When Furuno added their Black Box system to their NavNet TZtouch family, it provided a newfound flexibility for captains that wanted a TZtouch system on larger displays. Shortly after that, Furuno introduced their new line of Multi-touch Marine Monitors that ranged in size from 17-24 inches. Customers then came back to Furuno requesting the added…
Now more than ever, selecting a chartplotter can be a real challenge due to the variety of manufacturers and quality machines they produce such as those made by Furuno, Garmin, Humminbird, Navico, Raymarine and Standard. When looking at the latest in technology many of these plotters look strikingly similar in many ways, but looking a…
Standard Horizon was most famous for its capable and very popular VHF radios but it also has a line of sophisticated chartplotters for suitable for vessels from small skiffs up to larger open ocean craft and has two new models that will gain more attention in the spotlight. The GPS Chartplotters offered by Standard…
The Miami International Boat Show in February is usually the launching point for all varieties of innovative new boating products. This year there were certainly more innovations than previous years and these included some interesting new chartplotters. New offerings from Garmin, Raymarine and Standard Horizon were good examples of what is new in chartplotters. Garmin…
Humminbird has often been known as a premiere fishfinder for freshwater fishermen and although this is still true the company now has a line of chartplotters that are being seen more and more on saltwater fishing boats. These sophisticated chartplotters have features any fishermen would want, combined with some unique capabilities that separate them from…
Simrad, a name synonymous with quality high seas equipment, has chartplotters that can perform not just in high seas applications but anywhere a robust, advanced chartplotter is required. The forward thinking division of Navico has three lines of multi-function displays that fit a spectrum of needs. We will be looking at the Simrad NSS and…
Lowrance has several chartplotters on the market today as does Simrad and B&G, the other members of their parent company Navico. We will talk about the impressive Simrad and B&G offerings in another article but Lowrance’s latest offerings, the HDS Gen 2 Touch Chartplotters, are a real eye opener. Lowrance’s new line of chartplotters/fishfinders…
Furuno is one of the premier manufacturers of marine electronics and has a reputation for robust cutting edge technology that stands the test of time and the harsh marine environment. Furuno’s latest offerings in the chartplotter realm certainly show that they are living up to their reputation. Their offerings include the Furuno NavNet 3D™ Multifunction…
In previous articles we discussed what to look for when shopping for the perfect chartplotter. Does Chartplotter screen SIZE really Matter Chartplotter Maps – Pick the RIGHT Cartography Do you need a Touch Screen Chartplotter? It is now time to delve into what each of the manufacturers is offering… (Here’s a spotlight on What’s NEW…
In previous articles we discussed what to look for when shopping for the perfect chartplotter. Does Chartplotter screen SIZE really Matter Chartplotter Maps – Pick the RIGHT Cartography Do you need a Touch Screen Chartplotter? It is now time to delve into what each of the manufacturers is offering and we are going to start…
Probably some of the most overlooked aspects in purchasing the right chartplotter are the charts themselves. You may have the most technologically advanced chartplotter with all the widgets and wonders but if the charts are lacking in detail and quality the chartplotter will serve little purpose other than looking impressive to your friends when powered…
Purchasing the right chartplotter for your vessel is an important investment in your enjoyment aboard. Do you need a Touchscreen Chartplotter? In the previous article we discussed the importance of going with the largest screen chartplotter possible. Just imagine trying to navigate with a paper chart cut into very small rectangles and having to…
In modern boating the chartplotter is probably one of the most used pieces of electronics aboard. As such, you should consider more factors than just cost when selecting the right chartplotter for your boat. In the next few articles we will explore what factors to consider and what various manufacturers are offering to fill your…