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ChartKit® Books with Companion CD
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ChartKits are full color reproductions of government and private charts. Individual 22" x 17" charts are spiral bound into easy-to-use regional compilations. Full size chart kits cover a complete region. Features include GPS datums, Lat/Lons, LORAN C grids, distances in nautical miles, aerial photos of harbors and anchorages in popular destinations. Note: The Region 10 ChartKit does not come with a Companion CD.
ChartKits Companion CDs are GPS-Ready: ChartKits (unless otherwise indicated) come with Companion CDs which include Offshore Navigator Lite GPS positioning software. Offshore Navigator Lites GPS features include:
Real-Time Positioning: Connect a USB GPS to your PC to see your position right on the chart. As you move the vessel icon moves.
Data Windows: Data Windows display key GPS data such as Lat/Lon, COG, and SOG. They also instantly calculate course information such as Cross-Track Error and Range and Bearing to the next waypoint.
Transfer Waypoints from PC to GPS: Transfer waypoints directly from your PC into popular GPS receivers. Say goodbye to the task of keying waypoints in one by one.
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Pros
- A must have (3)
- Clear, well printed (3)
- Up to date (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Cruising (3)
- Reference material (3)
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Pros
- A must have
- Clear, well printed
- Up to date
- Waterproof, durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Cruising
- Reference material
- Seagoing library
Comments about Maptech ChartKit Books with Companion CD:
Nice reference for you boating area. Waterproofing is very nice. Compatible with other navigation tools
Pros
- A must have
- Clear, well printed
- Perfect on laptop
- Up to date
Cons
- Zilch
Best Uses
- Backup to Electronics
- Buoy color reminders
- Cruising
- Reference material
- Seagoing library
Comments about ChartKit Books with Companion CD:
Mike at the help desk is great. I am not computer literate but he is!!! Patient, thorough and easy to follow.
Pros
- A must have
- Clear, well printed
- Up to date
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup to Electronics
- Cruising
- Reference material
Comments about ChartKit Books with Companion CD:
Moving chart to chart in scale takes pratice
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