Garmin 740s Review
The Garmin GPSMAP 740S integrates all of Garmin's prime from the line features into a single waterproof, rugged navigation system. This stand alone system has a 7" touchscreen display, internal high-sensitivity antenna, preloaded with US Bluechart coastal maps and is compatible with Garmin Radar and Climate receiver.
Built-in Sounder
The 740S comes with a built-in 1kw Fishfinder for a lot more accurate readings and greater bottom tracking in waters as much as 2000'. The digital filtering system will clean out undesirable echoes and in turn provide the user with more correct readings.
Charting
The Garmin GPSMAP 740S is preloaded with Garmin's extremely detailed Bluechart data for US Coastal waters, which includes Alaska and Hawaii too as Explorer charts for the Bahamas. The 740's chart detail consists of depth contours, spot soundings, navaids and buoys. If that is not enough it is possible to add a Garmin G2 Vision card for expanded views and functionality. G2 Vision SD cards give MarinerEye view and FishEye view to get a 3-d map perspective above and beneath the waterline. Also included with all the purchase of an optional Vision chart are high-resolution satellite pictures, aerial photographs and auto guidance technology.
Radar and Climate Interface
It truly is clear that Garmin designed the 740 S to become as simple to utilize as you possibly can. The user interface is quick and easy with its 7" touch screen display and also the screen's brightness might be adjusted for different lighting circumstances. In case you haven't heard sufficient, don't worry there is certainly nonetheless a lot more. The 740S can also be compatible with Garmin's GMR series radars and has a devoted radar port for simple installation. The Garmin GMR radars offer accurate targeting which would then be viewable either in split screen, full screen or overlaid on the chartplotter in 2D or 3D modes. Lastly to total the method it is possible to add real-time weather and audio with all the acquire of Garmin GXM51 Weather and Audio receiver.
With particular optional accessories installed you'd also see a Radar and Weather page. Every single major page has much more menu products, once more all according to the gear installed, to select and execute connected alternatives. For instance, pressing the Where To field brings you to its menu page exactly where you are going to discover alternatives to view the waypoint list, route list, tracks, or offshore services. It is possible to also search by name or stop navigation from this menu.
General I found the Garmin 740s extremely easy to operate and use. Seldom was it necessary to reference the owner's manual for guidance.
Built-in Sounder
The 740S comes with a built-in 1kw Fishfinder for a lot more accurate readings and greater bottom tracking in waters as much as 2000'. The digital filtering system will clean out undesirable echoes and in turn provide the user with more correct readings.
Charting
The Garmin GPSMAP 740S is preloaded with Garmin's extremely detailed Bluechart data for US Coastal waters, which includes Alaska and Hawaii too as Explorer charts for the Bahamas. The 740's chart detail consists of depth contours, spot soundings, navaids and buoys. If that is not enough it is possible to add a Garmin G2 Vision card for expanded views and functionality. G2 Vision SD cards give MarinerEye view and FishEye view to get a 3-d map perspective above and beneath the waterline. Also included with all the purchase of an optional Vision chart are high-resolution satellite pictures, aerial photographs and auto guidance technology.
Radar and Climate Interface
It truly is clear that Garmin designed the 740 S to become as simple to utilize as you possibly can. The user interface is quick and easy with its 7" touch screen display and also the screen's brightness might be adjusted for different lighting circumstances. In case you haven't heard sufficient, don't worry there is certainly nonetheless a lot more. The 740S can also be compatible with Garmin's GMR series radars and has a devoted radar port for simple installation. The Garmin GMR radars offer accurate targeting which would then be viewable either in split screen, full screen or overlaid on the chartplotter in 2D or 3D modes. Lastly to total the method it is possible to add real-time weather and audio with all the acquire of Garmin GXM51 Weather and Audio receiver.
With particular optional accessories installed you'd also see a Radar and Weather page. Every single major page has much more menu products, once more all according to the gear installed, to select and execute connected alternatives. For instance, pressing the Where To field brings you to its menu page exactly where you are going to discover alternatives to view the waypoint list, route list, tracks, or offshore services. It is possible to also search by name or stop navigation from this menu.
General I found the Garmin 740s extremely easy to operate and use. Seldom was it necessary to reference the owner's manual for guidance.
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