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L3 Communications ProTec AISA1000-10 Installation And Operation Manual

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AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
AIS PART NUMBER
AISA1000-10
Initial Issue
Dec. 01/06
P/N: 165M0014-10

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  • Page 1 ProTec AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL AIS PART NUMBER AISA1000-10 Initial Issue Dec. 01/06 P/N: 165M0014-10...
  • Page 2 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems AIS Hardware I&O Manual 165M0014-10 Initial Issue Dec. 01/06 EXPORT CONTROL STATEMENT AIS TECHNOLOGY / DATA: “This Automatic Identification System (AIS) Products/Technology is being exported from the United States in accordance with the Export Administration Regualtions (ECCN #7E994, #4E992), No License Re- quired (NLR).
  • Page 3 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems GENERAL This product and related documentation must be reviewed for familiarization with safety markings and instructions before operation. This board was constructed in an ESD (electro static discharge) protected environment. This is because most of the semiconductor devices used in this board are susceptible to damage by static discharge.
  • Page 4 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems RETURN MATERIAL POLICY Components and spare parts purchased from L–3 that are discrepant for any of the following reasons may be re- turned immediately provided the extended value of the parts are in excess of $100.00. Overshipments Quantity of parts received in excess of quantity specified on purchase order.
  • Page 5 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems RETURN OF MATERIAL UNDER WARRANTY Material should be returned to the following address: L–3 COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION AVIATION RECORDERS DIVISION 6000 E. Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34232 Attn: WARRANTY RETURNS For returning overseas shipments, the following customs broker must be used: L–3 COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION AVIATION RECORDERS DIVISION c/o A.J.
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems TABLE OF CONTENTS AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM SUBJECT/DESCRIPTION PAGE SECTION 1 – ProTec AIS Introduction 1.1. General ..............1–3 1.1.1.
  • Page 8 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) SUBJECT/DESCRIPTION PAGE 1.4.7. Sensor Input Data and Formats ......... . . 1–19 1.5.
  • Page 9 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) SUBJECT/DESCRIPTION PAGE 2.1.1.4 Pilot Port ..............2–4 2.1.2.
  • Page 10 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) SUBJECT/DESCRIPTION PAGE 3.1.3. Installing the VHF Antenna ..........3–13 3.1.4.
  • Page 11 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE TITLE PAGE Figure 1–1. AIS Transponder ........... . 1–6 Figure 2–1.
  • Page 12 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems LIST OF FIGURES (Continued) FIGURE TITLE PAGE Figure 3–12. Calculating Antenna Position ......... 3–22 Figure 4–1.
  • Page 13 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems SECTION 1 ProTec AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS) INTRODUCTION 165M0014-10 Initial Issue Page 1–1 Dec. 01/06...
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  • Page 15: Section 1 - Protec Ais Introduction

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems ProTec AIS Introduction 1.1. General The L-3 ProTec is an Automatic Identification System transponder which is fully com- pliant to the technical specifications defined by the IMO and outlined in ITU.R.M 1371-1. The transponder employs the latest radio frequency and SOTDMA and DSC controller technology to provide a high performance, automated, and reliable identifi- cation system for commercial mariners.

  • Page 16: References

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems When it has been determined that one or more of these assemblies is faulty, the faulty assembly(ies) should be removed and returned to the Aviation Recorders fac- tory for repair or replacement. Attempts to repair any of these assemblies will void the warranty.

  • Page 17: Acronyms

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems IEC 61162-1 Edition 1.0, Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Equipment and Systems - Digital Interfaces - Part 100: Single Talker and Multiple Listeners IEC 61162-2 Edition 1.0, Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Equipment and Systems - Digital Interfaces - Part 100: Single Talker and Multiple Listeners, High-Speed Transmissions 1.1.3.

