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Comar AIS-2-USB Features
The product’s unique features and benefits include:
- Dual-channel parallel AIS receivers: The AIS-2-USB includes two AIS receivers operating in parallel providing true dual-channel simultaneous reception of both Class A and Class B transponder signals. This ensures that all AIS transponder broadcasts are captured in real time.
- Power and data though the single USB port: No other data or power connections or wiring need. (USB 2.0 compliant)
- Easy installation: Connect a VHF antenna to the rear socket, plug the unit into your USB socket, install the USB drivers supplied on the CD and the unit is ready to receive AIS transmissions from vessels within VHF range.
- Excellent for portable systems: Combine with a USB GPS, portable VHF Antenna, Coastal Explorer 2009 and your laptop or netbook for a compact and fully portable system. Your laptop supplies the power, so no other power connection is needed.
- Use with dedicated antenna or splitter: Can be used with a dedicated VHF marine radio antenna or click here for information on using the ASR 100 Antenna Splitter.
- Reception: Both Class A and Class B transponders, plus Aids to Navigation.
- Power & channel LEDs
- Compact design: 4.75 in. x 3.5 in. x 1.5 in.
- USB Support: Driver support for most common computer operating systems. Virtual COM ports are installed to allow for use with any application that supports accessing AIS data via a serial port.
Documentation
Comar AIS-2-USB AIS Receiver Specifications
| Receiving Channels | Dual Channel |
| Data Interface | USB Socket Type B |
| Built-in Active VHF Antenna Splitter | No |
| Antenna Connection Type | PL259 |
| Configurable Baud Rates | 38400, 4800 |
| DC Power Consumption | 1.5 Watts |
| 24 Volt Support | Yes |
| DC Power Source | 9-30 volts DC |
