GNS-Electronics GNS-5851 AIS module, highly sensitive single-channel receiver that can be used either stand-alone or as a two-channel hopping receiver, the module is specifically for the maritime market. It can be used either stand-alone or as a two-channel hopping receiver or as a chained pair to form a complete two-channel solution, depending on needs.
The module integrates a sensitive RF front end, signal processing and a data decoder with standard NMEA AIS output via a UART that can be easily connected to a host processor. A secondary UART is provided for module chaining.
Features GNS Electronics GNS-5851 AIS module:
Standard AIS NMEA output
Sensitivity -117 dBm
Selectable channel A, B or A & B (hopping)
Ultra-low current consumption: 20 mA
Frame decode indicator output
Easy to mount circuit board design with stamping holes
Evaluation board with USB bridge available
26x15x3.3 mm
