The AS300 Antenna Splitter is designed to allow an AIS Class B Transponder or an AIS Receiver to share the main VHF Antenna used by the VHF Radiotelephone, which removes the need and expense of installing an additional VHF antenna.
Comar Antenna Splitters are built to the highest standards to ensure that the performance of the connected AIS and VHF Radio equipment is not compromised.
Note: This product was previously known as the AST300
FEATURES
Allows use of a single VHF Antenna installation shared between AIS and VHF Radiotelephone
Automatic Routing of AIS or VHF Transmissions
VHF transmissions have priority over AIS
Works with an AIS Transponder (Class B) or AIS Receiver
FM Antenna Connection for receiving Public Radio Broadcasts
Rugged, Marinised Housing
12 V dc
APPLICATIONS
Enables AIS to be used with an existing installed antenna
Removes the need and expense of installing a second antenna
SPECIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL
Weight: 600g
Dimensions: L 140 x W 120 x H 50 mm
Mounting: To flat surface with case brackets
Connections: Power: 1 m 2-core captive cable
Antenna: SO239 UHF Connector
VHF Radiotelephone: SO239 UHF Connector
AIS Transponder / Receiver: BNC Connector
FM Radio: RCA Phono Socket
Construction: Grey aluminium housing; black end plates
ELECTRICAL
Power Supply: 12 / 24 V dc
Operating Current: AIS / VHF Transmit: 135 mA (typical)
AIS / VHF Receive: 65 mA (typical)
Antenna
Impedance: AIS / VHF / Antenna: 50 ; FM Radio: 75
OPERATIONAL
Frequency Range: 156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz
Sensitivity: < -112 dBm
Display: 3 Indicator LEDs (ON; AIS TX; VHF TX)
Switching Time: From Receive to AIS TX or VHF TX: 20 microseconds
ENVIRONMENTAL
IP rating: IP40
Operating temp: -15°C to +55°C
Storage temp: -20°C to +70°C
Operating Humidity: Up to 93%
Compass: Safe Distance 50 cm
APPROVALS
Conforms with: IEC 60945
ADDITIONAL
Supplied: AS300 Splitter with Bracket Mount
Supplied: VHF Patch lead; 1 m; with 2x PL259 male connectors
