How to discard a used battery Some FURUNO products have a battery(ies). To see if your product has a battery, see the chap- ter on Maintenance. Follow the instructions below if a battery is used. Tape the + and - terminals of battery before disposal to prevent fire, heat generation caused by short circuit.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these safety instructions before you operate or install the equipment. Indicates a condition that can cause death or serious injury if WARNING not avoided. Indicates a condition that can cause minor or moderate injury if CAUTION not avoided. Warning, Caution Prohibitive Action Mandatory Action...
Page 5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION WARNING Do not open the equipment unless Securely ground (protection earth) authorized. the equipment. This equipment uses high voltage which Ineffective ground can cause electrical can cause electrical shock if mishandled. shock. Turn off power at switchboard before Follow the compass safe distances starting the installation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ........................vi SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ..................viii MAIN ALARM PANEL ...................1-1 1.1 Controls........................1-1 1.2 How to Turn the System On/Off ................. 1-1 1.3 BNWAS Display ......................1-2 1.4 How to Adjust the LCD/LED Brilliance, Key Backlighting1-3 1.5 How to Assign Backup Officers.................. 1-4 1.6 Mode ..........................
Page 7
TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.7.2 Wiring information ..................4-13 4.7.3 Main Alarm Panel ..................4-14 4.7.4 Timer Reset Panel, Cabin Panel, Motion Detector, Flash Beacon....4-15 4.7.5 Flash Beacon ....................4-15 4.7.6 How to fabricate cables for the Cabin Panel, Timer Reset Panel, Flash Beacon and Motion Detector4-16 4.8 DIP Switch, Rotary Switch Settings................4-16 4.9 How to Adjust LED Brilliance..................4-17...
Features The BR-500 monitors the Officer of the Watch’s (OOW) presence on the bridge to prevent mari- time casualties. The system sends an alarm to the quarters of the backup officer if the OOW fails to respond to the active alarm or emergency call.
Page 9
The Motion Detector can be affected by sunlight. Install it in a place well away from sunlight. Note: The surrounding environment can prevent detection of movement, thus the motion detector can only act as an aid to the timer reset panel. FURUNO will accept no responsibility for any accidents resulting from sensor misdetection.
MAIN ALARM PANEL The Main Alarm Panel is the heart of the BNWAS. All settings are done from the Main Alarm Panel. Controls How to detach the hard cover from the unit Put your thumbs on the front and forefingers on the catches at the sides of the cover.
The system status indicator rotates when the system is normal, and appears on all dis- plays. If the indicator is not rotating, there can be a problem with the system. Contact a FURUNO agent or dealer for information. Backup officer indication/selection Up to six backup officers can be assigned using the SEL key.
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL Dormant Period Prewarning 1st stage Watch time Watch time Watch time setting (min) setting (min) setting (min) Time remaining Time remaining Time remaining in in dormant period in prewarning + 1st stage (bar is light-blue) 1st stage (bar is red) (bar is yellow) 2nd stage...
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL How to Assign Backup Officers You can assign up to six backup officers and select the backup officer on duty from the BNWAS display. How to assign one officer as backup Press the SEL key to move the underline cursor and assign a backup officer. The un- derline cursor moves with each press of the SEL key.
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL Mode The BR-500 has three main modes of operation: Manual OFF: The BNWAS is inactive. Use this mode when entering or just leaving harbor. No reset is necessary. Default setting. Manual ON: The BNWAS is active. Use this mode when the vessel is traveling on the open sea.
Page 16
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL 2. If the equipment connected to the system is not operated within the watch time interval, the PREWARNING phase begins: • Main Alarm Panel shows a 15-second visual alarm (in yellow) • Timer Reset Panel flashes its ALARM LED for 15 seconds •...
Page 17
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL • Main Alarm Panel shows a 90-180-second visual alarm (in red) and sounds its buzzer for 90-180 seconds • Timer Reset Panel flashes its ALARM LED for 90-180 seconds and sounds its buzzer for 90-180 seconds •...
Page 18
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL Dorman Pre- Equipment State color t Period warning stage stage* stage Cabin Panel DUTY LED Green BR-540: Back- ALARM LED up officer* Buzzer None None None Cabin Panel DUTY LED Green BR-540: other ALARM LED officers Buzzer None None...
Alarm Mode chosen at installation. To change the Alarm Mode settings, consult a FURUNO technician. Only the alert with the highest priority is displayed in the help area. All other alerts are listed on the [Active Alert] list and [Alert Log] screens.
220950 Communication Er- Communication failure between Check connection with BAM Processor Unit and Bridge Alert system. Contact FURUNO if ror with BAM * Management (BAM) system the problem is not resolved. : AlertI/F2 mode is displayed in six figures, with the prefix 220. AlertI/F1 Mode is dis- played in three figures.
