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Sven Yrvind replaces a broken AIS transponder from Vestermarine — the VHF port failed — with a new M-track unit that transmits at 5 watts, more than double the 2-watt output of the old one.0:48 Staff at MarinWebben spent two days tutoring him on the installation, returning a second day because the material required more time to cover.1:37 The setup uses a dedicated AIS antenna rather than a VHF splitter, which Yrvind notes improves efficiency.2:14 He also runs extra-heavy-duty coaxial cable rated to 100% specification.2:42 Written installation notes and both Swedish and English copies of the operational manual came with the unit.3:23 Yrvind acknowledges difficulty with electrical and computer concepts due to dyslexia, making the hands-on instruction from MarinWebben essential.1:50 The session covered contacts, startup procedure, the B400 build, and alarm configuration.2:55

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