its really annoying when the volume of opening music is excessively loud followed by voice which is then far to quiet. Otherwise interesting content. Thanks.
I'm planning on using the gx6000. My question is the neama 0183 connected to the transceiver goes to neama 0183 on my simrad. But where does the gx6000 0183 connect to? Also what happens when the vhf radio is a AIS reciever and so is the reciver/ transponder.
Jeff, you mention how devices "share" VHF antenna. Why can't devices "share" GPS information over the bus network? That way you have one dedicated, high-gain, external GPS antenna and that data can be used by chartplotter, AIS, autopilot..etc..etc ? Thanks for your videos !
Yep GPS antennas are definitely shared over a network. The only exception is AIS transponders, they need a dedicated GPS to avoid any delays in getting the GPS info on time.
Excellent presentation...I have a few follow up questions: 1) Based on your previous comments about how user-friendly Garmin products are to other equipment brands, I’m wondering why you chose this AIS versus a Garmin type AIS (I know you have to pick one of many, what made you pick this one). 2) what is it about this EM-track AIS that you like versus any other AIS; specifically why did you choose this one to review as opposed to another one? 3) if my chart plotter has a GPS receiver and has the GPS information would I still need an external GPS antenna on the AIS unit if it’s connected via NMEA 2000? 4) I had a look at a Garmin AIS unit out of curiosity and noticed in one of the specifications it identified a compass safe distance. What does compass safe distance mean specifically and how does that affect the AIS unit or how does the AIS unit affect the compass? I could not find a similar specifications for Raymarine AIS units.
Hi Borys, we'll be reviewing all products over time and naturally the most popular ones we'll do first. Personally like the reliability, price point, and the size of the em-trak AIS. All AIS transponders come and need their own dedicated GPS, probably to minimize any delay in getting accurate GPS info. Safe distance is a way to prevent electro magnetic interference to the compass.
Hello! I have a B&G V60, with only an AIS receiver (no transmission). If I install the Em-Trak will the AIS data integrate seamlessly? Or will the overlapping receiver signals cause issues on my chart plotter?
Probably, all too often the AIS receiver (e.g. your B&G V60) doesn't recognize it's own AIS number and erroneously thinks it's colliding with itself (e.g. transponder), very annoying.
@@PacificYachtSystems oh man, that is no good! What would be your suggestion for gaining transmission capability? Am I looking at needing to upgrade vhf units?
I've been looking at a B&G combined VHF and AIS tranciever. Would you recommend going for a combined device like that or would you rather recommend using separate VHF and AIS devices?
Quite like the AIS receivers, but even bigger fan of the AIS Transponder and Receivers. Suggest you consider a AIS transponder so other boats with AIS receivers see you too, basically "see and be seen".
@@PacificYachtSystems Ah, yes, the B&G model V60-B actually has the built in transceiver (send&receive). I guess I was basically wondering what the pros and cons to having two separate devices or the single, combined one might be.
@@FringanSthlm The B&G V60-B (and its SIMRAD counterpart) is a fine integrated VHF/AIS unit, but the current model requires two VHF antennas or an external splitter. This em-trak eliminates that need.
Jeff: I know that you know what these terms mean. I only post comments like this because some of your viewers might not be familiar with the distinctions. You are doing a great job with these videos. If I had a boat, I would bring it to PYS for electrical work. Oh, and to see British Columbia, of course. :-)
Your right! That’s what I meant to say. Mea culpa. We had transponders in the planes I used to fly, along with transceivers, of course. All of my ham radio gear is transceiver, but as you get into the higher power stuff, separate transmitters and receivers are still a thing. Etc.
Volume seems a bit low during the discussion. The title music and the pitch at the end were fine but Jeff's talk was much lower.
Thanks for the feedback, will look into it.
Great videos as always, thanks for making them! Audio was low for me as well when you are explaining The EmTrak.
Thanks for watching! And duly noted.
its really annoying when the volume of opening music is excessively loud followed by voice which is then far to quiet. Otherwise interesting content. Thanks.
Thanks for sharing Charlie.
