Quark-Elec QK-A042T, Manual

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Quark-elec Manual
https://www.quark-elec.com 1 of 14 2018
V2.0
Quark-elec QK-A042T Class B Transponder
Manual
Features
 Low-cost anti-collision / monitoring system
 Receives and processes all AIS message types

Automatic transmission of vessels own position, speed and heading to other vessels within VHF
range
 A method of monitoring the position, speed and heading of other AIS vessels within VHF range
 The ability to plot the progress, changes in heading and speed of other AIS vessels on a PC or
Chart Plotter
 Transmitter ‘switch-off’ facility to conserve power, or for privacy.
 Compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux (optional Configuration must be completed using
Windows software.)
 This device connects to NMEA 0183 and is compatible with RS422 output devices. NMEA 0183
RS232 devices can connect to our device by using the Garmin Bridge (QK-AS03).
 This device does not come pre-loaded with map data. We advise using OpenCPN (free to use) for
map data. Some iOS apps will charge for map use.