Raymarine AIS700 Installation Instructions Manual

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Page 1 AIS700 Installation instructions English (en-US) Date: 02-2022...
Page 3 Please check the website to ensure you have the latest documentation. Publication copyright Copyright ©2022 Raymarine UK Ltd. All rights reserved. No parts of this material may be copied, translated, or transmitted (in any medium) without the prior written permission of Raymarine UK Ltd.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
2.3 Document illustrations ....................... 16 Chapter 3 Product and system overview..............17 3.1 AIS overview ........................18 3.2 Compatible Raymarine displays ..................18 3.3 Compatible 3rd party displays ..................20 Chapter 4 Parts supplied....................21 4.1 Parts supplied ........................22 Chapter 5 Product dimensions..................
Page 6 11.5 LED Status indicator ......................56 Chapter 12 Technical support..................59 12.1 Product returns process....................60 12.2 Raymarine product support and servicing..............60 12.3 Learning resources ......................62 Chapter 13 Technical speciﬁcation ................63 13.1 AIS700 technical speciﬁcation ..................64 Chapter 14 Spares and accessories ................
Page 7 14.2 SeaTalkng ® cables and accessories ................68 Appendix A Licensing and MMSI issuing authorities ..........75 Appendix B NMEA 0183 supported sentences ............78 Appendix C NMEA 2000 supported PGNs ..............79 Appendix D AIS overview....................80...
Page 9: Chapter 1 Important Information
• Raymarine recommends certiﬁed installation by a Raymarine approved installer. A certiﬁed installation qualiﬁes for enhanced product warranty beneﬁts. Contact your Raymarine dealer for...
Page 10: Service And Maintenance
Warning: FCC Warning (Part 15.21) Changes or modiﬁcations to this equipment not expressly approved in writing by Raymarine Incorporated could violate compliance with FCC rules and void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with License-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 11: Innovation, Sciences Et Développement Économique Canada (Français)
You can only enter a MMSI number once, if you enter the number incorrectly or need to change your MMSI number, the unit will require re-programming by an authorized Raymarine dealer. For a list of issuing authorities for licences and MMSI numbers in each region, refer to:...
Page 12: Declaration Of Conformity
AIS disclaimer All information presented by the AIS700 is advisory only, as there is a risk of incomplete and erroneous information. By placing this product into service you acknowledge this and assume complete responsibility for any associated risks, and accordingly release Raymarine and SRT Marine System plc from any and all claims arising from the use of the AIS service.
Page 13: Technical Accuracy
In addition, our policy of continuous product improvement may change speciﬁcations without notice. As a result, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any differences between the product and this document. Please check the Raymarine website (www.raymarine.com) to ensure you have...
Page 15: Chapter 2 Document Information
Chapter 2: Document information Chapter contents • 2.1 Product documentation on page 16 • 2.2 Applicable products on page 16 • 2.3 Document illustrations on page 16...
Page 16: Product Documentation
Description E70476 The AIS700 is a Class B AIS transceiver with a built-in VHF splitter, used to display real-time information on local vessels, land based stations or aids to navigation that are equipped with either Class A or Class B AIS transceivers.
Page 17: Chapter 3 Product And System Overview
Chapter 3: Product and system overview Chapter contents • 3.1 AIS overview on page 18 • 3.2 Compatible Raymarine displays on page 18 • 3.3 Compatible 3rd party displays on page 20...
Page 18: Ais Overview
• Although it is mandatory for larger commercial vessels to carry AIS, it is not mandatory to use it. AIS should be used only to augment Radar information, not substitute it. 3.2 Compatible Raymarine displays The AIS receiver/transceiver is compatible with the MFDs shown below. displays can be connected using either a SeaTalkng ®...
Page 19 gS Series MFDs eS Series MFDs aSeries MFDs eSeries MFDs cSeries MFDs Compatible instrument displays Compatible instrument displays can be connected to the same SeaTalkng ® network. i70 Instrument display i70s Instrument display Compatible legacy MFDs SeaTalkng ® is the preferred method of connection for E-Series, C-Series, G-Series and A-Series MFDs, however NMEA 0183 can be used as an alternate connection if required.
Page 20: Compatible 3Rd Party Displays
A-Series MFDs C Series Classic MFDs (Connection via NMEA 0183 only) E Series Classic MFDs (Connection via NMEA 0183 only) 3.3 Compatible 3rd party displays The AIS receiver/transceiver can be connected to displays manufactured by 3rd parties. 3rd party displays can be connected using either a NMEA 2000 or a NMEA 0183 connection set to 38,400 baud rate.