What signal level would you choose to use an external GPS, my signal level is about 40
i want to sail from EU to canada just so you can fix up my electrical system lol
Wow, that's called a vote of confidence, means the world to me, thanks Superform! Jeff
I'm planning on using the gx6000. My question is the neama 0183 connected to the transceiver goes to neama 0183 on my simrad. But where does the gx6000 0183 connect to? Also what happens when the vhf radio is a AIS reciever and so is the reciver/ transponder.
Jeff, you mention how devices "share" VHF antenna. Why can't devices "share" GPS information over the bus network? That way you have one dedicated, high-gain, external GPS antenna and that data can be used by chartplotter, AIS, autopilot..etc..etc ?
Thanks for your videos !
Yep GPS antennas are definitely shared over a network. The only exception is AIS transponders, they need a dedicated GPS to avoid any delays in getting the GPS info on time.
I am struggling to download pro ais 2
Excellent presentation...I have a few follow up questions:
1) Based on your previous comments about how user-friendly Garmin products are to other equipment brands, I’m wondering why you chose this AIS versus a Garmin type AIS (I know you have to pick one of many, what made you pick this one).
2) what is it about this EM-track AIS that you like versus any other AIS; specifically why did you choose this one to review as opposed to another one?
3) if my chart plotter has a GPS receiver and has the GPS information would I still need an external GPS antenna on the AIS unit if it’s connected via NMEA 2000?
4) I had a look at a Garmin AIS unit out of curiosity and noticed in one of the specifications it identified a compass safe distance. What does compass safe distance mean specifically and how does that affect the AIS unit or how does the AIS unit affect the compass? I could not find a similar specifications for Raymarine AIS units.
Hi Borys, we'll be reviewing all products over time and naturally the most popular ones we'll do first. Personally like the reliability, price point, and the size of the em-trak AIS. All AIS transponders come and need their own dedicated GPS, probably to minimize any delay in getting accurate GPS info. Safe distance is a way to prevent electro magnetic interference to the compass.
@@PacificYachtSystems thanks...ps “engineer” ref again on latest instalment.
Hello! I have a B&G V60, with only an AIS receiver (no transmission). If I install the Em-Trak will the AIS data integrate seamlessly? Or will the overlapping receiver signals cause issues on my chart plotter?
Probably, all too often the AIS receiver (e.g. your B&G V60) doesn't recognize it's own AIS number and erroneously thinks it's colliding with itself (e.g. transponder), very annoying.
@@PacificYachtSystems oh man, that is no good! What would be your suggestion for gaining transmission capability? Am I looking at needing to upgrade vhf units?
How do you communicate with these devices? Do they display on chartplotter screen.
Good question, the AIS Transponder and Receiver share info via NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000, both are marine protocols understood by chartplotters.
The ships/boats (there is a difference between the two) transmitting AIS will appear on your chart plotter showing location, course and speed.
I've been looking at a B&G combined VHF and AIS tranciever. Would you recommend going for a combined device like that or would you rather recommend using separate VHF and AIS devices?
Quite like the AIS receivers, but even bigger fan of the AIS Transponder and Receivers. Suggest you consider a AIS transponder so other boats with AIS receivers see you too, basically "see and be seen".
@@PacificYachtSystems Ah, yes, the B&G model V60-B actually has the built in transceiver (send&receive). I guess I was basically wondering what the pros and cons to having two separate devices or the single, combined one might be.
@@FringanSthlm The B&G V60-B (and its SIMRAD counterpart) is a fine integrated VHF/AIS unit, but the current model requires two VHF antennas or an external splitter. This em-trak eliminates that need.
Audio level is very low Jeff.
Sorry about that, we'll look it.
@@PacificYachtSystems no big deal, content is always great!
Transceiver = Transmitter + Receiver. (I know you know this, but you keep saying ...)
Thanks Bruce, appreciate it. I'll keep trying to get it right!
Jeff: I know that you know what these terms mean. I only post comments like this because some of your viewers might not be familiar with the distinctions. You are doing a great job with these videos. If I had a boat, I would bring it to PYS for electrical work. Oh, and to see British Columbia, of course. :-)
No. A transponder is just for transmitting. A Transceiver = transponder + receiver. It’s a portmanteau.
Your right! That’s what I meant to say. Mea culpa. We had transponders in the planes I used to fly, along with transceivers, of course. All of my ham radio gear is transceiver, but as you get into the higher power stuff, separate transmitters and receivers are still a thing. Etc.
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Thanks Javier!