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Page 1: Installation Manual
AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM - WORKBOAT Installation Manual P/N 2609 ACR Electronics, Inc. 5757 Ravenswood Road Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312 +1(954) 981-3333 Fax +1 (954) 983-5087 www.acrelectronics.com Email: Info@acrelectronics.com Y1-03-0219... - Page 2 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. If these fail, it is reasonable to assume that the safety of the user or other persons may be endangered.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
NAUTICAST2 Workboat AIS Installation Manual Index Page Number GENERAL INTRODUCTION ................................1 Description of AIS ................................. 1 NAUTICAST2 ....................................2 System Overview .................................. 2 INSTALLATION ....................................3 Installation Requirements ..............................3 Installation Overview................................3 Installation of VHF / GPS Antennas............................6 STARTING THE NAUTICAST2 .............................. - Page 4 History of Changes Date Version Rev. Status Comments Responsible 2006-10-19 1.0.0 Released Initial Release Team Installation Manual Y1-03-0219 Rev. A...
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Page 5: General Introduction
1 General Introduction 1.1 Description of AIS What does the abbreviation AIS stand for? AIS stand for: “Automatic Identification System” What is AIS? According to IALA regulations, AIS is defined as follows: Very simply, the AIS is a broadcast Transponder system, operating in the VHF maritime mobile Band. -
Page 6: Nauticast2
2 NAUTICAST2 2.1 System Overview Unlike other AIS devices, the NAUTICAST2 combines all required functions into one cabinet. Additionally, the NAUTICAST2 gives the operator a number of additional features (easy mounting & installation, environmental protection, smallest dimensions). Installation Manual Y1-03-0219 Rev. A... -
Page 7: Installation
3 Installation 3.1 Installation Requirements General Requirements Please note that international conventions, regulations, instructions and guidelines have to be adhered to when installing the NAUTICAST2. The following points must be observed before installation can commence: Permission by the local authority to install such a device must be granted. Trained service personnel must undertake the installation. - Page 8 NAUTICAST2 Connection Diagram Note: The ACR connection box includes a fuse of 6,3A. If it is not used, then the unit has to be protected against high current by an external slow blow fuse of 6,3A. Installation Manual Y1-03-0219 Rev. A...
- Page 9 Components and Interfaces The diagram below illustrates which devices can be connected to the NAUTICAST2. Interface Designation Speed Direction ECDIS CH 4 38400bps Input/Output Installation Manual Y1-03-0219 Rev. A...
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Page 10: Installation Of Vhf / Gps Antennas
3.3 Installation of VHF / GPS Antennas Interference to the Ship’s VHF Radiotelephone The AIS ship borne equipment, like any other ship borne transceiver operating in the VHF maritime band, may cause interference to a ship’s VHF radiotelephone. Because AIS is a digital system, this interference may occur as a periodic (e.g. - Page 11 All outdoor connectors on the coaxial cables should be fitted with preventive isolation, such as shrink-stocking with silicone to protect the antenna cable against water penetration. Coaxial cables should be installed in separate signal cable channels/tubes, and at least 10 cm away from any power supply cables.
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Page 12: Starting The Nauticast2
4 Starting the NAUTICAST2 After completing the hardware, antennas and external equipment installation, the initial system start-up can commence. To start the system, connect the NAUTICAST2 with the power supply. The next step is to enter the configuration like password and the MMSI number. 4.1 MMSI Number: If you are not in possession of an MMSI-number yet, pls. -
Page 13: Service And User Passwords
4.2 Service and User Passwords: The Transponder system is equipped with two separate Passwords. 1) The User Password, which is the lower security level allows access to all menus except Menu 6: Service Configuration - please refer to the User Manual for further details on password protection. - Page 14 N 1^24' E 0^17' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Service password protected! Please enter service password: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Enter | Exit Select Submenu 1 “Change Service Password” with cursor button [Up] & [Down] by pressing Nr. 1 on the keyboard. N 1^21' E 0^14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm |---------------------------------- | 6.
- Page 15 Enter the new Password: Repeat the new Password: A minimum of 4, a maximum of 8 characters are allowed. Should the new password include numbers, use the shift key to generate them. N 1^25' E 0^18' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ******* Change Service Password ******** Enter new password : Repeat new password: {Length: 4..8 characters}...
- Page 16 Select Submenu 1 “Change User Password” with cursor button [Up] & [Down] by pressing Nr. 1 on the keyboard. N 1^21' E 0^14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm |---------------------------------- | 6-2. User Password Settings -----| | | +- 1. Change User Password View | +- 2. Change Password Protection -----| Msg.
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Page 17: Changing The Mmsi / Imo Numbers
4.3 Changing the MMSI / IMO Numbers Select “Service Configuration” from the Main Menu with the cursor button [Up] & [Down] or press Nr. 6 on the keyboard. N 1^19' E 0^13' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm |---------------------------------- | Menu -----| | | +- 1. Messages View | +- 2. - Page 18 Select Submenu 3 “Change MMSI/IMO” with cursor button [Up] & [Down] by pressing Nr. 3 on the keyboard. N 1^21' E 0^14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm |---------------------------------- | 6. Service Configuration -----| | | +- 1. Change Service Password View | +- 2. User Password Settings | +- 3.
