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- Page 1 WideLink B600 AIS Class B Transponder SOTDMA USER MANUAL...
- Page 3 DISCLAIMER AMEC is devoted to publish and maintain this product manual. As we continue to improve our AIS products to satisfy all customers’ needs, information in this document is subject to change without notice. AMEC does not make any representations or...
- Page 4 WideLink B600 is strictly tested to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment. With proper installation and use, the equipment will serve loyally and reliably at its optimum. For sales, services, and technical supports, please contact your local AMEC representatives or Alltek Marine Electronics Corp at sales@alltekmarine.com service@alltekmarine.com.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
NMEA 0183 S ..................33 UPPORTED ENTENCES TROUBLESHOOTING ........................34 ABBREVIATIONS ..........................36 FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ....................37 RF EXPOSURE WARNING ......................38 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ......................38 AMEC WORLDWIDE WARRANTY ......................39 APPENDIX: HOW TO DETERMINE SERIAL PORT ................40... -
Page 6: System Overview
System Overview 1.1 Product Description WideLink B600W is the Wi-Fi variation of the advanced B600 SOTDMA AIS class B transponder. Its powerful Wi-Fi module enables a stable connection with mobile devices. When working in AP mode, it can connect to 32 smartphones, table PCs or laptops. - Page 7 Location of GPS antenna on the ship Dynamic data: Position of the vessel Course over ground (COG) Speed over ground (SOG) True heading The transponder receives also safety related messages (SRM) from other vessels or persons who are in distress.
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Page 8: Lassb
1.2 Class A vs. SOTDMA Class B vs. CSTDMA Class B A brief comparison between class A and class B AIS is illustrated in the following table. WideLink B600 is an SOTDMA class B AIS transponder. Type of AIS Class A AIS Class B SOTDMA Class B CSTDMA Primary Access... -
Page 9: Equipment In The Box
1.3 Equipment in the Box Upon receiving the product please verify items in the box. If any is missing, please contact your local AMEC representative immediately. -
Page 10: Installation
Installation 2.1 Installation Procedures Please familiarize the manual content before installation. Depending on your hardware configuration, use the following recommended steps to install the device. Mount the device unit to an appropriate location Install VHF antenna Install GPS antenna Connect to a chart plotter via NMEA 0183 and/or other instruments Connect to a chart plotter via NMEA 2000 and/or other instruments Connect to a Tx switch box and/or external alarm system(optional) Connect to an appropriate power source (12V / 24V DC, 2A) -
Page 11: Mounting Device Main Unit
2.2 Mounting Device Main Unit The following guidelines should be noticed when selecting the environment to install your AMEC WideLink B600: Do not install the device in a flammable or hazardous atmosphere such as in an engine or generator room or close to fuel tanks. -
Page 12: Vhf Antenna Installation
2.3 VHF Antenna Installation The quality and positioning of the antenna are the most important factors dictating AIS performance. It is recommended that a VHF antenna with omnidirectional vertical polarization be specifically tuned for marine band. Since the range of VHF signals is largely decided by line of sight distance, the VHF antenna should be placed as high as possible and at least 5 meters away from any constructions made of conductive materials. -
Page 13: Gps Antenna Installation
2.4 GPS Antenna Installation Install the GPS antenna where it has a clear view to the sky, so that it may access the horizon freely with 360° degrees. 5˚ The recommended Ensure a free 360˚ horizontal distance between horizon with a vertical GPS antennas and other observation of 5˚. -
