3.3 Connecting to vessel power (optional) 3.4 Charging the Identifier 4 CONFIGURING THE IDENTIFIER 4.1 Connecting to the Identifier 4.2 Identifier configuration 5 USING THE IDENTIFIER 5.1 Activating and deactivating the Identifier 5.2 Status indicator 5.3 SOS button 5.4 Deep sleep 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 7 IDENTIFIER SPECIFICATIONS EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
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Figure 5 : Charging the Identifier Figure 6 : Quick AIS layout Figure 7 : Identifier status and SOS button Figure 8 : Activating the Identifier Figure 9 : Common status indications - while active Figure 10 : SOS function activation EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
Information contained in this manual is liable to change without notice. The manufacturer of this product disclaims any liability for consequences arising from omissions or inaccuracies in this manual and any other documentation provided with this product. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
AIS Identifier. The Identifier is a unique, self-contained AIS vessel tracking device. The key features of the AIS Identifier are as follows: Self-contained VHF and GPS antennas Internal rechargeable battery pack for up to 5 days of operation Electronic security link to vessel mounting bracket Simple installation EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
An MMSI number is required in order for the AIS transceiver to operate. Please contact the relevant authority in your country for more information. See for "Identifier configuration" on page 12 for assistance with configuring the MMSI number. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
3.1 What’s in the box Figure 1 shows the items that are included with each Identifier. Note that a configuration dock is supplied separately. The contents of the configuration pack are shown in Figure 2. Figure 1 : Package contents EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
The configuration dock is used to connect the Identifier to a PC or Mac during configuration. The configuration dock can also be used to charge the Identifier. USB Cable The USB Cable is sued to connect the configuration dock to the PC. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
VHF transmission range. Ensure that the Identifier bracket is installed in the orientation shown in Figure 3. Do not mount the Identifier horizontally as it will reduce the transmit range. Figure 3 : Installing the Identifier bracket EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
The Identifier can be connected to the vessel power supply using an optional power cable. The vessel must be capable of providing a 12V 1.6A / 24V 1A supply to the unit. Contact your dealer to source a suitable cable. Figure 4 : Connecting to vessel power EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
Figure 5 : Charging the Identifier The Identifier will not charge if the internal temperature is below 0°C or above 40°C. If the temperature is outside this range the status indicator will be continuously illuminated red to indicate a charging fault. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
4 Configuring the Identifier Visit www.em-trak.com/Installation to download the latest version of the configuration software. Select the product you have purchased to access the configuration software, product manual, and answers to a selection of FAQs that you may find useful. If you require assistance with your installation, contact support@em-trak.com.
It is possible to change any previously configured information except for the MMSI number. Changes to he MMSI number can only be made in the quickAIS ‘Advanced’ mode. Contact your supplier or em-trak technical support for further details. Figure 6 : Quick AIS layout...
5 Using the Identifier The Identifier is ready for use once charged and configured. The location of the status indicator and SOS button are shown in Figure 7. Figure 7 : Identifier status and SOS button EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
The Identifier will only fit into the bracket in one orientation, as shown in Figure 8. Do not try to force the Identifier into the bracket in the wrong orientation. The Identifier will transmit vessel position every 5 minutes once activated. Under normal operating conditions the battery will provide 5 days operating life before a the Identifier needs to be recharged. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
Charge fault 0 (Solid) Geofence alert BLUE Low battery YELLOW Bracket YELLOW mismatch No position YELLOW Tx error YELLOW No MMSI YELLOW Operating GREEN normally in bracket Continuous Charging GREEN flashing Charge complete GREEN 0 (solid) EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
The status indicator flashes green. When charging is complete the status indicator will remain continuously illuminated green. A charging error is indicated by the status indicator continuously illuminated red. The most likely cause of a charging error is high temperature. The charger will not operate above 40°C for safety reasons. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
When the Identifier is not going to be used for a long period of time, or it needs to be put into storage, it can be set to deep sleep mode. This is enabled using quickAIS. When you need to wake it up from deep sleep mode insert it in a charger or configuration dock. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
The temperature is too high or low to safely charge the the Identifier is being charged. battery. Move the Identifier to a location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C. A charging error has occurred - please contact your dealer. EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
VHF transmitter frequency range 156.025 to 162.025MHz Transmitter output power 1W radiated (EIRP) Channel bandwidth 25kHz 25kHz GMSK Modulation mode Environmental IEC60945 ‘Exposed’ category Waterproof to IPx6 and IPx8 (1m for 1h) Operating temperature -20°C to 55°C EM-TRAK MARINE ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
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