vessels.
Always check to see how long it has been since an update was
received from a vessel when relying on this information,
particularly in close situations.
You do this by examining the “age”
of the target. See the target display section for more details.
The AIS system also includes messages broadcast from other vessels
and shore stations which may be used to send navigation warnings,
weather information, etc. The
AIS
WatchMate
displays this
information on the
messages
page and by default is configured to
sound an alert when a message is received.
We are always interested in your suggestions, comments, ideas, and
criticisms. We continuously strive to improve our products and
would greatly enjoy hearing from you.
Please contact us through our website
www.vespermarine.com
or
via e-mail to
.
Important Information
Before using the
AIS
WatchMate
, it is important that you read and
fully understand this owner's manual and installation instructions.
Although more vessels continue to install AIS transponders it is
important to remember that
not all vessels carry AIS transponders.
The
AIS
WatchMate
can only display information received from
properly equipped and operated vessels. In addition, the
AIS
WatchMate
relies on the accuracy of the GPS system and your
GPS receiver. A failure or compromised operation of either of these
systems will reflect on the accuracy of the data displayed and alarms
triggered by the
AIS
WatchMate
.
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