RadarPlus^® SM162B Low Cost CLASS B AIS Transponder

The RadarPlus® SM162B CLASS B AIS transponder is an all-in-one Class B AIS solution. For U.S. Sales: This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained Dual AIS receiver Class B AIS transmitter 12-channel GPS VHF antenna GPS antenna Contained in a 25 inch tube Mounts on a standard marine base The transmission of vessel name, call sign, size, position, destination, and navigational status makes the RADARPLUS SM162B a comprehensive target tracking system. You can now see and be seen far beyond line of sight.

FEATURES

• All-in-One Class B AIS
• Installs in minutes
• Low Cost
• Works with all AIS nav software

Interface options

• NMEA 0183 HS V3.0 / IEC 61162

Automatic Identification System, or AIS, is a cutting-edge tool to assist with concerns such as collision avoidance, law enforcement, and port security. Legislation to address these concerns requires a majority of commercial vessels to operate a Class A AIS. Class A systems are expensive, complicated, and not required on all vessels.

Class B was developed to provide a lower cost solution to facilitate wider adoption of AIS. With the RADARPLUS SM162B, you can transmit vital information about your vessel while viewing the AIS transmissions of others in real-time, aiding navigation and promoting safety.

Learn more about Class A vs. Class B AIS

System Specifications

• Designation: Class B AIS
• Serial interface: subset of IEC 61993-2
• Power Supply: 12.6V
• Power Consumption: Less than 10 watts
• Temperature: (per IEC 60945)
• -25 degrees C to +70 degrees C (Exposed)
• Compass Safe Distance: 1 meter
• EMC: per IEC 62287
• Salt Fog: per IEC 62287
• Vibration: per IEC 62287

Navigation Specifications

• 12 channel internal GPS and antenna

Dimensions and Weights

• Diameter: 2.0 in.
• Height: 25.0 in.
• Weight: 3 lbs.

Frequencies and Channel Bandwidth

• RX 1 & 2: 161.975 - 162.025 MHz at 25 kHz channel spacing
• RX DSC: 156.525 MH

AIS Transmitter

• Power Output: < 2 watts
• Harmonic Emission: < -66 dBc (< 0.25 micro Watts)
• Spurious Emission: < -66 dBc (< 0.25 micro Watts)
• Ramp Up: < 300 micro Sec
• Ramp Down: < 300 micro Sec
• Channel Protection: 1 sec max on air
• Frequency Accuracy: +/- 3ppm
• Modulation Spectrum: per IEC 62287

AIS Receiver

• AIS Data Rate: 9,600 bps
• Sensitivity: <20% PER at -107 dBm
• Adjacent Channel Rejection: 60 dB at 25 kHz
• Blocking: 70 dB
• Intermodulation: 60 dB
• Large Signal PER: < 1%
• Image Rejection: > 70 dB for 20% PER
• Spurious Rejection: > 70 dB for 20% PER

Logical Serial Interface Details:

The logical serial interface of the SM150 is a subset of IEC specification 61993-2, using a 38.4 kbps connection to a host computer. The received AIS messages are output using the VDM sentence, and GPS location data is output using the NMEA 0183 sentences.

To request full serial interface specifications, please contact us or call Shine Micro at (360) 437-2503.

The RadarPlus allows AIS enabled software to chart ship positions and descriptions in real-time. The following packages have been tested and are fully operational with the SM162B:

• Rose Point - Coastal Explorer
• ICAN - Regulus
• Transas - NaviSailor
• Xanatos - Titan
• Nobeltec - Admiral
• EuroNav - seaPro
• Chyna Sea - MapTech

Simple Marine Installation

1. 1.Attach the SM162B to a standard 1" x 14 threaded antenna mount.
2. 2.Connect the power cable to a 12 volt power source.
3. 3.Connect the ground lug to a solid ground.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Shine Micro warrants its products to be free from defects for one full year from the date of purchase. Shine Micro will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Labor and material costs for such repairs or replacement will be free of charge. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accidents, or unauthorized alterations or repair.