Simrad
Simrad V5043 Class A AIS System
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Description
The Simrad V5043 is a full-featured Class A AIS transponder system that delivers everything needed for IMO compliance at excellent value, and is also type approved for Inland AIS applications. Supplied as a complete standalone package with a junction box, GPS antenna, integrated pilot plug, cables and mounting hardware, it requires only a VHF antenna to complete the installation. A larger 4.3-inch colour display with an easy 11-key backlit keypad lets the V5043 be configured and operated on its own, showing AIS information in radar, alphanumeric and GNSS satellite views.
Adding AIS greatly enhances safety at sea, giving an instant overview of surrounding traffic and the movements of other vessels, including in radar blind zones. The V5043 transmits and receives on the two AIS channels, includes a dedicated DSC receiver and a 72-channel GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and Galileo with SBAS. Comprehensive connectivity through three bi-directional NMEA 0183 ports, a NMEA 2000 bus and an Ethernet interface lets it share AIS data with navigation systems such as the Simrad MX610 and MX612 and E5000-series ECDIS, with the pilot plug available on the front panel or via a remote connection.
PRODUCT DETAILS
- IMO type-approved Class A AIS transponder, also approved for Inland AIS
- Complete standalone system with 4.3-inch colour display, junction box, GPS antenna and pilot plug
- Two AIS channels (transmit and receive) plus a dedicated DSC receiver
- 72-channel GNSS receiver: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo with SBAS
- Radar, alphanumeric and GNSS satellite display modes
- NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000 and Ethernet (IEC 61162-450) connectivity
- Connects to Simrad MX610/MX612 navigation systems and E5000-series ECDIS
- Integrated pilot plug on front panel, or via remote connection
- V5043 Class A AIS main unit with 4.3-inch colour display
- AIS junction box with NMEA 0183/2000 and sensor connections
- GPS antenna with 10 m cable
- Integrated pilot plug assembly
- Interconnect cables and mounting hardware
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General
| AIS class | Class A AIS transponder (IMO and Inland AIS type approved) |
Transmitter
| Frequency range | 156.025 - 162.025 MHz |
| Channel bandwidth | 25 kHz |
| Modulation | GMSK / FM |
| Data rate | 9,600 bps |
| TX power output | 1 / 12.5 W (30 / 41 dBm +/- 1.5 dB) |
| Number of AIS transmitters | 1 |
Receiver
| Number of AIS receivers | 2 |
| AIS channels | CH 87B (161.975 MHz) and CH 88B (162.025 MHz) |
| RX sensitivity | < -110 dBm @ 20% PER at 20 C |
DSC
| Number of DSC receivers | 1 |
| DSC frequency | 156.525 MHz |
| DSC sensitivity | < -112 dBm @ BER < 10-2 |
GPS
| GNSS receiver | 72-channel; GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo; SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN) |
| GNSS accuracy | Position 2.5 m CEP; SBAS 2.0 m CEP |
| GPS antenna | RG58A/U cable, 10 m, TNC (male) connector |
Display
| Screen | 4.3 in colour TFT, 480 x 272 pixels |
| Display modes | Radar, alphanumeric (text) and GNSS satellite |
Connectivity
| NMEA 0183 | Three bi-directional ports (IEC 61162-1/-2); baud 38400/9600/4800 |
| NMEA 2000 | Yes (IEC 61162-3) |
| Ethernet | IEC 61162-450 |
| VHF antenna connector | SO-239 (female) |
| Pilot plug | Front panel or via remote connection |
Electrical
| Supply voltage | 12 V DC or 24 V DC (range 9.6 - 31.2 V DC) |
| Peak current draw | 3.60 A @ 12 V DC; 1.72 A @ 24 V DC |
Environment
| Operating temperature | -25 C to +55 C |
| Waterproof rating | IP54 |
Physical
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 238 x 135 x 192.6 mm (including connectors) |
| Weight (main unit) | 1.25 kg |
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