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AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
Installation Manual
P/N 2607
Y1-03-0204 Rev H
ACR Electronics, Inc.
5757 Ravenswood Road
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312
+1(954) 981-3333
Fax +1 (954) 983-5087
www.acrelectronics.com
Email: Info@acrelectronics.com

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  • Page 1 AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM Installation Manual P/N 2607 ACR Electronics, Inc. 5757 Ravenswood Road Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312 +1(954) 981-3333 Fax +1 (954) 983-5087 www.acrelectronics.com Email: Info@acrelectronics.com Y1-03-0204 Rev H...
  • Page 2 Please read this first! Warning: Although ACR strives for accuracy in all its publications; this material may contain errors or omissions, and is subject to change without prior notice. ACR shall not be made liable for any specific, indirect, incidental or consequential damages as a result of its use. ACR components may only be used in safety of life devices or systems, with the express written approval of ACR, as the failure of such components could cause the failure of the ACR device or system.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NAUTICAST Installation Manual Index Page Number GENERAL INTRODUCTION ..............................1 Description of AIS ................................. 1 AIS in an Operational Environment ..........................2 AIS Networks ................................3 Carriage Requirement..............................4 1.4.1 Chapter V (Safety of Navigation) Regulation 19, of the SOLAS Convention................4 1.4.2 Accelerated Implementation of AIS: ............................
  • Page 4 History of Changes Date Version Rev. Status Comments Responsible Dimensional drawings as Annex 2003-04-30 1.0.2 Released A. Lesch Wheelmark Certificate as Annex Amendments for: Power consummation, 2003-06-30 1.0.3 Released Troubleshooting, grounding, B. Werner external fuse, battery calculation in Appendix 2004-06-03 1.0.4 Released New Approvals, new pictures...

  • Page 5: General Introduction

    1 General Introduction 1.1 Description of AIS What does the abbreviation AIS stand for? AIS stands for: “Automatic Identification System” What is AIS? According to IALA regulations, AIS is defined as follows: Very simply, the AIS is a broadcast Transponder system, operating in the VHF maritime mobile Band.

  • Page 6: Ais In An Operational Environment

    1.2 AIS in an Operational Environment This illustration depicts a typical AIS System, where two or more AIS equipped vessels (and shore based systems) are automatically communicating with each other. On the bottom, a typical NAUTICAST installation in a common environment is shown. The NAUTICAST is connected to the vessels emergency power supply, and in connection with the VHF, and GPS-Antennas, the minimal requirements for Transponder operation are fulfilled.

  • Page 7: Ais Networks

    1.3 AIS Networks The scenario below shows a full AIS coverage area (including all applications and complete shore infrastructure). The Carriage Requirement currently applies exclusively to SOLAS Vessels, but following the current international discussions on maritime security; it is common understanding that other possible AIS users will follow very soon.

  • Page 8: Carriage Requirement

    1.4 Carriage Requirement 1.4.1 Chapter V (Safety of Navigation) Regulation 19, of the SOLAS Convention. IMO regulations require sea vessels from a size of 300 GT (Gross Tonnage) in international and 500 GT in national waters to be equipped with an AIS-Transponder. The implementation of this legislation began on July 1, 2002 and will be enforced in the following stages: •...

  • Page 9: Nauticast

    2 NAUTICAST 2.1 System Overview Unlike other AIS devices, the NAUTICAST combines all required functions into one cabinet. Additionally, the NAUTICAST gives the operator a number of additional features (easy mounting & installation, environmental protection and smallest dimensions). Installation Manual Y1-03-0204 Rev.H...

  • Page 10: Installation

    3 Installation IMPORTANT: IMO REGULATIONS MANDATES that after the physical installation has been successfully completed, all ships data and settings be entered into the AIS transponder. See Section 4 for further instructions. 3.1 Installation Requirements General Requirements Please note that international conventions, regulations, instructions and guidelines have to be adhered to when installing the NAUTICAST.
  • Page 11 Step-by-Step Installation Procedure: • Mount the NAUTICAST close to ships operation workstation for traffic surveillance and maneuvering. • Use the VHF adapter cable (P/N 2612) together with the VHF plug and TNC plug to connect the VHF and GPS antenna cables and antennas. •...

  • Page 12: General Interface Description

    Components and Interfaces The diagram below illustrates which devices can be connected to the NAUTICAST. For a detailed description of sensor connecting e.g. an existing Gyro to the NAUTICAST refer to Chapter 3 “Sensor Installation” on page 12. 3.3 General Interface Description Interface Designation Speed Direction...

