mcmurdo Smartfind M10, User Manual

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AIS Receiver:
only receives AIS signals as it does not have a transmitter to
send out AIS signals. This type of device is for recreational
vessels that do not want to send out its vessel information.
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AIS Base Station:
is provided by aids-to-navigation authorities to enable the ship to
shore / shore to ship transmission of information. Networked AIS
Base Stations can assist in providing overall maritime domain
awareness.
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AIS AtoN (Aids to Navigation):
provides an opportunity to transmit position and status of buoys
and lights through the same VDL, which can then show up on
AIS-ready devices within range.
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AIS SART:
Search and Rescue Transmitter using AIS can be used to assist
in determining the location of a vessel in distress. It is typically
used on life rafts.
 AIS MOB
Man Overboard transmitter or personal AIS beacon, used to
assist in survivor recovery.