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SOB CD-ROM	Portable USB GPS	External Mount GPS	AIS Receiver	AIS Transponder	Serial-USB Converters

Multiplexer			C-Map Card Readers

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Software-On-Board
Auto-installing CD-ROM and Licensed Versions

Same Day Shipping - Worldwide
CD-ROM Only (Unlicensed): AUD $30.00

Standard User License: (Download only) AUD $60.00

Standard User License: (SOB CD + QuickStart card) AUD $80.00

SOB Pro License: AUD $250.00

Commercial License: AUD $250.00

Notes:
Colour QuickStart Card included.

The SOB CD (unlicensed)
is included with the purchase
of either of the following items on this page:
GPS, AIS,

SOB License Upgrades:
To upgrade your version of SOB
to another package,
please email our Sales Department
with your request and a PayPal invoice
will be emailed to you in order to
complete the transaction.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Be sure to click the [Continue] button at the end
of your PayPal payment session.
This will ensure that your new PASSWORD
is immediately emailed to you.
Failure to click the [Continue] button may
delay the receipt of your password.
The PASSWORD is used on
the Unlock Request Form
to issue you the correct UnlockCode for
your purchased SOB User license.

SOB License Purchased,
but no password received?
First, please check your SPAM folder,
then email Sales Department for assistance.

SOB auto-installing CD for Windows™ Computers.
Requires Win2000, WinXP or Vista for real-time navigation.

PC Specifications:

Min: Pentium 3 - 500Mhz, 128Mb RAM, 10Gb Harddisk
Recommended: Pentium Celeron, 256Mb RAM, 40Gb Harddisk
Spare Serial port,
or spare USB port + USB-Serial Converter

Required for Navigation:

GPS receiver (Serial, USB or Bluetooth)
Optional NMEA devices: Depth Sounder, LOG, Wind instrument, AIS, ARPA/RADAR, Gryo/Fluxgate

Also included on the CD:

All demo and background C-Map charts
All C-Map drivers (USB Dongle, Card Readers)
GPS Utility program
The complete "Bowditch" electronic PDF version
(American Practical Navigator, 2002 Edition, 880 pages)
Collection of other useful navigation or nautical programs

SOB Versions

Note that all these versions are THE SAME PROGRAM. The different versions are controlled via the issuing of new UnlockCodes to enable the different functionalities:

Unlicensed version: can be used for a 3 month (90 days) trial period. Use beyond this time limit without licensing will be restricted to basic navigation functions only.

Standard User License: allows you to unlock SOB on up to 3 computers for unrestricted use. SOB will be fully functioning except for the Network facility and unlimited AIS target acquisitions.

Pro User License: is the same program as the Standard License but enables ALL features in SOB. EG: Unlimited simultaneous AIS Targets and all of SOB's Networking features.

Refer to the comparison table on our Downloads page.

Commercial License: is the same as the Pro-Version, however a separate license must be purchased for each PC. (Bulk purchase discounts are available on request).

Private users can receive 3 unlock codes per License, Commercial users must purchase a separate license for each computer in use (bulk discounts are available).

In response to the many inquiries we receive about the best hardware to accompany the use of SOB, we have sourced a few (very) select items which may be of interest:

USB GPS | AIS Receiver | AIS Transponder | Multiplexer | Serial-USB Converters

Note that we have NO contracts or exclusive deals with any hardware manufacturers or suppliers, the items we offer here are ones that we use ourselves for testing SOB (or for our own personal use), and have selected them because they are well priced, reliable, easy to set up and fully tested as suitable for use with SOB.

In addition, we present the following links to websites that supply some more specialist marine/navigation hardware. Our SOB users have dealt extensively with these companies and recommend them for the quality of their products and their superior customer support:
	Nauticom France www.nauticom.fr	French distributor of SoftwareOnBoard, and many other marine products and components.
	NavIP Norway www.navip.no	Suppliers of a GPRS router for broadband internet access onboard. Their router can also gather all the NMEA data from connected instruments and forward it to our SOBvWAN for real-time tracking of your ship from anywhere in the World!
	Skipper Point Italy www.digiboat.it	Elettronica e software per navigare. Italian distributor of Software-On-Board, plus a complete marine product service and supply centre.
	ShipSoft Netherlands/Benelux www.shipsoft.nl	Software voor boten en schepen Dutch distributor of Software-On-Board.
	MarinTec Germany www.marintec.de	German distributor of Software-On-Board
	Marine IQ UK and USA www.marineIQ.com	Suppliers of specialist and leading-edge devices for marine electronics, including wireless and LAN navigation and data-reporting devices.
	MarineTech Computers New Zealand www.marinetech.co.nz	Quality products and services for New Zealand customers. Suppliers of Navman and C-Map products, and can create completely customised computer, electronic and navigation systems.
	ShipModul The Netherlands www.shipmodul.nl United Kingdom www.shipmodul.com	MiniPlex-Lite, de goedkoopste en gemakkelijkst te installeren USB NMEA multiplexer op de markt. Suppliers of the MiniPlex-Lite, renowned as the cheapest and easiest USB enabled NMEA multiplexer in the world.
	Milltech Marine USA (Puget Sound, WA) www.milltechmarine.com	Provider of high tech marine products and services - specialising in AIS technologies and the integration of computer-based solutions for the recreational boating market.
	SeaCAS Distributors Worldwide www.seacas.com	Suppliers of a convenient all-in-one AIS receivers/transponders, GPS and VHF/GPS aerial, used for collision avoidance.
GPS suppliers

