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VHF 5000 System Workshop Manual For a complete workshop manual for VHF 5000 System includes the following manuals: B5006COM Operation Manual SB5006 Service Tool B5022GB0 Operation Manual RT5022 VHF / RT5020 VHF DSC Duplex...
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VHF 5000 System How to use this manual This workshop manual covers the SAILOR VHF 5000 Series. The manual contains all necessary documentation to maintain, assemble and repair system components that are subject to be repaired according to the supported service concept.
VHF 5000 System CONTENTS Functional unit description ......................1-1 The RT5022/RT5020 VHF transceiver ..................1-1 1.1.1 RF Board ........................1-2 1.1.2 BB Main Block ....................... 1-4 1.1.3 Switch mode power supply .................... 1-5 Interface descriptions ........................1-6 The CU5000 remote control unit ....................1-7 The SB5006 service tool and the LB5007 LAN box ..............
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VHF 5000 System Installation ........................... 5-1 Mounting possibilities ........................5-1 Compass safe distance ......................... 5-5 Interface connections ........................5-6 5.3.1 System block diagram with connection box and 2 x extension box ....... 5-7 Special installations ........................5-8 5.2.1 Flush mounting with Retrofit ..................5-8 5.2.2 Installing the Oki Microline Printer .................
Functional unit description 1 Functional unit description This chapter will – in general terms - describe each of the functional units in a VHF 5000 series system. The RT5022/RT5020 VHF transceiver Should include short description of the default handset used.
Functional unit description VHF 5000 System 1.1.1 RF Board Board 1/25 Watt regulator det. Tx AF from Synth. Control RX/TX Buffer TX Lock Det. RX/TX Telephony 2. IF System IC Rx AF to First Dip- 2. Mixer IF AMP Filter lexer Ceramic filters 45 MHz...
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit description The module is connected to two antennas. One for voice communications and one for DSC reception only. Transmitter The AF signal from the base band module is led directly as modulation signal to the transmitter VCO. This signal is amplified in the power amplifier and led to the antenna through the RX/TX antenna shift relay.
Functional unit description VHF 5000 System 1.1.2 BB Main Block Base Band RX/TX Keyboard Display Power/ Detect. Synth. Control Speaker Receiver Flash NMEA Memory Options Duplex Control AUX 1-2, DSC call, DSC alarm filter SRAM Memory Synth. Control Speaker Temp Line out Receiver Earpice...
VHF 5000 System Functional unit description The baseband module is attached to all modules in the radio and is in control of these modules as well as peripheral interfaces. The baseband module has two main functionalities that are handled separately by a microprocessor and a digital signal processor.
VHF 5000 System Functional unit description Handset Unit Earpiece Cable f. Handset PTT Hook off Microphone 40340 The default handset is of a non intelligent type consisting of an electret microphone and an earpiece and a PTT key. All built in a sturdy housing. In the housing is also placed a reed switch and together with a strong magnet in the cradle, it forms a hook-off function.
Functional unit description VHF 5000 System The SB5006 service tool and the LB5007 LAN box LAN/Service interface MAC/PHY RS485 Ethernet RJ45 Ethernet to PC SparcII data converter from VHF 12.5V to 5V Memory and 3.3V converter 40368 Principle of operation LAN/Service box The unit converts the data from the Sparcbus to Ethernet data.
VHF 5000 System Maintenance 2 Maintenance If the VHF 5000 system has been installed properly the maintenance can, depending on the environments and working hours, be reduced to performance check at intervals, not exceeding 12 months. Preventive maintenance On a regular basis the following steps should be performed: •...
VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service 3 Functional unit workshop service This chapter will explain in detail for each system component: • The service concept • How to replace parts that are covered by this service concept • Verification of the unit that has been repaired Repairs and components that are not covered by the service concept will not be supported or supplied by Thrane &...
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Identifying Software failures The following diagram indicates the checks that can be done to identify software or configuration problems. Power up the radio (SW-01) (SW-02) DSP? (SB5006 (SW-03) Failed manual) Filesys? Update VHF software (SW-05) Failed...
