Synopsis
The electronics systems of modern boats seem to many boat owners like a mysterious science that can only be untangled by high-priced marina mechanics. With this book, boat owners will acquire a clear and usable understanding of marine electronics, and they'll be able to maintain, repair, and add elements to their boats' electronics systems. Based on the types of questions Jones responds to in his technical columns in Practical Boat Owner and Yachting Monthly magazines, the author provides readers with the most useful information about marine electronics., An anthology of facts, theory and experience which aims to explain the fundamentals of modern marine electronics equipment in straightforward terms. Topics include VHF radio, weather information, radar, echo sounders, autopilots, chart plotters, GPS, marine computers and battery management.
