The new HDS LIVE Series Explained. Get to know the new units including specs, dimensions, images and more.
Jim Maier
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Raymarine has launched a new series called Axiom. Their Axiom 12 comes a number of ways. You can get the Axiom 12 with or without charts. With or without an internal sonar, and with or without transducer. If you see RV in the name, it means Realvision. Realivision is a 3D view of the water under the boat, in real time. If you do not see RV in the name then the unit is not sonar capable.
The multifunction display is offered with or without charts. If you see LNC in the name this means it has Raymarine's own Lighthouse Raster and Vector charts. These are beautiful maps that look much like a real chart. In fact, Raster Charts are a photocopy of a real chart. If you see Navionics in the name then the unit is preloaded with Navionics. Navionics have their own unique, high quality look, that many mariners prefer.
Raymarine has recently introduced the Pro version with hybrid touch, buttons and touchscreen. The Axiom Pro comes in a RVX version which offers Realvision and 1kW CHIRP. Same chart options as the non-Pro. The Pro version is also offered with only CHIRP and withour Realvision. This is the "S" model.
Here are links to the units:
Axiom:
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Radar is a great layer of safety that can enhance just about any boat. But it is not for everyone. Is it right for you?Read more »
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on November 25, 2017Read more »The new GPSMAP 1042xsv and 1242xsv are a great solution for those boaters who prefer a full button or keyed unit, but don't want to lose out on the technology that the touch screen displays have to offer. Available in a 10" and 12" screen size these units are packed with everything you need to make it to you destination. It doesn't matter if your just going for a cruise or after that trophy fish this unit can get you there. **Note, the 1242XSV is also offered in a Touch Screen version.
Sonar:
The 1kw CHIRP sonar is a great tool for fishermen near and of
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The Lowrance HDS Gen3 Series is Lowrance's latest release for 2015 packed full of Lowrance's latest technology! Built-in Down Scan, Side Scan, CHIRP, Wifi and more. We can help you pick out the right system for your boat. In fact, Lowrance has recently instituted a new pricing structure, so these units will be offered at the same price no matter who you buy from. You might as well buy from the dealer that will advise you on how to properly outfit your boat for your needs, and the dealer that will pick up the phone after the sale to answer your questions once you start using the new system. BOE is that dealer, we have the deepest knowledge base of any marine electronics retailer. We'll be glad to help you!
If you ever find a lower price, whether it is a dealer rebate, or package deal or whatever, just let us know and we'll match it if able. And you'll still be able to get our World Class support.
This "Buyer's Guide" is intended to give a brief overview of the units
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If you are shopping for an autopilot you've no doubt run across Garmin's new Smartpump. You've also probably had some sticker shock from the price. Why does it cost so much and what does it do?
- Garmin Smartpump p/n 010-00705-60
- Garmin Reactor Pilot w/Smartpump p/n 010-00705-65
- Garmin Verado Adapter Kit p/n 010-11202-01
First, the Smartpump features a brushless motor design. This feature alone accounts for much of the improvement and Garmin is the only one to offer such a design. A brushless motor increases reliability, runs quieter, increases pump life, reduces power consumption and is more efficient. It also enables a host of performance features such as Garmin's Intelligent Rudder Rate Technology (IRRT). This will increase or
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Looking for the latest features on your electronics? Trying to fix a bug? We'll show you how to do a software update.Read more »
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Get the most out of your electronics setup by interfacing compatible devices with NMEA 0183. We'll tell you how.Read more »
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Basics - NMEA2000 (N2K) is a new protocol to exchange information between marine electronics components. Most people are intimidated by it as the various manufacturers have not done a good job at explaining how it all works. We'll try to do that here. I will start with this statement - N2K is unbelievably easy. If you start to overthink things and get confused please refer back to that statement.
A N2K network is basically a length of N2K cable with a N2K power source and a terminator on each end. That's it. Now that the network is established you can pull a terminator off the end, add a N2K "T" connector, pop the terminator back on the end of the "T" and run a device (such as a N2K GPS antenna) off the bottom of that T. All N2K T's work the same, most are labeled. Basically the T will carry the network across the horizontal part (as you view "T" in a senten
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