Garmin Striker Vivid 7sv Fishfinder & GT52HW-TM Transducer

Overview

The Garmin Striker Vivid 7sv is a 7-inch fishfinder with vivid colour palettes, built-in GPS and the included GT52HW-TM transducer for Garmin CHIRP traditional sonar plus ClearVü and SideVü scanning, giving you wider coverage and sharper structure detail for inflatable boat and small-boat fishing.

Why it’s perfect for SIB and small boats

• Large 7-inch display – gives clearer split-screen views so you can track sonar, GPS and mapping on one screen.
• GT52HW-TM included – provides CHIRP traditional plus ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonar straight out of the box.
• Built-in GPS – mark drifts, launches and hot spots so you can repeat productive sessions.
• Quickdraw Contours – create your own maps with 1 ft contours to learn your local marks faster.
• Wi-Fi connectivity – links with the ActiveCaptain app for waypoint transfer, notifications and Quickdraw Community access.

Sonar capability

Vivid colour sonar

Choose from multiple vivid colour palettes to increase contrast so fish, bait and structure stand out more clearly in the conditions you fish most.

Traditional, ClearVü and SideVü sonar

• CHIRP traditional sonar – improves target separation to help identify fish and bait more confidently.
• ClearVü scanning sonar – gives cleaner structure views to show bottom detail, weed lines and wreck features.
• SideVü scanning sonar – scans left and right to help you cover more water and find fish-holding structure faster.

GPS and mapping tools

• Waypoint marking – save hot spots and return to them quickly on future trips.
• Route planning – create simple routes and track speed to repeat drifts and trolling passes.
• Quickdraw Contours – store up to 2 million acres of custom maps with 1 ft contours for waters you fish regularly.

Key specifications

• Physical dimensions – 9.3 in x 5.5 in x 2.3 in (23.5 x 14.0 x 5.8 cm) for a big screen without a bulky footprint.
• Display resolution – 800 x 480 pixels for a sharp, readable image.
• Display type – WVGA colour for clear viewing in changing light.
• Weight – 1.7 lb (0.8 kg) to keep small-boat setups manageable.
• Water rating – IPX7 for marine use.
• Transmit power – 500 W RMS for capable performance across a wide range of depths.
• Frequencies supported – Traditional 50/77/200 kHz, CHIRP (mid and high), ClearVü and SideVü 260/455/800 kHz.
• Current draw – 0.67 A at 12 V for typical portable battery setups.

What’s included

• Striker Vivid 7sv unit – the 7-inch fishfinder head unit.
• GT52HW-TM transducer – delivers CHIRP traditional sonar plus ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonar.
• Mounting hardware – tilt/swivel mount plus transom and trolling motor mounting hardware and cable.

FAQs

Does this Striker Vivid 7sv include the GT52HW-TM transducer?

Yes, this product includes the GT52HW-TM transducer so you can use CHIRP traditional, ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonar straight away.

What is the difference between 7sv and 7cv?

The 7sv adds SideVü scanning sonar support with the included GT52 transducer, giving you left-and-right scanning coverage as well as ClearVü and traditional sonar.

Can I mark spots and return to them later?

Yes, the built-in GPS lets you save waypoints for marks, ramps and drift lines so you can navigate back easily.

Does it make its own maps?

Yes, Quickdraw Contours lets you create and store custom maps with 1 ft contours for the waters you fish most.

Will it work on an inflatable boat setup?

Yes, the 7-inch screen is ideal when you want a larger, easy-to-read display on compact SIB consoles and small-boat layouts. For Transducer mounting we recommend adding the Transducer Kit

What power source do I need?

It runs on 12 V and draws about 0.67 A, which suits common portable 12 V battery setups used for small craft electronics.

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