Dual
channel receive capability
The MXA-5000 receives both
Ch. 87B (161.975MHz) and Ch. 88B (162.025MHz)
simultaneously. This dual channel receive makes the
MXA-5000 more flexible for obtaining AIS information
from AIS transponders that operate on only one
channel. In addition, the MXA-5000 also receives
both Class A and Class B AIS data.
Dual mode data output
The MXA-5000 has two data
output. One is RS-422 for connection with equipment
such as marine radar or GPS chart plotter. Those
equipments which accept the VDM sentence format will
show the AIS data on the display. The second is
RS-232C for PC connection. When using with AIS
plotter software*,
the MXA-5000 allows you to monitor other vessel
traffic on your PC.
*Not
supplied from Icom.
Built-in antenna splitter
to share one antenna
The MXA-5000 can be
installed between a VHF antenna and a VHF radio.
While receiving a VHF radio signal*,
the MXA-5000 receives AIS data. When you transmit
from the connected VHF radio, the Tx signal bypasses
the MXA-5000 to protect the internal circuit.
*Insertion
loss : 3.5dB (approx.)
GPS data multiplex
When connected a GPS
receiver to the MXA-5000, GPS position information
such as RMC, GGA, GNS and GLL formats can be
multiplexed with AIS data (VDM format) and
simplifies wiring.
Compact
size and light weight body
The MXA-5000 is only
132(W)×34(H)×155(D)*
mm and weighs only 400g*
for easy and flexible installation.
*Mounting
bracket is not included.
What is AIS?
Icom's MXA-5000 AIS
(Automatic Identification System) receiver will pick
up real- time transmissions from vessels that use an
AIS transporter. Such transponders are now required
for SOLAS vessels by SOLAS regulations.
The AIS transponder sends
accurate navigation information such as:
- Static information —
vessel call sign, name MMSI number, dimensions
and type
- Voyage-related
information — draft, cargo type, destination and
estimated time of arrival
- Dynamic information —
time in universal time, coordinated,
latitude/longitude position, course over ground,
speed over ground, heading, rate of turn and
navigational status
-
Please refer to the
Navigation Center for more information
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