ComNav Mariner X2 Class B AIS Transceiver

The ComNav Mariner X2 class B AIS transceiver transmits your vessel's position, so that other AIS equipped vessels know where you are.When connected to an existing VHF antenna (via a splitter) or dedicated AIS antenna, it will receive all AIS targets within about 20 miles of your boat. It features the ability to graphically display AIS target overlay on standard radars and multifunction chart displays. The silent mode lets you choose when you want to be "seen". This sturdy unit is also waterproof to IP 67 Standards.

Features:

• See and be seen using your on-board chart plotter
• Display graphically AIS target overlay on standard radars and multifunction chart displays
• Wireless exchange of navigation status between vessels and shore traffic monitoring centers
• Vessel monitoring of Class A and Class B Transmissions over standard VHF frequencies
• Easily set up to automatically transmit a safety related message reducing search and rescue times
• Allows fleet of vessels to be efficiently monitored and port traffic better managed
• IP67 waterproof enclosure design with marine grade connectors
• Shock and vibration resistant to stringent commercial standards
• Standard NMEA 0183 interface using RS232 for PC and PDA chart applications
• User selectable silent mode
• Built-in 16 channel GPS receiver with antenna
• LED status indicators
• Includes Pro AIS software for AIS message broadcast entailing MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identifier), vessel name, course, speed and other important navigation data
• Easily upgradeable through PC software and via RS232
• Meets CE requirements
• 1 year warranty
• Auto configuration and set up software
• Data display for MMSI, vessel name, call sign, vessel type, etc.
• GPS display of position, COG and SOG
• GPS diagnostics and satellite signal bar chart
• Key status indicators
• Shows Transponder software and firmware version
• Displays receiver and transmitter statistics
• Displays Class A, Class B, base station and A to N target data
• Real time display for serial data output
• Ability to log data to file

Specifications:

• Operating Voltage: 10 to 15 VDC
• Power Consumption: Average 0.35 Amps, 2 Amps Peak
• NMEA0183 Interface: 38.4k baud bi-directional
• RS232 Interface: 38.4k baud bi-directional
• Operating Temperature: -25ºC to +55ºC
• Connections
  • VHF Antenna connector: SO-239
  • GPS Antenna connector: TNC
  • RS232 Data connector: Female 9 Way D-type
  • NMEA 0183 data: Color coded conductors
  • External switch: Color coded conductors
• VHF Transceiver
• Transmitter: Single
• Receivers: Dual (one time shared between AIS and DSC)
• Frequency Range: 156.025MHz – 162.025MHz
• Channel Bandwidth: 25KHz
• Power Output: 33dBm +/- 1.5 dB
• Modulation: 25KHz GMSK / 25KHz AFSK
• Data Rate: 9600 bps GMSK & 1200 bps FSK
• RX Sensitivity: <-107dBm @ 20% PER
• Compliance: FCC, USCG, Type EU, IEC, CE, RoHs
• Standards and Approvals:
• IEC60945 Cat C
• IEC62287-1 Class B Ship borne equipment
• IEC60945 Environmental
• ITU-RM.1371-1 Universal AIS Technical
• IEC61162-1 IEC Digital Interfaces
• IEC61108-1 IEC GPS Receiver

In The Box:

• Class B AIS transceiver
• GPS Antenna
• Screws
• Product CD
• Quick start guide
• Product manual

What is AIS:
The Automatic Identification System ( AIS ) improves the safety level of boating by exchanging information about the status of your ship with other AIS-equipped craft nearby. The system utilizes VHF broadcasts to handle information about the surrounding area, such as other craft and buoys and other aids-to-navigation. The AIS data includes target position, course and speed over ground, allowing you to foresee the course changes of particular targets. AIS targets are constantly visible even when they are shrouded in fog, in darkness, behind headlands, river bends or other obstructions.

• Class A AIS is designed for Commercial and SOLAS Vessels
  • Class "A" transponders used on commercial ships and SOLAS vessels have many advanced features not needed by recreational users making them expensive
• Class B AIS is designed for use on non-SOLAS craft
  • The class "B" standard offers all the visibility and benefits of the class "A" without the complications.

* NOTE - AIS target range, like VHF range is dependent upon a number of installation factors such as; antenna gain, antenna height and size of ground plane. Ranges in excess of 20 miles should be possible if all of these factors are perfect.