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Marine electronics: the latest new gear for 2021

• March 31, 2021

Rupert Holmes takes a look at some of the lates marine electronics to hit the market in 2021.

It seems every year the technology available to sailors is improving and broadening and 2021 is already delivering innovative new marine electronics from radical new ideas to improvements on well-known technology.

Extra wide 210D chartplotter has two 10in screens working together in one unit

A new Model for marine electronics?

A possible taste of the future, with the potential to fundamentally change our long-term relationship with marine electronics, is offered by Finnish company Next Four.

Historically we’ve been accustomed to new yachts being fitted with equipment from one of the big marine electronics brands – Raymarine, Navico (including B&G), Garmin and so on.

However, Next Four’s Q Experience range is intended to form a single integrated system that can be customised by boatbuilders to offer exactly what they believe will best suit each of their models.

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This customisation can include specific screen layouts and datasets, as well as the boat manufacturer’s own branding. In this respect the concept has more in common with cars than marine.

Other than very high-end systems, such as the Harman/Kardon or Bowers & Wilkins audio systems offered as options by BMW, we’re no longer routinely accustomed to seeing third party branded equipment in our cars.

Q Display 2 Series 16in MFD

The Q Experience system consists of three key elements – Q Panel touch screen displays in 10in, 16in and ultra-wide screen formats, a remote control unit, digital switching system and mobile app.

There’s also integrated boat guard monitoring and antitheft functionality that connects to 4G networks, plus remote heater operation.

It therefore offers the potential for a streamlined and integrated approach covering both navigation and the operation of every element of the boat’s systems.

Traditionalists may argue that the lack of conventional 4in instrument displays is a weakness. However, these are increasingly anachronistic – if I was equipping a yacht from scratch today, whether as a new build or a refit, I’d most likely opt instead for the flexibility of small MFD displays to display instrument data.

Q Experience Remote

Adoption has initially been from builders of motorboats, but it’s surely only a matter of time before we see this offered on new sailing yachts. CEO Niklas Ohman says pricing is “quite competitive” compared to the company’s larger competitors. He also points out that system has been designed to streamline the installation process, thus reducing labour costs for both boat builders and retro-fit customers.

Price: TBC. From: www.theqexperience.com

Big format display

Lymington based A+T Instruments has been gradually making ever-larger inroads into the market for electronics on large cruising yachts and raceboats.

A few years ago the company’s growth was spurred by the development of new products that would interface with legacy B&G systems, enabling owners to update their electronics, or replace defective elements, without an expensive whole new installation.

Since then, A+T has expanded its range to include powerful processors and its own displays.

The BFD (big format display) is a top-notch unit that embraces the ongoing trend towards super large full-colour displays for instrument data.

The 12in screen has the same format as traditional 40/40 displays, so existing mast brackets can be used, but digits are 50% larger.

It can be mounted in either landscape or portrait orientations, can be read from any angle while wearing polarising glasses, and will operate with a unit temperature of up to 70˚C.

Network connection options include Ethernet, plus B&G Fastnet and N2K for legacy systems.

The display is intended to be the toughest and brightest available. Testing included 12 months of continuous operation in a water tank.

Price: £5,310. From: www.aandtinstruments.com

High Capacity Powerpack

Pocket-sized lithium ion power packs for topping up mobile phones and even laptops are commonplace and can at times be extremely useful, but most have limited capacity.

By contrast, this larger product takes the concept to its ultimate limit, offering a very high capacity battery, plus multiple AC, DC and USB outputs, as well as provision for easy recharging via solar panel.

The battery pack is rated at 1,010Wh. For comparison, current generation MacBook Pros have 58Wh or 100Wh batteries. There are twin 240V AC outlets, with a 1kW maximum output (2kW surge), plus several USB and 12V outlets.

Recharging is via either 240V AC or 12V DC supplies. The unit also includes an MPPT solar charge regulator so it can be connected directly to a boat’s solar array.

The case, which is waterproof to IP65, also includes space for an optional 80W solar panel.

For yachts venturing long distances this promises resilience in a 12.5kg box. In the event of a catastrophic failure of the ship’s power, the pack would suffice to keep a base level of essential LED lighting, navigation and communications equipment, including satellite phones, running for extended periods.

Price: US$999. From: www.monteksolar.com

Genset alternative

Off-grid power specialist WhisperPower has launched a battery-based alternative to a conventional 240V generator.

The OctoPower 3 marries a 5kWh lithium ion battery to a built-in 3,000W inverter, 90-265V battery charger and 50-1,000W solar charge regulator.

It’s aimed at weekenders who don’t want shorepower during overnight stops, but can re-charge the unit back at their home berth.

Price: £8,480. From: www.whisperpower.com

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2023 Marine Electronics Buyer’s Guide

See more, navigate better and fish smarter this year with newer, high-tech electronics. 

With technology in a constant state of change, there’s probably no other category of fishing related product line that advances as often and as dramatically as the marine electronic category. Through advancements in sonar imaging, boat fishermen today have the opportunity to see in real-time what’s beneath their boat in the greatest detail ever. And with more compact yet powerful radar technology even owners of smaller boats can see objects above the water’s surface from further away.

And as you’ll read in this year’s annual guide to electronics from The Fisherman, even in total darkness, digital color night vision technology has become more readily available to the private angler!   So wherever we go, and almost whenever, we navigate with confidence and can see the contours of the marine bottom using the most detailed charts and chartplotters that were once exclusive to 100-ton masters license holders running the largest vessels out there.

So in 2023, we’ll likely see a new buzzword introduced into marine electronics jargon, “system integration.” With some of the larger players like Brunswick, Yamaha and others vertically integrating more diverse types of marine electronics into their corporate infrastructure, the big boys want to be more in charge of their own destiny.  That being said, let’s get right into what’s new in the world of marine electronics for all of us in the general fishing/boating public.

Brunswick’s Navico Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of integrated systems and products, recently announced the launch of the new Fathom e-Power System, an integrated lithium-ion auxiliary power management system that delivers reliable power and unparalleled performance for the marine and RV sectors. The Fathom system offers advanced digital controls and monitoring of power consumption, delivering information on demand and providing complete control for the user.

The Fathom e-Power system features a combination of powerful components from industry-leading Navico Group brands including Mastervolt, BEP, CZone, Ancor and Blue Sea Systems. All of these are combined to create a fully vertically integrated solution compromised of energy storage, power conversion and digital monitoring and control. The system allows users to extend time away from the charge source by providing more battery capacity and efficiently managing the electrical system, while also eliminating the cost, maintenance, noise, vibration and fumes associated with traditional generators. Additionally, an intuitive user interface allows end users to easily monitor and control their power on and off the vessel via multifunction displays or smart mobile devices.

Available in 12V, 24V and 48V customizable kits, Fathom is designed to seamlessly integrate into a wide range of boats, providing a simple experience for both manufacturers and customers alike. The hardware and software elements are tested and validated to ensure compatibility with the Fathom e-Power system as well as third party hardware. “Lithium batteries for marine applications have gained substantial traction in the last decade,” said Eric Lindquist, VP and General Manager, Power Systems at Navico Group. “They last longer, charge faster, reduce weight and maximize space, as well as saving time and money in the long run, all while minimizing negative impacts on the environment. With a variety of benefits, it is no surprise that consumers are selecting lithium batteries more frequently, and we are proud to be at the forefront of this shift and provide the most advanced power management system.”

Key features of the Fathom e-Power System include enhanced information accessibility such as monitoring of power consumption from onboard appliances, allowing users to enable smarter power management to conserve energy. The intuitive interface provides an easy-to-understand battery status and includes a practical “time to empty” indicator. Users can enable alerts and guides for optimal recharging with custom preferences.

www.navico.com/fathom

Although Furuno will introduce some top secret marine electronics at the 2023 Miami Boat Show, there are a few new noteworthy items worth mentioning. Boaters with NavNet TZtouch, TZtouch2, or TZtouch3 systems and limited space for a Radar antenna will be excited to learn about a new option from Furuno that encompasses all of the Solid-State Doppler features that make their NXT Radars a must-have. Furuno’s new DRS2DNXT delivers all the features of the larger NXT Radars in a compact 19-inch Radome. The DRS2DNXT is the perfect solution for smaller vessels or those who desire a compact backup Radar with the same features and modes their larger Radar provides.

