Simrad V5043 Class A AIS Transmitter

SIMRAD V5043 Class A AIS Transmitter | SOLAS Compliant Marine Communication

Enhance your vessel´s safety and ensure full regulatory compliance with the SIMRAD V5043, a professional-grade Class A Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder. Designed for the rigorous demands of commercial shipping, offshore operations, and superyachts, this IMO-compliant and SOLAS-certified system provides unparalleled situational awareness. Navigate congested waterways and open seas with confidence, knowing your vessel is clearly visible to other AIS-equipped ships and that you have a comprehensive view of surrounding traffic. The V5043 is an essential piece of communication hardware, functioning as one of the most reliable AIS Transmitters available for today´s professional mariner.

The SIMRAD V5043 stands out with its robust construction and user-centric design. It serves as a complete, standalone solution thanks to a large, integrated 4.3-inch full-color display and an intuitive interface featuring a rotary dial and alphanumeric keypad. This allows for quick access to critical data, target plotting, and message configuration without the need for a separate multi-function display. Its flexible installation options, including both bracket and flush-mount kits, ensure a seamless fit into any helm or communications station.

Key Benefits:

* Full IMO & SOLAS Compliance: Meets the mandatory requirements for Class A AIS, ensuring your vessel is legally compliant for international and commercial voyages.
* Superior Situational Awareness: Transmits your vessel´s data while receiving information from other AIS targets, dramatically improving collision avoidance, traffic management, and search-and-rescue capabilities.
* Standalone or Integrated Operation: Functions as a complete, self-contained unit with its built-in color display, or integrates seamlessly into your existing bridge system via NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183.
* User-Friendly Interface: The combination of a bright color screen, a rotary control dial, and a full keypad makes for effortless operation, even when wearing gloves in challenging sea conditions.
* Robust and Reliable: Built to withstand the harsh marine environment with an IPX7 waterproof rating, guaranteeing performance when you need it most.

Main Features:

* IMO Type Approved Class A AIS Transponder
* Integrated 4.3-inch High-Visibility Color LCD
* Intuitive Rotary Knob and Keypad for Easy Control
* Extensive NMEA 2000 and Dual NMEA 0183 Connectivity
* Dedicated 9-pin Pilot Port for Connection to Pilot Laptops
* Includes GPS-500: a 50-Channel IMO-Compliant GPS Antenna
* Bracket and Flush-Mount Installation Options Included
* Internal Memory for Voyage Data Recording
* Supports a wide range of AIS and safety-related messages

Technical Specifications
* Approvals: IMO Resolution MSC.74(69), SOLAS, IEC 61993-2, IEC 61162-1/2, IEC 62288
* Power Supply: 12 - 24 V DC
* Waterproofing: IPX7
* Dimensions (W x H x D): 113 mm x 211 mm x 172 mm (4.4" x 8.3" x 6.8")
* Weight: 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
* Display: 4.3-inch Color TFT LCD, 480x272 resolution
* AIS Transmitter: 1 x Transmitter
* AIS Receivers: 2 x TDMA Receivers, 1 x DSC Receiver (Channel 70)
* Frequency Range: 156.025 to 162.025 MHz
* Transmitter Power Output: 12.5 Watts
* GPS/GNSS: GPS-500 Antenna included (50 channels, WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS capable)
* 1x NMEA 2000 Micro-C Port
* 2x NMEA 0183 Ports (IEC 61162-1/2, 38400 & 4800 baud)
* 1x Pilot Port (RS232)
* Mounting: Tabletop, Overhead, or Flush Mount