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Raytheon, as the failure of such components could cause the failure of the Nauticast device or system. If these fail, it is reasonable to assume that the safety of the user or other persons may be endangered.
X-Pack DS AIS Transponder User Manual Index Page Number History of Changes............................4 X-PACK DS User Interface ........................5 X-PACK DS Keyboard..........................6 2.1. Explanation of the “Cursor Cross” ....................6 2.2. Explanation of the Num-Locked and [NUM] Functions ..............6 2.3.
2003-03-27 Released B553 picture update F. Gruber New front cover. 2003-03-31 Released C. Moore Insertion of Wheelmark Certificate Insertion of higher-resolution Wheelmark 2003-04-02 Released C. Moore Certificate X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 4 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
2. X-Pack DS Keyboard X-Pack DS is fitted with a full alphanumeric keyboard, with the following functions: By pressing any key on the keyboard the blue letters are addressed. Number symbols and special characters ( ) are addressed by holding down the shift key and simultaneously pressing the chosen key.
The SRM Button sends out emergency Broadcast Safety Related Messages to all ships [SRM] in the Vessel Listing. Note: For detailed description of the Safety Functions see Chapter 4. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 7 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
3. X-Pack DS Screens The Display is divided into two different modes. Navigation Screen - Standard Screen, automatically visible Menu Structure Menu - visible after pressing the [ ] Soft Key 3.1. Navigation Screen This screen provides the user with Navigation Data from the own vessel and lists all other vessels within receiving range.
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Further details on any individual vessel can be obtained by scrolling down and selecting the desired vessel Enter by pressing [ ]. A full explanation of the Vessel Details is given in the following section. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 9 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
Position of the selected vessel: :S 74-50'23" LON :W 9-34'19" Heading and Rotation of the selected vessel: Heading :77^ ROT :-0.2^/min l X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 10 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Data. This function basically ensures, that the current Transponder being used is fitted with a display and X-Pack DS can therefore send and receive messages. As the is fitted with an integrated display unit, it will always show “DTE: Available”. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 11 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
Note: The Navigation Screen automatically appears after some seconds of user inactivity on the Transponder, or [Menu] immediately by pressing the button in the Main Menu. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 13 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
| +- 1. State / Conditions View | +- 2. Own Ship Data | +- 3. Version Info -----| +- 4. Security Log Msg. | -----| Displ| ---------------------------------------- NUM|Select->| |<-Back X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 14 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
1.4 Inbox SRM: Listing all Safety Related Messages (SRM) 1.5 Inbox ALR: Listing of all valid Alarms (ALR) 1.6 Inbox LRI: Listing of all Long Range Interrogations (LRI) X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 18 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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NUM| Select | | Back Dynamic Keys: Messages Write Message to Write Message to [M5] [Select] [Enter] Selected Vessel Selected Vessel Return to Messages [M8] [Back] Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 19 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Using the X-Pack DS Message Editor 3.5.1.2. 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. [Send] After text input completion, transmission to the selected addressee is facilitated by pressing the [<Back]...
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LON:E 0^12.436'IntCOG:173.0 12:55:06 Ships:21 /B IntGPS: 3D Region6 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Transmission Status [?] AIS1:Late reception of an ack. [ ] AIS2: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Send To | |<-Back X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 21 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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It is then recommended to resend the message. Unsuccessful Message Confirmation (no acknowledgement) N 1^19' E 0^12' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Transmission Status [ ] AIS1: [-] AIS2: Sent, but no acknowledgement ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 22 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Dynamic Keys: Broadcast Message Editor [M5] [Send] Send Message [Enter] Send Message Select Transmission [M6] / [Channel] Channel (A+B is [M7] default) Return to Messages [M8] [Back] Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 23 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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In the case of failed transmission, the following screen appears. In this case, it is recommended to retransmit the Broadcast Message. N 1^19' E 0^13' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Broadcast Transmission Status [-] Message could not be sent ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Send To | |<-Back X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 24 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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The LRI needs to be manually handled. Note: The data which may be interrogated via the Long Range Interface can be configured in Menu 5: Configuration, Submenu 5: Interrogation Settings. