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  • Page 2 Please read this first! Warning: Although ACR strives for accuracy in all its publications; this material may contain errors or omissions, and is subject to change without prior notice. ACR shall not be made liable for any specific, indirect, incidental or consequential damages as a result of its use. ACR components may only be used in safety of life devices or systems, with the express written approval of ACR, as the failure of such components could cause the failure of the ACR device or system.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NAUTICAST Transponder User Manual Index NAUTICAST ... 5 TARTING THE Initial Set Up of the NAUTICAST for operation ... 5 Entering the MMSI and IMO Numbers ... 6 Entering Ship Settings ... 7 Entering Voyage Related Data ... 8 Service and User Passwords ... 9 NAUTICAST U NTERFACE NAUTICAST Keyboard ...

  • Page 4: User Manual

    History of Changes Date Version 2002-12-04 2003-03-18 2003-03-27 2003-03-31 2003-06-30 1.0.1 2004-06-03 1.0.2 2004-07-30 1.0.3 2005-07-30 1.0.4 2005-11-21 1.0.5 2006-05-23 1.0.6 2006-11-06 1.0.7 2009-07-28 1.0.8 This Manual is valid for following AIS software Version: AIS software Date Version 2009-04-12 2.0.S105.X408 2009-07-28 2.0.S105.X714 User Manual...

  • Page 5: Starting The Nauticast

    1 Starting the NAUTICAST 1.1 Initial Set Up of the NAUTICAST for operation ATTENTION: IMO REGULATIONS MANDATE THAT YOU ENTER THIS INFORMATION. After installing the antennas and hardware the following User, Voyage related and Ship Settings data needs to be entered. Upon Start-up (Applying power) enter the following information. a) Enter MMSI Number - See section 1.2 on entering information.

  • Page 6: Entering The Mmsi And Imo Numbers

    1.2 Entering the MMSI and IMO Numbers Select from the Main Menu “Service Configuration” Number 6. Menu is SERVICE password protected (Please see Appendix 7.2 for password information). Enter Service Password and use the up and down arrows on keypad to select “Change MMSI / IMO” than press M5 “Select” or “by pressing number 3 on the keypad.

  • Page 7: Entering Ship Settings

    1.3 Entering Ship Settings Select from the Main Menu “Ship Settings” Menu is USER password protected (Please see Appendix 7.2 for password information).Enter Password and use the up and down arrows to edit Ship Settings then press Enter or the numeric reference on the keypad to select and edit. Save after editing.

  • Page 8: Entering Voyage Related Data

    GPS ANTENNA location on ship (is x in above Menu example) is located 200 meters from bow (A) and 33 Meters from Starboard side (D). Note: When only using internal GPS antenna it is ok to have default values for external position since they are not used.

  • Page 9: Service And User Passwords

    31' E ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please enter user password: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Enter Scroll to the Voyage Setting Fields with up and down arrows and input your vessel data. Select a default Cargo Type, Draught, POB (Persons on board), Destination, ETA and Navigation Status Setting using the [Left] &...
  • Page 10 Changing the Service Password Select “Service Configuration” from the Main Menu with the cursor button [Up] & [Down] or press Number 6 on the keyboard. The password query field appears. Input default Service Password and press M5 [Enter]. N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/An -------------------------------------- +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++...
  • Page 11 Service Password Menu Example: N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/An ******* Change Service Password ******* Enter new password : Repeat new password: --------------------------------------- | Enter Enter the new Password: Then push Enter (M5). Repeat the new Password: Then Push Enter (M5). A minimum of 6, a maximum of 8 characters are allowed.
  • Page 12 N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/Anm |---------------------------------- | 6-2. User Password Settings -----| | | +- 1. Change User Password View | +- 2. Change Password Protection -----| Msg. | -----| Displ| ---------------------------------------- NUM|Select->| Enter the new Password. A minimum of 6, a maximum of 8 characters are allowed. Should the new password include numbers, use the shift key to generate them.

  • Page 13: Nauticast User Interface

    2 NAUTICAST User Interface Soft Keys [M1] – [M8] Keyboard User Manual Display Navigation Screen Header (max. 3 lines) _________________ Navigation Screen or MENU Structure (Content 13 lines) Enter Key Safety Keys Cursor Cross Y1-03-0203 Rev.L...

