About your AIS class B transceiver
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Static data is information about the vessel which must be programmed into the AIS transceiver.
This includes:
• Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)
•Vessel name
• Vessel call sign (if available)
• Vessel type
• Vessel dimensions
In most countries the operation of an AIS transceiver is included under the vessel's marine VHF
licence provisions. The vessel on to which the AIS unit is to be installed must therefore possess a
current VHF radiotelephone licence which lists the AIS system, vessel Call Sign and MMSI
number.
An MMSI number is required in order for the AIS transceiver to operate. Please
contact the relevant authority in your country for more information.
2.3 Important information for US customers
There are specific laws in the USA regarding the configuration of AIS class B transceivers.
If you are a US resident and intend to use your AIS class B transceiver in US waters, you should
make sure that your retailer has configured your product prior to supplying it to you. If your AIS
transceiver has not been pre-configured please contact your dealer for details of how to have it
configured.
Alternatively, if you have received a configuration card for your AIS transceiver you may
configure the AIS transceiver by following the instructions provided with the card.