Raymarine has launched its new mid and large format e series multifunctional displays, with the new ''e95'' and ''e125'' multifunction displays (MFD) following on from the compact ''e7''.
Raymarine says the two larger screen options have been eagerly awaited by users looking to enjoy the advanced power, expanded networking, and wireless connectivity of the HybridTouch™ e series. The two new screen sizes are also set to be available in a non-touch screen display; all the connectivity via button control heralding the new c series.
The new e and c series are said to take networking and integration to new levels, utilising the full power and capability of WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity. The e7 was the world’s first 7” (17.78cm) MFD to provide networking with up to six displays plus accessories. With the new Raymarine Viewer App, e and c seriesare able to stream live video direct to Apple iPad (1&2) and iPhone (4 and above) in real time. Simply put, with built-in WiFi connectivity the e and c seriesscreen display, whether showing navigation charts, thermal video, radar or sonar information, can be accessed from absolutely anywhere onboard via mobile iOS devices.
Thanks to Bluetooth connectivity the user has the ability to control the e and c series via an optional remote control unit – the RCU-3, which can be mounted on a boat’s steering wheel or used as an independent handheld device.
Raymarine has developed a new user interface called Lighthouse, which brings familiar touchscreen navigation and customisation options together. This results in a highly intuitive and logical system that is both visually appealing and easy to navigate. Users are able to customise their e and c series easily and simply and navigation charts can be configured incredibly quickly.
Three processors make the e and c series powerful multi-taskers; a dual core main processor and a third dedicated graphics processor give stunning 3D graphics, brilliant video and instantaneous chart redraws.
The e and c series have super-bright LCD displays backlit with LEDs to improve overall power efficiency and provide maximum linear brightness control. The displays are transflective, further enhanced by a choice of colour palettes which allow for optimum use of available sunlight; saving even more power and energy. Displays also offer clear and consistent colour and contrast levels, even with changes to the viewing angle.
There are also e and c series specifically adapted for fishermen, incorporating built-in Clear Pulse sonar, targeting fish and depicting bottom contours and structure with amazing clarity. The e and c series can also be connected to thru-hull or in-hull transom transducers. e and c series have a 50 channel, high sensitivity internal GPS and are available with Navionics ready-to-navigate coastal or inland charts supplied on microSD cards.