  • Page 14: Nauticast Keyboard

    2.1 NAUTICAST Keyboard The NAUTICAST is fitted with a full alphanumeric keyboard, with the following functions: By pressing any key on the keyboard the letters are addressed. Number symbols and special characters are addressed by holding down the shift [] key and simultaneously pressing the chosen key. The characters ($;...

  • Page 15: Explanation Of The Soft Keys

    2.4 Explanation of the Soft Keys The Soft Keys are divided into vertical static keys [M1-M4] and horizontal dynamic keys [M5-M8], which differ in function according to the current application. Soft Key Definition filter option on AIS targets in graphical view [M1] FA (hides received Class A targets) FB (hides received Class B targets)

  • Page 16: Nauticast S

    3 NAUTICAST Screens NAUTICAST The advanced version of the Navigation Screen Menu Structure Graphical User Interface 3.1 Navigation Screen This screen provides the user with Navigation Data from their own vessel and lists all other vessels within receiving range. This screen automatically appears after a period of 60 seconds of user inactivity on the Transponder.

  • Page 17: Own Vessel Data

    3.1.1 Own Vessel Data LAT:N 1°27.845'ExtSOG:34.6kn LON:E 0°21.289'ExtCOG:173.0° LAT: Latitude LON: Longitude The actual UTC - date (MM.DD.YY) and time (hh.mm.ss) are displayed on the top Date: right hand corner of this view. IntGPS: 3D ExtHDT:222° Reg6 IntGPS Indicates normal or differential mode of GPS position. 2D or 3D: Indicates the precision of the GPS result.

  • Page 18: Other Vessel Data

    3.1.2 Other Vessel Data 001/021..S ...RNG.BRG..SOG..COG.. (E.g: Vessel 01 of 021) current or selected Vessel/ Total number of Vessels (max. 001/021 256 Vessels) Name of the Ship and AIS – Type: Cl-A: SOLAS Class-A Ship ShipName: Cl-B: Leisure Craft Base: Base station SAR : Search and Rescue Aircraft Vessel Range Note: The vessel closest to own ship, or where position data is unknown (N/A), is...

  • Page 19: Other Vessel Details

    3.1.4 Other Vessel Details This screen shows the Dynamic, Voyage and Vessel Related Data, which is currently being transmitted by a previously selected vessel. 21' E Time 2:07 ------------------ POS:001/021 : S 74 Heading :77 IMO No. :90733283 ShipName:DOREEN ShipType:Passenger ship Length :310m RefPoint:A190 B120 C10 D>=63m...
  • Page 20 Reference Point (in meters): This information indicates the Reference Point of the used GPS Antenna onboard the vessel. RefPoint:A190 B120 C10 D<63m 190m 120m <63m (means more than 63m in the case of a very large vessel) Vessels Cargo: Indicates the type of cargo on board. N/A or harmless Further Vessel Details: Draught : 3.3m...

  • Page 21: Menu Structure

    Menu Structure To call up the Main Menu, press the [Menu] button once, and all Submenus are displayed. The cursor position indicates the selected submenu. Menu navigation is achieved by pressing the [Up] or [Down] keys to select, and then by pressing [Enter] to confirm the desired Submenu selection.

  • Page 22: Sub-Menus Overview

    3.4 Sub-Menus Overview 3.4.1 Messages 19' E | 1. Messages -----| | | +- 1. Write Addressed SRM View | +- 2. Write Broadcast SRM | +- 3. Lock Request | +- 4. Inbox History -----| +- 5. Inbox SRM | +- 6.

  • Page 23: Ship Settings - (User Password Protected)

    3.4.4 Ship Settings – (User Password Protected) N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/Anm ************ Ship Settings ************* Call Sign:OEZ1234 ShipName :SOLAS 55 Ref.Points Len (A+B): Beam(C+D): Ship Type:<Cargo ship> >>> DATA OK. PRESS M5 TO SAVE DATA <<< ---------------------------------------- Save 3.4.5 Configuration –...

