PRE OWNED SKIPPER GDS-101 SKIPPER GDS-101 MARINE ECHOSOUNDER

The Skipper GDS-101 is a professional-grade depth sounder that features a large, high-contrast color LCD and a highly sensitive digital transceiver. It is designed to meet and exceed all IMO requirements for depth-sounding equipment. A key characteristic of the GDS-101 is its flexibility; it can be used with a wide variety of transducers (typically 38 kHz, 50 kHz, or 200 kHz), making it an excellent choice for both newbuilds and retrofits in the Indian maritime sector.

The system emphasizes data integrity and ease of use. It includes a built-in memory for recording up to 24 hours of depth history, which is essential for navigational safety and regulatory compliance. Its interface is designed for rapid information retrieval, with large, clear digital depth readings and a graphical echogram that helps the bridge team visualize the seabed profile and identify potential hazards like sandbanks or shipwrecks.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

-- Model: GDS-101

-- Manufacturer: Skipper Electronics AS (Norway)

-- Display: 10.4-inch High-Resolution Color TFT LCD

-- Frequency Options: 38 kHz, 50 kHz, or 200 kHz (Single frequency)

-- Output Power: 1 kW (RMS)

-- Depth Range: 0.5 meters to 1,600 meters (Frequency dependent)

-- Accuracy: Better than 1% of the selected range

-- Data Memory: 24-hour internal memory for depth and position history

-- Interfaces: 2x NMEA 0183 Outputs (DPT, DBT), 1x NMEA Input (GPS), VGA Output

-- Supply Voltage: 100-240V AC or 24V DC

-- Alarms: Shallow water, Deep water, System fault

-- Compliance: IMO Res. MSC.74(69) Annex 4, Wheelmark Certified

KEY FEATURES & APPLICATIONS

-- Advanced Signal Processing: Uses proprietary digital filtering to eliminate "noise" from the ship's engine and hull vibration, ensuring a stable bottom lock at all times.

-- Paperless Data Management: The GDS-101 eliminates the need for paper rolls by storing a rolling 24-hour log of depth, time, and coordinates. This data can be reviewed directly on the screen to satisfy inspection requirements.

-- Draft and Trim Compensation: Allows for easy manual adjustment of the vessel's draught, enabling the display to show the exact "Depth Below Keel," which is vital for docking.

-- VGA and NMEA Connectivity: Includes a standard VGA port for repeating the display at the back of the bridge or in the captain's office, and provides stable NMEA outputs for VDR and ECDIS integration.

-- Multiple Viewing Modes: Features several color palettes, including a specialized "Night Mode" that protects the officer of the watch’s night vision.

-- Rugged Marine Housing: Built with high-grade aluminum and specialized seals, the GDS-101 is designed to handle the high humidity and temperature of tropical shipping routes.

TYPICAL CONDITION (USED/REFURBISHED)

Our refurbished Skipper GDS-101 units from Alang ship-recycling yards are put through a rigorous technical overhaul. We verify the Transceiver Module for precise frequency timing and power output. The 10.4-inch LCD is checked for backlight stability and color fidelity. We also perform a comprehensive test of the NMEA 0183 ports to ensure they are communicating correctly with bridge data networks. Every unit is factory-reset and supplied with a fresh performance certificate from our technical facility in Bhavnagar.

COMPATIBLE BRAND MODELS:

Skipper GDS-101, Skipper GDS-102, Skipper ESN-200, Furuno FE-700, Furuno FE-800, JRC JFE-380, JRC JFE-680, Consilium E1, Consilium E2, Sperry Marine ES-5100, Raytheon Anschütz GDS-101.

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