Integrated GPS support is included across the entire C-Comm platform with each radio component using a built in GPS receiver. With the C-Comm GPS Location Tracking solution, the radios and system configuration are programmed to send and receive GPS data which can in turn be used in a variety of formats onboard.
When the GPS is enabled on the radios, their current location co-ordinates and speed are determined by the internal GPS receiver and then broadcast back to the yacht. All data is sent across the system in an encrypted format using the data channel provided within the C-Comm system. This data is then aggregated and forwarded to the appropriation Navigation Screen on the Bridge.
In addition to tender tracking, the C-Comm GPS Location solution can also be used for jet ski tracking. The IP67 handsets are attached to the Jetski user's life vest enabling the guest to communicate back to the yacht for support. In the case of an emergency, the guest has a simple one-touch emergency button sending an alert to the crew handsets and beaconing the GPS location. Crew can then communicate with the guest and now also have a determined location to for a support boat to be sent.
This location service can also be applied as a guest shoreside (marina / beach) collect service.