What Is NMEA 2000? A Plain-English Guide for Boaters
A plain-English guide to NMEA 2000 — what it is, how it works, what data it carries, and whether your boat needs it. Covers NMEA 0183 vs. N2K and compatibility...
Egret's Log
Welcome to Egret’s Log — the official journal from the team at Egret Marine.
This is where we share practical insights, hands-on reviews, and real-world advice on marine electronics and boat accessories. From choosing the right fishfinder and radar system to installing Attwood gear and maintaining your boat, every post is written to help you make smarter decisions on the water.
Whether you’re a weekend angler, serious offshore boater, or just looking to upgrade your electronics, consider this your trusted logbook for everything that keeps you safe, informed, and equipped. New entries added regularly — pull up a seat and stay a while.
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How to Choose a Marine Autopilot: Tiller, Wheel, and Hydraulic Systems Explained
What a Marine Autopilot Actually Does A marine autopilot steers your boat to a set compass heading — or, when connected to a GPS chartplotter via NMEA, follows a programmed...
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How to Choose a Marine GPS Antenna: External vs. Internal and NMEA Compatibility
Why GPS Antenna Choice Matters Your chartplotter or fishfinder combo is only as accurate and reliable as the GPS signal feeding it. Most modern multifunction displays (MFDs) include an internal...
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How to Set Up an NMEA 2000 Network on Your Boat
What Is NMEA 2000 and Why Does It Matter? NMEA 2000 (N2K) is the modern standard for marine electronics networking. It's a plug-and-play communication bus that lets all your compatible...
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How to Set Up a Marine Network on Your Boat
A properly built NMEA 2000 network lets your chartplotter, GPS, AIS, and instruments share data seamlessly. Here's how to plan and build one.