  • Page 18: Technical Specifications

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems communications STATUS ON/OFF/DIM PILOT 1. Front Panel Mating Connectors NOTE: Pilot Port - L3 PN: 063-98-02113 TYCO PN: 206485-1 Figure 1–1. AIS Transponder 1.2. Technical Specifications Standards IMO MSC.74(69) Annex 3, IEC 61993-2 Ed. 1, ITU.R.M.1371-1 Ship reporting capacity 2250 reports per minute, 4500 reports per minute on two channels TDMA Transmitter...
  • Page 19 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Internal GPS Receiver 12 Channel, UTC Synchronization Jitter: ± 100 ms [Time between slot start and transmitter on.] Navigational data COG/SOG, ROT, POS, Heading from external sources Display Integral MKD with 160 x 64 Dots backlit LCD INTERFACE Input ABM, ACA, ACK, AIR, BBM, DTM, GBS, GGA, GLL, GNS, HDT,...

  • Page 20: Ais Description

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.3. AIS Description 1.3.1. Compact Design The completely self-contained L-3 ProTec is the most compact AIS unit available on the market today with outside dimensions of 6.5” W (16.5 cm.) x 3.4” H (8.6 cm.) x 7.4”...

  • Page 21: Equipment List

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.3.5. Equipment List The Standard AIS Installation Kit includes the following equipment: Transponder Unit Flush Mount Kit Trunion Mount Kit IEC NMEA Data Cable Terminal Strips (Qty: 3) Power Cable Ground Cable Installation Manuals In order to complete the installation, the following items will be required. GPS Antenna with coaxial cable VHF Antenna with coaxial cable Gyro Interface (if gyro output is not NMEA)

  • Page 22: Operational Modes

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.3.6. Operational Modes The ProTec AIS is designed to operate in each of three modes: Autonomous and Continuous, Assigned and Polled which are defined below. 1.3.6.1 Autonomous and Continuous This is the default mode. The ProTec AIS will determine its own schedule for trans- mission of position and identification and will automatically resolve scheduling con- flicts with other stations using the Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access (SOTDMA) methodology.

  • Page 23: Dsc Functionality

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.3.7. DSC Functionality The Assigned and Polled operational modes are activated through a DSC message transmitted by the competent authority. In order to provide for this, the ProTec AIS contains a dedicated DSC receiver that is tuned to channel 70. DSC messages originating from shore stations of competent authorities will define regional AIS fre- quencies, regions of coverage, required transmission schedule and/or interrogation request.

  • Page 24: Ais Frequencies

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Dimensions of ship - to nearest meter. Location on ship where reference point for position reports is located. Type of position fixing device - various options from differential GPS to un- defined. Draught of ship - 1/10 meter to 25.5 meters [note “air-draught” is not pro- vided].

  • Page 25: Interface Description

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.4. Interface Description 1.4.1. Pilot Systems Input Data and Formats The input data and formats are shown in Table 1–2, and the details of the sentences can be found in IEC 61162-1. Table 1–2. Pilot System High-Speed Input Data Formats Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences Normal Access - Parameter Entry...

  • Page 26: Pilot Systems Output Data And Formats

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.4.2. Pilot Systems Output Data and Formats The output data and formats are shown in Table 1–3, and the details of the sen- tences can be found in IEC 61162-1. Table 1–3. Pilot System High-Speed Output Data Formats Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences Prepared by AIS Transponder...

  • Page 27: Long Range Equipment Interface

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems The Pilot input/output port defined by IEC 61193-2 for connections of ship’s pilot equipment shall, if fitted, be connected using the pilot port cable, p/n: 024M0099-03. The Pilot input/output port meets the requirement of IEC 61162-2 and is terminated as shown in Table 1–4.

  • Page 28: Long Range Input Data And Formats

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems The Officer of the Watch must approve the Long Range reply when in MANUAL mode, by a means of pressing a keyboard button on the L-3 ProTec before the reply is performed. The Long Range reply, when in EXT APPL mode, is made by the L-3 ProTec upon reception of confirmation / acknowledgement from the external application via the high-speed ports.

  • Page 29: Long Range Output Data And Formats

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.4.6. Long Range Output Data and Formats The output data and formats are in the form of four Long Range reply sentences, LRF, LR1, LR2, and LR3, refer to Table 1–6. The LRF sentence provides the “Function Reply Status” for the requested information.

