Digital Yacht AIT1500 NMEA2000 Class B AIS [ZDIGAIT1500N2K]

The AIT1500 NMEA2000 Class B AIS transponder is a game - changer for small yachts and boats like RIBs and center consoles. As per FCC regulations, units sold in the US must be programmed by a qualified technician. Submit the form at purchase time, and provide a copy of the MMSI registration or FCC Ship Station License along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed form. Click to download the form. This transponder is a breeze to install. It comes with a built - in GPS antenna, which makes it perfect for fiberglass (GRP) hulled boats. Its super - sensitive design allows for below - deck mounting, reducing antenna clutter. It connects to your boat's electronics via a plug - and - play NMEA 2000 connection, and draws power from the NMEA 2000 backbone. Just connect a VHF antenna or use our SPL2000 AIS - VHF antenna splitter, and you're all set with Class B AIS. Once installed, your AIS - compatible plotter will show target overlays. You'll transmit your position every 30 seconds when underway to other AIS users. There's also a USB interface for PC/MAC connectivity, useful for programming the transponder with your boat details. The AIT1500N2K has a waterproof and tough enclosure with 4 LED indicators to show its status. Features include sharing the latest AIS technology with our AIT2000 and AIT3000 units, being compatible with all AIS - ready chart plotters, and having a high - performance 50 - channel GPS receiver (great as a backup GPS). It comes with programming software for PC/Mac and SmarterTrack Lite for Windows. Note that AIS target range, like VHF range, depends on installation factors. If all factors are ideal, ranges over 20 miles are possible. This product cannot be returned to the original point of purchase. Contact the manufacturer directly for any issues. Specifications: GPS included, receive/transmit function, no display, no antenna, AIS Class B, box dimensions 4'H x 7'W x 10'L, weight 1.2 lbs, UPC 081159830519.

Using the AIT1500 Class B AIS transponder is easy. First, make sure to follow the FCC rules and get it programmed by a qualified technician. When you buy it, fill out the programming form and provide the required documents. To install, find a spot below deck on your fiberglass boat. Connect it to your boat's electronics using the plug - and - play NMEA 2000 connection. It will get power from the NMEA 2000 backbone. Then, attach a VHF antenna or use the SPL2000 splitter. Once installed, your AIS - compatible plotter will show targets. You'll start transmitting your position every 30 seconds when you're moving. You can use the USB interface to connect it to your PC or Mac and program it with your boat details. As for maintenance, keep the waterproof enclosure clean. Check the 4 LED indicators regularly to make sure the transponder is working properly. Remember, the AIS target range depends on how well you install the antenna. If you face any issues, don't return it to the place you bought it from. Instead, contact the manufacturer directly.