Offshore Electronics Explained -B&G, Starlink, Iridium- MID-ATLANTIC UPDATE

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I won't sail open water without some very specific equipment aboard this Outremer 55 catamaran. Plus I give a tour/explaination of our B&G navigation equipment.
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@TNPatriot1776 5 ай бұрын

I’ve watched hundreds (maybe thousands) of videos and have frequently seen the screens, but this is the first time anyone has explained what all the numbers are and shown the different screens and how they are used. THANK YOU!!!

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Wow, thank YOU!

@KKop 5 ай бұрын

This type of vlog is GOLD, I hope you'll make it a more regular recurring part of the channel. Thanks.

@Kevinplettenbergbay 5 ай бұрын

Would make a good yachting school owner and tutor

@tomriley5790 5 ай бұрын

Very cool! It really is amazing how much technology has permeated everything, imagine telling someone 50 years ago that they'd have two different types of satellite communications and infrared cameras on a sailing yacht!

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

OMG, when we started 22 years ago, we were plotting lat/lon on paper charts.

@AndrewMoizer 5 ай бұрын

It’s truly remarkable how much has changed. Probably the two biggest worries used to be where are we, and what’s the weather are now “solved” and available realtime at an affordable price.

@WillN2Go1 5 ай бұрын

If PT 109 had any of this it would've been 'two enemy destroyers sunk; returned to port.' The deal makers for me becoming a sailor.

@AndrewMoizer 5 ай бұрын

As so many others have said, these videos are great. The simultaneous views really make you feel like you are right on board. That you can produce and send these for mid Atlantic truly shows how amazing networking has become. I worked on the first 600Mb & 2.4Gb long haul fibre optic equipment from Nortel that became the early internet backbone. In the late 80’s one of the key architects and visionaries said what we were developing would mean the “death of distance”. At that time it sounded very futuristic. I don’t think any of us imagined just how far things could go!

@seekerstan 5 ай бұрын

Starlink power supply: There have been quite a few people from the RV community who have built DC power supplies for their Starlink. The inside unit is a wifi modem and 48V DC power supply. All of the Satalite hardware software is in the dish, so if you have 48V or a more efficient conversion than making 120v ac only to have it converted back to DC, then it might be worth it. The process is to cut and splice the proprietary cable and create an ethernet out and 48v dc in. These are connected to your ships power and whatever wifi modem you want. The starlink indoor unit isn't used. Depending on your existing equipment, there can be a considerable power saving. It is still a powerhog, though, but remember it is a high-speed link reaching out 500 miles to recivers traveling at supersonic speeds. Starlink does need to provide indoor units more compatible with yacht power though.

@3tsedwards 5 ай бұрын

I converted mine to 12v with poe and 48v transformer. Works great. Tested in USVI and BVI so far.

@SailingTipsCa 5 ай бұрын

Yes pretty much all electronics are DC at the core - thanks for posting this!

@Supe063 5 ай бұрын

Bar none, these "how it's done" explainatons are my favorite videos! Fair winds!!

@owenkuntz9108 5 ай бұрын

I’m enjoying the technical dives. Thank you for sharing.

@Zephyr653 5 ай бұрын

Appreciate the video Nick! Looks like the O55 could use a spin pole! We converted our Starlink to DC for about $250, much less power consumption. Thanks for the info on Iridium Go Exec, I see the benefits! Safe passage to BVI!

@kevindowd7769 5 ай бұрын

Excellent Video… when you stopped I was left wanting more. Say hello to Meghan for us… I hope she is doing well!

@ThoughtfulWander 5 ай бұрын

Cool new O'Kelly's episode! Coffee check! Watching now! 👍👍

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

O’Kepisode, if you will. Cheers! Enjoy.

@ThoughtfulWander 5 ай бұрын

@@TheOKellys 👍👍

@ThoughtfulWander 5 ай бұрын

Great episode and awesome detailed explanations on the instrumentation! Keep rolling and be safe! 👍👍

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@ThoughtfulWander 5 ай бұрын

@@TheOKellys 👍👍

@ValkyriesEscape 5 ай бұрын

Nick, this is absolutely one of the best videos ever made to explain plotters, computers, autopilot, uplinks, wind, and how they all work together. You even touch on sail profiles and limitations on apparent wind speed. Speed over land vs speed getting to where you want to go!!! Yes! I’m saving this and sharing it with new crew and new sailers. The synced multi cameras to show things like the sail powering back up as the autopilot adjusts and the computer presents the change in wind is exactly what people need to see and understand. So well done!! And all of it applies to any brand system - yes some things move around between companies and their products, but the concepts and information here are/is universal. I’m buying you at least one drink in Miami in a few weeks for this! But for now, I’m going to watch the rest of this video. I had to pause it because I was so moved with how well this video and information are presented that I needed to say something.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Well dang, thank you! Glad to be of some value!