3.2.3 Service tool The SB5006 service tool is compatible with all models of the SAILOR VHF 5000 Series equipment. The tool is the single equipment needed for updating and configuration of the RT5022/RT5020 transceiver software. 3.2.4 Service concept –...
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System 3.2.7 Removing/installing the Cover of RT5022/RT5020 Removal/Installing • If the radio has been installed using the Mounting Bracket, remove the two Mounting Plates (item 3) by removing the 6 x Screw M4x8 (item 4) Torx screwdriver, size 15 Tools required: •...
VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service 3.2.8 Removing/installing the Base Control Unit from Base Unit Removal/Installing • Remove 4 x Screw M2.5x8 (item 8) Torx screwdriver, size 8 Tools required: • The base control unit (item 7) can now be disassembled from the base unit (item 6) by pulling forwards. •...
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System 3.2.9 Removing/installing the Duplex filter from the VHF transceiver unit The Duplex filter should be firm fixed in all cable connections. There are no specific tests that identify failures in the duplex filter. For the RT5020 –...
VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service 3.2.10 Removing/installing the SMPS from the VHF transceiver unit. The switch mode power supply module is a candidate for replacement identified from a number of flows: (PC-Flow) (PC-Flow) Power Power connector connector (SPP-Flow) (SPP-Flow) SPARC-II SPARC-II...
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System • Locate the 8-pin connector in front of the PSU module. This connector is secured to shielding cover of the PSU module by means of a sealing compound. Fig. 2 • Release the sealing compound from the PSU shielding cover by cutting, using a sharp knife.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Remove the two (2) socket screws securing the power plug to the radio chassis. Fig. 6 • Remove the PSU module from the radio. Fig. 7 • Remove the four (4) retainer clips holding the regulator transistors against the E-profile and remove the E-profile from the PSU module.
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Note: Cut the end stubs of the wires on the soldering side of the pcb to a length not exceeding 3mm. Fig. 10 Installing: • Position the new PSU module in the chassis. Fig.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service • Fasten the E-profile to rear chassis by means of the two (2) screws installed from the back of the radio. Carefully observe that the E-profile does not rest on top of any components of the PSU module. Fig.
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System • Use a small amount of sealing compound (must not contain acid) to provide support of the coil to the stand off. Fig. 18 • Use a small amount of sealing compound (must not contain acid) to provide support of the ferrite coil and power plug wiring to the E-profile.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Fig. 22 • Secure the 8-pin connector at front of the PSU to the PSU cover using a small amount of sealing compound (must not contain acid). Fig. 23 • Connect the two (2) 20-pin ribbon cable connectors to the RF board and the Baseband board respectively.
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System 3.2.11 Removing/installing the BB module from the VHF transceiver unit. Use the following procedures & illustrations to remove/install the Base Band module. The sequence of the procedures applicable to the removal and the installation respectively is numbered 1 and 2 and should be carried out in this sequence.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Removal: • Remove 4 x screws securing the BB-shield to the chassis. (See Fig. 1) Carefully lift and remove shield from BB module. • Disconnect all cables connected to the BB-module. Remove 2 x screws securing the audio power amplifier IC against the heatsink through the retaining plate.
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Configuring the Radio after replacement of the Base Band module As all radio configuration and identity data resides on the Base Band module, it is necessary to configure a few settings on the radio, after the base unit or the Base Band module has been replaced: •...
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Removal: • Disconnect 4 x cables connecting duplex filter to the RF module (See Fig. 1). Each cable is identified by a coloured sleeve as follows (See Fig. 2): 1. Green 2. Yellow 3.