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL 4. To close the [Active Alert] list and [Alert Log], press the MENU/ESC key. Note 1: The [Alert Log] and [Active Alert] list are not available when there is a BNWAS alert active. If a BNWAS alert is activated while the [Alert Log] or [Active Alert] list are open, the menu is closed and the BNWAS display is restored.
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL 1.10 How to Make an Emergency Call The purpose of an emergency call is to immediately start the watch timer from the 2nd stage. (This feature is disabled if the watch alarm is already in the 2nd or 3rd stage.) Press the EMG key to start the emergency call.
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL 1.11 How to Call a Navigation Officer The OOW can call the Cabin Panel of the back-up officer. Use the call feature when it is necessary to call a navigation officer to the bridge. This feature is available in all modes.
Page 24
1. MAIN ALARM PANEL This page is intentionally left blank. 1-14...
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Timer Reset Panel BR-530, BR-550 The Timer Reset Panel BR-530 is installed on the bridge, and the Watertight Timer Reset Panel BR-550 is installed on the wing when it is necessary to have a unit there. A total of six Timer Reset Panels can be installed. RESET ALARM (green)
2. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Cabin Panel BR-540 The Cabin Panel is installed in all navigation officers’ quarters and in public areas. The Cabin Panel releases audible and visual alarms if the OOW did not confirm presence on the bridge within the selected watch time interval. A total of 12 Cabin Panels can be installed.
2. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Motion Detector BR-560 The Motion Detector BR-560 detects motion on the bridge. The maximum motion de- tection range is 5 m. The “motion” signal is output via the Processor Unit to tell the Main Alarm Panel to re- set the watch alarm.
2. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Flash Beacon BR-570 The Flash Beacon BR-570 flashes at the Prewarning phase and the 1st stage. It either flashes or is OFF at the 2nd and 3rd stages depending on the setting of segment #4 of DIP SW S1. (See section 4.8.) The brilliance of LED is adjusted from the CursorPad of Main Alarm Panel (linked by key backlight).
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for the user and serviceman. NOTICE WARNING o not apply paint, anti-corrosive ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not open the equipment. sealant or contact spray to plastic parts or equipment coating. This equipment uses high voltage that can cause Those items contain products that can...
3. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Fuse Replacement The fuses on the PWR Board (24P0105) inside the Processor Unit protect the system from overvoltage and overcurrent. If the power is not on, have a technician check for blown fuse(s). If a fuse(s) has blown, replace the fuse(s) with one of the same rating. If the fuse(s) blows again, contact your dealer.
3. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING How to Check Connection Between Processor Unit/Cabin Panel/ Timer Reset Panel You can check the connection between the Processor Unit/Cabin Panel/Timer Reset Panel. The tested panel sends a test signal to the Processor Unit. The Processor Unit receives the test signal then commands that panel to light or flash its LEDs and sound its buzzer.
3. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Note 2: A Cabin Panel that is currently forwarding an alarm cannot be tested. Howev- er, you can test the Cabin Panels that are not forwarding an alarm. (For example, in the 2nd stage, a Cabin Panel other than the one in the back-up officer’s quarters can be tested.) Life Expectancy of Major Parts The life of the fan depends on the operating environment.
INSTALLATION Equipment Lists Standard supply Name Type Code No. Remarks Main Alarm Panel BR-510 Processor Unit BR-520 Installation Materials CP24-01701 001-117-860 For BR-510 CP24-01800 000-018-042 For BR-520, w/10 m cable CP24-01801 001-117-970 For BR-520, no cable Spare Parts SP24-00501 001-117-990 For BR-520, for V spec.* * Merchant vessel Optional supply...
MOTION DETECTOR Receiving beam FURUNO BNWAS MOTION DETECTOR BR-500 40° 1.6m • For the Flash Beacon, the flashing indication shall be visible from all operational positions on the bridge where the OOW may reasonably be expected to be sta- tioned.
4. INSTALLATION Main Alarm Panel BR-510 The Main Alarm Panel can be mounted on a desktop or flush mounted in a console, on the bridge. Follow the mounting considerations in section 4.2 to select a location. Additionally, the unit must be located on the bridge where a proper look out is provid- 4.3.1 Desktop mount This mounting method requires the optional hanger.
4. INSTALLATION 4.3.3 Shield film (option) If the screen is too bright with minimum bril- liance at nighttime, install the shield film to re- duce the brilliance. 1. Clean the LCD with an LCD cleaning cloth. 2. Peel off the protective backing from the shield film.
4. INSTALLATION 4.5.2 Bulkhead mount (option) This mounting method requires the optional bulkhead mount kit (Type: OP24-20, Code No. 001-118-740-00), the contents of which are shown in the table below. The cable can be led into the unit from the bottom or rear of the unit. Name Type Code No.