The DRS2DNXT utilizes the same, proven transceiver as the 24-inch DRS4DNXT, delivering powerful Solid-State Doppler Radar performance and a 48 nautical mile range. All of the same modes and features that are the hallmarks of the NXT series will be available, including Target Analyzer, RezBoost beam sharpening, FTT (Fast Target Tracking), Bird Mode, Rain Mode and dual-range capability. With Target Analyzer, target colors change in real time, allowing you to spot potentially hazardous situations at a glance. Green echoes are stationary targets, landmasses, or targets approaching your vessel at a velocity of fewer than 3 knots. Radar echoes dynamically shift to red when an object approaches your vessel at a speed of 3 knots or faster, independently of your own ship’s speed.

While a smaller antenna creates a wider beamwidth, Furuno’s RezBoost beam sharpening processes the returned targets to achieve equivalent resolutions of larger antenna arrays. RezBoost processing also enhances Furuno’s Bird Mode, a feature that automatically adjusts the Radar’s gain and clutter to detect flocks or even individual birds as they’re feeding on baitfish. Knowing where the birds gather is just one tool that fishermen use to get on the fish, and NXT series Radars automatically make those adjustments for you. With the Auto Acquire feature, targets in a 3-nautical mile range are instantly acquired and tracked automatically. The DRS2DNXT can track up to 100 ARPA targets simultaneously: 40 auto-acquired targets, 30 manually acquired targets and up to 30 targets within an operator-created guard zone.

Fast Target Tracking means that acquiring and tracking targets is instantaneous. These unique features can be used together, providing the ultimate utility, safety, and situational awareness. For example, enabling Rain Mode paints areas of precipitation in blue. With Target Analyzer enabled, targets masked within the rain that are approaching your vessel at speeds greater than 3-knots are displayed in red. This combination of features allows you to pick out hazardous targets within the squall easily and automatically. The DRS2DNXT works with NavNet TZtouch, TZtouch2, and TZtouch3.

Also new for 2023 are the Furuno FR10 and FR12 standalone Radar Displays. With most of the industry’s attention focused on multi-function displays (MFDs), standalone electronics often take a back seat on a boater’s wish list. However, Furuno knows that standalone radars still have their place and with that in mind, Furuno has unveiled a new series of standalone Radar Displays with options tailored to meet the needs of nearly any vessel. The 10.4-inch FR10 and 12.1-inch FR12 Radars are designed for use with Furuno’s award-winning DRS antenna series, including the Solid-State Doppler (NXT) or traditional X-Band Magnetron (X-Class) antennas.

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Garmin recently announced their new ECHOMAP UHD2 series of chartplotters that offer anglers premium features like Ultra High-Definition sonar, preloaded Garmin Navionics+ mapping, wireless networking for data sharing and support for Garmin’s award-winning LiveScope live-scanning sonar. Available with 6-inch, 7-inch or 9-inch bright, sunlight-readable touchscreen displays with keyed assist, anglers can easily control and operate the functions they depend on for a successful day on the water, including zooming in or out on the map or quickly toggling between different sonar views.

For crystal-clear imaging of fish and structure, the new ECHOMAP UHD2 chartplotters are available bundled with either an Ultra High-Definition GT54UHD or GT56UHD transducer that provides brilliant ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonar images and amazingly clear CHIRP traditional sonar. These new ECHOMAP UHD2 displays offer the choice of 16 vivid color palette options, so it’s easier to distinguish fish and structure based on the user’s preferences and fishing conditions. They are also compatible with Garmin LiveScope, so anglers can see real-time sonar imagery of fish and structure below and around their boat up to 200 feet down. Anglers can pinpoint the perfect honey hole or navigate to the next destination with enhanced situational awareness thanks to the built-in Garmin Navionics+ U.S. inland mapping or coastal charts. This all-in-one cartography solution features vibrant colors and a streamlined interface, plus a one-year subscription to daily map updates to deliver superior inland or coastal coverage.

Garmin Navionics+ mapping also features color-shaded target depth ranges, up to 1-foot depth contours, shallow water shading and access to ActiveCaptain community content for valuable insight on points of interest, along with recommendations and advice from fellow boaters. ECHOMAP UHD2 users can also use the ActiveCaptain app to download Auto Guidance+ technology2 on their smart device for faster route calculations and improved routing detail. After selecting departure and arrival points, Auto Guidance+ considers a variety of factors like overhead clearance, chart data, popular routes and desired depth and then creates a suggested route for mariners to follow to their destination.

Whether fishing with a friend or wanting the flexibility to add another chartplotter on board, built-in Wi-Fi connectivity allows anglers to wirelessly stream sonar and share user data, such as waypoints and routes, between two ECHOMAP UHD2 units. Customers who already have an ECHOMAP UHD or an ECHOMAP Ultra chartplotter on board, can add a new ECHOMAP UHD2 and take advantage of the wireless networking capabilities across the full system. With an attractive hardware redesign to serve the needs of the modern angler while maintaining a clean and classic touchscreen with keyed assist interface, the ECHOMAP UHD2 also features Garmin’s latest user interface and graphics that provide a more modernized look with intuitive handling and control.  For added convenience, the newly redesigned quick release brackets make it simple to remove the unit from the boat at the end of the day. The new 9-inch ECHOMAP UHD2 also adds a high-resolution display with improved detail, clarity and viewing angle compared to previous models.

www.garmin.com

It’s no secret that Humminbird MEGA Live Imaging has given anglers an unprecedented real-time view under the water and a better understanding of how to trigger more bites. Additionally, anglers everywhere have experienced how Minn Kota’s Spot-Lock has brought boat control up a step up the evolutionary ladder, giving them the ability to hold on a spot and catch more fish with less effort.

TargetLock will maintain the live sonar view in its current direction, adjusting for changes in boat position and will work at the same time and independently of Minn Kota Ultrex’s operation, including Spot-Lock. MEGA Live TargetLock is independently mounted of the trolling motor shaft, providing full and simultaneous use of MEGA Live Imaging and all Ultrex features. Anglers can control MEGA Live from the included wireless foot pedal, Humminbird fish finder or optional hand remote. TargetLock can be used while sitting still, while using a Minn Kota Ultrex to move around the structure, or while holding in place using Spot-Lock. Users can set TargetLock in the current direction of MEGA Live with the touch of a button. Then move the cursor over an object or position on a sonar or chart view and engage TargetLock at the cursor. MEGA Live will automatically adjust to focus on the selected target.

www.humminbird.com

Historically, the ability to keep your boat over productive fish-catching locations (without anchoring) was limited to sticking your bow into the wind/seas and running the boat at idle speed…stemming the tide. But if the wind or current is running off your quarter or beam, you’ll drift off sideways away from your target. Most of the major outboard manufacturers offer a proprietary joystick piloting feature that will keep you in place, once you save a GPS position and instruct it to hold that spot. The electronic joystick controller works with your onboard GPS to operate the engines independently, shifting gears, adding throttle and steering them in different directions to get this done, but this is a very expensive item.

If you can’t afford a 30-something foot twin, triple or quad outboard rig with a fuel sucking joystick controller, Minn Kota’s Riptide Terrova electric trolling motor with Spot Lock might be an excellent alternative for controlling your craft. The Terrova is a real force-multiplier in the wreck fishing game. The term “trolling motor” is a bit of a misnomer. You can use it in the classic sense as a straight-up electric trolling motor, but this special tool does considerably more. When drifting near a wreck in moving water, the Terrova can help slow things down by providing just the right amount of reverse thrust to achieve and maintain that “perfect” drift speed to get consistent bites. If groundfish or tuna are holding around a specific piece of bottom, you can “Spot Lock” your boat at the touch of a button to employ the invisible anchor feature and keep it right where you want it. Should the fish move around during different stages of the day, the Jog feature with enable you to slide your vessel in five-foot increments north, south, east or west. When you are drift fishing for sharks or tuna and the wind drops out, drafting the Terrova into service can extend your chum slick for miles and make your dead baits come to life with the touch of a button. Compared to the aforementioned multi-outboard joystick systems, the Minn Kota Riptide Terrova is a much more affordable option that’s a fraction of the cost. Plus it’s really the only viable option for micro-control of single engine vessels. At the core of the Minn Kota trolling motor is an indestructible composite shaft that’s guaranteed for life. For more information on the Minn Kota Riptide Terrova,

www.minnkotamotors.com

The ICOM M510 is a Class-D DSC VHF marine transceiver with wireless capabilities and is a powerhouse that’s tough enough for the commercial market yet also refined for the recreational boater. The M510 is nearly half the depth of the M506, allowing installation in more confined spaces. The large color display has a simple user interface offering casual and serious boaters alike plenty of options to communicate. Additionally, command and control using iOS and Android smart devices with class leading features such as wireless calling. With the ability to receive AIS signals (optional AIS version only), users can see surrounding vessel traffic in real-time and directly make individual DSC calls to selected targets. The large 3.5-inch color TFT LCD provides a wide viewing angle with high-resolution characters and icons for consistent readability, even in low light with night mode. Front and back connection ports allow an additional wired station using a COMMANDMIC.

