A026 AIS Receiver with NMEA Multiplexer + WiFi + GPS
$170.00
If you want to merge AIS, GPS and NMEA data …
- Combines dual channel AIS data, with GPS and NMEA information
- View wirelessly from anywhere on your boat using your smartphone, tablet or laptop (and connect to a chart plotter or device of your choice).
In stock (can be backordered)
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- Compatible Applications
- RS232 to RS422
Description
If you want to merge AIS, GPS and NMEA data, look no further!
The A026 combines dual channel AIS data, with GPS and NMEA information allowing you to view wirelessly anywhere on your boat (and connect to a chart plotter or device of your choice).
If you want to merge AIS, GPS and NMEA data, look no further!
The advantage of an integrated GPS is that you can see not only where the other ships are, but crucially where you are in comparison with them and the coastline.
The ideal wireless AIS, GPS and NMEA multiplexer for your convenience.
- Compact dual channel AIS receiver
- Multiplexer: combines AIS, GPS and NMEA 0183
- Can be used wirelessly (WiFi) or through the USB or NMEA ports
- Up to 22 nautical miles receiving range
- Compatible with chart plotters, Windows, Mac OS X, Linux systems, Android and iOS
Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| AIS Reception | Two independent receivers monitoring AIS channels (161.975 MHz & 162.025 MHz) simultaneously |
| Sensitivity | Down to -105 dBm @ 30% PER |
| Receiving Range | Up to 22 nautical miles |
| Power Supply | USB 2.0 powered (<270mA @ 5.0V) |
| Data Output | NMEA-0183 messages via WiFi, USB, and RS422 |
| Built-in GPS | Provides accurate position data |
| Data Integration | Combines NMEA input (4.8 kbps), GPS, and AIS messages into a seamless data stream |
| VHF Antenna Connector | BNC connector for 50 Ohm VHF antenna |
| GPS Antenna Connector | Powered SMA connector for 50 Ohm GPS antenna |
| WiFi Modes and capacity | Ad hoc, station, and standby operating modes, Internal WiFi access point supports up to 4 devices simultaneously |
| Standby Function | GPS and WiFi standby (from firmware version 1.2, May 2020 onwards) |
| Compatibility | Windows XP, 7, 8, 10; Mac OS X; Linux; Android; iOS (initial configuration requires Windows) |
| Connectivity | Plug & play with chart plotters and PCs |
Available to add to your order
AIS/VHF Antenna:
- AS02 entry level AIS/VHF Antenna or AS12 AIS/VHF Fibreglass Antenna -requires UHF/SO239 (female) to BNC male connector
GPS Antenna:
Power Convertor (recommended):
VHF Antenna Splitter:
- A015-RX Active VHF Splitter-for AIS receivers (only needed if planning to share a single VHF antenna between an AIS receiver and VHF radio)
RS232 Protocol Bridge:
- AS03 NMEA Protocol Bridge (only needed if connecting to RS232 devices)
| Document Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Set Up Guide |  |
| User Manual | |
| Drivers |  |
| Firmware | |
| Configuration Tool | |
Connections
| Connection | Specification |
|---|---|
| AIS/VHF Connection | Standard BNC female 50 Ohm connector.(AS02) |
| GPS Connection | Powered SMA connector for 50 Ohm GPS antenna. (AS04) |
| USB Connection | Fitted with a Micro USB port (cable included) to provide power, as well as data output and ability to be configured. |
| NMEA 0183 Connections | The A026 can be connected to other AIS and SeaTalk compatible equipment (eg. wind/ depth or heading sensors), the A026 also sends out NMEA 0183 messages via WiFi, USB and NMEA outputs simultaneously for chart plotters. |
| Data Output | NMEA-0183 messages via WiFi, USB, and RS422 |
| WiFi Connection | Connectivity in both ad hoc and station modes on 802.11 b/g/n, up to 4 devices at the same time. |
| LED Indicators | The A026 features three LEDs that indicate power (top, red), AIS (centre, green), and GPS (bottom, green) status respectively. The AIS LED will flicker at a fast rate when signals are received. The GPS LED will flicker more slowly as data is received. |
What’s included?
- 1 x A026
- 1 x USB cable
- 1 x setup guidebook
- 1 x WiFi antenna
Product Introduction
Unboxing
How to connect to OpenCPN via WiFi
Setup Video
| Name of APP | iPhone | Android | Mac | PC | Linux |
| Open CPN | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Navionics | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| Seanav | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| Boat Beacon | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| SeaPilot | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| Belfield Chartplotter | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| iRegatta | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| iSailor | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| Marine Traffic | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | |
| SEAiq | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | |
| AIS Radar | ✅ | ||||
| Imray Navigator | ✅ | ||||
| iNavX | ✅ | ✅ | |||
| COAA Shiplotter | Parallels/Boot Camp | ✅ | Wine | ||
| NMEA remote app | ✅ | ||||
| PCPLOTTER | Parallels/Boot Camp | ✅ | |||
| NavigationPLANNER | Parallels/Boot Camp | ✅ |
FAQ – How to connect NMEA0183 RS422 to older RS232 devices.
This product uses the NMEA 0183-RS422 protocol (differential signal), however some older chart plotters or instruments may use the older NMEA-RS232 protocol (single-ended signal).
To ensure A026 compatibility with any older NMEA0183 device, check if your device uses NMEA0183 RS422 or RS232
- NMEA0183 RS422 devices’ wiring is compatible ‘out of the box’. Swap NMEA + and NMEA – wires if the communication does not work.
- NMEA0183 RS232 will require a Protocol Bridge (AS03) to connect your wiring
Connecting the A026 to an older (RS232) instrument or chart plotter is not a problem, simply order the AS03 Protocol Bridge. Our AS03 Protocol Bridge connects NMEA-RS232 wiring to MNEA0183-RS422 and vice versa, using a simple ‘plug ‘n’ play’ connection, with no setup or configuration needed.
You will probably need an AS03 if you are connecting to an older Garmin, Raymarine or Standard Horizon device. The easiest way to check is to look at the input/output connections on the device that you will connect the multiplexer to. If the input/output connections on your device (chart plotter, depth reader, etc.) have a TX, RX or GND connection, you will need to use a protocol bridge.
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