  • Page 24: Display Settings

    Display Settings 21' E *********** Display Settings *********** Mode +-[*] Day +---- Brightness:<9> +---- Contrast +-[ ] Night +---- Brightness: 3 +---- Contrast ---------------------------------------- NUM|DayNight| 3.4.7 Graphical Display Settings 46' E |---------------------------------- | 8 Graphical Display Settings -----| | | +- 1. Fairway View Scale View | +- 2.
  • Page 25 Dynamic Keys: Messages [M5] [Select] [M8] [Back] Writing Messages: This screen provides a means to write and send messages. It is possible to select between an Addressed Message to a single selected vessel, and a Broadcast Message, which is sent out to all vessels in the current Vessel Listing. Message Inboxes: The Inbox History gives an overview of all incoming messages.
  • Page 26 Dynamic Keys: Messages [M5] [Select] [M8] [Back] b) Using the NAUTICAST Message Editor After selecting a vessel, the Message Editor is automatically displayed. Messages containing a maximum of 156 characters are allowed. Longer texts require a second message. After text input completion, transmission to the selected addressee is facilitated by pressing the [Send] button.
  • Page 27 c) Confirmation of Sent Addressed Message The confirmation screen shows the successful message transmission and indicates which channels (AIS1 or AIS2) were used. Successful Message Transmission on Channel AIS1: LAT:N 18.963'ExtSOG:34.6kn 05/21/2006 LON:E 12.408'ExtCOG:173.0 Ships:21 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ [+] AIS1:OK, acknowledgement received [-] AIS2: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ----------------------------------------...
  • Page 28 It is possible, that the recipient‟s Transponder could not receive the message at all, and in this case the following screen is displayed. It is then recommended to resend the message. Unsuccessful Message Confirmation (no acknowledgement) 19' E ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ [ ] AIS1: [-] AIS2: Sent, but no acknowledgement ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ----------------------------------------...
  • Page 29 e) Confirmation of Broadcast Sent Message This Confirmation Screen shows that the message was successfully transmitted on the Broadcast Setting. By pressing [Back] the user automatically returns to the Message Editor for further Messaging. The [SendTo] returns the user to the Vessel Listing, with the option of further Message Writing to individual vessels.
  • Page 30 f) Long Range Interrogation Mobile, and shore-based stations have the ability to interrogate vessels and make requests for information over the “Long Range Interface”. The interrogated vessel can either reply in automatic, or in manual mode. The interrogation request is displayed in both modes. The arrival of a Long Range Interrogation Request is indicated by: 1L on the top right hand corner of the Navigation Screen.
  • Page 31 An LRI has arrived; The NAUTICAST Settings are configured to Automatic Mode: 20' E ************** Inbox LRI *************** LRI *07:44 07:44 11/28 ------------------ POS:01/01 LRI 5004 Please confirm with OK! ---------------------------------------- Dynamic Keys: LRI in the Inbox History (automatic mode) [M5] [OK] [M7]...
  • Page 32 20' E ************** Inbox LRI *************** LRI *07:49 07:44 07:49 11/28 ------------------ POS:01/02 LRI 5004 Please acknowledge with OK/Reject! ---------------------------------------- Dynamic Keys: LRI in the Inbox History (manual mode) [M5] [OK] [M6] [Reject] g) Inbox History The Inbox History provides a means to reading incoming messages and alarms. The messages are listed in chronological sequence.
  • Page 33 Inbox History: Overview of Received Messages and Alarms Message Types: ASRM BSRM Message Status: ACK (Acknowledged) Inbox History: Message and Alarm Types and Status Definition: 19' E ************ Inbox History ************* ASRM 13:43 PIRATE ATTACK! ASRM*13:42 HIGH WINDS IN AREA! 5004 13:40 external EPFS lost ALR!*13:38 general failure ALR! 13:39 no sensor pos in use26...
  • Page 34 ASRM 13:43 PIRATE ATTACK! Addressed Safety Related Message, acknowledged by recipient, arrived at 13:43, with text “Pirate Attack”, from vessel with MMSI 5264 ASRM*13:42 HIGH WINDS IN AREA! 5004 Addressed Safety Related Message, unacknowledged by recipient, arrived at 13:42, with text “High winds in area!”...
  • Page 35 ASRM: Time Date Message Type Status MMSI of Sender Channel ALR – Reading Incoming Alarms: N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/Anm ************ Inbox History ************* TXT! 10:00 AIS: INTERNAL DGNSS 24 09:59 AIS: NO VALID COG I 30 09:59 AIS: NO VALID SOG I 29 TXT! 09:59 AIS: INTERNAL SOG C 28 09:59 AIS: NO SENSOR POSI 26 09:59 03/25 ------------------ POS:02/11...