@ValkyriesEscape 5 ай бұрын

@@TheOKellys I hope that was sarcasm! You guys are one of the very big reasons I am moving on to sailing full-time! With that said, I just signed up on Patreon. Thank you for all you do!

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

No, not sarcasm. Glad to be a part of stoking the dream. See you out here I hope.

@robleacock4949 5 ай бұрын

From the comments, I can see that I’m not the only one who thinks that with this video you have tapped into a rich vein of demand, especially for Patreon subscribers. Well done and thank you very much.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Not a big hit with the robot overlords, but, who cares. Glad it's appreciated.

@carolkar5687 5 ай бұрын

Excellent explanations without being overwhelming. I really liked the simultaneous camera views.

@CaptPauly 5 ай бұрын

Nick you always make sailing a dream for everyone ❗ so informative and clearly understood. Wish I was there ❗

@brianmock551 5 ай бұрын

I asked if it was possible to explain the displays,.... and you did!! Cool, and thank you!

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

good idea. Any more?

@juniormartin7164 5 ай бұрын

Finally some clarity on the instruments. Well done 👍.

@JibeTalking 5 ай бұрын

Nick, I completely agree with you, with respect to communication devices... I use the acronym PACE.. To the extent possible, you should always have a Primary, Alternate, Contingency and Emergency system for all systems. Example: P; Iridium, A; Starlink, C; VHF, E; Sat Phone etc...

@gestionaerofax 5 ай бұрын

Best training ever add of gps and sea navigation. Amazing..

@sockeyevoyages8840 5 ай бұрын

Nick, thanks for sharing your knowledge in a clear manner and while at sea with your crew responsibilities. And, thanks for getting the tracker going. Health and peace

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Thanks. Not going to lie, tough to make videos without my mate and while doing regular watches in sometimes bumpy weather. A real task!

@patrickosullivan4843 5 ай бұрын

Great video! I really appreciated the detail that you went into with the instruments and displays. You also look very happy. You are in your element! I think it is great you were also able to use all the sails and sail configurations. This has been and A+ shakedown cruise. Continued safe travels!

@valerieb.4912 5 ай бұрын

Teacher, I was taking lots and lots of notes. Happy Sailing ⛵!

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Glad to be of some value!

@BellaLune-ig8jp 5 ай бұрын

Wow😮 Don’t really have to imagine, 50 years ago, my mom and dad put over 50,000 nm on their 44 ft. monohull with a radio, radio direction finder, sextant and a first gen depth finder that I couldn’t read to save my life😂. My father would have been thrilled; and probably could have stayed at sea for a much longer period of his life. I might be dating myself, but who cares? Thank you so much for the lesson and wonderful content; best to Megan. Get well soon! Love you guys❤❤❤❤❤

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@SV-DEDICATED 5 ай бұрын

Shared this to the B&G marine electronics users group

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

eh, cool, I should join

@petenelson8136 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the technical deep dive. I'm not a sailor (unless you count my teen years sailing a sunfish on the lake we lived on), but my son's dream is to get a boat and sail the oceans so for the past 4 years now I've been watching sailing videos. I've caught through observation mostly some of what all the screens mean, and it was really nice to have you explain what they actually mean so I get it right. The biggest takeaway I got was the readout that shows your speed to target (can't remember the exact name), and that your autopilot actually steers the boat according to the wind direction. I always though it was steering to a direct heading and you adjusted the sails when the wind changed vs. adjusting them to maximize your speed to target. Love your videos, and looking forward to seeing your trip adventures. Praying your wife gets to feeling better and can join you when you reach land.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

You are talking VMG, velocity made good. The autopilot can steer to heading, course, or wind. Different modes. We are mostly in wind mode on the open sea

@MikeC19100 5 ай бұрын

Glad to see things are semi-calm right now. The explanations were great, and it really helps us non-boating viewers have a better understanding of wat those numbers mean to sailors. The "Tracker View" was/is AWESOME! Stay safe and keep the updates coming please.

