The Easyone AIS-MOB from Weatherdock is handy and has no sharp edges
The Easyone is an AIS-MOB transmitter, which means that in an emergency, the current position of the device is sent via VHF to all AIS receivers within range. In the event of permanent contact with water, the patented trigger automatically releases a spiral-shaped rod antenna, activates the transmitter and initializes an emergency message. This is recorded by all AIS receivers within a radius of seven to eight nautical miles and displayed on chart plotters, for example.
In addition to the individual device identification, the emergency message also contains the current GPS position as well as the course and speed above ground, which makes it very easy to track and find people floating in the water. The Easyone also has a bright LED flashing light. The integrated 56-channel GPS receiver guarantees a cold start time, from activation to the first satellite fix, of just 35 seconds.
The 150 gram Easyone is powered by two lithium cells and should transmit for 36 hours. The lifespan of the batteries in the idle state is specified as seven years. Thanks to its small dimensions of 168 by 48 by 27 millimeters, the transmitter can be stowed in any automatic life jacket. Due to its shape and weight distribution, the Easyone floats upright and does not have to be firmly attached to the vest's buoyancy mechanism; it is sufficient to secure it to the person with a lanyard. In addition, it can be used as a MOB buoy in combination with a life collar or ring. In the course of maintenance it can also be integrated into all common life rafts.
Since the AIS-MOB is registered via the manufacturer, it is independent of the boat's MSSI and does not require registration. The price is 298 euros
More information about the Easyone at www.weatherdock.de or on the Boot: Hall 11, Stand B 52.