ICOM’s RS-M500 app allows users to connect three iOS or Android smart devices to function as a wireless command speaker/microphone. Use the push-to-talk features, scroll/scan channels, as well as use the M510’s intercom function from the comfort of the captain’s seat. Additionally, one COMMANDMIC can connect while three other smart devices are linked. Users can connect to a NMEA 2000 network with the optional CT-M500 wireless interface box. If the NMEA connection is on a different part of the boat, the CT-M500 can wirelessly connect with the M510, providing flexibility on placement. Additionally, with the optional SP-37 horn speaker, the CT-M500 can access the two-way hailer/PA functions. Other features of the ICOM M510 include a MMSI reset dongle; hand microphone with AquaQuake; optional voice scrambler; external speaker connection; four-digit channels support; plus an option to connect to an external GPS.

www.icomamerica.com

Lowrance recently unveiled the next generation of the Ultimate Fishing System with New HDS PRO, ActiveTarget 2 and Active Imaging HD. The new HDS PRO chartplotter/fishfinder highest resolution ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar and ultra-high-definition Active Imaging HD provide anglers with the complete package of the latest fishfinding technology.

HDS PRO forms the heart of the Ultimate Fishing System, offering full networking and bow-to-stern boat control spanning trolling motors, autopilots, engines, radar, communications, and connectivity and control of PowerPole shallow water anchors. The new HDS PRO introduces two new chart overlays for ActiveTarget Scout mode and Ghost 360. HDS PRO offers a SolarMAX HD touchscreen, which provides stunning sonar images of fish and structure from the Active Imaging HD and ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar technologies, along with incredible detailed chart information that is easy to see from any angle, in direct sunlight and through polarized lenses. The HDS PRO fishfinder is available in 9-inch, all new 10-inch, 12-inch and 16-inch display sizes.

ActiveTarget 2 is the newest update to the award-winning ActiveTarget live sonar that was unveiled in 2020 and quickly became a mainstay for the world’s best anglers and professionals of Major League Fishing. Active Target 2 provides higher-resolution views of fish movement and structure and enables anglers to quickly recognize if lures and techniques are working in real-time allowing them to make adjustments to get fish to strike. It delivers a smoother and more consistent image across the entire range, with full live-action picture in Forward, Down and Scout views. Additionally, HDS PRO allows for the use of two systems at the same time giving even more views simultaneously with 180 View, Scout Wide View and Forward and Scout split screen view.

Active Imaging HD rounds out the suite of products with the clearest images of fish and structure from Lowrance CHIRP sonar, SideScan and DownScan Imaging. Additionally, a new FishReveal SideScan view is now available with a recently introduced S3100 Sonar Module, in addition to the already popular DownScan Fish reveal view, helping anglers easily identify fish targets to the sides and beneath the boat.

Pre-loaded C-MAP charts on the HDS PRO include full-featured vector charts, custom depth shading, high-resolution coastal coverage and 1-foot contours on more than 27,000 lakes across the U.S. and Canada along with the new chart overlay option, allowing you to view ActiveTarget Scout Mode or Ghost 360 trolling motor mode directly on the chart screen. For anglers that want to select their own chart, HDS PRO supports a wide range of third-party chart options, including C-MAP REVEAL, Navionics, Florida Marine Tracks and more.

www.lowrance.com

Raymarine recently introduced the next generation of their LightHouse Operating System for all boaters. New LightHouse 4.1 delivers even easier operation, exciting personalization options, and several new features. As with all Raymarine software upgrades, LightHouse 4.1 is available to all Axiom, Axiom+, Axiom Pro, and Axiom XL owners completely free as a downloadable update. Revised menu structures enable easier use of the depth of Axiom features, with personalized images now an option for all boaters to make their boat even more their own.

Feature improvements include deeper integration with Mercury Engines, Sirius XM Fish Mapping and Navionics charts to heighten a captain’s awareness at the helm. New dynamic tiles on the home screen allow the presentation of navigation, NMEA2000 or SeaTalking data immediately available on start up. Whether cruising, fishing, or sailing, the powerful combination of Raymarine Axiom chartplotter displays and the LightHouse operating system affords captains an enhanced level of situational awareness.

The new LightHouse 4.1 OS provides a refined visual experience. Simplified menus make tapping into the power of Axiom faster and easier than ever. Longer pull-up menus are now nested and more intuitive to read and operate. LightHouse Apps that integrate control or provide information from marine integration partners like Seakeeper, Victron, Lumishore, and a host of others are now launchable directly from the LightHouse Home Screen, and key LightHouse Apps are now viewable in split-screen configurations. Additionally, the critical MOB touch key has been relocated to share prominent space on the Home Screen. LightHouse 4.1 offers more options than ever to personalize how Axiom looks and functions. Captains can now add a favorite photo to the Home Screen background or create dynamic dashboard tiles to keep them informed of real-time instrument and navigation data right from the home screen display.

LightHouse 4.1 takes integration with Mercury Marine Vessel View to the next level, offering Active Exhaust Volume control, a new and refined Engine Data Summary page, and more. Anglers in North America will also appreciate the industry-best integration with SiriusXM Fish Mapping, which offers regularly updated science-based fishing-data chart overlays. SiriusXM Fish Mapping helps anglers quickly visualize and navigate to the most productive offshore fishing grounds. The LightHouse 4.1 update allows SiriusXM Fish Mapping data to be directly overlaid and viewed on premium fishing charts like Raymarine LightHouse Charts, Navionics, C-MAP, CMOR, and Strikelines in North American coastal regions.

LightHouse 4.1 delivers a host of additional key upgrades, including active route line visual enhancements, new levels of audio control, and more. Of particular interest to Navionics chart users, LightHouse 4.1 supports the display of high-resolution bathymetric data and satellite imagery that comes bundled with new Navionics Platinum+TM charts.

www.raymarine.com

At the 2022 Miami Boat Show Simrad Yachting unveiled their newest NSX series multi-function displays (MFDs). The Simrad NSX is available in 7-inch, 9-inch and 12-inch display sizes and is based on a new Operating System built from the ground up to redefine your boating and fishing experiences. I had a chance to test all three of the new NSX screen sizes and operating software and they are the real deal. NSX features an innovative and modern interface with a new, intuitive touch screen with crystal clear views. Charts include powerful C-MAP navigation capabilities and compatibility with other Simrad sonar, radar and autopilot systems. The Simple Setup Wizards guide users through each step during the initial NSX device setup and Simrad app integration makes connectivity from your smartphone easier than ever.

With the full suite of Simrad technology at your fingertips, NSX is designed to allow users to expand the MFD with additional functionality, easier integrations and support for a wide range of third-party applications. Boaters who love fishing can utilize NSX to view high-resolution images below and to the sides with Active Imaging and CHIRP sonar, SideScan/DownScan Imaging and FishReveal, or search even greater depths with a wide range of compatible transducers. Users can integrate easily with their radar and get the most out of their AutoPilot systems by connecting to Autorouting.

