Basic Features
OpenCpn uses some basic settings.
Great Circles can be created with external programs and imported as gpx routes. See here and here.
Let's take a look at some of OpenCPN's basic features.
- Courses are always true, not magnetic .
- Distances are measured in Nautical Miles (meters for very short distances, less than a cable).
- All distances and routes are calculated using Mercator Sailing, not Great Circles.
- Knots is used for speed.
Great Circles can be created with external programs and imported as gpx routes. See here and here.
Let's take a look at some of OpenCPN's basic features.