  • Page 30: Table 1-6. Long Range Output Data And Formats

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Table 1–6. Long Range Output Data and Formats Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences Long Range Function identification LRF - Long Range Function Requestor MMSI and Name Request for: - Ship’s name, call sign and IMO number (A) - Date and time of message composition (B) - Position (C) - Course over ground (E)

  • Page 31: Sensor Input Data And Formats

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.4.7. Sensor Input Data and Formats The L-3 ProTec Shipborne Class A Transponder supports input data sentences from various ship sensors, refer to Table 1–7. Table 1–7. Sensor Input Data and Formats Sensor Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences GNSS Positions system: DTM, GBS, GGA, GLL, GNS, GRS, GSA,...

  • Page 32: Gbs - Gnss Satellite Fault Detection

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.5.1.2 GBS - GNSS Satellite Fault Detection If this sentence is received from the position source, with Latitude error or Longitude error specified, the RAIM flag will be set to TRUE. If both are Null or 60 seconds goes by without a GBS sentence, RAIM flag goes to False Field Notes...

  • Page 33: Gns - Gnss Fix Data

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.5.1.5 GNS - GNSS Fix Data If the Mode Indicator is a NULL field, the sentence is ignored. Field Notes UTC of Position UTC Second is used to indicate Time Stamp Latitude (2 fields) Used Longitude (2 fields) Used Mode Indicator Used...

  • Page 34: Rot - Rate Of Turn

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.5.1.8 ROT - Rate of Turn The rate of turn value is only used if the talker identifier is “TI”. Otherwise the value will only be used to determine if the vessel is “Moving Right” or “Moving Left”. Field Notes Rate of Turn...

  • Page 35: 1.5.1.11 Zda - Time And Date

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.5.1.11 ZDA - Time and Date This message is only processed if it is received from the internal GPS (the time synchronization source). Field Notes Used Used Month Used Year Used Local Zone Hours Ignored Local Zone Minutes Ignored 1.5.2.

  • Page 36: Aca - Ais Regional Channel Assignment Message

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.5.2.2 ACA - AIS Regional Channel Assignment Message The zone created of this sentence must be accepted by the channel management rules (size of zone, distance to own position, etc.) If the zone isn’t accepted, the zone will be ignored.

  • Page 37: Air - Ais Interrogation Request

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.5.2.5 AIR - AIS Interrogation Request Field Notes MMSI 1 Used Message ID 1.1 Used Message Subsection Ignored Message ID 1.2 Used, may be NULL Message Subsection Ignored MMSI 2 Used, may be NULL Message ID 2.1 Used, may be NULL Message Sub Section Ignored...

  • Page 38: Vsd - Voyage Static Data

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 1.5.2.8 VSD - Voyage Static Data Field Notes Type of Ship and Cargo Used Maximum Present Draught Used Persons On-Board Used Destination Used Estimated UTC of Arrival Used Estimated Day of Arrival Used Estimated Month of Arrival Used Navigational Status Used...

  • Page 39: Operation

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems SECTION 2 ProTec AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS) OPERATION 165M0014-10 Initial Issue Page 2–1 Dec. 01/06...
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  • Page 41: Minimum Keyboard Display

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems ProTec AIS Operation 2.1. Operation The L-3 ProTec has been designed to require minimal user interaction during normal operation. The interface consists of an integral alphanumeric display with alphanu- meric keypad providing for data entry, retrieval and display. 2.1.1.

  • Page 42: Power/Dim Control

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems NOTE: When the AIS is in operation it is normal for the housing to be warm to the touch. 2.1.1.1 Power/Dim Control A single control knob controls both the on/off function and backlighting level for the LCD.
  • Page 43 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Directional ARROW Keys Used to navigate between data entry fields on a data entry form and scroll right/left and up/down in an alphanumeric display field. When in Closest Vessel (default) screen, the Left or Right Arrow Keys will allow the user to toggle between the Ship Name display and the MMSI screen.

  • Page 44: Data Display Screens

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Repeated key presses will result in cycling through the character options repeatedly. When the operator stops pressing keys for longer than the preset timeout, the last value is retained and the cursor moves to the next location in the field. Pressing a different key forces acceptance of the last character for the field and moves the cur- sor along.

  • Page 45: Own Ship Information

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Text messaging can be disabled by pressing the FNC → 1 button. When text mes- saging is disabled a “Tx Disabled” message will appear in the upper right hand area of the display window. The AIS can be set to use it’s internal GPS by pressing the FNC → 4 button. When using the internal GPS a “+”...