Simple to set up and easy to manage with a Setup Wizard that walks users through the process to make it easier and faster including engine and tank setup, AutoPilot optimization, radar dockside and on the water calibration and much more. NSX offers a new, intuitive touchscreen experience with various display sizes and multiple screen configurations to suit every user’s needs. There’s a full suite of Simrad technology at the touch of a finger with networking and connectivity solutions including modem plug-in for additional connectivity to devices and an ethernet port for full networking capabilities in the future.

The screen is fully customizable with smart drag-and-drop capabilities via the handy instruments bar that allows easy edits on command. High resolution bathymetry shows accurate contour lines down to a 1-foot level of detail with compatible charts. Enhanced day and night modes allow each operator to be ready to go in all weather and lighting conditions. Simrad’s fastest-ever Autorouting feature offers improved planning and route plotting and the Simrad App allows hassle-free software updates and data transfer.

www.simrad-yachting.com

Sionyx, a leader in digital color night vision technology, recently introduced its Nightwave marine camera system. Built around the brand’s proprietary Black Silicon BSI CMOS sensor, Nightwave allows mariners to navigate safely by easily spotting hazards and debris in moonless starlight without additional illumination, maximizing time on the water. The new ultra-low-light marine digital camera system guides boaters of all skill levels safely through low-light situations, dramatically enhancing night travel.

Built to operate in the toughest marine environments, the night vision camera is IP67 waterproof and shock rated. Nightwave seamlessly integrates to any vessel’s electronics by connecting to most major brand multi-function displays (MFDs) via the analog video output. With flexible mounting and setup, Nightwave can also connect to a mobile device via Wi-Fi for an enhanced user experience. At an MSRP of $1,595.00, Nightwave sets a new standard of affordability for night vision, making it accessible to boaters of all levels.

“Developing solutions to increase safety on the water and navigate with confidence is part of our mission,” said Gio Lepore, Global Product Manager at Sionyx. “Nightwave’s digital color night vision allows anglers and boaters to be active on the water as early or as late at night as they’d like,” Lepore noted, while adding “This technology provides clear color images in near-total darkness and is simple to install and operate. It should be a standard piece of equipment on every vessel to ensure a safe trip at any time.”

Notable features of the Sionyx Nightwave camera include <1mlx moonless starlight sensitivity, which allows mariners to see well beyond human eyesight and detect a man-sized object at 150 meters; the system’s high resolution detector provides upgraded quality imaging capability in near total darkness; Wide 44-degree field of view increases situational awareness to spot unexpected obstacles, debris, markers, vessels, and more; convenient installation flexibility that includes permanent mounting hardware, as well as a standard 1/4- by 20-inch mount interface.

Nightwave can be oriented ball-up or ball-down, to meet any challenging mounting requirements; plus it’s lightweight and portable at less than 31 ounces. Users can stay up-to-date with the latest firmware and software releases, which are available through the SIONYX mobile app. The Nightwave mobile app features include the ability to connect to Nightwave for additional features and capabilities like using WiFi to set the camera orientation and position for optimal viewing experiences, an IR cut filter control, over-the-air updates and more. The initial release will be android compatible, with iOS releasing shortly after. Future releases will include additional features such as wireless video streaming. Built rugged, connected and capable, Nightwave is an impressive and affordable addition to any vessel large or small.

www.sionyx.com

Sirius and Raymarine recently announced that the SiriusXM Fish Mapping service, which is designed to help saltwater anglers locate fish faster and save fuel, is now available on Raymarine’s Axiom line of chart plotter displays. SiriusXM Fish Mapping provides regularly updated, science-based fishing data directly to compatible Axiom displays using the SR200 SiriusXM Satellite Weather receiver and running Raymarine’s new version of the LightHouse 4.1 operating system.

The SiriusXM Fish Mapping service is also available on select products from all major marine electronics manufacturers. Fish Mapping provides eight distinct features to identify the most promising areas to fish in North American waters. Fishing Recommendations identify the areas that oceanographers recommend for zeroing in on six distinct target species. Plankton Fronts show locations of greatest plankton concentration next to relatively little plankton, particularly beneficial info when they occur near temperature fronts. Plankton Concentration contour lines show areas with dense plankton concentrations; baitfish feed on plankton which attracts gamefish. Sea Surface Temperature Fronts reveal significant temperature changes that create distinct boundaries between bodies of water, concentrating nutrients which attract bait fish. Strong and very strong fronts are good places to find game fish. Sea Surface Temperature Contour lines are simplified graphic representations of sea surface temperatures to help target areas where specific fish species can be found. Weed Lines show the most recent sightings of weed lines, which provide habitat for bait and gamefish.

Sea Surface Height Anomalies represent areas of upwellings, eddies and convergence zones where nutrient-rich water is favorable for finding fish. Sub-Surface Water Temperatures provide water temperatures up to 30 meters beneath the surface, to help identify where targeted game fish tend to hunt within their preferred temperature range. Anglers who already have SiriusXM Weather and a SR200 can easily upgrade to the SiriusXM Fish Mapping service.

The SR200 is easy to install and use, and its reliable antenna provides the best possible reception, even on the fringes of SiriusXM’s extensive coverage area (up to 150 nautical miles offshore). Consumers who do not yet have a SR200 receiver will need to purchase that and also sign up for subscription; the Fish Mapping service is $99.99 a month and includes all of SiriusXM Marine’s Weather information. The service can be suspended at no charge for up to 6 months each year. The SR200 also supports SiriusXM’s audio entertainment service which features a wide variety of channels that offer ad-free music, plus news, sports, comedy and more. Access to SiriusXM’s audio channels can be added to a Fish Mapping subscription.

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The Si-Tex management team shared that they are currently working on a new series of GPS/echo sounder units that will be released sometime in the 2023 calendar year, with no specifics available as of yet. In the interim, there is now a new source of transducers for the marine electronics industry, offering American design, Italian manufacturing and compatibility with all major sounder and multi-function display brands.

Si-Tex has partnered with Italian manufacturer Echonautics to help alleviate the current supply chain issues for transducers for many electronics manufacturers, regardless of brand. The Echonautics line-up includes the BT87H1kW, a 1kw High Frequency CHIRP bronze flush-mount thru-hull that minimizes drag and provides superior high-speed performance. Its powerful output, 130 kHz to 210 kHz frequency range and narrow 8- to 13-degree beamwidth make this transducer excellent for pinpointing fish holding tight to reefs, wrecks and other structure. This model is available in 0-degree, 12-degree, and 18-degree tilted element versions to accommodate different mounting locations and hull styles.

The Echonautics product line includes a full range of high-performance transducer options including bronze and stainless steel thru-hulls, NMEA2000 Digital Sensors, dual-frequency transom mounts and more. Echonautics will be available to boat builders, marine electronics dealers and consumers across North America exclusively through AvMap Satellite Navigation Inc.

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Engineered to be rugged and reliable, the HX320 is designed to float and constructed to survive submersion with the IPX7 water resistant rating that requires it to endure 3.3 feet (1 meter) of water for 30 minutes with its rubber caps installed. When the HX320 comes in contact with water, the water-activated strobe light will turn on “white” to assist in finding the radio in low light conditions. This feature operates whether the radio is ON or OFF. The built-in 2100mAh high capacity Lithium polymer battery provides approximately 17-hours of operation. It’s equipped with a USB type-C jack for recharging and the HX320 enables wireless operation using the optional Bluetooth headset SSM-BT10.

Visibility is enhanced with an ample LCD display incorporating large and bold channel information flags that are easy to identify. Emergency channel 16 can be immediately accessed by pressing the [16/S] key. Other channel functions include a Preset key used to recall up to 10 favorite channels; Programmable Scan, Priority Scan, Dual Watch and Triple Watch; an integrated FM broadcast receiver; plus NOAA Weather Channels with Weather Alert (only available in NOAA weather service areas).

The HX320 comes equipped with a VHF Marine Antenna, charger cradle, USB AC Adapter, USB cable, USB type-A to USB type-C charging cable, belt clip and a hand strap. The robust design of this radio is backed by an industry leading 3-year waterproof warranty.

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Upgrading Your Boat Electronics

• By Ralph Naranjo
• Updated: November 6, 2014

Modern boat electronics provide a great benefit to sailors when it comes to navigation, weather, collision avoidance or just the plain fun of being under sail. So it’s no surprise that we cruisers regularly add to our gadget list, often mixing brands and coupling old with new. Often this raises compatibility issues, some of which lead to creative work-arounds and others to outright failure.

