Overview

The B&G H5000 Analog is a range of analogue instrument displays that put key sailing data on a clear dial, fed from an H5000 or H3000 instrument system. The display options cover wind angle (including 0 to 360 degrees), wind speed (0 to 50 KT), boat speed (up to 12.5 KT or 25 KT), depth (to 200 m), plus heading, rudder angle, and a feet and fathoms depth scale.

These are display-only instruments, so they rely on the connected processor and sensors to generate the numbers. They use a front-mounted, low-profile housing with clear night lighting and a toughened glass display window, which makes them a good fit for cockpit and helm positions that see spray, sun, and constant vibration.

Key features

• Front-mounted, low-profile analogue display format that suits cockpit pods, helm panels, and nav stations
• Daisy-chain installation option for cleaner routing when adding multiple instruments to the same station
• Clear night lighting for readable dial markings during night watches
• Toughened glass display window with a mechanical build meant for life under way
• Compatible with both H5000 and H3000 systems
• Square footprint around 4.5 in x 4.5 in, with depth around 2.7 in behind the panel
• 2-year warranty

Variants

The dial function is what changes across the range. Options include apparent and true wind angle (360-degree scales), a magnified apparent wind angle dial, apparent and true wind speed (0 to 50 KT), boat speed dials (up to 12.5 KT or 25 KT), depth to 200 m, a feet and fathoms depth scale, plus dedicated heading and rudder angle displays.

Match the dial to the data you already have available on your network and the units you want to see at a glance. For example, depth is available with a metres dial or a feet and fathoms dial, and wind can be shown as angle, speed, or both as separate instruments.

Installation and setup

These displays are built for a front-mount installation, so the face sits cleanly on the panel while the body drops in behind it. Before cutting, confirm you have enough clearance for roughly 2.7 in of rear depth, plus room for the network cable bend radius.

The daisy-chain option helps when you are adding multiple instruments at the helm or in the cockpit. Plan your backbone and drops so the wiring stays protected from foot traffic, locker gear, and sharp edges.

Compatibility and system fit

This range is intended for boats running B&G H5000 or H3000 systems, where the processor and sensors handle the measurements and the analogue display provides the quick-read view. Make sure your system includes the right source data for the dial you are choosing, such as wind sensors for angle and speed, a speed and depth transducer for boat speed and depth, and a heading source or rudder feedback where applicable.

Use cases on board

These instruments make sense when you want a fast glance at wind, speed, depth, heading, or rudder without scrolling pages on a multifunction display. They are commonly mounted where trimmers and helmsman can read them from a normal working stance, including the cockpit coamings, pedestal pods, and the nav station on larger yachts.

Maintenance and care

Rinse salt off the face with fresh water after heavy spray days and wipe the glass with a soft cloth to keep the dial easy to read. If you ever open panels for service, check the cable run for chafe points and keep connections clean and dry.