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AMEC CAMINO-108 Class B AIS Transponder

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The AMEC CAMINO-108 Class B AIS transponder broadcasts your data to other AIS-equipped vessels and its integrated dual-channel receiver monitors all AIS signals including Class A, Class B, AtoN and SART for viewing via its NMEA 2000 , NMEA 0183 and waterproof USB ports on a dedicated chart plotter or PC. Two Watt power transmission. Low power consumption, 12 / 24V DC input. Built-in high-sensitivity GPS receiver (includes GPS antenna). Built-in SD card slot for data logging of AIS data. Includes AIS Configuration software for PC and Mac. Optional silent mode operation. Dedicated VHF antenna or VHF AIS transponder antenna splitter required.

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Part Number: AMEC-CAMINO-108

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FCC regulations require Class B AIS units to be programmed with MMSI and vessel information before shipping to US addresses. Milltech Marine provides this service free of charge.

Common Questions About MMSI

To make it more convenient for you to provide vessel information, we have prepared this quick and easy online form. Please complete and submit at time of order.
We are required to have proof of valid MMSI, so please also send a copy of the issuing document.
If you do not have a copy of your MMSI assignment, contact the issuing authority or organization. To search the FCC licensing database, click here. For BoatUS information, click here.
Go here if you do not have an FCC Ships Station License and MMSI and wish to obtain one.

The CAMINO-108 is AMEC´s Class B AIS CSTDMA transponder allowing you to broadcast your data to other AIS-equipped vessels and receive their data by viewing on a dedicated chart plotter or PC – the essential way to improve collision avoidance on the water.

CAMINO-108 is designed to deliver a high-performance AIS transponder solution. The optimized receive and transmit capability is now brought into a compact and robust housing which is less than half the size of its previous generation.

The dual-channel receivers enable AIS vessel monitoring of all AIS signals including Class A, Class B, AtoN, SART. Its NMEA2000, NMEA0183 and waterproof USB port ensure simple integration with chart plotters and PCs. Built-in SD card slot makes data logging of AIS data easier than ever.

The CAMINO-108 now includes a FREE marine-grade GPS antenna.

Key Features

Next generation high performance AIS Class B transponder
NMEA2000, NMEA0183 (two ports), and USB connectivity
Supports SD data logger card slot
Built in high-sensitivity GPS receiver
Bundled with marine-grade GPS antenna
Optional GPS input via NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000
Optional silent mode (Tx off) operation
Low power consumption, 12 / 24V DC input
Compact and stylish housing design
Supplied with AIS Configuration software for PC and Mac

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About AMEC

Founded in 2006, Alltek Marine Electronics Corp., also known as AMEC, is a ISO9001:2000 certified company that designs and manufactures marine electronic equipment. More than half of the company's engineering talent has over 10 years of hands-on experience, including extensive experience with military projects. AMEC products are known for excellent build-quality, reliability, performance and value. Milltech Marine is the US distributor for AMEC marine products.

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5.0

Capt and owner

Added this to my sailboat for the Marion to Bermuda Race. Unit works great, and was easy to install. Would recommend. The folks at Milltech Marine were helpful with delivery and follow up. Will do business with them again.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Ron Ahlquist 39.7 from Boston MA on 7/13/2015

Excellent product

This is a very well designed product and the documentation is very well written (note that there are a few errors in the printed version that came with the product but the online version is corrected). Thanks to the comfort provided by the AIS transponder I have now removed the radar from my boat (I am not suggesting that to other boaters).

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Bernard Debbasch from Southern California on 6/17/2014

AIS Camino 108 is GREAT

I just finished my install of this AIS transponder Camino 108 and it is a fantastic unit. I have been using the SR 161 AIS receiver since 2007, and when I saw this unit at the Annapolis Boat show 2015, I had to buy it, What I like most about this unit is that it will talk to NMEA 183, NMEA 2000 and USB which means this unit will connect to multiple outputs and it will allow me to connect this to my future nav screen when ever I buy one. Right now, I am using the USB output into a laptop and running the free OpenCPN nav software to see the targets. This is the same way I used the SR 161 since 2007. I also added a simple $10 GPS puck and I placed this under the deck on a bracket inside the below decks nav station. IT gets 14+ satellites below deck, so no need for me to tap back into my existing NMEA Raymarine GPS stream. Over all, I think this AIS is outstanding, and this company is great to work with. I recommend this unit 100%. If you want to see photos of my install, see my forum post in the IPYOA dot com slash forum

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Hayden Cochran from Vero Beach, FL on 11/30/2015

Easy install

The unit came quickly and the install went well. I have a Raymarine system and wad worried about how the unit would integrate. It works perfect. My second Milltech purchase and both times fist time need help and the phone support was fantastic, this time no help needed. When I bought the unit, I had 2 MMSI’s, Milltech discovered it and made sure I used the correct one.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Terry Foster from Virginia on 7/10/2018

