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How to install KS-200A+ GPS Antenna?

How to install KS-200A+ VHF Antenna？

What other functions can Onwa AIS support ?

Besides standard Class B+ AIS transponder functions, Onwa AIS transponder can also support the below functions :

exactTrax satellite tracking
text messaging between Onwa AIS transponders
AIS track recording function

Can Onwa AIS transponder stop AIS transmission ?

Yes, either Onwa AIS transponder black box or AIS/chartplotter can stop the AIS transmission.

Onwa AIS transponder is Class B or Class B+ ?

All Onwa AIS transponders are Class B+ AIS transponder

What is Class B+

Class B+, a new standard, utilizes SOTDMA format transmissions which offer a 5W power output (2.5x more powerful than a regular Class B), a guaranteed time slot for transmission in busy traffic areas and faster update rates depending upon the speed of the vessel.

What is Class B AIS transponder ?

Class B AIS Transponders are mainly used by recreational vessels and smaller commercial vessels. Information transmitted by Class B transponders can be “seen” by all AIS receiving equipment. Class B transponders also receive all Class A and Class B AIS transmissions.

What is AIS transponder?

Automatic identification systems (AIS) transponders are designed to be capable of providing position, identification and other information about the ship to other ships and to coastal authorities automatically.

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