Happy New Gear

Radical technology, sophisticated function and an expanded range of choices headline the new electronics lineup for 2009.

December 29, 2008
By Glenn Law (More articles by this author)

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Garmin
Garmin's GHP 10 Marine Autopilot ($3,000) and GHC 10 Marine RF Autopilot Remote Control ($399.99) offer precise control and freedom to attend to fishing and rigging while your boat maintains the course you've chosen. As is the Garmin tradition, the emphasis here is on accuracy and ease of use. The autopilot incorporates patented "Shadow Drive" — a capability that automatically disengages the autopilot if the helm is turned, allowing manual override without disengaging the autopilot. Once a new course has been manually set, the autopilot automatically resumes control. The GHP 10 is equipped with an NMEA 2000 interface and is suitable for boats up to 70 feet, with outboard, inboard or stern drives and hydraulic steering. The GHC 10 Remote Control has a range of 45 feet and includes standard commands such as Standby/Engage, Man Overboard (MOB) and Turn Left/Right. Also included are programmable commands, such as navigation by GPS, and preprogrammed trolling patterns. The remote is waterproof, and it floats. www.garmin.com

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