What is ShipPlotter?

ShipPlotter

ShipPlotter is a super handy app for anyone who wants to navigate busy waterways, ports, and bays without a hitch. It takes AIS data (that's Automatic Identification System info) and turns it into easy-to-read visuals. You can see each ship's size, direction, and where it's headed right on a virtual map of your area.

Connect with Online Maps

This cool tool lets you link up with different online maps and even tools like Google Earth. So, you get a real-time picture of what's going on around you. When you hook it up to an AIS receiver, it transforms all that data into clear visuals showing every ship along with the necessary AIS broadcast details.

Choose Your Display Options

You'll love the variety of ways you can display the info! ShipPlotter has options like signal mode, message mode, ship mode, and chart mode. Each one shows the AIS information differently on your chosen map. There's even a radar view option for an easier directional look!

Extra Settings for Better Use

The app comes packed with extra settings to help boost how much you can do with it. It supports peer-to-peer sharing which means multiple users can share data to create a more complete view of water traffic.

GPS Support and Alerts

If you're navigating, ShipPlotter has got your back! It supports GPS features so you can plot courses, get an ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival), and save routes that you use often. Plus, there's an SMS alert option that lets you know when another vessel is nearby based on customizable triggers.

A Must-Have Tool for Everyone

Whether you're just spotting boats or actually out there navigating the waters, ShipPlotter is definitely worth checking out. With its wide range of options, it's perfect as a navigation aid or as an addition to your radar setup. This tool is great for anyone interested in tracking traffic on waterways and shipping lanes!

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!