Waterproof Marine Gps System
By Wayne MacLean
A waterproof marine system is available in both a handheld version and a version that is mounted on your boat. And it does not matter if you have a tight budget or if you want to spend a lot to get what you want. Handheld models that float start under $200 and will provide the ability to save up to 500 of your favorite places in memory and chart a straight-line course to your destination. These units are also IPX7 waterproof to endure an accidental dunk in the water. They come preloaded with numerous cities worldwide combined with marine navigation aids like day beacons, lights, buoys, and sound signals. Whether you are boating, hunting or fishing, you have tide information, sunrise and sunset information, celestial data and a hunting and fishing calendar right at your fingertips. They are also WAAS (wide area augmentation system) enabled for precise accuracy to within 3 meters.
A waterproof marine system can also be used in your automobile. Although these units are more expensive than a handheld, it can save a lot of hassles when deciding on a system. The pre-installed auto-routing basemap will guide you on your way on major interstates and highways. An optional automotive kit that includes City Navigator® detailed maps, an automotive mount, and a data card to help you easily navigate on land. This kit, once loaded will provide voice-prompted turn-by-turn guidance to millions of addresses and points of interest. Maybe you are looking for a hotel restaurant, gas station or the nearest marine. No problem. You will find it.
A waterproof marine system can combine a color chart-plotter and automobile
navigation system that is perfect for wet or dry applications. Use it on your boat and then transfer it to your car. Now that was easy. When you are out on the water the sun can be strong so these navigators come with a TFT display that is easily read in bright sunlight. For extra-precise navigation a Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) that is normally found in aircraft, is included on some models. You will quickly be advised if you have gone off your chosen course, and will be guided back on track. You can also track external NMEA sources for water characteristics like temperature, speed, and depth.
One unit can provide all you need for land or sea. Doesn’t that sound like a great idea?