This mix of labels and vintages was all just fine in the stand-alone era, when a black box wasn’t lurking somewhere below, taking in data from an array of output devices and spewing it out to screens scattered from bow to stern. Oh, for the days when the chart plotter had yet to become today’s multifunction display! Some would even say that retaining this “stand-alone” mind set, where each unit has its own power cable, display and electronic autonomy, is the right answer when it comes to coping with a mix-and-match multibrand nav station. However, there are other options for boat electronics.

With the proper cables and devices, today it’s possible to interface an array of onboard instruments and enhance their ability to share a common data stream. These inputs can come from the masthead anemometer, the depth sounder transducer in the bottom of the bilge, or anything in between. This digital dialogue, at its most basic, relies on a stream of bytes running through special cables at nearly the speed of light. All are ducted to a controller area network (CAN bus) — a bit of automotive brilliance put to good use in the marine industry. Those with older, but not quite antique, boat electronic gear can sometimes use an instrument’s NMEA 0183 data feed to “talk” with more modern NMEA 2000-compliant devices, or even employ an analog-to-digital signal converter to breathe new life into older components. But the more esoteric the networking solution becomes, the bigger the bill and the more poignant the question: Is it really worth it?

To get a good answer, I spoke with boat electronics pro Bob Campbell of Annapolis, Maryland, who had sage advice when it comes to electronically interfacing a diverse gaggle of gadgets. His first priority is helping the boat owner consider electronic gear as a navigation system rather than individual components. Before focusing on specific brands, the next step is to develop a realistic two-column list of gear under the headings “Must Have” and “Might Want.”

Once that’s completed, Campbell’s advice is to steer clear of brand hopping to minimize the need to lash one manufacturer’s equipment to another’s network. Carefully consider the value, cost savings and reliability that come from brand allegiance. Focus on the essentials and go with the gear line that hits the most points in the Must Have column.

Admittedly, Campbell does a lot of “transmutations,” often turning an analog signal from older equipment into digital compliance, but it can be a costly and complicated process. He often reminds owners that there’s a point where Kenny Rogers’ “fold ’em” theory is the best way to play your hand.

When the right tack is a clean sweep to a new system, Campbell says, the result is faster processor(s), higher resolution, more user-friendly MFD, plus better reliability and more flexibility. A good resource when it comes to planning an electronics makeover is the manufacturers themselves. Many have already included some backward compatibility in their new gear, and can answer questions about which of their black boxes will converse with previously installed units. Naturally, they’d prefer you buy a whole new system, and that may be the best solution in the long run. But you can take baby steps: If you are pleased with the mainstay of the gear in your nav station, a partial upgrade can be a smart move.

Bring your lingering questions to a local or regional boat show to chat with a factory-trained technician familiar with your gear. A very typical questions is “Can I network my older wind instruments with my new MFD?” If the units are from the same manufacturer the answer is probably yes, but if interfacing requires more complex custom analog-to-digital signal conversion, it’s likely time to consider a wind-instrument upgrade or live with the apparent wind direction and speed as stand-alone data.

DIY Advice from the Pros

For those tackling their own electronics installations, there’s nothing more informative than watching a skilled team of pros go through a complete electronics refit. When I met with the crew of Annapolis-based Marine Electric Systems they were in the midst of a major makeover on a complicated 55-foot uber-networked cruising boat. The project was a lesson in how to set up a complicated network, and where the big challenges lie. Strict attention to detail was the underlying refrain. The crew crimped dozens of connections; securely sealed network cable plugs; and merged the antenna, digital compass and autopilot feedback leads. Little things like a loosely crimped connection could lead to moisture intrusion, corrosion and a changed impedance — a combination that’s not always easy to find and can cause lingering problems.

Campbell and crew stressed the importance of an owner’s developing a viable electronics game plan, one in which the operational goals merge with what’s technically achievable. In this case, the installation included an Ethernet, NMEA 0183/NMEA 2000 and proprietary cabled network with enough expansion capacity to cope with additional equipment. A sky’s-the-limit options list included dual GPS and GLONASS (the Russian equivalent of GPS) position inputs, and radar, AIS, weather and FLIR data streams can be overlaid on digital charts. There was also a desire to display this avalanche of information on large-format screens and on multiple displays. Fortunately, on this boat at least, the bad habit of breaking a 7-inch MFD screen into three sections to show cartography, a radar image and boat stats wasn’t considered. (In such situations, essential detail is hidden by the diminutive size of the screen.)

By the refit’s conclusion, it was clear that today’s top-end electronics installers have engineering and technical skills akin to what you’d find in the aviation industry. For the DIYer, there’s a lot to be learned.

As system complexity grows linearly, networking demands expand exponentially. For the self-reliant cruiser, consider limiting your needs to a fairly simple two-station system, and commit to single-brand allegiance. Installation becomes much easier and keeps the challenge of maintenance and operation within your grasp. If you have champagne tastes and a budget to match, find a skilled pro, work out a detailed quote and invest in a job well done.

The Screens Are Just the Start

When embarking on an electronics upgrade, remember that the retail price for the components is just the beginning. Each manufacturer has its own network architecture and proprietary waterproof cabling, control nodes, junction boxes, rate gyros, antennas, etc. The cost of options and the need for complex cabling increase with the number of peripherals to be networked. If planning a do-it-yourself project, look at the online installation manuals of the prospective gear. Most hardware comes with bracket mounts that eliminate the need for complex recessed joiner work. Even cockpit installations can be done using pre-manufactured pedestal-mount boxes, saving time and the need for special carpentry or fiberglass fabrications.

The really big-screen “glass helm” extravaganza seen on many motor yachts is a wonderful aid to navigation, but it’s overkill on the average cruising sailboat. The daily current consumption of such a system can be greater than the load your refrigeration places on the house battery bank. This means running the engine while you’re under sail in order to create power for the nav station. Part of the big-picture planning process is ensuring that the energy appetite of your networked electronics is in keeping with your boat’s battery bank. Engineering into the system an ability to turn individual equipment on and off — for example, to be able to run the depth sounder and chart plotter without activating unnecessary components in the network — is a big plus. After all, that’s exactly what you could do with the stand-alone architecture, an approach that still has a reasoned and vocal following.

Like many other sailors, I find myself overly attached to familiar equipment. Though I long ago switched to GPS, it took the U.S. Coast Guard’s curtailing Loran signal transmissions to get me to finally retire the receiver. Until recently, I’d held the same commitment to advocating for stand-alone electronic equipment. Aboard our sailboat, Wind Shadow, electronic simplicity had meant a GPS, sounder and conventional piloting/paper chart routine. But I finally made the transition, and wondered why I had waited so long. I like to think of this as a fully considered commitment to technology — not a borderline Luddite complex. Either way, I made a clean-sweep upgrade and did the work myself. The nav station on Wind Shadow now sports a 12-inch MFD chart plotter/radar combo that juggles a GPS signal, depth sounder input and a rate gyro signal to make the autopilot happy. I have leveraged one manufacturer’s components, cabling and installation wisdom. On the horizon is a smaller MFD for the cockpit.

Previously, I’d bootlegged a modern approach to navigation with Nobeltec software on my laptop and an iNavX app on my iPad (Luddite complex resolved!). But in case of bad weather, I wanted a fixed, waterproof, hands-free display installed in a known location. The reason I have the larger-screen MFD located below is that my wife, Lenore, and I sail double-handed and in tricky piloting situations we prefer the off-watch person to handle the radar and plotter down below while the person on watch tackles boat handling and keeps a lookout.

With this streamlined approach to networking, I found the manufacturer’s plug-and-play wiring to be quite straightforward. The radar uses an Ethernet link and all the other components use a mini-C or micro type of proprietary cabling. The biggest issues were the constraints imposed by joinery that made running wires through tight spaces and finding the right location for junction boxes a slight challenge. To minimize surprises during and after the installation, I set up the gear in my workshop and became familiar with the cabling and junction-box configurations ahead of time.