Boater

Purchased a Camino-198 for our 41' American Tug. Very pleased with how easy it was to install, fits right in with our older Raymarine E-120 electronics. Can't say enough how great the customer service was from Milltech and how quick the shipping was. Doug was very quick to provide complete and easy to understand answers all my questions and concerns when comparing various transponders.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Michael Ireland from Gig Harbor on 2/23/2018

Engineer

WORKS GREAT AND CAME ALREADY CONFIGURED!!! I liked it. Plug and chug. I am waaay too busy working on OTHER items that need my REAL attention. I do not need to be playing with configurations. Milltech Marine did it for me and sent me a unit ready to go, out of the box. Plug and chug. Fast install, no brain time required.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Charles Hagen from Two Rivers on 4/24/2017

Self

I love AMEC AIS products. Simple, effective and priced right. This is my second AMEC AIS transponder and it works great!!! Ready to go right out of the box. Works seamlessly with NMEA200.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Carl Freeman Jr from Groton, CT on 7/5/2016

Captain

Very easy setup. Works Great and at a Great Price

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Linwood Bowis from Virginia on 5/4/2016

owner

Excellent product. Can see Class B AIS signals at 40 nm with the top of the mast Metz 3' antenna (60 ft). Very easy to install and monitor with the provided software.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Coriolan Frum from Krabi, Thailand on 11/7/2015

Owner

Great item, price, and service from the company.

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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer) Joe Cammack from Port Angeles on 3/22/2017

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Q: From the documentation it appears the device can't extract GPS PGNs from a NMEA2000 network and it needs its own GPS antenna? Does the portable GPS antenna use the SIRF-III or better chipset?

Asked by: Craig Illman - 10/12/2015

A: Yes, that is correct. The CAMINO-108, like other Class B AIS transponders, can not use NMEA 2000 AIS PGNs for position but instead needs its own GPS antenna. The GPS module itself is in the CAMINO. The antenna is simply that - a powered GPS antenna with a low noise amplifier. We sell these as options with the CAMINO-108. If the antenna is not available, the CAMINO can get its GPS position from an external device such as a chartplotter connected to the NMEA input on the CAMINO.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (10/12/2015)

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Q: Does the WiFi version work with Navionics boating for ipad, and what app software is required to access AIS data on an iPad? is there any iPad software included? Cheers Bernie

Asked by: BernieG - 6/20/2015

A: Update for 2019: The Navionics app now support connecting to WiFi-based NMEA data streams and also now supports AIS. The WiFi version (CAMINO-108W) is now fully supported by Navionics.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (4/4/2020)

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Q: I have read over your information concerning the Camino-108 and I an seriously considering a purchase and a "do it yourself" install. This in my current electronics package. I have a Garmin 526 Chart Plotter. I have a Standard Horizon Matrix GX 2150 VHF. Connected together, they provide AIS reception and emergency SAR with coordinates via the Matrix. I did not do the install on this existing system (I paid for it about 3 years ago). I believe the two instruments talk via NMEA 0183. If I get the 108, will I have issues with installation/interference between the Matrix and the Camino? Since the Garmin has an internal GPS and is located on the pedestal in the cockpit, are there concerns with communications between these devices? Your thoughts and suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Asked by: Jeff Peters - 9/14/2015

A: If you make sure the same MMSI is used in the Matrix and the CAMINO, then your own boat will not show up as a target on the Matrix. However the AIS output from the Matrix will show your own AIS transmission as a target on the Garmin display. So I would recommend connecting the NMEA output from the CAMINO to the NMEA input on the Garmin in place of the NMEA connection you have now from the Matrix to the Garmin. You could connect the DSC output from the 2150 to the 2nd NMEA input on the Garmin so that DSC calls show up on the Garmin with location icons.
There should be no interference issues. Just make sure you have some separation (at least 4 feet) between the VHF antenna and the AIS/VHF antenna - or use an antenna splitter.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (9/15/2015)

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Q: Does the WiFi version work with Navionics boating for ipad, and what app software is required to access AIS data on an iPad? is there any iPad software included? Cheers Bernie

Asked by: BernieG - 6/20/2015

A: Unfortunately the Navionics app does not support network connectiions or AIS.
Some of the iOS apps that do support WiFi connections and AIS using the CAMINO-108W include iNavX, SeaIQ, iSailor, SeaPilot and Nobeltec Timezero.
AMEC do have a free iOS app that works with this device which provides a basic AIS display.
Let us know if you have other questions.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (6/20/2015)

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Q: I have a Camino 101 that I am trying to update the MMSI on and I can't get it to connect. I dont have the original manual or any cabling thats supposed to come with the unit, and I am trying to connect through the Camino 108 software.

