New Garmin OnBoard System redefines boating safety tech
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) announced Garmin OnBoard, a wireless Man Overboard (MOB) and engine cutoff system available Oct 2025. The system supports up to 8 MOB tags (wrist, carabiner, key ring float) that pair with compatible ECHOMAP and GPSMAP chartplotters to record automatic MOB waypoints and sound audible alarms.
The captain tag can auto-trigger engine cutoff and can also disable the engine manually; additional tags cost $149.99. Garmin states tag battery life can exceed a single season. The base system retails for $499.99. The device currently lacks FCC authorization and may not be sold until authorized.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) ha annunciato Garmin OnBoard, un sistema wireless MOB (Man Overboard) e di taglio motore disponibile nell'ottobre 2025. Il sistema supporta fino a 8 tag MOB (polso, moschettone, anello galleggiante per chiave) che si abbina a compatibili ECHOMAP e GPSMAP chartplotter per registrare waypoint MOB automatici e emettere allarmi sonori.
Il tag del capitano può attivare automaticamente lo spegnimento del motore e può anche disattivare il motore manualmente; ulteriori tag hanno un costo di $149.99. Garmin afferma che la durata della batteria del tag può superare una singola stagione. Il sistema base ha un prezzo al dettaglio di $499.99. Attualmente il dispositivo non dispone di autorizzazione FCC e potrebbe non essere venduto finché non sarà autorizzato.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) anunció Garmin OnBoard, un sistema inalámbrico MOB (Man Overboard) y de corte de motor disponible en oct 2025. El sistema admite hasta 8 etiquetas MOB (muñeca, mosquetón, aleta de llavero) que se emparejan con compatibles ECHOMAP y GPSMAP chartplotters para registrar waypoints MOB automáticos y emitir alarmas sonoras.
La etiqueta del capitán puede activar automáticamente el corte del motor y también puede desactivarlo manualmente; etiquetas adicionales cuestan $149.99. Garmin indica que la duración de la batería de la etiqueta puede superar una temporada. El sistema base se vende por $499.99. Actualmente el dispositivo no tiene autorización FCC y podría no ser vendido hasta estar autorizado.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) 은 Garmin OnBoard 를 발표했습니다. 무선 MOB(Man Overboard) 및 엔진 차단 시스템으로 2025년 10월에 이용 가능하며, 8개의 MOB 태그를 최대까지 지원합니다(손목, 카버나이더, 열쇠고리 부유 태그). 이 태그들은 호환 가능한 ECHOMAP 및 GPSMAP 차트 플로터와 페어링되어 자동 MOB 웨이포인트를 기록하고 청취 가능한 경고음을 발생시킵니다.
선장 태그는 엔진 차단을 자동으로 트리거할 수 있으며 수동으로도 엔진을 차단할 수 있습니다. 추가 태그는 $149.99의 가격입니다. Garmin은 태그의 배터리 수명이 한 시즌을 넘길 수 있다고 밝힙니다. 기본 시스템은 $499.99에 소매됩니다. 해당 기기는 현재 FCC 승인 없이 판매될 수 없으며 승인이 있을 때까지 판매되지 않을 수 있습니다.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) a annoncé Garmin OnBoard, un système sans fil MOB (Man Overboard) et de coupure moteur disponible en octobre 2025. Le système prend en charge jusqu'à 8 balises MOB (poignet, mousqueton, anneau flottant pour clé) qui se raccordent à des sondeurs cartographiques compatibles ECHOMAP et GPSMAP pour enregistrer des waypoints MOB automatiques et émettre des alarmes sonores.
La balise capitaine peut déclencher automatiquement la coupure du moteur et peut aussi désactiver le moteur manuellement ; des balises supplémentaires coûtent $149.99. Garmin indique que la durée de vie de la batterie des balises peut dépasser une saison. Le système de base est vendu au détail à $499.99. L'appareil n'a actuellement pas l'autorisation FCC et pourrait ne pas être vendu tant qu'il n'aura pas été autorisé.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) hat Garmin OnBoard angekündigt, ein kabelloses MOB- und Motorkernschaltsystem, das ab Oktober 2025 verfügbar ist. Das System unterstützt bis zu 8 MOB-Tags (Handgelenk, Karabiner, Schlüsselring-Glieder) die mit kompatiblen ECHOMAP- und GPSMAP-Chartplottern gekoppelt werden können, um automatische MOB-Wegpunkte zu erfassen und akustische Warnsignale auszugeben.
