Essential Boat Radar

Author : Bill Johnson
Publisher : Fernhurst Books Limited
ISBN 13 : 1912177390
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Essential Boat Radar written by Bill Johnson and published by Fernhurst Books Limited. This book was released on 2009-04-09 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bill Johnson clearly explains what radar is, outlining what it does and doesn't do. He describes how to make simple adjustments to get a decent picture, and explores how to use the basic radar. This is followed by greater information on the various confusions and anomalies that the picture can present, progressing to the more complex functionality of a modern digital (raster) set. Finally you learn the key elements to consider when choosing and installing a radar system for your boat.

Author : Kevin Falvey
Publisher : Weldon Owen International
ISBN 13 : 1681881632
Total Pages : 708 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Total Boating Manual written by Kevin Falvey and published by Weldon Owen International. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The comprehensive powerboating guide from the experts at Boating magazine, with essential info on the latest boats and gear—plus expert tips and more. Boating magazine is the destination for powerboat information, whether your goal is competitive deep sea fishing or soaking up rays on the lake. The Total Boating Manual draws on the knowledge and expertise of our writing staff to provide unbiased and well-researched reviews and tips on boating gear, open-water techniques, repair and maintenance, and more. Find the perfect boat New or used, speedboat to bass rig, you’ll learn how to find the perfect boat for you and get the most bang for your buck. You’ll also find insider tips on buying a used boat, how to tell if a fixer-upper is worth it, and upgrading your existing boat to the craft of your dreams. Get the gear From essential electronics to basic aftermarket equipment, to trailers and accessories, we’ve got you covered. Do you really need a fish-finder? How do tow chains work? What’s the best GPS for open water? It’s all here. Water Safety From everyday excursions to deep-sea sport fishing, safety is essential. Find all the safety tips and techniques you need to face any emergency on the water. Insider Hints Learn the best practices in piloting a boat, essentials of seamanship, all the knots you’ll ever need, how to back up a trailer in a dangerously tight spot, and much more. DIY Tricks From DIY repairs to time (and money) saving tips - get all the insider info straight from the experts.

Author : Christopher Lavers
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472922204
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Reeds Introductions: Essential Sensing and Telecommunications for Marine Engineering Applications written by Christopher Lavers and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-03-09 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reeds Introductions: Essential Sensing and Telecommunications for Maritime Applications covers all fundamental and essential theoretical maritime physics principles which underpin modern marine sensors and telecommunications devices as needed by marine users such as: Navy, Coastguard, Merchant Shipping and users of pleasure craft. For safety at sea, it is vital that maritime users have at least a basic understanding of the key concepts upon which many essential modern sea-going sensors and communications devices now operate. Knowledge regarding electromagnetic waves and electromagnetic devices is an established merchant navy sea service requirement, particularly for the Standards in Training and Certification in Watchkeeping (STCW95) qualification in various Maritime Coastguard Agency exams, but it is also a practical matter for the amateur as well. This vital introductory book is written as simply as possible to educate an increasing number of maritime users who wish to become familiar and competent with the latest technologies as well as a growing number of overseas students for whom English is not their first language. This volume provides a comprehensive study of maritime sensors and telecommunications principles and provides a firm foundation prior to reading and studying textbooks in the Reeds Marine Engineering series. Students having read this easy-to-read volume will be better prepared for the more in depth study of that series.

Author : Bill Brogdon
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 9780071372268
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Boat Navigation for the Rest of Us: Finding Your Way By Eye and Electronics written by Bill Brogdon and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2001-02-20 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical guide to navigating in small boats. Also covers important developments in electronic navigation such as GPS.

Author : Oliver Ballam
Publisher : Fernhurst Books Limited
ISBN 13 : 1912621258
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Essential Boat Electrics written by Oliver Ballam and published by Fernhurst Books Limited. This book was released on 2021-11-05 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electricity is vital on board most boats: to keep their systems running and to provide the crew with the services they expect. Much of it will be professionally fitted and many yachtsmen will have little knowledge about the finer detail of electric circuits. But, given the importance of electrical power, some understanding of it is likely to be useful: either to use when required away from the marina or to repair and upgrade your systems. This book is written to provide that understanding and to allow you to undertake electrical jobs on board yourself, properly and safely. It removes the mystique of boat electrics and gives you the confidence to tackle the jobs when you need to. Included are the minimum formulae and theory required, focussing more on the practical – using simple language and clear illustrations. There are tutorials, from using a multimeter and wiring a circuit, to troubleshooting electrical faults, all using easy-to-follow photo sequences. The book also looks at tasks such as choosing solar panels and batteries and connecting navigational instruments. The book is a great manual for a yachtsman needing to keep the power flowing. It has been thoroughly modernised and updated for this new edition by boating electric wizard Oliver Ballam.

