KEY FEATURES The Digaton Lite is a fully certified Type 1 AIS AtoN with an internal rechargeable battery and integrated antenna for easy AIS buoy and hazard marking The Digaton ATN500 is well suited for inshore use near ports and harbours to show the name and real time location of Aids to Navigation (eg: buoys, markers etc) as well as hazards or navigation channel changes. It transmits AIS data to local vessels and data can be displayed on plotter/ECDIS charting systems as well as AIS VTS displays The ATN500 is totally self-contained with the rechargeable battery able to operate for over 5 days between charges or connect directly to an external power source for permanent installations. It also integrates the VHF/AIS antenna so fits in seconds to any structure without the need for external antennas FEATURES Certified AIS AtoN Type 1 (FATDMA operation – supports message #21) 1W ERP Provided with required mounting/fixings to install in minutes on any buoy/structure. Bracket will fit rails 25-55mm diameter Internal battery (2100mAH) for up to 5 days with 5 minute reporting interval autonomous operation – optional DC power cord for permanent installations Real time transmission of buoy position using certified AIS Type 1 transmissions Small and very light weight Ruggedized for prolonged external installation and operation in any environment (IPX7) Programmable with PC software for MMSI and AtoN data Just 375 x 67mm and weighs 350g Optional light sensor kit to check navigation aid operation SPECIFICATIONS Transceiver ATN500 Physical Specification Dimensions 375mm x 67mm max. (H x D) Weight 350g (AtoN Express unit only) Mounting bracket Supports 25mm to 55mm poles (D) VHF Transceiver Transmitter x1 Frequency 156.025 to 162.025MHz in 25kHz steps Radiated Power (EIRP) 1W Environmental Waterproof To IP67 Operating temperature -15°C to 55°C ATN500 Functions Type 1 FATDMA operation Yes Message #21 transmission Yes Standards Compliance AIS Certification IEC62320-2 Edition 1 2008-03; IEC standard, AIS AtoN Stations; ITU-R M.1371-5; Universal AIS Technical Characteristics Environmental standard IEC60945:2002-08 Product Safety EN60950-1:2006; A11:2009; A1:2010; A12:2011 GPS performance standard IEC61108-1:2003-07 Electrical Specification Power supply Internal 2100mAh Lithium-Ion battery pack Operating time Up to 5 days operation at 5 minute reporting interval Optional External power supply (12 to 24VDC) External power External supply <0.5Ah / day with 5 minute position reporting interval
