have been using my iPads and navionics as a standalone chartplotter with a garmin glo Bluetooth GPS antenna. Boat is 100% nmea2000/(SeatalkNG, mostly 2015/16 raymarine stuff, icom n2k vhf/AIS. Next step is to integrate a chartplotter, and retain the redundancy of the iPad GPS.
I Have evaluated dedicated chartplotter/mfd options and have decided instead to integrate the iPads. To do this I have ordered a vYacht n2k router, and will switch to iNavx. (This router also has usb, lan and wan Ethernet ports, and sea talk and NMEA 0183 ports.) I don't think this setup will give me a remote for the Ray ev100 autopilot anytime soon, however development of tools, apps and hacks is accelerating. - it's an interesting space, and the tablet approach is certainly upgrade-friendly. I really like being able to run my favourite apps on my chartplotter, and will have three separate GPS antennae available on the network. (iPad, Bluetooth, n2k.). Anyway, it all seems rosy. Anyone else running this sort of setup, and any comments on apps, pitfalls, etc? Thanks, Dave, weak geek, Windstar 33-2 Sent from my iPad _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
