*Introduction*

Our most popular AIS receiver – easy to use & easy to install and ideal if you want to merge AIS, GPS and NMEA data.

A true WiFi AIS receiver – which means you can view data (wirelessly) anywhere on your boat on your smart phone, tablet or laptop.

And in addition (if required) you can connect it to all the popular chart plotters or other devices like the Garmin GpsMap 750s or Exomap, Standard Horizon CP180i, Samyung N700). As well as NMEA routers (like the vyacht) and RS-422 routers.

View AIS, GPS and NMEA, either Wired or Wireless

Ideal for All Boat Types

AIS for small-commercial, leisure, sailing, pleasure and fishing boats.

The QK-A026 is a compact dual channel, VHF AIS receiver which can receive information from both AIS frequencies simultaneously. Which means that you will get quicker & more up to date information.

In addition it also includes an integrated GPS Module so that you will know exactly where you are in relation to other boats in your area.

Features

• Two independent receivers monitoring AIS channels (161.975MHz &162.025MHz) and decoding both channels simultaneously
• Sensitivity down to -105 dBm@30% PER
• Up to 22 nautical miles receiving range
• USB 2.0 powered (<270mA @ 5.0V)
• NMEA-0183 message output through WiFi,USB and RS422
• Built-in GPS to provide position data
• Combines NMEA input(4.8kpbs only), GPS and AIS messages, and outputs as a seamless stream of data
• BNC connector for 50 Ohm VHF antenna
• Powered SMA connector for 50 Ohm GPS antenna
• Ad Hoc and Station operating modes
• The internal WiFi access point connects up to 4 devices simultaneously
• Compatible with Windows XP,7,8,10,Mac OS X, Linux systems, Android and iOS
• Plug & play connectivity with chart plotters and PCs
• Can connect to Garmin products through Garmin Bridge (AS03)
• 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 for map data. Some iOS apps may charge for map use.

Ideal if you want to get WiFi on your Boat..

The QK-A026 can be used with all the popular APPs (Open CPN, Navionics, Seanav, Boat Beacon, iRegatta, iSailor, COAA Shiplotter, etc.)

Which means you can view the AIS data effortlessly anywhere on your boat. (Especially when compared some other ‘receivers’ like dAISy, Marine Gadget, etc.)

Easy to Install

The QK-A026 is ideal for all small-commercial, leisure, sailing, pleasure and fishing boats.

It has a number of electrial connections

• USB connector
• NMEA 0813 input/output connectors
• GPS antenna connector
• AIS antenna connector
• WiFi connection in both Ad Hoc and Station mode

The AIS receiver can be powered by PC, Laptop, tablet & other devices with a 5.0V micro USB connector.

Download

Driver can be downloaded here.

Manual can be downloaded here.

AIS Receiver comparison guide

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Note: This product has been well tested in the UK before dispatching to customer. Please make sure you understand how to use it before purchasing from us. For international shipping, VAT and other import or handling fees may be applied by your local customs. These are the responsibility of the recipient. We will always declare the purchase price excl. shipping. All technical questions please email to info@quark-elec.com. Alternatively, you can visit Quark-elec forum to find your answer.

Returns policy

We have a 30 days refund policy. We will accept returns within 30 days, however, please be aware the buyer pays the return postage. If you do not accept these terms, we will not be able to refund the product