Digital Yacht AIT5000 Class B+ 5W Transponder w/Splitter WiFi [ZDIGAIT5000]

As per FCC regulations, all units sold in the US must be programmed by a qualified technician. When you make a purchase, submit the form below for programming. You'll need to 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 here to download the form. The AIT5000 is an amazing Class B+ AIS Transponder. It has a 5W power output, a Wi - Fi interface, and a built - in VHF splitter. It uses SOTDMA format transmissions. Digital Yacht has launched a new range of Class B+ AIS transponders. Class B+ is a new standard that offers a 5W power output (2.5 times more powerful than regular Class B). It guarantees a transmission time slot in busy areas and faster update rates based on the vessel's speed. Ideal for ocean sailors, fast power boats, and smaller non - mandated commercial vessels, it also works with existing Class B and Class A systems. The AIT5000 features a patented ZeroLoss VHF - AIS antenna splitter, allowing you to share the main VHF antenna with VHF, AIS, and FM radio. It also has a wireless interface for easy connection to iPads, smartphones, and tablets. You can stop AIS transmissions using the AISConfig app or a remote silence switch. The AIT5000 offers an AIS SART alarm, great for personal AIS MOB devices. It now integrates with the popular Navionics Boating App for Apple iOS and Android to show GPS and AIS data on your Navionics charts. Features: Class B+ 5W transponder with GPS/GLONASS positioning; Integrated and patented ZeroLoss VHF - AIS antenna splitter; Multiple NMEA 0183 in/out and multiplex capability; NMEA 2000 connectivity; USB connectivity for PC/MAC; Wireless interface for tablets, smartphones, and PC; Remote TX silence switch option; Comes with a GPS antenna; AIS all - in - one Nucleus solution; Alarm option with AISLifeGuard. Class B+ is a new - generation AIS based on SOTDMA messaging. It ensures your AIS transmission gets a time slot even in high - traffic areas. It has a 5W transmission power (compared to 2W for Class B) and a speed - based transmission rate. Regular Class B has a fixed 30 - second transmission rate when the vessel is moving. Click here to learn more about Class B+. Specifications: GPS Included: Yes; Antenna Included: No; Function: Receive/Transmit; Display Included: No; AIS Class: B; Box Dimensions: 4'H x 10'W x 14'L WT: 5.6 lbs; UPC: 081159830847. Owner's Manual (pdf)

Using the AIT5000 Class B+ 5W Transponder is quite straightforward. First, make sure to get it programmed by a qualified technician as required by the FCC when buying in the US. You'll need to gather the necessary documents like the MMSI registration or FCC Ship Station License and sign the programming form. The transponder comes with a GPS antenna, which you should install properly. You can connect it to your tablets, smartphones, or PC via the wireless interface. To share the VHF antenna, take advantage of the patented ZeroLoss VHF - AIS antenna splitter. You can stop AIS transmissions easily with the AISConfig app or a remote silence switch. When it comes to using it with personal AIS MOB devices, the AIS SART alarm feature is very useful. And for those who love the Navionics Boating App, you can display GPS and AIS data on your charts. As for maintenance, keep it clean and dry. Check the connections regularly to make sure everything is secure. If you face any issues, refer to the owner's manual. Also, be aware that in areas with high traffic density, the Class B+ technology ensures your transmission gets a time slot, so you don't have to worry about signal loss.