	Navman NZ Ltd Distributors Worldwide www.navman.com	Suppliers of all marine NMEA devices, wind, log, depth, chartplotters etc. Included here because (1) their chartplotters use C-Map charts, and (2) their navigation instruments are well integrated, very functional and agreeably priced.

COMAR AIS Transponder

AUD $1450.00

Ships day after payment.
NZ and Australia Only

Notes:

No drivers are required to use the AIS
Transponder with SOB.

** Includes ***
SOB PRO User License
Dedicated Active GPS Antenna

Setup disk for uploading MMSI and Static Data

All vessels over 300 tons and all passenger vessels are legally required to carry a "Class A" AIS transponder. Class A transponders are many thousands of dollars, now the "Class B" standard has been ratified for use by all other vessels. Class B transponders are designed as a more affordable AIS transmitter for the recreational boater.

Class B transponders are also ideal for non-SOLAS fleet tracking and traffic management requirements.

Includes all the features and benefits of the commercial "Class A" transmitters but not all static ship's data need be sent (eg: ship's dimensions, destination, ETA).
The CSB200 enables boats sailing in busy shipping lanes to automatically transmit their current position, course and speed to other vessels and shore stations within VHF range.
The CSB200 also contains a dual channel AIS receiver thus once connected to SOB other vessels and nav-aids etc fitted with AIS can be received and displayed.

GPS Antenna:

The AIS Transponder requires a dedicated active GPS antenna. The GPS is included and connects via a TNC connector to the CSB200.

The GPS is designed for external pole or flush mounting. For rail-mounting, see the standard mounting adaptor below.

Installation:
Installation is quick and simple. The CSB200 requires a 12vDC power source, and connection to an external VHF aerial (BNC connector) and GPS antenna (TNC connector). The vessel's initial static information is programmed via a PC by the user.

Vessels with AIS transponders will require an MMSI number issued by the IMO.
Australian MMSI Application Form
UK Office of Communications
USA MMSI Registration
Specifications and more details

Smart Radio SR161 AIS Receiver

AUD $405.00

Ships within 3 days - Worldwide

Notes:
Installation/Configuration
No drivers are required to use the SR161 AIS Receiver with SOB.
(90 day warranty)

** Includes SOB CD-ROM **

Automatic Antenna Splitter:
Share your SR161 with an existing VHF antenna:

AUD $180.00

The SR161 AIS is a receive-only AIS device.

The SR161 is a low cost AIS receiver, designed specifically for the Leisure Marine and Fishing Boat market. It acquires targets from AIS equipped ships and nav-aids and displays these targets in SOB.

All vessels over 300 tons and all passenger vessels are legally required to carry an AIS transponder. The SR161 AIS receives these transmissions and converts them to NMEA format for use with SOB.

The unit is supplied with a 12 volt power cable and a 9 pin serial connector which will require a standard 9-pin serial computer cable.

Specifications:

Class A and Class B compatible
Dimensions - 115 x 75 x 28mm, Weight - 400g
Operating frequencies - 162.025 and 161.975 MHz (2 Channel)
DC Power: Voltage - 9 to 15 volts DC; Power < 1Watt
Antenna input - 50 ohm BNC (standard VHF radio antenna)
Data connector - 9 pin "D" type
Output format - NMEA 2000/0183 (38400 Baud)
ITU-1371 Messages relayed - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 11, 18, 19, 21
VDM encapsulation string conforming to ITU-1371 and NMEA 0183

The AIS Engine requires its own marine VHF antenna (not supplied) or can be shared with a VHF transceiver antenna by using the optional VHF Automatic Antenna Splitter. The antenna should be mounted as high as possible to maximise range but should be spaced not less than 1 metre from a transmitting antenna. The antenna cable should be at least 3 metres long and the antenna should be sited at least 2 metres from the AIS Receiver. The antenna should be a 50 ohm general purpose marine VHF antenna. The SR161 is not watertight so it must be mounted in a position which is dry at all times.

