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- Page 1 OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Version 1.4E © True Heading 2013 The manual may not in any aspect be copied without the prior authorization from True Heading AB.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ................... 16 Declaration of Conformity ..................17 Getting started....................... 18 INSTALLATION ......................20 HOW TO PROGRAM THE AIS CTRX GRAPHENE ..........28 SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ............36 NOTES ........................38 Fixing Template ..................... 39 APPENDIX A ANTENNAS AND ANTENNA MOUNTING ........40 GPS Antenna ...................... - Page 3 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual APPENDIX B CTRX GRAPHENE NMEA 2000 PGN LIST ........42 1.4E CTRX GRAPHENE Manual...
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Page 4: Revision
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual REVISION Version Date Responsible Approved Changes 1.0PE 2012-12-14 Anders Bergström Nils Willart Preliminary release 1.1PE 2013-03-08 Nils Willart Update 1.2PE 2013-04-09 Nils Willart Editorial 1.3PE Intermediate, not used 1.4E 2013-05-21 Nils Willart PGN list added 1.4E... -
Page 5: Introduction
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual INTRODUCTION We would like to thank you for choosing True Heading AB as supplier of your AIS Class B Transponder. The AIS CTRX GRAPHENE is a high quality AIS Class B Transponder using the latest technology. -
Page 6: Glossary
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual GLOSSARY (AIS) Regional Assignment Channel Assignment Message Acknowledgement (AIS) Channel management information source messages AFSK Audio frequency-shift keying (AIS) Alarm Message A to N Aid to Navigation Automatic Identification System Air Traffic Control... - Page 7 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual Presentation Interface Radio Frequency RTCM Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services Commission Receive or Receiver Radio frequency interference Specific Absorption Rate SELV Separated Extra Low Voltage Swedish Maritime Administration Short Message System...
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Page 8: Conditions
True Heading AB cannot be held liable for any injury or damage caused by, during or because of the installation of AIS CTRX GRAPHENE. The AIS CTRX GRAPHENE is used at your own risk and it shall be remembered that AIS and GPS data depends on the full co-operation of other users and systems. -
Page 9: Warranty
- The warranty belongs to the person that purchased the product and cannot be handed over to a third party or person. - The warranty is not valid if serial number is missing, seals broken or if the AIS CTRX GRAPHENE has been incorrect installed. Neither is the warranty valid if instructions for connection have not been followed, faults caused by wrong usage, own made modifications or service made from none authorized service stations. -
Page 10: Support
In accordance with our policy to always offer development and enhancements of our products, and future versions of AIS CTRX GRAPHENE may differ somewhat from this manual. Updated versions of the manual are always available for download at our homepage www.trueheading.se... -
Page 11: General Notice
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual GENERAL NOTICE The Automatic Identification System (AIS) unit mostly utilise a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) system such as e.g. GPS or GLONASS to determine position. The accuracy of these systems is variable and can be affected by factors such as the positioning of the antenna, the number of satellites available to determine a position and for how long satellite information has been received. -
Page 12: Licensing
AIS system correctly. Information contained in this manual is liable to change without notice. True Heading AB disclaims any liability for consequences arising from omissions or inaccuracies in this manual and any other documentation provided with this product. -
Page 13: Information About Ais
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual INFORMATION ABOUT AIS General AIS (Automatic Identification System) is the name of a system that makes it possible for ships to identify other ships and to monitor ship movements. The reason for implementing the AIS system is for the mariner to obtain more information about ships in the vicinity than what radar is able to provide. -
Page 14: Short Technical Description Of Ais
Class B units are designed for fitting in vessels which do not fall into the mandatory Class A fit category. The AIS CTRX GRAPHENE is a Class B unit Position Information Source As noted above the marine AIS system uses position information derived from networks such as the Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) or the Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) in order to determine the location of the AIS unit and thus the vessel to which it is fitted. -
Page 15: Limitations With Ais
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual normally are collected from the same sensor systems that provides the same information used in the navigation e.g. in radars or ECDIS and this is normally based on GPS or DGPS. All ships within VHF coverage will be able to receive AIS data and competent authorities that have installed networks with coastal AIS coverage can receive the information. -
Page 16: Product Specification
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Dimensions: 210 x 144 x 50 mm (L x W x H) Weight: 0,45 kg GRAPHENE, 0,5 kg GRAPHENE+ Power: DC 12-24V (min. 10V, max. 32V) Average power consumption 4W (GRAPHENE) Average power consumption 4.5 W (GRAPHENE+) -
Page 17: Declaration Of Conformity
NMEA2000 Edition 2.20 Declaration of Conformity True Heading AB declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other provisions of the R&TTE directive 1995/5/EC. The product carries the CE mark, notified body number and alert symbol as required by the R&TTE... -
Page 18: Getting Started
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual Getting started. Before AIS CTRX GRAPHENE is installed, you should check that you have all the equipment you need for the installation and that nothing is missing from your delivery. The AIS CTRX GRAPHENE comes in two versions the GRAPHENE and the GRAPHENE+ version. - Page 19 AIS to is conveniently available. AIS CTRX GRAPHENE has 3 data ports. 2 of them are preferably used for the connection to a plotter (the NMEA0183/RS422 or the NMEA 2000 port). A USB port (mini type) is available for connection to a PC.
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Page 20: Installation
Once you have unpacked the box and checked that your delivery is complete, proceed with the installation as follows: Figure 5 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE + with its antennas and data/DC connectors The 12 pole multi-pin connector mounted on the transponder has the following configuration of the pins:... - Page 21 The transponder should be installed so that the six LEDs on the front panel are readily visible for monitoring of the AIS CTRX GRAPHENE functionality. Furthermore, the transponder may also be placed for easy access of the "S"...
