AIS for Inland Shipping

The Furuno FA-170 Inland AIS (Automatic Identification System) transponder is designed to improve navigation safety by observing other AIS equipped vessels. The FA-170 (inland version) can provide you with a solution for open sea cruise and inland navigation. It complies with relevant international regulations and standards as well as international class requirements and inland AIS requirements.

The Furuno FA-170 Inland AIS can be interfaced with Radar and inland ECDIS, allowing AIS information to be displayed. For inland use, the FA-170 has the Blue Sign port.

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Furuno FA-170 Inland AIS

Furuno FA-170 Inland AIS At a Glance:

  • Class A AIS transponder
  • Clear 4.3” color display
  • Displays information about the AIS-equipped ships, as well as coastal stations and Aids to Navigations within VHF coverage
  • Outputs AIS date to ECDIS, radar and other navigational equipment for collision avoidance support
  • Sufficient output ports for dual configuration of ECDIS and radar system
  • LAN interface available for efficient network integration into a bridge system
  • Bridge Alert Management (BAM) ready
  • Meets the specific requirements for alerts and interconnection with BAM as specified in IMO MSC.302 (87)
  • Optional pilot plugs available
  • Receives AIS-SART signals for assisting in streamlining SAR activities

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