Digital Yacht PilotLink Class A AIS WiFi Interface

Part number - ZDIGPLINK

Brand new in the box

Connects to the pilot plug interface so iPad, iPhones and other tablets can share the AIS data via a wifi link

PilotLINK is a wireless interface for Class A AIS systems. All Class A transponders share a common “Pilot Plug” connector that Pilot-LINK connects directly to via a 1m cable. PilotLINK then creates a wifi navigation network on board the vessel which allows AIS and GPS data from the Class A to be sent directly to any connected mobile devices such as phones or tablets. It’s compatible with iOS and Android systems (depending upon app utilised) as well as PC & MAC based systems.

PilotLINK is stand alone and can operate from its internal, user replaceable, dry battery (PP3) for up to 15 hours. Alternatively, it can connect via a standard mini USB connector to any USB style power pack or AC/DC USB power adaptor that are readily available from many 3rd parties.

PilotLINK is compatible with a wide variety of apps and PC programs. iAIS is a free of charge app from Digital DeepSea which gives a basic AIS radar type display and target information. It’s also compatible with iSailor and iNavX - both popular charting/ AIS products and many other 3rd party apps available through the Apple App store or Google Play on Android.

PilotLINK can also interface with a PC or MAC. Popular navigation programs such as SmarterTrack, SeaPro, RosePoint and MaxSea for PCs or macENC for a Mac are all compatible. PilotLINK ships with a complimentary copy of SmarterTrack Lite - a full featured AIS display program for Windows PCs.

FEATURES

Wireless Interface for Class A AIS Transponders

Reads GPS and AIS data directly from the transponders Pilot Plug

Supports bi-directional communication for configuring the transponder

Uses standard NMEA data for maximum compatibility with soft- ware applications

Free iAIS App for iPhone, iTouch or iPad

Complimentary copy of SmarterTrack Lite for PCs

Creates a wireless access point with a typical range of 30m

Transmits data via TCP/UDP link

TCP allows single device connection while UDP allows multiple devices to receive the data

Fully compatible with many popular Apps and software programs

Rugged handheld design can be fitted with optional rubber jacket

Powered from internal 9v PP3 battery or optional external USB power source