You can view from 2 to 8 data simultaneously and so completely customizable. SailBrain is watertight, with backlight, with its own internal battery of approximately 20 hours of life.

Can be used with the keyboard or with remote control and can record up to the equivalent of about 6 races with a chance to review the race just concluded directly on the instrument or, later, by downloading the data on your computer.

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GPS Model Features

• 192,6 x 89 x 28/31 mm
• 250 gr
• Black and white screen 4:3: (L x H x D): 80,0 x 62,0 x 100,0 mm.
• Legible display from 1 ‘big’ to up to 6 data: the output data can be customized directly by the user
• Internal battery
• Battery life for black and white screen: minimum 18 hours without backlight for night view
• 5 Hz. gps sensor
• Wireless, no installation
• Fully waterproof
• Remote control and direct real keypad
• For mast installation or hand use
• DataLog recorder till about 6 races into the unit

GPS Sailbrain functions & data

• Speed
• Heading
• Time to starting line
• Distance to starting line
• Countdown
•  Starting line degrees
• Wind direction
• Tack angle
• Manual adapting tack angle and speed target

During the start

• Speed – Distance from starting line along your course – Perpendicular distance from starting line – Time to the starting line – Timer
• Selected distance from starting line – Time to the starting line – Timer
• Selected distance from starting line – Timer

After the start

• Speed – Heading – Wind direction – True Vmg
• Speed – Heading
• Speed

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You can view from 2 to 8 data simultaneously and so completely customizable. SailBrain is watertight, with backlight, with its own internal battery of approximately 20 hours of life.

Can be used with the keyboard or with remote control and can record up to the equivalent of about 6 races with a chance to review the race just concluded directly on the instrument or, later, by downloading the data on your computer.

SailBrain PLOT is provided with a software that allows analyzing and cleaning of recorded data so as to permit the extrapolation of  trusted boat target trusted without the usual, until now, inflated costs.

The PLOT model, available with black and white or color display, which lets you see the boat moving on the race course, the emission of more data, than the GPS model as shown below, and that is supplied with a simple, intuitive, and useful analysis software of the races or training just made.

FEATURES (IN ADDITION TO GPS MODEL)

• Tactics and viewing functions on display
• Black and white display or color display 16:9 (L x H x D): 95,0 x 55,0 x 110,0 mm.
• Data viewable from 1 (large) to 8 digit data: output can be customized directly bu the user
• Duration battery with color display: minimum 10 hours with backlight always set to the maximum
• Duration battery with black and white display: minimum 19 hours without backlight
• 5 Hz GPS sensor
• History of previous legs
• Great help also by graph during the start
• Self adapting tack angle and speed target
• Self detecting marks
• Graph of windshift and VMG
• Possibility to review immediately on the unit the just ended race or download it with its data on your Pc

SAILBRAIN PLOT FUNCTIONS AND DATA

• Speed
• Heading
• Advantage of the best end of the starting line issued in degrees and metres
• Time to starting line
• Distance ti starting line
• Countdown
• Starting line degrees
• Wind direction
• Heading to the mark
• Distance to layline
• Tack angle
• History of previous legs
• Wind direction graph
• VMG graph
• Self adapting tack angle and speed target
• Special “Costal race” menu for offshore races
• Provided with sophisticated software for data analysis and target emissions

DATA AVAILABLE DURING THE START

• Reliable – The powerful, robust and reliable hardware is provided by Beckhoff, a company leader in the industrial automation technology. Every single component of FaRo is the ultimate evolution of years of research and it is provided after accurate control tests.

• Scalable – The system is based on modular DIN rail components. The main processor comes in two versions, the powerful Pentium M 1.8 GHz processor and the light, low consumption, Atom 1.6 GHz. A/D converters, serial interfaces and counter terminals can be plugged on the side of the main processor or organized on remote nodes.

• Fast – The bus EtherCAT provides 100 Mb/sec transfer rate between the terminals and the main processor, ensuring a real-time information exchange between the processor and the sensors. Remote nodes are connected with a standard CAT5 ethernet cable.

• Precise and accurate – FaRo brings to a new level the standard of electronic systems in sailing: sampling the analog channels at 1 KHz with16 bit resolution allows exploiting the performances of the last generation sensors.

