Milltech Marine News
 
January 2012 - NEW!
Come see our presentations at the Seattle Boat Show!
This year we are doing three presentations at the Seattle Boat Show - one on DSC (Jan 27 - 5pm) and two on AIS (Feb 1&3 - 5pm). Click here for more information.
12/9/10
Comar CSA-300 Class A AIS -- $2499!
Just approved by the USCG and FCC, the Comar CSA-300 is now shipping. For vessels needing Class A AIS, this new product combines the latest features, small size and a great price.
8/20/10
AMEC CAMINO-101 Class B AIS -- $495!
Just approved by the USCG and FCC, the AMEC CAMINO-101 Class B AIS Transponder sets a new standard for quality, performance and price. (Includes GPS antenna!)
8/16/10
Comar AIS-2-2000 NMEA 2000 AIS Receiver
The Comar AIS-2-2000 is a high-value, high-performance, dual-channel AIS receiver that is stunningly quick and easy to install in NMEA 2000 networks.
Comar AIS-MULTI and AMEC CYPHO-101 win Practical Boat Owner "Best Buy" award!
PBO has long been our favorite British sailing magazine. Now we have even more reason to like it as the January issue's "Gear Test" recognizes our two favorite AIS receivers!
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Home > Support > Installation Scenarios & Wiring Diagrams
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We are continually adding installation scenarios and wiring diagrams based on specific products and common on-board AIS needs. Check the list below for those matching your requirements. (While these installation may not meet your specific needs, they serve well as guides to how components install and can work together.) If you don't find one close to your needs, please check back (we will be adding more) or email us.
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| AIS Transponder |
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| AIS Transmit On/Off Switch |
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| Low-amp-draw |
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| Chartplotter |
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| PC Navigation |
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| Antenna Splitter |
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| Multiple AIS Displays |
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| Multiple Navigation Displays |
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| AISWatchMate |
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| External AIS Alarm |
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| VHF Radio |
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 1. Low-amp-draw Class B AIS Transponder AIS System using Single VHF Antenna
A very effective AIS Class B transponder and display combination. Ideal for the cruising sailor looking for a low-amp-draw system that can be left on through long watches while keeping the option for full electronic navigation capabilities. Great choice for power boaters that want second AIS display
Key Features
AIS Class B Transponder
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Use existing VHF antenna
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VHF/DSC Radio with AIS display
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Add RAM mic second AIS display at wheel
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AIS transmit on/off switch
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PC navigation with Coastal Explorer
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Run AIS and Radio for low-power AIS display
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Multiple AIS alarm locations
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Key Components (click to view)
   
Special Savings Up to $119
$70 off Coastal Explorer 2009 • $10 off AST 200 Antenna Splitter • $19 off GPS Antenna • $20 off MV-158 VHF Antenna
Wiring Diagram (left-click with mouse to view PDF)
 2. AIS Receiver AIS/GPS Source for Low-power Display, VHF DSC Radio, PC Navigation using Single VHF Antenna
A versatile AIS receiver and display combination. Ideal for the cruising sailor looking for a low-amp-draw system that can be left on through long watches while keeping the option for full electronic navigation capabilities. Great choice or power boaters that want display at main helm plus second helm or fly bridge.
Key Features
AIS Receiver with GPS
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Use existing VHF antenna
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Low-power draw dedicated AIS display
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PC navigation with Coastal Explorer |
AIS displays in two locations
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Multiple AIS alarm locations
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AIS/GPS data provided for AISWatchMate & VHF/DSC radio
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USB, NMEA 0183 and RS232 AIS interfaces
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Key Components (left-click with mouse to view)
   
Special Savings Up to $70
$70 off Coastal Explorer 2009
Wiring Diagram (left-click with mouse to view PDF)
3. Easy & Compact AIS Receiver Installation – for Single VHF Antenna, VHF Radio, GPS Chartplotter and PC navigation
A simple installation for a versatile AIS display combination for sail or power. This setup uses the MULTI's built-in antenna splitter to take advantage of best antennas position and reduce installation cost and time.For sailors, it delivers less antenna clutter (using masthead antennas for VHF and AIS, a PC for planning in the nav station and chartplotter at the helm, with AIS on both for alarms and view of AIS targets above and below deck.
Key Features
Dual Parallel AIS Receiver
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Use existing VHF antenna
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Multiple AIS alarms locations
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Built-in VHF antenna splitter
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PC navigation with Coastal Explorer
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Run AIS and Chartplotter (with screen dimmed) for low-power AIS alarms
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Key Components (click to view)
 
Special Savings: Up to $70
$70 off Coastal Explorer 2009
Wiring Diagram (left-click with mouse to view PDF)
4. Comprehensive installation with Class B AIS, chartplotter, dedicated AIS display, PC navigation and VHF radio
This set up provides a good look at how multiple components can go together to for a very versatile and complete AIS/Navigation system.
Key Features
Class B Transponder
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Use existing VHF antenna
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Multiple AIS alarms locations
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AIS No-transmit switch
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Low-power AIS display
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AIS/VHF antenna splitter
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PC navigation with Coastal Explorer
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Vesper AIS WatchMate
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Chartplotter
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Two-station AIS viewing
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Key Components (click to view)
Special Savings: Up to $70
$70 off Coastal Explorer 2009
Wiring Diagram (left-click with mouse to view PDF)
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