FarSounder Argos 3D forward looking sonar: next-level navigation and safety
Integrating a FarSounder Argos 3D Forward Looking Sonar system during a refit presents a unique opportunity to upgrade a vessel’s navigational capabilities and overall safety significantly. Argos can detect what lies ahead beneath the surface in real time, with a range of up to 1,000 meters. A refit is about upgrades and enhancements, not only to the yacht’s aesthetics and functionality but also to its technology. Adding Argos, the most advanced 3D forward looking sonar technology available, during this process provides peace of mind today. With continual complimentary software enhancements, the system will also take you into the future.
FarSounder’s latest innovations transform the user experience. At the heart of the next software release, we are rolling out a reimagined User Interface (UI). It features a 3D environment with aerial imagery and nautical charts, layered with Argos Sonar data. Overlays of AIS and ARPA targets are included, letting operators see moving and static hazards in context. The result is a cleaner, smarter way to view and interpret the navigation data.
First and foremost, the UI is a versatile app that works across platforms. Whether you’re using an iPad on deck, a laptop in the chart room, or an ECDIS on the bridge, you have full access to this advanced display. This cross-platform compatibility means captains and officers are no longer tied to a single station for full situational awareness. The UI has been optimized for both touch and mouse input, making it equally responsive on tablets and traditional bridge consoles. This gives yacht captains the luxury of flexibility.
Another elevated feature in the user experience is an integration with SEA.AI camera systems. For vessels equipped with SEA.AI, the new FarSounder UI also includes SEA.AI targets in its display. This marks a significant advance in situational awareness. Captains can see potential threats and obstacles not just below the waterline but also above it. From whales and reefs to surface vessels, the system brings together optical and sonar detections into one coherent, live view of what lies ahead. Instead of switching between screens, users have a single, comprehensive navigation display fusing all of the vessel’s sensors. The result is a clear understanding of the environment ahead.
In addition to real-time information, Argos also builds and stores a map of the seafloor that will be recalled when you return. This information is included in the latest UI and is valuable for making early navigation decisions. Your map can also be anonymously shared across the fleet and contributed to Seabed 2030. In return, you’ll have access to the aggregate map of everyone’s contributions.
These innovations are a shift in how bridge crews are able to interact with their navigation tools at sea. A refit is an ideal time to consolidate and streamline a yacht’s various navigational systems. From voyage planning to shallow water navigation, the new UI and integrations will be invaluable. These steps are designed for crews who want agility, insight, and accurate information in real time. FarSounder’s approach prioritizes the user, resulting in a next-generation interface that enhances safety, efficiency, and confidence on every voyage.
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