Page 21: Chapter 4 Parts Supplied
Chapter 4: Parts supplied Chapter contents • 4.1 Parts supplied on page 22...
Page 22: Parts Supplied
4.1 Parts supplied AIS700 unit. For an explanation of the warning symbol shown, refer to the Important Note below. 2. GNSS antenna, with captive cable 10m (33 ft). 3. Power/data cable 2m (6.56 ft) 4. VHF Radio cable 1m (3.28 ft) 5.
Page 23: Chapter 5 Product Dimensions
Chapter 5: Product dimensions Chapter contents • 5.1 Product dimensions on page 24...
Page 24: Product Dimensions
5.1 Product dimensions...
Page 25: Chapter 6 Location Requirements
Chapter 6: Location requirements Chapter contents • 6.1 Selecting a location on page 26...
Page 26: Selecting A Location
6.1 Selecting a location Warning: Potential ignition source This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous/ﬂammable atmospheres. Do NOT install in a hazardous/ﬂammable atmosphere (such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks). General location requirements When selecting a location for your product, it is important to consider a number of factors. •...
Page 27: Emc Installation Guidelines
Requirement for ferrites on non-Raymarine cables. If your product is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the end of the cable nearest to the Raymarine product.
Page 28: Compass Safe Distance
to the power cable and any other cables exiting the EMI-emitting device, as close as possible to the position where the cable exits the device. Compass safe distance When choosing a suitable location for your product you should aim to maintain the maximum possible distance between the product and any installed compass.
Page 29: Chapter 7 Installation
Chapter 7: Installation Chapter contents • 7.1 Mounting the unit on page 30 • 7.2 Mounting the GNSS (GPS) antenna on page 30...
Page 30: Mounting The Unit
Important: If you are replacing a GPS antenna supplied with an older AIS receiver or an AIS700 with an early (low) serial number, please be aware that the mounting diameter (cutout) of the GPS receiver has changed, from Ø44 mm to Ø60 mm.
Page 31 Chapter 8: Connections Chapter contents • 8.1 Connections overview on page 32 • 8.2 USB connection on page 33 • 8.3 Power connection on page 34 • 8.4 NMEA 2000 / SeaTalkng ® connection on page 39 • 8.5 NMEA 0183 connection on page 39 •...
Page 32: Connections Overview
8.1 Connections overview Connection Connects to: Suitable cables: GNSS connection GNSS antenna GNSS antenna’s ﬁtted cable Grounding earth stud Vessel battery’s 0V Grounding strap (not connection negative battery terminal. supplied). For more information, refer to: Important: You must p.38 — Grounding make this connection for safety reasons;...
Page 33: Data Connections Matrix
As an example of how to use the table below, you can see that you can feed GNSS (GPS) data into the AIS700 via an NMEA 0183 port conﬁgured for low baud rate (4,800), and then output it along with AIS data to the other NMEA 0183 port conﬁgured for high baud rate (38,400).
Page 34: Power Connection
AIS unit 2. USB Micro-B to type A cable (not supplied) 3. PC (personal computer) running proAIS2 Note: • The PC USB connection will provide power to the unit to enable conﬁguration prior to installation. • For details on conﬁguring your unit, refer to: Chapter 9 Set up and conﬁguration Warning: USB device power Do NOT connect any device to the product’s USB connection that requires an...
Page 35: In-Line Fuse And Thermal Breaker Ratings
• The suitable fuse rating for the thermal breaker is dependent on the number of devices you are connecting. If in doubt consult an authorized Raymarine dealer. • Your product’s power cable may have an in-line fuse ﬁtted, if not then you must add an in-line fuse / breaker to the positive wire of your product’s power connection.
Page 36 Positive (+) bar Negative (-) bar Circuit breaker Waterproof fuse holder containing a suitably-rated inline fuse must be ﬁtted. For suitable fuse rating, refer to: In-line fuse and thermal breaker ratings. Important: Observe the recommended fuse / breaker ratings provided in the product’s documentation, however be aware that the suitable fuse / breaker rating is dependent on the number of devices being connected.
Page 37 Waterproof fuse holder containing a suitably-rated inline fuse must be ﬁtted. For suitable fuse rating, refer to: In-line fuse and thermal breaker ratings. Product power cable. Drain wire connection point. Battery connection scenario A: Suitable for a vessel with a common RF ground point. In this scenario, if your product’s power cable is supplied with a separate drain wire then it should be connected to the vessel’s common ground point.
