easy2-MOB (A22800) AIS MOB + DSC “closed loop” & “open loop”

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Function

New Regulations

Technical Data

The new easy2-MOB is a combined AIS/DSC emergency beacon and puts AIS MOB to the next level.
Automatic activation can be switched off, compliant with the latest standard (2023)

The new AIS rescue transmitter now has an integrated DSC receiver and is able to send DSC “open loop distress calls“ and to receive their confirmation again.
In the event of a “man overboard” situation, the device enables all ships in the immediate vicinity of the casualty to be alerted immediately. This ensures that rescue attempts can be made as quickly as possible.
Alerting is carried out in parallel via AIS to all AIS receiving systems within transmission range of the easy2-MOB as well as via DSC “distress call“ to DSC radios. First and foremost, of course, with both alerts to your own ship.
By using powerful red LEDs, the easy2-MOB can also be used as an electronic torch. This increases the visibility especially in the dark.
Due to its small size, the AIS MOB easy2-MOB is suitable for use with numerous automatic life jacket.

AIS MOB becomes AIS Class M (AMRD-A)
New standard: ECDIS 63269 IEC 2022

  • As of January 1, 2021, AIS MOB devices with DSC without the ability to receive an acknowledgement (so-called “closed loop”) are no longer compliant with the standard!
  • From January 1, 2025, the sale of the previous AIS MOB with DSC “closed loop” is prohibited! Only AIS MOB with DSC that can both send and receive DSC (“open loop”) may be sold.
  • The use of non-standard devices may also no longer be permitted from 2025.
  • Why is this useful?
    As soon as the distress call has been received, it can be confirmed. On the one hand, the person who has fallen overboard knows that help is on the way, and on the other hand, the channel is released again to receive further signals.

The easy2-MOB from Weatherdock is the first AIS Class M rescue transmitter approved on the market with an EU and FCC certification (AMRD-A)!

 
  • Battery: 6V, 2 lithium units, CR2
  • Battery operating time:
    • AIS + DSC acknowledgement after first transmission
      60h+ (typical sequence, rom temperature)
    • AIS + DSC without acknowledgement
      40h+ (worst case, room temperature)
  • Battery lifetime
    7years with a total of 30 test cycles (can be viewed in the app)
  • Operating temperature: -20 ° C to + 55 ° C
  • Storage temperature: -40 ° C to + 70 ° C
  • Control elements:
    • 2 buttons: “TEST” and “ON”
    • Slider: Activation and deactivation of the automatic trigger function
  • Displays: 9 LEDs (1 x “program LED”, 2 x “status LED” and 6 x “flash light LED”)
  • Red LED torch
  • Frequencies:
    • AIS: 161,975 and 162,025 MHz
    • DSC: 156,525 MHz
  • Dimensions (L / W / H): 420 x 50 x 30 mm
  • Weight: 120 g
 

Attachment in the vest

In case of an Emergency

Highlights

The AIS MOB easy2-MOB is simply pushed upside down between the folded bladder of the life jacket. To do this, the vest only needs to be opened a little. The
safety line is attached inside e.g. to an existing ring with a knot.
To activete the automatic activation, the yellow slider has to be moved from „disarmed“ into the „armed“ position at the left side. Finally, the vest is closed again.

  • No blocking of the bladder
  • No blocking of the tube
  • Automatic activation
    In a “man overboard“ situation, the vest inflates automatically as soon as it is submerged in the water. The inflating balloon presses out the easy2-MOB, which then automatically activates itself when it comes into contact with the water and immediately begins to send the emergency signals
  • Transmission DSC “closed loop distress call“
    With the AIS MOB easy2-MOB it is possible to send the emergency signal to a group of up to 8 ships, including the mother ship, in a “closed loop“. These
    MMSI numbers can be programmed via a Bluetooth connection from a smartphone with the free Weatherdock app. A first transmission to these ships
    takes place just seconds after activation. Since the position has not yet been determined, the unit ID of the AIS MOB is sent first.
  • This immediate alarm is intended to sensitize the “closed loop vessels“ to the impending dangerous situation. As soon as a position determination is
    available, it is sent again to these ships.
  • Transmission DSC “open loop distress call“
    If the group does not confirm the     “closed loop distress call“ within 10 minutes, the AIS MOB easy2-MOB automatically switches to the “open loop distress call“ and sends an emergency signal to all ships. This signal can, for example, also be picked up and forwarded by commercial shipping. In this way, the emergency call can reach a coast station and trigger a rescue scenario there.
  • Transmission of AIS emergency messages In parallel to the DSC transmission, an AIS emergency message is sent after the position has been successfully determined. This can be received by any ship with AIS on board within a radius of up to 7 nautical miles around the casualty. The transmitted position data is updated every minute and re-transmitted together with information on course and speed over the ground.
  • The only Class M Rescue Transmitter on the market approved to the latest standard (2023)
  • Can be used with many automatic life jackets without any special preparation
  • Fully automatic activation on contact with water
  • AIS emergency report to every AIS receiving system within the transmission range
  • Repeating AIS emergency report with updated GPS position data
  • DSC distress call to up to 8 different ships in the “closed loop“ process
  • DSC distress call in the “open loop“ procedure automatically after 10 minutes
  • 12+ hours of battery life
  • Powerful red LED torch
  • 1 watt radiated transmission power in AIS mode
  • 0.5 watt radiated transmission power in DSC mode
  • Fully buoyant without a buoyancy aid
  • No annual fees
  • No licenses required
  • In accordance with all standards and regulations

F.A.Q.

Get your answers here

Yes, the easy2-MOB fits into almost any automatic life jacket and is very easy to install. No special pockets or modifications to the swim bladder are necessary.

To install, simply activate the easy2-MOB and then place it upside down between the swim bladder. Now simply attach the strap to a suitable location (eyelet) and refasten the life jacket. Done!

Yes! The easy2-MOB is the only AIS MOB that floats independently without buoyancy aids. This is especially important if the person who has fallen overboard is unconscious and unable to keep the rescue transmitter afloat. The easy2-MOB simply floats alongside the person, connected to the automatic life jacket via a lanyard.
The transmitter can also be used without a life jacket, for example, keeping it handy on board so that it can be thrown to a person who has fallen overboard. It then floats directly next to the person and does not need to be held in the hand – especially important since both hands are needed for swimming in an emergency.

Yes! The easy2-MOB was the first approved and fully certified AIS MOB according to the new standard. Devices that comply with the standard must be able to transmit DSC in both closed and open loops, be able to receive DSC in addition to transmitting it, and have the ability to disable automatic triggering.

The easy2-MOB has several advantages over the MOB1/MOB2 (Ocean Signal):

  • Free app for easy programming via Bluetooth
  • Floats independently and without buoyancy aid
  • More affordable