Summary of Contents for SEAANGEL SA14-SART
- Page 1 SER MANUAL Model: SA14-SART FT-TEC Electronics GmbH Werner von Siemens Str. 5 A-7343 Neutal Tel.: +43 2618 20455-0 Fax: +43 2618 20455-9010 Email: office@ft-tec.com Website: www.ft-tec.com...
- Page 2 13.10.2014 V03 SEAANGEL: SEAANGEL is the name of a product family produced by FT-TEC GmbH, which covers a wide variety of emergency systems for maritime applications. The individual products will be distinguished according to their product model version. If the term SEAANGEL appears in this user manual, it refers to the model SEAANGEL SA14-SART, unless stated otherwise.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Ship-to-Shore .....................10 4.2.3 SART-to-Ship .....................10 What is an AIS transponder? ..................10 Transponder classes ....................11 Functions of the FT-TEC AIS SEAANGEL SA14-SART .........12 5 SEAANGEL COMPONENTS ............13 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ............15 Technical information ....................15 Standards and norms ....................16 Device specification ....................17 Battery life ........................17... - Page 4 9 MOUNTING ..................30 Mounting the telescopic pole ..................30 Mounting the SEAANGEL on a belt ................31 9.2.1 Permanent attachment using belt strap ...............32 9.2.2 Removable attachment using a belt clip ..............32 Mounting on a lifejacket ..................33 TAKING CARE OF THE DEVICE ..........34 CONTACT AND SUPPORT INFORMATION .......
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Page 5: About This Guide
About this guide Read the safety instructions carefully before use. Observe the warnings in the manual. Always keep the manual within reach. If you sell or give away this device, please be sure to include this manual. Symbols used in the text: This symbol indicates potential personal injury hazards or risks to your health. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
-20 °C to +55 °C to prevent malfunctions. When in operation, the SEAANGEL emits electromagnetic waves. As a result, sensitive electronic equipment and even your ship's compass could be interfered with. Make sure that the device is used with keeping a proper distance from sensitive equipment. -
Page 7: Overview: Ft-Tec Seaangel
Overview: FT-TEC SEAANGEL Introduction Your new FT-TEC SEAANGEL SA14-SART is an advanced AIS search and rescue transmitter that can save your life. The device transmits your exact GPS position via AIS technology to a PC/notebook or chartplotter. This makes it easier to find a person in distress, and thus significantly increases the chances of survival. -
Page 8: The Essential Features At A Glance
The essential features at a glance Supports AIS channel 1 and channel 2 (161.975 MHz / 162.025 MHz) Transmission power ≈ 1 W Transmission range 5 NM (depending on swell and receiving antenna height) Integrated GNSS receiver with support for GPS, QZSS, GLONASS and BeiDou, 72 channels, built-in antenna Compact size (138 mm x 65 mm x 25 mm excl. -
Page 9: Short Description Of Ais
Short description of AIS What is AIS? AIS stands for Automatic Identification System and is a communication system that uses self-organising time slot process on registered channels in the maritime mobile VHF band (161.975 MHz and 162.025 MHz). It is based on an open, unencrypted protocol which allows data to be sent or received autonomously, without the interaction of marine and operator personnel. -
Page 10: Transmission Modes
Using AIS makes navigation at sea safer and protects the environment by preventing accidents with the aid of special support navigation tasks. AIS was adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as a binding standard in 2000. Since 2002, there has been a carriage requirement for all ships that meets the following criteria: ... -
Page 11: Transponder Classes
Did you know that the FT-TEC produces the smallest USB AIS receiver with integrated GNSS in the world, which allows you to receive information from your SEAANGEL SA14-SART and view it on a PC/notebook? Find out more by visiting www.seanexx.at http://www.itu.int/rec/R-REC-M.1371... -
Page 12: Functions Of The Ft-Tec Ais Seaangel Sa14-Sart
Functions of the FT-TEC AIS SEAANGEL SA14-SART The SEAANGEL SA14-SART does not contain a VHF receiver and therefore cannot be assigned to either of the two transponder classes. Its function is limited to sending emergency signals, transmitting message type 1 and 14 as defined in Rec. ITU-R M.1371-4 (04/2010) at periodic intervals alternately on the two VHF channels. -
Page 13: Seaangel Components
SEAANGEL components Antenna LED flash Safety slide Water contacts Carabiner Ripcord Keypad Battery expiry date Snap point Belt clip Ripcord (without cord) Device specification Belt mounting plate Figure 4: Description of individual components 13 / 38-... - Page 14 ON button TEST button LED TEST status LED DISTRESS (ON) status Figure 5: Description of keypad Base plate Float Aluminium pole (extendible) Handle Figure 6: Description of telescopic pole 14 / 38-...
