The AIS system operates on 2 channels of VHF frequencies and in order to receive and transmit AIS information, it is necessary for an AIS unit to be connected to a VHF antenna.
One option is to fit an antenna splitter such as our SPL2000, which allows the VHF radio and the AIS to use the main VHF antenna. The other option is to fit another VHF antenna which will only be connected to the AIS.
Any VHF antenna can be used, although some antennas are tuned to the AIS frequencies to give you a better range.
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GV30 – AIS/VHF/GPS Antenna
$252.95“Combination AIS/VHF and GPS antenna for Class B transponders which makes for a super quick and high performance installation.”
HA156 – VHF Heliflex Antenna
$200.00“HA156 is a 15cm VHF heliflex antenna, this is specifically tuned to AIS (162MHz) frequencies for optimal performance.”
SPL1500 – VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter
$527.95“Patented zero loss technology lets you share your main VHF antenna with both the VHF and AIS. Compatible with transponders and receivers.”
SPL2000 – VHF/AIS/FM Antenna Splitter
$615.95“Patented zero loss technology lets you share your main VHF antenna with the VHF radio, FM radio and AIS. Compatible with transponders and receivers.”