The Marine Electronics Hub
The industry’s top products were recognized at the 2024 NMEA Marine Electronics Conference & Expo, which took place at the Omni Hotel in Providence, RI. Members of the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) voted online in various categories for the prestigious Product of Excellence Awards. In addition, a panel of judges selected winners for the NMEA Technology and the Best New Product Awards…
Maretron, a renowned leader in marine technology, is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking new product, MConnect. This state-of-the-art web server connects seamlessly with a boat’s NMEA 2000 network, offering unparalleled access to hundreds of data points for comprehensive monitoring of vessel devices and components. MConnect is now available with an introductory price of $599…
At first glance, the SFK 275EX looks like many other 275-300 amp hour internal BMS lithium iron phosphate batteries. With Bluetooth communications, heating, long cycle life, and a good warranty it seems to compete well with other batteries. But, closer inspection reveals a battery with features above and beyond anything I’ve seen in similar form-factor and priced batteries. Not only that, it comes with a thorough and readable manual.
Garmin today announced the inReach Messenger Plus, its first satellite communicator with photo and voice messaging in addition to global two-way texting, location sharing and SOS capabilities. Lauded for a durable and temperature-resistant design, Garmin inReach devices are built for those that explore beyond cell coverage – on land, in the sky or on the water. With a battery life that can last for weeks…
High-definition cameras built for Garmin chartplotters can provide distance markers and guidance lines to enhance situational awareness when docking in tight quarters OLATHE, Kansas – Garmin, the world’s most innovative and recognized marine electronics...
A lot has changed since early 2020 when I took delivery of my first, outboard powered, small test boat. Since then, the world experienced a global pandemic, Hurricane Ian devastated Fort Myers and surrounding areas, and we lost Have Another Day. Also, though less dramatic, I found my testing shifted towards the small boat and away from testing on a 57-footer. At the same time, after four years of installing equipment on her, Panbo(at) was beginning to look like the proverbial five pound bag stuffed with ten (or more) pounds of… stuff. So, I did the only logical thing and bought a bigger bag!
Editor’s Note: This column originally appeared in the May issue of Soundings Trade Only as part of my Getting Technical monthly column. covering all things technology. I welcome all feedback on these pieces. Feel free to...
