GS165 and eS98 network

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Q1. Okay- So the gS165 would be my Master with the GA-150 antenna and the RMK-9 remote.
A1. Not quite correct. While the gS165 would be configured as the Data Master, the GA150 is not compatible with gS-Series MFDs. Should the eS98 MFD not be installed along with the gS-Series MFD, then a Raystar 150 GPS Sensor would need to be interfaced to the gS165.

Q2: I could then add a eS98 or more likely an A98. The A98 would be a clean install, no need for the eS keypad. The A98 would also give me built in Down Vision to go along with my CP470.
A2: While there is nothing technically incorrect with this statement, MFD lacking a keypad not typically be recommended to be installed in locations where they may be exposed to wet operating conditions, as touch screen operation may be adversely affected in wet operating conditions. In such conditions, it would be recommended that a MFD featuring a keypad be installed and that the MFD have a Touch Lock feature (makes touch screen inactive to permit interaction strictly via keypad). As a-Series MFDs do not feature a keypad, they do not offer a Touch Lock feature.

Q3. I guess I could use a gS95, but that unit would not include the down vision and be double the price of the A98. But the A98 is back to the surface coating on the screen which I'm try to stay away from. either way the 9" screen will come later so I have time to think about it.
A3. Please note that it is possible to interface a gS-Series MFD to a CP100 CHIRP(Conical) Sonar / DownVision Sonar Fishfinder Module w/compatible transducer to support this same fishfinding capability without having to install another MFD onboard.