The Simrad RS40-B is a compact VHF radio with a built-in Class B AIS transceiver and GPS-500 antenna, designed for mariners who need reliable communication and enhanced visibility at sea. See and Be Seen on the water with integrated AIS functionality.
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Class B AIS Transceiver: Receives AIS targets and transmits AIS data to improve traffic awareness and collision avoidance on busy waterways.
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Integrated GPS-500 Antenna: Includes a dedicated GPS antenna to provide positioning data that supports AIS activity and VHF operation.
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Integrated AIS: See nearby vessels and broadcast your own position from a single, integrated system.
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VHF Radio: Standard marine VHF communication for ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore channels, with AIS data integrated for coordinated operations.
This combination gives you real-time visibility of nearby vessels and the ability to broadcast your own position, improving traffic awareness and decision-making on busy waterways. The GPS-500 antenna provides reliable positioning data to support both AIS activity and VHF operation, contributing to safer, more confident navigation and communication at sea.
