Vesper WatchMate XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder w/WiFi & NMEA 2000 Gateway

**As the FCC requires all units sold in the US to be programmed by a qualified technician. Please submit the form below for programming at the time of purchase. A copy of the MMSI Registration or FCC Ship Station License is required along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed programming form. **

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WatchMate XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder with WiFi and NMEA 2000 Gateway

The Vesper Marine WatchMate WatchMate XB-8000 is the world's only black box transponder with built-in smartAIS features including the deckWatch smartwatch app.

Complete Class B AIS Transponder

WatchMate XB-8000 is a Class B AIS transponder with a two-channel parallel receiver and transmitter. It transmits your vessel position and details and receives the same kind of information from other vessels with AIS transponders.

The AIS data is sent every few seconds and includes information such as course, speed, latitude, longitude, and heading. Static information about the vessel is sent every few minutes and includes the name, type of vessel, length, beam, draft, etc.

smartAIS Features:

Unlike normal AIS which sends and receives AIS data, WatchMate XB-8000 has smartAIS which is an active system with smart alarm logic that alerts you rapidly to potential dangers.

• Safety Underway. This alerts you when smartAIS detects a potential collision
• Safety at Anchor. If your anchor drags, smartAIS will let you know immediately
• Safety for your Crew. If someone is washed overboard, smartAIS not only alerts you, it also provides their location so you can pick them up quickly

It means you can focus on navigating your vessel, knowing smartAIS is always keeping watch in the background and is ready to alert you the moment it detects a hazard or unwanted event.

deckWatch

deckWatch from Vesper Marine is a free smartwatch app that will transform your boating safety. Get instant information about potential collisions, anchor drag, or man overboard on your smartwatch using this new Android Wear 2 app from Vesper Marine.

deckWatch uses the power of Android Wear 2 to connect your smartwatch directly to the WiFi of your smartAIS transponder. It's your safety companion anywhere on your boat. You don't have to reach for your smartphone or tablet or carry them in rough sea conditions about the boat. You can see alerts directly on your smartwatch. That's safety on hand exclusively from Vesper Marine.

WiFi connectivity anywhere onboard

WatchMate XB-8000 has built-in Wi-Fi. You can securely connect up to 5 other devices simultaneously over WiFi. You can have a wireless connection to your laptop, smartphone, and tablet.

AIS data, GPS, and Navigation instrument data over WiFi

Besides AIS data, GPS and NMEA instrument data can be shared with all your mobile devices and laptops. This is exclusive to Vesper Marine Smart AIS transponders. Manage your vessel