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OPERATION

Once configured the CB2 will start to operate automatically once the power supply is

switched on. The LED will flash Red for a short period while a GPS fix is acquired, after

which the LED will remain constant Green flickering slightly every time an AIS signal is

received. Alternative operating modes can be selected by pressing the LED button. The

operating mode is indicated by the LED as shown in the table in section 4.2.

4.1.1 Silent Mode

The CB2 can be prevented from transmitting the vessels position information allowing it to

be used as an AIS receiver only.

To activate Silent Mode press and hold the LED button for 2 seconds until the LED starts

flashing Amber/Green At this point release the button and the LED will flash Red for 5 sec-

onds indicating the unit is entering Silent Mode. Once in Silent Mode the LED will remain

continuous Amber to indicate the CB2 is operating in Silent Mode. To deactivate Silent

Mode and start transmitting press and hold the LED button for 2 seconds until the LED

starts flashing Amber/Green. At this point release the button and the LED will flash Red for

5 seconds indicating the unit is exiting Silent Mode. Once in normal mode the LED remains

continuous Green indicting the CB2 is transmitting data.

Silent Mode can also be selected using the mobile App or from an externally fitted Switch

(See page 11)

4.1.2 Long Range Messaging (LRM) Mode

To ensure the best operation when in offshore waters and out of VHF range from land

based AIS stations, the CB2 can be used in Long Range Messaging Mode to make optimum

use of the satellite based AIS receivers.

To activate LRM Mode press and hold the LED button for 5 seconds until the LED shows

continuous Amber following 3 seconds of flashing Amber/Green. At this point release the

button and the LED will flash Red for 5 seconds indicating the CB2 is entering LRM mode.

Once in LRM mode the LED will flash Green/Amber to indicate the CB2 is operating in LRM

mode.

To deactivate LRM mode and return to normal operation press and hold the LED button for

5 seconds until the LED shows continuous Amber following 3 seconds of flashing Amber/

Green. At this point release the button and the LED will flash Red for 5 seconds indicating

the CB2 is exiting LRM mode. Once in normal mode the LED remains continuous Green

indicating the CB2 is transmitting in normal mode.

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