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Page 15: Product Specifications
Product specifications Technical information Product name: FT-TEC AIS SEAANGEL Model: SA14-SART Size (LxBxH): 138 mm x 65 mm x 25 mm Weight (without telescopic pole): 190 g Power supply: 9 V LiMnO Industry cells , CR123 Transmission frequency: - AIS channel 1 (161.975 MHz) -
Page 16: Standards And Norms
Operation temperature: -20 °C to +55 °C Status LEDs: Colour: Red and orange LED flash: Colour: White Casing: Material: PC-ABS Colour: Yellow (casing shell) Red (safety slide, belt strap) Translucent white (LED flash covering) The prescribed maintenance and annual self-test will be referred to several times in the following sections. -
Page 17: Device Specification
Device specification On the back of the SEAANGEL SA14-SART (see Figure 4 and Figure 7) unit, you will find device specifications and information, including the unique serial number and user ID number. The user ID is a 9-digit identification number which is transmitted in case of a test or emergency situation. -
Page 18: Log And Configuration Memory
Log and configuration memory The SEAANGEL SA14-SART is equipped with a non-volatile memory. It contains the following data: Device configuration data (user ID, serial number, etc.) ... -
Page 19: Delivery Contents
Delivery contents Please check the contents of the delivery before using the SEAANGEL SA14-SART. SEAANGEL AIS-SART Transmitter Telescopic pole Base plate for telescopic pole Cord 10 m Belt strap Belt clip Water contact ... -
Page 20: Operation
Operation Emergency operation In this mode, your device sends an emergency signal once a minute. This signal contains your current GPS position and a text-based message which reads "SART ACTIVE". The emergency signals sent from your device are broadcast messages, i.e. all ships in reception range equipped with an AIS transponder and receiver will receive your emergency signal, and can display your position and message on a digital chart. -
Page 21: Manual Activation Using The Button
8.1.1 Manual activation using the button Follow these steps to manually activate emergency operation: 1. The safety slide must be pushed up to the second line in the direction of the antenna . This will make the ON button visible. 2. - Page 22 Figure 10: Breaking point on the safety slide Please bear in mind that the breaking point will only display a previous emergency operation when activated using the ON button. When activated by contact with water or by pulling the ripcord, there is no such indication. For this reason, it is all the more important that you send in the unit for maintenance immediately after each emergency operation.
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Page 23: Automatic Or Manual Activation Using The Ripcord
8.1.2 Automatic or manual activation using the ripcord Your device has a ripcord with a built-in magnet. If it is pulled from the unit, emergency operation mode is activated. This can be achieved either manually through your interaction with the device or automatically if you have an inflatable lifejacket. As there are numerous different lifejacket suppliers and lifejacket types, it is not possible to go into more detail in this manual. -
Page 24: Automatic Activation Through Water Contact
8.1.3 Automatic activation through water contact The SEAANGEL SA14-SART features a water contact switch (see Figure 4 and Figure 12) which automatically activates emergency operation if the device is immersed in water for more than 3 seconds. Once emergency operation has been activated, no further contact with water is required to keep the device in this state. - Page 25 DEACTIVATE EMERGENCY OPERATION ONLY WHEN YOU ARE SAFE AGAIN. Remember that you have to send in the unit for maintenance immediately after each emergency operation. Figure 13: Deactivating the SEAANGEL 25 / 38-...
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Page 26: Test Operation
Test operation The functionality of your device is checked as part of the test operation. You must carry out this self-test once a year. Among other things, the following system components are checked: Battery GNSS receiver VHF transmitter ... - Page 27 Table 1: Status LEDs as part of the self-test Status LEDs Test results Meaning DISTRESS TEST - Successful test Flashes - GPS position was determined Stays illuminated - Successful test for 5 seconds Stays illuminated - GPS position could not be for 5 seconds determined - Battery almost empty...
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Page 28: Activating The Test Operation
8.2.1 Activating the test operation Follow these steps to manually activate the test operation: 1. The slider must be pushed up to the second line in the direction of the antenna . This will make the Test button visible. 2. Press the Test button. 3. -
Page 29: Deactivation
8.2.2 Deactivation In general, it is not necessary to disable the test mode. The unit turns off automatically when the self-test has been completed. However, if you want to cancel the test mode, press and hold the button TEST again until the status LEDs are off (about 3 seconds). 29 / 38-... -
Page 30: Mounting
IEC 61097-14 requires that an AIS-SART is able to be mounted at least one meter above sea level. If you mount the SEAANGEL SA14-SART on a lifejacket, it is physically not possible to observe this requirement. For all other cases, this telescopic rod is provided so that the device may be operated on a life raft, for example. -
Page 31: Mounting The Seaangel On A Belt
Figure 16: Mounting the float to the base plate of the telescopic pole Mounting the SEAANGEL on a belt You have two options for attaching the device to your belt. 1. Permanent attachment using the belt strap. For this purpose, a non-corrugated belt mounting plate is provided. -
Page 32: Permanent Attachment Using Belt Strap
(without corrugation) above the belt and fasten it to the device using the screws 3. You must first remove the screws before being able to release the SEAANGEL from your belt. If you prefer to attach the device to your belt without tools, use the belt clip, as described in the following section. -
Page 33: Mounting On A Lifejacket
In section 9.2, the techniques for attaching the SEAANGEL to belts were described. Many lifejackets have a belt; thus, you can mount the SEAANGEL as described. Figure 20 shows a possible lifejacket attachment solution. -
Page 34: Taking Care Of The Device
Taking care of the device The SEAANGEL SA14-SART does not feature any components which need to be maintained by the customer himself. For any maintenance work, simply send your device to FT-TEC GmbH. It is necessary to have the device inspected if: The battery life has expired. -
Page 35: Contact And Support Information
Contact and support information FT-TEC Electronics GmbH Werner von Siemens Str. 5 A-7343 Neutal AUSTRIA Phone.: +43 2618 20455-0 Fax: +43 2618 20455-9010 E-mail: office@ft-tec.com Website: www.ft-tec.com 35 / 38-... -
Page 36: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of conformity 36 / 38-... -
Page 37: Faq
According to the description, the SEAANGEL sends a burst of 8 messages per minute. However, sometimes I receive fewer messages in a minute. - Page 38 I own an AIS-capable chartplotter. How can I tell, which messages were sent from my SEAANGEL? On the back of your SEAANGEL, you will find your user ID which is linked to the transmitted messages. This ID should be displayed on the chartplotter – depending on the model. For the SEAANGEL, this number features the identifier 97097xxxx, where xxxx stands for any number.
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