GPS: Forget about 18th Century Navigation
There's no excuse getting lost these days - GPS technology has permeated the entire boating industry.
Whether in the handheld variety, or as part of a multifunction nav station, GPS is the most reliable method of navigation aside from the stars. And in a way, you're still using the stars; a sort of man-made constellation of coordinated satellites that enables a highly accurate calculation of your position on Earth. Increasingly affordable and accurate, GPS is the only surefire way to keep track of where you are and where you're going. Batteries not included.
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Navionics Introduces Platinum Charts
Platinum provides large coverage areas, 3D bathymetric views, satellite photography, panoramic port photographs, U.S. Coastal piloting text guides, a wreck database, coastal roads and enhanced port services information.
Platinum electronic cartography provides up to 16 times more information than competitors’ technology, and is the first multi-dimensional charting and navigation product available for embedded marine chartplotters. Based on the Navionics Gold charting platform, Platinum incorporates geo-referenced charting, cruising guides and photographic images that can be blended on a single screen.
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Raymarine Launches New E-Series Navigation Displays
 Raymarine, the world leader in marine electronics, today announced the unveiling of its all-new E-Series High Performance Multifunction Navigation Displays, the most powerful multifunction displays in the Raymarine line of products.
The E-Series combines high-speed networking and video integration with the company’s leading chartplotter, radar and digital fishfinder technologies. Available in two display sizes – the 8.4” E80 and the 12.1” E-120 – each is equipped with an ultra bright sunlight viewable TFT LCD display for maximum visibility in all lighting conditions, including tropical sun.
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Navionics Platinum Wins Coveted NMMA, BWI Innovation Award For Electronics
 Navionics, the leader in electronic charting and navigation data, announced today that Platinum, its flagship cartography, took the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Award for the 2005 Electronics Category.
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Radarific
This is a basic primer on marine radar. It covers the benefits and limitations of radar as well as its operating principles. Performance factors and equipment are also discussed.
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Raymarine and “Sirius” Get Serious About Real-time Weather Updates
On-demand access to detailed weather forecast information from SIRIUS Satellite Radio via Raymarine's E-Series high performance multifunction navigation displays. Multifunction E-Series Displays provide on-demand access to detailed weather forecast information.
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Satcom: If You Find Yourself in the Middle of the Ocean and Need to Talk
Satellite phones give you the capability of making a call from anywhere in the world. No need to worry about cell phone coverage when you know there's always a satellite roaming somewhere overhead to connect you instantly to a domestic network. While still out of the price range of many casual boaters, satellite phone technology is an invaluable piece of equipment for those who plan on being beyond the realm of standard communication for an extended period of time. And with the rapid advancement of telecommunication technology, it's likely that satellite communication will become a viable solution for any boater with a penchant for cruising.
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Uniden Adds Some Color to VHF Radio
 Uniden's advanced marine engineering has produced a radio that hears what it's supposed to and filters out all the rest. Class D commercial rated,these smart,rugged designs offer innovations you won't find on any other radio.
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Satellite Radio - An Emerging Technology
Satellite radio is for those of us who don't want our radio broadcasts cut short because we've gone beyond the 50 or so mile range of our local station. It offers the option of hundreds of programming options across virtually every continent, and their respective coastal areas. For boaters this means unlimited radio access for several miles out to sea in most regions of the world. Beamed down from networks of orbiting satellites, this relatively new and expanding medium is transmitted through receivers that can be swapped between your car and your boat.
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VHF Radios:
Electronic Lifeline to Safety
Marine VHF radios are essential for any boater. This article provides a basic understanding of how VHF radios work and what equipment is available. A must read for those looking for a new radio. No longer the walkie talkies they used to be!
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