Page 4
VMS Appliance Overview
The Nautic Alert VMS Appliance is the most simple, lowest cost of ownership in a NOAA VMS solution.
Unlike other systems that use PC-grade processor technology, the VMS Appliance is designed with a
state-of-the-art low power architecture, enabling it to only consume 1.8W of power. This enables it to
work with power constrained vessels, including solar-panel trickle chargers.
Additionally, all functions are integrated into the miniature multi-functional display, and do not require
an external tablet. Messaging is included, and does not require complex mail forwarding configurations.
The VMS Appliance is featured on Nautic Alert’s Insight X2 platform, but only offers the VMS application
discussed herein. However, if additional non-VMS applications are wanted, the full Insight X2 can be
used. With the full Insight X2 platform, the VMS Application as shown in this manual is available in
addition to the following non-VMS applications (as discussed in the Insight X2 Manual):
-
GEOS Monitored Search-And-Rescue with real-time two-way messaging
-
Device to device and device to cell phone text messaging
-
Indoor and outdoor advanced intrusion
-
Multi-purpose sensors
-
Multi-bank energy monitoring (DC and shore power)
-
Bilge management
-
Anchor Alarm
In either case, both options enable remote fleet management vessel tracking and push notifications,
which are designed to keep your vessels in full compliance by providing maximum visibility into key
system events.
