User's Manual

Installation

The antenna cable is terminated in a push fit connector (SMB). Push the

antenna plug firmly into the socket on the back of the AI50.

For a guide to the connections on the AI50 see Fig. 2.2

2.5 VHF Antenna

Note North American Users - To meet FCC (Federal Communications

Commission) rules on Radio Frequency Exposure, it is recommended

that the VHF antenna is mounted at least 3m (10ft) away from any area

accessible to any personnel on board. If this distance is achieved by

vertical separation, the antenna must be at least 5m (16.5ft) above deck.

This guideline applies only to antennas not exceeding 3dBi gain.

WARNING

Failure to observe these recommendations may expose

those within the MPE (Maximum Permitted Exposure)

radius of 3m (10ft) to RF absorption levels that exceed

the FCC safe limits.

The most important factor in the performance of any AIS transceiver will

be the quality and positioning of the antenna.

VHF Antenna

GPS Antenna

12v Power/Data connector

SImNet

SD Card

connectors

Fig. 2.2 - Rear view connections