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  • Page 1 WideLink B600 AIS Class B Transponder SOTDMA USER MANUAL...
  • Page 3 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. AMEC does not make any representations or...
  • Page 4 WideLink B600 is strictly tested to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment. With proper installation and use, the equipment will serve loyally and reliably at its optimum. For sales, services, and technical supports, please contact your local AMEC representatives or Alltek Marine Electronics Corp at sales@alltekmarine.com service@alltekmarine.com.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Access Point Mode ......................28 4.3.2 Client Mode ........................30 (BIIT)..................... 31 UILT NTEGRITY AIS V ....................31 IEWER ESCRIPTION AMEC AIS A ..................... 32 NTRODUCING SPECIFICATIONS ..........................33 ....................33 RODUCT PECIFICATIONS ........................35 IMENSIONS NMEA 2000 PGN ............37...
  • Page 6 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ......................44 INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE ......................... 44 AMEC WORLDWIDE WARRANTY ......................45 APPENDIX: HOW TO DETERMINE SERIAL PORT ................46...

  • Page 7: System Overview

    The integrated high-performance Wi-Fi (WideLink B600W only) together with AMEC AIS App makes your favorite smartphone or tablet a real-time AIS position plotter. The built-in splitter (WideLink B600S only) featuring zero insertion loss on reception path and low insertion loss on transmission path ensures optimized range of your VHF radio and AIS transponder.
  • Page 8 WideLink B600/B600W Front Back WideLink B600S Front Back B600 exchanges the following navigational data with other AIS equipped vessels within VHF range to increase the safety of your journey at sea:  Static data:  Ship´ s name  Call sign ...
  • Page 9  Speed over ground (SOG)  True heading The transponder receives also safety related messages (SRM) from other vessels or persons who are in distress. SOTDMA Class B AIS broadcasts ship´s static data every 6 minutes. Ship dynamic data will be transmitted per following reporting interval: Increased reporting interval Ship Speed Nominal Reporting Interval...

  • Page 10: Lassb

    1.2 Class A vs. SOTDMA Class B vs. CSTDMA Class B A brief comparison between class A and class B AIS is illustrated in the following table. WideLink B600 is an SOTDMA class B AIS transponder. Type of AIS Class A AIS Class B SOTDMA Class B CSTDMA Primary Access...

  • Page 11: Equipment In The Box

    1.3 Equipment in the Box Upon receiving the product please verify items in the box. If any is missing, please contact your local AMEC representative immediately.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation 2.1 Installation Procedures Please familiarize the manual content before installation. Depending on your hardware configuration, use the following recommended steps to install the device. Mount the device unit to an appropriate location Install VHF antenna Connect to VHF radio (B600S only) Connect to FM radio (B600S only) Install GPS antenna Connect to a chart plotter and/or other instruments via NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000...

  • Page 13: Mounting Device Main Unit

    2.2 Mounting Device Main Unit The following guidelines should be noticed when selecting the environment to install your AMEC WideLink B600:  Do not install the device in a flammable or hazardous atmosphere such as in an engine or generator room or close to fuel tanks.

  • Page 14: Vhf Antenna Installation

    2.3 VHF Antenna Installation The quality and positioning of the antenna are the most important factors dictating AIS performance. It is recommended that a VHF antenna with omnidirectional vertical polarization be specifically tuned for marine band. Since the range of VHF signals is largely decided by line of sight distance, the VHF antenna should be placed as high as possible and at least 5 meters away from any constructions made of conductive materials.

  • Page 15: Connecting To Vhf Radio (B600S Only)

    The internal path for VHF radio stays transparent also when WideLink B600S is switched off or has power failure. WideLink B600S is designed to give priority to VHF radio in the event of simultaneous transmission of VHF radio and AIS.

  • Page 16: Gps Antenna Installation

    2.5 GPS Antenna Installation Install the GPS antenna where it has a clear view to the sky, so that it may access the horizon freely with 360° degrees. 5˚ The recommended Ensure a free 360˚ horizontal distance between horizon with a vertical GPS antennas and other observation of 5˚.

  • Page 17: Connecting With Nmea 0183 Devices

    2.6 Connecting with NMEA 0183 Devices WideLink B600 supports two NMEA 0183 ports and external silent mode switch with its 12-pin data cable. The default NMEA 0183 baud rates are 38400-bps (high speed) and 4800-bps (low speed). The baud rates can be changed with the provided configuration tool.

  • Page 18: Ais Silent Mode Connection

    WideLink B600. Connect the toggle switch between the purple and brown wires to enable Silent Mode function, as depicted in Figure below. An optional Tx Switch Box (part number SB-181) is available from AMEC for Silent Mode activation. Figure 9...

