General

Firmware Updates

• ★ WatchMate XB-8000 Important Update Available
• ★ WatchMate Vision Important Update Available
• ★ Your WatchMate app can now perform firmware upgrades
• ★ XB-6000 V5.20 Important Update Available
• ★ Important Firmware update available for WatchMate 850

Frequently asked questions

• ★ Using marinetraffic.com to test if you are transmitting
• Why do I see a discrepancy in depth data displayed in Vision and my sounder?
• Determining your current firmware version
• Do I have to use a dedicated GPS antenna or can I use the one I have?
• What is the High Background Noise error for and what should I do about it?

Technical Support Questions

• Running vmAIS on 64bit Ubuntu
• How to solve iOS Wi-Fi connection issues to smartAIS transponders?
• My MAC crashes and reboots when I try and connect over USB
• External Alarm support in XB-8000
• How to update firmware in XB-8000 or WatchMate Vision
• WMX850 - How to update firmware
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Tips & Tricks

• ★ Android target symbols
• ★ WatchMate AtoN symbols
• ★ smartAIS filtering in apps FAQ
• Am I transmitting my vessel name?
• How to enter my MMSI number and other details
• Should I power my splitter from the VHF or AIS?
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Connecting to Other Devices

• ★ NMEA Translations
• How to connect a Virtual AIS Beacon to a PC/Laptop directly without using router?
• Interface vision or XB to Coastal Explorer
• Integrating Vesper Marine Transponders with Raymarine SeaTalk Networks
• AIS target display in Furuno NavNet chartplotter
• Configuring openCPN for XB-8000 or WatchMate Vision
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