VULCAN 5 FS Multifunction Display

All in one

The B&G VULCAN 5FS is characterized not only by its sleek design, but also by its multitude of possible applications. Use the VULCAN 5FS as a chartplotter with all the award-winning B&G sailing features or use the NMEA2000 interface and operate it as a pure instrument display. With ForwardScan® compatibility (optional echo sounder available) you are always up to date on what to expect or alternatively connect a CHIRP Fishfinder transducer.

Chartplotter FEATURES

Fully featured chartplotter
The integrated 10 Hz GPS receiver and the multi-touch display with the latest pinch-to-zoom technology make the 5 "display a fully featured chartplotter. Take advantage of the Navionics and C-MAP nautical charts support and choose from a variety of routes.

Experience the acclaimed B&G Sailing / Cruise features such as SailSteer ™, SailTime ™, Laylines, Windplot and the optimised display of sailing instruments.

Integrated GoFree ™ WiFi
With integrated Wi-Fi, the B&G VULCAN 5 FS provides instant access to GoFree cloud services, including wireless map downloads, software updates, and more.
Whether your boat is in the driveway and you're connected to your home Wi-Fi network, in-port Wi-Fi, or out on the water with your smartphone, you can access the GoFree cloud services anywhere you go and have an internet connection.

On the water, the GoFree ™ WiFi connects the B&G VULCAN 5FS to your mobile devices, mirroring your smartphone's screen or using the GoFree ™ Controller app to operate the VULCAN 5FS from your tablet (for safety's sake, one-touch operation of the autopilot via mobile devices is not possible).

• Control your B&G VULCAN 5FS directly from your iPad or Android tablet
• Get automatic updates for your VULCAN 5FS
• Download the latest Insight Genesis ™ maps
• Enhance your sailing experience through a variety of apps

Instrument FEATURES

Full NMEA2000 connectivity
Use the B&G VULCAN 5FS as an instrument display and always keep an eye on important data. With a clear and configurable instrument page, you can arrange the data that is important to you according to relevance and have access to the current values ​​in every situation. Use the optionally available B&G ZC2 remote control to operate your B&G VULCAN 5FS intuitively via the control dial and keypad. Depending on the transducers present in the NMEA2000 network, you can display the following data, among others:

• Wind data (wind direction, speed)
• Depth & temperature data
• Speed ​​through the water (speed) and speed over the ground (SOG)
• Environmental parameters
• Position and navigation data
• Compass / heading data
• AIS data
• Dynamic motor parameters

Easy integration into existing systems
Already have a chartplotter on board? Whether using Raymarine, Simrad or Garmin devices, the NMEA2000 interface of the B&G VULCAN 5FS makes it easy to seamlessly integrate with existing systems.
The B&G VULCAN 5FS is the perfect complement to your existing system. For example, use the VULCAN 5FS as a control unit for your Simrad, Lowrance or B&G autopilot. Furthermore, the VULCAN 5FS can be used as a second instrument in your Raymarine system.
Take advantage of a multitude of possible applications, which are made possible by the integrated NMEA2000 interface, not to mention its space-saving installation dimensions.

System example - autopilot control unit

The B&G VULCAN 5FS is an ideal control unit for your Simrad, Lowrance or B&G autopilot. Use the fully featured operating options of an autopilot display in conjunction with the navigation functions of a fully featured chartplotter. The B&G VULCAN 5FS offers you a promising combination.

System example - Secondary device in the Raymarine system

With the help of the standardized NMEA2000 interface, the B&G VULCAN 5FS can be quickly and easily integrated into an existing system. Regardles of whether a Raymarine SeaTalkNG or Garmin NMEA2000 system. Both systems are compatible with each other using an adapter cable.

For example, use the wind data from your Raymarine system for the optimized B&G sailing software of the VULCAN 5FS.

So you know what lies ahead!
In conjunction with the optional Navico ForwardScan® transducer, the B&G VULCAN 5FS provides a 2D sonar image of the sea bed in front of your boat. In shallow, unknown, or poorly mapped waters, the ForwardScan® feature helps you stay afloat. It is also very useful in finding safe anchorage.

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