True magnetic tactical compass with “3 levels of sensitivity”
All-in-one multi constellation GPS receiver (GPS+GLONASS+GALILEO+BEIDOU) coupled with a 9 axis gyro gimballed magnetic digital compass.
It delivers precise and reliable heading information to help you to tack and jibe at the most suitable times.
Through a simple push button, the sub-modes let you decide the required sensitivity (High / Medium / Low) based on your boat, your style, and the current weather conditions.
GPS speedo & compass
The over ground speed measured by the GPS receiver is provided with several level of sensitivity (High / Medium / Low).
Access the trip distance, the GPS heading, and the maximum speed.
Live MNEA data Bluetooth broadcasted
Transmits all navigation data (GPS/heading/roll/pitch) in real time wirelessly via Bluetooth to PC/MAC software (e.g. OPENCPM http://opencpn.org)
Waypoints & routes
Memorize up to 100 Waypoints and 20 routes.
The Novasail Wireless Manager software combined with the ease of use of Google Earth allows you to manage easily the waypoints and the routes sent wirelessly to your NS360 Pro.
VMG mode & central bargraph
Immediate access to the “velocity made good” and the wind variation by the bargraph and the recording of the port/starboard headings combined with the lift/header icons.
Fully upgradable
The embedded firmware of the NS360 Pro is upgradable thanks to its embedded bluetooth transceiver: new features and firmware upgrades are available in our download area.
The easiest count-down timer
Press the timer button to get the 5 minute sequence started. Re-synchronize to any minute while counting by using the arrows.
GPS Data-logger
Hundred of hours of sailing data can be recorded and transferred wirelessly through Bluetooth to your computer for post-races analysis.
More features
- Body made to survive toughest conditions
- A single AA battery will last for more than 30 hours
- Enhanced night vision with an amber backlight
Deddicated user inteface for the start
With a dedicated button for the timer and two dedicated ones for the boat and pin, anyone in the crew can launch the start sequence immediately while focusing on the boat performances. The symbols on the buttons and their positions make the misunderstanding and wrong usage totally impossible with an easy access on starboard tack.
Control your device from your Apple Watch
Distance to the start line
The NS360 Pro start line distance function combines a highly accurate GPS and a gyro gimballed 9 axis magnetic compass to pinpoint exactly where you are relative to the line.
- A +/- sign indicates clearly which side of the line you are.
- Unique bow offset gives the exact distance from your bow to the line.
- Ends can be ‘pinged’ whilst traveling in any direction.
- Boat/pin end buttons: dedicated buttons make storing the start line easy and intuitive.
OpenWind is now compatible with the NS360 Pro
It connects directly via Bluetooth, no cables are required. Apparent and true wind extra menus. Check out OpenWind wind instrument here.
360° Product View
- Speed resolution: 0.1 knots
- Minimum speed: 0.5 knots
- Heading resolution: 1º
- Display: 33 mm digit height, wide view angle, amber red backlight for night sailings
- Dimensions: 183 mm x 116 mm x 33 mm
- Lanyard/Safety leash hole to secure the device
- Bluetooth embedded for easy PC connectivity
- Weight including battery: 470 grams
- 1 AA battery: 30 hours+ run time
The Novasail Wireless Manager software is a free application for Windows and MAC that allows you to:
- Create 100 waypoints, including their coordinates and description, save and share with other users
- Import waypoints directly from GoogleEarth
- Create 20 routes
- Setup your 360 Pro
- Download your GPS traces
- Download new firmwares and features for your NOVASAIL unit
Product Comparison
NS360 Pro
33 mm digit height, wide view angle-
Lanyard/Safety leash hole to secure the device
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Multi constellation GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BEIDOU receiver
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PC app companion with Google Earth support
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Ultra low power amber backlight
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30 hours+ run time on a single AA battery
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GPS logger
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Bluetooth + upgradable/configurable through Bluetooth
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100 Waypoints + 20 routes
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Light sensor for automatic backlight
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Buzzer
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Advanced regatta functions
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Central bargraph
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High accuracy 9-axis true Magnetic Compass
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'VMG' mode
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Dedicated Header/Lift wind shift indicator icons
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Live NMEA data broadcast through Bluetooth to PC/MAC
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Bluetooth communication with iPhone/Apple watch/solar anemometer
NS-START Pro
33 mm digit height, wide view angle-
Lanyard/Safety leash hole to secure the device
-
Multi constellation GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BEIDOU receiver
-
PC app companion with Google Earth support
-
Ultra low power amber backlight
-
30 hours+ run time on a single AA battery
-
GPS logger
-
Bluetooth + upgradable/configurable through Bluetooth
-
10 Waypoints
-
Light sensor for automatic backlight
-
Buzzer
-
Advanced regatta functions
-
Central bargraph
-
High accuracy 9-axis true Magnetic Compass
-
'VMG' mode
-
Dedicated Header/Lift wind shift indicator icons
-
Live NMEA data broadcast through Bluetooth to PC/MAC
-
Bluetooth communication with iPhone/Apple watch/solar anemometer
NS360 Pocket V2
24 mm digit height, wide view angle-
Lanyard/Safety leash hole to secure the device
-
Multi constellation GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BEIDOU receiver
-
PC app companion with Google Earth support
-
Ultra low power amber backlight
-
30 hours+ run time on a single AA battery
-
GPS logger
-
Bluetooth + upgradable/configurable through Bluetooth
-
100 Waypoints + 20 routes
-
Light sensor for automatic backlight
-
Buzzer
-
Advanced regatta functions
-
Central bargraph
-
High accuracy 9-axis true Magnetic Compass
-
'VMG' mode
-
Dedicated Header/Lift wind shift indicator icons
-
Live NMEA data broadcast through Bluetooth to PC/MAC
-
Bluetooth communication with solar anemometer
NS-START Pocket V2
24 mm digit height, wide view angle-
Lanyard/Safety leash hole to secure the device
-
Multi constellation GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BEIDOU receiver
-
PC app companion with Google Earth support
-
Ultra low power amber backlight
-
30 hours+ run time on a single AA battery
-
GPS logger
-
Bluetooth + upgradable/configurable through Bluetooth
-
No waypoints and routes
-
Light sensor for automatic backlight
-
Buzzer
-
Advanced regatta functions
-
Central bargraph
-
High accuracy 9-axis true Magnetic Compass
-
'VMG' mode
-
Dedicated Header/Lift wind shift indicator icons
-
Live NMEA data broadcast through Bluetooth to PC/MAC
-
Bluetooth communication with iPhone/Apple watch/solar anemometer