• Flexible – Everything can be changed in FaRo in few minutes: from the hardware configuration to the type of sensors used, from the relations between variables to the whole mathematic structure.

FaroManager is the FaRo’s remote interface. Connected via ethernet, FaroManager is a practical and intuitive graphic software covering all range of functions necessaries to monitor, control and configure Faro.

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Installation is a breeze with its “one sensor one connector” philosophy and “one tool” approach.  This will give the installer and end user the ability of manage every task with just 1 screwdriver.  No complicated installation manual are also required due to system connector logics.

The wide input supply range 10-30V gives maximum flexibility for power supply choice and its low power specs maximize battery life. Polarity reversal protection together with voltage, current and temperature monitoring provide added peace of mind.

Bravo processor is much more than just a single lightweight 1,2 kg unit with an extensive amount of sensor inputs; the system is also expandible via CAN BUS creating a distribuited system anytime.

Today almost everyone is familiar with state-dependent functions on the on-deck displays, the ability to re-simulate your sailing data, dynamic damping and distributed CAN networks to name just a few; they were all features that Bravo Systems pioneered. We continue to lead innovation with database support, customized audio data output, a real time alarm system, auto sensor checking and fully user-customized navigation software being among the new and unique features introduced by Bravo Systems.

The processor comes with a small web server that runs a web application that can change main operation setup features like network setup, service availability, sailsys service, setup and logging file access. You can also access remotely to the unit and control any of this basic settings.

Bravo3 processor is compatible with any sensor or device you want. It is also compatible with the most used navigation software like Deckman for Windows, Expedition and Adrena.

There are many reasons that made Bravo technologies along the years the choice of the last two America´s Cup winners and actual defenders appart from the top sailing boats from the most important racing circuits like TP52, S40 etc:

• 8 serial ports (RS232, RS422, RS485)
• 16 Analog, 4 Pulse, 2 Digital inputs
• 2 Analog, 2 Digital outputs
• 4 regulated power supply outputs (12V, 6.5V, 5V standard and precision)
• Ethernet & 2 CAN buses available provide extended communication capabilities
• All power supply outputs are individually short circuit protected
• 241 x 184x 96
• 1,2 kg
• Less than 10w

• Easy to use web-based interface to manage system functions

• Calibration wizard to calibrate any sensor easily. No tools required!!

• Sensor redundancy

• Bravo3 sensor fusion math to combine different sources of data

• Bravo3 scripting language allows you to set up your instrument system to best fit your needs.

•  Navigation and conditional functions are calculated at user defined rates.

•  Linear, polynomial and spline interpolation methods in the 1D, 2D and multidimensional interpolation tables.

• Multiple polars to use. You can also  have as many points and TWS as you wish

• NEW!!Bravo3’s advanced display manager
• Dynamic damping (Bravo pionneering technology)

• Error log file

• Automatic system check wizard

• Data logging  to file or to database at user configurable rates
• Audio messaging system

• Expert Alarm system

• Remote assistance

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The B&G Zeus multifunction units come with built-in, high performance chartplotters complete with embedded regional cartography, and connectivity capabilities that allow them to control and display data from a comprehensive range of additional navigational and performance equipment.

Zeus is a multifunction navigation system designed specifically for sailboats. B&G’s Zeus Sailing Navigation System provides the sailor with total control of navigation onboard the yacht.

The B&G Zeus display comes with an integral chartplotter with ultra-fast redraw and pre-loaded regional charts. Its in-built multifunction capabilities additionally equip it to act as a hub for a wide range of B&G and Navico instruments; displaying data in combinations, layouts and formats selected by the user, and allowing the full control and input of data.

