Description
The em-trak X100 blends powerful VHF, DSC, and AIS technology with intuitive wireless control. It’s the heart of a safer, calmer, more connected boating experience.
The em-trak X100 isn’t just a marine radio
It’s the heart of a safer, calmer, more connected boating experience. Designed for people who love being on the water but refuse to compromise on reliability, the X100 blends powerful VHF, DSC, and AIS technology with intuitive wireless control.
Engineered without compromise
The ocean doesn’t compromise and neither does the em-trak X100. From the moment you power it on, you’ll feel the difference: a marine communication system that’s been engineered not just to survive the elements, but to thrive in them.
At a glance
Rugged, water and weather-proof design
NMEA2000 and 0183 integration
Sunlight-readable full-colour display
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
Clear-Wave digital audio for crystal-clear communication
Built-in GPS (optional external antenna)
Zero-loss VHF antenna splitter, one antenna for AIS and VHF
Intuitive controls and flexible mounting options
CONNECT-X: Your vessel, in your hand
With the CONNECT-X app, your smartphone or smartwatch becomes a wireless command mic, giving you full control from anywhere onboard. Make calls, monitor AIS traffic, receive MOB alerts; all without being tethered to a fixed location.
Wireless command mic
VHF/DSC in your pocket or on your wrist. Use your smartphone or watch as a full-featured wireless radio command-mic.
MOB & AIS-PLB alerts to mobile
Respond immediately to emergencies with instant MOB alerts and recovery locations, as well as CPA, anchor drift and inbound DSC messages.
Private intercom
Connect multiple phones and watches and talk privately to each other or group call.
AIS & Safety
Emergencies don’t wait and neither does the X100. With Distress, Safety & Urgency Calls, Group Calls, MOB Integration, and Silent Mode AIS; Every feature is designed to enhance your awareness and response because safety is never optional.
Tech Spec
em-trak products are designed and engineered to deliver the very best performance, reliability, connectivity and installation experience for those who are serious about wanting an AIS transceiver that delivers the best real-world performance and long-term reliability.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATION
Size (w x h x d) – 249 x 84 x 162mm
Weight – 700-800g
Operating temperature – -25°C to +68°C
Storage temperature – -25°C to +70°C
Ingress protection – IPx7
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION
Supply voltage – 12V or 24V DC
Supply voltage range – 9.6V – 31.2V DC
Average current (at 12V) – 480mA
Peak current – 4A
Average power consumption (at 12V) – 5.8W
Galvanic isolation – NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000, Power supply, VHF antenna port
CONNECTORS
VHF antenna – SO-239
GNSS – TNC
Power – 2 way circular multipole
NMEA 0183/silent mode – 14 way circular multipole
NMEA 0183/alarm relay – 18 way circular multipole
NMEA 2000 – 5 way Micro-C connector
DATA INTERFACES
NMEA 0183 – 3 x input ports. 3 x bi-directional ports
NMEA 2000 – NMEA 2000 Ed 3.101, LEN=1
Wi-Fi – IEEE 802.11 (a/b/g), client and access point mode supported (5 connections in access point mode)
STANDARDS COMPLIANCE
AIS standards – IEC 62287-2 Ed. 2. ITU-R M.1371.5
Product safety standards – EN60950-1 2006 +A11:2009 +A1:2010 +A12:2011 +A2:2013
Environmental standards – IEC 60945 Ed. 4
Serial data interface standards – IEC 61162-1 Ed 5.0. IEC 61162-2 Ed 1.0
NMEA 2000 – NMEA 2000 Ed 3.101
GNSS performance standards – IEC 61108-1 Ed 2.0. IEC 61108-02 Ed 1.0
GNSS
Systems supported – GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
(two of any combination, three including GPS, Galileo)
Channels – 72
Internal/external antenna – External only
Time to first fix from cold start – 26s
VHF TRANSCEIVER
VDL access scheme – SOTDMA
Operating frequency – 156.025MHz – 162.025MHz
Channel bandwidth – 25kHz
Receivers/transmitters – 3 x receivers, 1 x transmitter
AIS receiver sensitivity (20% PER) – -111dBm
AIS transmitter power – 5W (+37dBm)
USER INTERFACE
Screen – 5″ 800 x 480 full colour LCD
Buttons – Rotary encoder for selection and entry, 4 menu keys and 4 direction keys
SD card interface – Micro SD card interface for logging and chart cards (not available from em-trak)
GNSS ANTENNA
Size – 85 x 70mm
Weight – 470g
Ingress protection – IPx6 and IPx7
Mounting – 1 inch 14 TPI pole mount required
GNSS systems supported – GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
In the Box
X100 VHF | DSC | AIS radio
Fist mic, bracket and fixings
Fist mic holster mounting template
Mounting bracket and fasteners
Panel mounting o-ring
WiFi and Bluetooth antenna
Front cover






