

Data recording for all vessel types and sizes!
Why you need a Mini Data Recorder.
We all know the strict IMO regulations for large vessels and VDRs, but there are none for vessels under 3000GRT—why?
It seems ridiculous, considering the value of workboats and other small watercraft, and it is even more important when these vessels are owned and operated by smaller companies. Why don’t people use data recorders on small vessels?
The answer is simple – costs!
A full VDR is a substantial investment, and putting one on a small tug boat, for example, is possibly a bit over the top, but there is a solution—a mini data recorder. It basically does the job of a VDR but is compact in size and requires much less of a financial investment – less than one might think!
A mini data recorder is a perfect solution.
We at AMI Marine specialise in data recording and interfacing. We enable all bridge systems to be compatible and then collate all recorded information into safe data within accessible storage.
We have two models available, and each one can be assembled to meet your specific vessel requirements. This custom-build approach saves vessel owners and operators from buying unnecessary extras, whilst staying well within budget.
X-VHFR Port & Small Vessel Data Recorder
- 7″ Colour Touch Screen
- Audio Inputs for VHF or Mics
- NMEA, AIS and GPS Inputs
- up to 300 days storage
- AMI replay software included with purchase
X-MDR A ‘Dashcam’ for your ship!
The X-MDR is our ‘Dash Cam’ model with optional CCTV expansion which can also include a removable hard drive
- 10.1” Colour Touch Screen
- Real-time Surveillance
- 8 dome CCTV cameras can be fitted.
- AMI replay software is included with each purchase
- Up to 4TB Storage.
- VHF and bridge audio recording.
- NMEA Data Recording.
- Image Recording for Radar, ECDIS, Chart Plotters is available.
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