El Viaje de Bohemia · video

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Tomás and Agus install a Vesper AIS transceiver on their boat, *Bohemia*, to improve collision avoidance and situational awareness.4:35 The installation requires replacing the existing VHF cable running to the masthead, as the original wiring was undersized and caused significant signal loss.8:04 The crew pulls the new cable through the mast and deck, utilizing a waterproof cable gland to maintain hull integrity.13:55 They fabricate a custom mounting panel for the navigation station using thermoformable plastic to house the new unit.11:25 The system integrates with Navionics via a dedicated Wi-Fi network, allowing multiple mobile devices to display AIS targets.4:30 Beyond collision avoidance, the transceiver provides an anchor watch alarm, a dedicated man-overboard (MOB) button, and a suite of instrument data including wind, depth, and battery voltage.18:48 The unit also supports remote monitoring when connected to an internet source like Starlink.19:35 Replacing inadequate cabling is essential for ensuring proper AIS transmission and reception range.14:47

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