How many times have
you thought how easy life would be if you could have an Internet connection on
your boat?
When we go sailing, there are times when we may miss an Internet
connection, and more in this technological age in which we live, where not
being connected is always a disadvantage.
Having access to the Internet on board our boat can help us in
many situations. One of them is that we can know data in real time online
about the meteorology, which gives us greater security to navigate.
On the other hand, it allows us to be in contact with the people
waiting for us on land, an advantage considering that we may have any type of
accident or need assistance at sea.
Not to mention the hours of entertainment that we can have with an
Internet connection on our longest trips. Surfing the net, watching movies
on Netflix, listening to music on Spotify and many more activities are possible
thanks to being connected.
Some other advantages are being able to install video surveillance
system by CCTV cameras, alarm systems or remote control on the PLC automatons
installed on the ship.
For all these advantages it is convenient that we think about
implementing the necessary technology to have access to the Internet on our
boat.
Today we show you the options you use to have a WiFi connection on
board.
WiFi connection on your boat through the port network.
The simplest option, we connect to the port's WiFi network and
have Internet access.
The negative here is the saturation of that network, often free
and with no maintenance or quality, which causes us frustrations. In
addition, as we move away from the port we will lose the WiFi signal. It
is therefore, in most cases, a momentary solution that will not help us when we
are sailing, out of port.
Internet on your boat via satellite.
Another option is to hire website ranking satellite internet. In this way we
will have a guaranteed Internet connection anywhere in the world. But the
disadvantages are clear, it is a system with a high price, you need to buy
specific equipment and the bandwidth they offer is very low, so the browsing
speed is slow. This is valid as an option in case of emergency, but not
for entertainment and / or navigation. In addition, the annual contracts
that they offer us are out of our use and cost, for only a few months of
navigation.
4G router and 4G antenna to have Internet on your boat.
We are clear about it, the best way to have Internet on your boat
is to buy a 4G Router and a 4G Antenna. The combination of these devices
with a SIM card and a good data rate will provide you with an Internet
connection that does not fail in almost any situation. Also, the price of
a 4G router or an antenna is always very affordable compared to other nautical
electronics.
You will have a great bandwidth that can satisfy all your Internet
needs on board, the coverage is wide, you could make a journey of several miles
without losing the connection at any time. Also, the price of a 4G antenna
is affordable, very easy to install and allows you to expand the reception
signal and speed.
To enjoy the Internet connection on your boat we offer you 2
special packages:
Internet Basic Pack for Boats: 4G Cumulus Router + 4G Poynting
Puck 2-W Antenna
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Quality and inexpensive 4G Internet.
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It works as a WiFi access point or to connect to existing
networks.
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Cat.6 category 4G-LTE module.
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Download speed: up to 300 Mbps.
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Poynting Puck 2-W MIMO antenna, high performance and quality.
This pack is aimed at those who want to enjoy an Internet
connection on their boat with good speed and economically. The combination
of the Router and the Antenna provide us with a fast and stable connection.
Premium Internet Pack for Boats: Dual 4G Router Stratus + 2
OMNI-402 Poynting Antennas
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Dual module 4G-LTE category Cat.12 (600 + 600 Mbps)
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"Load Balancer" and high availability
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3 simultaneous WiFi radios
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Poynting OMNI-402 antennas: MiMo 4G.
This pack is designed forr the most demanding users who want to
have a high-speed Internet connection on their boat and not lose coverage at
any time. (Internet at maximum speed and with high availability)
The Stratus 4G Router is Cat.12, it has 2 4G modules and
each of them can reach 600Mb of download speed. On the other hand, it is
capable of connecting to existing WiFi networks in both 2.4GHz and 5GHz and can
act as an access point.
By having 2 modules, there is the possibility of using two SIM
cards from different operators. This offers us, on the one hand, to have
twice the speed and on the other, in the event that one operator fails, we will
always have the other available. It's like having 2 different Internet
connections.
In addition, the Cat.12 category of the 4G modules allows them to
be connected to several frequencies or base antennas at the same time, which
gives us: security and speed. Without any doubt, this is the Premium
option that offers the best guarantees.
On the other hand, antennas Poynting OMNI-402 i ncorporan
technology MIMO (Multiple Input, Output
Multile) that ensures increased reliability, reception and
signal performance. In addition, its assembly is simple and
has protection against UV rays and sea water.
Another cheaper option is to use the OMNI-496 Poynting antenna ,
but this will only allow us to connect to existing WiFi networks.
Poynting antennas stand out
for their durability and reliability, it is a leading brand in the sector,
always at the forefront of connectivity.
On the other hand, the Cumulus and Stratus routers are Norwegian-made equipment, created by
specialists in maritime and industrial communications.