From a marine perspective, drones have a lot of potential. Consequently, we are starting to see saltwater-proof drones that can land and take off from the sea (see Issue 154). They offer the opportunity to scout ahead and take aerial photos, and fishermen have the ability to see in detail where the big catches are […]
Raymarine Mavic Pro Drone
RDrones may have been initially seen as another big boy’s toy, but it didn’t take long for them to prove their worth in a variety of fields. From a marine perspective, drones have plenty of potential, hence we are just starting to see saltwater-proof drones that can land and take off from the sea (soon […]
Raymarine ClearCruise Augmented Reality
ClearCruiseAR (Augmented Reality) is an impressive addition to Raymarine’s range of Axiom displays. It literally takes out all that guesswork over distinguishing vessels and navigation marks, and working out which AIS call sign is which, especially on a wet misty day. Looking at a two-dimensional chartplotter filled with information is fine, but then you have […]
Raymarine’s latest VHF radios
Following the recent launch of their wireless VHF hub, Raymarine have now complemented this system with their ‘next-generation VHF DSC (Class D) radio range’, comprising the compact Ray53, the full-sized Ray63 and the multifunction Ray73 with AIS. Each new model is equipped with a built-in GPS receiver and connection point for an optional GPS/GNSS antenna, […]
Raymarine Launch ClearCruise AR
FLIR Systems, Inc. have announced the introduction of the Raymarine navigation technology ClearCruise AR (augmented reality), which brings enhanced on-water awareness to Raymarine’s family of Axiom multifunction displays. With ClearCruise AR, Raymarine Axiom users can make smarter decisions with physical navigation objects overlaid directly on Axiom’s high-definition (HD) video display. FLIR have also announced a new video […]
Raymarine Upgrade Now Available
The key features of Raymarine’s Axiom and Axiom Pro multifunction displays are their fast and fluid LightHouse 3 operating system, along with their powerful CHIRP DownVision, CHIRP SideVision, High CHIRP, RealVision 3D and 1kW CHIRP sonar capabilities. And now owners of Raymarine’s eS and gS Series multifunction displays can unlock these high-performance tools with a […]
Raymarine New Open-Array Radar & Garmin GC 100 Wireless Camera
Raymarine New Open-Array Radar Raymarine have just announced the launch of their two Magnum radar systems. These high-performance open-array radars feature ‘superior bird mode’ and ‘beam sharpening technology’. Magnum uses some of the radar technologies employed by the United States Coast Guard in their military-grade systems. In particular, it offers enhanced target tracking, tough reliable […]
Raymarine Launch New AIS Transceiver
Raymarine Launch New AIS Transceiver Raymarine have launched their new automatic identification system (AIS) transceiver featuring an integrated antenna splitter. The new Raymarine AIS700 Class B transceiver will enable boat owners to share the same antenna with their on-board VHF equipment, making installation much easier, tidier and less expensive. The AIS700 uses the latest networking technologies for faster updating, […]
Raymarine Introduce New AIS Transceiver
Raymarine have announced the launch of their new Automatic Identification System (AIS) transceiver, which features an integrated antenna splitter. The new Raymarine AIS700 Class B transceiver enables boat owners to share the same antenna with their on-board VHF equipment, making installation much easier, tidier and less expensive. The AIS700 uses the latest networking technologies for […]
Raymarine LightHouse 3.2 Update
For boaters and anglers using Raymarine Axiom units, the new LightHouse 3.2 operating software update provides numerous enhancements aimed at providing a more intuitive, seamless and fluid user experience. Installing the new update is simple via a wireless network or PC. For updating via a wireless network, users can connect their Axiom to their home […]
Raymarine Axiom
Being an easily installed plug-and-play set-up, and with such affordable hardware costs, these bits of kit will prove popular. The M100 and M200… are now offering a level of performance that five years ago would have cost three times the price. Raymarine Axiom Greg Copp examines the recently launched Axiom multifunction chart display system from […]
Raymarine – Quantum CHIRP Radar & Dragonfly 7 PRO
The dragonfly is bonded for all-weather performance and guaranteed never to fog up. It is claimed that the Dragonfly display offers superb clarity at 600 feet, even at speed, thanks to DownVision CHIRP technology. Quantum’s solid-state design and efficient electronics are a huge bonus, significantly reducing power consumption and extending battery life. Quantum Leap The […]
Augmented Reality App Now Available
Raymarine have announced an all-new version of their Wi-Fish mobile app for use with Dragonfly-PRO and Wi-Fish CHIRP Sonar systems. The app has been expanded and now includes Augmented Reality Viewing of saved waypoints and fishing hot spots. The app works with the GPS, compass and camera in a smartphone or tablet to show precisely […]
Bargain Units
When looking for new electronics it is not always the most modern units that are required. When thinking about what you need from your chartplotter, a new out-of-the-box but ‘end of line’ unit can sometimes offer everything you need for your set-up. David Hoskin visits the electronic bargain basement to see what treasures he can […]
