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Vespermarine XB-6000 Install Manual

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  • Page 1 XB-6000 | XB-8000 Install Guide...

  • Page 2: Optional Accessories

    Your XB-6000 / XB-8000 is a Class B AIS Transponder with NMEA gateway and integrated NMEA 2000 and WiFi*. The XB provides information to improve your situational awareness and assist in avoiding collisions at sea. Because it consumes very low power it may be left turned on whenever your vessel is underway.

  • Page 3: Status Led

    CONNECTIONS • LED Status • AIS/VHF antenna 185mm (7 1/4”) • USB • GPS antenna • NMEA 2000 • 10 pin power/data port Mount your XB at least 0.6m (2 feet) from any compass. Test your compass to verify that it operates properly when the XB is operating. STATUS LED COLOR STATE...

  • Page 4: Vhf Antenna

    VHF ANTENNA • A dedicated VHF antenna or Vesper Marine AIS/VHF Antenna Splitter is required. • Choose a high quality omnidirectional VHF antenna designed for the marine band (156-162MHz) and ensure it is well tuned at the AIS end of the band (VSWR 2:1 or less at 162MHz).

  • Page 5: External Gps Antenna

    Status software or the WatchMate Apple* or Android app* to view the satellite signal strengths which will assist in determining the best location for mounting the XB-6000 or the external GPS antenna for both the XB-6000 and XB-8000 (see configuration section).
  • Page 6 EXTENSION CABLE NETWORK TERMINATING POWER DROP CABLE RESISTOR PGNs Received Received PGN’s are translated and output on the NMEA 0183, USB and WiFi* ports. See www.vespermarine.com/xb for an up-to-date list. NMEA 0183 DESCRIPTION TRANSLATION 127250 Vessel Heading 128259 Speed 128267...
  • Page 7 POWER AND DATA A 2m (6.5ft) cable with attached 10 pin plug is supplied for connecting the XB to power, other devices over NMEA 0183, an external switch and external alarm*. You may extend this cable as necessary. • Check you have the VHF antenna connected before connecting to power. •...

  • Page 8: Client Mode

    WIFI (FOR XB-8000 ONLY) Access Point Mode (default) iPad The XB-8000 will control your onboard WiFi network of up to 5 devices. You can connect to the XB-8000 using: VesperXB-xxxxxx (serial number) • Network (SSID): WatchMate • Password: We recommend that you change your password straight away and write it down here for future reference:____________________.
  • Page 9 • You can configure your XB using the WatchMate App* or the vmAIS PC/Mac software. These are available for download from www.vespermarine.com/xb • With vmAIS you can connect to the XB using either the USB COM port or over WiFi* by entering the IP address (192.168.15.1 default).
  • Page 10 (e.g. name, callsign, etc) is transmitted every 6 minutes. If the Status LED is not solid green yet, see the troubleshooting section for the probable cause. GOT A QUESTION? Visit www.vespermarine.com/xb for comprehensive answers to frequently asked questions, technical support, downloads, local dealer contacts and more… REGISTER YOUR XB Vesper Marine releases downloadable updates from time to time.

  • Page 11: Status Led Troubleshooting

    Built in integrity test error (or firmware update in progress) Solid An internal error has been detected. The XB may automatically recover, but if the error state persists contact our technical support team for assistance by visiting our support site at support.vespermarine.com.

  • Page 12: Tech Specs

    TECH SPECS Size 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8” x 5 1/8” x 2 3/8”) Power supply 10-32 VDC 2A max, 3W nominal Environmental Waterproof (IPx7) Operating temperature -25°C to +55°C (-13°F to 131°F) Storage temperature -25°C to +80°C (-13°F to 176°F) 1 USB port (isolated), 1 NMEA input (isolated RS422), 1 NMEA output Serial data...

  • Page 13: Intended Use

    WARNINGS This AIS Transponder works in conjunction with other vessels and systems such as other AIS transponders and GPS devices. The accuracy of this device and the AIS system can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions and incorrect installation, handling or use.
  • Page 14 Pour satisfaire aux exigences d’exposition aux frequencies radio pour les appareils mobiles de transmission, une distance de 1 mètre ou plus doit être maintenue entre l’antenne de ce dispositif et les personnes pendant son fonctionnement. Pour assurer la sécurité, les opérations plus près de cette distance ne sont pas recommandées.

  • Page 15: Warranty

    SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. *These warranty terms and conditions are provided as a summary and the specific terms and conditions of your warranty may vary by region. Please see www.vespermarine.com/xb for details of the warranty terms and conditions specific to your region.
  • Page 16 45 Sale Street, Freemans Bay, Auckland, New Zealand Phone +64 9 950 4848 | Email info@vespermarine.com Fax +64 9 950 4085 | Web www.vespermarine.com Follow us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/vespermarine Member of: Copyright © 2016, Vesper Marine Ltd. AIS WatchMate and WatchMate Vision are registered trademarks of Vesper Marine Ltd.

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