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Thrane & Thrane A/S trading as Cobham SATCOM, Lundtoftegårdsvej 93D, DK-2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark. This user manual is applicable to the SAILOR 5052 AIS SART. User instructions are also printed directly on the main unit and the deployment instructions are repeated on the inside cover of the carry bag.
CONTENTS SAFETY NOTICES ............1 Use ....................1 Testing, maintenance and disposal ..........1 Hazards and Warnings ............... 1 EC Declaration of Conformity ............. 2 FCC Compliance................. 2 Ownership ................... 2 OVERVIEW ............... 3 AIS SART Handing ..............4 Environmental ................4 Controls and indicators ...............
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Thrane & Thrane A/S is not responsible for the content or accuracy of any translations or reproductions, in whole or in part, of this manual from any other source. In the event of any discrepancies, the English version shall be the governing text. Thrane & Thrane A/S is trading as Cobham SATCOM. .
1 SAFETY NOTICES 1.1 Use An AIS SART ‘search and rescue locating device’ is designed to assist in survivor craft location during search and rescue operations. AIS SART’s are primarily intended for fitment by SOLAS vessels under carriage requirement rules. The rules differ depending on type and size of vessel and life raft. In general, at least one search and rescue locating device is carried on each side of a passenger or cargo ship over 500 gross tons.
Marine Equipment Directive (MED) – 2014/90/EU. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained online from: https://sync.cobham.com.SATCOM/ 1.5 FCC Compliance The AIS SART is in compliance with the GMDSS provisions of Part 80 of the FCC rules.
2 OVERVIEW Only remove the RED anti-tamper Cap if you intend to operate the AIS SART in a real emergency. An AIS SART is a single use device, once activated and before returning it to storage a maintenance service battery replacement will be required Figure 1: AIS SART key features description Page 3...
2.1 AIS SART Handing The AIS SART is packed inside a buoyant carry bag with carry strap. The carry bag contains the AIS SART main unit, a 1-meter telescopic extension pole and 10 meters buoyant lanyard. The carry bag may be wall mounted using the wall-mount bracket provided.
INSTALLATION 3.1 Items in the Package The AIS SART is typically delivered with standard package as listed in Table 1 and illustrated in Figure 3. Table 1 Standard equipment list Item N° Designation Quantity AIS SART Carry bag 1 m extension Pole 10 m buoyant lanyard Wall mounted bracket Screw M4x20...
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Environmental protection, chose a protected location away from the extreme effects of the weather and protected from powerful vessel wash down hoses. Allow clearance above so that the AIS SART can be easily removed from the bulkhead bracket. Mounting procedure Fix the mounting bracket to the ships wall using marine grade stainless steel screws or bolts;...
4 EMERGENCY PROCEDURE An AIS SART is a piece of life saving equipment. Its sole purpose is to help survivor location during SAR operations. It must only be used in situations of imminent danger. 4.1 Abandon ship! Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Lift Carry Bag off Take Carry Bag into...
4.2 Activation Process Pull and break the red Anti-tamper Cap to reveal the activation panel. Hold the ON Button for 2 seconds: The ON LED flashes Orange during GNSS acquisition The ON LED flashes Green once the GNSS fix is acquired. WARNING: DO NOT COVER GNSS AREA WHILE ACTIVE (see Figure 6) Figure 6: GPS/GNSS AREA Location NOTE 1: The GNSS receiver is activated (cold start) when ON is depressed...
4.3 Deployment guidelines The AIS SART will work best when the top section has an unobstructed view of the sky. If it is not possible to pick a location with a totally unobstructed view of the sky, do your best to maximize the sky view. The antenna datum marked on the pole section should be positioned more than one meter above sea level when the AIS SART is deployed.
4.4 Mounting outside a canopy life raft Fully extend the telescopic mounting pole: Remove the rubber cover from the bottom of the mounting pole; allow the pole sections to drop. Lock each section together by twisting each section. Release the lanyard spool and tether the free end of the lanyard to a securer fixing point within the survival craft.
4.2 Deactivation Process 1. Hold the TEST button for over 3 seconds to initiate power off. 2. Keep holding TEST until the ON LED stops flashing: The AIS SART is then deactivated. Figure 9: Deactivation NOTE: After de-activating, all LEDs shall be off. If any LED is still flashing, press the TEST button again for more than 3 seconds to de-activate the unit.
5 AIS SART TARGET VISUALIZATION Under active or test mode, the AIS SART will transmit a message with a 9 digit TX ID number (MMSI) identity in the following format; 97016YYYY The AIS SARTs GNSS derived position in latitude and longitude and the TX ID will be display on the vessels navigation display or AIS receiver equipment.
Approved Service Agent and talk to their customer service department before returning equipment. You can find your nearest Approved Service Agent online at: https://sync.cobham.com/SATCOM/ If the AIS SART must be returned, the original packaging should be used if possible.
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NOTE 1 – Normally the green flashing will happen in 2 mins right after the GPS/GNSS position is fixed. If it happens at the 5th minute, the SART message will be transmitted automatically, and GPS/GNSS position might not be fixed. Please move the AIS SART to a new location which has a clear view of the sky.
6.2 Mechanical inspection Inspection It is recommended to physically check AIS SART routinely to verify: The battery expiry date has not been exceeded. Evidence of any damage to the main body, Wall mounted bracket, Carry bag, Extension Pole, Buoyant Lanyard. ...
6.5 Transportation This information is given in good faith and is believed to be accurate at the date of preparation. Cobham SATCOM makes no warranty, either express or implied, with respect to this information, and disclaims all liability from reference on it.
AIS SART should be disposed of in a sensible and considerate manner and in accordance with local regulations. Take it to a civil recycling facility. For further information, please refer to Cobham SATCOM at https://sync.cobham.com/SATCOM...
10 PRODUCT WARRANTY 10.1 Warranty Statement Visit Cobham SATCOM on line to view the warranty policy information at https://sync.cobham.com/SATCOM Page 23...
11 HOW DOES IT WORK? The AIS SART is a Search And Rescue Transponder/Transmitter, designed for survivor location during search and rescue operations. From 1st of January 2010, AIS SART was adopted into the GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress Safety System, Figure 10) regulations as an alternative to the traditional SART equipment, RADAR SART.
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