2.9 Location and mounting
Site requirements
When planning the installation, take the following site requirements
into account.
AIS requirement
This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous/flammable
atmospheres. Do NOT install in a hazardous/flammable atmosphere
(such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks).
The AIS unit must be fitted in a location where it is not likely to be
stepped on or tripped over, and which:
• Is close enough to allow connection to the vessel's VHF with the
3 ft (1 m) RF cable supplied.
• Is at least 3 ft (1 m) from an engine, compass or any magnetic
device.
• Has at least 6 in (100 mm) of clear space below, to allow access
for cabling and adequate cable bends.
• Is maintained at a temperature between -15°C (5°F) and +55°C
(130°F).
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Unit dimensions
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Mounting
Fitting the AIS unit
Note: To ensure water resistance the unit must be mounted
vertically with the connectors facing down.
VHF ANT
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Description
150 mm (5.90 in)
167 mm (6.57 in)
50 mm (1.95 in)
20.3 mm (0.8 in)
99.5 mm (3.92 in)
54 mm (2.12 in)
AIS350 / AIS650 Installation instructions
D12042-1