Description
In addition to the regular reception of AIS data, The easyINFOBOX has also been developed to receive the position data of specific objects within a “closed user group” in the function of a mobile headquarters. Such an application can be realized in conjunction with the portable Weatherdock position transmitters, vmsTRACK-PRO , easyAIRDROP, easyRESCUE Dive, easyPOS’N’HOOK or iridiumIONEER . These transmitter units send their position reports on a special, encrypted frequency so that only the headquarters is able to display this position data to its own “closed user group”.
The easyINFOBOX could conceivably be used with diving groups, where the INFOBOX remains on the dive boat as a base station. Another possible area of application is the mobile monitoring of a specific area, e.g. during a regatta. It is also conceivable to use the easyINFOBOX in a rescue helicopter, since the built-in receiver receives the emergency signals from an activated “AIS Search and Rescue Transmitter” despite the predefined “closed user group” and these are visually displayed on the chart display unit. In order to receive the signals, the INFOBOX must be connected to a VHF antenna . This is normally available on board. The easyINFOBOX is powered by the on-board power supply . A corresponding connection is provided in the box. The easyINFOBOX also has the option of connecting an external GPS antenna .
A separate signal generator for CPA alarms and incoming AIS SART distress messages is integrated into the box, which can be switched on or off as required. The user must provide the map material for the chart display device for the respective area of use. In order to display the different positions of the “closed user group”, each object must be equipped with a portable VHF position transmitter . This means that for a regatta one easyPOSALERT per boat, for a diving group one easyRESCUE-DIVE per diver, etc. The portable VHF position transmitters are not included in the delivery of the easyINFOBOX. Devices other than those listed above cannot be operated as a “closed user group”.
Key Features
- Waterproof
- Shockproof
- Dust proof
- IP 67 (at 1 m water depth for max. 30 min.)
- Easy opening and closing with two large cover flaps
- Internal AIS receiver with WLAN module
- External connector for power supply, GPS antenna and FM antenna
- Signal color orange
- Stainless steel
Technical data
- Dimensions (L/W/H):
- External dimensions: 27 x 24.6 x 17.4 cm
- Internal dimensions: 25.1 x 17.8 x 15.5 cm
- Weight: approx. 5 kg
- Operating temperature range: -40° C to 99° C
- Housing: Polypropylene
- Snap Closure: ABS (plastic)
