Camera location ideas not previously mentioned: bilge, anchor locker, rear locker, any place you might want to view regularly, but it is a pain to get to. Depends on the low light capability of the camera. Nice vids - keep it up. Don’t underestimate the viewers interest in the details of your installs (wiring, connections, routing, cable management). Also I like to see the mistakes and how you overcome them. I hate how to videos that go - here is the stuff you need…magic happens…this is what it looks like in the end. Cheers, hope you feel better.
Having the wide angle camera look forward from the pushpit might be really useful. You would see the sails, everything on the boat, and a bit of what‘s in front of the boat.
Really well presented. Thanks for sharing. Personally not great fan of wireless VHF handsets ... theory is great and can see why many in our wireless-connected world love 'em but for us, we ditched it for a wired remote after second breakage. They're very vulnerable and expensive to replace/repair. Also tired of hunting around the boat for it ... be in the galley, the heads, somebody's bunk or a socking wet jacket somewhere. Battery life disappointing to; it would go flat on an 24-hour+ passage so fine for day-sailing but not for longer passage-making ... but that's just our experience. Nice to see more manufacturers combining VHF & AIS into one unit. Thanks again.
Both my mate and I fitted similar radio units a few weeks ago, mine even works as a chartplotter (7" display). We both mounted our cameras on the pulpit. Had them to use so why not!
I have fitted a similar camera under the top of my pulpit, it works as an image intensifier at night so great for heading into a new anchorage. Also useful for motoring down below in rain, using the autopilot remote to steer the boat. My screen is around 10”, so bigger than yours. The boat has a sort of motorsailer cabin, so easy to see out as well during the day. I also have a small car led spotlight fitted in the same position, it really lights up a night anchorage as well.
I am more than happy to take all your old kit. Interesting to see you kept the glass fuse. I have replaced every fuse with a blade fuse. No risk of cuts and only one type of fuse onboard.
Great episode. I had an earlier V50 B&G VHF Radio with a wireless H50 handset, similar to your latest model. There were problems with the charging cradle. It would over charge the handset. Other users decided to wire an inline off/on switch. Also I noticed when you first applied power from your switchboard to the radio, it turned on. This is not good for the radio. You should never leave the radio power dial on. Always turn to the left to power off the radio. I was told this by an expert in radio communications.
I fitted a Raymarine AIS700 with splitter to my system. There was a huge increase in the SWR reading, nearly 10 on the meter as opposed to 1.6 on the standard set up, radio only. Worth checking as readings that high can damage the equipment.
Still following to see your experience with the B&G - Orca combo. The built-in AIS makes for a clean installation. Vesselfinder confirms the AIS is working 😊 Hope you have more luck with the Chinesium radio than I did (totally different brand and model). It worked fine but I swapped it out because of the terrible user interface.
@@davidbowen9492 Amazon link to the car radio in the description. That’s not a recommendation as I really haven’t had a chance to test it but fit the money it’s hard to beat!
I'd put the camera in the engine compartment with a light, save opening up for underway engine checks - my boat, moody 336, it's a pain to remove the ladder and covers.
Hi, A question on the connector you are using for the AIS antenna. Are these as good as the soldered ones? You are spending a fair amount of money on a good AIS splitter so the connections better be as good as possible. As a spare I can see the use of it.
@@bmain9370 that’s a fair comment, I’m aware that these connectors have mixed reviews (maybe some are not assembled correctly) but I have used them for a while and have not experienced any issues with them at all. I may not want to use outside where they could get wet but in the relative dry I don’t see an issue. On the flip side I have seen plenty of badly assembled/badly soldered pl295’s
Reversing camera as part of anchor watch? While your anchor watch app (I use a phone one, but maybe Orca has one too) tells you you're not dragging, the camera tells you whether the boat ahead is dragging towards you -- without having to go out in the rain to check!
@@daveskye the b&g vhf splitter also had an FM antenna connection, I didn’t realise it had that when I got it but that’s what I’m now using and the reception is excellent. the old radio was connected to a car antenna on the bookshelf above
Good video as always. We need to talk about the difference between an antenna and an aerial. Antennas transmit and receive and aerials just receive. Fuck I’m sad
If the orca display was connected to your phone and the core was not, that is probably why they did not want to Connect. Dont ask how I know… Please video changing the saildrive diaphragm, need to do that this spring myself.
Not sure how to connect the core to my phone or the WiFi but I think it’s possible for remote monitoring. Need to look into that. Plan to video the sail drive job
I loathe trolls, and I am not often one to criticize, but the solderless PL-259 is awful. Ask any amateur radio user, and they'll tell you the same. I would hate to be stuck suddenly depending on an antenna connection that has eroded in the salty sea air, or the dampness of a sailboat. Personally, and I recognize this isn't always optimal among those without soldering skills, people should do themselves a favor and watch a quick youtube video on how to solder a PL-259. It's certainly not hard, and the connection can last decades.
