Marine GPS systems have transformed aquatic navigation in an extraordinary way for small and large vessels alike in the last 2 decades. These systems nowadays come preloaded with astounding capabilities and have become incredibly efficient in disseminating the information to the user. Most newer models feature bright QVGA color displays and come preloaded with astounding amounts of U.S. mainland lakes data, worldwide satellite imagery and excellent sonar capabilities.
With ever easier-to-use interfaces and sleek new designs they pack more value for your navigation dollar with built-in sounders that can easily scan depths of 900 feet and clearly paint depth contours, fish targets and structures giving you a virtual map of the water below. Some also offers split-screen capability, so you can view maps and weather data all in one screen.
Most newer GPS systems also come preloaded with coast-to-coast cartography for inland U.S. waters, which include invaluable details such as depth, weather information, boat ramps, mile and hazards markers, local marinas, even campgrounds and area roads.
Not only have Marine GPS systems become a great tool for navigation, but they have also revolutionized other areas like fishing, marine sports safety and search and rescue. And with more and more capabilities being developed every day, it should not be long before Marine GPS Systems become the automated captains on boats of all shapes and sizes.
The prices for marine GPS systems has also declined at an incredible rate with several brands averaging in price between $300.00 and $600.00, although some top of the line systems can get up to $2000.00. Installation has also become much easier that in many cases the no paid professional service is needed.
Whether sailing in a lake or in open oceans, navigation could not be more exciting with all the capabilities of today's GPS systems at your fingertips.
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