  • Page 13: Interface Nmea Description

    3.4 Interface NMEA Description: 3.4.1 Sensor - Interface CH1, CH2, CH3 Refer to Chapter 3.8 for detailed information on Sensor - Interface and Configuration. 3.4.2 ECDIS – Presentation Interface CH 4 Direction Used Fields Sentence Formatters UAIS Addressed and binary broadcast acknowledgement AIS Channel assignment message in / out Acknowledge Alarm...

  • Page 14: Pilot Port Ch 5

    3.4.3 Pilot Port CH 5 The used sentence formatters for the pilot plug are the same as those listed for the ECDIS port. Note: A pilot input/output port is part of an AIS Class A installation. A plug connected to this port should be installed on the bridge near the pilot’s operating position, so that a pilot can connect a Personal Pilot Unit (PPU) if required.

  • Page 15: Dgps - Dgnss Channel 9

    3.4.5 DGPS – DGNSS Channel 9 Field / Protocol information: All fields are provided with further information; please refer to ITU-R M.823-2 / RTCM SC 104 for detailed field information. 3.4.6 Alarm Circuit – BIIT Channel 10 The AIS requires that an alarm output (relay) must be connected to an audible alarm device or the ships alarm system, if available.

  • Page 16: Sensor Interface Definitions

    3.5 Sensor Interface Definitions All interface ports of the NAUTICAST comply with IEC-61162-1 / -2 and NMEA-0183 HS 3.0 specifications (aligned to RS422 parameters). 3.5.1 Talker drive circuits The maximum output current is I = 50mA on each port. The drive circuit meets the requirements of ITU-T V.11.

  • Page 17: Sensor Notes

    3.6 Sensor notes External Sensor The AIS has interfaces (configurable as IEC 61162-1 or 61162-2) for position, bottom track (BT) speed, heading and rate of turn (ROT) sensors. In general, sensors installed in compliance with other carriage requirements of SOLAS Chapter V should be connected to the AIS System.*1.

  • Page 18: Sensor Hardware Installation

    3.7 Sensor Hardware Installation: 3.7.1 Installation of an RS422 serial interface: In most cases, the output from a GPS is already being used by existing navigation equipment. It is possible to split an RS 422 output for two devices. If the signal becomes too low, then an NMEA splitter has to be used.

  • Page 19: Sensor Software Configuration

    3.8 Sensor Software Configuration 3.8.1 Introduction The AIS NAUTICAST requires a connection to various sensor devices. Sensor Configuration should enable compatibility with existing navigation devises aboard any vessel. This chapter deals with several ways to configure the NAUTICAST and to comply with the requirements of the specific sensor interfaces.
  • Page 20 After accessing the Sensor Configuration menu this main configuration screen is active: 19' E 12' |1> N/A|2>0.00|3>0.10nm *********** Sensor Settings ************ BaudRate Sensor1:< 4800> CRC: auto Ignored:$HC---$-----$-----$----- $-----$-----$-----$----- 1>Start Monitor> BaudRate Sensor2: 4800 CRC: auto Ignored:$HC---$-----$-----$----- $-----$-----$-----$----- 2>Start Monitor> BaudRate Sensor3: 38400 CRC: auto Ignored:$HC---$-----$-----$----- $-----$-----$-----$-----...
  • Page 21 *********** Sensor Settings ************ ************************************** Please stay... analyze Sensor 1..3 this takes max. 30sec. ************************************** ---------------------------------------- | Back It is possible to interrupt this process by pressing the “Back” - Button [M8]. After the analysis is complete, the Transponder will list the data used for the AIS operation. 18' E 12' |1>...

  • Page 22: Real-Time Analysis Of Nmea Data Streams

    3.8.3 Real-Time Analysis of NMEA Data Streams After these configuration procedures, an overview of the current Sensor Software Configuration has been attained. This filtered NMEA data can be analyzed further. The data source is shown on the screen below. The source can be internal or external devices, the received NMEA sentence and the channel where this data was identified (Sensor 1, 2, 3 or calculated), as well as the measured update rate.
  • Page 23 Each time the analysis process for sensor configuration is undertaken; a trace file (see below) is automatically generated and sent out to the ECDIS-Port. This output can also be used as a Sensor Configuration Report. $PNAUSCA,4800,4800,4800,1 $PNAUSCD,------------ Sensor Settings ------------ $PNAUSCD,Date : 06/22/2004 08:57:05 $PNAUSCD,Hardware: AIS Transponder Class A...