  • Page 46: Data Entry Screens

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Ext DGNSS - External GPS in use (corrected). Int M17Corr - Internal GPS in use (corrected, message 17). Int Bcncorr - Internal GPS in use (corrected, beacon). Ext Uncorr - External GPS in use (uncorrected). Int Uncorr - Internal GPS in use (uncorrected). No Pos Src - No sensor position in use.

  • Page 47: Logon / Logoff Screen

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Logon / Logoff System Information and Config Vessel / Voyage Setup Antenna Position Setup View Alarm Status View General Status View Down-Time Log View Safety Text Log Set AIS Channels Edit Channel Mgmt Settings Change Password Set Baud Rates LCD Viewing Angle NOTE:...

  • Page 48: Table 2-1. Protec Ais Default Passwords

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems change the MMSI number, IMO number, Name of the ship, Call Sign, passwords, or anything contained in the Channel management screen. Press FNC → NAV button from any menu and use the up (↑) or down (↓) arrow keys.

  • Page 49: System Information And Configuration

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems To log on perform the following: Press the FNC key. Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear. Select Logon, and press the ENT key. The System Password Entry screen will appear. Press the ENT key, and enter the password, and press the ENT again.

  • Page 50: Figure 2-6. System Information And Configuration Screen

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems SW Rev: Software Revision of transponder. Pwd Rqrd: Password required. Determines whether or not a password is required at power up. Al Popup: Alarm Popups. Yes = popups enabled, No = disabled. Scrn Tmt: Screen Timeout. Yes = default to NAV screen after 30 seconds, No = disable LR RsPns: Long Range Response.

  • Page 51: Vessel/Voyage Setup

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 2.1.4.4 Vessel/Voyage Setup The Vessel/Voyage Setup screen allows the user to enter the following information, which is required to be completed during the installation of the AIS. MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service ID: Maximum nine (9) numbers. NavS: Navigational Status: UNDFND...

  • Page 52: Figure 2-7. Vessel Data Setup

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Enter Data in MMSI Field ( MMSI ). Enter Data in Navigational Status Field ( NavS ). Enter Data in IMO Number Field ( IMO# ). Enter Data in Maximum Sailing Draft Field ( MaxD ). Enter Data in Radio Callsign Field ( CSgn ).

  • Page 53: Table 2-3. Vessel Type Codes

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Table 2–3. Vessel Type Codes Special Crafts Other Ships First Digit Second Digit Pilot Boats reserved for All ships of this type future use Search and Rescue Vessels Carrying DG HS or MP IMO hazard or pollutant Tugs category A See Below...

  • Page 54: Channel Management

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 2.1.4.5 Channel Management This page displays all of the relevant information regarding the regions established either by manual entry, a governing authority’s VTS station broadcasting region infor- mation, or another Universal AIS broadcasting the data. These regions determine the authorized operating frequencies for the coverage area.

  • Page 55: Antenna Position

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Use the up and down arrow keys and the left and right arrow keys to highlight an entry point, and press the ENT key. Enter the data, press the ENT key, and move to the next data entry point. After all of the data is entered for that region, press the FNC key twice and then press the ENT key to save the data.

  • Page 56: Figure 2-10. Antenna Position Measurements

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems To enter the antenna position, perform the following: (Refer to Figure 2–9 and Figure 2–10) Press the FNC key. Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear. Using the down Arrow key, select “Antenna Position Setup”, and press the ENT key.

  • Page 57: Text Messaging

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 2.1.4.7 Text Messaging Text messages include specific addressed messages, broadcast messages, and safety messages. To send a particular type of message perform the steps as de- scribed below: MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service ID: Nine digit unique identification number Mode: Mode: Broadcast:...

  • Page 58: View Safety Text Log

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Using the down arrow key, highlight “Broadcast”, and press the ENT key. NOTE: Unless instructed, leave TxCh to Auto Select. Using the down arrow key, highlight the text portion of the screen, press the ENT key, and type in the message. Press the MSG key to broadcast the message.

  • Page 59: Change Password

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Figure 2–12. Safety Text Review Screen 2.1.4.9 Change Password NOTE: Only users with an administrative password can change passwords To change the transponder’s access password, perform the following: Press the FNC key. Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear. Using the down Arrow key, select Change Password, and press the ENT key.

