KEY FEATURES Nomad is a new, portable AIS transponder from Digital Yacht. Designed for recreational boaters and professional mariners, it offers a full function, Class B AIS transponder with a wireless and USB interface built in for tablets and PCs – all in a portable, compact package. It addresses the needs of so many boaters who want a portable yet sophisticated navigation solution with AIS and GPS and the ability to interface with tablets, PCs and smart phones.
It appeals to charter skippers, professional mariners like delivery skippers and pilots as well as boat owners who don’t want the hassle or cost of installing a dedicated transponder and like the concept of easy iPad and tablet navigation using their favourite charting apps with a detailed AIS overlay and real time GPS positioning. As a full function Class B transponder, it also sends you boat position to other AIS users. It incorporates an innovative USB power solution allowing the Nomad to be powered from any standard USB source. This can include low cost, 3rd party battery packs, a USB PC connection or 12V USB adaptors/cigarette lighter adaptors.
R4 AIS Class A System Operator’s Manual PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 7000 108-131, J Page 9 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1.1 System Overview The R4 AIS Class A Transponder System consists of an R4 AIS Transponder and an R4 Display. The R4 Transponder consists of a radio transceiver unit, a GPS receiver and a controller unit.
The GPS is built in and Nomad ships with a compact, 25cm external VHF antenna with sucker cup mount. It can also connect to any regular VHF antenna.
WiFi and USB interfaces are standard and there are a wide range of free and premium compatible apps for iOS, Android, PC and MAC. Nomad has a USB interface (for power and data) that can connect to a PC or MAC. Any AIS compatible navigation software can be used and the PC will create a virtual com port. Digital Yacht offer free SmarterTrack Lite viewing software as well as premium SmarterTrack software for use with Navionics charts for detailed charting and navigation. It’s also compatible with popular programs like MaxSea, Nobeltec, Expedition, SeaPro and Open CPN. Most modern programs accept a TCP/IP or UDP feed via the wireless link, but do double check before purchasing.