Author : Roger H. Siminoff
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 9780071343299
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Boating 101: Essential Lessons for Boaters written by Roger H. Siminoff and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 1999-04-18 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No boater should leave the dock without reading this unique guide to the basics of boating. Roger Siminoff's decades of experience are boiled down into valuable, even life-saving advice on safety aboard...navigation...anchoring...dinghies...maintenance... sailing at night...and heavy weather.

Author : Paul Boissier
Publisher : Fernhurst Books Limited
ISBN 13 : 1912177986
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Learn the Nautical Rules of the Road written by Paul Boissier and published by Fernhurst Books Limited. This book was released on 2018-07-03 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Collisions are expensive! Learning, understanding and remembering the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) is essential for anyone venturing onto the water. Leisure boaters, as much as professional mariners, need to know the rules, and a firm understanding is required to pass many nautical exams. But with the COLREGs stretching to over 12,000 words, this is no small task. This is where Paul Boissier's excellent book comes in. Paul knows the COLREGs backwards having used them extensively in his career with the Royal Navy – from the bridges of submarines and warships which he has commanded, with each giving a rather different perspective on other shipping! He also knows the other side well with his extensive cruising experience, from his early years with his father to now, sailing his own yacht. These experiences mean that he knows and understands the COLREGs from both sides and this gives him the ability to take you through the COLREGs from a mariners' and sailors' perspective. He brings the vital, but dry, document to life, going through it not in order, but by topics which are relevant to the mariner and sailor. Paul explains the intention of each rule and how it should be applied when at sea. He includes personal anecdotes (not all favourable to him!) which make everything real and tells us how he remembers different aspects of the Regulations through mnemonics and other devices. Finally, each chapter ends with a self-test to reinforce what has been learnt – other tests are also available online on the Fernhurst Books' website. This new edition has been updated with the 2016 changes to the CLOREGS. Whether you want to increase your confidence, pass an exam, require an on-board reference, or wish to improve your understanding of the nautical rules of the road, this is the ideal book for you.

Author : Mark Nicholas
Publisher : Paradise Cay Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780939837663
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Essentials of Living Aboard a Boat written by Mark Nicholas and published by Paradise Cay Publications. This book was released on 2013-02 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essentials of Living Aboard a Boat speaks to dreamers and explorers alike, presenting information about this wonderful and rewarding lifestyle. Mark Nicholas has combined his experience of life aboard with the advice of other liveaboards, marina owners, technicians, boat manufacturers, and advocates in order to detail the challenges and offer real advice for success. This lifestyle, typically thought to be out of reach or for other people, is now available to all who dream. Essentials explains, among other things, how to: Figure out your needs Choose the right boat Buy your boat Choose the right marina Forecast your costs Prepare for the lifestyle Accommodate partners, children and pets Outfit your boat Plan for all climates Address safety and sanitation issues And more!

Author : Chapman
Publisher : Hearst Home & Hearst Home Kids
ISBN 13 : 1950785491
Total Pages : 922 pages
Book Rating : 4.90/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chapman Piloting & Seamanship 69th Edition written by Chapman and published by Hearst Home & Hearst Home Kids. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 922 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chapman is the foundation reference for all boaters and sailors with essential information on boat handing and seamanship skills on coast and inland waters. With three million copies sold, Chapman Piloting & Seamanship is the one comprehensive resource boaters at all levels of experience trust for everything they need to know to set out on the water. It addresses the best traditions of seamanship with cutting-edge practices, gear, and technology. Along with 1500 color photos, charts and drawings, this edition includes: Navigating by day or night in any weather Trailerboating Getting underway or returning to a marina or mooring under power or sail Anchoring and weighing anchor Operating a gas or diesel engine—inboard, outboard, or sterndrive Using radar and communicating by radio Sharing the water with other boats Handling lines and making them fast Reading the weather and keeping your crew safe with the latest advice on safety equipment The 4,200-entry index makes it easy to quickly access any topic, and the glossary and source information directs the reader to vital information on weather, tides, and aids to navigation. Used and recommended by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, the U.S. Power Squadrons, and other boating educators, Chapman is today—and has been for more than a century—the boating book of record.

Author : Thomas McEwen
Publisher : Anchor Cove Publishing, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 0977405206
Total Pages : 802 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Boater's Pocket Reference written by Thomas McEwen and published by Anchor Cove Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 800 pages, 435 illustrations, 94 photographs, index. Handy, fact-filled new boating guide offers, how-to-do-it information and reference facts, figures, formulas, graphs, and tables about boating in a book small enough (about 3 x 5 x 1) to fit in your pocket. This book is for everyone who wants to enjoy being a better, safer, and more responsible boater. If you are new to boating this book is filled with information you need to know. If you are an experienced boater this book can act as a great reference and memory jogger.