I believe they are all similar. Beware of AIS as there are some that receive only & other that receive/transmit.I still need to buy a VHF radio and antenna
Hmm I never thought of that, I might just get it so I can see the vessel name and be able to direct my call if need be.If your going to get a new radio and electronics anyway its nice to have. For receive only you just need a model up on the radio like a Standard Horizon GX2200.
I have receive only and can see commercial and some recreational vessels. It is very nice to have in low visibility and allows you to call a vessel as you know the name of it on the AIS screen.
Plus if its a slow fishing day you can read all the info about a freighter or tug passing by.![]()
If you have radar then the AIS symbol overlays on the radar blob and basically confirms the target. it also shows the direction it is moving. This is the radio I have.Hmm I never thought of that, I might just get it so I can see the vessel name and be able to direct my call if need be.