Furuno, Garmin, Navico (Simrad and B&G) and Raymarine have each committed to a sensible proprietary approach to networking onboard electronics. Each has its own unique features and user interface, so it’s up to you to investigate each and choose the overall system that best meets your needs. The navigational advantage such integrated packages offer is compelling, making it easier than ever to discern where you are and where you’re headed. What’s left is the responsibility of a crew to leverage all the value unleashed by such an electronic navigation network.

Ralph Naranjo is a frequent CW contributor.

This article first appeared in Cruising World March, 2014.

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Welcome to the inaugural Best Elex Awards, which honors standout marine electronics products that have been reviewed and approved by the editorial team behind the four leading titles in marine media: Boating, Yachting, Cruising World and Salt Water Sportsman . Over the course of two months, the nominees were evaluated by our team of eight judges, including the editors-in-chief and electronics editors of the aforementioned brands. In the end, seven products set themselves apart. And the winners are:

Editors’ Choice: Raymarine Axiom+

Leading edge technology: furuno navnet tztouch3 9f, best integrated system: garmin gpsmap 1243xsv, most innovative for sailing: airmar dst 810, best in entertainment: rockford fosgate 12-inch color optix m2 subwoofers, most innovative for power: dometic optimus outboard electric steering actuator, best in communication: standard horizon gx2400 matrix.

Raymarine’s Axiom+ multifunction displays replace the company’s original Axiom line in 7-, 9-, and 12-inch-display models. The plus units integrate a quad-core processor, multi-channel sonar views (including RealVision 3D), and augmented-reality navigation, and include up to 16 GB of onboard data storage. All displays employ in-plane switching for better, brighter viewing along with the company’s HydroTough treatment to repel water and oils. Axiom+ models start at $749.

What the judges said: “These units have more memory than your mother-in-law. They run a multitude of apps, using an intuitive GUI ripped from a smart TV, and, thanks to WiFi, no pulling radar cable through pipework. What’s not to like?”

Furuno responded to customer requests for a smaller version of its TZTouch3 technology, introduced last February, by delivering the 9F, a 9-inch IPS display for tighter helms and second stations. The hybrid-control TZT9F features a quad-core processor, 256 GB memory card built into the system, a built-in 1kW, single-channel TruEcho CHIRP Fish Finder, and a traditional 50/200kHz RezBoost Fish Finder. The MFD comes with a PIN-code lock feature and is also compatible with a wide array of Furuno peripherals, including radar, autopilot, VHF, and black-box sonars. The TZT9F costs $2,995.

What the judges said: “This smaller version of the TZTouch3 delivers so many of the best features of its bigger brothers. The edge-swiping interface, in particular, puts all of your most-important functions within quick reach. The built-in 1 kW chirp that’s frequency agile is a big plus for anglers, as is the ability to lock the MFD with a passcode.”

Garmin’s new GPSMAP 1243xsv multifunction display surpasses its predecessor, the 1242, with edge-to-edge glass, an IPS display, higher resolution, better scanning sonar and more. Garmin says it has now brought those premium features—indicative of its 8600 series—to mid-level consumers. The 1kW chirp unit incorporates all of Garmin’s sonar capabilities such as LiveScope, SideVu, and ClearVu. The 1243 can be flush-mounted in the same space as a 1242 with a retrofit kit. The 1243xsv costs $2,899.

What the judges said: “Garmin’s new 1243xsv combines popular, SideVu, ClearVu and chirp sonar all in one device with no black boxes. In addition, they’ve upgraded the screen for brighter, sharper resolution and made the device networkable to integrate with NMEA 2000 connected engines and all other Garmin products.”

Airmar’s DST810 Smart Multisensor makes calibrating accurate speed a simple process. The unit features an integrated attitude sensor, as well, for logging heel and trim data. With the free CAST app, boaters won’t need expensive PC software to provide heel-compensated speed across multiple heel angles and speed ranges. The 5 Hz output delivers unrivaled speed for making quick decisions on the water. The sensor, which also measures depth and water temperature—to a tenth of a degree—accommodates hull angles of up to 22 degrees and costs $399.

What the judges said: “Airmar sensors are used extensively by sailing instruments, which means the new sensor can easily replace older ones. The ability to self-calibrate and ‘see’ down to the bottom when measuring depth is a great benefit, especially for sailboats that often have curved hull forms. The ability to correct for heel and calibrate speed accordingly is of great value to racing sailors, but also to navigation, since speed through the water is used to calculate current, true wind speed and other critical sailing data.”

Rockford Fosgate has introduced 12-inch Color Optix Subwoofers for its M2 line of Element Ready sound technology. The subwoofers come in two types — infinite baffle, which provides more strength in the cone — and sealed options for smaller enclosures. Available in black, white, black with stainless insert or white with stainless insert, the subs can be customized by connecting an optional Color Optix Controller and RF Connect App that allows selection of various light colors and patterns. The 12-inch M2s cost $449.

What the judges said: “The M2 subwoofer’s customizable LED colors let users personalize their audio experience. With the ability to pump out up to 1600 watts of power, a lack of volume should never be an issue.”

Dometic’s Optimus Outboard Electric Steering Actuator delivers full power-steering functionality with auto-adjustable parameters to any conventional outboard. The actuator, electronic helm display and harness install quickly without the need for hoses, oil or purging. The system also integrates with joystick control, SeaStation (position hold), SeaWays (Dometic autopilot), and third-party autopilots. This actuator employs a compact brushless DC motor and a unique roller screw that produces enough power to push even the heaviest outboards. Two engines require two actuators; triple- or quad-outboard setups also employ two actuators with additional tie-bars. Price for a single-engine system is $5,700, about 15 percent higher than equivalent electro-hydraulic systems.

What the judges said: “The new Optimus electric steering system brings marine-steering technology into the 21st century.”

Standard Horizon’s GX2400 Matrix VHF radio replaces earlier GX220 products; it offers an internal, 66-channel WAAS GPS receiver; NMEA 2000 networkability; a wireless (or wired) full-functioning, second-station RAM mic; and an AIS receiver. Anglers can employ the voice scrambler to send encrypted messages to fishing buddies. The fixed-mount radio costs $449.99.

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What the judges said: “Standard Horizon’s GX2400 is a feature-heavy VHF base-station radio that delivers mic expandability and NMEA 2000 compatibility at a budget-conscious price point.”

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Marine electronics are devices for navigation and communication aboard a boat or ship. With the rapid expansion of technology, marine electronics have evolved to include cartography, collision avoidance, onboard connectivity, tracking wind, and propulsion integration.

What electronics do I need on my boat?

The boat devices you need depend on boat type, how, and where you boat. A tow boat used for watersports on a lake doesn’t need much other than a speedometer. In contrast, a sailboat used for passage making needs a full suite, including a chartplotter, radar, depth sounder, and more.

How much are boat electronics?

The cost of electronics will differ by what you need and how you use them. A basic chartplotter (9-inch screen) can cost under $500, VHF radios start around $100, and a large (16-inch or more) fully integrated MFD with transducers and antennas typically can go well over $10,000 and requires periodic software updates.

Let’s dive a little deeper and look at 10 essential boat electronic devices:

• Multifunction Displays (MFDs)
• Chartplotter
• Radar & ASI
• Wind instruments
• Depth sounder
• Fishfinder (sonar)
• Engine monitors
• Digital switching
• VHFs and SSB radios

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1. Multifunction Displays (MFDs)

Multifunction Displays, also known as MFDs, are LCDs (buttons or touchscreen) that connect the user with various functions on a boat.

Although they were thought of as a display for cartography (chartplotters) first, MFDs have become the central command of marine electronics.

You can integrate all systems, including navigation and communication. It also supports audio and video capabilities that help you check your position, select tunes, or even watch a movie on an MFD.

All the components discussed below can be displayed on an integrated MFD.

2. Chartplotters

A chartplotter is used for navigation on the water and is like the navigation system in your car.

It combines GPS with marine cartography and is an electronic chart (map) to determine where you are and the best route for where you want to go.

3. Radar & ASI

Radar (radio detection and ranging) uses radio waves to determine your surroundings. It is beneficial at times of limited visibility, such as nighttime or fog.

Radar shows the distance, angle, and velocity of objects (boats or land-based sites) relative to your position. Radar can be sensitive enough to show rain squalls and includes an antenna (closed or open array) and a display like an MFD.

