AIS 650 with Plotter E80

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Frederico,

The first generation SeaTalk communications protocol does not support AIS data. As such, the MFD would not be able to receive/process AIS data from a SeaTalk source. While E-Series Classic MFDs (via their SeaTalk2/NMEA 2000 interface) feature a fair amount of support for communications with devices featuring a SeaTalkng / NMEA 2000 communications interface, the E-Series Classic MFDs have not been designed to process SeaTalkng / NMEA 2000 PGNs featuring AIS data. The E-Series Classic MFDs have been exclusively designed to process AIS data received via their NMEA 0183 port. As indicated within my prior response, it is recommended that the part be ordered from the authorized Raymarine dealer from whom you intend to purchase the AIS650. Correspondingly, it is recommended that the dealer be contacted sufficiently far in advance of your arrival to order and receive the R08004 MFD NMEA 0183 Cable.