The NAV6 is the world’s first NAVTEX system to offer dual channel (518 kHz and 490 kHz) reception as standard. Information is presented on a large and easy to read LCD display, rivalling paper print-out for legibility. The ‘plus’ version offers simultaneous reception on both channels, and when connected to an NMEA data source, offers a range of instrument repeater functions.
The NAV6 adds a new dimension in NAVTEX functionality. All messages are received into a large non-volatile memory for selective display by the user. Decide what messages you want to view after they have been received. Unique iNEC message processing decreases errors in received messages.
NAVTEX is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). It broadcasts weather and navigation warnings, in English on 518 kHz every 4 hours from transmitters around the world. Increasingly, local language and small craft information is also transmitted on 490 kHz. The NAV6 and NAV6plus can monitor both channels.
ICS NAVTEX receivers are in widespread use by the world’s merchant ships and navies. Many shore-based NAVTEX messaging systems have also been supplied by ICS
Simultaneous dual channel NAVTEX receiver with large, easy to read LCD screen. Category NAVTEX
Features
- Simplified operation
- Simultaneous dual channel reception
- Sorts messages by receipt time/date or category
- Includes dual channel NAVTEX sensor with 10m connecting cable
- 12 volt operation
- Connects to GPS for automatic update of clock
- Splash-proof construction
- Panel 'instrument' mounting (standard)
- 'U' bracket on surface mount (optional)
- Sun cover available
The ICS NAV6dual offers the same high quality message presentation and dual channel simultaneous NAVTEX reception as the NAV6plus, but without GOS or NMEA repeater screens.