More AIS information refer to the dedicated "Targets" Chapter in the SOB PDF User Manual.

Automatic Antenna Splitter:

To simplify installation you can share an existing VHF antenna by using this splitter. It safely isolates the AIS receiver when you transmit on your VHF radio.

It's a good solution when it is difficult to install an additional antenna or you wish to share your existing masthead antenna.

The splitter is specifically designed for AIS and comes with the proper cables to plug directly into the AIS receiver and your VHF radio. It is an active unit that requires a 12VDC power source. Once installed, you won't need to worry about damaging your AIS receiver when you transmit on your VHF radio.

You install it by simply inserting it between your existing VHF radio and antenna connection, and connecting the power cables to yoru 12V battery source.

Power supply: 9-16V DC
Power consumption: <0.1W
Frequency range 155-163 MHz
Insertion loss : <1dB
Max transmitter power: 25 W
Main Body L x W x H: 110 x 62 x 45 (mm)
Weight : 500g
Connectors:
VHF radio: UHF male
VHF antenna: UHF female
AIS receiver: BNC male

NASA.AIS Engine

Sorry item currently unavailable.

~~AUD $405.00 (90 day warranty)~~

~~Ships within 7 days - Worldwide~~

Notes:
Installation/Configuration
No drivers are required to use the NASA AIS Receiver with SOB.

SOB can be used to set the Threshold and Channel used by the NASA Receiver.

** Includes SOB CD-ROM **

Home improvement project:
Fitting indicating LEDs to your NASA

The NASA AIS is a receive-only AIS device.

Acquires targets from AIS equipped ships and nav-aids and displays these targets in SOB.

All vessels over 300 tons and all passenger vessels are legally required to carry an AIS transponder. The NASA AIS Engine receives these transmissions and converts them to NMEA format for use with SOB.

The unit is supplied with a 12 volt power cable and a 9 pin serial computer cable. For convenience the engine can also receive NMEA information from a GPS receiver (at 4800 baud) which it then sends on to the PC with the AIS data (at 38,400 baud).

Specifications:

Dimensions - 115 x 100 x 30mm
Operating frequencies - 162.025 and 161.975 MHz (2 Channel)
DC Power: Voltage - 10 to 16 volts; Current - 43mA
Antenna input - 50 ohm BNC (standard VHF radio antenna)
Data connector - 9 pin "D" type
Output format - NMEA 2000/0183 (38400 Baud)
ITU-1371 Messages relayed - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 11, 18, 19, 21
VDM encapsulation string conforming to ITU-1371
NMEA RMC from GPS

Various receiver parameters are factory preset but can be altered from SOB.

The AIS Engine requires its own marine VHF antenna (not supplied) and cannot be shared with a transceiver antenna. It should be mounted as high as possible to maximise range but should be spaced not less than 1 metre from a transmitting antenna. The antenna cable should be at least 3 metres long and the antenna should be sited at least 2 metres from the NASA.AIS Receiver. The antenna should be a 50 ohm general purpose marine VHF antenna. The AIS Engine is not watertight so it must be mounted in a position which is dry at all times.

More AIS information refer to the dedicated "Targets" Chapter in the SOB PDF User Manual.

GPS USB Receiver for PC/Laptop/Notebook

AUD $190.00
(1 year warranty)

Same Day Shipping - Worldwide

** Includes SOB CD-ROM **

Downloads
Drivers 98,ME,2K,XP (2.2Mb)
Installation/Configuration Notes

This GPS USB Receiver for Desktops and Laptops is completely self contained with easy and convenient connection to the computer via the USB interface.

Complete with built-in active antenna for High Sensitivity signal tracking and powered through the USB cable.

Specifications:

Output 4800 baud NMEA0183 v2.2 commands: GGA,GSA,GSV,RMC,GLL,VTG
Latest SiRF Star III chip, 1.023 Mhz
High performance 20-parallel channel satellite reception
Built-in active Antenna for high sensitivity to satellite signal
Built-in super capacitor to reserve system data for rapid satellite acquisition
LED indicator for GPS Activity
Super Cohesive Magnetic for mounting on metals, Non-Slip bottom
Datum: WGS84
Re-start averages: hot 1 sec, Warm 38 sec, Cold 42 sec
Re-acquisition: 100ms
Velocity Limit: 515 meters/sec (1000knots) Max
Jerk Limit: 20 m/sec
Horizontal Accuracy: 10m 2d RMS without SA
Time Accuracy: 1us synchronized to GPS time
Velocity Accuracy : 0.1m/sec 95%
Dimensions : 53mm x 19.2mm
Supplied USB Cable length: 1.5 metres
Power Consumption : 80 mA (includes Antenna)
Weather proof design for all weather
Operating temperatures: -40° to 85° Celsius

Previous Model Downloads:

Drivers 98,ME,2K,XP (1.4Mb)
Installation/Configuration Notes

Full Weatherproof GPS-44 Receiver for Permanent Installations

AUD $315.00

*Includes SOB CD-ROM*

Worldwide Shipping
ships 1-3 days after payment

Downloads
Installation Schematic

GPS Rail Mount
for rail-mounting the following accessory is required:

AUD $35.00

This GPS-44 is a high performance serial (RS232) GPS Receiver designed for permanent external installations in the marine environment.

