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- With Signal VHF 400 and 220, Garmin is launching compact VHF radios with integrated AIS function and common VHF antenna without splitter.
- VHF 400 has AIS class B transponder (SOTDMA) with transmit/receive function, VHF 220 only has AIS reception, both with SDR architecture.
- Functions: adaptive noise cancellation, wireless handheld microphone, radio recording, NMEA 2000/network connection, WLAN and optional RM-100 remote station.

Electronics: Garmin Signal VHF 400/220 - VHF radios with AIS that do not need a splitter

- e-Series Dual Circuit Plus switches two battery banks together, separates them or combines them for emergency start, make-before-break protects electronics.
- Three positions: Off (separate), On (both on but isolated), Combine (parallel), spark-proof and suitable for surface or panel mounting.
- Continuous load capacity 350 A per circuit, 700 A for 30 s starting current, price € 77 individually, € 231 in starter kit with BS7610 charging relay.

Electrical system: Main battery switch for two battery banks with emergency start function

- Mastervolt is expanding the Mac Plus range with waterproof 48-volt B2B chargers with IP67 and bidirectional charging technology for two battery banks.  
- Robust, fanless aluminium housing, 3-step+ charging algorithm, temperature compensation and support for all common battery types.  
- Integration in CZone, NMEA 2000 and MasterBus; four 48V models from around 900 euros, suitable for exposed installations such as boats and trailers.

Electrics: Mastervolt Mac Plus, waterproof 48-volt B2B charger with bidirectional charging technology

- Lumagsolar sprayhood lamp from Fender-Design: 5 LEDs, 30-130 lumens warm white, solar or USB charging, 3,000 mAh battery, IP44, 69.90 euros.  
- Lamp and 17.5 x 17.5 cm solar panel are held magnetically by the sprayhood, tool-free installation, remote control.  
- Alternative magnetic LED for 29.90 euros: cool white light, battery operation, small magnetic attachment, also remote-controlled.

Sprayhood lamp: More comfort in the cockpit

- Marine multisport smartwatch with integrated inReach satellite and LTE technology, SOS emergency call and connection up to 80 km offshore
- Boat mode activates connected marine apps, enables control of autopilot, electric motor, entertainment and lighting systems from the wrist
- 47 mm watch with AMOLED display, titanium bezel, up to 15 days of battery life, extensive health and fitness tracking and smartwatch functions

Garmin Smartwatch: The quatix 8 Pro - SOS on your wrist

- Lithium SuperPack NG replaces lead-acid batteries without major conversions, with integrated BMS, on/off switch and higher energy density.
- Self-heating enables charging at sub-zero temperatures, IP65 housing and safety valve allow use in harsh, enclosed environments.
- Up to 2C discharge current, 15-year design life, five LiFePO4 models from 12.8 to 51.2 V, monitoring and control via VictronConnect app.

Victron SuperPack NG: Intelligent lithium battery with high power output

- Mobile apps enable the display and remote control of on-board instruments on smartphones and tablets via WLAN gateway or special hardware.  
- There are specialised solutions for NMEA-0183/2000, regatta sailors, cruising sailors and anglers, as well as branded apps from Garmin, Raymarine, B&G and Lowrance.  
- Price and licence models range from free basic versions and one-off payments to expensive annual subscriptions with sometimes criticised connection and synchronisation problems.

On-board instruments on the tablet: 11 apps for monitoring ship data

- Ctek NXT 15 charges various 12 V battery types fully automatically, adjusts the voltage and charging curve and offers supply mode for the vehicle electrical system.
- According to the manufacturer, the 15 A charger is suitable for battery banks up to 350 Ah, with 150-200 Ah for complete overnight recharging in practice.
- The RB 4000 delivers up to 1,300 A starting current, up to 45 starts, functions as a 30 W USB power bank, is IP65-certified and costs around 400 euros.

Electrics: Ctek NXT 15 and RB4000, intelligent charger for all battery types and emergency start booster

- Axiom 2 offers a six-core processor, faster map rendering, gigabit network, HydroTough display and LightHouse Charts GEN 2.
- Two models: Basic without sonar and RV version with 600 W CHIRP sonar incl. DownVision, SideVision and RealVision 3D for detailed subsurface visualisation.  
- Three display sizes (7/9/12 inch), available to order now, prices from 1,184 euros, three-year warranty, integration of engines, radar, autopilot and apps.

