Overview:
With the addition of the GDL™ 30/30A weather
data receiver and a partnership with XM WX Satellite Weather, Garmin is proud to
bring real-time graphical weather data coverage of the United States (except
Alaska and Hawaii) directly to Garmin marine chartplotters.
For the first time, mariners can access
real-time weather information for the United States directly on the GPSMAP® 3010C
or GPSMAP 3006C using the GDL 30 — no need for a separate PC interface.
The Garmin GDL 30 black box receiver is completely waterproof and part of the
new Garmin Marine Network, a plug-and-play system that puts GPS, weather, sonar,
radar and other important data literally at a boater's fingertips.
United States weather information captured and
processed by the GDL 30 and GA 31 pole-mount antenna is directly overlaid onto
the 3010C and GPSMAP 3006C multifunction, color displays. Users can
overlay individual or combined weather data screens, so they can see
weather conditions at their current location or along a projected path. The GDL
30 and XM WX Satellite Weather service work to keep boaters continually informed
of changing weather patterns, so they can make better-informed decisions
and spend more time enjoying the water.
XM WX Satellite Weather is the same leading,
analytical weather technology and data that is provided to television
meteorologists across the United States. It relays a continuous transmission of
20 different types of graphical weather information that can be overlaid on the
chartplotter, including:
- Current conditions
- City forecasts
- NEXRAD Radar with precipitation type
(animated, high resolution)
- Surface air pressure
- Surface analysis (Highs, Lows and fronts)
- Lightning
- Storm cell size, speed and direction
- Hurricane track
- Visibility forecast
- Wind speed
- Sea surface temperature
- Wind direction
- Wave period
- Wave direction
- Wave height
- Buoy data
For mariners wanting XM Satellite Radio in
addition to XM WX weather data, Garmin offers the GDL 30A which provides a
unique audio interface with the 3010C and 3006C — allowing for connection to
an on-board stereo. Over 120 satellite radio channels of music, sports, news,
talk, and entertainment are delivered to these chartplotters via the GDL 30A for
an additional monthly fee.
Please Note: GDL30/30A provides
weather data and audio entertainment for the United States (except Alaska and
Hawaii) only. |