  • Page 36: Ais Status

    3.5.2 AIS Status The AIS Status Menu provides a variety of information concerning own vessel settings, as well as the current AIS status of the other vessels, which are displayed in the Vessel Listing. Version Info provides details of the actual software release currently installed. Security Log traces the downtimes of the Transponder, to ensure those periods of down time when the transponder is out of order or lacking electricity can be traced.
  • Page 37 Mod.: Used Channel Syn.: RXVe: MMSI: b) Own Ship Data This screen shows own Ship, and Voyage Data, which was previously input in Menu 3: Ship Settings and Menu 4: Voyage Settings. 26' E Time 0:08 ------------------------------ Heading :222 IMO No. :9100254 ShipName:MYLADY CS:D11233 ShipType:Pilot vessel Length...
  • Page 38 Own Vessel Position: : N 1°18.901' LON : E 0°12.345' Heading and Rotation of own vessel: Heading :77 ROT : IMO-Number and MMSI of own vessel: IMO No. : 9100254 MMSI: 257530700 Name and CallSign of own vessel: ShipName: MYLADY CS: D11233 Vessel Type: Pilot vessel...
  • Page 39 c) Version Info This Screen shows the actual Software Release which is being run on the NAUTICAST. N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3>0.00nm ************* Version Info ************* # # # #### # # # ### Hardware: AIS Transponder Class A Software: 2.0.S105.X309 SW Stamp: Mar 25 2009 Modem HW: Issue J...

  • Page 40: Voyage Settings (User Password Protected)

    3.5.3 Voyage Settings (User Password Protected) NOTE: The default password from the factory is mentioned on your AIS display at the protection foil. (see Appendix 0 for password information).! Before entering Voyage Related Data for initial NAUTICAST operation, it is advised to configure the User Password in: Menu 5: Configuration...
  • Page 41 Voyage Settings Entries After a new User Password has been set, Voyage Settings may be input. A selection is made with the cursor buttons [Up] or [Down] to reach the individual input fields. The categories “Cargo” and “NavStat” are equipped with default settings, which can be selected by pressing the [Left] or [Right] buttons.
  • Page 42 Data Input Modes Voyage Setting Description Cargo Cargo Category Maximum present static Draught draught Number of persons on board Dest Destination Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) NavSt Navigational Status After the Ship Settings have been input and saved, this screen appears. [Exit] takes the user back to the Main Menu.

  • Page 43: Ship Settings (User Password Protected)

    3.5.4 Ship Settings (User Password Protected) After a new User Password has been set, the Ship Settings may be input. The Ship Settings are usually only set once, upon NAUTICAST initial operation. A selection is made with the cursor buttons [Up] or [Down] for input field selection. The category “ShipType”...
  • Page 44 Input Modes for Ship Settings Ships Description Setting Call Sign Ships Call Sign Ship Name Ships Name Length Length of ship Ship‟s Beam Beam Position reference points for external RefPntExt: positioning device (GPS antenna) RefPntInt: Position reference points for GPS antenna Ship Type Ship Type according to IMO Regulations: User Manual...
  • Page 45 After the Ship Settings have been input and saved, this screen appears. [Exit] takes the user back to the Main Menu. 30' E ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- GPS Antenna Mounting It is important to input the exact mounting position of the GPS Antenna on the vessel as this influences the accuracy of the displayed target in an ECDIS.
  • Page 46 Sample: Display: CallSign = D11233 ShipName = M/V TUGELA Length = 200m Beam = 30m RefPointExt = A170 B30 C15 D15m (location of the external GPS antenna) RefPointInT = A171 B29 C0 D30m (location of the internal GPS antenna) ShipType = Tug Setting of the external GPS antenna position: A = 170m the distance from bow to the antenna B= 30m the distance from the antenna to the stern...

