14 High-Tech Add-Ons for the Ultimate Fishing Boat

14 HIGH-TECH ADD-ONS FOR THE ULTIMATE FISHING BOAT You don't need to be a naval officer to enjoy the high-tech advantages of a multifunction display system, including marine electronics like radar, fishfinders, weather sensors, GPS, and more! Anchor Express explores some cool add-ons for your multifunction display system that will help you become master and commander of your vessel. CHART PLOTTERS Integrates GPS data with an electronic navigational chart, providing insights on the position, heading, and speed of your boat. WIFI/WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY Connect WIFI enabled devices including compatible units, tablets, and smart- phones together with a WIFI router FISH FINDERS ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Play your favorite tunes with iPod dock capabilities, satellite radio, and many other audio features. These tools detect reflected pulses of sound energy, allowing you to locate fish, underwater debris, and the bottom of the body of water you're navigating. DOWN IMAGING INSTANT WEATHER Satellite weather overlays the same live weather pictures that professional forecasters use right onto your display screen! Forward-looking and side- scanning sonar can show a 180-degree panoramic view of what is going on under the water's surface directly in front of as well as off to each side of your boat. VIDEO CAMERAS Cameras in the engine room let you monitor for smoke and keep you from having to run below every time you hear a noise under the hatch. MARINE VHF RADIO Can be used for many purposes, including summoning rescue services, communicating with harbors and marinas, and collision avoidance. DEPTH AND TEMP INSTRUMENTATION This tool displays depth, speed, wind angle, water temperatures, air tem- peratures, and navigation data all on one dual-screen unit, CARTOGRAPHY Provides detailed maps illustrating depths, wrecks, channel markers. Enhanced features may include advance trip routing, 3D views, and satellite pictures. AUTOPILOT DEVICE Delivers smart rudder rate technology that slows rudder rate at NIGHT VISION A night vision device that can instantly show you that an unrecognizable radar target is a buoy and not a rock, small boat, or other object. DIGITAL COMPASS Remote display provides off-course steering information that is also compatible with other onboard equipment. high speeds and increases rudder rate at lower speeds to provide optimal performance and safety. Anchor Express MARINE RADAR Incorporates video processing technology and logarithmic amplifiers with automatic tuning for more accurate navigation information. SOURCES: http://www. Designed by BRIM httn w.anchorexpress.com/ www.boatingmag.com/gearlelectronice/upda ting-your-multifunction-display http://www.boat-project.com/navimultifunction.htm