MASTER CONTROL PANEL

           Main Screen  - This is the starting point for all of the great features you will find within BoatScope. The screen is separated into three modules, two of which are based on search criteria. The upper module facilitates searches throughout all of our databases using the boat identification number or numbers. The lower module is designated exclusively for vessels which are documented with the U.S. Coast Guard. On the right side of the screen you will find a search resources module with links to supplemental information and additional searches.

UPPER MODULE - ALL DATABASES

          Search Results Summary - The Search Databases button will return a summary of findings from all of our databases based on the boat identification criteria. A corresponding Details link  for each record will show a breakdown of the respective data. This search will also look for any identification number cross-references found in the various data sources.
          Boat Status Report - The Status Report button will initiate a complete analysis of the boat's standing based on its identification criteria. This includes findings from all of our databases with a cross-check for other related identification numbers. This is an extremely valuable tool for use in researching the boat's overall title status.
          Hull Number Validation - The Validate Hull Number button will analyze the hull identification number shown in the search criteria to see if it conforms to Coast Guard formatting requirements. A validation report is then shown which offers a breakdown of the various hull number elements.
          Manufacturer Data - The Verify Manufacturer button will obtain details about the boat's builder from our manufacturer's database. This search is based on the first three letters of the hull number criteria which serves as the manufacturer's identification code.

LOWER MODULE - COAST GUARD DATABASE

          Vessel Summary - The Vessel Summary button will produce a condensed list of all vessels that match the search criteria entered into the lower module. This will include a details link which will generate a breakdown of all specifications for the subject vessel.
           Browse Vessels - The Browse Vessels button will allow the user to scroll through selected records one at a time. It also contains buttons for the printing of individual mailing labels, standard envelopes, and mailers. It is a great service for handling smaller listings on the fly without having to download the information. Although corporate and other legal ownership information is still available, the Coast Guard is now restricting such information for individual owners.