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Device Status
The Device Status window shows key status information of the AIS transponder. This information can be used to quickly
verify that the transponder has been installed properly and is operational. It also shows the software versions of the
Nauticast™-B AIS.
A check next to the items indicates correct operation.
If a red X is shown instead, some action may be required:
No check at "MMSI valid" – verify that the MMSI of the unit is configured by selecting the static data window and
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verifying that a valid MMSI has been entered. If the MMSI is 000000000 then it has not been programmed or
the connection is not working properly or the transponder is not designed to work with this program.
No check at "GPS position fix" – the GPS has not acquired a position fix. Allow up to 5 minutes for a fix to be
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acquired. If the X is still present after several minutes check the GPS antenna position and connection and the
clear sky visibility.
No check at "Pos. Report Tx‟d" – the AIS has not yet transmitted its position. Please allow up to 5 minutes after
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GPS fix has been acquired for the green check to appear. When the X is still present after several minutes
please refer to the active alarms section. The AIS will not transmit unless it has acquired GPS fix and has a
valid MMSI programmed.
o No check at "Pos. Report Rx‟d" – the AIS has not yet received a position report from another vessel. If there is
no other AIS equipped vessel in the area the X will remain until another position report is received. If other AIS
equipped vessels are present and the X remains please check the VHF antenna and its connections.
Broadcast Safety Related Message
To send a safety related message in a distress situation, click this menu item. Select the message you need to send from
the drop-down list. Then press the "Transmit" button.
The message will be sent as a "Safety Related Broadcast Message".
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