Simrad NSS16 evo3S 16″ MFD Chartplotter Fishfinder

The Simrad NSS16 evo3S is a 16-inch MFD for a helm where charts, radar, sonar, and engine pages need to remain visible together. Its SolarMAX HD IPS screen combines touchscreen and keypad control, which is useful when the boat is moving and wet hands make touch-only operation awkward. This is a chartplotter and fishfinder platform for serious offshore boats, not a small-console unit.

The 1920 x 1080 display provides a clear Full HD workspace, while dual-channel 1kW sonar supports high-power fishfinding through the connected transducer system. Active Imaging HD, StructureScan 3D, and SideScan/DownScan provide several sonar paths, and ActiveTarget, ActiveTarget 2, and LiveScope modules allow future expansion. NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, J1939, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, and FLIR radar control make it suitable for a connected vessel system.

Key Features

- 16-inch SolarMAX HD IPS display – Provides a large chart and sonar workspace.
- 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution – Keeps split-screen navigation and sounder views detailed.
- Dual independent 1kW CHIRP channels – Supports high-power sonar operation.
- Active Imaging HD, StructureScan 3D, SideScan, and DownScan – Provides several scanning sonar options.
- ActiveTarget, ActiveTarget 2, LiveScope, Ethernet, NMEA, and FLIR support – Leaves room for system expansion.

Who Is This For?

This 16-inch Simrad chartplotter fishfinder suits offshore center consoles, commercial yachts, sportfishers, and multi-display flybridges. It is not ideal for a compact boat or a buyer wanting a simple standalone sounder; compatible transducers and network modules are part of the installation.

Compatibility

Confirmed features include Active Imaging HD, StructureScan 3D, SideScan, DownScan, ActiveTarget, ActiveTarget 2, LiveScope network modules, Simrad Ethernet, NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, J1939, and FLIR radar control. The supplied information does not identify specific transducers or display network limits. No named incompatible system was provided.

Technical Specifications

- Brand: Simrad
- Model: NSS16 evo3S base, 000-15404-001
- Display: 16-inch SolarMAX HD IPS touchscreen with keypad
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Full HD
- Sonar: Dual-channel 1kW CHIRP per channel
- Scanning: Active Imaging HD, StructureScan 3D, SideScan, DownScan
- Live sonar: ActiveTarget, ActiveTarget 2, LiveScope compatible
- Networking: Ethernet, NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, J1939, FLIR interface
- Voltage: 10-31.2V DC
- Warranty: Standard warranty term not provided in the supplied specifications

Warranty & Support

The supplied specifications do not state a warranty term. Confirm current Simrad warranty coverage before purchase.

The NSS16 evo3S is the large-screen Simrad choice for a serious fishing or offshore helm. Its strengths are the dual 1kW sonar engine, broad scanning options, and physical keypad alongside touch. The trade-off is installation size and system complexity, so it belongs on a larger boat with a proper network and transducer plan.