AIS (automatic identification system) is a short-range tracking system with radar to track targets (other vessels). Its primary purpose is collision avoidance as it follows the speed, bearing, and even names of boats around you.

4. Autopilot

Autopilot is the self-steering mechanism that can hold a pre-set course. Some autopilots will steer to a compass course or to the wind direction.

This device will steer to a waypoint, but they’re not set-it-and-forget-it gadgets. They don’t pick up what’s between your boat and the waypoint like other boats! So remain vigilant even when you use autopilot.

5. Wind Instruments

Wind instruments are small MFDs that provide specific information on wind velocity and angle. This is critical information for sailors, but any boater can benefit from knowing how the wind acts as a force on their boat. This feature comes in especially handy when docking or anchoring!

5. Depth Sounder

A depth sounder tells you the depth of the water. A transducer is mounted on or through the hull and sends radio signals. The rate at which the signal returns determines the depth of the water column.

You can incorporate offsets to give yourself a margin of safety. Just be sure you know whether the measurement is from the water’s surface or the bottom of the keel , or you could find yourself short. This information is displayed on your MFD’s screen.

6. Fish Finder (Sonar)

A fish finder locates fish or paints a picture of underwater structures. Like a depth sounder, a fish finder uses sound waves via a transducer.

The information can be displayed on a separate screen. But more often, it’s on your MFD’s screen.

Advanced fish finders paint a picture of more than fish, including rocks, reefs, or underwater objects.

• See how to read a fish finder .

7. Engine Monitors

Boats with one or more motors can display engine information on dedicated displays or MFDs.

These monitors are digital engine gauges providing information on temperature, tachometer, alarms, fluid levels, trim levels, rudder angles, diagnostics, service intervals, and more.

8. Digital Switching

Digital switching replaces mechanical switching. The breakers with a networked softkey approach to controlling onboard systems.

Now in days, even basic boats have components of digital switching technology.

9. VHF Radio

Very High Frequency, or VHF, radios operate at line -of-sight, which means they can be heard approximately 2-3 miles away. This may vary on your antenna height or if there’s anything (like an island) in the way.

VHF radios can be fixed mount (attached ship’s station) or handheld (portable). VHF radios may communicate with other boats, marinas, bridges, and the US Coast Guard.

Once a handheld radio is taken to shore, it cannot be used for personal transmissions. Anyone with a VHF can hear anyone who is transmitting. You should be careful about the information you share.

10. SSB Radio

A Single Sideband, or SSB, the radio operates as a point-to-point, two-way communication for long distances. It is HF (high frequency), uses radio wave propagation, and is used by offshore vessels.

The key to shopping for marine electronics is understanding what your boat can accommodate and what you need. We hope our list of 10 marine electronics to know is helpful to you.

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Zuzana Prochazka is an award-winning freelance journalist and photographer with regular contributions to more than a dozen sailing and powerboating magazines and online publications including Southern Boating, SEA, Latitudes & Attitudes and SAIL. She is SAIL magazines Charter Editor and the Executive Director of Boating Writers International. Zuzana serves as judge for SAIL’s Best Boats awards and for Europe’s Best of Boats in Berlin. 

A USCG 100 Ton Master, Zuzana founded and manages a flotilla charter organization called Zescapes that takes guests adventure sailing at destinations worldwide. 

Zuzana has lived in Europe, Africa and the United States and has traveled extensively in South America, the islands of the South Pacific and Mexico. 

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Keeping up to date with the latest navigation technology can be prohibitive. Mike Reynolds shares how to get the latest electronics for your boat for a fraction of the cost

Mike Reynold uses free software for a range of navigation tasks. Credit: Mike Reynolds

Electronics technology is constantly improving, offering ever more impressive capabilities, writes Mike Reynolds .

It is making navigation easier, quicker and more accurate, and useful information easier to access.

It’s making recording and displaying historical data possible, supplementing the real-time (now) data we’re used to.

It costs, but only if substantial replacement of hardware is necessary.

We decided we wanted the best of both worlds — standard hardware with longevity, and software with the flexibility to take advantage of emerging trends.

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We are electronics enthusiasts and configuring electronics isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.

But a little effort can deliver the very latest capabilities, tailored to your boat, for minimal additional cost.

For those not inclined to experiment, this article illustrates capabilities coming to future ‘plug and play’ systems.

Our boat Zen Again is a 1980s 34ft 3/4 tonner which we purchased 10 years ago.

She is fitted with a robust cruising navigation and communications system, with built-in redundancy.

For some years we’ve used standard NMEA-2000 sensors for position, speeds, depth and AIS .

The data is sent via WiFi to a laptop at the chart table and waterproof tablets on deck.

Zen Again is a ST10.4, a 1980s IOR three-quarter tonner designed and built in Japan. Credit: Mike Reynolds

Recently we’ve added a NMEA-2000 weather station which added wind, temperature, atmospheric pressure and 3D attitude.

This required new SignalK interface technology to replace the old NMEA-0183 traditionally used over WiFi.

SignalK became a springboard into some really useful capabilities.

I will describe what we’ve done, and what it cost.

You can stop anywhere along the process but the further you go the better the capabilities, and the value of the investment!

Electronics: Gathering the Data

When contemplating upgrades we keep in mind our prioritised data list:

• Position (from GNSS systems – GPS, Galileo, Glonass, collectively ‘GPS’)
• Water depth n Boat speed and heading
• Speed and course over ground (SoG and CoG)
• Autopilot n Communication (VHF plus SSB and/or Satphone)
• AIS transceiver
• Wind sensor (apparent wind)
• Environment sensor (atmospheric pressure, air temperature, attitude)

The autopilot is important enough for us to have two fully installed and calibrated units.

Radar is last since AIS pushed it down the list.

We had radar but it failed years ago.

A replacement hasn’t made the cut yet and we’ll ignore it here.

We’ll also ignore SSB and satphones.

Recognising that AIS transceivers integrate GPS we can translate the data list into a list of system elements:

• AIS (position, time, SoG, CoG, traffic)
• Thru-hull sensor (boat speed, water depth, water temperature, 3D attitude)
• Autopilot (heading, rudder angle, route-related data, 3D attitude)
• VHF (DSC messages)
• Environment sensor (atmospheric pressure, air temperature, 3D attitude)

It’s interesting that 3D attitude is appearing in so many sensors.

The technology is now very cheap and easy to integrate into products.

A more expensive weather station, with ultrasonic wind sensor, gave Mike the full range of data he wanted. Credit: Mike Reynolds

Our research revealed the availability of NMEA-2000 weather stations.

These integrate high-speed GPS and measure apparent wind, ground wind, air temperature, atmospheric pressure, 3D attitude and more.

No moving parts. It gave us all the environmental data we wanted and addressed a desire for GPS redundancy.

So our list became:

• AIS transceiver (about £800)
• Thru-hull sensor (about £300)
• Autopilot (about £1,300 tiller, about £2,500 wheel)
• VHF transceiver (about £300)
• Weather station (about £1,500)

All of these system elements are readily available with NMEA-2000 interfaces.

The total cost is under £5,000 for tiller and £6,000 for wheel auto-pilots including cabling and mounting gear.

To save £1,200 the weather station could be replaced with a wind sensor (about £300).

We valued GPS redundancy and environment data highly so installed the weather station.

Displaying the Data

Marine MFDs (Multi-Function Displays) and chartplotters are nice.

Many boats have two. But they’re not cheap, and nor are charts for them.

We fitted a small one soon after purchasing Zen Again , and carried a spare.

A cockpit-mounted tablet provides MFD functions using SignalK. Credit: Mike Reynolds

As time passed one failed and the other was relegated to data display only.

Five years ago we started chartplotting and displaying data on laptops and tablets.

This change was enabled by the WiFi access point on our AIS transceiver.

This, together with the integrated GPS, makes the AIS the heart of the system.

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It broadcasts its own data plus other data from the NMEA-2000 network.

We’ve crossed three oceans and circumnavigated the UK using only laptops and tablets for chartplotting and data display.

They’ve survived storms and a lightning near-miss which destroyed a marine-standard interface unit and damaged one of our autopilots.