Page 38
4. INSTALLATION 4. Fasten the cable to the Clamp with a cable tie (local supply). As shown in the fig- ure below, make the distance between the terminal and the cable tie 100 mm. 5. Fasten the Mount Base to the mounting location with four self-tapping screws (supplied).
Page 39
4. INSTALLATION Lead in the cable from the bottom of the unit 1. Fasten Cable Clamp 2 to the Mount Base. Mount Base Clamp 2. Fasten the Mount Base/Clamp to the mounting location with four self-tapping screws (supplied). 3. Pass the signal cable through the Mount Case. 4.
Page 40
4. INSTALLATION 5. Set the Chassis to the Mount Base. Set the signal cable in the notch in the Clamp. 6. Fasten the Chassis to the Mount Case with binding screws (supplied) 7. Fasten the signal cable to the Clamp with a cable tie. Cable Tie...
4. INSTALLATION Watertight Timer Reset Panel BR-550 (option) Follow the mounting considerations in section 4.2 when selecting a location. Refer to the outline drawing at the back of this manual for dimensions. 1. Pass the signal cable through the gland and then the Nut of the Waterproof Case. Pass the cable into the unit.
Page 42
4. INSTALLATION 5. Tighten the nut. 6. Fasten the unit to the mounting location with the supplied self-tapping screws (6×30, Code No. 000-162-614-10). 4-10...
4. INSTALLATION Wiring 4.7.1 Processor Unit There are two power terminals: AC and DC. Connect each power cable to its power terminal. Connect the signal cables to their appropriate WAGO terminal blocks on the MAIN Board. Use the terminal opener (attached inside the Processor Unit) to open the WAGO terminal blocks.
Page 44
4. INSTALLATION How to fabricate and fix cables to the Processor Unit Power cables for Processsor Unit (DPYC-1.5 (AC power), DPYC-2.5 (DC power)) L=Distance from cable clamp to terminal connection DPYC-1.5: ø = 11.7 mm Sheath Armor DPYC-2.5: ø = 12.8 mm Armor Sheath Cut the sheath.
4. INSTALLATION SIgnal cable FRU12-05AFFM (Main Alarm Panel) Connect cores Set this part to WAGO terminal block. Vinyl tape in cable clamp. 80 mm 80 mm Fix cables to post with cable tie Wrap wires with Wrap armor with vinyl tape. vinyl tape.
4. INSTALLATION Item Description System failure (TB18) The behavior changes according to the alarm mode. Mode Status Alert I/F1 Legacy Alert I/F2 Normal CLOSE OPEN OPEN Communication failure OPEN OPEN AC failure OPEN OPEN DC failure OPEN CLOSE POWER failure CLOSE 4.7.3 Main Alarm Panel...
4. INSTALLATION 4.7.4 Timer Reset Panel, Cabin Panel, Motion Detector, Flash Bea- The wiring procedure is common to all the above-mentioned units. Cable to use Description Cable MPYC-7 (be- Timer Reset Panel Max. length of single cable: 40 m Max. length: of all ca- tween respective unit bles: 150 m Cabin Panel and BR-520)
4. INSTALLATION 4.7.6 How to fabricate cables for the Cabin Panel, Timer Reset Panel, Flash Beacon and Motion Detector Fabricate the above-mentioned cables as shown below. L=Length between cable clamp and terminal Sheath Armor Cut sheath. Remove paint approx. 50 mm. Connect cores to WAGO terminal block.
4. INSTALLATION DIP SW S1 The DIP SW S1 allows adjustment of the items listed in the table below. The items in bold are the default settings. DIP SW Setting Function Boot program overwrite Enabled Disabled I/O test Disabled All LEDs, System Fail and Flash Beacon go ALR output (fixed interval output) 30s Flash Beacon function (2nd and...
4. INSTALLATION 4.10 Menu Settings 4.10.1 Administrator Menu The Administrator Menu has initial settings that set the system according to the re- quirements of your vessel. Only the Administrator of the system can enter the initial settings. 1. Press the MENU/ESC key. 2.
Page 51
4. INSTALLATION Menu Item Description Options Captain Select whether to include the Captain as a back-up nav- Backup igation officer. That is, select whether to forward the alarm to the Cabin Panel in the Captain’s quarters in the 2nd stage or the 3rd stage.OFF: Forward in 3rd stage.ON: Forward in 2nd stage.
Page 52
4. INSTALLATION Menu Item Description Options Password Change the administration password; reset the pass- word to factory default. See the procedure on the next page. Self TEST Check the equipment for proper operation. See the be- low. Language Choose the language: English, Japanese, Chinese, Ko- rean, or Russian.
Page 53
4. INSTALLATION How to change the password 1. Use the CursorPad to select [Password] from the Administrator menu then press the ENT/CALL key. 2. Select [Change Password], then press the ENT/CALL key. The Input new pass- word box is highlighted in yellow. 3.
