Digital Yacht AIT1500 Class B AIS Transponder w/Built-In GPS

The AIT1500 is an ultra-compact Class B Transponder with two outputs; NMEA 0183 and USB, allowing it to work with the majority of existing and legacy AIS compatible chart plotters or computer software packages on the market today. Featuring a remote silence button option, two NMEA 0183 Inputs and Outputs, integral USB cable, four status LEDs and a new rugged ABS plastic enclosure, the AIT1500 is the perfect small boat AIS transponder.

Configuration of your vessel's fixed data, such as MMSI, call sign, boat name, dimensions etc. is made easy with the included Windows and Mac compatible proAIS2 software*. Once configured, the unit will provide AIS data to a PC or Mac running suitable navigation software or a dedicated chart plotter, such as the latest Garmin, Raymarine, Navico, Standard Horizon and Furuno units.

As well as transmitting your own vessel's position so that other AIS equipped vessels know where you are, the AIT1500, when connected to an existing VHF antenna (via a splitter) or dedicated AIS antenna, will receive all AIS targets within range of your boat – typically up to 30NM.

For optimum AIS performance on sailing yachts, we recommend our SPL1500 Splitter featuring "Zero Loss" technology which allows you to use your boat's existing VHF antenna at the top of the mast for maximum range.

* Except US where dealer programming required

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.

AIT1500 Class B AIS Transponder w/Built-In GPS

**As the FCC requires all units sold in the US to be programmed by a qualified technician. Please submit the form below for programming at time of purchase. A copy of the MMSI registration or FCC Ship Station License is required along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed programming form.**

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Designed specifically to bring the benefits of Class B AIS to smaller vessels, it uses a high sensitivity internal GPS antenna to save on space and cut down on installation time. Simply connect to power and a plotter, plug in a VHF antenna and you're in business.

The regulations for AIS demand that the Class B transponder has to incorporate itsown GPS positioning receiver which normally involves fitting an external antenna. TheAIT1500 incorporates a high sensitivity GPS antenna within its compact case whichsaves on antenna clutter and makes for a speedy installation. It's ideal for fitting onsmaller vessels and tenders. It uses a NMEA0183 interface for simple connectionto the vast majority of AIS compatible chart plotters and also has a separate 4800baud GPS data output for the DSC VHF if required. It consumes less that 2W powerand can operate on 12/24V systems. It also features a silence capability so the AIStransmissions can be muted while continuing to receive AIS traffic.

There is a USB interface for programming as well as for PC/MAC based navigation.It's compatible with Digital Yacht's NavLink MAC app and SmarterTrack PC navigationsystem.

GPS signals will pass through plastic, glass and GRP so it will be able to be mountedbelow decks on many boats. A dedicated VHF antenna is required for the AIS or asuitable VHF-AIS antenna splitter such as the SPL2000. It can also connect to theWLN10.

Features:

• Advanced AIS design for the best performance
• Waterproof compact enclosure
• Built in internal GPS antenna
• Dual NMEA 0183 outputs at 4800/38400 baud
• USB interface
• PC & MAC programming software included
• NMEA input multiplex function
• Silence switch option
• Supplied with programming and utilities CD

This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Digital Yacht's Class B AIS transceiver. AIT1500 is an ultra-compact class B transponder with two outputs. NMEA0183 and USB, making it compatible with most...

• Class B AIS transponder with NMEA 0183 interface
• Shares the same latest generation AIS technology as our AIT2000 and AIT3000 units
• Internal GPS antenna for easy installation on fiberglass (GRP) hulled boats
• Built-in high performance 50 channel GPS receiver (ideal also as a backup GPS)
• USB Interface for simple plug and play connection to a PC or Mac
• High speed NMEA output (38,400 baud) – compatible with industry standard plotters
• Low Speed NMEA output (4,800 baud) – for providing GPS data to DSC VHF radio
• Low Speed NMEA Input (4,800 baud) – for multiplexing additional NMEA0183 data
• Requires VHF antenna or dedicated AIS antenna (available as optional accessory) or splitter (SPL1500)
• Remote Silence Switch option
• Supplied with programming software for user programming*
• Easy to install black box solution

SKU: NVN-55934
MPN: ZDIGAIT1500
UPC: 081159830366