Der Captain-Tag kann den Motorschutz automatisch auslösen und den Motor auch manuell deaktivieren; zusätzliche Tags kosten $149.99. Garmin gibt an, dass die Batterielebensdauer des Tags länger als eine Saison sein kann. Das Basissystem wird für $499.99 im Handel angeboten. Das Gerät verfügt derzeit nicht über FCC-Genehmigung und könnte erst verkauft werden, wenn es genehmigt ist.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) أعلن عن Garmin OnBoard، نظام غير سلكي MOB (Man Overboard) وقاطع محرك متاح في أكتوبر 2025. يدعم النظام حتى 8 علامات MOB (معصم، مشبك كارابينة، حلقة مفاتيح عائمة) التي تتزاوج مع مخططاتي الخرائط المتوافقة ECHOMAP وGPSMAP لتسجيل نقاط MOB تلقائية وإصدار إنذارات صوتية.
يمكن لعلامة القبطان أن ت-trigger إيقاف المحرك تلقائياً ويمكنه أيضاً تعطيل المحرك يدويًا؛ العلامات الإضافية تكلف $149.99. تقر Garmin بأن عمر بطارية العلامة قد يتجاوز موسمًا واحدًا. النظام الأساسي سعر التجزئة له $499.99. الجهاز حالياً لا يحمل تفويض FCC وقد لا يتم بيعها حتى يُصرّح به.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) 宣布 Garmin OnBoard，一款无线的溺水救援（MOB）和发动机切断系统，将于 2025 年 10 月上市。该系统支持最多 8 个 MOB 标签（手腕、攀钩、钥匙环浮标），可与兼容的 ECHOMAP 和 GPSMAP 图表绘制器配对，记录自动 MOB 航点并发出可听警报。
船长标签可以自动触发发动机切断，也可手动禁用发动机；额外标签价格为 $149.99。Garmin 表示标签的电池寿命可能超过一个季节。基础系统的零售价为 $499.99。该设备目前尚未获得 FCC 授权，获得授权前可能无法销售。
- Supports up to 8 MOB tags for multi-person coverage
- Automatic MOB waypoint saving on compatible chartplotters
- Captain tag can auto-trigger engine cutoff
- Base system priced at $499.99 with tags at $149.99
- Not authorized by FCC yet; cannot be offered for sale until authorization
- Installation recommended by a qualified marine installer (added cost/risk)
Insights
Garmin launched a wireless Man Overboard and engine-cutoff system with chartplotter integration; regulatory authorization remains unresolved.
The product pairs up to eight wireless MOB tags with compatible Garmin ECHOMAP™ and GPSMAP® chartplotters to auto-save a waypoint, sound alarms, and trigger engine cutoff when a designated captain tag detects an MOB event. The system targets routine boating safety gaps by replacing tethered kill cords with wearable tags and offers a retail kit price of
Key dependencies and risks include confirmation of Federal Communications Commission authorization before sale, the need for a compatible chartplotter and an existing engine cutoff switch, and user acceptance of wireless reliability versus tethered cords. Watch for FCC authorization and initial dealer installation feedback over the next several weeks to months and early user reports on false positives, battery longevity per season, and integration behavior when multiple tags are present.
Wireless Man Overboard detection and engine cutoff system integrates with Garmin chartplotters to give boaters added peace of mind
Tags can be worn on a wrist band, carabiner or key ring float, and designated as either captain or passenger. If an MOB is detected, the system will save a waypoint on the chartplotter, and audible alarms will sound. Should the captain fall overboard, the system will also automatically trigger engine cutoff. Captains can also disable the engine via a button-press on the tag if needed. With up to 8 MOB tags, mariners can tag what matters most – adults, children, pets and objects – all at the same time.
"Wearing an MOB tag that can activate an engine kill switch on a boat can potentially save lives. As part of our commitment to making boating safer and more enjoyable for everyone, we designed Garmin OnBoard with safety and convenience in mind using wireless, non-intrusive tags that will bring the boat to a stop and alert those on board if an MOB event is detected."
–Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing
Peace of mind on the water
- Setup, pair and manage MOB tags from compatible Garmin ECHOMAP™ and GPSMAP® chartplotters.
- Wireless MOB tags allow users to move freely around the boat without the need for a physical tether.
- Chartplotter integration provides automatic MOB waypoint recording at the time of MOB detection, along with audible alarms from the chartplotter.
- Easily disable tags temporarily to allow for hassle-free swimming and excursions.
- MOB tag battery life can exceed a single season of typical operation.
- Garmin OnBoard is compatible with any boat that has an engine cutoff switch and a compatible Garmin chartplotter.
- Complies with
U.S. federal laws requiring the installation and use of an Engine Cutoff Link.
The Garmin OnBoard System will be available this month for a suggested retail price of
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1Based on 2024 sales.
This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.
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