Key features:

The unique weather functionality of the B&G Zeus allows the user to forecast data overlaid on to the chart to gain a clear understanding of the conditions that they are likely to face. Data supplied includes:

• Wind Speed and Direction
• Barometric pressure with pressure centre indicators
• Manual time step control – select any available forecast time
• Animation option shows how weather systems are likely to develop and allows the sailor to take appropriate steps to prepare, or route around
• Cursor Info feature allows quick assessment of the forecast at a particular location and time
• GRIB weather files are easily uploaded via the USB port

Important sailing data is overlaid onto the Zeus chart, enabling an assessment of the most efficient route to be sailed rather than a simple straight-line “power boat” waypoint to waypoint route.
Water and Ground vectors show the effect of tide and leeway on your course
Mark and Boat Laylines are displayed. Easily assess whether the boat will be able to clear a headland or obstacle on its next tack. Laylines can be configured to display:

• Manual (user) wind angle target
• Actual True Wind Angle from instruments
• Target True Wind Angle (H3000 instruments with Polar tables only)
• Option to correct layline positions for measured tidal flow
• Historic min/max layline positions allow the navigator to make a safe decision to tack for a headland or waypoint based on the recent range of True Wind Direction
• Time and distance to layline information is provided for each tack, allowing preparation time for maneuvers

Direct integration with B&G H3000 instruments via H-Link allows the B&G Zeus navigation software to assess the conditions using the most accurate data possible and enables the configuration of instrument functions.

Features include:

• TimePlot shows user selected data history over time, ideal for assessing barometric pressure, course or depth trends
• WindPlot provides a True Wind Speed and True Wind Direction plot, allowing the sailor to make decisions on route choice, e.g. whether to tack or stand on in the next gust, for fast and safe passage-making
• On-screen instrument panels display the user’s choice of navigation or instrument data in a selection of digital and analogue formats
• Direct editing and backup of H3000 Polar tables enables the crew to sail to the boat’s optimum performance

Zeus supports B&G H-Link, NMEA0183 or NMEA2000 compatible instruments.

Integral chartplotter with preloaded cartography (Nautic Insight™ for the USA and Navionics coastal packages for Europe and APAC). A slot for SD cards allows the use of optional cartography including Navionics Platinum+ with 3D Turboview. Additional features include:

• Key sail navigation data overlaid onto premium embedded cartography
• Instant chart zoom with Rotary controller
• Easy navigation including goto cursor and goto waypoint along with straightforward route builder
• AIS and MARPA target overlay
• Radar overlay
• Dedicated sail navigation overlay
• Weather overlay

New B&G Zeus GPS antenna (ZG50)

B&G Zeus will control and display data from a wide range of additional navigation instruments including:

• Broadband Radar
• HD radar
• AIS
• DSC VHF radios
• Pilots
• Echo sounders and fish finders
• SonicHub and other approved Ethernet, SimNet and NMEA2000 devices such as CZone Digital switching, StructureScan™, BSM-1 sounder and SIRIUS® satellite weather (US only).

The FFD is particularly recommended for deck displays on pure race boats where the simple clarity of a dual line display and rapid access to key data is crucial to success.

Control and display of most H3000 instrument functions
Quick access to common functions via dedicated keys
2 Line data display, with user-configured pages

• Construction Moulded ABS with Aluminium rear case
• Height 117 mm \ 4.6 in
• Depth 49 mm \ 1.9 in
• Length 173 mm \ 6.8 in
• Weight 0.8 kg \ 1.76 lbs
• Operating Temperature -10 to 55°C
• Power Supply 12 vDC
• Power Consumption Lights Off 13 mA
• Power Consumption Lights On 90 mA
• Compass Safe Distance 200 mm \ 7.9 in
• Humidity Range Up to 95% rh rh
• Interfaces FastNet, NMEA (011, 013 units only)
• Custom segmented LCD for maximum display viewability
• 3 Level backlighting, user configurable red/green

Bonded display technology for improved contrast and no misting.High integrity mechanical construction  including toughened glass display window.

Specifications

• Construction Moulded ABS with Aluminium rear case
• Display Resolution 320 x 240 pixel (H x W)
• Sealing IP67
• Height 114 mm \ 4.5 in
• Depth 56 mm \ 2.2 in
• Length 178 mm \ 7 in
• Weight 0.7 kg \ 1.54 lbs
• Operating Temperature -10 to 55
• Power Supply 12V (10 -16V range) vDC
• Power Consumption Lights Off 40 mA
• Power Consumption Lights On 90 mA
• Compass Safe Distance 200 mm \ 7.9 in
• Humidity Range Up to 95% rh rh

High resolution graphical display provides intuitive user interface and improved ways of visualising sailing data and Pilot control.New AutoCal screens to aid speed and wind calibration.

