T&T: AIS Installation - recommendations

[Chuck and Susan]

Ross, depends on where you plan to cruise as to how valuable Class B will be.
For offshore works and places such as along the Gulf Coast where commercial
traffic is heavy, it is in my opinion a very valuable tool. If you are
traveling in areas where pleasure crafty is the primary traffic it won't be of
much value. The installation is pretty straight forward but you will need a
plotter or computer software that is compatible. The prices are still coming
down so don't know when you plan to purchase. It is best to have a dedicated
antenna rather than sharing your VHF. Hope this helps. Chuck

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--- On Fri, 2/6/09, Ross Lappin <rosslappin at hotmail.com> wrote:
 

I have been off the list for some time - still working on getting ready for
the loop via south on the California coast - either all the way down and
through the canal or via boat lift from Ensanada to Port Everglades. Will be
looking for lots of advice either way. Is there a popular view regaridng
installing AIS Class B and if so can I get a summary? Ross LappinCynthia
Lynne