With his new SignalK system for £200, Mike no longer needs an array of expensive standalone instruments at his chart table. Credit: Mike Reynolds

We carry fully configured spares.

With thunderstorms nearby we disconnect all their cables to minimise risk.

The apps we use are OpenCPN on the laptops and iNavX on the tablets.

OpenCPN is a free, open-source, full-featured chartplotter.

On OpenCPN we use ooSENC charts supplemented by satellite imagery.

iNavX is also an excellent chartplotter and uses Navionics charts.

We like the redundancy of multiple chart sources.

Both apps support display of real-time instrument data.

Most marine WiFi access points broadcast data as a NMEA-0183 datastream.

This limits the data to that supported by NMEA-0183. This was a serious problem in our latest upgrade which added the weather station.

Much of the new data is unsupported by NMEA-0183.

More research suggested SignalK was the answer.

SignalK is a free, open source marine data exchange format.

It provides a means of sharing marine data in a future-proof manner friendly to WiFi, mobile networks and the internet.

The heart of SignalK is a software server which inputs and outputs NMEA-0183, NMEA-2000 and other data streams.

The software translates the data streams to and from SignalK format and makes the SignalK data available to client apps.

Clients can be on the same computer or on other connected computers.

Each client gets only the data it requests.

Client apps can be on phones, tablets or laptops, aboard or elsewhere.

The only additional hardware required is a NMEA-2000 USB gateway for about £150. An example use of SignalK is the open source system OpenPlotter .

OpenPlotter uses a £50 Raspberry Pi computer to run SignalK and OpenCPN, providing a full onboard MFD solution, albeit not to ‘marine standard’.

SignalK supports more than described below, including monitoring and controlling devices, and generating alarms.

A simple, cheap computer runs SignalK and records all NMEA2000 data. Credit: Mike Reynolds

On Zen Again we already had several BeagleBone computers aboard.

They’re less capable computers than the latest Raspberry Pis but consume less power.

We decided to try SignalK on one of them.

We purchased an Actisense NGT-1 NMEA-2000 USB gateway and set to work installing the SignalK software on the BeagleBone.

Installation wasn’t simple but it’s now documented on our blog.

OpenPlotter comes with the software pre-installed for a Raspberry Pi. Our experiment has worked out very well.

The Beaglebone now feeds SignalK over WiFi to OpenCPN on our laptops and to client apps iNavX and WilhelmSK on our laptop, tablets and phones.

A SignalK gateway opens up a whole range of real time and historic data tracking, giving a more informed picture of how conditions are changing. Credit: Mike Reynolds

It also transmits wired NMEA-0183 to our old autopilots.

We also have all the software installed and configured on a spare BeagleBone.

Both hardware and software have proven to be very reliable after several months of 24/7 operation.

WilhelmSK is a £20 SignalK client app which runs on iOS and MacOS.

It supports user-designed pages to suit your data and also your current situation.

For example we have sailing, anchoring and weather pages.

Beyond SignalK

With SignalK proven aboard we looked at what more we could do with our data.

We like to record our passages, which previously amounted to written hourly logs and electronic GPX files of our tracks.

SignalK supports output to the free database software InfluxDB .

InfluxDB was simple to set up on the BeagleBone.

This records all of our NMEA-2000 data, giving us a ‘black box’ recorder.

To view recorded data we installed the free graphing software Grafana on our navigation laptop.

The laptop accesses the BeagleBone’s InfluxDB database over WiFi.

Mike Reynolds is a consultant electronics engineer who occasionally lectures on yacht navigation and communications systems. Credit: Mike Reynolds

We created Grafana ‘dashboards’ to display our data.

While sailing we can view trends like speed, wind, current, atmospheric pressure and so on.

After passages we can capture summaries and highlights.

WilhelmSK can display web pages, including Grafana dashboards.

SignalK has given us a lot of information and enjoyment for the £200 hardware cost of a BeagleBone and an Actisense NGT-1.

Most of the software for these programmes is free.

Installing the software wasn’t trivial but it put the future of marine electronics on our boat today.

Adding recorded data display to real-time data display is certainly a plus.

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The Ferretti Group, one of the world top companies specializing in the design, building and sale of motor yachts, with an amazing portfolio of eight of the most exclusive and prominent brands, is thrilled to announce its participation in the Moscow Boat Show 2013. From 12 to 17 March, two of the Group fleet’s most successful yachts will be presented as absolute premieres for the Russian market: motor yacht Ferretti 530, representing Ferretti Yachts , and the 27-foot Iseo superyacht tender by Riva .

Ferretti 530 Yacht to make her Russian premiere at Moscow Boat Show

This year’s Moscow Boat Show will also offer the Ferretti Group the opportunity to announce all yachting enthusiasts in Russia and Northern Eurasia a new important achievement in its international growth: the renewal of its exclusive dealership agreement for the Russian Federation with its partner Premium Yachts , one of the leading dealers operating in the boating sector in Russia , which will represent the Ferretti Yachts , Pershing , Itama , Bertram , Riva e Mochi Craft and Ferretti Custom Line brands.

The agreement – which was officially announced today during a press conference attended, among others, by Ferruccio Rossi (Ferretti Group’s CEO), Alexey Kurochkin (Premium Yachts’s President), and Stefano Campanelli (Sales Manager for the EMEA area for Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Itama, Bertram, Riva, Mochi Craft and Ferretti Custom Line) – is part of Ferretti Group’s strategy for a further expansion on the European markets offering the best short/medium-term growth perspectives, also thanks to the financial soundness regained following the strategic partnership forged with the Weichai Group.

More specifically, the Russian boating market holds a great potential for the Ferretti Group’s development because of the rapid growth of average wealth among the population and an increasing interest for Made in Italy luxury goods, like Ferretti Group yachts.

Through the renewal of the agreement with Premium Yachts, the Group will further strengthen its highly selected distribution network – which currently includes approximately 60 dealers ensuring the best possible customer care in more than 80 countries worldwide – as well as its presence in the traditional EMEA ( Europe , Middle East , Africa ) area, one of the three macro-regions (besides the America and the Asia-Pacific) into which the Group’s sales structure is divided.

Moreover, in a medium/long-term perspective, the Ferretti Group is expecting an increasing interest on the Russian market not only for flying bridge yachts above 70’ in length, but also towards smaller crafts, both flybridge and open/coupé ones, which are particularly suitable for river cruising or pleasure boating in Russia’s large lakes. Consequently, the renewal of the dealership agreement with Premium Yachts also allows to look ahead at the future aiming to conquer new market segments where less competitors are currently present in terms of both products and geographic location.

The press conference, which was held today at the Lotte Hotel in Moscow, had also the objective of introducing attending journalists and yachting enthusiasts to the main new products launched by the Ferretti Group over the last few months, namely: motor yacht Ferretti 870 , Ferretti 690 yacht , and the project of the new flagship Ferretti 960 superyacht for the Ferretti Yachts brand; luxury yacht Pershing 82 ’ and superyacht Pershing 108’ New Edition for Pershing; Riva 63’ Virtus and the project of the new Riva flagship, 122’ Mythos yacht , as well as the entire range of the Itama, Bertram and Mochi Craft brands.

The yachts launched over the last few months by CRN – the Group’s brand specialising in the construction of steel and aluminium yachts between 40 and 90 metres – were also presented during the conference: the two superyachts: CRN superyacht Jade (60 metres long) and CRN mega yacht Chopi Chopi (80 metres long), the latter being one of the largest pleasure vessels ever built in Italy and the largest one ever built by the Ancona-based shipyard.

“The renewal of our dealership agreement with an important partner like Premium Yachts – which has worked on the Russian market for almost 10 years and can boast an outstanding product knowledge and an excellent local market penetration – and the presentation of the Group’s latest models are an integral part of our development strategy on the EMEA markets offering the best growth perspectives in the short-medium term,” stated Ferruccio Rossi, Ferretti Group’s CEO. “The Moscow Boat Show 2013, which has now reached its sixth edition, will extend over approximately 45,000 square metres this year and will be attended by more than 350 international boating companies. This Show represents an interesting business opportunity for us and an unmissable event in terms of visibility, since we are identifying a considerable growth potential in this area thanks to the timeless attractiveness of our products – true ambassadors of Made in Italy production all over the world”.

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