@Niknteen1 5 ай бұрын

A very informative "thinly Vieled" add mate.🤣🤣.( I might of read some comments here) Wifey and I learn a heck of a lot.. As Non Sailors with a want to be.. The Differences between the Starlink and the Iridium exec unit is vast.( Not everyone knows, We learnt a lot in the time you took to explain this, so thankyou). I like how you've gone over to the split screens, I like to see how the boat is riding the water.. it keeps the drive alive. :) Stay safe. be well.. all the best for an expediant recovery for your other half.. .

@aaabbb1579 5 ай бұрын

Hi, Some comments. Roaming starlink V2, converted to 12V DC takes only 3.4A at 13V, or 45W, it doesnt need an inverter and can run 24/7 taking about 84Ah per day. It works great on the ocean.

@leozidek-tc8tn 5 ай бұрын

Well done. You explain things very well. Please take it to the next level which nobody out there does. WX charts, I mean old school mean sea level pressure prognosis. With everyone following the coloured wx maps have no idea how these H/L importantly the difference in pressures relates to everything in between. You are THE MAN to do this. Take your time to study the full picture and present something special. Then I'll be a patron. Hooray from Leo. Down under.

@en8581 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video and I am enjoying sharing your adventures! I want to share two counterpoints to this. First, one option is to have a backup $100-200 inverter on the boat which is probably a good idea regardless. Such a portable 1000 watt 12 or 24 to 120v inverter would easily power the Starlink if the main large inverter fails. Second, many people with Starlink as primary recommend having something like the Garmin inReach Mini as a backup. This is much less expensive than Irridium Go, is portable so can go into a liferaft, and is also great to take on a hike on a secluded island in case of an emergency. Just some thoughts to consider and thanks again for this video!

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Yes, you are right. There are other options. And yes I would recommend a spare inverter. In fact if this were my boat, Starlink would have its own inverter. Go Exec is a complete coms package. InReach is not. Iridium, on my boats, is the PRIMARY coms. I would have SL, but it would be for sometimes use. Different mentality.

@aljina8807 5 ай бұрын

I was waiting for this video finally......Thanks guys

@stevenhurley2181 5 ай бұрын

Don’t stop making this type of video! Very interesting to sprinkle these in with the travel itself.

@matthewsellers82 5 ай бұрын

Great explanation of the B&G, thank you. We put Starlink on our boat this summer, absolute game changer. With a mini dish promised for later this year and DC conversion kits coming out we are looking at another paradigm shift potentially as big as GPS

@njsarn 5 ай бұрын

Nick, thanks much for a well thought out real life demo of Nav system. Very Good to the point of how the indicators are used for. Although I'm well versed in Nav system, I learned quite a bit from this post. Thanks a bunch again. Hope to see you unite with Megan soon. 😊

@windmolenfarm8030 5 ай бұрын

Great update and explanation of your equipment. I did not know about the draw of the Starlink as it is not an issue here on land. Thanks again for the update. Happy sailing.

@bravofighter 5 ай бұрын

This is good stuff. I always felt like a FLIR camera on the spreaders would be a great addition for night passages, good to see it being implemented.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Pretty darn cool. Have had this brilliant big moon on this trip...been like daylight at night!

@GregHathorn 5 ай бұрын

Jam-packed video! Great discussion. Thanks Nick. Man, if there is a hog-heaven, you are in it. Still fiddling with my Raymarine Axiom, trying to mimic the clarity (pun intended) of BandG. Glad to hear that Megan is getting better. Fair winds!

@loriruhge3502 5 ай бұрын

Super Fantastic and Great Information. Kudos to you and your team. Great that you were able to take the higher latitude to save time to BVI. Do report the total number of days when you make landfall. Rob and I are very jelly of your experience!

@gptravel531 5 ай бұрын

Enjoyed the technical details! You did a great job explaining!

@robertlaird6746 5 ай бұрын

I had basically that same solid color blue spinnaker on my Nacra 6.0. Mine was a tad bit lighter in color. It's a nice blue and really makes you blend in to the ocean and makes it harder for others to see you.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Stealth!

@jeffgurney1 5 ай бұрын

I makes the 787 cockpit look simple thanks for the good gen 🥇

@tomlpdx 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for going through all of this!