This is a very tough device in an extremely slim design which can be pole or flush mounted (non-vertical rail mounting requires the accessory shown).

Its standard NMEA output can be used to feed any compatible instruments as well as the PC (ie: DSC/GMDSS radio, RADAR, AIS Transponder etc). Supplied with DB9 connector fitted to plug straight into a serial port (or via a serial/usb converter), and bare wires for connecting direct to 12V or 24V DC ship's power supply.

Specifications:

Receiver architecture 12 parallel channels, 1575.42MHZ, C/A code
Protocol NMEA 0183,4800bps (ZDA,GGA,RMC,GLL,VTG,GSV.
Signal level RS 232 (standard)
Antenna element High-reliability ceramic patch Antenna LNA
Gain : 23+/-2dB, NF : 2.0 max.
Weight 108 grams without cable
Position accuracy 15m or 50 feet RMS*(DOP<3)
Dimension 52mm(D) x 22mm(H)
Mounting 22mm(D)x 15mm(H) Bolt mount
Acquisition time 0.18 sec. typical (warm start)
Velocity accuracy 0.1 Knot RMS steady state
Update rate 1 sec. continuous
Enclosure High impact, corrosion-proof PC (polycarbonate) resin
Construction Ultrasonic welded, fully waterproof
Temperature Operating -30 ~ +75 degree C
Storage -40 ~ +85 degree C
Dynamics Up to 50m/s.s. (tracking sustained)
Power Consumption 0.65 watt max.
EMI filter Rejects power line interference
Power Adapter 7~35V DC, reverse protection, Switching-Mode Regulator Output
Cable 5m multiconductor shielded cable with 9-pin DB9 to PS2 receptacle with strain relief

USB to Dual or Quad Serial Converter

2-Port: AUD$ 110.00
(1 year manufacturer's Warranty)

4-Port: AUD$185.00
(1 year manufacturer's Warranty)

Adds 2 or 4 RS232 Serial ports to your computer. Each port is configurable up to 230Kbps and can be used with any RS-232 device, such as IMMARSAT, PACTOR, GPS, AIS Receiver, Autopilot, or any other serial NMEA device ... or for non-marine use: PalmPilots, Modems, Scanners, Printers, POS systems etc…

Features:

Fully compliant to USB specification 1.1
Dual/quad serial port interfaces
Compliant with the asynchronous serial interfaces
Over 1Mbps transfer rate per port
Provides remote wake up and power management
Data buffers for upstream and downstream on each port
Connectors: 1x USB Type A male, 2x (or 4x) DB-9 Male
Power: supplied via USB port
Cable Length: 0.6m
Housing: Plastic

NOTE:
These devices are NOT multiplexers (or Data Combiners). They increase the number of serial ports on the computer for connecting multiple serial devices, such as GPS + CAPSAT + PACTOR etc.

Other devices you may need for completing your SOB/PC Navigation system.

Please note: we don't supply these devices, they are listed here for your convenience. However we do fully support their use with SOB and will offer assistance via email with their connections, configuration and use..

Multiplexer (NMEA Data Combiners)

We recommend ShipModul (The Netherlands) and Brookhouse products (NZ) for all your multiplexer requirements.

ShipModul MUXes are widely used throughout Europe and are proven reliable, simple devices to connect all your NMEA instruments into a single wire (serial or USB) connection to the computer.

ShipModul

	Dutch website
	English website

Brookhouse

	Website

Brookhouse supply many models to suit a variety of traditionally difficult inter-connections: eg connection of standard NMEA devices with AIS receivers, Seatalk/Raymarine instruments.

Brookhouse MUXes are fully configurable and programmable.

C-Map USBCC C-Card Reader

Price $???

Check your local C-Map office for cost and availability.

Note for Australian Users: this item can also be purchased from Whitworths Marine

The C-Map USB Card Reader connects to the computer via the USB connector and allows the use of C-Map cartridge charts (as used in dedicated Chart Plotters) with SOB.

C-Map now supply USB card readers for the FP Furuno style cartridges.

We don't supply these devices, please contact your local C-Map office or C-Map distributor for local prices, availability and ordering.

	AUS	www.c-map.com.au
	USA	www.c-map.com
	UK	www.c-map.co.uk
	EUR	www.c-map.it
	NOR	www.c-map.no