Transponder upgrade After thoroughly researching the available “black box” units, we settled on the Class B Vesper XB-8000 when we installed a new AIS aboard Entre’acte. ![]() The above system is very simple and cost-effective and - despite the limitation of the plotter - we are ecstatic with the results. The iPad also displays AtoNs where the Garmin plotter does not. The iPad running SEAiq Free was originally our backup, but since the WiFi connectivity with our transponder has proved so easy, it now serves as an ancillary plotter when we are following numerous AIS targets and need a larger screen. Because of the power draw (3+ amps), we seldom use the computer for active navigation at sea. The computer, running Open CPN, is used mainly for critical pre-voyage planning. These plotters are hard-wired via NMEA 0183 to a Vesper XB-8000 AIS transponder and antenna splitter. This is further technical information about purchasing, installing, and powering AIS devices from the article in the July 2015 issue.Įntr’acte’s navigation system consists of two identical chart plotters (nav station/cockpit), with charts (SD Card) for our current area. ![]() Entr’acte’s nav station has limited space, so compact devices and wireless connections are welcome.
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