Em-Trak B953 Class B AIS Transceiver 5W SOTDMA with VHF Antenna Splitter

Item: 430-0013

MPN: 430-0013

Enhance your on-the-water experience with the B900 series – a market leading range of standard and high transmit power AIS Class B transceivers designed for real-world conditions. Small, lightweight, and built to last, every product in the range delivers em-trak's advanced performance and ultimate connectivity – giving you the complete picture and the time to respond. With easy installation and connectivity options, the B900 series offers flexible, wireless or wired usage, helping you to get the most from your transceiver and related onboard equipment every day.

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Product Description

The B953 is a high transmit power (5W SOTDMA) AIS Class B transceiver that is small, light-weight, yet delivers the very best AIS receive and transmit performance so you see more AIS information and targets at maximum range – all achieved with the least power consumption.

The B953 has an integrated VHF antenna splitter which enables the transceiver to share your existing VHF antenna without any loss of performance. With built in intelligent connectivity, integrated next generation GPS receiver & antenna and a unique FLEXI-FIT bracket system, safe and secure installation is simple.

Features

  • Certified AIS Class B – 5W SOTDMA
  • Integrated high performance zero loss VHF antenna splitter
  • Global Certification – USCG / FCC / Canada / Europe
  • FLEXI-FIT™ bracket system for easy, convenient and secure installation
  • Integrated high-performance GPS receiver and antenna (external antenna optional)
  • Water, pressure spray and damp proof – IPx6 & IPx7
  • Protected from vibration, shock and extreme temperatures
  • Small and lightweight
  • Ultra-low power consumption – best in class
  • Guaranteed connectivity and interoperability with any app, chart plotter, smart phone, tablet or PC
  • NMEA0183 & NMEA2000
  • Automated health and performance monitoring
  • Silent Mode (transmit-off) function
  • Enhanced RF screening to protect against electromagnetic interference
  • Built-in power surge protection

Technical specifications

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATION
Size (w x h x d) – 150 x 115 x 45mm
Weight – 415g
Operating temperature – -25°C to +55°C
Storage temperature – -25°C to +70°C
Ingress protection – IPx6 and IPx7

 

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION
Supply voltage – 12V or 24V DC
Supply voltage range – 9.6V – 31.2V DC
Average current (at 12V) – 245mA
Peak current – 2.5A
Average power consumption (at 12V) – 2.9W
Galvanic isolation – NMEA 0183 inputs only, NMEA 2000, VHF antenna port

 

CONNECTORS
VHF antenna – SO-239
VHF radio – SO-239
GNSS – TNC
Power/NMEA 0183/silent mode – 12 way circular multipole
NMEA 2000 – 5 way Micro-C connector
USB – USB Micro-B

 

DATA INTERFACES
NMEA 0183 – 2 x bi-directional ports
NMEA 2000 – NMEA 2000 Ed 3.101, LEN=1
USB – PC virtual com port for NMEA 0183 data

STANDARDS COMPLIANCE
AIS standards – IEC 62287-2 Ed. 2.  ITU-R M.1371.5
Product safety standards – EN60950-1 2006 +A11:2009 +A1:2010 +A12:2011 +A2:2013 EN62311:2008
Environmental standards – IEC 60945 Ed. 4
Serial data interface standards – IEC 61162-1 Ed 5.0.  IEC 61162-2 Ed 1.0
NMEA 2000 – NMEA 2000 Ed 3.101
GNSS performance standards – IEC 61108-1 Ed 2.0. IEC 61108-02 Ed 1.0

 

GNSS
Systems supported – GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
(two of any combination, three including GPS, Galileo)
Channels – 72
Internal/external antenna – Internal or optional external antenna
Time to first fix from cold start – 26s

 

VHF TRANSCEIVER
VDL access scheme – SOTDMA
Operating frequency – 156.025MHz – 162.025MHz
Channel bandwidth – 25kHz
Receivers/transmitters – 2 x receivers, 1 x transmitter
AIS receiver sensitivity (20% PER) – -111dBm
AIS transmitter power – 5W (+37dBm)

 

USER INTERFACE
Indicators – Power, transmit timeout, error, silent mode

In the box

  • 1 x AIS Transceiver
  • 1 x Power and Data Cable (2m)
  • 1 x VHF Radio Accessory Cable (1m)
  • 1 x Flexi-fit Mounting Bracket – Complete with Screws & Optional Fixing Tape

Product Features

  • Weight: 470g
  • Dimensions: D:7cm W:8.5cm H:4cm
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