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System • Position the shielding cover correctly over the RF module. Install all 10 x screws loosely followed by tightening the outermost 4 screws in the order indicated in the illustration, applying a torque of max. 0.7Nm. Tighten the remaining 6 x screws applying a torque of max.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service • Remove 2 x screws securing the PA module to the chassis heatsink and gently lift out the PA module. Installing: Fig. 3 • Apply an adequate amount of heatsink com- pound to PA module base – (See Fig. 2). Place PA module in its correct position while being observant that the pins of the PA module pass freely through RF module cutouts.
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System 3.2.14 Removing/installing the internal loudspeaker of the VHF The transceiver front might need replacement (or perhaps only the speaker) if any of the flows indicate that replacement is needed. (OCIS-flow) Option int. speaker (Replace) (SPC-flow) replace...
VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service 3.2.15 Detailed fault finding Identifying failures on the external connectors This section will describe some possible scenarios to follow if the RT5022/RT5020 seems to be working poor or not at all together with attached external devices. Before dismantling the transceiver unit, check always first the installation (with reference to the installation section in the manual).
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System (RTA) - Rx/Tx antenna connection The Rx/Tx antenna connection is located on the rear right side of the VHF transceiver (see Section “Interface connections” in the installation section). If you reach this section of the manual, it is because there are identified problems with either the transmission of Voice/DSC or the reception of a voice signal.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions RTA-01 Secure antenna connector The antennas must be attached using original antenna connectors. The connector is buckled tight onto the antenna bush. RTA-02 Check reports for severe Pass: None of the listed During Rx/Tx shifts (PTT) no error messages RF module errors in messages...
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System (OCGP) – GPS/NMEA input The option connector is the upper D-SUB 15 Male connector on the rear side (see Section “Interface connections” in the installation section). The GPS input is a differential input on pins 12 and 13. This section is consulted after the installation and sanity check of the GPS device has been performed.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service (OCVDR) – Option connector VDR interface The option connector is the upper D-SUB 15 Male connector on the rear side (see Section “Interface connections” in the installation section). The VDR output is a differential output on pins 1 and 2 This section is consulted after the installation and sanity check of the VDR device has been performed.
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System (OCR) – Option connector external relay terminals The option connector is the upper D-SUB 15 Male connector on the rear side (see Section “Interface connections” in the installation section). The Relay terminals are assigned as follows: •...
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service (OCIS) – Option connector internal speaker output The option connector is the upper D-SUB 15 Male connector on the rear side (see Section “Interface connections” in the installation section). The internal speaker in the transceiver is connected to the pins 7 and 8 in this connector facilitated test purposes.
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions SPP-01 Secure SPARC-II The 15-pole DSUB cable connector is fixed connector to the transceiver using the corresponding screws. NOTE: Refer to the installation section for connector pin ratings. SPP-02 Check power supply in Pass: All supplies are valid.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service (SPES) – SPARC-II external speaker test The SPARC-II connector is the middle D-SUB 15 female connector on the left rear side (see Section “Interface connections” in the installation section). An external speaker can be connected to follow the Transceiver volume setting.
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions SPMA-01 Verify microphone audio is Pass: Microphone audio Activate audio transmission by pushing routed out from the signal is measured OK PTT from an active CU5000. CU5000 between pins 4 and 5. Fail: No signal measured on option pins 4 and 5.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service (SPLO) – SPARC-II connector line output The SPARC-II connector is the middle D-SUB 15 female connector on the left rear side (see Section “Interface connections” in the installation section). An auxiliary line output can be used to connect an external audio amplifier.
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System (HSC-01) (HSC-01) Secure handset Secure handset connector screw connector screw (SMPS-flow) (SMPS-flow) Failed Failed Passed Passed (HSC-02) (HSC-02) switch mode switch mode supply? supply? power supply power supply (Replace) (Replace) Failed Failed Passed Passed Replace BB Replace BB...
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Identifying module interconnect errors As this section requires the opening of the transceiver unit (please refer to the assembly/disassembly sections). At this stage the following should already be checked: • All installations have been verified to be sane and operational •...
