Description

Function

The easyAtoN Type3 uses the AIS system to broadcast up to 32 AtoN real, synthetic and/or virtual navigation marker positions to all AIS receivers within the vicinity.

•  Real AtoN
  existing navigation marker with transmitter equipment.
• Synthetic AtoN
  existing navigation marker without transmitter equipment which become visible within the AIS
  system on chart plotter.
• Virtual AtoN
  a position of no existing navigation mark becomes visible within the AIS system on chart plotter.

Highlights

• The easyAtoN Type3 has the Capability of generating virtual and synthetic AtoN navigation marks
• The easyAtoN Type3 has Integrated GPS antenna
• AIS FATDMA or RATDMA (by software selectable)
• Waterproof and rigid housing
• Control for external power switch

Technical Data

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 180 x 120 x 50 mm
• Weight: 700 g
• Power Supply: 9.6 – 31.2VDC
  Consumption: 3-6W@12VDC
  (depending on configuration level)
  Option: Solar panel
• Transmission Power 5 Watt
• IP67 waterproof
• 72-channel GNSS receiver
• Operation temperature: -10°C to +55°C
• Functionality: 5 Status LEDs
• Bandwidth/Modulation: 25 kHz, GMSK, 9.6 kbps
• Transmitter: single AIS transceiver (supports AIS1/AIS2)
• Receiver: dual-channel AIS receiver (AIS1/AIS2) + DSC support
• Transmit Power: 5 W (50 Ω)

 

Specifications

General

• Ingress Protection: IP67 (waterproof & dustproof)

• Operating Temp: –15 °C to +55 °C (storage: –20 °C to +75 °C)

• Compass Safety Distance: minimum 80 cm

 Power

• Input Voltage: 9.6–31.2 V DC (typically 12 V or 24 V)

• Consumption:

  • Transmit: ≈2 A at 12 V

  • Standby: ≈240 mA at 12 V

  • Equivalent to about 3–6 W @ 12 V, depending on reporting rate

 AIS & RF

• Transmitter: single AIS transceiver (supports AIS1/AIS2)

• Receiver: dual-channel AIS receiver (AIS1/AIS2) + DSC support

• Transmit Power: 5 W (50 Ω)

• Frequencies: AIS1 161.975 MHz, AIS2 162.025 MHz; marine band ±156–162 MHz

• Bandwidth/Modulation: 25 kHz, GMSK, 9.6 kbps

• Sensitivity: –114 dBm (<20% PER)

• Adjacent-channel rejection: 70 dB; co-channel: 10 dB; intermodulation: 65 dB; blocking: 84 dB

 GNSS

• GPS/GNSS Receiver: 72‑channel internal module (GPS & GLONASS)

 Interfaces

• NMEA‑0183: 3 × inputs & 3 × outputs

• USB: for configuration via PC software

• VHF Antenna: N‑type connector

• Optional: NMEA‑2000, light/sensor control, external switches (configured via USB/software)

 

Functional Features

•  The easyAtoN Type3 Broadcasts up to 31 (some sources say 32) real, synthetic, and virtual AtoN positions

• Supports both FATDMA and RATDMA slot access – AIS time‑slot synchronization

• User interface via PC software: program MMSI, AtoN types (fixed, light, cardinal, special, etc.), configure real/off‑position modes, set binary/text messages

• Generates Message 21; can attach binary Message 6 or 8 for additional info when off‑position

Used Applications

• Seafarm protection
• Harbour entry marking
• Waterway marking
• Buoy marking