Raymarine Axiom 2: Faster plotter with new nautical charts

- Navimetrix offers cross-platform, professional weather routing with isochrones, interactive routing, AI briefings and strong AIS integration.  
- Sea charts come separately via GeoGarage as raster charts with regional subscriptions, without seamless country transitions and with sometimes cumbersome handling.  
- Premium costs €79.99/year plus GeoGarage from €25/region and is aimed at regatta and ambitious cruising sailors as a cheaper professional alternative.

Navigation: Navimetrix - weather routing app with AI support and a huge range of functions

- BlueCool-VX is a speed-controlled chiller system with precise load management and high efficiency for yachts to superyachts.  
- Titanium heat exchangers and three ECO modes ensure durability, finely adjustable performance and low energy consumption during harbour and sea stays.  
- Modular combination of up to six units (36-120 BTU/h); example Lagoon Eighty 2 with pre-installed plug-and-play modules to reduce installation work.

Air conditioning: Modular cooling technology with high efficiency

- RCU-1 is a wireless autopilot remote control with colour display, 30 m range and NMEA 2000/SeaTalkng connection for Evolution systems
- Solo Sailor Mode automatically stops the boat in the wind when man-overboard if the connection to the carried remote control is lost
- Point-to-steer allows course selection by pointing gesture, AA batteries provide up to 30 days runtime; starter kit approx. 650 €, additional devices approx. 360 €

Electronics: RCU-1 - wireless autopilot remote control from Raymarine

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Yacht electronics: Current tests & recommendations

Electronics
Garmin Signal VHF 400/220 - VHF radios with AIS that do not need a splitter

Electrical system
Main battery switch for two battery banks with emergency start function

Electrics
Mastervolt Mac Plus, waterproof 48-volt B2B charger with bidirectional charging technology

Sprayhood lamp
More comfort in the cockpit

Garmin Smartwatch
The quatix 8 Pro - SOS on your wrist

Victron SuperPack NG
Intelligent lithium battery with high power output

On-board instruments on the tablet
11 apps for monitoring ship data

Electrics
Ctek NXT 15 and RB4000, intelligent charger for all battery types and emergency start booster

Raymarine Axiom 2
Faster plotter with new nautical charts

Navigation
Navimetrix - weather routing app with AI support and a huge range of functions

Air conditioning
Modular cooling technology with high efficiency

Electronics
RCU-1 - wireless autopilot remote control from Raymarine

Yacht electronics: Current tests & recommendations

ElectronicsGarmin Signal VHF 400/220 - VHF radios with AIS that do not need a splitter

Electrical systemMain battery switch for two battery banks with emergency start function

ElectricsMastervolt Mac Plus, waterproof 48-volt B2B charger with bidirectional charging technology

Sprayhood lampMore comfort in the cockpit

Garmin SmartwatchThe quatix 8 Pro - SOS on your wrist

Victron SuperPack NGIntelligent lithium battery with high power output

On-board instruments on the tablet11 apps for monitoring ship data

ElectricsCtek NXT 15 and RB4000, intelligent charger for all battery types and emergency start booster

Raymarine Axiom 2Faster plotter with new nautical charts

NavigationNavimetrix - weather routing app with AI support and a huge range of functions

Air conditioningModular cooling technology with high efficiency

ElectronicsRCU-1 - wireless autopilot remote control from Raymarine

Electronics
Garmin Signal VHF 400/220 - VHF radios with AIS that do not need a splitter

Electrical system
Main battery switch for two battery banks with emergency start function

Electrics
Mastervolt Mac Plus, waterproof 48-volt B2B charger with bidirectional charging technology

Sprayhood lamp
More comfort in the cockpit

Garmin Smartwatch
The quatix 8 Pro - SOS on your wrist

Victron SuperPack NG
Intelligent lithium battery with high power output

On-board instruments on the tablet
11 apps for monitoring ship data

Electrics
Ctek NXT 15 and RB4000, intelligent charger for all battery types and emergency start booster

Raymarine Axiom 2
Faster plotter with new nautical charts

Navigation
Navimetrix - weather routing app with AI support and a huge range of functions

Air conditioning
Modular cooling technology with high efficiency

Electronics
RCU-1 - wireless autopilot remote control from Raymarine