Recent content by Foz

So, is the RS232 output from the NASA Navtex engine NMEA, ASCII or a NASA proprietary output? Noting there was a cd to install software on the laptop?

All, This may have been covered - if so would appreciate being directed to the proper thread thread… I have a NASA PC Navtex which has an RS232 output which did connect to my nav laptop. However, it, the laptop, being windows 7(!!) has now died, leaving me without my Navtex. It also left me...

All, Many thanks for the tips. Have disconnected No.1 (domestic battery) and charged separately with smart charger. No2 battery left connected via onboard controller to solar panel - over the course of a week volts risen to 13.1. No.1 left on the bench to check voltage drop over the week -...

All, Am seeking some trouble shooting advice. I have a 30w solar panel with an open circuit voltage of ~18v, in line with manufacturers spec. When I connect it to the controller, the voltage drops to 12.45v. I have checked the voltage at the built in solar panel cable to boat cable junction...

All, Many thanks for the advice, some points for me to check out on the next visit!

All, I'm seeking some advice/feedback. I have looked over a Sigma 33 as a potential purchase and discovered two hairline cracks at the port and stbd corners of the keel recess at the fwd end, visible through the anti-foul; there was no need to scrape this away to see them. The stbd one is...