Description
The unit can receive ships on either the A or B AIS channels. In default setting it alternates between the two channels.
The AIS engine can also be used with plotters or other PC software that have an AIS input facility. Check compatibility with your software supplier. An NMEA 0183HS input at 38 400 baud is required to accept the VDM AIS strings corresponding to ITU-1371.
If your PC does not have a spare 9 pin serial port a low cost serial to USB converter is available as an optional extra.
- Receives both class A and B transmissions.
- Operating frequencies – 162.025 and 161.975 MHz.
- All available AIS messages relayed.
- Dimensions – 11.5 x 10.0 x 3.0 cm.
- NMEA RMC from GPS Various receiver parameters.
- Output format – NMEA 0183 (38400 Baud).
- Mounting via two moulded flanges.
- Supply voltage – 10 to 16 volts DC.
- Antenna input – 50 ohm BNC.
- Data connector – 9 pin ‘D’ type.
Compatible & Related Products
Useful compatible products and accessories recommended for this item.
NASA
NASA Clipper AIS Plotter/Radar
The Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a shipboard broadcast VHF transponder system, sending data about the identity of a ship. Its name, MMSI number, its latitude, longitude, speed, course and heading. All vessels over 300 gross tonnage and all passenger vessels are obliged to carry an AIS transponder. This transponder assists in traffic monitoring, management and collision prevention. The data is sent continuously and is useful to yachtsmen, particularly in busy shipping areas.
NASA
NASA Yacht Repeater
Large clear display with 60mm high numerals. 9 levels of red back lighting which permit easy night viewing of red characters on a black background. Supplied complete with cables, data-box with six NMEA-0183 inputs (With up to three sentences per input), wireless remote control, stainless steel mounting brackets and weather cover. Weatherproof. Dimensions: 211mm wide x 140mm high.
