AIS (Automatic Identification System)
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The Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a shipboard broadcast VHF
transponder system, sending data about the identity of a ship. Its name, MMSI
number, its latitude and longitude, speed, course and heading. All vessels over
300 gross tonnage and all passenger vessels are obliged to carry an AIS
transponder.
This transponder assists in traffic monitoring, management and collision
prevention. The data is sent continuously and is useful to yachtsman, particularly
in busy shipping areas.
The AIS Radar is a stand alone unit that only
requires 12 volt power, a marine VHF
antenna and a GPS input to function
The AIS Engine requires a computer
and software (supplied) along with 12
volt power, a marine VHF antenna and
a GPS input to function