Specifications

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4.1 Functionality
The main features are: Safety of navigation by automatically exchanging navigational data between ships
(Class A transponders), coast stations, Class B transponders and receiving positional data from
AIS-SARTs (Search and Rescue beacons) and A to Ns (Aids to Navigation).
Class A AIS transmitter and receiver (transponder)
Class B compatible (receives all Class B messages)
Short safety related messages and other short messages
MKD panel Interfaces for AIS compatible radar, ECDIS/ECS/Chart plotter
GPS and VHF antenna separate or combined, for easy installation available
Built-in GPS receiver for time synchronization and backup position
SD-Card slot for future upgrades
The information exchanged between ships using AIS transponders are:
Static data:
MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) IMO
number (where available)
Call sign and name
Length and beam
Type of ship
Location of position-fixing antenna on the ship
Dynamic data:
Ship’s position with accuracy indication and integrity status UTC
Course over ground (COG)
Speed over ground (SOG)
Heading
Rate of turn (where available)
Voyage related data:
Navigation status (manual input)
Ship’s draught
Hazardous (cargo type)
Destination and ETA (at masters’ discretion)