The CUBO-162 is AMEC´s latest AIS antenna splitter used to share a single VHF antenna for both VHF radio and AIS transponder or receiver. It also provides a feed for an FM radio.
The design of the splitter enables receive zero insertion loss for maximized reception range of your VHF radio and AIS device. Its fail-safe feature guarantees priority to VHF radio operation even if the splitter has a power outage. The built-in test function gives a simple diagnosis in the event of an antenna problem.
Featured with durable design and compact housing, the CUBO-162 is the best companion for your AIS transponder or receiver.
Key Features
- Zero insertion loss for reception: enables maximum reception range
- Fail-safe operation: VHF radio operation priority, even when powered off
- Self-test function: provides a simple diagnosis of possible antenna issues
- Now includes a Motorola jack for the FM radio port
- Low power consumption: 130mA maximum at 12vDC
Specifications
RF PERFORMANCE | AIS & VHF Radio Frequency Range | 156.025 MHz~162.025 MHz | Insertion loss, AIS Receive path | Typical 0dB | Insertion loss, VHF Radio Receive path | Typical 0dB | Insertion loss, AIS Transmit path | Typical 1.0dB | Insertion loss, VHF Radio Transmit path | Typical 1.0dB | POWER SUPPLY | Supply Voltage | 12V ~ 24V DC | Operating current (receive) | 100mA typical at 12VDC | Operating current (Transmit) | 150mA typical at 12VDC | LED INDICATION | One Power Indicator (Green) | One Error Indicator (Red) | One VHF Radio Transmission Indicator (Green) | One AIS Transponder Transmission Indicator (Green) | PHYSICAL | Width | 128 mm (5.51 inch) | Height | 36 mm (1.97 inch) | Depth | 88 mm (7.87 inch) (excluding connector) | Weight | 230g | AIS port | BNC: Max. 12.5W, 50 ohms | VHF Radio port | SO-239: Max. 25W, 50 ohms | Antenna port | SO-239 | FM Radio | Motorola jack | ENVIRONMENTAL | Operating Temperature | -15°C~55°C | Storage Temperature | -25°C~70°C | Operating Humidity | 95% RH at 40°C | Waterproof | IPX2 |
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Connection Diagram

In The Box
Downloads
AMEC CUBO-162 product manual
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.