GPS to be replaced by new Navigation System - Page 2

Hatterized · 08-24-2009, 10:52 AM

ahhhh but with age....subject to sag and lag....the updates could get expensive.....

Henrique38 · 08-24-2009, 10:53 AM

That system doen not last long and is prone to unpredictable behavior as it ages. It also becomes less accurate because the "points" tend to drift apart. Replacement models are expensive.

clt_capt · 08-24-2009, 10:54 AM

Recalibration via silicone or saline can get quite expensive...

Robja · 08-24-2009, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by captnemo

I beg to differ, this system will require frequent maintenance and upgrading, with out it the Two Points will grow apart.

Nemo is right. without upgrades the to points will end up under the arms thus reducing navigation capabilities.

fishduck · 08-24-2009, 11:33 AM

Mounting this unit looks like a lot more fun then my old unit.

Fishduck

seapower · 08-24-2009, 11:35 AM

We're supposed to be Mariner's right??? The movement of the know point's over time is known as "Deviation", let's get it straight! At least sound professional there Sailor!!! Frank

FAT CAT MX · 08-24-2009, 11:38 AM

I think I'd bet lost a lot, but wouldn't really care. Looks like there may be a fish finder included too (or at least something is fishie about it).

34 silverton · 08-24-2009, 12:21 PM

when they need calibrating just trade them in for a younger model

Squidnation · 08-24-2009, 12:38 PM

tust me its alot cheaper to rent that unit

marlin magnet · 08-24-2009, 01:03 PM

often these units have a break down every month for several days, and just when those break downs are finished with, the money has run out.

08-24-2009, 11:35 AM	#16
seapower I think Admin is going to let me have this space Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Bath,NC Posts: 1,454 Credits: 4,837.2 Boat: 25' DownEaster Home Port: Bath, NC Best Catch: My wife Occupation: marine diesel service owner	OK Proper Terminology, We're supposed to be Mariner's right??? The movement of the know point's over time is known as "Deviation", let's get it straight! At least sound professional there Sailor!!! Frank

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08-24-2009, 10:53 AM	#12
Henrique38 Yep, your gonna need stitches Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 86 Credits: 1,682.4	That system doen not last long and is prone to unpredictable behavior as it ages. It also becomes less accurate because the "points" tend to drift apart. Replacement models are expensive.

08-24-2009, 10:54 AM	#13
clt_capt If Ignorance is bliss, Why aren't more people happy? Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Raleigh, MHC Posts: 5,954 Credits: 8,650.8 Boat: Luhrs 36 Home Port: MHC Occupation: Supporting my Tackle habit	Recalibration via silicone or saline can get quite expensive...

08-24-2009, 11:33 AM	#15
fishduck Hide- My Wifes Logged On Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pasadena, MD Posts: 149 Credits: 1,924.7 Boat: 26' Sea Hunt CC	Mounting this unit looks like a lot more fun then my old unit. Fishduck

08-24-2009, 11:38 AM	#17
FAT CAT MX I practice safe fishing Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: East Cape - Baja Mexico Posts: 73 Credits: 504.0 Boat: 22' Glacier Bay Cat Home Port: Los Barriles, BCS, MX Best Catch: my wife Occupation: NOT ME!!!	I think I'd bet lost a lot, but wouldn't really care. Looks like there may be a fish finder included too (or at least something is fishie about it).

08-24-2009, 12:21 PM	#18
34 silverton Just bought a 65' hat! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: delco pa.newtown sq. Posts: 79 Credits: 404.5 Boat: 34luhrs Home Port: cape may Occupation: mechanic	when they need calibrating just trade them in for a younger model

08-24-2009, 01:03 PM	#20
marlin magnet Anthony's Ark is a blowboater Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 273 Credits: 2,016.5 Boat: 45' Hatterbay Home Port: Ocean City NJ Best Catch: Mrs. Accounts payable	often these units have a break down every month for several days, and just when those break downs are finished with, the money has run out.