  • Page 24: Sensor Monitoring For Problem Analysis

    3.8.4 Sensor Monitoring for Problem Analysis For specific information on a particular sensor, the NMEA input data can be monitored and is listed on the AIS display. 21' E 15' |1> N/A|2>0.00|3>0.10nm *********** Sensor Settings ************ BaudRate Sensor1:< 4800> CRC: auto Ignored:$HC---$-----$-----$----- $-----$-----$-----$----- 1>Start Monitor>...

  • Page 25: Priority Handling Of Sensor Sentence

    3.8.5 Priority Handling of Sensor Sentence This table shows the priority handling of NMEA sentences. The sentences which are treated with higher priority are listed first. Positioning System Source Priority HIGH Time of Position Latitude/Longitude Position accuracy Rate of Turn(ROT) Reference Datum Speed over Ground Heading...
  • Page 26 4) Longitude 5) E or W (East or West) 6) GPS Quality Indicator, 0 - fix not available, 1 - GPS fix, 2 - Differential GPS fix 7) Number of satellites in view, 00 - 12 8) Horizontal Dilution of precision 9) Antenna Altitude above/below mean-sea-level (geoid) 10) Units of antenna altitude, meters 11) Geoidal separation, the difference between the WGS-84 earth...
  • Page 27 Used Fields: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 1:UTC 2:Lat 3:LaInd 4:Lon 5:LoInd 6:Acc 7:Sat RMC - Minimum Navigation Information 11| 13 | | | $--RMC,hhmmss.ss,A,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a,x.x,x.x,ddmmyy,x.x,a,a*hh<CR><LF> Field Numbers: 1) UTC Time 2) Status, V = Navigation receiver warning 3) Latitude 4) N or S 5) Longitude 6) E or W 7) Speed over ground, knots 8) Course over Ground, degrees true...
  • Page 28 8) K = Kilometres per Hour 9) Status, A = Data Valid 10)CRC Used Fields: 1,5,6,7,8,9 1:COG 5:SOG 6:SOGIn 7:SOG 8:SOGIn 9:Valid OSD - Ship Data 9 10 $--OSD,x.x,A,x.x,a,x.x,a,x.x,x.x,a*hh<CR><LF> Field Numbers: 1) Heading, degrees true 2) Status, A = Data Valid 3) Vessel Course, degrees True 4) Course Reference 5) Vessel Speed...

  • Page 29: Calculated Values

    3.8.7 Calculated Values Processed dynamic ship data such as position, SOG etc. is generated by NMEA sentences. Exceptions: If "Calc" is displayed on the sensor analyze screen, this means that this sentence is used for calculating dynamic ship data. ROT out of HDT ROT direction left / right -/+ will be calculated out of the HDT Message, if a TIROT sentence (only “TI”-Talker devices are valid) is not connected.

  • Page 30: Pin-Description Ais-Cable / Socket 50-Pins

    3.9 Pin-Description AIS-Cable / Socket 50-Pins: out – AIS Cable/Socket ( Sub-D 50 Plug ) out + in – CH5_out+ Spare in + Ch4_out+ CH5_out- Spare CH4_out- CH5_gnd Spare CH4_gnd CH5_in+ Spare CH4_in+ CH5_in- Spare CH4_in- CH6_Vin CH9_gnd CH8_in+ CH6_gnd CH9_out- CH8_in- CH6_CANL...

  • Page 31: Pin-Description Ais-Connector

    Black BK White WH 3.10 Pin-Description AIS-Connector: Green GN Brown BR Blue AIS -Cable Sub-D 50 Plug Orange OR Yellow YL Violet VI Gray SL(Slate) + 24 VDC/max 5A Note: Pink + 24 VDC out – + 24 VDC out + in –...

  • Page 32: Installation Of Vhf / Gps Antennas

    3.11 Installation of VHF / GPS Antennas Interference to the Ship’s VHF Radiotelephone The AIS ship borne equipment, like any other ship borne transceiver operating in the VHF maritime band, may cause interference to a ship’s VHF radiotelephone. Because AIS is a digital system, this interference may occur as a periodic (e.g.