  • Page 47: Transponder Configuration (User Password Protected)

    N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/Anm ************ Ship Settings ************* Call Sign:SO52 ShipName :SOLAS 52 Ref.Points Len (A+B): Beam(C+D): Ship Type: N/A or no ship >>> DATA OK. PRESS M5 TO SAVE DATA <<< ---------------------------------------- NUM| Save Save Back 3.5.5 Transponder Configuration (User Password Protected) The Configuration Menu allows the user to alter the hardware-based parameters.
  • Page 48 Accessing the Configuration Menu with the default User Password 18' E ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ User password protected! Please enter user password: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Enter Dynamic Keys: Input of Default User Password to Access [M5] [Enter] Incorrect User Password Input If the incorrect User Password is input, the screen below appears. 34' E ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++...
  • Page 49 a) Change User Password (for initial NAUTICAST Operation) It is strongly recommended to change the default User Password upon initial NAUTICAST operation. A minimum of 6, a maximum of 8 characters are allowed. Should the new password include numbers, use the shift key to generate them. 19' E |---------------------------------- | 5.
  • Page 50 This screen appears if the new User Passwords are mismatched - i.e. the New User Password and the Repeated New User Password are not identical. In this case, it is possible to re-input both the New and Repeated User Passwords again. [Exit] takes the user back to the User Password Input Screen.
  • Page 51 b) Region Settings A Region is a defined area, with specific VHF parameters, which are sent out by Vessel Traffic Service Stations (VTS), and received via Digital Selective Calling (DSC) or AIS. The screen shows a list of Regions, and their input sources. When the vessel enters into one of the pre-defined Regions, the NAUTICAST automatically switches to the relevant Region Setting.
  • Page 52 Creating a New Region Parameters for setting up a new Region can be entered and saved here. 19' E ********** Create New Region *********** NE LAT(1):N NE LON(1):E SW LAT(2):N SW LON(2):E TrZone(3): 5nm ChannAIS1:2087 BandwAIS1: Default ChannAIS2:2088 BandwAIS2: Default Tx/RxMode: TxA/TxB,RxA/RxB VHF Power: High ----------------------------------------...
  • Page 53 c) Alarm Settings This screen allows the user to enable or disable the generation and display of Alarms. Alarms are displayed in the Alarm Inbox (see Menu 5: Transponder Configuration, Submenu 3: Alarm Settings) and on the ECDIS screen. Note: It is highly recommended to enable the Alarm Function.
  • Page 54 Dynamic Keys: LR Interrogation Settings [M5] [Save] [M6] [Change] [M7] [All On] [M8] [Back] Replying to a Long Range Interrogation Request: The arrival of an LRI is shown in the Navigation Screen (top right hand corner: The detailed LRI is automatically stored in Menu 1:Messages, Submenu: 6 Inbox LRI, where the request can be read and replied to.
  • Page 55 Dynamic Keys: Replying to a LR Interrogation [M5] [OK] [M7] [Reply] Sensor Settings The screen provides the means to switch the sensor speeds. It allows the user to change sensor interfaces from IEC61162-1 to IEC61162-2 settings. The data input fields are fitted with default values.
  • Page 56 Use this menu to set up the data speed 4800/9600/38400 baud. NOTE: This Configuration should be done from advanced user like installation technicians only. Therefore you will find more details in the installation manual. During the configuration process, the NAUTICAST is not operational. GPS Settings (Service Password protected) GPS Module: The screen provides means to switch the GPS Module between the „<µBlox>‟...

  • Page 57: Service Configuration (Service Password Protected)

    3.5.6 Service Configuration (Service Password Protected) The Service Configuration Menu allows initial configuration of the Service Password, Password Settings (on/off), MMSI/IMO Numbers and the option of resetting the NAUTICAST to Factory Settings. The Service Password is required in order to enter the Service Configuration Menu. This is a higher security level than can be reached with the User Password and therefore ensures that the Service Configuration is protected, and limited to authorized service personnel.
  • Page 58 a) Change Service Password This screen provides a means to individually configure the Service Password. This password differs from the User Password as it allows the user access to the Menu „Service Configuration“. A minimum of 6, a maximum of 8 characters are allowed. Should the new password include numbers, use the shift key to generate them.
  • Page 59 b) User Password Settings 24' E |---------------------------------- | 6-2. User Password Settings -----| | | +- 1. Change User Password View | +- 2. Change Password Protection -----| Msg. | -----| Displ| ---------------------------------------- NUM| Select->| Change User Password Protection: This function allows the user to enable or disable the User Password Query Function. For security reasons, it is highly recommended to enable User Password Protection in order to avoid unauthorized Transponder operation.
  • Page 60 c) Changing the MMSI / IMO Numbers This screen provides a means to change the MMSI and IMO Numbers; the input fields are limited to a maximum of 9 characters. 19' E ********** Change MMSI / IMO *********** MMSI :1193046 IMO No.:303174162 ---------------------------------------- NUM|...