  • Page 60: 2.1.4.10 System Alert Screen

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Figure 2–13. Password Change Screen 2.1.4.10 System Alert Screen This screen will appear when a system alert is received. Press the ENT key to ac- knowledge the alert. Figure 2–14. System Alert Screen 2.1.4.11 Alarm Status The ProTec AIS unit does not support a “General Failure”...

  • Page 61: Figure 2-15. Alarm Status Screen

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems To review Safety Text Messages that have been received, perform the following: Press the FNC key. Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear. Using the down Arrow key, select “View Alarm Status”, and press the ENT key. Use the up (↑) or down (↓) arrow keys to view previous or next messages re- spectively.

  • Page 62: Table 2-4. Integrity Alarm Conditions Signalled Using Alr Sentence Formatter

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Table 2–4. Integrity Alarm Conditions Signalled Using ALR Sentence Formatter As per IEC 61193–2 Reaction of the system to the alarm condition threshold exceeded Alarm’s description text AIS: Tx malfunction Stop transmission AIS: Antenna VSWR exceeds limit Continue operation AIS: Rx channel 1 malfunction Stop transmission on affected channel...

  • Page 63: 2.1.4.12 General Status Screen

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 2.1.4.12 General Status Screen This menu page displays a table of events describing the general status of the oper- ating unit along with a time stamp of when each automatic entry was made. Table 2–5 explains the codes that are referenced on this page. Refer to Table 2–5 for an explanation of the General Status codes.

  • Page 64: Table 2-5. Sensor Status Indications Signalled Using Txt Sentence Formatter

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Table 2–5. Sensor Status Indications Signalled Using TXT Sentence Formatter As per IEC 61193–2 Text Message Reaction of the system AIS: UTC clock lost Continue operation using indirect or semaphore synchronization AIS: external DGNSS in use Continue operation AIS: external GNSS in use Continue operation...

  • Page 65: 2.1.4.13 Down-Time Log

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 2.1.4.13 Down-Time Log This screen shows the date, time and duration that the transponder has been pow- ered off. To review Down-Time Log, perform the following: Press the FNC key. Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear. Using the down Arrow key, select “View Down-Time Log”, and press the ENT key.

  • Page 66: 2.1.4.15 Baud Rate Setup

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen. Figure 2–18. LCD Viewing Angle Adjust Screen 2.1.4.15 Baud Rate Setup IEC Sensor Input Channels: Valid baud rates for CH1, CH2, and CH3 - 4800, 9600, 19200, and 38400.

  • Page 67: 2.1.4.16 Set Ais Channels

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 2.1.4.16 Set AIS Channels This menu page allows the administrator to set the default, Open Seas, transmit and receive frequencies as well as the operating power level. AIS Channel A: 2087 should be default (Channel 87B, 161.975 MHz) AIS Channel B: 2088 should be default (Channel 88B, 162.025 MHz) Power Level: Hi = high power, Lo = low power...
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  • Page 69 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems SECTION 3 ProTec AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS) INSTALLATION 165M0014-10 Initial Issue Page 3–1 Dec. 01/06...
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  • Page 71: Section 3 - Protec Ais Installation

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems ProTec AIS Installation 3.1. Installation The L-3 ProTec Transponder has been designed for easy installation into any exist- ing bridge layout. Figure 3–1 gives a general representation of the system layout. Installation can be broken down into 5 distinct operations as follows: Transponder VHF Antenna GPS Antenna...

  • Page 72: Transponder

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 3.1.1. Transponder The L-3 ProTec is a single box design which is easily installed into any existing bridge layout. The compact design requires minimal clearance (refer to Section 4 Figure 4–1 and Figure 4–2) and can be mounted in a trunion bracket or mounted flush using the available flush–mount bracket.
  • Page 73 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems For steps (5) through (9) refer to Paragraph 3.1.2. Connect the IEC cable to data port on back of Transponder. NOTE: If an interface adapter must be used to convert either Gyro output and/or dGPS output to IEC (NMEA 0183) standard, the output from the interfaces should be located as near as possible to the sending unit (Gyro or dGPS) and the output cables led to the IEC terminal block.

