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QK-A015-TX Manual                                                     

 

 

 

V1 

1  of  5 

2020 

QK-A015-TX

 Manual   

Active VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 

 

 

 

 

                                                   

 

 

 
 

 

Features 

 

12V-24V powered, low power consumption 

 

Allows use of a single VHF antenna installation shared between AIS transponder, VHF radio 
telephone and FM/AM radio 

 

VHF failsafe function - VHF radio has full priority and will remain functional, even in the unlikely 
case that the Splitter would fail or lose power 

 

Built-in preamplifier provides AIS signal gain (12dB), maximising AIS reception range. 

 

Automatic routing of AIS and VHF transmission 

 

Uses standard SO239 connector for VHF, AIS and antenna connections   

 

LED power and status indicator 

 

Compact & easy to install. No configuration required 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for QK-A015-TX

Page 1: ... FM AM radio VHF failsafe function VHF radio has full priority and will remain functional even in the unlikely case that the Splitter would fail or lose power Built in preamplifier provides AIS signal gain 12dB maximising AIS reception range Automatic routing of AIS and VHF transmission Uses standard SO239 connector for VHF AIS and antenna connections LED power and status indicator Compact easy to...

Page 2: ...QK A015 TX Manual V1 2 of 5 2020 Contents Contents 2 1 Introduction 3 2 Connections 3 3 Installation 4 4 Status LEDs 4 5 Specifications 4 6 Limited Warranty and Disclaimer 5 ...

Page 3: ...15 TX is an active splitter This is an important feature as unlike many splitters that cause signal loss the active splitter actually provides a signal gain The A015 RX s built in pre amplifier amplifies the AIS VHF AM FM signals thereby increasing the AIS transponder s reception range Please note The A015 TX is compatible with AIS transponders transceivers Though the A015 TX could be also be conn...

Page 4: ... 7 Checking status LEDs light up when expected 4 Status LEDs The A015 TX has four LEDs that indicate power and working status The ERR LED will illuminate if the antenna has short or open circuit If this happens de power the A015 TX immediately Disconnect all connected devices and check if the VHF antenna is well connected Then re follow the steps above Contact a local installer for a professional ...

Page 5: ...ue to abuse misuse accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs A returns number must be obtained before any unit is sent back for repair The above does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer This product is designed to aid navigation and should be used to augment normal navigational procedures and practices It is the user s responsibility to use this product prudently Neither Quark nor...

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