Product Description
The Furuno FA70 AIS Transceiver is a must - have for safe and efficient navigation. As per FCC regulations, units sold in the US need programming by a qualified technician. At the time of purchase, submit the form below for programming. You'll need a copy of the MMSI registration or FCC Ship Station License, along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed form. Click here to download the form. This transceiver has multiple ports, enabling easy connection to your NavNet, AIS - capable Radar, Chart Plotter, or favorite navigation software. It graphically presents AIS information like vessel name, call sign, position, course, and speed, making it a breeze to monitor vessel traffic. Both models work with almost any VHF antenna. You can also opt for a signal splitter to share your radio's VHF antenna, simplifying installation. The FA - 70 AIS receives useful information from surrounding vessels and is a Class - B+ AIS. It transmits your vessel information at higher power and faster rates than typical Class B units, increasing your visibility. SOTDMA ensures a time slot allocation, so you're visible in congested waters. It comes with an internal GPS Receiver with differential (DGPS) capability, guaranteeing high - precision information transmission. Key features include enhancing safe navigation, improving situational awareness in tough conditions, flexible integration, high - power and fast transmission, an internal VHF splitter, switchable SO - TDMA and CS - TDMA, receiving both Class - A and Class - B AIS info, initial setup via the NMEA2000 network, and a Silent Mode with an external ON/OFF switch. Note: This product can't be returned to the original point of purchase. Contact the manufacturer directly for any issues.
Using the Furuno FA70 AIS Transceiver is straightforward. First, connect it to your NavNet, AIS - capable Radar, Chart Plotter, or navigation software through the multiple ports available. When purchasing in the US, remember to get it programmed by a qualified technician. You'll need to fill out the form, attach a copy of the MMSI registration or FCC Ship Station License, and get the vessel master or owner's signature. For installation, if you choose the signal splitter option, you can share your radio's VHF antenna. During use, keep in mind that this device will receive information from surrounding vessels and transmit your vessel's details at a high power and fast rate. It has a Silent Mode which you can turn on or off using the external switch. As for maintenance, keep the device clean and dry. Check the connections regularly to ensure they're secure. If you face any problems, don't return it to the place of purchase. Instead, reach out to the manufacturer directly.