@TheRiseofSuperman 5 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for this episode. I really needed this one. Get well Megan❤️.

@jessicanicolebelmonte6252 5 ай бұрын

Thank you VERY much for this more “technical” video that explains enough of the navigation displays so that armchair sailors like me can get a better grasp at what we are seeing while cruising vicariously with you and other cruisers through your videos here on KZfaq.

@andrewjames7616 5 ай бұрын

Thankyou 👍 thats the first time I've had an explanation of the numbers 😀

@GregoryStrauss-tk7pe 5 ай бұрын

Awesome video, would like to see more of this, including reading the weather in the future. Glad to hear that Megan is on the mend ❤

@SVSeamas 5 ай бұрын

Outstanding vid. truly educational. Thanks for that.

@WaterTrails 5 ай бұрын

works, love ya!

@jroschella 5 ай бұрын

There are many videos on KZfaq to convert Starlink to DC. I do wish it was offered in a DC version

@bjjan8592 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the info, glad it’s all going well!

@carsonc1272 5 ай бұрын

I love episodes like this. A. Thanks for going over the compass rose. Nobody does that and it just remains a mystery. B. Hopefully FLIR gets paired with some Tesla Full Self Driving AI software someday and the boat will de-power and sound an alarm if you're headed toward a container or something. Or someday go around the obstacle and let you sleep. Full Self Driving boats would be way easier to build than a car if the interest was there. C. 12V really is holding the world back. Off grid homes are 48V now, we also now have the first 48V vehicle on the market and should see the auto industry shift to 48V in the coming years. Boats unfortunately will lag. But 48V will come to boats someday too. (5 to 10 years) D. Starlink isn't there right now but the first satellites that communicate with your phone are up right now. When this is worked out a solar powered cell phone power brick will become the new emergency "iridium go". Although it is comforting to have a totally separate geostationary satellite in a completely different orbit as back up. Having said that a back pack version of Starlink is coming soon and we'll see what its power requirements are.

@jud2820 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Nick, always learn so much when you go into technical analysis. Salute

@normabaker5837 5 ай бұрын

Really interesting video. Love the split screen shots. Thanks for the tech talk. Enlightening. Get well soon Meghan.

@seanannigans 5 ай бұрын

This was great! Thanks for the tutorial on the B&G. Good stuff.

@rickgriffiths2593 5 ай бұрын

Great video! Thanks for the info, very well presented!

@RiverWoods111 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for explaining all the numbers.

@carolinehart4903 5 ай бұрын

Superb explanations and learning opportunity, even for seasoned sailors!! Thank you Nick!!

@coachs.3906 5 ай бұрын

THANK YOU Nick! I have followed you guys for years - probably seen all your sailing vids and enjoyed every single one! The ones I keep coming back to are the ones that impart knowledge. Your presentation skills and style are *world class* and the editing is great! The mix of tech vids and travel logs is refreshing and interesting. Keep it up, it's what your audience loves! All the best to Megan. 🙂

@amandabrich 5 ай бұрын

Phenomenal breakdown. My husband and I have been trying to learn how to sail and most videos will refer to these pieces of equipment but no one has ever broken down the equipment to this detail. Thank you so much. My husband and I love you guys.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Ah, thank you. We love you too.

@AgentFascinateur 5 ай бұрын

This was really well explained for the lay person and really useful to know about the communications. Thank you.

@pb8484 5 ай бұрын

Always fun riding along ⛵️ great video

@patrickgelinas5241 5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for a great video! Very instructive.

@happysaylar8263 5 ай бұрын

Awesome Nick..fair winds...cheers tim

@peterbrown2336 5 ай бұрын

Nick, super useful piece. One thing you did not mention (or might not have detail on) is purchase and operating costs. For many this will drive the decision on what they fit and, in my mind, awesome though Starlink is the monthly costs would be the killer factor preventing me buying into it. I've seen articles in yachting magazines on this in the past but the pricepoints are always changing and first time I've seen an official marinised Starlink rather then a RV one tacked onto a vessel. The B&G looks very user friendly and clear to operate with total integration of the various inputs to provider the operator with the information they need. Anyway hope remained of the crossing goes well and you make it to Miami on time. Smooth sailing.

@DVanHamlin 5 ай бұрын

Great discussion on the technical aspects of the boat. Would love to see more of this type of content. I hope Megan is doing well and can join you in the Caribbean.

