The AMEC CAMINO-701 is an AIS Class A transponder for both SOLAS and inland vessels. Fully certified to latest international standards, the transponder is ready for worldwide deployment.
The transponder is designed to provide high performance and great reliability – a result of our software defined radio technology expertise and years long field experience.
Its user-friendly interface enables an intuitive handling of complex features AIS class A delivers. The compact housing makes the transponder the smallest one in the world with integrated colour LED display. It comprehensive NMEA2000 support makes the integration with existing bridge systems easier than ever.
Application

Key Features
- Fully compliant with latest IMO, IEC, and ITU standards.
- Support both SOLAS and Inland mode.
- Color 3.5” LCD display with intuitive display modes.
- Control knob and keypad for easy operation.
- USB and NMEA2000 connectivity ready.
- Multiple sensor input ports and bi-directional data ports.
- Compact and robust housing design.
Specification
APPLICABLE STANDARDS | |
IEC 61993-2 | IEC 62288 |
IEC 60945 Ed. 4, 2002 | IEC 62388 |
IEC 61162-1 Ed. 3, 2007 | IMO Resolution A.851 (20): 1997 |
IEC 61162-2 Ed. 1, 1998 | IMO Resolution MSC.43(64) |
IMO MSC.74 (69) Annex 3 | IMO Resolution MSC.74(69) |
ITU-R Recommendation M.1371-4 | ITU-R Recommendation M.825-3 |
IMO Resolution A.694 (17): 1991 | ITU-R Recommendation M.1084-4 |
IEC 61108 | ITU-T Recommendation O.153 |
VHF TRANSCEIVER | |
Frequency Range | 156.025 MHz ~ 162.025 MHz |
Channel Bandwidth | 25 KHz |
Modulation | GMSK / FM |
Data Rate | 9,600 bps |
Number of AIS Transmitter | 1 |
Number of AIS Receiver | 2 |
Number of DSC Receiver | 1 |
AIS Channel 1 | CH 87B (161.975 MHz) |
AIS Channel 2 | CH 88B (162.025 MHz) |
Tx Power Output | 1/12.5 Watt (30/33/41 dBm ± 1.5 dB) |
Rx Sensitivity | < -107 dBm @ 20% PER |
DSC RECEIVER | |
Frequency | 156.525 MHz |
Modulation | FSK |
Channel Bandwidth | 25 K |
Sensitivity | < -107 dBm @ BER < 10-2 |
Spurious Response Rejection | ≧ 70 dB for signal @ -104 dBm; BER ≦ 1 % |
Blocking | ≧ 84 dB for signal @ -104 dBm; BER ≦ 1 % |
GPS RECEIVER (integrated) | |
Receiving Channels | 50 channels |
Tracking & Navigation Sensitivity | ≧ -159 dBm |
Reacquisition Sensitivity | ≧ -159 dBm |
Horizontal Position | < 2.5 m Autonomous |
< 2.0 m SBAS | |
Receiver Type | SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS,MSAS, GAGAN |
Receiving Channels | 50 channels |
POWER SUPPLY | |
Supply Voltage | 12V / 24V DC |
Power Consumption | Less than 9W average @ 12V DC; |
Less than 65W peak power @ 12V DC | |
LCD DISPLAY | |
Screen Size | 3.5” color TFT |
Pixel Number (Resolution) | 320 x 240 |
Viewing Mode | Basic coastline map/ Radar View/ Alphanumeric views /Satellite View |
Dimmer Control | Step-less Setting |
KEYPAD & ROTARY SWITCH | |
6 Keypads with Back-light | 1 for SRM, 1 for Menu, 1 for Dimmer, |
1 for ESC, 1 for Display, 1 for Nav. Status | |
Rotary Switch | Multi-Function |
CONNECTION INTERFACE | |
GPS Antenna Connector | TNC (Female) |
VHF Antenna Connector | SO-239 (Female) |
Sensor Interfaces 1 to 3 | IEC 61162-1 or -2 |
Pilot / Auxiliary | IEC 61162-2 |
External Display | IEC 61162-2 |
Long-range | IEC 61162-2 |
DGNSS correction input | RTCM-SC-104 |
Alarm relay | Normally closed |
USB | Mini type B USB interface |
NMEA2000 | IEC61162-3 |
Alarm Output | Relay contact |
ENVIRONMENTAL | |
Operating Conditions | IEC 60945 “protected” category |
Operating Temperature | -15°C ~ 55°C |
Operating Humidity | 95% RH at 40°C |
Waterproof | IPX4 |
PHYSICAL | |
Width | 205 mm (8.07 inch) |
Height | 85 mm (3.35 inch) |
Depth (include connectors) | 173 mm (6.81 inch) |
Weight | ≦1.2 kg |
Connection Diagram

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