  • Page 19: Connection To Nmea 2000 Network

    B600 converts several practical NMEA 2000 PGN into NMEA 0183 sentences and outputs them on NMEA 0183, USB and Wi-Fi (B600W only). Please refer to the Supported NMEA 2000 PGN and Translation List in 5.3 or on AMEC website at www.alltekmarine.com/support under B600.

  • Page 20: Connecting To A Charting Program Via Usb

    2.9 Connecting to a charting program via USB Your transponder can be used as a source of AIS for electronic charting and navigation program (PC/Mac) such as NaviPro, TimeZero, Coastal Explorer or OpenCPN etc. Follow the steps below to connect the transponder to the software: ...

  • Page 21: Connecting Power Cable

    2.10 Connecting Power Cable Connect the WideLink B600 to vessel´s power source as illustrated below. The device requires a 12V or 24V DC power supply (9.6 to 31.2V) capable of supplying 2A peak current @12V DC. Always use a minimum 3A fuse panel before connecting directly to battery or power supply.

  • Page 22: Configuring Your Widelink B600

    Configuring Your WideLink B600 Your WideLink B600 is delivered with a power “AIS Configuration Tool” allowing users to set up the transponder and make a real-time diagnosis. A more detailed user guide of configuration tool can be found in the “Help” of the software. 3.1 Connecting to your AIS Transponder 3.1.1 Required Items Before preceding the configuration procedure, make sure the following items are...

  • Page 23: Three Steps To Connect Ais Transponder

    3.1.3 Three steps to connect AIS transponder Step 1: Connect your Class B AIS transponder to your PC or Mac using a USB cable. In most cases the USB driver will be installed automatically by Windows system. When USB driver installation is not done automatically, it can be found on the attached CD and installed manually.

  • Page 24: Home Page Of The Application

    3.1.4 Home page of the application The application is now communicating with your AIS transponder and will display any pre-configured vessel data on the ‘Home’ page depicted as follows. Wi-Fi setting is only available when Wi-Fi module on the AIS device is detected.

  • Page 25: Programming Your Vessel Data

    3.2 Programming your vessel data After the device is successfully connected with the Configuration Tool, click on the “Configuration” tab. You will require the following information in order to configure the device: • Vessel´ s name: limited to 20 characters •...

  • Page 26: Get Started

    GET STARTED The device starts up whenever the connected power source is ON. It will operate automatically when the device has been properly configured and GPS/VHF antennas are properly installed. The device transmits its own ship positions depending on vessel´s moving speed and should receive information of other vessels in the vicinity.

  • Page 27: Micro Sd Card

    999999. Entry in the log file is vessel’s GPS sentence in IEC61162 format. The log file can be read by chart plotting PC software like AMEC AIS Viewer or NaviPro ECS. It’s recommended to format your SD card regularly, e.g. every 1~3 month for optimal data integrity.

  • Page 28: Wi-Fi Configuration (Widelink B600W Only)

    Please notice that firmware upgrade will only take place when the Micro SD card is inserted into the B600 while it is powered off. 4.3 Wi-Fi Configuration (WideLink B600W only) WideLink B600W is featured with high-performance Wi-Fi module and built-in Wi-Fi antenna.
  • Page 29 Default system IP is 192.168.2.1 User can create IP by inputting value in individual field.  Port: The default port is 3333. The available port range is between 3000-65535. Note: By default, AMEC WideLink B600W uses WPA2-Personal wireless security protocol.

  • Page 30: Client Mode

    4.3.2 Client Mode WideLink B600W is able to join an existing Wi-Fi network. When clicking on „Client”, it can take about 45 seconds until the device scans all available Wi-Fi networks. Pick the network you want to join and enter the password and click on “Connect”. Figure 16 Client Mode Figure 17 Join an Existing Wi-Fi Network...

  • Page 31: Built-In Integrity Test (Biit)

    PC, you should quit the Configuration Tool or vice-versa. The device can only establish a connection to one software at a time. The AIS CPA/TCPA setting can be configured via AIS Viewer. Figure 18 AMEC AIS Viewer...

  • Page 32: Introducing Amec Ais App

    Data of own vessel can be traced in real time. The App also offers various safety features to help users be alerted during their voyage. The AMEC AIS App is now available on Apple App Store for iOS devices as well as on Google Play for Android mobile devices.