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System (MKDC-01) (MKDC-01) Power up Power up (SMPS-flow) (SMPS-flow) Failed Failed Passed Passed (MKDC-02) (MKDC-02) power supply power supply supply? supply? verification verification (Replace) (Replace) Failed Failed Passed Passed (MKDC-03) (MKDC-03) Replace Replace on/off? on/off? MKD or BB MKD or BB...
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions MKDC-01 Power up radio MKDC-02 Power supply check Pass: All power supplies are See Figure (ref XX). Voltages are measured within Fail: Otherwise “LIGHT” connector: • Pin 5: +12.5V “DISPLAY”...
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System (MPC-01) (MPC-01) Power up Power up (Replace) (Replace) Failed Failed Replace Replace Passed Passed (MPC-02) (MPC-02) power power Source? Source? connector connector (Replace) (Replace) Failed Failed Passed Passed (MPC-03) (MPC-03) Replace BB Replace BB BB Power? BB Power? or MKD...
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service (ECC) – Connector cables to external devices Three cables are connecting external devices to the baseband module: • SPARC connector • Option connector • Handset connector If any external connector verification flow is failing, each of these three connector cables are examined for errors. If no errors are found on the cables, the baseband module PCB probably need to be replaced.
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions TIC-01 Power up radio TIC-02 SPI clock Pass: Activity observed Digital output from baseband board (Pin 16) Fail: Otherwise Check signal is toggling when activating/deactivating PTT. TIC-03 SPI Data Pass: Activity observed Digital output from baseband board (Pin 15) Fail: Otherwise...
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service (TIAF-01) (TIAF-01) Power up Power up (Replace) (Replace) Failed Failed (TIAF-02) (TIAF-02) Passed Passed Replace RF Replace RF Voice Voice receiver? receiver? (Replace) (Replace) (TIAF-03) (TIAF-03) Failed Failed Passed Passed Replace RF Replace RF receiver? receiver? (Replace)
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions TIAF-01 Power up radio TIAF-02 Voice receiver signal Pass: Activity AF signal Analog output (audio frequency) from RF check present and – if equipment and board (pin 1). skills are present - receiver Fail: Otherwise Bring radio in receiver mode generate...
VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service 3.3.3 Mechanical assembly and disassembly Removing/installing the spiral cable of the HS5001 Handset Use the following procedures & illustrations to remove/install the spiral cable of the HS5001 handset. The sequence of the procedures applicable to the removal and the installation respectively is consecutively numbered 1 through 3 and should be carried out in accordance with this Removal: •...
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System • Attach upper handset part to bottom part, engaging the taps at earpiece end first making sure that the two parts are seated correctly together – see Fig. 3 – and not having any cabling stuck between the two parts.
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VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Drawings 40175A 40176A 0608 3-45...
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System 3.3.4 Fault Finding (HS5001) Fault finding on the HS5001 transceiver handset is done following exactly the same flow as for verifying the handset connector (HSC – Figure ??). Failing test should lead to errors in the handset functions tested, rather than following the suggested subsequent flows.
VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service 3.4.5 Fault Identifying tests (CU5000) The CU5000 is water resistant, and shall never be disassembled for repair. The following flow describes a checklist to go through before determining the CU5000 should be replaced. (CU-01) (CU-01) check cabling &...
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Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions CU-01 Power up radio and Power up the transceiver first. Then power CU5000 up the CU5000. CU-02 Verify connected CU Pass: The CU5000 is lit. The • If the CU5000 is not responding well number of powered CU’s are press the “Dim”...
(transceivers and remote control units). To always assure the tool is optimal for servicing the SAILOR products it need to be upgraded to exploit service of the newest features available with the VHF series 5000 products.
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System 3.5.4 Fault identifying tests (LB5007/SB5006) The LB5007 setup is described in the SB5006 manual. Basically the error scenarios that are seen on the SB5006 and LB5007 will be identical. (LAN-01) (LAN-01) check cabling & check cabling &...