  • Page 33: Gnss Antenna Installation

    All outdoor connectors on the coaxial cables should be fitted with preventive isolation, such as shrink-stocking with silicone to protect the antenna cable against water penetration. Coaxial cables should be installed in separate signal cable channels/tubes, and at least 10 cm away from any power supply cables.

  • Page 34: Power Supply

    Attenuation values Type Name Part number Total gain GPS-Antenna GPS-Antenna Marina 2 2625 +35dBi GPS-Antenna Procom GPS4 2622 +35dBi Comb. GPS/VHF-Antenna Comrod AC-17 2624 +20dBi (GPS amp gain) Cable RG214 2630 -15,75 dB Adapter GPS-VHF Adapter cable with 2612 -1dB 1m RG58 / TNC connector Connector TNC plug RG214 crimp...

  • Page 35: Starting The Nauticast

    4 Starting the NAUTICAST 4.1 Initial Set Up of the NAUTICAST for operation ATTENTION: IMO REGULATIONS MANADATE THAT YOU ENTER THIS INFORMATION. After installing the antennas and hardware the following User, Voyage related and Ship Settings data needs to be entered. Upon Start-up (Applying power) enter the following information.
  • Page 36 19' E 13' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm |---------------------------------- | Menu -----| | | +- 1. Messages View | +- 2. AIS Status | +- 3. Voyage Settings -----| +- 4. Ship Settings | +- 5. Transponder Configuration Msg. | +- 6. Service Configuration | +- 7.

  • Page 37: Entering Ship Settings

    4.3 Entering Ship Settings Select from the Main Menu “Ship Settings” Menu is USER password protected with default password “NAUT”. Enter Password and use the up and down arrows to edit Ship Settings then press Enter or the numeric reference on the keypad to select and edit. Save after editing.

  • Page 38: Entering Voyage Related Data

    Setting the Internal and External GPS Antenna Position. Note: It is critical for the proper orientation of your ship to other AIS users to enter this data accurately. Example: Length of ship = 220m and Beam = 43m. GPS ANTENNA location on ship (is x in above Menu example) is located 200 meters from bow (A) and 33 Meters from Starboard side (D).
  • Page 39 Password inquiry Example: The password query field appears. Input password and press M5 [Enter]. N 1^31' E 0^24' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm ---------------------------------------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ User password protected! Please enter user password: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ---------------------------------------- | Enter | Exit Scroll to the Voyage Setting Fields with M5 [Enter] or up and down arrows and input your vessel data.

  • Page 40: Service And User Passwords

    4.5 Service and User Passwords The Transponder system is equipped with two levels of Password Protection, User and Service Password. 1) The User Password, which is the lower security level, allows access to all menus except Menu 6: Service Configuration which is protected by the Service Password. 2) The Service Password is required in order to enter the Service Configuration Menu.
  • Page 41 Service Menu Example: 21' E 14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm |---------------------------------- | 6. Service Configuration -----| | | +- 1. Change Service Password View | +- 2. User Password Settings | +- 3. Change MMSI / IMO -----| +- 4. Restore Factory Settings Msg.
  • Page 42 21' E 14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm |---------------------------------- | 6. Service Configuration -----| | | +- 1. Change Service Password View | +- 2. User Password Settings | +- 3. Change MMSI / IMO -----| +- 4. Restore Factory Settings Msg. | -----| Displ| ---------------------------------------- NUM| Select->|...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Reading and understanding Alarms: The NAUTICAST differentiates between Alarm and TXT messages. An Alarm informs the user about major system malfunctions and failings in the connected sensors. The Alarm Status informs the user about all active Alarms. The Alarm will be disabled and deleted from the Alarm Status, as soon as the displayed problem has been rectified.

  • Page 44: Alarm Codes

    5.2 Alarm Codes Description Text Cause/Source System Reaction / Remedy Reaction: The transponder unit stops transmission. If Alarm ID 01 and ID 02 are simultaneously displayed, then a major antenna problem has arisen. Remedy: VHF Antenna, 01 AIS: Tx malfunction Check if the antenna is AIS compatible (156-162 MHz) and if the cabling antenna cabling has a short circuit or is missing any contacts at the...

  • Page 45: Text Messages

    AIS: BATTERY SOON Battery is soon out Reaction: Own ship data is lost after powering on/off the system. of capacity Remedy: consider to contact Technical Support for additional help Reaction: Conditions for enabling 1 Watt TX power are not valid. This means that: Conditions for •...