  • Page 61: Display Settings

    After pressing [OK], the Data Saved Screen confirms the Restore Factory Settings command. 20' E ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- Note: The NAUTICAST has been restored to the Factory Settings! Now please configure your: Ship Settings Voyage Settings User Password Service Password 3.5.7 Display Settings It is possible to choose from Daylight and Nightlight Display Settings;...

  • Page 62: Graphical User Interface (Gui)

    Dynamic Keys: Display Settings [M5] [DayNight] [M8] [Back] NOTE: The Brightness and Contrast Setting can be directly changed from the keyboard by inputting the desired value. 3.6 Graphical User Interface (GUI) The advanced version of the NAUTICAST is fitted with the new Graphical User Interface. The intention of this interface is to enable the operator to visualize any AIS traffic, which is traveling around the own position.

  • Page 63: Switching Between The Views

    Dynamic Keys: graphical user interface [M1] filter option on AIS targets in graphical view [M2] Switch between the views from the Navigation Screen press the button the 1 press it the 2 press it the 3 [M3] Show alarm windows [M5] Acknowledge alarms or safety related messages (SRM) [M7]...
  • Page 64 pressing [M2] leads to Radar View pressing [M2] leads to Fairway View pressing [M2] leads you back to Navigation Screen User Manual Y1-03-0203 Rev.L...

  • Page 65: The Radar View

    3.6.2 The Radar View This screen provides the user with a commonly used way of representing ship objects on an electronic device. The Radar View is northern orientated, as indicated by the compass on the very right top of the screen. Other AIS targets Own ship position Distance rings around the own position...
  • Page 66 Dynamic Keys: Radar View [M1] Set filter option on AIS Targets [M2] Switch between the views [M3] Show alarm window [M5] Acknowledge alarms or safety related messages (SRM) [M7] Acknowledge SRM and reply [Menu] Selects the Main Menu [Up] / [Down] / Activate the minimized radar view [Left] / [Right] [FN] +...
  • Page 67 Scrolling Since the outer distance ring does not completely fit into the (rectangle) display, it is possible to scroll the view from North or South. The maximum scrolling distance is limited to the radius of the outer distance ring in the current zoom level. The view can be scrolled by 2 steps in each direction. The view can be scrolled by pressing [Shift] + [Up] to scroll towards North and [Shift] + [Down] to scroll towards South This screen shows a 1 step scrolling in a northern direction.
  • Page 68 The Minimized Radar View The minimized radar view shows a split screen. On the left hand side a Ship List is displayed, on the right hand side a minimized view of the Radar View is visible. This view will be displayed, if one of the cursor keys is pressed.

  • Page 69: The Fairway View

    Ship Details If a target is selected by pressing [Enter], whether in the Ship List or directly in the graphical view, the corresponding ship details are displayed instead of the minimized view. Pressing [Up] or [Down] scrolls the ship detail list by line, [Left] or [Right] by page. [M8] returns to the minimized view.
  • Page 70 The Elements in the Fairway View: Compass: Shows the current COG. Fairway Lines: The Fairway Lines are border lines of a virtual fairway oriented on the actual course over ground. AIS-Targets: Other AIS targets received via VHF are displayed, if their distance is within the range of the current zoom level.
  • Page 71 Zoom Level 2 would look like this: The Minimized Fairway View The minimized Fairway View shows a split screen. On the left hand side a Ship List is displayed and on the right hand side a minimized Fairway View is seen. This view is displayed, if one of the cursor keys is pressed.
  • Page 72 The Elements in the Minimized Fairway View: “Message Write” Button: By pressing the [M4] button, a message could be sent to that AIS-Target that is currently selected in the Ship List. Ship List: This list shows the same targets as shown in the Navigation Screen. Ship List / Minimized View Switch: This switch indicates whether targets can be selected from the Ship List or from the minimized view.