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 25 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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N 1^20' E 0^13' 1>0.10|2>0.00|3>0.10nm ************** Inbox LRI *************** 07:44 5004 TEXT TO LRI SENDER CAN BE INPUT HERE 07:44 11/28 ------------------ POS:01/01 LRI 5004 --------------------------------------- Reply Back X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 26 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Dynamic Keys: LRI in the Inbox History (manual mode) Send Addressed Accept LRI [M5] [OK] [M7] [Reply] Message to LRI Interrogation Sender Reject LR Return to [M6] [Reject] [M8] [Back] Interrogation Messages Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 27 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Marks a revoked alarm (no longer active) Abbreviation, which is displayed on bottom right hand corner ACK (Acknowledged) and signifies that selected message or alarm, has been previously acknowledged. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 28 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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13:43 11/21 ------------------ POS:01/05 AddressedSRM 5264 Text:PIRATE ATTACK! The text of the selected message (in this case Message POS 01/05) is shown in the text field. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 29 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Date 11/26 (mm.dd) 01/02 (Message 01 of 02) Message Type AddressedSRM Status * (not acknowledged) MMSI of Sender 5004 Channel Incoming AIS Channel Message not yet acknowledged X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 30 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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COG information -------------------------------------- -- | Back ALR: Information Time 17:36 Date 11/26 (mm.dd) 01/1 Message Type ALARM Alarm ID Status [!] Valid alarm, requiring action X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 31 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
Msg. | -----| Displ| ---------------------------------------- NUM| Select->| | <-Back Dynamic Keys: AIS Status Confirm Submenu Confirm Submenu [M5] [Select] [Enter] Selection Selection [M8] [Back] Return to Main Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 32 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Number of received stations (Sync to mobile with the most received stations) (Semaphore) RXVe: Total number of all received stations by the individual vessel. MMSI: MMSI number of the individual vessel. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 33 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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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 ship) X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 34 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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AIS Data. This function basically ensures, that the current Transponder being used is fitted with a display and can therefore send and receive messages. X-Pack DS As the is fitted with an integrated display unit, it will always show “DTE: Available”. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 35 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
In standard operation, this Log should not contain any entries. N 1^27' E 0^20' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ************* Security Log ************* ..StartTime....EndTime..01/15/2001 03:11 until 01/15/2001 04:00 ---------------------------------------- <-Back X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 36 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
After the Voyage Settings have been input and saved, this screen appears. [Exit] takes the user back to the Main Menu. N 1^30' E 0^24' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Data saved. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | <-Exit X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 37 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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:10/13 12:31 NavStat.: Engaged in Fishing ---------------------------------------- Save Back Dynamic Keys: Input of Voyage Related Data Return to Main [M5] [Save] Confirm Data Input [M8] [Back] Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 38 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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After the Ship Settings have been input and saved, this screen appears. [Exit] takes the user back to the Main Menu. N 1^30' E 0^24' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Data saved. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | <-Exit X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 39 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
RefPtInt:A190 B30 C20 D23m +-C-+D-+ ShipType: Pilot vessel ---------------------------------------- Save Back Dynamic Keys: Input of Ship Settings Return to Main [M5] [Save] Confirm Data Input [M8] [Back] Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 40 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Special craft Pilot vessel Search and rescue vessel Port tender Anti-pollution vessel Law enforcement vessel Medical transport Resolution No 18 (Mob-83) Passenger ship Cargo ship Tanker Other X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 41 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Also, the electronic chart display in use should be programmed to consider the antenna reference points. Traffic images are represented in true distances only when all displayed targets, including own vessel, are working with AIS position information, which considers Antenna reference points. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 42 of 74...
| +- 5. Sensor Settings Msg. | -----| Displ| ---------------------------------------- NUM| Select->| |<-Back Dynamic Keys: Transponder Configuration Select desired Return to Main [M5] [Select] [M8] [Back] Submenu Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 43 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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N 1^34' E 0^27' |1>0.10|2>1.30| * 1A1L ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Access denied! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | <-Exit Dynamic Keys: User Password Input (Access Denied) [M5] [Exit] Return to Vessel Listing X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 44 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Change User Password (for initial X-Pack DS Operation) 3.5.5.1. X-Pack DS It is strongly recommended to change the default User Password upon initial operation. The new User Password can be between 4 - 8 characters in length, and is not case sensitive.
