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- Page 1 RODUCT ANUAL Class-B AIS Transponder Art. No. 300 1001 Nauticast GmbH Lützowgasse 12-14 / 3.OG 1140 Vienna, Austria T: +43 (1) 5 237 237-0 F: +43 (1) 5 237 237-150 office@nauticast.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
PC .................... 8 NSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ONTO YOUR ’ ..........................8 NTER YOUR SHIP S DATA 2.4.1 Connecting the Nauticast B2 to your PC ....................... 8 2.4.2 Configuring Software and Nauticast B2 static data ..................10 ......................12 NSTALLING YOUR AUTICAST HARDWARE 2.5.1 Installation hints ............................ - Page 4 Safety of Life Systems Nauticast devices may only be used in safety of life devices or systems with the express written approval of Nauticast. The unsolicited and untested use of Nauticast devices in safety of life devices or systems may jeopardize the safety or the life of the user or other persons.
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Page 5: What Is Ais
A "polling or controlled" mode, where data transfer occurs in response to polling from a ship or entitled authority. This illustration depicts a typical AIS System where two or more AIS equipped vessels (and shore based systems) are automatically communicating with each other: Page 5 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0... -
Page 6: Ais Classes
The illustration below depicts a typical Nauticast B2 installation in a common environment. When the Nauticast B2 is connected to the vessel’s power supply and both VHF and GPS antenna it fulfils the requirement for standard operation. The scenario shows a full AIS coverage area (including all applications and complete shore infrastructure). -
Page 7: Position Information Source
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. The Nauticast B2 utilizes the GPS satellite network. -
Page 8: Software Prerequisites
2.4 Enter your ship’s data NOTE: To program your Nauticast B2 you will need to connect it to a personal computer or a notebook with the Link2AIS software installed. There is no external power source needed when using a USB connection. - Page 9 The serial port (port number can be found in the device manager of Windows) can also be selected manually from the menu. Click 'Save' when the right port is selected. For the Nauticast B2 115200 bps need to be used. ...
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Page 10: Configuring Software And Nauticast B2 Static Data
2.4.2 Configuring Software and Nauticast B2 static data The functions of Link2AIS are arranged in a series of menus. Depending on the version of Link2AIS installed not all menu entries shown below may be visible. Open ‘AIS Settings’ - ‘Identification’. This will display the 'Static Data' for the connected transponder. - Page 11 For connecting a Chart Plotter please refer to section 3 “ Connecting external equipment”. For additional information about the Link2AIS software please refer to the Link2AIS Software User Guide (‘Help – Link2AIS-Help’, section Documentation). Page 11 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0...
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Page 12: Installing Your Nauticast B2 Hardware
When attaching other parts to the system follow the technical recommendations in section 4.3 “Using different antennas”. Do not connect the Nauticast B2 unit to a main line 110/220V AC electrical supply, as it could cause electric shock or fire. Only use 12-24V DC power sources! ... -
Page 13: Connecting Power
DC power lead (red = positive, black = negative) and plug the power connector into the Nauticast B2. Please see the Appendix B of this manual for details of the power, data and RF cables supplied. 2.5.4 Mounting the Nauticast B2 Attach the mounting plate with Phillips self tapping head screws (10-32 x 1,2) on a vertical surface. -
Page 14: Connecting External Equipment
3.5 External LED status indicators (optional data cable required) If the Nauticast B2 is not visible and the status LEDs should still be monitored, external LEDs can be connected with Cable 4 of the optional Data Cable (prod. no.: 3001004). (see Appendix B for more details). -
Page 15: Operation Of Your Nauticast B2
Operation of your Nauticast B2 4.1 Interpreting Status LEDs Please note that a proper 12 / 24 VDC power suppply is necessary for the B2 to operate flawlessly. The USB connection will not suffice! All Class B Devices and hence the Nauticast B2 have a lower priority than Class A devices and base stations whenever the AIS-channel is highly loaded. -
Page 16: Ch1 And Ch2 - Channel Information
If other antennas are being used, please take note of the following minimal requierements: 4.3.1 GPS Antenna The Nauticast B2 has a TNC female bulkhead connector. This port provides a 5V DC feed for an active GPS antenna, required by the Nauticast B2 unit (i.e. it should incorporate an LNA). Therefore, the GPS antenna must be an active type using 5V. -
Page 17: Standards
DCS communication. 4.4 Standards The Nauticast B2 complies with all standards under the European R&TTE directive Article 3.1(a), 3.1(b), 3.2 and 3.3(e). Among other, these standards have been implemented: IEC 62287-1: 2006-03 Maritime navigation and radio communication equipment and systems –... -
Page 18: Technical Details
USB power supply alone! Transmissions by any class B device, and therefore also the B2, are subject to available time slots in the broadcast area of the device; e.g. a command received by Message 23 or a large number of... -
Page 19: Appendix
Appendix 8.1 APPENDIX A – Block Diagram System Block Diagram (Note: Mount your unit with cable/connector side down) Power supply, PC, NMEA compatible devices not included Data Cable optional Page 19 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0... -
Page 20: Appendix B - Pin Layout / Cable Connections
Use of the Data Cable (Part No. 300 1004) CABLE 1: Connect the appropriate cable ends to the designated NMEA 0183 device (Baud rate 38400). Wire end Nauticast B2 Possible end of attached NMEA device RS422 TX A, yellow connect to... - Page 21 The input voltage of the alarm relay is matched with the operating voltage of the Nauticast B2. The operating voltage of the alarm relay is 3 to 60 VDC with a load current of 0.1 to 2 A (3A when using a heat sink).
- Page 22 Connection of the Alarm Relay CABLE 4: Depending on the Voltage used for the Nauticast B2 you have to calculate the series resistor which is connected with the LED between the + wire (grey) and the OUTPUT wire (CH1 LED RED, green;...
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Page 23: Appendix C - Dimensions Nauticast B2
8.3 APPENDIX C – Dimensions Nauticast B2 Page 23 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0... -
Page 24: Appendixd - Gps Antenna
8.4 Appendix D – GPS Antenna Page 24 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0... -
Page 25: Appendixe - Vhf Antenna
8.5 Appendix E – VHF Antenna Page 25 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0... -
Page 26: Appendixf - Declaration Of Conformity
8.6 Appendix F – Declaration of Conformity Page 26 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0... -
Page 27: Appendixf - Bsh Classb Type Approval
8.7 Appendix F – BSH Class B Type Approval Page 27 of 32 B2 Product Manual 2_0... -
Page 28: Appendixh - Diagnostics And Troubleshooting
(off) (off) green 1. MMSI not programmed or Program valid MMSI into B2, using invalid MMSI the Link2AIS software provided 2. VHF or GPS Antenna connection a. Check antenna connectors on is faulty both ends (2 for VHF, 2 for GPS);... - Page 29 If the problem remains unsolved after completing the instructions above, we kindly ask you to contact Nauticast Support with a log file (ideally: 2-3 hours of voyage) of your Nauticast B2 in operation. To create the log: ...
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