Asked by: brendan - 7/18/2016

A: You can download the CAMINO-101 software from our support - AIS downloads area but note that the MMSI can not be changed by the end user. We offer a reprogramming service if you need to change the MMSI. Info is here: http://www.milltechmarine.com/Transponder-and-radio-reprogramming-service_p_196.html

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (9/23/2016)

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Q: I give the wrong Call-Sign/MMSI during the setup from the transponder - is it possible to change them ore use a general reset? Many thanks in advance.... (I am based in Germany). Best regards Volker Deßel

Asked by: volker Dessel - 6/8/2015

A: Unfortunately, as with all Class B transponders, the device needs to be reprogrammed by an authorized dealer. We offer a reprogramming service here: http://www.milltechmarine.com/Transponder-reprogramming-service_p_196.html.
Or you might want to contact a local reseller for the product.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (6/8/2015)

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Q: I have a Standard Horizon GX2150, GarminGPS700 and NMEA0183. Believe all I need is the Camino-108 Class B AIS Transponder and the Cubo-161 Antenna Splitter don't I, in order to send/receive? I am relatively new to all of this and want to be able to send/receive. Currently can only receive. Thanks for you help.

Asked by: John Stolz - 10/9/2015

A: Yes you are correct. You can interface the CAMINO-108 to the Garmin chart plotter using NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 (assuming your model has NMEA 2000). If using NMEA 0183 connect the GRAY and YELLOW NMEA wires on the CAMINO to a NMEA input wire pair on the Garmin, set the baud to 38400, turn on AIS display and it will all work.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (10/9/2015)

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Q: Looking for ais out & in, new vhf.? Have raymarine A78 chart plotter with nmea 2 port. 28' cruiser?

Asked by: John - 2/1/2016

A: The CAMINO-108 will interface with the A78 using the NMEA 0183 interface on both devices. It will require its own VHF antenna or you can split your existing VHF antenna using the AMEC CUBO-161 Antenna Splitter.
If you are also looking for a new VHF radio, we would recommend the Standard Horizon GX2000 which can connect to the CAMINO-108 and display AIS targets on the radio as well as the A78.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (2/1/2016)

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Q: I have a GPS antenna that was connected to an older Garmin GPS that I no longer use. Can I use this GPS antenna with this device?

Asked by: jkowalke - 7/1/2016

A: Some of the older Garmin GPS antennas and sensors are not compatible with current AIS transponders such as the CAMINO-108. We'd recommend using one of our recommended GPS antennas to be safe.
NOTE: AIS transponders use an active GPS antenna with a built-in low noise amplifier that carries 3-5vDC upstream and the GPS signal downstream. Using any AIS transponder with an incompatible GPS antenna can damage your equipment.

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Answer provided by: Doug Miller (7/1/2016)

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Q: Will this unit match up with the Garmin 4210 chart plotter? If so, will it use the 4210 GPS hook up or will a separate GPS antenna be required?

Asked by: Bill - 9/5/2016

A: Yes, the CAMINO-108 works great with the Garmin 4210 either using the NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 interface.
It is possible to send GPS data to the CAMINO from the the chartplotter and have the CAMINO use that for GPS positioning although we still recommend using a dedicated GPS antenna with the CAMINO 108.

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APPLICABLE STANDARDS
IEC 62287-1 Ed. 2, 2010	IEC 61108-1 Ed. 1, 2003
IEC 61162-1 Ed. 3, 2007	IEC 60945 Ed. 4, 2002
IEC 61162-2 Ed. 1, 1998	ITU-R M.1371-4, 2010
VHF TRANSCEIVER
Frequency Range	156.025 MHz ~ 162.025 MHz
Channel Bandwidth	25 KHz
Modulation	GMSK / FM
Data Rate	9,600 bps
Number of AIS Transmitter	1
Number of AIS Receiver	2 (one time-shared between AIS and DSC)
Number of DSC Receiver	1 (time-shared between AIS and DSC)
AIS Channel 1	CH 87B (161.975 MHz)
AIS Channel 2	CH 88B (162.025 MHz)
Tx Power Output	2 Watt (33 dBm ± 1.5 dB)
Rx Sensitivity	< -107 dBm @ 20% PER
Rx Message Format	AIS Class A & B messages
DSC RECEIVER
Modulation	1,300 Hz / 2,100 Hz FSK
Data Rate	1,200 bps ± 30 ppm
Spurious Response Rejection	? 70 dB for signal @ -104 dBm; BER ? 1 %
Blocking	? 84 dB for signal @ -104 dBm; BER ? 1 %
GPS RECEIVER (integrated)
Receiving Channels	50 channels
Accuracy	SBIEC 61108-1 compliant
Output Rate	1 Hz
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Conditions	IEC 60945 “protected” category
Operating Temperature	-15°C ~ +55°C (+5°F ~ +130°F)
Waterproof	IPX2
LED INDICATION
Power (green)	System power on / off
Error (red)	MMSI not set / BIIT error
Rx (green)	Receiving AIS data
Tx/Silent (green/red)	Transmitting AIS data / Silent mode
SD (green)	Accessing SD card
CONNECTION INTERFACE
GPS Antenna Connector	TNC (Female)
VHF Antenna Connector	PL-259 (Female)
NMEA2000	Standard connector