Simrad RS100-B System, AIS+GPS-500, VHF Blackbox Radio
The Simrad RS100-B System, AIS+GPS-500, VHF Blackbox Radio is a VHF radio system with a 6.1 x 5.1 x 2.3 in blackbox unit. It provides Class D DSC VHF communications with integrated Class-B AIS and is installed by marine electronics technicians in helm and communications systems.
Technical Specifications
| Product category | VHF Radios |
|---|---|
| Weight | 9.33 lbs (4.23 kg) |
| Dimensions | 6.1 x 5.1 x 2.3 in (154.94 x 129.54 x 58.42 mm) |
| VHF radio approval | Class D DSC approved VHF radio |
| AIS function | Integrated Class-B AIS transmitter and receiver |
| GPS receiver | External GPS-500 included for AIS transmission |
| Station support | Up to eight stations |
| Handset expansion | Up to eight handsets: four wired and four wireless |
| External speaker support | Up to four external speakers |
| AIS data rate | 38400 Baud |
Compatibility & Applications
- Fits Simrad RS100-B modular VHF and AIS blackbox installations.
- Pairs with the included external GPS-500 receiver for AIS transmission.
- Wires to Class-B AIS transmit and receive functions in one system.
- Mounts as a blackbox DSC VHF radio solution.
- Pairs with up to four wired and four wireless handsets.
- Wires to up to four external speakers for distributed audio stations.
In a helm electronics refit, the blackbox unit can be mounted out of sight while handsets and speakers are placed at operating stations. Its documented differentiator is combined Class D DSC VHF, Class-B AIS transmit/receive, and GPS-500 support in one Simrad system.