- Page 22 CTRX Graphene: From L to R: NMEA2000 connector, USB-mini connector, Data/DC circular connector, GPS antenna (TNC), VHF antenna (BNC). After installation of the antennas the AIS CTRX GRAPHENE should be connected to the application where the AIS data from the transponder will be used. AIS CTRX GRAPHENE has three data ports, 1 NMEA2000, 1 USB and 1 NMEA 0183 to choose from.
- Page 23 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual CONNECTION, GENERAL OVERVIEW To VHF radio (Graphene+ only) NMEA2000* VHF antenna (BNC) USB to computer GPS antenna (TNC) GREY (NMEA OUT Tx-A) DC/Data cable To NMEA0183 nav display, e.g. plotter YELLOW (NMEA OUT Tx-B)
- Page 24 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual ANTENNA CONNECTIONS VHF-antenna E.g. AC Marine CX4 GPS-antenna (RV76) CTRX Graphene Existing VHF radio 2m RG-58 cable w/connectors FME & UHF. Existing VHF antenna cable in your boat Cable, 5m, RG-58, attached to the GPS antenna CTRX Graphene+ 1.4E...
- Page 25 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual CONNECTION TO AN NMEA2000 NETWORK The picture shows the CTRX Graphene+ NMEA2000* Connection 9-32 VDC (+) ORANGE BLACK 0 VDC (-) BLUE NMEA2000 Drop cable Must not be longer than 6m NMEA2000...
- Page 26 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual CONNECTION TO THE DC POWER SUPPLY Now, the connection to the DC power supply is all that's left. The AIS CTRX GRAPHENE can be connected to any DC power supply providing between 12V to 24V DC.
- Page 27 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual Connection of an external Silent switch with LED indicator DC/DATA Cable PURPLE Single pole, pushbutton switch GREEN WHITE LED (blue color recommended) ORANGE 9-32 VDC BLUE 0 VDC BLACK 1.4E CTRX GRAPHENE Manual...
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Page 28: How To Program The Ais Ctrx Graphene
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual HOW TO PROGRAM THE AIS CTRX GRAPHENE AIS CTRX GRAPHENE can be programmed with the software proAIS2. The data needed in order to program AIS CTRX GRAPHENE are: MMSI number: Call sign:... - Page 29 Programs” feature in the Control Panel (may differ depending on OS) Connect to your AIS CTRX GRAPHENE with proAIS When using the proAIS2 program with the transponder, the AIS CTRX GRAPHENE should be connected using the supplied USB cable. It will be powered from the USB cable during programming but cannot operate normally unless connected to a 12V or 24V DC power supply.
- Page 30 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual Figure 15 Connection of PC to AIS CTRX GRAPHENE takes place via choice of the correct port. Normally the correct port will occur as the first choice stating AIS Class B AIS.
- Page 31 30 dBHz. Figure 16 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE GNSS Status field showing satellites being used as well as not being used plus DGNSS satellites using SBAS. Selecting the tab Other Vessels” provide you with an easy way to check that your AIS CTRX GRAPHENE receives data from other AIS transponders.
- Page 32 CTRX GRAPHENE transponder. The next menu is Diagnostics. Here you will find several functions and tools to check that the AIS CTRX GRAPHENE transponder works properly and facilities to monitor functionality and performance during and after installation. In the window Checklist, you can check the main functions of the transponder.
- Page 33 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual Figure 18 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Diagnostics field provides good information about the transponder's status and the software version. Before the AIS CTRX GRAPHENE has been programmed, both the yellow and red LED’s will light, indicating that the unit is not programmed (no valid MMSI number).
- Page 34 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual The blue SILENT LED will light when AIS CTRX GRAPHENE is set in silent mode, which turns off the transmitter. This puts the transponder in receive-only mode. This is referred to as ”SILENT MODE”.
- Page 35 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual The last page in proAIS is Serial data. This window offers the more experienced installer a valuable tool to monitor the data output from the transponder. Data is output in NMEA0183 format. Received data will appear as !AIVDM strings, transmitted data as !AIVDO and GPS data as $GPRMC.
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Page 36: Some Frequently Asked Questions
3 m above the water to be able to cover a range of 10 nm. Q: Can an existing GPS antenna be used for my AIS CTRX GRAPHENE, i.e. the one which I already have to my plotter? - Page 37 A: All networks that can handle NMEA VDM data at 38400 b/s should be able to manage AIS data. Furuno says their Navnet can do this, while Raymarine’s Seatalk and Silva’s Nexus does not. AIS CTRX GRAPHENE is NMEA 2000 approved and should connect with most systems compatible with AIS functionality. Ask your supplier for additional information about your system.
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Page 38: Notes
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual NOTES 1.4E CTRX GRAPHENE Manual... -
Page 39: Fixing Template
AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual Fixing Template NOTE: NOT drawn to scale ! 1.4E CTRX GRAPHENE Manual... -
Page 40: Appendix Aantennas And Antenna Mounting
An antenna should be selected with a gain (in dB) depending on the length of cable between the antenna and the AIS unit; after subtraction of cable and connector losses a minimum total gain of 25 dB should be available at the AIS CTRX GRAPHENE unit GPS antenna connector. - Page 41 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual Radio Frequency Exposure To meet the requirements for Radio Frequency Exposure it is necessary to install the VHF antenna correctly and operate the AIS equipment according to the instructions. The table below shows suitable safety distances to other equipment that could cause interference with the AIS Class B Transponder.
- Page 42 AIS CTRX GRAPHENE Class B AIS Transponder Manual APPENDIX B CTRX GRAPHENE NMEA 2000 PGN LIST PGN number Comments description Class Position PGN129038 Report Class Position PGN129039 Report AIS UTC and From AIS message #4 base PGN129793 output Date report...
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