4. INSTALLATION 4.10.2 Service Menu The Service Menu contains items for the installer and the service technician. Contact a sales representative or service technician for the password. 1. Press the MENU/ESC key. 2. You are asked to enter the password. Note: If the BNWAS is active, the message shown right appears.
Page 55
4. INSTALLATION Alarm Mode The following functions are different from Alarm Mode setting; Alarm AlertI/F1 AlertI/F2 Legacy Mode BR-510 The cause of malfunction is The cause of malfunction is The cause of Alarm resolved and an resolved and an malfunction is resolved indication Acknowledge is received Acknowledge is received...
4. INSTALLATION 4.11 I/O Sentence Information Communication specification: Baud rate: 4800/38400 bps (DIP SW S1 No.6) Data bits: 8, Stop bits: 1, Parity: None, Characters: ASCII Note 1: The ACK sentence is only input or output under LEGACY or AlertI/F1 alarm modes.
4. INSTALLATION Serial Interface Input port (RD-A, RD-B) Isolation Voltage: 2500 Vrms Input Impedance: 110 ohms Thereshold: ±0.2 V (A-B) Output port (TD-A, TD-B) VCC2 SN65LBC176ADR 1SS226_TE85L_F TXD0 (1D2) 236_406 FL51 DE 3 TB20 NOT MOUNT NOT MOUNT NOT MOUNT NOT MOUNT R139 TD_A TD_B...
4. INSTALLATION ACN - Alert Command $**ACN,hhmmss.ss,aaa,x.x,x.x,c,a*hh<CR><LF> 3 4 5 6 1. No use 2. Manufacturer mnemonic code (3 digit alphanumeric code), null 3. Alert identifier (0 to 999999) - Malfunction 220001 - Failure: DC 220002 - Failure: AC 220003 - 1st Stage Alarm 220004 - 2nd Stage Alarm 220005...
Page 59
4. INSTALLATION ALF - Alert sentence $**ALF,x,x,x,hhmmss.ss,a,a,a,aaa,x.x,x.x,x.x,x,c--c,*hh<CR><LF> 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1. Total number of ALF sentences this message (1, 2) 2. Sentence number (1, 2) 3. Sequential message identifier (0 to 9) 4.
Page 60
4. INSTALLATION ALR - Alarm sentence $BNALR, hhmmss.ss,XXX,A,A,c-c,*hh<CR><LF> - hhmmss.ss: This part may be left blank because BNWAS does not include UTC time information. Alarm mode: [Legacy] -xxx: Designation of source of alarm or source of reset command. 000: Watch alarm normal 010: Communication failure 011:...
APPENDIX 1 MENU TREE, ABBREVIATIONS, JIS CABLE GUIDE Menu Tree (default settings in bold italic) Administrator menu MENU Watch Time Interval (3-12 min, 10 min) 2nd Stage Interval (90-180 s, 90 s) Captain Backup (OFF, ON) (Requires 2nd Stage (OFF, ON) password.) Backup Officer 1 Captain (Backup, Captain)
Page 62
EX: DPYCYS - 1.5 MPYC - 5 TTYCS-4 Designation type Designation type # of cores Core Area (mm The following reference table lists gives the measurements of JIS cables commonly used with Furuno products: Core Cable Core Cable Diameter Diameter...
Legacy mode alerts, IDs, meanings and measures Indication Meaning Measures Failure: Communication Communication failure between Consult a FURUNO technician. Processor Unit and Main Alarm Panel Failure: AC AC power to the unit is Check power to unit, check interrupted or stopped.
Page 64
Check connection with error with BAM between Processor Unit BAM system. Contact and Bridge Alert FURUNO if the problem Management (BAM) is not resolved. system : This alert is displayed in three-digit format, regardless of selected alert mode. : These alerts’ ID is displayed in three-digit format for AlertI/F1 mode, six-digit format for AlertI/F2 mode.
FURUNO BR-500 SPECIFICATIONS OF BRIDGE NAVIGATIONAL WATCH ALARM SYSTEM BR-500 MAIN ALARM PANEL (BR-510) Display 4.3-inch color LCD, 480 x 272 dots Brilliance 0.15 to 500 cd/m (w/o shield film) Status indication Dormant period, Alarm stage, Backup officer, Power status, Operation mode*, Active alert list/ Alert log *: Auto operating mode is not available for SOLAS vessels.
Page 66
FURUNO BR-500 MOTION DETECTOR (BR-560, OPTION) Detection method Infrared body motion sensor Distance 5 m max. Temperature gap 7 °C (forward) Angle ±40° Object size 700 mm x 250 mm (minimum) Displacement distance 1.4 m (5 m forward) Moving speed 0.8 m/s to 1.2 m/s...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the BR-500 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers