HIGH TRANSMIT POWER

B400 SERIESClass B

Introducing the B400, a high-powered priority transmit AIS Class B transceiver that delivers ultimate reliability, enhanced range and advanced performance across the busiest waters and open ocean.

Designed for serious sailors and commercial applications, the B400 is a self-contained, fully integrated plug-and-play unit. Suitable for internal or external installation, it has been certified weather and waterproof, and offers a integrated colour display to remove the need for additional screens. Easy to install and use, the B400 can be integrated with all common bridge systems, as well as offering a full range of advanced AIS functionality including alerts, target filters, vessel information lists, real time weather updates and more.

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B400 PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Features

    • Certified high powered AIS Class B (5W SOTDMA)
    • High Performance latest generation GPS
    • Ruggedized and impervious to extreme environments – water (IP67), damp, shock, vibration, temperatures.
    • Suitable internal or permanent external installation
    • Robust ergonomic button and rotary-knob user interfaces with configurable multi-lingual menu options
    • Integrated high definition colour display with night mode
    • ENC chart (C-MAP) with configurable AIS target overlay
    • Multiple Functionality – Collision, CPA, MOB, SAR, Vessel Lists, Text Messaging, Weather, Active Monitoring, Silent Mode, plus much more
    • Professional live AIS AtoN information display
    • Plug & Play Connectivity – Integrated WiFi, NMEA0183 & NMEA2000
    • Enhanced RF screening to protect against electromagnetic interference
    • Built-in power surge protection

  • Technical Specification

    PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATION
    Size (w x h x d) – 152 x 165 x 95mm
    Weight – 1.1kg
    Operating temperature – -25°C to +55°C
    Storage temperature – -25°C to +70°C
    Ingress protection – IPx6 and IPx7

     

    ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION
    Supply voltage – 12V or 24V DC
    Supply voltage range – 9.6V – 31.2V DC
    Average current (at 12V) – 480mA
    Peak current – 4A
    Average power consumption (at 12V) – 5.8W
    Galvanic isolation – NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000, Power supply, VHF antenna port

     

    CONNECTORS
    VHF antenna – SO-239
    GNSS – TNC
    Power – 2 way circular multipole
    NMEA 0183/silent mode – 14 way circular multipole
    NMEA 0183/alarm relay – 18 way circular multipole
    NMEA 2000 – 5 way Micro-C connector

     

    DATA INTERFACES
    NMEA 0183 – 3 x input ports. 3 x bi-directional ports
    NMEA 2000 – NMEA 2000 Ed 3.101, LEN=1
    Wi-Fi – IEEE 802.11 (a/b/g), client and access point mode supported (5 connections in access point mode)

    STANDARDS COMPLIANCE
    AIS standards – IEC 62287-2 Ed. 2.  ITU-R M.1371.5
    Product safety standards – EN60950-1 2006 +A11:2009 +A1:2010 +A12:2011 +A2:2013
    Environmental standards – IEC 60945 Ed. 4
    Serial data interface standards – IEC 61162-1 Ed 5.0.  IEC 61162-2 Ed 1.0
    NMEA 2000 – NMEA 2000 Ed 3.101
    GNSS performance standards – IEC 61108-1 Ed 2.0.  IEC 61108-02 Ed 1.0

     

    GNSS
    Systems supported – GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
    (two of any combination, three including GPS, Galileo)
    Channels – 72
    Internal/external antenna – External only
    Time to first fix from cold start – 26s

     

    VHF TRANSCEIVER
    VDL access scheme – SOTDMA
    Operating frequency – 156.025MHz – 162.025MHz
    Channel bandwidth – 25kHz
    Receivers/transmitters – 3 x receivers, 1 x transmitter
    AIS receiver sensitivity (20% PER) – -111dBm
    AIS transmitter power – 5W (+37dBm)

     

    USER INTERFACE
    Screen – 5″ 800 x 480 full colour LCD
    Buttons – Rotary encoder for selection and entry, 4 menu keys and 4 direction keys
    SD card interface – Micro SD card interface for logging and chart cards (not available from em-trak)

     

    GNSS ANTENNA
    Size –  85 x 70mm
    Weight – 470g
    Ingress protection – IPx6 and IPx7
    Mounting – 1 inch 14 TPI pole mount required
    GNSS systems supported – GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou

     

  • In The Box

    • 1 X AIS Transceiver
    • 1 X Mounting Bracket And Fixings Pack
    • I X Power Cable
    • 1 X Data Accessory Cable
    • 1 X GPS Antenna

  • Global Support & Warranty Service

    With em-trak you can buy with confidence. If you are unhappy with your new product for any reason, within two days of receipt and subject to the product and packaging being complete and undamaged, you may return it to us for a full refund.

     

    We are sorry, but we cannot accept the return of any product if you have not advised us in writing within 48 hours of receiving your em-trak product, or if it has been used and or damaged or if any of the package is incomplete. All em-trak products benefit from our three year global warranty.

     

    In the unlikely event of a problem, please contact our Customer Support department (24/7) at support@em-trak.com and one of our experts will work with you to instantly resolve your issue or arrange the repair or replacement of your em-trak product. The warranty is invalidated if the product has been incorrectly used, damaged or tampered.

  • Manuals & Downloads

    B400 user manual EN

    B400 user manual DE.

    B400 red declaration of conformity

    B400 quick start guide

     

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Accessories

14 WAY DATA CABLE

14 WAY DATA CABLE Accessory

14 way data cable suitable for use with A200 AIS Class A and B400 AIS Class B

£47

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Accessories

18 WAY DATA CABLE

18 WAY DATA CABLE Accessory

18 way data cable suitable for use with A200 AIS Class A and B400 AIS Class B

£38

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POWERFUL

Advanced Performance

em-trak's advanced core technology has been developed to consume less power, whilst providing the very best AIS and GPS performance, ensuring every transmission is translated in real time, without error, so you always have complete picture.

TRUSTED

Total reliability

em-trak AIS transceivers use the highest quality components to provide years of continuous, maintenance free operation. Engineered for even the harshest marine environments, all our products undergo extensive testing to ensure they are waterproof and unaffected by extreme temperatures, shock, vibration, and sun/UV.

PLUG & PLAY

Connectivity

em-trak's transceivers can connect and share data simultaneously to multiple devices, and on any type of display – chartplotter, pc, tablet, mobile phone or wearable. This ensures you get the most from your em-trak AIS product and related on-board equipment every day, including all AIS related functionality such as weather, MOB, anti-collision, anchor safety, vessel tracking and more.

QUICK & SIMPLE

Easy Installation

With features such as FLEXI-FIT bracket, integrated GPS antenna, VHF antenna splitter and unlimited connectivity options, including NMEA2000 & 0183, Bluetooth & Wifi. em-trak AIS transceivers have been designed for quick and easy set up and installation on any vessel.

PEACE OF MIND

Global Compliance

em-trak products are rigorously tested and certified to meet international AIS standards so you have total peace of mind, wherever you are. This includes FCC, USCG, Canada and EU test and certification.

BEST IN CLASS

Warranty & Support

Our AIS transceivers are maintenance free, come with a three year global warranty as standard, and our in-house tech support is backed by over 1,000 local dealers around the world.