2020-01-08, 06:19 PM
Thinking about how to integrate AIS into my new OP install. As it turns out, my new to me (last year) old sailboat does not currently have a fixed VHF radio. I probably would have purchased a simple used ebay fixed VFH at some point. If I want AIS in my OP install, I've been pondering these two choices:
(1) AIS USB dongle and another antenna or a splitter. I've read about getting the correct splitter (which is expensive). Putting up another antenna is complicated and not inexpensive.
(2) Install a VHF radio that outputs AIS via NMEA 0183 like the Standard Horizon GX2200.
Any thoughts about complexity/cost?
(1) AIS USB dongle and another antenna or a splitter. I've read about getting the correct splitter (which is expensive). Putting up another antenna is complicated and not inexpensive.
(2) Install a VHF radio that outputs AIS via NMEA 0183 like the Standard Horizon GX2200.
Any thoughts about complexity/cost?