Simrad 000-15554-001 NSS9 evo3S Combo Radar Bundle w/ Halo20+ Review

NSS9 evo3S Combo Radar Bundle with Halo20+Improved Charting experience with iMX8 processorWith a 2X faster page loading time choosing any split screen combination with views in 3D or Navigation perspective has never been easier. NSSevo3S™ features a preloaded US Chart with high-resolution inland a...nd coastal coverage plus a C-MAP® Reveal layer of the ocean floor in Florida.In addition to the preloaded C-MAP chart NSSevo3S is compatible with a wide range of charting providers including C-MAP Navionics® CMOR and Florida Marine Tracks.Enhanced Sonar with superior on-water performance 1kW CHIRP-enabled sonar provides exceptional bottom-tracking and fish-finding performance. Dual transducer ports offer the convenience of connecting multiple transducers to a single display.Better-than-ever processing power ensures Active Imaging™ delivers picture-like views of fish-holding structure and crystal clear views of the bottom ahead using ForwardScan® sonar.SolarMAX™ IPS displays for high-definition views Clear views under any lighting condition with SolarMAX™ IPS technology and ultra-wide viewing angles to keep everything in sight even when viewed through polarized sunglasses.These all-weather screens have been engineered to withstand the heat of the summer sun and are optically bonded to prevent condensation or fogging within the display.UI ImprovementsA dark-themed wallpaper for less light pollution from a dash of multiple screens.The Audio side bar can now expand into a full page view.The addition of a chart orientation button to switch instantly between North up Heading up and Course up without having to open the menu.The addition of a Tide Graph in the instrument bar to monitor tide changes without having to leave the existing pageWireless connectivity for smartphones and tablets Displays can be mirrored to compatible iOS and Android devices to access charts radar sonar engine data and more. Wireless connectivity also enables online software upgrades through any internet hotspot access to the latest features and accessory support.The Simrad App can also be downloaded for added benefits – from device registration and manual downloads to saving waypoints and your favorite fishing spots – accessible both on and off the water.Radar Options HALO® Pulse Compression radar systems can be added to negotiate crowded harbors navigate safely in poor visibility monitor distant weather squalls and even locate flocks of feeding birds in order to locate fishing spots.FLIR IP Camera SupportDay and night situational awareness can be improved by adding a FLIR M232 thermal imaging camera. The M232 features a resolution of 320x240 and offers the ability to pan and tilt the camera to allow for 360 degree viewing while underway. The M232 distributes video over Ethernet allowing for both display and control from a NSSevo3S™. WM-4 ReceiverGet up-to-date detailed weather forecasts weather radar lightning storm warnings sea surface temperature insight on favorable areas for particular fish species and more when you complete your boat’s system with a WM-4 Receiver and a SiriusXM® Marine Satellite Weather subscription. Add audio to your Marine Weather or Fish Mapping* subscription and get access to more than 140 SiriusXM® radio channels at a discount.Fast & Simple Networking and ConnectivityIndustry-standard connectivity to create multi-display systems and link to all on-board electronics engine and fuel monitoring in real-time control of on-board sound systems and much more. Includes system expansion with Simrad modules and accessories advanced fish-finding tools such as deep water S5100 Active ImagingTM 3-in-1 or TotalScanTM increased situational awareness with legendary HALO® Pulse Compression radar and automated control with a fully integrated Simrad autopilot. Halo20+See Far And Near With One Compact DomePerfect for a wide mid-sized to large sailboats HALO20+ comes in a compact 20-inch dome antenna and delivers high-quality short mid and long-range detection. Monitor two distance ranges at once in Dual Range mode so you can keep an eye on far away weather cells while watching for collision hazards up close. HALO20+ radar’s pulse compression technology means no compromises in detection at either selected range while beam sharpening provides enhanced separation between small or distant targets.The Best View To Avoid CollisionHALO20+ radar does a full 360 degree sweep every second thanks to its industry-first 60 RPM rotation at ranges up to 1.5 nautical miles. These ultra-fast updates give you an almost real-time view at close range offering the ultimate view for collision avoidance of fast moving targets.  Built-in VelocityTrack™ Doppler TechnologyVelocityTrack™ technology grands instant visual feedback on whether targets are coming towards you or moving away with colour-coding approaching vessels for high visibility while de-emphasizing diverging targets increasing situational awareness and decreasing the risk of collision. HALO20+ radar automatically checks every target in range; there’s no need to manually select individual targets and no limit to the number of targets on screen at one time.Ready Whenever You AreHALO20+ Radar wakes instantly from its low-power standby mode delivering this high-speed radar coverage exactly where and when you require it. Even if your HALO20+ Radar is completely powered down start-up only takes some seconds not minutes like traditional pulse radar.Easy to Use RadarHarbour offshore weather and custom modes tune HALO20+ Radar’s advanced signal processing to help ensure that targets can be seen vividly – even in the toughest environmental conditions.Features:36 nm range from a compact 20-inch domeAdvanced pulse compression technology with beam sharpeningSimultaneous Dual Range operation sees both far and nearUltra-fast 60 RPM operation at ranges up to 1.5 nmVelocityTrack™ Doppler technology to avoid collisionEasy operation with harbour offshore weather and custom modesMARPA target tracking (up to 10 targets 20 in dual range)Ready instantly from standbyLow power consumptionIn The Box:NSS9Display UnitBezel TrimDocumentation packPower cable kitU-bracket kitPanel mounting kitHalo 20+Halo RadarMounting bolts and washersDocumentation packInterconnection cableEthernet adapter RJ45 to 5-pin 1.5mWaterproof cable boot f/ interconnection cable RJ45 plugCable retainer kitConnections:Ethernet - Ethernet networkPower - power power control and external alarmVideo- composite video and NMEA0183NMEA 2000 - NMEA 2000 dataSonar CH1Sonar CH2