Page 38: Grounding
• ABYC TE-4 Lightning Protection Grounding The AIS700 includes a dedicated grounding point to reduce potential damage caused by near lightning strikes and static build-up in the atmosphere. The Grounding point must be connected to your vessel’s 0V Negative battery terminal. This is NOT an optional connection.
Page 39: Nmea 2000 / Seatalkng ® Connection
• Do NOT connect the AIS700 to a PC using NMEA 0183 and USB connections at the same time. • If you are connecting to an AIS-capable VHF Radio, you must ﬁrst disable the VHF Radio’s AIS function.
Page 40: Gps (Gnss) Antenna Connection
Note: Do NOT connect any other antenna than the one supplied with your AIS700. If the antenna is not connected or connected incorrectly, your AIS700 will operate in Silent mode. In this mode, the AIS700 will not transmit but will still receive.
Page 41: Vhf Antenna Connection
• Using a VHF antenna optimized for only AIS frequency operation may permanently damage the AIS700, as VHF radio transmissions are reﬂected back into the AIS700 due to the poor impedance match of the VHF antenna operating at VHF radio frequencies.
Page 42: Vhf Radio Connection
AIS700’s VHF antenna connection. 8.9 Silent mode switch connection In Silent mode your AIS700 will stop transmitting position data and operate as a receiver only. Silent mode can be enabled using a connected MFD and by connecting a switch to the relevant wires on the Power/data cable.
Page 43: Chapter 9 Set Up And Configuration
Chapter 9: Set up and conﬁguration Chapter contents • 9.1 IMPORTANT — Conﬁgure before use on page 44 • 9.2 AIS licensing and MMSI on page 44 • 9.3 Licensing and MMSI issuing authorities on page 45 • 9.4 Conﬁguration on page 47 •...
Page 44: Important - Configure Before Use
You can only enter a MMSI number once, if you enter the number incorrectly or need to change your MMSI number, the unit will require re-programming by an authorized Raymarine dealer. For a list of issuing authorities for licences and MMSI numbers in each region, refer to:...
Page 45: Licensing And Mmsi Issuing Authorities
9.3 Licensing and MMSI issuing authorities The following table lists the relevant issuing authority for licences and MMSI numbers in each region, along with a link to the relevant website. Many authorities allow you to apply for a license online. Country Code Regulatory authority...
Page 46 Country Code Regulatory authority Website Ireland Commission for Communications http://www.comreg.ie Regulation Isle of Man Communications Commission http://www.gov.im/govern- ment/boards/cc.xml Italy Autorità per le Garanzie nelle http://www.agcom.it Comunicazioni Jamaica Spectrum Management Authority http://www.sma.gov.jm Japan Ministry of Internal Affairs and http://www.soumu.go.jp/eng- Communications lish/index.html Korea, South Korea Communications http://eng.kcc.go.kr...
Page 47: Configuration
9.4 Conﬁguration The AIS700 should be conﬁgured prior to installation using a PC/laptop, USB Micro-B cable, and the supplied proAIS2 software. The manner in which conﬁguration is carried out depends on the legal requirements of your geographical location.
Page 48: Installing Proais2 Software And Usb Drivers
Commission to input an MMSI that has not been properly assigned to the end user or to otherwise input any inaccurate data in this device. The MMSI and Static Data must be entered only by a Raymarine dealer or other appropriately qualiﬁed installer of marine communications equipment on board vessels.
Page 49: Software Updates
6. Ensure that the built-in GNSS receiver is not outputting sentences (i.e. ensure GBS, GGA, GLL and RMC boxes are not ticked). The GNSS receiver built-in to the AIS700 is intended to provide GNSS data to the AIS unit only, outputting this data can cause data conﬂicts. The ability to output these sentences is intended for diagnostics purposes only.
Page 51: Chapter 10 Maintenance
Chapter 10: Maintenance Chapter contents • 10.1 Routine equipment checks on page 52 • 10.2 Product cleaning on page 52...
Page 52: Routine Equipment Checks
10.1 Routine equipment checks It is recommended that you perform the following routine checks, on a regular basis, to ensure the correct and reliable operation of your equipment: • Examine all cables for signs of damage or wear and tear. •...
Page 53: Chapter 11 Troubleshooting
Chapter 11: Troubleshooting Chapter contents • 11.1 Power up troubleshooting on page 54 • 11.2 AIS data troubleshooting on page 54 • 11.3 VSWR Alarm troubleshooting on page 56 • 11.4 Data conﬂicts and data loops on page 56 • 11.5 LED Status indicator on page 56...