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Return to Password Input Screen The new User Password configuration has been saved. N 1^33' E 0^27' |1>0.10|2>1.30| * 1A1L ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Data saved. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | <-Exit X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 46 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Source: Via Display Days, hours, minutes, seconds Period of time Region Setting is DaysOld stored (dd hh:mm:ss) In use Region 6 Region Setting of vessel current operation X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 47 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Tx/RxMode Channel Modes <Selection> Rx: Receiving Mode Low = 2 Watt (Default for Ports) VHF Power VHF Power Settings <Selection> High = 12,5 Watt (Default for High Sea Regions) X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 48 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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ECDIS port. ---------------------------------------- Save | Change | Back Dynamic Keys: Alarm Settings Return to Submenu Save Alarm Settings [M5] [Save] [Back] Configuration Configure Alarm [M6] [Change] Generation (on/off) X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 49 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Continue operation AIS: Other ROT source in use Continue operation AIS: no valid ROT information Continue operation using default data 2 AIS: Channel management Continue operation parameters changed X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 50 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Configuration Interrogation Enable or Disable Configure All Data [Left] / [M7] [All On] selected Field for for Interrogation [Right] Interrogation Return to Menu [M8] [Back] Configuration X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 51 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Dynamic Keys: Replying to a LR Interrogation Notifies User of Return to Vessel [M5] [OK] current [M8] [Back] Listing interrogation Display Message Editor for LRI [M7] [Reply] Reply X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 52 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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*********** Sensor Settings ************ BaudRate Sensor1:<4800> BaudRate Sensor2: 4800 BaudRate Sensor3: 38400 --------------------------------------- Save Back Dynamic Keys: Sensor Settings Return to Menu [M5] [Save] Save Data Input [M8] [Back] Configuration X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 53 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
Msg. | -----| Displ| ---------------------------------------- NUM| Select->| |<-Back Dynamic Keys: Service Configuration Confirm Submenu Confirm Submenu [M5] [Select] [Enter] Selection Selection [M8] [Back] Return to Main Menu X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 54 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Settings, as well as input the MMSI/IMO Numbers and reset the to Factory Settings. N 1^24' E 0^17' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Service password protected! Please enter service password: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Enter | Exit X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 55 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Repeat new password:**** {Length: 4..8 characters} ---------------------------------------- Save | Back Dynamic Keys: Change Service Password Save New Service Return to Submenu [Save] [M8] [Back] Password Service Configuration X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 56 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Save User Password [M5] [Save] [Enter] Setting Setting Configure Password [Right] / Configure Password [M6] [Change] Setting (on/off) [Left] Setting (on/off) Return to Submenu [M8] [Back] User Password Settings X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 57 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Save MMSI/IMO Navigate Data Input [M5] [Save] [Enter] Number Input Fields (up/down) Return to Submenu [Up] / Navigate Data Input [M8] [Back] Service Configuration [Down] Fields (up/down) X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 58 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Data saved. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- |<- Exit Note: X-Pack DS has been restored to the Factory Settings! Now please configure your: Ship Settings Voyage Settings User Password Service Password X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 59 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
Navigate Input Fields [Down] [Left] / Regulate Modes (min/max) [Right] Tip: The Brightness and Contrast Setting can be directly changed from the keyboard by inputing the desired value. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 60 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
MOB Message is automatically sent to all vessels within receiving [Send] range. By activating the button, an individual vessel can be chosen as recipient of the MOB Message. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 61 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Send a Broadcast [M6] [Broadcast] MOB Message LAT:N 1^18.963'ExtSOG:34.6kn 11/21/2002 LON:E 0^12.408'IntCOG:173.0 09:11:08 Ships:21 /B IntGPS: 3D Region6 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Transmission Status [+] AIS1:OK, acknowledgement received [ ] AIS2: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 62 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
10. PIRACY/ARMED ROBBERY ATTACK ---------------------------------------- NUM| Select->| |<-Exit Dynamic Keys: SRM Broadcast Message Confirm Confirm [M5] [Select] Message [Enter] Message Selection Selection Return to Vessel [M8] [Exit] Listing X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 63 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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| Send To | | <-Back Dynamic Keys: Confirmation of Broadcast SRM Return to SRM Return to Vessel [M5] [SendTo] [M8] [Back] Message View Listing for further X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 64 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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N/A > -------------------------------------- -- NUM| Select | | Back Dynamic Keys: Send SRM to Addressed Vessel Return to Select Vessel for [M5] [Select] [M8] [Back] Submenu Messaging Messages X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 65 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Dynamic Keys: SRM Message View Discontinue SRM Message Return to Vessel [M5] [Stop] [M8] [Exit] Transmission in Listing 180 secs. Repeat SRM Message [M6] [Repeat] Transmission immediately X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 66 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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|<Channel |Channel> | Back Dynamic Keys: Write Addressed SRM Return to Vessel [M5] [Send] Send Message [M8] [Back] Listing Select Select [M6] [Channel] Transmission [M7] [Channel] Transmission Channel Channel X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 67 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
RXVe Received vessels Speed Over Ground Safety Related Message synchronisation TrZone Transitional Zone Transmitting on Channel A Transmitting on Channel B Universal Time Coordinated Very High Frequency X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 68 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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Die Sicherheitshinweise der mitgelieferten Produktdokumentation sind zu beachten. This declaration certifies the compliance with the indicated directives but implies no warranty of properties. The safety instructions of the accompanying product documentation shall be observed. X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 69 of 74...
5.2. BSH Type Approval Certificates X-Pack DS User Manual Version 1.0 Page 70 of 74 Printed on 02.04.2003...
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X-Pack DS immediately returned to the Dealer where it was originally bought. Contact your local dealer for product support, or see the Nauticast Website for Dealers and the Service Partner Listing. Nauticast AG Mariahilfer Strasse 50/2/11 A-1070 Vienna, Austria, Europe EMail: helpdesk@nauticast.com...