VHF 5000 System Functional unit workshop service Reference Operation/Test Test Criteria Comments/instructions LAN-01 Power up radio Wait for approximately 20 seconds in an installation before any checks are performed. LAN-02 Address of the LAN box Pass: The IP address on the Verified under the self-test menu 5.6.3.
Functional unit workshop service VHF 5000 System Servicing the AP4365/AP5065 Alarm Panel For servicing the AP4365/AP5065 please refer to the AP4365/AP5065 manual. Servicing the Matrix Printer For servicing the OKI Microline matrix printer please refer to the H1252B printer manual. 3.7.1 Fault identifying tests (Printer) The following checklist can be used to identify if the printer is somehow in disorder.
Feature sales 4 Feature sales For the VHF 5000 Series products it is possible to buy extra features. Once entered the matching license key in the product, the feature will be available to use. The key is entered from the keypad on the transceiver. Once the key is entered the radio will have the application available forever.
VHF 5000 System Installation 5 Installation Mounting possibilities VHF with mounting bracket 39835 Mounting option Drilling plan 4xø5.5 39837 Tilting +/- 20° Weight (RT5022): 4.1 kg Mounting bracket 1.0 kg 39836 Weight (RT5020): 4.9 kg Mounting bracket 1.0 kg 0608...
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Installation VHF 5000 System VHF with flush mounting bracket Bracket (Option) min. 100.00 Space for Cable entry 39938 Drilling plan 4 pcs. ø5 4 pcs. ø3.5 Weight: countersunk for M3 Mounting kit (Part no. 739814) 1 kg WARNING: Only use screws supplied with mounting kit for attaching flush mounting bracket to VHF radio.
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VHF 5000 System Installation Handset for transceiver Drilling plan * 120 Space for handset access This Handset has a hook-on/off function, which is activated by a small magnet imbedded in the ceadle. The cradle must be installed as illustrated in order to ensure the hook-on/off functionality of the Handset.
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Installation VHF 5000 System Installing a single CU After the CU is connected the unit can be operated straight away without any configuring. Installation with 2 CUs If an installation is carried out providing 2 new CUs, it is important when powering these up for the first time, that this is done sequentially, to allow the CUs to acquire their individual identity on the SPARC II bus: 2 newly installed CUs: •...
VHF 5000 System Installation Extension box LAN box Drilling plan Drilling plan 4 pcs. ø6 4xø4.5 4xø3.5 74.5 141.4 Mounting Mounting * 50 * 50 * 50 * 50 * Free space for mounting, ** Free space for cable entry. * Free space for mounting, ** Free space for cable entry.
Installation VHF 5000 System Interface connections VHF (rear view) Power 15-pin connector sub D male Option FUSE 12-24V DC 15-pin sub D female Sparc II Bus 9 pin sub D female Handset Main Antenna DSC Antenna 39815B Connection box board 639121 IF CU IS CONNECTED TO EB/CU EB/CU...
Installing other printers Other printer types – including laser printers – might be used as well with the Sailor RT5000 Series equipment. For installation of other printers, refer to the printer manufacturers’ manual. Thrane & Thrane A/S cannot be held responsible for proper working of any type of printer.
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VHF 5000 System Installation These print servers are verified. Though, most print servers that support the LPR printing protocols will be able to print using the RT5022/RT5020 with the LB5007. The printer servers mentioned are delivered with a normal AC to DC power supply. If AC power is not readily available or reliable on board the vessel, it might be necessary to add a secure power supply from the ship DC power (e.g.
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Installation VHF 5000 System LB5007 LAN Service Box RT5022/RT5020 CB5009 SPARC-II SPARC-II S t r a i g h t E t h e r ( = ) P r i n t e r s e r v e r Service PC S t r a i g h t E t h e r ( = ) H1252...
Multiple unit equipment If a vessel is equipped with multiple VHF radios the MMSI numbers will be the same for all radios. The Sailor RT5000 series radios – in such a system - can be addressed individually by programming the 10 digit in the MMSI number different from 0.
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