Page 54: Power Up Troubleshooting
Software corruption In the unlikely event that the product’s software has become corrupted, please try re-ﬂashing the product with the latest software from the Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/software 11.2 AIS data troubleshooting No AIS targets shown on the display...
Page 55: Vhf Antenna Requirements
• Using a VHF antenna optimized for only AIS frequency operation may permanently damage the AIS700, as VHF radio transmissions are reﬂected back into the AIS700 due to the poor impedance match of the VHF antenna operating at VHF radio frequencies.
Page 56: Vswr Alarm Troubleshooting
3dBi Max Gain Connector type PL-259 11.3 VSWR Alarm troubleshooting If you experience regular VSWR alarms try the troubleshooting guidance below. Possible causes Possible solutions Incorrect antenna in use. Check that your antenna meets the required VHF antenna speciﬁcation that can be found in the product documentation.
Page 57 Color Status • Excessive difference between Heading from an input device, and COG. Blue Transceiver is running in silent mode (not transmitting). To disable silent mode: • Check the AIS Silent mode setting on your MFD. • Check the position of the dedicated Silent mode switch, if ﬁtted (the switch will override the MFD setting).
Page 59: Chapter 12 Technical Support
Chapter 12: Technical support Chapter contents • 12.1 Product returns process on page 60 • 12.2 Raymarine product support and servicing on page 60 • 12.3 Learning resources on page 62...
Page 60: Product Returns Process
12.1 Product returns process Many returned products are found to be not faulty. Before returning your product to Raymarine, please ﬁrst conduct some basic troubleshooting to get up and running with your product. The Raymarine Product Support team is also available to take you step-by-step through any issues you might have.
Page 61 • Tel: +44 (0)1329 246 777 United States (US): • Help desk: https://raymarine.custhelp.com/app/ask • Tel: +1 (603) 324 7900 (Toll -free: +800 539 5539) Australia and New Zealand (Raymarine subsidiary): • E-Mail: aus.support@raymarine.com • Tel: +61 2 8977 0300 France (Raymarine subsidiary): •...
Page 62: Learning Resources
12.3 Learning resources Raymarine has produced a range of learning resources to help you get the most out of your products. Video tutorials Raymarine ofﬁcial channel on YouTube: • YouTube Training courses Raymarine regularly runs a range of in-depth training courses to help you make the most of your products.
Page 63: Chapter 13 Technical Specification
Chapter 13: Technical speciﬁcation Chapter contents • 13.1 AIS700 technical speciﬁcation on page 64...
Page 64: Ais700 Technical Specification
13.1 AIS700 technical speciﬁcation Power speciﬁcation Supply voltage 12 V dc / 24 V dc Operating voltage range 9.6 V dc to 31.2 V dc Power consumption Peak current: • 2.5A @ 12 V dc • 1.25A @ 24 V dc Typical power consumption: •...
Page 65 Micro-B Earth stud Threaded stud (nut and washer supplied)
Page 67: Chapter 14 Spares And Accessories
Chapter 14: Spares and accessories Chapter contents • 14.1 Spares and accessories on page 68 • 14.2 SeaTalkng ® cables and accessories on page 68...
Page 68: Spares And Accessories
14.1 Spares and accessories The following spares are available: Part number Description R62241 GNSS passive antenna with 10 m (32.8 ft) coaxial cable (for AIS transceivers only) R32162 2 m (6.56 ft) Power/data cable 14.2 SeaTalkng ® cables and accessories SeaTalkng ®...
Page 69 4. 2 x Backbone terminators (A06031). Terminators must be ﬁtted to both ends of the SeaTalkng backbone. 5. 1 x 2 m (6.6 ft) Power cable (A06049). Used to provide 12 V dc power to the SeaTalkng backbone. Evolution autopilot cable kit (R70160) consists of: 1 x 5 m (16.4 ft) Backbone cable (A06036).
Page 70 1 x 2 m (6.6 ft) Power cable (A06049). Used to provide 12 V dc power to the SeaTalkng backbone. 2. 1 x 1 m (3.3 ft) Spur cable (A06039). Used to connect a device to the SeaTalkng backbone. 3. 1 x 1 m (3.3 ft) NMEA 0183 VHF stripped-end (2 wire) to SeaTalkng adapter cable (A06071). Used to connect an NMEA 0183 VHF radio to the SeaTalkng backbone via the NMEA 0183 VHF to SeaTalkng converter.
Page 71 4. SeaTalkng to stripped-end spur cables (Connects compatible product that do not have a SeaTalkng connector such as transducer pods): • 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalkng to stripped-end spur cable — A06043 • 3 m (9.8 ft) SeaTalkng to stripped-end spur cable — A06044 5.
