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Coastal Explorer Software
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Coastal Explorer Software
 | Coastal Explorerâ„¢ is a sophisticated and full-featured, yet very easy to use
navigation software package designed specifically for the pleasure boater.
With support for more charts and chart formats than any other recreational navigation system, route planning features with multi-level undo capability, integrated gazetteer and guide books, virtual instrument display, and obstacle alerts, Coastal Explorer will help you make your next cruise safer and more enjoyable. Superior Charting
Coastal Explorer let you choose the types of charts you want to use. You can even quilt several types of charts together!
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| Vector Charts |  | |
| Coastal Explorer uses S-57 ENC vector charts which are the
only official vector charts produced by NOAA and the hydrographic offices in
most of the rest of the world. Charts for most US waters are available free
of charge from the NOAA and US Army Corps of Engineers websites and Coastal
Explorer makes it very easy to download and install these charts. All of the
NOAA and USACE charts are included on DVD-ROM with Coastal Explorer.
Outside the US, charts are not free, but they are available for nearly the entire world from a variety of sources in the S-57/S-63 format. | ||
| Raster Charts |  | |
| If you prefer to use the older "raster" charts, or vector charts are not yet available for some of your favorite cruising spots, Coastal Explorer will also let you use raster charts in most popular formats, including BSB4. | ||
| Photo Charts |  | |
| Photo charts are not intended for navigation, but can be a very handy to supplement your charts. Coastal Explorer supports photo charts from Maptech, SoftChart International, and even GeoTIFF format images you can download from the Internet. | ||
| Topographic Maps |  |
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| Topographic maps are not suitable for navigation either, but are very handy for hiking around that island you just anchored near! Coastal Explorer can use the topographic maps that are included in many of Maptech's ChartKits as well as the original USGS DRG files which are found in the GeoTIFF format. | ||
| Electronic Chart Manufacturers | ||
| Coastal Explorer can use charts and maps from these agencies and manufacturers: | ||
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Superior Planning
- Multi-level Undo and Redo
- Powerful Searching
- ETA Calculator
- Integrated Gazetteer, Coast Pilot®, Sailing Directions, and other Guide Books
- Route Obstacle Checking
- Integrated Weather Forecasts
- Tide Level and Tidal Current Predictions
- Import Routes Created with Other Programs
Superior Navigation
- Compatible with most GPS Receivers and Auto Pilots
- Customizable Full-Screen Cruising Mode
- Virtual Instrument Displays
- Voice Alerts
- Charted Obstacle Detection
- AIS and MARPA Target Display
- Day, Twilight, and Night Modes
What's New in Coastal Explorer 2009
World Wide Vector Chart Coverage
Coastal Explorer 2009 has support for world-wide vector charts in the S-63 format. This includes official charts from hydrographic agencies around the world as well as the Navionics® S-57/S-63 charts available from www.ChartWorld.com.
The Coastal Explorer Network
The Coastal Explorer Network is a new on-line service that provides users with their own space on the Internet that includes:
- An automatic US chart update service
- A "Blog Book" for sharing their experiences with friends, family, and other Coastal Explorer Network users
- A Community Cruising Guide and Vessel Registry which are tightly integrated with the Coastal Explorer software
Enhanced Cruise Mode
Coastal Explorer 2009 includes a completely redesigned "cruise mode" that provides quick access to many more functions and the ability to easily create new screen layouts. These customized arrangements of different types of views (such as charts, radar, and video) can be used to provide exactly the information you want, in the format you want, for various tasks such as cruising, entering a harbor, fishing, docking, or anchoring.
Radar and Video Support for Improved Situational Awareness
Rose Point offers a variety of radar sensors that work with Coastal Explorer 2009 to provide radar images overlaid on the chart as well as in a side-by-side radar and chart display.
Coastal Explorer 2009 can display video from any Windows® compatible video camera, including network cameras. Now you can monitor your engine room, swim platform, or aft view on the same display you use for your charts.
System Requirements
- A PC with Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or later operating system
- 500 MB or more available hard-disk space (requirements depend on installation options)
- CD-ROM drive for program installation
- DVD-ROM drive for chart installation
- Super VGA (800x600) or higher resolution monitor. 1024x768 or higher is recommended
- A GPS with appropriate PC interface required for some features
- Internet access required for some features
Coastal Explorer Software
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