Page 14: Connecting With Nmea 0183 Devices
2.5 Connecting with NMEA 0183 Devices WideLink B600 supports two NMEA 0183 ports and external silent mode switch with its 12-pin data cable. The default NMEA 0183 baud rates are 38400-bps (high speed) and 4800-bps (low speed). The baud rates can be changed with the provided configuration tool. -
Page 15: Ais Silent Mode Connection
WideLink B600. Connect the toggle switch between the purple and brown wires to enable Silent Mode function, as depicted in Figure below. An optional Tx Switch Box (part number SB-181) is available from AMEC for Silent Mode activation. Figure 7... -
Page 16: Connection To Nmea 2000 Network
NMEA 2000 devices. For further applications e.g. heading sensor connection, please refer to supported PGN in 5.3. An updated PGN list is available at AMEC website under Support/FAQ. A compatible T-connector and drop cable/spur available by your local service partner... -
Page 17: Connecting Power Cable
2.8 Connecting Power Cable Connect the WideLink B600 to vessel´s power source as illustrated below. The device requires a 12V or 24V DC power supply (9.6 to 31.2V) capable of supplying 2A peak current @12V DC. Always use a minimum 3A fuse panel before connecting directly to battery or power supply. -
Page 18: Configuring Your Widelink B600
Configuring Your WideLink B600 Your WideLink B600 is delivered with a power “AIS Configuration Tool” allowing users to set up the transponder and make a real-time diagnosis. A more detailed user guide of configuration tool can be found in the “Help” of the software. 3.1 Connecting to your AIS Transponder 3.1.1 Required Items Before preceding the configuration procedure, make sure the following items are... -
Page 19: Three Steps To Connect Ais Transponder
3.1.3 Three steps to connect AIS transponder Step 1: Connect your Class B AIS transponder to your PC or Mac using a USB cable. In most cases the USB driver will be installed automatically by Windows system. When USB driver installation is not done automatically, it can be found on the attached CD and installed manually. -
Page 20: Home Page Of The Application
3.1.4 Home page of the application The application is now communicating with your AIS transponder and will display any pre-configured vessel data on the ‘Home’ page depicted as follows. Wi-Fi setting is only available when Wi-Fi module on the AIS device is detected. -
Page 21: Programming Your Vessel Data
3.2 Programming your vessel data After the device is successfully connected with the Configuration Tool, click on the “Configuration” tab. You will require the following information in order to configure the device: • Vessel´ s name: limited to 20 characters •... -
Page 22: Get Started
GET STARTED The device starts up whenever the connected power source is ON. It will operate automatically when the device has been properly configured and GPS/VHF antennas are properly installed. The device transmits its own ship positions depending on vessel´s moving speed and should receive information of other vessels in the vicinity. -
Page 23: Micro Sd Card Data Logging
The log files have a naming convention of AIS_XXXXXX.txt with increment from 000001 to 999999. Entry in the log file is vessel’s GPS sentence in IEC61162 format. The log file can be read by chart plotting PC software like AMEC AIS Viewer or NaviPro ECS. Figure 11 Inserting SD Memory Card... -
Page 24: Wi-Fi Configuration (Widelink B600W Only)
WideLink B600W to mobile devices using Wi-Fi. 4.3.1 Access Point Mode WideLink B600W supports wireless connection with up to 32 mobile devices in AP mode. After the configuration is done, press “Program Wi-Fi Module” to save the settings to the device. - Page 25 Figure 13 Connect to Mobile Devices SSID (Service Set Identifier): The SSID for the WideLink B600W is AIS-WiFi. When another SSID is preferred, just input it in the SSID field and then press “Program Wi-Fi Module”. Password: By default the Wi-Fi network has no password. Users are allowed to create their own key with an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long.
