSMAP display via the Garmin Marine Network.

Surround View

GC 255

OnDeck

Complete Garmin Marine Network and NMEA 2000 backbone design so chartplotters, radar, sonar, AIS, autopilot, and Fusion audio all share data across every display at the helm.

Marine Network

NMEA 2000

OneHelm

How We Install Garmin Electronics in Seattle

Our four step process ensures your system works perfectly from day one.

On Site Consultation

We visit your vessel at your marina anywhere in Seattle. We assess your helm, discuss your needs, and design the right Garmin system for your boat.

Custom System Design

We spec the right hardware, antenna positions, cable routing, and Garmin Marine Network topology specific to your vessel’s layout and use.

Professional Installation

Marine grade wiring, proper waterproofing, clean cable management, and full network commissioning — done right the first time.

Commissioning & Training

We update firmware, configure all settings, and walk you through your complete Garmin system so you leave fully confident on the water.

Garmin Installation FAQ — Seattle

Common questions from Seattle area boaters about Garmin marine electronics and Fusion audio installation.

Are you a Garmin marine installer in Seattle?

Yes. Divine Marine installs the complete Garmin marine line throughout Seattle and Western Washington including GPSMAP chartplotters, GMR Fantom radar, Reactor autopilots, AIS 800 transceivers, VHF radios, LiveScope sonar, and Fusion audio.

How long does a Garmin installation take?

A single GPSMAP chartplotter typically installs in 2 to 4 hours. A full system with chartplotter, radar, AIS, VHF, autopilot, and Fusion audio takes 1 to 3 days depending on vessel complexity. We give realistic timelines during your consultation.

Will Garmin work with my existing Raymarine or Simrad electronics?

Yes. Garmin uses NMEA 2000, a universal marine standard compatible with Raymarine, Simrad, Furuno, and most other brands. We design integration schemes so your GPSMAP display shows data from existing instruments.

Is Fusion really part of Garmin?

Yes. Garmin owns Fusion, and Fusion Apollo stereos integrate natively with GPSMAP chartplotters over the Garmin Marine Network. You can control zones, sources, and volume from your helm display, including PartyBus multi zone audio across multiple stereos.

Do you install LiveScope on Pacific Northwest boats?

Absolutely. LiveScope Plus LVS34 is a game changer for sport fishing on Puget Sound, Lake Washington, and the San Juans. We install forward, down, and perspective mounts with proper transducer placement for your hull type.

Do you service Kirkland, Bellevue & Eastside Seattle?

Yes. Our mobile service covers all of greater Seattle including Kirkland, Bellevue, Redmond, Bothell, Edmonds, and all Lake Washington marinas. We also serve Tacoma, Everett, Gig Harbor, and Bremerton.

Service Areas — Pacific Northwest

Mobile service across all of Western Washington. We service boats at marinas, moorages & dry storage throughout the region.

Seattle, WA

Kirkland

Bellevue

Redmond

Bothell

Edmonds

Everett

Tacoma

Gig Harbor

Bremerton

Anacortes

Port Townsend

Lake Washington

Lake Union

Puget Sound

San Juan Islands

Why Garmin Matters on These Specific Waters

We don’t just install Garmin — we navigate these waters ourselves. Here’s how the right Garmin configuration makes a real difference on Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands.

From Lake Union Through the Ballard Locks

Every Seattle boat heading to Puget Sound must transit the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks on VHF Channel 13. A properly configured Garmin VHF 215 or 315 — DSC enabled, MMSI registered, and GPS linked through the Marine Network — broadcasts your position automatically if you need to call for assistance in the lock or at Shilshole Bay.

The real time AIS 800 overlay on your GPSMAP chartplotter becomes critical the moment you exit Shilshole. Washington State Ferries run constant crossings. A Class B+ SOTDMA transponder broadcasting your position lets ferries see you on their ECDIS before you’re visible to their bridge watch.

Admiralty Inlet & Deception Pass Passages

Admiralty Inlet sees the strongest tidal currents in the Salish Sea, regularly exceeding 3 to 4 knots. A GPSMAP chartplotter with Garmin Navionics+ current vectors and tidal prediction lets you time your transit to run with the current rather than against it.

Deception Pass narrows to 500 feet at the bridge, with currents reaching 8+ knots at peak. We recommend transiting within one hour of slack water. The GMR Fantom radar with MotionScope Doppler is invaluable here — the pass is frequently shrouded in low cloud and spray.

The Electronics You Need for Every Leg

Stop	Distance	VHF	Local Knowledge
Lake Union / Lake Washington	Origin	Ch 16	Home base for most Seattle area boats. Lake Union connects to Lake Washington via the ship canal. Both are freshwater — your hull will transition to saltwater at Shilshole.
Ballard Locks	~2 nm from Lake Union	Ch 13	Call "Ballard Lockmaster" on Ch 13 before approach. Large lock for vessels over 35 ft; small lock is faster for most pleasure boats. Fenders both sides, line handlers required. Up to 26 ft drop to tidal saltwater.
Shilshole Bay Marina	~1 nm past locks	Ch 16 / 66A	First fuel dock and provisions after the locks. Verify all electronics here — AIS broadcasting, VHF on Ch 16, radar functional. Last easy service stop before open Puget Sound.
Central Puget Sound	Heading NW or S	Ch 16	WSF ferry traffic is constant — monitor AIS at all times. Seattle Bainbridge crossing runs every 40 to 50 minutes at 17 knots.
Admiralty Inlet	~35 nm NW	Ch 16	Between Port Townsend and Whidbey Island. Strongest tidal currents in the Salish Sea — regularly 3 to 4 knots. Plan your transit for slack water.
San Juan Islands	~60 to 80 nm from Seattle	Ch 16 / 66A	Friday Harbor, Roche Harbor, Sucia Island, Stuart Island. Cell coverage drops past Port Townsend. VHF is your primary communication on the outer islands.