  • Page 73: Message And Alarm Handling

    3.6.4 Message and Alarm Handling Alarms If an alarm occurs, the symbol to the right of the [M3] button becomes visible. Alarm Icon Pressing the [M3] button shows the details of the selected alert. Pressing [M5] leads to alarm acknowledgement and the closure of the window as well as the alarm icon disappearing.

  • Page 74: Configuration Of The Graphical Display

    3.6.5 Configuration of the Graphical Display General The configuration of the Graphical Display could be accessed over the entry point 8 of the Main Menu. 46' E |---------------------------------- | Menu -----| | | +- 1. Messages View | +- 2. AIS Status | +- 3.
  • Page 75 Inside the Graphical Display Setting you can choose out of 4 different Sub-Menus. 46' E |---------------------------------- | 8 Graphical Display Settings -----| | | +- 1. Fairway View Scale View | +- 2. Fairway View Symbols | +- 3. Radar View Symbols -----| +- 4.
  • Page 76 Parameter description: Parameter Description The angle α defines the visible sector. Angle(A) Value range: 2° to 178° Dim(B) The parameter Dim(B) defines the width of the fairway in percent of the horizontal line. Please ensure that Dim(C) has to be greater or equal to Dim(B).
  • Page 77 The following drawing illustrates the parameters from the Fairway View Scale Menu and additionally presents the transformation process from the Radar View to the Fairway View. 260° 280° 260° 235° 180° User Manual 325.0° DIM(B) DIM(C) 325° 0° Angle(A) 145° 30°...
  • Page 78 Fairway View Symbols N53°31 *********** Fairwayview Symbols ******** Fairwayview Symbols Own Ship Other Targets: 3D Minimized Fairwayview Symbols Own Ship Other Targets: Reduced(3x3) ---------------------------------------- NUM| Save Dynamic Keys: Fairway View Symb ols [M5] [Save] The symbols for the own ship and for other targets could be selected individually. The following symbols are available: Parameter Standard...
  • Page 79 Radar View Symbols N53°31 *********** Radarview Symbols Own Ship Other Targets: Standard + Vectors Minimized Radarview Symbols Own Ship Other Targets: Reduced(3x3) ---------------------------------------- NUM| Save Dynamic Keys: Radar View Symbols [M5] [Save] Parameter Standard Standard + Vectors Standard Solid Standard Solid + Vectors Solid Reduced (3x3) Note: Other symbols (i.e.: for a Base Station) are fixed...
  • Page 80 Other Settings Inside this menu it is possible to adjust the graphical view to your demand. The available functions cover the topics: o AIS-target filter settings o Enabling / disabling the Auto Zoom feature with max. number of ships o Alarm appearance N53°31 ******* Other Graphical Settings ******** Targets...

  • Page 81: Safety Functions

    Save On all of the described options inside the Configuration of the Graphical User Interface you could save your settings by pressing the [M2] Button. 30' E ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- Dynamic Keys: Other Settings [M5] [Save] 4 Safety Functions The NAUTICAST is fitted with Safety Keys, which allow the user to automatically send urgent messages without the necessity of navigating the Menus.

  • Page 82: Mob Person Over Board

    4.1 MOB Person over Board By pressing the MOB button the current navigation position of own vessel and time of incident is automatically saved. The MOB message containing the distress information “Person Over Board” is automatically prepared for transmission as an Addressed or Broadcast Safety Related Message. By pressing the [Broadcast] button, the MOB Message is automatically sent to all vessels within receiving range.
  • Page 83 The desired Distress Message Text can be selected by pressing the appropriate number on the keyboard. By pressing the [Exit] button, it is possible to escape from this screen without sending the SRM Message. If no message subject is selected, the message is automatically sent as an NOTE: undesignated distress call.
  • Page 84 Dynamic Keys: Send SRM Message [M5] [Send] Confirmation of sent SRM: Upon sending the SRM to all vessels the Broadcast Transmission Status is shown. The Broadcast Transmission Status Screen shows confirmation of sent message and allows the user to return to the Vessel Listing for further messaging to individual vessels.
  • Page 85 NOTE: The SRM message transmission is automatically repeated every 180 seconds until the [Stop] button has been pressed. Each SRM Message that is sent out every 180 seconds contains updated navigation information of own vessel position and actual time. N 1°18' E -SRM----SRM----SRM----SRM----SRM----SRM- MAYDAY,DE,ANDREA DORIA,D11233,1193046,PO 19.006'_E...

