AMEC CAMINO-108S Class B AIS Transponder with integrated splitter

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On sale $779.99
Retail Price:$899.99
Your Savings:$120.00(13%)
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Part Number:AMEC-CAMINO-108S-PA02

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Free Class B AIS Programming


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-108S is AMEC´s next generation Class B AIS 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-108S 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. 

The CAMINO-108S is includes an integrated VHF antenna splitter and an output connector that goes to your antenna input for your VHF radio. The unit saves space and includes technology to recover the loss from sharing your single VHF antenna with your AIS transponder and VHF radio.

The CAMINO-108S requires a GPS antenna to function. A portable "puck" GPS antenna is now included. If you require an external marine-grade GPS, please add our MA-700 GPS antenna to your shopping cart.

Key Features

  • Next generation high performance AIS Class B transponder
  • NMEA2000, NMEA0183 (two ports), and USB connectivity
  • Built in high-sensitivity GPS receiver
  • Optional GPS input from 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
  • Integrated VHF antenna splitter

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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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Camino 108S review
Recently purchased and self installed a Camino 108S from MIlltech Marine. It was relatively easy to install and worked great right off. Mounting space was tight under the dash but found some spaces for the Camino and the GPS. The gps unit picks up multiple satellites very well from the under dash mounting area and by using the splitter I was able to use the existing VHF antenna with no new wiring or antenna mounting needed. Tied it into my older Garmin 4210 chartplotter NMEA 2k network and it works great. On a recent boating trip to the Broughtons and cruising in fog, it was good to be receiving and transmitting positions along with radar. Doug at Milltech was great to work with and very helpful with email / phone support for the install questions that I had. Thanks!
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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer)  from Bellingham. on 8/20/2018
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Camino 108S review
Great product--works as described and easy to install. Quick shipping.
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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer)  from CA. on 7/31/2018
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S/V Play'n Hooky
Bought Camino-108S for my boat after doing a delivery run where AIS was very helpful. Just installed today and it was straight forward. I have mine pushing data to my IPAD running INavx so now I have AIS targets displayed on my IPAD/Chartplotter. Love it!!!!! Milltech was great with prepurchase questions and order & delivery. Will shop here again.
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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer)  from Maryland, Chesapeake Bay. on 1/1/2020
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Mr
Really happy with this purchase. The unit is small and simple to install into a Raymarine system...everything worked immediately. Built-in VHF antenna splitter at this price point meant i saved several hundred dollars over Garmin or Raymarine. I'd definitely recommend for anyone.
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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer)  from Florida. on 11/28/2020
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The Camino transponder works flawlessly, but I am most impressed with Milltech Marine's support. With so many options making an electronic purchase is confusing. Milltech helped guide me to the right product for me, then offered tremendous support in getting it hooked up and running. Milltech even helped identify a problem caused by my existing GPS (it needed a firmware update). It is possible to find lots of good products, however it is amazing to find a company that offers such great advice and support before and after the sale. I would give more stars if possible.
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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer)  from seattle. on 3/7/2020
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Excellent
Works as advertised. Great price. I am pleased with fit and finish of product . I completed a self install on my sailboat without problems. An added bonus of this unit is the FM antenna that really improved my radio reception. If you purchase make sure to fuse power correctly and to get correct data cable for your chart plotter. Cat 6 cable works fine.
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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer)  from North Carolina. on 12/11/2020
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Transponder
The transponder came preprogrammed from Milltech, it was easy to install, and works fine with the included "puck" antenna. My only gripe was that the cable to connect the transponder to the VHF radio, at 4 ft, was too short for my use.
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Reviewed by: (Verified Buyer)  from NW Washington State. on 10/16/2020
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