Australia-New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Fiji, French Polynesia - MAX

This is an electronic navigational chart from C-MAP, part of the MAX product family. It is supplied on a physical media card and covers a large geographical area including Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Fiji, and French Polynesia.

This C-MAP MAX chart provides extended coverage of the Oceania region. It specifically includes the following areas:

AustraliaNew ZealandPapua New Guinea (PNG)VanuatuNew CaledoniaFijiFrench Polynesia

C-MAP MAX family charts are vector charts enriched for navigation. They typically include advanced features such as:

Detailed port and marina information.Precise port plans.Tide and current data.Safety alarms (Guardian Alarm).Information on navigation aids and depth contours.

This C-MAP chart is supplied as a "Media Card", meaning it is a preloaded physical memory card with chart data. The exact format is typically an SD or microSD card, often supplied with an adapter, ready to be inserted into a compatible device.

Yes, C-MAP MAX family charts generally include dynamic data such as tide forecasts and current information, which is essential for coastal and estuarine navigation planning in covered areas.

Yes, C-MAP MAX charts are known for including highly detailed plans of harbors, marinas, and approach zones. This information often includes available services, points of interest, and dock configurations, making entry and exit from ports easier.

The term "MegaWide" in the context of C-MAP charts, and specifically for this product, indicates a very wide geographic coverage area. This means the chart covers an extensive region, such as Oceania in this case, on a single media card, providing continuous navigation over long distances without needing to switch charts.

Yes, C-MAP MAX charts include safety features, including the Guardian Alarm system. This function alerts the navigator to potential hazards along the route based on depth and other chart data, contributing to safer navigation.

Yes, thanks to its "MegaWide" coverage and the detailed cartographic data it contains, this C-MAP MAX chart is designed for use both in offshore navigation over long ocean crossings and in detailed coastal navigation, with precise information on depths, aids to navigation, and harbor infrastructure.

This C-MAP MAX card contains complete vector chart data, including:

Depth contours and spot soundingsNavigation aids (lighthouses, buoys)Hazard information (wrecks, rocks)Port plans and marina detailsTide and current informationRelevant coastal and land features for navigation

C-MAP MAX charts are designed to be compatible with a wide range of chartplotters and multifunction displays (MFD) from major marine electronics brands. Compatible brands typically include manufacturers like Lowrance, Simrad, and B&G, which are part of the Navico group, as well as other brands that support the C-MAP MAX format.

No, the C-MAP MAX chart family is a newer generation than the C-MAP NT+ charts. While both are C-MAP products, they use different data formats. This C-MAP MAX chart is not directly compatible with chartplotters designed specifically for C-MAP NT+ charts without a software or hardware update for the device, if available.

The media card is usually an SD card (Secure Digital) or a microSD card (with an included SD adapter). These are standard formats for memory cards used in most modern chartplotters.

It is strongly recommended to ensure that the internal software (firmware) of your chartplotter is up to date with the latest available version. This guarantees optimal compatibility and allows access to all features provided by the C-MAP MAX chart. Check the manufacturer's website for software updates.

Using this C-MAP MAX card with PC navigation software depends on the specific software. Some PC planning or navigation software may support C-MAP MAX cards via a compatible card reader, while others may require different licenses or card formats. It is advisable to check compatibility directly with the PC software publisher.

Installation is straightforward:

Power off your chartplotter.Locate the SD card slot(s) on your device (usually protected by a waterproof cap).Gently insert the C-MAP MAX card into the correct slot, aligning it with the indicated insertion direction.Reclose the protective cap if necessary.Power on your chartplotter. The device should automatically detect the new cartography.

No, the C-MAP MAX card is delivered preloaded and ready to use. It is not necessary to format it before first use. Formatting would erase the chart data and render the card unusable.

After inserting the card and restarting your chartplotter, the device should automatically detect the new mapping. You may need to navigate through your chartplotter’s settings menu to select the C-MAP card as the primary chart source or to adjust the display options for map details according to your preferences.

No, the C-MAP MAX card is a physical media card that contains all the necessary chart data. You do not need an internet connection to install or activate it on your chartplotter. All information is stored directly on the card.

Cartographic data on C-MAP MAX charts is protected and tied to the physical media card. Data cannot generally be transferred or copied from the card to another device or memory card. Each card is a unique license for the data it contains.