Introduction

The ideal AIS receiver if you want to merge Seatalk* with AIS and GPS 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 NMEA chart plotters or other devices like the Simrad GO7 XSE chartplotter, 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 SeaTalk through WiFi, wired USB and NMEA

Ideal for All Boat Types

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

The QK-A027 is a compact dual channel, VHF AIS receiver which can merge Seatalk and 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 GPS module that can track up to 22 satellites on 66 channels, 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 -106 dBm@30% PER
• Up to 45 nautical miles receiving range
• Powered by the Seatalk bus (<120mA @12.0V)
• NMEA-0183 message output through WiFi,USB and RS422
• Configurable baud rates: (4.8, 9.6, 38.4k input and output)
• Simultaneous wireless and USB output
• The internal WiFi access point connects up to 4 devices simultaneously
• Adhoc and Station operating mode
• SeaTalk to NMEA 0183 protocol converter
• Built-in GPS to provide positional data
• Combines GPS and AIS messages with NMEA 0183 and outputs as a seamless stream of data
• BNC connector for 50 Ohm VHF antenna
• Powered SMA connector for 50 Ohm GPS antenna
• Compatible with Windows XP,7,8,10,Mac OS X, Linux systems, Android and iOS
• Plug & Play connectivity with chart plotters and PCs

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

The QK-A027 can be used with all the popular APPs (Open CPN, 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.)

• Compact dual channel AIS receiver
• Multiplexer: combines AIS, GPS and Seatalk*
• SeaTalk* to NMEA converter
• Can be used wirelessly (WiFi) and through the USB or NMEA ports
• Integrated GPS module that can track up to 22 satellites on 66 channels.
• Compatible with Chart plotters, Windows, Mac OS X, Linux systems, Android and iOS

Easy to Install

The QK-A027 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.

Connections

QK-A027 has the following electrical connections/indicators:

• AIS antenna connector. Standard BNC female 50 Ohm connector. An active VHF antenna splitter is required if one VHF antenna is shared by QK-A027 and VHF voice radio.
• GPS antenna connector. Standard SMA female 50 Ohm connector to connect with an active GPS antenna.
• SeaTalk input connector. The SeaTalk port has 3-Pin terminals for connection to the SeaTalk bus. Ensure the connection is correct before powering up. An incorrect connection could damage the QK-A027 and other devices on the SeaTalk Bus. The QK-A027 runs on 12.0V DC and is powered through the Seatalk interface. This allows a much cleaner supply and a concomitant improvement in signal reception.
• LED lights. QK-A027 features three LEDs which indicate power, AIS and GPS status respectively.
• NMEA 0183 output connectors. QK-A027 can be connected to other AIS compatible equipment, like wind/depth or heading sensors, via the NMEA inputs. QK-A027 sends out NMEA 0183 messages via WiFi, USB and NMEA outputs simultaneously.
• USB connector. A micro USB connector outputs the NMEA messages. It can also be used for adjusting parameters using the GUI Configuration software. The A026 can be linked directly to a USB port on the PC or other mobile devices via the supplied cable.

Optional – will you need a Protocol Bridge?

This product uses the NMEA 0183-RS422 protocol (differential signal), however some chart plotters or devices may use the older NMEA-RS232 protocol (Single-ended signal).

Some customers have found that their Garmin/Raymarine products use the older RS232 connection. This is not a problem, our QK-AS03 Protocol Bridge connects NMEA-RS232 wiring to MNEA0183-RS422 and visa versa.

The QK-AS03 Protocol Bridge is easy to install using a simple ‘Plug ‘n’ Play’ connection with no setup or configuration needed. You will probably need one if you are connecting to a Garmin Device or some Raymarine Products.

The easiest way to check, is to look at the input/output connections on the device that you will connect the multiplexer to. If the input/output connections on your device (Chart plotter, depth reader, etc.) have a TX, RX or GND connection, use a protocol bridge.

If in doubt contact us for advice.

Download

Drivers can be downloaded here.

Application note can be downloaded here.

Note: This product has been thoroughly tested in the UK before dispatching to customers. Please make sure you understand how to use QK-A027 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.