Page 72 5. Backbone terminator (A06031). Terminators must be ﬁtted to both ends of the SeaTalkng backbone. 6. Spur blanking plugs (A06032). Used to cover unused spur connections in 5–way blocks, T-piece connectors, or the SeaTalk to SeaTalkng converter. Spur connector right angled elbow (A06077). Used in conﬁned spaces where a straight spur cable will not ﬁt.
Page 73 10. (0.4 m (1.3 ft) DeviceNet (female) to stripped-end adaptor cable (E05026). 11. (0.4 m (1.3 ft) DeviceNet (male) to stripped-end adaptor cable (E05027).
Page 75: Appendix A Licensing And Mmsi Issuing Authorities
Appendix A Licensing and MMSI issuing authorities The following table lists the relevant issuing authority for licences and MMSI numbers in each region, along with a link to the relevant website. Many authorities allow you to apply for a license online. Country Code Regulatory authority...
Page 76 Country Code Regulatory authority Website Jamaica Spectrum Management Authority http://www.sma.gov.jm Japan Ministry of Internal Affairs and http://www.soumu.go.jp/english/in- Communications dex.html Korea, South Korea Communications Commission http://eng.kcc.go.kr Lichtenstein Ofﬁce for Communications http://www.llv.li/amtsstellen/llv -ak- english-page.htm Lithuania Communications Regulatory http://www.rrt.lt/en/home.html Authority Luxembourg Institut luxembourgeois de http://www.ilr.public.lu régulation Latvia...
Page 77 Country Code Regulatory authority Website Taiwan National Communications http://www.ncc.gov.tw/english/in- Commission dex.aspx Thailand National Broadcasting and http://nbtc.go.th/wps/por- Telecommunications Commission tal/NTC/eng Turkey Information And Communication http://eng.btk.gov.tr Technologies Authority United Arab Telecommunications Regulatory http://www.tra.ae Emirates Authority United Kingdom UK(NI) OFCOM http://www.ofcom.org.uk and Northern Ireland United States https://www.fcc.gov/bureau-...
Page 78: Appendix B Nmea 0183 Supported Sentences
Appendix B NMEA 0183 supported sentences The AIS700 supports the following NMEA 0183 sentences Sentence Description Transmit Receive • ABM/BBM acknowledgement • Addressed binary message • AIS channel management assignment AIS channel management information source • • AIS query •...
Page 79: Appendix C Nmea 2000 Supported Pgns
Appendix C NMEA 2000 supported PGNs The AIS700 supports the following PGNs. Description Transmit Receive • • 59392 ISO Acknowledgement • • 59904 ISO Request • • 60928 ISO Address Claim • • 65240 ISO Commanded Address • • 126208 Request group function •...
Page 80: Appendix D Ais Overview
Appendix D AIS overview Your AIS unit uses digital radio signals to exchange 'real-time' information between vessels, shore based stations, or aids to navigation (AToNs) on dedicated VHF frequencies. This information is used to identify and track vessels in the surrounding area and to provide fast, automatic and accurate collision avoidance data. Although AIS augments your Radar app by operating in Radar blind spots and detecting smaller AIS-ﬁtted vessels, it does not replace your Radar, as it relies on receiving transmitted AIS information and therefore cannot detect objects such as landmasses, navigational beacons or vessels not equipped with AIS.
Page 81 Data Receiver (receive) Transceiver (transmit) Transceiver (receive) Gyro heading Yes* Rate of turn Navigational status Safety message *Class B transceivers do not transmit a Gyro heading unless the transceiver is receiving an NMEA HDT sentence from an external source. Data reporting intervals AIS information is classed as either static or dynamic.
Page 83 Index LED Status ...............56 Licensing Issuing authorities.......... 45, 75 Accessories Requirement ........... 11, 44 SeaTalkng adaptor cables ........72 LightHouse 2 ............16 SeaTalkng backbone cables ........ 71 LightHouse™ 2 ............18 SeaTalkng cables ..........68 LightHouse 3 ............16 SeaTalkng connectors .......... 71 LightHouse™...
Page 84 GNSS ..............64 Power..............64 Support forum ............62 Technical speciﬁcation ..........63 Technical support..........60, 62 Thermal breaker rating..........35 Training courses ............62 Troubleshooting Power..............54 Ventilation ...............26 Warranty ..............60 WEEE Directive............12...
Page 86 Raymarine Marine House, Cartwright Drive, Fareham, Hampshire. PO15 5RJ. United Kingdom. Tel: +44 (0)1329 246 700 www.raymarine.com...