will this work on a boat while it is underway or offshore
80133
Yes! This will work nicely on a boat. Best as I can tell, it works by detecting the electrostatic discharge of the nearby lightning strike, and when strong enough, it alerts by beeping. For example, when I first put the batteries in, I hit the UNLOCK button on my car, and THAT was strong and close enough the make the detector beep as well.I've also noticed it does not work as well indoors. So, Outdoors, (I used our primarily on the Soccer Fields) as an early warning device, it was a great way to help keep us "Ahead of the storms".
80134
It should. The only thing I can think of that might interfere with the unit could be interference from the boat's electrical system - generator/alternator (see farm tractor question and answers). If the motor is off and the detector is not shielded it doesn't matter if you are on land or on the water it is not a phone it detects the energy from lightning.
80135
Yes it will. It works in a similar fashion as does an AM radio, with respect to detecting lightning. A lightning strike puts out a broad pulse in the EM spectrum which is detectable in several different ways. As to its ability to detect range, that will be based on the closest part of the strike to your detector and not necessarily its point of origin or destination. Your distance accuracy will vary while underway, considering your in motion. Also note, the Acu-Rite will not give you direction in the case of not directly observable or simultaneous strikes.
80136
I believe it will work for you. You may find it gives false alarms if too near the motor, but if I were you, I would buy it.
80137
Yes. That's the main reason I purchased mine and believe me...it works great ! It can detect lightning when you aren't able to see it. A very good device for the price !
80138
yes,it is not affected by movement,only thing that restricts it is heavy indoor environment with electronics.perfect for a boat
876924
We use a high gain antenna and signal amplifier in a marine application with this unit. Channel tuning while the boat is moving is not very good. I spoke with a local car audio company and they indicated that this is a common problem with all digital TV tuners. That is, they don't work very well when in motion.
32421
It all depends on the boat. The smaller and lighter the boat the better they seem to work.especially once on plane which is why you would put it on anyway. It does make my boat feel less squirrelly but the manufacturer does state you can loose control on certain boats. I guess you just have to try it and see if it works for you
359753
According to the instructions, it should only be used for marine batteries when off the boat. If operated in a confined space it could cause an explosion.
1655185
I would guess that it wouldn't work on a dock unless you built something to hang it from. Its made to hang over the gunwale of speed boat.
1498179
Yes. It will work just as well in a boat. Just follow the directions that come with it.
184194
No. It works while still in the vehicle. I used it on my lawn mower and jet ski and it works well.
72833
The cable wouldn't be long enough. If you need a tach for a boat, I would get a real tach wired in. Help is a long way on the water. This should be used more for a service application or mounted on smaller motors. It will work with your boat motor though if you're looking to do diagnostic work
2158578
I do not see any reason why it would not work with saltwater due to no bearings to worry about and everything s plated or painted. All in all its a great unit to have. I liked it so well i now have 2 of them. One on each end of the boat.
1900345
Mine is mounted on the console of my boat, its maybe a little smaller than a grapefruit. Works well.
2114941
We have installed on our houseboat for reception while we are out on the water. We are picking up stations - clearly- that we could not get before. I know that doesn't answer your specific question but this works well for the financial investment
1258965
Yes it will work. How long it will last depends on alot of things such as the size of the boat, the speed you are running it at, etc etc.
1812150
It could work for a boat . But this isn't a marine amp . So you would need to install it in a place that won't get wet at all.
960118
YES. We have been using it in our boat galley for many years. It works fine. Anchor it down if you are in motion. We made a device out of metal plumbing strap to anchor ours down, as the boat is always in motion, even when docked. Happy Travelling.
2241853
Yes, it will also work on land. It will however be a bit bulkier than a traditional land detector as it is designed for under water use.
2024713
It comes with a transducer that is mounted on a suction cup that sticks on the boat's transom. The transducer is also attached to a long cord that goes to the main unit. So he should be good to go!
1602025
Yes it can be used with boats well. Savox makes water proof servos as do most major brands that will work with the radio.