Vesper WatchMate Vision - AIS Transponder Package w/AIS Only Antenna
Product Description
**As the FCC requires all units sold in the US to be programmed by a qualified technician. Please submit the form below for programming at time of purchase. A copy of the MMSI Registration or FCC Ship Station License is required along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed programming form.**
The Vesper Marine WatchMate Vision, a large 5.7 inch, bright color touchscreen transponder is a fully standalone transponder loaded with smartAIS features including the deckWatch smartwatch app.
Complete Class B AIS Transponder
WatchMate Vision is a Class B AIS transponder with a two-channel parallel receiver and transmitter. It transmits your vessel position and details and receives the same kind of information from other vessels with AIS transponders.
The AIS data is sent every few seconds and includes information such as course, speed, latitude, longitude, and heading. Static information about the vessel is sent every few minutes and includes the name, type of vessel, length, beam, draft, etc.
smartAIS Features:
- Unlike normal AIS which send and receive AIS data, WatchMate Vision has smartAIS which is an active system with smart alarm logic that alerts you rapidly to potential dangers.
- Safety Underway. This alerts you when smartAIS detects a potential collision
- Safety at Anchor. If your anchor drags, smartAIS will let you know immediately
- Safety for your Crew. If someone is washed overboard, smartAIS not only alerts you, it also provides their location so you can pick them up quickly
It means you can focus on navigating your vessel, knowing smartAIS is always keeping watch in the background and is ready to alert you the moment it detects a hazard or unwanted event.
deckWatch
deckWatch from Vesper Marine is a free smart watch app that will transform your boating safety. Get instant information about potential collisions, anchor drag or man overboard on your smart watch using this new Android Wear 2 app from Vesper Marine.
deckWatch uses the power of Android Wear 2 to connect your smart watch directly to the WiFi of your smartAIS transponder. It's your safety companion anywhere on your boat. You don't have to reach for your smart phone or tablet or carry them in rough sea conditions about the boat. You can see alerts directly on your smart watch. That's safety on hand exclusively from Vesper Marine.
Color Touchscreen
The 145mm (5.7”) VGA Color TFT, resistive touchscreen offers a new experience in AIS information display and management.
Plotter Screen Magnifier
WatchMate Vision’s unique magnifier appears on the AIS Plotter Screen when needed allowing you to select targets without losing position context and scale.
orldwide Built-In Coastal Outlines
Coastal outlines enable high level situational awareness and assist your understanding of your location in relation to major land areas. *This feature should not be used as a replacement for accurate navigational charts.
Automated DSC calling
You can connect any VHF radio and WatchMate Vision will provide your GPS position to the radio for its emergency DSC function. You can also connect a compatible VHF using NMEA-0183 and place DSC calls directly to individual vessels by touching them on the screen. There’s no need to punch a string of MMSI digits into your radio.
Automated DSC calling is compatible with all current generation Icom fixed-mount radios. Other radios do not currently have support for Vision's automated DSC calling, but all VHF radios accept Vision-supplied GPS positions.
Safety Messages
Displays received AIS Broadcast Safety Messages. These messages may contain important safety, navigation, weather, or shipping information.
WiFi connectivity anywhere on board
WatchMate Vision has built-in Wi-Fi. You can securely connect up to 5 other devices simultaneously over WiFi. You can have a wireless connection to your laptop, smartphone and tablet.
AIS data, GPS and Navigation instrument data over WiFi
Besides AIS data, GPS and NMEA instrument data can be shared with all your mobile devices and laptops. This is exclusive to Vesper Marine Smart AIS transponders. Manage your vessel’s navigation, set and monitor alarms or take decisive action from anywhere on-board using your mobile device.
Connect Wirelessly to Other Devices Using WiFi 802.11 b/g
WatchMate Vision provides dual WiFi configuration as either a secure Access Point supporting up to five other devices simultaneously or connected to an existing router providing WiFi expansion capability to unlimited devices.
Translates NMEA 2000 instrument data (heading, wind, depth, speed, log, temperature) and routes it to mobile devices, computers and plotters.
Certified NMEA2000 Gateway-Built in
Over WiFi & USB
All NMEA 2000 navigation data is combined with GPS and AIS data and sent simultaneously to up to five WiFi devices (tablets, smart phones, computers) as well as computers via USB. Display and use this data in your navigation applications such as iNavX, Nobletec, iSailor, NavPlay, or SEAiq on an iPad. Or use it on Android and iOS apps or Windows and Mac navigation software.
To NMEA 0183 instruments
Integrate chart plotters, MFDs and radars using NMEA 0183 to your NMEA2000 navigation network using WatchMate Vision.
High resolution GPS
WatchMate Vision is equipped with a fast 5Hz 50 channel GPS. This provides greater detail and higher resolution plotting. Displays GPS satellite status and navigation data such as your position, course and speed when viewed from the My Vessel screen.
GPS source for navigation network
Use it as a source of GPS data on a NMEA 2000 network which means you do not need an additional GPS antenna. View GPS data on your plotter or MFD, with higher resolution and smoother tracks even during high speed maneuvers.
Integrated GPS Antenna
Includes a built-in GPS antenna that allows for simple installation. For best performance, the built-in GPS antenna requires a clear and unobstructed view of the sky. It usually works well when installed in a cockpit, under a non-metallic dodger or under a fiberglass hard-top.
External GPS Antenna (Optional)
If you are mounting the WatchMate Vision in a location which does not provide adequate GPS signal coverage (eg. near or obstructed by metal objects or "down below" at a nav station), we recommend using our (optional) external GPS antenna. An external GPS antenna connection is provided with the WatchMate Vision.
Some of additional innovative features of WatchMate Vision include:
- Vesper Marine’s new multiprocessor architecture for fast performance and includes dedicated AIS processors ensuring reliable, instant AIS data acquisition
- Easy installation: Just plug in a VHF antenna and connect to 12-24 VDC
- WatchMate Vision’s low power consumption that keeps it always on, always visible, always watching
- The WatchMate Vision is water proof (IPx7) so it can safely be mounted mostly anywhere. Unlike many touchscreen devices, you can even operate it with wet hands
- Galvanically isolated USB ports protect the transponder and connected equipment (eg laptops) against damage due to inadequately bonded or damaged circuits on board
High Performance Antenna - AIS Only
An antenna dedicated for AIS! Always on. Always visible. Always watching. AIS tuned 1.0M stainless steel antenna for masthead or other similar installations.
Has SO-239 socket and mounting L-bracket. Perfect for installations where the lowest possible windage is a requirement.
Although referred to as a masthead antenna, it is also suitable for mounting anywhere the L-bracket suits the location. Example mounting locations are along side solar panels, bimini side, on an arch, above a radar or at the upper edge of a cabin top.
A detachable cable makes installation and maintenance easier and allows for any length cable to be used. It easily mounts on a mast but is also suitable for mounting almost anywhere with it's included 316 stainless steel L-bracket.
Features:
- Specially designed 1.0M (3') 316 stainless steel antenna
- Easily replaceable stainless steel whip if it gets lost or damaged
- Optimized for AIS Includes SO239 socket and 316 stainless steel mounting bracket
- Perfect for masthead or installations where the L-bracket suits
- Easily adapted to most any installation configuration
- Detachable cable allows for any length to be used
Note: The VA162 is a dedicated AIS antenna. If the installation requires sharing one antenna between the VHF radio and the AIS transponder using a Vesper Marine SP160 Antenna Splitter, use the VA159 Antenna specifically designed for sharing with a VHF radio. If sharing one antenna, use VA159 Antenna and SP160 Antenna Splitter.