Thanks, always happy to take suggestions and advice. I always used to solder them and was sceptical of these types of connections but I have used them often and tested vswr with no issues. Maybe they will not be as long lasting if they get wet but in the relative try interior of a boat I have not experienced any issues so far.
@@Lightw81 vhf and AIS transponder. If I bought them both as separate units they would cost even more. I remember I bought my first AIS transponder about 15 years ago and it was around £1000 and I hated spending that amount to meet offshore racing regs - right up to when I started using it and now I would not be without one when crossing shipping lanes at night!
@RefitandSail oh I agree. A couple of years ago I crossed the North sea with only AIS receive and it was not great knowing the big ships couldn't see me on the screen. Nevertheless as technology gets more advanced the costs are galloping away too. I do love the intercept function on the Raymarine plotters.
@@markmackenzieblack2052 I have, by “bin” I mean workshop useful box, or efacebay, I gave the old vhf to a guy that’s just bought his first boat on a shoestring.
I’m pissed off that as you say “ straight in the bin with your old junk” how wasteful! And someone (me)would be over the moon to get what I don’t have. And I’m sure many others in the same BOAT 🛥️
Camera location ideas not previously mentioned: bilge, anchor locker, rear locker, any place you might want to view regularly, but it is a pain to get to. Depends on the low light capability of the camera. Nice vids - keep it up. Don’t underestimate the viewers interest in the details of your installs (wiring, connections, routing, cable management). Also I like to see the mistakes and how you overcome them. I hate how to videos that go - here is the stuff you need…magic happens…this is what it looks like in the end. Cheers, hope you feel better.
@@williamware9443 thanks for the comment and suggestions.
Having the wide angle camera look forward from the pushpit might be really useful. You would see the sails, everything on the boat, and a bit of what‘s in front of the boat.
Good idea. I need to try it out for resolution and clarity
I am glad to see you are not nearly as confused by boat wiring as I am.
Well we all have strengths and weaknesses and we can all learn from others. Every days is a school day until the day we pass.
Really well presented. Thanks for sharing.
Personally not great fan of wireless VHF handsets ... theory is great and can see why many in our wireless-connected world love 'em but for us, we ditched it for a wired remote after second breakage. They're very vulnerable and expensive to replace/repair. Also tired of hunting around the boat for it ... be in the galley, the heads, somebody's bunk or a socking wet jacket somewhere. Battery life disappointing to; it would go flat on an 24-hour+ passage so fine for day-sailing but not for longer passage-making ... but that's just our experience.
Nice to see more manufacturers combining VHF & AIS into one unit. Thanks again.
@@svgabrielle thanks for the comment and your thoughts. Always good to hear other’s experiences
Santa has been very kind to you. I hope to see some of your rudder and engine work soon. Cheers.
Yep, rudder now back on, vid to be edited. Engine to be done
Both my mate and I fitted similar radio units a few weeks ago, mine even works as a chartplotter (7" display). We both mounted our cameras on the pulpit. Had them to use so why not!
Great video as always George, the electronics are looking nice and modern!
I wish Santa loved me as much as you! ❤️ Great videos!
Comment for the algorithm. Love, team Clifford.
I have fitted a similar camera under the top of my pulpit, it works as an image intensifier at night so great for heading into a new anchorage. Also useful for motoring down below in rain, using the autopilot remote to steer the boat.
My screen is around 10”, so bigger than yours.
The boat has a sort of motorsailer cabin, so easy to see out as well during the day.
I also have a small car led spotlight fitted in the same position, it really lights up a night anchorage as well.
I am more than happy to take all your old kit.
Interesting to see you kept the glass fuse. I have replaced every fuse with a blade fuse. No risk of cuts and only one type of fuse onboard.
I generally prefer blade fuses too but for expediency (and because not well) I kept the factory fitted fuse holder
Great episode. I had an earlier V50 B&G VHF Radio with a wireless H50 handset, similar to your latest model. There were problems with the charging cradle. It would over charge the handset. Other users decided to wire an inline off/on switch. Also I noticed when you first applied power from your switchboard to the radio, it turned on. This is not good for the radio. You should never leave the radio power dial on. Always turn to the left to power off the radio. I was told this by an expert in radio communications.
Very nice! Wawa wee wah!
I fitted a Raymarine AIS700 with splitter to my system. There was a huge increase in the SWR reading, nearly 10 on the meter as opposed to 1.6 on the standard set up, radio only. Worth checking as readings that high can damage the equipment.
@@paulthompson6612 10 is very high, must be an issue there
Great progress 🎉
👌
Still following to see your experience with the B&G - Orca combo. The built-in AIS makes for a clean installation. Vesselfinder confirms the AIS is working 😊 Hope you have more luck with the Chinesium radio than I did (totally different brand and model). It worked fine but I swapped it out because of the terrible user interface.
That’s good. No hiding with AIS (that’s the idea!). We will see on the radio I guess.
