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Locally I NL bought A KP-39, after 2 year the Warning screen remained on. Local supper could not help. ONWA Taiwan advised to contact Avesmarine UK. I obtained great support from Alan with detailed i... See more
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I bought a KP39 from Aves Marine to fit in my bunk on a 55ft trawler several years ago , Alan supplied a longer than usual heavier coax extension for the aerial, with this it still receives full sa... See more
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Why can’t all companies be as helpful as Aves Marine and Onwa. During the 2 1/2 year ownership of my KP708 they have helped with showing me how to transfer WPs and Routes from Navionics to the plot... See more
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Aves Marine is authorised by Onwa Marine Electronics to sell its products in the UK and Europe. We are an approved UK re-seller and Distributor providing sales and support. We have been selling Onwa products since 2014 and our experience of Onwa products is probably greater than any other company operating in the UK. We hold a large stock of Onwa spares although we rarely need them as the product is superbly reliable. Onwa produce a large range of marine electronic navigation aids at affordable prices. Products include: multi-function chart plotters with Class B+ AIS transceivers, fish-finder/sounders, auto-pilots and professional grade radar. All new products have a 24 month warranty and all have CE and EU approval. All sales and service is carried out by AVES Marine in our premises in the ancient Tower of Udstonhead (circa 1605) in Strathaven Scotland.
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Tower of Udstonhead, ML10 6SX, Strathaven, United Kingdom
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ONWA KP-39 CHARTPLOTTER
After a lot of emails and advice, I obtained the KP-39 for the small sailing yacht that I am refurbishing. Alan really is a very knowledgeable guy when it comes to this type of equipment, unlike me, so I greatly appreciated all his advice and input. Because I am refurbishing the boat, I haven't tried the plotter at sea yet, but I've been 'sailing my desk' at home, and I am very pleased with all aspects of the plotter. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Alan to anyone looking for the right help and equipment for their boat. Thanks Alan ;-)

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KP39 Beneteau 361 …
I contacted Alan as a result of a forum recommendation. Spoke with him and he provided the sanity check on what I required and whether it would do the job. KP39 ordered and arrived within 3 days. I wired it to the 12v on board my Beneteau 361 and all worked fine. Next day I connected to the B&G network and it fed the radio, repeaters, autohelm.
I use Navionics charts and ordered from Alan. Arrived 2 days later. Downloaded charts and upgraded to all Uk version. Called Alan when on board and he advised on which way round micro SD fits and then talked me through settings. Alan has a very helpful calm manner. He then gave me some options re my Ait 200 and wifi server.
Next day identified the nmea feed and turned on the AIS and wind screens. The KP39 now overlays the chart with AIS vessels. I have a wind repeater screen down below. Depth is displayed below. Tide charts. Sun and moon rise/set data,
I spent a hour with the manual downloaded from ONWA site and now have all the basics cracked. KP39 is in the navigation desk but I have a tablet available on deck by wifi supplying info. This chartplotter does far more than the Furuno 1850 it replaced at a significantly more cost effective price whilst keeping everything nmea 0183 kept the network working exactly as before.
The plotter is more plastic feel than the 20 year old furuno, however thats progress. The buttons are positive and the screen sharp and adjustable.
Alan is somone I would go straight back to. The ONWA product is excellent, I would say no frills, but it does have frills !!! Thanks Alan

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Excellent small importer
Prompt delivery and very helpful follow up advice. The advertised demo model was unavailable, so he sent a new one unprompted.

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Recommended
Alan has been very helpful, as a newbie to the AIS system I had lots of questions, Alan guided me through the process with patience and sage advice. Top company.
Jeff Smith ~ Windrush

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Great doing business with these guys …
Great doing business with these guys their Chinese chart plotters are great

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ONWA KCOMBI 7A purchase.
Alan is extremely helpful and the purchasing experience is a cut above the chandlers. His thorough understanding of the product gives one great confidence. Mine initially had a problem but seems to be fine at the moment and if I have any further issues I'm confident they will be resolved. Onwa seems to be outstanding value and I hope I will be able to find it a useful tool to compliment charts.

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Very friendly and knowledgeable guy…
Very friendly and knowledgeable guy greets you on the phone with unbiased advice and help

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Good service
Good service. Very good chart plotter AIS transponder. The screen is a bit too reflective in bright sunlight. Needed to use external aerial. The software is a bit clunky at times. Great value for money.

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Alan is the best
Alan is the best! Product works realy well! Save travels at sea guarantaded

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Good service from agent unit yet to be…
Good service from agent unit yet to be tested

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Great 5 star service from start to…Aves Marine
Great 5 star service from start to finish. Would by from them again as first choice

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Allan goes the whole way to help and…
Allan goes the whole way to help and methodical approach to any problems.
Dave Sturrock

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I can't fault Alan for his service
I can't fault Alan for his service, knowledge and friendly attitude to any question I had before and after I placed an order with AVES Marine,
The unit I purchased was exactly as he described and will do the job I need,
I have no hesitation in recommending Alan and his company to anyone wishing to purchase marine equipment,
Regards,
Tony Pitchforth

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Very helpful and knowledgeable
Very helpful and knowledgeable
Was able to explain the gaps in my knowledge.

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Excellent service
Excellent service. Very helpful for additional parts needed. Would certainly use again.

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First class service from a…
First class service from a knowledgeable supplier with good follow up. Recommended.

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