  • Page 74: Connecting The Iec Data Interface Cable

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 3.1.2. Connecting the IEC Data Interface Cable The AIS Transponder receives data from the ship’s sensors through a data interface cable which is connected to the back of the transponder through a data port. IMO regulations require that the ship heading, speed–over–ground (SOG), course–over– ground (COG), rate–of–turn (ROT) and position be transmitted from the AIS.

  • Page 75: Data Cable

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems The IEC I/O electrical characteristics are as follows: The “A”, “B” and “C” leads are as defined in IEC 61162–1, 61162–2 and V.11. “A” and “B” are both signal leads with “C” being the effective return for both the “A” and “B”...

  • Page 76: Figure 3-2. Ais Transponder Iec Data Cable

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Pin 1 Pin 22 P1–Connector, Cannon p/n 2DA31P Metal or metalized plastic backshell, Cannon p/n DA121073–150 or Equivalent Pin 31 Pin 10 Thumbscrew, Cannon p/n 250–8501–013 or Equivalent Cable, ECS p/n 622818 Marker, Brady p/n PWC–PK3 or Equivalent 10 in.

  • Page 77: Figure 3-3. Iec Data Cable External Wiring Diagram

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems CABLE GROUP 1 CABLE GROUP 2 CABLE GROUP 3 12–24 VDC Figure 3–3. IEC Data Cable External Wiring Diagram 165M0014-10 Initial Issue Page 3–9 Dec. 01/06...

  • Page 78: Table 3-2. Iec Cable Pinouts

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems NOTE: Each shielded twisted pair of wires is shielded as well by metallic shielding and a drain wire connected to this shield- ing is to be connected in accordance with Table 3–2. Table 3–2. IEC Cable Pinouts Cable Wire Color IEC Pin...

  • Page 79: Figure 3-4. Ais Transponder Power Cable

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Signal Table for “Cable Assembly, Power/BIIT, External” Line Color Name Description Function Power Black B(–) Battery, negative Power return –– B(+) Battery, positive Power input +24VDC/10A (nominal voltages) Green BIIT 1 BIIT relay, terminal 1 BIIT Status Contact closure 220VDC/ 2ADC/ 60W 220VDC/ 2ADC/ 60W...

  • Page 80: Figure 3-5. Pilot Port Cable

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems P2 DB9 Connector J1 Pilot Port Connector 72 in.  2 1.8 m  0.05 m Figure 3–5. Pilot Port Cable NOTE: A Digital Volt Meter may be used to determine the “A” and “B” polarities. A negative voltage when referenced to ground would indicate “A”, while a positive voltage when referenced to ground would indicate “B”.
  • Page 81 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 3.1.3. Installing the VHF Antenna Installation of a VHF antenna is as important to reliable communications as the transceiver itself. It is recommended that a high quality antenna be purchased from an established source and that all manufactures instructions be followed with partic- ular attention to cable routing and connector installation.
  • Page 82 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 3.1.4. Installing the GPS Antenna The correct installation of a GPS antenna is crucial to the operation of the trans- ponder because the internal transmission synchronization relies on the accuracy of the time signal obtained from the GPS. It is recommended that a high quality GPS antenna be purchased from an established source and that all manufactures instruc- tions be followed with particular attention to cable routing and connector installation.

  • Page 83: Figure 3-6. Ais Transponder Antenna Diagram

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems RG213/RG214 COAXIAL CABLE 100 FEET 30 METERS RG213/RG214 COAXIAL CABLE 30 FEET 9 METERS Figure 3–6. AIS Transponder Antenna Diagram 165M0014-10 Initial Issue Page 3–15 Dec. 01/06...

  • Page 84: Terminal Block

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Power Consumption: 24 VDC 12 Watts nominal – 50 Watts max. OTHER NOTES: DGPS ARPA PILOT/PC Back Panel Mating Connectors VHF Antenna – L3 PN: PL–259 (Generic) (20 ft. cable supplied) TELEGARTNER J01041A0004 TERMINAL BLOCK Power BIIT – L3 PN: 063–98–02108 (6 ft. cable supplied) CONXALL PN: 6382–4SG–522 GPS –...