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Page 26: Client Mode
4.3.2 Client Mode WideLink B600W is able to join an existing Wi-Fi network. When clicking on „Client”, it can take about 45 seconds until the device scans all available Wi-Fi networks. Pick the network you want to join and enter the password and click on “Connect”. -
Page 27: Built-In Integrity Test (Biit)
PC, you should quit the Configuration Tool or vice-versa. The device can only establish a connection to one software at a time. The AIS CPA/TCPA setting can be configured via AIS Viewer. Figure 16 AMEC AIS Viewer... -
Page 28: Introducing Amec Ais App
Data of own vessel can be traced in real time. The App also offers various safety features to help users be alerted during their voyage. The AMEC AIS App is now available on Apple App Store for iOS devices as well as on Google Play for Android mobile devices. -
Page 29: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS 5.1 Product Specifications APPLICABLE STANDARDS ISO MSC. 74(69) Annex IEC 60945 Ed. 4.0:2002 ITU-R M. 825-3:1998 IEC 61108-1 Ed. 2.0:2003 ITU-R M. 1084-5:2012 IEC61162-1 Ed. 5.0:2016 ITU-R M. 1371-5:2014 IEC61162-2 Ed. 1.0:1998 EN 300 440 V2.1.1 (Final Draft) IEC 62287-2 Ed. 2.0:2017 EN 301 489-1 V2.1.0(Draft) / EN 301 489-3 V2.1.0(Draft) EN 300 328 V2.1.1 EN 301 489-1 V2.1.0(Draft) / EN 301 489-17 V3.1.0(Draft) - Page 30 60 mm (2.36 inches) Depth 132 mm (5.20 inches) (exclude connector) Weight 500 g SOFTWARE TOOL AMEC AIS Configuration, AMEC AIS Viewer, AMEC AIS App COMPASS SAFETY DISTANCE Standard Magnetic Compass 0.30m Steering Magnetic Compass 0.30m GA-22 GPS ANTENNA (OPTIONAL)
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Page 31: Dimensions
5.2 Dimensions (GPS antenna is an optional item) -
Page 32: Nmea 2000 Pgn Information
5.3 NMEA 2000 PGN Information Transmit Description 59392 ISO Acknowledgment 59904 ISO Request 60928 ISO Address Claim 126464 PGN List - Transmit PGN's group function 126996 Product Information 129025 Position Rapid Update 129026 COG SOG Rapid Update 129029 GNSS Position Data 129038 AIS Class A Position Report 129039... -
Page 33: Supported Nmea 0183 Sentences
5.4 Supported NMEA 0183 Sentences Output Sentences Sentence Description AIS addressed and binary broadcast acknowledgement AIS channel assignment message Set alarm state GNSS satellite fault detection Global positioning system (GPS) fix data Geographic position – Latitude/longitude GNSS DOP and active satellites GNSS satellites in view Recommended minimum specific GNSS data Text transmission... -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING The transmitting LED (Green color) is not illuminated, why? The Class B device requires GPS information from GPS antenna before making AIS transmission. Please check if your GPS antenna is connected correctly. The Tx LED will flash orange every 5 seconds meaning that the device is still acquiring a GPS fix and therefore not ready yet to make transmission. - Page 35 Please make sure that both VHF and GPS antennas and their cables are working properly and not damaged. Return the unit to your dealer/service partner for technical check. Why is the Wi-Fi signal weak and how can I improve it? ...
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Page 36: Abbreviations
ABBREVIATIONS Automatic Identification System Course Over Ground Distance to Closest Point of Approach CSTDMA Carrier-Sense Time Division Multiple Access SOTDMA Self-Organized Time Division Multiple Access Digital Selective Calling Electronic Chart System Estimated Time of Arrival Global Positioning System International Maritime Organization MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity Speed Over Ground... -
Page 37: Fcc Interference Statement
1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by AMEC for compliance could void of the user's authority to operate the equipment. -
Page 38: Rf Exposure Warning
The antenna should not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other transmitting antenna. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, Alltek Marine Electronics Corp. (AMEC) declares that this WideLink B600/B600W is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU RED. -
Page 39: Amec Worldwide Warranty
Other conditions This Warranty is fully transferable provided that you furnish the original proof of purchase to the AMEC -certified service agent. This Warranty is void if the seal label is removed or defaced. THE LIABILITY OF AMEC TO A CUSTOMER UNDER THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER FOR... -
Page 40: Appendix: How To Determine Serial Port
Appendix: How to Determine Serial Port If you PC/laptop does not have available serial port, you may use a RS232-to-USB adapter. To find out the proper serial port for connection use the following instructions. Windows 7 or VISTA version: Click on “Start” Select “Control Panel” Select “Device Manager” Click Port (COM&LPT) Windows 8 and 8.1: Click (W)* + I and then click on Control Panel ... - Page 41 NOTE:...
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