GPS for Mariners summarizes
essential global positioning system concepts, explains the buttons, screens,
and menus of your GPS receiver, and answers all your questions. Filled with
helpful illustrations and hands-on examples, this complete and practical guide
shows you how to:
- Become an informed GPS buyer and user
- Connect GPS to your computer, autopilot, and radar
- Navigate with GPS using waypoints and routes
- Use an electronic chartplotter or navigation software to plan
and monitor your course
- Utilize the many functions in your GPS to safely and
enjoyably reach your destination whether under sail or power
- Enhance your receiver’s performance with WAAS, DGPS, and
proper antenna placement
- Master advanced techniques
"A must-buy for both experienced and novice boaters who
want to get the most from their GPS navigation systems." – Kenneth J.
Cirillo, vice president, C-Map/USA
"Great book! GPS for Mariners shows boaters how
to use GPS with charts and even how to use digital charts for planning and
navigating with your GPS." – Edward D. Markham, president, Maptech
Inc.
"A must-read for anyone planning to navigate with GPS."
– Robert P. David, past president, National Boating Federation, former
national education officer, U.S. Power Squadrons |
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