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AMEC AIS SART PLOMO-500 User Manual

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  • Page 2 The contents herein can only be used for the intended purpose of this manual. 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.
  • Page 3 The equipment said in this manual must only be used to which it was designed. Improper operation or installation may cause damage to the equipment or injury to personnel. AMEC will not incur any liability of equipment damage or personal injury due to improper use or installation of the equipment.
  • Page 4 Unless improper use, installation, or maintenance, the equipment will function properly at its optimum. The operation instructions contained in this manual is applied only to PLOMO-500. AMEC and the authorized local agent/dealer will not bear any responsibilities of damages resulted from improper installation by any unauthorized agent/dealer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    COPY RIGHT & DISCLAIMER WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTION III. FORWARD Page 1 AMEC AIS SART PLOMO-500 Introduction ............7 1.1 AIS SART Brief ......................... 7 1.2 PLOMO-500 Overview ......................8 2 INSTALLATION ....................10 2.1 Items in the Package ......................10 2.2 Wall bracket installation .......................

  • Page 6: Amec Ais Sart Plomo-500 Introduction

    AMEC AIS SART PLOMO-500 Introduction 1.1 AIS SART Brief AMEC’s PLOMO-500 AIS SART is a self-contained radio transmitter used to locate a survival craft or distressed vessel by sending updated position reports using Automatic Identification System (AIS) class-A position report. Primary intended for use in a life raft or survival craft, an AIS SART can be deployed on board or in the water.

  • Page 7: Plomo-500 Overview

    1.2 PLOMO-500 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. The AIS SART is packed inside a buoyant carry bag with carry strap.
  • Page 8 Figure 3 AIS SART key features description...

  • Page 9: Installation

    2.1 Items in the Package The PLOMO-500 is typically delivered with standard package as shown in Table 2-1. It is also illustrated in Figure 2-1 (except manual). Table 2-1 Standard equipment list Description AMEC PLOMO-500 AIS SART Manual Carry Bag 1M Extension Pole Installation...

  • Page 10: Wall Bracket Installation

    2.2 Wall bracket installation When selecting a suitable mounting position consider the following points: Ease of access in an emergency, adjacent to the ship’s bridge wing exits ready for easy access is recommended. Position at least 1m from compass equipment. Environmental protection, chose a protected location away from the extreme effects of the weather and protected from powerful vessel wash down hoses.

  • Page 11: Emergency Procedure

    3 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. 3.1 Abandon ship! Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Lift Carry Bag out of Bring Carry Bag and jump...

  • Page 12: Activation Process

    3.2 Activation Process 1. Pull and break the red Anti-tamper Cap to reveal the activation panel. 2. 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. Figure WARNING: DO NOT COVER GNSS AREA WHILE ACTIVE (see Figure 7 GPS/GNSS AREA Location...

  • Page 13: Deployment Guidelines

    3.3 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.

  • Page 14: Mounting Outside A Canopy Life Raft

    3.4 Mounting outside a canopy life raft 1. 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. 2. Release the lanyard spool and tether the free end of the lanyard to a securer fixing point within the survival craft.

  • Page 15: Deactivation Process

    3.6 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 10 Deactivation After de-activating, all LEDs shall be off. If any LED is still flashing, press the NOTE: TEST button again for more than 3 seconds to de-activate the unit.

  • Page 16: Ais Sart Target Visualization

    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.

  • Page 17: Servicing Schedule

     Contacting AMEC Group direct  Contacting a distributor of AMEC products If the AIS SART must be returned, the original packaging should be used if possible. Check your AIS SART for any damage or wear and tear according to the manufacturer’s instructions (please refer to www.alltekmarine.com...
  • Page 18 The indicator will flash Green LED or Orange LED . 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.

  • Page 19: Mechanical Inspection

    5.4 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. ...

  • Page 20: Transportation

    5.7 Transportation This information is given in good faith and is believed to be accurate at the date of preparation. AMEC makes no warranty, either express or implied, with respect to this information, and disclaims all liability from reference on it.

  • Page 21: Appendix

    6 APPENDIX 6.1 Product Specifications APPLICABLE STANDARDS IEC 61097-14 Ed.1 (2010) IEC 60945 Ed. 4 (2002) incl. Corrigendum 1 (2008) IMO Resolution MSC.246 (83) ITU-R M.1371-5 (2014) VHF TRANSMITTER Operating Frequency AIS 1, 161.975MHz AIS 2, 162.025MHz Data Rate 9,600bps Bandwidth 25 KHz Power Output...
  • Page 22 CARRY & MOUNTING Carry Bag Wall Mount ENVIRONMENT Operating Temperature -20°C~55°C Storage Temperature -30°C~70°C Waterproof Immersion to 10m Buoyancy Floats Exterior Finish Highly Visible Yellow Standard Magnetic – 0.60m Compass Safe Distance Steering Magnetic – 0.40m PHYSICAL Max Diameter (Main Body ) 70 mm Length (Main Body) 300 mm...

  • Page 23: Dimensions

    6.2 Dimensions PLOMO-500 Front View Figure 5-2-1 PLOMO-500 front view PLOMO-500 Side View Figure 5-2-2 PLOMO-500 side view Pole Front View Figure 5-2-3 PLOMO-500 pole front view...
  • Page 24 Pole Side View Figure 5-2-4 PLOMO-500 pole side view Bag Front View Figure 5-2-5 PLOMO-500 bag side view Bag Side View Figure 5-2-6 PLOMO-500 bag side view...

  • Page 25: Amec Worldwide Warranty

    AMEC original equipment manufacturer (a ‘AMEC OEM’), the date that such vessel was purchased by the first retail customer.
  • Page 26  Costs associated with routine system checkouts, alignment/calibration, sea trials or commissioning;  Defects or damage that result from the use of non-AMEC branded or certified products, accessories or other peripheral equipment, including without limitation housings, parts, or software; ...

  • Page 27: Declaration Of Conformity

    No oral or written representations made by AMEC or any seller, reseller or distributor of the products, including employees and agents thereof, shall create any additional warranty obligations, increase the scope, or otherwise modify in any manner the terms of this Warranty.

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