[Rhodes22-list] Sailing electronics.

[KUHN, LELAND]

Rummy,
 
I agree with you regarding GPSs and satellite signals, but just as an FYI, my GPS leans next to the bulkhead on the galley top and always picks up enough signals if the poptop is up.  It doesn't work if the poptop is down.
 
Lee

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From: R22RumRunner at aol.com [mailto:R22RumRunner at aol.com]
Sent: Mon 11/3/2008 1:03 PM
To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Sailing electronics.




People,
Not only are we way over thinking this, but you are forgetting some very 
basic details. First, a GPS receives signals from space, usually a minimum of at 
least four satellites at the same time. It has to have a clear view of the
sky,  not impeded by the pop top or other obstacles.
A fish finder will also work as a depth sounder. Mounting the puck requires 
a place where there is little disturbed water for clarity.....meaning an 
accurate reading for depth, contour and fish. Some also give you water 
temperature. Placing the puck in the lazzerette is handy, but you will get  disturbed
water. The further forward you mount it, either thru hull or epoxying  it to the
glass, the better the readings will be. That being said, you must be  careful
not to place it where the glass is to thick or you will get false  readings.
Attached is a drawing showing an easy method to mount the puck without 
glassing it in.
Lap top computer circuitry does not like salt or humid air. It especially 
does not like a dunking. My personal experience with computers on boats has not 
been good.

Rummy

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