You can choose up to seven pieces of data to be displayed at any one time. As well as having a variety of graphical screens that gives you a clear visual interpretation of the data provided.

Specifications

• Construction Moulded ABS with Aluminium rear case
• Sealing IP67
• Width 178 mm \ 7 in
• Height 114 mm \ 4.5 in
• Depth 56 mm \ 2.2 in
• Weight 0.7 kg \ 1.54 lbs
• Operating Temperature -10 to 55
• Power Supply 12V (10 -16V range) vDC
• Power Consumption Lights Off 40 mA
• Power Consumption Lights On 90 mA
• Compass Safe Distance 200 mm \ 7.9 in
• Humidity Range Up to 95% rh rh

If you have a B&G system and Deckman software, you will be able to use  either Bravo´s or Faro´s  Deckman add-in, so you will be able to receive any data that you are using in deckman for windows. This PDA is able to receive the data either via wifi or bluethooth technologies.

FaRo Remote Display is the software for this PDA and Windows operating systems. Installed on any PDA, tablet or netbook Windows compatible, it connects with Deckman or with the FaRo processor, allowing other crew members and the coach to benefit of the intruments’ information.

If you are a Bravo3 Processor user you  just require your Bravo processor, as Bravo´s  PDA software, is also able to get the data directly from it, so you do not need Deckman. As many users as you want can receive data at the same time.

Check out also Bravo N-PDA software if you also want to manage the whole electronics and forgive about laptop, navigation software or wireless screens. You have any typical navigation and control function you normally need like calibrations, tables, polars, starting procedure, navigation courses, layline information, “what if” screen, boat settings, logs manager and also B&G displays  configuration manager  as a brand new 2012 feature!!

You can create different  pages of data and customize rows, columns and colours.

Specifications:

• (width x height x depth): 74 x 125 x 26 mm or 2.9 x 4.9 x 1 inches
• weight:240 grams (battery included)
• Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Premium Edition
• Operating SystemKernel: Windows CE 5.1.70
• CPU Clock: 624 MHz
• CPU: Intel XScale PXA270
• SDRAM
• RAM capacity: 64 MiB, 50MiB accessible
• ROM type: Flash EEPROM
• ROM capacity: 128 MiB
• color transflective TFT display
• 16 bit/pixel (65536 scales)
• Display-Diagonal: 3.5 ” (89 millimetres)
• Display Resolution: 480 x 640 (307200 pixels)
• Expansion Interfaces: MMC, SD, SDIO
• Supports memory cards with capacity of up to 2GB and may complies with some (not SD 2.0/HC) memory cards with higher capacity than 2GB
• Bluetooth (802.15): Bluetooth 1.2, Internal antenna
• Wireless_LAN/Wi-Fi (802.11): IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbit/s
• Infrared Gate: IrDA 1.2, 115200bit/s (SIR/CIR)
• Built-in: GPS module
• GPS-Protocol: NMEA 0183, SIRF
• Parallel+GPS Channels: 20 channels
• Navigation Chip(set): SiRFstarIII
• Ingress_Protection;Rating-(IP65)
• Battery+Technology: Lithium-ion battery
• Estimated+Battery+Life: 15 hours
• Battery Capacity: 3000 mAh

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At the core of the Zeus system lies a high specification multifunction display. Its powerful processor allows high speed access to a comprehensive range of capabilities, while a combination of direct access keys, keypad and rotary dial ensure that features can be activated, and data input and manipulated, in an easy and straightforward fashion.

Integrated Navigation System

The B&G Zeus display comes with an integral chartplotter with ultra-fast redraw and pre-loaded regional charts. Its in-built multifunction capabilities additionally equip it to act as a hub for a wide range of B&G and Navico instruments; displaying data in combinations, layouts and formats selected by the user, and allowing the full control and input of data.

• Weather
• Sail Navigation
• Integration with B&G Instrument Systems
• Charting
• Radar, sounders and much more