@HappysDaysailer 5 ай бұрын

This was the most awesome video. I have always wondered how you all use this numbers and what they mean. Thank you for taking the time to explain. Awesome video. Looks like a great trip.

@Crowscratch_HauntedLibrary 5 ай бұрын

Excellent, informative, and very much appreciated. Thank you!

@danreed2189 5 ай бұрын

I don't sail, but I could watch your videos all day, because I always learn something. Entertaining and educational! Well done! Can't wait for the next update.

@3tsedwards 4 ай бұрын

Love the simultaneous views!

@markweinsheimer9129 5 ай бұрын

very cool, love it

@stephenlegg6816 5 ай бұрын

so interesting to get some real relative info thanks so much im on a learning curve.

@JohnMadelin 5 ай бұрын

That was superb! I’ve often wondered about this stuff, you’re a gifted communicator! I have only ever commented on videos two or three times, but had to say Thank you for this, it’s so refreshing that you’re so well tuned into your viewing community. Wishing Megan well for a strong recovery.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. Appreciate that.

@donaldklapproth8091 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely your best technical explanation of equipment I've ever seen on any sailing channel to date. The explanation of B &,G, power requirements of communications StarLinc vs the Pro System sure made a believer out of me. Extremely well done, enormous Thanks. FWCS ⛵️⛵️

@scrubbingupwithdr.michaelk9550 5 ай бұрын

Love your channel, learn so much. Thank you.

@langstonholland9272 5 ай бұрын

I'm getting close to refitting the electronics on my boat and this video was extremely helpful, thank you!

@collegepros 5 ай бұрын

A great informative video! Thanks!

@eerotarik2567 5 ай бұрын

Great video, Nick. Top quality and information. Hope your better half is recovering well :-)

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

I hope so too! Thanks!

@UUBrahman 5 ай бұрын

Good stuff. Thanks.

@HopeOfJoe 5 ай бұрын

Nick. Thanks for all the explications of the equipment. Lots to be aware of when sailing especially long passages. Happy, Megan is feeling better. See you next time. ✨ 🌊 💨 ⛵️ 🏝️ 👙 🌞 ✨

@petermerrick5644 5 ай бұрын

Great technology briefing! Thanks!

@kevinkurka8020 5 ай бұрын

Like everyone said TY, was very informative. I’m also looking forward to seeing more videos like this, and what the FLIR Camera looks like

@user-ku9wf3si5c 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Nick great Vlog hope Megan is recovering well❤

@gregsutton2400 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info

@carlosvallejo4926 5 ай бұрын

Hello Nick! Glad to see you all are doing great. Really loved this video. Just saved it as a great sailing tool to learn all your knowledge. Thanks so much for sharing. Stay safe. Cheers from Canary Islands 👍👍

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Carlos!

@dougtooo 5 ай бұрын

Thank You!

@ehavlice 5 ай бұрын

Great video Nick

@martinbeaumont1135 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Nick, super interesting.

@PorscheSpeedster-kz6nc 5 ай бұрын

Very educational video. Thank you for this.

@billdomb 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the details; very helpful.

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

thanks Bill!

@craigg7862 5 ай бұрын

Great video. Really like the techie stuff. Very well explained. Thank you.

@erickramer9291 5 ай бұрын

thank you Eric

@robertmcmahon1221 5 ай бұрын

Very nice, informative video, clearly presented.

@user-wq4nw1ex2p 5 ай бұрын

Great video

@TrimaranSpirit 5 ай бұрын

Awesome vids buddy! Loving the tech vlogs 🤙

@TheOKellys 5 ай бұрын

Thanks J. I need some from you!!!! You are a wealth of info!

@jamesaron1967 5 ай бұрын

Very good video explaining the B&G technical details 😎

@thorsten5610 5 ай бұрын

Good explenation. Thanks.

@LeeYvesMexico 5 ай бұрын

I love these video's NICK! so good

@philgray3443 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video Nick. Always enlightening. The Predict Wind guys are doing some excellent stuff. We really like that we can up our subscription level when we need it, rather than paying for weather routing when we are just marina dwellers.

@jvphelan1 5 ай бұрын

Office Hours with Nick. Just great! Appreciated the BMG tutorial. Image the day when full auto pilot means data goes to winches as well to trim sails as needed. I’m sure that is coming.