Quick Summary
The HELEVIA 10.4in Sailing GPS is a marine GPS chart plotter with a 10.4-inch colour LCD display, sound alarm and built-in voice announcements and warnings. It is described as using a GPS receiving module and a dual chart system for C-MAP and XINUO-MAP.
The display is stated to be 800 x 600, with high brightness and a wide viewing angle. The unit also has stepless backlight adjustment and a 10V-36V wide DC input.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Brand | HELEVIA, which identifies the product line. |
| Product type | Sailing GPS marine GPS chart plotter for ship navigation. |
| Display | 10.4-inch colour LCD display with 800 x 600 resolution. |
| Chart system | Dual chart system for C-MAP and XINUO-MAP. |
| Lighting | Stepless backlight adjustment for changing screen visibility. |
| Input | 10V-36V wide DC input. |
| Alerts | Sound alarm plus voice announcements and warnings. |
| Chart use | Built-in world simplified chart, with a detailed local chart to be purchased separately if needed. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Chart format: This model is set up for C-MAP and XINUO-MAP. Compare that with the chart system you plan to use.
- Screen size: The 10.4-inch display affects how much navigation information is visible at a glance.
- Power input: Check that your setup matches the stated 10V-36V DC input range.
- Backlight control: Stepless backlight adjustment matters if you want to fine-tune screen visibility in different light levels.
- Chart coverage: A built-in simplified world chart is included, while a detailed local chart needs to be obtained separately if required.
What Else You May Need
If you need detailed local navigation coverage, you will need the relevant chart or storage card for the device before use.
Before You Decide
Confirm the chart system, screen size and power input match your boat or navigation setup. If you need detailed local chart data, plan for the separate chart requirement before choosing an offer.
