Compliance

Precise simulation of real GMDSS equipment

Transas GMDSS simulator:

  • Covers the essential areas of maritime training in full compliance with STCW’95 Code and IMO Model Course 1.25
  • Holds type approval certificate from the Department of Maritime Transport of Russia

According to the 1995 STCW Code (Section B-I/12, paragraph 41) GMDSS communication simulation equipment should be capable of simulating GMDSS communication equipment which meets all applicable performance standards adopted by the IMO, and incorporate the following facilities:

Simulate the operation of VHF, VHF-DSC, NAVTEX, EPIRB and watch receiver equipment as required for the Restricted Operator’s Certificate (ROC)

Yes

Simulate the operation of INMARSAT-A, -B and –C ship earth stations, MF/HF NBDP, MF-HF DSC, VHF, VHF-DSC, NAVTEX, EPIRB and watch receiver equipment as required for the General Operator’s Certificate (GOC)

Yes

Provide voice communication with background noise

Yes. Background noise plus some types of interferences in addition

Provide a printed text communication facility

Yes, including rephasing procedure in accordance with ITU-R Rec. M.625

Create a real-time operating environment, consisting of an integrated system, incorporating at least one instructor/assessor station and at least two GMDSS ship or shore stations

Yes. Up to 3 Instructors and up to 16 GMDSS ship or shore stations are available