  • Page 46: Accessories

    6 Accessories The following material is included with the NAUTICAST. 1 NAUTICAST Transponder NAUTICAST 1 CD with demo software and documentation Basic Kit 1 installation manual, 1 user Manual 3 caps of plug includes 1 cable clamp (M5 thread) 1 guide plate Kit 3 angles + 3 mounting screws (screw bolt + square nut) The NAUTICAST is supplied with some of the components listed below (contents depend on customer requirements).

  • Page 47: Technical Information

    7 Technical Information PHYSICAL SPECIFIED STANDARDS Size in mm / inch (w) 281,26mm / 11,07inch IMO MSC.74(69) Annex 3 Size in mm / inch (h) 60mm / 2,36inch ITU-R M.1371 (Class A) Size in mm / inch (d) 201,26mm / 7,92inch IALA Techn.Clar.

  • Page 48: Contact And Support Information

    8 Contact and Support Information Contact your local dealer for NAUTICAST support. Please see our ACR Website for Service Listing. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH Handelskai 388 / Top 632 A-1020 Vienna, Austria Tel: +43 (1) 5 237 237 - 0...

  • Page 49: Appendix

    9 Appendix 9.1 Samples for battery calculation 9.1.1 Typical Installation GMDSS Battery size calculation for 1 hour (Battery size calculation based on the IMO regulations Chapter IV - Reg.13) Ship Name QMIII Battery capacity 230Ah Battery Type 2x (12V / 135) Area A1, A2, A3 Battery located in battery chest on observation deck Qty.

  • Page 50: Rm Gmdss Compact-Console Area A3 With 250 W Mf/Hf

    9.1.2 RM GMDSS Compact-Console Area A3 with 250 W MF/HF GMDSS Reserve Battery Calculation ( 24 V DC ) for Raytheon Marine GmbH GMDSS Compact-Console Area A3 with 250 W MF/HF According to IMO Regulation COMSAR/Circ.16 4. March 1998 A: with Emergency Generator (SOLAS IV 13.2 ) The GMDSS equipment shall be able to operate one (1) hour on reserve power with 50% of time in transmission mode and 50% in receiving mode.

  • Page 51: Drawings And Approvals

    Calculation: Case A: 1h x ( 0.5 I TX + I RX + I Add ) x 1.4 = 44.06 Ah recommend battery capacity is 86 Ah Charger: I Charg x 0.1 I Batt/h = 8.6 A recommend charger is type 20 A Case B: 6h x ( 0.5 I TX + I RX + I Add ) x 1.4 = 264.39 Ah The battery calculation should not be used for uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
  • Page 67 ISO 9001:2000 Zertifizierung / ISO 9001:2000 Certification ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. Konformitätserklärung page 1 of 1 2006-03 CE - Conformity Nauticast.doc...
  • Page 68 ISO 9001:2000 Zertifizierung / ISO 9001:2000 Certification ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. Konformitätserklärung page 1 of 1 2006-07 Conformity AIS A3200.doc...
  • Page 69 ISO 9001:2000 Zertifizierung / ISO 9001:2000 Certification ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. Konformitätserklärung page 1 of 1 2006-06 Conformity GPS4.doc...
  • Page 70 ISO 9001:2000 Zertifizierung / ISO 9001:2000 Certification ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. Konformitätserklärung page 1 of 1 2006-05 Conformity AC17.doc...
  • Page 71 ISO 9001:2000 Zertifizierung / ISO 9001:2000 Certification ACR Electronics Europe GmbH hat ein Qualitätsmanagement System nach ISO 9001:2000 implementiert, und ist seit Juli 2003 ISO-zertifiziert. ACR Electronics Europe GmbH maintains a Quality Management System according to ISO 9001:2000, and received ISO certification in July 2003. Konformitätserklärung page 1 of 1 2006-04 Conformity AV7.doc...
  • Page 72 Quick Replacement Guide 1. Prepare the following tools: Screwdrivers, spanners User Password: your personal password (factory default setting is ‘NAUT’) 2. Read out your Transponder configuration Steps to do this: Press Menu Press 2.AIS Status Press 2.Own Ship Data Write down the current configuration settings here: IMO No.
  • Page 73 6. Connect cables 6.1. AIS-Cable to screw on 6.2. VHF/GPS Cable to screw on 7. Mount the replacement unit 7.1. Bracket Mounting 7.2. Frame Mounting 8. Key in the configuration settings from above: Following steps to key in the Configuration Menu Press Press...

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