  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Reading and understanding Alarms: The NAUTICAST differentiates between Alarm and TXT messages. An Alarm informs the user about major system malfunctions and failings in the connected sensors. The Alarm Status informs the user about all active Alarms. The Alarm will be disabled and deleted from the Alarm Status, as soon as the displayed problem has been rectified.

  • Page 87: Alarm Codes

    5.2 Alarm Codes Description Text AIS: Tx malfunction AIS: Antenna VSWR exceeds limit (VSWR - Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) AIS: Rx channel 1 malfunction AIS; Rx channel 2 malfunction AIS: Rx channel 70 malfunction AIS: General failure AIS; External EPFS lost (EPFS = electronic Position Fixing System such as GPS)

  • Page 88: Text Messages

    AIS: BATTERY SOON AIS: PRESS ENTER TO EXIT 1W/AUTO TX MODE AIS: ENTER MMSI NUMBER 5.3 Text Messages Description Text AIS: UTC clock lost AIS: external DGNSS in AIS: external GNSS in AIS: internal DGNSS in use (beacon) 023 AIS: internal DGNSS in use (message 17) AIS: internal GNSS in AIS: external SOG/COG...

  • Page 89: Contact And Support Information

    6 Contact and Support Information Contact your local dealer for NAUTICAST support. Please see our ACR Website for Service Listing. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH Mariahilfer Straße 50/2/11 A-1070 Vienna, Austria Tel: +43 (1) 5 237 237 - 0 Fax: +43 (1) 5 237 237 - 150 Email: Technical.Support@acr-europe.com...

  • Page 90: Appendix

    7 Appendix 7.1 Explanation of commonly used Abbreviations Abbreviation Full Text A/B (A+B) AIS Channel 1 / AIS Channel 2 Acknowledgement AddrChM Addressed Channel Management Automatic Identification System AIS_ChAs AIS Channel Assignment Sentence Alarm Assigned Autonomous BcastChM Broadcast Channel Management Vessel True Bearing Course Over Ground Dest...

  • Page 91: Approvals

    I, p. 706), did undertake the relevant type approval procedures for the equipment identified below which was found to be in compliance with the Navigation requirements of Marine Equipment Directive (MED) 96/98/EC and the last modification by Directive 20091261EC. Manufacturer ACR Electronics Inc. \, Aciciress 5757 Ravenswood Road. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 3331?6645, USA "/...
  • Page 92 EC TYPE EXAMINATION CERTIFICATE No. BSH/461214321220109 Gomponents necessary for operation: Components necessary fof operation NAUTICASTTM AIS Connection Box GPS Antenna AIS-A W/SM Coax VH-3200 VHF Stainless Steel Whip Antenna 91.4cm (36in) The intemal GPS sensor of the NAUTICASTTM AIS is used as backup sensor for position reporting Documentation: User Manual NAUTICAST Automatic ldentification System:...
  • Page 95 EC QUALTTY SYSTEM (MODULE D) CERTTFTCATE No. BSH I 46131051021 Item 4 . 1 1 1 . 2 cPosition-indicating lights for life-saving appliances: - for lifejackets H L 8 - 1 0 4 . 1 t 4 . 1 8 9 GHz SAR transponder (SART) ACR Pathfinder 3 SART 4.1t4.32 Universal automatic identification system equipment (AlS)
  • Page 96 ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. NAUTICAST™ AIS NAUTICAST™...
  • Page 97 ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. NAUTICAST™ AIS NAUTICAST™...
  • Page 98 ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. NAUTICAST™ AIS NAUTICAST™...
  • Page 99 ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. NAUTICAST™ AIS NAUTICAST™...
  • Page 100 ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. NAUTICAST™ Inland AIS NAUTICAST™...

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