  • Page 33: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 5.1 Product Specifications APPLICABLE STANDARDS ISO MSC. 74(69) Annex IEC 60945 Ed. 4.0:2002 ITU-R M. 825-3:1998 IEC 61108-1 Ed. 2.0:2003 ITU-R M. 1084-5:2012 IEC 61162-1 Ed. 5.0:2016 ITU-R M. 1371-5:2014 IEC 61162-2 Ed. 1.0:1998 EN 303 413 V1.1.1 IEC 62287-2 Ed. 2.0:2017 EN 301 489-1 V2.2.0 / EN 301 489-3 V2.1.1 EN 300 328 V2.1.1 (B600W) EN 62368-1:2014 + A11:2017...
  • Page 34 60 mm (2.36 inches) Depth 132 mm (5.20 inches) (exclude connector) Weight 510 g SOFTWARE TOOL AMEC AIS Configuration, AMEC AIS Viewer, AMEC AIS App COMPASS SAFETY DISTANCE Standard Magnetic Compass 0.30m Steering Magnetic Compass 0.30m GA-22 GPS ANTENNA (OPTIONAL)

  • Page 35: Dimensions

    5.2 Dimensions (GPS antenna is an optional item)
  • Page 36 (PA-02 GPS antenna is an optional item)

  • Page 37: Supported Nmea 2000 Pgn And Translation List

    5.3 Supported NMEA 2000 PGN and Translation List NMEA0183 NMEA0183 Description TX output TX input 59392 ISO Acknowledgment 59904 ISO Request 60928 ISO Address Claim 126464 PGN List - PGNs group function 126993 Heartbeat 126996 Product Information 126998 Configuration Information 127250 Vessel Heading HDT, HDG 127258 Magnetic Variation...
  • Page 38 129793 AIS UTC and Date Report AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related 129794 Data 129795 AIS Addressed Binary Message 129796 AIS Acknowledge 129797 AIS Binary Broadcast Message 129798 AIS SAR Aircraft Position Report 129800 AIS UTC/Date Inquiry AIS Addressed Safety Related 129801 Message AIS Saftety Related Broadcast...

  • Page 39: Supported Nmea 0183 Sentences

    5.4 Supported NMEA 0183 Sentences Output Sentences Sentence Description AIS addressed and binary broadcast acknowledgement AIS channel assignment message Set alarm state Global positioning system (GPS) fix data GNSS DOP and active satellites GNSS satellites in view Recommended minimum specific GNSS data Text transmission AIS VHF data-link message AIS VHF data-link own-vessel report...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The transmitting LED (Green color) is not illuminated, why?  The Class B device requires GPS information from GPS antenna before making AIS transmission. Please check if your GPS antenna is connected correctly. The Tx LED will flash orange every 5 seconds meaning that the device is still acquiring a GPS fix and therefore not ready yet to make transmission.
  • Page 41  Please make sure that both VHF and GPS antennas and their cables are working properly and not damaged.  Return the unit to your dealer/service partner for technical check. Why is the Wi-Fi signal weak and how can I improve it? ...

  • Page 42: Abbreviations

    ABBREVIATIONS Automatic Identification System Course Over Ground Distance to Closest Point of Approach CSTDMA Carrier-Sense Time Division Multiple Access SOTDMA Self-Organized Time Division Multiple Access Digital Selective Calling Electronic Chart System Estimated Time of Arrival Global Positioning System International Maritime Organization MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity Speed Over Ground...

  • Page 43: Fcc Interference Statement

    1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by AMEC for compliance could void of the user's authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 44: Rf Exposure Warning

    The antenna should not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other transmitting antenna. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, Alltek Marine Electronics Corp. (AMEC) declares that this WideLink B600/B600W is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU RED.

  • Page 45: Amec Worldwide Warranty

    Other conditions This Warranty is fully transferable provided that you furnish the original proof of purchase to the AMEC -certified service agent. This Warranty is void if the seal label is removed or defaced. THE LIABILITY OF AMEC TO A CUSTOMER UNDER THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER FOR...

  • Page 46: Appendix: How To Determine Serial Port

    Appendix: How to Determine Serial Port If you PC/laptop does not have available serial port, you may use a RS232-to-USB adapter. To find out the proper serial port for connection use the following instructions. Windows 7 or VISTA version: Click on “Start”  Select “Control Panel”  Select “Device Manager”  Click Port (COM&LPT) Windows 8 and 8.1: Click (W)* + I and then click on Control Panel ...
  • Page 47 Alltek Marine Electronics Corporation 14F-2, No. 237, Sec. 1, Datong Rd., Xizhi Dist., New Taipei City, 22161, Taiwan Tel: +886 2 8691 8568 Fax: +886 2 8691 9569 Email: service@alltekmarine.com Website: www.alltekmarine.com...

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