  • Page 85: Powerup And Configuration

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 3.1.5. PowerUp and Configuration At this stage you should have the following steps completed: Transponder installed and 10–28 Vdc power connected. VHF antenna installed and connected to transponder. GPS antenna installed and connected to transponder. IEC data cable installed and connected to transponder and terminal block. The next step in the installation of the AIS transponder involves setup and configura- tion.

  • Page 86: Vessel / Voyage Setup

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Table 3–4. ProTec AIS Default Passwords Default Passwords Administrative L3AIS User L3USR Press FNC and then the NAV button. Enter Password. Press ENT. Verify password entry confirmation message is present. Press ESC to continue. 3.1.5.2 Vessel / Voyage Setup The Vessel Data Setup screen allows the user to enter the following information which is required to be completed during the installation of the AIS.

  • Page 87: Figure 3-9. Uais Main System Menu

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Perform the following to setup the Vessel/Voyage data: If already on the UAIS Main System Menu screen, go to Step (2). Otherwise, press FNC and then NAV to get to the UAIS Main System Menu screen. (Refer to Figure 3–9.) NOTE: Figure 3–9 shows the UAIS Main System Menu screen as it appears as the user initially enters this menu.

  • Page 88: Figure 3-10. Vessel/Voyage Setup

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Use DOWN ARROW key to scroll down to Vessel/Voyage Setup. Press ENT. Figure 3–10. Vessel/Voyage Setup Use the following instructions to enter data for Steps (3) through (9). (Refer to Figure 3–10.) Use the LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN arrows to navigate between fields. Use the ENT key to select a field to enter.

  • Page 89: Table 3-5. Vessel Type Codes

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Table 3–5. Vessel Type Codes Special Crafts Other Ships First Digit Second Digit Pilot Boats reserved for All ships of this type future use Search and Rescue Vessels Carrying DG HS or MP IMO hazard or pollutant Tugs category A See Below...

  • Page 90: Antenna Position Configuration

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 3.1.5.3 Antenna Position Configuration On the UAIS Main System Menu screen, use DOWN ARROW key to scroll down to Antenna Position. Press ENT to select. (Refer to Figure 3–11.) Figure 3–11. Antenna Position NOTE: The INT antenna is the antenna dedicated to the GPS re- ceiver internal to the AIS.

  • Page 91: Verify Transponder Linkup To Ship's Dgps & Gyro

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems Press ENT to save data. Enter External GPS Antenna Position. (Refer to Figure 3–12.) Enter External GPS Antenna “A” Position Enter External GPS Antenna “B” Position Enter External GPS Antenna “C” Position Enter External GPS Antenna “D” Position Press ENT to save data.
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  • Page 95: Figure 4-1. Ais Transponder O&D Drawing With Trunion Bracket

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 7.23 in.  .12 184 mm  3 31.75 mm 1.25 in. 6.87 in.  .12 7.81 in.  .12 31.75 mm 6.40 in.  .06 1.25 in. 198 mm 174 mm 163 mm  1.5 31.75 mm 1.25 in.

  • Page 96: Figure 4-2. Ais Transponder O&D Drawing

    Aviation Recorders Marine Systems 7.23 in.  .12 184 mm  3 6.40  .06 163 mm  1.5 0.625 15.875 mm 83 mm 3.14 in. 2.937 in.  1.5  .06  .06 3.28 in. 80 mm  .06 75 mm  1.5  1.5...

  • Page 97: Figure 4-3. Iec Data Cable Interconnect Diagram

    CHANNEL 4 DB9 MALE NOTES: RS422 TX_A AND TX_B DATA DIRECTION IS ASSUMED WITH RX_A THE L3 COMMUNICATIONS UAIS RX_B REFERENCED AS THE MASTER. FOR EXAMPLE, TRANSMIT DATA ORIGINATES FROM THE L-3 UAIS AND RECEIVE DATA IS TERMINATED AT RS422 RX_A AND RX_B THE L3 UAIS.
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  • Page 101 Aviation Recorders Marine Systems ProTec AIS INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Installation Tasks Completed Date (Yes / No) Transponder Installed IEC Cable Connected VHF Antenna Installed and Connected GPS Antenna Installed and Connected Power Up and Configuration Tasks Transponder Powered Up MMSI Number Entered Navigational Status Entered IMO Number Entered Maximum Sailing Draft Entered...
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