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7. PERFORM LONG TEST
7.1 Overview
Full system check including GPS activation and live test message transmission.
Requires a clear view of the sky.
Ensure GPS Zone on unit is not obstructed.
Perform away from busy sea areas where the test transmission could confuse
other AIS users.
It is recommended to use a McMurdo M15 AIS receiver with AIS viewer running
on Windows PC or similar AIS receive equipment to verify correct transmission
after service.
7.2 Instructions:
a. Press and hold OFF for 10secs until 2sec long flash.
b. Unit will flash every 1sec until GPS fix is achieved.
c. After 1 minute a SART test message is sent, which will be visible to all AIS
systems within range.
d. At the end of the test, 3 long flashes indicates the test is successful. No
flashes indicates the test has failed.
8. CHECKING THE RIGGING OF THE PULL LANYARD
8.1 Overview
Activation Cap should look like as shown below with the pre tied knot inside the cap.
Long cord length
Orolia Ltd, Silver Point, Airport Service Rd, Portsmouth, Hants, PO3 5PB, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 23 9262 3900 Fax: +44 (0) 23 9262 3998 Email:
Short cord
length
service.uk@mcmurdogroup.com
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