timjet
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I'm trying to import routes from OpenCPN to my Raymarine Chart Plotter. This requires that I physically connect my notebook computer with my chart plotter via my computers USB port. I have to use a USB to serial interface adapter. The adapter Raymarine recommends is one by sealevel and it costs $79. There are others on the Internet for much less.
Anybody know if it's really necessary to purchase such an expensive one. Aren't serial interface adapters all pretty much the same? I will say sealevel claims their units are made to military specs, something I can't imagine I need.
Lastly, any body know how to transfer routes via NEMA 0183 from OpenCPN.
Note: I cannot transfer via a SD or similar card, my unit will not allow this.
Anybody know if it's really necessary to purchase such an expensive one. Aren't serial interface adapters all pretty much the same? I will say sealevel claims their units are made to military specs, something I can't imagine I need.
Lastly, any body know how to transfer routes via NEMA 0183 from OpenCPN.
Note: I cannot transfer via a SD or similar card, my unit will not allow this.