Lowrance POINT1 GPS Module
Lowrance POINT1 GPS Module — Product description
Enhance your boating experience with the Lowrance Point-1 GPS module, a compact powerhouse that delivers precise position, speed, and heading data right to your marine electronics network. Unlike basic GPS antennas that only track location, this device integrates a high-performance electronic compass to provide stable heading information—even at slow speeds or when drifting. This means smoother chart overlays, reliable radar stabilization, and sharper course-over-ground tracking, helping you navigate confidently in challenging conditions like fog, tight channels, or busy harbors.
Designed for seamless integration into NMEA 2000 networks, the Point-1 shines on fishing vessels, recreational cruisers, and professional charter boats. Its rapid 10 Hz update rate ensures fluid panning on multifunction displays, reducing lag and improving situational awareness during critical maneuvers. Whether you're marking waypoints for prime fishing spots or aligning radar returns with your chartplotter, this sensor stands out for its rugged build and marine-ready performance.
Standout Performance in Real-World Boating
Boat captains and anglers praise the Point-1 for its ability to maintain heading accuracy within 3 degrees, even with moderate pitch and roll. This gyro-compensated compass cuts through interference from nearby motors or metal structures, delivering data that's trustworthy for chart rotation and radar picture stabilization. In low-speed scenarios—think anchoring or trolling—its course-over-ground calculations outperform standard GPS alone, minimizing drift errors that can throw off your position by meters.
Supporting GPS and GLONASS satellites out of the box, with Galileo readiness via software updates, it locks onto signals quickly (cold start in about 50 seconds) and holds them through tree cover or urban coastal areas. SBAS enhancements like WAAS further refine accuracy to under 5 meters horizontally, making it ideal for precise docking or reef navigation.
Key Advantages Over Standard GPS Antennas
- Heading at Any Speed: 10 Hz compass updates stabilize displays without needing vessel motion, perfect for stationary or creeping along.
- Network Simplicity: Plug-and-play with NMEA 2000 Micro-C connectors; powers up from 9-18V on your backbone.
- Tough Marine Design: Fully waterproof (IPX7-equivalent), withstands 40°C humidity, and measures just 90mm diameter by 38mm high—weighs under 0.3 lbs for easy placement.
- Versatile Mounting: Includes pole or surface hardware, plus gasket for secure, vibration-resistant installs.
- Fast GPS Lock: 32 channels, 3-second hot start, and 5-second reacquisition keep you online during power cycles.
Note: While exceptional for position and heading augmentation, it's not suited for MARPA target tracking or direct autopilot control—pair it with compatible Lowrance systems for those features.
Detailed Technical Specifications
| Networking | Details |
|---|---|
| NMEA 2000 Certified | Yes |
| Connectors | NMEA 2000 Micro-C |
| Power | Details |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 9-18V DC |
| GPS & Navigation | Details |
|---|---|
| Receiver Channels | 32 |
| Heading Accuracy | 3° |
| Horizontal Accuracy | 5 m |
| Rate of Turn Accuracy | 3° |
| Receiver Type | L1 C/A (1.575 GHz), L2 C/A (1.602 GHz) |
| Satellite Reacquisition | 5 seconds |
| Environmental & Physical | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch/Roll Error | 1° at 30° |
| Diameter | 90 mm |
| Height | 38 mm |
| Weight | 0.3 lbs |
| Humidity Tolerance | 93% RH at 40°C |
| Start-up Times | Hot: 3s / Cold: 50s |
Everything You Need for Quick Setup
Get up and running with minimal hassle. The kit includes a 4-foot antenna cable, T-connector for easy NMEA 2000 drop-in, spat/pole mount, hardware, gasket seal, and straightforward install guide. Surface-mount on t-tops or pole it high for optimal sky view—calibration is automatic on power-up.
- Antenna with 4' cable
- NMEA 2000 T-connector
- Spat/pole mounting kit
- Hardware and gasket
- Installation guide
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Lowrance Point-1 different from a regular GPS antenna?
It combines GPS positioning with an integrated electronic compass for 10 Hz heading data, enabling chart stabilization and radar overlays at any speed, unlike position-only units.
Which displays is the Point-1 compatible with?
It connects directly to HDS Gen2, HDS Gen2 Touch, Elite-7 series, or any NMEA 2000 network for broad compatibility.
Does it support multiple satellite constellations?
Yes, it handles GPS and GLONASS natively, with Galileo support via future updates, plus SBAS like WAAS for enhanced accuracy.
Can the Point-1 be used with autopilot systems?
No, it's optimized for position and heading data, not recommended for MARPA or direct autopilot integration.
What is the heading accuracy of this module?
It delivers 3-degree heading accuracy with 10 Hz updates, stable even at low speeds or with boat motion.
How should I mount the Point-1 for best results?
Use the included spat/pole mount in a clear sky-view location, away from motors or magnetic interference; it's fully waterproof for exposed installs.
What power does it require?
Operates on 9-18V DC from your NMEA 2000 network—no separate power supply needed.
The Lowrance Point-1 is the ideal position and heading device. The Point-1 provides extremely accurate and rapid boat position and speed updates. In addition - unlike other position-only antennas - the Point-1 provides heading for accurate boat direction at any speed and for radar/chart overlay.
The Point-1 easily connects to any HDS Gen2, HDS Gen2 Touch or Elite-7 display or any NMEA 2000® network. It is fully waterproof and can be pole or surface mounted on any boat.
Key Features- NMEA 2000® position and heading sensor
- Supports GPS and GLONASS, Galileo-capable with future software update
- Supports SBAS including WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS
- 10 Hz updates for smooth and accurate location
- Integrated electronic compass provides 10Hz heading for chart stabilization and radar overlay, plus accurate course over ground even at low speeds
- Compact, rugged design for all marine environments and fully waterproof
- Includes spat/pole mount
- Not recommended for use with MARPA or Autopilot
| Networking Connectors | |
| NMEA 2000 Certified | Yes |
| Connectors | NMEA 2000 Micro C |
| Power | |
| Power Supply (Supply Voltage) | 9v-18v |
| GPS Navigation | |
| GPS Receiver Channels | 32 |
| Heading Accuracy | 3 degrees |
| Horizontal Accuracy | 5 m |
| Rate of Turn | 3 degrees |
| Receiver Type | L1, C/A code, 1.575 GHz Frequency/ L2 C/A code, 1.602 GHz Frequency |
| Satellite Reacquisition | 5 seconds |
| Information | |
| Picth/Roll Angle | @30 degrees 1 grade error |
| Other | |
| Other Features |
Start-up Time: 3 seconds Cold Start: 50 seconds |
| Technical/Environmental | |
| Diameter [mm] | 90 mm |
| Humidity | 40 degrees C, 93%RH, operating |
| Product Height [mm] | 38 |
| Product Depth [mm] | 90 |
| Product Weight | 0.3 lbs (approximately) |
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What's in the box- Antenna/4' cable
- T connector
- Spat/pole mount
- Mounting hardware
- Gasket seal
- Install guide
"\"The Lowrance Point-1 is the ideal position and heading device. The Point-1 provides extremely accurate and rapid boat position and speed updates. In addition - unlike other position-only antennas - ..."
SKU: NVN-1002258
MPN: 000-11047-001
UPC: 9420024122785
Technical specifications
| Brand | Lowrance |
| Model | Lowrance POINT1 GPS Module |
| SKU / MFR# | 1002258 |
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