Great video, enjoy all your content, can you tell me what make of car radio you bought, thanks
@@davidbowen9492 Amazon link to the car radio in the description. That’s not a recommendation as I really haven’t had a chance to test it but fit the money it’s hard to beat!
I'd put the camera in the engine compartment with a light, save opening up for underway engine checks - my boat, moody 336, it's a pain to remove the ladder and covers.
That is a good idea.
Good idea.
That camera has to be mounted for Dolphin cam!
@@lplate1000 nice 👌
Hi,
A question on the connector you are using for the AIS antenna. Are these as good as the soldered ones? You are spending a fair amount of money on a good AIS splitter so the connections better be as good as possible.
As a spare I can see the use of it.
@@bmain9370 that’s a fair comment, I’m aware that these connectors have mixed reviews (maybe some are not assembled correctly) but I have used them for a while and have not experienced any issues with them at all. I may not want to use outside where they could get wet but in the relative dry I don’t see an issue. On the flip side I have seen plenty of badly assembled/badly soldered pl295’s
Reversing camera as part of anchor watch? While your anchor watch app (I use a phone one, but maybe Orca has one too) tells you you're not dragging, the camera tells you whether the boat ahead is dragging towards you -- without having to go out in the rain to check!
Espec if the boat ahead has no AIS!
Perhaps George can help the Chinese anchor draggers with their AIS.
Compact disc? Anything like an 8-track?
@@rustyheyman214 haha, maybe 🤔 similar to a wind up gramophone
A mast camera would be nice, but maybe that reverse camera is too crappy for that?
Nice idea
What did you connect the FM radio aerial to?
@@daveskye the b&g vhf splitter also had an FM antenna connection, I didn’t realise it had that when I got it but that’s what I’m now using and the reception is excellent. the old radio was connected to a car antenna on the bookshelf above
I fitted a camera in the engine space. These camera's dont last long outside.
Good video as always. We need to talk about the difference between an antenna and an aerial. Antennas transmit and receive and aerials just receive. Fuck I’m sad
@@ianbuck-barrett8536 😝 thanks
If the orca display was connected to your phone and the core was not, that is probably why they did not want to Connect. Dont ask how I know…
Please video changing the saildrive diaphragm, need to do that this spring myself.
Not sure how to connect the core to my phone or the WiFi but I think it’s possible for remote monitoring. Need to look into that. Plan to video the sail drive job
Have a look at Sailing Britally, he did it a few years ago.
What kind of boat is that in your intro? 😎
@@jaccoseinen2899 that’s one of my previous boats, a contessa 32
@ do you still own her?
@@jaccoseinen2899 no, I sold her to a client before taking a year off to go cruising. Still look after her though.
I loathe trolls, and I am not often one to criticize, but the solderless PL-259 is awful. Ask any amateur radio user, and they'll tell you the same. I would hate to be stuck suddenly depending on an antenna connection that has eroded in the salty sea air, or the dampness of a sailboat.
Personally, and I recognize this isn't always optimal among those without soldering skills, people should do themselves a favor and watch a quick youtube video on how to solder a PL-259. It's certainly not hard, and the connection can last decades.
Thanks, always happy to take suggestions and advice. I always used to solder them and was sceptical of these types of connections but I have used them often and tested vswr with no issues. Maybe they will not be as long lasting if they get wet but in the relative try interior of a boat I have not experienced any issues so far.
£1000 for a vhf! I can't keep up.
@@Lightw81 vhf and AIS transponder. If I bought them both as separate units they would cost even more. I remember I bought my first AIS transponder about 15 years ago and it was around £1000 and I hated spending that amount to meet offshore racing regs - right up to when I started using it and now I would not be without one when crossing shipping lanes at night!
@RefitandSail oh I agree. A couple of years ago I crossed the North sea with only AIS receive and it was not great knowing the big ships couldn't see me on the screen. Nevertheless as technology gets more advanced the costs are galloping away too. I do love the intercept function on the Raymarine plotters.
Why don't you donate your old electronics to sailors less fortunate rather than binning them?
@@markmackenzieblack2052 I have, by “bin” I mean workshop useful box, or efacebay, I gave the old vhf to a guy that’s just bought his first boat on a shoestring.
No one should be using a non-DSC VHF. Bin it! Retro media fans might appreciate the radio/CD player.
Passing on safety critical boat kit is never a good idea unless you are 110% of its reliability . Just recycle it .
@@mikemedic450 it works fine, good make too. Just doesn’t have dsc so no good for me as it doesn’t meet racing regs.
@@fs7453-il a non dsc radio is better than no radio.
first
absolutely true!
A Shakespeare said … it’s all Greek to me .
I’m pissed off that as you say “ straight in the bin with your old junk” how wasteful! And someone (me)would be over the moon to get what I don’t have. And I’m sure many others in the same BOAT 🛥️
@@Hukubob ok, for clarity I donated the fully working vhf to a friend who has his first boat and doing it on a budget. I’m not really that wasteful.