{"product_id":"si-tex-explorer-navpro-charting-system-control-unit-w-wi-fi","title":"SI-TEX Explorer NavPro Charting System Control Unit w\/Wi-Fi","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSI-TEX Explorer NavPro Charting System Control Unit w\/Wi-Fi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe SI-TEX Explorer NavPro transforms virtually any standard HDMI flat panel monitor into a full-featured C-MAP electronic charting system, giving boaters a powerful and flexible two-piece navigation solution. The compact controller unit connects to most LCD displays with HDMI input, opening up unlimited mounting possibilities aboard any vessel. Featuring a waterproof trackpad and intuitive soft-key operating system, the NavPro delivers remarkably easy chart navigation without sacrificing capability. Compatible with C-MAP MAX charts and Navionics Platinum+ cartography, this system delivers some of the most detailed and current chart coverage available on the water.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhether you're running coastal passages or exploring unfamiliar inlets, the NavPro's Guardian Grounding Alarm adds a critical layer of safety by alerting you when your course brings you too close to shallow water or underwater hazards. With NMEA-2000 and NMEA-0183 connectivity, 4GB of mark\/track\/waypoint storage, and optional expansion for fishfinding, radar, and GPS, the Explorer NavPro grows with your navigation needs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurns Any HDMI Monitor into a Chartplotter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects to most standard LCD flat panel monitors via HDMI - no proprietary display required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eC-MAP MAX Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with C-MAP MAX Micro SD chart cards for high-detail coverage of coasts, waterways, and ports worldwide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNavionics Platinum+ Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Also supports optional Navionics Platinum+ cartography for even more chart choices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuardian Grounding Alarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Programmable anti-grounding feature warns you if your current heading takes you into dangerously shallow water or near underwater obstacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof Trackpad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, weather-resistant cursor control for plotting, scrolling, panning, and menu navigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4GB Mark, Track \u0026amp; Waypoint Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nearly unlimited onboard storage for routes, waypoints, and track history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNMEA-2000 \u0026amp; NMEA-0183 Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full compatibility for interfacing with depth sounders, speed sensors, autopilots, and other onboard electronics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Wi-Fi Radar Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with the SI-TEX MDS-12 Network Radome - a 4kW, 24-inch compact radome with up to 36-nm range that wirelessly overlays radar targets onto charts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controller unit mounts tabletop, bulkhead, or flush - and can be positioned up to 6 feet away from the display unit. Includes trunion bracket and mounting knobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the optional ES502 Fishfinder Module to turn the NavPro into an all-in-one GPS Charting System and Fishfinder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable With or Without GPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the base unit (No GPS Antenna) or add the GPK-11 GPS\/WAAS antenna for integrated position and speed data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Options \u0026amp; Which to Choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo GPS Antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e The control unit only, without any GPS receiver. Best for boaters who already have a dedicated GPS or chartplotter onboard and want to use an existing NMEA position feed - or plan to add a GPS receiver separately later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ew\/ GPK-11 GPS Antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes the GPK-11 50-channel GPS\/WAAS antenna for fully integrated position tracking right out of the box. Ideal for installations where you want a complete, standalone charting solution with speed, course, and arrival time displayed from a single system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips free! Please email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplorer NavPro Charting System Control Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrunion bracket and mounting knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGPK-11 GPS\/WAAS antenna (w\/ GPK-11 model only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe SI-TEX Explorer NavPro is built for boaters who want professional-grade electronic charting without being locked into a proprietary display. By working with virtually any HDMI monitor, it gives you the freedom to choose the screen size and placement that fits your helm layout perfectly. SI-TEX has built a reputation over decades as a trusted name in marine electronics, and the NavPro carries that tradition forward with robust construction, thoughtful safety features like the Guardian Grounding Alarm, and a user-friendly soft-key interface. The system's expandability - from optional fishfinder modules to Wi-Fi radar - means it can grow alongside your boating adventures for years to come. Whether you're a weekend cruiser or a seasoned offshore navigator, the Explorer NavPro delivers the situational awareness and reliability you need on the water.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChart Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC-MAP MAX Micro SD, Navionics Platinum+ (optional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisplay Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI (connects to standard LCD monitors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGPS Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable without GPS or with GPK-11 50-channel GPS\/WAAS receiver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eData Interfaces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMEA-2000, NMEA-0183\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4GB Mark, Track, and Waypoint storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eController-to-Display Distance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 6 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMounting Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTabletop, bulkhead, or flush mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptional Radar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSI-TEX MDS-12 Wi-Fi Radome (4kW, 24-inch, 36-nm range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptional Fishfinder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eES502 Fishfinder Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChart Modes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorth-up and Course-up (with GPS input)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/172287051216216185311475094044ExplorerNavPro_final.pdf?v=1792534898\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explorer NavPro Brochure\"\u003eExplorer NavPro Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/172287053716216185571601317759SI-TEX_NavPro_5.4.xR_User_Manual_eng__1.pdf?v=1792534903\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explorer NavPro Product Manual\"\u003eExplorer NavPro Product Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Explorer NavPro come with a display\/monitor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eNo - the Explorer NavPro is the control unit only. It is designed to connect to any standard HDMI LCD flat panel monitor that you already own or purchase separately. This gives you full flexibility to choose your preferred screen size and placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the \"No GPS Antenna\" and the \"w\/ GPK-11 GPS Antenna\" models?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe \"No GPS Antenna\" model includes only the NavPro control unit, ideal for boaters who already have a GPS source onboard connected via NMEA. The \"w\/ GPK-11\" model adds SI-TEX's 50-channel GPS\/WAAS antenna, giving you fully integrated position, speed, and course data right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat chart cards does the Explorer NavPro use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe NavPro uses C-MAP MAX Micro SD chart cards, which provide high-detail coverage for coastal and inland waterways worldwide. It is also compatible with optional Navionics Platinum+ cartography cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I add radar or fishfinding capability?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The NavPro can be paired with the optional SI-TEX MDS-12 Wi-Fi Network Radome for wireless radar overlay directly on your charts. You can also add the optional ES502 Fishfinder Module to turn the system into an all-in-one GPS chartplotter and fishfinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the Guardian Grounding Alarm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe Guardian Grounding Alarm is a programmable safety feature that monitors your current heading and alerts you if your course is taking you into water that is too shallow for your vessel's draft. It provides an important layer of protection against running aground near shoals, sandbars, or submerged obstacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the control unit be mounted separately from the monitor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The NavPro controller can be mounted up to 6 feet away from the display unit, which greatly expands your installation options. It supports tabletop, bulkhead, and flush mounting, and comes with a trunion bracket and mounting knobs for easy setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Si-Tex","offers":[{"title":"No GPS Antenna","offer_id":57019066220849,"sku":"EXPLORERNAVPROWIFI","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"w\/ GPK-11 GPS Antenna","offer_id":57019066253617,"sku":"EXPLORERNAVPROWIFIW","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/172287049316216185041475093817ExplorerNavPro-nauticomp-WEB.jpg?v=1792534907","url":"https:\/\/omahasportsandgames.com\/products\/si-tex-explorer-navpro-charting-system-control-unit-w-wi-fi","provider":"Omaha Sports \u0026 Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}