
Sat-Com Speeds, Rates and Dish Sizes
Yachting breaks down the numbers on satellite communications options.

Yachting breaks down the numbers on satellite communications options.

Your gear’s ability to compatibly communicate can make or break an extended cruise. To set you on the investigative path towards the ideal package and stir your gadget lust, we’ve selected the following suite.

A reminder from the U.S. Coast Guard to use your VHF radio—not your cellphone—to call for help when you’re in distress on the water.

Exploring Maine’s outer islands is not easy, but it’s worthwhile.

New safety, navigation and communication products keep you in the loop. “New Electronics” from our April 2012 issue.

Three new products for entertainment and vessel control. “New Electronics” from our February 2012 issue.

The merits and dangers of Class B AIS. “Electronics” from our January 2012 issue.

Three new products will make your passages safer and more enjoyable. “New Electronics” from our December 2011 issue.

Satellite communications allow cruisers to keep in touch—and stay away longer.

Communications and media beamed from space free up large tracts of sea for comfortable cruising.

Internet on board your yacht is easier now, near shore and off, but not without tinkering to keep things speedy and reasonably priced.

Ask your boat how it feels—you may be surprised by what it has to say.

Yachting breaks down the numbers on satellite communications options.

Your gear’s ability to compatibly communicate can make or break an extended cruise. To set you on the investigative path towards the ideal package and stir your gadget lust, we’ve selected the following suite.

A reminder from the U.S. Coast Guard to use your VHF radio—not your cellphone—to call for help when you’re in distress on the water.

Exploring Maine’s outer islands is not easy, but it’s worthwhile.

New safety, navigation and communication products keep you in the loop. “New Electronics” from our April 2012 issue.

Three new products for entertainment and vessel control. “New Electronics” from our February 2012 issue.

The merits and dangers of Class B AIS. “Electronics” from our January 2012 issue.

Three new products will make your passages safer and more enjoyable. “New Electronics” from our December 2011 issue.

Satellite communications allow cruisers to keep in touch—and stay away longer.

Communications and media beamed from space free up large tracts of sea for comfortable cruising.

Internet on board your yacht is easier now, near shore and off, but not without tinkering to keep things speedy and reasonably priced.

Ask your boat how it feels—you may be surprised by what it has to say.
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