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Page 19: Inputting Voyage Related Data - (User Password Protected)
4.4 Inputting Voyage Related Data – (User Password Protected) Select “Voyage Settings” from the Main Menu with the cursor button [Up] & [Down] or press Nr. 3 on the keyboard Note: The default User Password is set to “NAUT” – please reconfigure it immediately after Transponder initial operation N 1^20' E 0^13' |1>... -
Page 20: Setting Ship Related Data - (User Password Protected)
Scroll the Voyage Data Fields with [Enter] and input own vessel data. Select a default Cargo Type and NavStat Setting with the cursor buttons [Left] & [Right]. Save the new settings by pressing [Save], and return to the Main Menu Screen by pressing [Exit]. - Page 21 N 1^23' E 0^16' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ User password protected! Please enter user password: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Enter | Exit Scroll the Ship Settings Fields with [Enter] and input own vessel data. Example: Length = 220m, A = 200m, Beam = 43m, D = 33m RefPointExt = A200 B20 C10 D33m (location of the external GPS antenna) A = the distance from bow to the antenna B= the distance from the antenna to the stern...
- Page 22 N 1^19' E 0^12' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ************ Ship Settings ************* CallSign:D11233 ShipName:ANDREA DORIA Length :220m Beam :43m x--+ RefPtExt:A200 B20 C10 D33m RefPtInt:A190 B30 C20 D23m +-C-+D-+ ShipType: Pilot vessel ---------------------------------------- Save | Back Installation Manual Y1-03-0219 Rev. A...
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Page 23: Troubleshooting
5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Reading and understanding Alarms: The NAUTICAST2 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 24 N 1^21' E 0^14' |1> N/A|2>0.00|3>0.10nm |---------------------------------- | 2. AIS Status -----| | | +- 1. State / Conditions View | +- 2. Own Ship Data | +- 3. Own VHF Status -----| +- 4. Alarm Status | +- 5. TXT Status Msg.
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Page 25: Alarm Codes
5.2 Alarm Codes System Reaction / Remedy Description Text Cause/Source Reaction: The transponder unit stops transmission. If Alarm ID 01 VHF Antenna, AIS: Tx malfunction and ID 02 are simultaneously displayed, then a major antenna cabling problem has arisen. Remedy: Check if the antenna is AIS compatible (156-162 MHz) and if the antenna cabling has a short circuit or is missing any contacts at the connectors. - Page 26 No ROT indicator is AIS: No valid ROT Reaction: The transponder unit continues operation 35 (*) used. Information Remedy: No valid data from The sentence for ROT cannot be received. If a Rate Of Turn external sensor indicator is not in use, then it suffices to just acknowledge the alarm.
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Page 27: Text Messages
5.3 Text Messages Reaction of the System / Remedy Cause/Source Description Text Reaction: the transponder unit continues operation using indirect or Internal GPS AIS: UTC clock lost semaphore synchronization Remedy: Check GPS Antenna for AIS. Reaction: Positioning is fully operational AIS: external DGNSS in Information Remedy: no action required... -
Page 28: Accessories
AIS cable with all interface to ECDIS NAU-B508 7 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 29: Technical Information
8 Technical Information PHYSICAL SPECIFIED STANDARDS Size in mm / inch (w) 201,26mm / 7,92inch IMO MSC.74(69) Annex 3 Size in mm / inch (h) 60mm / 2,36inch ITU-R M.1371 (Class A) Size in mm / inch (d) 281,26mm / 11,07inch IALA Techn.Clar. -
Page 30: Annex
8.1 ANNEX These documents are included on the following pages: (1) MMSI Form (2) Dimensional Drawings (3) Connection Drawings (4) Quick Replacement Guide (5) Transponder Installation Checklist Installation Manual Y1-03-0219 Rev. A... - Page 37 1,5m ± 10mm 50±5 16,17,33 3) 4) 48,49,32 in + CH 4 in - in gnd ext. Display out + out - 3) 5) Paar verdrillt 1) aufgeqetscht 2) Schirm auf Schale Pos 1 gelötet 3) Beschriftung unverwischbar aufgebracht (Siebdruck oder Klebeschild) 4) Beschriftung: "NAU-B508"...
- Page 38 10m ±10mm 2) 3) VHF-Stecker 1) Pos 4 auf Stecker 1, 6, 7 anschlagen (gecrimpt bzw. gelötet) 2) Beschriftung unverwischbar aufgebracht (Siebdruck oder Klebeschild) 3) Beschriftung "NAU-B555" ANLIEFERFORM: Zu Ring gebunden, verpackt in PE-Beutel, beschriftet Schriftgröße min. 2mm Hinweis: Toleranz Maßstab: Masse: Pos 1 bis 3 und 5 bis 7 erfüllen nicht die nach EN60945 definierten...
- Page 40 Quick Replacement Guide X-Pack DS 1. Prepare the following tools: Screwdrivers, spanners User Password: your personal password (factory default setting is ‘NAUT’) 2. Read out your Transponder configuration Steps to do this: Press Menu Press 2.AIS Status Press 2.Own Ship Data Write down the current configuration settings here: IMO No.
- Page 41 6. Connect cables 6.1. AIS-Cable to screw on 6.2. VHF/GPS Cable to screw on 7. Mount the replacement unit 7.1. Bracket Mounting 7.2. Frame Mounting 8. Key in the configuration settings from above: Following steps to key in the Configuration Menu Press Press...
- Page 42 Page 1 of 2 Transponder Installation Checklist Please fill out your contact and vessel details below: Vessel Location (Port and country) Ship Name Company Name Installer Company Name Reseller Contact Name Contact Telephone number Contact Email Please fill out the Transponder details below: You will find the serial Number on the back side under the barcode.
- Page 43 Page 2 of 2 Sensor CH1 (optional) Sensor CH2 (optional) Sensor CH3 (optional) Channel 4 Channel 5 (optional) Channel 8 (optional) Channel 9 (optional) Converter Type Transponder Configuration: IMO No (if available) MMSI ShipName ShipType Length Beam Draught Cargo Destination RefPtExt: A B C D RefPtInt: A B C D BaudRate Sensor1:...